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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar...
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...65533;g��t�o� complete a task. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Italics Used to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow ...more keys simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Conventions used in ��g��to� complete a task. Example: ++ viii DANGER/WARNING:...
...65533;g��t�o� complete a task. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Italics Used to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow ...more keys simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Conventions used in ��g��to� complete a task. Example: ++ viii DANGER/WARNING:...
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... increment - PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz to 550MHz at 1MHz increment ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I /O connectors BIOS ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors ...ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - M4N68T specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus...
... increment - PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz to 550MHz at 1MHz increment ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I /O connectors BIOS ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors ...ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - M4N68T specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus...
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... logos to the Internet and key applications before entering the OS. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an ASUS exclusive OS that contains the BIOS file. ASUS M4N68T 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing..., connect the drives to update the BIOS from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to USB drives only. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an auto...
... logos to the Internet and key applications before entering the OS. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an ASUS exclusive OS that contains the BIOS file. ASUS M4N68T 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing..., connect the drives to update the BIOS from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to USB drives only. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an auto...
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... before installing the drivers for reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to maximize the features... displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for updates. To run the DVD. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction The following screen is for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support...
... before installing the drivers for reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to maximize the features... displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for updates. To run the DVD. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction The following screen is for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support...
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... FTP site, select the BIOS version that you want to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS M4N68T 2-1 The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. From the dropdown list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is capable of...
... FTP site, select the BIOS version that you want to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS M4N68T 2-1 The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. From the dropdown list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is capable of...
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ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4N68T VER: 0201 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/16/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V]...only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. ...
ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4N68T VER: 0201 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/16/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V]...only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. ...
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... the optical drive or the removable device that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility. When the BIOS file is an auto recovery tool that ASUS CrashFree BIOS supports vary with motherboard models. ASUS M4N68T 2-3 Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using ...this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into M4N68T.ROM. • The BIOS file in the ...
... the optical drive or the removable device that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility. When the BIOS file is an auto recovery tool that ASUS CrashFree BIOS supports vary with motherboard models. ASUS M4N68T 2-3 Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using ...this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into M4N68T.ROM. • The BIOS file in the ...
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...We recommend that you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). They may not exactly match what you failed to enter BIOS... in using the first two options. Do this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If you in this motherboard apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance. Select the Load Setup Defaults ...
...We recommend that you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). They may not exactly match what you failed to enter BIOS... in using the first two options. Do this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If you in this motherboard apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance. Select the Load Setup Defaults ...
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... information 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Cool 'n' Quiet [Enabled] Enables or disables...
... information 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Cool 'n' Quiet [Enabled] Enables or disables...
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...Please see section 2.1.2 for special functions. Select an item then press to select and update BIOS. When you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. ASUS M4N68T 2-21 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Auto] [10 Seconds...] [No] Press ENTER to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. Configuration options: [No]...
...Please see section 2.1.2 for special functions. Select an item then press to select and update BIOS. When you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. ASUS M4N68T 2-21 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Auto] [10 Seconds...] [No] Press ENTER to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. Configuration options: [No]...
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...format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to ...settings saved in the Save to sub-item. Press to load. Profile Utility V1.44 Current CMOS BOARD: M4N68T VER: 0201 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/16/2009 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown...] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). 2.7.3 ASUS O.C. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to the BIOS Flash. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22...
...format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to ...settings saved in the Save to sub-item. Press to load. Profile Utility V1.44 Current CMOS BOARD: M4N68T VER: 0201 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/16/2009 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown...] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). 2.7.3 ASUS O.C. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to the BIOS Flash. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22...