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... Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name...
... Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name...
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...About this guide vii M4N72-E specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-10...
...About this guide vii M4N72-E specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-10...
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... 1, 0+1, 5, and JBOD Realtek® 8211CL Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2 VIA1708S 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - M4N72-E specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 ...800 / 667 MHz, ECC / non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Due to AMD® CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 is supported by AM3/AM2+ CPUs for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** Due to www.asus.com for one DIMM per channel only. Supports Jack-Detection...
... 1, 0+1, 5, and JBOD Realtek® 8211CL Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2 VIA1708S 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - M4N72-E specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 ...800 / 667 MHz, ECC / non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Due to AMD® CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 is supported by AM3/AM2+ CPUs for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** Due to www.asus.com for one DIMM per channel only. Supports Jack-Detection...
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... 8-channel audio I /O ports ASUS Power Solutions: - 8+1 Phase Power Design - M4N72-E specifications summary AI Lifestyle Unique Features Other Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Green Design: - FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 1066MHz - ASUS AI Nap Express Gate ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - Memory tuning from 100MHz to...
... 8-channel audio I /O ports ASUS Power Solutions: - 8+1 Phase Power Design - M4N72-E specifications summary AI Lifestyle Unique Features Other Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Green Design: - FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 1066MHz - ASUS AI Nap Express Gate ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - Memory tuning from 100MHz to...
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... the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4N72-E motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 4 x Serial ATA cable 1 x SLI bridge cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x 2 in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4N72-E motherboard! This motherboard also supports AMD®...1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransort™ 3.0 based system bus. Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support DVD User manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and...
... the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4N72-E motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 4 x Serial ATA cable 1 x SLI bridge cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x 2 in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4N72-E motherboard! This motherboard also supports AMD®...1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransort™ 3.0 based system bus. Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support DVD User manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and...
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... features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support, data transfer rate up to increase memory data transfer rate and computing efficiency. This enhances system performance in real time for the supported CPU models. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Power Solution ASUS 8+1 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, ASUS M4N72-E motherboard has adopted the brand...
... features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support, data transfer rate up to increase memory data transfer rate and computing efficiency. This enhances system performance in real time for the supported CPU models. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Power Solution ASUS 8+1 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, ASUS M4N72-E motherboard has adopted the brand...
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...-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. For effective use a more memory installed on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of memory, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is dependent on its SPD. Under the...less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 1-10 ASUS M4N72-E
...-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. For effective use a more memory installed on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of memory, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is dependent on its SPD. Under the...less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 1-10 ASUS M4N72-E
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...B*: Supports two modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow slots and the black slots as two ... • • • • 1.8 • • • • • • • • • Side(s): SS - Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-14 ASUS M4N72-E DDR2-667MHz capability Vendor Part No. Single-sided DS - Apacer Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA G.SKILL 78.91G92...
...B*: Supports two modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow slots and the black slots as two ... • • • • 1.8 • • • • • • • • • Side(s): SS - Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-14 ASUS M4N72-E DDR2-667MHz capability Vendor Part No. Single-sided DS - Apacer Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA G.SKILL 78.91G92...
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... the chipset behavior, AC power off and on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS...
... the chipset behavior, AC power off and on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS...
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...forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for an ATX power supply. 3. Find the proper orientation and push down ... with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: AMD FX-62 Memory 1024 MB DDR2-800 (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express x16 NVIDIA 7900GTX Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk ... unit (PSU) that you are designed to support the motherboard power requirements with more power-consuming devices.
...forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for an ATX power supply. 3. Find the proper orientation and push down ... with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: AMD FX-62 Memory 1024 MB DDR2-800 (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express x16 NVIDIA 7900GTX Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk ... unit (PSU) that you are designed to support the motherboard power requirements with more power-consuming devices.
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Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Onboard PCI IDE Controller [Enabled] Set to [Disabled] to disable the integrated IDE controller or [Enabled] to select ...
Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Onboard PCI IDE Controller [Enabled] Set to [Disabled] to disable the integrated IDE controller or [Enabled] to select ...
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.... Use the and keys to the system bus and PCI bus. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] 2-12 ASUS M4N72-E Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to malfunction. Configuration options: [Auto] [8.00x] [8.50x]... options: [Manual] [Auto] The following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you to configure overclocking-related items. Take caution when changing the settings of .... 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you install on the motherboard. PCIE Frequency [XXX] Use the and keys to adjust the ratio between CPU ...
.... Use the and keys to the system bus and PCI bus. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] 2-12 ASUS M4N72-E Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to malfunction. Configuration options: [Auto] [8.00x] [8.50x]... options: [Manual] [Auto] The following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you to configure overclocking-related items. Take caution when changing the settings of .... 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you install on the motherboard. PCIE Frequency [XXX] Use the and keys to adjust the ratio between CPU ...
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.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Power Down Enable [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] Allows selection of Address bits [20:16, 9]]...multiplier. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you set the CPU-Northbridge HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Disabled]...
.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Power Down Enable [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] Allows selection of Address bits [20:16, 9]]...multiplier. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you set the CPU-Northbridge HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Disabled]...
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... BG Scrub. NorthBridge Configuration ECC Configuration ECC Mode [Disabled] Disables or sets the DRAM ECC mode that allows the system to report and correct memory errors. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Basic] [Good] [Super] [Max] [User] DRAM ECC Enable [Enabled] Set this item to [...memory errors automatically, maintaining system integrity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms] 2-18 ASUS M4N72...
... BG Scrub. NorthBridge Configuration ECC Configuration ECC Mode [Disabled] Disables or sets the DRAM ECC mode that allows the system to report and correct memory errors. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Basic] [Good] [Super] [Max] [User] DRAM ECC Enable [Enabled] Set this item to [...memory errors automatically, maintaining system integrity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms] 2-18 ASUS M4N72...
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... run the utility to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash. Start O.C. Allows you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-27 Load CMOS Profile. Configuration options: [No] [Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], ... Add Your CMOS Profile. This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the "xxx.CMO" file can save the setting to load.
... run the utility to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash. Start O.C. Allows you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-27 Load CMOS Profile. Configuration options: [No] [Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], ... Add Your CMOS Profile. This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the "xxx.CMO" file can save the setting to load.