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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
Welcome! ... 1-1 Package contents ... 1-1 Special features ... 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ... 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ... 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features ... 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information Before you proceed ... 2-1 Onboard LED ...
4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ... 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk ... 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ... 4-5 4.1.4 Updating the BIOS ... 4-6 4.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file ... 4-8 BIOS setup program ... 4-9 4.2.1...
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4.6.4 Security ... 4-33 Tools menu ... 4-35 4.7.1 ASUS O.C. Profile ... 4-35 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ... 4-37 4.7.3 Express Gate Lite ... 4-38 Exit menu ... 4-39 Chapter 5: Software support Installing an operating system ... 5-1 Support DVD information ...
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ASUS MyLogo2™ ... 5-9 5.3.2 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ...5-11 5.3.3 Audio configurations ... 5-14 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II ... 5-18 5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ... 5-24 5.3.6 ASUS AI Gear 2 ... 5-26 5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap ... 5-27 5.3.8...
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
(+). Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D> Means that you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos� �� ��M3N-HD.ROM...
ECC/non-ECC DDR2 1066*/800/667 MHz memory modules - Supports up to 8 GB system memory *DDR2 1066 is supported by some of the AM2+ CPUs only. Refer to www.asus.com for the supported CPU models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). Integrated NVIDIA ®...
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- Further free features upgradable * File downloading and uploading through USB devices only. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS 4+1 Phase Power Design - ASUS AI Gear 2 - ASUS AI Nap - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS Q-Fan 2...
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1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Drivers Express Gate Lite ASUS PC Probe II...
Thank you for buying an ASUS The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.
Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
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2-26 for details. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals, and other PC portable devices. See page 2-21 and 2-28 for details. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Express Gate Lite Just 5 seconds to boot up, the ASUS Express Gate Lite allows you to instantly surf the Internet without entering Windows. You can now enjoy Skype, IM, YouTube, webmail and Internet file downloads and sharing whenever and wherever you want! See page 5-30 to 5-36 for details .
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See page 5-17 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
Smart Support DVD This feature provides a checklist that allows the user to know which drivers are already installed, as well as those that are not. When using ASUS PC Probe II, you can easily monitor the critical components of the computer.
Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI Express frequency at 1MHz increment to achieve maximum system performance. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. See page 5-29 for details. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R.
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: Hardware information...
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Chapter summary Before you proceed ... 2-1 Motherboard overview ... 2-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ... 2-6 System memory ... 2-11 Expansion slots ... 2-16 Jumper ... 2-20 Connectors ... 2-21 ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI Onboard LED ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI SB_PWR Standy Power Powered Off...
Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis M3N-HD/HDMI ® Chapter 2: Hardware information...
To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI CPU SOCKET AM2 Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90º angle. Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90º angle; otherwise, the CPU will not fit in completely.
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CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with the heatsink package. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Gold triangle Small triangle...
2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™/ Sempron™ processor requires a Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™/ Sempron™ processor requires a ® specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
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Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
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When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI CPU fan connector • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
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Always use identical DDR2 DIMM pairs for dual channel mode. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest Qualified Vendors list. Important notice on installing Windows...
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Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow slots and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2-14 Chip Part No.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI DDR2 DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip DDR2 DIMM notch 2-15...
Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
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If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 for better thermal environment. See page 2-29 for the connector location. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI PCI Express operating mode PCIex16_1 PCIex16_2 Vista operation system supports Hybrid SLI™...
CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI Clear RTC RAM • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature.
Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 88E1116 Gigabit LAN controller, ® Speed LED...
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Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 2-channel Light Blue Line In Lime Line Out Pink Mic In Orange – Black – Gray – 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
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Click OK to exit. The Resize my desktop function in the NVIDIA Control Panel appears only when you are using an HDTV compliance resolution such as 480i, 720i, or 1080i. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 2-23...
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI Floppy disk drive connector 2-24 FLOPPY PIN1 NOTE:Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI IDE connector Drive jumper setting Single device Cable-Select or Master Cable-Select...
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RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, or JBOD configuration through the onboard NVIDIA M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI SATA connectors • SATA1-4 connectors are set to [IDE] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Operation Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID].
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Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
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Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel 1394 cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the 1394 connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel 1394 ports.
M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI Fan connectors • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN 1 connectors support the ASUS Q FAN2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labled CHA_FAN1 for better themal environment.
By default , the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. M3N-HD/HDMI CHASSIS ® Chassis Signal +5VSB_MB M3N-HD/HDMI Chassis intrusion connector 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 600 W.
I/O module cable to this connector. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI Analog front panel connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Left Audio Channel Right Audio Channel...
M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 13. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) connector (16-pin VGA) This connector is for the onboard VGA connection, allowing you to connect a display device to your system.
14. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. M3N-HD/HDMI ® M3N-HD/HDMI System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
15. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS Q-Connector. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector.
Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer. The power supply should turn off after Windows If you are using Windows Click the Start button then select ShutDown.
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions Chapter 4: of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS setup...
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Chapter summary Managing and updating your BIOS ... 4-1 BIOS setup program ... 4-9 Main menu ... 4-13 Advanced menu ... 4-18 Power menu ... 4-27 Boot menu ... 4-31 Tools menu ... 4-35 Exit menu ... 4-39 ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.) Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
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Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.
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Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.
4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. DOS environment a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press <Enter>. Windows XP environment ®...
4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt>...
The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.
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BIOS file. Remove the disk then press <F1> to restart the system. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.33 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For MCP72P-M3N-HD-00 Flash Type - File Name to Program: M3N-HD.bin...
The utility saves the current BIOS file to the floppy disk, then returns to the BIOS flashing process. AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For MCP72P-M3N-HD-00 Flash Type - File Name to Program: 0112.bin...
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. 4-10 Configuration fields...
A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Function Displays the General Help screen...
Allows you to set the system date. 4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Boot Tools Exit 19 : 49 : 36 Fri, Dec 21 2007 [1.44M, 3.5 in.]...
4.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information. Main Primary IDE Master PIO Mode UDMA Mode Primary IDE Master...
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FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 4-15...
4.3.5 SATA1/2/3/4 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information. Main Extended IDE Drive Access Mode Capacity Cylinder...
Technology (SMART) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.3.7 Installed Memory [xxx MB] Shows the size of installed memory. This item is not configurable. 4.3.8 Usable Memory [XXX MB] Shows the size of usable memory. This item is not configurable. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 4-17...
Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for the Advanced menu items vary depending on the CPU and DIMMs you install on the motherboard.
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This item becomes user-configurable only when you set the AI Tuning item to [Manual] and is adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the <Enter> key. The values range from 100 to 200. The values range from 100 to 200. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 4-19...
4.4.2 AI Net 2 This menu displays the status of the Local Area Network (LAN) cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port. Advanced POST Check LAN Cable Pair LAN1(1-2) LAN1(3-6) LAN1(4-5) LAN1(7-8) POST Check LAN cable [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable LAN cable check during POST. When enabled, the menu reports the cable faults or shorts, and displays the point (length) where the faults or shorts are detected.
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Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] AMD Live! [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AMD Cool’n’Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool’n’Quiet function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Live! Technology. ® 4-21...
4.4.4 Chipset Advanced iGPU Frame Buffer Control [Auto] Frame Buffer Size Onboard GPU K8<->NB HT Speed K8<->NB HT Width CPU Spread Spectrum PCIE Spread Spectrum SATA Spread Spectrum Primary Display Adapter iGPU Frame Buffer Control [Auto] Allows you to set the onboard GPU frame buffer control mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Frame Buffer Size [128M] This item becomes user-configurable when you set the iGPU Frame Buffer...
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved] Maximum Payload Size [4096] Sets maximum TLP payload size for the PCI Express devices.
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Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC`97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Select Menu [IDE] Item Specific Help...
HDMI Audio [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the HDMI Audio function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] Make sure to set the HDMI Audio item to [Auto] to enable HDMI audio output. Onboard LAN Device [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the OnBoard LAN device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the OnBoard LAN Boot ROM.
Alarm Time(hh:mm) HPET Support Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Restore on AC Power Loss [Power-Off] Allows you to enable or disable the Restore on AC Power Loss function. Configuration options: [Power-Off] [Power-On] [Last State] ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Boot Tools Exit [S1&S3] [Enabled]...
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PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off] When set to [Instant-Off], the system goes into Soft-off mode after you press the power button for less than 4 seconds. When set to [Suspend], the system goes into Suspend mode after you press the power button for less than 4 seconds. Configuration options: [Suspend] [Instant-Off] Power Up On PCI/PCIE Devices [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI/PCIE devices...
CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-Fan controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The CPU Q-Fan Profile item becomes user-configurable when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI [DC] [Disabled] Performance [Disabled] Performance [ 1.16V]...
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CPU Q-Fan Profile [Performance] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fan. When set to [Optimal], the CPU fan automatically adjusts depending on the CPU temperature. Set this item to [Silent] to minimize fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation, or [Performance] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed.
4.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration Boot Settings Configuration Case Open Warning Quick Boot Boot Up Floppy Seek Bootup Num-Lock Typematic Rate Setting Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Delay (Msec) OS Select For DRAM > 64MB Full Screen LOGO Halt On Case Open Warning [Enabled] Enables or disables the chassis open status feature.
This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Allows you to set the error report type.
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Press any key to continue. The password field setting is changed to [Clear]. A note about passwords The Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup program preventing unauthorized access. The User password is required to boot the system preventing unauthorized use. Forgot your password? If you forget your password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM.
The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power ASUS O.C. Profile ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Lite F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu 4.7.1 ASUS O.C.
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1. Insert the storage devices that contains the “xxx.CMO” file. 2. Turn on the system. 3. Enter BIOS setup program. Go to the “Tools” menu to select ASUS O.C. Profile > Load from File. Press <Enter> then the setup screen will appear.
The BIOS file will be saved as “xxx.CMO“. 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.
Reset User Data Express Gate Lite [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate Lite feature. The ASUS Express Gate Lite is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Refer to section 5.3.10 ASUS Express Gate Lite for details.
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select YES to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Boot Tools Exit...
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 5: Software support...
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Chapter summary Installing an operating system ... 5-1 Support DVD information ... 5-1 Software information ... 5-9 RAID configurations ... 5-37 Creating a RAID driver disk ... 5-45 ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates. 5.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Drivers Installs all of the drivers through the installation wizard. NVIDIA Chipset Driver Program Installs the nVIDIA chipset drivers for the nVIDIA nForce 750a SLI chipset.
Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems.
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ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website. ASUS Cool‘n’Quiet Utility This item installs the ASUS Cool‘n’Quiet utility.
DVD or a USB device. Find RAID driver in the support DVD through the path below: Drivers\Chipset\Disk\RAID Find AHCI driver in the support DVD through the path below: Drivers\Chipset\Disk\AHCI ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI nForce™ 750 SLI ® Vista, please install the AHCI/RAID driver through the ®...
5.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual ®...
The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. File list Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. Chapter 5: Software support...
5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support DVD.
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Ratio box. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST.
Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver tab. Click the Power button. The following dialogue box appears. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power Management. Click OK to effect settings. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 5-11...
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The AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip • If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to your system loading.
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ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. If you are using Windows > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. The Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays the current CPU Frequency and CPU Voltage.
5.3.3 Audio configurations The Realtek ALC1200 audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to ® deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The ALC1200 also includes the Realtek all audio ports, eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience.
Click the shortcut buttons or the drop-down menus for options on changing the acoustic environment, adjust the equalizer, or set the karaoke to your desired settings. Click to effect the Sound Effect settings and exit. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI ) to display ) to minimize the window. 5-15...
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Mixer The Mixer option allows you to configure audio output (playback) volume and audio input (record) volume. To set the mixer options: From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Mixer tab. Turn the volume buttons to adjust the Playback and/or Record volume.
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From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the 3D Audio Demo tab. Click the option buttons to change the sound, moving path, or environment settings. Click to test your settings. Click to effect the 3D Audio Demo settings and exit. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 5-17...
® To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears. After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in the Windows taskbar.
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When displayed, the monitor panel for that sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preference You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 5-19...
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Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large) and rectangular (small). When you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on your computer’s desktop.
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DMI browser Click to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Small display 5-21...
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PCI browser Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage.
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The Preference tab allows you to customize sensor alerts, or change the temperature scale. Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Loads your saved Cancels or configuration ignores your changes Saves your configuration...
5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch AI Gear 2, AI Booster, AI Nap, and Q-Fan 2 utilities easily. Installing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your computer: Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature.
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Click on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI M3N-HD/HDMI Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE...
5.3.6 ASUS AI Gear 2 ASUS AI Gear 2 provides four system performance options that allows you to select the best performance setting for your computing needs. This easy-to-use utility adjusts the processor frequency and vCore voltage to minimize system noise and power consumption.
5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the AI Nap button on the AI Suite main window.
5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fan 2 or the Chassis Q-Fan 2 for more efficient system operation. After enabling the Q-Fan 2 function, the fans can be set to automatically adjust depending on the temperature, to decrease fan speed, or to achieve the maximum fan speed.
5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. ® After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility...
5.3.10 ASUS Express Gate Lite ASUS Express Gate Lite is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to web and Skype. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate Lite menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate Lite softwares.
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The red triangle on an software icon in the LaunchBar denotes that the software is already running. This means that you can switch to it without any delay. In the rare case where an software stops responding, right-click on its icon to force close it. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI M3N-HD/HDMI 5-31...
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Using the Configuration Panel Use the configuration panel to change various Express Gate Lite settings. Click on an icon to open a particular configuration tool. The following tools are available: Date and Time: set current date and time as well as time zone. •...
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Shows network status; click to configure network. Shows mute status; click to change volume. Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl-Space by default). Click to change LaunchBar options (auto-hide, docking position, etc). ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI M3N-HD/HDMI 5-33...
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Click to show “About Express Gate Lite”. Click to open Express Gate Lite Help. Click to bring up power options window to boot to OS, restart or power down. This window is also shown when you press Ctrl-Alt-Del on the keyboard.
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LAN port. Then enter the username and password for your dial-up account. Click OK to enable xDSL/cable dial-up and establish the PPPoE connection. When PPPoE is enabled, the port it uses will automatically be unchecked and grayed out. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI M3N-HD/HDMI 5-35...
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Express Gate Lite software will be released regularly, adding refinements or new applications. You can find original version of the software on the support DVD or download new versions from the ASUS support website. To update Express Gate Lite: Double-click the Express Gate Lite setup file to start software update.
RAID set, first copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to a selected hard disk drive. Refer to section 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI 5-37...
5.4.2 NVIDIA The motherboard includes a high performance SATA RAID controller integrated in the NVIDIA nForce™ 750a SLI chipset. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1 ® and RAID 5 for six independent Serial ATA channels. Installing Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks The motherboard supports Ultra DMA 133/100/66 and Serial ATA hard disk drives.
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[F6] Back [F7] Finish At the bottom of the screen are the navigation keys. These keys allow you to move through and select menu options. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI NVIDIA RAID Utility Oct 5 2004 - Define a New Array - Striping Block:...
Creating a RAID Volume To create a RAID volume: From the NVIDIA then press <Enter>. The following submenu appears. Use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID mode then press <Enter>. Press <TAB> select the Striping Block then press <Enter>. The following submenu appears: If you selected Striping or Stripe Mirroring, use the up or down arrow keys to select the stripe size for your RAID 0 array then press <Enter>.The available...
From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press <Enter>. The RAID Array details appear. RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Adapt Channel [R] Rebuild ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI NVIDIA RAID Utility Oct 5 2004 - Array List - Status Vendor Array Model Name...
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A new set of navigation keys is displayed on the bottom of the screen. Press <R> to rebuild a RAID array. The following screen appears. RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Adapt Channel Use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array to rebuild, then press <F7>.
Press <Y> to delete array or press <N> to cancel. Take caution in using this option. All data on the RAID drives will be lost! If you selected Yes, the Define a New Array menu appears. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI Array 1 : NVIDIA MIRROR XXX.XXG...
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Clearing a disk data To clear disk data: From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press <Enter>. The RAID Array details appear. RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Adapt Channel [R] Rebuild A new set of navigation keys is displayed on the bottom of the screen.
SCSI or RAID driver. Press <F6> then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI ® ® 32/64 bit XP SATA RAID driver disk.
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To install the RAID driver in Windows Insert the motherboard support DVD or USB device with RAID driver into the optical drive or USB port. Find RAID driver in the support DVD through the path below: Drivers\Chipset\Disk\RAID Find AHCI driver in the support DVD through the path below: Drivers\Chipset\Disk\AHCI Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation.
This chapter tells how to set up NVIDIA ® SLI™ graphics cards to avail of nVIDIA’s Multi-Video Processing technology. Chapter 6: NVIDIA SLI™ ® technology support...
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Chapter summary Overview ... 6-1 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards ... 6-2 Software information ... 6-5 ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
Visit the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com) for the NVIDIA SLI™ technology under Windows ® • Visit the NVIDIA zone website (http://www.nzone.com) for the latest certified graphics card and supported 3D application list. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface)-Intel ® SLI™ technology supports Windows ® ® ®...
Dual graphics card setup 6.2.1 Installing SLI-ready graphics cards Install only identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA Different types of graphics cards will not work together properly. To install the graphics cards: Prepare two graphics cards. Each graphics card should have goldfingers for the SLI connector.
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Insert the second graphics card into the other slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated on the slot. If required, connect an auxiliary power source to the PCI Express graphics cards. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI...
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Align and insert the SLI connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure that the connector is firmly in place. When installing two VGA cards using a 20-pin ATX PSU with sufficient+12v capability, we recommend that you connect the auxillary power source from the power supply to the graphics card.
Windows taskbar. From the pop-up menu, select nView Desktop Manager then click nView Properties. From the nView Desktop Manager window, select the Desktop Management tab. Click Properties to display the Display Properties dialog box. ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI ® NVIDIA Settings icon...
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From the Display Properties dialog box, select the Settings tab then click Advanced. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab. Click the slider to display the following screen, then select the SLI multi-GPU item. Click the Enable SLI multi-GPU check box. Click OK when done. Slider Chapter 6: nVIDIA ®...