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  • Page 1 M3N-HT Series Deluxe...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Memory configurations ..........2-13 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ............2-14 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ............2-14 2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) 2-18 Expansion slots ................2-20 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ......... 2-20 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card ........2-20 2.5.3...

  • Page 4: Contents

    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...
  • Page 5 4.6.6 Security ................. 4-37 Tools menu ................. 4-39 4.7.1 ASUS O.C. Profile ............4-39 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............4-41 4.7.3 ASUS Express Gate ............. 4-42 Exit menu ..................4-43 Chapter 5: Software support Installing an operating system ........... 5-1 Support DVD information ............
  • Page 6 Technology ...........5-11 ™ 5.3.3 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX High Definition Audio utility) ... 5-13 ® 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II ............5-22 5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ............... 5-28 5.3.6 ASUS AI Gear 2 ............5-30 5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap ..............5-31 5.3.9...

  • Page 7: Notices

    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.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    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.

  • Page 10: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 11: M3N-Ht Deluxe Series Specifications Summary

    - Supports up to 8 GB system memory *DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPUs only. Refer to Refer to www.asus.com for the supported CPU models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). Integrated NVIDIA ® Hybrid SLI Support (supports Windows Vista only) ®...
  • Page 12 ASUS AI Lifestyle ASUS Express Gate: unique features � Web browser, �file downloading and uploading - Further free features upgradable on ASUS websites � Onboard flash with �xpress Gate installed *File downloading and uploading progresses through USB devices only. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:...
  • Page 13 ASUS exclusive Intelligent overclocking tools: overclocking features - AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - ASUS AI Booster 2 utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.0125V increment - vDIMM: 35-step DRAM voltage control - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): �...
  • Page 14 M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, BIOS features SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support CD contents...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product introduction...
  • Page 16 Chapter summary Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-2 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 17: Welcome

    ® 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.

  • Page 18: Special Features

    Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the �uropean 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.
  • Page 19 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications. See page 2-12 for details. DDR2 1066 is supported by some of the AM2+ CPUs only. Refer to www.asus. com for the supported CPU models. NVIDIA 3-Way SLI™...

  • Page 20: High Definition Audio

    Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard disk drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and save. The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions, enabling easy backup of media files to external devices.

  • Page 21: Asus Ai Lifestyle Unique Features

    CPU under heavy loading or overclocking modes. Fanless Design–Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan�less and zero�noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate.

  • Page 22: Asus Crystal Sound

    See page 2-11 for details. Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game, video conference and recording.
  • Page 23 BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS Express Gate With only 5 seconds boot-up time, the ASUS Express Gate allows you to instantly surf the Internet without entering Windows or the Hard Disk. You can now enjoy Skype, IM, YouTube, webmail and internet file downloads and sharing whenever and wherever you want! See page 5�34 for details.

  • Page 24: Asus Intelligent Performance And Overclocking Features

    The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster. See page 4-13 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features HDMI/DVI/RGB support With the bundled HDMI to DVI conversion adapter, this motherboard can support both DVI and HDMI output.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    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. Hardware information...
  • Page 26 Chapter summary Before you proceed ..............2-1 Motherboard overview ..............2-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........... 2-6 System memory ................. 2-12 Expansion slots ................2-20 Jumper ..................2-24 Connectors ................. 2-25 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 27: Before You Proceed

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. M3N-HT DELUXE SB_PWR Standy Power Powered Off M3N-HT DELUXE Onboard LED ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 28: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 29: Motherboard Layout

    CLRTC L-FW3227 CHASSIS Super PCIEX16_3 CHA_FAN1 AD1988B BIOS PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT FLOPPY COM1 IE1394_2 IE1394_1 USB34 USB78 USB910 PANEL AAFP Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 30: Layout Contents

    2.2.4 Layout contents Slots Page DDR2 DIMM slots 2-12 2-22 PCI slots PCI Express x1 slot 2-22 PCI Express x16 slots Jumper Page 2-24 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) Rear panel connectors Page 2-25 PS/2 keyboard port (purple) PS/2 keyboard port (purple) Coaxial S/PDIF Out port Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 2-25...
  • Page 31 System power LED (2-pin PLED) • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) 2-39 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 32: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM2+/AM2 socket designed for AMD AM2+/AM2 socket designed for AMD socket designed for AMD Socket ® AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processor or for Socket Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processor or for Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor.
  • Page 33 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-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 34: Installing The Heatsink And Fan

    2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processor or Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processor or ® AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor requires a ®...
  • Page 35 Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...
  • Page 36 When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

  • Page 37: Installing The Optional Fans

    Fit the fan to the grooved edge of Position the fan above the pipe the heatsink. and heatsink assembly. Make sure that the ASUS logo faces to the CPU socket. Carefully push down the fan until The photo shows the fan installed it snugly fits the heatsink, then on the motherboard.

  • Page 38: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview 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-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B...

  • Page 39: Memory Configurations

    Physical Address Extension (PAE). • If you install Windows XP/Vista 32-bit operation system, a total memory of ® less than 3GB is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-13...

  • Page 40: Installing A Dimm

    2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: DDR2 DIMM notch Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

  • Page 41: Memory Configuration

    Dual�channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual�channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2��00/667/533 MHz QVL. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-15...
  • Page 42 M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. SS/DS Part No. DIMM support 512MB KINGSTON D6408TEBGGL3U KVR667D2N5/512 • • • 256MB KINGSTON HYB18T256800AF3S KVR667D2N5/256 • • 256MB KINGSTON 6SBI2D9DCG KVR667D2N5/256 • • 1024MB KINGSTON E5108AGBG-6E-E KVR667D2N5/1G •...
  • Page 43 • • 512MB Super Talent Heat-Sink Package T5UA512C4 • • • 1024MB Super Talent Heat-Sink Package T5UB1G8C4 • • • 1024MB 64MX8D2-E MEAB-323LA • 512MB 64MX8D2-E MEAB-423LA • 512MB TwinMOS K4T51083QB-GCD5 8D-22JB5-K2T • • • ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-17...

  • Page 44: Installing Asus Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition Only)

    2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) Install ASUS Cool Mempipe to your motherboard to achieve excellent thermal dissipation for your memory modules. To install ASUS Cool Mempipe: Secure the motherboard to your Install memory modules to chassis with nine screws.
  • Page 45 10. Install another two memory secure the four nuts. DO NOT modules to sockets DIMM_A2/ overtighten the nuts. B2 if necessary. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 after the completion of Cool Mempipe installation. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-19...

  • Page 46: Expansion Slots

    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.

  • Page 47: Interrupt Assignments

    – – – – USB 2.0 controller – – – shared – – – – HD audio shared – – – – – – – Onboard SATA – – – – shared – – ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-21...

  • Page 48: Pci Slots

    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 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI �xpress specifications.
  • Page 49 • If you install two VGA cards to the blue slots and use other x4 PCIe cards simultaneously, the x4 PCIe cards will downgrade to x1 mode for optimum VGA performance. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-23...

  • Page 50: Jumper

    Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

  • Page 51: Connectors

    4�channel, 6�channel, and ��channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an ��channel audio configuration. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-25...
  • Page 52 Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or ��channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel 2-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime...
  • Page 53 14. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 15. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-27...

  • Page 54: Internal Connectors

    2.7.2 Internal connectors Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.

  • Page 55: Ide Connector (40-1 Pin Pri_Ide)

    If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. PRI_IDE NOTE:Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. M3N-HT DELUXE PIN1 M3N-HT DELUXE IDE connector ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-29...
  • Page 56 NVIDIA nForce 780a SLI Serial ATA connectors Serial ATA connectors Serial ATA connectors ® (7-pin SATA1–4 [red]; 7-pin SATA5–6 [black]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. If you install SATA hard disk drives to the SATA1/2/3/4/5/6 connectors, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5 and JBOD configuration through the onboard NVIDIA nForce 780a SLI controller.
  • Page 57 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.
  • Page 58 +12V Rotation M3N-HT DELUXE Fan connectors • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN 1/2 connectors support the ASUS Q-FAN 2 feature. • If you install two graphics cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better themal environment.

  • Page 59: Chassis Intrusion Connector (4-1 Pin Chassis)

    Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. M3N-HT DELUXE Right Audio Channel Left Audio Channel M3N-HT DELUXE Internal audio connector 2-33 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...
  • Page 60 • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000 W power or above to ensure the system stability.

  • Page 61: Power Supply Requirements

    Current (A) 6.74 8.92 6.22 6.87 6.52 6.82 Power (W) 81.824 108.913 32.500 23.736 79.544 83.204 SATA-HDD eSATA-HDD IDE-CDROM IDE-HDD Total PSU Voltage (V) 4 Po_max(w) Current (A) 10.45 10.45 12.68 481.970 Power (W) 41.8 10.45 2-35 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 62: Front Panel Audio Connector (10-1 Pin Aafp)

    Light Loading Conroe 3.0+EM64T 1 GB*2 Memory 8800 Ultra*1 SATA-HDD eSATA-HDD IDE-CDROM IDE-HDD +12V_8Pin +12V_24pin +5V_24pin +3V_24pin +12V_VGA1 +12V_VGA2 +12V_VGA3 Voltage (V) 12.19 12.21 5.22 3.456 12.16 Current (A) 3.19 5.55 5.04 5.36 Power (W) 38.886 67.766 26.309 18.524 79.04 SATA-HDD eSATA-HDD IDE-CDROM IDE-HDD Total PSU Voltage (V) 2...

  • Page 63: Serial Port Connector (10-1 Pin Com)

    Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. M3N-HT DELUXE SPDIF_OUT M3N-HT DELUXE Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 2-37 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 64: Hard Disk Drive Activity Led (2-Pin Ide_Led)

    13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER M3N-HT DELUXE PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M3N-HT DELUXE System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED.

  • Page 65: Asus Q-Connector (System Panel)

    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.
  • Page 66 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 67: Chapter 3: Powering Up

    This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. Powering up...
  • Page 68 Chapter summary Starting up for the first time ............3-1 Turning off the computer ............. 3-2 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 69: Starting Up For The First Time

    (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 70: Turning Off The Computer

    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 shuts down.

  • Page 71: Chapter 4: Bios Setup

    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Chapter 4: BIOS setup...
  • Page 72 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........4-1 BIOS setup program ..............4-9 Main menu .................. 4-13 Advanced menu ................. 4-18 Power menu ................4-30 Boot menu .................. 4-34 Tools menu ................. 4-39 Exit menu ..................4-43 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 73: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows environment.) ® ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS in DOS using a floppy disk or a USB flash disk.) Award BIOS Flash Utility (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.)
  • Page 74 To update the BIOS through the Internet: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Select Update BIOS from the...
  • Page 75 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start ® > 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.

  • Page 76: Creating A Bootable Floppy Disk

    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 ®...

  • Page 77: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    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>...

  • Page 78: Updating The Bios

    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.
  • Page 79 Type the BIOS file name in AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.17 the File Name to Program (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved field, then press <�nter>. For MCP72XE-M3N-HT-D-00 DATE:01/04/2008 Flash Type - File Name to Program: M3NHTDLX.bin Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) Press <N>...

  • Page 80: Saving The Current Bios File

    To save the current BIOS file using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility: Follow steps 1 to 6 of the AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.17 previous section. (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For MCP72XE-M3N-HT-D-00 DATE:01/04/2008 Press <Y>...

  • Page 81: Bios Setup Program

    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-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 82: Bios Menu Screen

    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 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 83: Legend Bar

    A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <�nter> to display a list of options. Refer to “4.2.7 Pop-up window.” ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-11...

  • Page 84: Pop-Up Window

    Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in.] capacity and Legacy Diskette A: physical size of Primary IDE Master [ST321122A] diskette drive A. Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CDS520/A] Disabled ..[ ] SATA1 [None] 720K , 3.5 in..[ ] SATA2 [None] 1.44M, 3.5 in.

  • Page 85: Main Menu

    Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [French] [Deutsch] [Chinese (Trad.)] [Chinese (Simp.)] [Japanese] 4.3.4 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-HT Deluxe Series 4-13...

  • Page 86: Primary Ide Master/Slave

    4.3.5 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. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Primary IDE Master Select Menu...
  • Page 87 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-HT Deluxe Series 4-15...

  • Page 88: Sata1/2/3/4

    4.3.6 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. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main SATA 1 Select Menu...

  • Page 89: Hdd Smart Monitoring [Disabled]

    Allows you to enable or disable the HDD Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] 4.3.8 Installed Memory [xxx MB] Shows the size of installed memory. 4.3.9 Usable Memory [XXX MB] Shows the size of usable memory. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-17...

  • Page 90: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot...
  • Page 91 Configuration options: [Auto] [5x] [5.5x] [6x] [6.5x]...[10.5x] [11x] CPU Frequency [200] Allows you to set the CPU frequency. Key in the desired value using the numeric keypad and press the <Enter> key. Configuration options: [200]–[600] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-19...

  • Page 92: Ai Net2

    4.4.2 AI NET2 Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced AI NET2 Select Menu POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled] Item Specific Help Pair Status Length Enable or Disable LAN LAN1(1-2) Open cable check during LAN1(3-6) Open POST. LAN1(4-5) Open LAN1(7-8) Open F1:Help ���...
  • Page 93 Advanced Memory Settings CPU On-die Termination [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [300 ohm] [150 ohm] [75 ohm] Trc [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17]...[26] Twr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3] [4] [5] [6] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-21...
  • Page 94 Trrd[Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2] [3] [4] [5] Trwt [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [�] Twtr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] Trtp [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2/4] [3/5] Twrrd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] Twrwr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] Trdrd [Auto]...
  • Page 95 Configuration options: [Auto] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.50x] [2.00x] CS/ODT Drive Strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.50x] [2.00x] Add/CMD Drive Strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.50x] [2.00x] MEMCLK Drive Strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.50x] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-23...

  • Page 96: Chipset

    Data Drive Strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.50x] DQS Drive Strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.50x] DRAM Drivers Weak Mode [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Weak] AMD Virtualization [Enabled] Enabling this functions allows hardware facilitated capacities for running several 386 virtual machines on the system simultaneously.
  • Page 97 Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] SATA Spread Spectrum [Down Spread] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Down Spread] Primary Display Adapter [Disabled] Allows you to select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI] [Onboard] [PCI��] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-25...

  • Page 98: Pcipnp

    4.4.5 PCIPnP Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced PCIPnP Select Menu Plug & Play O/S [No] Item Specific Help Resources Controlled By [Auto] Select Yes if you are IRQ Resources using a Plug and Play capable operating ** PCI Express relative items ** system.

  • Page 99: Onboard Device Configuration

    SATA Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the SATA controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] IDE Prefetch Mode [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the IDE PIO read prefetch mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-27...

  • Page 100: Mcp Storage Config

    MCP Storage Config This sub-menu allows you to change Serial ATA settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to edit. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced MCP Storage Config Select Menu Item Specific Help SATA Operation Mode [IDE] SATA Operation Mode [IDE] Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip.

  • Page 101: Usb Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] USB Legacy Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-29...

  • Page 102: Power Menu

    Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <�nter> to display the configuration options. Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power...
  • Page 103 The hardware high precision efficient timer (HP�T) is to increase the performance of the Vista Multimedia player and can meet Vista’s requirement. Disable this feature if your system is running under XP environment. Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-31...

  • Page 104: Hardware Monitor

    Power Up By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl��SC] [Power Key] [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-ESC] [Power Key] 4.5.3...
  • Page 105 CPU fan speed is too low. If you set this item to [Disabled], the system will not warn you even if no fan is installed or if the fan is not functioning properly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [�00 RPM] [1200 RPM] [1600 RPM] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-33...

  • Page 106: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Boot Device Priority Select Menu Removable Drives Hard Disk Drives Item Specific Help...

  • Page 107: Hard Disk Drives

    Allows you to assign hard disk drives attached to the system. 4.6.4 CDROM Drives Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot CDROM Drives Select Menu 1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX Item Specific Help 1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX Allows you to assign optical drives attached to the system. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-35...

  • Page 108: Boot Settings Configuration

    4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Settings Configuration Select Menu Case Open Warning [Enabled] Item Specific Help Quick Boot [Enabled] Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled] Press [Enter] to Bootup Num-Lock [On] enable or disable. Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled] Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) 6 Typematic Delay (Msec)

  • Page 109: Security

    Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [�nabled] Make sure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use the ASUS MyLogo 3 feature. Halt On [All Errors] Allows you to set the error report type.

  • Page 110: Password Check

    To clear the password: Select the password field and press <�nter> twice. The following message appears: PASSWORD DISABLED !!! Press any key to continue... 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.

  • Page 111: Tools Menu

    Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS O.C. Profile Select Menu ASUS EZ Flash 2 Item Specific Help Express Gate F1:Help ��� : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults ESC: Exit ��: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit 4.7.1...

  • Page 112: Save Bios Profile

    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.

  • Page 113: Asus Ez Flash 2

    The BIOS file will be saved as “xxx.CMO“. 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS �Z Flash 2. When you press <�nter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <�nter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 114: Asus Express Gate

    [No] Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Refer to section 5.3.12 for details.

  • Page 115: Exit Menu

    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-HT Deluxe Series 4-43...
  • Page 116 4-44 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 117: Chapter 5: Software Support

    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 5: Software support...
  • Page 118 Chapter summary Installing an operating system ........... 5-1 Support DVD information ............5-1 Software informtion ..............5-9 RAID configurations ..............5-41 Creating a RAID driver disk ............5-49 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 119: Installing An Operating System

    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.

  • Page 120: Drivers Menu

    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 Program Driver...

  • Page 121: Utilities Menu

    Click to display the previous screen 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.
  • Page 122 ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

  • Page 123: Make Disk Menu

    Vista, install the AHCI/RAID driver through the motherboard support ® CD/DVD or a USB device. Find RAID driver in the support CD/DVD through the path below: Drivers\Chipset\Disk\RAID Find AHCI driver in the support CD/DVD through the path below: Drivers\Chipset\Disk\AHCI ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 124: Manual Menu

    Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual ® ® file. 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. Chapter 5: Software support...

  • Page 125: Other Information

    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-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 126: Technical Support Form

    Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. Chapter 5: Software support...

  • Page 127: Software Information

    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 ™...
  • Page 128 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.

  • Page 129: Cool 'N' Quiet! ™ Technology

    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-HT Deluxe Series 5-11...
  • Page 130 ™ 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. Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet! software ™...
  • Page 131 ® You must use 4-channel, 6-channel or 8-channel speakers for this setup. If the SoundMAX audio utility is correctly installed, you ® will find the SoundMAX / SoundMAX BlackHawk icon ® ® on the taskbar. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-13...

  • Page 132: Ai Audio 2 (Soundmax ® High Definition Audio Utility)

    SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2) If you are using Windows Vista™ operating system, from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX BlackHawk icon to display the SoundMAX control panel. ® ® Enabling AI Audio 2 Click the power button to activate digital signal processing. AI Audio 2, with the new SoundMAX BlackHawk by Sonic Focus, brings you more multi- ®...
  • Page 133 Press the Test Speakers button to perform speaker test. Port settings Click this port settings tab to display the rear panel ports configuration for the speakers or rear panel digital port configuration for the SPDIF interface. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-15...
  • Page 134 Recording Settings To change the recording settings, click the Recording button on the control panel. You can adjust the speaker delay of Microphone or Line In by moving the slider rightward or leftward. Record testing Port settings Click the tab to perform test recording Click the tab to display the rear panel and play the test sample through the ports for Microphone or Line In.
  • Page 135 Speakers Allows you to adjust the Speaker Trim and Speaker Delay. Bass Allows you to do the Bass management. Preferences Displays the preference options for this utility, version information, AudioESP, etc. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-17...
  • Page 136 SoundMAX If you are using Windows XP operating system, from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX icon to display the SoundMAX Control Panel. ® ® Audio Setup Wizard By clicking the icon from the SoundMAX control panel, you can ® easily configure your audio settings.
  • Page 137 Adjust microphone volume This screen helps you adjust microphone volume. You will be asked to read pre�written text to allow the AudioWizard to adjust the volume as you speak. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-19...
  • Page 138 Audio preferences Click the icon to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings. General options Click the General tab to choose your playback and recording devices, enable/ disable the AudioESP™ feature, and enable/disable digital output. Listening Environment options Click the Listening Environment tab to set up your speaker, acoustic environment, and enable/disable the Virtual Theater Surround function.
  • Page 139 • The directional Array and Speaker Phone are purchased separately and function only when working with the ASUS Array Mic. • If you are using Windows Vista, you have to manually enable the directional Array and Speaker Phone function.

  • Page 140: Asus Pc Probe Ii

    To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows desktop, click Start > All Programs ® > 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 ®...
  • Page 141 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-HT Deluxe Series 5-23...
  • Page 142 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.
  • Page 143 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-HT Deluxe Series 5-25...
  • Page 144 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.
  • Page 145 The Preference tab allows you to customize sensor alerts, or change the temperature scale. Loads the default Loads your saved threshold values for Cancels or configuration each sensor ignores your changes Applies your Saves your changes configuration ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-27...

  • Page 146: Asus Ai Suite

    5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch AI Gear 2, AI N.O.S., 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.
  • Page 147 Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-29...

  • Page 148: Asus Ai Gear 2

    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.

  • Page 149: Asus Ai Nap

    To switch the power button functions from AI Nap to shutting down, just right click the AI Suite icon on the OS taskbar, select AI Nap and click Use power button. Unclick the the item to switch the function back. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-31...

  • Page 150: Asus Q-Fan 2

    5.3.9 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.

  • Page 151: Asus Ai Booster 2

    5.3.10 ASUS AI Booster 2 The ASUS AI Booster 2 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...

  • Page 152: Asus Express Gate

    5.3.12 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate 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 menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate applications.
  • Page 153 Specify how your computer connects to the Internet. Enable all the network ports that you may use (LAN1, LAN2, and/or wireless [optional]). LAN1 and LAN2 refer to the two RJ-45 network ports on your computer. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-35...
  • Page 154 • The number of the LAN ports may differ from motherboards. • You can connect the LAN cable to either port, and Express Gate will automatically use the connected port. Also specify whether each port uses DHCP (most common) or static IP. For PPPoE and wireless (optional), set the login credentials (user name, password, SSID, etc.) as well.
  • Page 155 This power option window is also shown when you press Ctrl-Alt-Del on the keyboard. How Do I Get on to the Internet If Internet does not work in the Express Gate environment, check the following: Open the Configuration Panel. Open Network tool. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series M3N-HT Deluxe Series 5-37...
  • Page 156 Make the proper network configurations in the Network dialog box. Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next to it. • If you use a network cable connected to a home router (which is then connected to your DSL/cable modem), enable both LAN1 and LAN2. Express Gate will automatically use whichever port (LAN1 or LAN2) is connected.
  • Page 157 Reset User Date [No] Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Configuration options: [�nabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10] Sets the amount of time the system waits at the �xpress Gate’s first screen before...
  • Page 158 To use the Express Gate Updater, launch the application and follow on-screen prompts. The Updater can preserve your Express Gate settings and personal data (web browser bookmarks, etc.) while doing an update. Use the checkbox “Keep user profile” to decide whether the Updater should do so. Clearing the user data is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly.

  • Page 159: Raid Configurations

    Spanning does not deliver any advantage over using separate disks independently and does not provide fault tolerance or other RAID performance benefits. 5-41 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 160: Nvidia ® Raid Configurations

    ® For Windows XP, if you want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a 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”...

  • Page 161: Entering The Nvidia Raid Utility

    2.1.M XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX [�] Del [F6] Back [F7] Finish [TAB] Navigate [���] Select [ENTER] Popup At the bottom of the screen are the navigation keys. These keys allow you to move through and select menu options. 5-43 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 162: Creating A Raid Volume

    Creating a RAID Volume To create a RAID volume: From the NVIDIA RAID utility Define a New Array menu, select RAID Mode ® then press <Enter>. The following submenu appears. Use the up or down arrow keys to select a Mirroring RAID mode then press <Enter>.

  • Page 163: Rebuilding A Raid Array

    - Array Detail - RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Striping Block: 64K Adapt Channel Index Disk Model Name Capacity Master XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XXGB Master XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XXGB [R] Rebuild [D] Delete [C] Clear Disk [ENTER] Return 5-45 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...
  • Page 164 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. Array 1 : NVIDIA MIRROR XXX.XXG - Select Disk Inside Array - RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Striping Block: 64K Adapt...

  • Page 165: Deleting A Raid Array

    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. 5-47 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 166: Clearing A Disk Data

    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. Array 1 : NVIDIA MIRROR XXX.XXG - Array Detail - RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Striping Block: 64K...

  • Page 167: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party 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. 5-49 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...
  • Page 168 To install the RAID driver in Windows Vista™: ® Insert the motherboard support DVD or a USB device with RAID driver into the optical drive/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.

  • Page 169: Nvidia

    This chapter tells how to install SLI-ready PCI Express graphics cards. ® Chapter 6: NVIDIA SLI™ technology support...
  • Page 170 Chapter summary Overview ..................6-1 Graphics card setup ..............6-2 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 171: Overview

    See page 2-31 for details. ® • The NVIDIA 3-way SLI technology supports Windows Vista operating system only. • Visit the NVIDIA zone website (http://www.nzone.com) for the latest certified graphics card and supported 3D application list. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 172: Graphics Card Setup

    Graphics card setup 6.2.1 Installing three SLI-ready graphics cards ® Install only identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA �certified. Different types of graphics cards will not work together properly. To install the graphics cards: Prepare three graphics cards. �ach graphics card should have goldfingers for the 3-way SLI bridge connector.
  • Page 173 Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. Align and firmly insert the 3�way SLI bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure that the connector is firmly in place. 3-way SLI bridge connector ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...
  • Page 174 Connect auxiliary power source from the power supply to the three graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI-I cable to the graphics card/s. We recommend that you install an additional chassis fan for better thermal environment. ® Chapter 6: NVIDIA SLI™...

  • Page 175: Installing Two Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    Connect auxiliary power source from the power supply to he two graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI-I cable to the graphics card/s. We recommend that you install an additional chassis fan for better thermal environment. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...

  • Page 176: Installing The Device Drivers

    6.2.3 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. ® • Make sure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI™ technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www. nvidia.com).
  • Page 177 From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series...
  • Page 178 The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI configuration When installing two graphics gards: From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration, then click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply.

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