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Asus M2N-L User Manual

Asus M2N-L
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Motherboard
M2N-L

Table of Contents

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Asus M2N-L Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCYes
Number of memory slots4
Maximum internal memory8 GB
Processor socketSocket AM2
Processor manufacturerAMD
USB 2.0 connectors1
Number of SATA connectors6
Manageability featuresASWM 2.0
Controller interface typeSerial ATA I/II
Controller 2nd interface typeUltraATA-100/133
USB 2.0 ports quantity2
Motherboard form factorATX
Maximum graphics card memory32 MB
Networking featuresDual Gigabit Ethernet
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)10 - 35 °C
RAID levels0, 1, 0+1, JBOD

Summary

About this guide

How this guide is organized

Explains the structure and content of the user guide, outlining its main sections.

Where to find more information

Lists resources for additional product and software updates from ASUS.

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Details FCC compliance rules and potential interference with electronic devices.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Outlines compliance with Canadian regulations for radio noise emissions.

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Provides crucial precautions for preventing electrical shock and equipment damage.

Operation Safety

Lists guidelines for safe handling and installation of motherboard components.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Typography

Explains the meaning of text formatting like bold, italics, and key notations.

M2N-L Specifications Summary

Processor / System Bus

Lists supported processors, socket type, and HyperTransport bus speed.

Memory

Details memory slots, types, capacity, and size options.

Expansion Slots

Lists the total number and types of expansion slots available.

Storage

Covers IDE and SATA controller specifications, including RAID support.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard retail and bulk packages.

Product Highlights

Details key features like processor technology, memory, and PCI Express.

ASUS Special Features

Describes unique ASUS features such as CrashFree BIOS 2 and Smart Fan.

Chapter 2: Hardware Information

Before You Proceed

Lists essential precautions for handling components and preventing static discharge.

Motherboard Overview

Describes the motherboard layout, placement direction, and screw hole locations.

CPU Installation

Guides on locating the CPU socket and installing the processor.

System Memory

Explains DDR2 DIMM sockets, installation, and memory configuration options.

Expansion Slots

Details different expansion slots like PCI Express and PCI.

Jumpers

Explains the function and usage of jumpers like Clear RTC RAM.

Connectors

Covers rear panel and internal connectors for peripherals and power.

Chapter 3: Powering Up

Starting Up for the First Time

Guides on the initial system power-on procedure, checks, and BIOS setup entry.

Powering Off the Computer

Explains methods for safely shutting down the system via OS or power switch.

Chapter 4: BIOS Setup

Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Covers BIOS update utilities like AFUDOS and CrashFree BIOS 2.

BIOS Setup Program

Overview of accessing and using the BIOS setup utility, including navigation.

Main Menu

Displays basic system information within the BIOS setup interface.

Advanced Menu

Allows configuration of CPU, Chipset, and other advanced system settings.

Power Menu

Options for ACPI and APM power management features like suspend mode.

Boot Menu

Configures system boot order, devices, and related settings.

Security

Manages BIOS passwords, user access levels, and system security settings.

Chapter 5: Software Support

Support CD Information

Details the contents of the motherboard support CD, including drivers and utilities.

Drivers Menu

Lists essential device drivers for hardware activation, such as Chipset and LAN.

Software Information

Guides on enabling features like AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology.

RAID Configurations

Explains different RAID levels like RAID 0, 1, 5, and JBOD.

NVIDIA® RAID Configurations

Details on configuring RAID arrays using the NVIDIA utility, including volume creation.

Appendix A: Reference Information

M2N-L Block Diagram

Visual representation of the motherboard's architecture and component connections.

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