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Asus M2N-X User Manual

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Motherboard
M2N-X

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Asus M2N-X Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCYes
Number of memory slots2
Maximum internal memory4 GB
Processor socketSocket AM2
Processor manufacturerAMD
CPU fan connectorNo
Number of SATA connectors4
Number of EATX power connectors1
Manageability featuresWOR (Ring), WOL/WOR (PME), PXE
Controller interface typeSerial ATA
Controller 2nd interface typeUltraDMA 100/66/33
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Motherboard form factorATX
Compatible operating systemsWindows Vista/XP/2000
Bundled softwareDrivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA MediaShield RAID
BIOS memory size32 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth193 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Notices and Compliance Statements

FCC Compliance Statement

Details the device's compliance with Part 15 of FCC Rules regarding radio frequency emissions.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Confirms compliance of digital apparatus with Canadian radio noise emission regulations.

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Precautions

Guidelines to prevent electrical shock hazards during system operation and maintenance.

Operational Safety Guidelines

Recommendations for safe handling, installation, and operation of the motherboard.

About This User Guide

Guide Organization and Structure

Explains how the user guide is structured into chapters and topics.

Additional Information Sources

Directs users to ASUS websites and optional documentation for more details.

Guide Conventions and Typography

Symbols and Formatting Conventions

Defines symbols and typography used to convey important information and instructions.

M2N-X Specifications Summary

CPU, Chipset, and Memory Specifications

Details processor socket, chipset, and memory support for the M2N-X motherboard.

Expansion Slots, Storage, and LAN Specs

Lists expansion slots, storage interfaces, and LAN capabilities of the motherboard.

USB, Overclocking, and Special Features

Highlights USB support, overclocking features, and unique ASUS technologies.

M2N-X Specifications Summary

BIOS Features and Rear Panel Connectors

Summarizes BIOS features and details the rear panel connectivity options.

Internal Connectors and Manageability

Lists internal connectors and manageability features of the motherboard.

Form Factor and Support CD Contents

Specifies the motherboard form factor and lists contents of the support CD.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Welcome and Package Contents

Provides a welcome message and lists items included in the motherboard package.

Product Highlights

Introduces key features such as latest processor technology and memory support.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Key Motherboard Technologies

Details technologies like AMD Cool 'n' Quiet, NVIDIA nForce, DDR2, PCI Express, SATA, LAN, and USB.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

High Definition Audio Features

Describes the onboard High Definition audio CODEC and its capabilities.

Innovative ASUS Features

Highlights unique ASUS features such as Fanless Design, CrashFree BIOS 2, and EZ Flash.

Installation Precautions and Onboard LED

Before You Proceed: Safety Precautions

Lists essential precautions to take before installing components to avoid damage.

Onboard LED Indicator Function

Explains the function of the standby power LED on the motherboard.

Motherboard Overview

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Provides a visual diagram illustrating the layout of motherboard components.

Motherboard Overview

Motherboard Placement and Securing

Details correct orientation for installation and screw hole locations.

CPU Installation

Locating and Unlocking CPU Socket

Guides on finding the CPU socket and unlocking the retention lever.

CPU Installation

Positioning and Securing the CPU

Instructions for correctly placing and securing the CPU into the socket.

CPU Fan Connector

Details on connecting the CPU fan cable to the motherboard connector.

CPU Heatsink and Fan Installation

Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan

Provides steps for installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

CPU Heatsink and Fan Installation

Securing the Heatsink Assembly

Details on attaching and securing the heatsink assembly using the retention bracket.

System Memory Installation

DIMM Sockets and Memory Configurations

Describes DIMM sockets and guidelines for memory configurations.

System Memory Installation

Qualified DDR2 800 Vendors List

Lists approved vendors and models for DDR2 800 memory modules.

System Memory Installation

Qualified DDR2 533 Vendors List

Lists approved vendors and models for DDR2 533 memory modules.

System Memory Installation

DIMM Installation and Removal

Step-by-step instructions for installing and removing DIMM modules.

Expansion Slot Installation

Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards

Guides on how to install and configure various expansion cards.

Expansion Slot Installation

IRQ Assignments for Expansion Slots

Details standard interrupt assignments and IRQ assignments for this motherboard.

Expansion Slot Installation

Types of Expansion Slots

Describes PCI, PCI Express x1, and PCI Express x16 slots and their uses.

Jumpers Configuration

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) Jumper

Instructions for clearing the CMOS RTC RAM using the CLRTC jumper.

Jumpers Configuration

USB Device Wake-Up Jumper Settings

Explains jumpers for enabling or disabling keyboard wake-up features.

Connector Overview

Rear Panel Connectors

Describes rear panel ports like PS/2, Parallel, LAN, Audio, and USB.

Connector Overview

Internal Connectors

Details internal connectors such as floppy drive, IDE, and USB headers.

Connector Overview

IDE Connectors

Explains the 40-pin IDE connectors for Ultra DMA devices.

Connector Overview

Serial ATA (SATA) Connectors

Describes the 7-pin SATA connectors for hard drives and optical drives.

Connector Overview

Fan and Speaker Connectors

Details connectors for CPU/Chassis fans and the onboard speaker.

Connector Overview

Additional USB and Audio Connectors

Covers more USB connectors and the optical drive audio input connector.

Connector Overview

Front Panel Audio Connector

Explains the 10-pin AAFP connector for front panel audio modules.

Connector Overview

ATX Power Connectors

Details the 24-pin EATXPWR and 4-pin ATX12V power connectors.

Connector Overview

System Panel Connector

Describes the F_PANEL connector for power/reset buttons and LEDs.

Chapter 2: BIOS Setup

BIOS Management and Updates

BIOS Update Utilities Overview

Introduces utilities for managing and updating the motherboard BIOS.

Creating a Bootable Floppy Disk

Provides instructions for creating bootable floppy disks for DOS or Windows environments.

BIOS Management and Updates

Using ASUS EZ Flash Utility

Explains how to update the BIOS using the ASUS EZ Flash utility from POST.

BIOS Management and Updates

Copying Current BIOS with AFUDOS

Details how to copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility.

BIOS Management and Updates

Updating BIOS with AFUDOS Utility

Guides on updating the motherboard BIOS using the AFUDOS utility in DOS.

BIOS Management and Updates

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 Recovery

Explains how to recover a corrupted BIOS using the CrashFree BIOS 2 utility.

BIOS Management and Updates

Recovering BIOS from Support CD

Details the process of recovering the BIOS from the motherboard support CD.

BIOS Management and Updates

Installing ASUS Update Utility

Instructions for installing the ASUS Update utility within the Windows environment.

BIOS Management and Updates

Updating BIOS via Internet

Guides on updating the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility over the internet.

BIOS Management and Updates

Updating BIOS with a File

Explains how to update the BIOS using a downloaded BIOS file with ASUS Update.

BIOS Setup Program

Entering and Using BIOS Setup

Explains how to enter and navigate the BIOS setup utility.

BIOS Setup Program

BIOS Menu Screen Elements

Describes the BIOS menu bar, menu items, and navigation keys.

BIOS Setup Program

BIOS Screen Navigation and Fields

Details sub-menu items, configuration fields, pop-up windows, scroll bars, and help.

Main BIOS Menu

System Time and Date Settings

Allows adjustment of the system's current time and date.

Legacy Diskette Configuration

Configures settings for the installed floppy disk drive.

Main BIOS Menu

IDE and SATA Configuration

Covers configuration for IDE controllers and SATA modes.

Main BIOS Menu

IDE Device Settings Details

Provides detailed settings for IDE devices like Type, LBA, PIO, and DMA modes.

Main BIOS Menu

SATA Device Settings Details

Details settings for SATA devices including LBA, Block Transfer, PIO, DMA, and SMART.

Main BIOS Menu

System Information Display

Shows detected BIOS, processor, and system memory information.

Advanced BIOS Menu

JumperFree Configuration

Allows configuration of system frequency and voltage for overclocking.

Advanced BIOS Menu

CPU and PCI-Express Frequency Settings

Configures CPU and PCI-Express frequencies and overclocking options.

Advanced BIOS Menu

CPU Configuration Settings

Displays and configures CPU-related information like GART, Microcode, and Cool'n'Quiet.

Advanced BIOS Menu

Chipset Configuration

Covers advanced chipset settings including memory controller and Southbridge.

Advanced BIOS Menu

Memory Configuration Settings

Details memory settings like Memclock Mode, CAS Latency, and timings.

Advanced BIOS Menu

Advanced Memory Settings

Includes settings for MCT Timing Mode, Bank Interleaving, and DQS Signal Training.

Advanced BIOS Menu

ECC Memory Configuration

Settings for DRAM ECC, 4-Bit ECC Mode, and DRAM scrubbing options.

Advanced BIOS Menu

Southbridge Chipset Configuration

Configures settings for the Southbridge/MCP65 chipset, including graphics adapter and audio.

Advanced BIOS Menu

Hyper Transport Configuration

Allows adjustment of Hyper Transport frequency and link width settings.

Advanced BIOS Menu

Onboard Devices Configuration

Configures onboard devices like serial ports, parallel ports, and their IRQ/DMA settings.

Advanced BIOS Menu

PCI PnP Configuration

Settings for Plug and Play OS, PCI Latency Timer, and IRQ allocation.

Advanced BIOS Menu

USB Configuration Settings

Configures USB controllers, legacy USB support, and USB 2.0 mode.

Power BIOS Menu

Suspend Mode and ACPI Features

Configures system suspend states and ACPI version features.

Power BIOS Menu

APM Configuration Settings

Manages power-on events like AC power loss and wake-up by devices.

Power BIOS Menu

Hardware Monitor Readings

Displays CPU/MB temperatures, fan speeds, voltages, and Q-FAN status.

Boot BIOS Menu

Boot Device Priority Settings

Sets the sequence of devices for system boot-up.

Boot BIOS Menu

Boot Settings Configuration

Configures Quick Boot, Full Screen Logo, and other boot-related options.

Boot BIOS Menu

System Security Settings

Allows setting supervisor and user passwords for system security.

Boot BIOS Menu

User Access and Password Management

Defines user access levels and manages user passwords.

Exit BIOS Menu

Saving and Exiting BIOS Setup

Options to save changes and exit the BIOS setup utility.

Exit BIOS Menu

Loading Defaults and Discarding Changes

Allows loading default settings or discarding unsaved changes.

Chapter 3: Software Support

Software Support

Operating System Installation

Guidance on installing supported operating systems like Windows 2000/XP/Vista.

Support CD Overview

Describes the contents of the motherboard support CD and how to run it.

Software Support

Installing Device Drivers

Details the drivers available on the support CD for system devices.

Software Support

Installing Software Utilities

Lists and explains the software utilities available on the support CD.

Software Support

Creating RAID Driver Disks

Instructions on how to create RAID driver disks from the support CD.

Software Support

Accessing User Manuals

Guides on how to access supplementary user manuals from the support CD.

Software Support

ASUS Contact and Motherboard Information

Provides ASUS contact details and general motherboard specifications.

Software Support

Support CD Browsing and Forms

Explains how to browse the CD contents and access technical support forms.

Software Support

Creating and Installing RAID Drivers

Detailed steps for creating and installing RAID drivers during OS setup.

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