M2N68

„ AMD® AM2+ Quad-Core CPU/AM2 CPU Support „ AMD 140W CPU Support „ NVIDIA nForce 630a „ Max. 8GB Dual channel DDR2 1066 „ PCI Express x16 architecture „ 4 x SATA 300MB/s RAID 0,RAID 1, RAID0+1,RAID 5 and JBOD „ Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O

AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom™ / Athlon™ Support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus.

AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™/™ CPU Support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™/Sempron™ processors. It features 2000/1600 MT/s HyperTransport™-based system bus, dual-channel un-buffered DDR2 800 memory support, and AMD® Cool ´n´ Quiet™ Technology.

Dual channel DDR2 1066 Support DDR2 1066 memory provides great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications on next generation memory technology.

AMD Cool ´n´ Quiet! Technology M3N78 supports AMD Cool ´n´ Quiet! Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a cool and quiet environment.

Serial ATA 3Gb/s This motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification, allowing RAID 0, RAID 1,RAID 0+1,RAID 5 and JBOD configurations for five SATA connectors.

ASUS Express Gate Instant Internet Access without Entering Windows! 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!

*The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product models

ASUS EZ Flash2 With ASUS EZ Flash, you can update BIOS before entering operating system. No more DOS-based flash utility and bootable diskette required.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.

ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.

AI NET2 Diagnose LAN connection before entering OS! AI NET2 remotely detects cable connection the second you turn on the system, and any faulty connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy.

MyLogo2 Personalize your system with customizable boot logo You can convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.

GreenASUS The 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 and packaging to safeguard consumers´ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

The product (electrical , electronic equipment, Mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Specification

AMD Socket AM2+ / AM2 Processors CPU for AMD Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ AMD Cool'n'Quiet™ Technology

Chipset NVIDIA nForce 630a

System Bus 2000/1600 MT/s

4 x240-pin DIMM, Max. 8 GB, DDR2 1066/800/667/533 ECC,Non-ECC,Un- buffered Memory Dual Channel memory architecture Due to AMD CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU for one Memory DIMM per channel only. Please refer to www.asus.com or user manual for Memory QVL. When installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB is recommended.

1 x PCIe x16 Expansion Slots 2 x PCIe x1 4 x PCI 2.2

Southbridge 1 xUltraDMA 133/100/66/33 Storage 4 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID Support RAID 0,1,0+1,5,JBOD span cross Serial ATA drives

LAN NVIDIA nForce built-in Gigabit MAC with external Realtek 8211CL PHY

8 -Channel High Definition Audio CODEC Audio - Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O - Support Jack Detection and Multi-streaming

USB 10 USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel)

ASUS Express Gate: 1. Access the Internet in 5-second* boot time without entering Windows 2. A built-in OS offers instant fun platform for Internet and Instant Messenger! 3. Friendly Picture Manager Interface * The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product ASUS Unique Features models. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2

ASUS AI NET 2 Special Features ASUS MyLogo 2

1 x PS/2 Keyboard port(purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse (green) 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x Parallel(Printer) Port 1 x Optical SPDIF out 1 x COM Port 8-channel Audio ports

3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 4 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector Internal I/O Connectors 1 x Chassis Fan connector 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector 1 x CD audio in 1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector

8 Mb Flash ROM BIOS AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS2.5

1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable Accessories 1 x I/O Shield User's manual *Note: The floppy disk drive cable is purchased separately.

Drivers ASUS PC Probe II Support Disc ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version)

ATX Form Factor Form Factor 12 inch x 9.25 inch ( 30.5 cm x 23.6 cm )

The product (electrical , electronic equipment, Mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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