Asus M3N-HT DELUXE HDMI User Manual

M3N-HT Deluxe/HDMI

Motherboard

E3580

First Edition V1 December 2007

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Contents ...................................................................................................... iii

Notices .......................................................................................................... v

Safety information ...................................................................................... vi

About this guide ........................................................................................ vii

M3N-HT Deluxe/HDMI specications summary ....................................... ix

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1

1.3 Special features ............................................................................ 1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-2

1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features .................................. 1-5

1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance

and overclocking features ............................................... 1-8

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 2-2

2.2.1 Placement direction ........................................................ 2-2

2.2.2 Screw holes .................................................................... 2-2

2.2.3 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 2-3

2.2.4 Layout contents ............................................................... 2-4

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-6

2.3.1 Installing the CPU ........................................................... 2-6

2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan ........................................ 2-8

2.3.3 Installing the optional fans .............................................2-11

2.4 System memory ......................................................................... 2-12

2.4.1 Overview ....................................................................... 2-12

2.4.2 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) 2-15

2.5 Expansion slots .......................................................................... 2-17

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 2-17

2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card ..................................... 2-17

2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ................................................... 2-18

2.5.4 PCI slots ........................................................................ 2-19

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2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot ....................................................... 2-19

2.5.6 Three PCI Express x16 slots ........................................ 2-19

2.6 Jumper ........................................................................................ 2-21

2.7 Connectors ................................................................................. 2-22

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .................................................. 2-22

2.7.2 Internal connectors ....................................................... 2-25

Chapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the rst time ........................................................ 3-1

3.2 Turning off the computer ............................................................. 3-2

3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function .................................... 3-2

3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .............................. 3-2

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Safety information

Electrical safety

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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

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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.

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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

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Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

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Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

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Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.

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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

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To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.

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Place the product on a stable surface.

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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.

• 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 switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

• Chapter 3: Powering up

This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down the system.

Where to nd more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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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.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a

task.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign

means that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.

<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the

key names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

Command 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 /i /iM3NHTDLX.ROM

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M3N-HT Deluxe/HDMI

specications summary

CPU

Chipset

System bus

Memory

VGA

Expansion slots

Storage

LAN

IEEE 1394

USB

AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ /Phenom / Athlon™ /Athlon™ /™ / / Sempron™ processorSempron™ processorprocessor AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor AMD® Cool’n’Quiet™ Technology

NVIDIA® nForce 780a SLI

Up to 5200 MT/s; HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface for AM2+ CPUAM2+ CPU 2000 / 1600 MT/s for AM2 CPU

Dual-channel memory architecture

- 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 1066�/800/667/533 MHzECC/non-ECC DDR2 1066�/800/667/533 MHz memory modulesmemory modules

- Supports up to 8 GB system memory �DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPUs only. Refer toRefer to www.asus.com for the supported CPU models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).

Integrated NVIDIA® GPU Maximum shared memory of 512MB Supports HDMI™ Technology with HDCP compliant with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1440 @75Hz Multi VGA output support: DVI & D-Sub Hybrid SLI Support

3 x PCIe x16 support NVIDIA® 3-way SLI™ Tech @ dual x16 mode or tripple x8 1 x PCIe x1 2 x PCI 2.2 Support PCIe 2.0/1.0 architecture

Chipset:

- 6 x SATA 3 Gb/s connectors with RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5 and JBOD support

- 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33

Marvell® 6111 SATA controller

- 1 x External SATA 3Gb/s port (SATA-On-The-Go)- 1 x External SATA 3Gb/s port (SATA-On-The-Go)

Gigabit LAN, featuring AI NET2

LSI® FW322 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a connectors (at mid-board)

10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 at mid-board; 6 on the rear panel)

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specications summary

High Denition audio

ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features

Other features

ASUS exclusive overclocking features

ADI® AD1988B 8-channel High Definition audio CODEC

- Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, andSupports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Multi-Streaming, and Jack-RetaskingJack-Retasking

- Coaxial/Optical S/PDIF Out ports at back I/OOptical S/PDIF Out ports at back I/O

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:

- ASUS AI Cool Mempipe

- ASUS AI Gear 2

- ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design

- ASUS AI Nap

- ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution & Stack Cool 2

- ASUS Q-Fan 2

- ASUS Optional Fan for Water-cooling or Passive cooling only ASUS Crystal Sound:

- ASUS Noise Filter

- ASUS AI Audio 2 ASUS EZ DIY:

- ASUS Q-Shield

- ASUS Q-Connector

- ASUS O.C. Profile

- ASUS EZ Flash 2

ASUS Express Gate Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! ASUS MyLogo 2™ Multi-language BIOS

Intelligent overclocking tools:

- 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):

- FSB tuning from 200 MHz up to 500 MHz at 1 MHz increment

- Memory tuning from 533 MHz up to 1066 MHz

- PCI Express frequency tuning from 100 MHz to 200 MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection:

- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

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M3N-HT Deluxe/HDMI

specications summary

Rear panel I/O ports

Internal I/O connectors

BIOS features

Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE

Support CD contents

Form factor

*Specications are subject to change without notice.

1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 1 x HDMI 1 x D-Sub 1 x External SATA 1 x LAN (RJ-45) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel audio I/O

3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors (Only SATA 1–4 support IDE mode) 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connector 1 x Power Fan connector 2 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector)

8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2

Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS AI Suite ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus Utility (OEM version)

ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

Product

introduction

Chapter summary

1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1

1.3 Special features ............................................................................ 1-2

ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe/HDMI

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for buying an ASUS® M3N-HT Deluxe/HDMI motherboard!

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.

1.2 Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

Motherboard ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series

I/O modules 1 x Multi-functional module (1-port IEEE 1394a module and 2-port USB 2.0 module)

Cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable for 2 devices 1 x Serial ATA power cable for 2 devices1 x Serial ATA power cable for 2 devices 6 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable

Accessories ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe edition only) ASUS Q-Shield (I/O Shield) 1 x HDMI-DVI converter 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; Retail version only) 1 x ASUS 3-way SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge Optional fan for Water-Cooling or Passive-cooling only

Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD

Documentation User guide

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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1.3 Special features

1.3.1 Product highlights

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.

AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support

This motherboard supports AMD 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. See page 2-6 for details.

HyperTransport™ 3.0 support

HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth than HyperTransport™ 1.0, radically improving system efficiency to create a smoother, faster computing environment.

AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™Athlon™ 64 FX / Athlon™ 64 / Sempron™ CPU support

This motherboard supports AMDAMD® Socket AM2 single-core Athlon™ 64 / Sempron™ and dual-core Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ 64 FX processors with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache based on 64-bit architecture. It features 2000 / 1600 MT/s HyperTransport™-based system bus, dual-channel un-buffered DDR2 800 memory support, and AMD® Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology. See page 2-6 for details.

NVIDIA® nForce® 780a SLI chipset

The NVIDIA® nForce 780a SLI chipset supports the NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology that allows three graphics processing units (GPUs) in a single system. It’s designed for enthusiast, extreme overclocking capability, ultimate gaming performance with SLI technology support. It’s definitely one of the fastest platform in the world. The NVIDIA® nForce 780a SLI chipset also supports six (6) Serial ATA 3 Gb/s devices, PCI Express™ x16 slots with NVIDIA® SLI™ support at dual x16 mode or at tripple x8 mode, and up to 10 USB 2.0 ports.

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Native DDR2 1066 support

This motherboard is the first AMD® platform with native DDR2 1066 support. It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth to increase memorydata transfer rate and more bandwidth to increase memoryand more bandwidth to increase memory computing efficiency, enhancing system performance in 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™ (Scalable Link Interface)-Way SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface)

NVIDIA 3-Way SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of the PCI Express 2.0 bus architecture and features intelligent hardware and software that allows three graphics cards to efficiently work together to deliver earth-shattering, scalable performance. For some applications nearly triple performance!

PCIe 2.0 support

This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. See page 2-19 for details.

Hybrid SLI™

Hybrid SLI™ technology is a unique hybrid multi-GPU technology built upon NVIDIA. Hybrid SLI technology today includes two primary features: GeForce Boost and HybridPower™. GeForece Boost turbo-charges performance of NVIDIA discrete graphics cards when combined with M3N series motherboard GPUs. HybridPower™ unleashes graphics performance when needed and enables low-power operation when performance is not needed. You can switch from the discrete GeForce GPU(s) to the motherboard GPU for a quiet, low power PC experience.

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. See pages 2-23 and 2-27 for details.

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The NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID controller integrated in the NVIDIA® nForce 780a SLI™ chipset allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configurations for six SATA 3 Gb/s connectors. See page 2-27 for details.

HDMI Interface

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a set of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video through a single cable for full HD 1080p visuals. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience.

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 pages 2-22 and 2-28 for details.

S/PDIF digital sound ready

This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) Out jacks.It allows digital audio transferring without converting it to analog format, and therefore well preserves signal quality. See page 2-33 for details.

High Denition Audio

Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphones while playing multi-channel network games. See pages 2-22 and 2-23 for details.

Gigabit LAN solution

The NVIDIA® native Gigabit LAN controller delivers transfer speeds up to ten times faster than conventional 10/100/1000 Ethernet connections. Gigabit LAN is the networking standard for the early future and is ideal for handling large amounts of data such as video, audio, and voice. See page 2-22 for details. See page 2-22 for details.

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1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability.

ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only)

ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. By lowering the memory and system temperatures, the Cool Mempipe contributes to a stable computing environment. See pages 2-15 and 2-16 for details.

ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of memory modules on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only.

AI Gear 2

AI Gear 2 allows you to choose from profiles to adjust CPU frequency and vCore voltage, minimizing system noise and saving CPU power consumption at most. You can real-time chnage the mode under operating system to suit your needs.

AI Nap

With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key.

8+2 Phase Power Design

ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design, with independent power to vitalwith independent power to vital components, ultimately enhances memory performance and ensures quick ultimately enhances memory performance and ensures quick response and stability of 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.

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Fanless Design–Heat-pipe

The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by the chipsets to the heatsink near the back IO ports, where it can be carried away by existing airflow from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The purpose of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. Furthermore, it provides options for users to install side-flow fan or passive cooler. The Heat Pipe design is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to date.

DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance.

Optional Fan (for Water-Cooling or Passive-Cooling only)

The optional fan is specifically designed to provide sufficient airflow over the CPU power modules and chipset area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for the entire system. 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.

Noise Filter

This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.

AI Audio 2

AI Audio 2 creates a virtual center channel that expands the overall sound field without introducing a picket fencing effect. Preserving the dialogue or solo performances with downmixing from multi-channels allows you to experience true-to-life high quality audio.

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