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... menu 3-5 3.3.4 ASUS contact information 3-6
Chapter 4: Motherboard info 4.1 Introduction 4-2 4.2 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.3 Jumpers 4-3 4.4 Connectors 4-5
Chapter 5: BIOS setup 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2
5.1.1 ASUS EZ Flash utility 5-3 5.1.2 AFUDOS utility 5-4 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 5-6 5.1.4 ASUS Update utility 5-8 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-11 5.2.1 BIOS menu...
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... M3N8200. The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. 2. Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. 3. Chapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD. 4. Chapter 4: Motherboard...
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...to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to...
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... to install
1. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2. DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Expansion card(s) 4. Hard disk drive 5. Optical drive Tool Philips (cross) screw driver
2.2 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply...
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... GPU
shared shared
SATA
PCI
Controller 1394
Marvell_ LAN_8056
shared
shared shared shared shared
shared
When using a PCI card on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.
2.8 Installing an optical drive
The barebone...
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Chapter 3
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD.
Starting up
T3-M3N8200
T4-M3N8200 (Only some models have the Time
and IR LED display.)
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...
The barebone system supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware.
Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.
3.2 Powering up
The...
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... operating system versions.
• The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.
3.3.1 Running the support CD
To begin using the support CD, place the CD in your optical drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an item to install
Click...
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... device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard Allows you to easily install all necessary drivers for your system.
NVIDIA Chipset Driver Program Installs the NVIDIA Chi drivers Program.
Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek Audio Driver.
Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver Installs...
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... such as fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in a healthy operating condition.
ASUS Update Installs the ASUS Update that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page...
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4.1 Introduction
The motherboard comes already installed in ASUS T-Series M3N8200 system. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration.
4.2 Motherboard layout
VIA VT6308
SPDIF_OUT CD
AUDIO
ALC883
SPDIFO
PCI1
26.7cm (10.5in)
PCIEX16 M3N18L
CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power
BUZZER
SPI CIRTX SB_PWR
FRONT_CON
IDT0631GQK
...
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.../Output System (BIOS) setup.
1. ASUS EZ Flash: Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk, or the motherboard support CD during POST.
2. ASUS AFUDOS: Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk in DOS mode.
3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2: Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.
4. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in Windows®...
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... disk drive or the USB port.
Press + during POST to display the following.
ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.21
FLASH TYPE: ATMEL 26DF081/161/3
Current ROM
BOARD: M3N18L VER: 0112 [H:02 B:03] DATE: 12/14/2007
Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown
PATH: A:\
A:
Note [Enter] Select or Load
[Tab] Switch
[B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move
(2) Enter BIOS setup...
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... and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM
Main filename Extension name
3. Press . The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... done A:\>
The utility returns to the DOS prompt after...
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...or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy disk.
A:\>afudos /iM3N18L.ROM
4. The utility reads the file and starts updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /iM3N18L.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2003 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..... done Reading flash .... done Search...
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• Ensure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk or the USB flash disk to M3N18L.ROM.
• Visit ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file.
Recovering the BIOS from the USB flash disk To recover the BIOS from the USB flash disk:
1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains BIOS file to the USB port. 2. Turn on the system. 3. The utility will...
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... with the motherboard package.
ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update:
1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. See page 3-4 for the Utilities
screen menu. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your...
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... Internet:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.
2. Select Update BIOS from
3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest
the Internet option from the
you to avoid network traffic, or
drop‑down menu, then click Next.
click Auto Select. Click Next.
ASUS T-Series M3N8200...
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... the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next.
5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by...
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... example, you can enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the LPC chip.
The LPC chip on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the...