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xConventions used in this guideTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Ty

4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-3Chapter 44.3.1 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyThe motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and auto

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-5Chapter 44.3.3 ASUS PC Probe IIPC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts yo

4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Inte

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-7Chapter 44.3.5 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily.Launching AI Suite1. Install AI S

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 ASUS EPUASUS EPU is an energy-efcient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-9Chapter 44.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fa

4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 ASUS AI NapASUS AI Nap allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-11Chapter 44.3.9 ASUS TurboVASUS TurboV allows you to overclock the CPU frequency, CPU voltage, DRAM voltage, and CPU/NB voltage

xiM4N82 Deluxe specications summaryCPU Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processors (socket AM2+/AM2)Sempron™ processors

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.10 ASUS Turbo KeyASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-13Chapter 44.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the NVIDIA nForce 980a SLI chipset that allows you to congure Serial

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOSYou must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-15Chapter 44.4.4 NVIDIA® MediaShield BIOS RAID congurationsTo enter the NVIDIA® MediaShield BIOS RAID utility1. Boot up your c

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Creating a RAID VolumeTo create a RAID volume:1. From the Dene a New Array screen, use the <TAB> key

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-17Chapter 4Rebuilding a RAID arrayTo rebuild a RAID array1. From the Array List screen, use the up or down arrow keys to select a

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 42. Press <R> to rebuild a RAID array. The following screen appears.3. Use the up or down arrow keys t

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-19Chapter 4Deleting a RAID arrayTo delete a RAID array1. From the Array List screen, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RA

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Clearing a disk MBRTo clear disk MBR1. From the Array List screen, use the up or down arrow keys to select a

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-21Chapter 44.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating sys

xii(continued on the next page)M4N82 Deluxe specications summaryUSB 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard; 6 ports at back panel)ASUS unique featur

4-22 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 5-1Chapter 55.1 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows y

5-2 Chapter 5: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology supportChapter 55.1.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cardsThe following pictures are for reference only. Th

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 5-3Chapter 55.1.3 Installing three SLI-ready graphics cards1. Prepare three SLI-ready graphics cards.2. Insert the three graphic

5-4 Chapter 5: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology supportChapter 55.1.4 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics car

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 5-5Chapter 5B2. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced

5-6 Chapter 5: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology supportChapter 5B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears.Enabling Dual SLI settingsFrom the NVIDIA Control

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 5-7Chapter 55.2 NVIDIA® Hybrid SLI® Technology The motherboard supports the NVIDIA® Hybrid SLI® technology with GeForce® Boost. GeF

5-8 Chapter 5: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology supportChapter 5Advanced Chipset SettingsHybrid SLI support [Disabled]Hybrid SLI Frame buffer size [Disa

xiii*Specications are subject to change without notice.M4N82 Deluxe specications summaryInternal I/O connectors 3 x USB connectors support additiona

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ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® M4N82 Deluxe motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest te

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsAMD® Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ / Sempro

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 1-3Chapter 11.3.2 ASUS unique featuresASUS Power SolutionsASUS power solutions intelligently and automatically provide balanced com

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1Fanless Design–Heat-pipeThe Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by the chipsets to the

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 1-5Chapter 11.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking featuresTurboVFeel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC—now a realit

iiE4680Second Edition (V2) April 2009Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and sof

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V) 2-342. AM2/

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.3 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in th

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-5Chapter 22.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket c

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-7Chapter 22.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe AMD® AM3/AM2+/AM2 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base.3. Align the other end of the re

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-9Chapter 25. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labele

iiiContentsNotices ... viiSafety i

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Me

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-11Chapter 22.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationVendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO.Timing Dimm (Bios)VoltageSocket supportA* B* C*ApacerBoxP/N:CH.02GAF.C

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-13Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO.Timing Dimm (Bios)VoltageSocket supportA* B* C*A-DATA M2OAD6H3J4171Q1E52 2GB DS A-DA

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationVendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO.Timing Dimm (Bios)VoltageSocket supportA* B* C*KINGSTON KVR800D2N5/2G

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-15Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO.Timing Dimm (Bios)VoltageSocket supportA* B* C*Apacer 78.91G92.9K5 512MB SS APACER A

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM supp

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-17Chapter 22.4.4 Removing a DIMMTo remove a DIMM:1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.2. Remo

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections des

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-19Chapter 22.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.IRQ

ivContents2.7.3 Internal connectors...2-282.7.4 Installing the optional fan ...

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-21Chapter 2VGA congurationPCI Express operating modePCIex16_1 PCIex16_2 PCIex16_3Single VGA/PCIe cardx16 x1 x16Dual VGA/PCIe card

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-23Chapter 22. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the advanced CPU overvoltage sett

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 7. Optical S

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-25Chapter 2LAN port LED indicationsStatus Left LED Right LEDOFFOFF OFF10 Mbps connectionOrange (blinking during data activity)OFF1

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel Speakers

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-27Chapter 2Connect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7.3 Internal connectors1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additio

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-29Chapter 2Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devices Cable-Sele

v3.6.3 Onboard Devices Conguration ... 3-223.6.4 PCIPnP ...

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 24. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1–5)These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-31Chapter 25. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB 78; USB910; USB1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cab

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 26. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IE

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-33Chapter 28. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN1–2; 3-pin PWR_FAN)The fan connectors support c

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 29. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs.

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-35Chapter 210. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module th

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-37Chapter 212. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. Refe

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7.4 Installing the optional fanInstall the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a wa

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 2-39Chapter 22.8 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that

vi4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ... 4-144.4.4 NVIDIA® MediaShield BIOS RAID congurations ...

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-13.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device conguration, overcl

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard B

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-3Chapter 33. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.4. From the FTP site

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a DOS-

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-5Chapter 33.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restor

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 BIOS setup programA BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modication. When you start up the computer, t

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-7Chapter 33.3.3 Navigation keysAt the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the bas

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-9Chapter 3Type [Auto]Allows you to select the type of device installed.[Not Installed] Select this option if no device is install

viiFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 332Bit Data Transfer [Enabled][Enabled] Sets the IDE controller to combine two 16-bit reads from the hard disk int

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-11Chapter 33.4.3 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically de

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3The following three (3) items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual].CPU Ratio [Auto]Allows

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-13Chapter 3Enable Bank Memory InterleavingMemory CongurationBank Interleaving [Auto]Channel Interleaving [Auto]MemClk Trist

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DCT Unganged Mode [Auto]Allows selection of the unganged DRAM mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disable

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-15Chapter 3TRC [Auto]Conguration options: [11 CLK] [12 CLK] – [25 CLK] [26 CLK] [Auto]TWR [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [3 C

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DQS Timing CongurationThis item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking item to [Manual] and allows you to c

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-17Chapter 33.5.4 CPU Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU voltage.• Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vco

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.9 PCI Spread Spectrum [Disabled]Conguration options: [Disabled] [Linear Down]3.5.10 AI Clock Skew for Channe

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-19Chapter 33.6.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.The

viiiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Microcode Updation [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the Microcode Updation function.[Enabled] Allows the system to up

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-21Chapter 3ECC CongurationECC Mode [Disabled]Disables or sets the DRAM ECC mode that allows the hardware to report and correct me

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.3 Onboard Devices CongurationOnboard LAN [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the onboard LAN controller.[Disabled] D

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-23Chapter 33.6.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Legacy USB Support [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the function.[Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on leg

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-25Chapter 33.7 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.[Power Off] T

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-27Chapter 33.7.5 Hardware MonitorCPU/MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF][xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Quiet CPU Fan Mode [Silent][Performance] Sets to [Performance] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed.[Optimal] Sets

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-29Chapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter>

ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gui

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled][Disabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POS

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-31Chapter 33.8.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3User Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.[No Access]

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-33Chapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9.2 Express GateAllows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-35Chapter 33.9.3 ASUS O.C. ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Current CMOSRestore CMOSA:Note [E

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash drive or a oppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single part

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 3-37Chapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and sav

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

ASUS M4N82 Deluxe 4-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN fol