Asus T3-M2NC51PV User Guide
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T3-M2NC51PV ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 2
, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 3
2-8 2.6.1 Memory configurations 2-9 2.6.2 DIMM installation 2-13 2.7 Installing an expansion card 2-14 2.7.1 Expansion slots 2-14 2.7.2 Expansion card installation 2-15 2.8 Installing an optical drive 2-17 2.9 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD 2-17 2.10 Reinstalling the power supply unit - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 4
an operating system 3-2 3.2 Powering up 3-2 3.3 Support CD information 3-2 3.3.1 Running the support CD 3-3 3.3.2 Drivers menu 3-4 3.3.3 Utilities menu 3-5 3.3.4 Make Disk menu 3-6 3.3.5 ASUS contact information 3-7 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Introduction 4-2 4.2 Motherboard layout - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 5
ACPI APIC Support 5-24 5.5.3 Restore on AC Power Loss by IO 5-24 5.5.4 APM Configuration 5-25 5.5.5 Hardware Monitor 5-26 5.6 Boot menu 5-27 5.6.1 Boot Device Priority 5-27 5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 5-28 5.6.3 Security 5-29 5.7 Exit menu 5-31 Appendix Power supply specifications - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 6
, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 7
power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing devices into the system batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 8
About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS T3-M2NC51PV barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized This guide contains the - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 9
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 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 10
description 1. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 250 W PFC power supply unit • Gigabit LAN port • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • 1 x 5.25" drive bays 2. Cables • AC power cable • IDE cable • Serial ATA cable • Serial ATA power cable 3. Support CD 4. Quick Installation Guide - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 11
Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS T3-M2NC51PV. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. System introduction - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 12
motherboard with the AMD Socket AM2 that supports the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/AMD Athlon™ 64/AMD Athlon™ 64 FX/AMD Sempron™ processors. The system supports up to 4 GB of system memory using DDR2800/667/533 DIMMs. With audio functions, extensive connectivity, and Gigabit LAN capability, the T3-M2NC51PV - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 13
, and other PC devices. 9. Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot . This slot is for a Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard storage card. 10. Eject button. Press this button to eject the optical drive loading tray. 11. Microphone port . This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 1- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 14
a headphone with a stereo mini-plug. 1.4 Rear panel The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices. port connects a Digital Visual Interface (DVI-D) card. 6. PS/2 mouse port . This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse. 7. - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 15
the voltage supply in your area. 19. Power connector. This connector is for a power cable and plug. 20. Power switch. This switch allows you to turn your PC on/off. 21. S/PDIF Out port. This port connects your audio system for 5.1channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 1- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 16
instructions on installing additional system components. 1 2 4 3 8 7 6 5 10 9 1. 5.25-inch optical drive 2. Hard disk drive metal tray 3. ASUS motherboard 4. AMD® AM2 socket 5. DIMM sockets 6. Serial ATA connectors 7. PCI Express™ x16 slot 8. PCI slot 9. Expansion card slots 10. Power supply - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 17
Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. Basic installation - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 18
card(s) 4. Hard disk drive 5. Optical drive Tool Phillips (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 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 19
IN FRONT MIC IN eSATA 1 1 2. Use a Phillips screw driver to remove the cover screws. Keep the screws for later use. 2 3. Slightly pull the cover toward the rear panel until the side tabs are disengaged from the chassis. 4. Lift the cover, then set aside. 2 2 4 3 3 ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 20
arrow to a 900 angle. 2 2 3 When removing the PSU, make sure to hold or support it firmly. The unit may accidentally drop and damage other system components. 2.5 Installing a CPU The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64/AMD Athlon™ 64 FX/AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 21
one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Installing the CPU IMPORTANT! Before installing the CPU, remove the two rubbers (A and B) attached to the bottom of the B A cooler / fan. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 22
To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. R M2N5-BN CPU Socket AM2 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 23
To reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly: 1. Position the CPU fan and heatsink assembly on top of the installed CPU. 2. Drive in the four screws you removed earlier into the CPU fan screw holes to secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the motherboard. 2 2 2 2 1 ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 24
Installing a DIMM The system motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: DIMM_B2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A1 112 Pins 128 Pins R M2N5-BN 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 2- Chapter 2: Basic - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 25
made up of 128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules. Recommended memory configurations Sockets Mode DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Single-channel (1) Installed - (2) - Installed Dual-channel (3)* Installed Installed * Use only identical DDR2 DIMM pairs. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 26
DDR2 (533 MHz) Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor Model Brand Side/s* Component DIMM support A BC 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 1G 1G 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1G 512MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 27
DDR2 (667 MHz) Qualified Vendors List DIMM support Size Vendor Model Brand Side/s* Component AB C 256MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/256 Elpida 1G VDAT M2GVD5G3I41P6I1C52 VDATA DS VD29608A8A-3EG20627 • • • 1G VDATA M2GVD5G3I41C4I1C52 VDATA DS VD29608A8A-3EC20620 • • • ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2-11 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 28
into either slot, in a Single-channel memory configuration. B - supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors. Refer to the - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 29
insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. Retaining clips 2 2 3 4 4 1 A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM! ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2-13 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 30
cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage the motherboard. 2.7.1 Expansion slots PCI slot The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 31
) 8 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* ACPI Mode when used 10* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 11* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 12* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port 13 Numeric Data Processor 14* Primary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2-15 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 32
-- -- 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. 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 33
the power plugs to the connectors at the 3 3 back of the drive. 2.9 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD) The system supports one Serial ATA hard disk drive. To install an Serial ATA hard disk drive: 1. Connect the SATA power cable to the plug of the power supply unit. 1 ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2-17 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 34
and the power plugs to the connectors at the back of the drive. 3. Locate the HDD tray. 4. Insert a hard disk drive (with the HDD PCB facing the top of the chassis) to the tray, then secure it with four screws. 5. Connect the SATA signal cable to the SATA connector on the motherboard. 6. Tighten - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 35
panel until it fits in place. 7. Secure the PSU with the screw you removed earlier. Make sure the PSU cables do not interfere with the CPU and/or chassis fans. 8 9A 9B Power supply unit plugs 2 3 ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2-19 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 36
end (4‑pin male) to a 4-pin (female) power plug from the power supply unit. See the Appendix for the power supply specifications. Voltage selector The PSU has a 115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located beside the power connector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 37
as shown. 4. Push the cover slightly toward the front panel until it fits in place. 4 4 5. Secure the cover with the three screws you removed 3 earlier. 4 2 ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 2-21 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 38
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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 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 40
3.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® 2000/XP 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 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 41
is enabled in your computer. Click an item to install Click an icon to display other information If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 3- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 42
the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard Launches the ASUS InstallAll driver installation wizard. JMicron JMB36X RAID Controller Driver Installs the JMicron® JMB36X RAID controller driver. Nvidia nForce - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 43
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 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 44
TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games on your computer. This application is already built into the Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 2. If Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 2 is installed in your system, skip Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0c installation. ASUS Cool'n'Quiet Utility Launches - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 45
RAID Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® Serial ATA RAID driver disk for a 32-bit system. JMicron JMB36X 32/64bit Driver Allows you to create an JMicron® driver disk for a 32/64-bit system. 3.3.5 ASUS contact information The Contact tab displays the ASUS contact information. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 46
3- Chapter 3: Starting up - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 47
Chapter 4 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. Motherboard info - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 48
4.1 Introduction The ASUS M2N5-BN motherboard comes already installed in the ASUS T3-M2NC51PV system. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 4.2 Motherboard layout ESATA 22.4cm (8.8in) VGA_DVI AUDIO PS/2KBM S T: Mouse B: - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 49
) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 50
wake-up (3-pin USBPW123456) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 51
CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2N5-BN CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow within the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! ASUS T3-M2NC51PV - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 52
from the power supply unit are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX12V power plug to the ATX12V connector on the motherboard; otherwise, the system will - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 53
3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. right angle side ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 4- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 54
the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND R M2N5-BN M2N5-BN Digital Audio Connector SPDIF_OUT The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 7. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 55
Chapter 5 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. BIOS setup - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 56
you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. 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.) 2. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) Refer to the - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 57
drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. See page 3-5 for the Utilities screen menu. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 58
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 the Internet option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 59
ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 60
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 firmware hub. The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 61
Power Boot Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 62
(Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. System Time [16:37:21] System Date [ ST320410A] : [ASUS CD-S520/A] : [Not Detected] : [Not Detected] : [Not Detected] IDE Configuration System Information Main menu window Scroll bar 5- Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 63
] IDE Configuration System Information Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure the System time. 5.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time. 5.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5- - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 64
: MultiWord DMA-2 : Ultra DMA-2 : Supported Type LBA/Large Mode Block(Multi-sector Transfer) M PIO Mode DMA Mode SMART Monitoring 32Bit Data Transfer [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] Select the type of device connected to the system. The BIOS automatically detects the values - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 65
] The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-11 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 66
the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5-12 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 67
this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press if you want to configure the item. IDE Configuration or enable the nVidia RAID function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-13 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 68
Type Speed Count : AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3200+ : 1800MHz : 1 System Memory Usable Size: 256MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 5-14 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 69
USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP 5.4.1 AMD Cool'n'Quiet Configuration Cool'n'Quiet [Enabled] Cool'n'Quiet [Enabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-15 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 70
] [Full Speed] BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the enhanced host controller interface (EHCI) hand-off support. This is a workaround for operating systems without EHCI hand-off support. The ECHI ownership change should be claimed by the EHCI driver. Configuration options - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 71
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.00 Physical Count may cause the system to malfunction. NorthBridge Configuration SouthBridge/MCP51 Configuration NvigpBridge/C51PV Configuration ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-17 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 72
NorthBridge Chipset Configuration Memory Configuration ECC Configuration Power Down Control [Auto] Memory CLK CAS Latency(Tcl Memory Hole Remapping [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Disabled] Memclock Mode [Auto] Sets the memory clock mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit] [Manual - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 73
[Manual] The following item appears when the MCT Time Mode item is set to [Manual]. use a memmory that supports this function. MemClk Tristate Memory Hole Remapping [Disabled] Enables or disables the memory remapping around the memory hole. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS T3-M2NC51PV - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 74
] DRAM ECC allows hardware to report and correct memory errors automatically maintaining system integrity. DRAM ECC Enable [Enabled] Allows you REDIRECT. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power Down Control [Auto] Allows the DIMMs to enter power down mode by deasserting the clock enable - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 75
Buffer Size [Auto] OnChip VGA Frame Buffer Size [Auto] Select Screen Allows you to select the C51PV share memory size. +- Select Item Change Option Configuration options: [256MB] [Auto] [Disabled] [16MB] [32MB] [64FFM110B] ESC GS[ea1nv2eer8aaMlndBH]eElxpit Exit ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-21 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 76
/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] OnBoard E-SATA BOOTROM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Onboard E-SATA BOOTROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5-22 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 77
and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-23 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 78
an AC power loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss. When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] 5-24 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 79
set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options appear with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-25 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 80
monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Disabled if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM], [N/A], or or disable smart Q-Fan function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5-26 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 81
5.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Boot that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled] ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-27 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 82
] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 83
[Disabled] [Enabled] 5.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Change Supervisor Password then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-29 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 84
If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "4.3 Jumpers" for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. Security Settings - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 85
Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation. Pressing does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or from the legend bar to exit. ASUS T3-M2NC51PV 5-31 - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 86
CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 87
Appendix The Appendix includes the power supply unit specification for this system. Appendix - Asus T3-M2NC51PV | User Guide - Page 88
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T3-M2NC51PV
ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)