Product Description

NVIDIA NVIDIA nForce® 570 SLI¿ MCP (media and communications processors) - For High Performance Gaming. The NVIDIA nForce® 570 SLI¿ MCP features AMD Socket AM2 processor support, 1 GHz HyperTransport link and revolutionary NVIDIA SLI¿. Together with 6 Serial ATA ports enabled through the SATA 3Gb/s RAID controller, Dual Gigabit LAN controllers and High Definition Audio Interface, the NVIDIA nForce® 570 SLI¿ MCP delivers exceptional performance and really satisfies your demand.

Product Details

• Brand: Asus
• Model: M2N-SLI DELUXE
• Dimensions: 2.75" h x 10.25" w x 13.00" l, 5.29 pounds
• Processors: 0

Features

• AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlo 64 FX / Athlon 64 / Sempron
• NVIDIA nForce® 570 SLI MCP
• 2000 / 1600 MT/s
• DDR2-800/667/533, Max 8GB
• ASUS Crystal Sound- Enhance speech-centric application like Skype, online game, video conference and recording

Amazon.com Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description The Asus M2N-SLI Deluxe NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP comes from the AI Lifestyles Series line of motherboards that is designed to bring lifestyle and personal computing together. This motherboard provides better system performance for graphics-intensive applications, such as 3D games, and delivers cutting edge audio features that dramatically enhances the quality of voice signal. Thoughtful design further allows quick and easy setup, and to create a peaceful environment, several innovations are included to reduce noise and temperature.

The Power of NVIDIA nForce
For high-performance gaming, the M2N-SLI is built with the NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP (media and communication processors). This MCP features AMD Socket AM2 processor support, 1 GHz HyperTransport link, and revolutionary NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface). Together with six Serial ATA ports--enabled through the SATA 3 Gbps RAID controller, Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, and High Definition Audio Interface--the NVIDIA MCP delivers exceptional performance and satisfies all your gaming graphic's demands. SLI takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of the PCI Express bus architecture, and features intelligent hardware and software that allows two GPUs (Graphics Processor Units) to efficiently work together to deliver earth-shattering, scalable performance. For some applications you'll get nearly double the performance.

The Asus M2N-SLI Deluxe NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP motherboard is loaded with features that bring lifestyle and personal computing together.

Performance, Noise, and Cooling Features
To balance both system performance and quietness, this motherboard features AI Gear that allows you to choose from profiles to adjust CPU frequency and CPU core voltage to minimize system noise and power consumption. You can even change the mode in real-time under your operating system to suit your needs. The motherboard is also built with AI Nap that instantly snoozes the PC without terminating the tasks. The system will continue operating at minimum power and noise whenever you're temporarily away. However, it keeps downloading files or running applications in it's quietest state possible to minimize unwanted noise and distractions. Simply click the keyboard or mouse and you can swiftly wake up the system in just a few seconds.

The M2N-SLI also includes an Asus array mic. The bundled Superbeam Array Microphone only receives the sound coming from the reception cone, and ignores the sound coming from other directions. This mechanism eliminates a large number of interferences including neighboring speakers and reverberations. It also uses advanced de-reverberation techniques to reduce echo and minimize its effect on the speech engine. This feature, along with Asus's Crystal Sound, can enhance speed-centric applications, such as Skype, online gaming, video conferences, and recordings. In addition, this motherboard can detect repetitive and stationary noises, such as computer fans, air conditioners, and other background distractions, then eliminate this white noise from the incoming audio stream to deliver the best possible sound recording.

Lastly, this motherboard features a fanless design that provides a cool environment without all the noisy baggage. Cooling fans, though a popular thermal solution, also come with noise pollution and a higher malfunction likelihood. Asus has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and, most notably, the areas where the CPU, power, VGA, and chipsets reside. The heat pipe and heat sinks were tailor made to dissipate heat in the most efficient manner.

CPU Features
The M2N-SLI Deluxe supports AMD socket AM2 single core Athlon 64/Sempron and dual-care Athlon 64 X2/Athlon 64 FX processors with 2MB, 1MB, and 512KB L2 cache, which is based on 64-bit architecture. The advanced processing technology contains two physical CPU cores with individually dedicated L2 caches to satisfy the rising demand for more powerful processing capability. It features 2000/1600 MTs HyperTransport Bus, dual-channel unbuffered DDR2 800 memory support, and AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology. DDR2 is the next generation memory technology to replace the current DDR, and with the highest speeds clocking at up to 800 MHz, DDR2 memory provides great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications.

The Asus M2N-SLI Deluxe NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP Motherboard is loaded with great features, functions, and connectivity. It is designed to maximize gaming performance, improve graphic viewing, and deliver the best possible audio quality. This motherboard is easy to install on your own, and is packed with interface features, such as dual gigabit LAN, high-definition audio, IEEE 1394a, plenty of back panel ports, and much more.

What's in the Box
One SLI bridge, one ASUS Q-Connector Kit, one ASUS Array Mic, one UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable, one Floppy disk drive cable, six SATA cables, three SATA power cable for six devices, one 2-port USB 2.0 module, one IEEE1394a port module, one x I/O Shield, an InterVideo Media Launcher (OEM version only), and a user's manual.

Manufacturer Description
AI Lifestyle Series motherboards bring lifestyle and personal computing together. They provide better system performance for graphics-intensive applications such as 3D games and deliver cutting-edge audio features that dramatically enhance the quality of voice signal. Thoughtful design further allows quick and easy system setup. To create a peaceful environment, several new and improved innovations are included to reduce noise and temperature. Don't change your way of life for a computer. Instead let the Asus Lifestyle Series improve the quality of your life.

nVIDIA Features
nVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP (media and communications processors) for High Performance Gaming
The nVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP features AMD Socket AM2 processor support, 1 GHz HyperTransport link and revolutionary nVIDIA SLI. Together with 6 Serial ATA ports enabled through the SATA 3Gb/s RAID controller, Dual Gigabit LAN controllers and High Definition Audio Interface, the nVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP delivers exceptional performance and really satisfies your demand.

Ultimate Gaming Performance with nVIDIA SLI Technology
nVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of the PCI Express bus architecture and features intelligent hardware and software that allows two GPUs to efficiently work together to deliver earth-shattering, scalable performance. For some applications nearly 2X performance! (From www.nVIDIA.com)

nVIDIA Essential Vista
nVIDIA nForce-based motherboards are essential for accelerating the Windows Vista experience by offering an enriched 3D user interface, increased productivity, and vibrant photos as well as delivering uncompromising performance, quality, and reliability.

CPU Features

AMD Socket AM2
Supports AMD Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2/Athlon 64 FX/Athlon 64/Sempron. The M2N-SLI Deluxe supports AMD socket AM2 single-core Athlon 64/Sempron and dual-core Athlon 64 X2/Athlon 64 FX processors with 2MB/1MB/512KB L2 cache, which is based on 64-bit architecture. It features 2000/1600 MT/s HyperTransport Bus, dual-channel un-buffered DDR2 800 memory support and AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology.

Dual-Core CPU
The advanced processing technology contains two physical CPU cores with individually dedicated L2 caches to satisfy the rising demand for more powerful processing capability.

Dual-Channel DDR2 800
DDR2 is the next generation memory technology to replace the current DDR. With the highest speed up to 800MHz, DDR2 memory provides great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications.

Asus AI Lifestyles Features
AI Gear
To balance both system performance and quietness, AI Gear allows users to choose from profiles to adjust CPU frequency and CPU Core voltage, minimizing system noise and power consumption. Users can change the mode in real-time under operating system to suit their needs.

AI Nap
With AI Nap, users can instantly snooze your PC without terminating the tasks. System will continue operating at minimum power and noise when user is temporarily away. It keeps downloading files or running applications in quietest state while you're sleeping. Simply click keyboard or mouse, you can swiftly wake up the system in few seconds.

Asus Crystal Sound
This feature can enhance speech-centric application like Skype, online game, video conference and recording.

Asus Array Mic
The bundled Superbeam Array Microphone receives only the sound coming from the reception cone and ignores the sound coming from other directions. This mechanism eliminates a large number of interferences including neighboring speakers and reverberations. It also uses advanced de-reverberation techniques to reduce echo and minimize its effect on the speech engine. This feature can enhance speech-centric application like Skype, online game, video conference and recording.

Noise Filter
This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.

Fanless Design provides a cool environment without all the baggage
Cooling fans, though a popular thermal solution, also come with noise and malfunction likelihood. Asus Motherboard's fanless concept is specifically created to provide a cool environment without all the baggage. Asus has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most notably the areas that reside the CPU, power, VGA, and chipsets. The heat pipe and heat sinks were tailor made to dissipate heat in the most efficient manner.

Maximizing gaming performance
Asus O.C. Profile
The motherboard features the Asus O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users the freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.

Precision Tweaker
It offers ways to raise system performance inch-by-inch and step-by-step to achieve maximum performance! This is about getting the most out of your machine and taking pride in your customized computer.

• vDIMM: Take control of how much power is going into the memory modules. Asus gives you 15-step voltage control to the DIMM
• vCore: Find out "exactly" how much power your CPU needs. Fine-tune it with 0.0125 volts at a time!
• SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) allows
  • FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 400MHz at 1MHz increment
  • PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 200MHz at 1MHz increment

AI NOS
Applications such as 3D games and video editing demand a huge chunk of system resource. Inject "nitrous oxide" into your CPU! The patented AI NOS (Non-delay Overclocking System) technology intelligently detects system load and automatically boosts performance for the most demanding tasks. Unlike other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS reacts much faster to satisfy your unending need for speeds.

PEG Link
This latest technology, PEG (PCI Express Graphics) Link Mode, is a unique feature that enables users to boost graphics card performance for superior video quality. PEG Link allows users to raise GPU and VGA memory throughput via the motherboard BIOS the same way system bus and memory bus are tweaked. PEG Link Mode enables powerful video performance on DX8 and DX9 applications. Asus engineers carefully fine-tuned the parameters for every single PCI-Express card to provide system stability during high-speed graphics operation.

Asus EZ DIY
Asus Q-Connector
The Asus Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate.

Asus CrashFree BIOS 3
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 EZ Flash 2
EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the pre-defined hotkey to launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.

Asus Music Alarm
Wake up to the music of your choice instead of the irritating sound of an alarm clock. The Asus Music Alarm gives you a personal wake-up call with your favorite CD music even when system is off.

Interface Features

Dual Gigabit LAN
The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network gateway for managing traffic between two separate networks. This capability ensures rapid transfer of data from WAN to LAN without any added arbitration or latency.

High Definition Audio
Enjoy high-end sound system on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing a multi-channel network games. All of these are done on one computer.

SATA on the Go
The M2N-SLI Deluxe supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on external devices.

Dual RAID
The nVIDIA nForce 570 SLI chipsets incorporate six Serial ATA connectors with high performance RAID functions in RAID 0, 1, 0+1, 5 and JBOD. The JMicron JMB363 controller provides another two Serial ATA connectors for RAID 0, 1, and JBOD functions. This motherboard is the ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and data back up protection without the cost of add-on cards.

IEEE 1394a interface
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.

InterVideo Media Launcher
Asus motherboards, intensifying leadership in the IT industry, now bundle the versatile InterVideo Media Launcher. This multifaceted software set includes the latest multimedia software, bringing forth the multimedia features of Asus motherboards to the best!

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.

What's in the Box:
Motherboard, SLI bridge, Asus Q-Connector Kit(USB, 1394, system panel; Retail version only), Asus Array Mic, UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable, Floppy disk drive cable, SATA cables, SATA power cable for 6 devices, 2-port USB2.0 module, IEEE1394a port module, I/O Shield, InterVideo Media Launcher (OEM version only), User's manual.

Customer Reviews

Great Motherboard
Everything went together and powered up the first time without a hitch. The diagnostic tool is very easy to use and the monitor watches CPU, memory and motherboard temp as well as fan(s) speed and isn't at all buggy like the Epoch board I was using. I've never tried overclocking but it looks like there's a lot that can be done with the BIOS in that regard. I'm really glad I picked this board!!

Good mobo
This was part of my most recent build consisting of an X2 5600+, 2G of memory, 7600GT and 500G drive. Assembly was smooth and the instructions are clear and easy to follow. Plug and go basically. I had better luck with the drivers from Nvidia site. Asus's caused several errors that would cease the OS from loading.

Hardware issues with mine:

Neither of the RJ-45 connectors were recognized by the mobo, it's probably some configuration deal but it wasn't easy for me to track down. I used a NIC card in a PCI slot to work-around this. Win XP Pro recognizes it fine.

SATA is not hot swapable. If I re-boot the drive will work but don't un-plug it hot, XP will have fits and hang. Treat it like a PATA and you'll be fine. Probably something in the N-Force chipset...drivers don't cure it. A bit frustrating. Since the swap drive is for back-up, it's easy to do a soft re-boot.

Aside from that, the mobo performance is good. If it were 100% I'd probably rave about it. With two non-critical issues...it is usable.

Fast, Easy and Quiet...
An excellent stable board used with an Athlon X2 4800 and 2 gigs of Crucial ram running Server 2003. Used a Antec Sonata 3 case and an
Asus GF7300GT (no fan) for the quietest computer I've ever built (100's).
It's so quiet, while the O/S was installing, I came back to check on
it and thought damn, what happened....lol...

I've only had one defective Asus motherboard in 100's which I equate
to proper installation procedure (finesse when required) and Asus's
overall quality...

Highly recommended for a stable build.