Advantages: HDTV output, supports AMDs Cool 'n' Quiet Disadvantages: Only one lan
The ASUS M2NPV-VM Motherboard for AMD single-core Athlon 64/ Sempron and Dual-core Athlon 64 X2/ Athlon FX processors using socket AM2 is very user friendly, I went with AMDs 64 x2 3800+ processor in the beginning then moved up to 4200+ 2Gb Ram without any hassle, very easy to setup and fits easily in a standard ATX case. A possible downside to the board is that it has a limited number of slots due to being a microATX sized board. That's not a big deal for me as the only two cards I'll be buying in the future is Graphics and a extra Lan card.
Board Layout
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>In the upper right hand corner of the motherboard are the ATX 24 pin power connector, Floppy disk connector, Game/Midi port connector and four DDR2 slots. These DDR2 slots support a maximum memory capacity of 8GB and the frequencies supported is DDR2-800MHz/667 ...
Advantages: High performance, Low cost, Disadvantages: Support Up to 4 Gb of RAM
Asus is a trusted Motherboard manufacturer. It is known for producing reliable, cheap and good performance motherboard.
I have recently configured a New Desktop having an ASUS N73-AM motherboard installed on it. I have checked the PC for different environment like Gaming, Programming, General surfing etc. I find it a Good Performer and graphics is also ok.
The main features of this motherboard are:
-Supports Intel 45 nm multi-core processors(bothe core 2 duo and quard)
- FSB 1333/1066/800/533 MHz (1333 Mhz for faster data transfer)
- DDR2 800(OC)/667/533 (Up to 800 Mhz Fsb for great performance)
- NVIDIA GeForce 7050 / nForce 610i
- Integrated NVIDIA CineFX 3.0 graphics(Good for Gaming)
- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s with RAID function (Faster data Access)
- 8-channel High Definition Audio(Connect 8 channels at a time..Parallel 3 ...
Advantages: cheap, stable and responsive, easy installation and runs right off the box Disadvantages: hot chipset
detailed digital copy of the manual and other instructions materials that can be found in the cd driver. All in all, the user manual plus the different intruction materials in the the cd driver will give one a fair understanding of the workings of the motherboard.
The Motherboard
The thing that I immediately noticed with this motherboard is its single bridge configuration. Most motherboards have two bridges: the north and south bridge. This is so because most chipsets come in pairs. In the case of the AM2NF6G-VSTA, there is no need to have two bridges because it is built around the NVDIA GF6100-405 chipset, which, according to what I read in the net, is a single chipset solution. With only one chipset positioned in the usual place of the south bridge, the area around the processor socket is not as cramped as one would expect of a microATX ...
1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45
1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 6 PIN FireWire
1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5mm
1 x audio - line-In - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
1 x audio - line-out (side surround) - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
1 x audio - line-out (rear) - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
1 x audio - line-out (centre/subwoofer) - mini-phone 3.5mm
1 x audio - line-out - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
Additional Connectors (Optional)
4 x Hi-Speed USB, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
Miscellaneous
Cables Included
1 x IDE cable
1 x floppy cable
1 x Serial ATA cable
Software Included
Norton Internet Security, @BIOS, Xpress Recovery 2
Works with Windows Vista
Software and devices that carry the Works with Windows Vista logo have been tested for baseline compatibility with PC's running.
Compliant Standards
RoHS
Manufacturer's product description
Powered by the innovative NVIDIA GeForce 6100 GPU and nForce430 MCP, GA-K8N51GMF-9-RH provides unparalleled graphics features and cutting-edge security in a low profile case. The NVIDIA GeForce 6100 GPU delivers ultra-realistic graphics effects, unmatched multimedia functionality, and the performance you expect for an incredible PC experience. The advanced NVIDIA nForce430 MCP delivers cutting-edge technology such as ActiveArmor firewall, RAID and MediaShield storage, Gigabit Ethernet, and SATA 3Gb/s to this platform. Coupled with the remarkable performance available from AMD Athlon64 technology and the board's extensive functionality, GA-K8N51GMF-9-RH delivers best value to desktop platform in home & office environments.
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