| New AI SLi
Selector
AI Selector enables easy swiching between single-GPU and dual-GPU
(SLi Mode) modes by simply clicking on the mouse under Windows operating
system. It begins the era of electronic SLI switch, allowing users
to enjoy both SLI and non-SLI applications with ease.
Dual-PCI Express slots for AMD64 platform.
Representing motherboard engineering at its best, the performance
of the A8N-SLI Premium is not for the faint of heart. Leveraging
the NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) technology, this motherboard
supports two PCI-Express cards to provide extreme graphics performance.
In addition, ASUS offers numerous innovative overclocking features
to boost the performance beyond conventional limitations. Whether
it is overclocking the system automaticall with AI NOS, or fine
tuning it with Precision Tweaker, you can now run the lastest graphic-intensive
3D games without a glitch. Don't worry, the A8N-SLI Premium is definitely
good enough for you, the question ism are you game enough for the
A8N-SLI Premium.
Supports AMD Socket 939 Athlon 64FX/Athlon 64/Athlon 64
X2 Dual-Core
A8N-SLI Premium supports AMD 939-pin Athlon 64 FX/ Athlon 64 processors
with 1MB/512KB L2 cache which is based on 64-bit architecture. It
features 2000/1600 MT/s HyperTransport Bus and dual-channel un-buffered
DDR400 memory support. Currently, it also supports AMD Athlon 64
X2 CPU.
AI Cool-Pipe
It's no longer either quiet operation or low system temperature.
The A8N-SLI Premium, with AI Cool Pipe, lets you have the best of
both worlds. This unique heat pipe design provides heat dissipation
performance comparable to that of cooling fans without the annoying
rotation noise.
NVIDIA nForce4 SLI MCP
NVIDIA SLI technology revolutionizes PC performance by combining
multiple PCI Express GPUs in a single and scalable system! Gamers
and hardcore enthusiasts know that dual GPUs mean increased, supercharged
3D graphics and performance.
PCI Express Architecture
PCI Express is the latest I/O interconnect technology that will
replace the existing PCI. With a bus bandwidth 4 times higher than
that of AGP 8X interface, PCI Express x16 bus performs much better
in applications such as 3D gaming. The PCI Express x1 interface
creates new usages on desktop PCs e.g., TV tuner, 1394b, and high-speed
RAID systems.
SATA 3Gb/s
A8N-SLI supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new
SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. Furthermore, the chipset has two
dedicated SATA controllers delivering more scalable performance
and doubles the bus bandwidth for fast hard drive data retrieval
and saves.
Dual RAID
The nForce4 chipset incorporated four Serial ATA and two parallel
connectors with high performance RAID functions in RAID 0, RAID
1, RAID 0+1 and JBOD. The Silicon Image controller provides another
four Serial ATA connectors for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID
5 functions. The A8N-SLI Premium is the ideal solution to enhance
hard disk performance and data back up protection without the cost
of add-on cards.
Dual Gigabit LAN & AI NET2
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.
ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects cable connection the second you turn
on the system, and any faulty connections are reported back up to
100 meters at 1 meter accuracy.
NV Firewall
NV ActiveArmor enhances network security while delivers the highest
system performance by offloading CPU-intensive packet filtering
tasks in hardware. NV Firewall provides professional-grade traffic
inspection capabilities, instanton protection, advanced management
features and is easy to use and setup via a user friendly wizard.
AI NOS
Boost performance when you need it the most!
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.
AI Audio (8-channel Audio)
A8N-SLI has eight channels of audio output with Coaxial and optical
S/PDIF connector designed to maximize your auditory experience.
AI Audio also provides "Jack Sensing" and "UAJ"
functions. "Jack Sensing" automatically detects and notifies
user of any inappropriate connection. "UAJ" function enables
both input and output functions each jacks, thus eliminates the
confusion of Line-in, Line-out and Mic jacks once and for all!
AI Audio (8-channel Audio)
A8N-SLI has eight channels of audio output with Coaxial and optical
S/PDIF connector designed to maximize your auditory experience.
AI Audio also provides "Jack Sensing" and "UAJ"
functions. "Jack Sensing" automatically detects and notifies
user of any inappropriate connection. "UAJ" function enables
both input and output functions each jacks, thus eliminates the
confusion of Line-in, Line-out and Mic jacks once and for all!
ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis
fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and
efficient operation.
IEEE 1394 interface
IEEE 1394 interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video
appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders,
storage peripherals & other PC portable devices.
Max. 10 USB 2.0 ports supports
USB 2.0 is the latest connectivity standard for next generation
components and peripherals.
Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers
transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480Mb/s, for easy connectivity
and ultra-fast data transfers.
Multi-language BIOS
The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your
choice from the available options. The localized BIOS setup menu
helps you configure your system easier and faster.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS2
The CrashFree BIOS2 feature now includes the BIOS auto-recovery
function in a support CD.
Users can reboot their system through the support CD when a bootable
disk is not available,
and go through the simple BIOS auto-recovery process.
ASUS motherboards now enable users to enjoy this protection feature
without the need to pay for an optional ROM.
S/PDIF-out on Back I/O Port
This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home
theater audio systems via an optical or coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS
Digital Interface) jack. It allows to transfer digital audio without
converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.
To utilize nVidia's SLI Technology, two VGA cards of the
same Model from the same Manufacturer must be used.
Click here for SLI
Multi-GPU Ready Video Cards |
