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...viii Safety information ix About this guide x M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware...12 2.4.2 Memory configurations 2-13 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 2-17 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-17 2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe 2-18 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card 2-20 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 2-...
...viii Safety information ix About this guide x M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware...12 2.4.2 Memory configurations 2-13 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 2-17 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-17 2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe 2-18 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card 2-20 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 2-...
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...® PCIe Gigabit LAN controllers featuring AI NET 2 ASUS WiFi-AP Solo 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11g and backwards compatible with 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b - Software Access Point mode - Supports up to 5200 MT/s; M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots...- 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors support RAID 0 and RAID1 - 1 x External SATA 3.0 Gb/s on the next page) xi Refer to www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 1066*/800/667/533 MHz memory modules -
...® PCIe Gigabit LAN controllers featuring AI NET 2 ASUS WiFi-AP Solo 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11g and backwards compatible with 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b - Software Access Point mode - Supports up to 5200 MT/s; M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots...- 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors support RAID 0 and RAID1 - 1 x External SATA 3.0 Gb/s on the next page) xi Refer to www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 1066*/800/667/533 MHz memory modules -
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... I/O 2 x IEEE 1394a connectors (1 at mid-board; 1 on the rear panel) 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 at 0.0125V increment - ASUS AI Gear 2 - Profile - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary High Definition audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ADI® AD1988B 8-channel High Definition audio CODEC - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage...
... I/O 2 x IEEE 1394a connectors (1 at mid-board; 1 on the rear panel) 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 at 0.0125V increment - ASUS AI Gear 2 - Profile - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary High Definition audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ADI® AD1988B 8-channel High Definition audio CODEC - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage...
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M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 1 x External ...) 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS AI Suite ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update AI Booster Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm...
M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 1 x External ...) 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS AI Suite ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update AI Booster Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm...
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... motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1 x Multi-functional module (1-port IEEE 1394a module and 2-port USB 2.0 module) ASUS CrossFire™ bridge cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on...
... motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1 x Multi-functional module (1-port IEEE 1394a module and 2-port USB 2.0 module) ASUS CrossFire™ bridge cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on...
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...™ boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to external devices. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth to www.asus. See page 2-22 for details. Refer to increase memory computing efficiency, enhancing system performance in 3D graphics and other...
...™ boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to external devices. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth to www.asus. See page 2-22 for details. Refer to increase memory computing efficiency, enhancing system performance in 3D graphics and other...
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... vCore voltage, minimizing system noise and saving CPU power consumption at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of memory modules on the printed circuit board (PCB) to vital components, ultimately enhances...Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- ASUS Cool Mempipe (WiFi-AP Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. See page 5-31 for details. 8+2 Phase ...
... vCore voltage, minimizing system noise and saving CPU power consumption at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of memory modules on the printed circuit board (PCB) to vital components, ultimately enhances...Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- ASUS Cool Mempipe (WiFi-AP Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. See page 5-31 for details. 8+2 Phase ...
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... allows you to the motherboard. See page 4-37 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- making it against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to know which drivers are not. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis ...256-color boot logo for details. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using ASUS PC Probe II, you can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to restore corrupted BIOS data from...
... allows you to the motherboard. See page 4-37 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- making it against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to know which drivers are not. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis ...256-color boot logo for details. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using ASUS PC Probe II, you can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to restore corrupted BIOS data from...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-25 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-25 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series
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... precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. M3A32-MVP DELUXE SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power M3A32-MVP DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- This is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely...
... precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. M3A32-MVP DELUXE SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power M3A32-MVP DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- This is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely...
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... chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Doing so can cause you place it . Do not overtighten the screws! Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or...
... chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Doing so can cause you place it . Do not overtighten the screws! Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or...
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ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Socket AM2+/AM2 M3A32-MVP DELUXE DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,...
ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Socket AM2+/AM2 M3A32-MVP DELUXE DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,...
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.../soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) Page 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-31 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-34 2-35 2-36 2-36 2-37 2-38 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- AMD® SB600 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red]; USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78; CPU, chassis, power, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin...
.../soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) Page 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-31 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-34 2-35 2-36 2-36 2-37 2-38 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- AMD® SB600 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red]; USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78; CPU, chassis, power, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin...
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DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle. M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU Socket AM2+/AM2 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90º angle; Make sure you use a CPU ...
DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle. M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU Socket AM2+/AM2 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90º angle; Make sure you use a CPU ...
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Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- When the CPU is locked. 6. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3.
Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- When the CPU is locked. 6. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3.
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2. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base.
2. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base.
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Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! M3A32-MVP DELUXE GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM 5. CPU_FAN ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information
Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! M3A32-MVP DELUXE GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM 5. CPU_FAN ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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2.3.3 Installing the optional fans Install the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water cooler. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. The photo shows the fan installed on ...
2.3.3 Installing the optional fans Install the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water cooler. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. The photo shows the fan installed on ...
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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M3A32-MVP DELUXE DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M3A32-MVP DELUXE DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.