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......iii Notices...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 information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU...
......iii Notices...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 information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU...
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Before you for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents ...the above items is damaged or missing, contact your 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 ...
Before you for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents ...the above items is damaged or missing, contact your 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 ...
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... that provides higher frame rates for superb graphics performance. com for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. PCIe 2.0 support This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for the supported CPU models. See page 2-22 for details. See pages 2-26 and 2-29 for...22 for details. DDR2 1066 is supported by some of media files to www.asus. See page 2‑12 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard disk drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA)...
... that provides higher frame rates for superb graphics performance. com for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. PCIe 2.0 support This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for the supported CPU models. See page 2-22 for details. See pages 2-26 and 2-29 for...22 for details. DDR2 1066 is supported by some of media files to www.asus. See page 2‑12 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard disk drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA)...
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...overclocking modes. AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you to choose from profiles to suit your needs. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. By lowering the memory and system temperatures,... consumption at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. You can continue running at most. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. To wake the system and return to a stable computing environment...
...overclocking modes. AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you to choose from profiles to suit your needs. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. By lowering the memory and system temperatures,... consumption at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. You can continue running at most. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. To wake the system and return to a stable computing environment...
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... chassis front panel cables to install. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can easily monitor the critical components of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the computer. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- ASUS O.C. See pages 4-5 and 4-36 for details. When...
... chassis front panel cables to install. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can easily monitor the critical components of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the computer. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- ASUS O.C. See pages 4-5 and 4-36 for details. When...
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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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The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. M3A32-MVP DELUXE SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power M3A32-MVP DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in the bag that came ...
The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. M3A32-MVP DELUXE SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power M3A32-MVP DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in the bag that came ...
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...® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information The edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the... configuration of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it . Make sure to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place ...
...® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information The edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the... configuration of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it . Make sure to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place ...
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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,240-pin module) EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) WFG (WiFi-AP Edition only) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN SPDIF_O12...
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,240-pin module) EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) WFG (WiFi-AP Edition only) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN SPDIF_O12...
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...186; angle; Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90º angle. M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU Socket AM2+/AM2 2. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM2+/AM2 socket designed for AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom X4 ...AMD Opteron processor. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information otherwise, the CPU will not fit in only one correct orientation....
...186; angle; Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90º angle. M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU Socket AM2+/AM2 2. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM2+/AM2 socket designed for AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom X4 ...AMD Opteron processor. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information otherwise, the CPU will not fit in only one correct orientation....
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CPU_FAN ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information 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 the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information M3A32-MVP DELUXE GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM 5.
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ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. The photo shows the fan installed on the motherboard. ...• Plug the optional fan cable to the CHA_FAN1/2 connector on the motherboard. • Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the grooved ...
ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. The photo shows the fan installed on the motherboard. ...• Plug the optional fan cable to the CHA_FAN1/2 connector on the motherboard. • Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the grooved ...
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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.
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Populated Populated Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 (black) DIMM_B1 (yellow) - The system maps the total size of 128 Mb chips. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-13 Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 (black) - - - Populated • You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB ... - - - For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS...
Populated Populated Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 (black) DIMM_B1 (yellow) - The system maps the total size of 128 Mb chips. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-13 Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 (black) - - - Populated • You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB ... - - - For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS...
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...; C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB ...Heat-Sink Package DS NT5TU64M8BE-25C SS NT5TU64M8BE-25C DS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 SS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 DS N2TU51280BE-25C DS Part No. M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667/533MHz QVL. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
...; C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB ...Heat-Sink Package DS NT5TU64M8BE-25C SS NT5TU64M8BE-25C DS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 SS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 DS N2TU51280BE-25C DS Part No. M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667/533MHz QVL. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
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M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 256MB 256MB 2048MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB ...8226; ••• •• •• •• ••• ••• ••• ••• • • ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-15 SS/ DS D6408TEBGGL3U SS HYB18T256800AF3S SS 6SBI2D9DCG SS E1108AB-6E-E DS HYB18T512160BF-3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S DS K4T51163QC-ZCE6 SS ZCE6K4T51083QC SS...
M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 256MB 256MB 2048MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB ...8226; ••• •• •• •• ••• ••• ••• ••• • • ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-15 SS/ DS D6408TEBGGL3U SS HYB18T256800AF3S SS 6SBI2D9DCG SS E1108AB-6E-E DS HYB18T512160BF-3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S DS K4T51163QC-ZCE6 SS ZCE6K4T51083QC SS...
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M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 512MB 512MB ...
M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 512MB 512MB ...
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... insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to the DDR2 ... into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-17 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. The DIMM might get damaged...
... insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to the DDR2 ... into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-17 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. The DIMM might get damaged...
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... - - - PCIE x16_3 shared shared shared shared - - - - USB 1.0 controller 2 - - - USB 1.0 controller 3 - - - ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-21 USB 1.0 controller 1 - - - Onboard SATA - - - - Redirect to IRQ#9 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 ...11 6 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* 12 7 Reserved 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE x16_1 shared shared shared shared - - - - shared - - shared - - - - PCIE x16_2 shared...
... - - - PCIE x16_3 shared shared shared shared - - - - USB 1.0 controller 2 - - - USB 1.0 controller 3 - - - ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-21 USB 1.0 controller 1 - - - Onboard SATA - - - - Redirect to IRQ#9 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 ...11 6 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* 12 7 Reserved 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE x16_1 shared shared shared shared - - - - shared - - shared - - - - PCIE x16_2 shared...