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... ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Copies of these licenses are used only for backup purposes, without the express written permission of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or ...extent permitted by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii All Rights Reserved. The source code will not be...
... ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Copies of these licenses are used only for backup purposes, without the express written permission of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or ...extent permitted by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii All Rights Reserved. The source code will not be...
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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi PRIME A320M-A specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 System memory 1-9 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 EZ Mode...2-2 Advanced Mode 2-3 Exit menu...2-4 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi PRIME A320M-A specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 System memory 1-9 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 EZ Mode...2-2 Advanced Mode 2-3 Exit menu...2-4 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
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... all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you are connected. iv If possible, disconnect all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are using, contact your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard...
... all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you are connected. iv If possible, disconnect all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are using, contact your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard...
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... following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS PRIME A320M-A motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual If any of 2048 MB AMD Ryzen™ processors: 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. @x16 mode) AMD 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ processors: 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. @x8 mode) AMD A320 Chipset: 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC 887-VD2 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC * Use a chassis with maximum...
... following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS PRIME A320M-A motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual If any of 2048 MB AMD Ryzen™ processors: 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. @x16 mode) AMD 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ processors: 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. @x8 mode) AMD A320 Chipset: 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC 887-VD2 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC * Use a chassis with maximum...
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... 1 ports (4 ports at back panel) AMD A320 Chipset: - 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports ( 2 ports at mid-board) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports ( 2 ports at back panel, 4 ports at mid-board) Dependable Stability ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - PRIME A320M-A specifications summary Storage USB ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution AMD A320 Chipset - 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 support AMD Ryzen™ processors: - 1 x M.2 socket 3 with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support* *When a SATA / PCIe mode M.2 device is installed, the...
... 1 ports (4 ports at back panel) AMD A320 Chipset: - 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports ( 2 ports at mid-board) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports ( 2 ports at back panel, 4 ports at mid-board) Dependable Stability ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - PRIME A320M-A specifications summary Storage USB ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution AMD A320 Chipset - 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 support AMD Ryzen™ processors: - 1 x M.2 socket 3 with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support* *When a SATA / PCIe mode M.2 device is installed, the...
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... USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x M.2 socket 3 for M Key and type 2242/2260/2280 devices 6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x CPU Fan connector 1 x Chassis Fan connector (Support DC & PWM mode) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 2-pin Clear CMOS header 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x 14-1 pin TPM header 1 x Speaker connector 1 x System panel connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS...
... USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x M.2 socket 3 for M Key and type 2242/2260/2280 devices 6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x CPU Fan connector 1 x Chassis Fan connector (Support DC & PWM mode) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 2-pin Clear CMOS header 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x 14-1 pin TPM header 1 x Speaker connector 1 x System panel connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS...
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... SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_4 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 6 Scan the QR code to get the detailed pin definitions. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to do so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-1
... SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_4 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 6 Scan the QR code to get the detailed pin definitions. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to do so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-1
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... to the specifications summary table for details. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you are for ATX power supply plugs. M.2(SOCKET3) • This M.2 socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • Due to CPU limitation, M.2 socket supported varies by processor.Refer to fit these DIMM sockets. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to install additional devices. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you intend to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! asus.com...
... to the specifications summary table for details. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you are for ATX power supply plugs. M.2(SOCKET3) • This M.2 socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • Due to CPU limitation, M.2 socket supported varies by processor.Refer to fit these DIMM sockets. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to install additional devices. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you intend to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! asus.com...
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... not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to the USB connectors. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system chassis. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and support up to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-3
... not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to the USB connectors. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system chassis. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and support up to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-3
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... cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots that support PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that complies with the PCI Express specifications...
... cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots that support PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that complies with the PCI Express specifications...
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... 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-5 This port is for data storage. • Due to the design of AMD AM4 series chipset, all USB devices connected to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices. • USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can only be used for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. This 15-pin port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 5. This port allows Gigabit connection to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are...
... 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-5 This port is for data storage. • Due to the design of AMD AM4 series chipset, all USB devices connected to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices. • USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can only be used for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. This 15-pin port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 5. This port allows Gigabit connection to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are...
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Microphone port (pink). DVI-D port. PS/2 keyboard (purple) port. This port connects to a microphone. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for any DVI-D compatible device. This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. HDMI port. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. 7. DVI-D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is for...
Microphone port (pink). DVI-D port. PS/2 keyboard (purple) port. This port connects to a microphone. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for any DVI-D compatible device. This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. HDMI port. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. 7. DVI-D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is for...
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... socket has a different pinout from the FM2+/FM2 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing the CPU. ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-7 Installing the CPU 1 2 3 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! Ensure that you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Unplug all power cables before you use a CPU designed for AMD...
... socket has a different pinout from the FM2+/FM2 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing the CPU. ASUS PRIME A320M-A 1-7 Installing the CPU 1 2 3 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! Ensure that you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Unplug all power cables before you use a CPU designed for AMD...
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... install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. System memory Overview This motherboard comes with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Recommended memory configuration 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction The figure illustrates the location of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration...
... install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. System memory Overview This motherboard comes with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Recommended memory configuration 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction The figure illustrates the location of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration...
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... or , POST continues with its parameters. If you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to change between the two modes. 2-1 ASUS PRIME A320M-A
... or , POST continues with its parameters. If you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to change between the two modes. 2-1 ASUS PRIME A320M-A
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...Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU Fan's speed Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Shows the bootable devices Displays the Advanced mode menus Saves the changes and resets the system Search on FAQ Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. EZ Mode...
...Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU Fan's speed Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Shows the bootable devices Displays the Advanced mode menus Saves the changes and resets the system Search on FAQ Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. EZ Mode...
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Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . MyFavorite Language Menu bar Q-Fan control Hot Keys Sub-menu items General help Menu items Configuration fields Popup window Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Search on FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-3 ASUS PRIME A320M-A The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode.
Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . MyFavorite Language Menu bar Q-Fan control Hot Keys Sub-menu items General help Menu items Configuration fields Popup window Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Search on FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-3 ASUS PRIME A320M-A The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode.
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... the Setup program without saving your changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you are saved. Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from the Exit menu to ensure the values you to load the optimal default values for each of the available USB devices. Save Changes & Reset Once...
... the Setup program without saving your changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you are saved. Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from the Exit menu to ensure the values you to load the optimal default values for each of the available USB devices. Save Changes & Reset Once...
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... equipment. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with Part 15 of the...
... equipment. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with Part 15 of the...
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... or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); You may not use this file except in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for detailed recycling information in different regions. A-3 ASUS PRIME A320M-A DO NOT throw the motherboard in compliance with the REACH...
... or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); You may not use this file except in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for detailed recycling information in different regions. A-3 ASUS PRIME A320M-A DO NOT throw the motherboard in compliance with the REACH...