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...architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM2.0 (continued on the next page) ix M2R32-MVP specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFire™ Storage High Definition Audio LAN IEEE 1394a USB... BIOS features Socket AM2 for two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 hard disks - 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s ...
...architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM2.0 (continued on the next page) ix M2R32-MVP specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFire™ Storage High Definition Audio LAN IEEE 1394a USB... BIOS features Socket AM2 for two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 hard disks - 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s ...
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... Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) allows: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - M2R32-MVP specifications summary ASUS special features Overclocking Rear panel Manageabiity Stack Cool 2 ASUS SATA On-the-Go (External Serial ATA... port on the next page) x AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - DIMM voltage: 12-step DRAM voltage control - Profile: overclocking configuration-sharing tool Precision Tweaker supports: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS...
... Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) allows: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - M2R32-MVP specifications summary ASUS special features Overclocking Rear panel Manageabiity Stack Cool 2 ASUS SATA On-the-Go (External Serial ATA... port on the next page) x AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - DIMM voltage: 12-step DRAM voltage control - Profile: overclocking configuration-sharing tool Precision Tweaker supports: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS...
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...stream while recording. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to 100 meters at 1MHz increment to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s). 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise...easily monitor the condition of critical heat generating components. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that lowers the temperature of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to achieve maximum system performance....
...stream while recording. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to 100 meters at 1MHz increment to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s). 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise...easily monitor the condition of critical heat generating components. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that lowers the temperature of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to achieve maximum system performance....
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... press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS O.C. ASUS M2R32-MVP 1-5 This utility saves users the cost and hassle of plugging in one complete module. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS BIOS Profile that allows users to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient...
... press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS O.C. ASUS M2R32-MVP 1-5 This utility saves users the cost and hassle of plugging in one complete module. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS BIOS Profile that allows users to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient...
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...; is the new feature present in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to open the system chassis and...
...; is the new feature present in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to open the system chassis and...
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ESATA COM1 USBPW12 USBPW34 ® EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR1 CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 ... AM2 LAN_USB34 AUDIO SPDIF_OUT SPDIF_O1 ATX12V USB910 PCIEX16_1 CD PCIEX1_1 USBPW910 AD1988A PCIEX1_2 Marvell 88E8001 PCIEX16_2 M2R32-MVP PCI1 AAFP IE1394_2 PCI2 USB56 USB78 USBPW56 USBPW78 VIA VT6308P SB_PWR PWR_FAN CHA_FAN1 SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 CHASSIS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power iTE CLRTC IT8726F-S 8Mb BIOS FLOPPY PANEL ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-3
ESATA COM1 USBPW12 USBPW34 ® EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR1 CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 ... AM2 LAN_USB34 AUDIO SPDIF_OUT SPDIF_O1 ATX12V USB910 PCIEX16_1 CD PCIEX1_1 USBPW910 AD1988A PCIEX1_2 Marvell 88E8001 PCIEX16_2 M2R32-MVP PCI1 AAFP IE1394_2 PCI2 USB56 USB78 USBPW56 USBPW78 VIA VT6308P SB_PWR PWR_FAN CHA_FAN1 SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 CHASSIS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power iTE CLRTC IT8726F-S 8Mb BIOS FLOPPY PANEL ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-3
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Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-15 Make sure to the card. Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5. Turn on the next page. ...3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 ...
Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-15 Make sure to the card. Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5. Turn on the next page. ...3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 ...
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...on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 4. ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-19 Remove the onboard battery. 3. Reinstall the battery. 5. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® CLRTC M2R32-MVP M2R32-MVP Clear RTC RAM 12 Normal (Default) 23 Clear CMOS You do not need to clear ...Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset ...
...on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 4. ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-19 Remove the onboard battery. 3. Reinstall the battery. 5. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® CLRTC M2R32-MVP M2R32-MVP Clear RTC RAM 12 Normal (Default) 23 Clear CMOS You do not need to clear ...Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset ...
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Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). KBPWR1 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB ® M2R32-MVP M2R32-MVP Keyboard power setting ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-21 3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1) This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). KBPWR1 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB ® M2R32-MVP M2R32-MVP Keyboard power setting ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-21 3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1) This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
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...• Hard disk drive activity This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. M2R32-MVP System panel connector • System power LED This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED....system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the... for the system power LED. PWR Ground Reset Ground M2R32-MVP IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. PLED SPEAKER PANEL PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker ® IDE_LED+ IDE_LED...
...• Hard disk drive activity This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. M2R32-MVP System panel connector • System power LED This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED....system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the... for the system power LED. PWR Ground Reset Ground M2R32-MVP IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. PLED SPEAKER PANEL PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker ® IDE_LED+ IDE_LED...
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... the power-on the devices in the following order: a. Turn on self tests or POST. External SCSI devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up for assistance. For systems with the last device on , hold down the key to enter the...test. Monitor b. AMI BIOS beep codes Beep Description One beep Two continuous beeps followed by two short beeps Two continuous beeps followed by four short beeps Error Keyboard controller error Refresh Time error No master drive detected Floppy controller failure Hardware component failure 7. ASUS M2R32-MVP 3-1 3.1 Starting up ...
... the power-on the devices in the following order: a. Turn on self tests or POST. External SCSI devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up for assistance. For systems with the last device on , hold down the key to enter the...test. Monitor b. AMI BIOS beep codes Beep Description One beep Two continuous beeps followed by two short beeps Two continuous beeps followed by four short beeps Error Keyboard controller error Refresh Time error No master drive detected Floppy controller failure Hardware component failure 7. ASUS M2R32-MVP 3-1 3.1 Starting up ...
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... are using Windows® 2000: 1. Pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the S t a r t button then select T u r n O f f C o m p u t e r . 2. Click the T u r n O ... pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. 3-2 Chapter 3: Powering up The power supply should turn off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you ...
... are using Windows® 2000: 1. Pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the S t a r t button then select T u r n O f f C o m p u t e r . 2. Click the T u r n O ... pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. 3-2 Chapter 3: Powering up The power supply should turn off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you ...
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... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 4-9 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-11 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-12 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-12 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-12 4.2.4 Menu items 4-13 4.2.5 Sub-menu...
... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 4-9 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-11 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-12 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-12 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-12 4.2.4 Menu items 4-13 4.2.5 Sub-menu...
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...information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ix Optional documentation Your product package may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added.... Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install ATI CrossFire™ graphics cards. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: ...
...information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ix Optional documentation Your product package may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added.... Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install ATI CrossFire™ graphics cards. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: ...
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M2R32-MVP specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFire™ Storage High Definition Audio LAN IEEE 1394a USB BIOS features Socket AM2 for two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 hard disks - 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s hard disks with RAID 0, RAID 1, ...; SB600 2000/1600 MT/s Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM2.0 (continued on the rear panel Marvell® 88E8001 Gigabit LAN controller, featuring AI NET2 VIA VT6308P controller supports: - 1 x IEEE 1394a...
M2R32-MVP specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFire™ Storage High Definition Audio LAN IEEE 1394a USB BIOS features Socket AM2 for two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 hard disks - 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s hard disks with RAID 0, RAID 1, ...; SB600 2000/1600 MT/s Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM2.0 (continued on the rear panel Marvell® 88E8001 Gigabit LAN controller, featuring AI NET2 VIA VT6308P controller supports: - 1 x IEEE 1394a...
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...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Profile: overclocking configuration-sharing tool Precision Tweaker supports: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - AI Clock Skew ASUS O.C. PCI Express frequency tuning from 200 MHz to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Q-Fan2 Technology Intelligent overclocking tools: - DIMM voltage: 12-step DRAM voltage control - ASUS...Selection(SFS) allows: - M2R32-MVP specifications summary ASUS special features Overclocking Rear panel Manageabiity Stack Cool 2 ASUS SATA On-the-Go (...
...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Profile: overclocking configuration-sharing tool Precision Tweaker supports: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - AI Clock Skew ASUS O.C. PCI Express frequency tuning from 200 MHz to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Q-Fan2 Technology Intelligent overclocking tools: - DIMM voltage: 12-step DRAM voltage control - ASUS...Selection(SFS) allows: - M2R32-MVP specifications summary ASUS special features Overclocking Rear panel Manageabiity Stack Cool 2 ASUS SATA On-the-Go (...
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...can easily monitor the condition of critical heat generating components. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you to .... See page 4-19 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s). The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board...
...can easily monitor the condition of critical heat generating components. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you to .... See page 4-19 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s). The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board...
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... operation. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of buying a replacement BIOS chip. ASUS M2R32-MVP 1-5 Update your choice from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to select the language of your BIOS easily without entering the OS. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster configuration. See page 4-36 for details...
... operation. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of buying a replacement BIOS chip. ASUS M2R32-MVP 1-5 Update your choice from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to select the language of your BIOS easily without entering the OS. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster configuration. See page 4-36 for details...
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... C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable and animated boot logos. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU ...default setting for each parameter. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS My Logo2™ ...
... C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable and animated boot logos. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU ...default setting for each parameter. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS My Logo2™ ...
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ESATA COM1 USBPW12 USBPW34 ® EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR1 CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 ... AM2 LAN_USB34 AUDIO SPDIF_OUT SPDIF_O1 ATX12V USB910 PCIEX16_1 CD PCIEX1_1 USBPW910 AD1988A PCIEX1_2 Marvell 88E8001 PCIEX16_2 M2R32-MVP PCI1 AAFP IE1394_2 PCI2 USB56 USB78 USBPW56 USBPW78 VIA VT6308P SB_PWR PWR_FAN CHA_FAN1 SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 CHASSIS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power iTE CLRTC IT8726F-S 8Mb BIOS FLOPPY PANEL ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-3
ESATA COM1 USBPW12 USBPW34 ® EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR1 CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 ... AM2 LAN_USB34 AUDIO SPDIF_OUT SPDIF_O1 ATX12V USB910 PCIEX16_1 CD PCIEX1_1 USBPW910 AD1988A PCIEX1_2 Marvell 88E8001 PCIEX16_2 M2R32-MVP PCI1 AAFP IE1394_2 PCI2 USB56 USB78 USBPW56 USBPW78 VIA VT6308P SB_PWR PWR_FAN CHA_FAN1 SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 CHASSIS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power iTE CLRTC IT8726F-S 8Mb BIOS FLOPPY PANEL ASUS M2R32-MVP 2-3