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... Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3A specifications summary xi 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 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-6 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 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the...
... Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3A specifications summary xi 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 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-6 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 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the...
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...) Support CD contents Drivers ASUS Gear 2 ASUS AI Nap ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to 600 MHz at 1 MHz increment - xii M3A specifications summary Other features ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS exclusive overclocking features Intelligent overclocking tools: - Memory tuning...
...) Support CD contents Drivers ASUS Gear 2 ASUS AI Nap ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to 600 MHz at 1 MHz increment - xii M3A specifications summary Other features ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS exclusive overclocking features Intelligent overclocking tools: - Memory tuning...
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...is designed to support up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on 64-bit architecture. HyperTransport™ 3.0 support HyperTransport™ 3.0 ...X2 / Athlon™ 64 X2 / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 ...
...is designed to support up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on 64-bit architecture. HyperTransport™ 3.0 support HyperTransport™ 3.0 ...X2 / Athlon™ 64 X2 / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 ...
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... CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in... vCore voltage, minimizing system noise and saving 50% power consumption at most. 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. You can continue running at minimum power and noise when you to choose...
... CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in... vCore voltage, minimizing system noise and saving 50% power consumption at most. 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. You can continue running at minimum power and noise when you to choose...
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... and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to achieve maximum system performance. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to fine tune...
... and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to achieve maximum system performance. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to fine tune...
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...) for further explanation: http://support.asus.com/faq/faq. Important notice on installing Windows® XP 32-bit version If you install Windows® XP 32-bit version Operating System (OS), the limitation of memory space for better overclocking capability. • For dual-channel ...GB system memory if you may install a maximum of manipulating this issue: http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/4GB_Rev1.pdf http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-016594.htm This motherboard can support 8 GB physical memory on the operating systems listed below for dual channel...
...) for further explanation: http://support.asus.com/faq/faq. Important notice on installing Windows® XP 32-bit version If you install Windows® XP 32-bit version Operating System (OS), the limitation of memory space for better overclocking capability. • For dual-channel ...GB system memory if you may install a maximum of manipulating this issue: http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/4GB_Rev1.pdf http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-016594.htm This motherboard can support 8 GB physical memory on the operating systems listed below for dual channel...
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2.6 Jumper 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. ... system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M3A 2-19 You must turn ON the computer. 6. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to pins 1-2.... onboard battery. 3. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking.
2.6 Jumper 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. ... system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M3A 2-19 You must turn ON the computer. 6. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to pins 1-2.... onboard battery. 3. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking.
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...items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to individually set overclocking parameters. Loads the standard settings for the system. Take caution when changing the settings of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Standard Allows you to be auto-adjusted... the relevant parameters will be stable. Loads the optimal settings for the system.performance. AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to the default. ASUS M3A 4-17 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration AI NET 2 CPU...
...items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to individually set overclocking parameters. Loads the standard settings for the system. Take caution when changing the settings of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Standard Allows you to be auto-adjusted... the relevant parameters will be stable. Loads the optimal settings for the system.performance. AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to the default. ASUS M3A 4-17 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration AI NET 2 CPU...
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... MHz] [200 MHz] 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] • The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to adjust the PCIE frequency. You can also type the desired PCIE frequency using the numeric keypad. Refer to the system bus and PCI...clock generator to the table below for the following item vary depending on the CPU you install on the motherboard. The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to 150. The values range from 200 to adjust the FSB frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] ...
... MHz] [200 MHz] 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] • The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to adjust the PCIE frequency. You can also type the desired PCIE frequency using the numeric keypad. Refer to the system bus and PCI...clock generator to the table below for the following item vary depending on the CPU you install on the motherboard. The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to 150. The values range from 200 to adjust the FSB frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] ...
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... MHz] ASUS M3A 4-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.8000V] [0.8250V] [0.8500V] ~ [1.6500V] [1.6750V] [1.7000V] Refer to [Manual] and [Standard]. The following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. Configuration ...options: [Auto] [1.30V] [1.35V] [1.40V] DRAM Timing Configuration This sub-menu allows selection of the Processor Voltage. Processor Voltage [Auto] Allows selection of the DRAM Timing Configuration. Memory Clock Mode [Auto] Allows selection of the following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking...
... MHz] ASUS M3A 4-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.8000V] [0.8250V] [0.8500V] ~ [1.6500V] [1.6750V] [1.7000V] Refer to [Manual] and [Standard]. The following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. Configuration ...options: [Auto] [1.30V] [1.35V] [1.40V] DRAM Timing Configuration This sub-menu allows selection of the Processor Voltage. Processor Voltage [Auto] Allows selection of the DRAM Timing Configuration. Memory Clock Mode [Auto] Allows selection of the following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking...