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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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Software Access Point mode - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFireX™... (continued on the rear panel (SATA-On-The-Go) Marvell® PCIe Gigabit LAN controllers featuring AI NET 2 ASUS WiFi-AP Solo 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11g and backwards compatible with ATI CrossFireX™ support (@ dual x16, triple...the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 4 x PCIe x16 slots with 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b - Refer to www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 ...
Software Access Point mode - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFireX™... (continued on the rear panel (SATA-On-The-Go) Marvell® PCIe Gigabit LAN controllers featuring AI NET 2 ASUS WiFi-AP Solo 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11g and backwards compatible with ATI CrossFireX™ support (@ dual x16, triple...the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 4 x PCIe x16 slots with 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b - Refer to www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 ...
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... from 100 MHz up to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS AI Nap - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - 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...
... from 100 MHz up to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS AI Nap - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - 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...
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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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... version only) 1 x WiFi-AP Solo Antenna (WiFi-AP Ediition Only) Optional fan for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the ... 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 power cable for 2 devices 6 x Serial ATA signal cables...
... version only) 1 x WiFi-AP Solo Antenna (WiFi-AP Ediition Only) Optional fan for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the ... 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 power cable for 2 devices 6 x Serial ATA signal cables...
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...to support Quad-CrossFire™, the most advanced graphics standard that provides higher frame rates for high-speed data retrieval and save. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- ATI CrossFireX™ Technology ATI's CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with native DDR2 1066 support. Multi-VGA ...support This motherboard is supported by some of media files to www.asus. See page 2‑12 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Refer to external devices. Adjust your display...
...to support Quad-CrossFire™, the most advanced graphics standard that provides higher frame rates for high-speed data retrieval and save. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- ATI CrossFireX™ Technology ATI's CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with native DDR2 1066 support. Multi-VGA ...support This motherboard is supported by some of media files to www.asus. See page 2‑12 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Refer to external devices. Adjust your display...
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...at most. The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of critical heat generating components. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the... the overclocking capability. See page 5-31 for details. 8+2 Phase Power Design ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design, with independent power to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- By lowering the memory and system temperatures, the Cool Mempipe contributes...
...at most. The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of critical heat generating components. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the... the overclocking capability. See page 5-31 for details. 8+2 Phase Power Design ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design, with independent power to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- By lowering the memory and system temperatures, the Cool Mempipe contributes...
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...entering the OS. Update your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. See pages 4-33 and 5-9 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Profile that are already installed, as well as those that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ...See page 4-8 for details. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to know which drivers are not....
...entering the OS. Update your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. See pages 4-33 and 5-9 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Profile that are already installed, as well as those that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ...See page 4-8 for details. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to know which drivers are not....
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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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... a standby power LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. M3A32-MVP DELUXE SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power M3A32-MVP DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and...
... a standby power LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. M3A32-MVP DELUXE SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power M3A32-MVP DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and...
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... 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 the chassis ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge...
... 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 the chassis ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge...
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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]; Internal connectors 1. SATA4 [black]) 4. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 9.
.../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]; Internal connectors 1. SATA4 [black]) 4. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 9.
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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; otherwise, the CPU will not ...
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; otherwise, the CPU will not ...
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Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. When the CPU is locked. 6. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Gold triangle Small triangle 5. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. 3.
Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. When the CPU is locked. 6. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Gold triangle Small triangle 5. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. 3.
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Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. 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-
Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. 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-
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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. 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. When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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. 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. 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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Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. The photo shows the fan installed on the motherboard. • Plug the optional fan ...
Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. The photo shows the fan installed on the motherboard. • Plug the optional fan ...
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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.