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1.1 Welcome! Before you for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 ... 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 power cable for Water-Cooling or Passive-cooling only...
1.1 Welcome! Before you for buying an ASUS® M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 ... 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 power cable for Water-Cooling or Passive-cooling only...
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...the need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images. It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth to www.asus. See page 2-22 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. See page 2-22 for high-speed data retrieval and ... CPUs only. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. See pages 2-26 and 2-29 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See page 2‑12 for details. Multi-VGA support This motherboard is ready to support Quad-CrossFire™, the most ...
...the need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images. It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth to www.asus. See page 2-22 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. See page 2-22 for high-speed data retrieval and ... CPUs only. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. See pages 2-26 and 2-29 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See page 2‑12 for details. Multi-VGA support This motherboard is ready to support Quad-CrossFire™, the most ...
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... system temperatures, the Cool Mempipe contributes to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS Cool Mempipe (WiFi-AP Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you to choose from profiles to dissipate heat these critical components...
... system temperatures, the Cool Mempipe contributes to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS Cool Mempipe (WiFi-AP Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you to choose from profiles to dissipate heat these critical components...
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.... See pages 4-5 and 4-36 for details. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the computer. See page 4-37 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See page 2-39 for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. When using an OS-based flash utility...
.... See pages 4-5 and 4-36 for details. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the computer. See page 4-37 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See page 2-39 for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. When using an OS-based flash utility...
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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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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 avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the ...
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 avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the ...
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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,... SATA13 Super I/O SATA24 CHA_FAN1 SATA_RAID12 PWR_FAN USB78 SB_PWR USB910 CHASSIS CLRTC PANEL Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 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,... SATA13 Super I/O SATA24 CHA_FAN1 SATA_RAID12 PWR_FAN USB78 SB_PWR USB910 CHASSIS CLRTC PANEL Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-
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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- USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78;
.../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- USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78;
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Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it fits in place. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4.
Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it fits in place. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4.
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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. 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. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. 2.
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. 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. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. 2.
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... to the grooved edge of the heatsink. 3. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 2.3.3 Installing the optional fans Install the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water cooler. Position the fan above the...
... to the grooved edge of the heatsink. 3. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-11 2.3.3 Installing the optional fans Install the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water cooler. Position the fan above the...
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... memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for other critical functions. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-13
... memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for other critical functions. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-13
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...KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX DS Heat-Sink Package SS Heat-Sink Package DS NT5TU128M8BJ-3C DS NT5TU64M8BE-3C SS A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N SS A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N DS TMM6208G8M30C SS Part No. 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
...KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX DS Heat-Sink Package SS Heat-Sink Package DS NT5TU128M8BJ-3C DS NT5TU64M8BE-3C SS A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N SS A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N DS TMM6208G8M30C SS Part No. 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
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... on the socket such that it flips out 1 with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-17 Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward...
... on the socket such that it flips out 1 with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-17 Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward...
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DO NOT overtighten the nuts. 10. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-19 Firmly press the heat spreaders against the memory modules. 9. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2/ B2 if necessary. Hold the heat spreaders and secure the four nuts. Install another two memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 after the completion of Cool Mempipe installation. Adjust the heatpipe until the heat spreaders contact the memory modules. 8. 7.
DO NOT overtighten the nuts. 10. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-19 Firmly press the heat spreaders against the memory modules. 9. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2/ B2 if necessary. Hold the heat spreaders and secure the four nuts. Install another two memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 after the completion of Cool Mempipe installation. Adjust the heatpipe until the heat spreaders contact the memory modules. 8. 7.
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... function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. PCIE x16_3 shared shared shared shared - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - USB 1.0 controller 4 - - - USB 1.0 controller 3 - - - shared - - - - ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-21 USB 1.0 controller 2 - - - USB 1.0 controller 1 - - -
... function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. PCIE x16_3 shared shared shared shared - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - USB 1.0 controller 4 - - - USB 1.0 controller 3 - - - shared - - - - ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-21 USB 1.0 controller 2 - - - USB 1.0 controller 1 - - -
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Refer to x1 mode for optimum VGA performance. You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-23 The operating frequency of this slot changes, depending on the type of 8 GB/s. VGA configuration PCIex16_1 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 Dual VGA/...
Refer to x1 mode for optimum VGA performance. You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-23 The operating frequency of this slot changes, depending on the type of 8 GB/s. VGA configuration PCIex16_1 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 Dual VGA/...
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... 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 16 17 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 1. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). Line In port (light blue). ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-25 This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 8. This port connects a microphone. 10. This port connects the side speakers...
... 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 16 17 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 1. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). Line In port (light blue). ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-25 This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 8. This port connects a microphone. 10. This port connects the side speakers...
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This port is on the onboard wireless LAN module that allows you to set up a wireless network and exchange information with an activity LED. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-27 For WiFi-AP Edition Only: Refer to this port. 17. Wireless LAN port. The wireless module comes with other wireless devices without tagling cables and wires. Wireless LAN Activity LED. Connect the moveable omni-directional antenna to the WiFi-AP Solo user guide for detailed settings. 16.
This port is on the onboard wireless LAN module that allows you to set up a wireless network and exchange information with an activity LED. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-27 For WiFi-AP Edition Only: Refer to this port. 17. Wireless LAN port. The wireless module comes with other wireless devices without tagling cables and wires. Wireless LAN Activity LED. Connect the moveable omni-directional antenna to the WiFi-AP Solo user guide for detailed settings. 16.
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SATA4 [black]) These connectors are set to [RAID]. GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® SATA3 M3A32-MVP DELUXE SATA connectors SATA4 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND SATA1 SATA2 2-29 AMD® SB600 Southbridge Serial ATA...
SATA4 [black]) These connectors are set to [RAID]. GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® SATA3 M3A32-MVP DELUXE SATA connectors SATA4 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND SATA1 SATA2 2-29 AMD® SB600 Southbridge Serial ATA...
