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... 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 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 CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the...
... 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 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 CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the...
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... 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4 Make Disk menu 5-5 5.2.5 Manual menu 5-6 5.2.6 ASUS Contact information 5-6 5.2.7 Other information 5-7 5.3 Software information 5-9 Contents 4.3.7 System Information 4-15 4.4 Advanced menu 4-16 4.4.1 Jumperfree Configuration 4-16 4.4.2 AI Net 2 4-21 4.4.3 CPU Configuration 4-22 4.4.4 Chipset 4-23 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-25 4.4.6 PCI PnP 4-26 4.4.7 USB ...Boot menu 4-32 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4-32 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 4-33 4.6.3 Security 4-34 4.7 Tools menu 4-36 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-36...
... 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4 Make Disk menu 5-5 5.2.5 Manual menu 5-6 5.2.6 ASUS Contact information 5-6 5.2.7 Other information 5-7 5.3 Software information 5-9 Contents 4.3.7 System Information 4-15 4.4 Advanced menu 4-16 4.4.1 Jumperfree Configuration 4-16 4.4.2 AI Net 2 4-21 4.4.3 CPU Configuration 4-22 4.4.4 Chipset 4-23 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-25 4.4.6 PCI PnP 4-26 4.4.7 USB ...Boot menu 4-32 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4-32 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 4-33 4.6.3 Security 4-34 4.7 Tools menu 4-36 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-36...
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...Point mode - Refer to www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 1066*/800/667/533 MHz memory modules - Supports up to 5200 MT/s; M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion ... 8 GB system memory *DDR2 1066 is supported by some of the AM2+ CPUs only. HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface for AM2+ CPU 2000 / 1600 MT/s for the supported CPU models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 4 x PCIe x16 slots with ATI CrossFireX™ support (@ dual x16, triple...
...Point mode - Refer to www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 1066*/800/667/533 MHz memory modules - Supports up to 5200 MT/s; M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion ... 8 GB system memory *DDR2 1066 is supported by some of the AM2+ CPUs only. HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface for AM2+ CPU 2000 / 1600 MT/s for the supported CPU models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 4 x PCIe x16 slots with ATI CrossFireX™ support (@ dual x16, triple...
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...-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Noise Filter - AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - 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...
...-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Noise Filter - AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - 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...
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xiii M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS ... support additional 4 USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connector 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x Azalia Digital Header..., 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...
xiii M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS ... support additional 4 USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connector 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x Azalia Digital Header..., 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...
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.... AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom X4 / Phenom 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 2MB / 1MB / 512KB ...L2 cache based on 64-bit architecture. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to 5200MT/s...
.... AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom X4 / Phenom 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 2MB / 1MB / 512KB ...L2 cache based on 64-bit architecture. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to 5200MT/s...
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...CPU models. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See page 2‑12 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Refer to external devices. DDR2 1066 is ready to support Quad-CrossFire™, the most advanced graphics standard that provides higher frame rates for high-speed data retrieval and save. Multi-VGA support This motherboard... is supported by some of media files to www.asus. The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-...
...CPU models. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See page 2‑12 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Refer to external devices. DDR2 1066 is ready to support Quad-CrossFire™, the most advanced graphics standard that provides higher frame rates for high-speed data retrieval and save. Multi-VGA support This motherboard... is supported by some of media files to www.asus. The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-...
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... to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See pages 2-18 and 2-19 for details. You can continue...of CPU under operating system to suit your needs. ASUS Cool Mempipe (WiFi-AP Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. ASUS Cool...ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you are temporarily away. The motherboard...
... to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- See pages 2-18 and 2-19 for details. You can continue...of CPU under operating system to suit your needs. ASUS Cool Mempipe (WiFi-AP Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. ASUS Cool...ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you are temporarily away. The motherboard...
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...to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to pages 5-13 for details. Refer to ensure quiet, cool and ... the heat dissipation performance. Preserving the dialogue or solo performances with downmixing from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The purpose of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to date. Fanless Design-Heat-pipe ...
...to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to pages 5-13 for details. Refer to ensure quiet, cool and ... the heat dissipation performance. Preserving the dialogue or solo performances with downmixing from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The purpose of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to date. Fanless Design-Heat-pipe ...
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...) The patented ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (AI NOS™) technology auto‑detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed when needed. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows...
...) The patented ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (AI NOS™) technology auto‑detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed when needed. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows...
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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
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... pin SPDIF_OUT) 14. SATA3 [red]; IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 7. CPU, chassis, power, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN) 8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin ATX12V) 10. AMD® SB600 Serial ATA connectors...8226; System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) • ATX power button/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- Internal connectors 1. IDE connector (40-1...
... pin SPDIF_OUT) 14. SATA3 [red]; IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 7. CPU, chassis, power, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN) 8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin ATX12V) 10. AMD® SB600 Serial ATA connectors...8226; System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) • ATX power button/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- Internal connectors 1. IDE connector (40-1...
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... lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90º angle. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle; 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM2+/AM2 socket designed for AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom X4 / Phenom X2 /... / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU Socket AM2+/AM2 2.
... lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90º angle. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle; 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM2+/AM2 socket designed for AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom X4 / Phenom X2 /... / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU Socket AM2+/AM2 2.
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When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is 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. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place. 3.
When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2- Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is 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. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place. 3.
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.... Make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. If the instructions in this section do not ...have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 2.3.2 Installing the...
.... Make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. If the instructions in this section do not ...have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 2.3.2 Installing the...
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CPU_FAN ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! M3A32-MVP DELUXE GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM 5.
CPU_FAN ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! M3A32-MVP DELUXE GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM 5.
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... prevent damage 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 Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. 2.3.3 Installing the optional fans Install the optional fan only if you are using a passive...
... prevent damage 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 Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. 2.3.3 Installing the optional fans Install the optional fan only if you are using a passive...
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.... • C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667/533MHz QVL. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information SS... DS NT5TU64M8BE-25C SS NT5TU64M8BE-25C DS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 SS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 DS N2TU51280BE-25C DS Part No. Visit the ASUS website for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB...
.... • C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667/533MHz QVL. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information SS... DS NT5TU64M8BE-25C SS NT5TU64M8BE-25C DS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 SS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 DS N2TU51280BE-25C DS Part No. Visit the ASUS website for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB...
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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 512MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB ...•• •• •• ••• ••• ••• ••• • • ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-15 SS/ DS D6408TEBGGL3U SS HYB18T256800AF3S SS 6SBI2D9DCG SS E1108AB-6E-E DS HYB18T512160BF-3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S DS K4T51163QC-ZCE6 SS ZCE6K4T51083QC SS...
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 512MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB ...•• •• •• ••• ••• ••• ••• • • ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-15 SS/ DS D6408TEBGGL3U SS HYB18T256800AF3S SS 6SBI2D9DCG SS E1108AB-6E-E DS HYB18T512160BF-3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S SS HYB18T512800BF3S DS K4T51163QC-ZCE6 SS ZCE6K4T51083QC SS...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 1024MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB...