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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 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items...
... 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 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items...
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... Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of shutting down the system. • Chapter...
... Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of shutting down the system. • Chapter...
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... from 100 MHz to 600 MHz at 0.0125V increment - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - 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 Definition audio...
... from 100 MHz to 600 MHz at 0.0125V increment - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - 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 Definition audio...
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xiii 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 SATA 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-...(Q-Connector) 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...
xiii 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 SATA 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-...(Q-Connector) 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...
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... technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice ... video conference and recording. Refer to pages 5-13 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to experience true-to date. The purpose of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to -life high quality audio...
... technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice ... video conference and recording. Refer to pages 5-13 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to experience true-to date. The purpose of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to -life high quality audio...
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... Magnetic Interference (EMI). See page 4-37 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Simply press the predefined hotkey to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to the motherboard. See page 2-39 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to launch the utility and update...
... Magnetic Interference (EMI). See page 4-37 for details. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Simply press the predefined hotkey to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to the motherboard. See page 2-39 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to launch the utility and update...
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... voltage, and DRAM voltage in case the system hangs due to satisfy your choice from the available options. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your system easier and faster. Unlike other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS™ reacts much...System) 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. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in ...
... voltage, and DRAM voltage in case the system hangs due to satisfy your choice from the available options. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your system easier and faster. Unlike other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS™ reacts much...System) 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. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in ...
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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,240-pin module) EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) WFG...FLOPPY COM1 AMD SB600 88SE6121 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power agere L-FW3227-100 BIOS IE1394_2 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,240-pin module) EATXPWR PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) WFG...FLOPPY COM1 AMD SB600 88SE6121 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power agere L-FW3227-100 BIOS IE1394_2 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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...software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to use ...See Chapter 4 for the expansion card. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments; Refer to install expansion cards. ...
...software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to use ...See Chapter 4 for the expansion card. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments; Refer to install expansion cards. ...
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You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings. Universal PCI Express x16 slots (max. If you install...install them to the blue slots. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for details. Primary PCI Express x16 slots The primary PCI Express x16 slots support PCI...motherboard also supports universal PCI Express x16 slots with the PCI Express specifications. See page 2-34 for details. The operating frequency of this slot changes, depending on the type of 8 GB/s. Refer to page 4-24 for the connector location. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe...
You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings. Universal PCI Express x16 slots (max. If you install...install them to the blue slots. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for details. Primary PCI Express x16 slots The primary PCI Express x16 slots support PCI...motherboard also supports universal PCI Express x16 slots with the PCI Express specifications. See page 2-34 for details. The operating frequency of this slot changes, depending on the type of 8 GB/s. Refer to page 4-24 for the connector location. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe...
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...reboot the system. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M3A32-MVP DELUXE Clear RTC RAM • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs ...due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. For system failure due to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS...
...reboot the system. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M3A32-MVP DELUXE Clear RTC RAM • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs ...due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. For system failure due to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS...
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... GND M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® SATA3 M3A32-MVP DELUXE SATA connectors SATA4 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series ...the motherboard support DVD. AMD® SB600 Southbridge Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red]; SATA2 [black]; M3A32-MVP DELUXE ...PRI_IDE NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to [RAID]. See section 4.3.6 Storage Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. SATA4 [black]) These connectors are set , refer to 5.4 RAID Configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to PIN 1. ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE...
... GND M3A32-MVP DELUXE ® SATA3 M3A32-MVP DELUXE SATA connectors SATA4 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series ...the motherboard support DVD. AMD® SB600 Southbridge Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red]; SATA2 [black]; M3A32-MVP DELUXE ...PRI_IDE NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to [RAID]. See section 4.3.6 Storage Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. SATA4 [black]) These connectors are set , refer to 5.4 RAID Configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to PIN 1. ® M3A32-MVP DELUXE...
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...by default. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-31 otherwise, you have connected the Serial ATA signal cables and installed Serial ATA hard disk drives; See section 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for a Serial ATA signal cable that you cannot enter the Marvell RAID BIOS Configuration utility and SATA BIOS setup during ...to build a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that supports a Serial ATA hard disk drive. M3A32-MVP DELUXE GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND ® SATA_RAID1 SATA_RAID2...
...by default. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-31 otherwise, you have connected the Serial ATA signal cables and installed Serial ATA hard disk drives; See section 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for a Serial ATA signal cable that you cannot enter the Marvell RAID BIOS Configuration utility and SATA BIOS setup during ...to build a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that supports a Serial ATA hard disk drive. M3A32-MVP DELUXE GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND ® SATA_RAID1 SATA_RAID2...
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... tested to connect the 8-pin ATX +12 V power plug; ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-35 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 600 W. • Do not forget to support the motherboard power requirements with the following...
... tested to connect the 8-pin ATX +12 V power plug; ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-35 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 600 W. • Do not forget to support the motherboard power requirements with the following...
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PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker M3A32-MVP DELUXE IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the system power, and blinks when the... panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PWR Ground Reset Ground 14. M3A32-MVP DELUXE System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button...
PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker M3A32-MVP DELUXE IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the system power, and blinks when the... panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PWR Ground Reset Ground 14. M3A32-MVP DELUXE System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button...
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...on . Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. Turn on self tests or POST. System power 6. For systems with "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the chain) c. ASUS M2N32-SLI Premium Vista Edition 3- Connect the ... connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. 3.1 Starting up . After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. At power on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. 7. While the tests are off....
...on . Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. Turn on self tests or POST. System power 6. For systems with "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the chain) c. ASUS M2N32-SLI Premium Vista Edition 3- Connect the ... connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. 3.1 Starting up . After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. At power on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. 7. While the tests are off....
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Click the Turn Off button to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Refer to section "4.5 Power Menu" in ... While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut...
Click the Turn Off button to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Refer to section "4.5 Power Menu" in ... While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut...
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This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup
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Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Advanced menu 4-16 4.5 Power menu 4-28 4.6 Boot menu 4-32 4.7 Tools menu 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-38 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Advanced menu 4-16 4.5 Power menu 4-28 4.6 Boot menu 4-32 4.7 Tools menu 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-38 ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series
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... DVD in the support DVD that allows you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 4- ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.) 4. The ASUS Update utility allows you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment.) 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install...
... DVD in the support DVD that allows you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 4- ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.) 4. The ASUS Update utility allows you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment.) 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install...