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......iii Notices...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 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...
......iii Notices...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 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...
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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 - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFireX™ Storage LAN Wireless LAN (WiFi-AP ... 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 x16 / x8 / x8, or quad x8...
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 - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots CrossFireX™ Storage LAN Wireless LAN (WiFi-AP ... 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 x16 / x8 / x8, or quad x8...
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... System) - AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - Memory tuning from 100 MHz to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS AI Nap - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel) 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 at 0.0125V increment - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary High Definition audio IEEE...
... System) - AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - Memory tuning from 100 MHz to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS AI Nap - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel) 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 at 0.0125V increment - M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series specifications summary High Definition audio IEEE...
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... dual lanes or triple VGA support. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Refer to increase memory computing efficiency, enhancing system performance in 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard disk drives...
... dual lanes or triple VGA support. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- Refer to increase memory computing efficiency, enhancing system performance in 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard disk drives...
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... the system and return to vital components, ultimately enhances memory performance and ensures quick response and stability of critical heat generating components. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets...
... the system and return to vital components, ultimately enhances memory performance and ensures quick response and stability of critical heat generating components. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 1- AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets...
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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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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.
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...of 128 Mb chips. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. •... install Windows® XP/Vista 32-bit operation system, a total memory of less than 3GB because the address space is reserved for other critical functions. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-13 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Populated • You may ...
...of 128 Mb chips. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. •... install Windows® XP/Vista 32-bit operation system, a total memory of less than 3GB because the address space is reserved for other critical functions. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-13 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Populated • You may ...
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...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 ... KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Super Talent Super Talent NANYA NANYA PSC PSC Elixir Chip No. M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667...; • • A*: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black ...
...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 ... KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Super Talent Super Talent NANYA NANYA PSC PSC Elixir Chip No. M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667...; • • A*: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black ...
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DO NOT overtighten the nuts. 10. Adjust the heatpipe until the heat spreaders contact the memory modules. 8. Install another two memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 after the completion of Cool Mempipe installation. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2/ B2 if necessary. Firmly press the heat spreaders against the memory modules. 9. Hold the heat spreaders and secure the four nuts. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-19 7.
DO NOT overtighten the nuts. 10. Adjust the heatpipe until the heat spreaders contact the memory modules. 8. Install another two memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 after the completion of Cool Mempipe installation. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2/ B2 if necessary. Firmly press the heat spreaders against the memory modules. 9. Hold the heat spreaders and secure the four nuts. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-19 7.
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.... 5. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Shut down the key... settings to default values. • Due to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 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 the chipset limitation...
.... 5. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Shut down the key... settings to default values. • Due to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 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 the chipset limitation...
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...AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS setup to support the motherboard power requirements with the following configuration: CPU: AMD FX-62 Memory 1024 MB DDR2-800 (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express x16 NVIDIA 7900GTX Serial ATA device: SATA hard..., set the item to [HD Audio]. See section 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (500W) PSU has been tested to [HD Audio]; ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-35 aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. AAFP HD Audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC '97 audio...
...AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS setup to support the motherboard power requirements with the following configuration: CPU: AMD FX-62 Memory 1024 MB DDR2-800 (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express x16 NVIDIA 7900GTX Serial ATA device: SATA hard..., set the item to [HD Audio]. See section 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (500W) PSU has been tested to [HD Audio]; ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 2-35 aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. AAFP HD Audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC '97 audio...
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Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 4-15 If you an overview of commands. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this item to [AHCI]. 4.3.7 System ...increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of the general system specifications. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices, keep the defaul...
Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 4-15 If you an overview of commands. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this item to [AHCI]. 4.3.7 System ...increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of the general system specifications. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices, keep the defaul...
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...Bypass Maximum [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Channel] [Auto] [Auto] Enable Bank Memory Interleavng. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power Down Mode [Channel] Allows you to improve platform performance. This item ...Read Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.5 Memory CLKs] [1.0 Memory CLKs] [1.5 Memory CLKs] [2.0 Memory CLKs] [2.5 Memory CLKs] [3.0 Memory CLKs] [3.5 Memory CLKs] [4.0 Memory CLKs] DCQ Bypass Maximum [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0x] [1x] [2x]~[14x] [15x] ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 4-19 AMD Auto Xpress [Auto] AMD ...
...Bypass Maximum [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Channel] [Auto] [Auto] Enable Bank Memory Interleavng. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power Down Mode [Channel] Allows you to improve platform performance. This item ...Read Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.5 Memory CLKs] [1.0 Memory CLKs] [1.5 Memory CLKs] [2.0 Memory CLKs] [2.5 Memory CLKs] [3.0 Memory CLKs] [3.5 Memory CLKs] [4.0 Memory CLKs] DCQ Bypass Maximum [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0x] [1x] [2x]~[14x] [15x] ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 4-19 AMD Auto Xpress [Auto] AMD ...
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Preference You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 5-23 When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Refer to activate or deactivate. Click the box before each preference... Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem,...
Preference You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 5-23 When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Refer to activate or deactivate. Click the box before each preference... Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem,...
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...of the window represents the used and available physical memory. Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes Cancels or ignores your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 5-27 The Preference tab allows you to ...activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor threshold values. The Sensor/ Threshold tab enables you to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. Memory usage The Memory tab shows both ...
...of the window represents the used and available physical memory. Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes Cancels or ignores your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 5-27 The Preference tab allows you to ...activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor threshold values. The Sensor/ Threshold tab enables you to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. Memory usage The Memory tab shows both ...
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Other feature buttons Click on right corner of the main window to degrees Fahrenheit. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to open the monitor window. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 5-29
Other feature buttons Click on right corner of the main window to degrees Fahrenheit. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to open the monitor window. ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe Series 5-29