ASUS M2R32-MVP ATX AM2 Xpress 3200 CrossFire 2PCI-E16 2PCI-E1 2PCI SATA2 1394 GBLAN Motherboard
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Features
- By Hofenator @Oct 16, 2006
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The M2R32-MVP supports dual PCI Express x16 slots running at full speed to liberate graphics cards through ATI's™ CrossFire™ Xpress 3200. ASUS Special features such as Stack Cool2 and Q-Fan2 that provides quiet and peaceful computing. It also offers better system performance for graphics-intensive applications, and delivers cutting-edge audio features that dramatically enhance the quality of voice signal. Thoughtful design further allows quick and easy system setup like Q-Connector and EZ Flash2. With exclusive innovative designs that bring out the real potential of the ATI™ CrossFire™ Xpress 3200 chipset, gamers can experience faster graphics performance and higher video quality today.
|  Supports AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 / Sempron The motherboard supports AMD socket AM2 single-core Athlon 64/ Sempron and dual-core Athlon 64 X2/ Athlon 64 FX processors with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache, which is based on 64-bit architecture. It features 2000 / 1600 MT/s HyperTransport Bus, dual-channel un-buffered DDR2 800 memory support and AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology.
|  64-bit CPU support 64-bit computing, the next generation technology to replace the current 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture.
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ATI™ CrossFire™ Xpress 3200 The ATI™ CrossFire™ Xpress 3200 Northbridge supports simultaneous operation of two external PCI Express x16 graphics cards and delivers the best performance for overclocking. It's simply the fastest graphics platform solution to date.
|  ATI CrossFire Technology ATI's CrossFire boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolutions to get the high image quality you want. CrossFire ignites with the higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings you desire. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with your advanced 3D settings, and check the effect with a real-time 3D-rendered preview within ATI's Catalyst™ Control Center to rule your CrossFire system. | 
Dual-Channel DDR2 800 DDR2 is the next generation memory technology to replace the current DDR. With the highest speed up to 800MHz, DDR2 memory provides great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications.
 Geil ® PC2-6400 800PLUS ASUS recommends the Geil PC2-6400 800PLUS memory for the M2R32-MVP motherboard. They are optimized for each other to bring out the real potential of the AM2/ CrossFire Xpress 3200 platform, and provide maximum performance and reliable operation.
| Precision Tweaker
Designed for serious overclockers It offers ways to raise system performance inch-by-inch and step-by-step to achieve maximum performance! This is about getting the most out of your machine and taking pride in your customized computer.
vDIMM - Take control of how much power is going into the memory modules. ASUS gives you 12-step voltage control to the DIMM vCore - Find out "exactly" how much power your CPU needs. Fine-tune it with 0.025 volts at a time!
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) allows - FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 400MHz at 1MHz increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment
|  AI NOS™ Boost performance when you need it the most! Applications such as 3D games and video editing demand a huge chunk of system resource. Inject "nitrous oxide" into your CPU! The patented AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) technology intelligently detects system load and automatically boosts performance for the most demanding tasks. Unlike other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS™ reacts much faster to satisfy your unending need for speed.
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ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users the freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.
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AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects cable connection the second you turn on the system, and any faulty connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. | PCI Express Architecture  PCI Express is the latest I/O interconnect technology that will replace the existing PCI. With a bus bandwidth 4 times higher than that of AGP 8X interface, PCI Express x16 bus performs much better than AGP 8X in applications such as 3D gaming. PCI Express x1 and x4 also outperforms PCI interface with its exceptional high bandwidth. The high speed PCI Express interface creates new usages on desktop PCs e.g., Gigabit LAN, 1394b, and high-speed RAID systems.
| Serial ATA 3Gb/s The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves.
|  SATA on the Go The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on external devices.
| IEEE 1394a interface IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices.
| ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.
| Stack Cool 2 Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution offered exclusively by ASUS. It effectively transfers heat generated by the critical components to the other side of the specially designed PCB (printed circuit board) for effective heat dissipation.
| Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster.
| ASUS Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.
| S/PDIF-out on Back I/O Port This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via an coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack. It allows digital audio transfer without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.
| AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology Supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a cool and quiet environment.
| Max. 8 USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 is the latest connectivity standard for next generation components and peripherals. Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480Mb/s, for easy connectivity and ultra-fast data transfers.
| ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.
| ASUS EZ Flash2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the pre-defined hotkey to launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.
| Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate.
| C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to open the case to clear CMOS data. Just simply restart the system, the BIOS would show the previous setting and then users can amend the CPU setting again.
| ASUS MyLogo2 You can convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.
| GreenASUS  The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
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Specifications
- by jcheng @Aug 24, 2006
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CPU | Socket AM2 for AMD® Athlon™ 64 X2/ Athlon™ 64 FX/ Athlon™ 64/ Sempron™ AMD64 architecture enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology AMD HyperTransport Technology AMD Live!™ Ready | Chipset | ATI™ CrossFire™ Xpress 3200/ATI™ SB600 | Front Side Bus | 2000/1600 MT/s | Memory | 4 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR2 800/667/533, ECC and non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual Channel Memory Architecture | Expansion Slots | 2 x PCI Express x16 slot with CrossFire support at full x16, x16 mode 2 x PCI Express x1 2 x PCI | CrossFire | Support ATI CrossFire graphics cards (both at x16 mode) | Storage/RAID | ATI SB600 South Bridge: - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66/33 - 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0Gb/s with RAID 0, 1, 0+1 support Jmicron360 SATA controller supports: - 1 x External Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk (SATA On-the-Go) | Audio | ADI 1988A 8-channel CODEC Universal Audio Jack Multi-Streaming Coaxial S/PDIF out ports on back I/O | LAN | Marvell 88E8001 Gigabit LAN Controller, featuring AI NET2 | IEEE 1394a | VIA VT6308P controller supports: - 1x IEEE 1394a connectors at midboard - 1x IEEE 1394a connectors at back panel | USB | Max. 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports | Special Features | Stack Cool2 SATA On the Go (External SATA on back I/O port) Noise Filter | Overclocking Features | Intelligent overclocking tools: - AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - AI Clock Skew ASUS O.C. Profile: overclocking configuration-sharing tool Precision Tweaker: - vDIMM: 12-step DRAM voltage control - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.025V increment SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 400MHz at 1MHz increment - PCI Express tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) | Other ASUS Special Features | ASUS EZ DIY: - Q-Connector - CrashFree BIOS3 - EZ Flash2 ASUS Q-Fan2 Technology ASUS Mylogo2 | Back Panel I/O Ports | 1 x PS/2 Keyboard 1 x PS/2 Mouse 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out 1 x IEEE1394 1 x External SATA 1 x RJ45 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-Channel Audio I/O 1 x COM connector | Internal I/O Connectors | 3 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 1 x IEEE1394a connector 4 x SATA connectors 1 x IDE connector 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x CPU/ 2 x Chassis/ 1 x Power FAN connectors 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 24-pin ATX Power connector 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector Chassis Intrusion CD audio in connector Front panel High Definition Audio connector System panel connector | BIOS | 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM2.0 | Manageability | WfM 2.0,DMI 2.0,WOL by PME,WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE and RPL | Support CD | Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) | Accessories | User's manual 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cables 1 x 2-port USB2.0 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Connector (USB, 1394, system panel) FDD cable I/O shield | Form Factor | ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6"(30.5cm x 24.5cm) |
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Rated by UrbKlr, February 22, 2009
Great board, I've had it for around 2 years. I bought it as I read it was a solid board, and the RD580 was known to overclock well. The board has seen 350FSB and 1560HT. For an overclocker, this is still an amazing board. Took an old 3600+ X2 to 3.17GHz and currently a Phenom II to 3.78GHz. The board supports Phenom's using the latest BIOS, but has no voltage adjustments for them. You can use the Overvolt setting in the BIOS to give you 1.44v under load though. *Note: Only Phenoms have no multiplier/voltage adjustments. Great board, very recommended!
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Rated by Matthew_S, February 7, 2008
This board is a sweet deal for $130 and I am finding it really easy to mod the north and south bridge heat sinks. The only thing you might have an issue with is if you install large heatsinks for the north and south bridge then put a larger video card in, the card may not fit due to the placement of the north and south bridges.
This review was modfied by poster @ 02-13-08 08:21 PM
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Rated by Paklliott83, December 20, 2007
I purchased this motherboard because this was the lowest priced motherboard that I can find, that had AM2 socket and full crossfire (both at 16x) capabilities.
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Rated by Kyle_N, October 6, 2007
For the ASUS line of Crossfire motherboards, this is a sweet deal. Expandable to 8GB of memory, plenty of options for PCI/PCI-Express. I admit, I read the manual and even the manual makes for easier configuration (of jumpers, plugging in wires, etc). I don't think I could have gotten a better motherboard for the price I paid.
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Rated by Terence_W, September 6, 2007
I'm pretty satisfied with this board. It was down to this board and the dfi that is about equal in price for me. But i went with the asus to me it's a more tidy board with a very user friendly bios. I needed a good board that supported crossfire with 2 pci-e 16x slots. This fit the bill perfectly, I'm not dissapointed in my purchase it all, it's a great motherboard.
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Rated by Casey_H, June 20, 2007
I'm pretty satisfied with the board, it's just like my old a8r32 board. I hope next time asus puts the southbridge away from the pcie slot so my graphics card actually fits nicely. I'm a still alittle nervous that the it might short something out, but it hasn't happened yet!
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Rated by Justin_T, June 20, 2007
I have to agree with Spartan Innovations on the lack of PCI slots, also the chipset is horribly under cooled. Currently my chipset is +5 degrees warmer than my CPU at idle. I find that a little ridiculous and the fact that the chipsets (North and South bridge) are so close to the 1st PCIe Slot (16x) means that any heat dissipation upgrade requires pre-planning with regards to the dimensions. Other than those two problems the mother board has been good. Audio quality isnt the best but it is onboard audio and I cant really complain.
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Rated by Spartan Innovations, May 23, 2007
Although pci slots are fast becoming a ting of the past I really would like to have more on this board. It is great value.
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Rated by Frank_Y, March 14, 2007
I've had couple months to monitor this motherboard, I can safely say it is very stable. Once I flashed the bios to the latest 0804, it runs Vista just as well as XP. The drivers are all in place and WHQL certified.
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Rated by TheCactus, March 14, 2007
I got a brand new pc with this motherboard. I decided to try Vista as a new OS. The machine never reached full stability, it would freeze for no reason. Finally, I decided to revert back to Windows XP ... every drivers is there, no problem. I used Prime95 and full stability has been achieved.
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