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Asus M2N32 WS Professional User Manual

Asus M2N32 WS Professional
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Motherboard
M2N32 WS
Professional

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Asus M2N32 WS Professional Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCYes
Number of memory slots4
Maximum internal memory8 GB
Processor socketSocket AM2
Processor manufacturerAMD
Maximum number of SMP processors1
USB 2.0 connectors6
Number of SATA connectors9
Special featuresAMD Cool 'n' Quiet Stack Cool 2 Q-Fan 2 AI Nap AI Gear My Logo 3 ASUS AI NET2 CrashFree BIOS 3 EZ Flash 2 Q-Connector ASUS AI Quiet
Manageability featuresWOL PME, WOR PME, PXE, AI NET2
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chipADI AD1988B
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Bundled softwareDrivers BIOS flash utility under DOS ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 ASUS AI utility Microsoft Direct X ver 9.0c
LAN controllerMarvell 88E1116
Networking featuresDual Gigabit LAN
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
RAID levels0, 1, 0+1, 5, JBOD
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth245 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Introductory greeting and thanks for purchasing the motherboard.

1.2 Package contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for user verification.

1.3 Special features

Highlights the key features and technologies of the motherboard.

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed

Outlines essential precautions before installing or changing motherboard components.

2.2 Motherboard overview

Details motherboard layout, placement, screw holes, and component identification.

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its cooling solution.

2.4 System memory

Instructions for installing DDR2 DIMM modules and memory configurations.

2.5 Expansion slots

Guide to installing expansion cards into PCI, PCI-X, and PCI Express slots.

2.6 Jumper

Explains the Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) jumper function for clearing CMOS.

2.7 Connectors

Describes rear panel and internal motherboard connectors for system peripherals.

Chapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the first time

Provides sequential steps for powering on the system for initial use.

3.2 Powering off the computer

Details methods for safely shutting down and powering off the computer.

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

Covers utilities and procedures for BIOS management and updates.

4.2 BIOS setup program

Explains how to navigate and configure system settings via the BIOS utility.

4.3 Main menu

Presents an overview of essential system information shown in the BIOS Main menu.

4.4 Advanced menu

Guides users through advanced system configuration options for performance tuning.

4.5 Power menu

Details settings related to power management features like ACPI and APM.

4.6 Boot menu

Provides options for configuring the system's boot order and related settings.

4.7 Tools menu

Accesses special utilities such as ASUS Music Alarm and O.C. Profile features.

4.8 Exit menu

Options for saving or discarding BIOS changes and loading default settings.

Chapter 5: Software support

5.1 Installing an operating system

Information on supported OS versions and prerequisite updates for installation.

5.2 Support CD information

Outlines the drivers, applications, and utilities available on the motherboard support CD.

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