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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
Contents Safety information ..................iv About this guide ..................iv Package contents ..................vi PRO A320M-R2 specifications summary ..........vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-7 System memory ..................1-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program .................
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent an electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
Graphics/Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/Ryzen™ 1st Generation/7th Generation A-series/Athlon X4 Processors Supports CPU up to 8 cores* * For limited CPU only, refer to www.asus.com for the AMD CPU support list. Chipset AMD A320 chipset AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ Athlon™...
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- ASUS Event Log: Records activities of system and provides information in BIOS - ASUS Commercial BIOS kit: Speeds up BIOS update solution by partial BIOS design ASUS unique - 24/7 Reliability: Tested under temperature up to 45°C and humidity up to 80%...
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PRO A320M-R2 specifications summary 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi- BIOS features language BIOS, ASUS smart recovering BIOS, ASUS Event log, ASUS Commercial Kit Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE...
U31G1_56 CHA_FAN LAN_U31G1_34 128Mb BIOS AUDIO PCIEX16 8111H Super ® A320 PCIEX1_1 SATA6G_2 CHASSIS CLRTC LPC_DEBUG U31G2_C1 SPEAKER AAFP SATA6G_1 USB12 USB56 U31G1_12 F_PANEL Scan the QR code to get the detailed pin definitions. ASUS PRO A320M-R2...
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ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. •...
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USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_C1) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 2 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. ASUS PRO A320M-R2...
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This header allows connection to a LPC debug card. • Scan the QR code to view the meaning of each debug code. • Debug codes are only available for ASUS LPC debug card. • Contact your region sales representative for LPC debug header ordering.
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Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection (Blinking) LAN port Orange Ready to wake (Blinking then up from S5 mode steady) ASUS PRO A320M-R2...
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Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4.1, 5.1and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! Installing the CPU Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. ASUS PRO A320M-R2...
Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Recommended memory configuration DIMM_A1* DIMM_A1* DIMM_B1*...
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Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ASUS PRO A320M-R2...
BIOS information Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide. The system will automatically active ASUS Self-Recovering BIOS after reboot from the BIOS update failure. ASUS Self-Recovering BIOS ASUS-exclusive BIOS protection technology automatically recovers the system’s BIOS with a verified backup in the event of an update failure, preventing the need to replace or reinstall your hardware.
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •...
CPU Over Heating Error! events** CPU Over Voltage Error! * Record of when USB Over Current occurs ** Record of when CPU temperature rises above 75°C ***Record of when CPU Voltage reaches below 0 mV or above 1550mV ASUS PRO A320M-R2...
Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2019 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot...
Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
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доступний на: www.asus.com/support Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support Türkçe AsusTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın temel gereksinimlerle ve ilişkili Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že toto Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.
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