MODEL- M3A                VENDOR- ASUS
    
FEATURES- ATX Socket AM2+ Motherboard 
       AMD AM2+ Quad-Core CPU/AM2 CPU Support
       AMD 770 / SB600 chipset  
       HyperTransport 3.0 and PCIe 2.0 Ready
       Dual Channel DDR2 1066
       ASUS Q-Shield
    Includes Motherboard, UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable, FDD cable, SATA 
      cables, SATA power cables, ASUS Q-Shield, User's manual, 2 in 1 
      Q-connector.
* AMD AM2+ Quad-Core CPU/AM2 CPU Support
   This motherboard supports AMD Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with 
   unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less 
   power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and 
   accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport 3.0 
   based system bus.
* AMD 770 chipset
   AMD 770 Chipset is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport 3.0 
   (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics. It is 
   optimized with AMD's latest AM2+ and multi-core CPUs to provide 
   excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities.
* HyperTransport 3.0 Suport
   Provides 2.6 times more bandwidth than HT1.0 that radically improves 
   system efficiency for a smoother, faster computing environment.
* Native DDR2 1066 Support
   This motherboard is the 1st AMD platform with native DDR2 1066 support. 
   It provides faster data access and more bandwidth for increased memory 
   computing efficiency. - enhancing performance for 3D graphics and other 
   memory demanding applications.
* 4+1 Phase Power Design
   Unleashes ultimate memory performances with independent power to core 
   components, while providing fast transient response and stability for 
   the CPU under heavy loading or overclocking modes.
* PCIe 2.0 support
   This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed 
   and bandwidth which enhances system performance.
* ASUS Q-Shield
   The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - 
   making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric 
   conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static 
   electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference 
   (EMI).
* 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.
* AI Gear 2
   Users can choose profiles to adjust CPU frequency and vCore voltage to 
   minimize system noise and power consumption - allowing them to save CPU 
   power for environment-friendly computing.
* AI Nap 
   With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise 
   when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS 
   environment, simply click the mouse or press a key.
* 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. 
* Precision Tweaker
   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.
* 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. 
* MyLogo2 
   You can convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a 
   more colorful and vivid image on your screen. 
* ASUS Q-Fan 2 
   ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis 
   fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and 
   efficient operation. 
* Serial ATA 3Gb/s RAID
   This motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the 
   new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. The onboard NVIDIA nForce 560 SLI 
   MCP allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1 configurations for four SATA 
   connectors. 
* ASUS 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.
* ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 
   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 Flash 2 
   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. 
* 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.
     
  -- SPECIFICATIONs ----------------------------------
CPU          - Supports AMD Socket AM2+ Phenom FX/Phenom X4/Phenom X2/ 
                 Athlon X2/ Sempron and AMD Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2/
                 Athlon 64 FX/Athlon 64/Sempron.
               AMD Cool'n'Quiet Technology
BIOS         - 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,
                 ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3.
CHIPSET      - AMD 770 Chipset / SB600
MEMORY       - (4) 240-pin DIMM Sockets support max. 8GB DDR2 1066/800/
                   667/533 ECC and non-ECC un-buffered memory.
                   Dual Channel Memory Architecture 
                   (DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU only)
EXPANSION    - (3) 32-bit PCI slots (PCI v2.2)
               (1) PCI-Express x16 slot
               (2) PCI-Express x1 slots
AUDIO        - Realtek ALC883 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC
                 - Coaxial S/PDIF out port at back I/O
VIDEO        - None on-board
ETHERNET     - Atheros PCIe Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2
STORAGE     - Southbridge: 
                - 4 x SATA 3 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, and 0+1support
                - 1 x UltraDMA 133 / 100 / 66 for 2 PATA devices
FIREWIRE     - None
REAR I/0     - (2) PS/2 Mouse & Keyboard ports
               (1) Serial port
               (1) S/PDIF Out (Coaxial)
               (1) RJ45 port
               (4) USB 2.0/1.1 ports
               (6) 8-Channel Audio I/O ports
INTERNAL I/0 - (3) USB 2.0 connector supports additional six ports
               (1) Floppy disk drive connector
               (1) IDE connector for two devices
               (4) SATA connectors
               (1) CPU Fan connector
               (1) Chassis Fan connector
               (1) Power Fan connector
               Front Panel Audio connector
               (1) S/PDIF Out Header
               Chassis Intrusion connector
               CD audio in
               24-pin ATX Power connector
               4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
               System Panel
OVERCLOCKING- Intelligent overclocking tools:
                - AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU Frequency Tuner)
              Precision Tweaker: 
                - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.025V increment
                - vDIMM: 8-step DRAM voltage control
                - vChipset: 4-step Chipset voltage control
              SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
                - FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment
                - Memory tuning from 533MHz up to 1066MHz 
                - PCIe frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz 
                    increment.
              Overclocking Protection:
                - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
SOFTWARE    - Support CD includes Drivers
                             "    ASUS PC Probe II
                             "    ASUS Update 
                             "    ASUS AI Gear 2 / AI Nap / Q-Fan 2
                             "    Anti-virus software (OEM version)
PCB SIZE    - ATX form factor, 12" x 8.6"
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