Motherboard A320M-C
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................... iv About this guide.......................................................................................... iv Package contents........................................................................................ vi A320M-C specifications summary............................................................. vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview..........................
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent 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.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A320M-C motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 Screw Package Application DVD 1 x Support DVD Documentation 1 x User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. A320M-C specifications summary AMD® Socket AM4 for AMD® A-series / Athlon™ series processors AMD® Turbo Core Technology 3.
A320M-C specifications summary Audio USB Realtek® ALC 887-VD2 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. 6 x USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports (4 ports at the rear panel; 2 ports at mid-board) 6 x USB 2.0 / 1.
A320M-C specifications summary 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB 3.0 connector support additional 2 USB 3.0 port 1 x M.2 socket 3 for M Key and type 2242/2260/2280 devices 4 x SATA 6.
1 Product introduction Motherboard overview • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these connectors and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 300 W.
TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TPM F_CLKRUN F_SERIRQ F_FRAME# F_LAD3 F_LAD2 F_LAD1 F_LAD0 +3VSB S_PCIRST#_TBD GND C_PCICLK_TPM +3V +3V M.2 socket 3 These sockets allow you to install M.2 (NGFF) SSD modules. PIN 1 M.
Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) Connect a USB 3.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIe x16 slot PCIe x1_1 slot PCIe x1_2 slot PCI slot Realtek LAN controller HD audio A320 Chipset SATA A320 Chipset XHCI M.
Rear panel connectors 1 2 12 11 3 10 4 9 5 6 8 7 1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. Serial port. This 9-pin COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Headset 2.1-channel Port 4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) - - - Side Speaker Out Light Blue (Rear panel) To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.
Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for AMD® A-Series/ Athlon™ Series processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. The AM4 socket has a different pinout from the FM2+/FM2 socket. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
System memory Overview This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration.
BIOS information • Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide. • Before using the ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into A320MC.CAP. 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed.
Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press .
Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below. 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. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Asus Computer International Responsible Party Name: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Address: Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : A320M-C Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
