Ik heb gister mijn Asus A8R-MVP in gebruik genomen. En ik liep vrij snel tegen problemen aan
Of ja ik kan het beter gebruiks gebreken noemen.
Even wat specs:
Supports AMD Socket 939 Athlon 64 X2
The A8R-MVP supports AMD 939-pin Athlon™ 64 X2 Dual-Core processor with 1MB x2 or 512KB x2 L2 cache which is based on 64-bit architecture. It features better multithreaded / multitasking performance than Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64.
ATI CrossFire Technology
ATI's CrossFire boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to crank 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-Core CPU
Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from the latest dual-core CPU. The advanced processing technology contains two physical CPU cores with individually dedicated L2 cache to satisfy the rising demand for more powerful processing capability.
64-bit CPU support
64-bit computing, the next generation technology to replace 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Dual Channel DDR400
Dual channel DDR technology doubles the bandwidth of your system memory and hence boost the system performance to out perform any memory existing solutions in the market. System bottlenecks are eliminated with balanced architecture and peak bandwidths up to 6.4GB/s.
ADI High Definition Audio
The onboard 6-channel High Definition audio CODEC enables high-quality ADI AD1986A audio CODEC, which automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, meaning there will be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out and Mic jacks.
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.
PEG Link
This latest technology, PEG (PCI Express Graphics) Link Mode, is a unique feature that enables users to boost graphics card performance for superior video quality. PEG Link allows users to raise GPU and VGA memory throughput via the motherboard BIOS the same way system bus and memory bus are tweaked. PEG Link Mode enables powerful video performance on DX8 and DX9 applications. ASUS engineers carefully fine-tuned the parameters for every single PCI-Express card to provide system stability during high-speed graphics 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 8-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 - SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) allows FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 400MHz at 1MHz increments.
IEEE 1394a
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.
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 Q-Fan
ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS2
The CrashFree BIOS2 feature now includes the BIOS auto-recovery function in a support CD. Users can reboot their system through the support CD when a bootable disk is not available and go through the simple BIOS auto-recovery process. ASUS motherboards now enable users to enjoy this protection feature without the need to pay for an optional ROM.
ASUS EZ Flash
With ASUS EZ Flash, you can update BIOS before entering operating system. No more DOS-based flash utility and bootable diskette required.

CPU Interface: Socket 939 Athlon 64
Chipset: ATI RD480 Northbridge - ULi M1575 Southbridge
Bus Speeds:"" 200 to 400MHz in 1MHz Increments
Memory Speeds: DDR200, 266, 333, 400 (433, 466, 500 with Rev. E AMD)
PCIe Speeds: 100 to 150MHz in 1MHz Increments
PCI/AGP: Fixed at 33/66
Core Voltage: Auto, 0.8V to 1.45V in 0.025V increments PLUS 0.1V with vCore Over-voltage
(Maximum vCore 1.55V)
CPU Clock Multiplier: 4X-25.5X in 0.5X increments
DRAM Voltage: Auto, 2.65V to 3.2V in .05V to .1V increments
HyperTransport Frequency: 1000MHz (1GHz)
HyperTransport Multiplier: Auto, 1X to 5X
PCI Express Voltage: 1.2V, 1.3V, 1.4V, 1.5V
Southbridge Overvoltage: Enabled (+0.1v)
PEG Link Mode: Auto, Disabled, Normal, Fast, Faster
PEG Bugger Length: Auto, Short, Long, Longer, Longest
AI Overclocking: Manual, Auto*, Standard*, Overclock Profile
*Set CPU Frequency and Other Parameters Automatically
Overclock Profile Options: 3%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 30%
Memory Slots: Four 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots
Dual-Channel Configuration
Regular Unbuffered or ECC Memory to 4GB Total
Expansion Slots: 2 PCIe x16
1 PCIe x1
3 PCI Slots
1 Asus MVP Switch Card in Secondary (Black) PCIe Slot
Onboard SATA/RAID: 4 SATA2 Drives by ULi M1575
(RAID 0, 1, 1+0, 5, JBOD)
Onboard IDE/IDE RAID: Two Standard ATA133/100/66 (4 drives)
Onboard USB 2.0/IEEE-1394: 8 USB 2.0 ports supported by ULi M1575
2 1394 Firewire by TI 1394
Onboard LAN: 1 Gigabit Ethernet
PCI Ethernet by Marvel Yukon 88E8001
Onboard Audio: Azalia HD Audio by ADI AD1986A Soundmax codec
De dingen waar ik tegen aan liep:
Weinig ruimte rondom de socket: Ik kon me Zalman 9500 alleen maar van onder naar boven er op zetten. Gedraait kan niet doordat de bevestigings clips dan tegen elco's ( vlakbij de mostvett heatsink ) aan komen.
Weinig ruimte bij de NB: Ik kon alleen de standaart cooler gebruiken. De DFI orb die ongeveer even groot is past niet omdat hij dan net een elco raakt. Alleen een zalman blokje zou kunnen werken.
Mobo heeft maar 1.52v V-core: 1.45v is de max daar kun je 1.52 van maken met de v-core overvolt.
Mobo heeft veel problemen met T1 timings: Me ballistix willen maar 240 mhz T1 op de DFI wouden die makkelijk 280 MHz T1 lopen. Zet ik T1 uit gaat het wel goed.
Er zijn meer mensen die last hebben van de bovenstaande problemen. Ik hoop dat Asus de laatste 2 kan fixen met een bios update. Verder werkt het mobo wel aardig. Alleen ik heb het niet goed kunnen vergelijken met mijn DFI omdat ik gewoon niet de zelfde v-core kan instellen voor de cpu.
Ik hoop dat er meer mensen zijn die hier hun ervaring komen delen.
Bios Files:
Bios 0402:
http://dlsvr01.asus.com/p...t939/A8R-MVP/a8rm0402.zip
Description A8R-MVP BIOS version 0402
Support RAID5 function (Installing RAID5, ULI SATA RAID driver version 1.0.5.2a must be used).
Er is niet veel gefixt. Dus ik denk dat de v-core bug en T1 bug er nog in zitten maar ik ga het testen.
Drivers:
Nieuwe Raid drivers v1.0.5.2a :
Description ULi Chipset Driver version 1.0.5.2a
ULi M1575 Chipset Driver V1.0.5.2a for Windows 2000/XP/2003 and Windows 64bit XP/2003.(WHQL)
http://dlsvr01.asus.com/p...A8R-MVP/ULI_SATA1052a.zip
En Nieuwe Chipset drivers van ULi zelf v2.13 :
ftp://www.uli.com.tw/driver/Integrated213.zip
Even wat specs:
Supports AMD Socket 939 Athlon 64 X2
The A8R-MVP supports AMD 939-pin Athlon™ 64 X2 Dual-Core processor with 1MB x2 or 512KB x2 L2 cache which is based on 64-bit architecture. It features better multithreaded / multitasking performance than Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64.
ATI CrossFire Technology
ATI's CrossFire boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to crank 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-Core CPU
Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from the latest dual-core CPU. The advanced processing technology contains two physical CPU cores with individually dedicated L2 cache to satisfy the rising demand for more powerful processing capability.
64-bit CPU support
64-bit computing, the next generation technology to replace 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Dual Channel DDR400
Dual channel DDR technology doubles the bandwidth of your system memory and hence boost the system performance to out perform any memory existing solutions in the market. System bottlenecks are eliminated with balanced architecture and peak bandwidths up to 6.4GB/s.
ADI High Definition Audio
The onboard 6-channel High Definition audio CODEC enables high-quality ADI AD1986A audio CODEC, which automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, meaning there will be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out and Mic jacks.
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.
PEG Link
This latest technology, PEG (PCI Express Graphics) Link Mode, is a unique feature that enables users to boost graphics card performance for superior video quality. PEG Link allows users to raise GPU and VGA memory throughput via the motherboard BIOS the same way system bus and memory bus are tweaked. PEG Link Mode enables powerful video performance on DX8 and DX9 applications. ASUS engineers carefully fine-tuned the parameters for every single PCI-Express card to provide system stability during high-speed graphics 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 8-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 - SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) allows FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 400MHz at 1MHz increments.
IEEE 1394a
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.
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 Q-Fan
ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS2
The CrashFree BIOS2 feature now includes the BIOS auto-recovery function in a support CD. Users can reboot their system through the support CD when a bootable disk is not available and go through the simple BIOS auto-recovery process. ASUS motherboards now enable users to enjoy this protection feature without the need to pay for an optional ROM.
ASUS EZ Flash
With ASUS EZ Flash, you can update BIOS before entering operating system. No more DOS-based flash utility and bootable diskette required.

CPU Interface: Socket 939 Athlon 64
Chipset: ATI RD480 Northbridge - ULi M1575 Southbridge
Bus Speeds:"" 200 to 400MHz in 1MHz Increments
Memory Speeds: DDR200, 266, 333, 400 (433, 466, 500 with Rev. E AMD)
PCIe Speeds: 100 to 150MHz in 1MHz Increments
PCI/AGP: Fixed at 33/66
Core Voltage: Auto, 0.8V to 1.45V in 0.025V increments PLUS 0.1V with vCore Over-voltage
(Maximum vCore 1.55V)
CPU Clock Multiplier: 4X-25.5X in 0.5X increments
DRAM Voltage: Auto, 2.65V to 3.2V in .05V to .1V increments
HyperTransport Frequency: 1000MHz (1GHz)
HyperTransport Multiplier: Auto, 1X to 5X
PCI Express Voltage: 1.2V, 1.3V, 1.4V, 1.5V
Southbridge Overvoltage: Enabled (+0.1v)
PEG Link Mode: Auto, Disabled, Normal, Fast, Faster
PEG Bugger Length: Auto, Short, Long, Longer, Longest
AI Overclocking: Manual, Auto*, Standard*, Overclock Profile
*Set CPU Frequency and Other Parameters Automatically
Overclock Profile Options: 3%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 30%
Memory Slots: Four 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots
Dual-Channel Configuration
Regular Unbuffered or ECC Memory to 4GB Total
Expansion Slots: 2 PCIe x16
1 PCIe x1
3 PCI Slots
1 Asus MVP Switch Card in Secondary (Black) PCIe Slot
Onboard SATA/RAID: 4 SATA2 Drives by ULi M1575
(RAID 0, 1, 1+0, 5, JBOD)
Onboard IDE/IDE RAID: Two Standard ATA133/100/66 (4 drives)
Onboard USB 2.0/IEEE-1394: 8 USB 2.0 ports supported by ULi M1575
2 1394 Firewire by TI 1394
Onboard LAN: 1 Gigabit Ethernet
PCI Ethernet by Marvel Yukon 88E8001
Onboard Audio: Azalia HD Audio by ADI AD1986A Soundmax codec
De dingen waar ik tegen aan liep:
Weinig ruimte rondom de socket: Ik kon me Zalman 9500 alleen maar van onder naar boven er op zetten. Gedraait kan niet doordat de bevestigings clips dan tegen elco's ( vlakbij de mostvett heatsink ) aan komen.
Weinig ruimte bij de NB: Ik kon alleen de standaart cooler gebruiken. De DFI orb die ongeveer even groot is past niet omdat hij dan net een elco raakt. Alleen een zalman blokje zou kunnen werken.
Mobo heeft maar 1.52v V-core: 1.45v is de max daar kun je 1.52 van maken met de v-core overvolt.
Mobo heeft veel problemen met T1 timings: Me ballistix willen maar 240 mhz T1 op de DFI wouden die makkelijk 280 MHz T1 lopen. Zet ik T1 uit gaat het wel goed.
Er zijn meer mensen die last hebben van de bovenstaande problemen. Ik hoop dat Asus de laatste 2 kan fixen met een bios update. Verder werkt het mobo wel aardig. Alleen ik heb het niet goed kunnen vergelijken met mijn DFI omdat ik gewoon niet de zelfde v-core kan instellen voor de cpu.
Ik hoop dat er meer mensen zijn die hier hun ervaring komen delen.
Bios Files:
Bios 0402:
http://dlsvr01.asus.com/p...t939/A8R-MVP/a8rm0402.zip
Description A8R-MVP BIOS version 0402
Support RAID5 function (Installing RAID5, ULI SATA RAID driver version 1.0.5.2a must be used).
Er is niet veel gefixt. Dus ik denk dat de v-core bug en T1 bug er nog in zitten maar ik ga het testen.
Drivers:
Nieuwe Raid drivers v1.0.5.2a :
Description ULi Chipset Driver version 1.0.5.2a
ULi M1575 Chipset Driver V1.0.5.2a for Windows 2000/XP/2003 and Windows 64bit XP/2003.(WHQL)
http://dlsvr01.asus.com/p...A8R-MVP/ULI_SATA1052a.zip
En Nieuwe Chipset drivers van ULi zelf v2.13 :
ftp://www.uli.com.tw/driver/Integrated213.zip
[ Voor 6% gewijzigd door Astennu op 08-01-2006 11:03 ]
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