ASUS EX-A320M Gaming DDR4 AMD Motherboard

The ASUS EX-A320M Gaming is a Micro-ATX motherboard built around the AMD A320 chipset, designed to deliver dependable performance for AMD AM4 platform builds. It supports AMD Ryzen 1st and 2nd Generation processors, Ryzen APUs with Radeon Vega Graphics, 7th Generation A-Series APUs, Athlon X4, and Athlon processors, with CPU support extending up to 8 cores. Memory capacity reaches up to 64 GB across four DIMM slots. With Ryzen processors, DDR4 speeds up to 3200 MHz (O.C.) are supported, while 7th Generation A-Series and Athlon X4 platforms top out at DDR4 2400 MHz. This flexibility makes the board compatible with a wide range of AMD builds, from entry-level home systems to internet café deployments. For graphics output, the board includes both an HDMI port (supporting up to 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz) and a DVI-D port (up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz), leveraging integrated graphics found in compatible AMD APUs. Discrete GPU support comes via a reinforced PCIe x16 slot protected by ASUS SafeSlot Core, which provides 1.6x stronger retention and 1.3x greater shearing resistance compared to standard slots. Storage options include one M.2 Socket 3 (type 2242/2260/2280/22110, supporting both SATA and PCIe Gen3 x4 modes with Ryzen processors) and four SATA 6 Gb/s ports. USB connectivity includes six USB 3.0 ports (four at the rear panel, two internal) and six USB 2.0 ports (two at rear, four internal), with USBGuard protection rated for 120% higher overvoltage tolerance. Audio is handled by the Realtek ALC887 8-channel HD CODEC, supplemented by audio shielding, dedicated PCB audio layers for channel separation, premium Japanese-made audio capacitors, and a unique de-pop circuit to eliminate startup noise. ASUS AURA Sync support and an RGB strip header allow system-wide RGB lighting control compatible with other ASUS ROG devices. The board's 5X Protection III suite includes SafeSlot Core, LANGuard, Overvoltage Protection, Stainless-Steel Back I/O, and DIGI VRM with a 6-phase digital power design. An anti-moisture coating provides protection against humidity and corrosion, making this board suited for densely used environments such as internet cafés. The UEFI AMI BIOS includes ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, and Q-Fan control. Verified Specifications: - Form Factor: Micro-ATX, 9.6 x 9.6 inches (24.4 x 24.4 cm) - Chipset: AMD A320 - Socket: AMD AM4 - Memory: 4 x DIMM, max 64 GB, DDR4 up to 3200 MHz O.C. (Ryzen) / 2400 MHz (A-Series) - Storage: 1 x M.2 (SATA & PCIe Gen3 x4), 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s - Display: 1 x HDMI (4K@24Hz), 1 x DVI-D (1920x1200@60Hz) - Audio: Realtek ALC887 8-channel HD - LAN: Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit - USB: 6 x USB 3.0, 6 x USB 2.0 - BIOS: 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI - Warranty: 3 Years