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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M3N78-EMH HDMI specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M3N78-EMH HDMI specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13...
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...possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not damaged. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your local power company...8226; If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that...
...possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not damaged. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your local power company...8226; If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that...
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Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. viii About this guide is organized This manual contains the ...description of the support CD / DVD that comes with the motherboard package. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide ...
Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. viii About this guide is organized This manual contains the ...description of the support CD / DVD that comes with the motherboard package. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide ...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
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See page 1-9 for details. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is based on it another standout in...
See page 1-9 for details. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is based on it another standout in...
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...1, RAID 5, RAID 0+1, and JBOD configurations for AM2+ CPU only. DDR2 1066 is for six SATA connectors. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports SATA hard drives based on next generation memory technology. It also supports HyperTransport TM 3.0 interface, PCI Express ... via a single cable and is optimized with HDMI / DVI output. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which...
...1, RAID 5, RAID 0+1, and JBOD configurations for AM2+ CPU only. DDR2 1066 is for six SATA connectors. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports SATA hard drives based on next generation memory technology. It also supports HyperTransport TM 3.0 interface, PCI Express ... via a single cable and is optimized with HDMI / DVI output. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which...
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...This motherboard supports Dual-VGA output (RGB & HDMI / DVI). HyperTransportTM 3.0 support HyperTransportTM 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwith than HyperTransportTM 1.0, radically improving system efficiency to download the lastest Hybrid SLI driver after NVIDIA get the Hybrid SLI function prepared. HDMI ...bit audio output, jack-detect feature. Hybrid SLITM Hybrid SLITM technology is compliant with this series motherboard GPUs. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to create a smoother, faster computing environment. Hybrid SLI technology today includes two primary feaures:...
...This motherboard supports Dual-VGA output (RGB & HDMI / DVI). HyperTransportTM 3.0 support HyperTransportTM 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwith than HyperTransportTM 1.0, radically improving system efficiency to download the lastest Hybrid SLI driver after NVIDIA get the Hybrid SLI function prepared. HDMI ...bit audio output, jack-detect feature. Hybrid SLITM Hybrid SLITM technology is compliant with this series motherboard GPUs. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to create a smoother, faster computing environment. Hybrid SLI technology today includes two primary feaures:...
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... system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See pages 2-4 and 2-37 for each parameter. When...
... system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See pages 2-4 and 2-37 for each parameter. When...
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... to indicate that the ATX power supply is detached from the power supply. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. R SB_PWR M3N78-EMH HDMI ON Standby Power M3N78-EMH HDMI Onboard LED OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any...
... to indicate that the ATX power supply is detached from the power supply. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. R SB_PWR M3N78-EMH HDMI ON Standby Power M3N78-EMH HDMI Onboard LED OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis R M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws!
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis R M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws!
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Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI CPU Socket AM2+ 2. The CPU fits in completely. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100°...lever Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2+ / AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. Ensure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-
Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI CPU Socket AM2+ 2. The CPU fits in completely. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100°...lever Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2+ / AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. Ensure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-
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When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard. 3. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place, push down ... orientation. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5.
When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard. 3. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place, push down ... orientation. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5.
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... ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD... Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-11 Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and...
... ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD... Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-11 Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and...
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...-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-13 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 128 Pins 112 Pins R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel...
...-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-13 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 128 Pins 112 Pins R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel...
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... support 8 GB physical memory on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction The motherboard can only run at 800 MHz. • Always use this excess memory space and the system will not cause any of 2 GB DIMMs on the...
... support 8 GB physical memory on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction The motherboard can only run at 800 MHz. • Always use this excess memory space and the system will not cause any of 2 GB DIMMs on the...
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... the socket such that it flips out with extra force. 2. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-17
... the socket such that it flips out with extra force. 2. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-17
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...or removing expansion cards. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you intend to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you may cause... you removed earlier. 6. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Install the software drivers for later use . Keep the screw for the...
...or removing expansion cards. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you intend to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you may cause... you removed earlier. 6. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Install the software drivers for later use . Keep the screw for the...
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... do not need IRQ assignments. UB11 - LSMB - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared LATA - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - LMAC - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - LNKB - UB12 - LPMU - shared - - - - - - - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot1 PCI slot2 PCI EX1 Slot PCI EX16 slot Onboard USB1.1 (OHCI) Onboard USB 1.1 (OHCI) Onboard USB2.0 (EHCI) Onboard USB2.0 (EHCI) Onboard IDE...
... do not need IRQ assignments. UB11 - LSMB - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared LATA - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - LMAC - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - LNKB - UB12 - LPMU - shared - - - - - - - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot1 PCI slot2 PCI EX1 Slot PCI EX16 slot Onboard USB1.1 (OHCI) Onboard USB 1.1 (OHCI) Onboard USB2.0 (EHCI) Onboard USB2.0 (EHCI) Onboard IDE...