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...AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS ...AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash 並按下 鍵。 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 All Rights Reserved For C51PV...
...AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS ...AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash 並按下 鍵。 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 All Rights Reserved For C51PV...
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... Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd.... All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility ...
... Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd.... All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility ...
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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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... drives supporting RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 0+1, and JBOD configuration Realtek® ALC883 High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports S/PDIF out interface, Jack-detect and multi- M3N78-EMH HDMI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio USB LAN Supports AMD socket AM2+ / AM2 for AMD Phenom™...
... drives supporting RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 0+1, and JBOD configuration Realtek® ALC883 High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports S/PDIF out interface, Jack-detect and multi- M3N78-EMH HDMI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio USB LAN Supports AMD socket AM2+ / AM2 for AMD Phenom™...
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...: - vDIMM: 8-step DRAM voltage control Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS): - ASUS CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 4 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x...power connector 1 x 4-pin x ATX 12V power connector 1 x System panel connector (continued on the next page) xi AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU Frequency Tuner) Precision Tweaker: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Other Feature: - M3N78-EMH HDMI specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Overclocking Features BIOS features Rear panel ...
...: - vDIMM: 8-step DRAM voltage control Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS): - ASUS CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 4 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x...power connector 1 x 4-pin x ATX 12V power connector 1 x System panel connector (continued on the next page) xi AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU Frequency Tuner) Precision Tweaker: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Other Feature: - M3N78-EMH HDMI specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Overclocking Features BIOS features Rear panel ...
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...-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200 MT/s via HyperTransport 3.0 based system bus. See page 1-9 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...
...-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200 MT/s via HyperTransport 3.0 based system bus. See page 1-9 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...
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... graphics and other protected content. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports SATA hard drives based on next generation memory technology. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which monitors system operation...
... graphics and other protected content. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports SATA hard drives based on next generation memory technology. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which monitors system operation...
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...Product introduction Hybrid SLITM Hybrid SLITM technology is compliant with this series motherboard GPUs. GeForce Boost turbo-charges performance of data such as video, audio, and voice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to create a smoother, faster computing environment. Gigabit LAN ...bandwidth which enhances system performance.See page 1-21 for a quiet, low power PC experience. Dual VGA output This motherboard supports Dual-VGA output (RGB & HDMI / DVI). The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz...
...Product introduction Hybrid SLITM Hybrid SLITM technology is compliant with this series motherboard GPUs. GeForce Boost turbo-charges performance of data such as video, audio, and voice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to create a smoother, faster computing environment. Gigabit LAN ...bandwidth which enhances system performance.See page 1-21 for a quiet, low power PC experience. Dual VGA output This motherboard supports Dual-VGA output (RGB & HDMI / DVI). The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz...
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...C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. See page 2-7 for each parameter. See page 1-...BIOS file. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in line with the European Union's Restriction on the use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to overclocking. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature ...
...C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. See page 2-7 for each parameter. See page 1-...BIOS file. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in line with the European Union's Restriction on the use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to overclocking. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature ...
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...M3N78-EMH HDMI ON Standby Power M3N78-EMH HDMI Onboard LED OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that the ATX... a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The illustration below shows the location of the following ...
...M3N78-EMH HDMI ON Standby Power M3N78-EMH HDMI Onboard LED OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that the ATX... a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The illustration below shows the location of the following ...
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. 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. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 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. 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. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 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
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DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle. R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI CPU Socket AM2+ 2. Ensure that the socket lever is designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- The AM2+ / AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2+...only one correct orientation. Socket lever Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (...
DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle. R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI CPU Socket AM2+ 2. Ensure that the socket lever is designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1- The AM2+ / AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2+...only one correct orientation. Socket lever Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (...
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... indicate that it fits in one correct orientation. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail 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 plug this connector. 1-10 Chapter...
... indicate that it fits in one correct orientation. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail 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 plug this connector. 1-10 Chapter...
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...Phenom™ FX / Phenom™ processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-11 Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. If the instructions in this section do not have to the CPU heatsink... 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 fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and ...
...Phenom™ FX / Phenom™ processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-11 Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. If the instructions in this section do not have to the CPU heatsink... 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 fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and ...
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...-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - - - Populated ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-13 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules...
...-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - - - Populated ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-13 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules...
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... the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-17 Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with extra force. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM...
... the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-17 Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with extra force. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM...
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Interrupt assignments IRQ Standard function 0 Standard timer 1 Keyboard 2 High precision event timer 3 IRQ holder for PCI steering 4 COM1 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering 6 Floppy controller 7 Printer port 8 High precision event timer 9 AMD ACPI-Compliant system 10 IRQ holder for PCI steering 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering 12 Microsoft PS/2 mouse 13 Numeric data processor 14 Primary IDE 15 Slave IDE * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-19
Interrupt assignments IRQ Standard function 0 Standard timer 1 Keyboard 2 High precision event timer 3 IRQ holder for PCI steering 4 COM1 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering 6 Floppy controller 7 Printer port 8 High precision event timer 9 AMD ACPI-Compliant system 10 IRQ holder for PCI steering 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering 12 Microsoft PS/2 mouse 13 Numeric data processor 14 Primary IDE 15 Slave IDE * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-19
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...figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-21 The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot ...This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
...figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS M3N78-EMH HDMI 1-21 The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot ...This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
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Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. ...
Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. R M3N78-EMH HDMI M3N78-EMH HDMI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. ...