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... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-6 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-6 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-7 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-7 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-7 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-7 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-7 2.2.9 General ...
... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-6 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-6 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-7 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-7 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-7 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-7 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-7 2.2.9 General ...
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... describes the features of the BIOS parameters are also provided. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your...
... describes the features of the BIOS parameters are also provided. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your...
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...the discrete GPUs which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. ** The minimum system requirements of playing HD-DVD and Blu-ray disc: Graphics shared memory of 4GB or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. M4A78-EM specifications summary CPU ... PCIe x1 slot 2 x PCI slots (continued on the yellow slots for better performance. *** Refer to 1920x1200 (1080P) Supports DVI-D (HDCP compliant) with max. resolution up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). **** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system...
...the discrete GPUs which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. ** The minimum system requirements of playing HD-DVD and Blu-ray disc: Graphics shared memory of 4GB or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. M4A78-EM specifications summary CPU ... PCIe x1 slot 2 x PCI slots (continued on the yellow slots for better performance. *** Refer to 1920x1200 (1080P) Supports DVI-D (HDCP compliant) with max. resolution up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). **** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system...
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M4A78-EM specifications summary Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports AMD SB700 southbridge: - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 connector - 5 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations (for Windows® Vista only) - 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port supports JBOD Realtek® ALC887 High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detect and...
M4A78-EM specifications summary Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports AMD SB700 southbridge: - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 connector - 5 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations (for Windows® Vista only) - 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port supports JBOD Realtek® ALC887 High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detect and...
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xi M4A78-EM specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Form factor Support DVD 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x IDE connector 1 x COM connector 1 x LPT connector 5 x SATA connectors 1 x High definition front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x CD audio-in connector 1 x S/PDIF_OUT connector 1 x CPU / 1 x Power / 1 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power...
xi M4A78-EM specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Form factor Support DVD 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x IDE connector 1 x COM connector 1 x LPT connector 5 x SATA connectors 1 x High definition front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x CD audio-in connector 1 x S/PDIF_OUT connector 1 x CPU / 1 x Power / 1 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power...
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Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A78-EM motherboard 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing...
Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A78-EM motherboard 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing...
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...support 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth than HT1.0 that significantly optimizes your 3D performance. When four DDR2 1200/1066 DIMMs are installed, all DIMMs run at www.asus.com and purchase the memory modules on the ASUS... Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction AMD® Socket AM2+/AM2 Phenom™ x4 / Phenom™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD®...
...support 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth than HT1.0 that significantly optimizes your 3D performance. When four DDR2 1200/1066 DIMMs are installed, all DIMMs run at www.asus.com and purchase the memory modules on the ASUS... Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction AMD® Socket AM2+/AM2 Phenom™ x4 / Phenom™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD®...
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... Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output and jack-detect feature that contains the BIOS file. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-3 1.3.2 64-bit CPU support 64-bit computing, the next generation technology that gives you quick access to the Internet. Gigabit LAN solution The ... to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports hard drives based on environment that replaces the current 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access, and ...
... Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output and jack-detect feature that contains the BIOS file. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-3 1.3.2 64-bit CPU support 64-bit computing, the next generation technology that gives you quick access to the Internet. Gigabit LAN solution The ... to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports hard drives based on environment that replaces the current 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access, and ...
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It also supports AM3 CPUs including Phenom™ II / Athlon™ x4 / Athlon™ x3 ...8482; x4 / Phenom™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processors. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. The AM2+ / AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. 1.6.1 ...Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Right 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to unlock the Socket lever ...
It also supports AM3 CPUs including Phenom™ II / Athlon™ x4 / Athlon™ x3 ...8482; x4 / Phenom™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processors. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. The AM2+ / AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. 1.6.1 ...Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Right 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to unlock the Socket lever ...
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...32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For ... �y�o�u�a��re��u�s�in Channel A and Channel B. M4A78-EM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. The motherboard supports up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. SS/DS CL Chip NO. 2048MB(Kit of...
...32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For ... �y�o�u�a��re��u�s�in Channel A and Channel B. M4A78-EM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. The motherboard supports up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. SS/DS CL Chip NO. 2048MB(Kit of...
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...depends on the next page) Chip Brand VDATA ADATA N/A VDATA N/A Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer Corsair Corsair Corsair N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL N/A DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C ··· 1-13 DDR2-800MHz capability Size Vendor 512MB A-Data 512MB A-Data 2048MB(Kit of 2) A-Data 1024MB A-Data 4096MB(Kit of 2) A-Data ...HYS64T128000EU-1.9-C2 2048MB(Kit of 2) Transcend TX1066QLU-2GK 4096MB(kit of 2) Crucial 512MB G.SKILL 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL ASUS M4A78-EM Part No.
...depends on the next page) Chip Brand VDATA ADATA N/A VDATA N/A Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer Corsair Corsair Corsair N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL N/A DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C ··· 1-13 DDR2-800MHz capability Size Vendor 512MB A-Data 512MB A-Data 2048MB(Kit of 2) A-Data 1024MB A-Data 4096MB(Kit of 2) A-Data ...HYS64T128000EU-1.9-C2 2048MB(Kit of 2) Transcend TX1066QLU-2GK 4096MB(kit of 2) Crucial 512MB G.SKILL 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL ASUS M4A78-EM Part No.
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... PSC PSC PSC PSC Qimonda Qimonda Qimonda Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Super Talent Micron Transced ELPIDA Transced Transcend Mircon Transced Elpida Elpida DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C ··· 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction
... PSC PSC PSC PSC Qimonda Qimonda Qimonda Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Super Talent Micron Transced ELPIDA Transced Transcend Mircon Transced Elpida Elpida DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C ··· 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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ASUS M4A78-EM 1-15 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DIMM socket Chip Brand support (Optional) A* B* C* N/A AD20908A8A-3EG 30724 ADATA ··· 5 AM4B5708JQJS7E0751C Apacer ··· 5 AM4B5708GQJS7E06332F Apacer ··... 5 A3R12E3GEF633ACAOY PSC ··· SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black slots as one pair...
ASUS M4A78-EM 1-15 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DIMM socket Chip Brand support (Optional) A* B* C* N/A AD20908A8A-3EG 30724 ADATA ··· 5 AM4B5708JQJS7E0751C Apacer ··· 5 AM4B5708GQJS7E06332F Apacer ··... 5 A3R12E3GEF633ACAOY PSC ··· SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black slots as one pair...
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... Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. The DIMM might get damaged when it... force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 DDR2 DIMM notch 2.
... Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. The DIMM might get damaged when it... force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 DDR2 DIMM notch 2.
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... cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Align the card connector with the screw ... with PCI specifications. 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 specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that you intend to the card. 3. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-17
... cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Align the card connector with the screw ... with PCI specifications. 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 specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that you intend to the card. 3. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-17
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...sound playback is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to [AHCI]. This port... Configuration for USB 2.0 devices. 13. The dual display function works only under Windows. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual display output support • This table indicates that whether the following dual display outputs are for details. 14. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration...
...sound playback is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to [AHCI]. This port... Configuration for USB 2.0 devices. 13. The dual display function works only under Windows. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual display output support • This table indicates that whether the following dual display outputs are for details. 14. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration...
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... power rating. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you intend to install additional devices. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for details. 1-22 Chapter 1: ...• If you use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12...
... power rating. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you intend to install additional devices. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for details. 1-22 Chapter 1: ...• If you use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12...
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...Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is removed to configure your devices: Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting Cable-Select or Master Cable-Select Master Slave Mode of device(s) - LPT is standardized as a printer. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-23 2. There ...are three connectors on IBM PC-compatible computers. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to match the covered ...
...Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is removed to configure your devices: Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting Cable-Select or Master Cable-Select Master Slave Mode of device(s) - LPT is standardized as a printer. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-23 2. There ...are three connectors on IBM PC-compatible computers. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to match the covered ...
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If you install Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set the OnChip SATA Type item in the Support DVD. • If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations through the onboard SB700 chipset. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is purchased separately. 1-24 Chapter 1: ...
If you install Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set the OnChip SATA Type item in the Support DVD. • If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations through the onboard SB700 chipset. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is purchased separately. 1-24 Chapter 1: ...
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... is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off button This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-25 Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or...the HDD. • System warning speaker This 4-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system...
... is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off button This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-25 Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or...the HDD. • System warning speaker This 4-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system...