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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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...DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066/800/667MHz memory modules * DDR2 1066 is supported by AM3 / AM2+ CPU only. ** We recommend that you install the DDR2 1200 memory modules on the next page) ix M4A78-EM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots AMD® Socket... ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 GPU Supports HDMI™ with Phenom™ II / Athlon™ x4 / Athlon™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 processors (AM3 CPU) Supports 45nm CPU AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 Technology (depends on CPU type) Supports CPU up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified...
...DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066/800/667MHz memory modules * DDR2 1066 is supported by AM3 / AM2+ CPU only. ** We recommend that you install the DDR2 1200 memory modules on the next page) ix M4A78-EM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots AMD® Socket... ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 GPU Supports HDMI™ with Phenom™ II / Athlon™ x4 / Athlon™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 processors (AM3 CPU) Supports 45nm CPU AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 Technology (depends on CPU type) Supports CPU up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified...
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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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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 connector 8Mb...
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 connector 8Mb...
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...; x3 / Athlon™ x2 AM3 CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A78-EM motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!
...; x3 / Athlon™ x2 AM3 CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A78-EM motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!
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...; x3 / Athlon™ x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors. It features the future mainstream Hybrid CrossFire technology that you install the DDR2 1200 memory modules on the ASUS official Memory Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL). HyperTransport™ 3.0 support 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more...
...; x3 / Athlon™ x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors. It features the future mainstream Hybrid CrossFire technology that you install the DDR2 1200 memory modules on the ASUS official Memory Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL). HyperTransport™ 3.0 support 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more...
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...easy data backup to personalize your system. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-3 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is enhanced with an ACPI management function to the Internet. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos ...CPU support 64-bit computing, the next generation technology that contains the BIOS file. Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is an auto-recovery tool that allows you can instantly surf the Internet without entering the Windows® OS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. This motherboard...
...easy data backup to personalize your system. ASUS M4A78-EM 1-3 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is enhanced with an ACPI management function to the Internet. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos ...CPU support 64-bit computing, the next generation technology that contains the BIOS file. Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is an auto-recovery tool that allows you can instantly surf the Internet without entering the Windows® OS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. This motherboard...
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... is designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Small triangle Gold triangle 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction otherwise, the CPU will not fit in completely. 3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to prevent bending the pins and ... processor. Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it fits in one correct orientation. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. It also supports AM3 CPUs including Phenom™ II / Athlon™ x4 / Athlon™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 processors. Right ...
... is designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Small triangle Gold triangle 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction otherwise, the CPU will not fit in completely. 3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to prevent bending the pins and ... processor. Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it fits in one correct orientation. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. It also supports AM3 CPUs including Phenom™ II / Athlon™ x4 / Athlon™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 processors. Right ...
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...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 DIMM socket Chip Brand support (Optional) A* B* C* 5-5-5-15 Heat-Sink Package N/A ··· ...Heat-Sink Package Transcend · · • Due to AM2+ / AM3 CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1200/1066 DIMM is the standard way of 2) Transcend ... 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL ASUS M4A78-EM Part No. M2GVD6G3H3160Q1E52 SS M2OAD6G3H3160Q1E58 SS AD2800E001GOU SS M2GVD6G314170Q1E58 DS AD2800E002GOU DS...
...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 DIMM socket Chip Brand support (Optional) A* B* C* 5-5-5-15 Heat-Sink Package N/A ··· ...Heat-Sink Package Transcend · · • Due to AM2+ / AM3 CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1200/1066 DIMM is the standard way of 2) Transcend ... 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL ASUS M4A78-EM Part No. M2GVD6G3H3160Q1E52 SS M2OAD6G3H3160Q1E58 SS AD2800E001GOU SS M2GVD6G314170Q1E58 DS AD2800E002GOU DS...
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... to the fan connectors. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction DO NOT forget... to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Power, CPU, and chassis fan connectors (3-pin ...
... to the fan connectors. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction DO NOT forget... to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Power, CPU, and chassis fan connectors (3-pin ...
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... Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.3.4 SATA Configuration The Storage Configuration menu allows you to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this menu. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects ...the auto-detected CPU specification. Allows you to [Enabled]. Setting this item to set to [Auto], the data transfer from a hard disk drive included in this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. ASUS M4A78-EM 2-9 Configuration ...
... Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.3.4 SATA Configuration The Storage Configuration menu allows you to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this menu. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects ...the auto-detected CPU specification. Allows you to [Enabled]. Setting this item to set to [Auto], the data transfer from a hard disk drive included in this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. ASUS M4A78-EM 2-9 Configuration ...