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M4A78 PLUS specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors ASUS overclocking features BIOS Accessories Form Factor Support DVD 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x RJ45 port 1 x ESATA port 1 x S/PDIF Out port (Optical) 9 x USB 2.0/1.1... v2.0, WfM2.0, ACPIv2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x 2in1 SATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1x I/O Shield User manual ATX form factor: 12'' x 8.8'' (30.5cm x 22.3cm) Drivers ASUS LiveUpdate Utility ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
M4A78 PLUS specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors ASUS overclocking features BIOS Accessories Form Factor Support DVD 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x RJ45 port 1 x ESATA port 1 x S/PDIF Out port (Optical) 9 x USB 2.0/1.1... v2.0, WfM2.0, ACPIv2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x 2in1 SATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1x I/O Shield User manual ATX form factor: 12'' x 8.8'' (30.5cm x 22.3cm) Drivers ASUS LiveUpdate Utility ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...so may need IRQ assignments. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing ...5. Failure to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for later use . Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI ...
...so may need IRQ assignments. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing ...5. Failure to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for later use . Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI ...
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... Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions/ Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. The contents of your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you can install to locate the...8226; Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in your computer. 1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). To run the DVD. 1-30 ASUS M4A78 PLUS Refer to change at www.asus.com...
... Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions/ Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. The contents of your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you can install to locate the...8226; Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in your computer. 1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). To run the DVD. 1-30 ASUS M4A78 PLUS Refer to change at www.asus.com...
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... to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet. Always update the utility to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from...
... to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet. Always update the utility to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from...
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Be cautious when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Ensure to install the AHCI driver to detect and use SATA port 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 in AHCI mode under OS. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect ...
Be cautious when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Ensure to install the AHCI driver to detect and use SATA port 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 in AHCI mode under OS. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect ...
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...Updation [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the AMD Secure Virtual Machine mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 2-12 ASUS M4A78 PLUS Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the microcode updation. GART ...over voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Prefetching [Enabled] Allows you to 2.24375V with a 0.00625V interval. The driver developer may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C1E Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable...
...Updation [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the AMD Secure Virtual Machine mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 2-12 ASUS M4A78 PLUS Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the microcode updation. GART ...over voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Prefetching [Enabled] Allows you to 2.24375V with a 0.00625V interval. The driver developer may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C1E Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable...