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... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-30 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 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields ...Chipset 2-13 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-14 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-15 2.4.6 USB Configuration 2-15 2.5 Power menu 2-16 2.5.1 Suspend Mode 2-16 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-16 iv
... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-30 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 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields ...Chipset 2-13 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-14 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-15 2.4.6 USB Configuration 2-15 2.5 Power menu 2-16 2.5.1 Suspend Mode 2-16 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-16 iv
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...features of the BIOS parameters are not damaged. 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 change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place ... product on it, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure...
...features of the BIOS parameters are not damaged. 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 change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place ... product on it, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure...
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... on the blue slots for better performance. ** DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 is supported by AM3/AM2+ CPU only. *** Due to AM3/AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 is supported per channel. ****Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you...only recognize less than 3GB. RGB & HDMI * Refer to 512MB Supports DVI-D with HDCP compliant with max. resolution up to 125W AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 technology (depending on the next page) M4A785-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots AMD...
... on the blue slots for better performance. ** DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 is supported by AM3/AM2+ CPU only. *** Due to AM3/AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 is supported per channel. ****Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you...only recognize less than 3GB. RGB & HDMI * Refer to 512MB Supports DVI-D with HDCP compliant with max. resolution up to 125W AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 technology (depending on the next page) M4A785-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots AMD...
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..., Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking Supports up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - FSB tuning from 100MHz up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back I /O ports (continued on the next page) xi M4A785-M specifications summary Storage Audio USB LAN ASUS unique features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports 1 x Ultra...
..., Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking Supports up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - FSB tuning from 100MHz up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back I /O ports (continued on the next page) xi M4A785-M specifications summary Storage Audio USB LAN ASUS unique features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports 1 x Ultra...
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xii M4A785-M specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 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 6 x SATA connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 8Mb Flash ROM...
xii M4A785-M specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 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 6 x SATA connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 8Mb Flash ROM...
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... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A785-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! 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® M4A785-M motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction...
... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A785-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! 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® M4A785-M motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction...
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...operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a smoother and faster computing environment. DDR2 1200 (O.C.) This motherboard supports DDR2 1200 (O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth than HT1.0 that radically improves system efficiency .../s via coaxial and optical S/PDIF_OUT (SONYPHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to...
...operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a smoother and faster computing environment. DDR2 1200 (O.C.) This motherboard supports DDR2 1200 (O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth than HT1.0 that radically improves system efficiency .../s via coaxial and optical S/PDIF_OUT (SONYPHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to...
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...be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. ASUS M4A785-M 1-3 With such diversity of peripherals are able to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. HDMI support HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller..... • The actual boot time depends on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. 1.3.2 Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering...
...be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. ASUS M4A785-M 1-3 With such diversity of peripherals are able to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. HDMI support HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller..... • The actual boot time depends on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. 1.3.2 Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering...
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... the button. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently... adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to personalize your system. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is not supported...
... the button. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently... adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to personalize your system. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is not supported...
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... Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: - AD21066E002GU 78.0AG9S.9K4 78.AAGAL.9KZ CM2X1024-8500C5 CM2X1024-8500C5D CM2X2048... DS N/A Chip NO. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. M4A785-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. 2048MB(Kit of 2) Kingston KHX96002K2...
... Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: - AD21066E002GU 78.0AG9S.9K4 78.AAGAL.9KZ CM2X1024-8500C5 CM2X1024-8500C5D CM2X2048... DS N/A Chip NO. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. M4A785-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. 2048MB(Kit of 2) Kingston KHX96002K2...
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...(ECC) N/A Samsung M378T2953GZ3-CF7 6 Samsung K4T51083QG N/A Samsung M37875663QZ3-CF7 6 Samsung K4T1G084QQ-HCF7(ECC) N/A Samsung K4T2G084QA-HCF7 N/A Super Talent Heat-Sink Package 4 Micron 7HD22 D9GMH 5 DIMM support A* B* C* •• • •• (continued on the next page) 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction
...(ECC) N/A Samsung M378T2953GZ3-CF7 6 Samsung K4T51083QG N/A Samsung M37875663QZ3-CF7 6 Samsung K4T1G084QQ-HCF7(ECC) N/A Samsung K4T2G084QA-HCF7 N/A Super Talent Heat-Sink Package 4 Micron 7HD22 D9GMH 5 DIMM support A* B* C* •• • •• (continued on the next page) 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... CL N/A 5 5 5 5 N/A 5 5 N/A N/A 4 5-5-5-15 DIMM support A* B* C* 5-5-5-15 • • • 3 •• 5 •• 5 • •• N/A • • • ASUS M4A785-M 1-15 SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. 2048MB A-Data 512MB Apacer 512MB ... takeMS MS18T 51280-2.5P0716 DS TAKEMS MS18T1G80-205 E0907 DS UMAX U2S12D30TP-8E DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-8E DS Samsung K4T51083QE DS Hynix H5PS1G83EFRS6C 852AK DIMM support CL A* B* C* 5 •• 5 • •• 5 •• 5 • •• 5 • •• 5 ...
... CL N/A 5 5 5 5 N/A 5 5 N/A N/A 4 5-5-5-15 DIMM support A* B* C* 5-5-5-15 • • • 3 •• 5 •• 5 • •• N/A • • • ASUS M4A785-M 1-15 SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. 2048MB A-Data 512MB Apacer 512MB ... takeMS MS18T 51280-2.5P0716 DS TAKEMS MS18T1G80-205 E0907 DS UMAX U2S12D30TP-8E DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-8E DS Samsung K4T51083QE DS Hynix H5PS1G83EFRS6C 852AK DIMM support CL A* B* C* 5 •• 5 • •• 5 •• 5 • •• 5 • •• 5 ...
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR2-667MHz capability Size 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 4096MB ... DS takeMS MS18T 51280-3 5 TEAM TVDD1.02M667C4 DS TEAM T2D648PT-6 N/A UMAX D46701GP3-63BJU DS UMAX U2S12D30YP-6E N/A UMAX D46702GP0-73BCU DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-6E 5 DIMM support A* B* C* • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• •• • •• SS: Single-sided / DS: Double...
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR2-667MHz capability Size 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 4096MB ... DS takeMS MS18T 51280-3 5 TEAM TVDD1.02M667C4 DS TEAM T2D648PT-6 N/A UMAX D46701GP3-63BJU DS UMAX U2S12D30YP-6E N/A UMAX D46702GP0-73BCU DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-6E 5 DIMM support A* B* C* • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• •• • •• SS: Single-sided / DS: Double...
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...the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is properly seated. DIMM notch ASUS M4A785-M 1-17 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing... a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DO NOT 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 retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is properly seated. DIMM notch ASUS M4A785-M 1-17 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing... a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DO NOT 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...
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.... 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the...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 came with the screw you intend to install expansion cards. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 ...
.... 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the...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 came with the screw you intend to install expansion cards. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 ...
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... Playback to the D-Sub port has display. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. ASUS M4A785-M 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. Dual display output support • This table indicates that whether the following dual display outputs are supported on the OS). Rear Speaker Out - 6-channel Line In Front Speaker Out...sound playback is VIA 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 configure the settings. 11...
... Playback to the D-Sub port has display. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. ASUS M4A785-M 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. Dual display output support • This table indicates that whether the following dual display outputs are supported on the OS). Rear Speaker Out - 6-channel Line In Front Speaker Out...sound playback is VIA 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 configure the settings. 11...
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... for an ATX power supply. ASUS M4A785-M 1-23 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • We recommend that you intend to use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The system...
... for an ATX power supply. ASUS M4A785-M 1-23 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • We recommend that you intend to use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The system...
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... 1.5Gb/s specification. ASUS M4A785-M 1-25 3. The data transfer rate of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. • The motherboard does not provide...
... 1.5Gb/s specification. ASUS M4A785-M 1-25 3. The data transfer rate of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. • The motherboard does not provide...
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System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect the HDD Activity ... button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. 4. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep or soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This...
System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect the HDD Activity ... button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. 4. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep or soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This...
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5. ASUS M4A785-M 1-27 Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a ...slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Never connect...
5. ASUS M4A785-M 1-27 Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a ...slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Never connect...