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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-30 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 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-30 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 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help...
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...Example: means that you must press the enclosed key. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you complete a task. Used to select. Typography Bold text Italics ...keys simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you...
...Example: means that you must press the enclosed key. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you complete a task. Used to select. Typography Bold text Italics ...keys simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you...
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... 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.5, ACPI v2.0a, 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form...
... 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.5, ACPI v2.0a, 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form...
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... according to system loading to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 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. GPU NOS is not supported in real time. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving...
... according to system loading to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 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. GPU NOS is not supported in real time. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving...
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.... The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. 1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This...
.... The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. 1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This...
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... > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. b. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you want to download then click Next. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that allows you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is...
... > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. b. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you want to download then click Next. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that allows you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is...
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... latest BIOS file to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through the Internet. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file ...BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: M4A785-M VER: 0304 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 07/29/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down...
... latest BIOS file to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through the Internet. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file ...BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: M4A785-M VER: 0304 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 07/29/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down...
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...fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. For motherboards without the floppy connector, prepare a USB flash disk before using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that allows you to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto ...This function supports USB flash disks with motherboard models. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The removable devices that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or to ensure system compatibility and stability. Turn on again. ASUS M4A785-M 2-3
...fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. For motherboards without the floppy connector, prepare a USB flash disk before using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that allows you to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto ...This function supports USB flash disks with motherboard models. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The removable devices that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or to ensure system compatibility and stability. Turn on again. ASUS M4A785-M 2-3
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... , POST continues with its parameters. Do this option only if you failed to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply to most conditions to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). They may not exactly match what you ... 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens in using the first two options. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to update the BIOS or configure its routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to guide you in this chapter are for this...
... , POST continues with its parameters. Do this option only if you failed to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply to most conditions to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). They may not exactly match what you ... 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens in using the first two options. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to update the BIOS or configure its routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to guide you in this chapter are for this...
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... in brackets, and is user- Press the / arrow keys or / keys to Change Freq.: Yes Enabled uCode Patch Level: 0x1 GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Cool 'n' Quiet [Enalbed] C1E Configuration [Disabled] Advanced Clock Calibration [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for the menu items...
... in brackets, and is user- Press the / arrow keys or / keys to Change Freq.: Yes Enabled uCode Patch Level: 0x1 GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Cool 'n' Quiet [Enalbed] C1E Configuration [Disabled] Advanced Clock Calibration [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for the menu items...
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...: [Auto] [75ns] [105ns] [127.5ns] [195ns] [327.5ns] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory over voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Cool 'n' Quiet...
...: [Auto] [75ns] [105ns] [127.5ns] [195ns] [327.5ns] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory over voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Cool 'n' Quiet...
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... and booting the system. Select an item then press to select and update BIOS. When you set to clear the user password. Select the Change User Password item and...Tools Exit Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When this item to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both , then press . 3. Configuration...General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you set a password, this item is set your choice. 2-20 Chapter 2: ...
... and booting the system. Select an item then press to select and update BIOS. When you set to clear the user password. Select the Change User Password item and...Tools Exit Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When this item to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both , then press . 3. Configuration...General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you set a password, this item is set your choice. 2-20 Chapter 2: ...