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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-29 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 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 2-6 2.3 Main...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-29 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 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 2-6 2.3 Main...
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...you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: means that may include optional ...documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS...
...you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: means that may include optional ...documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS...
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...OverDrive are enabled. ASUS EPU ASUS Expree Gate ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - GPU NOS - PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Audio USB 1394 ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features...panel) VT6308P controller supports 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 port at mid-board, 1 port at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) Turbo V - Turbo Key Precision Tweaker 2: - vChipset (N.B.):...
...OverDrive are enabled. ASUS EPU ASUS Expree Gate ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - GPU NOS - PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Audio USB 1394 ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features...panel) VT6308P controller supports 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 port at mid-board, 1 port at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) Turbo V - Turbo Key Precision Tweaker 2: - vChipset (N.B.):...
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M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x eSATA port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x ... 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Power 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, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 4 x Serial...
M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x eSATA port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x ... 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Power 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, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 4 x Serial...
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... to the motherboard USB port 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 Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports... and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to support.asus.com for an excellent graphics performance. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your computer, you with the OpenGL standard. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that detects the current...
... to the motherboard USB port 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 Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports... and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to support.asus.com for an excellent graphics performance. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your computer, you with the OpenGL standard. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that detects the current...
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...; Whenever you uninstall any component, switch off mode. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-5 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down the system and unplug the power cable before... default settings. This is a reminder that the system is in line with the European Union's Restriction on a grounded antistatic pad or in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord.
...; Whenever you uninstall any component, switch off mode. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-5 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down the system and unplug the power cable before... default settings. This is a reminder that the system is in line with the European Union's Restriction on a grounded antistatic pad or in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord.
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.... 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFireX™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-17 1.8 Expansion slots In the future..., you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to do not need to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. ...
.... 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFireX™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-17 1.8 Expansion slots In the future..., you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to do not need to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. ...
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Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to reenter ... the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to default values. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn...
Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to reenter ... the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to default values. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn...
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...Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Ensure the audio device of the audio ports in the BIOS to the audio configuration table below for USB 2.0 devices. 13. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for details. 15... the following dual display outputs are for the function of 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 ...
...Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Ensure the audio device of the audio ports in the BIOS to the audio configuration table below for USB 2.0 devices. 13. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for details. 15... the following dual display outputs are for the function of 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 ...
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... discs • For better playback quality, we recommend that you follow the system requirements listed below. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Playback of the system chassis. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-21 CPU DIMM BIOS setup Suggested list AMD® Phenom™ II x3 720 DDR3 1333 (1GB or higher) Frame Buffer Size--256MB or higher...
... discs • For better playback quality, we recommend that you follow the system requirements listed below. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Playback of the system chassis. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-21 CPU DIMM BIOS setup Suggested list AMD® Phenom™ II x3 720 DDR3 1333 (1GB or higher) Frame Buffer Size--256MB or higher...
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... when installing Windows® XP operating system on RAID/AHCI, refer to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the BIOS to Windows® XP limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive. • For more details on a hard disk drive that.../s (Ultra DMA133). Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA5, and SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy disk drive connector.
... when installing Windows® XP operating system on RAID/AHCI, refer to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the BIOS to Windows® XP limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive. • For more details on a hard disk drive that.../s (Ultra DMA133). Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA5, and SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy disk drive connector.
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5. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-25 Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-... LED. The speaker allows you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written...
5. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-25 Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-... LED. The speaker allows you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written...
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... module is for details. Ensure that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector. •... /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to configure the setting. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to [HD Audio]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 9. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-27 8.
... module is for details. Ensure that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector. •... /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to configure the setting. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to [HD Audio]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 9. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-27 8.
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... the support DVD that you want to download then click Next. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. The Drivers menu appears. 2. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. c. Quit all Windows®...
... the support DVD that you want to download then click Next. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. The Drivers menu appears. 2. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. c. Quit all Windows®...
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... + during POST to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4A785TD-V-EVO VER: 0203 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 06/12/2009...
... + during POST to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4A785TD-V-EVO VER: 0203 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 06/12/2009...
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... auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this motherboard. Completed. Start programming... 3. The device size should be the latest BIOS version for CD-ROM... ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Insert the support DVD or the USB...
... auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this motherboard. Completed. Start programming... 3. The device size should be the latest BIOS version for CD-ROM... ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Insert the support DVD or the USB...
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... Press the power button to use as possible. Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to make your system using this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make it as easy to ensure system ... and record them in section 2.1 Managing and updating your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to run this program. otherwise, POST continues with the opportunity to download the latest BIOS file for this utility. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys ...
... Press the power button to use as possible. Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to make your system using this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make it as easy to ensure system ... and record them in section 2.1 Managing and updating your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to run this program. otherwise, POST continues with the opportunity to download the latest BIOS file for this utility. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys ...
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... screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [07:32:23] System Date [Tue 01/01/2002] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to configure system Time. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-5 Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save...
... screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [07:32:23] System Date [Tue 01/01/2002] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to configure system Time. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-5 Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save...
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...displays the specific items for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the field opposite the item. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.40 AGESA Version: 3.3.1.0 AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3200+ Revision: F2 Cache L1: :128KB...to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a list of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select Screen Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. configurable, you ...
...displays the specific items for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the field opposite the item. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.40 AGESA Version: 3.3.1.0 AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3200+ Revision: F2 Cache L1: :128KB...to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a list of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select Screen Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. configurable, you ...
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...[+] or [-] to select a field. These items show Not Detected if no IDE/SATA device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-7 Refer to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you are not user-configurable. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration ...the menu screen items and how to set the system date. 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1/2/3/5/6, ESATA While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE/SATA device type. Select a device item then press to [Auto] allows automatic selection of...
...[+] or [-] to select a field. These items show Not Detected if no IDE/SATA device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 2-7 Refer to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you are not user-configurable. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration ...the menu screen items and how to set the system date. 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1/2/3/5/6, ESATA While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE/SATA device type. Select a device item then press to [Auto] allows automatic selection of...