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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4N78 SE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4N78 SE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
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... ALC662 High Definition Audio 6-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detection and Multi-streaming Supports S/PDIF out interface Supports up to 8GB system memory * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** Due to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back ... with external Realtek 8211CL-GR PHY (continued on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. M4N78 SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN AMD Phenom™x4/Phenom™x3/ Athlon™...
... ALC662 High Definition Audio 6-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detection and Multi-streaming Supports S/PDIF out interface Supports up to 8GB system memory * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** Due to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back ... with external Realtek 8211CL-GR PHY (continued on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. M4N78 SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN AMD Phenom™x4/Phenom™x3/ Athlon™...
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ASUS EPU 4-Engine - ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS Express Gate Turbo key ASUS AI NAP ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo2 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x RJ45 port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel Audio I /O connectors Accessories Form Factor Support DVD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 - M4N78 SE specifications summary ASUS special features Back panel I/O ports Internal... IO Shield User manual ATX form factor: 12'' x 7.6'' (30.5cm x 19.3cm) Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ASUS EPU 4-Engine - ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS Express Gate Turbo key ASUS AI NAP ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo2 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x RJ45 port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel Audio I /O connectors Accessories Form Factor Support DVD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 - M4N78 SE specifications summary ASUS special features Back panel I/O ports Internal... IO Shield User manual ATX form factor: 12'' x 7.6'' (30.5cm x 19.3cm) Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...Technology. Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M4N78 SE motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable Accessories 1 x I/O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide 1.3 1.3.1 If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features 2000 / 1600 MT...bus. Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your retailer. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-1 AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ / Sempron CPU support The motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ / ...
...Technology. Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M4N78 SE motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable Accessories 1 x I/O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide 1.3 1.3.1 If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features 2000 / 1600 MT...bus. Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your retailer. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-1 AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ / Sempron CPU support The motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ / ...
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... and uploading support USB devices only. • The actural boot time is subject to hardware configuration and product models. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use...
... and uploading support USB devices only. • The actural boot time is subject to hardware configuration and product models. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use...
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1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-5 Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-5 Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it fits in place. Small triangle ASUS M4N78 SE Socket lever Gold triangle 1-7 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. Make sure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner...
... to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it fits in place. Small triangle ASUS M4N78 SE Socket lever Gold triangle 1-7 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. Make sure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner...
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.... • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4N78 SE 1-9 Attach one end of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is...
.... • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4N78 SE 1-9 Attach one end of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is...
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...memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ASUS M4N78 SE 1-11 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-... For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the lower-sized channel for the OS can be about 3GB or less. M4N78 SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability Size Vendor 2G 512MB Kingston Kingston 2G Kingston 1G Kingston 512MB Qimonda 1G Qimonda 1G ...
...memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ASUS M4N78 SE 1-11 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-... For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the lower-sized channel for the OS can be about 3GB or less. M4N78 SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability Size Vendor 2G 512MB Kingston Kingston 2G Kingston 1G Kingston 512MB Qimonda 1G Qimonda 1G ...
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...; · Micron · · Transcend · · Transcend · · Elpida · · Transcend · · Elpida · · ADATA · · VDATA · · ASUS M4N78 SE 1-13 DDR2-800MHz capability Size 1G 512MB 512MB 1G 2G 2G 4G 512MB 512MB 1G 1G 1G 2G 2G 4G 512MB 512MB 1G 1G 1G...
...; · Micron · · Transcend · · Transcend · · Elpida · · Transcend · · Elpida · · ADATA · · VDATA · · ASUS M4N78 SE 1-13 DDR2-800MHz capability Size 1G 512MB 512MB 1G 2G 2G 4G 512MB 512MB 1G 1G 1G 2G 2G 4G 512MB 512MB 1G 1G 1G...
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... frequency than the vendor-marked value. • The memory modules may require a better cooling system to work stably under full loading (2 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-15 DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. SS/ DS CL Chip No. 512MB 512MB 512MB 1G 1G 1G 1G 1G Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston...
... frequency than the vendor-marked value. • The memory modules may require a better cooling system to work stably under full loading (2 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-15 DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. SS/ DS CL Chip No. 512MB 512MB 512MB 1G 1G 1G 1G 1G Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston...
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... cards, and other cards that comply with the screw you removed earlier. 6. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-17 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
... cards, and other cards that comply with the screw you removed earlier. 6. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-17 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
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... sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). This feature requires an ATX power supply that you to additional USB ports. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-19 2. USB device wake-up feature. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPW) This jumper allows you can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is...
... sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). This feature requires an ATX power supply that you to additional USB ports. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-19 2. USB device wake-up feature. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPW) This jumper allows you can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is...
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...Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. This 9-pin COM1 port is inadequate... minimum power rating of 300 W power rating. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for pointing devices or other serial devices. 10. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-21 The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. USB 2.0 ports...
...Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. This 9-pin COM1 port is inadequate... minimum power rating of 300 W power rating. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for pointing devices or other serial devices. 10. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-21 The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. USB 2.0 ports...
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... Mode select item in the support DVD. • If you to [RAID Mode]. See page 2-8 for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-23 Optical drive audio in connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA. • For detailed...
... Mode select item in the support DVD. • If you to [RAID Mode]. See page 2-8 for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-23 Optical drive audio in connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA. • For detailed...
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... cable to this connector. • We recommend that you want to connect a High Definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to [HD Audio]. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-25 Doing so will damage the motherboard! See section "2.4.3 Chipset" for USB 2.0 ports. Never connect a 1394 cable to this connector is purchased separately. 9. Connect the...
... cable to this connector. • We recommend that you want to connect a High Definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to [HD Audio]. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-25 Doing so will damage the motherboard! See section "2.4.3 Chipset" for USB 2.0 ports. Never connect a 1394 cable to this connector is purchased separately. 9. Connect the...
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... applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the updating process: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. Always update the utility to complete the installation. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-1 From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that ...you wish to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to download then click Next. Updating...
... applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the updating process: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. Always update the utility to complete the installation. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-1 From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that ...you wish to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to download then click Next. Updating...
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...press to use an OS‑based utility. Press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select Update BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus. b. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen ...that contains the latest BIOS file to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.21 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4N78 SE VER: 0210 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 01/21/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select ...
...press to use an OS‑based utility. Press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select Update BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus. b. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen ...that contains the latest BIOS file to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.21 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4N78 SE VER: 0210 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 01/21/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select ...
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... optical drive are installed in this motherboard. Turn on the system. 2. Starting BIOS recovery... Starting BIOS recovery... Reading file "M4N78SE.ROM". ASUS M4N78 SE 2-3 Checking for CD-ROM... Completed. If no optical drive is found , the utility reads the BIOS file and starts erasing the corrupted BIOS... the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Start erasing... 4. Bad BIOS checksum. Doing so can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. When found , the utility then checks the USB flash disk. • The recovered BIOS may not be smaller than 8GB...
... optical drive are installed in this motherboard. Turn on the system. 2. Starting BIOS recovery... Starting BIOS recovery... Reading file "M4N78SE.ROM". ASUS M4N78 SE 2-3 Checking for CD-ROM... Completed. If no optical drive is found , the utility reads the BIOS file and starts erasing the corrupted BIOS... the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Start erasing... 4. Bad BIOS checksum. Doing so can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. When found , the utility then checks the USB flash disk. • The recovered BIOS may not be smaller than 8GB...