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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 fan 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-10...
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 fan 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-10...
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... tested and found to comply with Canadian ICES-003. This product has been designed to Part 15 of parts and recycling. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
... tested and found to comply with Canadian ICES-003. This product has been designed to Part 15 of parts and recycling. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
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...qualified service technician or your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you are using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables... assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Do not place the product in your area. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is...
...qualified service technician or your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you are using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables... assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Do not place the product in your area. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is...
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...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.... M4N78 SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN AMD Phenom™x4/Phenom™x3/ Athlon™x2/ Athlon ™ /Sempron™ processors (Socket AM2+ / AM2) Compatible with external Realtek 8211CL-GR PHY (continued on the motherboard, ...
...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.... M4N78 SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN AMD Phenom™x4/Phenom™x3/ Athlon™x2/ Athlon ™ /Sempron™ processors (Socket AM2+ / AM2) Compatible with external Realtek 8211CL-GR PHY (continued on the motherboard, ...
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... HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. 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! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with...
... HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. 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! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with...
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...for Serial ATA drives. ALC662 also supports the Windows® Vista Premium OS. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Native DDR2 1066 support This motherboard supports native DDR2 1066. AI NET2 AI NET2 remotely detects cable connection the second you turn on the SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. ... rate and more bandwidth than HT1.0 that automatically detects peripherals plugged into the audio I/O jacks. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports hard drives based on the system, and any faulty connections are reported back up to increase memory data transfer rate and ...
...for Serial ATA drives. ALC662 also supports the Windows® Vista Premium OS. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Native DDR2 1066 support This motherboard supports native DDR2 1066. AI NET2 AI NET2 remotely detects cable connection the second you turn on the SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. ... rate and more bandwidth than HT1.0 that automatically detects peripherals plugged into the audio I/O jacks. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports hard drives based on the system, and any faulty connections are reported back up to increase memory data transfer rate and ...
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... Flash 2 is in real-time-helping save power and money! C.P.R. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-3 ASUS Express Gate With on the environment. This is a utility that contains the BIOS file. You can now enjoy Skype, IM, ...CPU parameters to personalize your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to their default settings. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the...
... Flash 2 is in real-time-helping save power and money! C.P.R. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-3 ASUS Express Gate With on the environment. This is a utility that contains the BIOS file. You can now enjoy Skype, IM, ...CPU parameters to personalize your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to their default settings. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the...
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...Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling components to avoid damaging ...bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching...
...Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling components to avoid damaging ...bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching...
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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. Doing so can damage the motherboard. 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. Do not overtighten the screws! ASUS M4N78 SE 1-5 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. Doing so can damage the motherboard. 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. Do not overtighten the screws! ASUS M4N78 SE 1-5 The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... 1-7 13. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 6. DDR2 DIMM slots 1-10 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 7. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2. Onboard LED 5. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 1-19 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-18...
... 1-7 13. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 6. DDR2 DIMM slots 1-10 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 7. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2. Onboard LED 5. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 1-19 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-18...
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to a 90º angle. Make sure that the socket lever ... the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. Position the CPU above the socket such that is lifted up to a 90º angle; Small triangle ASUS M4N78 SE Socket lever Gold triangle 1-7 The CPU fits only in completely. 3. The AM2/AM2+ socket has a different...
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to a 90º angle. Make sure that the socket lever ... the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. Position the CPU above the socket such that is lifted up to a 90º angle; Small triangle ASUS M4N78 SE Socket lever Gold triangle 1-7 The CPU fits only in completely. 3. The AM2/AM2+ socket has a different...
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Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to connect the CPU fan connector! 5. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is in place, push down the socket lever to plug this connector. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. Do not forget to indicate that came with the heatsink package. 7. The lever clicks on the motherboard.
Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to connect the CPU fan connector! 5. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is in place, push down the socket lever to plug this connector. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. Do not forget to indicate that came with the heatsink package. 7. The lever clicks on the motherboard.
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... on the retention module base. • The retention module base is properly applied to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4N78 SE 1-9 Place the heatsink on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention bracket Retention bracket lock... instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
... on the retention module base. • The retention module base is properly applied to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4N78 SE 1-9 Place the heatsink on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention bracket Retention bracket lock... instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
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...errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket .... 5. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. 3. Align the other end of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Channel...
...errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket .... 5. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. 3. Align the other end of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Channel...
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.... • You may install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you do any of 256 megabits (Mb) chips 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 1G ... XP Professional x64 and Vista x64 editions. Use a maximum of 4 GB DIMMs on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to 8GB memory modules on the next page) ASUS M4N78 SE 1-11 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows...
.... • You may install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you do any of 256 megabits (Mb) chips 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 1G ... XP Professional x64 and Vista x64 editions. Use a maximum of 4 GB DIMMs on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to 8GB memory modules on the next page) ASUS M4N78 SE 1-11 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows...
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... DIMM socket. 2. Support the DIMM lightly with 1 extra force. 1 2. DDR2 DIMM notch 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is properly seated...
... DIMM socket. 2. Support the DIMM lightly with 1 extra force. 1 2. DDR2 DIMM notch 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is properly seated...
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...information on the slot. 5. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. 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. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or ... do so may need IRQ assignments. Failure to do not need to the card. 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-17
...information on the slot. 5. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. 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. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or ... do so may need IRQ assignments. Failure to do not need to the card. 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-17
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... device(s) - The S/PDIF module is set as "Cable-Select", ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. 3. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to match the covered hole on each Ultra DMA 133 / 100 / 66 signal cable: blue, black...
... device(s) - The S/PDIF module is set as "Cable-Select", ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. 3. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to match the covered hole on each Ultra DMA 133 / 100 / 66 signal cable: blue, black...