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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 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 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 menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 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 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 menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time...
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..., the key names are also provided. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an...This user guide contains the information you complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This ...
..., the key names are also provided. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an...This user guide contains the information you complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This ...
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M5A78L-M LX specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.0 in (24.4 cm x 20.3 cm) ... 200MHz up to change without notice. Adjustable DRAM Voltage Overclocking Protection: - Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x I /O connectors BIOS ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM ...
M5A78L-M LX specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.0 in (24.4 cm x 20.3 cm) ... 200MHz up to change without notice. Adjustable DRAM Voltage Overclocking Protection: - Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x I /O connectors BIOS ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM ...
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... work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that allows you to update the BIOS from switching power supply (PSU). 1.3.2 12 Innovative ASUS features Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPUwith just pressing a key. ASUS M5A78L-M LX 1-3 Enjoy an instant performance boost by power...
... work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that allows you to update the BIOS from switching power supply (PSU). 1.3.2 12 Innovative ASUS features Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPUwith just pressing a key. ASUS M5A78L-M LX 1-3 Enjoy an instant performance boost by power...
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...; applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS M5A78L-M LX 2-1 From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu...
...; applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS M5A78L-M LX 2-1 From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu...
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...EZ Flash 2 and press to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WOINBOND W25X/Q16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L-M LX VER: 0203 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 03/05/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown... DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2. Updating from a file, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS...
...EZ Flash 2 and press to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WOINBOND W25X/Q16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L-M LX VER: 0203 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 03/05/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown... DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2. Updating from a file, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS...
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... menu. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. ASUS M5A78L-M LX 2-3 Turn on again. You can cause system boot failure! Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB...
... menu. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. ASUS M5A78L-M LX 2-3 Turn on again. You can cause system boot failure! Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB...
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... system off then back on your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to ensure optimum performance. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. They may not exactly match...
... system off then back on your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to ensure optimum performance. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. They may not exactly match...
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... Configuration options: [0%] [+2%] [+4%] [+6%] [+8%] [+10%] [+12%] [-2%] [-4%] [-6%] [-8%] [-10%] [-12%] ASUS M5A78L-M LX 2-13 The driver developer may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Advanced ...It allows you set Advanced Clock Calibration to set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically adjusts this item is enhanced. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ... function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. However, this item is set Active CPU Cores to...
... Configuration options: [0%] [+2%] [+4%] [+6%] [+8%] [+10%] [+12%] [-2%] [-4%] [-6%] [-8%] [-10%] [-12%] ASUS M5A78L-M LX 2-13 The driver developer may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Advanced ...It allows you set Advanced Clock Calibration to set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically adjusts this item is enhanced. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ... function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. However, this item is set Active CPU Cores to...
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.... Allows you to configure options for details. 2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to select and update BIOS. 2.7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Profile M5A78L-M LX BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit Version 0203 Press ENTER...
.... Allows you to configure options for details. 2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to select and update BIOS. 2.7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Profile M5A78L-M LX BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit Version 0203 Press ENTER...