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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M5A78L/USB3 specifications summar 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 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M5A78L/USB3 specifications summar 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 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory...
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... before the signal cables are not sure about the voltage of parts and recycling. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. •...asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If you are connected. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard...
... before the signal cables are not sure about the voltage of parts and recycling. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. •...asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If you are connected. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard...
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...To ensure that you complete a task. Example: ++ viii NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or ...menus. Example: means that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. About this guide This user guide contains the information you must press two or more information Refer to the following parts...
...To ensure that you complete a task. Example: ++ viii NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or ...menus. Example: means that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. About this guide This user guide contains the information you must press two or more information Refer to the following parts...
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...M5A78L/USB3 specifications summar CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology Supports CPU up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard... supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. ** Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to 140W * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support...
...M5A78L/USB3 specifications summar CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology Supports CPU up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard... supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. ** Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to 140W * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support...
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.../s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M5A78L/USB3 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies, making it... , check the items in the new 32nm manufacturing process. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights AMD...
.../s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M5A78L/USB3 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies, making it... , check the items in the new 32nm manufacturing process. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights AMD...
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...fast data transfer at 4.8Gbps with USB 2.0 components. the latest connectivity standard. AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a... durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual-Channel DDR3 2000(O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that simultaneously sends different audio streams to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB ...
...fast data transfer at 4.8Gbps with USB 2.0 components. the latest connectivity standard. AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a... durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual-Channel DDR3 2000(O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that simultaneously sends different audio streams to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB ...
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... special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by simply unlocking the extra cores, without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-3 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent...
... special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by simply unlocking the extra cores, without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-3 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent...
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...This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ...eliminates the need to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to energy consumptions. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R.
...This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ...eliminates the need to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to energy consumptions. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R.
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... the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard component. 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 removing or plugging... LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. M5A78L/USB3 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M5A78L/USB3 Onboard LED ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-5
... the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard component. 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 removing or plugging... LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. M5A78L/USB3 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M5A78L/USB3 Onboard LED ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-5
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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. M5A78L/USB3 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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. DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to 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. M5A78L/USB3 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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. DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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...Sempron™ 100 series processors. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-5 USBPW5-10) 3. AMD CPU socket 1-8 12. M5A78L/USB3 M5A78L/USB3 CPU socket AM3+ 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 1-20 8. DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-11 13. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1...~6) 1-25 14. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for the AM3+ socket. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket...
...Sempron™ 100 series processors. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-5 USBPW5-10) 3. AMD CPU socket 1-8 12. M5A78L/USB3 M5A78L/USB3 CPU socket AM3+ 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 1-20 8. DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-11 13. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1...~6) 1-25 14. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for the AM3+ socket. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket...
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...the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. When the CPU is in completely. 3. Gold triangle 7. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-9 2. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Position the CPU above the ...CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M5A78L/USB3 M5A78L/USB3 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to unlock the socket, then lift it is lifted up to plug this connector. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to section 1.6.2 Installing...
...the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. When the CPU is in completely. 3. Gold triangle 7. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-9 2. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Position the CPU above the ...CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M5A78L/USB3 M5A78L/USB3 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to unlock the socket, then lift it is lifted up to plug this connector. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to section 1.6.2 Installing...
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...the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Attach one... module base. 1 2 3 4 5 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2.
...the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Attach one... module base. 1 2 3 4 5 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2.
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...DO NOT forget to the module base. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to connect the ...DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-11 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. Ensure that the ...
...DO NOT forget to the module base. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to connect the ...DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-11 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. Ensure that the ...
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For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - M5A78L/USB3 Motherboards Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you obtain memory modules ... from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chip NO. - With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Install a maximum of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. Size SS/ DS Corsair CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 4GB(2 x ...
For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - M5A78L/USB3 Motherboards Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you obtain memory modules ... from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chip NO. - With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Install a maximum of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. Size SS/ DS Corsair CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 4GB(2 x ...
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better overclocking capability. CT12864BA1067.8FF CT12872BA1067.9FF CT25664BA1067.16FF CT25672BA1067.18FF EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F EBJ11UD8BAFA-AE-E EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F KVR1066D3E7/1G KVR1066D3N7/1G KVR1066D3N7/2G ... frequency. • Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to install it on this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Crucial Crucial Crucial Crucial...
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better overclocking capability. CT12864BA1067.8FF CT12872BA1067.9FF CT25664BA1067.16FF CT25672BA1067.18FF EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F EBJ11UD8BAFA-AE-E EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F KVR1066D3E7/1G KVR1066D3N7/1G KVR1066D3N7/2G ... frequency. • Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to install it on this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Crucial Crucial Crucial Crucial...
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... extra force. 1 2. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-17
... extra force. 1 2. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-17
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... so may need to do not need IRQ assignments. 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...settings. 1. Secure the card to the card. 3. Keep the screw for the expansion card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Install...
... so may need to do not need IRQ assignments. 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...settings. 1. Secure the card to the card. 3. Keep the screw for the expansion card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Install...
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... USB 3.0 devices can only be used under DOS environments. 9. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC M5A78L/USB3 AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'... See section 2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 ...
... USB 3.0 devices can only be used under DOS environments. 9. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC M5A78L/USB3 AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'... See section 2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 ...