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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 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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 [xx:xx...
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 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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 [xx:xx...
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CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to complete a task. These documents are not part of the following ...when installing and configuring the motherboard. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Example: ++ viii Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure that you MUST follow to the following sources for additional...
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to complete a task. These documents are not part of the following ...when installing and configuring the motherboard. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Example: ++ viii Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure that you MUST follow to the following sources for additional...
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M5A78L/USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Other features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Q-Fan ASUS AI Charger ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)...ATX 12V power connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor:...
M5A78L/USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Other features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Q-Fan ASUS AI Charger ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)...ATX 12V power connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor:...
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... Key allows you to personalize your favorite photos into an overclocking button. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that allows you to update the BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from...
... Key allows you to personalize your favorite photos into an overclocking button. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that allows you to update the BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from...
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... Auto Select then click Next. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 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. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is available in the future. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. c. From the...
... Auto Select then click Next. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 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. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is available in the future. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. c. From the...
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...an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X/Q16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L/USB3 VER: 0313 (H:01 B:11) DATE: 04/06/2011 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. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS...
...an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X/Q16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L/USB3 VER: 0313 (H:01 B:11) DATE: 04/06/2011 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. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS...
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.... Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the floppy disk drive, if supported. 3. You can cause system...
.... Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. ASUS M5A78L/USB3 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the floppy disk drive, if supported. 3. You can cause system...
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...motherboard apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If you see on . Do this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press ...the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to turn the system off then back on your data or system. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you...
...motherboard apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If you see on . Do this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press ...the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to turn the system off then back on your data or system. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you...
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However, this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ASUS M5A78L/USB3 2-13 Unleashing Mode [Disabled] Enable the Unleashing Mode to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ...when you set Advanced Clock Calibration to [Auto], [All Cores], or [Per Core]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C1E Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a ...
However, this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ASUS M5A78L/USB3 2-13 Unleashing Mode [Disabled] Enable the Unleashing Mode to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ...when you set Advanced Clock Calibration to [Auto], [All Cores], or [Per Core]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C1E Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a ...
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2.7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to load the file. Main Advanced Tools Settings ASUS EZ Flash 2 M5A78L/USB3 BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS O.C. When you to display the sub-menu. In the Name sub-item, key in your profile name and press , and then choose a profile number to ... as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to select and update BIOS. Profile This item allows you to save your choice. Load CMOS Profiles. Press to sub-item. Use the left/right arrow key to...
2.7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to load the file. Main Advanced Tools Settings ASUS EZ Flash 2 M5A78L/USB3 BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS O.C. When you to display the sub-menu. In the Name sub-item, key in your profile name and press , and then choose a profile number to ... as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to select and update BIOS. Profile This item allows you to save your choice. Load CMOS Profiles. Press to sub-item. Use the left/right arrow key to...