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...-bit operating system may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. ****Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you are using a Windows... ports at the back panel) (continued on this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. *** When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 ...channel memory architecture * AMD® FX™ Series CPU on the next page) ix M5A78L Series specifications summar CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® ...
...-bit operating system may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. ****Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you are using a Windows... ports at the back panel) (continued on this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. *** When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 ...channel memory architecture * AMD® FX™ Series CPU on the next page) ix M5A78L Series specifications summar CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® ...
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...motherboard! It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 32nm manufacturing process. The package ... Sempron™ 100 series CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your package with less power consumption.
...motherboard! It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 32nm manufacturing process. The package ... Sempron™ 100 series CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your package with less power consumption.
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...saving technology that contains the BIOS file. ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an overclocking button. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects ...the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading...
...saving technology that contains the BIOS file. ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an overclocking button. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects ...the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading...
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...´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 reduce carbon footprint of the product and... impacts. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall...
...´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 reduce carbon footprint of the product and... impacts. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall...
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...; • 1.65V • • 1.65V • • 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. • Due to install 4GB ...maximum of the followings: - Any excess memory from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. • AMD® FX™ Series CPU on the motherboard, the...for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. M5A78L series Motherboards Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No....
...; • 1.65V • • 1.65V • • 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. • Due to install 4GB ...maximum of the followings: - Any excess memory from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. • AMD® FX™ Series CPU on the motherboard, the...for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. M5A78L series Motherboards Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No....
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With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. When using a DDR3 2000MHz memory module, ensure to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. SS...to install it on the A1 slot for the latest QVL. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better overclocking capability. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Crucial Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA ELPIDA ELPIDA KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Micron Micron ...
With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. When using a DDR3 2000MHz memory module, ensure to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. SS...to install it on the A1 slot for the latest QVL. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better overclocking capability. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Crucial Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA ELPIDA ELPIDA KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Micron Micron ...
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... RTC when the system hangs due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-19 1.9 Jumpers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to ... parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3.
... RTC when the system hangs due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-19 1.9 Jumpers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to ... parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3.
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... frequency. Main Advanced Advanced Settings M5A78L Series BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Version 0202 Adjust System Frequency/Voltage etc. Configuration options: [Min.=200] [Max.=550] The following item only appears when you set CPU Overclocking to [Overclock Profile]. Configuration options: [Manual...
... frequency. Main Advanced Advanced Settings M5A78L Series BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Version 0202 Adjust System Frequency/Voltage etc. Configuration options: [Min.=200] [Max.=550] The following item only appears when you set CPU Overclocking to [Overclock Profile]. Configuration options: [Manual...
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...] Sets the VDDNB over voltage. The valid value ranges vary depending on your CPU model. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] ASUS M5A78L Series 2-11 PCIE Clock [100] Sets the PCIE Clock. Configuration options: [Auto] [4.00x] [5.00x] [6.00x] [7.00x]...x15.0 3000MHz] CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Sets the CPU/Northbridge frequency. LoadLine Calibration [Auto] Sets the LoadLine. PCIE Overclocking [Auto] Configures the PCIE overclocking. Configuration options: [Min.=100] [Max.=150] Processor Frequency Multiplier [Auto] Sets the processor frequency multiplier. Configuration options:...
...] Sets the VDDNB over voltage. The valid value ranges vary depending on your CPU model. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] ASUS M5A78L Series 2-11 PCIE Clock [100] Sets the PCIE Clock. Configuration options: [Auto] [4.00x] [5.00x] [6.00x] [7.00x]...x15.0 3000MHz] CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Sets the CPU/Northbridge frequency. LoadLine Calibration [Auto] Sets the LoadLine. PCIE Overclocking [Auto] Configures the PCIE overclocking. Configuration options: [Min.=100] [Max.=150] Processor Frequency Multiplier [Auto] Sets the processor frequency multiplier. Configuration options:...
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... Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Advanced Clock Calibration [Disabled] Adjusts the processor's overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M5A78L Series 2-13 The values range from 1.3500V to [Auto], [All Cores], or [Per Core]. When this item ...is set to [Per Core], the processor's overclocking capability is set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically ...
... Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Advanced Clock Calibration [Disabled] Adjusts the processor's overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M5A78L Series 2-13 The values range from 1.3500V to [Auto], [All Cores], or [Per Core]. When this item ...is set to [Per Core], the processor's overclocking capability is set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically ...
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...[Enabled] [Disabled] MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Allows you set Active CPU Cores to [Manual]. Active CPU Cores [Auto] Allows you to set the overclocking percentage for each process core separately. It allows you to enable the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [0%] [+2%] [+4%] [+6%] [+8%] [+10%] [+12%] [-2%] ... memory remapping around memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you set the overclocking percentage for all the processor cores as a whole. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Value (All Cores) [-2%] ...
...[Enabled] [Disabled] MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Allows you set Active CPU Cores to [Manual]. Active CPU Cores [Auto] Allows you to set the overclocking percentage for each process core separately. It allows you to enable the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [0%] [+2%] [+4%] [+6%] [+8%] [+10%] [+12%] [-2%] ... memory remapping around memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you set the overclocking percentage for all the processor cores as a whole. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Value (All Cores) [-2%] ...