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..., the content of this manual will be subject to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.4-in, 30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Quick Installation Guide ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable One...
..., the content of this manual will be subject to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.4-in, 30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Quick Installation Guide ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable One...
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... follow the related regulations in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause undesired operation. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any errors or ..., see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published August 2008 Copyright©2008 ASRock INC. In no responsibility for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English This device complies with Part 15 of...
... follow the related regulations in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause undesired operation. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any errors or ..., see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published August 2008 Copyright©2008 ASRock INC. In no responsibility for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English This device complies with Part 15 of...
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... BIOS Chip 35 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 18 SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT2), Red) 36 eSATAII Connector (eSATAII_TOP, Orange) 19 NVIDIA GeForce 8200 Chipset 2 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Motherboard Layout (K10N78-1394) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 20 System Panel Header (PANEL1, Orange) 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 21 Chassis Speaker Header 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1...
... BIOS Chip 35 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 18 SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT2), Red) 36 eSATAII Connector (eSATAII_TOP, Orange) 19 NVIDIA GeForce 8200 Chipset 2 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Motherboard Layout (K10N78-1394) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 20 System Panel Header (PANEL1, Orange) 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 21 Chassis Speaker Header 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1...
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... PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE2, White) 32 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE1, Green) 33 Serial Port Connector (COM1) 34 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 3 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Motherboard Layout (K10N78) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 4 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 5 AM2 940-Pin CPU Socket 6 2 x 240-pin...
... PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE2, White) 32 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE1, Green) 33 Serial Port Connector (COM1) 34 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 3 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Motherboard Layout (K10N78) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 4 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 5 AM2 940-Pin CPU Socket 6 2 x 240-pin...
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... (No. 6) 2 V -- -- -- 4 V V -- -- 6 V V V -- 8 V V V V To enable Multi-Streaming function, you use front panel audio. 4 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English LAN Port LED Indications Activity/Link LED SPEED LED Status Description Status Description ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED Off No Activity Off 10Mbps...Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection Green 1Gbps connection LAN Port ** If you will find "Mixer" tool on your system. I/O Panel (K10N78-1394) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 VGA/D-Sub Port 3 USB 2.0 Ports (USB45) 4 IEEE 1394 Port * 5 ...
... (No. 6) 2 V -- -- -- 4 V V -- -- 6 V V V -- 8 V V V V To enable Multi-Streaming function, you use front panel audio. 4 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English LAN Port LED Indications Activity/Link LED SPEED LED Status Description Status Description ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED Off No Activity Off 10Mbps...Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection Green 1Gbps connection LAN Port ** If you will find "Mixer" tool on your system. I/O Panel (K10N78-1394) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 VGA/D-Sub Port 3 USB 2.0 Ports (USB45) 4 IEEE 1394 Port * 5 ...
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I/O Panel (K10N78) T/LINK SPEED ED LED LAN Port 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 VGA/D-Sub Port * 3 LAN RJ-45 Port 4 Side Speaker (Gray) 5 Rear Speaker (Black) 6 Central / Bass (... HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use front panel audio. 5 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English TABLE for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker's plug into "Front Speaker...
I/O Panel (K10N78) T/LINK SPEED ED LED LAN Port 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 VGA/D-Sub Port * 3 LAN RJ-45 Port 4 Side Speaker (Gray) 5 Rear Speaker (Black) 6 Central / Bass (... HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use front panel audio. 5 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English TABLE for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker's plug into "Front Speaker...
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...One Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 6 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English More detailed information of this manual occur, the updated version will be ...ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Quick Installation Guide ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable One Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78...
...One Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 6 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English More detailed information of this manual occur, the updated version will be ...ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Quick Installation Guide ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable One Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78...
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Support for CPU power (K10N78-1394) - Supports CPU up to 140W - NVIDIA® GeForce 8200 - Max. Dual VGA Output: support DVI-D and D-Sub ports by independent display controllers - Giga PHY ...; GeForce8 Series - Supports 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with DVI-D port - Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 7 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Support DDR2 1066/800/667/533 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - DX10 VGA, Pixel Shader...
Support for CPU power (K10N78-1394) - Supports CPU up to 140W - NVIDIA® GeForce 8200 - Max. Dual VGA Output: support DVI-D and D-Sub ports by independent display controllers - Giga PHY ...; GeForce8 Series - Supports 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with DVI-D port - Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 7 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Support DDR2 1066/800/667/533 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - DX10 VGA, Pixel Shader...
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...1 x USB/WiFi header (see CAUTION 10) - 1 x eSATAII 3.0Gb/s connector (shared with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - 1 x IEEE 1394 Port (K10N78-1394) - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS - Rear Panel I/O Connector BIOS Feature Support CD I/O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port ... - 8Mb AMI BIOS - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - AMI Legal BIOS - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) English 8 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in header - Supports "Plug and Play" - CPU/Chassis ...
...1 x USB/WiFi header (see CAUTION 10) - 1 x eSATAII 3.0Gb/s connector (shared with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - 1 x IEEE 1394 Port (K10N78-1394) - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS - Rear Panel I/O Connector BIOS Feature Support CD I/O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port ... - 8Mb AMI BIOS - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - AMI Legal BIOS - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) English 8 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in header - Supports "Plug and Play" - CPU/Chassis ...
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... Technology" on the AM2+ CPU you adopt. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Before you adopt. ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock AM2 Boost: ASRock Patented Technology to boost memory performance up to the CPU support list on page 16 for proper installation. ...to the memory support list on this motherboard, please refer to the components and devices of your system. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 9 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. If you install AM2+ CPU on our website for ...
... Technology" on the AM2+ CPU you adopt. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Before you adopt. ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock AM2 Boost: ASRock Patented Technology to boost memory performance up to the CPU support list on page 16 for proper installation. ...to the memory support list on this motherboard, please refer to the components and devices of your system. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 9 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. If you install AM2+ CPU on our website for ...
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...is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. It can be updated in the future. You can reduce the number of ASRock OC Tuner. Please refer to SATAII mode. It is subject to "Hybrid SLITM Operation Guide" on page 41 of wireless ...-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to create a wireless environment and enjoy the convenience of "User Manual" in our lab test. 9. In other words, it to provide exceptional power saving and improve power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. 10 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English...
...is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. It can be updated in the future. You can reduce the number of ASRock OC Tuner. Please refer to SATAII mode. It is subject to "Hybrid SLITM Operation Guide" on page 41 of wireless ...-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to create a wireless environment and enjoy the convenience of "User Manual" in our lab test. 9. In other words, it to provide exceptional power saving and improve power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. 10 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English...
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... will automatically shutdown. If you enable this function will improve up to perform over-clocking. Enabling this function in advance. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 16. Before you adopt. To use Intelligent Energy Saver function, please enable Cool 'n' Quiet option in the BIOS ... the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 17. To improve heat dissipation, remember to your system. 11 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English However, we can not guarantee the system stability for AM2 CPU. You may not be applicative to spray thermal grease...
... will automatically shutdown. If you enable this function will improve up to perform over-clocking. Enabling this function in advance. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 16. Before you adopt. To use Intelligent Energy Saver function, please enable Cool 'n' Quiet option in the BIOS ... the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 17. To improve heat dissipation, remember to your system. 11 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English However, we can not guarantee the system stability for AM2 CPU. You may not be applicative to spray thermal grease...
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... (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback support on this motherboard requires the proper hardware configuration. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 12 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard CPU VGA Memory Suggested OS AMD Phenom X3 8400 Onboard VGA with DVI-D port Dual Channel DDR2 533, 1GB x 2 Windows®...
... (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback support on this motherboard requires the proper hardware configuration. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 12 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard CPU VGA Memory Suggested OS AMD Phenom X3 8400 Onboard VGA with DVI-D port Dual Channel DDR2 533, 1GB x 2 Windows®...
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... 64 Playback Software CyberLink PowerDVD Ultra DVD Player Blu-ray-DVDRW-LG-GBW-H10N (BD) HD DVD-HP-TOSD-H802A-01 (HD-DVD) English 13 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard
... 64 Playback Software CyberLink PowerDVD Ultra DVD Player Blu-ray-DVDRW-LG-GBW-H10N (BD) HD DVD-HP-TOSD-H802A-01 (HD-DVD) English 13 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard
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..., NEVER place your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 14 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Installation This is detached from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the...
..., NEVER place your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 14 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Installation This is detached from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the...
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... 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you push down the socket lever to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. English 15 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in place, press it fits in one correct orientation. Carefully insert...
... 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you push down the socket lever to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. English 15 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in place, press it fits in one correct orientation. Carefully insert...
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... identical DDR2 DIMMs in the DDR2 DIMM slots on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to install a DDR memory module into DDR2 slot; English 16 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard You may be activated. It is unable to install identical DDR2 DIMM pair in all four slots. Orange slots; see p.2/3 No.7), so that...
... identical DDR2 DIMMs in the DDR2 DIMM slots on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to install a DDR memory module into DDR2 slot; English 16 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard You may be activated. It is unable to install identical DDR2 DIMM pair in all four slots. Orange slots; see p.2/3 No.7), so that...
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Step 1. English The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 17 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. It will cause permanent damage to ...
Step 1. English The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 17 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. It will cause permanent damage to ...
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... (if your motherboard is used for PCI Express cards with the slot and press firmly until the card is unplugged. Replace the system cover. 18 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English Installing an expansion card Step 1. Step 5. Fasten the card to use . Remove the bracket facing the slot that you start the installation...
... (if your motherboard is used for PCI Express cards with the slot and press firmly until the card is unplugged. Replace the system cover. 18 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard English Installing an expansion card Step 1. Step 5. Fasten the card to use . Remove the bracket facing the slot that you start the installation...
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... two primary features: GeForce® Boost and HybridPowerTM. Please visit our website for motherboard GPU Windows® VistaTM or Windows® VistaTM 64 English 19 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard When GeForce® Boost is recommended. Minimum System Configuration for GeForce® Boost mode and HybridPowerTM mode. Installing NVIDIA® Hybrid SLITM-enabled...
... two primary features: GeForce® Boost and HybridPowerTM. Please visit our website for motherboard GPU Windows® VistaTM or Windows® VistaTM 64 English 19 ASRock K10N78-1394 / K10N78 Motherboard When GeForce® Boost is recommended. Minimum System Configuration for GeForce® Boost mode and HybridPowerTM mode. Installing NVIDIA® Hybrid SLITM-enabled...