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... utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 General help 2-6 2.2.8 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.9 Scroll bar 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave and SATA 1~6 2-7 2.3.4 SATA Configuration 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 CPU...
... utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 General help 2-6 2.2.8 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.9 Scroll bar 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave and SATA 1~6 2-7 2.3.4 SATA Configuration 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 CPU...
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... 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configuration (in Windows Vista only) High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports Jack-Detect, Multistreaming Technologies, and S/PDIF Out interface Supports up to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066 DIMM is supported per channel. M3A76-CM specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion.... ** Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) *** Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install a 64-bit Windows OS when having 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory ...
... 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configuration (in Windows Vista only) High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports Jack-Detect, Multistreaming Technologies, and S/PDIF Out interface Supports up to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066 DIMM is supported per channel. M3A76-CM specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion.... ** Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) *** Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install a 64-bit Windows OS when having 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory ...
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... the latest connectivity standard for next generation components and peripherals. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is the latest AMD chipset designed for easy connectivity and ultra-fast data transfers. VT1708B also supports the Windows® Vista Premium OS. Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1...of digital display devices such as LCD monitors. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on ...
... the latest connectivity standard for next generation components and peripherals. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is the latest AMD chipset designed for easy connectivity and ultra-fast data transfers. VT1708B also supports the Windows® Vista Premium OS. Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1...of digital display devices such as LCD monitors. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on ...
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... product models. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is subject to instantly surf the Internet without entering Windows or the Hard Disk. ASUS Express Gate With on 5 seconds boot-up to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. 1-4 ASUS M3A76-CM You can now...
... product models. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is subject to instantly surf the Internet without entering Windows or the Hard Disk. ASUS Express Gate With on 5 seconds boot-up to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. 1-4 ASUS M3A76-CM You can now...
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..., all DIMMs run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. 1-12 ASUS M3A76-CM Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066... DIMM is supported per channel. M3A76-CM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor...
..., all DIMMs run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. 1-12 ASUS M3A76-CM Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066... DIMM is supported per channel. M3A76-CM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor...
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... 2.0 devices. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for any two of these three ports. 13. To ensure high visual quality, install Windows Media Player 11 or later versions when you connect a display monitor to the DisplayPort, VGA, or DVI port, or when you connect two display monitors...
... 2.0 devices. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for any two of these three ports. 13. To ensure high visual quality, install Windows Media Player 11 or later versions when you connect a display monitor to the DisplayPort, VGA, or DVI port, or when you connect two display monitors...
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The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. 1-22 ASUS M3A76-CM LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is backward compatible with 133 MB/s (Ultra DMA133). LPT connector The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such ..., SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. • If you connect the original disk to do the task as a printer. The...
The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. 1-22 ASUS M3A76-CM LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is backward compatible with 133 MB/s (Ultra DMA133). LPT connector The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such ..., SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. • If you connect the original disk to do the task as a printer. The...
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...computer. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to avail all motherboard features. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to change at www.asus.com for updates. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-27 Refer to your OS... documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions/ Windows® Vista ...
...computer. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to avail all motherboard features. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to change at www.asus.com for updates. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-27 Refer to your OS... documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions/ Windows® Vista ...
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... updating process: Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-1 From the dropdown list, select any of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). •...
... updating process: Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-1 From the dropdown list, select any of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). •...
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... 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M3A76-CM VER: 0304 DATE: 01/002/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2-2 ASUS M3A76-CM You can launch EZ Flash... 2 in two ways. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Updating from the Open window, then click Open. 3. b. Press + during POST ...
... 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M3A76-CM VER: 0304 DATE: 01/002/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2-2 ASUS M3A76-CM You can launch EZ Flash... 2 in two ways. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Updating from the Open window, then click Open. 3. b. Press + during POST ...
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... items. The other items on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. Use [+] or [-] to "2.2.8 Pop-up window." 2.2.7 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is not userconfigurable. Refer to configure system Time. 2.2.9 Scroll bar... n Megatrends, Inc. You cannot select an item that the item has a submenu. Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 2-6 ASUS M3A76-CM To display the submenu, select the item and press . 2.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is...
... items. The other items on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. Use [+] or [-] to "2.2.8 Pop-up window." 2.2.7 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is not userconfigurable. Refer to configure system Time. 2.2.9 Scroll bar... n Megatrends, Inc. You cannot select an item that the item has a submenu. Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 2-6 ASUS M3A76-CM To display the submenu, select the item and press . 2.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is...
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Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-20 ASUS M3A76-CM Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that provides quick access to the Internet... Data [No] Allows you to the BIOS so that the user data will run again when you enter the Express Gate. The ASUS Express Gate feature is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly. Configuration options: [...
Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-20 ASUS M3A76-CM Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that provides quick access to the Internet... Data [No] Allows you to the BIOS so that the user data will run again when you enter the Express Gate. The ASUS Express Gate feature is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly. Configuration options: [...
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..., and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Exit & Discard Changes Select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to the Setup program. 2.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal...Load Setup Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes. Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-21 Pressing does not immediately exit this option, a confirmation window appears. F10 key can be used for this option, a confirmation appears. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays ...
..., and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Exit & Discard Changes Select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to the Setup program. 2.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal...Load Setup Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes. Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-21 Pressing does not immediately exit this option, a confirmation window appears. F10 key can be used for this option, a confirmation appears. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays ...