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...in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI motherboard Cables 3 x Serial ATA signal cables 3 x Serial ATA power cables (includes one 2 in your package with...) 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x FDD cable Accessories 1 x I/O shield Application CD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! See page 1-10 for buying an ASUS® M3A78-EMH HDMI motherboard! Before you for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
...in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI motherboard Cables 3 x Serial ATA signal cables 3 x Serial ATA power cables (includes one 2 in your package with...) 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x FDD cable Accessories 1 x I/O shield Application CD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! See page 1-10 for buying an ASUS® M3A78-EMH HDMI motherboard! Before you for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
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...PCI Express™ 2.0/1.1 standard ,.It features the integrated DX10 compliant ATI RV610-based graphics ,which supports dual VGA outputs including DVI/HDMI interface with HDCP compliant ,and incorporates AMD's UVD with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache, which monitors system operation and ...AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which is the latest AMD chipset designed for multi-tasking. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1- See page 2-23 for a cool and quiet operating environment. See page 1-10 for details. See page 1-31 for details. ...
...PCI Express™ 2.0/1.1 standard ,.It features the integrated DX10 compliant ATI RV610-based graphics ,which supports dual VGA outputs including DVI/HDMI interface with HDCP compliant ,and incorporates AMD's UVD with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache, which monitors system operation and ...AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which is the latest AMD chipset designed for multi-tasking. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1- See page 2-23 for a cool and quiet operating environment. See page 1-10 for details. See page 1-31 for details. ...
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... 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to provide efficient power management for next generation components and peripherals. See pages 1-29, 1-37 and 2-27 for four SATA connectors. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1- Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on -board LAN controller is the latest connectivity standard for advanced operating...
... 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to provide efficient power management for next generation components and peripherals. See pages 1-29, 1-37 and 2-27 for four SATA connectors. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1- Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on -board LAN controller is the latest connectivity standard for advanced operating...
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... static electricity • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M3A78-EMH HDMI ON Standby Power M3A78-EMH HDMI Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-
... static electricity • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M3A78-EMH HDMI ON Standby Power M3A78-EMH HDMI Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-
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1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis M3A78-EMH HDMI ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1- R Place this side towards. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis M3A78-EMH HDMI ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1- R Place this side towards. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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...a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-11 Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to the CPU_FAN connector on ...it is in place, push down the socket lever to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. M3A78-EMH HDMI CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M3A78-EMH HDMI CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail ...
...a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-11 Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to the CPU_FAN connector on ...it is in place, push down the socket lever to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. M3A78-EMH HDMI CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M3A78-EMH HDMI CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail ...
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A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base; ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-13 Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. otherwise, you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base. 2.
A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base; ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-13 Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. otherwise, you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base. 2.
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... DIMM_A1 or DIMM_B1 for dual channel mode. Important notice on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-15 You may : - • When using a Windows 32-bit version operating system without the PAE. install identical DIMMs in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black sockets) •...
... DIMM_A1 or DIMM_B1 for dual channel mode. Important notice on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-15 You may : - • When using a Windows 32-bit version operating system without the PAE. install identical DIMMs in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black sockets) •...
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... a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap 1 back in only one direction. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-21 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip • A DDR2...
... a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap 1 back in only one direction. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-21 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip • A DDR2...
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... Numeric data processor 14 Primary IDE controller (single fifo) 15 Secondary IDE controller (single fifo) * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-23
... Numeric data processor 14 Primary IDE controller (single fifo) 15 Secondary IDE controller (single fifo) * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-23
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See page 2-26 for details. • The Surroundview function supports up to four monitors, two from the VGA and DVI-D/HDMI out ports on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with ... specifications. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other two from the onboard VGA and DVI-D/HDMI out ports, with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-25
See page 2-26 for details. • The Surroundview function supports up to four monitors, two from the VGA and DVI-D/HDMI out ports on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with ... specifications. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other two from the onboard VGA and DVI-D/HDMI out ports, with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-25
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... must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. M3A78-EMH HDMI PS2_USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M3A78-EMH HDMI USB Device Wake Up USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW9-12 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake... S3 and S4 sleep modes. 2. otherwise, the system will not power up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-27 Set to +5VSB to additional USB ports.
... must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. M3A78-EMH HDMI PS2_USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M3A78-EMH HDMI USB Device Wake Up USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW9-12 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake... S3 and S4 sleep modes. 2. otherwise, the system will not power up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-27 Set to +5VSB to additional USB ports.
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LAN (RJ-45) port. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 8. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-29 This port connects the rear speakers in a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. 5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, ...
LAN (RJ-45) port. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 8. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-29 This port connects the rear speakers in a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. 5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, ...
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.... Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. 14. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-31 13. Playback of HD DVD and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of higher speed and bandwidth with DVI-I. • To play HD ...
.... Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. 14. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-31 13. Playback of HD DVD and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of higher speed and bandwidth with DVI-I. • To play HD ...
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... 80-conductor IDE cable for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors on the Ultra DMA cable connector. 3. PRI_IDE M3A78-EMH HDMI M3A78-EMH HDMI IDE Connector ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-33 If any device jumper is removed to configure your device(s). Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting Cable-Select or Master Cable-Select...
... 80-conductor IDE cable for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors on the Ultra DMA cable connector. 3. PRI_IDE M3A78-EMH HDMI M3A78-EMH HDMI IDE Connector ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-33 If any device jumper is removed to configure your device(s). Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting Cable-Select or Master Cable-Select...
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... the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at the back of the system chassis. M3A78-EMH HDMI COM1 PIN1 M3A78-EMH HDMI COM Port Connector ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-35 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to a slot opening at +12V. Only CPU Fan supports Q-Fan. These are not.... Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. The serial port bracket (COM1) is for a serial (COM) port. 5. CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND M3A78-EMH HDMI CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND...
... the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at the back of the system chassis. M3A78-EMH HDMI COM1 PIN1 M3A78-EMH HDMI COM Port Connector ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-35 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to a slot opening at +12V. Only CPU Fan supports Q-Fan. These are not.... Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. The serial port bracket (COM1) is for a serial (COM) port. 5. CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND M3A78-EMH HDMI CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND...
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ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-37 Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to configure the setting. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector ... be different based on the OS). See page 2-27 for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the HDMI module cable to [HD Audio]; GND SPDIFOUT +5V M3A78-EMH HDMI SPDIF_OUT M3A78-EMH HDMI Digital Audio Connector Ensure the audio device of the system chassis. if you want to connect an AC`97 front panel...
ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-37 Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to configure the setting. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector ... be different based on the OS). See page 2-27 for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the HDMI module cable to [HD Audio]; GND SPDIFOUT +5V M3A78-EMH HDMI SPDIF_OUT M3A78-EMH HDMI Digital Audio Connector Ensure the audio device of the system chassis. if you want to connect an AC`97 front panel...
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... Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker This 4-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-39 12. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the system power button. PANEL PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED...+5V Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground M3A78-EMH HDMI Reset +IDE_LED PWRSW M3A78-EMH HDMI System Panel Connector • System power LED This 2-pin connector is read from or written to this connector. The IDE LED...
... Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker This 4-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 1-39 12. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the system power button. PANEL PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED...+5V Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground M3A78-EMH HDMI Reset +IDE_LED PWRSW M3A78-EMH HDMI System Panel Connector • System power LED This 2-pin connector is read from or written to this connector. The IDE LED...
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... the AFUDOS utility: • Make sure that you to the floppy disk drive. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to continue. Click Start. 2. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 2- Press , then follow screen instructions to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. d. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to copy the current BIOS...
... the AFUDOS utility: • Make sure that you to the floppy disk drive. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to continue. Click Start. 2. ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 2- Press , then follow screen instructions to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. d. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to copy the current BIOS...
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A:\>afudos /iM3A78EMH.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Do not turn off power ...DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. All rights reserved. done Writing flash ...... All rights reserved. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... WARNING!! Do... the file and starts updating the BIOS. done Advance Check ...... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 2-
A:\>afudos /iM3A78EMH.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Do not turn off power ...DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. All rights reserved. done Writing flash ...... All rights reserved. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... WARNING!! Do... the file and starts updating the BIOS. done Advance Check ...... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS M3A78-EMH HDMI 2-