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......iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3A78-T specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU...
......iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3A78-T specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU...
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M3A78-T�s�p�e��c�if�ic�a�t�i�o�n�s��s�u�m��m�a��ry� High Definition audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking... the rear panel) 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS AI Gear 2 - ASUS AI Nap - ASUS Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY: - Profile - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! PCIe...
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...Product Introduction DDR2 1066 is the first AMD® platform with native DDR2 1066 support. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with less power consumption. HyperTransport™ 3.0 support HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth... recyclable products/packaging to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors ...
...Product Introduction DDR2 1066 is the first AMD® platform with native DDR2 1066 support. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with less power consumption. HyperTransport™ 3.0 support HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth... recyclable products/packaging to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors ...
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... and using ASUS Express Gate. • Currently, ASUS Express Gate DOES NOT support PATA IDE HDDs. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. High... Definition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on system configurations. It allows digital audio transferring without entering Windows. Visit www.asus.com for future BIOS and Express Gate software updates. Set the SATA Operation Mode item in the BIOS to different destinations. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard...
... and using ASUS Express Gate. • Currently, ASUS Express Gate DOES NOT support PATA IDE HDDs. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. High... Definition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on system configurations. It allows digital audio transferring without entering Windows. Visit www.asus.com for future BIOS and Express Gate software updates. Set the SATA Operation Mode item in the BIOS to different destinations. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard...
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... and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Update your screen. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the CPU voltage ...launch the utility and update the BIOS without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps sto finetune voltages to overclocking. Simply press the predefined hotkey to open the system chassis and clear...
... and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Update your screen. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the CPU voltage ...launch the utility and update the BIOS without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps sto finetune voltages to overclocking. Simply press the predefined hotkey to open the system chassis and clear...
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... CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. function. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due ...such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug...
... CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. function. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due ...such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug...
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...auto-adjusted. Select any one of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS M3A78-T 4-17 AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Standard Overclock Profile Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. The configuration options for the ...malfunction. Loads the standard settings for this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you install on the motherboard. 4.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the system. Loads the optimal ...
...auto-adjusted. Select any one of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS M3A78-T 4-17 AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Standard Overclock Profile Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. The configuration options for the ...malfunction. Loads the standard settings for this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you install on the motherboard. 4.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the system. Loads the optimal ...
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... selection of the Processor Voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%] The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual], [Standard], or [Overclock Profile]. You can also use the and keys to 1.6875V...Processor Voltage [Auto] Allows selection of the Processor Voltage. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to set the overclocking options. Configuration options: [Auto] [8.00x] [8.50x] [9.00x] [9.50x] [10.00x] [10.50x] Processor...
... selection of the Processor Voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%] The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual], [Standard], or [Overclock Profile]. You can also use the and keys to 1.6875V...Processor Voltage [Auto] Allows selection of the Processor Voltage. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to set the overclocking options. Configuration options: [Auto] [8.00x] [8.50x] [9.00x] [9.50x] [10.00x] [10.50x] Processor...
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...: [Auto] [1.20V] [1.25V] [1.30V] [1.35V] Northbridge Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual], [Standard], or [Overclock Profile] and are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] HyperTransport...Allows selection of the DDR2 reference voltage. The following three items appears only when you set the Northbridge voltage. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M3A78-T 4-19 The values range from 1.10V to 1.60V with a 0.02V interval. The values range from 1.80V to 2.50V with a 0.02V...
...: [Auto] [1.20V] [1.25V] [1.30V] [1.35V] Northbridge Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual], [Standard], or [Overclock Profile] and are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] HyperTransport...Allows selection of the DDR2 reference voltage. The following three items appears only when you set the Northbridge voltage. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M3A78-T 4-19 The values range from 1.10V to 1.60V with a 0.02V interval. The values range from 1.80V to 2.50V with a 0.02V...
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The options on the AI Suite main window. ASUS M3A78-T 5-33 After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS.
The options on the AI Suite main window. ASUS M3A78-T 5-33 After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS.
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com for CPU support lists. Some advanced options in WIndows® environment. These configurations will not be saved to configure system and overclocking settings in AOD are only supported by certain AMD Black Edition CPUs (such as Phenom 9600 Black Edition, Phenom 9850 Black Edition and Phenom 9950 Black Edition). visit the AMD official website at www.amd. ASUS M3A78-T 5-43 5.3.11 AMD OverDrive (AOD) The AMD® OverDrive™ utility allows you to BIOS after the system reboots.
com for CPU support lists. Some advanced options in WIndows® environment. These configurations will not be saved to configure system and overclocking settings in AOD are only supported by certain AMD Black Edition CPUs (such as Phenom 9600 Black Edition, Phenom 9850 Black Edition and Phenom 9950 Black Edition). visit the AMD official website at www.amd. ASUS M3A78-T 5-43 5.3.11 AMD OverDrive (AOD) The AMD® OverDrive™ utility allows you to BIOS after the system reboots.