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BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - done Write to file...... ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - done Write to file...... ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc.
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... Advance Check ...... done Verifying flash .... 更新 BIOS 程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. done Advance Check ...... Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... WARNING!! done...
... Advance Check ...... done Verifying flash .... 更新 BIOS 程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. done Advance Check ...... Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... WARNING!! done...
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... Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash...
... Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash...
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...13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail 34 BIOS 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or ...Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing ...
...13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail 34 BIOS 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or ...Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing ...
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... connectors 1-23 1.11 Software support 1-30 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-30 Chapter 2 BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 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...
... connectors 1-23 1.11 Software support 1-30 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-30 Chapter 2 BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 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...
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...About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is ...• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are using an adapter or extension cord. If possible, ...
...About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is ...• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are using an adapter or extension cord. If possible, ...
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M4A78 PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Unique fetures Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processors (socket AM2+ / AM2) Compatible with Phenom™ ... / AM3 CPU only. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD CPU support list AMD 770 / SB700 Up to 15 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 port at mid-board, 9 ports at back panel) ASUS EPU 4-Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo 2 (continued on the next page) ix...
M4A78 PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Unique fetures Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processors (socket AM2+ / AM2) Compatible with Phenom™ ... / AM3 CPU only. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD CPU support list AMD 770 / SB700 Up to 15 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 port at mid-board, 9 ports at back panel) ASUS EPU 4-Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo 2 (continued on the next page) ix...
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M4A78 PLUS specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors ASUS overclocking features BIOS Accessories Form Factor Support DVD 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x RJ45 port 1 x ESATA port 1 x S/PDIF Out port (Optical) 9 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-...CPU/Chassis/Power Fan connectors 24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin ATX 12V power connector SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200MHz to 550MHz at 1 MHz increment Adjust DRAM Voltage ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, ACPIv2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables ...
M4A78 PLUS specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors ASUS overclocking features BIOS Accessories Form Factor Support DVD 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x RJ45 port 1 x ESATA port 1 x S/PDIF Out port (Optical) 9 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-...CPU/Chassis/Power Fan connectors 24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin ATX 12V power connector SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200MHz to 550MHz at 1 MHz increment Adjust DRAM Voltage ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, ACPIv2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables ...
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... to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to save power and money! It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1-4 ASUS M4A78 PLUS 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing...
... to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to save power and money! It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1-4 ASUS M4A78 PLUS 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing...
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... need to their default settings. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). System will continue operating at minimum power and...
... need to their default settings. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). System will continue operating at minimum power and...
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...installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5. Replace the...LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 ...
...installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5. Replace the...LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 ...
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Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. M4A78 PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) M4A78 PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord... 1-2. 3. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values. 1-20 ASUS M4A78 PLUS
Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. M4A78 PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) M4A78 PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord... 1-2. 3. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values. 1-20 ASUS M4A78 PLUS
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... RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND M4A78 PLUS SATA6 SATA3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND M4A78 PLUS SATA connectors Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using... these connectors, set the OnChip SATA Type select item in the BIOS to the RAID manual in the support DVD. •...
... RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND M4A78 PLUS SATA6 SATA3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND M4A78 PLUS SATA connectors Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using... these connectors, set the OnChip SATA Type select item in the BIOS to the RAID manual in the support DVD. •...
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PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-... LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 1-26 ASUS M4A78 PLUS System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-... LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 1-26 ASUS M4A78 PLUS System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
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... inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to [HD Audio]. See section...GND +12V Rotation CPU_FAN M4A78 PLUS GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation M4A78 PLUS fan connectors Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. GND...compliant definition M4A78 PLUS Analog front panel connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring...
... inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to [HD Audio]. See section...GND +12V Rotation CPU_FAN M4A78 PLUS GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation M4A78 PLUS fan connectors Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. GND...compliant definition M4A78 PLUS Analog front panel connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring...
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... the support DVD that you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the optical drive. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case...
... the support DVD that you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the optical drive. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case...
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... Open. 3. a. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS M4A78 PLUS When the correct BIOS file is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • This...
... Open. 3. a. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS M4A78 PLUS When the correct BIOS file is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • This...
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... or USB port. 3. Doing so can update a corrupted BIOS file using this motherboard. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash disk that allows you...
... or USB port. 3. Doing so can update a corrupted BIOS file using this motherboard. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash disk that allows you...
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...) to always shut-down procedure. • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to run this motherboard. 2-4 ASUS M4A78 PLUS Use the BIOS Setup program when you with its test routines. When you start up the computer, the system provides you are for this program.
...) to always shut-down procedure. • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to run this motherboard. 2-4 ASUS M4A78 PLUS Use the BIOS Setup program when you with its test routines. When you start up the computer, the system provides you are for this program.
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... at www.asus.com to select a field. To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly ...Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to download the latest BIOS information. Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985...
... at www.asus.com to select a field. To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly ...Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to download the latest BIOS information. Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985...