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All rights reserved. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Reading flash ..... done Write to file...... exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 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. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Reading flash ..... done Write to file...... exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 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.
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... ...... done Advance Check ...... All rights reserved. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... 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. AFUDOS...
... ...... done Advance Check ...... All rights reserved. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... 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. AFUDOS...
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... 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 5 A awdflash 並按下 鍵。 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd...
... 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 5 A awdflash 並按下 鍵。 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd...
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...2006 Flash Type - All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write ...Fail 34 BIOS 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.
...2006 Flash Type - All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write ...Fail 34 BIOS 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.
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... Software support 1-31 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-31 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-31 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.4 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-5 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-7 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-7 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-8 2.2.4 Menu items 2-8 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-8 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-8 2.2.7 General help 2-8 2.2.8 Pop...
... Software support 1-31 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-31 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-31 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.4 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-5 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-7 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-7 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-8 2.2.4 Menu items 2-8 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-8 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-8 2.2.7 General help 2-8 2.2.8 Pop...
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... Before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you add a device... technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the...
... Before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you add a device... technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the...
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...;�u�t�p��o�r�t �a�t�b��a�c�k��I/�O� - ASUS AI Nap ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - M4A78 PRO specifications summary Storage LAN High Definition Audio USB ASUS Unique Features Special Features 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors supporting...
...;�u�t�p��o�r�t �a�t�b��a�c�k��I/�O� - ASUS AI Nap ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - M4A78 PRO specifications summary Storage LAN High Definition Audio USB ASUS Unique Features Special Features 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors supporting...
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xii M4A78 PRO specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Support DVD contents Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update AMD OverDrive Utility (AOD) Anti-Virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xii M4A78 PRO specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Support DVD contents Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update AMD OverDrive Utility (AOD) Anti-Virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...specifications. 1-16 ASUS M4A78 PRO See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Refer to the table on the next page for the card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Otherwise...slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. 1.8 Expansion slots...
...specifications. 1-16 ASUS M4A78 PRO See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Refer to the table on the next page for the card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Otherwise...slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. 1.8 Expansion slots...
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... above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to re-enter... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. 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. You must turn ON the computer...
... above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to re-enter... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. 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. You must turn ON the computer...
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... an ATX power supply that you to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in the BIOS. 3. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to additional USB ports. 1-18 ASUS M4A78 PRO USB...
... an ATX power supply that you to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in the BIOS. 3. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to additional USB ports. 1-18 ASUS M4A78 PRO USB...
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... (1GB or higher) BIOS setup Playback software Frame Buffer Size--256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 7.3 (not supporting video acceleration) File format Non-protected clips HD-DVD Blu-Ray Best resolution Windows XP Windows Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1280 x 1080p 1280 x 1080p 1280 x 1080p 1-20 ASUS M4A78 PRO Dual display output...
... (1GB or higher) BIOS setup Playback software Frame Buffer Size--256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 7.3 (not supporting video acceleration) File format Non-protected clips HD-DVD Blu-Ray Best resolution Windows XP Windows Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1280 x 1080p 1280 x 1080p 1280 x 1080p 1-20 ASUS M4A78 PRO Dual display output...
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... note on Serial ATA Install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using these connectors, set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [RAID]. 5. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. If you install Serial ATA hard disk...
... note on Serial ATA Install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using these connectors, set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [RAID]. 5. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. If you install Serial ATA hard disk...
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... LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. Pressing the power switch for more... is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off the system power. 1-26 ASUS M4A78 PRO The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN...
... LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. Pressing the power switch for more... is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off the system power. 1-26 ASUS M4A78 PRO The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN...
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... install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, ensure that the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS is for details. 12. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-29 Connect one...
... install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, ensure that the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS is for details. 12. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-29 Connect one...
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... Click File from the format options field, then click Start. d. Follow the instructions based on your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk or a USB flash disk in case you need to the bootable ...BIOS setup 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 2.1.1 Managing and updating your system environment. b. d. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to the floppy disk drive. 2. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to restore the BIOS...
... Click File from the format options field, then click Start. d. Follow the instructions based on your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk or a USB flash disk in case you need to the bootable ...BIOS setup 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 2.1.1 Managing and updating your system environment. b. d. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to the floppy disk drive. 2. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to restore the BIOS...
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... to complete the updating process. 2-2 ASUS M4A78 PRO Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to complete the installation. b. Updating from the Open window, and then click Open. 3. Place the support DVD in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Quit all its features...
... to complete the updating process. 2-2 ASUS M4A78 PRO Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to complete the installation. b. Updating from the Open window, and then click Open. 3. Place the support DVD in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Quit all its features...
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... failure! Insert the floppy/USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to use a bootable floppy disk or a DOS‑based utility. 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to the floppy disk drive or the USB port, ...and single partition only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4A78 PRO VER: 0209 DATE: 12/01/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH...
... failure! Insert the floppy/USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to use a bootable floppy disk or a DOS‑based utility. 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to the floppy disk drive or the USB port, ...and single partition only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4A78 PRO VER: 0209 DATE: 12/01/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH...
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...system from the ASUS website at least 1072KB to copy the current BIOS file that contains the AFUDOS utility and the latest BIOS file. • Obtain the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the bundled support DVD and the latest BIOS file from the hard disk drive. 2-4 ASUS M4A78 PRO This utility also ...allows you can use as shown. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using a bootable floppy disk. Do not shut down or reset the...
...system from the ASUS website at least 1072KB to copy the current BIOS file that contains the AFUDOS utility and the latest BIOS file. • Obtain the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the bundled support DVD and the latest BIOS file from the hard disk drive. 2-4 ASUS M4A78 PRO This utility also ...allows you can use as shown. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using a bootable floppy disk. Do not shut down or reset the...
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... to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The device size should be the latest BIOS version for floppy... Starting BIOS recovery... Bad BIOS checksum. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using this utility. • For the M4A78 PRO motherboard, this motherboard.
... to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The device size should be the latest BIOS version for floppy... Starting BIOS recovery... Bad BIOS checksum. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using this utility. • For the M4A78 PRO motherboard, this motherboard.