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...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 Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM ...HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash ...
...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 Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM ...HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash ...
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... this guide vii M4A78 PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-10...
... this guide vii M4A78 PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-10...
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...asus.com or this user manual for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC / non-ECC DDR2 1066* / 800 / 667 MHz memory modules - resolution up to 1920 x 1080 (1080P) - Supports HDMI™ Technology with max. Supports Dual-link DVI with max. Hence, a total installed memory...Up to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 512MB 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCIe x1 slots 3 x PCI 2.2 slots (continued on the next page) ix M4A78 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion Slots AMD® Phenom...
...asus.com or this user manual for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC / non-ECC DDR2 1066* / 800 / 667 MHz memory modules - resolution up to 1920 x 1080 (1080P) - Supports HDMI™ Technology with max. Supports Dual-link DVI with max. Hence, a total installed memory...Up to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 512MB 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCIe x1 slots 3 x PCI 2.2 slots (continued on the next page) ix M4A78 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion Slots AMD® Phenom...
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... multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A78 PRO motherboard! It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support, data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransort™ 3.0 based system bus. AMD® Phenom™ X4 / Phenom...
... multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A78 PRO motherboard! It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support, data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransort™ 3.0 based system bus. AMD® Phenom™ X4 / Phenom...
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Due to vital components. ASUS M4A78 PRO also features an extra 1-phase power for integrated memory/HT controller to provide independent power to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066 is supported per channel. This enhances system performance in PCI Express 2.0 standard. Dual channel DDR2 1066 support This motherboard supports DDR2 1066, which provides faster data...
Due to vital components. ASUS M4A78 PRO also features an extra 1-phase power for integrated memory/HT controller to provide independent power to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066 is supported per channel. This enhances system performance in PCI Express 2.0 standard. Dual channel DDR2 1066 support This motherboard supports DDR2 1066, which provides faster data...
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... DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you... but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 1-10 ASUS M4A78 PRO The figure illustrates the location of 256 megabit (Mb) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. The...
... DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you... but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 1-10 ASUS M4A78 PRO The figure illustrates the location of 256 megabit (Mb) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. The...
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... the DIMM. The DIMM might get damaged 1 when it fits in 3 place and the DIMM is keyed with extra force. 2. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Simultaneously press the ... socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into both the motherboard and the components. 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to both...
... the DIMM. The DIMM might get damaged 1 when it fits in 3 place and the DIMM is keyed with extra force. 2. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Simultaneously press the ... socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into both the motherboard and the components. 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to both...
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... and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. To erase the RTC RAM 1. 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. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on...
... and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. To erase the RTC RAM 1. 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. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on...
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... to internally optimize the order of the general system specifications. Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system...
... to internally optimize the order of the general system specifications. Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system...
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... to select the DRAM frequency control method. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] The following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you install on the motherboard. Use the and keys to the default. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu ... 100 to 150. 2.4.2 DRAM Frequency Control [Auto] Allows you to be auto-adjusted. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] 2-12 ASUS M4A78 PRO Use the and keys to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. The default values of CPU overclocking options to adjust the value.
... to select the DRAM frequency control method. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] The following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you install on the motherboard. Use the and keys to the default. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu ... 100 to 150. 2.4.2 DRAM Frequency Control [Auto] Allows you to be auto-adjusted. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] 2-12 ASUS M4A78 PRO Use the and keys to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. The default values of CPU overclocking options to adjust the value.
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...VID. Configuration options: [Auto] [200 MHz] [400 MHz] [600 MHz] [800 MHz] [1 GHz] [1.2 GHz] [1.4 GHz] [1.6 GHz] [1.8 GHz] Memory Configuration This item appears only when you set the Dram frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Address bits 6] [Address bits 12] [XOR of Address bits [20:...[20:16, 6]] Allows you install on the DIMMs you to [Manual] and allows selection of the following items vary depending on the motherboard. The configuration options for some of the CPU frequency multiplier. Configuration options: [667MHz] [800MHz] [1067MHz] CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] This...
...VID. Configuration options: [Auto] [200 MHz] [400 MHz] [600 MHz] [800 MHz] [1 GHz] [1.2 GHz] [1.4 GHz] [1.6 GHz] [1.8 GHz] Memory Configuration This item appears only when you set the Dram frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Address bits 6] [Address bits 12] [XOR of Address bits [20:...[20:16, 6]] Allows you install on the DIMMs you to [Manual] and allows selection of the following items vary depending on the motherboard. The configuration options for some of the CPU frequency multiplier. Configuration options: [667MHz] [800MHz] [1067MHz] CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] This...
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...163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms] 2-18 ASUS M4A78 PRO Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM BG SCRUB [Disabled] Disables or sets the DRAM BG Scrub. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM SCRUB ... NorthBridge Configuration ECC Configuration ECC Mode [Disabled] Disables or sets the DRAM ECC mode that allows the system to report and correct memory errors. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] C1E Support [Disabled] Allows you to allow hardware to display the submenu. Configuration options...
...163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms] 2-18 ASUS M4A78 PRO Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM BG SCRUB [Disabled] Disables or sets the DRAM BG Scrub. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM SCRUB ... NorthBridge Configuration ECC Configuration ECC Mode [Disabled] Disables or sets the DRAM ECC mode that allows the system to report and correct memory errors. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] C1E Support [Disabled] Allows you to allow hardware to display the submenu. Configuration options...
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...to the BIOS Flash. Load CMOS Profile. This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the "xxx.CMO" file can be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate environment after... clearing its settings. 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the Save To sub-item. Profile Allows you to run the utility. • This ...
...to the BIOS Flash. Load CMOS Profile. This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the "xxx.CMO" file can be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate environment after... clearing its settings. 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the Save To sub-item. Profile Allows you to run the utility. • This ...