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... this guide viii M4A785-M specifications summary x 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 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-12 1.7.3 Installing...
... this guide viii M4A785-M specifications summary x 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 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-12 1.7.3 Installing...
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...M4A785-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ / Sempron™ family processors (AM3 / AM2+ / AM2) Supports 45nm CPU Supports CPU up to 125W AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 technology (depending on CPU type) * Refer to www.asus....com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you install the DDR2 1200(O.C.) DIMMs on the next page)...
...M4A785-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ / Sempron™ family processors (AM3 / AM2+ / AM2) Supports 45nm CPU Supports CPU up to 125W AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 technology (depending on CPU type) * Refer to www.asus....com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you install the DDR2 1200(O.C.) DIMMs on the next page)...
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...-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 45nm manufacturing process. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A785-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables...
...-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 45nm manufacturing process. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A785-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables...
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... (SONYPHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support, data transfer rate up to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and... CPU voltage and frequency for the discrete GPUs which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR2 1200 (O.C.) This motherboard supports DDR2 1200 (O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth than HT1.0 that radically improves system efficiency for a ...
... (SONYPHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support, data transfer rate up to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and... CPU voltage and frequency for the discrete GPUs which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR2 1200 (O.C.) This motherboard supports DDR2 1200 (O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth than HT1.0 that radically improves system efficiency for a ...
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...is in place. 4. Align the other end of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS M4A785-M 1-11 When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has ...bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the ...
...is in place. 4. Align the other end of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS M4A785-M 1-11 When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has ...bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the ...
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... recommend that you want to the memory address limitation on the next page) 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction M4A785-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. 2048MB(Kit of 2) Kingston KHX96002K2/2G 2048MB(Kit ...the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. CL Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 ...
... recommend that you want to the memory address limitation on the next page) 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction M4A785-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. 2048MB(Kit of 2) Kingston KHX96002K2/2G 2048MB(Kit ...the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. CL Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 ...
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... 512MB 1024MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB Vendor Part No. SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction CL Kingmax KLCD48F-A8KB5 DS Kingmax KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX N/A Kingston KVR667D2N5/ 512... •• SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of dual-channel...
... 512MB 1024MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB Vendor Part No. SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction CL Kingmax KLCD48F-A8KB5 DS Kingmax KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX N/A Kingston KVR667D2N5/ 512... •• SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of dual-channel...
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... battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 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. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS..., then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. ASUS M4A785-M 1-19
... battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 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. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS..., then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. ASUS M4A785-M 1-19
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... the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Select ... Configuration The items and configuration options in this menu may vary depending on the AMD CPU type. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Overclock Profile] [Test Mode] ASUS M4A785-M 2-9 Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Main Advanced Advanced Settings Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools...
... the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Select ... Configuration The items and configuration options in this menu may vary depending on the AMD CPU type. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Overclock Profile] [Test Mode] ASUS M4A785-M 2-9 Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Main Advanced Advanced Settings Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools...
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...you set the DRAM Timing Mode item to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT 0] [DCT 1] [Both] The following item only appears when you set Memory Clock Mode to [DCT 0], [DCT 1] or [Both]. TCL [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] ... [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] tWRWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] ASUS M4A785-M 2-11 Memclock Value [400MHz] Selects the DRAM frequency programming method. The values range from 1.20000V to adjust the value. HT Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the...
...you set the DRAM Timing Mode item to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT 0] [DCT 1] [Both] The following item only appears when you set Memory Clock Mode to [DCT 0], [DCT 1] or [Both]. TCL [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] ... [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] tWRWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] ASUS M4A785-M 2-11 Memclock Value [400MHz] Selects the DRAM frequency programming method. The values range from 1.20000V to adjust the value. HT Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the...
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...'s overclocking capability. tRDRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] tRFC0/1/2/3 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [75ns] [105ns] [127.5ns] [195ns] [327.5ns] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory over voltage. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for testing purpose. When this item is enabled, the CPU core frequency...
...'s overclocking capability. tRDRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] tRFC0/1/2/3 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [75ns] [105ns] [127.5ns] [195ns] [327.5ns] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory over voltage. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for testing purpose. When this item is enabled, the CPU core frequency...
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... [Max] [User] Internal Graphics Primary Video Controller [GFX0-GPP-IGFX-PCI] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ECC Configuration ECC Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables the DRAM ECC that allows... bits 12] [XOR of Address bits [20:16, 6]] [XOR of Address bit] Allows you to DIMMs even though memory slots are not populated. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Enables or disables MemClk Tri-...Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB] [512MB] ASUS M4A785-M 2-13
... [Max] [User] Internal Graphics Primary Video Controller [GFX0-GPP-IGFX-PCI] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ECC Configuration ECC Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables the DRAM ECC that allows... bits 12] [XOR of Address bits [20:16, 6]] [XOR of Address bit] Allows you to DIMMs even though memory slots are not populated. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Enables or disables MemClk Tri-...Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB] [512MB] ASUS M4A785-M 2-13
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The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices and setting the memory size block for Legacy USB storage devices including USB flash drives and USB hard drives. The Module Version and USB ...Enables or disables the USB 2.0 controller. Setting this item is set the emulation type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M4A785-M 2-15 If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is detected, the item shows None. Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] The following items only appear when a USB...
The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices and setting the memory size block for Legacy USB storage devices including USB flash drives and USB hard drives. The Module Version and USB ...Enables or disables the USB 2.0 controller. Setting this item is set the emulation type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M4A785-M 2-15 If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is detected, the item shows None. Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] The following items only appear when a USB...