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... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 Chapter 2: BIOS information 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 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General ...
... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 Chapter 2: BIOS information 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 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General ...
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...a menu or an item to complete a task. Used to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Keys enclosed in this guide To ensure that ... This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus....
...a menu or an item to complete a task. Used to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Keys enclosed in this guide To ensure that ... This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus....
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... 128MB DDR3 1333 memory - M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors Supports 45nm CPU AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD...
... 128MB DDR3 1333 memory - M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors Supports 45nm CPU AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD...
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... on the next page) ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heat sink solution - ASUS EPU ASUS Expree Gate ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Audio USB 1394 ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® VT1708S High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detect, Multi-streaming, and...
... on the next page) ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heat sink solution - ASUS EPU ASUS Expree Gate ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Audio USB 1394 ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® VT1708S High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detect, Multi-streaming, and...
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...M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x eSATA port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I/O ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support...x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II AMD OverDrive Utility (AOD) Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4...
...M4A785TD-V EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x eSATA port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I/O ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support...x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II AMD OverDrive Utility (AOD) Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4...
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... graphics. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO motherboard 4 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is optimized with less power consumption. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in...
... graphics. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO motherboard 4 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is optimized with less power consumption. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in...
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...enhancing system performance in 3D graphics and other portable devices. HDMI, DVI, and D-Sub. DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 1800 (O.C.) that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. ...provides you are able to choose and upgrade display devices freely. HDMI/DVI/RGB support Flexible Graphics Alternatives This motherboard supports multiple digital and analog display output interfaces - Supporting HDCP copy protection such as memory buffer for integrated graphics. S/PDIF digital sound ...
...enhancing system performance in 3D graphics and other portable devices. HDMI, DVI, and D-Sub. DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 1800 (O.C.) that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. ...provides you are able to choose and upgrade display devices freely. HDMI/DVI/RGB support Flexible Graphics Alternatives This motherboard supports multiple digital and analog display output interfaces - Supporting HDCP copy protection such as memory buffer for integrated graphics. S/PDIF digital sound ...
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... and hot-plug functions for easy data backup to www.amd.com for high-speed data retrieval and save. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-3 1.3.2 ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ support ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology greatly boosts graphics performance with an onboard GPU and a discrete graphics card. •...detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into an overclocking button. Innovative ASUS features ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the AM3 CPU's potential, the ASUS M4 Series motherboards have adopted a brand-new 8-phase VRM power design which means there will ...
... and hot-plug functions for easy data backup to www.amd.com for high-speed data retrieval and save. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-3 1.3.2 ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ support ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology greatly boosts graphics performance with an onboard GPU and a discrete graphics card. •...detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into an overclocking button. Innovative ASUS features ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the AM3 CPU's potential, the ASUS M4 Series motherboards have adopted a brand-new 8-phase VRM power design which means there will ...
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...the BIOS from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. It supports file downloading to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer. • ...The actual boot time depends on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from a USB ...
...the BIOS from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. It supports file downloading to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer. • ...The actual boot time depends on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from a USB ...
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M4A785TD-V EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. CL DIMM support DS Brand A* B* C* CM3X2G1800C8D 2048MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A • • KHX14400D3K2/2G 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 • •...8226; Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to install 4GB or more memory on Windows® XP Professional x64 and Vista x64 editions. Use a 64-...
M4A785TD-V EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. CL DIMM support DS Brand A* B* C* CM3X2G1800C8D 2048MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A • • KHX14400D3K2/2G 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 • •...8226; Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to install 4GB or more memory on Windows® XP Professional x64 and Vista x64 editions. Use a 64-...
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...-ANX-12A Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 9-9-9-24 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-28 8-8-8-24 8-8-8-24 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-24 8-8-8-21 9-9-9-24 N/A N/A 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-27 8-8-8-24 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-13 DDR3-1600(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No.
...-ANX-12A Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 9-9-9-24 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-28 8-8-8-24 8-8-8-24 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-24 8-8-8-21 9-9-9-24 N/A N/A 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-27 8-8-8-24 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-13 DDR3-1600(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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... 8FD22D9JNM Samsung N/A N/A Patriot N/A N/A SEC 904 HCH9 K4B1G0846D Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package PM64M8D38U-15 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package CL 9 9 9 N/A N/A 9 9 7-7-7-20 7-7-7-20 N/A N/A DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
... 8FD22D9JNM Samsung N/A N/A Patriot N/A N/A SEC 904 HCH9 K4B1G0846D Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package PM64M8D38U-15 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package CL 9 9 9 N/A N/A 9 9 7-7-7-20 7-7-7-20 N/A N/A DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
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ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-15 DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size Elpida Elpida G.SKILL Kingston Kingston Kingston Micron Micron OCZ Samsung... 7-7-7-16 SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCF8 N/A SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCG8 N/A SS Samsung SEC 901 HCF8 K4B1G0846E N/A DS SAMSUNG 846 K4B2G0846B-HCF8 N/A DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C N/A DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ...
ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-15 DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size Elpida Elpida G.SKILL Kingston Kingston Kingston Micron Micron OCZ Samsung... 7-7-7-16 SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCF8 N/A SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCG8 N/A SS Samsung SEC 901 HCF8 K4B1G0846E N/A DS SAMSUNG 846 K4B2G0846B-HCF8 N/A DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C N/A DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ...
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... it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2.
... it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2.
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... cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFireX™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that they support. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or...ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-17 Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports...
... cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFireX™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that they support. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or...ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-17 Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports...
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... of HD DVD, Blu-Ray, and other protected content. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are supported on the OS). Dual display output support • This table indicates that whether the following dual display outputs are for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) .... 12. This port is VIA High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to the D-Sub port has display. ...
... of HD DVD, Blu-Ray, and other protected content. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are supported on the OS). Dual display output support • This table indicates that whether the following dual display outputs are for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) .... 12. This port is VIA High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to the D-Sub port has display. ...
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... • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you are for details. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about ...the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that you intend to install additional ...
... • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you are for details. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about ...the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that you intend to install additional ...
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... a RAID/AHCI set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA5, and SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for...
... a RAID/AHCI set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA5, and SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for...
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... system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The IDE LED lights... button. Connect the chassis power LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. 5. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-25
... system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The IDE LED lights... button. Connect the chassis power LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. 5. ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO 1-25
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... at the back of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction 6. LPT is purchased separately. 7. These...
... at the back of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction 6. LPT is purchased separately. 7. These...