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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M4A78L-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...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M4A78L-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...
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...(Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is no ...cause harmful interference to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of the FCC Rules. Check local regulations for a Class B digital device, ...
...(Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is no ...cause harmful interference to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of the FCC Rules. Check local regulations for a Class B digital device, ...
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... the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using , contact your regular household waste. These devices could explode... and release harmful substances into the environment. • Never dispose of the battery in your motherboard) and is set to the correct voltage in your power supply is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION, AVOID...
... the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using , contact your regular household waste. These devices could explode... and release harmful substances into the environment. • Never dispose of the battery in your motherboard) and is set to the correct voltage in your power supply is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION, AVOID...
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How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the ...product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. This motherboard should only be used in any damage, contact your retailer. If you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS ...
How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the ...product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. This motherboard should only be used in any damage, contact your retailer. If you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS ...
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... another standout in the new 45nm manufacturing process. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A78L-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up...
... another standout in the new 45nm manufacturing process. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A78L-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up...
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...8482; x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support (Socket AM2+/AM2) This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors. DDR2 1200(O.C.) support To attain top performance, ASUS engineers have successfully unleashed DDR2 1200(O.C.) MHz to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system... of the latest operating system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a ...
...8482; x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support (Socket AM2+/AM2) This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors. DDR2 1200(O.C.) support To attain top performance, ASUS engineers have successfully unleashed DDR2 1200(O.C.) MHz to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system... of the latest operating system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a ...
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...PC power button into an overclocking button. It supports file downloading to support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives.... It also supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations for high-speed data retrieval and save. Refer to USB drives only. • ASUS Express Gate complies with at least 1.2GB free disk space. ASUS M4A78L...
...PC power button into an overclocking button. It supports file downloading to support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives.... It also supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations for high-speed data retrieval and save. Refer to USB drives only. • ASUS Express Gate complies with at least 1.2GB free disk space. ASUS M4A78L...
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... the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to their default settings. feature automatically restores ... ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that allows you turn on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that contains the BIOS file. Green ASUS This motherboard...
... the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to their default settings. feature automatically restores ... ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that allows you turn on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that contains the BIOS file. Green ASUS This motherboard...
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This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that came with the component. • ... you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before touching any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M4A78L-M ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4A78L-M Onboard power LED ASUS M4A78L-M 1-5 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to static electricity. P5KPL-AM...
This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that came with the component. • ... you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before touching any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M4A78L-M ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4A78L-M Onboard power LED ASUS M4A78L-M 1-5 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to static electricity. P5KPL-AM...
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1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. M4A78L-M 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. M4A78L-M 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
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SATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 - 6) 1-11 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-22 14. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 24 3 4 5 22.4cm(8.8in) KB_USB56 SPDIFO_ HDMI ATX12V CHA_FAN CPU_FAN COM1 Super I/O 6 LPT SOCKET AM2+ DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin ...Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 8. Onboard power LED (SB_PWR) 11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-25 15. PCIe x16 / PCIe x1 / PCI slots 1-19 Page 1-27 1-5 1-26 1-28 1-29 1-23 1-18 ASUS M4A78L-M 1-7 CPU Socket AM2...
SATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 - 6) 1-11 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-22 14. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 24 3 4 5 22.4cm(8.8in) KB_USB56 SPDIFO_ HDMI ATX12V CHA_FAN CPU_FAN COM1 Super I/O 6 LPT SOCKET AM2+ DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin ...Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 8. Onboard power LED (SB_PWR) 11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-25 15. PCIe x16 / PCIe x1 / PCI slots 1-19 Page 1-27 1-5 1-26 1-28 1-29 1-23 1-18 ASUS M4A78L-M 1-7 CPU Socket AM2...
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...on the motherboard. Ensure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. The AM2+ / AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. M4A78L-M M4A78L-M CPU...place. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in one correct orientation. The CPU fits only in completely. 3. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard supports AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ / Sempron™ Family processors. Press the lever...
...on the motherboard. Ensure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. The AM2+ / AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. M4A78L-M M4A78L-M CPU...place. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in one correct orientation. The CPU fits only in completely. 3. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard supports AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ / Sempron™ Family processors. Press the lever...
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... can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Connect the CPU fan cable to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. CPU_FAN M4A78L-M M4A78L-M CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to plug this connector. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to... in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ASUS M4A78L-M 1-9 Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard.
... can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Connect the CPU fan cable to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. CPU_FAN M4A78L-M M4A78L-M CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to plug this connector. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to... in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ASUS M4A78L-M 1-9 Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard.
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...the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the ..., ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure...
...the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the ..., ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure...
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... differently to prevent installation 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 two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the retention ... connect the CPU fan connector! Align the other end of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B M4A78L-M M4A78L-M 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4A78L-M 1-11 DO NOT forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
... differently to prevent installation 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 two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the retention ... connect the CPU fan connector! Align the other end of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B M4A78L-M M4A78L-M 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4A78L-M 1-11 DO NOT forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
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... optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. M4A78L-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package CL ...a 64-bit �W�i�nd�o�w��s® OS if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink ...
... optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. M4A78L-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package CL ...a 64-bit �W�i�nd�o�w��s® OS if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink ...
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... it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is properly seated. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M4A78L-M 1 1-17 Press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or...
... it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is properly seated. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M4A78L-M 1 1-17 Press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or...
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... Product introduction Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or ...cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause ...
... Product introduction Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or ...cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause ...
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...Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to the D-Sub port has display. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. HDMI port. ASUS M4A78L-M 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. DVI-D port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback...only under Windows. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and 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,...
...Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to the D-Sub port has display. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. HDMI port. ASUS M4A78L-M 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. DVI-D port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback...only under Windows. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and 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,...