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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A78LT-M PLUS 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 1-3 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...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A78LT-M PLUS 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 1-3 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...
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... interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that to radio communications. DO NOT throw the motherboard in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits... to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. Canadian...
... interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that to radio communications. DO NOT throw the motherboard in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits... to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. Canadian...
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... away from the system, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are using, contact your area. If possible, disconnect all power...
... away from the system, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are using, contact your area. If possible, disconnect all power...
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...consumption. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS motherboard 2 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 ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and... accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0based system bus. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long ...
...consumption. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS motherboard 2 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 ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and... accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0based system bus. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long ...
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... visual quality of the latest operating system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. Dual-Channel DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1800 (O.C.)/1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz to www.amd.com for the discrete ... an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology and RAID support This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth...
... visual quality of the latest operating system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. Dual-Channel DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1800 (O.C.)/1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz to www.amd.com for the discrete ... an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology and RAID support This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth...
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... the PC power button into 256-color boot logos to the motherboard USB port before entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from switching power supply (PSU). ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to...
... the PC power button into 256-color boot logos to the motherboard USB port before entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from switching power supply (PSU). ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to...
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...the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. Simply shut down and reboot the system,...Union's Restriction on the system and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. ASUS AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after you turn on the use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/...
...the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. Simply shut down and reboot the system,...Union's Restriction on the system and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. ASUS AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after you turn on the use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/...
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... supply and detach its power cord. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before removing or plugging in the bag that...or in any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you install or remove any component, switch off mode. SB_PWR M4A78LT-M PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4A78LT-M PLUS Onboard LED ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-5
... supply and detach its power cord. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before removing or plugging in the bag that...or in any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you install or remove any component, switch off mode. SB_PWR M4A78LT-M PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4A78LT-M PLUS Onboard LED ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-5
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The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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. Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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. Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
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... the pins and damaging the CPU! M4A78LT-M PLUS M4A78LT-M PLUS CPU socket AM3 2. Small triangle Gold triangle 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM3 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Position the CPU above the socket...
... the pins and damaging the CPU! M4A78LT-M PLUS M4A78LT-M PLUS CPU socket AM3 2. Small triangle Gold triangle 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM3 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Position the CPU above the socket...
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... the CPU. You can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! 5. The lever clicks on the motherboard. M4A78LT-M PLUS CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M4A78LT-M PLUS CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to plug this connector. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to indicate that comes... it is in place, push down the socket lever to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-9
... the CPU. You can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! 5. The lever clicks on the motherboard. M4A78LT-M PLUS CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M4A78LT-M PLUS CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to plug this connector. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to indicate that comes... it is in place, push down the socket lever to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-9
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... module base. • The retention module base is properly applied 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 you install the heatsink and fan assembly. If ...certified heatsink and fan assembly. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
... module base. • The retention module base is properly applied 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 you install the heatsink and fan assembly. If ...certified heatsink and fan assembly. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
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...Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4A78LT-M PLUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-11 Ensure that the retention bracket is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink...heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 3.
...Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4A78LT-M PLUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-11 Ensure that the retention bracket is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink...heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 3.
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...the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. M4A78LT-M PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you are ...Install a maximum of the following: - Use a 64-bit Windows® OS if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 3) SS/ DS Brand Chip NO. AD31600X002GMU CM3X1G1600C9DHX CM3X2G1600C9DHX TR3X6G1600C8 G(XMP) TR3X6G1600C8D G(XMP) ...
...the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. M4A78LT-M PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you are ...Install a maximum of the following: - Use a 64-bit Windows® OS if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 3) SS/ DS Brand Chip NO. AD31600X002GMU CM3X1G1600C9DHX CM3X2G1600C9DHX TR3X6G1600C8 G(XMP) TR3X6G1600C8D G(XMP) ...
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... socket. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 DIMM notch 2. Locked Retaining Clip...
... socket. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 DIMM notch 2. Locked Retaining Clip...
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... need IRQ assignments. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-17 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI...
... need IRQ assignments. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-17 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI...
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...pin port is purchased separately. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. See section 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-21 GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R...two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to [HD Audio]. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector ...
...pin port is purchased separately. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. See section 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-21 GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R...two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to [HD Audio]. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector ...
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... Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on the Ultra DMA cable connector. M4A78LT-M PLUS IDE connector ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-23 IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. This prevents... the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to match the covered hole on the IDE connector is set as "Cable-Select", ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. PRI_IDE PIN1 M4A78LT-M PLUS NOTE:Orient the red markings ...
... Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on the Ultra DMA cable connector. M4A78LT-M PLUS IDE connector ASUS M4A78LT-M PLUS 1-23 IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. This prevents... the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to match the covered hole on the IDE connector is set as "Cable-Select", ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. PRI_IDE PIN1 M4A78LT-M PLUS NOTE:Orient the red markings ...
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... SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, and SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy disk drive connector. GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 ... GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND SATA3 SATA4 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND M4A78LT-M PLUS SATA1 SATA2 M4A78LT-M PLUS SATA connectors • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using Serial ATA....
... SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, and SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy disk drive connector. GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 ... GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND SATA3 SATA4 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND M4A78LT-M PLUS SATA1 SATA2 M4A78LT-M PLUS SATA connectors • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using Serial ATA....