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Motherboard M4A78LT M4A78LT LE
Motherboard M4A78LT M4A78LT LE
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... in receipt of the product for backup purposes, without any means, except documentation kept by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE...169; 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it shipped to, by ASUS; IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR...
... in receipt of the product for backup purposes, without any means, except documentation kept by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE...169; 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it shipped to, by ASUS; IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A78LT Series specifications summar 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 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A78LT Series specifications summar 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 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-29 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 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-29 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 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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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... Rules. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
... Rules. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
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If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are also provided. vii Do not place the product in your retailer. About this guide is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure that the power ...
If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are also provided. vii Do not place the product in your retailer. About this guide is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure that the power ...
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IMPORTANT: Instructions that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you must press two or more information Refer to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are not part... the Enter or Return key. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. Example: means that you must press the enclosed key.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you must press two or more information Refer to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are not part... the Enter or Return key. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. Example: means that you must press the enclosed key.
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...; CPU support list AMD® 760G (780L)/ SB710 Up to DDR3 1066MHz. M4A78LT Series specifications summar CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB Special features ASUS unique features AMD® Socket AM3 AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon... 4 ports at the back panel) 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors (M4A78LT only) Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Anti Surge ASUS AI Charger ASUS Turbo Key (continued on the next page) ix C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333...
...; CPU support list AMD® 760G (780L)/ SB710 Up to DDR3 1066MHz. M4A78LT Series specifications summar CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB Special features ASUS unique features AMD® Socket AM3 AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon... 4 ports at the back panel) 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors (M4A78LT only) Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Anti Surge ASUS AI Charger ASUS Turbo Key (continued on the next page) ix C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333...
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M4A78LT Series specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x LPT port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) ... 12V power connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8 in (30.5 cm x 20.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
M4A78LT Series specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x LPT port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) ... 12V power connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8 in (30.5 cm x 20.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... HyperTransport™ 3.0based system bus. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A78LT Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4A78LT Series motherboards include M4A78LT and M4A78LT LE two models. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in your motherboard package for buying an...
... HyperTransport™ 3.0based system bus. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4A78LT Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4A78LT Series motherboards include M4A78LT and M4A78LT LE two models. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in your motherboard package for buying an...
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.../s technology and RAID support This motherboard supports hard drives based on the headphone while playing multichannel network games. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (M4A78LT only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
.../s technology and RAID support This motherboard supports hard drives based on the headphone while playing multichannel network games. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (M4A78LT only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... cores, without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to personalize your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that contains the BIOS file. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an overclocking button. After the easy...
... cores, without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to personalize your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that contains the BIOS file. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an overclocking button. After the easy...
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... energy consumptions. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data...
... energy consumptions. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data...
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... soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. M4A78LT Series SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4A78LT Series Onboard LED ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-5 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components...
... soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. M4A78LT Series SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4A78LT Series Onboard LED ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-5 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components...
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DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 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 chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis. M4A78LT Series 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 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 chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis. M4A78LT Series 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET AM3 USB34 LAN1_USB12 30.5cm(12.0in) USBPW1-4 AUDIO CHA_FAN AMD® RS780L EATXPWR 2 RTL 8111E PCIEX1_1 M4A78LT Series PCIEX16_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power ICS 9LPRS483 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 PCI1 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 AMD® SB710 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 7 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2...
... module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET AM3 USB34 LAN1_USB12 30.5cm(12.0in) USBPW1-4 AUDIO CHA_FAN AMD® RS780L EATXPWR 2 RTL 8111E PCIEX1_1 M4A78LT Series PCIEX16_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power ICS 9LPRS483 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 PCI1 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 AMD® SB710 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 7 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2...
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... Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. Onboard LED 1-5 ATX12V) 3. AMD CPU socket 1-8 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27 7. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A78LT Series M4A78LT Series CPU socket AM3 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-26 4. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket...
... Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. Onboard LED 1-5 ATX12V) 3. AMD CPU socket 1-8 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27 7. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A78LT Series M4A78LT Series CPU socket AM3 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-26 4. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket...
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... into the socket to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Gold triangle 7. ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-9 The CPU fits only in completely. 3. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M4A78LT Series M4A78LT Series CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. otherwise...
... into the socket to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Gold triangle 7. ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-9 The CPU fits only in completely. 3. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M4A78LT Series M4A78LT Series CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. otherwise...
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Attach one end of the installed CPU, ensuring that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 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 retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place the heatsink on top of the retention bracket to the CPU heatsink or CPU before ...
To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Attach one end of the installed CPU, ensuring that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 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 retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place the heatsink on top of the retention bracket to the CPU heatsink or CPU before ...
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... the CPU fan cable to the retention module base. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 M4A78LT Series Channel Channel A Channel B M4A78LT Series 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-11 When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. 4.
... the CPU fan cable to the retention module base. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 M4A78LT Series Channel Channel A Channel B M4A78LT Series 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS M4A78LT Series 1-11 When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. 4.
