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...unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord. If you are using the product, make sure all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately...screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables ...
...unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord. If you are using the product, make sure all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately...screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables ...
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... in above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The item illustrations in your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS M4A78T-E Motherboard 4 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit User Manual Support DVD User Guide • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for reference only.
... in above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The item illustrations in your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS M4A78T-E Motherboard 4 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit User Manual Support DVD User Guide • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for reference only.
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Chapter 2 ASUS M4A78T-E 2-11 For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you install a 64-bit Windows OS when... ECC and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, see section 3.6 Advanced menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory installed on its SPD.
Chapter 2 ASUS M4A78T-E 2-11 For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you install a 64-bit Windows OS when... ECC and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, see section 3.6 Advanced menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory installed on its SPD.
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...settings except in the future. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the motherboard CMOS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk. 3. Save a copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input...An error message appears on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-1 The following utilities allow you need to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to ensure ...
...settings except in the future. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the motherboard CMOS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk. 3. Save a copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input...An error message appears on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-1 The following utilities allow you need to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to ensure ...
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3.4.3 System Information This menu gives you an overview of these preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. The configuration options for the system. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to achieve ... Exit Configure System Frequency/Voltage Ai Overclocking [Auto] DRAM Frequency Control [Auto] HT Link Speed [Auto] ******* Please key in this chapter vary depending on the motherboard.
3.4.3 System Information This menu gives you an overview of these preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. The configuration options for the system. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to achieve ... Exit Configure System Frequency/Voltage Ai Overclocking [Auto] DRAM Frequency Control [Auto] HT Link Speed [Auto] ******* Please key in this chapter vary depending on the motherboard.
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... only. The Make disk menu contains items to run the DVD. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-1 Use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The Manual menu contains the list of the user manual. Click an item to avail all motherboard features. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to create the ATI®...
... only. The Make disk menu contains items to run the DVD. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-1 Use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The Manual menu contains the list of the user manual. Click an item to avail all motherboard features. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to create the ATI®...
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...key during the Power On Self-Tests (POST). 2. Launching the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software 1. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-3 Reboot your computer and set it to the software manual in the support DVD have wizards that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount... configuration. 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that will conveniently guide you through the ...
...key during the Power On Self-Tests (POST). 2. Launching the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software 1. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-3 Reboot your computer and set it to the software manual in the support DVD have wizards that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount... configuration. 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that will conveniently guide you through the ...
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...Audio Deck. Double-click on the icon to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. VIA HD Audio Deck for detailed software configuration. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support The software provides Jack-Detection,MultiStreaming, Front Panel ... options Control settings window Display panel and volume control Minimize button Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows® Vista™ Jacks default setting button Device volume control Minimize button Exit ...
...Audio Deck. Double-click on the icon to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. VIA HD Audio Deck for detailed software configuration. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support The software provides Jack-Detection,MultiStreaming, Front Panel ... options Control settings window Display panel and volume control Minimize button Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows® Vista™ Jacks default setting button Device volume control Minimize button Exit ...
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..., and system voltages, among others. Install PC Probe II from the motherboard support DVD. 2. PC Probe II main window Chapter 4 Button Function Opens... Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Refer to the software manual in the Windows® n��o�t�i�fi�c�a�t�...65533;�s�e� or restore the application. The PC Probe II main window appears. 3. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-5 With this utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects...
..., and system voltages, among others. Install PC Probe II from the motherboard support DVD. 2. PC Probe II main window Chapter 4 Button Function Opens... Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Refer to the software manual in the Windows® n��o�t�i�fi�c�a�t�...65533;�s�e� or restore the application. The PC Probe II main window appears. 3. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-5 With this utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects...
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... you can start using the utility. When installed on USB HDDs and Flash drives, connect the drives to install ASUS Express Gate from the motherboard support DVD before turning on your pictures. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported. ... Enter the motherboard BIOS setup Continue booting to existing OS when timer counts down to the software manual in the Express Gate Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.4 ASUS Express Gate SSD / ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate SSD / ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on the computer. ASUS Express Gate...
... you can start using the utility. When installed on USB HDDs and Flash drives, connect the drives to install ASUS Express Gate from the motherboard support DVD before turning on your pictures. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported. ... Enter the motherboard BIOS setup Continue booting to existing OS when timer counts down to the software manual in the Express Gate Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.4 ASUS Express Gate SSD / ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate SSD / ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on the computer. ASUS Express Gate...
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...clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx. The AI Suite main window appears. 3. Launch AI Suite by models. • Refer to the software manual in this icon to restore the window. Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. 2. If you... utility, or click the Normal button to launch several ASUS utilities easily. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows® notification area. 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you minimize the application main window, click this section are for detailed software configuration. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-7
...clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx. The AI Suite main window appears. 3. Launch AI Suite by models. • Refer to the software manual in this icon to restore the window. Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. 2. If you... utility, or click the Normal button to launch several ASUS utilities easily. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows® notification area. 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you minimize the application main window, click this section are for detailed software configuration. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-7
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...loading and intelligently adjusts the power in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support You can ... components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking ASUS EPU provides you with a total system power-saving solution. EPU main menu Chapter 4 ... phase switching for each mode. 4.3.6 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with these modes to choose from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the EPU ...
...loading and intelligently adjusts the power in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support You can ... components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking ASUS EPU provides you with a total system power-saving solution. EPU main menu Chapter 4 ... phase switching for each mode. 4.3.6 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with these modes to choose from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the EPU ...
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...motherboard manual for detailed software configuration. • Only AMD® Black Edition processors support the CPU Ratio function. • Set the CPU Ratio item in BIOS to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. Launching ASUS TurboV 1. Install the ASUS...proceed more detailed adjustments using the CPU Ratio function in ASUS TurboV will not be kept on the next system boot. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-11 4.3.9 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to High Performance Mode while using ASUS TurboV. Save the current settings as a new profile ...
...motherboard manual for detailed software configuration. • Only AMD® Black Edition processors support the CPU Ratio function. • Set the CPU Ratio item in BIOS to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. Launching ASUS TurboV 1. Install the ASUS...proceed more detailed adjustments using the CPU Ratio function in ASUS TurboV will not be kept on the next system boot. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-11 4.3.9 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to High Performance Mode while using ASUS TurboV. Save the current settings as a new profile ...
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... Power to launch the Q-Button user interface. Press and hold the power button for ASUS TurboV configurations. 4. 4.3.10 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn off your computer. Restart your motherboard manual for 4 seconds will turn off the Turbo Key function. See your computer. Press ...the power button again to enter ASUS AI Nap mode after pressing the power button. 2. Select AI Nap to turn the ...
... Power to launch the Q-Button user interface. Press and hold the power button for ASUS TurboV configurations. 4. 4.3.10 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn off your computer. Restart your motherboard manual for 4 seconds will turn off the Turbo Key function. See your computer. Press ...the power button again to enter ASUS AI Nap mode after pressing the power button. 2. Select AI Nap to turn the ...
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Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to its user manual for the locations of this chapter is firmly in place. Ensure that the cards are ATI®-certified. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to the goldfingers on the slots.... 2. Ensure that the connector is for reference purpose only and may not exactly match your motherboard. 1. Different types of graphics cards will not work together properly. • The motherboard layout of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. 3. Chapter 5 5.1.3 Installing ...
Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to its user manual for the locations of this chapter is firmly in place. Ensure that the cards are ATI®-certified. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to the goldfingers on the slots.... 2. Ensure that the connector is for reference purpose only and may not exactly match your motherboard. 1. Different types of graphics cards will not work together properly. • The motherboard layout of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. 3. Chapter 5 5.1.3 Installing ...