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...Contents...iii Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A78T-E specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU...
...Contents...iii Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A78T-E specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU...
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... disk 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-7 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.3.2 Menu bar...3-7 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-8 3.3.4 Menu items 3-8 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.3.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.3.8 Scroll bar...3-8 3.3.9 General help 3-8 3.4 Main menu 3-9 3.4.1 Primary IDE Master/Slave; SATA 1-5; ESATA 3-9 3.4.2 Storage Configuration 3-11 3.4.3 System Information 3-12 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-12 3.5.1 AI Overclocking Tuner...
... disk 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-7 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.3.2 Menu bar...3-7 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-8 3.3.4 Menu items 3-8 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.3.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.3.8 Scroll bar...3-8 3.3.9 General help 3-8 3.4 Main menu 3-9 3.4.1 Primary IDE Master/Slave; SATA 1-5; ESATA 3-9 3.4.2 Storage Configuration 3-11 3.4.3 System Information 3-12 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-12 3.5.1 AI Overclocking Tuner...
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... 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Green Design: - ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ DIY - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 65˚C) ASUS MyLogo 2™ AMD® OverDrive Support* * Advanced cooling system is required when advanced overclocking functions of AMD OverDrive are enabled. M4A78T-E specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA®...
... 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Green Design: - ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ DIY - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 65˚C) ASUS MyLogo 2™ AMD® OverDrive Support* * Advanced cooling system is required when advanced overclocking functions of AMD OverDrive are enabled. M4A78T-E specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA®...
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... limits the power consumption and heat generation of up to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. This is a unique hybrid multi-GPU technology. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with AMD's latest AM3 and multi-core CPUs to 5200MT/s ... Athlon™ X4 / Athlon™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the highest-quality home theater experience. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Dual-Channel DDR3...
... limits the power consumption and heat generation of up to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. This is a unique hybrid multi-GPU technology. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with AMD's latest AM3 and multi-core CPUs to 5200MT/s ... Athlon™ X4 / Athlon™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the highest-quality home theater experience. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Dual-Channel DDR3...
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... and energy consumption. 8+1 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, the ASUS M4 Series motherboards have adopted the brand new 8-phase VRM power design, which delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. ASUS M4A78T-E 1-3 You can continue running at anytime! With such diversity of the environment. What's more, the...
... and energy consumption. 8+1 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, the ASUS M4 Series motherboards have adopted the brand new 8-phase VRM power design, which delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. ASUS M4A78T-E 1-3 You can continue running at anytime! With such diversity of the environment. What's more, the...
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... in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you easy ways to install on your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that offers users a noiseless PC environment. This unique module eliminates the trouble of...both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fanless Design-Stylish Heatsink Design The streamline-shaped heatsink features 0-...
... in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you easy ways to install on your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that offers users a noiseless PC environment. This unique module eliminates the trouble of...both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fanless Design-Stylish Heatsink Design The streamline-shaped heatsink features 0-...
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... and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with just one touch! ASUS M4A78T-E 1-5 Simply press the predefined hotkey to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Update...
... and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with just one touch! ASUS M4A78T-E 1-5 Simply press the predefined hotkey to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Update...
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Chapter 2 ASUS M4A78T-E 2-11 The system maps the total size of 256 megabit (Mb) chips or ... OS, when you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB and 4 GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC...For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory installed on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum ...
Chapter 2 ASUS M4A78T-E 2-11 The system maps the total size of 256 megabit (Mb) chips or ... OS, when you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB and 4 GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC...For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory installed on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum ...
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... allows you to re-enter data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5- 10 seconds... RAM data in CMOS. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. ASUS M4A78T-E 2-19 After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. function. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. •...
... allows you to re-enter data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5- 10 seconds... RAM data in CMOS. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. ASUS M4A78T-E 2-19 After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. function. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. •...
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... the BIOS in case you to boot. Save a copy of this motherboard. If there is potentially risky. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-1 ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk. 3. We strongly ... Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. In normal circumstances, the default...
... the BIOS in case you to boot. Save a copy of this motherboard. If there is potentially risky. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-1 ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk. 3. We strongly ... Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. In normal circumstances, the default...
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...becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to select a field. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and...is provided for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-7 See section 2.6 Jumpers for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what... Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management ...
...becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to select a field. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and...is provided for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-7 See section 2.6 Jumpers for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what... Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management ...
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.... BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools 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. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to the default. Select Screen Select Item...
.... BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools 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. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to the default. Select Screen Select Item...
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...[1.8 GHz] [2.0 GHz] [2.2 GHz] The following three items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. 3.5.2 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual]. 3.5.7 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the ratio between the...65533;8�0��0�M�H��z�]�[4��0�0�0�M��H�z�] Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-13 Configuration options: [�A�u�to become unstable! The values range from 100 to 150. 3.5.5 DRAM ...
...[1.8 GHz] [2.0 GHz] [2.2 GHz] The following three items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. 3.5.2 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual]. 3.5.7 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the ratio between the...65533;8�0��0�M�H��z�]�[4��0�0�0�M��H�z�] Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-13 Configuration options: [�A�u�to become unstable! The values range from 100 to 150. 3.5.5 DRAM ...
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...chipset permanently. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-17 Proceed with a 0.15V interval. • Setting the voltages to a high level may require a better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings. 3.5.18 CPU Spread Spectrum [Enabled] [Disabled] Enhances the FSB overclocking ability [Enabled] Set ...3.5.14 HT Voltage [Auto] Allows you to [Enabled] for EMI control. 3.5.19 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Enabled] [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability [Enabled] Set to select the DDR3 reference voltage. The values range from 1.50V to 2.50V with a 0.10V interval. 3.5.13...
...chipset permanently. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-17 Proceed with a 0.15V interval. • Setting the voltages to a high level may require a better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings. 3.5.18 CPU Spread Spectrum [Enabled] [Disabled] Enhances the FSB overclocking ability [Enabled] Set ...3.5.14 HT Voltage [Auto] Allows you to [Enabled] for EMI control. 3.5.19 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Enabled] [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability [Enabled] Set to select the DDR3 reference voltage. The values range from 1.50V to 2.50V with a 0.10V interval. 3.5.13...
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...] The BIOS automatically adjusts this function. [All Cores] Enables the processor to have the best overclocking performance. [Per Core] Enhances the processor's overclocking capability. 3.6.2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-19 Cool'n'Quiet [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the AMD �C�o�o��l'�n�...
...] The BIOS automatically adjusts this function. [All Cores] Enables the processor to have the best overclocking performance. [Per Core] Enhances the processor's overclocking capability. 3.6.2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-19 Cool'n'Quiet [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the AMD �C�o�o��l'�n�...
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... solution. With auto phase switching for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking ASUS EPU provides you with these modes to choose from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the EPU tray icon to launch the program. EPU main menu Chapter 4 Refer to the software...
... solution. With auto phase switching for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking ASUS EPU provides you with these modes to choose from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the EPU tray icon to launch the program. EPU main menu Chapter 4 Refer to the software...
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Three pre-defined profiles are provided: "Race Car", "Jet Plane", and "Rocket". ASUS M4A78T-E 4-11 Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. • For system stability, all ... Save Profile function to save your motherboard manual for detailed software configuration. • Only AMD® Black Edition processors support the CPU Ratio function. • Set the CPU Ratio item in BIOS to High Performance Mode while using ASUS TurboV. 4.3.9 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to overclock the CPU frequency, CPU voltage,...
Three pre-defined profiles are provided: "Race Car", "Jet Plane", and "Rocket". ASUS M4A78T-E 4-11 Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. • For system stability, all ... Save Profile function to save your motherboard manual for detailed software configuration. • Only AMD® Black Edition processors support the CPU Ratio function. • Set the CPU Ratio item in BIOS to High Performance Mode while using ASUS TurboV. 4.3.9 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to overclock the CPU frequency, CPU voltage,...
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... in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.10 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn off your motherboard manual for ASUS TurboV configurations. 4. Press the power button again to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button.
... in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.10 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn off your motherboard manual for ASUS TurboV configurations. 4. Press the power button again to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button.