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... utility 3-2 3.2.2 Creating a bootable floppy 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...
... utility 3-2 3.2.2 Creating a bootable floppy 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...
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4.3.10 ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.4 RAID configurations 4-13 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.4.3 AMD® RAID configurations 4-14 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-20 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-20 4.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows 4-20 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5.1 ATI®...
4.3.10 ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.4 RAID configurations 4-13 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.4.3 AMD® RAID configurations 4-14 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-20 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-20 4.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows 4-20 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5.1 ATI®...
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...continued on the next page) xi onboard 128MB DDR3 1333 memory - Hybrid CrossFireX™ Support - We recommend using a Windows® 32-bit OS. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots, supporting ATI CrossFireX™ technology,...channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Dual independent displays support with max. Supports Microsoft DirectX 10, OpenGL 2.0, Shader Model 4.0 - M4A78T-E specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots VGA Storage LAN Audio AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon�...
...continued on the next page) xi onboard 128MB DDR3 1333 memory - Hybrid CrossFireX™ Support - We recommend using a Windows® 32-bit OS. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots, supporting ATI CrossFireX™ technology,...channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Dual independent displays support with max. Supports Microsoft DirectX 10, OpenGL 2.0, Shader Model 4.0 - M4A78T-E specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots VGA Storage LAN Audio AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon�...
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...Windows at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! To wake the system and return to ensure longer component lifespan. You can continue running at anytime! ASUS M4A78T... power 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. ...
...Windows at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! To wake the system and return to ensure longer component lifespan. You can continue running at anytime! ASUS M4A78T... power 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. ...
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...sized channel is recommended 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 OS can be about 3GB or less. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A78T-E 2-11 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2...modules from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install a 64-bit Windows OS when having 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, it is ...
...sized channel is recommended 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 OS can be about 3GB or less. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A78T-E 2-11 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2...modules from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install a 64-bit Windows OS when having 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, it is ...
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... Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-5) These connectors are set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [IDE] by default. Chapter 2 2-28 Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using Serial ATA. • For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10...
... Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-5) These connectors are set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [IDE] by default. Chapter 2 2-28 Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using Serial ATA. • For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10...
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... restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. However, BIOS updating is no problem using a floppy disk or USB flash disk. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of a trained service personnel. 3.2 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to... system startup in system's instability or failure to boot. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-1
... restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. However, BIOS updating is no problem using a floppy disk or USB flash disk. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of a trained service personnel. 3.2 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to... system startup in system's instability or failure to boot. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A78T-E 3-1
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... you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. From the Windows® desktop, click 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the...
... you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. From the Windows® desktop, click 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the...
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...Start > Programs > ASUS > window, then click Open. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to ensure system compatibility and stability. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. M4A78T-E.ROM ASUS M4A78T-E M4A78T-E Ensure to load... update the utility to complete the update process. 2. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. 3-3 The ASUS Update main window appears. 4. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you wish to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select.
...Start > Programs > ASUS > window, then click Open. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to ensure system compatibility and stability. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. M4A78T-E.ROM ASUS M4A78T-E M4A78T-E Ensure to load... update the utility to complete the update process. 2. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. 3-3 The ASUS Update main window appears. 4. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you wish to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select.
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...; XP environment a. Click File from the format options field, then click Start. d. From the Windows® desktop, click > Computer. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup DOS environment a. c. Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk ... density 1.44MB floppy disk to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box . b. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. d. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > My Computer. b. 3.2.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 1. Click Start. c. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the ...
...; XP environment a. Click File from the format options field, then click Start. d. From the Windows® desktop, click > Computer. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup DOS environment a. c. Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk ... density 1.44MB floppy disk to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box . b. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. d. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > My Computer. b. 3.2.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 1. Click Start. c. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the ...
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...3.3.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. Refer to 3.3.7 Pop-up window. 3.3.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to another. 3.3.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu...a brief description of the selected item. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items on the screen. Pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 3.3.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are ...
...3.3.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. Refer to 3.3.7 Pop-up window. 3.3.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to another. 3.3.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu...a brief description of the selected item. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items on the screen. Pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 3.3.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are ...
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... [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the user data will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. User data includes the Express Gate's settings as well as any personal information stored by the web browser such as bookmarks, cookies, browsing ...] [Uninstalled] [Blank] Start O.C. Press to run the utility to save the setting to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to the BIOS so that the system waits at the first screen of Express Gate for user action...
... [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the user data will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. User data includes the Express Gate's settings as well as any personal information stored by the web browser such as bookmarks, cookies, browsing ...] [Uninstalled] [Blank] Start O.C. Press to run the utility to save the setting to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to the BIOS so that the system waits at the first screen of Express Gate for user action...
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Pressing does not immediately exit this option, a confirmation appears. Exit & Discard Changes Select this option, a confirmation window appears. If you made changes to fields other changes before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made to ... Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. F10 key can be used for this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the program prompts you with a message asking if you made and restore...
Pressing does not immediately exit this option, a confirmation appears. Exit & Discard Changes Select this option, a confirmation window appears. If you made changes to fields other changes before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made to ... Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. F10 key can be used for this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the program prompts you with a message asking if you made and restore...
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... to install. The Make disk menu contains items to display the ASUS contact information. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that you want to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Always install the latest OS version...the folder of the support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. Click an item to maximize the features of supplementary user manuals. Chapter 4 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ operating systems (OS). ASUS M4A78T-E 4-1
... to install. The Make disk menu contains items to display the ASUS contact information. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that you want to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Always install the latest OS version...the folder of the support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. Click an item to maximize the features of supplementary user manuals. Chapter 4 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ operating systems (OS). ASUS M4A78T-E 4-1
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... installation wizard to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support VIA HD Audio Deck for Windows® Vista™ Jacks default setting button Device volume control Minimize button ...Out support. VIA HD Audio Deck for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Display panel and volume control Minimize button Chapter 4 Refer to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. Double-click on the taskbar....
... installation wizard to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support VIA HD Audio Deck for Windows® Vista™ Jacks default setting button Device volume control Minimize button ...Out support. VIA HD Audio Deck for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Display panel and volume control Minimize button Chapter 4 Refer to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. Double-click on the taskbar....
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... II from the motherboard support DVD. 2. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-5 The PC Probe II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at a healthy operating condition. With this utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you turn it on. The PC Probe II main window appears. 3. PC...
... II from the motherboard support DVD. 2. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-5 The PC Probe II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at a healthy operating condition. With this utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you turn it on. The PC Probe II main window appears. 3. PC...
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..., or click the Normal button to restore system default settings. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-7 If you to launch several ASUS utilities easily. xx. 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you minimize the application main window, click this section are for detailed software configuration. Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Launch AI Suite by models. • Refer...
..., or click the Normal button to restore system default settings. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-7 If you to launch several ASUS utilities easily. xx. 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you minimize the application main window, click this section are for detailed software configuration. Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Launch AI Suite by models. • Refer...
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... by doubleclicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the Q-Fan 2 button on the temperature, to decrease fan speed, or to achieve the maximum fan speed. Select CPU Q-Fan 2 or CHASSIS Q-Fan 2. ASUS M4A78T-E click to achieve maximal fan speed for quiet... fan operation; 4.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2 This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you can be set the appropriate performance level of Enable Q-Fan 2 to save ...
... by doubleclicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the Q-Fan 2 button on the temperature, to decrease fan speed, or to achieve the maximum fan speed. Select CPU Q-Fan 2 or CHASSIS Q-Fan 2. ASUS M4A78T-E click to achieve maximal fan speed for quiet... fan operation; 4.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2 This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you can be set the appropriate performance level of Enable Q-Fan 2 to save ...
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... Nap allows you are away. After installing ASUS AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the ASUS Q-Button icon in the Windows notification area to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you to launch the Q-Button user interface. 2. Using ASUS AI Nap 1. Press the power button again to enter AI Nap...
... Nap allows you are away. After installing ASUS AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the ASUS Q-Button icon in the Windows notification area to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you to launch the Q-Button user interface. 2. Using ASUS AI Nap 1. Press the power button again to enter AI Nap...
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... the ASUS TurboV utility from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Load existing ASUS Turbo profiles. Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > TurboV > TurboV. Three pre-defined profiles are provided: "Race Car", "Jet Plane", and "Rocket". See your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts... to show more detailed adjustments using the CPU Ratio function in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-11 Refer to the CPU documentation before using TurboV. • Refer to the software manual in...
... the ASUS TurboV utility from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Load existing ASUS Turbo profiles. Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > TurboV > TurboV. Three pre-defined profiles are provided: "Race Car", "Jet Plane", and "Rocket". See your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts... to show more detailed adjustments using the CPU Ratio function in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. ASUS M4A78T-E 4-11 Refer to the CPU documentation before using TurboV. • Refer to the software manual in...