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...guide...ix M4A79 Deluxe 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 2-5 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the...
...guide...ix M4A79 Deluxe 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 2-5 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the...
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Profile 3-34 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-35 3.10 Exit menu 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 4-3 Contents 3.5.13 DRAM ...3-25 3.7.5 APM Configuration 3-26 3.7.6 Hardware Monitor 3-27 3.8 Boot menu 3-28 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-28 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-29 3.8.3 Security 3-30 3.9 Tools menu 3-32 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-32 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-33...
Profile 3-34 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-35 3.10 Exit menu 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 4-3 Contents 3.5.13 DRAM ...3-25 3.7.5 APM Configuration 3-26 3.7.6 Hardware Monitor 3-27 3.8 Boot menu 3-28 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-28 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-29 3.8.3 Security 3-30 3.9 Tools menu 3-32 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-32 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-33...
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Contents 4.3.2 Audio configurations 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS Express Gate SSD / ASUS Express Gate 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS EPU 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2 4-9 4.3.8 ASUS AI Nap 4-10 4.3.9 ASUS TurboV 4-11 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...
Contents 4.3.2 Audio configurations 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS Express Gate SSD / ASUS Express Gate 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS EPU 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2 4-9 4.3.8 ASUS AI Nap 4-10 4.3.9 ASUS TurboV 4-11 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...
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...B limits for compliance could void the user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Operation is no guarantee that to operate this unit not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on ...a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. These limits are designed to this equipment. This class B digital apparatus complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. This...
...B limits for compliance could void the user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Operation is no guarantee that to operate this unit not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on ...a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. These limits are designed to this equipment. This class B digital apparatus complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. This...
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...make sure all power cables are using, contact your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you are unplugged. • Seek professional ... add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage...
...make sure all power cables are using, contact your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you are unplugged. • Seek professional ... add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage...
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...supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ix Optional documentation Your product package may have to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product ... installation procedures. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard...
...supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ix Optional documentation Your product package may have to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product ... installation procedures. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard...
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...) Supports 45nm CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD® 790FX / SB750 Up to OS limitation, when installing total memory of less than 3 GB. ASUS Noise Filtering VIA® VT6315N controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel) 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports ...Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF Out ports at midboard; one at back I/O - M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon...
...) Supports 45nm CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD® 790FX / SB750 Up to OS limitation, when installing total memory of less than 3 GB. ASUS Noise Filtering VIA® VT6315N controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel) 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports ...Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF Out ports at midboard; one at back I/O - M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon...
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... for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A79 Deluxe motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x ASUS CrossFire™ bridge cables 5 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port IEEE 1394a module 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 1-1 Product introduction Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it...
... for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A79 Deluxe motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x ASUS CrossFire™ bridge cables 5 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port IEEE 1394a module 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 1-1 Product introduction Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it...
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... innovative and groundbreaking fanless heat pipe design effectively lowers temperatures by up your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. Profile that lowers the temperature of connecting the system panel cables one at...
... innovative and groundbreaking fanless heat pipe design effectively lowers temperatures by up your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. Profile that lowers the temperature of connecting the system panel cables one at...
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... component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 2.1 Before you proceed Hardware information Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
... component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 2.1 Before you proceed Hardware information Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... motherboard. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ X4 / Athlon™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 (AM3 CPU). Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM2+/AM2 socket. Socket lever ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-5 Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install...
... motherboard. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ X4 / Athlon™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 (AM3 CPU). Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM2+/AM2 socket. Socket lever ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-5 Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install...
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...module base Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-7 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base... 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. Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. •...
...module base Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-7 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base... 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. Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. •...
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2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM.
2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM.
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... operation. • Due to CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 MHz is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into ...AM3/AM2+ CPU for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-11 For system stability, when four DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you are installed, all DIMMs run at a lower frequency than the vendor-...
... operation. • Due to CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 MHz is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into ...AM3/AM2+ CPU for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-11 For system stability, when four DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you are installed, all DIMMs run at a lower frequency than the vendor-...
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...Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unlock a DIMM socket. ...2. Chapter 2 Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 2 1. To install a DIMM: 1. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to unlock ...
...Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unlock a DIMM socket. ...2. Chapter 2 Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 2 1. To install a DIMM: 1. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to unlock ...
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... need IRQ assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for later use . ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-17 Failure to install expansion cards. See Chapter 3 for information on the system and...the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Chapter 2 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you...
... need IRQ assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for later use . ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-17 Failure to install expansion cards. See Chapter 3 for information on the system and...the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Chapter 2 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you...
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... link) PCI slot PCI Express x 16_2 slot (black, at max. With four graphics cards installed, the motherboard can enable quad‑display. Refer to the connectors beside the slot first ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-19 Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 Four PCI Express ...2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports four ATI CrossFireX™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply ...
... link) PCI slot PCI Express x 16_2 slot (black, at max. With four graphics cards installed, the motherboard can enable quad‑display. Refer to the connectors beside the slot first ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-19 Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 Four PCI Express ...2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports four ATI CrossFireX™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply ...
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... x16 slots support PCI Express x16 graphics cards that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for better thermal environment. x8 mode) This motherboard also supports universal PCI Express x16 slots with the PCI Express specifications. See page 2-33 for optimum VGA...x1 x8 x8 x8 • When using one graphics card and a x4 PCIe card at the same time, install them to the blue slots. • When using two graphics card, install them to the table below for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to the blue slots. •...
... x16 slots support PCI Express x16 graphics cards that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for better thermal environment. x8 mode) This motherboard also supports universal PCI Express x16 slots with the PCI Express specifications. See page 2-33 for optimum VGA...x1 x8 x8 x8 • When using one graphics card and a x4 PCIe card at the same time, install them to the blue slots. • When using two graphics card, install them to the table below for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to the blue slots. •...
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Set to pins 1-2 to work stably under the highest BIOS voltage setting before you install a new CPU and have not booted for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items introduced in BIOS. For system failure due to the wrong ...
Set to pins 1-2 to work stably under the highest BIOS voltage setting before you install a new CPU and have not booted for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items introduced in BIOS. For system failure due to the wrong ...