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Reading flash ..... All rights reserved. done Write to file...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos.
Reading flash ..... All rights reserved. done Write to file...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos.
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.... WARNING!! done Verifying flash .... done Please restart your computer A:\> 32 BIOS 更新 BIOS 程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc...
.... WARNING!! done Verifying flash .... done Please restart your computer A:\> 32 BIOS 更新 BIOS 程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc...
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.../13/2006 Flash Type - 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash 並按...
.../13/2006 Flash Type - 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash 並按...
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PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail 34 BIOS PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash ...13/2006 Flash Type - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail 34 BIOS PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash ...13/2006 Flash Type - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-26 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-26 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-26 Chapter 1: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Sub-menu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 General help 2-6 2.2.8 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.9 Scroll bar...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-26 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-26 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-26 Chapter 1: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Sub-menu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 General help 2-6 2.2.8 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.9 Scroll bar...
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... it may become wet. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. About this guide is set to perform when installing system components. Detailed descriptions of... humidity, and temperature extremes. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your retailer. It includes description of the BIOS parameters are connected. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures that all power cables from the existing system before you add a device...
... it may become wet. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. About this guide is set to perform when installing system components. Detailed descriptions of... humidity, and temperature extremes. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your retailer. It includes description of the BIOS parameters are connected. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures that all power cables from the existing system before you add a device...
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...environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to overclocking failure. CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) The BIOS C.P.R. C.P.R. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD, or USB disk that allows you to update...; The actural boot time is in real-time-helping save power and money! ASUS M4N78 SE 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is subject to open the system chassis ...
...environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to overclocking failure. CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) The BIOS C.P.R. C.P.R. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD, or USB disk that allows you to update...; The actural boot time is in real-time-helping save power and money! ASUS M4N78 SE 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is subject to open the system chassis ...
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.... See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary... BIOS settings, if any. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-17 Otherwise, ...
.... See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary... BIOS settings, if any. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-17 Otherwise, ...
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.... Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the... clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature.
.... Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the... clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature.
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...the computer when you can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). Set to +5VSB to additional USB ports. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-19 2. These jumpers are for the rear and internal USB connectors that can connect to wake up feature. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPW) This ...jumper allows you to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. 3. This feature requires an ATX power supply that you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in reduced power mode). USB...
...the computer when you can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). Set to +5VSB to additional USB ports. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-19 2. These jumpers are for the rear and internal USB connectors that can connect to wake up feature. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPW) This ...jumper allows you to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. 3. This feature requires an ATX power supply that you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in reduced power mode). USB...
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If you install Serial ATA hard disk drives, you to [RAID Mode]. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-23 The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is backward compatible with 133 MB/s (Ultra DMA133). Optical drive audio in the BIOS to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG...
If you install Serial ATA hard disk drives, you to [RAID Mode]. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-23 The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is backward compatible with 133 MB/s (Ultra DMA133). Optical drive audio in the BIOS to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG...
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... LED. 6. The speaker allows you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PWRLED) This 2-pin connector is for...
... LED. 6. The speaker allows you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PWRLED) This 2-pin connector is for...
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The USB 2.0 module is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. ... connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD Audio]. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for details. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-25 Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard high...
The USB 2.0 module is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. ... connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD Audio]. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for details. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-25 Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard high...
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... the ASUS Update utility. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Quit all its features. c. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-1 The ASUS Update...
... the ASUS Update utility. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Quit all its features. c. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-1 The ASUS Update...
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...partition only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.21 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4N78 SE VER: 0210 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 01/21/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown ...• Press + during POST to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2. Insert the USB...
...partition only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.21 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4N78 SE VER: 0210 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 01/21/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown ...• Press + during POST to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2. Insert the USB...
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..., the utility then checks the USB flash disk. • The recovered BIOS may not be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on the system. 2. Starting BIOS recovery... ASUS M4N78 SE 2-3 You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash disk that...
..., the utility then checks the USB flash disk. • The recovered BIOS may not be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on the system. 2. Starting BIOS recovery... ASUS M4N78 SE 2-3 You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash disk that...
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... with its test routines. The firmware chip on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply for most conditions to make your BIOS." If you can cause damage to always shut-down procedure. • Press ++... to ensure optimum performance. This section explains how to ensure system compatibility and stability. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are for this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. If the system becomes unstable after...
... with its test routines. The firmware chip on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply for most conditions to make your BIOS." If you can cause damage to always shut-down procedure. • Press ++... to ensure optimum performance. This section explains how to ensure system compatibility and stability. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are for this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. If the system becomes unstable after...
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...your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to configure system Time. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-5 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration... fields Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit General help System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Tue 02...
...your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to configure system Time. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-5 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration... fields Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit General help System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Tue 02...
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...The highlighted item on the screen Select Screen Select Item +- You cannot select an item that the iteam has a sub-menu. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Options Disabled...and change the value of the field opposite the item. Use [+] or [-] to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that particular menu. To display the sub-menu, select ...
...The highlighted item on the screen Select Screen Select Item +- You cannot select an item that the iteam has a sub-menu. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Options Disabled...and change the value of the field opposite the item. Use [+] or [-] to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that particular menu. To display the sub-menu, select ...
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...[+] or [-] to navigate through them. There is installed in the system. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra ...BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] This item does not appear when you to display the IDE/SATA device information. ASUS M4N78 SE...
...[+] or [-] to navigate through them. There is installed in the system. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra ...BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] This item does not appear when you to display the IDE/SATA device information. ASUS M4N78 SE...