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...language in writing by ASUS; No part of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). All Rights Reserved. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN ...THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will not ...
...language in writing by ASUS; No part of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). All Rights Reserved. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN ...THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will not ...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M4A785T-M specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M4A785T-M specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
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... GPU Supports DVI-D with HDCP compliant with max. resolution up to 2560x1600 (@60Hz Dual-link) Supports HDMI™ with max. RGB & HDMI Maximum shared memory up to... on the next page) M4A785T-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™...785G / SB710 Up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 16GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066MHz memory modules * Refer to www.asus...
... GPU Supports DVI-D with HDCP compliant with max. resolution up to 2560x1600 (@60Hz Dual-link) Supports HDMI™ with max. RGB & HDMI Maximum shared memory up to... on the next page) M4A785T-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™...785G / SB710 Up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 16GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066MHz memory modules * Refer to www.asus...
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PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz to 550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x VGA port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 1 x ...174; 8112L PCIe Gigabit LAN controller ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Express Gate ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Anti-Surge Protection Intelligent overclocking tool: - GPU NOS SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - M4A785T-M specifications summary USB LAN ASUS unique features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal...
PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz to 550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x VGA port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 1 x ...174; 8112L PCIe Gigabit LAN controller ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Express Gate ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Anti-Surge Protection Intelligent overclocking tool: - GPU NOS SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - M4A785T-M specifications summary USB LAN ASUS unique features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal...
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xii M4A785T-M specifications summary BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5,ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Express Gate Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xii M4A785T-M specifications summary BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5,ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Express Gate Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...file downloading to USB drives only. • ASUS Express Gate complies with at least 1.2GB free disk space. 1.3.2 Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced salability and doubling the bus bandwidth ...copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience. ASUS M4A785T-M 1-3 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is a set of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. HDMI support HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia...
...file downloading to USB drives only. • ASUS Express Gate complies with at least 1.2GB free disk space. 1.3.2 Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced salability and doubling the bus bandwidth ...copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience. ASUS M4A785T-M 1-3 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is a set of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. HDMI support HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia...
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...Express specifications. 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. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. ASUS M4A785T-M... The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
...Express specifications. 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. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. ASUS M4A785T-M... The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
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...-us for an ATX power supply. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you intend to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support....asus. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator ...
...-us for an ATX power supply. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you intend to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support....asus. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator ...
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...-Port6 items in the support DVD. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is faster than the standard parallel ATA with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. 3.
...-Port6 items in the support DVD. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is faster than the standard parallel ATA with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. 3.
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... back of the system chassis. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction
... back of the system chassis. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... A solid triangle before each item on a menu screen means that the item has a submenu. 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the field opposite the item. configurable, you can change the value...
... A solid triangle before each item on a menu screen means that the item has a submenu. 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the field opposite the item. configurable, you can change the value...
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... 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1~6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE/SATA device type. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] This item only appears in the system. Select [ARMD] (... Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you are not user-configurable. There is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. ASUS M4A785T-M 2-7 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of IDE/SATA drive.
... 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1~6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE/SATA device type. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] This item only appears in the system. Select [ARMD] (... Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you are not user-configurable. There is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. ASUS M4A785T-M 2-7 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of IDE/SATA drive.
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...Select Screen Select Item +- 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to malfunction. Take caution when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc... the CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Overclock Profile] [Test Mode] ASUS M4A785T-M 2-9 Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.
...Select Screen Select Item +- 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to malfunction. Take caution when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc... the CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Overclock Profile] [Test Mode] ASUS M4A785T-M 2-9 Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.