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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-29 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-29 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx...
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... key. Example: ++ viii Where to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Used to complete a task... organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you ...
... key. Example: ++ viii Where to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Used to complete a task... organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you ...
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... panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Anti Surge ASUS AI Charger ASUS Turbo Key 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors (M5A78L only) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard ...x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in ...
... panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Anti Surge ASUS AI Charger ASUS Turbo Key 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors (M5A78L only) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard ...x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in ...
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... intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to personalize your system. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an overclocking button. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-3 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to...
... intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to update the BIOS from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to personalize your system. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an overclocking button. ASUS M5A78L Series 1-3 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to...
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..., click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. ASUS M5A78L Series 2-1 The Drivers menu appears. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD into the optical drive. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that...
..., click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. ASUS M5A78L Series 2-1 The Drivers menu appears. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD into the optical drive. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that...
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... 2 and press to avail all its features. b. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X/Q16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L Series VER: 0202 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 03/07/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [...2. Before you to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Always update the utility to enable it. Insert the USB flash ...
... 2 and press to avail all its features. b. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X/Q16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L Series VER: 0202 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 03/07/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [...2. Before you to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Always update the utility to enable it. Insert the USB flash ...
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.../16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! The utility automatically checks the devices for M5A78L LE). • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Refer to ensure system compatibility and stability. Turn on again. When found, the utility reads...
.../16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! The utility automatically checks the devices for M5A78L LE). • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Refer to ensure system compatibility and stability. Turn on again. When found, the utility reads...
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... to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for reference only. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this option only if you see on . Using...
... to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for reference only. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this option only if you see on . Using...
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...Disabled] This option should remain disabled for PCI/PCIe slots. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. When this item is set to decrease power consumption. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C1E ...Enable the Unleashing Mode to [Auto], the BIOS automatically adjusts this item is set Advanced Clock Calibration to 1.60000V with a 0.0100V increment. When this item is enhanced. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M5A78L Series 2-13 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled...
...Disabled] This option should remain disabled for PCI/PCIe slots. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. When this item is set to decrease power consumption. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C1E ...Enable the Unleashing Mode to [Auto], the BIOS automatically adjusts this item is set Advanced Clock Calibration to 1.60000V with a 0.0100V increment. When this item is enhanced. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M5A78L Series 2-13 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled...
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... Allows you to run the utility to select and update BIOS. See section 2.1.2 for special functions. Profile Version 0202 Press ENTER to run the utility to save and load CMOS. In the Name sub-item, key in the Save to sub-item. Start O.C. ASUS M5A78L Series 2-23 When you press , a confirmation message appears. Add...
... Allows you to run the utility to select and update BIOS. See section 2.1.2 for special functions. Profile Version 0202 Press ENTER to run the utility to save and load CMOS. In the Name sub-item, key in the Save to sub-item. Start O.C. ASUS M5A78L Series 2-23 When you press , a confirmation message appears. Add...