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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 Chapter 2: 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 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...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 Chapter 2: 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 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...
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..., the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you complete a task. Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text ... the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you must press two or more...
..., the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you complete a task. Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text ... the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you must press two or more...
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M5A78L-M LX Series specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS ASUS unique features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x ...BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (M5A78L-M LX PLUS only) ASUS Core unlocker ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Q-Fan ASUS AI Charger ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Anti Surge ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS...
M5A78L-M LX Series specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS ASUS unique features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x ...BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (M5A78L-M LX PLUS only) ASUS Core unlocker ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Q-Fan ASUS AI Charger ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Anti Surge ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS...
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... fan speed according to system loading to update the BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. C.P.R. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply (PSU). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to overclocking ...256-color boot logos to their default settings. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-3 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to personalize your ...
... fan speed according to system loading to update the BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. C.P.R. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply (PSU). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to overclocking ...256-color boot logos to their default settings. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-3 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to personalize your ...
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... either of the following methods: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Quit all its features. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original...
... either of the following methods: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Quit all its features. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original...
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...updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Before you to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: EON 25P/F16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L-M LX PLUS... VER: 0302 (H:01 B:00) DATE: 08/14/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown...
...updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Before you to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: EON 25P/F16 Current ROM BOARD: M5A78L-M LX PLUS... VER: 0302 (H:01 B:00) DATE: 08/14/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown...
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....ROM (for M5A78L-M LX V2) or M78LMLPS.ROM (for M5A78L-M LX PLUS). • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an...
....ROM (for M5A78L-M LX V2) or M78LMLPS.ROM (for M5A78L-M LX PLUS). • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an...
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... are for this motherboard apply to most conditions to download the latest BIOS file for reference only. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to ensure optimum performance. Using the power button, reset button,... or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to update the BIOS...
... are for this motherboard apply to most conditions to download the latest BIOS file for reference only. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to ensure optimum performance. Using the power button, reset button,... or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to update the BIOS...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information Use the / keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.3500V to 2.3000V with a 0.01000V increment. GART Error Reporting [...Rate [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory over voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Auto] [Max. = 1.60000V] [Min. = 1.10000V] PCI/PCIe CLK Status [Enabled] Enables or disables clock for the normal operation. ...
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information Use the / keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.3500V to 2.3000V with a 0.01000V increment. GART Error Reporting [...Rate [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory over voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Auto] [Max. = 1.60000V] [Min. = 1.10000V] PCI/PCIe CLK Status [Enabled] Enables or disables clock for the normal operation. ...
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...updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press to run the utility. • This function can be loaded. 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information Main Advanced Tools Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS... O.C. When you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you press...
...updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press to run the utility. • This function can be loaded. 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information Main Advanced Tools Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS... O.C. When you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you press...