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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 LPT port 1 x D-Sub ... 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 utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM ...
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 LPT port 1 x D-Sub ... 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 utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM ...
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...Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M5A78L-M LX Series motherboards include M5A78L-M LX PLUS and M5A78L-M LX V2 two models. Before you for M5A78L-M LX PLUS only. • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It... AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items...
...Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M5A78L-M LX Series motherboards include M5A78L-M LX PLUS and M5A78L-M LX V2 two models. Before you for M5A78L-M LX PLUS only. • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It... AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items...
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SB_PWR M5A78L-M LX PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M5A78L-M LX PLUS Onboard LED ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder ...
SB_PWR M5A78L-M LX PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M5A78L-M LX PLUS Onboard LED ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder ...
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...USB34 3 24.4cm(9.6in) EATXPWR LAN1_USB12 CPU_FAN SATA3G_6 SATA3G_5 ICS 9LPRS483 AUDIO CHA_FAN RTL 8111E PCIEX1_1 AMD® 760G Super I/O PCIEX16 M5A78L-M LX PLUS PCIEX1_2 CLRTC Lithium Cell CMOS Power AMD® SB710 16Mb BIOS 7 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP SB_PWR PCI1 USB910 USB78 USBPW5-10 SPEAKER USB56.../Jumpers/Slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) 1-23 14. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-18 ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-7 DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-11 13. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, 1-25 ATX12V) USB910) 4.
...USB34 3 24.4cm(9.6in) EATXPWR LAN1_USB12 CPU_FAN SATA3G_6 SATA3G_5 ICS 9LPRS483 AUDIO CHA_FAN RTL 8111E PCIEX1_1 AMD® 760G Super I/O PCIEX16 M5A78L-M LX PLUS PCIEX1_2 CLRTC Lithium Cell CMOS Power AMD® SB710 16Mb BIOS 7 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP SB_PWR PCI1 USB910 USB78 USBPW5-10 SPEAKER USB56.../Jumpers/Slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) 1-23 14. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-18 ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-7 DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-11 13. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, 1-25 ATX12V) USB910) 4.
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When the CPU is locked. 6. M5A78L-M LX PLUS CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M5A78L-M LX PLUS CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. Connect the ...motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to plug this connector. You can occur if you fail to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. 5. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-9 Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU.
When the CPU is locked. 6. M5A78L-M LX PLUS CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M5A78L-M LX PLUS CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. Connect the ...motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to plug this connector. You can occur if you fail to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. 5. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-9 Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU.
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.... Ensure that the retention bracket is in place. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M5A78L-M LX PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B M5A78L-M LX PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-11 When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on...
.... Ensure that the retention bracket is in place. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M5A78L-M LX PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B M5A78L-M LX PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-11 When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on...
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... to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M5A78L-M LX PLUS M5A78L-M LX PLUS Keyboard power setting ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-19 USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-10 M5A78L-M LX PLUS 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M5A78L-M LX PLUS USB device wake-up 3.
... to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M5A78L-M LX PLUS M5A78L-M LX PLUS Keyboard power setting ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-19 USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-10 M5A78L-M LX PLUS 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M5A78L-M LX PLUS USB device wake-up 3.
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... MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M5A78L-M LX PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition M5A78L-M LX PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-21 PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). Front panel audio connector (10...
... MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M5A78L-M LX PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition M5A78L-M LX PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-21 PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). Front panel audio connector (10...
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..., the system will not boot up. • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are designed to install additional devices. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your ... power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices or when you use a PSU with a minimum of 300W. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M5A78L-M LX PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5...
..., the system will not boot up. • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are designed to install additional devices. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your ... power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices or when you use a PSU with a minimum of 300W. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M5A78L-M LX PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5...
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... RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND M5A78L-M LX PLUS SATA3G_1 SATA3G_3 M5A78L-M LX PLUS SATA connectors • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA. • If you can create a RAID 0, RAID... BIOS. You could use a USB floppy disk drive when installing Windows® XP operating system on RAID/AHCI, refer to [RAID] in the support DVD. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-23
... RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND M5A78L-M LX PLUS SATA3G_1 SATA3G_3 M5A78L-M LX PLUS SATA connectors • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA. • If you can create a RAID 0, RAID... BIOS. You could use a USB floppy disk drive when installing Windows® XP operating system on RAID/AHCI, refer to [RAID] in the support DVD. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-23
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...Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-25 Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to a slot opening at the back...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND M5A78L-M LX PLUS PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M5A78L-M LX PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 7. USB connectors...
...Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 1-25 Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to a slot opening at the back...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND M5A78L-M LX PLUS PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M5A78L-M LX PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 7. USB connectors...
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... GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M5A78L-M LX PLUS CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation M5A78L-M LX PLUS Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU and chassis fan...
... GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M5A78L-M LX PLUS CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation M5A78L-M LX PLUS Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU and chassis fan...
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... to complete the 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. 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...
... to complete the 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. 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...
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...this utility, rename the BIOS file in the USB flash drive into M78LMLX2.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. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the floppy disk drive, if supported... the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to section 2.8 Exit menu for the BIOS file. Turn on again. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-3
...this utility, rename the BIOS file in the USB flash drive into M78LMLX2.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. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the floppy disk drive, if supported... the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to section 2.8 Exit menu for the BIOS file. Turn on again. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-3
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...for that particular menu. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select items in the menu and change the settings. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-5 Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2011, American Megatrends...functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 08/14/2011] SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3...
...for that particular menu. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select items in the menu and change the settings. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-5 Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2011, American Megatrends...functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 08/14/2011] SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3...
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Main Advanced Main Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 08/14/2011] SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 SATA Configuration :[...;3G�_�1�~�6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. Select [CDROM] if you are not user-configurable. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-7 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day...
Main Advanced Main Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 08/14/2011] SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 SATA Configuration :[...;3G�_�1�~�6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. Select [CDROM] if you are not user-configurable. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-7 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day...
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... when installing OS. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this item to [IDE] instead of the general system specifications. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-9 If you use a SATA optical drive to run the OS installation disk, we strongly recommend that you an overview... malfunction. BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Select Screen Select Item +- Main Advanced Advanced Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Version 0302 ...
... when installing OS. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this item to [IDE] instead of the general system specifications. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-9 If you use a SATA optical drive to run the OS installation disk, we strongly recommend that you an overview... malfunction. BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Select Screen Select Item +- Main Advanced Advanced Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Version 0302 ...
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Main Advanced Power Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration HW Monitor Configuration Anti Surge Support [Enabled] ... Suspend. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power on From S5 By Ring [Disabled] Enables or disables ring to display the configuration options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-17 Select Screen Select Item +-
Main Advanced Power Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration HW Monitor Configuration Anti Surge Support [Enabled] ... Suspend. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power on From S5 By Ring [Disabled] Enables or disables ring to display the configuration options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-17 Select Screen Select Item +-
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...press when ASUS logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press after POST. 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on the number of devices installed in the system. Main Advanced Boot Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup...: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item is set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-19 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. When this item to [Enabled] to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit...
...press when ASUS logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press after POST. 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on the number of devices installed in the system. Main Advanced Boot Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup...: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item is set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-19 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. When this item to [Enabled] to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit...
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Main Advanced Tools Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. See section 2.1.2 for special functions. Start O.C. Use the left/... 2: BIOS information Profile This item allows you to select and update BIOS. Profile Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. In the Name sub-item, key in the BIOS Flash. Press to load the previous...General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2011, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to the BIOS Flash. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to save your ...
Main Advanced Tools Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. See section 2.1.2 for special functions. Start O.C. Use the left/... 2: BIOS information Profile This item allows you to select and update BIOS. Profile Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. In the Name sub-item, key in the BIOS Flash. Press to load the previous...General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2011, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to the BIOS Flash. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to save your ...