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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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...that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: means that may include optional documentation... This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more keys simultaneously, ...
...that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: means that may include optional documentation... This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more keys simultaneously, ...
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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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...update the BIOS from switching power supply (PSU). C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. eliminates the need to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. ASUS M5A78L-M LX... Series 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special...
...update the BIOS from switching power supply (PSU). C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. eliminates the need to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. ASUS M5A78L-M LX... Series 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special...
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... nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is capable of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support DVD that allows you need to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-1 Select Update BIOS from...
... nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is capable of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support DVD that allows you need to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-1 Select Update BIOS from...
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... a file, then click Next. 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 DATE: Unknown PATH: ...BIOS file to enable it. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Press to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . When the correct BIOS file is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update...
... a file, then click Next. 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 DATE: Unknown PATH: ...BIOS file to enable it. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Press to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . When the correct BIOS file is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update...
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... or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for M5A78L-M LX PLUS). • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support...
... or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for M5A78L-M LX PLUS). • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS M5A78L-M LX Series 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support...
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...button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this chapter are for reference only... exactly match what you failed to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Do this motherboard apply to most conditions to ensure system compatibility and stability. 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...
...button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this chapter are for reference only... exactly match what you failed to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Do this motherboard apply to most conditions to ensure system compatibility and stability. 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...
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...options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The driver developer may enable it for PCI/PCIe slot. The values range from 1.3500V to ... normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information The values range from 1.10000V to 1.60000V with a 0.0100V increment. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK...
...options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The driver developer may enable it for PCI/PCIe slot. The values range from 1.3500V to ... normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information The values range from 1.10000V to 1.60000V with a 0.0100V increment. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK...
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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. Load CMOS Profiles. This utility supports: 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS (read only) 3.CD-DISC (read only) Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub... boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information Allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Press to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Profile This item allows you to...
Main Advanced Tools Settings M5A78L-M LX PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. Load CMOS Profiles. This utility supports: 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS (read only) 3.CD-DISC (read only) Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub... boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information Allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Press to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Profile This item allows you to...