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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-25 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-25 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-25 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 1-25 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-25 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-25 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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.... About this guide This user guide contains the information you complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such... as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. Used to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS...
.... About this guide This user guide contains the information you complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such... as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. Used to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS...
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M5A78L-M LX3 specifications summary ASUS Unique Features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EPU ASUS Anti-Surge ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Core Unlocker 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (... 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS 2.7 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 PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX ...
M5A78L-M LX3 specifications summary ASUS Unique Features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EPU ASUS Anti-Surge ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Core Unlocker 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (... 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS 2.7 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 PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX ...
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... logos to energy consumptions. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is in real time. ASUS M5A78L-M LX3 1-3 This is a unique power saving technology that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to update the BIOS from switching power supply...
... logos to energy consumptions. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is in real time. ASUS M5A78L-M LX3 1-3 This is a unique power saving technology that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to update the BIOS from switching power supply...
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... all its features. b. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. ASUS M5A78L-M LX3 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. From...
... all its features. b. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. ASUS M5A78L-M LX3 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. From...
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... 3. b. 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 LX3 VER: 0305 (H:01 B:00) DATE: 12/18/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note...these two ways: • Press + during POST. • Enter the BIOS setup program. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Follow the onscreen instructions to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest...
... 3. b. 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 LX3 VER: 0305 (H:01 B:00) DATE: 12/18/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note...these two ways: • Press + during POST. • Enter the BIOS setup program. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Follow the onscreen instructions to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest...
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... Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS M5A78L-M LX3 2-3 Turn on again. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool...
... Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS M5A78L-M LX3 2-3 Turn on again. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool...
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...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 motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Do this chapter are for reference only. See section 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup...on . Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply to most conditions to guide you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause...
...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 motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Do this chapter are for reference only. See section 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup...on . Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply to most conditions to guide you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause...
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...set Active CPU Cores to manually turn ON/OFF a process core. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode... (SVM). However, this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The driver ...
...set Active CPU Cores to manually turn ON/OFF a process core. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode... (SVM). However, this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The driver ...
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... to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Start O.C. Press to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Main Advanced Tools Settings Power ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. Press to display the sub-menu. Profile Allows you to run the utility to select and update BIOS. Select an item then press to load the file. Profile M5A78L-M LX3 BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit Version...
... to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Start O.C. Press to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Main Advanced Tools Settings Power ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. Press to display the sub-menu. Profile Allows you to run the utility to select and update BIOS. Select an item then press to load the file. Profile M5A78L-M LX3 BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit Version...