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... the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF...
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Contents
Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A78LT-M PLUS specifications summary ix
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1
1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 ...
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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 utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility 2-3
2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.4...
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...limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, ... the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with ...
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... to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage...
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...complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Where to find more information
Refer 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. Refer to...
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M4A78LT-M PLUS specifications summary
CPU
Chipset System bus Memory
Graphics
Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB
AMD® Socket AM3 AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors
Supports 45nm CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 Technology (depends on CPU
type) Supports CPU up to 95W * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list
...
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M4A78LT-M PLUS specifications summary
Back panel I/O ports
Internal I/O connectors
BIOS ASUS special features
ASUS overclocking features Other features Accessories Support DVD Form factor
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x VGA port 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
6 x SATA ...
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...to update the BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS.
ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU).
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...Install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows®
OS.
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Use a 64-bit Windows® OS if you want to install 4GB or more memory on the
motherboard.
• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less.
M4A78LT-M PLUS Motherboard... DS
Brand Chip NO.
Timing DIMM (BIOS)
Voltage
DIMM Support A* B*
DS N/A Heat-Sink Package ...
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... a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications.
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot
This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot
This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
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SATA2
M4A78LT-M PLUS SATA connectors
• Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using Serial ATA.
• If you intend to create a SATA RAID set, set the type of the SATA connectors to [RAID] in the BIOS. See 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for details.
• The motherboard does not provide a floppy disk drive connector. You could use a USB floppy disk drive when...
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... the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays...
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... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
• This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD into the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
Quit all Windows...
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... instructions to complete the updating process.
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility
The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility.
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port...
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...be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
• The removable devices that ASUS CrashFree BIOS supports vary with motherboard models. For motherboards without a floppy connector, prepare a USB flash disk before using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the...
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... any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 2.8 Exit Menu.
• The BIOS setup screens in this chapter are for reference only. They may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
• Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download...
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... to configure your storage devices. Select an item then press to display the submenu.
OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled] Enables or disables the onboard channel SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
SATA Port1 - Port4 [IDE] Configures SATA 1/2/3/4. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] [AHCI] SATA Port5 - Port6 [IDE] Configures SATA 5/6. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] [AHCI]
•...
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... Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled]
• To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS logo appears.
• To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following:
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Press when ASUS logo appears.
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Press after POST.
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration
Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on...
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... settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly.
The first time wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings.
2.7.3 AI NET 2
Check Atheros LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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