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  • Page 1 M3A79-T Deluxe...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Special features ................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ........... 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Before you proceed ..............2-1 Motherboard overview ..............2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout ............2-2 2.2.2...

  • Page 4: Contents

    3.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............3-1 3.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk ........3-4 3.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 3-5 3.1.4 AFUDOS utility ..............3-6 3.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ........3-8 BIOS setup program ..............3-9 3.2.1...
  • Page 5 Boot Device Priority ............3-36 3.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 3-37 3.6.3 Security ................. 3-38 Tools menu ................. 3-40 3.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............3-40 3.7.2 Express Gate ..............3-41 ASUS O.C. Profile ............3-42 3.7.3 Exit menu ..................3-43 Chapter 4: Software support Installing an operating system ...........
  • Page 6 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ......... 4-12 4.3.4 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX High Definition Audio utility) ... 4-15 ® 4.3.5 ASUS PC Probe II ............4-24 4.3.6 ASUS AI Suite ............... 4-30 4.3.7 ASUS AI Gear 2 ............4-32 4.3.8 ASUS AI Nap ..............4-33 4.3.9...

  • Page 7: Notices

    Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 10: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 11: M3A79-T Deluxe Specifications Summary

    AD2000B 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC ® - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF Out ports at back I/O - ASUS AI Audio 2 - ASUS Noise Filtering IEEE 1394 L-FW3227 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports ®...
  • Page 12 * The actual boot time depends on the system configuration. ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS AI Gear 2* - ASUS AI Nap * ASUS AI Gear 2 is supported by AM2 CPU only. ASUS Crystal Sound - ASUS AI Audio 2 - ASUS Noise Filtering...
  • Page 13 1 x Reset switch BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE, Chassis Intrusion...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 16 Chapter summary Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-2 ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 17: Welcome

    ® The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 18: Special Features

    Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
  • Page 19 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications. See page 2-10 for details. DDR2 1066 is supported by some of the AM2+ CPUs only. Refer to www.asus.com for the supported CPU models. ATI CrossFireX™ Technology ATI’s CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images.

  • Page 20: High Definition Audio

    IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals, and other PC portable devices. See pages 2-22 and 2-28 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) Out jacks.It allows digital audio transferring without converting it to analog format, and...

  • Page 21: Asus Unique Features

    To wake the system and return to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design...

  • Page 22: Asus Crystal Sound

    Fanless Design—Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate.

  • Page 23: Asus Mylogo 2

    ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.

  • Page 24: Asus Intelligent Performance And Overclocking Features

    DRAM voltage in 0.02V steps to achieve the most precise settings for th ultimate customized overclocking configuration. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Hardware information...
  • Page 26 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........... 2-5 System memory ................. 2-10 Expansion slots ................2-16 Jumper ..................2-20 Onboard switches ..............2-21 Connectors ................. 2-22 Starting up for the first time ............2-35 2.10 Turning off the computer ............2-36 ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 27: Before You Proceed

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 28: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 29: Layout Contents

    IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-24 Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-24 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-32 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 2-27 ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 30: Placement Direction

    2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 31: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90º angle. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90º angle; otherwise, the CPU will not fit in completely. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...
  • Page 32 Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. Gold triangle Small triangle When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU.

  • Page 33: Installing The Heatsink And Fan

    Retention module base Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...
  • Page 34 Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. Ensure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module...
  • Page 35 CPU_FAN. • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 36: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 37: Memory Configurations

    3.4 Advanced menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-11...
  • Page 38 M3A79-T Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066 MHz capability DIMM socket Chip support (Optional) Size Vendor Chip No. SS/DS Part No. Brand 1024MB A-DATA Heat-Sink Package ADQYE1A08 2048MB A-DATA Heat-Sink Package ADQYE1B16 BoxP/N:CH.04GAF.F0KK2 4096MB (Kit of 2) Apacer Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 N/A (78.AAGAL.9KF) Box P/N:TWIN2X2048-8500C5D...
  • Page 39 2048MB (Kit of 2) OCZ Heat-Sink Package OCZ2P800R22GK 1024MB Heat-Sink Package OCZ2T8002GK HYB18T1G800C2F- 2048MB Qimonda QIMONDA DS HYS64T256020EU-2.5-C2 512MB SAMSUNG K4T51083QG SAMSUNG SS M378T6553GZS-CF7 1024MB SAMSUNG K4T1G084QQ(ECC) SAMSUNG SS M391T2863QZ3-CF7 4096MB SAMSUNG K4T2G084QA-HCF7 SAMSUNG DS M378T5263AZ3-CF7 ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-13...
  • Page 40 • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 41: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-15...

  • Page 42: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 43: Interrupt Assignments

    – shared – – – – USB 2.0 controller – – – shared – – – – HD audio shared – – – – – – – Onboard SATA – – – – shared – – ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-17...

  • Page 44: Pci Slots

    2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 Four PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports four ATI CrossFireX™...
  • Page 45 If you install two graphics cards to the blue slots and use other x4 PCIe cards simultaneously, the x4 PCIe cards will downgrade to x1 mode for optimum VGA performance. You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings. Refer to page 3-23 for details. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-19...

  • Page 46: Jumper

    Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

  • Page 47: Onboard Switches

    Onboard switches allow you to power on or reboot system quickly and conveniently when you want to fine-tune performance on a bare or open-case system. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to reboot the system. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-21...

  • Page 48: Connectors

    Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices.
  • Page 49 14. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 15. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-23...

  • Page 50: Internal Connectors

    2.8.2 Internal connectors Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. •...
  • Page 51 Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-25...
  • Page 52 SB750 Southbridge Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1–6) ® These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. If you install SATA hard disk drives to the SATA1 connectors, you can –6 create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD SB750 controller.

  • Page 53: Optical Drive Audio Connector

    Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 54 Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel 1394 cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the 1394 connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel 1394 ports.
  • Page 55 Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS Q FAN 2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better themal environment.
  • Page 56 10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced.
  • Page 57 CPU: AMD Phenom 9950 Memory: 1024 MB DDR2 (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express x16 Radeon 4870 X2 (x2) Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk drive (x2) Optical drive: DVD-RW (x1) ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-31...
  • Page 58 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...

  • Page 59: System Panel Connector

    BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-33...

  • Page 60: Asus Q-Connector

    14. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few steps. Refer to the following instructions to install the ASUS Q-Connector. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector.

  • Page 61: Starting Up For The First Time

    One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 2-35...

  • Page 62: 2.10 Turning Off The Computer

    2.10 Turning off the computer 2.10.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows ® Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer. The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down.

  • Page 63: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS setup...
  • Page 64 Chapter summary Managing and updating your BIOS ..........3-1 BIOS setup program ..............3-9 Main menu .................. 3-12 Advanced menu ................. 3-16 Power menu ................3-32 Boot menu .................. 3-36 Tools menu ................. 3-40 Exit menu ..................3-43 ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 65: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows environment.) ® ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support DVD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)
  • Page 66 To update the BIOS through the Internet: desktop by clicking Start Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from the Select the ASUS FTP site nearest...
  • Page 67 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: desktop by clicking Start Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.

  • Page 68: Creating A Bootable Floppy Disk

    3.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. DOS environment a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press <Enter>. Windows XP environment ®...

  • Page 69: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt>...

  • Page 70: Afudos Utility

    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Chapter 3: BIOS setup...
  • Page 71 A:\>afudos /iM3A79-T.ROM The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iM3A79-T.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..

  • Page 72: Asus Crashfree Bios 2 Utility

    3.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 73: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 74: Bios Menu Screen

    3.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Use [ENTER], [TAB] or System Time [10:55:25] [SHIFT-TAB] to select System Date [Mon 07/16/2008] a field. Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Language [English]...

  • Page 75: Menu Items

    Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /<Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen. 3.2.9 General help Pop-up window At the top right corner of the menu screen Scroll bar is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-11...

  • Page 76: Main Menu

    Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced...

  • Page 77: Primary Ide Master/Slave; Sata1-6

    When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-13...

  • Page 78: Storage Configuration

    PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.

  • Page 79: System Information

    Usable Size : 1024 MB General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-15...

  • Page 80: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power...
  • Page 81 Allows selection of the Processor Voltage. The values range from 0.8000V to 1.6875V with a 0.0125V interval. Processor-NB Voltage [Auto] Allows selection of the Processor Voltage. The values range from 0.8000V to 1.6875V with a 0.0125V interval. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-17...
  • Page 82 CPU VDDA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU VDDA voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.50V] [2.6V] [2.7V] [2.8V] CPU-NB HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU-Northbridge HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [200 MHz] [400 MHz] [600 MHz] [800 MHz] [1 GHz] [1.2 GHz] [1.4 GHz] [1.6 GHz] [1.8 GHz] The following four items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual], [Standard], or [Overclock Profile] and are adjusted by typing the...

  • Page 83: Memory Configuration

    Enables or disables the DDR power down mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power Down Mode [Channel] Allows you to set the DDR power down mode. This item appears only when you enable the previous item. Configuration options: [Channel] [Chip Select] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-19...

  • Page 84: Dram Timing Configuration

    Read Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.5 Memory CLKs] [1.0 Memory CLKs] [1.5 Memory CLKs] [2.0 Memory CLKs] [2.5 Memory CLKs] [3.0 Memory CLKs] [3.5 Memory CLKs] [4.0 Memory CLKs] DCQ Bypass Maximum [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0x] [1x] [2x]~[14x] [15x] DRAM Timing Configuration Advanced DRAM Timing Configuration...
  • Page 85 Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 900ps] [Advance 750ps] [Advance 600ps] [Advance 450ps] [Advance 300ps] [Advance 150ps] [Normal] [Delay 150ps] [Delay 300ps] [Delay 450ps] [Delay 600ps] [Delay 750ps] [Delay 900ps] Current Clock Skew [Advance450ps] This item shows the current clock skew for channel B. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-21...

  • Page 86: Ai Net 2

    3.4.2 AI NET 2 This menu displays the status of the Local Area Network (LAN) cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced AI NET 2 Check Realtek LAN Pair Status Length cable during POST. 1-2 N/A Marvell Controller 0 3-6 N/A 4-5 N/A...

  • Page 87: Cpu Configuration

    TLB Fix [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable TLB patch for the AMD Phenom processor. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] AMD Live! [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Live! technology support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-23...

  • Page 88: Chipset

    3.4.4 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced PCI Express Configurat PCI Express Configuration Hyper Transport Configuration PCI Express Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced PCI Express Configuration Options...

  • Page 89: Hyper Transport Configuration

    Isochronous Flow-Control Mode [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable] HT Link Tristate [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [CAD/CTL] [CAD/CTL/CLK] UnitID Clumping [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [UnitID 2/3] [UnitID B/C] [UnitID 2/3&B/C] 2x LCLK Mode [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-25...

  • Page 90: Ecc Configuration

    3.4.5 ECC Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ECC Configuration Set the level of ECC protection. Note: The ECC Mode [Disabled] ‘Super’ ECC mode DRAM ECC Enable [Disabled] dynamically sets the DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled] DRAM scrub rate so 4-Bit ECC Mode [Disabled] all of memory is DRAM BG Scrub...

  • Page 91: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-27...
  • Page 92 SPDIF_OUT Mode Setting [SPDIF Output] If your graphics card has HDMI output and needs to use SPDIF signal from the SPDIF_Out header, you need to set to HDMI output for HDMI audio output. Configuration options: [SPDIF Output] [HDMI Output] Onboard 1394 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard 1394 device support.

  • Page 93: Pci Pnp

    IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-29...

  • Page 94: Usb Configuration

    3.4.8 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration Options USB Devices Enabled: 1 Drive Disabled Enabled USB Functions [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller...

  • Page 95: Usb Mass Storage Device Configuration

    ASAP EXPRESS GATE unit command. Emulation Type [Auto] USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec] Configuration options: [10 Sec] [20 Sec] [30 Sec] [40 Sec] Emulation Type [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-31...

  • Page 96: Power Menu

    Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power...

  • Page 97: Apm Configuration

    Thus, connection cannot be made on the first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-33...

  • Page 98: Hardware Monitor

    Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date/ RTC Alarm Hour/ RTC Alarm Minute/ RTC Alarm Second will become user-configurable with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set specific keys...
  • Page 99 [Optimal], the CPU fan automatically adjusts depending on the CPU temperature. Set this item to [Silent] to minimize fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation, or [Performance] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. Configuration options: [Performance] [Optimal] [Silent] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-35...

  • Page 100: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Boot Settings Device Priority Boot Device Priority sequence.

  • Page 101: Boot Settings Configuration

    This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM.

  • Page 102: Security

    3.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Not Installed <Enter>...

  • Page 103: Change User Password

    Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-39...

  • Page 104: Tools Menu

    (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 3.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Ok>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Ok> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 105: Express Gate

    Enabled Reset User Data [No] You have to install the ASUS Express Gate application from the support DVD first before you can enable this feature. See page 4-5 for details. Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. ASUS Express Gate is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype.

  • Page 106: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.7.3 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools O.C. PROFILE Configuration Save BIOS settings O.C. Profile 1 Status : Not Installed to Profile 1 O.C. Profile 2 Status : Not Installed...

  • Page 107: Exit Menu

    Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 3-43...
  • Page 108 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 109: Chapter 4: Software Support

    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support...
  • Page 110 Chapter summary Installing an operating system ........... 4-1 Support DVD information ............4-1 Software information ..............4-9 RAID configurations ..............4-46 Creating a RAID driver disk ............4-53 ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 111: Installing An Operating System

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 112: Drivers Menu

    The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard Installs all of the drivers through the installation wizard. AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’...

  • Page 113: Utilities Menu

    Click to display the next page Click to return to the previous page ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. AMD OverDrive Utility (AOD) Installs the AMD OverDrive utility. ASUS Cool‘n’Quiet Utility This item installs the ASUS Cool‘n’Quiet utility.
  • Page 114 ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems.

  • Page 115: Make Disk Menu

    CyberLink PowerBackup Installs CyberLink PowerBackup to back up and restore your data easily. ASUS Express Gate Installer Allows you to Install or update ASUS Express Gate functions. Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information.

  • Page 116: Manual Menu

    Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual ® ® file. 4.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 117: Other Information

    The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe...

  • Page 118: Technical Support Form

    Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. File list Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 119: Software Information

    4.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support DVD.
  • Page 120 Ratio box. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST.

  • Page 121: Ai Net 2

    LAN cable(s) connected to the LAN port(s). • If you want the system to check the status of the LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the item Post Check LAN Cable in the BIOS Setup. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-11...

  • Page 122: Cool 'N' Quiet!™ Technology

    4.3.3 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology To enable Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology: Turn on the system and enter BIOS by pressing the <Del>...
  • Page 123 The AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip • If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to your system loading.
  • Page 124 Vista, click the Start button. Select All Programs If you are using Windows ® > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. The Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays the current CPU Frequency and CPU Voltage.
  • Page 125 ® You must use 4-channel, 6-channel or 8-channel speakers for this setup. If the SoundMAX audio utility is correctly installed, you ® will find the SoundMAX / SoundMAX BlackHawk icon ® ® on the taskbar. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-15...

  • Page 126: Ai Audio 2 (Soundmax ® High Definition Audio Utility)

    SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2) If you are using Windows Vista™ operating system, from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX BlackHawk icon to display the SoundMAX control panel. ® ® Enabling AI Audio 2 Click the power button to activate digital signal processing. AI Audio 2, with the new SoundMAX BlackHawk by Sonic Focus, brings you more multi- ®...
  • Page 127 Press the Test Speakers button to perform speaker test. Port settings Click this port settings tab to display the rear panel ports configuration for the speakers or rear panel digital port configuration for the SPDIF interface. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-17...
  • Page 128 Recording Settings To change the recording settings, click the Recording button on the control panel. You can adjust the speaker delay of Microphone or Line In by moving the slider rightward or leftward. Record testing Port settings Click the tab to perform test recording Click the tab to display the rear and play the test sample through the panel ports for Microphone or Line...
  • Page 129 Speakers Allows you to adjust the Speaker Trim and Speaker Delay. Bass Allows you to do the Bass management. Preferences Displays the preference options for this utility, version information, AudioESP, etc. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-19...
  • Page 130 SoundMAX If you are using Windows XP operating system, from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX icon to display the SoundMAX Control Panel. ® ® Audio Setup Wizard By clicking the icon from the SoundMAX control panel, you can easily ®...
  • Page 131 Adjust microphone volume This screen helps you adjust microphone volume. You will be asked to read pre- written text to allow the AudioWizard to adjust the volume as you speak. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-21...

  • Page 132: Listening Environment Options

    Audio preferences Click the icon to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings. General options Click the General tab to choose your playback and recording devices, enable/ disable the AudioESP™ feature, and enable/disable digital output. Listening Environment options Click the Listening Environment tab to set up your speaker, acoustic environment, and enable/disable the Virtual Theater Surround function.

  • Page 133: Microphone Options

    Enables Noise Filter function. Detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming sudio stream while recording. You can enable it for a better recording quality. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-23...

  • Page 134: Asus Pc Probe Ii

    To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows ® > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears. After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in the Windows ®...
  • Page 135 When displayed, the monitor panel for that sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preference You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-25...
  • Page 136 Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large) and rectangular (small). When you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on your computer’s desktop.
  • Page 137 You can enlarge or reduce the browser size by dragging the bottom right corner of the browser. DMI browser Click to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-27...
  • Page 138 PCI browser Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage.
  • Page 139 The Preference tab allows you to customize sensor alerts, or change the temperature scale. Loads the default Loads your saved threshold values for Cancels or configuration each sensor ignores your changes Applies your Saves your changes configuration ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-29...

  • Page 140: Asus Ai Suite

    4.3.6 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch AI Gear 2, AI Booster, AI Nap, and Q-Fan 2 utilities easily. Installing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your computer: Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature.
  • Page 141 Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-31...

  • Page 142: Asus Ai Gear 2

    4.3.7 ASUS AI Gear 2 ASUS AI Gear 2 provides four system performance options that allows you to select the best performance setting for your computing needs. This easy-to-use utility adjusts the processor frequency and vCore voltage to minimize system noise and power consumption.

  • Page 143: Asus Ai Nap

    4.3.8 ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the AI Nap button on the AI Suite main window.

  • Page 144: Asus Q-Fan 2

    4.3.9 ASUS Q-Fan 2 This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fan 2 or the Chassis Q-Fan 2 for more efficient system operation. After enabling the Q-Fan 2 function, the fans can be set to automatically adjust depending on the temperature, to decrease fan speed, or to achieve the maximum fan speed.

  • Page 145: Asus Ai Booster

    4.3.10 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. ® After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility...

  • Page 146: Asus Express Gate

    4.3.11 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate softwares.
  • Page 147 The very first time you enter the Express Gate environment (by launching either web or Skype from the first screen), a first time wizard will guide you through basic Express Gate configurations. Basic configurations include language, date and time and screen resolution. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-37...
  • Page 148 Once inside the Express Gate environment, click on the icons on the LaunchBar, by default at bottom of the screen, to launch or switch between softwares. You can re-arrange, re-size and move windows. Bring a window to the foreground by clicking within it or by clicking on its corresponding software icon. Re-size a window by dragging any of its four corners.

  • Page 149: Using The Configuration Panel

    The first-time Wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. Screen Settings: Choose the most optimal screen resolution for your display. • Volume Control: Control the volume for your speaker output, microphone • input, etc. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-39...

  • Page 150: Using The Launchbar

    USB drive. If a USB device is detected, the icon contains a green arrow. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading and downloading from USB drives only. • Only the image files in JPG, BMP, GIF, and PNG formats can be uploaded from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives.
  • Page 151 Click to change LaunchBar options (auto-hide, docking position, etc). Click to show the “ASUS Utility” panel. Click to show “About Express Gate ”. Click to open Express Gate Help. Click to bring up power options window to boot to OS, restart or power down.
  • Page 152 Make the proper network configurations. Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next to it. • If you use a network cable connected to a home router (which is then connected to your DSL/cable modem), enable every LAN port(s). Express Gate will automatically use whichever port is connected.

  • Page 153: Using The Photo Manager

    Shows user- created image album(s) Image control bar ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipset- controlled onboard SATA ports only. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-43...

  • Page 154: Updating Express Gate

    Express Gate software will be released regularly, adding refinements or new applications. You can find original version of the software on the support DVD or download new versions from the ASUS support website. To update Express Gate Double-click the Express Gate setup file to start software update.

  • Page 155: Amd Overdrive (Aod)

    Some advanced options in AOD are only supported by certain AMD Black Edition CPUs (such as Phenom 9600 Black Edition, Phenom 9850 Black Edition and Phenom 9950 Black Edition). visit the AMD official website at www.amd.com for CPU support lists. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-45...

  • Page 156: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the AMD SB750 chipset that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. 4.4.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks.

  • Page 157: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    In the Main Menu, go to Storage Configuration, and set the OnChip SATA Type item to [RAID]. Press <F10> to save the changes and exit. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only, and may not exactly match the items on your screen. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-47...
  • Page 158 FastBuild™ Utility ® To enter the AMD FastBuild™ utility: ® Boot up your computer. Press <Ctrl+F> during POST to display the main menu of the utility. FastBuild (tm) Utility (c) 2004-2005 ATI Technology, Inc. [ Main Menu ] View Drive Assignments..[1] Define LD.....[2] Delete LD.....[3] Controller Configuration..[4]...
  • Page 159 ---- ---- ---- LD 5 ---- ---- ---- ---- LD 6 ---- ---- ---- ---- LD 7 ---- ---- ---- ---- LD 8 ---- ---- ---- ---- [ Keys Available ] [↑]Up [↓]Down [ESC]Exit [Enter] Select ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-49...
  • Page 160 Creating a RAID 1 configuration To create a RAID 1 set: In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the “Define LD” function. Press <Enter>, and the following screen appears. FastBuild (tm) Utility (c) 2004-2005 ATI Technology, Inc. [ Define LD Menu ] LD No RAID Mode Total Drv...
  • Page 161 ---- ---- ---- LD 5 ---- ---- ---- ---- LD 6 ---- ---- ---- ---- LD 7 ---- ---- ---- ---- LD 8 ---- ---- ---- ---- [ Keys Available ] [↑]Up [↓]Down [ESC]Exit [Enter] Select ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-51...

  • Page 162: Deleting A Raid Configuration

    Deleting a RAID configuration To create a RAID set: In the Main Menu, press <3> to enter the “Delete LD” function. Select the RAID item you want to delete and press <Del> or <Alt+D>. FastBuild (tm) Utility (c) 2004-2005 ATI Technology, Inc. [ Delete LD Menu ] LD No RAID Mode...

  • Page 163: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Go to the Make Disk menu, then click ATI RAID/AHCI 32/64bit WinXP/Vista Driver to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a floppy disk/USB device into the floppy disk drive/USB port. Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe 4-53...
  • Page 164 To install the RAID driver in Windows ® During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Press <F6> then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive.

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