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- Page 1 M4A78LT-M LX...
- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Notices ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................vii M4A78LT-M LX specifications summary ..........ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features .......... - Page 4 Chapter 2: BIOS information 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 utility ........2-3 BIOS setup program ..............2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............2-5 2.2.2...
- Page 5 Boot menu .................. 2-18 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............2-18 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-18 2.6.3 Security ................. 2-19 Tools menu ................. 2-21 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-21 2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ............2-22 Exit menu ..................2-23...
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Page 6: Notices
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. -
Page 7: Safety Information
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric 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 8: Conventions Used In 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 9: M4A78Lt-M Lx Specifications Summary
2 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 8GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 1866(O.C.) / 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz memory modules * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** Use a 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or ®... - Page 10 SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - FSB frequency tuning from 200MHz up to 550MHz at 1MHz increment - Adjustable DRAM Voltage Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual...
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Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction
® 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 12 HyperTransport™ 3.0 support HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth than HT1.0 that radically improves system efficiency for a smoother and faster computing environment. Cool ‘n’ Quiet Technology ® This motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet technology which ®...
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Page 13: Innovative Asus Features
BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS Q-Fan... - Page 14 ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
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Page 15: Before You Proceed
ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M4A78LT-M LX Standby Power Powered Off M4A78LT-M LX Onboard LED ASUS M4A78LT-M LX... -
Page 16: Motherboard Overview
Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. M4A78LT-M LX Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 17: Motherboard Layout
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-26 CPU_FAN and 3-pin CHA_FAN) AMD CPU socket Onboard LED DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-11 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-21 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) 1-23 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-18 ASUS M4A78LT-M LX... -
Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)
Installing the CPU To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A78LT-M LX M4A78LT-M LX CPU AM3 Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle; otherwise, the CPU will not fit in completely. - Page 19 CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M4A78LT-M LX M4A78LT-M LX CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. ASUS M4A78LT-M LX...
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Page 20: Installing The Heatsink And Fan
1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. •... -
Page 21: System Memory
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 M4A78LT-M LX M4A78LT-M LX 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 1-11... -
Page 22: Memory Configurations
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 LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866(O.C.) MHz capability Timing DIMM Support Vendor Part No. -
Page 23: Ddr3-1333 Mhz Capability
4096MB(Kit of 2) Heat-Sink Package 6-6-6-20 1.8V • • Crucial BL25664BN1337.16FF 6144MB(Kit of 3 ) DS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-24 1.65V • • (XMP) Crucial CT25664BA1339.16SFD 6144MB(Kit of 3 ) DS Micron 8UD22D9JNM • (continued on the next page) ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 1-13... - Page 24 DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM Timing Support Vendor Part No. Size Brand Chip NO. DIMM Voltage (BIOS) G.SKILL F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK 1024MB G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package • G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK 1024MB G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package • • G.SKILL F3-10666CL7T-3GBPK 3072MB(Kit of 3) Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V •...
- Page 25 • Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ® ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs.
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Page 26: Installing A Dimm
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Press the retaining clips outward to DIMM notch unlock a DIMM socket. -
Page 27: Expansion Slots
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. ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 1-17... -
Page 28: Jumpers
Normal Clear RTC (Default) M4A78LT-M LX Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. -
Page 29: Keyboard Power
M4A78LT-M LX +5VSB (Default) M4A78LT-M LX USB Device Wake Up Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. When you set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB), you can wake up the computer by pressing a key on the keyboard. -
Page 30: Connectors
1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel ports PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. -
Page 31: Internal Connectors
Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition M4A78LT-M LX Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to [HD Audio]. -
Page 32: Atx Power Connectors
The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 1-22... - Page 33 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_3 M4A78LT-M LX M4A78LT-M LX SATA connectors • Install the Windows XP Service Pack 3 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.
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Page 34: System Panel Connector
PIN 1 M4A78LT-M LX HD_LED RESET M4A78LT-M LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWRLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. -
Page 35: Usb Connectors
USB78 USB56 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M4A78LT-M LX M4A78LT-M LX USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 1-25... - Page 36 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. M4A78LT-M LX SPDIF_OUT M4A78LT-M LX Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of Sound playback is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices >...
- Page 37 DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 1-27...
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Page 38: Software Support
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 into the optical drive. -
Page 39: Chapter 2: Bios Information
BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ®... -
Page 40: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility
Follow the onscreen 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. -
Page 41: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file. -
Page 42: Bios Setup Program
• 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 the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. Chapter 2: BIOS information... -
Page 43: Bios Menu Screen
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help M4A78LT-M LX BIOS Setup Version 0306 Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings Use [ENTER], [TAB] System Time [19:34:30] or [SHIFT-TAB] to System Date [Thu 01/06/2011] select a field. -
Page 44: Menu Items
A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window M4A78LT-M LX BIOS Setup Version 0306 Main Advanced Power... -
Page 45: 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 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. M4A78LT-M LX BIOS Setup Version 0306 Main Advanced... -
Page 46: Sata Configuration
LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting this item to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. -
Page 47: System Information
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. M4A78LT-M LX BIOS Setup Version 0306 Main Advanced... - Page 48 The following item only appears when you set CPU Overclocking to [Manual]. CPU/HT Reference Clock (MHz) [200] Sets the CPU/HT Reference Clock. Configuration options: [Min.=200] [Max.=550] The following item only appears when you set CPU Overclocking to [Overclock Profile]. Overclock Options [Auto] Selects the overclocking profile.
- Page 49 Sets the chipset over voltage. The values range from 1.10000V to 1.61000V with a 0.01500V increment. Use the <+> / <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Max. = 1.61000V] [Min. = 1.10000V] PCI/PCIe CLK Status [Enabled] Enables or disables clock for PCI/PCIe slot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 2-11...
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Page 50: Cpu Configuration
2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for the normal operation. The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. -
Page 51: Ecc Configuration
Disables or enables the Surround View function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] This item becomes user-configurable when you install an ATI graphics card into the PCIe x16 slot. Frame Buffer Location [Above 4G] Configuration options: [Below 4G] [Above 4G] ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 2-13... -
Page 52: Onboard Device Configuration
2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4][2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [378] Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. -
Page 53: Usb Configuration
Sets the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to initialize. Configuration options: [10 Sec] [20 Sec] [30 Sec] [40 Sec] Emulation Type [Auto] Allows you to set the emulation type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 2-15... -
Page 54: 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. M4A78LT-M LX BIOS Setup Version 0306 Main... -
Page 55: Hw Monitor Configuration
CPU Q-Fan Function [Enabled] Enables or disables the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the CPU fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item only appears when you set CPU Q-Fan Function to [Enabled]. -
Page 56: Boot Menu
Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: •... -
Page 57: Security
<Enter> twice. The message Password uninstalled appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 1.9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS M4A78LT-M LX 2-19... -
Page 58: Change User Password
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. User Access Level [Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access] No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility. -
Page 59: Tools Menu
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice. See section 2.1.2 for details. -
Page 60: Asus O.c. Profile
2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash. In the Name sub-item, type your profile name and press <Enter>, and then choose a profile number to save your CMOS settings in the Save to sub-item. -
Page 61: Exit Menu
Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. M4A78LT-M LX BIOS Setup Version 0306 Main Advanced Power Boot... -
Page 62: Asus Contact Information
+1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-9599-11 Online contact www.asus.com.de/sales Technical Support Component Telephone +49-1805-010923 System/Notebook /Eee/LCD Telephone +49-1805-010920...