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  • Page 1 M4A77D...
  • 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

    Contents Notices ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................vii M4A77D 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 ..........1-3 Before you proceed ..............
  • 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 ............2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS ........... 2-3 BIOS setup program ..............2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............2-5 2.2.2...
  • Page 5 Boot Device Priority ............2-18 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-18 2.6.3 Security ................. 2-19 Tools menu ................. 2-20 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-20 2.7.2 Express Gate ..............2-21 2.7.3 AI NET 2................ 2-21 Exit menu ..................2-22...

  • 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://green.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: M4A77D Specifications Summary

    ** DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 is supported by AM3/AM2+ CPU only. *** Due to AM3/AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 is supported per channel. ****Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you install a total memory of 4GB or more, Windows ®...
  • Page 10 M4A77D specifications summary ASUS unique ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: features ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY: ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET2 Stack Cool 3 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Express Gate...

  • 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 Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ / ® Sempron™ processors (socket AM2+/AM2) This motherboard supports AMD Socket AM2+ multi-core processors. ® It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support, data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus, and AMD ®...

  • Page 13: Innovative Asus Features

    Internet without entering the Windows ® • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and flash drives with at least 1.2GB free disk space. When installing it on USB HDDs or flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer.

  • Page 14: Asus Mylogo 2

    ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving technology that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time.

  • 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 M4A77D Standby Power Powered Off M4A77D Onboard LED ASUS M4A77D...

  • 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. M4A77D Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 17: Motherboard Layout

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-25 Onboard LED Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin 1-27 AAFP) Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, 1-24 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin 1-27 SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6) SPDIF_OUT) Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-19 ASUS M4A77D...

  • Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Installing the CPU To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A77D M4A77D CPU socket AM2+ 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 Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU_FAN M4A77D M4A77D 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 M4A77D...

  • 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

    DDR DIMM socket. 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 M4A77D M4A77D 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets ASUS M4A77D 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. M4A77D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533MHz capability DIMM support Chip...
  • Page 23 512MB Twinmos 8D-A3JK5MPETP A3R12E3GEF633ACAOY · · · Samsung M378T5263AZ3-CE6 K4T2G084QA-HCE6 Samsung · · · ELIXIR M2Y1G64TU8HA2B-3C M2TU51280AE-3C717095R28F ELIXIR · · · ELIXIR M2Y1G64TU8HBOB-3C N2TU51280BE-3C639009W1CF ELIXIR · · · Leadmax LRMP512U64A8-Y5 HY5PS12821CFP-Y5 C 702AA Hynix · · · ASUS M4A77D 1-13...
  • Page 24 DDR2-800MHz capability DIMM support Chip Size Vendor Part No. Chip No. Brand Kingston KHX6400D2LL/1G Heat-Sink Package Kingston · · · 512MB Kingston KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN Heat-Sink Package Kingston · · · 512MB Kingston KVR800D2N6/512 E5108AJBG-8E-E Elpida · · · Kingston KVR800D2N5/1G D6408TR4CGL25USL36240 Kingston ·...
  • Page 25 Heat-Sink Package · · · OCZ2VU8004GK Heat-Sink Package · · OCZ2P8004GK Heat-Sink Package · · · Elixir M2Y1G64TU8HB0B-25C N2TU51280BE-25C802006Z1DV Elixir · · · Elixir M2Y1G64TU88D5B-AC N2TU16800E-AC Elixir · · · 0828.GS Elixir M2Y2G64TU8HD5B-AC N2TUG80DE-AC Elixir · 0826.SG ASUS M4A77D 1-15...
  • Page 26 • C*: Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 27: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. DIMM notch Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M4A77D 1-17...

  • Page 28: 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. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 29: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) M4A77D 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 30: Connectors

    1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 5 6 7 8 PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices.
  • Page 31 Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. ASUS M4A77D 1-21...

  • Page 32: Internal 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 • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select”, ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. M4A77D PRI_IDE PIN1 NOTE:Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. M4A77D IDE connector ASUS M4A77D 1-23...
  • Page 34 SATA5 SATA6 M4A77D M4A77D M4A77D SATA connectors • Install the Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using Serial ATA. ® • If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [RAID].

  • Page 35: System Panel Connector (20-8 Pin Panel)

    IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M4A77D System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) 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 36: Usb Connectors

    USB78 USB1112 USB910 M4A77D PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M4A77D 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. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 37 Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition M4A77D Analog front panel 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 38 These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

  • Page 39: 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 40 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 41: 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 42: Asus Ez Flash 2

    Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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 43: Asus Crashfree Bios

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 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 44: 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 45: Bios Menu Screen

    At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS M4A77D...

  • Page 46: Menu Items

    2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

  • Page 47: Main Menu

    CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] This item only appears in the Primary IDE Master/Slave and SATA5/6 menus. ASUS M4A77D...

  • Page 48: 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 49: System Information

    The items and configuration options in this menu may vary depending on the AMD CPU type. CPU Overclocking [Auto] Selects the CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Overclock Profile] [Test Mode] ASUS M4A77D...
  • Page 50 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 51 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] tWTR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] tWRWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] 2-11 ASUS M4A77D...

  • Page 52: Cpu Configuration

    tRDRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] tRFC0/1/2/3 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [75ns] [105ns] [127.5ns] [195ns] [327.5ns] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory over voltage. The values range from 1.5000V to 2.4450V with a 0.0150V increment.

  • Page 53: Chipset

    Allows you to set the primary display adapter. Configuration options: [GFX-GPP-PCI] [GPP- GFX-PCI] [PCI-GFX-GPP] GFX: primary display adapter on the PCIe x16_1 slot GPP: primary display adapter on the PCIe x16_2 or PCIe x1 slot PCI: primary display adapter on the PCI slot ASUS M4A77D 2-13...

  • Page 54: Onboard Device Configuration

    2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Selects the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [378] Selects the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Selects the Parallel Port mode.

  • Page 55: 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 M4A77D 2-15...

  • Page 56: 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 57: Hw Monitor Configuration

    Select [Ignored] if you do not want the detected voltage to be displayed. Smart Q-Fan Function [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Fan Auto Mode Start Voltage [5.0V]...

  • Page 58: 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 59: Security

    View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field. Limited allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and Time. Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility. ASUS M4A77D 2-19...

  • Page 60: Tools Menu

    (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 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.

  • Page 61: Express Gate

    2.7.2 Express Gate [Auto] Enables or disables the ASUS Express Gate feature. ASUS Express Gate is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet and Skype. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS.

  • Page 62: 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. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit Options Exit system setup Exit system setup after saving the...

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