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    M4A78L-M Motherboard
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    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
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    About this guide viii M4A78L-M specifications summary x 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
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    Support DVD information 1-30 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 2-9 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-11 2.4.3 Chipset 2-12
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    APM Configuration 2-16 2.5.5 HW Monitor Configuration 2-17 2.5.6 Anti Surge Support 2-17 2.6 Boot menu 2-17 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-18 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-18 2.6.3 Security 2-19 2.7 Tools menu 2-20 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-21 2.7.2 Express Gate 2-21 2.7.3 AI NET 2 2-21
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    and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there 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
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    to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may not be included in your motherboard) and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER TYPE. • DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. vii
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    . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts
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    guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual Instructions updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS it�e�m�t�o�s�e�le�c�t. Italics
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    M4A78L-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots AMD® Socket AM2+ / AM2 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ / Sempron™ Family processors Supports 45nm CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ 2.0 Technology (depends on CPU type) Supports CPU up to 125W *
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    front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF_OUT connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree
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    M4A78L-M specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200MHz to 550MHz at 1MHz increment Adjustable DRAM voltage ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1
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    II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to
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    ® Phenom™ x4 / Phenom™ x3 / Athlon™ x2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support (Socket AM2+/AM2) This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. It
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    the OpenGL standard. Refer to support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing
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    restore a corrupted 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 ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according
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    install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M4A78L-M ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4A78L-M Onboard power LED ASUS M4A78L
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    overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. Screw holes 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
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    Motherboard layout 1 24 3 4 5 22.4cm(8.8in) KB_USB56 SPDIFO_ HDMI ATX12V CHA_FAN CPU_FAN COM1 Super I/O 6 LPT SOCKET AM2+ DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI VGA USB34 15 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8112L VT1708S AAFP ICS9LPRS485 PCIEX1_1 AMD
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    . The AM2+ / AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. Use a CPU that is designed for the AM2+ / AM2 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A78L-M M4A78L-M CPU socket AM2+ 2. Press
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    instructions. 7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU_FAN M4A78L-M M4A78L-M CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ASUS
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    is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention bracket Retention Module Base Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the
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    to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM
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    it�W��i�n�d�o�w��s® OS. - Use a 64-bit �W�i�nd�o�w��s® 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. M4A78L-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200(O.C.)MHz capability
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    support A* B* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 5 • • 5 • DDR2 1200(O.C.) / 1066 is supported by AM3 / AM2+ CPU only. DDR2 ASUS M4A78L-M (continued on the next page) CL 4-4-4-12 4-4-4-12 5 4 5 5 5 4-4-4-12 4-4-4-12 4-4-4-12 5-5-5-15 4 5 4 5 DIMM support
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    DDR2-800MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS 15 5 5 DIMM support A* B* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 6 • •
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    DDR2-800MHz capability Vendor Part No. PSC PSC PSC TMS2GB264D081-805KE D48001GP3-63BJU D48002GP0-73BCU M2XSSKG3147C1L1C5Z M2XHYKH3J47CC01E5Z ASUS M4A78L-M Size 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB Samsung K4T51083QE DS Hynix H5PS1G83EFRS6C 852AK 5 5 5 5 4-4-4-12 5 5 5 DIMM support
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    DDR2-667MHz capability Vendor A-Data Apacer Apacer Apacer Corsair G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for
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    a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the 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. 1 2 DIMM notch 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M4A78L-M 1 1-17
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    system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as 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
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    in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ASUS M4A78L
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    connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 5. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port audio sources. 8. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front
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    dual display outputs are supported on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to the D-Sub port has display. The dual display function works only under Windows. ASUS M4A78L-M 1-21
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    CPU DIMM BIOS setup Suggested list AMD® Athlon 4400+ DDR2 800 (1GB or higher) Frame Buffer Size--256MB or higher File format Non-protected clips HD DVD Blu-ray Best resolution Windows XP Windows connector The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer. LPT is
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    front panel audio I/O module is purchased separately. 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 3-pin CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard
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    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 supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 4. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for
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    signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your setting. PRI_IDE PIN1 M4A78L-M NOTE:Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. M4A78L-M IDE connector ASUS M4A78L-M 1-25
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    drive that includes a RAID/AHCI set. • Due to Windows® XP limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive. • For more details on RAID/AHCI, refer to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS M4A78L-M 1-27
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    of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB M4A78L-M PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M4A78L-M USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard
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    connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. COM1 PIN 1 M4A78L-M M4A78L-M Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS M4A78L-M 1-29
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    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 into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun
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    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® applications
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    Updating from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from a file, then click Next. b. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. 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
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    the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into M4A78LM.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website
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    setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On
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    menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Fri 07/31/ the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS M4A78L-M 2-5
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    the other items on the screen. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.58 AGESA Version: 3.5.3.1 AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 945 driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. GART Error Reporting Microcode Updation Secure Virtual Machine Mode Cool 'n' Quiet CPU
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    The BIOS specifically configuring a 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 SATA 5/6 menus. ASUS M4A78L
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    ] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was sectors at a time if the device supports multisector transfer feature. When this item is or disables 32-bit data transfer. be detected under OS. Ensure to install the AHCI driver, so that you can use SATA 1/2/3/4/5/6 in
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    Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset AMD CPU type. CPU OverClocking [Auto] Selects the CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Overclock Profile] [Test Mode] ASUS M4A78L
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    you set CPU Overclocking to [Overclock Profile]. Overclock Options [Auto] Selects the overclocking profile. Configuration options: [Auto] [Overclock 2%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] GPU Overclocking [Auto] Configures the GPU overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The
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    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
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    Cores], the processor has the best overclocking performance. When this item is set to [Per Core], the processor's overclocking capability is enhanced. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [All Cores] [Per Core] 2.4.3 Chipset NorthBridge Configuration Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto
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    512MB] option only appears when you install 1GB system memory or more. • The [1GB] option only appears when you install 2GB system memory or more. Surround View [Auto] Disables or [Below 4G] [Above 4G] AMD 760 HDMI Audio [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M4A78L-M 2-13
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    or disables the high definition audio controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Front Panel Select [HD Audio] Configuration options: [HD Audio] [AC97] OnBoard LAN Controller [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Configuration options
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    the legacy USB support is disabled. 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 M4A78L
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    to display the configuration options. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Power Settings Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration HW Monitor Configuration Anti Surge Support [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for
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    fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select [gnored] if you do not want the detected speed to be displayed. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Enables or disables the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the CPU fan Anti Surge Support [Enabled Power BIOS SETUP ASUS M4A78L-M 2-17
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    logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: • Press when ASUS logo appears. • Press after POST. 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease
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    Change Supervisor Password then press 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 Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility. ASUS M4A78L-M 2-19
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    to display the submenu. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility supports: 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS (read only
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    setting this item to [Reset], ensure to save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will be cleared the next time you enter LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4A78L
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    to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or
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