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    Motherboard M4A79 Deluxe
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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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    viii About this guide...ix M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features
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    Audio I/O connections 2-25 2.8.3 Internal connectors 2-28 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-39 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-39 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS
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    SB Voltage [Auto 3-16 3.5.18 CPU Spread Spectrum [Enabled 3-17 3.5.19 Settings Configuration 3-29 3.8.3 Security 3-30 3.9 Tools menu 3-32 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-32 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-33 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-34 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-35 3.10 Exit menu 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support
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    ATA hard disks 4-14 4.4.3 AMD® RAID configurations 4-14 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-20 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-20 4.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows 4-20 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology
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    energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
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    service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste
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    of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the
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    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. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processors (socket AM2+/AM2) Compatible with Phenom™ II / Athlon™ X4 / Athlon™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 (AM3 CPU) Supports 45nm CPU
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    , over 57 years operation lifespan at 65ºC) ASUS MyLogo 2™ AMD® OverDrive (AOD) support* * Advanced cooling system is required when advanced overclocking functions of AMD® OverDrive are enabled. Intelligent overclocking tools: - AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - TurboV - Turbo Key
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    1 x Reset switch 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 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE, Chassis Intrusion Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite AMD OverDrive (AOD) utility Anti-virus software (OEM
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    xiv
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    it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A79 Deluxe motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x ASUS CrossFire™ bridge cables 5 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable
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    AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology. AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ X4 / Athlon™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 (AM3 CPU) This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dualchannel DDR2 1066 memory support
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    AM3 CPU's potential, the ASUS M4 Series motherboards have adopted a brand new 8-phase VRM power design. It delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking entering Windows at anytime! The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product models. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 1-3
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    unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in
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    system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 1-5
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    Chapter 1 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    information Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-1
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2. AM2/AM2+ CPU socket 3. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 4. DDR2 DIMM slots 5. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 6. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU) 7. AMD® SB750 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-5) 8. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin
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    in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine 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 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM2+/AM2 socket designed for Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™/ Sempron™ processors (socket AM2+/AM2). It is also compatible with AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ X4 / Athlon™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 (AM3 CPU). The AM2+/AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940
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    lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. Chapter 2 6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer. Some heatsinks come with pre-applied thermal
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    bracket CPU fan CPU heatsink 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 M4A79 Deluxe
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    Chapter 2 2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. 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
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    connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled 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. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-9
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    2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to
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    . To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, see section 3.6 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. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-11
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    Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066 MHz capability Vendor Part No. DIMM socket Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* A-DATA ADQYE1A08 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5 V V A-DATA ADQYE1B16 2048MB
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    M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL -S5 Heat-Sink Package Timing Dimm (Bios) 5 5 5 4 4-4-4-12 DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* VV V 1.8 VV V 1.8 VV V VV V V VV VV V 1.95 V V 1.8 Vv V 1.8 Vv V 2.0 VV V 1.8 VV V 2.0 VV V ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-13
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    Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability (cont.) Vendor Part No. KINGSTON KVR800D2N5 TEDD1024M800HC5 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm (Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* 1024MB DS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8
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    M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* Apacer 78.01G9O.9K5 1024MB SS APACER AM4B5808CQJS7E 5 VV Apacer 78.A1G9O.9K4 2048MB DS
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    system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Press the retaining clips clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might
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    cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-17
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    are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE x16_1 shared shared - - shared - - - - USB 2.0 controller - - - shared - - - - HD audio shared - - - - - - - Onboard SATA - - - - shared - - 2-18 Chapter
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    below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 Four PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports four ATI CrossFireX™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. you connect the necessary cables to the connectors beside the slot first ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-19
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    PCI Express specifications. Universal PCI Express x16 slots (max. x8 mode) This motherboard also supports universal PCI Express x16 slots with a maximum speed of 8 GB/s. The operating You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings. Refer to page 3-21 for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-21
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    OV_CPU) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the advanced CPU overvoltage setting in BIOS. Read the following information before you change the jumper setting. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the advanced CPU overvoltage feature. Chapter 2 Pins 2-3 (Default) Pins 1-2 (OV Enabled) OV_CPU 0.80V
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    . 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. Reset switch Press the reset switch to reboot the system. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-23
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    6 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. External SATA port* 9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 11. Audio I/O ports*** * To use hot-plug, set the OnChip SATA Type in the BIOS settings to [AHCI] mode. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    blinking during data activity) Left Right LED LED LAN port *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Side Speaker Out 2.8.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-25
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    Chapter 2 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-27
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    incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. • The floppy disk drive cable is purchased separately. 2. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable
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    blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. Chapter 2 Drive jumper setting Single device Cable-Select device jumper is set as "Cable-Select", ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-29
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    Onchip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [RAID]. Chapter 2 Important note on Serial ATA Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA. • For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10, refer to the RAID manual in the support DVD. • If you intend to
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    then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. 6. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-31
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    a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 8. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then
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    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. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-33
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    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
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    ) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirements with the following configuration: 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 M4A79 Deluxe 2-35
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    that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; if you want to
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    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 (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-37
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    cables. Refer to the following instructions to install the ASUS Q-Connector. 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the SW 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front
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    four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Refer to section 3.7 Power Menu in Chapter 3 for details. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-39
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    Chapter 2 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    service personnel. 3.2 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS
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    Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet • View the BIOS version information This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service
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    then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. M4a79dlx.ROM ASUS M4A79 Deluxe M4a79dlx Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup
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    . b. Click from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. c. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box . d. Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk check box. e. Click Start. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the
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    down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 3-5
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    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. Prepare the motherboard
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    settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    select items in the menu and change the settings. The navigation keys may differ from one Pop-up window. 3.3.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window with the other items on the screen. Pop-up window Scroll bar 3.3.9 General help At the top right corner of
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    BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    Addressing mode) if the device supports this mode, and if the Memory Access) allows your computer to transfer data to and from the hardware devices installed with much less CPU overhead. The DMA mode consists of SDMA (single-word DMA), MDMA (multi-word DMA), and UDMA (Ultra DMA). Setting BIOS setup
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    to display the submenu. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Storage Configuration OnChip set to [AHCI], only SATA connectors 1-4 can be detected. Ensure that you've installed the AHCI driver, so that you could use SATA connectors 1-5 and E-SATA connector in AHCI mode under OS. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    : 12/19/08 Processor Type : AMD Phenom(tm) 8600 Triple-Core Processor Speed : 2300MHz System Memory Usable Size : 1024MB 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai (Extreme) Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker
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    default setting. The following item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. 3.5.6 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU/NB frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    set the AI Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. 3.5.8 Memory Configuration Ai Tweaker Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving Channel Interleaving MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID Memory Bank Memory [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Channel] Allows you to set the DDR power down
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    vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. DRAM Command Rate [Auto] Configuration options: [ options: [Auto] [Both] The following sub-items appear only when you set the DRAM Timing Mode item to [Both]. TCL [Auto] Configuration options: [DCT 0] [DCT 1] [Both] ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 3-15
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    Allows you to select the Southbridge voltage using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.20V] [1.35V] • Setting the above voltages to a high level may damage the CPU, memory module, and chipset permanently. Proceed with caution. • The system may require a better cooling system to work
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    the CPU overclocking ability. Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 3.5.19 [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Enabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking item to [Manual]. 3.5.20
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    The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools
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    SRAT Table. CPU Prefetching [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU prefetching. [Enabled] Enables the CPU prefetching. C1E Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the the Enhanced Halt State support. [Enabled] Enables the the Enhanced Halt State support. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 3-19
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    to report and correct memory errors. [Disabled] [Basic] [Good] [Super] [Max] [User] Disables the DRAM ECC mode. Set to [Basic] to adjust ECC mode automatically. Set to [Good] to adjust ECC mode automatically. Set to [Super] to adjust the DRAM BG Scrub sub-item manually. Set to [Max] to adjust
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    PCI Express Configuration PCI Express Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced PCI Express Configuration slots automatically. [Enable] Sets the PCIe lane of the PCIEX16_3 and PCIEX16_4 slots to x8/x8 links. [Disabled] Sets the PCIe lane of the to 255. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 3-21
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    BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced On Board Devices Configuration High Definition Audio [Enabled] Front Panel Type [HD] SPDIF_OUT Mode Setting ] [Enabled] Enables the onboard 1394 device support. [Disabled] Disables the onboard 1394 device support. Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows
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    controller mode to FullSpeed (12 Mbps). [HiSpeed] Sets the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps). BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 3-23
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    items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Plug And Play O/S [No] NO: lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system
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    When set to [Disabled], the system disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 3-25
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    3.7.5 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Enabled] Sets specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that
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    ] [Performance] Sets to [Performance] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Optimal] Sets to [Optimal] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 3-27
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    menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the submenu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Specifies the Boot Device Boot Priority sequence. Boot
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    ], BIOS skips some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo
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    Enter>. The message Password Uninstalled appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you
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    the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a User Password: 1. Select BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. [Always] BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    User Data ASUS O.C. Profile AI NET 2 [Enabled] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility supports: 1.FAT EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M4A79 Deluxe VER: 0302 DATE: 12/19/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown
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    settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly. [No] Set to [No] to disable the Reset User Data function when entering the Express Gate. The first time wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Press , and choose a profile to load. Start O.C. Profile Allows you to run the utility to save and load CMOS. Press to run the utility. ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V1.34 Current CMOS BOARD: M4A79 Deluxe VER: 0115 DATE: 12
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    recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. 3.9.4 AI NET 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools AI NET 2 Pair Status Length Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] Check Realtek LAN cable during POST. It will
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    RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you
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    ® RAID/AHCI driver disk. The Manual menu contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports
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    4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening
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    ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 3. The Cool 'n' Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays the current CPU Frequency and CPU Voltage. Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    digital connector status B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Information button Exit button Minimize button Chapter 4 Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed
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    window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    Turn off the computer Enter the motherboard BIOS setup Continue booting to existing OS when timer counts down to zero (0); click to immediately enter existing OS Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or click environment for detailed software instructions. in the Express Gate Chapter
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    default settings Click to launch each utility • The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual utility buttons vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    acceleration and overclocking ASUS EPU settings for each mode. Launching EPU After installing EPU from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the EPU tray icon to launch the program. EPU main menu Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus
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    ; Performance mode boosts the fan to achieve maximal fan speed for the best cooling effect. Chapter 4 Click Apply at the bottom to save the setup. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe click to display the drop-down list and select a Q-Fan 2 mode 4-9
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    this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. Using ASUS AI Nap 1. After installing ASUS AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD, double-click the ASUS Q-Button icon in the Windows notification area to launch the Q-Button user interface. 2. Select AI Nap, then
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    the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • Only AMD® Black Edition processors support the CPU Ratio function. • Set the CPU Ratio item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. See your motherboard manual for details. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 4-11
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    overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games-with just one touch! Launching ASUS Turbo Key 1. Install ASUS AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Restart your computer. ASUS Q-Button automatically starts after Windows
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    to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, first copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to a selected hard disk drive. Refer to section 4.4 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 4-13
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    each drive. 4.4.3 AMD® RAID configurations This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 configurations for Serial ATA hard disks drives through the AMD SB750 chip. Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must set the RAID item in the BIOS Setup before you can create a RAID set. To do this
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    a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 configuration. • Delete LD: deletes a selected RAID set and partition. • Controller Configuration: Shows the system resources configuration. Press , , , or to enter the option you need; press to exit the utility. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe
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    Option [Ctrl-Y]Save 3. Highlight the LD1 item and press to select RAID 0. 4. Move to the Assignment item by using the down arrow key and set Y to any two of the drives. 5. Press + to save the setting. The utility prompts the following messages: Press Ctrl-Y if you are sure to
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    LD 1 RAID 1 2 xxxxxx Functional LD 2 ---- LD 3 ---- LD 4 ---- LD 5 ---- LD 6 ---- LD 7 ---- LD 8 ---- [ Keys Available ] [↑]Up [↓]Down [ESC]Exit [Enter] Select Chapter 4 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 4-17
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    > to select RAID 10. 4. Move to the Assignment item by using the down arrow key and set Y to any four of the drives. 5. Press + to save the setting. The utility 8 ---- [ Keys Available ] [↑]Up [↓]Down [ESC]Exit [Enter] Select Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support
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    ATI Technology, Inc. LD No LD 1 LD 2 LD 3 LD 4 LD 5 LD 6 LD 7 LD 8 [ Delete LD Menu ] RAID Mode RAID 10 Total Drv Capacity(MB) 4 xxxxxx Status Functional [ Keys Available ] [↑]Up [↓]Down [ESC]Exit [Del or Alt+D] Delete Chapter 4 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 4-19
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    the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. 4.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®: 1. Start Windows®. 2. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 3. Go to the Make Disk menu, then click ATI RAID/AHCI 32/64bit
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    . 2. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card drivers. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 5-1
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    Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to its user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics . CrossFireX bridge CrossFireX goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support
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    Insert the three graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than three PCIEX16 slots, refer to its user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 5-3
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    power sources from the power supply to the four graphics cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 5-4 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support
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    the ATI icon in the Windows notification area and select Cayalyst Control Center. 2. The Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi-graphics cards. Click Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 5-5
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    click OK to exit 1 the window. 2 3 4 Enabling Triple or Quad CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. 2. 5. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. 2 3 4 5 5-6 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support
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Motherboard
M4A79
Deluxe