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M4N78 SE Motherboard - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 2
purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 3
About this guide vii M4N78 SE specifications summary ix 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 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 4
system 1-26 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-26 Chapter 1: 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 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 5
Contents 2.5.4 APM Configuration 2-15 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor 2-16 2.6 Boot menu 2-17 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-17 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-17 2.6.3 Security 2-18 2.7 Tools menu 2-19 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-19 2.7.2 Express Gate 2-20 2.7.3 AI NET 2 2-20 2.8 Exit menu 2-21 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 6
and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 7
. • 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 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 8
. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 9
M4N78 SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN AMD Phenom™x4/Phenom™x3/ Athlon™x2/ Athlon ™ /Sempron™ processors (Socket AM2+ / AM2) Compatible with Phenom™ II/ Athlon™x4/ Athlon™x3/ Athlon™x2 (AM3 CPU) AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 10
Out connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1x CPU Fan connectors 24-pin EATX power connector 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1x IO Shield User manual ATX form factor: 12'' x 7.6'' (30.5cm x 19.3cm) Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 11
system bus. AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ / Sempron CPU support The motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ / Sempron processors. It features 2000 / 1600 MT/s HyperTransport™-based system bus, dual-channel un-buffered DDR2 800 memory support and AMD™ Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-1 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 12
NVIDIA® nForce™ 720D chipset The NVIDIA® nForce 720D supports HyperTransport™3.0 interface, PCI Express™ 2.0 bus architecture, and Serial ATA 3 GB/s devices. It is optimized with AMD's latest AM2+ and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance. HyperTransport 3.0 support 5200 MT/s - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 13
the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. 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 parameters to their default settings. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-3 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 14
1.4 Before you proceed 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 touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 15
of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 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 motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-5 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 16
1-19 11. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 4. CPU fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN) 1-8 12. Onboard LED 5. AM2/AM2+ CPU socket 1-7 13. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 6. DDR2 DIMM slots 1-10 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 7. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 17
matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. Small triangle ASUS M4N78 SE Socket lever Gold - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 18
, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. 6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with the heatsink package. 7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. Do not forget - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 19
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. 2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4N78 SE 1-9 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 20
CPU_FAN. Do not forget 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 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 21
, and 4GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and motherboard supports up to 8GB memory modules on Windows® XP Professional x64 and Vista x64 editions. You may install a maximum of 4 GB DIMMs on each slot. M4N78 SE Motherboard - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 22
Apacer Apacer Elpida ADATA ADATA ADATA PSC PSC PSC Nanya Nanya DIMM support A* B* · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · GEIL · · GEIL · · G.SKILL · · G.SKILL · · PSC · · · · ELIXIR · · ELIXIR · · Hynix · · 1-12 Chapter 1: Product - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 23
continued on the next page) Chip Brand Kingston Kingston Elpida Kingston DIMM support A* B* · · · · · · · · Elpida · · · Apacer · · Micron · · Micron · · Transcend · · Transcend · · Elpida · · Transcend · · Elpida · · ADATA · · VDATA · · ASUS M4N78 SE 1-13 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 24
M2Y1G64TU8HB0B-25C M2Y1G64TU88D5B-AC 0828.GS M2Y2G64TU8HD5B-AC 0826.SG SS/ DS CL Chip No. Chip Brand DIMM support A* B* DS 5 A3R1GE3CFF734MAA0E PSC · · DS 5 SHG772-AA3G PSC · · DS 5 XCP271A3G-A PSC · · DS 5 A3R1GE3CFF750RABBP(ECC) PSC · · DS 4 GL2L64M088BA30EB GEIL - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 25
DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into the yellow slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-667/800/1066MHz QVL. ASUS M4N78 SE - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 26
before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 27
x1 slot 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 complies with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-17 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 28
the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 29
+5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-6, USBPW7-12) Set these CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). These jumpers are for the rear and internal USB connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports. ASUS M4N78 SE - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 30
connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 4. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 5. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel and 6-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 31
firmly until the connectors completely fit. • We recommend that you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300 W power rating. This at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS M4N78 SE 1-21 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 32
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 ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. 3. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/ - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 33
1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configurations through the onboard chipset. Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. • For detailed instructions on RAID configurations, refer to the RAID manual in the support DVD. • If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 34
System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED turns the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 35
the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio]. 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]. See section "2.4.3 Chipset" for details. ASUS M4N78 SE - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 36
you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions/ Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 37
motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Quit all Windows® applications - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 38
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 without having to use an OS‑based utility. Before using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 39
• The utility automatically checks the optical drive first. If no optical drive is found, the utility then checks the USB flash disk. • The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-3 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 40
program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section "2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS." Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup." This - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 41
key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS information. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-5 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 42
Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main window with the configuration options for that item. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 43
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 does not appear when you select the SATA 1/2/3/4 devices. ASUS M4N78 SE - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 44
], the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device Mode. Configuration options: [SATA Mode] [RAID Mode] [AHCI Mode] 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 45
. Select either one of the preset overclocking. • Manual - Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. • Auto - Loads the optimal settings for the system. • Overclock Profile - Loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when overclocking. ASUS M4N78 SE 2-9 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 46
CPU Overclocking item is set to [Manual]. CPU Frequency [200] Allows you to set the CPU frequency. The valid value is from 200 MHz to 550 MHz. The following item appears only when the CPU 1800MHz] CPU Over Manual] The following item appears only when the Memory Clock Mode item is set to [Manual - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 47
Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the memory over voltage. The value ranges from 1.85000V to 2.24375V with a 0.00625V interval. Press +/- to adjust the value. Chipset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the chipset voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+50mv] [+100mv] [+150mv] ASUS M4N78 SE 2-11 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 48
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] Allows - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 49
Disabled] [Basic] [Good] [Super] [Max] [User] SouthBridge Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the PCIE 2.0 feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] AZALIA AUDIO [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the HD audio +ECP] ASUS M4N78 SE 2-13 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 50
the system to malfunction. Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 51
S3 Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default). In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, ] ASUS M4N78 SE 2-15 - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 52
motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 53
Disabled], BIOS performs ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] ASUS M4N78 SE - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 54
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. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 55
] 2.7 Main Tools menu Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data AI NET2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format Select Screen Select - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 56
or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature waits at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to the BIOS. 2.7.3 AI NET 2 Check Realtek Phy LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek Phy - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 57
fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option window appears. Select OK to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS M4N78 SE - Asus M4N78 SE | User Manual - Page 58
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