Asus M4N78 SE User Manual - Page 13

ASUS M4N78 SE

1-3

1.3.2

Innovative ASUS features

Green ASUS

This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s

Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line

with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable

products/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the

impact on the environment.

ASUS MyLogo2™

Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to personalize your

system.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to

restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD, or USB

disk that contains the BIOS file.

ASUS EZ Flash 2

ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without

using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.

ASUS Express Gate

With on 5 seconds boot-up time, the ASUS Express Gate allows you to

instantly surf the Internet without entering Windows or the Hard Disk. You

can now enjoy Skype, IM, YouTube, webmail and internet file downloads

and sharing whenever and whatever you want.

•

File downloading and uploading support USB devices only.

•

The actural boot time is subject to hardware configuration and product models.

ASUS EPU

The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system

power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently

moderating power usage for critical PC components in real-time-helping

save power and money!

CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R)

The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores 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.

Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	7
M4N78 SE specifications summary	9
Chapter 1: Product introduction	11
1.1 Welcome!	11
1.2 Package contents	11
1.3 Special features	11
1.3.1 Product highlights	11
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features	13
1.4 Before you proceed	14
1.5 Motherboard overview	15
1.5.1 Placement direction	15
1.5.2 Screw holes	15
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	16
1.5.4 Layout contents	16
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	17
1.6.1 Installing the CPU	17
1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan	19
1.7 System memory	20
1.7.1 Overview	20
1.7.2 Memory configurations	21
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	26
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	26
1.8 Expansion slots	27
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	27
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	27
1.8.3 PCI slots	27
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot	27
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot	27
1.9 Jumpers	28
1.10 Connectors	30
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors	30
1.10.2 Internal connectors	31
1.11 Software support	36
1.11.1 Installing an operating system	36
1.11.2 Support DVD information	36
Chapter 2: BIOS information	37
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	37
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	37
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility	38
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	39
2.2 BIOS setup program	40
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen	41
2.2.2 Menu bar	41
2.2.3 Navigation keys	42
2.2.4 Menu items	42
2.2.5 Sub-menu items	42
2.2.6 Configuration fields	42
2.2.7 General help	42
2.2.8 Pop-up window	42
2.2.9 Scroll bar	42
2.3 Main menu	43
2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	43
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	43
2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave and SATA 1~4	43
2.3.4 Storage Configuration	44
2.3.5 System Information	45
2.4 Advanced menu	45
2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration	45
2.4.2 CPU Configuration	48
2.4.3 Chipset	48
2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration	49
2.4.5 PCI PnP	50
2.4.6 USB Configuration	50
2.5 Power menu	51
2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]	51
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled]	51
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]	51
2.5.4 APM Configuration	51
2.5.5 Hardware Monitor	52
2.6 Boot menu	53
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority	53
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration	53
2.6.3 Security	54
2.7 Tools menu	55
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2	55
2.7.2 Express Gate [Auto]	56
2.7.3 AI NET 2	56

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