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1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPUwith just pressing a key. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving technology that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time. 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 the button. 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 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 to system loading to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS M5A78L-M/USB3 1-3

Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	8
M5A78L-M/USB3 specifications summar	9
Chapter 1	11
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	15
1.5 Motherboard overview	16
1.5.1 Placement direction	16
1.5.2 Screw holes	16
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	17
1.5.4 Layout contents	17
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	18
1.6.1 Installing the CPU	18
1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan	20
1.7 System memory	21
1.7.1 Overview	21
1.7.2 Memory configurations	22
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	27
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	27
1.8 Expansion slots	28
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	28
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	28
1.8.3 PCI slots	28
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot	28
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot	28
1.9 Jumpers	29
1.10 Connectors	30
1.10.1 Rear panel ports	30
1.10.2 Internal connectors	32
1.11 Software support	38
1.11.1 Installing an operating system	38
1.11.2 Support DVD information	38
Chapter 2	39
BIOS information	39
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	39
2.1.1 ASUS Update	39
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	40
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3	41
2.2 BIOS setup program	42
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen	43
2.2.2 Menu bar	43
2.2.3 Navigation keys	43
2.2.4 Menu items	44
2.2.5 Submenu items	44
2.2.6 Configuration fields	44
2.2.7 Pop-up window	44
2.2.8 Scroll bar	44
2.2.9 General help	44
2.3 Main menu	45
2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	45
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	45
2.3.3 SATA3G_1/2/3/4/5/6	45
2.3.4 SATA Configuration	46
2.3.5 System Information	47
2.4 Advanced menu	48
2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration	48
2.4.2 CPU Configuration	51
2.4.3 Chipset	52
2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration	53
2.4.5 PCIPnP	54
2.4.6 USB Configuration	54
2.5 Power menu	55
2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]	55
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled]	55
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]	55
2.5.4 APM Configuration	55
2.5.5 HW Monitor Configuration	56
2.5.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]	56
2.6 Boot menu	57
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority	57
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration	57
2.6.3 Security	58
2.7 Tools menu	60
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2	60
2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile	60