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Asus M4A78LT PLUS User Manual

Asus M4A78LT PLUS
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Motherboard
M4A78LT PLUS

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Asus M4A78LT PLUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorATX
ChipsetAMD 760G
SocketAM3
Memory TypeDDR3
Maximum Memory16GB
PCI Express x16 Slots1
PCI Slots2
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC887
Audio Channels8-Channel
LAN ChipsetRealtek 8112L
Max. LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Memory Slots4
IDE1 x ATA133
RAID SupportRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
PS/2 Ports1
S/PDIF OutYes
Video OutputsD-Sub, DVI
SATA Ports6 x SATA 3Gb/s
USB Ports12 (6 on back panel, 6 via headers)

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Instructions to prevent electric shock hazards and ensure safe handling of components.

Operation Safety

Precautions for installing hardware, handling components, and system operation.

About This Guide

How This Guide Is Organized

Details the structure and parts of the user guide.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Explains symbols and conventions used throughout the manual.

Where to Find More Information

Lists resources for additional information and product updates.

Typography

Explains the use of bold text, italics, and key notations in the manual.

M4A78LT PLUS Specifications Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Before You Proceed

Precautions to take before installing components or changing settings.

Motherboard Overview

General introduction to the motherboard's layout and components.

Motherboard Layout

Diagram and labels of motherboard components and connectors.

Layout Contents

Reference list of motherboard connectors, jumpers, slots, and LEDs.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Information about installing and configuring the CPU.

Installing the CPU

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU into the socket.

Installing the Heatsink and Fan

Instructions for mounting the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

System Memory

Information about system memory installation and configuration.

Memory Configurations

Details on compatible memory sizes, speeds, and configurations.

Installing a DIMM

Step-by-step guide for installing a memory module (DIMM).

Removing a DIMM

Instructions for safely removing a memory module (DIMM).

Expansion Slots

Information on installing and using expansion cards in PCI and PCIe slots.

Installing an Expansion Card

Step-by-step instructions for installing an expansion card.

Configuring an Expansion Card

How to configure installed expansion cards via software settings.

Expansion Slot Types

Details on PCI, PCI Express x1, and PCI Express x16 slots and their compatibility.

Jumpers

Information on jumpers for system configuration.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

How to clear the CMOS settings using the CLRTC jumper.

Connectors

Overview of motherboard connectors.

Rear Panel Ports

Description of ports located on the back panel of the motherboard.

Internal Connectors

Details on internal connectors for fans, audio, and power.

ATX Power Connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

Guide for connecting ATX power supply to the motherboard.

AMD SB710 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4)

Information on Serial ATA connectors for storage devices and RAID.

USB Connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910)

Connectors for adding front panel USB ports.

Software Support

Information on supported operating systems and drivers.

Installing an Operating System

Guidelines for installing OS and prerequisites for driver installation.

Support DVD Information

Details about the included support DVD and its contents.

Chapter 2: BIOS Information

Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Procedures for managing and updating the motherboard BIOS.

ASUS Update Utility

Utility for updating BIOS from within Windows.

ASUS EZ Flash 2

Utility for updating BIOS directly from the BIOS interface.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

Tool for recovering the BIOS from corruption.

ASUS BIOS Updater

Utility for updating BIOS in a DOS environment.

BIOS Setup Program

Overview of the BIOS setup interface and navigation.

BIOS Menu Screen

Explains the layout and elements of the BIOS setup screen.

BIOS Setup Interface Elements

Explains menu items, submenus, fields, pop-ups, scroll bars, and help text within the BIOS.

Main Menu

Overview of the main BIOS settings screen.

System Time [xx:xx:xx]

How to set the system time in the BIOS.

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

How to set the system date in the BIOS.

SATA 1~4

Information and settings for SATA devices.

SATA Configuration

Configuration options for SATA storage devices.

System Information

Displays system specifications like BIOS, CPU, and memory.

Advanced Menu

Advanced system settings for CPU and devices.

CPU Configuration

Settings related to the CPU's performance and features.

Chipset

Configuration options for the motherboard chipset and memory controller.

Onboard Devices Configuration

Settings for integrated motherboard devices like audio and LAN.

PCIPnP

Settings for PCI/PnP device resource allocation.

USB Configuration

Settings for USB functionality and ports.

Power Menu

Power management settings for the system.

Suspend Mode [Auto]

Configures system suspend states.

ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled]

Enables or disables ACPI 2.0 support.

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

Enables or disables ACPI APIC support.

APM Configuration

Advanced Power Management settings.

HW Monitor Configuration

Settings for monitoring hardware status like temperature and fan speed.

EuP Ready [Disabled]

Configuration for Energy Using Products (EuP) requirements.

Boot Menu

Settings for system boot order and options.

Boot Device Priority

Sets the sequence for boot devices.

Boot Settings Configuration

Various boot-related settings like quick boot and logo display.

Security

Settings for system security, including passwords.

Tools Menu

Access to special function utilities.

ASUS EZ Flash 2

Utility for updating BIOS from the BIOS interface.

ASUS O.C. Profile

Utility for saving and loading BIOS settings profiles.

Exit Menu

Options for saving or discarding BIOS changes and loading defaults.

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