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Asus M4A79XTD - Motherboard - ATX User Manual

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Motherboard
M4A79XTD EVO

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BrandAsus
ModelM4A79XTD - Motherboard - ATX
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Introduction to the ASUS M4A79XTD EVO motherboard and its features.

1.2 Package Contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard package.

1.3 Special Features

Details the motherboard's key features and technologies.

1.3.1 Product Highlights

Highlights key technical specifications and features of the motherboard.

1.3.2 ASUS Unique Features

Describes proprietary ASUS technologies and design elements.

1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking Features

Explains performance tuning and overclocking capabilities.

Chapter 2: Hardware Information

2.1 Before You Proceed

Precautions before installing components or changing settings.

2.2 Motherboard Overview

General overview of the motherboard's layout and components.

2.2.1 Motherboard Layout

Diagram showing the physical arrangement of motherboard components.

2.2.2 Layout Contents

Lists and describes the connectors, jumpers, and slots on the motherboard.

2.2.3 Placement Direction & Screw Holes

Instructions for orienting and securing the motherboard in the chassis.

2.3 CPU Installation

Information and steps for installing the CPU.

2.3.1 Installing the CPU

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

2.3.2 Installing CPU Heatsink and Fan

Guide for mounting the CPU cooler assembly.

2.4 System Memory

Information about installing and configuring system RAM.

2.4.1 Memory Overview

Introduction to the DDR3 DIMM sockets.

2.4.2 Memory Configurations

Details on memory module sizes and compatibility.

2.4.3 Installing and Removing DIMMs

Procedures for RAM installation and removal.

2.5 Expansion Slots

Description of available expansion slots on the motherboard.

2.5.1 Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards

Guide for installing and setting up add-on cards.

2.5.3 Interrupt Assignments

Table detailing IRQ assignments for motherboard devices.

2.5.4 PCI and PCIe Slots

Information on PCI and PCI Express slots.

2.6 Jumpers

Configuration options using motherboard jumpers.

2.7 Connectors

Overview of motherboard connectors.

2.7.1 Rear Panel Connectors

Identifies and describes rear I/O ports.

2.7.2 Audio I/O Connections

Details audio port configurations and wiring.

2.7.3 Internal Connectors

Covers various internal headers like IDE, SATA, USB, and power.

2.7.4 ASUS Q-Connector

Explains the use of the Q-Connector for system panel cables.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

3.1 Knowing BIOS

Introduction to the BIOS, its function, and settings.

3.2 Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the motherboard BIOS.

3.2.1 ASUS Update Utility

Using the Windows-based utility for BIOS updates.

3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility

Updating BIOS via USB flash drive.

3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Utility

Restoring BIOS from corruption.

3.3 BIOS Setup Program Navigation

How to use the BIOS interface, menus, and navigation keys.

3.4 Main Menu Options

Overview of system information and main settings.

3.4.1 Storage and IDE Configuration

Settings for IDE and SATA devices.

3.4.3 System Information

Displays detected system specifications.

3.5 Advanced Menu Options

Configuration for CPU, Chipset, and other advanced settings.

3.5.1 JumperFree Configuration

CPU frequency and voltage tuning.

3.5.2 CPU and Chipset Settings

Details CPU and Chipset configurations.

3.5.4 Onboard Devices Configuration

Settings for integrated peripherals like audio and LAN.

3.5.5 USB Configuration

Settings for USB controller features.

3.5.6 PCIPnP

Configuration for PCI and Plug and Play devices.

3.6 Power Menu Options

Advanced power management settings.

3.6.1 Suspend Mode

Selects ACPI states for system suspend.

3.6.4 APM Configuration

Power-on and AC power loss settings.

3.6.5 Hardware Monitor

System monitoring of temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.

3.7 Boot Menu Options

System boot sequence and settings.

3.7.1 Boot Device Priority

Setting boot device order.

3.7.3 Security

BIOS password and access level management.

3.8 Tools Menu Options

Accesses special function utilities.

3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2

Utility for BIOS flashing.

3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile

Saving and loading BIOS settings.

3.9 Exit Menu

Saving, discarding, and loading default BIOS settings.

Chapter 4: Software Support

4.1 Installing an Operating System

Guide for OS installation on the motherboard.

4.2 Support DVD Information

Details on the support DVD contents like drivers and utilities.

4.2.1 Running the Support DVD

How to launch and navigate the support DVD.

4.2.2 Obtaining Software Manuals

Instructions for accessing PDF manuals from the support DVD.

4.3 Software Utilities

Overview of included software utilities.

4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II & AI Suite

Utilities for system monitoring and management.

4.3.2 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ & ASUS EPU

CPU and system power management tools.

4.3.5 ASUS Q-Fan 2

Fan speed control utility.

4.3.6 ASUS TurboV & Turbo Key

CPU overclocking utilities.

4.3.8 ASUS Express Gate

Instant-on OS for quick access to Internet and apps.

4.3.9 VIA® High Definition Audio Utility

Audio driver and configuration.

4.4 RAID Configurations

Setting up RAID volumes with Serial ATA hard disks.

4.4.1 RAID Definitions

Explains RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations.

4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS

Enabling RAID functionality within the BIOS.

4.5 Creating a RAID Driver Disk

Steps to create a driver disk for RAID setup.

4.5.3 Installing RAID Driver during OS Installation

Integrating the RAID driver during OS setup.

Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology Support

5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology

Introduction to ATI CrossFireX technology for multi-GPU setups.

5.1.1 Requirements

Necessary hardware and software for CrossFireX.

5.1.2 Before You Begin

Steps to prepare the system for graphics card installation.

5.2 Installing CrossFireX™ Graphics Cards

Step-by-step guide for installing multiple GPUs.

5.3 Software Information

Details on graphics drivers and enabling CrossFireX.

5.3.1 Installing the Device Drivers

Guide for installing graphics card drivers.

5.3.2 Enabling ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology

Steps to activate multi-GPU support in software.

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