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Asus M5A78L-M LX BR User Manual

Asus M5A78L-M LX BR
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Motherboard
M5A78L-M LX3 Series
M5A78L-M LX3
M5A78L-M LX3 PLUS

Table of Contents

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Asus M5A78L-M LX BR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
CPU SocketAM3+
Memory Slots2
Memory TypeDDR3
PCIe x16 Slots1
PCI Express x11
PCI Slots1
SATA Ports4 x SATA 3Gb/s
LAN10/100/1000 Mbps
ChipsetAMD 760G
USB Ports8 x USB 2.0
Audio8-Channel High Definition Audio

Summary

Safety information

Electrical safety

Precautions to prevent electrical shock hazards during system operation and maintenance.

Operation safety

Guidelines for safe handling and operation of the motherboard and its components.

About this guide

Explains the organization and content of the user guide for effective navigation and understanding.

Where to find more information

ASUS websites

Provides information on accessing the ASUS website for product updates and support resources.

Optional documentation

Mentions optional documents that may be included in the product package.

Conventions used in this guide

Explains symbols and typography used throughout the manual for clarity.

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Special features

Highlights key features and technologies of the M5A78L-M LX3 motherboard.

1.2 Before you proceed

Lists essential precautions and checks to perform before installing or configuring the motherboard.

1.3 Motherboard overview

Details the physical layout and placement of components on the motherboard.

1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Covers CPU socket compatibility, installation, and heatsink/fan assembly procedures.

1.5 System memory

Explains the system memory (DIMM) slots, types, and installation process.

1.6 Expansion slots

Describes the types of expansion slots available and how to install expansion cards.

1.7 Jumpers

Details the function and operation of motherboard jumpers, such as Clear RTC RAM.

1.8 Connectors

Identifies and explains the rear panel and internal connectors on the motherboard.

1.9 Software support

Information on compatible operating systems and the included support DVD contents.

Chapter 2: BIOS information

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

Guides on saving, updating, and recovering the motherboard's BIOS using provided utilities.

2.2 BIOS setup program

Instructions on how to enter and navigate the BIOS Setup utility for system configuration.

2.3 Main menu

Overview of the BIOS Main menu, including system time, date, and SATA configuration.

2.4 Advanced menu

Details on configuring advanced system settings related to CPU, chipset, and onboard devices.

2.5 Power menu

Explains settings for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and Advanced Power Management (APM).

2.6 Boot menu

Instructions for configuring system boot options, including device priority and boot settings.

2.7 Tools menu

Access to special function utilities like EZ Flash 2 for BIOS updates and O.C. Profile for saving settings.

2.8 Exit menu

Options for saving or discarding BIOS changes, and loading default settings before exiting.

Appendices

Notices

Contains regulatory compliance statements including FCC, Canadian, VCCI, KC, REACH, and ASUS recycling information.

ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Provides address, telephone, fax, email, and website for the main ASUS headquarters.

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Contact details for ASUS operations in North America, including address and support information.

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Contact information for ASUS operations in Germany and Austria, including support details.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

EC Declaration of Conformity ASUS

Official statement confirming compliance with EU directives and FCC regulations for the product.

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