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Asus M5A78L-M USB3 User Manual

Asus M5A78L-M USB3
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Motherboard
M5A78L-M/USB3

Table of Contents

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Asus M5A78L-M USB3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600, 1800, 1866, 2000 MHz
System bus rate5.2 GT/s
Processor socketSocket AM3+
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Athlon II, AMD Sempron
USB 2.0 connectors3
Number of COM connectors1
Number of SATA II connectors6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
Audio chipVIA VT1708S
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetAMD 760G
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Motherboard southbridgeAMD SB710
RAID levels0, 1, 10, JBOD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA II
Cables includedSATA
Graphics cardRadeon 3000
Parallel processing technology supportNot supported
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111E
Networking featuresGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet interface typeFast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeAMI
ACPI version2.0a
BIOS memory size16 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width244 mm

Summary

Product Specifications Summary

Notices and Safety Information

Notices (FCC, Canadian, Recycling)

Regulatory statements (FCC, Canadian) and recycling information.

Safety Information (Electrical and Operation)

Crucial electrical and operational safety precautions for handling the motherboard.

About This Guide

Guide Organization and Conventions

Explains the manual's structure, sections, and used symbols.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Welcome and Package Contents

Introduction to the motherboard and list of package items.

Special Features

Highlights unique technologies like AMD CPU support and ASUS innovations.

Before You Proceed

Important precautions before installing components or changing settings.

Motherboard Overview

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

CPU Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and heatsink.

System Memory

Information on DIMM sockets, configurations, installation, and removal.

Expansion Slots

Details on installing and configuring expansion cards in PCI/PCIe slots.

Jumpers

Instructions for clearing CMOS settings using the CLRTC jumper.

Connectors

Descriptions and locations of all rear panel and internal connectors.

Software Support

Guides on installing operating systems and using the support DVD.

Chapter 2: BIOS Information

Managing and Updating BIOS

Procedures for using ASUS Update and EZ Flash 2 for BIOS management.

BIOS Setup Program Navigation

Explains how to enter and navigate the BIOS interface.

Main Menu

Displays basic system information like time, date, and SATA status.

Advanced Menu

Settings for CPU, Chipset, and onboard devices.

Power Menu

Configuration options for ACPI and APM power management.

Boot Menu

Settings for boot device priority, quick boot, and security.

Tools Menu

Access to utilities like EZ Flash 2 and O.C. Profile.

Exit Menu

Options to save/discard changes or load default BIOS settings.

ASUS Contact Information

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