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ECS A78F2P-M2 - User Manual

ECS A78F2P-M2
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A78F2P-M2 USER MANUAL
Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac-
turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof
and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for
any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publica-
tion and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation
of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
AMD, Phenom, Athlon, Sempron, Turion, and Duron are registered trademarks of AMD
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners
and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern-
ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Questions and Answers

ECS A78F2P-M2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1866, 2133 MHz
Processor socketSocket FM2+
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD A, AMD E
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Number of SATA III connectors6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
Peripheral (Molex) power connectors (4-pin)3
RAID levels0, 1, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
HDMI version1.4a
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.
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111G
Ethernet interface typeFast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Audio chipRealtek ALC662
Cooling typePassive
CertificationCE/FCC, ErP/EuP, WHCK
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetAMD A78
Audio output channels5.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
DirectX version11.1
Maximum resolution1920 x 1200 pixels
Parallel processing technology supportNot supported
BIOS typeAMI
BIOS memory size32 Mbit
Trial softwareMuzee
Cables includedSATA
Bundled softwareNorton Internet Security\\r CyberLink PowerDVD\\r CyberLink PowerDirector 9
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth210 mm
Width244 mm

Summary

Legal and Regulatory Information

Copyright Information

Details copyright protection for the publication and its contents, including restrictions on reproduction.

Disclaimer Notice

States information is subject to change without notice and disclaims warranties.

Trademark Acknowledgement

Lists registered trademarks of Microsoft and AMD, acknowledging other product names.

FCC Compliance Statement

Outlines compliance with FCC rules for digital devices and interference mitigation.

Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Provides an overview of the A78F2P-M2 motherboard and its key features.

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard package for user reference.

Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard, including CPU, memory, and expansion slots.

Motherboard Components

Identifies and labels the physical components on the motherboard layout.

I;O Ports

Describes the rear panel input/output ports and their functions.

Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard

Safety Precautions

Outlines essential safety guidelines for handling and installing the motherboard to prevent damage.

Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis

Guides the user on physically mounting the motherboard into a computer case.

Checking Jumper Settings

Explains the location and function of motherboard jumpers, particularly CLR_CMOS.

Installing the Processor

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

Installing the CPU Cooler

Instructions for mounting the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

Installing Memory Modules

Details the process for inserting DDR3 RAM modules into the motherboard slots.

Installing Add-on Cards

Explains how to install expansion cards into PCI and PCIe slots.

Connecting Optional Devices

Details how to connect various internal devices and headers like SATA, USB, and front panel connectors.

Chapter 3 Using BIOS

About the Setup Utility

Introduces the BIOS Setup Utility and its purpose for system configuration.

Entering the Setup Utility

Provides instructions on how to access the BIOS Setup Utility during system startup.

BIOS Navigation Keys

Lists the keyboard keys used for navigating and interacting within the BIOS interface.

Main Menu Overview

Describes the Main Menu of the BIOS, showing system information and basic settings.

Advanced Menu Options

Covers detailed system configuration settings accessible through the Advanced menu.

LAN Configuration

Explains BIOS settings for the onboard LAN controller.

PC Health Status

Monitors critical voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

Power Management Setup

Configures system parameters for power management operation.

ACPI Settings

Sets the ACPI sleep state for system suspend modes.

CPU Configuration

Allows adjustment of CPU-related settings and features.

SATA Configuration

Manages serial ATA controller modes and port assignments.

USB Configuration

Enables or disables USB devices and legacy USB support.

Super IO Configuration

Configures serial and parallel port settings.

Chipset Menu Settings

Explains how to configure settings related to the North and South Bridge chipsets.

M.I.B. III Menu

Details advanced memory settings and clock configurations available in the M.I.B. III menu.

Boot Menu Configuration

Allows users to set boot priorities and manage boot devices.

Security Menu Options

Covers setting administrator and user passwords for system security.

Exit Menu Functions

Explains how to save changes, discard them, or reset BIOS settings before exiting.

Updating the BIOS

Provides step-by-step instructions for updating the system's BIOS.

Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software

Auto-installing Software

Guides on using the DVD-ROM for automatic installation of drivers and utilities.

Manual Software Installation

Explains how to install drivers and software manually if auto-install fails.

ECS Utility Software

Introduces bundled utilities like eSF, eDLU, and eBLU for system management.

eSF Smart Fan Utility

Describes the utility for adjusting fan speeds based on temperature and system load.

eDLU Driver Live Update

Explains the utility for fast and easy online driver updates.

eBLU BIOS Update Utility

Details the utility for updating the motherboard's BIOS.

Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting

Start up problems during assembly

Provides tips to resolve issues encountered when first assembling the PC.

Start up problems after prolong use

Offers solutions for startup issues that may arise after extended PC usage.

Maintenance and care tips

Gives advice on proper care and maintenance to prolong motherboard life.

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

A visual guide to diagnose and resolve common PC startup problems.

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