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MotherboardM4A79XTD EVO

xConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Typog

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the AMD SB750 chipset that allows you to congure Serial AT

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-13Chapter 44.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility®To enter the AMD® Option ROM utility® 1. Boot up your computer.2. During POST, press &

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-15Chapter 4 To continue, press <Ctrl> + <Y> to erase MBR and all data on the selected drives. To cancel, press any ot

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Deleting a RAID congurationTake caution when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-17Chapter 44.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating syst

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4To install the RAID driver in Windows® Vista1. Insert the oppy disk with RAID driver into the oppy disk d

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-19Chapter 45. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the le txtsetup.oem.6. Double-click the le. A window appea

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 5-15.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphic

xiM4A79XTD EVO specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processo

5-2 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 54. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphi

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 5-3Chapter 55.3 Software information5.3.1 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics car

5-4 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 5Enabling CrossFireX technology1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Set

xii(continued on the next page)M4A79XTD EVO specications summaryASUS unique features ASUS Power Solutions: - 8+2 Phase Power Design - ASUS Anti

xiii*Specications are subject to change without notice.M4A79XTD EVO specications summaryInternal I/O connectors 2 x USB connectors support additiona

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ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® M4A79XTD EVO motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest te

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsAMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU suppo

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 1-3Chapter 11.3.2 ASUS unique featuresASUS Power SolutionASUS Power solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced comp

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclock

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 1-5Chapter 1ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened hotkey to launch the u

iiE4805First Edition V1 July 2009Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK Computer INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwar

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-p

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.3 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in th

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-5Chapter 22.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket c

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-7Chapter 22.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe AMD® AM3 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base.3. Align the other end of the re

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-9Chapter 25. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labele

iiiContentsNotices... viiSafety in

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Me

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-11Chapter 22.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2M4A79XTD EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000 (O.C.) MHz capability*Vendor Part No. Si

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-13Chapter 2DDR3-1333 MHz capabilityVendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO.Timing DIMM (BIOS)VoltageDIMM socket support (optio

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM supp

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-15Chapter 22.4.4 Removing a DIMMTo remove a DIMM:1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.2. Remo

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections des

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-17Chapter 22.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.IRQ

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-19Chapter 22.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You c

ivContents2.7.3 Internal connectors...2-252.7.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) ..

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the advanced CPU ov

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-21Chapter 22.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectors• DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port.• To enabl

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2*LAN port LED indications2.7.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic**Audio

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-23Chapter 2Connect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel Speakers

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-25Chapter 2Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s) Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devices Cable-Sel

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1–6, SATA_E1)These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables f

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-27Chapter 23. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN)The fan connec

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 24. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB modu

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-29Chapter 25. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a modul

v3.7 Boot menu ... 3-253.7.1 Boot Device Priority...

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 27. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital I

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-31Chapter 29. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 4-pin ATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power suppl

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-33Chapter 212. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cab

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front p

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 2-35Chapter 22.8 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-13.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device conguration, overcl

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard B

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-3Chapter 33. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.4. From the FTP site

viChapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology ...5-

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a boot

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-5Chapter 33.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restor

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 BIOS setup programA BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modication. When you start up the computer, t

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-7Chapter 33.3.3 Navigation keysAt the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Primary MasterDevice : Not Detected Type [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]Block(Multi-sector Transfer)M [Aut

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-9Chapter 3Type [Auto]Allows you to select the type of IDE/SATA drive installed.[Not Installed] Select this option if no IDE/SATA

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 332Bit Data Transfer [Enabled][Enabled] Sets the IDE/SATA controller to combine two 16-bit reads from the hard dis

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-11Chapter 33.4.3 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically de

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc.BIOS SETUP UTILITYMain Advanced Power Boot Tool

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-13Chapter 3CPU Ratio [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Use <+> and <-&g

viiFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM Command Rate [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T]TCL [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-15Chapter 3TRFC0/TRFC01 [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [90ns] [110ns] [160ns] [300ns] [350ns]TREF [Auto]Conguration options:

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.2 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-17Chapter 3Advanced Clock Calibration [Disabled][Disabled] Disables this function.[Auto] The BIOS automatically adjusts this fun

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM ECC Enable [Disabled][Disabled] Disables this function.[Enabled] Allows hardware to report and correct memor

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-19Chapter 3The following item appears only when you set the Onboard HD Audio item to [Enabled].Front Panel Type [HD][AC97] Sets t

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3The USB Devices Enabled item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.USB

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-21Chapter 33.6 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.4 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC po

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-23Chapter 33.6.5 Hardware MonitorCPU/MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays

viiiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Chassis Q-Fan Function [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-25Chapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter>

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled][Disabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POS

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-27Chapter 33.7.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Change User PasswordSelect this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the scree

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-29Chapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.3 ASUS O.C. ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Add Your CMOS ProleAllows you

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 3-31Chapter 3Current CMOSRestore CMOSA:Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B]

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN fol

ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gui

4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you throu

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyThe motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that dynamicall

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-5Chapter 44.3.3 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily.Launching AI Suite1. Install AI S

4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 ASUS EPUASUS EPU is an energy-efcient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-7Chapter 44.3.5 ASUS Q-Fan 2This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fa

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Launching ASUS TurboV1. Install the ASUS TurboV utility from the motherboard support DVD.2. Click Start >

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-9Chapter 44.3.7 ASUS Turbo KeyASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. Aft

4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Int

ASUS M4A79XTD EVO 4-11Chapter 4Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software congu