M3A78-CM
This motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. The onboard SB700 southbridge allows RAID 0, RAID 1,RAID 10 configurations for six SATA connectors.
Gigbit LAN

The on-board LAN controller is a highly integrated GbLAN controller. It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems.
High Definition Audio

Enjoy high-quality sound system on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-detect feature,which automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, meaning there will be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out and Mic jacks.
ASUS Q-Fan

ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.
Max. 12 USB 2.0 ports

USB 2.0 is the latest connectivity standard for next generation components and peripherals. Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480Mb/s, for easy connectivity and ultra-fast data transfers.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS3

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.
ASUS EZ Flash 2

With ASUS EZ Flash, you can update BIOS before entering operating system. No more DOS-based flash utility and bootable diskette required.
C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)

When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to open the case to clear CMOS data. Just simply restart the system, the BIOS would show the previous setting and then users can amend the CPU setting again.
Display Port

This motherboard introduces the new digital display interface standard – DisplayPort. This new design features a smaller and user-friendly connector. It delivers higher performances of resolution, refresh rate and color depth and improves digital display connectivity.
Express Gate

Taking only 5 seconds to bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! It´s a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house. What´s more, the user-friendly picture manager lets you view your pictures without entering Windows at anytime!
* The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product models.
MyLogo2

Personalize your system with customizable boot logo
You can convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.
GreenASUS

The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union´s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers´ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

M3A78-CM
intel centrino2
Integral Design?New Vision

    * AMD® AM2/AM2+ CPU Support up to 140W
    * AMD 780V/SB700 Chipset
    * HyperTransport 3.0 and PCIe 2.0 Ready
    * Hybrid CrossFireX Support
    * 5000 hrs VRM solid capacitor
    * Dual Displays Support DP & DVI, DP & RGB, DVI & RGB
    * Precision Tweaker 2
    * Express Gate
    * DX10 Support
    * Support 45nm Phenom™ II CPU

    * Overview
    * Specifications
    * Download
    * Accessory
    * QVL
    * CPU Support

Specifications
CPU    AMD Socket AM2+ / AM2 Processors
AMD Phenom™FX / AMD Phenom™/ Athlon™64 FX / Athlon™64 X2/Athlon™64 / Sempron processors
AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology
AMD 64 architecture enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing
support CPU up to 140W
AMD Live!™ Ready
Chipset    AMD 780V/SB700
System Bus    2000/1600 MT/s for AM2 CPU
Up to 5200 MT/s; HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface for AM2+ CPU
Memory    4 x240-pin DIMM, Max. 8 GB, DDR2 1066/800/667/533 ECC,Non-ECC,Un-buffered Memory

Dual Channel memory architecture
*DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU only
***When installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB is recommended.

Expansion Slots   

1 x PCIe x16
1 x PCIe x1
2 x PCI
Support PCIe 2.0 / 1.0 Architecture
VGA    Integrated ATI RV610-based Direct x10.0 graphics
Maximum shared memory of 256 MB
Supports DVI-D with HDCP compliant with max. resolution 2560x1600 (@ 60Hz dual-link)
Supports DP with max. resolution 2560*1600 (@ 60Hz)
Supports RGB with max. resolution 2048 x 1536 (@85Hz)
Dual VGA output support:
RGB & DVI
DVI & DP
RGB & DP"
*To playback the HD-DVD and Blu ray Disc we recommended system configuration above Graphic shared memory 256MB/Dual-Core CPU minimum/Minimum 1GB memory of Dual-channel DDR2 667 or Single -chanel DDR2 800.

Storage    Southbridge
1 xUltraDMA 133/100
6 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports
Support RAID 0,1,10
LAN    PCIe Gigabit LAN

High Definition Audio 8 -Channel CODEC
Supports Jack-detect and Multi-Streaming teconologies
Supports S/PDIF out interface
USB    12 USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel)

Overclocking Features  

 SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
- FSB tuning from 200MHz to 400MHz 1MHz increment
- Adjustable CPU Voltage at 0.025V increment
Overclocking Protection
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
Special Features    ASUS MyLogo 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS AI NET 2
ASUS Q-Fan
Express Gate
* The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product models.

Back Panel I/O Ports    

1 x PS/2 KB
1 x DVI
1 x DP
1 x VGA
1 x RJ45
6 x USB 2.0/1.1
8-channel Audio I/O

Internal I/O Connectors  

 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports
1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x IDE connector
1 x COM connector
6 x SATA connectors
1 x High Definition Front panel audio connector
1 x System Panel connector
1 x CD audio-in connector
1 x S/PDIF output connector
1 x TPM Header
1 x Printer Port
1 x CPU /1 x Chassis Fan connectors/1 x Power Fan Connector
24-pin EATX power connector
4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
BIOS    8 Mb Flash ROM
DMI 2.0
Award BIOS
PnP
WfM 2.0
SM BIOS 2.5
ACPI 2.0
Accessories    User's manual
1 x I/O Shield
1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
1 x Floppy disk drive cable
x SATA cable
1 SATA power cable
x 1
Support CD    Drivers
ASUS PC Probe II
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
ASUS LiveUpdate Utility
Form Factor    uATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.6 inch 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom™ / Athlon™ Support

This motherboard supports AMD AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus.
Native DDR2 1066

This motherboard supports native DDR2 1066. It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth to increase memory data transfer rate and computing efficiency, enhancing system performance in 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications.

*DDR2 1066 is supported by some of the AM2+ CPUs only. Refer to www.asus.com for the supported CPU models.
HyperTransport 3.0 Support

Provides 2.6 times more bandwidth than HT1.0 that radically improves system efficiency for a smoother, faster computing environment
AMD 780V

The AMD 780V Northbridge is the latest AMD chipset designed for both HT1.0 and 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and external graphics in PCI Express™ 2.0 standard.It features the integrated ATI RV610-based graphics and fully DirectX 10.0 comliant.
64-bit CPU support

64-bit computing, the next generation technology to replace the current 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture.
PCIe 2.0 support

This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance.
DVI Interface

DVI (Digital Visual Interface) provides high visual quality of digital display devices such as LCD monitors.The interface of this motherboard supports dual VGA output both DVI and RGB and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray Disc.
Serial ATA 3Gb/s