ASUS M4A78-EM Computer Motherboard
The M4A78-EM Computer Motherboard from ASUS is a computer motherboard that supports AMD AM3 CPUs and up to 16GB of DDR2 memory, up to 1200MHz in speed. The motherboard boasts PCI Express slots, a Gigabit LAN port, integrated audio, USB peripheral ports, and an eSATA port. Integrated drive controllers support up to 2 internal PATA and 5 internal SATA drives.
- Supports AMD Socket AM3 multi-core processors, including Phenom II, Athlon II, and Sempron 100 processors, which feature L3 cache for superior overclocking capabilities, advanced 45nm manufacturing, and reduced power consumption
- Also supports older AMD Phenom X4, Phenom X3, Athlon X2, Athlon, and Sempron processors that use the Socket AM2+ and AM2
- The AMD 780G/SB700 chipset, which is optimized for multi-core CPUs, supports 5200MT/s HyperTransport 3.0 interface speed and PCI Express x16 graphics cards
- Native support for overclocked DDR2 1200MHz memory, which supports a faster data transfer rate and increased bandwidth when compared to slower memory. The motherboard also supports 1066MHz, 800MHz, and 667MHz memory
- ATI CrossFireX technology boosts image quality and rendering speed, and supports anti-aliasing, anisotropic filter, shading, and textures. You'll be able to adjust display configurations, tweak 3D settings, and check effects from the ATI Catalyst Control Center
- Integrated HDMI outputs 1080p HD video to compatible displays, along with digital audio, and features full support for the HDCP copy protection protocol, ensuring your ability to watch full-resolution Blu-ray discs on HDCP-compliant displays
- The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management, detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. It automatically provides appropriate power usage for the CP, VGA card, hard drives, and CPU/chassis fans, helping to save power and money
- AI Nap system allows the computer to run at minimum power and noise while you are temporarily away, waking on a mouse click or key press
- ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. Turbo Key can boost performance without interrupting your ongoing work or games, with a single touch
- Express Gate allows you to boot into a bare-bones operating system in as little as 5 seconds. You'll be able to use popular IM clients, including MSN Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger, check the weather and e-mails, and view photos
- EZ-Flash 2 allows you to update your BIOS from a USB flash disk, eliminating the need to use a floppy disk or OS-based flash utility to bring your system up to date
- CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore a BIOS that has become corrupted via a backup of the BIOS file stored on a USB flash drive, eliminating the need to purchase a new BIOS chip in the event of corruption
- MyLogo2 allows you to personalize your boot-up logo, converting any image into a 256-color graphic suitable for use as a start-up screen
- ASUS Q-Fan technology automatically adjusts CPU fan speeds based on the system load, ensuring quiet and cool operation
- Onboard 8-channel HD audio supports 192kHz/24-bit audio output, a jack-sensing feature, retasking functions, and multi-streaming technology to send different audio streams to different destinations. This allows you to talk to your partners on a headset while playing multi-channel network games
- Supports S/PDIF output via an optical jacks allowing you to output true digital audio to surround sound systems
- ASUS certifies this motherboard as a GreenASUS device, as it complies with the EU's RoHS directive
| Chipset | AMD 780G/SB700 |
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket AM3, AM2+, AM2 |
| Supported | Phenom II, Athlon II, Sempron, Phenom, Athlon |
| Front Side Bus | 5200MT/s (HyperTransport 3.0) for AM3 and AM2+ |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Memory Slots | 4x DIMM |
| Capacity | 16GB |
| Type/Speed |
DDR2 667MHz, 800MHz, 1066MHz, or 1200MHz (O.C.) Supports un-buffered ECC and Non-ECC memory |
| Voltage | 1.8V |
| Configuration | Dual-channel |
| Onboard Devices | |
|---|---|
| PCI Slots |
1x PCI Express x16 1x PCI Express x1 2x PCI |
| Controller Cards |
1x SATA supports (5) 3Gb/s devices in RAID 0, 1, 10, and JBOD 1x PATA supports (2) UltraDMA 100 or 133 devices |
| Graphics | Radeon HD 3200 with 256MB memory |
| Communication | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage |
5x SATA 1x PATA with support for 2 devices |
| External Storage | 1x eSATA |
| Ports |
1x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard 1x S/PDIF (Optical) 1x 8-Channel Audio I/O 6x USB 2.0 |
| Display |
1x DVI 1x VGA 1x HDMI |
| Communication | 1x RJ-45 |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Chassis Compatibility | Micro ATX |
| Dimensions (WxD) | 9.6 x 9.6" (24.4 x 24.4cm) |
Cables
- Price: $8.95
Memory
- Price: $20.00
This is a special order item. Est. arrival at B&H is 7-14 days (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at the time of shipment.
What's in the Box
- I/O Shield
- UltraDMA 133/100/66 Cable
- SATA Cable
- Support CD
- User's Manual
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
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