M3N78 PRO

    Product Image

    - AMD AM2+/AM2 Platform
    - Dual-Channel DDR2 -1066/800/667/533
    - NVIDIA Hybrid SLI and DX10 support
    - ASUS Express Gate
    - ASUS Q-Shield
    - Support 45nm Phenom™ II CPU

      Product Image

      CPU, Chipset and Graphics Features

      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.

      HDMI/DVI/RGB Support

      Flexible Graphics Alternatives
      With bundled HDMI to DVI conversion adapter, this motherboard can support both DVI and HDMI output. DVI (Digital Visual Interface) provides high quality visuals for digital display devices like LCD monitors. The interface of this motherboard supports digital HDMI/DVI and analog D-Sub standards.

      Hybrid SLI Support

      GeForce® Boost—Boosted Performance with Onboard GPU and Discrete Graphics Card
      HybridPower™—Intelligent Graphics Power-Savings and Quiet Operations
      Hybrid SLI™ technology is a unique hybrid multi-GPU technology. It includes two primary features: GeForce Boost and HybridPower™. GeForce Boost turbo-charges performance of discrete graphics cards when combined with the motherboard GPUs. HybridPower™ unleashes graphics performance for demanding 3D applications and enables low-power operation for everyday computing needs. * GeForce®(R) Boost and HybridPower™ are on select GeForce®(R) GPUs. Visit www.nvidia.com/hybridsli for more information.

      AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™/Sempron™ CPU Support

      This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™/Sempron™ processors. It features 2000/1600 MT/s HyperTransport™-based system bus, dual-channel un-buffered DDR2 800 memory support, and AMD® Cool ´n´ Quiet™ Technology.

      NVIDIA GeForce® 8300

      NVIDIA® GeForce 8300 offers the latest support of Hybrid SLI Technology, DirectX® 10 graphics features, HD video playback with HDMI/DVI output. It also supports HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface, PCI Express™ 2.0 bus architecture, Serial ATA 3 Gb/s devices and is optimized with AMD’s latest AM2+ and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance.

      PCIe 2.0 support

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

      HDMI Support

      Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment
      High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience.


      Special Features

      4+1 Phase Power Design

      Longer Life & Higher Efficiency!
      Unleashes ultimate memory performances with independent power to core components, while providing fast transient response and stability for the CPU under heavy loading or overclocking modes.

      AI Nap

      With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key.

      AI Gear 2

      AI Gear 2 allows you to choose from profiles to adjust CPU frequency and vCore voltage, minimizing system noise and saving CPU power consumption at most. You can real-time change the mode under operating system to suit your needs.

      ASUS Q-Fan 2

      Adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading
      ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.

      Ease of Use

      Express Gate™

      0 to Internet in Seconds!
      Express Gate™ is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering Windows®.


      EZ-Flash 2

      Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS
      EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.

      Q-Shield

      Easy and Comfortable Installations
      The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).


      Q-Connector

      Make Connection Quick and Accurate!
      The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate.


      Extreme Performance

      Noise Filter

      Eliminate background noise while recording
      This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.

      Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors!

      This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.

      Other Features

      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.


      Model Number : N50 >
      • CPU
        AMD Socket AM2+ / AM2 Phenom™ FX/Phenom™/Athlon™ /Sempron™ Processors
        AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology
        AMD Live!™ Ready
        Support CPU up to 140W
        Support 45nm Phenom™ II CPU
      • Chipset
        NVIDIA GeForce 8300
      • System Bus
        Up to 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface for AM2+ CPU
        2000/1600 MT/s for AM2 CPU
      • Memory
        4 x DIMM, Max. 8 GB, DDR2 1066/800/667 ECC,Non-ECC,Un-buffered Memory
        Dual Channel memory architecture
        *Due to AMD CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU for one DIMM per channel only.
        **Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for Memory QVL (Qualify Vendor List)
        ***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 (Support PCIe 2.0 / 1.0 Architecture )
        2 x PCIe x1
        3 x PCI 2.2
      • VGA
        Integrated NVIDIA GeForce® 8 Series GPU
        Hybrid SLI™ Support (supports Windows Vista only)
        Supports HDMI™ Technology with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200
        Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 1920 × 1200 @ 60 Hz
        Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920 × 1440 @ 75 Hz
        HDMI/DVI/RGB Support
        Supports Microsoft® DirectX 10, OpenGL 2.0, Pixel Shader 4.0
        Support PCIe 2.0 / 1.0 Architecture
        Maximum shared memory of 512MB
      • Storage
        NVIDIA® GeForce 8300
        1 xUltraDMA 133/100/66/33
        6 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports (Use SATA1-4 for IDE mode.)
        NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID Support RAID 0,1,0+1,5,JBOD

      • LAN
        NVIDIA Gigabit MAC
        Realtek® 8211CL Gigabit PHY featuring AI NET2
      • Audio
        Realtek® ALC1200 8 -Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
        Coaxial S/PDIF out ports at back I/O
        Support Jack Detection and Multi-streaming
      • IEEE 1394
        LSI® FW322 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports
      • USB
        12 USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel)
      • ASUS Unique Features
        ASUS Express Gate
        - Web browser, file downloading and uploading*
        - Further free features upgradable
        * File downloading and uploading through USB devices only
        ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
        - ASUS AI Gear 2
        - ASUS AI Nap
        - ASUS Q-Fan 2
        - 4+1 Phases ASUS Power Design
        ASUS Crystal Sound
        - ASUS Noise Filter
        ASUS EZ DIY
        - ASUS Q-Connector
        - ASUS Q-Shield
        - ASUS EZ Flash 2
      • Overclocking Features
        Intelligent overclocking tools
        - AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner)
        - ASUS AI Booster Utility
        Precision Tweaker
        - vDIMM: 8 -step DRAM voltage control
        - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.0125V increment
        - vChipset 4-step Chipset voltage control
        SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
        - FSB tuning from 200MHz to 600MHz at 1MHz increment
        - Memory tuning from 533MHz up to 1066MHz
        - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 200MHz at 1MHz increment
        Overclocking Protection
        - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
      • Special Features
        ASUS MyLogo 2
        Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors!
      • Back Panel I/O Ports
        1 x PS/2 Keyboard
        1 x S/PDIF Out
        1 x IEEE 1394a
        1 x LAN(RJ45) port
        6 x USB 2.0/1.1
        8 -Channel Audio I/O
        1 x HDMI
      • Internal I/O Connectors
        3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports
        1 x Floppy disk drive connector
        1 x IDE connector
        1 x COM connector
        1 x VGA connector
        6 x SATA connectors
        1 x CPU Fan connector
        1 x Chassis Fan connector
        1 x Power Fan connector
        Front panel audio connector
        1 x S/PDIF Out Header
        1 x IEEE1394a connector
        Chassis Intrusion connector
        CD audio in
        24-pin ATX Power connector
        4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
        System Panel
      • BIOS
        8 Mb Flash ROM
        DMI 2.0
        PnP
        WfM 2.0
        SM BIOS 2.5
        Award BIOS
        ACPI 2.0
        ASUS EZ Flash 2
      • O/S Compatibility
        Windows Vista
        Windows XP
      • Accessories
        UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
        FDD cable
        SATA cables
        SATA power cables
        D-Sub module
        HDMI to DVI connector
        Q-Shield
        User's manual
        3 in 1 Q-connector
      • Support Disc
        Drivers
        Express Gate Lite
        ASUS PC Probe II
        ASUS Update
        ASUS AI Suite
        Anti-virus software (OEM version)
      • Form Factor
        ATX Form Factor
        12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )