M3N78 SE

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    • AMD AM2+/AM2 Platform
    • NVIDIA nForce 720D/GeForce 8200 Chipset
    • Dual channel DDR2 1066/800/667/533
    • HyperTransport 3.0 and PCIe 2.0 Ready
    • 6-channel High Definition Audio
    • EZ Flash2 & Crashfree BIOS3
    • Support 45nm Phenom™ II CPU
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      AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom™ / Athlon™ / Sempron™ 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.

      AMD Socket AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64/ Sempron Support
      This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2 single-core Athlon™ 64 / Sempron™ and dual-core Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ 64 FX processors with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache based on 64-bit architecture. It features 2000 / 1600 MT/s HyperTransport™-based system bus, dual-channel un-buffered DDR2 800 memory support, and AMD® Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology.

      HyperTransport 3.0 Support
      HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth than HyperTransport™ 1.0, radically improving system efficiency to create a smoother, faster computing environment.

      Dual channel DDR2 1066 Support
      DDR2 1066 memory provides great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications on next generation memory technology.

      AMD Cool ´n´ Quiet! Technology
      M3N78 SE supports AMD Cool ´n´ Quiet! Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a cool and quiet environment.

      NVIDIA® nForce720D/GeForce 8200
      NVIDIA nForce 720D/GeForce 8200 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.

      Serial ATA 3Gb/s
      This motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification.Allows RAID 0, RAID 1,RAID 0+1,RAID 5 and JBOD configurations for six SATA connectors.

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

      EZ Flash2
      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.

      ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
      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 Q-Fan
      ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.

      AI NET2
      Diagnose LAN connection before entering OS!
      AI NET2 remotely detects cable connection the second you turn on the system, and any faulty connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy.

      MyLogo2
      Personalize your system with customizable boot logo
      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 125W
        Support 45nm Phenom™ II CPU
      • Chipset
        NVIDIA nForce 720D (MCP78D)/ GeForce 8200(MCP78S)
      • System Bus
        Up to 5200 MT/s ; HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface for AM2+ CPU
        2000 / 1600 MT/s for AM2 CPU
      • Memory
        2 x DIMM, Max. 8 GB, DDR2 1066*/800/667/533 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 for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)
      • Expansion Slots
        1 x PCIe x16
        2 x PCIe x1
        3 x PCI
      • Storage
        Chipset
        1 xUltraDMA 133/100
        4 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports Support RAID 0,1,0+1,5
      • LAN
        NVIDIA nForce built-in Gigabit MAC with external Realtek8211CL-GR PHY
      • Audio
        ALC662 High Definition Audio 6 -Channel CODEC
        - Supports Jack-detect and Multistreaming teconologies
        - Supports S/PDIF out interface
      • USB
        12 USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel)
      • ASUS Unique Features
        ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
        - ASUS Q-Fan

        ASUS EZ DIY
        - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
        - ASUS EZ Flash 2
        - ASUS MyLogo 2
        - ASUS AI NET 2
      • Overclocking Features
        SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
        - HT tuning from 200MHz up to 550MHz at 1MHz increment
        - Adjustable CPU Voltage at 0.05V increment
        - Memory tuning from 533MHz up to 1066MHz
        - PCIe frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment
        Overclocking Protection:
        - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
      • Back Panel I/O Ports
        1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port
        1 x RJ45 port
        1x LPT
        1x COM
        6 x USB 2.0/1.1
        6-Channel Audio I/O
      • Internal I/O Connectors
        3 x USB connector (6 ports)
        1 x Floppy disk drive connector
        4 x SATA connectors
        1 x CPU Fan connector
        1 x Front panel audio connector
        1 x S/PDIF Out connector
        1 x CD audio in connector
        1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector
        1 x 4-pin ATX +12V Power connector
        1 x System Panel connector
      • BIOS
        8 Mb Flash ROM
        AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2
      • Accessories
        1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
        1 x SATA cable
        1 x SATA power cable
        1 x I/O Shield
        User's manual
      • Support Disc
        Drivers
        ASUS PC Probe II
        ASUS Update
        Anti-virus software (OEM version)
      • Form Factor
        ATX Form Factor
        12 inch x 8.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm )