Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac-
turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and
specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any
particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and
to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the
manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
AMD, Phenom, Athlon, Sempron and Duron are registered trademarks of AMD
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern-
ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur
le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Describes features of the motherboard.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Describes installation of motherboard
components.
Go to page 7
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Provides information on using the BIOS
Setup Utility.
Go to page 27
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
Describes the motherboard software
Go to page 45
Chapter 5
Hybrid Graphics® Technology
Support
Describes the Hybrid Graphics®
Technology
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Introduction............................................................................................1
Features...................................................................................................2
Motherboard Components...................................................................4
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions.................................................................................7
Choosing a Computer Case..................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Case.................................................7
Checking Jumper Settings....................................................................8
Setting Jumpers...............................................................................8
Checking Jumper Settings...............................................................9
Jumper Settings...............................................................................9
Installing Hardware..........................................................................10
Installing the Processor.................................................................10
Installing Memory Modules..........................................................12
Expansion Slots.............................................................................16
Connecting Optional Devices........................................................18
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive..........21
Connecting I/O Devices......................................................................23
Connecting Case Components..........................................................24
Front Panel Header.......................................................................26
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Chapter 3
Using BIOS
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About the Setup Utility....................................................................27
The Standard Configuration..........................................................27
Entering the Setup Utility...............................................................27
Updating the BIOS.........................................................................29
Using BIOS..........................................................................................29
Standard CMOS Setup..................................................................30
Advanced Setup.............................................................................32
Advanced Chipset Setup................................................................34
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Integrated Peripherals..................................................................35
Power Management Setup.............................................................37
PCI/PnP Setup...............................................................................38
PC Health Status...........................................................................39
Frequency/Voltage Control............................................................41
Load Default Settings....................................................................42
Supervisor Password....................................................................42
User Password..............................................................................43
Save & Exit Setup .........................................................................43
Exit Without Saving.......................................................................43
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Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
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About the Software CD-ROM.........................................................45
Auto-installing under Windows XP/Vista.....................................45
Running Setup...............................................................................46
Manual Installation.............................................................................50
Utility Software Reference................................................................50
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Chapter 5
Hybrid Graphics® Technology Support 51
Hybrid Graphics® Technology.........................................................51
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the A780GM-M3 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket for AMD
PhenomTM processor (socket AM2+)/AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core/AthlonTM 64/
SempronTM processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
The motherboard incorporates the AMD RS780 Northbridge (NB) and AMD SB700
Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports the HyperTransportTM 3.0 in-
terface. The memory controller supports DDR2 memory DIMM frequencies of 1066
(AM2+)/800/667/533/400. It supports two DDR2 slots with maximum memory size
of 16 GB*. One PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, is fully
compliant to the PCI Express® Generation 2.0. In addition, one PCI Express x1 slot
is supported.
The SB700 Southbridge supports two PCI slots which are PCI v2.3 compliant. It
integrates USB 2.0 interface. It implements an EHCI compliant interface that pro-
vides 480 Mb/s bandwidth for 8 USB 2.0 ports (4 USB ports and 2 USB 2.0 headers
support additional 4 USB ports). The Southbridge integrates a Serial ATA host con-
troller, supporting six SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each.
There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and
keyboard connectors, COM, one VGA port, one DVI port, four USB ports, one LAN
port and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6/8-ch (optional) line-out.
*Due to the DRAM maximum size (2 GB per dimm) at present, the memory
maximum size we have tested is 4 GB.
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Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses a socket AM2+/AM2 that carries the following features:
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Accommodates AMD PhenomTM processor (socket AM2+)
AMD AthlonTM 64X2 Dual-Core/AthlonTM 64/Sempron™ processors
Supports HyperTransportTM (HT) 3.0 interface speeds
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HyperTransportTM Technology is a point-to-point link between two devices, it
enables integrated circuits to exchange information at much higher speeds than
currently available interconnect technologies.
Chipset
The AMD RS780 Northbridge (NB) and SB700 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based
on an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and perfor-
mance.
RS780 (NB)
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One x4 A-Link Express II interface (PCI Express 1.1
compliant) for connection to an AMD Southbridge
Supports one PCI Express x16 for Graphics Interface,
fully compliant to the PCI Express Generation 2.0 (ver-
sion 2.0)
Proven RadeonTM graphics powering DirectX®10
Enhanced Digital Display integration
Fully ACPI 2.0, OnNow, and IAPC (Instantly Available
PC) power management
Single chip solution in 55nm, 1.1 V CMOS technology
Integrated ATI Hybrid Graphics® (support Hybrid
CrossFireTM), ATI AvivoTM HD1, ATI PowerPlayTM, Low
Power Design, AMD Cool’n’QuietTM 2.0, ATI
SurroundViewTM, AMD OverDrive and AMD RAIDXpertTM
Compliant with PCI v2.3 specification at 33 MHz
Supports six Serial ATA devices which speeds up to 3.0
Gb/s
Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to
twelve USB 2.0 ports
Integrated IDE controller supports Ultra ATA 133/100/66/
33 modes
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SB700 (SB)
Memory
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Supports DDR2 1066 (AM2+)/800/667/533/400 DDR2 SDRAM with Dual-
channel architecture
Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs
Up to 8 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB*
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Onboard LAN (optional)
The onboard LAN controller provides either of the following features:
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Integrated 10/100/1000 Base-T Transceiver
Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps IEEE 802.3 compliant
IEEE 802.3u Auto-Negotiation
Integrated 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Transceiver
Integrated IEEE802.3z compliant
IEEE 802.3u Auto-Negotiation
Introducing the Motherboard