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ASUS M3A78 Pro Socket AM2+ ATX Motherboard, AMD 780G Chipset, Supports AMD AM2+/AM2 CPU, Hybrid CrossFireX, HDMI, Dual DDR2 1066



Part Number: MB-M3A78-Pro
Regular price:$105.99On Sale: $89.99
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ASUS M3A78 Pro Socket AM2+ ATX Motherboard, AMD 780G Chipset, Supports AMD Phenom Quad-Core Processor, Hybrid CrossFireX, HDMI, Dual DDR2 1066, w/ Radeon HD3200, Gigabit LAN and 8ch HD Audio

AMD 780G Chipset is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport 3.0 (HT3.0) interface speed and PCI Express 2.0 x 16 graphics. It is optimized with AMD's latest AM2+ and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities.

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.

Features:
  • Support latest AMD Phenom Quad-Core Processor
  • Dual-Channel DDR2 -1066/800/667
  • Instant Internet Access with ASUS Express Gate
  • AMD Hybrid CrossFireX and DX10 Support
  • User Friendly Q-Shield Desig
  • 4+1 Phase Power Design
  • HDMI Support
  • ASUS Express Gate


Specifications:
  • CPU:
    - AMD Socket AM2+ / AM2 Processors
    - AMD Phenom FX / Phenom / Athlon / Sempron
    - AMD Cool'n'Quiet Technology
    - Support CPU up to 140W
  • Chipset: AMD 780G/SB700
  • 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
  • Expansion Slots:
    - 1 x PCIe x16 (Support PCIe 2.0 / 1.0 Architecture )
    - 2 x PCIe x1
    - 3 x PCI 2.2
  • CrossFire: Hybrid CrossFireX Support (For Windows Vista only)
  • VGA:
    - Integrated ATI Radeon HD 3200 GPU
    - Supports HDMI Technology with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 (1080P)
    - Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 1600x1200 @60Hz
    - Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2560x1440 @ 75Hz
    - Hybrid CrossFireX Support (For Windows Vista only)
    - HDMI/DVI/RGB Support
    - Supports Microsoft DirectX 10, OpenGL 2.0, Pixel Shader 4.0
    - Maximum shared memory of 256MB
  • Storage: Southbridge
    - 1 xUltraDMA 133/100
    - 6 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports
    - Support RAID 0,1,10
  • LAN: Gigabit LAN
  • Audio: Realtek ALC1200 8 -Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
    - Coaxial S/PDIF out port at back I/O
    - DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC
  • USB: 12 USB 2.0 ports
  • ASUS Unique Features:
    - ASUS Express Gate (*File downloading and uploading through USB devices only)
    - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
    - ASUS Crystal Sound
    - ASUS EZ DIY
  • Overclocking Features:
    - Intelligent overclocking tools
    - Precision Tweaker
    - SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
    - Overclocking Protection
  • Special Features:
    - ASUS MyLogo 2
    - Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors!
  • Back Panel I/O Ports:
    - 1 x D-Sub
    - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard
    - 1 x HDMI
    - 1 x PS/2 Mouse
    - 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial)
    - 1 x LAN(RJ45) port
    - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1
    - 8 -Channel Audio I/O
  • Internal I/O Connectors:
    - 4 x USB connectors supports additional 8 USB 2.0 ports
    - 1 x Floppy disk drive connector
    - 1 x IDE connector
    - 6 x SATA connectors
    - 1 x CPU Fan connector
    - 1 x Chassis Fan connector
    - 1 x Power Fan connector
    - 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
    - 1 x S/PDIF Out connector
    - 24-pin ATX Power connector
    - Front panel audio connector
    - COM connector
    - Chassis Intrusion connector
    - CD/AUX audio in
    - System Panel
  • Accessories:
    - UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
    - FDD cable
    - SATA cables
    - SATA power cables
    - Q-Shield
    - 1 x HDMI to DVI Convertor
    - User's manual
    - 2 in 1 Q-connector
  • Form Factor:
    - ATX Form Factor
    - 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )


References: | ASUS Company Website | CPU Compatibility List | Green Power |

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Limited Warranty: One-year from invoice date with Directron.com for equal replacement/repair. 3-year from invoice date with manufacturer. 30-day money back from receiving date with 15% restocking fee for non-defective returns. No refund or credit after 7 days. Customer is responsible for returning manufacturer defective products unless testing is paid before shipping. (dxy093008)

Notes: (1) How to install? Click here. (2) All retail boxed motherboards are opened for receiving purposes. (3) We highly recommend testing (4) Due to AMD CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU for one DIMM per channel only. (5) Please refer to www.asus.com or user manual for Memory QVL(Quality Vender List). (6) 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.

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