Asus M3A78-CM Desktop Board

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This M3A78-CM features AMD 780V + SB700 chipset with the latest support of Hybrid CrossFireX support- DirectX 10 graphics- and HD video playback with DP/DVI output. This board also comes with the unique ASUS feature - ASUS Express Gate- an optional Linux OS boot-up for instant access to the Internet without entering Windows; and Precision Tweaker 2- a feature to achieve the most precise settings for a brand new O.C. record. Furthermore- M3A78-CM has longer lifespan VRM capacitor-5000 hours VRM solid capacitor. Be part of AMD Business Class Program- M3A78-CM not only offers industry-leading stability- exceptional performance and energy efficiency- but also presents essential security and manageability. Up to 18 months longevity provides a solid- reliable solution to any business platform.

Product Description: ASUS M3A78-CM- motherboard- micro ATX- AMD 780G
Product Type: Motherboard
Form Factor: Micro ATX
Dimensions (WxDxH): 9.6 in x 9.6 in
Chipset Type: AMD 780G / AMD SB700
Multi-Core Support: Dual-Core / Quad-core
Max Bus Speed: 2600 MHz
Processor: 0 ( 1 )- Socket AM2+
Compatibility: AMD LIVE! Ready
Compatible Processors: Athlon 64- Sempron- Athlon 64 X2- Athlon X2- Phenom X4- Phenom FX- Phenom X3
64-bit Processors Compatibility: Yes
RAM: 0 MB (installed) / 8 GB (max)
Supported RAM Technology: DDR2 SDRAM
Storage Controller: ATA-133- Serial ATA-300 (RAID)
USB Ports Configuration: 12 x USB
Storage Ports Configuration: 1 x ATA- 6 x SATA
Graphics Controller:- shared video memory (UMA)
Audio Output: Sound card- 7.1 channel surround
Networking: Network adapter- Ethernet- Fast Ethernet- Gigabit Ethernet
Manufacturer Warranty: 3 years warranty

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Excellent motherboard full of options.

"This board is excellent if your thinking on buying this your on the right track. I just bought this MOBO for a home theather and gaming pc. I have a ati 4850, but the onboard graphics won't dissapoint you. They Can run Fallout 3 on medium resolution and others recent releases like demigod, Sacred 2, dead Space in decent resolutions. The Bios is super easy to configurate if your thinkin about overclocking. Its ea..." Read Full Review »

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"BE CAREFUL, im assuming this is the same as the m3a78-t model which i previously had to replace, updated to the 0903 bios and it junked my motherboard, all HDD features would not work, stay away if your a smart individual..." Read Full Review »

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"This board is nice looking and now that I FINALLY have it up and running, the features are nice, video looks great. One problem I had was with the layout of the board. The IDE is on the side which made it difficult to manuever. I had to rearrange my hard drive and DVD/RW to make the cable reach and …" Read Full Review »

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"Purchased a AMD Barebones and the Biostar motherbord that came with it arrived DOA. Decided to to get somethig better and exchange the motherboard for another one. After the exhnage credit, I paid 26.00 dollars more for the ASUS. Well worth it. I do not have to buy an additional video card to watch …" Read Full Review »

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"Most people may not really push their MB for what they are capable. I do. I picked this board for it's size and power. I USE ALL 6 SATA AND 1 IDE CONNECTORS!!! I'm a field tech and use pullout out bays for IDE and SATA to recover, scan and fix bad/evil drives. Inside I use 2 1TB SATA's are for d …" Read Full Review »

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"I bought this motherboard about four months ago to replace one that I had originally purchased and did not work on arrival. To say I am happy with this board is understating. This board is surprisingly well built and have a lot of excellent features. Especially the Express Gate. Not to mention it ha …" Read Full Review »

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