2 innovative asus features, Innovative asus features -3 – Asus M4A78-VM User Manual
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HDMI Support
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 a single cable. Support HDCP
copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you
with the highest-quality home theater experience.
Gigabit LAN solution
The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is
enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power
management for advanced operating systems.
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology
The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based
on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. The onboard SB700
southbridge allows RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations for
Serial ATA drives.
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Innovative ASUS features
ASUS EPU
The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system
power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently
moderating power in real-time. It automatically provides the most
appropriate power usage to save power and money!
Turbo Key
ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into
an overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts
performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through
pressing the button.
ASUS Express Gate
Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS, and lets you access the Internet
and key applications before entering Windows
®
OS.
• ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives
and downloading to USB drives only.
• The actural boot time is subject to hardware configuration and product models.
• For SSD version, Express Gate is built into the motherboard, so you can access the
Internet without entering Windows
®
or hard devices.
Chapter 1: Product introduction
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