ASUS M4A78-HTPC, for home theater
ASUS introduced a new series of M4A78-HTPC Motherboard, designed specifically for use in computer HTPC system. New items are equipped with a set of AMD 780G chipset system logic with integrated support for HDMI and DVI. Capacity built graphics enough to play Full HD quality 1080p video on a large screen size. It has supported by Hybrid CrossFireX. In addition, the Boards are equipped with SB700 south bridge and support the work with AMD processors for socket AM2+ / AM2, and Phenom II chip for socket AM3.
M4A78-HTPC Motherboards series are equipped with slots for memory modules with support for dual memory DDR2 1066 up to 16 GB as well as the PATA controller with the ability to connect the two devices. There are 5 SATA ports with support for RAID-mode, one eSATA port, and expansion slots PCI-Express. In addition, the new series of M4A78-HTPC motherboards is the first time equipped with a proprietary technology, ASUS Absolute Pitch Hi-Fi, which includes independent power connector, designed specifically for audio components. This solution allows reducing the interference effect and combined with the function of DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC and gold-plated stereo RCA enables users to enjoy a clean 7.1-channel sound.
A new series of motherboards consists of two models; M4A78-HTPC/RC and M4A78-HTPC. The first one comes with a remote control, the second is without it.
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ASUS Unveils New Motherboard Catering Specifically to HTPC Users
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