This is a GA-MA78GM-S2H AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX, AMD PhenomTM, AMD AthlonTM 64 FX, AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor and AMD SempronTM processor.
The Gigabyte GA-MA78GM-S2H motherboard manual provides step‑by‑step hardware installation instructions, BIOS configuration guidance, and driver installation procedures. It also details the board’s layout, connectors, and safety precautions for handling the components.
Additional sections cover unique Gigabyte features such as Xpress Recovery, BIOS update utilities, and audio/video configuration. An appendix supplies SATA, audio, and storage configuration details, as well as contact information for global technical support.
| CPU Support | Socket AM2+/AM2 processors: AMD Phenom FX, Phenom, Athlon 64 FX, Athlon 64 X2, Athlon 64, Sempron |
|---|---|
| Chipset | North Bridge AMD 780G, South Bridge AMD SB700 |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC889A, supports 2/4/5.1/7.1‑channel, DTS, S/PDIF In/Out |
| LAN | Realtek 8111C 10/100/1000 Mbit Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | 1 × PCI‑Express x16 (PCI‑Express 2.0), 1 × PCI‑Express x1, 2 × PCI |
| SATA Ports | 5 × SATA 3 Gb/s connectors + 1 × eSATA 3 Gb/s port |
| USB Ports | Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 rear, 8 via internal headers) |
The board provides up to twelve USB 2.0/1.1 ports, with four on the rear panel and eight available via internal headers.
It uses the Realtek ALC889A codec, supporting high‑definition 2/4/5.1/7.1‑channel audio, DTS, and S/PDIF I/O.