Abit FATAL1TY-AN8-SLI User Manual
Socket 939 System Board
User’s Manual
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Rev. 1.01
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction .......................................................................... 1-1
1-1. Fatal1ty.....................................................................................................1-1
1-2. Features & Specifications ........................................................................1-3
1-3. Layout Diagram .......................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup.................................................................... 2-1
2-1. Install The Motherboard...........................................................................2-1
2-2. Install CPU, Heatsink and Fan Assembly................................................2-2
2-3. Install System Memory ............................................................................2-4
2-4. Install two Graphics Cards with NVIDIA SLI Technology ....................2-6
2-5. Connectors, Headers and Switches ..........................................................2-9
(1). ATX Power Input Connectors........................................................2-9
(2). FAN Power Connectors ...............................................................2-10
(3). CMOS Memory Clearing Header ................................................ 2-11
(4). Front Panel Switches & Indicators Headers ................................2-12
(5). Additional USB Port Headers......................................................2-13
(6). Additional IEEE1394 Port Headers .............................................2-13
(7). Wake-up Header...........................................................................2-14
(8). GURU Panel Connection Header ................................................2-15
(9). Floppy and IDE Disk Drive Connectors......................................2-16
(10). Serial ATA Connectors.................................................................2-17
(11). Status Indicators ...........................................................................2-18
(12). POST Code Display .....................................................................2-19
(13). PCI Express x1 Slots....................................................................2-20
(14). PCI Express x16 Slot ...................................................................2-21
(15). SLI Switchboard Slot...................................................................2-22
(16). AUDIOMAX Slot........................................................................2-23
(17). Front Panel Audio Connection Header ........................................2-29
(18). Internal Audio Connectors ...........................................................2-30
(19). Back Panel Connectors ................................................................2-31
Chapter 3. BIOS Setup............................................................................ 3-1
3-1. µGuru™ Utility .........................................................................................3-2
3-2. Standard CMOS Features.......................................................................3-10
3-3. Advanced BIOS Features....................................................................... 3-13
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3-4. Advanced Chipset Features....................................................................3-15
3-5. Integrated Peripherals ............................................................................3-18
3-6. Power Management Setup .....................................................................3-23
3-7. PnP/PCI Configurations.........................................................................3-25
3-8. Load Fail-Safe Defaults .........................................................................3-27
3-9. Load Optimized Defaults .......................................................................3-27
3-10. Set Password ..........................................................................................3-27
3-11. Save & Exit Setup..................................................................................3-27
3-12. Exit Without Saving...............................................................................3-27
Appendix A. Install nVidia nForce Chipset Driver .............................................A-1
Appendix B. Install Realtek Audio Driver............................................................B-1
Appendix C. Install USB 2.0 Driver ..................................................................... C-1
Appendix D. Install AMD64 Processor Driver.....................................................D-1
Appendix E. Install ABIT µGuru Utility.............................................................. E-1
Appendix F. AN8 NVRaid Floppy Disk ............................................................... F-1
Appendix G. POST Code Definition ..................................................................... G-1
Appendix H. Troubleshooting (Need Assistance?)...............................................H-1
Appendix I. How to Get Technical Support ......................................................... I-1
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Introduction 1-1
Chapter 1. Introduction
1-1. Fatal1ty
FATAL1TY STORY
Who knew that at age 19, I would be a
World Champion PC gamer. When I was
13, I actually played competitive billiards in
professional tournaments and won four or
five games off guys who played at the
highest level. I actually thought of making
a career of it, but at that young age
situations change rapidly. Because I’ve
been blessed with great hand-eye
coordination and a grasp of mathematics (an
important element in video gaming) I
gravitated to that activity.
GOING PRO
I started professional gaming in 1999 when I entered the CPL (Cyberathlete Professional
League) tournament in Dallas and won $4,000 for coming in third place. Emerging as one
of the top players in the United States, a company interested in sponsoring me flew me to
Sweden to compete against the top 12 players in the world. I won 18 straight games, lost
none, and took first place, becoming the number one ranked Quake III player in the world in
the process. Two months later I followed that success by traveling to Dallas and defending
my title as the world’s best Quake III player, winning the $40,000 grand prize. My earned
frags allowed at this tournament were 2.5. From there I entered competitions all over the
world, including Singapore, Korea, Germany, Australia, Holland and Brazil in addition to Los
Angeles, New York and St. Louis.
WINNING STREAK
I was excited to showcase my true gaming skills when defending my title as CPL Champion
of the year at the CPL Winter 2001 because I would be competing in a totally different first
person shooter (fps) game, Alien vs. Predator II. I won that competition and walked away
with a new car. The next year I won the same title playing Unreal Tournament 2003,
becoming the only three-time CPL champion. And I did it playing a different game each
year, something no one else has ever done and a feat of which I am extremely proud.
At QuakeCon 2002, I faced off against my rival ZeRo4 in one of the most highly anticipated
matches of the year, winning in a 14 to (-1) killer victory. Competing at Quakecon 2004, I
became the World’s 1
matches and earning $25,000 for the victory.
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Doom3 Champion by defeating Daler in a series of very challenging
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LIVIN’ LARGE
Since my first big tournament wins, I have been a “Professional Cyberathlete”, traveling the
world and livin’ large with lots of International media coverage on outlets such as MTV,
ESPN and G4TV to name only a few. It's unreal - it's crazy. I’m living a dream by playing
video games for a living. I’ve always been athletic and took sports like hockey and football
very seriously, working out and training hard. This discipline helps me become a better
gamer and my drive to be the best has opened the doors necessary to become a professional.
A DREAM
Now, another dream is being realized – building the ultimate gaming computer, made up of
the best parts under my own brand. Quality hardware makes a huge difference in
competitions…a couple more frames per second and everything gets really nice. It's all
about getting the computer processing faster and allowing more fluid movement around the
maps.
My vision for Fatal1ty hardware is to allow gamers to focus on the game without worrying
about their equipment, something I’ve preached since I began competing. I don’t want to
worry about my equipment. I want it to be there – over and done with - so I can focus on the
game. I want it to be the fastest and most stable computer equipment on the face of the
planet, so quality is what Fatal1ty brand products will represent.
FATAL1TY BRAIN TRUST
This is just the beginning. We’re already in development for several new products, including
high-level Fatal1ty – PWX systems for next year, and I’m really grateful to all my Fatal1ty
Brain Trust partners for helping make my dreams a reality.
I know there is a business side to all of this, but for me the true reward is making products
that are so good I can win with them – and making them available to fellow gamers.
Gaming is my life, and many fellow gamers around the world are also some of my best
friends, so giving back to the gaming community is really important to me.
Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel
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1-2. Features & Specifications
1. CPU
• Supports AMD Athlon 64/64FX 939-pin K8 CPU with 2GHz system bus using Hyper
Transport Technology
• Supports AMD CPU Cool ‘n’ Quiet Technology
2. Chipset
• NVIDIA nForce4 SLI single chip
• Integrated NVIDIA Gigabit Ethernet and NVIDIA Firewall
3. NVIDIA SLI Technology
• Two PCI-Express X16 slots support NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface
• Increase bandwidth of the PCI Express
4. Memory
• Four 184-pin DIMM sockets
• Supports 4 DIMM Dual DDR 400/333/266 non-ECC un-buffered memory
• Supports maximum memory capacity up to 4GB
5. ABIT Engineered
• ABIT uGuru! 2003 Technology
• ABIT OTES
• ABIT AudioMAX! Technology
• ABIT CPU ThermalGuard! Technology
!
Technology
™
bus providing 60x the bandwidth of PCI
6. NV SATA RAID
• Supports SATA 3Gbps data transfer rate
• Supports SATA RAID 0/1/0+1
7. NV GbE LAN
• NVIDIA Gigabit Ethernet Controller
• NVIDIA Secure Networking Engine
8. NV Firewall
• Native NVIDIA Firewall
9. IEEE 1394
• Supports IEEE 1394 at 100/200/400 Mb/s transfer rate
10. Audio
• High quality 7.1-channel Audio Card
• Optical S/P DIF In/Out
• Supports auto jack sensing
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11. Internal I/O Connectors
• 2x PCI-E X16 slot
• 2x PCI-E X1 slots
• 2x PCI slots
• 1x Audio daughter card port
• 1x Floppy port supports up to 2.88MB
• 2x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 IDE connectors
• 4x SATA 3G connectors
• 3x USB headers
• 1x IEEE 1394 header
12. Back Panel I/O
• 1x IEEE 1394 Connector
• 1x PS/2 keyboard, 1x PS/2 mouse
• 4x USB, 1x RJ-45 LAN Connector
• 1x Dual OTES
13. Miscellaneous
• ATX form factor: 305 x 245 mm
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1-3. Layout Diagram
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Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
Before the Installation: Turn off the power supply switch (fully turn off the +5V standby power), or
disconnect the power cord before installing or unplugging any connectors or add-on cards. Failing to do
so may cause the motherboard components or add-on cards to malfunction or be damaged.
2-1. Install The Motherboard
Most computer chassis have a base with many mounting holes to allow a motherboard to be securely
attached and at the same time, prevent short circuits. There are two ways to attach the motherboard to the
chassis base:
1. use with studs
2. use with spacers
In principle, the best way to attach the board is
with studs. Only if you are unable to do this
should you attach the board with spacers. Line up
the holes on the board with the mounting holes on
the chassis. If the holes line up and there are
screw holes, you can attach the board with studs.
If the holes line up and there are only slots, you
can only attach with spacers. Take the tip of the
spacers and insert them into the slots. After doing
this to all the slots, you can slide the board into
position aligned with slots. After the board has been positioned, check to make sure everything is OK
before putting the chassis back on.
ATTENTION: To prevent shorting the PCB circuit, please REMOVE the metal studs or spacers if they
are already fastened on the chassis base and are without mounting-holes on the motherboard to align with.
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2-2. Install CPU, Heatsink and Fan Assembly
Please pay attention to the following notices
before installing the CPU and heatsink/fan
assembly.
1. Always use the processor with the
Heatsink and Fan Assembly installed.
2. Do not touch the pins on the processor.
3. If you ever need to reinstall the Heatsink
and fan Assembly, please clean the
heatsink surface and apply new thermal
interface material first.
3. Lower the locking lever to the fully locked
position.
1. Pull out the socket locking lever slightly,
then lift it up.
2. Align the corner with triangle mark of the
processor with the marking on the motherboard,
and then place the processor vertical down into
the socket.
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4. Apply thermal interface material.
5. Place the heatsink and fan assembly onto
the retention frame. Match the heatsink clip
with the socket mounting lug. Hook the spring
clip to the mounting lug.
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6. On the other side, push the retention clip
straight down to lock into the plastic lug on the
retention frame.
7. Turn the cam lever to lock into the retention
frame.
8. Attach the four-pin power plug from the
heatsink and fan assembly to the CPU FAN
connector.
For detailed information on how to install your
heatsink and fan assembly, please refer to the
instruction manual that came packed with the
heatsink and fan assembly you bought.
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2-3. Install System Memory
This motherboard provides four 184-pin DDR DIMM slots for Single/Dual Channel DDR 400/333/266
memory modules with memory expansion size up to 4GB.
Table 2-1. Valid Memory Configurations
Bank Memory Module Total Memory
Bank 0, 1 (DIMM1) 128, 256, 512MB, 1GB 128MB ~ 1GB
Bank 2, 3 (DIMM2) 128, 256, 512MB, 1GB 128MB ~ 1GB
Bank 4, 5 (DIMM3) 128, 256, 512MB, 1GB 128MB ~ 1GB
Bank 6, 7 (DIMM4) 128, 256, 512MB, 1GB 128MB ~ 1GB
Total System Memory 128MB ~ 4GB
Table 2-2. Unbuffered DIMM Support For AMD 939-pin Processor
Data Bus DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4
Single rank N/A Empty N/A DDR400
Double rank N/A Empty N/A DDR400
Empty N/A Single rank N/A DDR400
64-bits
(Single
Channel)
128-bits
(Dual
Channel)
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Empty N/A Double rank N/A DDR400
Single rank N/A Single rank N/A DDR400
Single rank N/A Double rank N/A DDR400
Double rank N/A Single rank N/A DDR400
Double rank N/A Double rank N/A DDR333
Single rank Single rank Empty Empty DDR400
Double rank Double rank Empty Empty DDR400
Empty Empty Single rank Single rank DDR400
Empty Empty Double rank Double rank DDR400
Single rank Single rank Single rank Single rank DDR400
Single rank Single rank Double rank Double rank DDR400
Double rank Double rank Single rank Single rank DDR400
Double rank Double rank Double rank Double rank DDR333
Maximum
DRAM Speed
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To reach the performance of Dual Channel DDR, the following rules must be obeyed:
• When installing TWO DIMM modules: Install DIMM modules of the same type and size for
slots [DIMM1]+[DIMM2] or slots [DIMM3]+[DIMM4].
• When installing FOUR DIMM modules: Install DIMM modules of the same type and size for
slots [DIMM1]+[DIMM2], and slots [DIMM3]+[DIMM4].
NOTE: Usually there is no hardware or BIOS setup requires after adding or removing memory modules,
but you will have to clear the CMOS memory first if any memory module related problem occurs.
Power off the computer and unplug the AC power cord before installing or removing memory modules.
1. Locate the DIMM slot on the board.
2. Hold two edges of the DIMM module
carefully, keep away of touching its
connectors.
3. Align the notch key on the module with the
rib on the slot.
4. Firmly press the module into the slots until
the ejector tabs at both sides of the slot
automatically snaps into the mounting notch.
Do not force the DIMM module in with extra
force as the DIMM module only fit in one direction.
5. To remove the DIMM modules, push the two ejector tabs on the slot outward simultaneously, and
then pull out the DIMM module.
ATTENTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or optional
boards. Before starting these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a
grounded metal object briefly.
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2-4. Install two Graphics Cards with NVIDIA SLI Technology
This motherboard supports the NVIDIA SLI (Scalable-Link-Interface) technology, allowing the operation
of two identical (the same model from the same manufacturer) PCI Express x16 graphics cards.
NOTE: The NVIDIA SLI technology currently supports the Windows XP operating system only.
Normal Mode: Leave the SLI Switch to its
default Normal mode and insert the graphics
card into PCIEXP1 slot. The PCIEXP2 slot
functions as a PCIE x1 slot under this mode.
SLI Mode: Switch the SLI Switch to SLI
Mode and insert the SLI-ready graphics
cards into PCIEXP1 and PCIEXP2 slots.
NOTE: When PCIEXP2 slot functions as a PCIE x1 slot under Normal mode, insert the PCIE x1 card
into the marked area of PCIEXP2 slot.
This motherboard is factory pre-installed with an ABIT SLI switchboard. By the default “Normal” mode,
this motherboard is set for one single graphics card operation. To operate two graphics cards on this
motherboard, you will have to set the switchboard to “SLI” mode in advance.
• Prepare two identical NVIDIA certified, SLI-ready PCI Express x16 graphics cards.
• Make sure the graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest
driver form NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com).
• Make sure your power supply unit is sufficient to provide the minimum power required.
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Please follow the instructions below to set the
system to SLI mode and install your graphics
cards.
NOTE: Please handle the switchboard with
caution. Watch out for the sharp edges.
1. Simultaneously push the two retention clips
at both ends outward to release the switchboard.
Carefully pull the switchboard out of the slot.
2. Flip the switchboard over to the side
labeled with “SLI”. Carefully insert the
switchboard into the slot.
3. Slightly push down the switchboard until
the retention clip snap into places. Make sure
the switchboard is completely inserted into the
slot.
4. Insert the two graphics cards into PCIEXP1
and PCIEXP2 slots on the motherboard.
5. There are goldfingers on your SLI Graphics
Cards reserved for the SLI Bridge Connector.
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6. Insert the SLI Bridge Connector into the
SLI goldfingers on each graphics card.
7. The SLI bracket included in the package is
used for supporting the SLI bridge connector
and the two SLI graphics cards.
8. Insert the SLI bracket into the bracket slot
between the graphics cards. Secure the SLI
bracket and the graphics cards to the chassis
with screws.
NOTE: The OTES SLIpstream that packed in
the package is optional. Please refer to the
Quick Installation Guide of the OTES
SLIpstream if you wish to install it.
IMPORTANT: Please disable the following
items in BIOS setup while running under SLI
mode: All the “FanEQ controls” (CPU, NB,
SYS, OTES1, OTES2 and AUX FanEQ Control)
and “Cool ’n’ Quiet Technology”. The system
may be unstable without doing so. Detail
information about these items will be described
in “Chapter 3. BIOS Setup”.
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2-5. Connectors, Headers and Switches
Here we will show you all of the connectors, headers and switches, and how to connect them. Please read
the entire section for necessary information before attempting to finish all the hardware installation inside
the computer chassis. A complete enlarged layout diagram is shown in Chapter 1 for all the positions of
connectors and headers on the board that you may refer to.
WARNING: Always power off the computer and unplug the AC power cord before adding or removing
any peripheral or component. Failing to do so may cause severe damage to your motherboard and/or
peripherals. Plug in the AC power cord only after you have carefully checked everything.
ATX Power Input Connectors
(1).
This motherboard provides three power connectors to connect ATX12V power supplier.
NOTE: This 24-pin power connector (ATXPWR1) is compatible with the older 20-pin plug. When
plugging a 20-pin plug to this connector, pins 11, 12, 23, and 24 should be left unconnected.
NOTE: For a heavily loaded system, a power supply that provides a minimum of 350W and 20A on the
+5VDC rail is recommended. To support wake-up features, 2A on the +5VSB rail is required.
The auxiliary 12V power connector [ATX4P1] provides an additional
power source for devices added on PCI Express slots. It is highly
recommended to attach 12V power from the power supplier for the best
system stability.
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(2). FAN Power Connectors
These connectors each provide power to the cooling fans installed in your system.
• CPUFAN1: CPU Fan Power Connector
• NBFAN1: Chipset Fan Power Connector
• SYSFAN1: System Fan Power Connector
• AUXFAN1: Auxiliary Fan Power Connector
• OTESFAN1, OTESFAN2: OTES Fan Power Connector
WARNING: These fan connectors are not jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps on these connectors.
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(3). CMOS Memory Clearing Header
This header uses a jumper cap to clear the CMOS memory.
• Pin 1-2 shorted (default): Normal operation.
• Pin 2-3 shorted: Clear CMOS memory.
WARNING: Turn the power off first (including the +5V standby power) before clearing the CMOS
memory. Failing to do so may cause your system to work abnormally or malfunction.
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(4). Front Panel Switches & Indicators Headers
This header is used for connecting switches and LED indicators on the chassis front panel.
Watch the power LED pin position and orientation. The mark “+” aligning to the pin in the figure below
stands for positive polarity for the LED connection. Please pay attention to connect these headers. A
wrong orientation will simply cause the LED to not light, but a wrong connection of the switches could
cause system malfunction.
• HLED (Pin 1, 3):
Connects to the HDD LED cable of chassis front panel.
• RST (Pin 5, 7):
Connects to the Reset Switch cable of chassis front panel.
• SPKR (Pin 13, 15, 17, 19):
Connects to the System Speaker cable of chassis.
• SLED (Pin 2, 4):
Connects to the Suspend LED cable (if there is one) of chassis front panel.
• PWR (Pin 6, 8):
Connects to the Power Switch cable of chassis front panel.
• PLED (Pin 16, 18, 20):
Connects to the Power LED cable of chassis front panel.
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(5). Additional USB Port Headers
These headers each provide 2 additional USB 2.0 ports connection through an USB cable designed for
USB 2.0 specifications.
Pin
Pin Assignment
Pin Pin Assignment
1 VCC 2 VCC
3 Data0 - 4 Data1 -
5 Data0 + 6 Data1 +
7 Ground 8 Ground
9 NC 10 NC
(6). Additional IEEE1394 Port Headers
This header provides one additional IEEE1394 port connection through an extension cable and bracket.
Pin Pin Assignment Pin Pin Assignment
1 TPA0 + 2 TPA0 -
3 GND 4 GND
5 TPB0 + 6 TPB0 -
7 +12V 8 +12V
9 NC 10 GND
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(7). Wake-up Header
These headers use a jumper cap to enable/disable the wake-up function.
• PS2-PWR1:
Pin 1-2 shorted: Disable wake-up function support at Keyboard/Mouse port.
Pin 2-3 shorted (default): Enable wake-up function support at Keyboard/Mouse port.
• USB-PWR1:
Pin 1-2 shorted: Disable wake-up function support at USB1 port.
Pin 2-3 shorted (default): Enable wake-up function support at USB1 port.
• USB-PWR2:
Pin 1-2 shorted: Disable wake-up function support at USB2 port.
Pin 2-3 shorted (default): Enable wake-up function support at USB2 port.
• USB-PWR3:
Pin 1-2 shorted: Disable wake-up function support at FP-USB1 port.
Pin 2-3 shorted (default): Enable wake-up function support at FP-USB1 port.
• USB-PWR4:
Pin 1-2 shorted: Disable wake-up function support at FP-USB2 port.
Pin 2-3 shorted (default): Enable wake-up function support at FP-USB2 port.
• USB-PWR5:
Pin 1-2 shorted: Disable wake-up function support at FP-USB3 port.
Pin 2-3 shorted (default): Enable wake-up function support at FP-USB3 port.
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(8). GURU Panel Connection Header
This header is reserved for connecting ABIT’s exclusive GURU Panel. For more information, please refer
to the included GURU Panel Installation Guide.
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(9). Floppy and IDE Disk Drive Connectors
The FDC1 connector connects up to two floppy drives with a 34-wire, 2-connector floppy cable. Connect
the single end at the longer length of ribbon cable to the FDC1 on the board, the two connectors on the
other end to the floppy disk drives connector. Generally you need only one floppy disk drive in your
system.
NOTE: The red line on the ribbon cable must be aligned with pin-1 on both the FDC1 port and the floppy
connector.
Each of the IDE port connects up to two IDE drives at
Ultra ATA/100 mode by one 40-pin, 80-conductor, and
3-connector Ultra ATA/66 ribbon cables.
Connect the single end (blue connector) at the longer
length of ribbon cable to the IDE port of this board, the
other two ends (gray and black connector) at the shorter
length of the ribbon cable to the connectors of your hard
drives.
NOTE: Make sure to configure the “Master” and “Slave” relation before connecting two drives by one
single ribbon cable. The red line on the ribbon cable must be aligned with pin-1 on both the IDE port and
the hard-drive connector.
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(10). Serial ATA Connectors
These connectors are provided to attach one Serial ATA device at each channel via Serial ATA cable.
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(11). Status Indicators
• LED1 (5VSB): This LED lights up when the power supply is connected with power source.
• LED2 (VCC): This LED lights up when the system power is on.
• LED3: This LED lights up when the system works on SLI mode.
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(12). POST Code Display
This is an LED device to display the “POST” Code, the acronym of Power On Self Test. The computer
will execute the POST action whenever you power on the computer. The POST process is controlled by
the BIOS. It is used to detect the status of the computer’s main components and peripherals. Each POST
Code corresponds to different checkpoints that are also defined by the BIOS in advance. For example,
“memory presence test” is an important checkpoint and its POST Code is “C1”. When the BIOS execute
any POST item, it will write the corresponding POST Code into the address 80h. If the POST passes, the
BIOS will process the next POST item and write the next POST Code into the address 80h. If the POST
fails, we can check the POST Code in address 80h to find out where the problem lies.
This LED device also displays the “POST” Code of AC2003, an “uGuru” chipset developed exclusively
by ABIT computer.
NOTE: The decimal point lights up when executing the AC2003 POST action.
See Appendix for both AWARD and AC2003 POST Code definition.
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