User Manual
SIMB-A01
Intel® Q35 LGA775 socket for
Intel® Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2
Duo ATX Motherboard
Safety Information
Electrical safety
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electri-
cal outlet before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power
cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If
possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a
device.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that
all power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If
you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact
your local power company.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer
immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and st aples away from connec-
tors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in
any area where it may become wet.
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municip al waste. Check
local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
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Printed in China August 2011
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Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively,
please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the Advansus website: http://www.advansus.com.tw/Support/Support.asp
Conventions Used in This Guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
Warning! Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.
Caution! CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when try-
ing to complete a task.
Important! Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
Note! Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following
materials have been shipped:
1 x Intel Q35 ATX Main board
1 x CD ROM per carton, which contains the followings:
– User’s Manual in PDF file
– Drivers
1 x SATA cable kit (SATA/Power)
1 x I/O Shield
1 x Startup Manual per carton
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Product Overview................................1
1.1 Specifications Summary........... ... ... ...........................................................2
1.1.1 Features........................................................................................2
1.1.2 System..........................................................................................2
1.1.3 Display..........................................................................................2
1.1.4 Audio.............................................................................................3
1.1.5 Ethernet ........................................................................................ 3
1.1.6 Back I/O Port................................................................................. 3
1.1.7 Internal I/O Connector................................................................... 3
1.1.8 Mechanical & Environmental ........................................................3
1.2 Block Diagram........................................................................................... 4
Figure 1.1 Block Diagram............................................................4
Chapter 2 Product Introduction...........................5
2.1 Before you Proceed ........................................... ... .................................... 6
2.2 Motherboard Overview..............................................................................7
2.2.1 Placement Direction......................................................................7
2.2.2 Screw Holes................................. ... .... ... ... ... ................................. 7
2.3 Motherboard Layout..................................................................................8
Figure 2.1 Motherboard Layout ................................................... 8
2.3.1 Layout Content List....................................................................... 8
Table 2.1: Slots.............................. .... ... ... ... ... .... ... .......................8
Table 2.2: Jumpers.................................................................. ... . 9
Table 2.3: Rear Panel Connec tor................................................9
Table 2.4: Internal Connector............................................ ... ... ... . 9
2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................................... 10
2.4.1 Installing the CPU....................................................................... 10
2.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan..........................................13
2.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan......................................15
2.5 System Memory ......................................................................................17
2.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location..............................................................17
2.5.2 Memory Configurations.......................................... ... ..................18
2.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM .............................................................18
2.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM ...... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ........................19
2.6 Expansion Slots ...................................................................................... 20
2.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card......................................................20
2.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card..................................................20
2.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments ................................................. 20
2.6.4 PCI Slot.................................. ... ... ... .......................................... .. 21
2.6.5 PCI Express X16 Slot .................. ... .... ... ... ... ... ............................ 21
2.7 Jumpers ..................................................................................................22
2.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRTC1) .............................................................. 22
2.7.2 Chassis Intrusion Connector (CHSSIS1)....................................23
2.7.3 COM1, 2, 3, 4 RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR1, 2, 3, 4).........23
2.7.4 COM1, 2, 3, 4 RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR1, 2, 3, 4).........24
2.8 Connectors.............................................................................................. 25
2.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors............................................................... 25
2.8.2 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP).........................................26
2.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATX12V, EATXPWR).......... ... .... ... ... ... .. 27
2.8.4 Optical Drive Audio Connector (CD-IN)......................................28
2.8.5 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) ........................................28
2.8.6 Serial Port Connector (COM2, COM3, COM4)...........................29
2.8.7 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN) ....... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 29
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2.8.8 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (FLOPPY) ........................... ......... 30
2.8.9 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL)......................................... 31
2.8.10 Amplifier Connector (JAMP1)..................................................... 32
2.8.11 Digital Audio Connector (JDIO) .................................................. 32
2.8.12 Primary EIDE (RAID) Connector (PRE_EIDE) ........................... 33
2.8.13 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN)....................................... ... .. 33
2.8.14 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1~6).............................................. 34
2.8.15 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT) ...................................... 35
2.8.16 SPI Pin Header (SPI).................................................................. 36
2.8.17 USB 2.0 Connector (USB56, USB78, USB910, USB1112)........ 36
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup........................................ 39
3.1 BIOS Setup Program..................................... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ......... 40
3.1.1 Legend Box................................................................................. 41
3.1.2 List Box.............. ... ............................................. .... ... ... ............... 41
3.1.3 Sub-menu................................................................................... 41
3.2 BIOS Menu Screen..................................................................... ... .... ... .. 42
3.2.1 Main............................................................................................ 43
3.2.2 Advanced.................................................................................... 48
3.2.3 Power.......................................................................................... 58
3.2.4 Boot ............................................................................................ 61
3.2.5 Exit.............................................................................................. 65
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Chapter 1
1 Product Overview
1.1 Specifications Summary
1.1.1 Features
CPU: Inte® Q35 LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo /
Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Support Intel® next
generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU
Chipset: Intel Q35 + ICH9R Chipset
Memory: Four 240-pin DIMMs up to 8 GB Dual Channel DDR2 800/667
SDRAM, non-ECC
Display: Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 (Intel® GMA 3100) integrated
Audio: Realtek® ALC888, 7.1/5.1+2 Channel HD Audio
LAN: Dual Realtek® RTL8111C Gigabit Ethernet controllers
Expansion: 1 x PCI-E x16, 1 x PCI-E x1, 5 x PCI 2.3
I/O: 4 x COM (with power ,1x Rear COM port., 3 x pin header), 12 x USB 2.0, 6
x SATA/SATA II, 1 x IDE (JMB368)
Others: S/PDIF Out Header
1.1.2 System
CPU: Intel® Q35 LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo /
Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Support Intel® next
generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU
FSB: 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz
BIOS: AMI 32 Mb SPI BIOS
System Chipset: Intel Q35 GMCH/ICH9R
I/O Chipset: Winbond W83627DHG-A
Memory: Four 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4 GB Dual Channel DDR2
800/667 SDRAM
Watchdog Timer: Reset: Reset: 1 sec. ~ 255 sec.
H/W Status Monitor: Monitoring temperatures, voltages, and cooling fan sta-
tus. Auto throttling control when CPU overheats
Expansion Slot s: 1 x PCI Express X16, 1 X PCI Express X 1, 5 x PCI (PCI Rev.
2.3 compliant)
DIO: 16 bit (8-in/8-out by PCA9555)
S3 / S4: Yes
TPM: TPM1.2 (Infineon® TPM chip 9635 TT 1.2 on board)
Wake up on LAN or Ring: LAN (PME / RPL)
Smart Fan Control: Yes, support 3 modes (Silent/Optimal/Performance)
1.1.3 Display
Chipset: Intel® Q35 GMCH integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 3100
Display Memory: Intel DVMT 4.0 supports up to 256 MB video memory
Max. Resolution: 2048 x 1536 bpp(@ 75Hz)
VGA: Yes , on board GMA 3100
LVDS / DVI / HDMI: Through ADD2 LVDS Card
Secondary VGA: Yes , through ADD2 card
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1.1.4 Audio
Audio Codec: Realtek® ALC888, 7.1 W/O Multiple Streaming or 5.1+2 with
Multiple Streaming HD Audio
Audio Interface: Mic in, Line in, Line out
Audio Amplifier (W): Dual 6W Amp.(TPA3005D2, Optional)
1.1.5 Ethernet
LAN1: RTL8111C Gigabit LAN
LAN2: RTL8111C Gigabit LAN
1.1.6 Back I/O Port
Back Panel:
1 x PS/2 Keyboard
1 x PS/2 Mouse
1 x VGA port
1 x Parallel port
1 x COM Port
2 x RJ45 port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1
1 x Audio Jack (3 ports)
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1.1.7 Internal I/O Connector
Internal I/O:
4 x USB connectors support additional 8 USB ports (with 5V dual)
1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x IDE connector
6 x SATA connectors
1 x CPU Fan header
1 x Chassis Fan header
1 x Power Fan header
3 x COM port headers ( RS-232 x2,RS-422/485 x1)
1 x Front panel header
1 x S/PDIF Out Header
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1x CD in header (Optional)
1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
1 x DIO pin header (8in/8out)
1 x Audio Amplifier
1.1.8 Mechanical & Environmental
Power Type ATX
Operating Temperature 0~60° C (32~140° F)
Operating Humidity 0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W) 12" x 9.6" (304.8 mm x 243.84 mm)
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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1.2 Block Diagram
Figure 1.1 Block Diagram
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Chapter 2
2 Product Introduction
2.1 Before you Proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or
change any motherboard settings.
Caution!
Onboard LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the
system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should
shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in
any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the
onboard LED.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a
metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the
power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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2.2 Motherboard Overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure
that the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing
the motherboard.
Warning! Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
2.2.1 Placement Direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the
correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis
as indicated in the image below.
2.2.2 Screw Holes
Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard
to the chassis.
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Caution! Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear
of the chassis.
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2.3 Motherboard Layout
KB/MS
JCOMPWR1
COM1
LPT
VGA
PWR_FAN
LAN_USB1
LAN_USB2
AUDIO
PCIEX16
PCIEX1_1
PCI1
PCI2
PCI3
CD-IN,
AAFP
PCI4
PCI5
JAMP1
ATX12V
CPU_FAN
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2
DIMM_A3
DIMM_A4
EATXPWR
FLOPPY
CLRTC,
CHASSIS
SATA3,1
SATA4,2
SPI
SATA6,5
CHA_FAN1
F_PANEL
PRI_EIDE
JCOMPWR
2,4,3,5,7,6
JDIOSPDIF_OUT
2.3.1 Layout Content List
Table 2.1: Slots
Label Function Note Page
DIMM_A1 240-pin SODIMM slot 1 N/A
DIMM_A2 240-pin SODIMM slot 2 N/A
DIMM_B1 240-pin SODIMM slot 3 N/A
DIMM_B2 240-pin SODIMM slot 4 N/A
PCIEX1_1 PCI express x1 slot N/A
PCIEX16 PCI express x16 slot N/A
PCI1, PCI2 PCI slot N/A
COM3COM2
Figure 2.1 Motherboard Layout
COM4
USB910
USB1112
USB78
USB56
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Table 2.2: Jumpers
Label Function Note Page
CLRTC1 Clear CMOS 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 32
CHASSIS1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 33
JCOMPWR1,2,3,4 COM1, 2, 3, 4 RI/+5V/+12V Select 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 33
JCOMPWR5,6,7 COM4 RS-242/422/485 Select 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 33
Table 2.3: Rear Panel Connector
Label Function Note Page
KB/MS PS/2 keyboard and mouse 6-pin Mini-Din 34
LPT Parallel Port D-sub 25-pin, female 34
COM1 Serial Port Connector D-sub 9-pin, male 35
VGA VGA Connector D-sub 15-pin, female 35
LAN1_USB1
LAN1_USB2
AUDIO
RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1
USB Connector x 2
RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1
USB Connector x 2
Line-in Port, Line-out Port, Microphone Port
5.1 Channel Audio I/O (6
jacks)
34,35
34,35
34,35
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Table 2.4: Internal Connector
Label Function Note Page
AAFP Front Panel Audio Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 36
ATX12V ATX Power Con nector 2 x 2 header 37
CD-IN Optical Drive Audio Connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 38
CHA_FAN1 Chassis Fan Connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 38
COM2, 3, 4 Serial Port Connector 2, 3, 4 10 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 39
CPU_FAN CPU Fan Connector 4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 40
EATXPWR ATX Power Connector 12 x 2 header 37
FLOPPY Floppy Disk Drive Connector 17 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 40
F_PANEL System Panel Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 41
JAMP1 Amplifier Connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 42
JDIO Digital Audio Connector 10 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 42
PRI_EIDE Primary EIDE(RAID) Connector 20 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 43
PWR_FAN Power Fan Connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 43
SATA1~6
SPDIF_OUT Digital Audio Connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 45
SPI SPI pin header 4 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 45
USB56 USB 2.0 Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 46
USB78 USB 2.0 Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 46
USB910 USB 2.0 Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 46
USB1112 USB 2.0 Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 46
Serial ATA Connectors 1~6 [black]
[red]
7-pin header 44
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2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the
Intel® Q45 LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU processors.
Important!
Caution!
Make sure the AC power is off before you install the CPU.
If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the CPU fan cable to the
CPU_FAN connector to ensure system stability.
Your boxed Intel® LGA775 Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo CPU
processors package should come with installation instructions for
the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions
in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is
on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard component s.
Your place of purchase or local distributor will shoulder the cost of
repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Your place of purchase or local distributor will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap
on the LGA775 socket.
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU inst allation/removal, or mispla cement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap..
2.4.1 Installing the CPU
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
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Important! Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing
towards you and the load lever is on your left.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is
released from the retention tab.
Caution! To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
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3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135
4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100
the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B).
o
angle.
o
angle (A), then push
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5. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU
notch.
6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the reten-
tion tab.
7. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1
connector to ensure system stability.
Caution! The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
Note! The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel®
Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology.
Warning! After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the moth-
erboard.
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2.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan
The Intel® LGA775 Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo CPU processors require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and
performance.
Important! Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan
and heatsink assembly.
When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU
fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that
you use only Intel® certified multi-directional heatsink and fan.
Caution! If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the
CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure t hat th e four fasten-
ers match the holes on the motherboard.
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Note! Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is
closest to the CPU fan connector.
Important! Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove
directed outward.
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2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heat-
sink and fan assembly in place.
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labelled
CPU_FAN.
Caution!
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Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard
components, and hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail
to plug this connector.
These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fa n connectors.
2.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener counter-clockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heat-
sink and fan assembly from the motherboard
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4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.
Important! The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The
photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)
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Important! Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan pack-
age for detailed information on CPU fan installation.
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2.5 System Memory
2.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location
The motherboard comes with four 240-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline
Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The following figure illustrates
the location of the sockets:
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2.5.2 Memory Configurations
You can install 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB and 2GB DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs into
the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
Important!
Note!
Installing DDR2 DIMM other than the recommended configurations
may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Use any of
the recommended configurations.
For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same (DIMM1 = DIMM2).
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor.
Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less
than 1 GB system memory when you installed one 1 GB DDR2
memory modules.
This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules.
Make sure that the memory frequency matches the CPU FSB
(Front Side Bus). Refer to the Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization table.
Recommended memory configuration
Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization
2.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM
Caution! Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe
damage to both the motherboard and the components.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break
on the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clip s snap back in place
and the DIMM.
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Caution!
A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the
DIMM.
The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT
install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM socket.
2.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM
1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Caution! Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
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2.6 Expansion Slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub?sections
describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Warning! Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expan-
sion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage
motherboard components.
2.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it
and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a
chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for
later use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is com-
pletely seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
2.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card if needed. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
2.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ Priority Standard Function
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 - Redirect to IRQ#9
3 11 IRQ holder for PCI streering*
4 12 Communications Port (COM1)*
5 13 I RQ holder for PCI streering*
6 14 F loppy Disk Controller
7 15 Printer Port (LPT)*
8 3 System CMOS/Rear Time
9 4 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
10 5 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
11 6 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14 9 Primary IDE Channel
15 10 Secondary IDE Channel
* There IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI device.
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2.6.4 PCI Slot
This motherboard has two PCI slots. The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN
card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The
figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
2.6.5 PCI Express X16 Slot
This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the
PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a graphics card installed on
the PCI Express x16 slot.
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2.7 Jumpers
2.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can
clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the
CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in
CMOS, which include system setup information such as system p asswords. To erase
the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep th e cap on pin s 2-
3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
4. Re-install the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-
enter data.
Caution! Except when clearing the CMOS, never remove the cap on CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
Normal (Default)
Clear CMOS
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2.7.2 Chassis Intrusion Connector (CHSSIS1)
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
2.7.3 COM1, 2, 3, 4 RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR1, 2, 3, 4)
RI*
+12V
+5V
JCOMPWR1 JCOMPWR2,4,3,5,7,6
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2.7.4 COM1, 2, 3, 4 RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR1, 2, 3, 4)
RI*
RS-232*
+12V
RS-422
+5V
RS-485
JCOMPWR1 JCOMPWR2,4,3,5,7,6
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2.8 Connectors
2.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors
No Label Function Description
1 KBMS PS/2 mouse connector
2 LPT Parallel port connector
LAN (RJ-45) connector
LAN_USB1,
3, 4
LAN_USB2
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is
for a PS/2 mouse.
This 25-pin parallel port is a standard printer
port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port
(EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel
Port (ECP) mode
This port allows Gigabit connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the
LAN port LED indications. The optional 10/
100 Mbps LAN controller allows 10/100
Mbps connection to a Local Area Network
(LAN) through a network hub.
4 AUDIO1 Line-In port (Light Blue)
This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player,
or other audio sources.
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No Label Function Description
This port connects a headphone or a
6 AUDIO Line-Out port (Lime)
7 AUDIO Microphone port (Pink) This port connects a microphone.
LAN_USB1,
8, 9
LAN_USB2
10 VGA VGA port
11 COM1 Serial port connector D-Sub 9-pin, male
12 KBMS PS/2 KB connector This port is for a PS/2 keyboard
USB 2.0 connector
speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8channel configuration, the function of this
port becomes Front Speaker Out.
These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
2.8.2 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports
either HD Audio or legacy AC’97 (optional) audio standard. Connect one end of the
front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
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Important! For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability.
2.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATX12V, EATXPWR)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are
designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation
and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
ATX12V
EATXPWR
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
Important notes on the Motherboard Power Requirements
Important!
Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the
+12V lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB).
The minimum recommended wattage is 230W, or 300W for a fully
configured system. The system can become unstable and might
experience difficulty powering up if the power supply is inadequate.
You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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2.8.4 Optical Drive Audio Connector (CD-IN)
Important! Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector.
2.8.5 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
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2.8.6 Serial Port Connector (COM2, COM3, COM4)
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
COM2
COM3
COM4
COM2
COM3
COM4
2.8.7 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)
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Note!
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard
components, and hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail
to plug this connector.
These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fa n connectors.
2.8.8 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (FLOPPY)
Important!
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.
Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to Pin 1.
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2.8.9 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL)
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
System Power LED (2-pin PWRLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power
LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on
the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
ATX Power Button/Soft-off Button (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns
the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the
BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the
system is ON turns the system OFF.
Hard Disk Drive Activity LED (2-pin HDLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED
cable to this connector . The IDE LED lights up or flash es when data is read from
or written to the HDD.
Reset Button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot
without turning off the system power.
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2.8.10 Amplifier Connector (JAMP1)
2.8.11 Digital Audio Connector (JDIO)
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2.8.12 Primary EIDE (RAID) Connector (PRE_EIDE)
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
Note! Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE cable to Pin 1.
2.8.13 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN)
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2.8.14 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1~6)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial AT A hard disk drives.
SATA2 SATA1
SATA4 SATA3
SATA6 SATA5
Note! Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or
you may connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard
SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards.
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2.8.15 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s).
Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot
opening at the back of the system chassis.
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
Note! The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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2.8.16 SPI Pin Header (SPI)
2.8.17 USB 2.0 Connector (USB56, USB78, USB910, USB1112)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to
any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the
system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
USB1112, USB910, USB56, USB78
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Caution! Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will dam-
age the motherboard!
Note! The USB module is purchased separately.
Chapter 2 Product Introduction
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Chapter 3
3 BIOS Setup
This chapter tells how to change
the system setting through the
BIOS setup menus. Detailed
descriptions of the BIOS parame-
ters are also provided.
3.1 BIOS Setup Program
This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using
the provided utility. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to °×Run Setup.°± This section
explains how to configure your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to
reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can
recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press
<Del> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise,
POST continues with its test routines.
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can
also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the
first two failed.
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menudriven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your
selections from the available options using the navigation keys.
Important!
The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes
unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the defa ult settings
to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup
Defaults from the BIOS menu screen.
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
Visit the system builder's website to download the latest BIOS file
for this motherboard.
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3.1.1 Legend Box
The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus.
Key (s) Function Description
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
↑↓→←
Enter Select
+ / - / PU / PD Value
ESC Exit
F1 General Help
F2 Item Help
F5 Previous Va lue
F7 Optimized Defaults
F9 Menu in BIOS
F10 Save
ESC Exit
3.1.2 List Box
This box appears only in the opening screen. The box displays an initial list of configurable items in the menu you selected.
3.1.3 Sub-menu
Note that a right pointer symbol appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer indicates that you can display a sub-menu from this field. A sub-menu contains additional options for a field parameter. To display a sub-menu, move the highlight to the
field and press <Enter>. The sub?menu appears. Use the legend keys to enter values and move from field to field within a sub-menu as you would within a menu. Use
the <Esc> key to return to the main menu.
Take some time to familiarize yourself with the legend keys and their corresponding
functions. Practice navigating through the various menus and submenus. If you accidentally make unwanted changes to any of the fields, press <F6> to load the fail-safe
default values. While moving around through the Setup program, note that explanations appear in the Item Specific Help window located to the right of each menu. This
window displays the help text for the currently highlighted field.
Move
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3.2 BIOS Menu Screen
When you enter the BIOS, the following screen appears. The BIOS menu screen displays the items that allow you to make changes to the system configuration. To
access the menu items, press the up/down/right/left arrow key on the keyboard until
the desired item is highlighted, then press [Enter] to open the specific menu.
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3.2.1 Main
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
3.2.1.1 System Time
The time format is <Hour> <Minute> <Second>.
3.2.1.2 System Date
The date format is <Day>, <Month> <Date> <Year>.
3.2.1.3 Floppy A
Sets the type of floppy drive installed.
Configuration options: [Disabled], [360KB, 5 1/4], [1.2MB, 5 1/4], [720KB, 5 1/4],
[1.44MB, 5 1/4], [2.88MB, 3 1/2]
3.2.1.4 SATA 1~6
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices.
There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press
<Enter> to display the SATA device information.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART
monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show Not Detected
if no SATA device is installed in the system.
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Type [Auto]
Select the type of SATA drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the
appropriate SA TA device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring
a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (A T API Removable Media Device) if your device
is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive.
Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the
device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with
LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the data
transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device
supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer
from and to the device occurs one sector at a time.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
Select the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4].
DMA Mode [Auto]
Select the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1]
[SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2]
[UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] [UDMA6]. Only [Auto] is showed if no SA TA device
is installed in the system.
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Set the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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3.2.1.5 SATA Configuration
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
SATA Configuration [Enhanced]
Allows you to disable or enable SATA Configuration function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced]
Configure SATA as [IDE]
Set the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip.
The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the
drive to internally optimize the order of commands. If you want to creat e a RAID
0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or the Intel? Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set this item to [RAID].
Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the hard disk write protect.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
SATA Detect Time Out [Sec]
Sets SATA detect time out.
Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35].
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3.2.1.6 AHCI Setting
AHCI CD/DVD Boot Time out
The options: 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35
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3.2.1.7 System Information
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS
automatically detects the items in this menu.
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
AMI BIOS
Display the auto-detected BIOS information.
Processor
Display the auto-detected CPU specification.
System Memory
Display the auto-detected system memory.
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3.2.2 Advanced
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other
system devices.
Caution! Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items.
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
3.2.2.1 USB Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
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Note! The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-
detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.
USB Functions [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable USB functions.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Note! The following items appear only when the USB Function item is set to
[Enabled].
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating
systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB
devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mo de is enabled. If no
USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled].
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]
Allow you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI hand?off
feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Port 64/60 Emulation [Disabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the I/O port 60h/64h emulation support. This
should be enabled for the complete USB keyboard legacy support for non-USB
aware OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
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3.2.2.2 Trusted Computing
The items in this menu allow you to set the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) features.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
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TCG/TPM SUPPORT [YES]
Allows you to enable or disable TCG/TPM setting.
Configuration options: [No] [Yes].
Note! The following items show when you set TCG/TPM SUPPORT option to
[YES].
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3.2.2.3 Intel TXT (LT) Configuration
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Intel TXT Initialization [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® TXT Initialization.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Note! The items show when you set Intel TXT Initialization option to
[Enabled].
When you set Intel TXT Initialization option to [Enabled], all of
these items are set to [Enabled] automatically.
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3.2.2.4 Intel VT-d Configuration
Intel VT-d [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® VT-d function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
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3.2.2.5 CPU Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically
detects.
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even
without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.
Set this item to [Disabled] forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0).
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Intel SpeedStep Tech
Allow you Enabled/Disabled GU3 function. The option: [Enabled], [Disabled]
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3.2.2.6 Chipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an
item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
North Bridge Configuration
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Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory
above the total physical memory. Enable this option only when you install 64-bit
operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI]
Allow you to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device.
Configuration options: [IGD] [PCI/IGD] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/IGD] [PEG/PCI].
Internal Graphic Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]
Allows you to select the amount of system memory used by the Internal graphics device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled,1MB] [Enabled, 8MB].
Note! The Video Function Configuration item shows when you set this option
to [Enabled, 1MB] or [Enabled, 8MB].
PEG Port Control [Auto]
Allows you to disable or enable PEG port control.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled].
Note! The following item shows when you set this option to [Auto].
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Video Function Configuration
DVMT Mode Select, Configuration options: [Fixed Mode] [DVMT Mode].
DVMT/FIXED Memory, Configuration options: [128MB] [258MB] [Maximum
DTMT].
Spread Spectrum Clock, Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
CPU Clock Spread Spectrum
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
PCI Express Clock Spread Spectrum
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
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HDA Controller
The options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
Onboard LAN Boot
The options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
JMicron 36X ATA Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the JMicron 36X ATA controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled].
Note! Must load the JMB368 driver when creating RAID sets, even if all the
drivers of the RAID sets are used as data drivers.
Serial Port1~Port 4 Address [3F8]
Allow you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8] [2F8] [3E8] [2E8].
Serial Port IRQ
Configuration options: [3] [4] [10] [11].\
Parallel Port Address [378]
Allow you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC].
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Allow you to select the Parallel Port mode.
Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-Directional] [ECP] [EPP] [ECP&EPP].
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7].
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3.2.2.8 PCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP
devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/
PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA
devices.
Note! Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items.
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Plug and Play O/S [No]
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to
[Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system
configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration
options: [No] [Yes].
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3.2.3 Power
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power
Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration
options.
3.2.3.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]
Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to
be used for system suspend.
Configuration options: [S1 (POS)] [S3 (STR)] [Auto].
3.2.3.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
Determine whether to invoke VGA BIOS post on S3/STR Resume.
Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
3.2.3.3 ACPI Version Features
Allow you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
2.0 specifications.
The option: [ACPI V1.0], [ACPI V2.0], [ACPI V3.0].
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3.2.3.4 ACPI APIC support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to
Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
3.2.3.5 APM Configuration
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Restore on AC Power Loss [Off]
When set to [Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When
set to [On], the system goes on after an AC power loss.
Configuration options: [Off] [On].
Watchdog Timer (SECOND)
Allow you to set time-out of Watchdog count.
PS/2 Keyboard WakeUP
The option: [Disabled] [Enabled].
PS/2 Mouse WakeUP
The option: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Resume On Ring
The option: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Resume On PME#
The option: [Disabled] [Enabled].
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Resume On RTC Alarm
When [Enabled], your can set the date and time at which the RTC (real-time
clock) alarm awakens the system from suspend mode.
3.2.3.6 Hardware Health Configuration
\
System / CPU Temperature [xxxoC/xxxoF]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the system
and CPU temperatures. Select [Ignored] if you do not wish to display the
detected temperatures.
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan
speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A.
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chassis
fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A.
VCORE / AVCC / 3VCC / 12V / +5V / VSB / VBAT Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through
the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignored] if you do not wish to display
these items.
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CPU Smart FAN Profile
3.2.4 Boot
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
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Allow you to select the CPU FAN profile mode. The options:
[Disabled]
[Silent Mode]: Keep system at lower acoustic than Optimized mode with lower
fan speed.
[Optimized Mode]: Keep balance between CPU temperature and fan speed.
[Performance Mode]: Keep CPU at lower temperature than Optimized mode
with faster fan speed
3.2.4.1 Boot Device Priority
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [xxx Drive]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on
the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration optio ns: [xxx Drive]
[Disabled]
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3.2.4.2 Hard Disk Drives
1st ~ xxth Device [xxx Drive]
These items specify the hard disk device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on
the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxx Drive]
[Disabled]
3.2.4.3 Removable Device
1st ~ xxth Drive [xxx Drive]
These items specify the removable device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on
the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxx Drive]
[Disabled]
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3.2.4.4 Boot Setting Configuration
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Quick Boot [Enabled]
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST)
while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled].
Quiet Boot
Allows you to display Normal POST message or OEM logo.
The options: [Disabled], [Enabled],
Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Set the display mode for option ROM.
Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current].
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
Configuration options: [Off] [On].
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error
occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
The system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST when
you set to Enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
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3.2.4.5 Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an
item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Supervisor Password
The Supervisor/User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not
Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed.
Change Supervisor Password
Select this item to set or change the Supervisor/User Password.
(1)Select the Change Supervisor/User Password item and press <Enter>
(2)From the password box, type a password composed of at least six letters
and/or number, the press <Enter>.
(3)Confirm the password when prompted.
The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your password.
To clear the supervisor/user password, select the change Supervisor/User Password
then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to
change other security settings.
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Note! If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS
3.2.5 Exit
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the
BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
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Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM.
Note! Press <ESC> does not immediately exit this menu. Select on of the
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
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3.2.5.1 Save Changes and Exit
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu
to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup
battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When
you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select [OK] to save change
and exit.
3.2.5.2 Discard Changes and Exit
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the
setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System time,
and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.
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3.2.5.3 Discard Changes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously
saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select [OK] to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.
3.2.5.4 Load Setup Defaults
This option allows you to load the setup default values for each of the parameters on
the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation
window appears. Select [OK] to load optimal default values. Select [Save Change
and Exit] or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.
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