AMD GA-K8NSC-939 User Manual

GA-K8NSC-939

AMD Socket 939 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1003

12ME-K8NSC939-1003

Motherboard

GA-K8NSC-939

Motherboard

GA-K8NSC-939

Feb. 23, 2005

Feb. 23, 2005

Copyright

© 2006 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.

The trademarks mentioned in the manual are legally registered to their respective companies.

Notice

The written content provided with this product is the property of Gigabyte.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means without Gigabyte's prior written permission. Specifications and features are subject to change without prior notice.

Product Manual Classification

In order to assist in the use of this product, Gigabyte has categorized the user manual in the following:

For quick installation, please refer to the "Hardware Installation Guide" included with the product.

For detailed product information and specifications, please carefully read the

"Product User Manual".

For detailed information related to Gigabyte's unique features, please go to the "Technology Guide" section on Gigabyte's website to read or download the information you need.

For more product details, please click onto Gigabyte's website at www.gigabyte.com.tw

Table of Contents

GA-K8NSC-939 Motherboard Layout ............................................................................		6
Block Diagram ................................................................................................................		7
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ....................................................................................		9
1-1	Considerations Prior to Installation ....................................................................	9
1-2	Feature Summary ..........................................................................................	10
1-3	Installation of the CPU and Heatsink ..............................................................	12
1-3-1 Installation of the CPU .........................................................................................		12
1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink ..................................................................................		13
1-4	Installation of Memory ....................................................................................	14
1-5	Installation of Expansion Cards ......................................................................	16
1-6	I/O Back Panel Introduction ...........................................................................	17
1-7	Connectors Introduction ..................................................................................	18
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ................................................................................................		29
The Main Menu (Example BIOS Version:E1) ...........................................................		30
2-1	Standard CMOS Features .............................................................................	32
2-2	Advanced BIOS Features ..............................................................................	34
2-3	IntegratedPeripherals .....................................................................................	36
2-4	Power Management Setup .............................................................................	40
2-5	PnP/PCI Configurations .................................................................................	41
2-6	PC Health Status ...........................................................................................	42
2-7	MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) .......................................................................	43
2-8	TopPerformance .............................................................................................	44
2-9	Load Optimized Defaults .................................................................................	44
2-10	Set Supervisor/User Password .....................................................................	45
2-11	Save & Exit Setup .........................................................................................	46
2-12	Exit Without Saving .......................................................................................	46

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ......................................................................................		47
3-1	Install Chipset Drivers ....................................................................................	47
3-2	SoftwareApplication .......................................................................................	48
3-3	Software Information .......................................................................................	48
3-4	Hardware Information .....................................................................................	49
3-5	Contact Us .....................................................................................................	49

Chapter 4 Appendix ...................................................................................................			51
4-1	Unique Software Utilities ................................................................................		51
	4-1-1	Xpress Recovery Introduction ...........................................................................	51
	4-1-2	Flash BIOS Method Introduction ........................................................................	54
	4-1-3	Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction ......................................................	63
	4-1-4	2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction ......................................	69
4-2	Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................		77

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GA-K8NSC-939 Motherboard Layout

	KB_MS	ATX_12V
	COMA
	LPT
	COMB
	USB
	USB	LAN
		CPU_FAN
	AUDIO
	F_AUDIO SUR_CEN
	CD_IN	AGP
		IT8712

CODEC

IR_CIR

Marvell 8001

SPDIF_IO

Socket 939

SATA0_SB SATA1_SB

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

PCI4

PCI5

DDR1

DDR2

DDR3

DDR4

ATX

939-K8NSC-GA	IDE2 IDE1
	FDD
	BATTERY
	NB_FAN
	CLR_CMOS

BIOS

nVIDIA®	F_PANEL
nForceTM 3 250Gb/
250 Ultra
	PWR_LED
SYS_FAN
F_USB1	F_USB2

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Block Diagram

AGP Slot

4X/8X

AGPCLK (66MHz)

5 PCI

PCI Bus

Marvell

8001

RJ45

LAN

PCICLK (33MHz)

AMD K8

CPUCLK+/-(800MHz)

DDR 400/333/266/200MHz DIMM

Socket 939

CPU

Dual Channel Memory

Hyper Transport Bus

BIOS

nVIDIA®

2 Serial ATA

ATA33/66/100/133

nForceTM 3

IDE Channels

250Gb/

250 Ultra

LPC BUS

IR_CIR

Floppy

IT8712

LPT Port

COM Port

24MHz

PS/2 KB/Mouse

CODEC

33MHz

MIC -LineOut Line-In

8 USB

Ports

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Chapter 1Hardware Installation

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation

Preparing Your Computer

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please follow the instructions below:

1.Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.

2.When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

3.It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components (CPU, RAM).

4.Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic pad or within a electrostatic shielding container.

5.Please verify that the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard.

Installation Notices

1.Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

2.Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the information in the provided manual.

3.Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.

4.To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

5.Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

6.Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

7.Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.

8.If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.

Instances of Non-Warranty

1.Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.

2.Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.

3.Damage due to improper installation.

4.Damage due to use of uncertified components.

5.Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.

6.Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.

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1-2 Feature Summary

CPU		Socket 939 for AMD AthlonTM 64 / 64 FX processor (K8)
		1600MT/s system bus
	Supports core frequencies in excess of 3000+ and faster
Chipset		nVIDIA® nForce3TM 250Gb/250 Ultra Chipset
Memory		4 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1)
	Supports dual channel DDR 400/333/266/200 DIMM
Slots		1 AGP slot supports 8X/4X (1.5V) mode
		5 PCI slots
IDE Connections		2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), allows connection
		of 4 IDE devices
FDD Connections		1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
Onboard SATA		2 Serial ATA ports from nVIDIA® nForce3TM 250Gb/250 Ultra (SATA0_SB,
		SATA1_SB)
Peripherals		1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
	2 serial ports (COMA, COMB)
	8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)
	1 front audio connector
		1 IR/CIR connector
	1 PS/2 keyboard port
	1 PS/2 mouse port
Onboard LAN		Onboard Marvell 8001 chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
		1 RJ45 port
Onboard Audio		ALC850 CODEC (UAJ)
	Supports Jack Sensing function
	Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio (Note 2)
	Supports Line In ; Line Out ;MIC
	Surround Back Speaker (by optional Audio Combo Kit)
		SPDIF In/Out connection
		CD In connection
I/O Control		IT8712

(Note 1) Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.

For example, 4GB of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xxGB memory during system startup.

(Note 2) To set up an 8 channel audio configuration, you must use Audio Combo Kit (optional device).

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Hardware Monitor		System voltage detection
		CPU temperature detection
	CPU / System fan speed detection
		CPU warning temperature
	CPU / System fan failure warning
		Thermal shutdown function
Onboard SATA RAID		Onboard nVIDIA® nForce3TM 250Gb/250 Ultra chipset (SATA0_SB, SATA1_SB)
	Supports data striping (RAID 0), mirroring (RAID 1), or striping + mirroring
		(RAID 0+1) function
	Supports data transfer rate of up to 150 MB/s
	Supports a maximum of 2 SATA connections
BIOS		Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
		Supports Q-Flash
Additional Features		Supports @BIOS
	Supports EasyTune (Note 3)
Overclocking		Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/ DDR/ AGP/ HT-Link)
	Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/ AGP)
Form Factor		ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

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(Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

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1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink

Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions:

1.Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.

2.Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU.

3.Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and heatsink.

4.Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU prior to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur.

5.Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the required standards for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU

Check the processor pins to see that none are bent. Move the socket lever to the unlocked position as shown in Fig. 1 (90o to the plane of the motherboard) prior to inserting the processor. The pin 1 location is designated on the processor by a copper triangle that corresponds to a triangle marking on the socket as shown in Fig. 2. Align the processor to the socket and gently lower it into place. Do not force the processor into the socket.

	Socket Lever	Fig.1
		Position lever at a 90-degree angle.

Fig.2

Pin 1 location on the socket and processor.

Gently place the CPU into position making sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into their holes. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one finger down on the middle of the CPU and gently press the metal lever back into its original position.

Please use extra care when installing the CPU. The CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly. Rather than applying force, please change the positioning of the CPU.

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1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink

Fig.1

Before installing the heat sink, please first add an even layer of heat sink paste on the surface of the CPU. Install all the heat sink components (Please refer to the heat sink manual for detailed installation instructions).

Fig.2

Please connect the heat sink power connector to the CPU_FAN connector located on the motherboard so that the heat sink can properly function to prevent CPU overheating.

The heat sink may adhere to the CPU as a result of hardening of the heat sink paste. To prevent such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heat sink.

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1-4 Installation of Memory

Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:

1.Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is

recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.

2.Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer power is switched off to prevent hardware damage.

3.Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.

The motherboard supports DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one direction. The memory capacity used can differ with each slot.

Notch

DDR

Fig.1

The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.

Fig.2

Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to lock the DIMM module.

Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.

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Dual Channel Memory Configuration

The GA-K8NSC-939 supports the Dual Channel Technology. When the Dual Channel Technology is activated, the bandwidth of memory bus will be double the original one.

Due to CPU limitation, if you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please follow the guidelines below for Dual Channel memory configuration.

1.Dual Channel mode will not be enabled if only one DDR memory module is installed.

2.To enable Dual Channel mode with 2 memory modules (it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed), you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color.

3.To enable Dual Channel mode with 4 memory modules, it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed.

The following is a Dual Channel Memory configuration table: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)

	DDR1	DDR2	DDR3	DDR4
2 memory modules	DS/SS	DS/SS	X	X
	X	X	DS/SS	DS/SS
4 memory modules	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS

If two memory modules are to be used to achieve Dual Channel mode, we recommend installing them in DDR1 and DDR2 DIMM sockets.

All of the memory configurations below will cause system unable to boot. (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)

			DDR1	DDR2	DDR3	DDR4
1 memory module			X	DS/SS	X	X
			X	X	X	DS/SS
2 memory modules			X	DS/SS	DS/SS	X
			DS/SS	X	X	DS/SS
			X	DS/SS	X	DS/SS
3 memory modules			DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS	X
			X	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS
			DS/SS	X	DS/SS	DS/SS
			DS/SS	DS/SS	X	DS/SS

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1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards

You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below:

1.Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer.

2.Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.

3.Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.

4.Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.

5.Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.

6.Replace your computer's chassis cover.

7.Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.

8.Install related driver from the operating system.

Installing an AGP VGA card:

Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the AGP slot when you try to install/uninstall the VGA card. Please align the VGA card to the onboard AGP slot and press firmly down on the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked by the small white-drawable bar.

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1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction

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PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector

To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the lower port (purple).

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.

COMA, COMB (Serial Port)

Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.

USB port

Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface. Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

LAN Port

The provided Internet connection is Gigabit Ethernet, providing data transfer speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps.

Line In

Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. can be connected to Line In jack.

Line Out

Connect the stereo speakers, earphone or front surround speakers to this connector.

MIC In

Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.

You can use audio software to configure 2-/4-/6-/8-channel audio functioning.

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1-7 Connectors Introduction

1

3

8

7

		2
		6
11		18
12
		5
13		17
16
		10
		9
14	4	15

1)	ATX_12V	10)	F_PANEL
2)	ATX (Power Connector)	11)	F_AUDIO
3)	CPU_FAN	12)	CD_IN
4)	SYS_FAN	13)	SUR_CEN
5)	NB_FAN	14)	SPDIF_IO
6)	FDD	15)	F_USB1 / F_USB2
7)	IDE1 / IDE2	16)	IR_CIR
8)	SATA0_SB / SATA1_SB	17)	CLR_CMOS
9)	PWR_LED	18)	BATTERY

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1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard and connect tightly.

The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power connector is not connected, the system will not start.

Caution!

Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. It is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable system or a system that is unable to start.

13

24

10 20

1

11

	Pin No.		Definition
	1		GND
	2		GND
	3		+12V
	4		+12V
Pin No.			Definition
1			3.3V
2			3.3V
3			GND
4			+5V
5			GND
6			+5V
7			GND
8			Power Good
9			5V SB (stand by +5V)
10			+12V
11			3.3V
12			-12V
13			GND
14			PS_ON(soft on/off)
15			GND
16			GND
17			GND
18			-5V
19			+5V
20			+5V

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3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)

The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design.

Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire (GND).

Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent system overheating and failure. Caution!

Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure.

				Pin No.	Definition
				1	GND
		1
				2	+12V
	CPU_FAN
				3	Sense

1 SYS_FAN

5)NB_FAN (Chip Fan Power Connector)

If you install in wrong direction, the chip fan will not work and sometimes the chip fan will even be damaged. (Usually black cable is GND.)

Pin No.	Definition
1	+12V
2	GND

1

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6)FDD (FDD Connector)

The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other end of the cable connects to the FDD drive. The types of FDD drives supported are: 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB. Please connect the red power connector wire to the pin1 position.

34 33

2

1

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7)IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector)

An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).

40

39

2

1

IDE2 IDE1

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8)SATA0_SB / SATA1_SB (Serial ATA Connector)

Serial ATA can provide up to 150MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

		Pin No.	Definition
		1	GND
1	7	2	TXP
		3	TXN
		4	GND
		5	RXN
		6	RXP
		7	GND

9)PWR_LED

PWR_LED is connected with the system power indicator to indicate whether the system is on/off. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode.

	Pin No.	Definition
	1	MPD+
	2	MPD-
1	3	MPD-

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10) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)

Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc. of your chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.

		20	19
		SPEAK-
	Speaker Connector
		SPEAK+
	Power Switch	PW-	NCRES+
		PW+	RES-
	Message LED/	MSG-	HD-
		MSG+	HD+
	Power/	2	1
	Sleep LED

HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED)	Pin 1: LED anode(+)
(Blue)	Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
SPEAK (Speaker Connector)	Pin 1: Power
(Amber)	Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
	Pin 4: Data(-)
RES (Reset Switch)	Open: Normal
(Green)	Close: Reset Hardware System
PW (Power Switch)	Open: Normal
(Red)	Close: Power On/Off
MSG(Message LED/Power/Sleep LED)	Pin 1: LED anode(+)
(Yellow)	Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
NC(Purple)	NC

Reset Switch

IDE Hard Disk

Active LED

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11)F_AUDIO (Front Audio Panel Connector)

If you want to use Front Audio connector, you must remove 5-6, 9-10 Jumper.

In order to utilize the front audio header, your chassis must have front audio connector. Also please make sure the pin assignments for the cable are the same as the pin assignments for the front audio header. To find out if the chassis you are buying support front audio connector, please contact your dealer. Please note, you can have the alternative of using front audio connector or of using rear audio connector to play sound.

			Pin No.	Definition
	10	9	1	MIC
			2	GND
			3	MIC_BIAS
	2	1	4	Power
			5	Front Audio (R)
			6	Rear Audio (R)/ Return R
			7	NC
			8	No Pin
			9	Front Audio (L)
			10	Rear Audio (L)/ Return L

12)CD_IN (CD In Connector)

Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.

			Pin No.	Definition
	1		1	CD-L
			2	GND
			3	GND
			4	CD-R

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