AMD GA-M61VME-S2 User Manual

GA-M61VME-S2

AMD Socket AM2 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-M61VMES2-1001R

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Motherboard

GA-M61VME-S2

Motherboard

GA-M61VME-S2

Sept. 5, 2006

Sept. 5, 2006

Copyright

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

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Table of Contents

ItemChecklist .................................................................................................................		6
OptionalAccessories ......................................................................................................		6
GA-M61VME-S2 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................		7
Block Diagram ................................................................................................................		8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ....................................................................................		9
1-1	Considerations Prior to Installation ....................................................................	9
1-2	Feature Summary ..........................................................................................	10
1-3	Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler .......................................................	12
1-3-1 Installation of the CPU .........................................................................................		12
1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler ............................................................................		13
1-4	Installation of Memory ....................................................................................	14
1-5	Installation of Expansion Cards ......................................................................	15
1-5-1 Graphics Card Support List ................................................................................		16
1-6	I/O Back Panel Introduction ...........................................................................	17
1-7	Connectors Introduction ..................................................................................	18
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ................................................................................................		29
The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : F1) .......................................................		30
2-1	Standard CMOS Features .............................................................................	32
2-2	Advanced BIOS Features ..............................................................................	34
2-3	Integrated Peripherals .....................................................................................	36
2-4	Power Management Setup .............................................................................	39
2-5	PnP/PCI Configurations .................................................................................	41
2-6	PC Health Status ...........................................................................................	42
2-7	Load Fail-Safe Defaults ...................................................................................	44
2-8	Load Optimized Defaults .................................................................................	44
2-9	Set Supervisor/User Password .....................................................................	45
2-10	Save & Exit Setup .........................................................................................	46
2-11	Exit Without Saving .......................................................................................	46

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ......................................................................................		47
3-1	Install Chipset Drivers ....................................................................................	47
3-2	SoftwareApplications .....................................................................................	48
3-3	Driver CD 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	EasyTune 5 Introduction .....................................................................................	51
	4-1-2	Xpress Recovery2 Introduction .........................................................................	52
	4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction ........................................................................		54
	4-1-4	Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) ........................................................................	63
	4-1-5	2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Introduction ......................................................	73
4-2	Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................		79

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Item Checklist

IDE Cable x 1 & FDD Cable x 1

SATA 3Gb/s Cable x 1

I/O Shield

* The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice.

Optional Accessories

2 Ports USB2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-51/R)

4 Ports USB2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-21/R)

COM Port Cable (Part Number: 12CF1-1CM001-31/R)

SPDIF In and Out Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1SPINO-11/R)

5.1/7.1 Surround Cable (Part Number: 12CF1-1AU004-01R )

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GA-M61VME-S2 Motherboard Layout

Socket AM2

KB_MS	ATX_12V
COMA
LPT
VGA
R_USB	CPU_FAN
USB	LAN	IT8716	GA-M61VME-S2
AUDIO		CI
	F_AUDIO		PCIE_16
				DDRII1	DDRII2
HDA_SUR
	BIOS	CLR_CMOS
	PCIE_1		BATTERY
Realtek				nVIDIA®
8201
				GeForce 6100/
			PCI1
				nForce 400
CD_IN
	CODEC		PCI2	SYS_FAN
		COMB	FDD
SPDIF_IO
				PWR_LED

ATX

IDE

SATAII 0 SATAII 1

F_USB2

F_USB1

F_PANEL

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Block Diagram

PCIe CLK

AMD

CPU CLK+/-(200 MHz)

(100 MHz)

DDRII 800/667/533/400 MHz DIMM

Socket AM2

CPU

Dual Channel Memory

			Hyper Transport Bus
			PCI Express x1
				VGA
	PCI Express x1 Bus
		x 1
	PCIe CLK		nVIDIA®	2 SATA 3Gb/s
	(100 MHz)		GeForce 6100/	ATA33/66/100/133
			nForce 400	IDE Channel
	1 PCI Express x1
				LPC BUS	Floppy
	LAN		Realtek		LPT Port
		RJ45		IT8716
			8201
					COM Ports
	PCI Bus
					PS/2 KB/Mouse
			CODEC	BIOS

2 PCI

Speaker Out	Speaker Out Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out
Surround	Center/Subwoofer Side

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 AM2 for AMD AthlonTM 64 FX / AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core /
		AthlonTM 64 / SempronTM processor
Front Side Bus		2000 MHz
Chipset		nVIDIA® GeForce 6100/nForce 400 chipset
LAN		Realtek 8201 phy (10/100Mbit)
Audio		Onboard Realtek ALC883 CODEC chip
	Supports High Definition Audio
		Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio (Note 1)
	Supports SPDIF In / Out connection
	Supports CD In connection
Storage		nVIDIA® GeForce 6100/nForce 400 chipset
		- 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD devices
		- 1 IDE connectors (IDE) with UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133
			support, allowing connection of 2 IDE devices
		- 2 SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATAII 0, SATAII 1), allowing connection of
			2 SATA 3Gb/s devices
		- Supports data striping (RAID 0), mirroring (RAID 1) for Serial ATA
O.S Support		Microsoft Windows 2000/XP
Memory		2	DDRII DIMM memory slots (supports up to 8 GB memory) (Note 2)
	Supports dual channel DDRII 800/667/533/400 DIMMs
	Supports 1.8V DDRII DIMMs
Expanstion Slots		1	PCI Express x16 slot (Note 3)
	1 PCI Express x1 slot
		2	PCI slots
Internal Connectors		1 24-pin ATX power connector
	1 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
		1 floppy connector
		1 IDE connector
		2 SATA 3Gb/s connectors
	1 CPU fan connector
	1 system fan connector
	1 front panel connector
	1 front audio connector
	1 CD In connector
		1 COMB connector
	1 power LED connector
	2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cables
	1 SPDIF In/Out connector

1 Chassis Intrusion connector1 HDA_SUR connector

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Rear Panel I/O		1 PS/2 keyboard port
	1 PS/2 mouse port
		1 parallel port
		1 COMA port
		1 VGA port
	4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
		1 RJ-45 port
	3 audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In)
I/O Control		IT8716 chip
Hardware Monitor		System voltage detection
	CPU / System temperature detection
	CPU / System fan speed detection
	System / CPU warning temperature
	CPU / System fan failure warning
	Supports CPU Smart Fan function (Note 4)
BIOS		1 4 Mbit flash ROM
	Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
Additional Features		Supports @BIOS
		Supports Download Center
		Supports Q-Flash
	Supports EasyTune (Note 5)
		Supports Xpress Install
		Supports Xpress Recovery2
	Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue
Bundle Software		Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Form Factor		Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 22.5cm

(Note 1) To set up an 8 channel audio configuration, you must use 5.1/7.1 Surround Cable (optional). (Note 2) Due to the limitation of Windows 32-bit operating system, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory available for the operating system will be less than

4 GB; Windows 64-bit operating system doesn't have such limitation.

(Note 3) The GA-M61VME-S2 supports up to PCI Express x1 mode. (please refer to the VGA cards support list on page 16~17)

(Note 4) Whether the CPU Smart FAN Control function is supported will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 5) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

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1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler

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 pin 1 marking (the small triangle) on 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 paste between the CPU and CPU cooler.

4.Please make sure the CPU cooler 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 CPU 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 CPU. The pin 1 location is designated on the CPU by a small triangle that corresponds to a triangle marking on the socket as shown in Fig. 2. Align the CPU to the socket and gently lower it into place. Do not force the CPU into the socket.

Socket Lever

Pin One

Fig.1

Position lever at a 90 degree angle.

Fig.2

Pin 1 location on the socket and CPU.

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 CPU Cooler

Fig.1

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

Fig.2

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

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

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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 DDRII 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

DDRII

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-M61VME-S2 supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of Memory Bus will double.

Due to CPU limitation, if you wish to operate the Dual Channel Technology, follow the guidelines below:

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

2.To enable Dual Channel mode with two 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.

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 a PCI Express x16 expansion card:

Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked by the latch at the end of the PCI Express x16 slot. When you try uninstall the VGA card, please press the latch as the picture to the left shows to release the card.

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1-5-1 Graphics Card Support List

(The items below are all supported under the Windows XP operating system. When using an add-on graphics card, please first delete the onboard graphics driver before installing the driver for the add-on graphics card.)

Figure 1. PCI Express x16 Cards
Graphics Chip	Maker	Model Name
Nvidia	Gigabyte	GV-NX53128D
	Gigabyte	GV-NX57128D
	Gigabyte	GV-NX59128D
	Gigabyte	GV-NX62128D
	Gigabyte	GV-NX66128DP2
	Gigabyte	GV-NX68T256DH
	Gigabyte	GV-NX55128DP
	Gigabyte	GV-NX68U256D-B
	Gigabyte	GV-NX62TC128D
	Gigabyte	GV-3D1
	Gigabyte	GV-NX66L128DP
	Gigabyte	GV-NX68256D
	Gigabyte	GV-NX78X256V-B
	Gigabyte	GV-NX78T256V-B
	Gigabyte	GV-NX79T256DP-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-NX76G256D-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-NX73T256D-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-NX73L128D-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-NX65128DE
	Nvidia	P502/P602
	Nvidia	7900GTX
	ASUS	EN6600GT/TD/128
	ASUS	EN6600/TD/128
	MSI	NX6800GT-TD256E
	Leadtek	WinFast PX6600GT TDH
	ELSA	GLADIAC 760GT
	ELSA	GLADIAC 790GT
ATi	Gigabyte	GV-RX30S128D
	Gigabyte	GV-RX30HM128D
	Gigabyte	GV-RX30128D
	Gigabyte	GV-RX60P128DE
	Gigabyte	GV-RX60X128V
	Gigabyte	GV-RX70128D
	Gigabyte	GV-RX70P128D
	Gigabyte	GV-RX80T256V
	Gigabyte	GV-RX80L256V
	Gigabyte	GV-RX80256D
	Gigabyte	GV-RX55128D
	Gigabyte	GV-RX85T256V-B
	Gigabyte	GV-RC850T256D-B
	Gigabyte	GV-RX13P256D-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-RX16P256D-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-RX18L256V-B
	Gigabyte	GV-RX18T512V-B

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Figure 1-1. PCI Express x16 Cards
Graphics Chip	Maker	Model Name
ATi	Gigabyte	GV-RX19X512VB-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-RX16P256DE-RH
	Gigabyte	GV-RX13128D-RH
	ASUS	AX800XT
	ASUS	AX700PRO
	MSI	RX600 XT-TD128
VIA	S3	GammaChrome S18

1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction

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.

Serial Port (COMA)

Devices like mouses, modems, and etc. can be connected to Serial port.

VGA Port

Monitor can be connected to VGA port.

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 Fast Ethernet, supporting data transfer speeds of 10/100Mbps.

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Line In

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

Line Out (Front Speaker Out)

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

MIC In

Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.

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

2. To set up an 8 channel audio configuration, you must use 5.1/7.1 Surround Cable (optional).

1-7 Connectors Introduction

1

						2
	3
	16					5
	10
	13
	17					7
	18
						14
	11
	12	15	6	4	8	9
1)	ATX_12V		10)	F_AUDIO
2)	ATX (Power Connector)		11)	CD_IN
3)	CPU_FAN		12)	SPDIF_IO
4)	SYS_FAN		13)	HDA_SUR
5)	IDE		14)	F_USB1 / F_USB2
6)	FDD		15)	COMB
7)	SATAII 0 / SATAII 1		16)	CI
8)	PWR_LED		17)	CLR_CMOS
9)	F_PANEL		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.

If you use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; otherwise, please do not remove it.

																Pin No.	Definition
												2				1	GND
															1	2	GND
												4			3	3	+12V
																4	+12V

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13	1	Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
		1	3.3V	13	3.3V
		2	3.3V	14	-12V
		3	GND	15	GND
		4	+5V	16	PS_ON(soft On/Off)
		5	GND	17	GND
		6	+5V	18	GND
		7	GND	19	GND
		8	Power Good	20	-5V
		9	5V SB(stand by +5V)	21	+5V
		10	+12V	22	+5V
		11	+12V(Only for 24-pin ATX)	23	+5V (Only for 24-pin ATX)
24	12	12	3.3V(Only for 24-pin ATX)	24	GND(Only for 24-pin ATX)

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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/4-pin (only for CPU_FAN) 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).

Remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to prevent CPU damage or system hanging caused by overheating.

CPU_FAN:

								Pin No.	Definition
1								1	GND
								2	+12V/Speed Control
					CPU_FAN			3	Sense
								4	Speed Control

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

5)IDE (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). Before attaching the IDE cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the IDE connector.

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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. Before attaching the FDD cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector.

33	1
34	2

7)SATAII 0 / SATAII 1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)

SATA 3Gb/s can provide up to 300MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

																					Pin No.	Definition
											7				1						1	GND
													SATAII 0								2	TXP
																					3	TXN
																					4	GND
													SATAII 1								5	RXN
											1				7						6	RXP
																					7	GND

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8)PWR_LED

The PWR_LED connector 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	1	MPD+
		2	MPD-
		3	MPD-

9)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.

Speaker Connector

Message LED/

Power/

Power

Sleep LED

Switch

	MSG+ MSGPW+ PW-	SPEAK+	SPEAK-
	2		20
	1		19
	HD+ HDRES- RES+ NC
	Reset Switch
	IDE Hard Disk Active LED
HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED)	Pin 1: LED anode(+)
	Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
SPEAK (Speaker Connector)	Pin 1: Power
	Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
	Pin 4: Data(-)
RES (Reset Switch)	Open: Normal
	Close: Reset Hardware System
PW (Power Switch)	Open: Normal
	Close: Power On/Off
MSG (Message LED/Power/Sleep LED)	Pin 1: LED anode(+)
	Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
NC	NC

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10)F_AUDIO (Front Audio Connector)

This connector supports either HD (High Definition) or AC97 front panel audio module. If you wish to use the front audio function, connect the front panel audio module to this connector. Check the pin assignments carefully while you connect the front panel audio module. Incorrect connection between the module and connector will make the audio device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer.

																10	9
																2	1
														HD Audio:			AC'97 Audio:
															Pin No.	Definition		Pin No.		Definition
															1	MIC2_L		1		MIC
															2	GND		2		GND
															3	MIC2_R		3		MIC Power
															4	-ACZ_DET		4		NC
															5	LINE2_R		5		Line Out (R)
															6	FSENSE1		6		NC
															7	FAUDIO_JD		7		NC
															8	No Pin		8		No Pin
															9	LINE2_L		9		Line Out (L)
															10	FSENSE2		10		NC

By default, the audio driver is configured to support HD Audio. To connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, please refer to the instructions on Page 78 about the software settings.

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11)CD_IN (CD In Connector)

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

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

12)SPDIF_IO (SPDIF In/Out Connector)

The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to an external Dolby Digital Decoder. Use this feature only when your stereo system has digital input function. Use SPDIF IN feature only when your device has digital output function. Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IO connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the SPDIF cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional SPDIF cable, please contact your local dealer.

										5			1	Pin No.	Definition
														1	Power
										6			2	2	No Pin
														3	SPDIF
														4	SPDIFI
														5	GND
														6	GND

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13)HDA_SUR (Surround Center Connector)

Attach the connector of the 5.1/7.1 Surround Cable (optional) to this connector.

																Pin No.	Definition
																1	LEF_P
																2	SURR_RR
												2			14	3	CEN_P
																4	SURR_LL
												1				5	CEN_JD
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																6	SURR_JD
																7	GND
																8	-SUR_DET
																9	GND
																10	No Pin
																11	GND
																12	S_SURR_JD
																13	S_SURR_LL
																14	S_SURR_RR

14)F_USB1 / F_USB2 / (Front USB Connectors)

Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer.

														Pin No.	Definition
														1	Power (5V)
														2	Power (5V)
										2			10	3	USB DX-
														4	USB Dy-
										1			9	5	USB DX+
														6	USB Dy+
														7	GND
														8	GND
														9	No Pin
														10	NC

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15)COMB (COMB Connector)

Be careful with the polarity of the COMB connector. Check the pin assignments while you connect the COMB cable. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional COMB cable.

														Pin No.	Definition
														1	NDCDB-
														2	NSINB
										9			1	3	NSOUTB
														4	NDTRB-
														5	GND
										10			2	6	NDSRB-
														7	NRTSB-
														8	NCTSB-
														9	NRIB-
														10	No Pin

16)CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open)

This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup.

		Pin No.	Definition
	1	1	Signal
		2	GND

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17)CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS)

You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by this header. To clear CMOS, temporarily short the two pins. Default doesn't include the jumper to avoid improper use of this header.

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS

18) BATTERY

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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

If you want to erase CMOS...

1.Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Gently take out the battery and put it aside for about one minute. (Or you can use a metal object to connect the positive and negative pins in the battery holder to makethem short for five seconds.)

3.Re-install the battery.

4.Plug the power cord in and turn on the computer.

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