AMD® RS690E Socket AM2
Mini ITX Motherboard
MX690E2
User’s Manual
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MX690E2
FCC Statement
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 FCC RULES. OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE.
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS
FOR A CLASS "A" DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A
COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN
RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND, IF NOT INSTATLLED AND USED IN
A
CCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS.
OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
N
otice
This guide is designed for experienced users to setup the system within the shortest time.
For detailed information, please always refer to the electronic user's manual.
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MX690E2
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and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any on-screen messages you
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Contents
Safety Information ..........................................................................................................5
Technical Support ............................................................................................................6
Conventions Used in This Guide....................................................................................6
Packing List.......................................................................................................................7
Revision History ...............................................................................................................8
Specifications Summary..................................................................................................9
Block Diagram.................................................................................................................12
Production Introduction ...............................................................................................14
1.1 Before you Proceed ................................................................................................14
1.2 Motherboard Overview............................................................................................15
1.2.1 Placement Direction ....................................................................................................................... 15
1.2.2 Screw Holes ................................................................................................................................... 15
1.3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................................................16
1.3.1 Layout Content List ........................................................................................................................ 17
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)................................................................................19
1.4.1 Installing the CPU........................................................................................................................... 20
1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan .............................................................................................23
1.5 System Memory ......................................................................................................26
1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location ................................................................................................................. 26
1.5.2 Memory Configurations .................................................................................................................. 27
1.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM................................................................................................................. 28
1.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM............................................................................................................... 29
1.6 Expansion Slots ......................................................................................................30
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................................................... 30
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card ..................................................................................................... 30
1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments..................................................................................................... 31
1.6.4 PCI Slot .......................................................................................................................................... 31
1.7 Jumpers ..................................................................................................................32
1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRTC).................................................................................................................... 32
1.7.2 COM1 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR1) ............................................................................... 33
1.7.3 COM2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR2) ............................................................................... 33
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Contents
1.8 Connectors..............................................................................................................34
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors.................................................................................................................. 34
1.8.2 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP)............................................................................................ 37
1.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATX12V, ATXPWR) ................................................................................. 38
1.8.4 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN) ............................................................................................. 39
1.8.5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)................................................................................................... 39
1.8.6 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL) ............................................................................................ 40
1.8.7 Amplifier connector (JAMP1) ......................................................................................................... 41
1.8.8 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL) ..................................................................................................... 41
1.8.9 Digital I/O Connector (JDIO) .......................................................................................................... 42
1.8.10 LVDS connector (JLVDS) ..........................................................................................................42
1.8.11 JSPI Connector (JSPI)............................................................................................................... 42
1.8.12 Primary IDE Connector (PRE_IDE) ........................................................................................... 43
1.8.13 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2).................................................................................... 44
1.8.14 USB 2.0 Connector (USB56) ..................................................................................................... 45
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Contents
BIOS Setup......................................................................................................................47
2.1 BIOS Setup Program ..............................................................................................47
2.1.1 Legend Box .................................................................................................................................... 48
2.1.2 List Box........................................................................................................................................... 48
2.1.3 Sub-menu....................................................................................................................................... 48
2.2 BIOS Menu Screen .................................................................................................49
2.2.1 Standard CMOS Features.............................................................................................................. 50
2.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................................................. 52
2.2.3 Advanced Chipset Features........................................................................................................... 57
2.2.4 Integrated Peripherals.................................................................................................................... 59
2.2.5 Security Chip Configuration ........................................................................................................... 63
2.2.6 Power Management Setup............................................................................................................. 64
2.2.7 PC Health Status............................................................................................................................ 65
2.2.8 Load Setup Defaults....................................................................................................................... 67
2.2.9 Save Password .............................................................................................................................. 68
2.2.10 Save & Exit Setup ...................................................................................................................... 69
2.2.11 Exit Without Saving.................................................................................................................... 70
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Safety Information
Electrical safety
z To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
z 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.
z Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
z Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
z 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.
z If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
z Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
z 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.
z To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
z Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
z Place the product on a stable surface.
z 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
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
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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 BCM website for FAQ,
technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information.
Conventions Used in This Guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying 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.
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Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials
have been shipped:
9 1 x MX690E2 Mini ITX Main board
9 1 x CD-ROM contains the followings:
－ User’s manual (this manual in PDF file)
－ Drivers
9 2 x COM cable
9 1 x IDE cable (40-pin)
9 2 x SATA cable kit (SATA/Power)
9 1 x I/O Shield
9 1 x Startup Manual
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your
retailer.
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V 1.00 First release for PCB 1.00 September 23, 2008
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Specifications Summary
CPU
AMD® Socket AM2 Support Athlon 64, Athlon 64 X 2, Sempron
with 2000MHz Hyper Transport support
Chipset
AMD® RS690E + SB600
Memory
Two 200-pin SO-DIMM up to 4GB DDR2 400/533/667/800 SDRAM
Display
Graphics Core by AMD® RS690E with Radeon Xpress1250
Graphic Core
Panel
CRT+DVI-D
Audio
Realtek ALC888 with HD codec
LAN
Realtek RTL8111C PCI-E Gigabit LAN
Expansion
1 x PCI, 1x CF, 1 x Mini PCI-E
I/O
4 x COM, 6 x USB 2.0, 4 x SATA
Features
Others
TPM Module Onboard
System
CPU
AMD® Socket AM2 Support Athlon 64, Athlon 64 X 2, Sempron with 2000MHz
Hyper Transport support
FSB
200/400/600/800/1000 MHZ
BIOS
8MB SPI Award BIOS
System Chipset
AMD RS690E/SB600
I/O Chipset
Winbond W83627DHG-A
Memory
2 x 200-pin DDR2 400/533/667/800MHz up to 4GB
Watchdog Timer
Reset: 1 sec.~255 min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
H/W Status Monitor
Monitoring CPU temperature, voltage, and cooling fan status. Auto throttling
control when CPU overheats
Expansion Slots
1 x PCI, 1 x CF, 1x Mini PCI-E
S3
Yes
Fan Control
Yes
TPM
TPM1.2 (Infineon® TPM chip 9635 TT 1.2 on board)
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Specifications Summary
I/O
MIO
1 x D-Sub, 1 x DVI, 1 x Gigabit LAN, 6 x USB 2.0, 2 x SATA, 4 x RS232,
5W AMP x 2-CH, 1x PS/2(KB and MS), Audio (Mic, Line in/out),1 x IDE
USB
6 x USB 2.0
DIO
8 bit digital I/O, 4 input/ 4 output
Display
Chipset
Integrated in AMD®RS690E (Radeon X1250)
Max. Resolution
2560 x 1440 bpp (@ 75Hz)
Dual Display
CRT+DVI-D
LVDS
LVDS 24Bit Dual Channel
DVI
Supported by RS690E
Audio
Audio Codec
ALC888 5.1-channel Audio Codec
Audio Interface
Mic in, Line in, Line out (3 jack)
Audio Amplifier
TPA3005D2 Stereo 5Watt per channel
Ethernet
LAN1
Realtek RTL8111C PCI-E Gigabit LAN
Ethernet Interface
LAN1 Realtek RTL8111C PCI-E Gigabit LAN
Back I/O Port
Back Panel
Double deck PS2(KB+MS)
Double deck COM(COM1+COM2) pin9 with 5V/12V selection
VGA+DVI
Double deck USB2+USB3
RJ45+2USB ports(USB0+USB1)
5.1-CH Audio I/O 3 phone jacks(Mic in, Line in, Line out)
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Specifications Summary
Internal I/O Connector
Internal I/O
2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports
1 x 20-pin ATX Power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX12V Power connector
1 x 40 pin IDE connector
2 x COM ports
2 x SATA connectors
1 x Audio amplifier connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x CPU Fan connector
1 x System Fan connector
1 x Digital IO header
Mechanical & Environmental
Power Requirement
42W (Max). ( 3.3V, 3.08A , 5V 0.817A, 5VSB 0.387A, 12V 2.18A)
Power Type
ATX
Operating Temperature
0~60°C (32~140°F)
Operating Humidity
0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W)
Mini ITX 6.69" x 6.69" (170 mm x 170 mm)
Weight
0.88 lbs (0.4 Kg)
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Block Diagram
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This chapter describes the main board
features and the new technologies
it supports.
1
Product
introduction
1
Product
introduction
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Production Introduction
1.1 Before you Proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or
change any motherboard settings.
z Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
z 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
z Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on
them.
z Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
z 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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1.2 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.
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.
1.2.1 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.
1.2.2 Screw Holes
Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
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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1.3 Motherboard Layout
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1.3.1 Layout Content List
Slots
Label Function Note Page
CF Compact Flash socket (Rear Side) N/A
MINI_PCIE Mini PCI-E slot N/A
PCI1 PCI slot N/A
SODIMM_A1 200-pin SODIMM slot 1 N/A
SODIMM_B1 200-pin SODIMM slot 2 N/A
Jumpers
Label Function Note Page
CLRTC Clear CMOS 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 32
JCOMPWR1 COM1 RI/+5V/+12V Selection 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 33
JCOMPWR2 COM2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 33
Rear Panel Connector
Label Function Note Page
KBMS PS/2 keyboard and mouse 6-pin Mini-Din 34,36
COM12 Serial Port Connector D-sub 9-pin, male 34,36
VGA_DVI VGA Connector D-sub 15-pin, female 34,36
USB34 USB Connector x 2 36
LAN1_USB12 RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1
USB Connector x 2
34,35
AUDIO Line-in Port, Line-out Port,
Microphone Port,
5.1 Channel Audio I/O (3 jacks) 34,35
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Internal Connector
Label Function Note Page
AAFP Front Panel Audio Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 37
ATX12V ATX Power Connector 2 x 2 header 38
ATXPWR ATX Power Connector 10 x 2 header 38
CHA_FAN Chassis Fan Connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 39
CPU_FAN CPU Fan Connector 4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 39
F_PANEL System Panel Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 40
JAMP1 Amplifier Connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 41
JBKL LCD Inverter Connector 5 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm 41
JDIO Digital I/O Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm 42
JLVDS LVDS Connector HIROSE DF13S-40DP-1.25V 42
JSPI JSPI Connector 4 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 42
PRI_IDE Primary IDE Connector 20 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 43
SATA1, SATA Serial ATA Connectors 1~2
[red]
7-pin header 44
USB56 USB 2.0 Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 45
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1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Phenom, Athlon
64, Athlon 64 x 2, and Sempron processor.
z Make sure the AC power is off before you install the CPU.
z If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the CPU fan cable to the
CPU_FAN connector to ensure system stability.
z The AM2 socket has a different pin out from the 940-pin socket
designed for the AMD Opteron processor. Make sure use a CPU
is designed for the AM2 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct
orientation. DO NOT forces the CPU into the socket to prevent
bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
z Your boxed AMD Phenom / Athlon 64 / Athlon 64 x 2, and
Sempron 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.
z 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
components. Your place of purchase or local distributor will
shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is
shipment/transit-related.
z 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 CPU socket.
z The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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1.4.1 Installing the CPU
1. Locate the CPU socket on the
motherboard.
Before installing the CPU,
make sure that the socket
box is facing towards you and
the load lever is on your left.
2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever
sideways, then lift it up to 90º~100º
angle.
Make sure that the socket
lever is lifted up to 90º ~ 100º
angle; otherwise the CPU
does not fit in completely.
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3. Position the CPU above the socket
such that the CPU corner with the gold
triangle matches the socket corner with
a small triangle.
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket
until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one
correct orientation. DO NOT
forces the CPU into the
socket prevent bending the
pins and damaging the CPU.
5. When the CPU is in place, push down
the socket lever to secure the CPU.
The lever clicks on the side tab to
indicate that is locked.
6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan
following the instructions that came
with the heatsink package.
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7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard.
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring
errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the
motherboard.
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1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan
The AMD Athlon 64 x 2 / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor requires a specially designed
heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
z Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU
fan and heatsink assembly.
z When you buy a boxed AMD processor, the package includes the
CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately,
make sure that you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly.
1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the fits properly on
the retention module base.
z The retention module base is already installed on the
motherboard upon purchase.
z You do not have to remove the retention module base when
installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components.
z If you purchase a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly,
make sure that a Thermal interface material is properly applied to
the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan
assembly.
Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with
installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and retention
mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU
documentation, follow the latter.
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2. Attach one end of the retention bracket
to the retention module base.
3. Align the other end of the retention
bracket (near the retention bracket lock)
to the retention module base. A clicking
sound denotes that the retention bracket
is in place.
Make sure that the fan and
heatsink assembly perfectly
fits the retention mechanism
module base; otherwise, you
cannot snap the retention
bracket in place.
4. Push down the retention bracket lock on
the retention mechanism to secure the
heatsink and fan to the module base.
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5. Connect the CPU fan cable to the
CPU_FAN connector on the
motherboard.
z 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.
z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the
motherboard.
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1.5 System Memory
1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location
The motherboard comes with two 200-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) SODIMM sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 200-pin
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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1.5.2 Memory Configurations
You can install 256MB, 512MB, 1GB and 2GB DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs into the SODIMM
sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
z Installing DDR2 DIMM other than the recommended
configurations may cause memory sizing error or system boot
failure. Use any of the recommended configurations.
z For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory
module(s) installed per channel must be the same (DIMM1 =
DIMM2).
z Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor.
z Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less
than 1 GB system memory when you installed one 1 GB DDR2
memory modules.
z 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.
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1.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM
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. Locate the DIMM socket on the board.
2. Hold two edges of the DIMM module carefully, and keep away of touching its
connectors.
3. Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot.
4. Firmly press the modules into the socket automatically snaps into the mounting notch.
Do not force the DIMM module in with extra force as the DIMM module only fit in one
direction.
z 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.
z The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT
install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM socket.
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1.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM
1. Press the two ejector tabs on the slot outward simultaneously, and then pull out the
DIMM module.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the ejector
tabs. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
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1.6 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.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.6.1 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 completely
seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
1.6.2 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.
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1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments
* There IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI device.
1.6.4 PCI Slot
This motherboard has one PCI slot. The PCI slot
supports card 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.
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 IRQ holder for PCI streering*
6 14 Floppy 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
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1.7 Jumpers
1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRTC)
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 passwords. 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 the cap on pins 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.
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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1.7.2 COM1 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR1)
+5V (Default)
+12V
Ring
1.7.3 COM2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR2)
+5V (Default)
+12V
Ring
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1.8 Connectors
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors
No Label Function Description
1 KBMS PS/2 mouse connector The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is
for a PS/2 mouse.
2 COM12 Serial port connector D-Sub 9-pin, male
3 VGA_DVI
LAN (RJ-45) connector
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 LAN_USB12
ACT / LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection
Blinking Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection
5 AUDIO 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
6 AUDIO Line-Out port (Lime) This port connects a headphone or a
speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and
8-channel configuration, the function of this
port becomes Front Speaker Out.
7 AUDIO Microphone port (Pink) This port connects a microphone.
Headset
Port
2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Light Blue Line in Line in Line in Line in
Lime Line out Front speaker out Front speaker out Front speaker out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
8 LAN_USB12 USB 2.0 connector These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function
of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.
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No Label Function Description
9 USB34 USB 2.0 connector These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
10 VGA_DVI VGA port This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
11 COM12 Serial port connector D-Sub 9-pin, male
12 KBMS PS/2 KB connector This port is for a PS/2 keyboard
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1.8.2 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.
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.
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1.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATX12V, ATXPWR)
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
Important notes on the Motherboard Power Requirements
z 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.
z You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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1.8.4 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN)
1.8.5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)
z 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.
z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
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1.8.6 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
z 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.
z 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.
z 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 flashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
z 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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1.8.7 Amplifier connector (JAMP1)
1.8.8 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL)
z Signal Description
Signal Signal Description
VR Bright adjust. Vadj=0.75V ~ 4.25V
(Recommended: 4.7KΩ, > 1/16W)
ENBKL LCD backlight ON/OFF control signal
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1.8.9 Digital I/O Connector (JDIO)
1.8.10 LVDS connector (JLVDS)
1.8.11 JSPI Connector (JSPI)
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1.8.12 Primary IDE Connector (PRE_IDE)
z Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE cable to Pin
1.
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1.8.13 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.
SATA1
SATA2
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.
z Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA.
z When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the
primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 connector.
SATA2
SATA1
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1.8.14 USB 2.0 Connector (USB56)
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.
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB module is purchased separately.
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This chapter tells how to change
the system set tings through the BIOS
setup menus. Detailed descriptions
of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
2
BIOS setup
2
BIOS setup
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BIOS Setup
2.1 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 menu-driven
program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from
the available options using the navigation keys.
z 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
default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.
Select the Load Optimized Defaults from the BIOS menu
screen.
z The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
z Visit the system builder’s website to download the latest BIOS file
for this motherboard
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2.1.1 Legend Box
The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus
Key(s) Function Description
←
Select Screen
↑↓
Select Item
+ - Change Option / Field
Enter Go to Sub Screen
PGDN Next Page
PGUP Previous Page
HOME Go to Top of Screen
END Go to Bottom of Screen
F2/F3 Change Colors
F7 Discard Changes
F8 Load Failsafe Defaults
F9 Load Optimal Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
2.1.2 List Box
This box appears only in the opening screen. The box displays an initial list of configurable
items in the menu you selected.
2.1.3 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.
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2.2 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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2.2.1 Standard CMOS Features
The Standard CMOS Features screen gives you an overview of the basic system.
2.2.1.1 Date [Day, xx/ xx/ xxxx]
The date format is <week>, <month>, <day>, <year>.
2.2.1.2 Time [xx : xx : xx]
The time format is <hour><minute><second>, based on the 24-hour clock.
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2.2.1.3 IDE Channel 0/1/2/3/4/5 Master / Slave / SATA1 / SATA2
z IDE HDD Auto-Detection
[Press Enter]
to select this option for automatic device detection.
z IDE Device Setup
[Auto]: Automatically detects IDE devices during POST
[None]: Select this when no IDE device is used. The system will skip the auto-detection
setup to make system start up faster.
[Manual]: User can manually input the correct settings.
9 Access Mode: The options are CHS/LBA/Large/Auto
9 Capacity: Capacity of currently installed hard disk
9 Cylinder: Number of cylinders
9 Head: Number of heads
9 Precomp: Write precomp
9 Landing Zone: Landing zone
9 Sector: Number of sectors
2.2.1.4 Halt On
Set the system to halt on errors according to the system functions specified in each option.
Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard] [All, But Diskette] [All, But
Disk/Key]
2.2.1.5 Memory
This category displays base memory, extended memory, and total memory detected during
POST (Power On Self Test).
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2.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features
The “Advanced BIOS Features” screen appears when choosing the “Advanced BIOS
Features” item from the “Initial Setup Screen” menu. It allows the user to configure the
motherboard according to his particular requirements. Below are some major items that are
provided in the Advanced BIOS Features screen. A quick booting function is provided for
your convenience. Simply enable the Quick Booting item to save yourself valuable time.
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2.2.2.1 CPU Features
z Virtualization Technology
When enabled, a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provide by Vander
pool Technology.
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2.2.2.2 Hard Disk Boot Priority
Set hard disk boot device priority.
2.2.2.3 Quick Power On Self Test
This allows the system to skip certain tests to speed up the boot-up procedure.
Item Description
Enabled Enable quick POST
Disabled Normal POST
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2.2.2.4 First / Second / Third Boot Device
The BIOS tries to load the OS from the devices in the sequence set here. The options are:
Item Description
Floppy Floppy Device
LS120 LS120 Device
HDD-0 First Hard Disk Device
SCSI SCSI Device
CDROM CDROM Device
HDD-1 Secondary Hard Disk Device
HDD-2 Third Hard Disk Device
HDD-3 Fourth Hard Disk Device
ZIP100 ZIP-100 Device
USB-FDD USB Floppy Device
USB-ZIP USB ZIP Device
USB-CDROM USB CDROM Device
USB-HDD USB Hard Disk Device
LAN Network Device
Disabled Disabled any boot device
2.2.2.5 Boot Other Device
Use this to boot another device. The options are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.2.6 Boot Up NumLock Status
Set the boot up Num Lock status. The options are “On” and “Off”.
Item Description
On Enable NumLock
Off Disable NumLock
2.2.2.7 Gate A20 Option
Item Description
Normal A pin in the keyboard controller controls GateA20
Fast Lets chipset control GateA20 (Default)
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2.2.2.8 Security Option
This category determines whether the password is required when the sys- tem boots up or
only when entering setup. The options are:
Item Description
System
The system will not boot and access to Setup will be denied if the
correct password is not entered at the prompt.
Setup
The system will boot, but access to Setup will be denied if the correct
password is not entered at the prompt.
To disable security, select PASSWORD SETTING at Main Menu and
then you will be asked to enter password. Do not type anything and
just press <Enter>, it will disable security. Once the security is
disabled, the system will boot and you can enter Setup freely.
2.2.2.9 APIC Mode
This setting allows you to enable the APIC mode. The choices are “Disabled” or “Enabled.”
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2.2.3 Advanced Chipset Features
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2.2.3.1 UMA Frame Buffer Size
The options: Auto, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB
2.2.3.2 Current UMA Size
The options: 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB
2.2.3.3 Video Display Device
The options: CRT only, LCD only, DFP only, CRT + LCD, CRT + DFP, LCD + DFP
2.2.3.4 Panel Types
The options:
[None LVDS]
[640x480 18bits]
[800x600 18bits]
[1024x768 18bits]
[1280x600 18bits]
[1280x800 18bit]
[1280x1024 18bis]
[1400x1050 18bits]
[1600x1200 18bits]
[1680x1050 18bits]
[1920x1200 18bits]
[2048x1536 18bits]
[640x480 24bits]
[800x600 24bits]
[1024x768 24bits]
[1280x600 24bits]
[1280x800 24bit]
[1280x1024 24bits]
[1400x1050 24bits]
[1600x1200 24bits]
[1680x1050 24bits]
[1920x1200 24bits]
[2048x1536 24bits]
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2.2.4 Integrated Peripherals
Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.
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2.2.4.1 OnChip IDE Device
z IDE DMA Transfer Access
Use this field to enable or disable IDE DMA transfer access.
z On-Chip IDE Channel
The options: Enabled, Disabled.
z Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO/UMDA
The channel has both a master and a slave, making four IDE devices possible. Because
two IDE devices may have a different Mode timing (0, 1, 2, 3, 4), it is necessary for these to
be independent. The default setting “Auto” will allow auto detection to ensure optimal
performance.
z On-Chip SATA Controller
The options: Enabled, Disabled.
z On-Chip SATA Type
The options: Native IDE, RAID, AHCI, Legacy IDE, IDE->AHCI
z IDE HDD Block Mode
If the IDE hard drive supports block mode select Enabled for automatic detection of the
optimal number of block read/writes per sector the drive can support.
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2.2.4.2 OnChip PCI Device
z HD Azalia Audio
This item allows you to Enabled/Disabled Azalia/AC97 chipset.
The options: Auto, AC97 Audio only, Disabled.
z USB 1.0 Controller
This item allows you to set the USB Controller.
The options: Enabled, Disabled.
z USB 2.0 Controller
This item allows you to set the USB 2.0 Controller.
The options: Enabled, Disabled.
z USB Operation Mode
Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12
Mbps). Configuration options: [Full/Low Speed] [HiSpeed]
z USB Storage Function
The choices: Disabled, Enabled.
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2.2.4.3 Onboard LAN Boot ROM
The options are [disabled], [enable].
2.2.4.4 Onboard Serial Port
Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the first and second serial ports.
The choice: [Disabled], [3F8/IRQ4], [2F8/IRQ3], [3E8/IRQ4], [2E8/IRQ3], [AUTO]
2.2.4.5 PWRON After PWR-Fail
The options are [off], [on].
2.2.4.6 Watch Dog Timer Select
This option will determine watch dog timer. The choices: Disabled, 10, 20, 30, 40 Sec. 1, 2,
4 Min.
2.2.4.7 Serial Port Use IRQ
Select an IRQ for the third, forth, fifth and sixth serial ports.
The options: IRQ3, IRQ4, IRQ5, IRQ9, IRQ10, IRQ11
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2.2.5 Security Chip Configuration
2.2.5.1 TPM Support
The options: Enable, Disable
2.2.5.2 TPM Status
The options:
[No Change]: Keep current status
[Clear]: Rest configurations
[Enable & Activate]: TPM Enabling
[Deactivate & Disable]: TPM Disable
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2.2.6 Power Management Setup
The power management setup controls the single board computer's “green” features to
save power. The following screen shows the manufacturer’s defaults.
2.2.6.1 ACPI Function
The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.6.2 ACPI Suspend Type
This item allows you to set ACPI suspend type to S1/POS(Power On Suspend) or
S3/STR(Suspend To RAM).
2.2.6.3 PowerOn by PCI Card
The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.6.4 RTC Alarm Resume
When “Enabled”, set the date and time at which the RTC (real-time clock) alarm awakens
the system from suspend mode. The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
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2.2.7 PC Health Status
This section shows the status of your CPU, Fan & System
2.2.7.1 CPU FAN Profile Mode
The options: Optimal / Silent /Performance / Disable
2.2.7.2 CPU Temperature Protect
This item allows you to set the CPU temperature that is decided when the system have to
shut down to protect CPU. The options: 60℃/140℉, 65℃/149℉, 70℃/158℉, Disabled.
2.2.7.3 System Temperature
This shows you the current temperature of system.
2.2.7.4 CPU Temperature
This shows the current CPU temperature.
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2.2.7.5 Chassis FAN Speed
This shows the Chassis FAN Speed (RPM).
2.2.7.6 CPU FAN Speed
This shows the CPU FAN Speed.(RPM)
2.2.7.7 Vcore and Others Voltage
This shows the voltage of VCORE, +5V, +12V, VCC(V), VBAT(V), and 3VSB(V).
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2.2.8 Load Setup Defaults
Use this menu to load the BIOS default values that are factory settings for optimal
performance system operations. While Award has designed the custom BIOS to maximize
performance, the factory has the right to change these defaults to meet their needs.
Press <Y> to load the default values setting for optimal performance system operations.
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2.2.9 Save Password
You can set password. It is able to enter/change the options of setup menus.
Follow these steps to change the password.
z Choose the “Set Password” option from the “Initial Setup Screen” menu and press
<Enter>. The screen displays the following message:
z Please Enter Your Password
z Press <Enter>.
z If the CMOS is good and this option has been used to change the default password,
the user is asked for the password stored in the CMOS. The screen displays the
following message:
Please Confirm Your Password
z Type the current password and press <Enter>.
z After pressing <Enter> (ROM password) or the current password (user-defined), you
can change the password stored in the CMOS. The password must be no longer than
eight (8) characters. Remember, to enable the password setting feature, you must first
select either “Setup” or “System” from the “Advanced BIOS Features” menu.
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2.2.10 Save & Exit Setup
If you select this and press <Enter>, the values entered in the setup utilities will be recorded
in the CMOS memory of the chipset. The processor will check this every time you turn your
system on and compare this to what it finds as it checks the system. This record is required
for the sys- tem to operate.
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2.2.11 Exit Without Saving
Selecting this option and pressing <Enter> lets you exit the setup program without
recording any new values or changing old ones.
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