A68N-5200/A68N-5000/A68N-3800/A68N-2100
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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quando ad esso applicabili
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whenever these laws may be applied
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................................... |
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Before You Start......................................................................... |
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Package Checklist..................................................................... |
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Motherboard Specifications ....................................................... |
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Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................. |
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Rear Panel Connectors ............................................................. |
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Motherboard Layout .................................................................. |
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Chapter 2: Hardware Installation................................................ |
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Connect Cooling Fans............................................................... |
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Install System Memory .............................................................. |
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Expansion Slots......................................................................... |
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Jumper Setting .......................................................................... |
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Headers & Connectors .............................................................. |
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Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software............................................. |
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UEFI BIOS Setup .................................................................... |
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BIOS Update ........................................................................... |
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Software................................................................................... |
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Chapter 4: Useful Help .............................................................. |
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Driver Installation..................................................................... |
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Extra Information ..................................................................... |
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AMI BIOS Beep Code.............................................................. |
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Troubleshooting....................................................................... |
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Appendix: SPEC In Other Languages...................................... |
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Arabic ......................................................................................................... |
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French ........................................................................................................ |
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Italian .......................................................................................................... |
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Japanese .................................................................................................... |
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Russian....................................................................................................... |
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1Before You Start
Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:
Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient lighting.
Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation.
Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static bag, ground yourself properly by touching any safely grounded appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to remove the static charge.
Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the rear side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board on the edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.
Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the case after installation. Loose parts will cause short circuits which may damage the equipment.
Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat source, humid air and water.
The operating temperatures of the computer should be 0 to 45 degrees Celsius.
To avoid injury, be careful of:
Sharp pins on headers and connectors
Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit
1.2Package Checklist
;Serial ATA Cable x2
;Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case x1
;Installation Guide x1
;Fully Setup Driver DVD x1
Note: The package contents may be different due to the sales region or models in which it was sold. For more information about the standard package in your region, please contact your dealer or sales representative.
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1.3Motherboard Specifications
Specifications
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A68N-5200: A6-5200 (Quad core 2.0GHz, 25W) |
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CPU Support |
A68N-5000: A4-5000 (Quad core 1.5GHz, 15W) |
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A68N-3800: E2-3800 |
(Quad core 1.3 GHz, 15W) |
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A68N-2100: E1-2100 |
(Dual core 1.0 GHz, 9W) |
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Supports Single Channel DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600 |
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(*A68N-2100 is only for DDR3 800/1066/1333) |
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Memory |
2 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 16 GB Memory |
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Each DIMM supports non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3 module |
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* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for Memory support list. |
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Storage |
2x SATA 6Gb/s Connector, Supports Native IDE, AHCI Mode |
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LAN |
Realtek RTL 8111G |
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10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s auto negotiation, Half / Full duplex capability |
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Audio Codec |
ALC662, 5.1 Channels, High Definition Audio |
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USB |
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USB 3.0 port (2 on rear I/Os) |
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USB 2.0 port (2 on rear I/Os and 4 via internal headers) |
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Expansion Slots |
1x PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot (x4) |
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1x PS/2 Mouse |
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PS/2 Keyboard |
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HDMI Port |
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Rear I/Os |
1x VGA Port |
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LAN port |
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USB 2.0 Port |
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USB 3.0 Port |
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Audio Jack |
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SATA 6.0Gb/s Connector |
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USB 2.0 Header (each header supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) |
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4-Pin Power Connector |
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24-Pin Power Connector |
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1x CPU Fan Connector |
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System Fan Connector |
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Internal I/Os |
1x Front Panel Header |
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Front Audio Header |
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1x Clear CMOS Header |
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Printer Port Header |
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Serial Port Header |
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S/PDIF out Connector |
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Form Factor |
mini-ITX Form Factor, 170 mm x 170 mm |
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Windows XP / 7 / 8 / 8.1 |
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OS Support |
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without |
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notice. |
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1.4Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard is equipped with an onboard AMD procrssor and a CPU cooler.
Model Name: |
Onboard CPU: |
On-board Graphics |
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A68N-5200 |
A6-5200 |
(Quad core 2.0GHz, 25W) |
HD 8400 (DX11.1) |
A68N-5000 |
A4-5000 |
(Quad core 1.5GHz, 15W) |
HD 8210 (DX11.1) |
A68N-3800 |
E2-3800 |
(Quad core 1.3 GHz, 15W) |
HD 8280 (DX11.1) |
A68N-2100 |
E1-2100 |
(Dual core 1.0 GHz, 9W) |
HD 8210 (DX11.1) |
1.5Rear Panel Connectors
Note 1: Since the audio chip supports High Definition Audio Specification, the function of each audio jack can be defined by software. The input / output function of each audio jack listed above represents the default setting. However, when connecting external microphone to the audio port, please use the Line In (Blue) and Mic In (Pink) audio jack.
Note 2: Maximum resolution:
HDMI: 1920 x 1080 @60Hz
VGA: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
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1.6 Motherboard Layout
Note: ■ represents the 1st pin.
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CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1Connect Cooling Fans
These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer. Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to pin#1.
CPU_FAN: CPU Fan Header
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FAN RPM rate sense |
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SYS_FAN: System Fan Header
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Ground |
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Note: CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN support 4-pin and 3-pin head connectors. When connecting with wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to pin#2, and the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.
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2.2Install System Memory
A.DDR3 Modules
Step 1: Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot.
Step 2: Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
Note1: If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.
Note2: When two double-sided DDR3 1600 DIMMs are both installed to the slots, the memory speed will be down to DDR3 1333.
B. Memory Capacity
DIMM Socket Location |
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DDR3_A1 |
512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB |
Max is 16GB. |
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DDR3_A2 |
512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB |
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2.3Expansion Slots
PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x4 Slot
-PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
-Data transfer bandwidth up to 2GB/s per direction; 4GB/s in total.
Install an Expansion Card
You can install your expansion card by following steps:
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.Place a card in the expansion slot and press down on the card until it is completely seated in the slot.
4.Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5.Replace your computer's chassis cover.
6.Power on the computer, if necessary, change BIOS settings for the expansion card.
7.Install related driver for the expansion card.
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2.4Jumper Setting
The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is “close”, if not, that means the jumper is “open”.
Pin opened |
Pin closed |
Pin1-2 closed |
JCMOS: Clear CMOS Header
Placing the jumper on pin2-3, it allows user to restore the BIOS safe setting and the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard.
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Pin 1-2 Close:
Normal Operation (default).
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Pin 2-3 Close:
Clear CMOS data.
Clear CMOS Procedures:
1.Remove AC power line.
2.Set the jumper to “Pin 2-3 close”.
3.Wait for five seconds.
4.Set the jumper to “Pin 1-2 close”.
5.Power on the AC.
6.Load Optimal Defaults and save settings in CMOS.
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2.5Headers & Connectors
ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector
For better compatibility, we recommend to use a standard ATX 24-pin power supply for this connector. Make sure to find the correct orientation before plugging the connector.
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+3.3V |
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+3.3V |
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-12V |
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+3.3V |
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Ground |
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Ground |
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PS_ON |
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+5V |
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Ground |
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Ground |
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Ground |
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+5V |
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Ground |
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Ground |
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NC |
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PW_OK |
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+5V |
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Standby Voltage+5V |
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+5V |
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+12V |
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+5V |
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+12V |
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Ground |
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+3.3V |
ATXPWR2: ATX Power Source Connector
This connector will provide +12V to CPU power circuit.
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+12V |
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+12V |
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Ground |
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Note1: Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATXPWR1 and ATXPWR2 connectors have been plugged-in.
Note2: Insufficient power supplied to the system may result in instability or the peripherals not functioning properly. Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices.
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