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to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
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sintetica
Ai sensi dell’art. 2 comma 3 del D.M.
275 del 30/10/2002
Si dichiara che questo prodotto è
conforme alle normative vigenti e
soddisfa i requisiti essenziali richiesti
dalle direttive
2004/108/CE, 2006/95/CE e
1999/05/CE
quando ad esso applicabili
Short Declaration of conformity
We declare this product is complying
with the laws in force and meeting all
the essential requirements as specified
by the directives
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.
1.2 PACKAGE CHECKLIST
Serial ATA Cable x4
Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case x1
User’s Manual 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.
Supports Dual Channel DDR3 800/ 1066/ 1333/ 1600/ 1866/ 2133(OC)
4 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 64 GB Memory
Each DIMM supports non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8/ 16 GB DDR3 module
* Please refer to
AMD A85 FCH
8x SATA 6Gb/s Connector
Supports RAID 0,1,10,5 & AHCI
Realtek RTL 8111F
10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s auto negotiation, Half / Full duplex capability
ALC892
7.1 Channels, High Definition Audio, Biostar Hi-Fi
4x USB 3.0 port (2 on rear I/Os and 2 via internal headers)
8x USB 2.0 port (4 on rear I/Os and 4 via internal headers)
2x PCI Slot
2x PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot
2x PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot (x16, x4)
1x PS/2 Keyboard/ Mouse
1x HDMI Port
1x VGA Port
1x DVI Port
1x LAN port
4x USB 2.0 Port
2x USB 3.0 Port
6x Audio Jack
Hi-Fi A85W:
8x SATA 6.0Gb/s Connector
2x USB 2.0 Header
(each header supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
1x USB 3.0 Header
(each header supports 2 USB 3.0 ports)
1x 4-Pin Power Connector
1x 24-Pin Power Connector
1x CPU Fan Connector
2x System Fan Connector
1x Front Panel Header
1x Front Audio Header
1x Clear CMOS Header
1x Consumer IR Header
1x Serial Port Header
1x S/PDIF out Connector
6x SATA 6.0Gb/s Connector
2x USB 2.0 Header
(each header supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
1x USB 3.0 Header
(each header supports 2 USB 3.0 ports)
1x 4-Pin Power Connector
1x 24-Pin Power Connector
1x CPU Fan Connector
2x System Fan Connector
1x Front Panel Header
1x Front Audio Header
1x Clear CMOS Header
1x Consumer IR Header
1x Serial Port Header
1x S/PDIF out Connector
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Specifications
Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 305mm x 235 mm
OS Support
Windows XP / Vista / 7/ 8
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice.
1.4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
Note 1: HDMI / DVI-D / VGA Output require an AMD family processor with intedrated graphics.
Note 2: The mainboard supports three independent display outputs.
Note 3: Since the audio chip supports High Definition Audio Specification, the function of each
Note 4: Maximum resolution:
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.
Outputs Maximum resolution Bit Depth
HDMI
DVI-D
VGA 1920 x 1600 @60Hz --
1920 x 1080 @60Hz 24, 30, 36 bpp
1920 x 1200 @60Hz 24 bpp
1920 x 1200 @60Hz 30 bpp
2560 x 1600 @60Hz 24 bpp
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1.5 MOTHERBOARD LAYOUT
Note: ■ represents the 1
4
st
pin.
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CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 I
NSTALLING CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU)
Step 1: Pull the socket locking out from the socket and then raise the
lever up to a 90-degree angel.
Step 2: Look for the white triangle on socket, and the gold triangle on
CPU should point towards this white triangle. The CPU will fit only
in the correct orientation.
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Step 3: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever to locked the
position
Step 4: Put the CPU Fan on the CPU and buckle it. Connect the CPU
FAN power cable to the CPU_FAN1. This completes the
installation.
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2.2 FANHEADERS
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_FAN1: CPU Fan Header
SYS_FAN1/2: System Fan Header
Pin
Assignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
3
FAN RPM rate sense
4 Smart Fan Control
(By Fan)
PinAssignment
1Ground
2+12V
3
FAN RPM rate sense
Note:
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1/2 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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2.3 INSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY
A. DDR3 Modules
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.
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2. Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining
chip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
Note:
If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.
B. Memory Capacity
DIMM Socket
Location
DDR3_A1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB
DDR3_A2 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB
DDR3_B1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB
DDR3_B2 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB
DDR3 Module
Total Memory Size
Max is 64GB.
C. Dual Channel Memory Installation
Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function:
Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.
Dual Channel Status DDR3_A1 DDR3_A2 DDR3_B1 DDR3_B2
Enabled O X O X
Enabled X O X O
Enabled O O O O
(O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.)
Note:
The DRAM bus width of the memory module must be the same (x8 or x16)
D. DDR Speed Support
Please refer to the following table for DDR speed reference: (x = 1 or 2)
# of DIMM
per Channel
1 of 2 UDIMMs xR, 0 DDR3-1866 DDR3-1600 DDR3-1333
2 of 2 UDIMMs 1R, 1R DDR3-1866 DDR3-1600 DDR3-1333
2 of 2 UDIMMs 2R, xR DDR3-1600DDR3-1333 DDR3-1066
# of Ranks
per DIMM
1.50V 1.35V 1.25V
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2.4 CONNECTORS AND SLOTS
ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector
This connector allows user to connect 24-pin power connector on the ATX
power supply.
This connector will provide +12V to CPU power circuit.
Note1: Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATXPWR1 and
ATXPWR2 connectors have been plugged-in.
Insufficient power supplied to the system may result in instability or the peripherals
Note2:
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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Pin Assignment
1 +12V
2 +12V
3 Ground
4 Ground
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PEX1_1/1_2: PCI-Express Gen2 x1 Slot
- PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
- Data transfer bandwidth up to 500MB/s per direction; 1GB/s in total
PCI1/2: Peripheral Component Interconnect Slot
This motherboard is equipped with 2 standard PCI slots. PCI stands for
Peripheral Component Interconnect, and it is a bus standard for expansion
cards.
PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x16 Slot
- PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
- Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of 8GB/s simultaneously per
direction, for an aggregate of 16GB/s totally.
PEX16_2: PCI-Express Gen2 x4 Slot
- PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
- Data transfer bandwidth up to 2GB/s per direction; 4GB/s in total.
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SATA1~SATA4: Serial ATA Connectors
These connectors connect to SATA hard disk drives via SATA cables.
Hi-Fi A85W supports 8 SATA 3.0 connectors.
Hi-Fi A75W supports 6 SATA 3.0 connectors.
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
3.2 DETAIL SETTINGS
PANEL1: Front Panel Header
This 16-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and
speaker connection. It allows user to connect the PC case’s front panel switch
functions.
Pin Assignment Function Pin Assignment Function
1 +5V 9 N/A
2 N/A 10 N/A
3 N/A 11 N/A N/A
4 Speaker
5 HDD LED (+) 13 Power LED (+)
6 HDD LED (-)
7 Ground 15 Power button
8 Reset control
Speaker
Connector
Hard drive
LED
Reset button
12 Power LED (+)
14 Power LED (-)
16 Ground
N/A
Power LED
Power-on button
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JFRONT_USB3_1: Header for USB 3.0 Ports at Front Panel
This header allows user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel,
and also can be connected with a wide range of simultaneously accessible
external Plug and Play peripherals.
F_USB1/F_USB2: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel
This header allows user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel,
and also can be connected with a wide range of simultaneously accessible
external Plug and Play peripherals.
This header allows user to connect the front audio output cable with the PC front
panel. This header supports HD and AC’97 audio front panel connector.
HD Audio AC’97
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 Mic Left in 1 Mic In
2 Ground 2 Ground
3 Mic Right in 3 Mic Power
4 GPIO 4 Audio Power
5 Right line in 5 RT Line Out
6 Jack Sense 6 RT Line Out
7 Front Sense 7 Reserved
8 Key 8 Key
9 Left line in 9 LFT Line Out
10 Jack Sense 10 LFT Line Out
Note1: It is recommended that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to
this connector to avail of the motherboard's high definition audio capability.
Note2: Please try to disable the "Front Panel Jack Detection" if you want to use an
AC'97 front audio output cable. The function can be found via O.S. Audio Utility.
JSPDIFOUT1: Digital Audio-out Connectors
The JSPDIFOUT1 is for connecting the PCI bracket SPDIF output.
Pin Assignment
1 +5V
2 SPDIF_OUT
3 Ground
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JCMOS1: 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.
※ 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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Pin 1-2 Close:
Normal Operation (default).
Pin 2-3 Close:
Clear CMOS data.
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J_COM1: Serial Port Connector
The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port.
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Pin
1 Carrier detect
2 Received data
3 Transmitted data
4 Data terminal
5 Signal ground
6 Data set ready
7 Request to send
8 Clear to send
9 Ring indicator
10 NC
Assignment
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CIR1: Consumer IR Connector
This header is for infrared remote control and communication.
On-Board Buttons
There are 2 on-board buttons.
PinAssignment
1 IrDA serial input
2 Ground
3 Ground
4 Key
5 IrDA serial output
6 IR Power
SW_PWR1:
This is an on-board
Power Switch button.
SW_RST1:
This is an on-board
Reset button.
BIOS POST Code/CPU Temperature Indicator
This indicator will show POST code while booting. After the booting sequence,
it will show current CPU temperature. Please refer to Chapter 7.4 for all the
BIOS POST codes.
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CHAPTER 4: AMD DUAL GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY
4.1 AMD
DUAL GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCTION
When user adds a PCIE display adapter, it can be integrated with IGD to show
better performance. To make the two video devices work simultaneously and
normally, please refer to the following setting.
4.2 AMDDUAL GRAPHICS REQUIREMENT
Operating System: Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8
Supported Dual Graphics Combinations:
AMD Radeon™Graphics Card
HD 6670
HD 6570
HD 6450
● Recommended graphics cards for AMD dual-graphics
Note 1: A4-Series products do not support Dual Graphics.
Note 2: The information described above in this manual is for your reference only and the
actual information and settings on board may be different from this manual. For further AMD
Dual Graphics information, please visit the following website: http://www.amd.com
A10-Series
HD 7660D
● ●
● ● ●
A8-Series
HD7560D
A6-Series
HD 7540D
●
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4.3 AMDDUAL GRAPHICS SETUP
Step 1: Insert Dual Graphics-Ready graphics card into PEX16_1 slot.
Step 3: Install Driver DVD Chipset Driver, and reboot the system. Activate AMD
VISION Engine Control Center to make sure CrossFire has been
enabled.
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CHAPTER 5: RAID FUNCTIONS
5.1 O
Supports Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8.
PERATING SYSTEM
5.2 RAID ARRAYS
RAID supports the following types of RAID arrays:
RAID 0: RAID 0 defines a disk striping scheme that improves disk read and write
times for many applications.
RAID 1: RAID 1 defines techniques for mirroring data.
RAID 10: RAID 10 combines the techniques used in RAID 0 and RAID 1.
RAID 5: RAID 5 provides fault tolerance and better utilization of disk capacity.
5.3 HOW RAIDWORKS
RAID 0:
The controller “stripes” data across multiple drives in a RAID 0 array system. It
breaks up a large file into smaller blocks and performs disk reads and writes
across multiple drives in parallel. The size of each block is determined by the
stripe size parameter, which you set during the creation of the RAID set based on
the system environment. This technique reduces overall disk access time and
offers high bandwidth.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 2, and maximum is up to 6 or 8. Depending on the
platform.
Uses: Intended for non-critical data requiring high data throughput, or any
environment that does not require fault tolerance.
Benefits: provides increased data throughput, especially for large files. No
capacity loss penalty for parity.
Drawbacks: Does not deliver any fault tolerance. If any drive in the array
fails, all data is lost.
Fault Tolerance: No.
Total Capacity: (Minimal. HDD Capacity) x (Connected HDDs Amount)
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Block 3
Block 5
Block 2
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RAID 1:
Every read and write is actually carried out in parallel across 2 disk drives in a
RAID 1 array system. The mirrored (backup) copy of the data can reside on the
same disk or on a second redundant drive in the array. RAID 1 provides a
hot-standby copy of data if the active volume or drive is corrupted or becomes
unavailable because of a hardware failure.
RAID techniques can be applied for high-availability solutions, or as a form of
automatic backup that eliminates tedious manual backups to more expensive and
less reliable media.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 2, and maximum is 2.
Uses: RAID 1 is ideal for small databases or any other application that
requires fault tolerance and minimal capacity.
Benefits: Provides 100% data redundancy. Should one drive fail, the
controller switches to the other drive.
Drawbacks: Requires 2 drives for the storage space of one drive.
Performance is impaired during drive rebuilds.
Fault Tolerance: Yes .
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
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RAID 10:
RAID 1 drives can be stripped using RAID 0 techniques.Resulting in a RAID 10
solution for improved resiliency, performance and rebuild performance.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 4, and maximum is 6 or 8, depending on the platform.
Benefits: Optimizes for both fault tolerance and performance, allowing for
automatic redundancy. May be simultaneously used with other RAID levels
in an array, and allows for spare disks.
Drawbacks: Requires twice the available disk space for data redundancy,
the same as RAID level 1.
Fault Tolerance: Yes .
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Block 3
Block 5
Block 1
Block 3
Block 5
Block 2
Block 4
Block 6
Block 2
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RAID 5:
RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more drives. It
writes data and parity blocks across all the drives in the array. Fault tolerance is
maintained by ensuring that the parity information for any given block of data is
placed on a different drive from those used to store the data itself.
Note: The RAID 5 function is supported by A85 chipset only.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 3.
Uses: RAID 5 is recommended for transaction processing and general
purpose service.
Benefits: An ideal combination of good performance, good fault tolerance,
and high capacity and storage efficiency.
Drawbacks: Individual block data transfer rate same as a single disk. Write
performance can be CPU intensive.
Fault Tolerance: Yes.
Disk 1
DATA 1
DATA 3
PAR ITY
DATA 7
DATA 9
PAR ITY
Disk 2
DATA 2
PAR ITY
DATA 5
DATA 8
PAR ITY
DATA 11
Disk 3
PAR ITY
DATA 4
DATA 6
PAR ITY
DATA 10
DATA 12
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CHAPTER 6: UEFI BIOS & SOFTWARE
6.1 UEFI
BIOS
UEFI BIOS Features
Overclocking Navigator Engine (O.N.E.)
Self Recovery System (S.R.S)
Smart Fan Function
BIO-Flasher: Update UEFI BIOS file from USB Flash Drive
!! WARNING !!
For better system performance, the UEFI BIOS firmware is being
continuously updated. The UEFI BIOS information described below in
this manual is for your reference only and the actual UEFI BIOS
information and settings on board may be different from this manual.
For further information of setting up the UEFI BIOS, please refer to
the UEFI BIOS Manual in the Setup DVD.
A. Overclocking Navigator Engine (O.N.E.)
O.N.E provides 4 systems allowing users to customize personal overclock
settings: Manual Voltage System, Manual Memory System, Manual MCT
System, and Manual G.P.U System.
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Note:
Not all types of CPU perform above overclock setting ideally; the difference will be based on
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Note:
Overclock is an optional process, but not a “must-do” process; it is not recommended for
inexperienced users. Therefore, we will not be responsible for any hardware damage
which may be caused by overclocking. We also would not guarantee any overclocking
performance.
B. Self Recovery System (S.R.S.)
This function can’t be seen under UEFI BIOS setup, and is always on whenever
the system starts up.
However, it can prevent system hang-up due to inappropriate overclock
actions.
When the system hangs up, S.R.S. will automatically log in the default UEFI
BIOS setting, and all overclock settings will be re-configured.
C. Smart Fan Function
Smart Fan Function is under “Smart Fan Control” in “Advanced Menu”.
This is a brilliant feature to control CPU/System Temperature vs. Fan speed.
When enabling Smart Fan function, Fan speed is controlled automatically by
CPU/System temperature.
This function will protect CPU/System from overheat problem and maintain the
system temperature at a safe level.
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CPU Smart FAN
This item allows you to control the CPU Smart Fan function.
CPU FAN Calibrate
Press [ENTER] to calibrate CPU FAN.
Control Mode
This item provides several operation modes of the fan.
Fan Ctrl OFF(℃)
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When CPU temperature is lower than this value, the CPU fan will keep
lowest RPM. The range is from 0~50, with an interval of 1.
Fan Ctrl On(℃)
When CPU temperature is higher than this value, the CPU fan controller
will turn on. The range is from 0~70, with an interval of 1.
Fan Ctrl Start Value
This item sets CPU FAN Start Speed Value. The range is from 0~255, with
an interval of 1.
Fan Ctrl Sensitive
The bigger the numeral is, the higher the FAN speed is. The range is from
1~255, with an interval of 1.
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6.2 SOFTWARE
Installing Software
1. Insert the Setup DVD to the optical drive. The driver installation program
would appear if the Auto-run function has been enabled.
2. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software
title.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Launching Software
After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon
showing on the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch it.
TOverclocker
TOverclocker presents a simple Windows-based system performance
enhancement and manageability utility. It features several powerful and easy
to use tools such as Overclocking for enhancing system performance, also for
special enhancement on CPU and Memory. Smart-Fan management and PC
health are for monitoring system status.This utility also allows you to make
overclocking profiles saving unlimitedly, and pre-set OC modes are for easy
OC. (The screenshot below is for reference only)
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The CPU tab provides information on the CPU and motherboard.
The Memory tab provides information on the memory module(s).
You can select memory module on a specific slot to see its information.
The OC Tweaker tab allows you to change system clock settings and voltages
settings. It also provides six pre-set modes for you: (The screenshot below is
for reference only)
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Six Pre-set Modes: V3, V6, V9, V12, V15, AUTO for different overclocking
experience. (The screenshot below is for reference only)
The HW Monitor tab allows you to monitor hardware voltage, fan speed, and
temperature. Besides, you also can set related values for CPU Smart Fan.
(The screenshot below is for reference only)
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Pressing TOVERCLOCKER logo
will display information about
manufacturer and software version.
You can update currnet version by
clicking the button “Live Update.”
Green Power II Utility
BIOSTAR G.P.U II (Green Power Utility) is a new function. The utility enhances
energy efficiency by disabling extra phases while CPU is on light loading; it
features 4+1 power phases, current power saving, and toal power saving. This
tool integrates a friendly GUI to monitor your CPU Usage, CPU Watt, and CPU
Temperature. Moreover, it optimizes power saving and best power efficiency
on your system. (The illustration below is for reference only)
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Display manufacturer &
Typic al Mo de
software version information
Perform ance
Mode
Medium Mode
Maxi-Energy Mode
Auto Phase Mode
Re set Tim e &
Consumption
Display CPU
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G.P.U Mode Setting
This utility provides five modes, upon your requirements, to improve
system performance or to save power consumption.
Note:
Even if the modes saving more power consumption are chosen, the system still can keep
excellent performance.
Auto Phase Mode
System switches the mode automatically according to current system
loading condition.
Performance Mode
This is the mode saving power consumption most. Least energy will
be used in the system.
Typical Mode
Compared with that in Performance Mode, energy consumption in this
mode is a little bit more.
Medium Mode
This is the standard system power saving mode.
Maxi-Energy Mode
This is the best system performance mode.
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Smart EAR
Smart EAR is a windows-based audio utility which allows you to easily
adjust system volume. With its user-friendly GUI, you can also adjust
impedance setting (Low/High Gain) to optimize your headphone
performance.
zHigh/Low Gain Switch: Keep the gain switch to low for low impedance
headphone and set to high for high impedance headphone.
z Mute Button: To disable system sound
z Volume Control Knob: The volume can be finely adjusted by turning the
knob either clockwise or anti-clockwise to increase or decrease system
volume accordingly.
z Information Button: Get information of the application
z Minimize Button: Minimize the application window to the taskbar
z Exit Button: Exit the application
Note:
1. Smart EAR is only supported by Windows 7 and BIOSTAR Hi-Fi series motherboards.
2. High/Low Gain Switch is only for “Front Panel Audio Header”, please make sure you are
connecting your headphone to the front panel I/O.
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eHot-Line (Optional)
eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our
Tech-Support system. This utility will collect the system information which is
useful for analyzing the problem you may have encountered, and then send
these information to our tech-support department to help you fix the problem.
Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application program.
repr esents impor tant
*
in forma tion t hat you
must provide. Without
this information, you may
not be able to send out
the mail.
This block will show
the information which
wou ld be co llec ted i n
the mail.
Send the mail out.
Describe condition
*
of your system.
Save these information to a .txt file
Exit this dialog.
Select your area or
*
the area close to you.
Pro vide t he e-mai l
address that you would
like to send the copy to.
Pro vide t he nam e of
*
the memory module
manufactur er.
Pro vide t he nam e of
the power supply
manufacturer and the
model no.
After filling up this information, click “Send”
to send the mail out. A warning dialog would
appear asking for your confirmation; click
“Send” to confirm or “Do Not Send” to cancel.
If you want to save this information to a .txt file, click “Save As…” and then you
will see a saving dialog appears asking you to enter file name.
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Enter the file name and then click
“Save”. Your system information
will be saved to a .txt file.
Open the saved .txt file, you will
see your system information
including
motherboard/BIOS/CPU/video/
device/OS information. This
information is also concluded in
the sent mail.
We will not share customer’s data with any other third parties, so please feel free
to provide your system information while using eHot-Line service.
If you are not using Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application, you may
need to save the system information to a .txt file and send the file to our tech support
with other e-mail application. Go to the following web
This utility allows you to personalize your boot logo easily. You can choose
BMP as your boot logo so as to customize your computer.
Please follow the following instructions to update boot logo:
1. Load Image:Choose the picture as the boot logo.
2. Transform:Transform the picture for BIOS and preview the result.
3. Update Bios:Write the picture to BIOS Memory to complete the update.
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6.3 BIOSUPDATE
There are three ways to update the BIOS:
BIOS Update Utility, BIOS Online Update Utility and BIOS Flasher.
1. BIOS Update Utility
1. Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.
2. Download the proper BIOS from www.biostar.com.tw .
3. Open BIOS Update Utility and
click the Update BIOS button on the
main screen.
4. A warning message will show up
to request your agreement to start
the BIOS update. Click OK to start
the update procedure.
5. Choose the location for your
BIOS file in the system. Please
select the proper BIOS file, and then
click on Open. It will take several
minutes, please be patient.
6. After the BIOS Update process is
finished, click on OK to reboot the
system.
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7. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, please press
the
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and
Reset to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
Backup BIOS
Click
the Backup BIOS button on
the main screen for the backup of
and select a proper location
BIOS,
for your backup BIOS file in the
system, and click Save.
2. Online Update Utility
1. Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.
2. Please make sure the system is connected to the internet before using this
function.
3. Open BIOS Update Utility and
click the Online Update button
on the main screen.
4. An open dialog will show up to
request your agreement to
start the BIOS update. Click
Yes to start the online update
procedure.
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5. If there is a new BIOS version,
the utility will ask you to
download it. Click Yes to
proceed.
6. After the download is
completed, you will be asked
to program (update) the BIOS
or not. Click Yes to proceed.
7. After the updating process is
finished, you will be asked you
to reboot the system. Click
OK to reboot.
8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and
Reset to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
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3. BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher
BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher is a BIOS flashing utility providing you an easy and simple
way to update your BIOS via USB pen drive.
This utility only allows storage device with FAT32/16 format and single
partition.
Shutting down or resetting the system while updating the BIOS will lead
The BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher is built in the BIOS ROM. To enter the utility, press
<F12> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST) procedure while booting up.
Updating BIOS with BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher
1. Go to the website to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
2. Then, copy and save the BIOS file into a USB flash (pen) drive.
3. Insert the USB pen drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port.
4. Power on or reset the computer and then press <F12> during the POST process.
to system boot failure.
5. After entering the POST screen,
the BIOS-FLASHER utility pops out.
Choose [fs0] to search for the BIOS
file.
6. Select the proper BIOS file, and a
message asking if you are sure to
flash the BIOS file. Click Yes to start
updating BIOS.
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7. A dialog pops out after BIOS flash
is completed, asking you to restart
the system. Press the [Y] key to
restart system.
8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and Reset
to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
All the information and content above about software are subject to be changed
without notice. For better performance, the software is being continuously updated.
The information and pictures described above are for your reference only. The actual
information and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.
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CHAPTER 7: USEFUL HELP
Hi-Fi A85W/Hi-Fi A75W
7.1 D
RIVER INSTALLATION NOTE
After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup
Driver DVD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system
performance.
You will see the following window after you insert the DVD
The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.
Note:
If this window didn’t show up after you insert the Driver DVD, please use file browser to
locate and execute the file SETUP.EXE under your optical drive.
A. Driver Installation
To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon. The setup guide will
list the compatible driver for your motherboard and operating system.
Click on each device driver to launch the installation program.
B. Software Installation
To install the software, please click on the Software icon. The setup guide
will list the software available for your system, click on each software title
to launch the installation program.
C. Manual
Aside from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver
DVD. Click on the Manual icon to browse for available manual.
Note:
You will need Acrobat Reader to open the manual file. Please download the latest version of
Acrobat Reader software from http://get.adobe.com/reader/
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7.2 EXTRA INFORMATION
CPU Overheated
If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for
seconds, that means the CPU protection function has been activated.
When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown
automatically to avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not
power on again.
In this case, please double check:
1. The CPU cooler surface is placed evenly with the CPU surface.
2. CPU fan is rotated normally.
3. CPU fan speed is fulfilling with the CPU speed.
After confirmed, please follow steps below to relief the CPU protection
function.
1. Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds.
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system.
Or you can:
1. Clear the CMOS data.
(See “Close CMOS Header: JCMOS1” section)
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Power on the system again.
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7.3 AMIBIOSBEEP CODE
Boot Block Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Description
Continuing Memory sizing error or Memory module not found
POST BIOS Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Description
1 Success booting.
8 Display memory error (system video adapter)
7.4 AMIBIOSPOST CODE
Code Description
10 PEI Core is started
11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started
15 Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started
19 Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started
2B Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading
2C Memory initialization. Memory presence detection
2D Memory initialization. Programming memory timing information
2E Memory initialization. Configuring memory
2F Memory initialization (other).
31 Memory Installed
32 CPU post-memory initialization is started
33 CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization
34 CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP) initialization
35 CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection
36 CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization
37 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started
3B Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
4F DXE IPL is started
60 DXE Core is started
F0 Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery)
F1 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)
F2 Recovery process started
F3 Recovery firmware image is found
F4 Recovery firmware image is loaded
E0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)
E1 S3 Boot Script execution
E2 Video repost
E3 OS S3 wake vector call
60 DXE Core is started
61 NVRAM initialization
62 Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services
63 CPU DXE initialization is started
68 PCI host bridge initialization
69 North Bridge DXE initialization is started
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Code Description
6A North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
70 South Bridge DXE initialization is started
71 South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
72 South Bridge devices initialization
78 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
79 ACPI module initialization
90 Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started
91 Driver connecting is started
92 PCI Bus initialization is started
93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization
94 PCI Bus Enumeration
95 PCI Bus Request Resources
96 PCI Bus Assign Resources
97 Console Output devices connect
98 Console input devices connect
99 Super IO Initialization
9A USB initialization is started
9B USB Reset
9C USB Detect
9D USB Enable
A0 IDE initialization is started
A1 IDE Reset
A2 IDE Detect
A3 IDE Enable
A4 SCSI initialization is started
A5 SCSI Reset
A6 SCSI Detect
A7 SCSI Enable
A8 Setup Verifying Password
A9 Start of Setup
AB Setup Input Wait
AD Ready To Boot event
AE Legacy Boot event
AF Exit Boot Services event
B0 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin
B1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End
B2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization
B3 System Reset
B4 USB hot plug
B5 PCI bus hot plug
B6 Clean-up of NVRAM
B7 Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings)
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7.5 TROUBLESHOOTING
Probable Solution
1. There is no power in the system.
Power LED does not shine; the
fan of the power supply does not
work
2. Indicator light on keyboard does
not shine.
System is inoperative. Keyboard lights
are on, power indicator lights are lit,
and hard drives are running.
System does not boot from a hard disk
drive, but can be booted from optical
drive.
System only boots from an optical
drive. Hard disks can be read,
applications can be used, but system
fails to boot from a hard disk.
Screen message shows “Invalid
Configuration” or “CMOS Failure.”
System cannot boot after user installs a
second hard drive.
1. Make sure power cable is
securely plugged in.
2. Replace cable.
3. Contact technical support.
Using even pressure on both ends of
the DIMM, press down firmly until the
module snaps into place.
1. Check cable running from disk to
disk controller board. Make sure
both ends are securely plugged
in; check the drive type in the
standard CMOS setup.
2. Backing up the hard drive is
extremely important. All hard
disks are capable of breaking
down at any time.
1. Back up data and applications
files.
2. Reformat the hard drive.
Re-install applications and data
using backup disks.
Review system’s equipment. Make sure
correct information is in setup.
1. Set master/slave jumpers
correctly.
2. Run SETUP program and select
correct drive types. Call the drive
manufacturers for compatibility
with other drives.
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APPENDIX: SPEC IN OTHER LANGUAGES
A
RABIC
تﺎﻔﺻاﻮﻤﻟا
ﺬﺧﺄﻤﻟاFM 2 ىدمإﻪﻳاﺞﻟﺎﻌﻤﻟ AMD ﻞﺴﻠﺴﺗ A / ﻞﺴﻠﺴﺗE 2
ﺞﻟﺎﻌﻤﻟاﻢﻴﻤﺼﺗﻲﻓﺔﻳراﺮﺤﻟاﺔﻗﺎﻄﻠﻟﻰﺼﻗﻷاﺪﺤﻟا )TDP – thermal design power :( 100طاو .
Interface de connexion FM2 pour série A AMD/processeur série E2
Support Unité
Centrale
Jeu de puces AMD A85 FCH (Hi-Fi A85W) AMD A75 FCH (Hi-Fi A75W)
Mémoire
Stockage
Réseau local
Codec audio
USB
Connecteur
d’extension
I/O arrirèes
Enveloppe thermique Unité Centrale maximum : 100Watt
* Veuillez vous reporter à
Centrale.
Supporte mémoire DDR3 double canal 800/ 1066/ 1333/ 1600/ 1866/ 2133(OC)
Banc de mémoire 4 x DDR3 DIMM, Supporte max. jusqu’à une mémoire de 64 GB
Chaque module DIMM supporte module DDR3 non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8/ 16 GB
* Veuillez vous reporter à
AMD A85 FCH
Connecteur 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
Supporte système RAID 0,1,10,5 & AHCI
Realtek RTL 8111F
10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s auto négociation, capacité bidirectionnelle à l'alternat /
bidirectionnelle simultanée
ALC892
Canaux 7.1, écoute audio de haute définition, Biostar Hi-Fi
Port 4x USB 3.0 (2 sur les I/O arrières et 2 en interne)
Port 8x USB 2.0 (4 sur les I/O arrières et 4 en interne)
2x Fente PCI
2x PCIe 2.0 x1 Fente
2x PCIe 2.0 x16 Fente (x16, x4)
1x PS/2 Clavier/ Souris
1x Port HDMI
1x Port VGA
1x Port DVI
1x port LAN
4x Port USB 2.0
2x Port USB 3.0
6x entrées audio
www.biostar.com.tw pour la liste des supports modèles d'Unité
www.biostar.com.tw pour la liste des soutien de la mémoire.
AMD A75 FCH
Connecteur 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
Supporte système RAID 0,1,10 & AHCI
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Facteur
d'encombrement
Support SE
Hi-Fi A85W/Hi-Fi A75W
Spécifications
Hi-Fi A85W:
8x Connecteur SATA 6.0Gb/s
2x embases USB 2.0
(chaque embase supporte 2 Ports USB 2.0)
1x embase USB 3.0
(chaque embase supporte 2 Ports USB 3.0)
1x 4-Broche de carte
1x 24-Broche de carte
1x Connecteur ventilateur unité centrale
2x Connecteur ventilateur système
1x Fiche panneau avant
1x Fiche audio avant
1x Fiche mémoire CMOS vide
1x Fiche Registre d’état Consommateur
1x Embase port série
1x Connecteur sortie S/PDIF
Facteur d'encombrement ATX, 305mm x 235 mm
Windows XP / Vista / 7/ 8
Biostar se réserve le droit d’ajouter ou d'enlever le support pour toute SE avec ou sans
préavis.
Hi-Fi A75W:
6x Connecteur SATA 6.0Gb/s
2x embases USB 2.0
(chaque embase supporte 2 Ports USB 2.0)
1x embase USB 3.0
(chaque embase supporte 2 Ports USB 3.0)
1x 4-Broche de carte
1x 24-Broche de carte
1x Connecteur ventilateur unité centrale
2x Connecteur ventilateur système
1x Fiche panneau avant
1x Fiche audio avant
1x Fiche mémoire CMOS vide
1x Fiche Registre d’état Consommateur
1x Embase port série
1x Connecteur sortie S/PDIF
Złącza 8x SATA 6.0Gb/s
Złącza 2x USB 2.0 (każde złącze obsługuje
dodatkowe 2 porty USB 2.0)
Złącze 1x USB 3.0 (każde złącze obsługuje
dodatkowe 2 porty USB 3.0)
Złącza 4 pionowe x 1
Wewnętrzne porty
wejścia/ wyjścia
Obudowa Obudowa ATX, 305mm x 235 mm
Obsługa OS
Złącza 24 pionowe x 1
Złącze wentylatora CPU x 1
Złącze wentylatora obudowy x 2
Złącze przedniego panelu x1
Złącze audio przedniego panelu x1
Złącze bezpośrednie CMOS x1
Złącze konsument IR x1
Port szeregowy x1
Port zewnętrzny S/PDIF x1
Windows XP / Vista / 7/ 8
Biostar zastrzega sobie prawo do dodania lub wycofania obsługi dla OS, z
wypowiedzeniem lub bez wypowiedzenia.
Hi-Fi A85W/Hi-Fi A75W
Hi-Fi A75W:
Złącza 6x SATA 6.0Gb/s
Złącza 2x USB 2.0 (każde złącze
obsługuje dodatkowe 2 porty USB 2.0)
Złącze 1x USB 3.0 (każde złącze
obsługuje dodatkowe 2 porty USB 3.0)
Złącza 4 pionowe x 1
Złącza 24 pionowe x 1
Złącze wentylatora CPU x 1
Złącze wentylatora obudowy x 2
Złącze przedniego panelu x1
Złącze audio przedniego panelu x1
Złącze bezpośrednie CMOS x1
Złącze konsument IR x1
Port szeregowy x1
Port zewnętrzny S/PDIF x1
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PORTUGUESE
Especificações
Porta FM2 para processador AMD série-A / série – E2
Alimentação de Design Térmico (TDP – Thermal Design Power): 100Watt
* Por favor consulte
processador.
Suporta DDR3 800/ 1066/ 1333/ 1600/ 1866/ 2133(OC) Canal Duplo
2 x DDR3 DIMM Slot de memória Suporta até 32 GB Memória
Cada DIMM suporta non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8/ 16 GB DDR3 módulo
* Por favor consulte
AMD A85 FCH:
Conector 8x SATA 6Gb/s
Suporta RAID 0,1,10,5 & AHCI
Realtek RTL 8111F
10/ 100/ 1000 Mb auto negociação, capacidade duplex Metade / Cheio
ALC892
Canais de Áudio de Alta Definição 7.1, Biostar Hi-Fi
Porta 4x USB 3.0 (2 nas entradas/saídas traseiras e 2 pelos Dispositivos internos)
Porta 8x USB 2.0 (4 nas entradas/saídas traseiras e 4 pelos Dispositivos internos)
Porta 2x PCI
Porta 2x PCIe 2.0 x1
Porta 2x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x16, x4)
Teclado/ Mouse 1x PS/2
Porta 1x HDMI
Porta 1x VGA
Porta 1x DVI
Porta 1x LAN
Porta 4x USB 2.0
Porta 2x USB 3.0
Soquete audio 6x
www.biostar.com.tw para obter uma lista de suporte do
www.biostar.com.tw para obter uma lista de suporte do memória.
Conector 8x SATA 6.0Gb/s
Dispositivo 2x USB 2.0 (cada Dispositivo
suporta 2 portas USB 2.0)
Dispositivo 1x USB 3.0 (cada Dispositivo
suporta 2 portas USB 3.0)
Conector de 4 pinos x1
Conector de 24 pinos x1
Conectores na
placa
Fator de Fôrma Fator de Fôrma ATX, 305mm x 235 mm
Suporte OS
Conector de Ventoinha processador x1
Conector de Ventoinha Sistema x1
Dispositivo Painel Frontal x1
Dispositivo de Audio Frontal x1
Dispositivo CMOS Direct x1
Dispositivo Consumível IR x1
Dispositivo Porta Impressora x1
Dispositivo Porta Série x1
Conector Externo S/PDIF x1
Windows XP / Vista / 7/ 8
Biostar reserva seu direito de adicionar ou retirar o suporte para qualquer OS com ou sem
notificação.
Hi-Fi A85W/Hi-Fi A75W
Hi-Fi A75W:
Conector 6x SATA 6.0Gb/s
Dispositivo 2x USB 2.0 (cada Dispositivo
suporta 2 portas USB 2.0)
Dispositivo 1x USB 3.0 (cada Dispositivo
suporta 2 portas USB 3.0)
Conector de 4 pinos x1
Conector de 24 pinos x1
Conector de Ventoinha processador x1
Conector de Ventoinha Sistema x1
Dispositivo Painel Frontal x1
Dispositivo de Audio Frontal x1
Dispositivo CMOS Direct x1
Dispositivo Consumível IR x1
Dispositivo Porta Impressora x1
Dispositivo Porta Série x1
Conector Externo S/PDIF x1