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quando ad esso applicabili
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
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1.1 B
EFORE 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.
1.2PACKAGE 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 area or your motherboard version.
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1.3 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES
CPU
Socket FM1
AMD A-Series / E2-Series processors
SPEC
AMD 64 Architecture enables 32 and 64 bit
computing
Chipset
Super I/O
Main
Memory
SATA III
LAN
Sound
USB3.0
Slots
AMD A75
ITE 8728
Prov ides the most common ly us ed leg acy
Super I/O functionality
Low Pin Count Interface
DDR3 DIMM Slots x 4
Max Memory Capacity 32GB
Each DIMM supports 512MB/
1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB DDR3
Integrated Serial ATA Controller
RTL8111E
ALC892
A75 Data transfer rates up to 600 MB/s
PCI Express Gen2 x16 Slot x2
PCI Express Gen2 x1 Slot x2
En vir on ment Control in it iatives
H/W Monitor
Fan Sp eed Contro ller
ITE's "S mart Guard ian" funct ion
Dual Cha nne l Mode DDR3 me mory module
Supports DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600/1866
Data transfer rates up to 6 Gb/s.
SATA Version 3.0 sp ecif icat ion co mp lian t.
RAID 0,1,10 support
10 / 100 Mb/s / 1Gb/s auto negotiation
Half / Full duplex capability
7.1channels audio out
Supports HD Audio
Supports PCI-E Gen2 x16, x4 expans ion cards
Supports PCI-E Gen2 x1 expansion cards
On Board
Connectors
2
PCI Slot x2
SATA Connector x6 Each conne ctor supports 1 SATA device
Front Panel Connector x1 Supports front panel facilit ies
Front Audio Connector x1 Supports front panel audio function
S/PDIF out Connector x1 Supports digital audio out function
Consumer IR Connector x1 Supports infrared function
CPU Fan Header x1 CPU Fan power supply (with Smart Fan function)
System Fan Header x2 System Fan Power supply
Supports PCI expansion cards
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CMOS clear Header x1 Restore CMOS data to factory default
USB2.0 Connector x3 Each connector supports 2 front panel USB2.0 ports
USB3.0 Connector x1 Each connector supports 2 front panel USB3.0 ports
Serial Port Connector x1 Connects to RS-232 Port
Power Connector (24-Pin) x1 Connects to Power supply
Power Connector (4-Pin) x1 Connects to Power supply
PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse x1
HDMI Port x1
VGA Port x1
Back Panel
I/O
Board Size 244 mm (W) x 305 mm (L) ATX
OS Support Windows XP / Vista / 7
DVI-D Port x1
LAN port x1
USB2.0 Port x4
USB3.0 Port x2
Audio Jack x6
Connects to PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse
Connects to HDMI cable
Connect to D-SUB monitor
Connect to DVI monitor
Connect to RJ-45 ethernet cab le
Connect to USB2.0 devices
Connect to USB3.0 devices
Provide Audio-In/Out and Mic. connection
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support
for any OS With or without notice.
1.4REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
PS/2
Keyboard / Mouse
DVI-D
LAN
USB2.0X2
HDMI
VGA
Center
Rea r
Side
USB2.0X2
Line In
Line Out
Mic In
USB3.0X2
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USB_KBMS1
HDMI1
VGA
DVI
RJ45U SB1
AUDIO1
USB 3_0
LAN
Super
I/O
ATXP WR2
SYS_FAN 2
PEX1_1
PEX1_2
CPU_FAN 1
PEX16_1
BAT1
PEX16_2
JCMOS1
PH 1 _ D1
PH 3 _ D2
PH 2 _ D3
PH 4 _ D4
NB_PH1_ D1
DDR3_A1
DDR3_A2
DB2DR3_
DDR3_B1
ATXPWR 1
SATA3
AMD
A75
SATA2
SATA1
BIO S
4
Codec
Note: represents the 1■
F_AUDIO1
JSPD IFOU T1
PCI1
PCI2
J_COM1CIR1 F_USB1 F_USB2F_U SB 3
st
JFR ONT_US B3_1
pin.
SYS_FAN 1
SW_ R ST1
SW_PWR1
PANE L1
CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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2.1 I
NSTALLING CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU)
Step 1: Pull the lever toward direction A from the socket and then raise the
lever up to a 90-degree angle.
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 toward direct
B to complete the installation.
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
1
4
SYS_FAN1: System Fan Header
SYS_FAN2: NorthBridge Fan Header
SYS_FAN2
3
1
Pin
1 Ground
2 +12V
3
FAN RPM r ate
sense
4 Smart Fan
Control (By Fan)
Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
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FAN RPM
rate sense
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SYS_FAN1
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
DDR3_A1
DDR3_A2
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.
DDR3_B1
DB2DR 3_
2. Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining
chip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
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B. Memory Capacity
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DIMM Socket
Location
DDR3_A1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB
DDR3_A2 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB
DDR3_B1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB
DDR3_B2 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB
DDR3 Module
Total Mem ory
Size
Max is 32GB.
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.)
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 # of Ranks per DIMM
1 of 1 UDIMM xR DDR3-1866
1 of 2 UDIMMs xR, 0 DDR3-1600
2 of 2 UDIMMs 1R, 1R DDR3-1600
2 of 2 UDIMMs 2R, xR DDR3-1333
Max DDR Speed Grade
for 1.50V DIMM
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2.4 CONNECTORS AND SLOTS
SATA1~SATA6: Serial ATA Connectors
The motherboard has a PCI to SATA Controller with 6 channels SATA interface,
it satisfies the SATA 3.0 spec and with transfer rate of 6.0Gb/s.
ATXP WR2: ATX P ower Source Connector
This connector provides +12V to CPU power circuit.
S AT A 1 SA TA3
2SATA
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Pin
1 Ground
2 TX+
3 TX4 Ground
5 RX6 RX+
7 Ground
Pin
Assignment
1 +12V
2 +12V
3 Ground
4 Ground
Assignment
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ATXP WR1: ATX P ower Source Connector
This connector allows user to connect 24-pin power connector on the ATX
power supply.
This motherboard is equipped with 2 standard PCI slots. PCI stands for
Peripheral Component Interconnect, and it is a bus standard for expansion
cards. This PCI slot is designated as 32 bits.
PCI 1
PCI 2
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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.
- PCI-Express Gen2 supports a raw bit-rate of 5.0Gb/s on the data pins.
- 2X bandwidth over the PCI-Express 1.1 architecture.
PEX1_1/PEX1_2: PCI-Express Gen2 x1 Slots
- PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
- Data transfer bandwidth up to 500MB/s per direction; 1GB/s in total.
- PCI-Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5Gb/s on the data pins.
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.
- PCI-Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5Gb/s on the data pins.
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PEX1_2
PEX16_2
CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP
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3.1 H
OW TO SETUP JUMPERS
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.
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1 +5V 9 N/A
2 N/A 10 N/A
3 N/ A 1 1 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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JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header
Placing the jumper on pin2-3 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).
※ 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.
J_COM1: Serial port Connector
The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port.
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Pin 2-3 Close:
Clear CMOS data.
Assignment
Pin
1 Carrier detect
2 Received data
3 Transmitted data
4 Data terminal ready
5 Signal ground
6 Data set ready
7 Request to send
8 Clear to send
9 Ring indicator
10 NC
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F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header
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.
JSPDIFOUT1: Digital Audio-out Connector
This connector allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF output header.
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1 Mic Left in
2 Ground
3 Mic Right in
4 GPIO
5 Right line in
6 Jack Sense
7 Front Sense
8 Key
9 Left line in
2
10
1
9
10 Jack Sense
Pin
Assignment
1 +5V
2 SPDIF_OUT
3 Ground
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CIR1: Consumer IR Connector
This header is for infrared remote control and communication.
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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 internal USB devices, like USB card reader.
PinAssignment
1 IrDA serial input
2 Ground
3 Ground
4 Key
5 IrDA serial output
6 IR Power
F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel
These headers allow user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel,
and also can be connected with internal USB devices, like USB card reader.
This indicator will show POST code while booting. After the booting sequence,
it will show current CPU temperature through hexadecimal figure. Please
refer to Chapter 7.4 for all the BIOS POST codes, and Chapter 7.5 for
conversion of hexadecimal and decimal system.
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On-Board LED Indicators
There are 5 LED indicators showing system status.
NB_PH1_D1: NB Power Status Indicators
PH1_D1/PH2_D2/PH3_D3/PH4_D4: CPU Power Status Indicators
Please refer to the tables below for specific messages:
LEDPhase Indicator
ON Phase Active
OFF Phase Disable
On-Board Buttons
There are 2 on-board buttons.
PH1_D1
PH2_D2
PH3_D3
PH4_D4
NB_PH1_D1
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SW_RST1: Resetbutton.
SW_PWR1: Power Switch button.
SW_RST1
SW_PWR1
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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
Supported DUAL Graphics Combinations:
APU
GFX
HD 6670 Attach Only (No DG)
HD 6570 Attach Only (No DG)
HD 6450
HD 6350
Note:
“Attach Only (No DG)” indicates supported discrete graphics attachment
without Dual Graphics.
E-Series CPU do not support Dual Graphics.
Notice:
Single Channel or unbalanced memory does not support Dual Graphic function.
Please use at least DDR3-1333 4G (2G+2G).
A4-Series
HD 6410D
A6-Series
HD 6530D
Y YY
Y
Attach Only (No DG) Attach Only (No DG)
A8-Series”
HD 6550D
YY
YY
NOTE
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
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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 CD 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
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5.1 O
Supports Windows Vista and Windows 7.
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 applicat ions.
RAID 1: RAID 1 defines techniques for mirroring data.
RAID 10: RAID 10 combines the techniques used in RAID 0 and RAID 1.
5.3 HOW RAIDWORKS
RAID 0:
The controller “stripes” data across multiple drives in a RAID 0 array system. It breaks
up a large f ile into smal ler blocks an d perfor ms disk read s and writes across mult iple
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.
Block 1
Blo ck 3
Blo ck 5
Block 2
Blo ck 4
Blo ck 6
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RAID 1:
Every read and write is actua lly 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 solut ions, or as a form of automatic
backup that eliminates tedious manual backups to more expensive and less reliab le
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.
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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.
Block 1
Block 3
Block 5
Block 1
Block 3
Block 5
Block 2
Block 4
Block 6
Block 2
Block 4
Block 6
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CHAPTER 6: T-SERIES UEFI BIOS & SOFTWARE
6.1 T-S
ERIES UEFIBIOS
T-Series 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,
lease refer to the UEFI BIOS Manual in the Setup CD.
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.
Notice:
Not all types of Intel CPU perform above overclock setting ideally; the difference will be based on the
selected CPU model.
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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 no t 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(℃)
When CPU temperature is lower than this value, the CPU fan will keep
lowest RPM. The range is from 0~127, 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 0~127, with an interval of 1.
Fan Ctrl Start Value
This item sets CPU FAN Start Speed Value. The range is from 0~127, with
an interval of 1.
Fan Ctrl Sensitive
The bigger the numeral is, the higher the FAN speed is. The range is from
0~127, with an interval of 1.
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6.2 T-SERIES SOFTWARE
Installing T-Series Software
1. Insert the Setup CD to the optical drive. The drivers 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 T-Series Software
After the installatio n 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 abo ut
manufacturer and software version.
You can updat e c urrnet 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 &
Typical M ode
so ftw are v ers ion i nform ation
Performance
Mode
Medium Mode
Maxi-Energy Mode
Auto Phase Mode
Re set Ti me &
Consu mption
Display CPU
informatio
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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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 uti lity, please set Outlook E xp ress as your default e-mail client applica tion prog ram.
rep resents import ant
*
information that you
must provi de. Withou t
this informat ion, you may
not be able to send ou t
the mail.
This block will show
the infor mation which
would be collected in
the mail.
Send the mail ou t.
Describe co ndition
*
of your syst em.
Save these information to a .txt fil
Exit this dialog.
Select your area or
*
the area clos e to yo u.
Provid e the e-mail
addres s that you woul d
like to se nd t he copy to.
Provide t he name of
*
the memory module
manufactu rer.
Provid e the name of
the power supply
manufac turer 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.
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.
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Open the sa ved .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.
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
http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en-us/about/contact.php for getting
our contact information.
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BIOS Update
BIOS Update is a convenient utility which allows you to update your
motherboard BIOS under Windows system.
AWARD BIOSAMI BIOS
Clear CMOS function
(Only for AWARD BIOS)
Show current BIOS information
Save current BIOS
to a .bin f ile
Update BIOS
with a BIOS file
Online Update function
(Only for AMI BIOS)
<Backup BIOS>
Once click on this button, the saving
dialog will show. Choose the
position to save file and enter file
name. (We recommend that the file
name should be English/number
and no longer than 7 characters.)
Then click Save.
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<Update BIOS>
Before doing this, please download the proper BIOS file from the website.
For AWARD BIOS, update BIOS procedure
should be run with Clear CMOS function, so
please check on Clear CMOS first.
Then click Update BIOS button, a
dialog will show for asking you backup
current BIOS. Click Yes for BIOS
backup and refer to the Backup BIOS
procedure; or click No to skip this
procedure.
After the BIOS Backup procedure, the
open dialog will show for requesting the
BIOS file which is going to be updated.
Please choose the proper BIOS file for
updating, then click on Open.
The utility will update BIOS with the
proper BIOS file, and this process may
take minutes. Please do not open any
other applications during this process.
After the BIOS Update process, click on
OK to restart the system.
While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows, press <Delete>
key to enter BIOS setup.
In the BIOS setup, use the Load Optimized Defaults function and then Save and Exit Setup to exit BIOS setup. BIOS Update is completed.
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<Online Update> (for AMI BIOS o nly)
Automatically download and update the latest BIOS via internet; make sure
that the computer is connected to the internet before using this function.
After clicking on the Onlinr Update
button, the utility will search for the
latest BIOS from internet. If there is
a new BIOS version, the utility will
ask you to download it. Click Yes to
proceed.
If there is no other newer BIOS
version, the utility will also tell yo u that
your BIOS has been the latest version.
Download completes; the utility will
ask you to program (update) the
BIOS. Click Yes to proceed.
The programing procedure may take minutes, please do not make any operation during the programing process.
After the updating process, the utility will
ask you to reboot the system. Click OK
to reboot.
While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows, press
key to enter BIOS setup.
In the BIOS setup, use the Load Optimized Defaults function and then Save and Exit Setup to exit BIOS setup. Online Update is completed.
<Delete>
All the information and content above about the T-Series 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
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7.1 D
RIVER INSTALLATION NOTE
After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup
Driver CD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system
performance.
You will see the following window after you insert the CD
The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.
Note:
If this window didn’t show up after you insert the Driver CD, 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
CD. 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 so ftware from
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
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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 shutdow n
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
1 No media present. (Insert diskette in floppy drive A:)
2
3 Insert next diskette if multiple diskettes are used for recovery
4 Flash Programming successful
5 File read error
7 No Flash EPROM detected
10 Flash Erase error
11 Flash Program error
12 “AMIBOOT.ROM” file size error
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POST BIOS Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Description
1 Memory refresh timer error
3 Base memory read/write test error
6 Keyboard controller BAT command failed
7 General exception error (processor exception interrupt error)
8 Display memory error (system video adapter)
“AMIBOOT.ROM” file not found in root directory of diskette in
A:
BIOS ROM image mismatch (file layout does not match
image present in flash device)
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Troubleshooting POST BIOS Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Troubleshooting Action
1, 3 Reseat the memory, or replace with known good modules.
Fatal error indicating a serious problem with the system.
Consult your system manufacturer. Before declaring the
motherboard beyond all hope, eliminate the possibility of
interference by a malfunctioning add-in card. Remove all
expansion cards except the video adapter.
6, 7
8
z If beep codes are generated when all other expansion
cards are absent, consult your system manufacturer’s
technical support.
z If beep codes are not generated when all other expansion
cards are absent, one of the add-in cards is causing the
malfunction. Insert the cards back into the system one at a
time until the problem happens again. This will reveal the
malfunctioning card.
If the system video adapter is an add-in card, replace or
reseat the
video adapter. If the video adapter is an integrated part of the
system board, the board may be faulty.
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7.4 AMIBIOSPOST CODE
Checkpoint Description
Disable NMI, Parity, video for EGA, and DMA controllers. Initialize B IOS,
03
04
05
06
07 Fixes CPU POST interface calling pointer.
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C0 Early CPU Init Start -- Disable Cache – Init Local APIC.
C1 Set up boot strap processor Information.
C2 Set up boot strap processor for POST.
C5 Enumerate and set up application processors.
C6 Re-enable cache for boot strap processor.
C7 Early CPU Init Exit.
0A Initializes the 8042 compatible Key Board Controller.
0B Detects the presence of PS/2 mouse.
0C Detects the presence of Keyboard in KBC port.
0E
13 Early POST initialization of chipset registers.
20 Relocate System Management Interrupt vector for all CPU in the system.
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2A
2C
2E Initializes all the output devices.
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POST, Runtime data area . Also initialize B IOS modules on P OST e ntry and
GPNV area. Initialized CMOS as mentioned in the Kernel Variable
"wCMOSFlags."
Check CMOS diagnostic byte to determine if battery power is OK and
CMOS checksum is OK. Verify CMOS checksum manually by reading
storage area. If the CMOS checksum is bad, update CMOS with power-on
default values and clear passwords. Initialize status register A.
Initializes data variables that are based on CMOS setup questions.
Initializes both the 8259 compatible PICs in the system
Initializes the interrupt controlling hardware (generally PIC) a nd interrupt
vector table.
Do R/W test to C H-2 co unt reg. Initi ali ze CH-0 as s ystem timer. Install the
POSTINT1C h handler. E nable IRQ-0 in PIC for system timer interr upt.
Traps INT1Ch vector to "POSTINT1ChHandlerBlock."
Initializes the C PU. The BAT test is being done on KBC. Program the
keyboard controller command byte is being done after Auto detection of
KB/MS using AMI KB-5.
Testing and initialization of different Input Devices. Also, update the Kernel
Variables.
Traps the INT09 h vecto r, so that the POS T INT09h ha ndler gets control for
IRQ1. Uncompress all available language, BIOS logo, and Silent logo
modules.
Uncompress and i nitialize any pla tform specific BIOS modules. GPNV is
initialized at this checkpoint.
Initializes different devices through DIM.
See DIM Code Checkpoints section of document for more information.
Initializes different devices. Detects and initializes the video adapter
installed in the system that have optional ROMs.
Allocate memor y for ADM mod ule and uncompress it . Give contro l to ADM
module for initialization. Initialize language and font modules for ADM.
Activate ADM module.
Initializes the silent boot module. Set the window for displaying text
informa tion.
60 Initializes NUM-LOCK status and programs the KBD typematic rate.
75 Initialize Int-13 and prepare for IPL detection.
78 Initializes IPL de vices controlled by BIOS and option ROMs.
7C Generate and write contents o f ESCD in NVRam.
84 Log errors encountered during POST.
85 Display errors to the user and gets the user response for error.
87 Execute BIOS setup if needed / requested. Check boot password if installed.
8C Late POST initialization of chipset registers.
8D Build ACPI tables (if ACPI is supported).
8E Program the peripheral parameters. Enable/Disable NMI as selected.
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A1 Clean-up work needed before booting to OS.
A2
A4 Initialize runtime language module. Display boot option popup menu.
A7
A9 Wait for user i nput at config display if needed.
AA Uninstall POST INT1Ch vector and INT09h vector.
AB Prepare BBS for Int 19 boot. Init MP tables.
AC
B1
00 Passes control to OS Loader (typically INT19h).
Displaying sign-on message, CPU information, setup key message, and any
OEM specific information.
Initializes different devices through DIM. See DIM Code Checkpoints section
of document for more information. USB controllers are initialized at this
point.
Test for total memory installed in the system. Also, Check for DEL or ESC
keys to li mit me mory test. Display to tal memory in the system.
Detect different devices (Parallel ports, serial ports, and coprocessor in
CPU, etc.) successfully installed in the system and update the BDA,
EBDA…etc.
Updates CMOS memory size from memory found in memory test. Allocates
memory for Extended BIOS Data Area from base memory. Programming the
memory hole or any kind of implementation that needs an adjustment in
system RAM size if needed.
Initialization of system management interrupt by invoking all handlers.
Please note this checkpoint comes right after checkpoint 20h.
Takes care of runtime image preparation for different BIOS modules. Fill the
free area in F000h segment with 0FFh. Initializes the Microsoft IRQ Routing
Table. Prepares the runtime language module. Disables the system
configuration display if needed.
Displays the system configuration screen if enabled. Initialize the CPU’s
before boot, which includes the programming of the MTRR’s.
End of POST initialization of chipset registers. De-initializes the ADM
module.
Save system context for ACPI. Prepare CPU for OS boot including final
MTRR values.
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7.5 CONVERSION OF HEXADECIMAL AND DECIMAL SYSTEM
Hex Dec Hex Dec Hex Dec Hex Dec
1 1 1A 26 33 51 4C 76
2 2 1B 27 34 52 4D 77
3 3 1C 28 35 53 4E 78
4 4 1D 29 36 54 4F 79
5 5 1E 30 37 55 50 80
6 6 1F 31 38 56 51 81
7 7 20 32 39 57 52 82
8 8 21 33 3A 58 53 83
9 9 22 34 3B 59 54 84
A 10 23 35 3C 60 55 85
B 11 24 36 3D 61 56 86
C 12 25 37 3E 62 57 87
D 13 26 38 3F 63 58 88
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E 14 27 39 40 64 59 89
F 15 28 40 41 65 5A 90
10 16 29 41 42 66 5B 91
11 17 2A 42 43 67 5C 92
12 18 2B 43 44 68 5D 93
13 19 2C 44 45 69 5E 94
14 20 2D 45 46 70 5F 95
15 21 2E 46 47 71 60 96
16 22 2F 47 48 72 61 97
17 23 30 48 49 73 62 98
18 24 31 49 4A 74 63 99
19 25 32 50 4B 75 64 100
7.6 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.
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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
G
ERMAN
Sp ezif ika tio nen
CPU
Chipsatz
Super E/A
Arbeitsspeich
er
SATA III Integrierter Serial ATA-Controller
LAN RTL8111E
Audio-Codec ALC892
Sockel FM1
AMD A-Series / E2-Series Prozessoren
AMD A75
ITE 8728
Biet et die häuf ig verwend eten alten Super
E/A-Funktionen.
Low Pin Count-Schnittstelle
DDR3 DIMM-Steckplätze x 4
Max. 32GB Arbeitsspeicher
Jeder DIMM unterstützt 512MB/
1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB DDR3.
Die AMD 64-Architektur unterstützt eine 32-Bit- und