Biostar TB250-BTC PRO Service Manual

FCC Information and Copyright

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.

The vendor makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents here and specially disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any purpose. Further the vendor reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes to the contents here without obligation to notify any party beforehand.

Duplication of this publication, in part or in whole, is not allowed without first obtaining the vendor’s approval in writing.

The content of this user’s manual is subject to be changed without notice and we will not be responsible for any mistakes found in this user’s manual. All the brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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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

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We declare this product is complying with the laws in force and meeting all the essential requirements as specified by the directives

2004/108/CE, 2006/95/CE and 1999/05/CE whenever these laws may be applied

Table Of Contents

FCC Information and Copyright 1 Chapter 1: Introduction 3

1.1 Before You Start 3

1.2 Package Checklist 3

1.3 Specifications 4

1.4 Rear Panel Connectors 5

1.5 Motherboard Layout 6

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 8

2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU) 8

2.2 Install a Heatsink 10

2.3 Connect Cooling Fans 11

2.4 Install System Memory 11

2.5 Expansion Slots 13

2.6 Jumper & Switch Setting 14

2.7 Headers & Connectors 15

Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software 19

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup 19

3.2 BIOS Update 19

3.3 Software 23

Chapter 4: Useful Help 26

4.1 Driver Installation 26

4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code 27

4.3 AMI BIOS post code 27

4.4 Troubleshooting 29

APPENDIX I: Specifications in Other Languages 30

Arabic......................................................................................................................................	30
German...................................................................................................................................	31
Russian....................................................................................................................................	32
Spanish ...................................................................................................................................	33
Thai .........................................................................................................................................	34

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Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Before 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 •  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.

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1.3 Specifications

Specifications

		Socket 1151 for Intel® Core i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processor
	CPU Support	Maximum CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power): 95Watt
		* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for CPU support list.
	Chipset	INTEL® B250
		Supports Dual Channel DDR4 1866/2133/2400
		2x DDR4 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 32 GB Memory
	Memory	Each DIMM supports non-ECC 4/8/16GB DDR4 module
		* DDR4-2400 for 7th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor Family.
		* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for Memory support list.
	Storage	6x SATA III Connector (6Gb/s)
	LAN	RTL8111H
		10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s auto negotiation, Half / Full duplex capability
	Audio Codec	ALC887
		7.1 Channels, High Definition Audio
	USB	6x USB 3.0 port (4 on rear I/Os and 2 via internal header)
		6x USB 2.0 port (2 on rear I/Os and 4 via internal header)
		TB250-BTC PRO:		TB250-BTC+ :
		11x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot		7x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot
	Expansion Slots	1x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot		1x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot
		* PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot : for Crypto Mining, please change the speed to PCI-E 2.0 in BIOS setting
		* Maximum VGA cards mining support are depening on VGA Driver or mining software.
		1x PS/2 Mouse
		1x PS/2 Keyboard
		1x DVI-D Port
	Rear I/Os	1x LAN port
		2x USB Port (only 1.5A power)
		2x USB 2.0 Port
		4x USB 3.0 Port
		3x Audio Jack
		6x SATA III Connector (6Gb/s)
		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 8-Pin Power Connector
		1x 24-Pin Power Connector
		2x 4-Pin Power Connector (for Crypto Mining, 4pin power connector must be installed)
	Internal I/Os	1x 15-Pin SATA Power Connector (for USB power enhancement)
		1x CPU Fan Connector
		2x System Fan Connector
		1x Front Panel Header
		1x Front Audio Header
		1x COM Serial Header
		1x Clear CMOS Header
	Form Factor	ATX Form Factor, 295mm x 210mm
		Windows 7 (32/64bit) / 8.1(64bit) /10(64bit)
	OS Support	* Windows 7 (32/64bit) / 8.1(64bit) for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor Family only.
		* Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice.

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1.4Rear Panel Connectors

Note

»  DVI-D port only works with an Intel® integrated Graphics Processor.

»» Maximum resolution

DVI-D: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz

»» When using the front HD audio jack and plug in the headset, the rear sound will be automatically

Disabled.

»» To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use a chassis with HD front panel audio module and

enable the multi-channel audio feature through O.S. Audio Utility.

»» The USB 1.5A port only provides 1.5A power for your accessories. (e.g. headphones and USB charger

devices.)

The 2/ 4/ 5.1/ 7.1-channel configuration

Audio Port	2-channel	4-channel	5.1 channel	7.1 channel
Blue (Rear Panel)	Line In	Line In	Line In	Side Speaker Out
Green (Rear Panel)	Line Out	Front Speaker Out	Front Speaker Out	Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear Panel)	Mic In	Mic In	Center/Subwoofer Out	Center/Subwoofer Out
Green (Front Panel)	Headphone	Rear Speaker Out	Rear Speaker Out	Rear Speaker Out

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1.5 Motherboard Layout

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Note

»  represents the 1st pin.

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Note

»  represents the 1st pin.

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Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Step 1: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard

Note

»  Remove pin cap before installation, and make good preservation for future use. When the CPU is

removed, cover the pin cap on the empty socket to ensure pin legs won’t be damaged.

»  The motherboard might equip with two different types of pin cap. Please refer below instruction to

remove the pin cap.

Step 2: Pull the socket locking lever out from the socket and then raise the lever up.

Step 3: Remove the Pin Cap.

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Step 4: Hold processor with your thumb and index fingers, oriented as shown. Align the notches with the socket. Lower the processor straight down without tilting or sliding the processor in the socket.

Step 5: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then lower the lever to locked position to complete the installation.

Note

»  Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket.

»  The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. Do not force the CPU into the socket to prevent

damaging the CPU.

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2.2 Install a Heatsink

Step 1: Place the CPU fan assembly on top of the installed CPU and make sure that the four fasteners match the motherboard holes. Orient the assembly and make the fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.

Step 2: Press down two fasteners at one time in a diagonal sequence to secure the CPU fan assembly in place. As each fastener locks into position a click should be heard.

Note

»  Apply the thermal interface material on the CPU before heatsink installation, if necessary.

»  Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector.

»  For proper installation, please kindly refer to the installation manual of your CPU heatsink.

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2.3 Connect 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.

CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Header

																Pin	Assignment
																1	Ground
																2	+12V
																3	FAN RPM rate sense
																4	Smart Fan Control (By Fan)

SYS_FAN1/ SYS_FAN2: System Fan Header

																					Pin	Assignment
																					1	Ground
																					2	+12V
																					3	FAN RPM rate sense
																					4	Smart Fan Control (By Fan)

Note

»  CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1 & SYS_FAN2 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 pin#1(GND).

2.4 Install System Memory

DDR4 Modules

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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.

Note

»  If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.

Memory Capacity

	DIMM Socket Location	DDR4 Module	Total Memory Size
	DIMMA1	4GB/8GB/16GB	Max is 32GB.
	DIMMB1	4GB/8GB/16GB

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	DIMMA1	DIMMB1
Disabled	O	X
Disabled	X	O
Enabled	O	O

(O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.)

Note

»  When installing more than one memory module, we recommend to use the same brand and

capacity memory on this motherboard.

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2.5 Expansion Slots

PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen3 x16 Slot

•  PCI-Express 3.0 compliant.

•  Theoretical maximum bandwidth using two slots simultaneously is 16GB/s for each slot, a total of 32GB/s.

<TB250-BTC PRO> PEX1_1/PEX1_2/PEX1_3/PEX1_4/PEX1_5/PEX1_6/PEX1_7/PEX1_8/PEX1_9/

PEX1_10/PEX1_11: PCI-Express Gen3 x1 Slots

(for Crypto Mining, please change the speed to PCI-E 2.0 in BIOS setting)

•  PCI-Express 3.0 compliant.

•  Data transfer bandwidth up to 1GB/s per direction; 2GB/s in total

<TB250-BTC + > PEX1_1/PEX1_2/PEX1_3/PEX1_4/PEX1_5/PEX1_6/PEX1_11:

PCI-Express Gen3 x1 Slots

(for Crypto Mining, please change the speed to PCI-E 2.0 in BIOS setting)

•  PCI-Express 3.0 compliant.

•  Data transfer bandwidth up to 1GB/s per direction; 2GB/s in total

Note

»  Maximum VGA cards mining support are depening on VGA Driver or mining software.

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Install an Expansion Card

You can install your expansion card by following steps:

•  Read the related expansion card’s instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer.

•  Remove your computer’s chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. •  Place a card in the expansion slot and press down on the card until it is completely

seated in the slot.

•  Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. •  Replace your computer’s chassis cover.

•  Power on the computer, if necessary, change BIOS settings for the expansion card. •  Install related driver for the expansion card.

2.6 Jumper & Switch 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 Pin 1-2 closed

JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Jumper

The jumper allows users to restore the BIOS safe setting and the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard.

Pin 1-2 Open: Normal Operation (Default)

Pin 1-2 Close: Clear CMOS data

Clear CMOS Procedures:

1.Remove AC power line.

2.Set the jumper to “Pin 1-2 close”, you can use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins.

3.Wait for five seconds.

4.After clearing the CMOS values, be sure the jumper is “Pin 1-2 open”.

5.Power on the AC.

6.Load Optimal Defaults and save settings in CMOS.

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2.7 Headers & 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.

																							Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
																							13	+3.3V	1	+3.3V
																							14	-12V	2	+3.3V
																							15	Ground	3	Ground
																							16	PS_ON	4	+5V
																							17	Ground	5	Ground
																							18	Ground	6	+5V
																							19	Ground	7	Ground
																							20	NC	8	PW_OK
																							21	+5V	9	Standby Voltage+5V
																							22	+5V	10	+12V
																							23	+5V	11	+12V
																							24	Ground	12	+3.3V

ATXPWR2: ATX Power Source Connector

The connector provides +12V to the CPU power circuit. If the CPU power plug is 4-pin, please plug it into Pin 1-2-5-6 of ATXPWR2.

																															Pin	Assignment
																															1	+12V
																															2	+12V
																															3	+12V
																															4	+12V
																															5	Ground
																															6	Ground
																															7	Ground
																															8	Ground

Note

»  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 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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AUXPWR1/2: Auxiliary Power for Graphics

(for Crypto Mining, 4pin power connector must be installed)

This connector is an auxiliary power connection for graphics cards. Exclusive power for the graphics card provides better graphics performance.

																					Pin	Assignment
																					1	+12V
																					2	GND
																					3	GND
																					4	+5V

SATA_POWER: SATA Power Source Connector

This SATA power connector enhances the power of rear USB ports.

																					Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
																					1	VCC3	9	VCC5
																					2	VCC3	10	Ground
																					3	VCC3	11	N/A
																					4	Ground	12	Ground
																					5	Ground	13	12V
																					6	Ground	14	12V
																					7	VCC5	15	12V
																					8	VCC5	---	---

PANEL1: Front Panel Header

This 16-pin header includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and speaker connection.

Pin

Assignment

Function

Pin

Assignment

Function

1

+5V

9

N/A

N/A

2

N/A

Speaker

10

N/A

3

N/A

Connector

11

N/A

N/A

4

Speaker

12

Power LED (+)

Power

5

HDD LED (+)

Hard drive

13

Power LED (+)

LED

6

HDD LED (-)

LED

14

Power LED (-)

7

Ground

Reset

15

Power button

Power-on

8

Reset control

button

16

Ground

button

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SATA3_1/3_2/3_3/3_4/3_5/3_6: Serial ATA Connectors

These connectors connect to SATA hard disk drives via SATA cables.

																										Pin	Assignment
																										1	Ground
																										2	TX+
																										3	TX-
																										4	Ground
																										5	RX-
																										6	RX+
																										7	Ground

JFRONT_USB3_1: Header for USB 3.0 Ports at Front Panel

This header allows user to add additional USB ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

																					Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
																					1	VBUS0	11	D2+
																					2	SSRX1-	12	D2-
																					3	SSRX1+	13	Ground
																					4	Ground	14	SSTX2+
																					5	SSTX1-	15	SSTX2-
																					6	SSTX1+	16	Ground
																					7	Ground	17	SSRX2+
																					8	D1-	18	SSRX2-
																					9	D1+	19	VBUS1
																					10	ID	20	Key

F_USB1/2: Header for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel

This header allows user to add additional USB ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

																								Pin	Assignment
																								1	+5V (fused)
																								2	+5V (fused)
																								3	USB-
																								4	USB-
																								5	USB+
																								6	USB+
																								7	Ground
																								8	Ground
																								9	Key
																								10	NC

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F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header

This header allows user to connect the chassis-mount front panel audio I/O which supports HD and AC’97 audio standards.

																				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

Note

»  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.

»  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.

COM1: Serial Port Header

The motherboard has a serial port header for connecting RS-232 Port.

																											Pin	Assignment
																											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	Key

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Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup

•  The BIOS Setup program can be used to view and change the BIOS settings for the computer. The BIOS Setup program is accessed by pressing the <DEL> key after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins.

•  For further information of setting up the UEFI BIOS, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Manual on our website.

3.2 BIOS Update

The BIOS can be updated using either of the following utilities:

•  BIOSTAR BIOS-FLASHER: Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a hard disk, a USB drive (a flash drive or a USB hard drive), or a CD-ROM.

•  BIOSTAR BIOS Update Utility: It enables automated updating while in the Windows environment. Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a hard disk, a USB drive (a flash drive or a USB hard drive), or a CD-ROM, or from the file location on the

Web.

BIOSTAR BIOS-FLASHER

Note

»  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 to system boot failure.

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.(Only supported FAT/FAT32 format)

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.

5.After entering the POST screen, the BIOS-

FLASHER utility pops out. Choose <fs0> to search for the BIOS file.

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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.

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 <DEL> 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.

BIOS Update Utility (through the Internet)

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.Launch 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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