ECS 3.8L MS400 User Manual
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Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual,
nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.
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Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof
and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for
any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation
of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed
with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits
governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Trademark Recognition
Windows® 7/8/8.1 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
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Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement
sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation
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Safety Instructions
Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for
information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important
that you read the following safety instructions.
Setting up your system
• Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you
operate your system.
• Do not use this product near water or a heated source such as a radiator.
• Set up the system on a stable surface.
• Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these
openings. Make sure you leave plenty of space around the system for
ventilation. Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation
openings.
• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between
0°C and 40°C.
• If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total ampere rating of the
devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere
rating.
Attention during use
• Do not step on the power cord or let anything rest on top of it.
• Do not spill water or any other liquid on your system.
• When the system is turned OFF, a small amount of electrical current still
flows. Always unplug all power, modem, and network cables from the
power outlets before cleaning the system.
• If you encounter the following technical problems with the product,
unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your
retailer.
• The power cord or plug is damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled into the system.
• The system does not function properly even if you follow the
operating instructions.
• The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
• The system performance changes
The warranty does not apply to products that have been disassembled by
users
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Safety cautions and warnings
Optical Drive Safety Information
CAUTION:
Invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into beam or view
directly with optical instructions.
WARNING:
Makeing adjustments or performing procedures other than those
specified in the user’s manual may result in hazardous laser exposuer.
Do not attempt to disassemble the optical drive. For your safety, have
the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider.
Optical drive sold with this system contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
Product disposal notice
INPORTANT:
This symbol if the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal
waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)
CAUTION:
Danger of explosoin if battery is incorrectly replace only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Product disposal notice
1. Do not place this product underneath heavy loads or in an unstable
position.
2. Do not use or expose this product around magnetic fields as magnetic
interference may affect the performance of the product.
3. Do not expose this product to high levels of direct sunlight, highhumidity or wet conditions.
4. Do not block the air vents to this product or impede the airflow in any
way.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 3 11
Using BIOS 11
About the Setup Utility................................................................. 11
The Standard Configuration...............................................11
Entering the Setup Utility...................................................11
Resetting the Default CMOS Values..................................12
Using BIOS.......................................................................................12
BIOS Navigation Keys.........................................................13
Main Menu ........................................................................14
Advanced Menu.................................................................15
Chipset Menu.....................................................................25
Tweak Menu......................................................................28
Boot Menu..........................................................................32
Security Menu....................................................................33
Exit Menu...........................................................................34
Updating the BIOS.............................................................35
Chapter 2
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Installing the PC 7
System Quick Installing...................................................................7
Chapter 4
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Using the Software 37
About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM....................................37
Auto-installing under Windows 7/8/8.1...................................37
Running Setup....................................................................38
Manual Installation......................................................................40
Utility Software Reference............................................................40
Chapter 1Chapter 1
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Chapter 1
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Introducing the PC 1
Introduction.....................................................................................1
Specification....................................................................................2
Front and Rear I/O..........................................................................3
Packing Contents.............................................................................5
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Trouble Shooting 41
Start up problems during assembly............................................41
Start up problems after prolong use..........................................42
Maintenance and care tips.........................................
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Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...............................................43
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Introducing the PC
Chapter 1
Introducing the PC
Introduction
Thank you for choosing 3.8L MS400 of great performance and with stylish and flexible design.
Supports LGA1150 Socket for Intel® 4th Generation CoreTM processors and a dimension of 270mm (H)* 205mm (D)* 70mm (W), 3.8L SFF provides the features of low
power consumption (working with a 120Watt power adaptor), and space saving.
The chipset is Intel® H81, supporting up to 16 GB of system memory with DDR3 memory
SO-DIMM, 3.5” SATA III HDD, SATA III Slim DVD Super-multi Tray type, and Build in Intel
®
HD Graphics.
Note:
ID design may vary.
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Specification
• Support SATA III Slim DVD Super-multi Tray type
• 19V/120W power adaptor
WARNING:
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, or using the third-party overclocking
tools. Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even case damage to
the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own
risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage casesd by
overclocking.
Chipset
CPU Support
Graphics
Storage
ODD
Power
Dimensions (mm)
Memory
Front Panel
OS Support
• Intel® H81
• Supports LGA1150 Socket for Intel
® 4th
Generation
Core
TM
processors (up to 65W)
• Intel® HD graphics from CPU
• Support Full HD Playback
• Support 1 x 3.5” SATA III HDD
• 4 x USB 2.0
• 1 x 8 Channel Audio, 6 Jacks
• 1 x D-Sub (VGA)
• 1 x HDMI
• 1 x Giga LAN
• 1 x External Antenna
• 1 x TV Antenna (Optional)
• 1 x DC-IN
• 1 x LPT port
• 1 x COM port
• 270mm * 205mm * 70mm
• 2 x SO-DIMM up to 16 GB, Dual-channel
• 2 x USB 2.0
• 2 x USB 3.0
• 1 x Headphone output
• 1 x MIC-IN
• 1 x Multi-card reader slot
• Hardware Compatible with Windows 7/8/8.1 (Home
Premium)
Expansion
• 2 x Mini-PCIe slots (one full card slot for mSATA or
Tuner, and one half card slot for WLAN.)
Rear Panel
• 1 x TPM header (Optional: TPM 2.0 IC)Security
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Front and Rear I/O
1. Power Button Press the prower button to turn the system on and
off.
2. 3 IN 1 Card Reader
Supports SD Card/ MMC Card/ MS Card. You can easily
read phone or other files on the momery card. Digital
cameras, DVs, MP3 or any other digital devices are
compatible.
3. USB 3.0 Connectors
The USB connector is used for USB 3.0/2.0 devices, such
as mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner and other USBcompatible device.
5. Mic In Jack
Connecting Microphone.
6. Headphone Jack
Connecting Headphone.
Note:
ID design may vary.
4. USB 2.0 Connectors The USB connector is used for USB 2.0 devices, such
as mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner and other USBcompatible device.
7. Eject Button
Press eject button to open the optical disk drive.
8. Optical Disk Drive
Can read and record DVDs and/or CDs.
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10. USB Connectors Connecting USB Devices (USB2.0 Ports).
11. Eight channel HD Audio Side surround/ Back Surround/ Center & Woofer/
Microphone Jack/ Headphone Jack/ Line In Jack.
9. HDMI Connector Connecting HDMI Device.
12. DC Jack It is used for power adapter.
14. D-SUB Connector Connecting VGA Monitor.
13. Antenna It is used for an optional antenna.
16. LAN Connecting the Network.
17. TV Tuner TV in jack.
18. COM Port Connecting a serial port extension bracket.
15. LPT Port Connecting the printer, scanner or other devices.
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Packing Contents
NOTE:
Please contact us immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing.
Driver DVD
Manual
Stand
Power
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Introducing the PC
Memo
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Installing the PC
Chapter 2
Installing the PC
System Quick Installation
1. Connecting HDMI device.
2. Connecting VGA Monitor. (D-SUB Connector)
3. The USB connector is for attaching USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, printer,
scanner and other USB-compatible device.
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5. Connecting the Microphone. (Microphone Jack)
4. Connecting the Network. (LAN Connector)
6. Connecting Speakers or Headphones. (Headphone Jack)
7. Connecting External Audio Device. (Line In Jack)
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8. Connecting Power. (DC jack)
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