ECS A47G Series User Manual

Motherboard User’s Guide

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Trademarks

Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp. AMD, Athlon, Sempron and Duron are registered trademarks of AMD Corp. Other names used in this publication may be trademarks and are acknowledged.

Static Electricity Precautions

1. Don’t take this motherboard and components out of their original staticproof package until you are ready to install them.

2. While installing, please wear a grounded wrist strap if possible. If you don’t have a wrist strap, discharge static electricity by touching the bare metal of the system chassis.

3. Carefully hold this motherboard by its edges. Do not touch those components unless it is absolutely necessary. Put this motherboard on the top of static-protection package with component side facing up while installing.

Pre-Installation Inspection

1. Inspect this motherboard whether there are any damages to components and connectors on the board.

2. If you suspect this motherboard has been damaged, do not connect power to the system. Contact your motherboard vendor about those damages.

A47G Series, V1.0

February, 2012

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Table of Contents

Trademark ............................................................................................................i

Chapter 1: Introduction ..................................................................................... 1

Key Features .................................................................................................................... 1

Package Contents ........................................................................................................... 4

Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation .............................................................. 5

Motherboard Components.................................................................................. 6

Installing the Processor ................................................................................................. 7

Installing Memory Modules .......................................................................................... 9

Jumper Settings ............................................................................................................ 1 0

Install the Motherboard ............................................................................................... 11

Connecting Optional Devices .....................................................................................1 2

Install Other Devices ....................................................................................................1 5

Expansion Slots ............................................................................................................ 1 6

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility ....................................................................... 18

Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1 8

Running the Setup Utility...................................................................................18

Main Menu ....................................................................................................................1 9

Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................ 20

Chipset Menu ................................................................................................................3 2

Tweak Menu ................................................................................................................... 34

Boot Menu ..................................................................................................................... 36

Security Menu ............................................................................................................... 38

Exit Menu ......................................................................................................................3 9

Updating the BIOS .......................................................................................................4 0

Chapter 4: Software & Applications .............................................................. 41

Introduction .................................................................................................................. 4 1

Installing Support Software ........................................................................................4 1

Bundled Software Installation .................................................................................... 4 3

Chapter 6: Setting Up AMD A55 RAID Configuration ................................ 48

Setting Up a bootable RAID Array ............................................................................4 8

Chapter 5: CrossFireTM Technology (AMD Dual Graphics) Support ........ 44

CrossFireTM Technology ................................................................................................4 4

Recommendation .........................................................................................................4 7

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Notice:

1. Owing to Microsoft’s certifying schedule is various to every supplier, we might have some drivers not certified yet by Microsoft. Therefore, it might happen under Windows XP that a dialogue box (shown as below) pops out warning you this software has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP. Please rest assured that our RD department has already tested and verified these drivers. Just click the “Continue Anyway” button and go ahead the installation.

2. USB 2.0 Driver Limitations:

2-1. The USB 2.0 driver only supports Windows XP and Windows 2000. 2-2. If you connect a USB 2.0 hub to the root hub, plugging USB devices

into this hub, the system might not successfully execute certain USB devices’ connection because it could not recognize these devices.

Currently, we are working on such limitations’ solution. As soon as the olution is done, the updated USB drive will be released to our website: www.pcchips.com for your downloading.

Chapter 7: Trouble Shooting Tips ................................................................. 56

Start up problems during assemly .............................................................................. 56

Start up problems after prolong use .......................................................................... 5 7

Maintenance and care tips .......................................................................................... 57

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Chapter 1 Introduction

This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket FM1 for AMD A series processor for high-end business or personal desktop markets.

This motherboard is based on AMD A55 (Hudson D2) express chipset for best desktop platform. A55 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance HyperTransport peripheral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. The memory controller supports DDR3 memory DIMM frequencies of 1866

/1600/1333. It supports two DDR3 sockets with maximum memory size of 32 GB. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express x16 slot. It also supports one PCI slot which is PCI 2.3 compliant. In addition, one PCI Express x1 slot is supported, fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification, Revision 1.1. It integrats USB 2.0 interface, supporting up to eight USB 2.0 functional ports (4 USB 2.0 ports and 2 USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports). This motherboard integrates a Serial ATA host controller, supporting four SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each. It provides AMD SATA RAID configuration with RAID 0, 1 and 10 modes supported.

There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors, one D-sub (VGA) port, four USB 2.0 ports, one LAN port, three audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6-ch line-out. This motherboard is designed in a Micro ATX form factor using a four-layer printed circuit board and measures 230 mm x 180 mm.

Note: This board supports CPU up to 100W TDP only.

Key Features

The key features of this motherboard include:

Socket-FM1 Processor Support

• Supports socket FM1 for AMD A series processor

• Supports HyperTransport

(HT) 3.0 interface Speeds

HyperTransport

technology is a point-to-point link between two devices, it enables integrated circuits to exchange information at much higher speeds than currently available interconnect technologies.

Note: *1.Due to the limitation of chipset spec, it supports up to 1866 MHz for

motherboard with a single DIMM per channel.

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The AMD A55 (Hudson D2) chipset is based on an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.

• Supports one PCI Express x1 slot

• Supports one PCI Express x16 for Graphics Interface, fully compliant to

the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0

• Compliant with PCI v2.3 interface at 33 MHz

• Supports four Serial ATA devices which speeds up to 3.0Gb/s

• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to eight USB 2.0 ports

• Supports integrated RAID0, RAID1 and RAID10 (requires use of 4 or

more SATA ports) functionalities across all 4 ports

• Supports ACPI states S1, S3, S4 and S5

Audio

• 5.1 +2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec

• Meets Microsoft WLP3.x (Windows Logo Program) audio Requirements

• All DACs supports 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate

• Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT

• Direct Sound 3D

compatible

• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5V

Expansion Slots

• One PCI Express x16 slot

• One PCI Express x 1 slot

• One 32-bit PCI v2.3 complianat slot

Memory Support

• DDR3 1866

/1600/1333 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual-channel supported

• Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs

• Up to 16 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 32 GB

Serial ATA

• Four Serial ATA Connectors

• Transfer rate exceeding best ATA (3.0 Gb/s) with scalability to higher rates

• Low pin count for both host and devices

Note: *1.Due to the limitation of chipset spec, it supports up to 1866 MHz for

motherboard with a single DIMM per channel.

Chapter 1: Introduction

BIOS Firmware

The motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system features including the following:

• Power management

• Wake-up alarms

• CPU parameters

• CPU and memory timing

The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds.

Onboard I/O Ports

• PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors

• One D-sub (VGA) port

• Four USB 2.0 ports

• One LAN port

• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6-ch line-out

Onboard LAN (optional)

• Supports PCI Express

1.1

• Integrated 10/100 transceiver

• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support

• Supports PCI Express

1.1

• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver

• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support

Dimensions

• Micro ATX form factor of 230 x 180 mm

Note: Hardware specifications and software items are subject to change with

out notification.

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Package Contents

Your motherboard package ships with the following items:

 The motherboard  Two Serial ATA cables  The Software support disk

Optional Accessories

You can purchase the following optional accessories for this motherboard.

 The Extended USB module  The Serial ATA cable

Note: You can purchase your own optional accessories from the third party,

but please contact your local vendor on any issues of the specification and compatibility.

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Chapter 2 Motherboard Installation

To install this motherboard in a system, please follow these instructions in this chapter:

 Identify the motherboard components  Install a CPU  Install one or more system memory modules  Make sure all jumpers and switches are set correctly  Install this motherboard in a system chassis (case)  Connect any extension brackets or cables to headers/connectors on the

motherboard

 Install peripheral devices and make the appropriate connections to

headers/connectors on the motherboard

Note:

1 Before installing this motherboard, make sure jumper CLR_CMOS is

under Normal setting. See this chapter for information about locating

CLR_CMOS and the setting options.

2 Never connect power to the system during installation; otherwise, it

may damage the motherboard.

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Motherboard Components

LABEL COMPONENTS

1. CPU SOCKET FM1 for AMD A series processors

2. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector

3. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector

4. DDR3_1~2 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots

5. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector

6. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper

7. SPK Speaker header

8. SATA1~4 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors

9. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header

10. F_USB1~2 Front Panel USB 2.0 headers

11. USBPWR_F Front panel USB power select jumper

12. LPT Onboard parallel port header

13. COM Onboard serial port header

14. SPDIFO SPDIF out header

15. PCI 32-bit add-on card slots

16. CASE1 Chassis detect jumper

17. PCIE1 PCI Express x1 slot

18. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 slot for graphics interface

19. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header

20. USBPWR_R Rear USB/PS2 power select jumper

21. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector

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Installing the Processor

This motherboard has a socket FM1 processor socket. When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.

PS/2 Mouse

Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2

pointing device.

PS/2 Keyboard

Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2

keyboard.

VGA P o r t

Connect your monitor to the VGA port.

LAN Port

Connect an RJ-45 jack to t he LAN port

to connect your computer t o the Network.

USB 2.0 Port s

Use the USB ports to connect USB devices.

Audio P ort s

Use the three audio ports to connect audio

devices. The first jack is for stereo line-in

signal. T he t hird jack is for microphone.

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CPU Installation Procedure

Follow these instructions to install the CPU:

1 Unhook the locking lever of the CPU socket.

Pull the locking lever away from the socket and raising it to the upright position.

2 Match the pin1 corner marked as the beveled

edge on the CPU with the pin1 corner on the socket. Insert the CPU into the socket. Do not use force.

3 Push the locking lever down and hook it un-

der the latch on the edge of socket. 4 Apply thermal grease to the top of the CPU. 5 Install the cooling fan/heatsink unit onto the

CPU, and secure them all onto the socket

base. 6 Plug the CPU fan power cable into the CPU

fan connector (CPU_FAN) on the

motherboard.

Note: To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that

you use a high quality fan with 4800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.

*For reference only

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Installing Memory Modules

This motherboard accommodates two 240-pin DIMM sockets (Dual Inline Memory Module) for unbuffered DDR3 1866/1600/1333 memory modules (Double Data Rate SDRAM), and maximum 32 GB installed memory.

Memory Module Installation Procedure

These modules can be installed with up to 32 GB system memory. Refer to the following to install the memory module.

1. Push down the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket.

2. Align the memory module with the socket. There is a notch on the DIMM socket that you can install the DIMM module in the correct direction. Match the cutout on the DIMM module with the notch on the DIMM socket.

3. Install the DIMM module into the socket and press it firmly down until it is seated correctly. The socket latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM.

4. Install any remaining DIMM modules.

*For reference only

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CLR_CMOS: Clear CMOS Jumper

Use this jumper to clear the contents of the CMOS memory. You may need to clear the CMOS memory if the settings in the Setup Utility are incorrect and prevent your motherboard from operating. To clear the CMOS memory, disconnect all the power cables from the motherboard and then move the jumper cap into the CLEAR setting for a few seconds.

Jumper Settings

Connecting two pins with a jumper cap is SHORT; removing a jumper cap from these pins, OPEN.

Note: To avoid the system unstability after clearing CMOS, we recommend

users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Optimal De-faults” and then “Save Changes and Exit”.

Function Jumper Setting

VCC Short Pins 1-2 5VSB Short Pins 2-3

Use this jumper to set the Front Panel USB Power function.

USBPWR_F: FRONT PANEL USB POWER SELECT Jumper

Function Jumper Setting

NORMAL CMOS Short Pins 1-2 CLEA R Short Pins 2-3

CLR_CMOS

USBPWR_F

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Install The Motherboard

Install the motherboard in a system chassis (case). The board is a Micro ATX size motherboard. You can install this motherboard in an ATX case. Make sure your case has an I/O cover plate matching the ports on this motherboard.

Install the motherboard in a case. Follow the case manufacturer’s instructions to use the hardware and internal mounting points on the chassis.

Note: 1. Make sure the power supply provides enough SB5V voltage before

selecting the SB5V function.

2. To wake up the computer by USB/PS2 KB/Mouse in S3 status, users have to place the USBPWR_F & USBPWR_R cap onto 2-3 pin instead of 1-2 as default, and then press into BIOS “power Management Setup” page to choose the functions (USB/PS2KB/MS) you want to enable.

Function Jumper Setting

VCC Short Pins 1-2 5V SB Short Pins 2-3

USBPWR_R: REAR USB PS/2 POWER SELECT Jumper

Use this jumper to set the Rear USB PS/2 Power function.

USBPWR_R

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Connecting Optional Devices

Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices:

Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the case speaker cable to SPK. Con- nect the cable from the cooling fan to the SYS_FAN fan power connector on the motherboard. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX_12V.

Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL.

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 HD_ LED_ P(+ ) 2 FP PW R/ S LP( +) 3 HD_L ED_N( - ) 4 FP PWR/SLP(-)

5 RESET_ SW _N( - ) 6 PO WER_ SW _P( +) 7 RESET_ SW _P( +) 8 PO WER_ SW _ N( - ) 9 RSV D_DNU 10 KEY

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F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header

This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and lineout ports for easier access.

Here is a list of USB 2.0 pin assignments.

1. Locate the F_USB1~2 headers on the motherboard.

2. Plug the bracket cable onto the F_USB1~2 headers.

3. Remove a slot cover from one of the expansion slots on the system chassis. Install an extension bracket in the opening. Secure the extension bracket to the chassis with a screw.

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 V ERG _ FP_ US BPW R0 2 V ERG _ FP_ US BPW R0

3 USB_FP_P0(-) 4 USB_FP_P1(- )

5 USB_FP_P0(+) 6 USB_FP_P1(+) 7 GROUND 8 GROUND

9KEY 10GROUND

F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 Headers

The motherboard has USB 2.0 ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array. Additionally, some computer cases have USB 2.0 ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB 2.0 headers F_USB1~2 to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.

CASE1: Chassis intrusion detect header

This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 PORT1L 2 AUD_GND

3 PO RT1 R 4 PRES ENCE#

5 PORT2R 6 SENSE1_RETURN

7 S ENS E_S END 8 KEY

9 PO RT2 L 1 0 S ENSE2 _RETU RN

Pin 1-2 Function

Short Chassis cover is removed

Open Chassis cover is closed

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13 SLCT

26 K ey

LPT: Onboard parallel port header

This is a header that can ba used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.

1 STROBE

14 ALF

2 PD0

3 PD1

4 PD2

5 PD3

15 ERROR

16 INIT

17 SLCTIN

18 Ground

Pin Signal Name

6 PD4

19 Ground

7 PD5

20 Ground

8 PD6

9 PD7

10 AC K

11 BUSK

12 PE

21 Ground

22 Ground

23 Ground

24 Ground

25 Ground

COM: Onboard serial port header

Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a second serial port to your system.

SPDIFO: SPDIF out header

This is an optional header that provides an S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.

Pin Signal

1SPDIF

2 +5VA 3Key

4GND

1 DCDB Data Carrier Detect 2 SINB Serial Input 3 SOUTB UART B Serial Output

4 DTRB UART B Data Terminal Ready

5 GND Ground 6 DSRB Data Set Ready

7 RTSB RART B Request to Send 8 CTSB Clear to Send

9 RI Ring Indicator

10 Key No pin

Pin Signal Name Function

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Install Other Devices

Install and connect any other devices in the system following the steps below.

Serial ATA Devices

The Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives, which is designed to overcome the design limitations while enabling the storage interface to scale with the growing media rate demands of PC platforms. It provides you a faster transfer rate of 3.0 Gb/s. If you have installed a Serial ATA hard drive, you can connect the Serial ATA cables to the Serial ATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.

On the motherboard, locate the Serial ATA connectors SATA1-4, which support Serial ATA devices, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly.

It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface, but maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.

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Expansion Slots

This motherboard has one PCI Express x16, one PCI Express x1 and one 32-bit PCI slot.

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Follow the steps below to install an PCI Express x16/ PCI Express x1/PCI expansion card.

1. Locate the PCI Express x16, PCI Express x1, PCI slots on the mainboard.

2. Remove the blanking plate of the slot from the system chassis.

3. Install the edge connector of the expansion card into the slot. Ensure the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.

4. Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system chassis with a screw.

PCI Express x16 Slot

You can install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revsion 2.0.

PCI Slot

You can install the 32-bit PCI interface expansion card in the slot.

*For reference only

PCI Express x1 Slot

The PCI Express x 1 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 1.1 as well.

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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Utility

Introduction

The BIOS Setup Utility records settings and information of your computer, such as date and time, the type of hardware installed, and various configuration settings. Your computer applies the information to initialize all the components when booting up and basic functions of coordination between system components.

If the Setup Utility configuration is incorrect, it may cause the system to malfunction. It can even stop your computer booting properly. If it happens, you can use the clear CMOS jumper to clear the CMOS memory which has stored the configuration information; or you can hold down the Page Up key while rebooting your computer. Holding down the Page Up key also clears the setup information.

You can run the setup utility and manually change the configuration. You might need to do this to configure some hardware installed in or connected to the motherboard, such as the CPU, system memory, disk drives, etc.

Running the Setup Utility

Every time you start your computer, a message appears on the screen before the operating system loading that prompts you to “Hit <DEL>if you want to run SETUP”. Whenever you see this message, press the Delete key, and the Main menu page of the Setup Utility appears on your monitor.

You can use cursor arrow keys to highlight anyone of options on the main menu page. Press Enter to select the highlighted option. Press the Escape key to leave the setup utility. Press +/-/ to modify the selected field’s values.

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BIOS Information

System Language [English]

System Date [Sun 02/12/2012] System Time [02:10:11]

Choose the system default language

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

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/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

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Some options on the main menu page lead to tables of items with installed values that you can use cursor arrow keys to highlight one item, and press PgUp and PgDn keys to cycle through alternative values of that item. The other options on the main menu page lead to dialog boxes requiring your answer OK or Cancel by selecting the [OK] or [Cancel] key.

If you have already changed the setup utility, press F10 to save those changes and exit the utility. Press F1 to display a screen describing all key functions. Press F9 to load optimtimal settings.

Main Menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the main menu appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press <Enter> to display the submenu.

Date & Time

The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.

System Language (English)

This item is used to set system language.

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BIOS Information

System Language [English]

System Date [Sun 02/12/2012] System Time [02:10:11]

Choose the system default language

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

lk mn

/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

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The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system.

Advaned Menu

Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the PXE OpROM.

Main

Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

Legacy OpROM Support

Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled]

Launch Storage OpROM [Enabled]

LAN Configuration PC Health Status Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration Super IO Configuration

f ff

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

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/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

Enable/Disable Onboard LAN Option ROM

Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.

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Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Onboard LAN.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

LAN Configuration

The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

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Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

PC Health Status

On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the paeameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.

LAN Configuration

Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled]

Enabled or Disabled Onboard LAN

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

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/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

PC Health Status

Smart Fan Function

CPU Tct1 : +34 CPU Fan Speed : 956 RPM SYS Fan Speed : N/A CPU Voltage : +1.216 V DIMM Voltage : +1.608 V FCH Voltage : +1.168 V

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

lk mn

/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

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Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

fSmart Fan Function

Smart Fan Mode (Normal)

This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quite mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment. If you choose Silent mode, the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjust depending on users’ parameters.

CPU SMART Fan Control (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the control of the CPU fan speed by changing the fan voltage.

Main

Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

CPU Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Mode [Normal] Smart Fan Start Offset (-) 37 Tolerance Value 3 StartUp Value 102 Stop Value 77

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

Main

Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

CPU Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Mode [Quiet]

Smart Fan Start Offset (-) 45 Tolerance Value 5 StartUp Value 90 Stop Value 64

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

lk mn

/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

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Main

Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

CPU Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Mode [Silent]

Smart Fan Start Offset (-) 52 Tolerance Value 7 StartUp Value 77 Stop Value 51

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

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/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

Press <Esc> to return to the PC Health Status page.

Main

Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit

CPU Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Mode [Manual]

Smart Fan Start Offset (-) 37 Tolerance Value 3 StartUp Value 102 Stop Value 51

: Select Screen

+/- : Change Opt.

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/Click: Select Item

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC/Right Click: Exit

Enter/Dbl Click : Select

Smart Fan Start Offset (-) (37)

This item is used to set the start temperature of the smart fan.

Tolerance Value (3)

This item specifies the temperature tolerance value of the smart fan.

StartUp Value (102)

This item specifies the start PWM of the smart fan when the temperature is between the start temperature plus tolerance value and start temperature minus tolerance value.

Stop Value (77)

This item specifies the PWM of the smart fan when the temperature is lower than the start temperature minus tolerance value.

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System Component Characteristics

These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as System & CPU temperature, CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & system fan speed,... etc.

• CPU Tct1

• CPU Fan Speed

• SYS Fan Speed

• CPU Voltage

• DIMM Voltage

• FCH Voltage

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

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EUP Function (Enabled)

This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support.

Resume By PS2 MS (S3) (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Power Management Setup

This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.

Resume By PME (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI Modem or PCI LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI card.

Resume By RING (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the Modem. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

Resume By PS2 KB (S3) (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)

This item shows the type of the power LED.

Resume By USB 1.x/2.0 (S3) (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the USB 1.x/2.0 device wakeup function from S3 mode.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

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Resume By RING Disabled]

Resume By PME [Disabled] Resume By USB 1.x/2.0 (S3) [Disabled] Resume By PS2 KB (S3) [Disabled] Resume By PS2 MS (S3) [Disabled] EUP Function [Enabled] Power LED Type [Dual Color LED]

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ACPI Setting

The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.

ACPI Sleep State (S3(Suspend to RAM))

This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend toRAM) Sleep State (default).

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

CPU Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

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ACPI Sleep State [S3 (Suspend to RAM)]

Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the Suspend button is pressed.

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CPU Configuration Node0: AMD Engineering Sample Max Speed: 2300 MHZ Microcode Patch Level: 3000029

--------- Cache per Core --------L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KB/2-way L1 Data Cache: 64KB/2-way L2 Cache: 512KB/16-way No L3 Cache Present

C6 Mode [Enabled]

CPB Mode [Auto] AMD C&Q [Enabled] SB Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

Enable/disable C6

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Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Max Speed (2300 MHz)

This item shows the maximum & intended speed of the CPU.

Microcode Patch Level (3000029)

This item shows the Microcode revision.

L1 Instruction Cache (64KB/2-way)

This item shows CPU L1 Cache.

L2 Cache (512KB/16-way)

This item shows CPU L2 Cache.

No L3 Cache Present

This item shows CPU L3 Cache.

L1 Data Cache (64KB/2-way)

This item shows CPU L1 Cache.

C6 Mode (Enabled)

This item enables or disables the C6 mode.

CPB Mode (Auto)

This item is used to set the CPB mode.

AMD C&Q (Enabled)

This item enables or disables the CPU C&Q Function.

SB Spread Spectrum (Enabled)

This item enables or disables the SB Clock Spread Spectrum.

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SATA Configuration

Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.

Serial-ATA Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to select the Serial-ATA controller options: Disabled, Compatible, Enabled.

SATA Port1~4 (WDC WD5000AAKX (500.1/Not Present)

This motherboard supports four SATA channels and each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel, and each channel allows one SATA device to be installed.

SATA Mode (IDE Mode)

Use this item to select SATA mode.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

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SATA Configuration

Serial-ATA Controller [Enabled]

SATA Mode [IDE Mode] SATA Port1 WDC WD5000AAKX (500.1 SATA Port2 Not Present SATA Port3 Not Present SATA Port4 Not Present

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USB Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

All USB Devices (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.

Legacy USB Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting toAudio allows the system to detect the presence of the USB device at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.

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Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

USB Configuration

All USB Devices [Enabled]

Legacy USB Support [Enabled]

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Super IO Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

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Super IO Configuration

Serial Port 0 Configutation

Parallel Port Configutation

Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA)

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fSerial Port 0 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Serial Port 0 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled] Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;

Select an optional setting for Super IO device.

Change Settings [Auto]

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Change Settings

Auto IO=3F8h; IRQ=4 IO=3F8h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12; IO=2F8h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12; IO=3E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12; IO=2E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12;

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fParallel Port Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Parallel Port Configuration

Parallel Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5;

Select an optional setting for Super IO device.

Change Settings [Auto] Device Mode [STD Printer Mode]

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Parallel Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable parallel port.

Device Settings (IO=378h; IRQ=5;)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Device Mode (STD Printer Mode)

Use this item to select device mode.

Parallel Port Configuration

Parallel Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5;

Change the Printer Port mode.

Change Settings [Auto] Device Mode [STD Printer Mode]

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Device Mode

STD Printer Mode SPP Mode EPP-1.9 and SPP Mode EPP-1.7 and SPP Mode ECP Mode ECP and EPP 1.9 Mode ECP and EPP 1.7 Mode

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fNorth Bridge

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:

The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North chipset, South chipset and other system.

Chipset Menu

North Bridge Parameters

North Bridge

South Bridge

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North Bridge

IGD Memory [Auto]

Initate Graphic Adapter [PCI Express] CrossFire [Enabled]

IGD Share Memory Size

IGD Memory (Auto)

This item shows the information of the IGD(Internal Graphics device) memory.

Initate Graphic Adapter (PCI Express)

This item allows you to select graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.

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CrossFire (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable CrossFire function.

Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.

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fSouth Bridge

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)

This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating status.

Audio Configuration

This item shows the information of the audio configuration.

Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)

This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.

Case Open Warning (Disabled)

This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up, and the item below indicates the current status of the case.

Chassis Opened (No)

This item indicates whether the case has been opened.

Specify what state to go to when power is re-applied after a power failure (G3 state).

South Bridge

Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio [Enabled]

Case Open Warning [Disabled] Chassis Opened [No]

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This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system.

Tweak Menu

CPU Ratio/Voltage [Auto]

Memory Clock [Auto] Memory Timing Configuration [Auto] Memory Clock DCT0 is : None Command Rate N /A CAS# Latency (tCL) N/A RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) N/A Row Precharge Time (tRP) N/A RAS# Active Time (tRAS) N/A Memory Clock DCT1 is : (DDR-1333/667Mhz) Command Rate 1 T CAS# Latency (tCL) 9 CLK RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) 9 CLK Row Precharge Time (tRP) 9 CLK RAS# Active Time (tRAS) 24 CLK CPU Over-clocking Func. [Disabled] IGD Over-clocking Func. [Disabled]

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RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) (N/A/9 CLK)

These items specify the RAS# to CAS# delay to Rd/Wr command to the same bank.

RAS# Active Time (tRAS) (N/A/24 CLK)

These items specify the RAS# active time.

Row Precharge Time (tRP) (N/A/9 CLK)

These items specify Row precharge to Active or Auto-Refresh of the same bank.

Memory Timing Configuration

This item shows the information of Memory Timing Configuration.

CAS#Latency(tCL) (N/A/9 CLK)

These items determine the operation of DDR SDRAM memory CAS(column address strobe). It is recommanded that you leave this item at the default value. The 2T setting requires faster memory that specifically supports this mode.

Command Rate (N/A/1 T)

These items allow users to set command rate.

CPU Ratio/Voltage (Auto)

This item is used to set the CPU Ratio/Voltage.

Memory Clock (Auto)

This item is used to set the memory clock.

Memory Clock DCT0 is : (None)

This item shows current memory clock of DCT0.

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Memory Clock DCT1 is : (DDR-1333/667Mhz)

This item shows current memory clock of DCT0.

CPU Over-clocking Func . (Disabled)

This item enables or disables CPU over-clocking function.

IGD Over-clocking Func . (Disabled)

This item enables or disables IGD over-clocking function.

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This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.

Boot Menu

Boot Configuration

This item shows the information of the boot configuration.

Bootup NumLock State (On)

This item determines if the NumLock key is active or inactive at system start-up time.

Set Boot Priority

This item enables you to select boot priorities for all boot devices.

Select the keyboard NumLock state

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Boot Configuration

Bootup NumLock State [On]

Set Boot Priority 1st Boot [Hard Disk : WDC WD5...] 2nd Boot [CD/DVD] 3rd Boot [USB Floppy] 4th Boot [USB CD/DVD] 5th Boot [USB Hard Disk] 6th Boot [USB Flash] 7th Boot [Network] 8th Boot [UEFI]

1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th/6th/7th/8th Boot

These items shows the boot priorities.

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Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter] CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter] USB Floppy/Floppy Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter] USB CD/DVD Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter] USB HardDisk Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter] USB KEY Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter] Network Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter] UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities [Press Enter]

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CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing CD/DVD ROM drives.

USB Floppy/Floppy Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing USB Floppy/Floppy drives.

Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing hard disk drives.

USB CD/DVD Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing USB CD/DVD ROM drives.

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Network Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing network drives.

UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing UEFI Boot drives.

USB Key Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing USB Key drives.

USB HardDisk Drive BBS Priorities (Press Enter)

This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing USB HardDisk drives.

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This page enables you to set setup administrator and password.

Security Menu

Set Setup Administrator Password

Administrator Password

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Administrator Password

This item allows you to set up the administrator password.

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This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes.

Exit Menu

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Exit system setup after saving the changes.

Save Changes and Exit

Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset

Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes

Restore Defaults Save as User Defaults Restore User Defaults

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Boot Override

Use this item to select the boot device.

Save Changes and Exit

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and exit.

Discard Changes and Exit

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and exit.

Save Changes and Reset

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and reset.

Save Options

This item enables you to save the options that you have made.

Save Changes

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made.

Discard Changes

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made.

Restore Defaults

This item enables you to restore the system defaults.

Save as User Defaults

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made as user defaults.

Restore User Defaults

This item enables you to restore user defaults.

Discard Changes and Reset

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and reset.

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Updating the BIOS

You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Web site. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:

This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard.

1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the

setting to allow BIOS flashing.

2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in

Advanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.)

3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk.

(Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)

4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the

manufacturer’s Web site. Copy these files to the bootable device.

5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your

computer. (You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first.)

6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and

the file name of the new BIOS and then press <Enter>. Example: AFUDOS.EXE 040706.ROM

7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device

from the computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.

Chapter 4: Software & Applications

Chapter 4 Software & Applications

Introduction

This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD-ROM that comes with the motherboard package.

The support DVD-ROM contains all useful software, necessary drivers and utility programs to properly run our products. More program information is available in a README file, located in the same directory as the software.

To run the support disk, simply insert the disk into your DVD-ROM drive. An Auto Setup screen automatically pops out, and then you can go on the autoinstalling or manual installation depending on your operating system.

If your operating system is Windows XP/Vista/7, it will automatically install all the drivers and utilities for your motherboard.

Installing Support Software

1 Insert the support DVD-ROM disk in the DVD-ROM drive. 2 When you insert the DVD-ROM disk in the system DVD-ROM drive,

the disk automatically displays an Auto Setup screen.

3 The screen displays four buttons of Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and

Exit on the right side, and three others Drivers, Utilities and Information at the bottom. Please see the following illustration.

The Setup button runs the software auto-installing program as explained in next section.

The Browse CD button is a standard Windows command that you can check the contents of the disc with the Windows file browsing interface.

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The Exit button closes the Auto Setup window. To run the program again, reinsert the DVD-ROM disk in the drive; or click the DVD-ROM driver from the Windows Explorer, and click the Setup icon.

The Utilities button brings up a software menu. It shows the bundled software that this mainboard supports.

The Information brings you to the Install Path where you can find out path names of software driver.

Auto-Installing under Windows XP/Vista/7

If you are under Windows XP/7, please click the Setup button to run the software auto-installing program while the Auto Setup screen pops out after inserting the support DVD-ROM:

1 The installation program loads and displays the following screen. Click

the Next button.

2 Select the items that you want to setup by clicking on it (the default

options are recommended). Click the Next button to proceed.

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Bundled Software Installation

All bundled software available on the DVD-ROM is for users’ convenience. You can install bundled software as follows:

1 Click the Utilities button while the Auto Setup screen pops out after

inserting the support DVD-ROM. 2 A software menu appears. Click the software you want to install. 3 Follow onscreen instructions to install the software program step by

step until finished.

3 The support software will automatically install.

Once any of the installation procedures start, software is automatically installed in sequence. You need to follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart as few times as needed to complete installing whatever software you selected. When the process is finished, all the support software will be installed and start working.

Windows Vista/7 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Allow” to install the next driver.

Continue this process to complete the drivers installation.

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Chapter 5 CrossFireTMTechnology

(AMD Dual Graphics) Support

CrossFireTM Technology

The CrossFireTM technology provides significant display performance boost to AMD-based systems by inserting the external PCI Express graphics card and enabling both the discrete GPU and the AMD A55 graphics core to render simultaneously in CrossFire

mode.

Follow the steps below to start the CrossFire

technology.

1. Insert a graphics card (which can be used for CrossFire

technology, such as

HD6670 series) into the PCIEX16 slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated on the slot.

2. For CrossFire

, you must enter the BIOS, set the Initate Graphic Adapter in

Advanced Menu to IGD. Then press F4 to save the configuration and exit the BIOS.

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IGD Memory [Auto]

Initate Graphic Adapter [IGD] CrossFire [Enabled]

IGD Share Memory Size

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3. Set the CrossFire in Advanced Menu to Enabled. Then press F4 to save the configuration and exit the BIOS.

4. Click with your right mouse button on My Computer, then click the option Manage and choose the Device Manager, finally, click the Display Adapters. The following screen appears. Be sure that the External ATI graphics (ATI Radeon HD

6670) and Onboard graphics (Radeon HD 6530D or HD6550D) are both displaying in the Display adapters.

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IGD Memory [Auto ] Initate Graphic Adapter [IGD]

CrossFire [Enabled]

CrossFire: Output is IGD Video

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5. Enter AMD VISION Engine Control Center, you can see the option of CrossFireTM, click it and select Enable CrossFire

, then CrossFireTM starts.

To disable CrossFireTM, please make sure to cancel Enable CrossFire

in Catalyst Control Center firstly.

Please reference latest AMD Dual Graphics® Technology Graphic Card support list on AMD official website and subject to change without notice.

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Recommendation

1.The APU in the A55 platform delivers a discrete-class of graphics performance and enables leading GPU compute capability

-Adding a discrete GPU is optional to extend graphics and GPU compute capacity

2.For optimal performance uplift, AMD recommends Dual Graphics (CrossFire

Technology) combinations of

-A4 and Discrete GPU model Radeon HD6450

-A6 and Discrete GPU model Radeon HD6570

-A8 and Discrete GPU model Radeon HD6570 or HD6670

3.AMD recommends a balanced system memory configuration of at least 4GB of 1333-DDR3 (2GB x 2GB). Single channel and unbalanced memory configuration can promise both APU and Dual Graphics performance.

4.CrossFire

Technology (AMD Dual Graphics) Support on OS Windows 7 only due

to the limitation by AMD.

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This section explains how to configure a bootable AMD RAID array.

Setting Up the BIOS

Figure 1.2 SATA Configuration Screen

Chapter 6 Setting Up AMD A55 RAID Configuration

Use the arrow keys to select Advanced menu (see Figure 1.1), then select SATA Configuration and press Enter.

Start your computer, then press Delete to enter the BIOS setup.

The BIOS CMOS Setup Utility screen appears.

BIOS Information

System Language [English]

System Date [Sun 02/12/2012] System Time [02:10:11]

Choose the system default language

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Serial-ATA Controller [Enabled]

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Figure 1.1 BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Screen

Chapter 6: Setting Up AMD A55 RAID Configuration

Enter the RAID BIOS Setup by pressing Ctrl-F when prompted, and proceed to set up the AMD RAID BIOS as described in the next section.

Use the arrow keys to select the SATA Configuration (see Figure 1.2) and globally set SATA Configuration to RAID.

The PC reboots.

Press F4 to save the configuration and exit.

Configuring the AMD RAID BIOS (Windows XP Installation)

The AMD RAID BIOS set up lets you choose the RAID type and which hard drives you want to make part of the array.

Entering the RAID BIOS Setup:

Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press Ctrl-F.

The RAID prompt appears as part of the system POST and boot process prior to loading of the OS. You have a few seconds to press Ctrl-F before the screen disappears.

Press Ctrl-F.

The Main Menu screen appears (Figure 1.3).

Figure 1.3 Main Menu

View Drive Assignments..................[ 1 ]

Define LD..........................................[ 2 ]

Define LD..........................................[ 3 ]

Controller Configuration...................[ 4 ]

Press 1..4 to Select Option [ESC] Exit

[ Main Menu ]

[ Keys Available ]

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Using the Define a New Array Screen

If necessary, press the tab key to move from field to field until the appropriate field is highlighted.

Select [2], then select LD 1 in the following page.

The Define LD Menu screen appears (Figure 1.4).

Figure 1.4 Define LD Menu

[

m] Up [

n] Down [ESC] Exit [Space] Change Option [Ctrl-Y] Save

[ Define LD Menu ]

[ Keys Available ]

LD No RAID Mode Total Drv

LD 1 RAID 0 0

Stripe Block : 64 KB Past Init : OFF Gigabyte Boundary : ON Cache Mode : WriteThru

Channel : ID Drive Model Capacity (MB) Assignment 3 : Mas WDC WD3200AAJS-22B4 320073

4 : Mas WDC WD1600JS-22NVB1 160042 N

[ Drives Assignments ]

• Selecting the RAID Mode

By default, this is set to Mirroring. To change to a different RAID mode, press the spacebar until the mode that you want appears in the RAID Mode box—RAID0/ 1/10/JBOD.

Note: Not all RAID levels are supported on all platforms.

Stripe block size is given in kilobytes, and affects how data is arranged on the disk. It is recommended to leave this value at the default Optimal, which is 64KB, but the values can be 64 KB and 128 KB. When choose RAID 1, the Stripe block size is unchangeable.

• Selecting the Stripe Block Size

Note: If you want to use the function of the following RAID Mode, you have to install enough HDD.

RAID READY (1 piece of HDD); RAID 0,1 ,JBOD (2 or more pieces of HDD); RAID 0+1 (4 pieces of HDD)

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Figure 1.5 illustrates the Define a New Array screen after two disks have been assigned as RAID 0 array disks.

Figure 1.5 FastBuild Utility-Array Disks Assigned

Assigning the Disks

1. Select the Assignment to Y to designate a free disk to be used as a RAID array disk.

2. Press Ctrl-Y to save the configuration and exit.

The Define LD Menu screen appears (Figure 1.6).

Figure 1.6 Define LD Menu

[

m] Up [

n] Down [ESC] Exit [Space] Change Option [Ctrl-Y] Save

[ Define LD Menu ]

[ Keys Available ]

LD No RAID Mode Total Drv

LD 1 RAID 0 2

Stripe Block : 64 KB Past Init : OFF Gigabyte Boundary : ON Cache Mode : WriteThru

Channel : ID Drive Model Capacity (MB) Assignment 3 : Mas WDC WD3200AAJS-22B4 320073 Y 4 : Mas WDC WD1600JS-22NVB1 160042

[ Drives Assignments ]

[

m] Up [

n] Down [ESC] Exit [Space] Change Option [Ctrl-Y] Save

[ Define LD Menu ]

[ Keys Available ]

LD No RAID Mode Total Drv Capacity(MB) Status

LD 1 RAID 0 2 318000 Functional LD 2 ---- ---- ------ ---LD 3 ---- ---- ------ ---LD 4 ---- ---- ------ ---LD 5 ---- ---- ------ ---LD 6 ---- ---- ------ ---LD 7 ---- ---- ------ ---LD 8 ---- ---- ------ ----

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3. Press ESC to exit.

4. Press Y to reboot.

The Main Menu screen appears (Figure 1.7).

The following screen appears (Figure 1.8).

View Drive Assignments..................[ 1 ]

Define LD..........................................[ 2 ]

Define LD..........................................[ 3 ]

Controller Configuration...................[ 4 ]

Press 1..4 to Select Option [ESC] Exit

[ Main Menu ]

[ Keys Available ]

System is going to REBOOT! Are You Sure? Y - Reboot / Any Key - Back

ID Mode Size TRACK-MAPPING STATUS

1 2+0 RAID 0 318000M 38661/255/63 Functional 2 ASUS DVD-E818AT

Press <Ctrl-F> to enter FastBuild (tm) Utility..._

Figure 1.8

Figure 1.7 Main Menu

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The Windows Setup program starts.

Copy all files in "...\RAID\ATI\A55\Floppy\Win3264" to a floppy disk.

After you complete the RAID BIOS setup, boot from the Windows CD.

Installing the RAID Drivers

Your system may come with a Windows install CD that already includes AMD RAID drivers. If so, then this section is not relevant.

If that is not the case (or you are trying to install a new version of Windows), then you will need an AMD RAID driver F6 install floppy. Check to see if one came with your system. If not, you can create one by downloading the appropriate driver package and following the steps in this section.

Figure 1.10 Windows Setup—Specify Devices

Press F6 and wait a few moments for the Windows Setup screen to appear.

Figure 1.9

Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver...

Windows Setup

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S=Specify Additional Devices ENTER=Continue F3=Exit

Windows Setup

Setup could not determine the type of one or more mass storage devices. installed in your system, or you have chosen to manually specify an adapter. Currently, Setup will load support for the following mass storage device(s).

<none>

* To specify additional SCSI adapters, CD-ROM drivers, or special disk controllers for use with Windows, including those for which you have a device support disk from a mass storag device manufacturer, press S.

* If you do not have any device support disks from a mass storage device manufacturer, or do not want to specify additional mass storage devices for use with Windows, press ENTER.

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Specify the AMD drivers.

a Insert the floppy that has the RAID driver, press S, then press Enter.

b Select “ATI AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform” and press Enter for 32-bit OS or Select “ATI AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform” and press Enter for 64-bit OS.

The following Windows Setup screen appears listing both drivers:

Figure 1.12 Windows Setup—AMD drives listed

Figure 1.11 Windows Setup—Selected SCSI Adapter

The following Windows Setup screen appears:

ENTER=Select F3=Exit

Windows Setup

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You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with windows£¬ using a device support disk provided bu an adapter manufacturer.

Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC to return to the previous screen.

S=Specify Additional Devices ENTER=Continue F3=Exit

Windows Setup

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Setup will load support for the following mass storage device(s):

ATI AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform

* If you do not have any device support disks from a mass storage device manufacturer, or do not want to specify additional mass storage devices for use with Windows, press ENTER.

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Press Enter to continue with Windows XP Installation.

Be sure to leave the floppy disk inserted in the floppy drive until the blue screen portion of Windows XP installation is completed, then take out the floppy.

Follow the instructions on how to install Windows XP.

After Windows XP is completely installed, it is recommended that you install the ForceWare software in order to access the FastBuild RAID Management tool.

Note: Each time you add a new hard drive to a RAID array, the RAID driver will have to be installed under Windows once for that hard drive. After that, the driver will not have to be installed.

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After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips.

a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.

1.Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard, CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running.

2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as screwdrivers from the inside PC case. This is to prevent damage from short circuit.

3. Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard.

4. For Intel platforms check the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bent. A bent pin may cause failure to boot and sometimes permanent damage from short circuit.

5. Check the 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard.

6. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

b) Power is on, fans are running but there is no display

1. Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC.

2. Check the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly.

3. Listen for beep sounds. If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is connected. a. continuous 3 short beeps : memory not detected b. 1 long beep and 8 short beeps : VGA not detected

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Chapter 7: Trouble Shooting Tips

c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.

1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Ensure the CPU fan is working properly.

2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.

Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.

1. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.

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After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure.

1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper. Refer to CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual. When completed, follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup.

2. Check the CPU cooler fan for dust. Long term accumulation of dust will reduce its effectiveness to cool the processor. Clean the cooler or replace a new one if necessary.

3. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

4. Remove the hard drive, optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of these component may be at fault.

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Maintenance and care tips

2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and areas of high moisture content.

3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.

4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.

5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.

6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.

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