ECS A785GM-M7 User Manual
Preface
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any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
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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.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
AMD, Phenom, Athlon, Sempron and Duron are registered trademarks of AMD
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
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.
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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.
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.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
Chapter 5
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Hybrid Graphics
Support
Chapter 6
Setting Up eJIFFY
Chapter 7
Technology
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Setup Utility.
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Describes the motherboard software
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Describes the Hybrid Graphics
Technology
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Describes the eJIFFY setting up
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Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction............................................................................................1
Features...................................................................................................2
Specifications..........................................................................................4
Motherboard Components...................................................................5
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions.................................................................................7
Choosing a Computer Case..................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Case.................................................7
Checking Jumper Settings....................................................................8
Setting Jumpers...............................................................................8
Checking Jumper Settings...............................................................9
Jumper Settings...............................................................................9
Installing Hardware..........................................................................10
Installing the Processor.................................................................10
Installing Memory Modules..........................................................12
Expansion Slots.............................................................................14
Connecting Optional Devices........................................................16
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive..........18
Connecting I/O Devices......................................................................20
Connecting Case Components...........................................................21
Front Panel Header.......................................................................23
Chapter 3
Using BIOS 25
About the Setup Utility ....................................................................25
The Standard Configuration..........................................................25
Entering the Setup Utility...............................................................25
Resetting the Default CMOS Values.............................................26
Using BIOS..........................................................................................27
Standard CMOS Setup..................................................................28
Advanced Setup.............................................................................30
Advanced Chipset Setup................................................................32
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Integrated Peripherals.................................................................33
Power Management Setup.............................................................34
PCI/PnP Setup..............................................................................35
PC Health Status...........................................................................36
Frequency/Voltage Contr ol...........................................................40
Load Default Settings....................................................................41
Supervisor Password....................................................................41
User Password...............................................................................42
Save & Exit Setup .........................................................................42
Exit Without Saving........................................................................42
Updating the BIOS.........................................................................43
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software 45
About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM....................................45
Auto-installing under W indows XP/V ista/7..................................45
Running Setup...............................................................................46
Manual Installation.............................................................................48
Utility Software Reference................................................................48
Chapter 5
Hybrid Graphics® T echnology Support 53
Hybrid Graphics® T echnology........................................................53
Chapter 6
Setting Up eJIFFY 57
Introduction.........................................................................................57
Installation and BIOS Setup.............................................................58
Entering eJIFFY.........................................................................................61
Features Icons...........................................................................................62
Usage FAQ.................................................................................................63
Chapter 7
T r ouble Shooting 75
Start up problems during assembly.................................................75
Start up problems after prolong use...................................................76
Maintenance and care tips...............................................................76
Basic Troubleshooting flowchart......................................................77
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the A785GM-M7 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket for AMD
TM
Phenom
markets.
The motherboard incorporates the AMD 785G Northbridge (NB) and SB710
Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports the HyperTransport
terface. The memory controller supports DDR3 memory DIMM frequencies of
1333/1066. It supports two DDR3 slots with maximum memory size of 16 GB*. One
PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, are fully compliant to the PCI
Express Gen2 (version 2.0). In addition, one PCI Express x1 slot is supported.
The SB710 Southbridge supports two PCI slots which are PCI v2.3 compliant. It
integrates USB 2.0 interface, supporting up to ten functional ports (four USB ports
and three USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB ports). One onboard IDE
connector supports two IDE devices in Ultra
Southbridge integrates a Serial ATA host controller, supporting six 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, COM, one VGA port, one DVI port, four USB ports, one LAN
port and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out.
II processor (AM3 socket) for high-end business or personal desktop
TM
3.0 in-
A
TA 133/100/66/33 modes. The
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*Due to the DRAM maximum size (2 GB per dimm) at present, the memory
maximum size we have tested is 4 GB.
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Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses a socket AM3 that carries the following features:
• Accommodates AMD Phenom
• Supports HyperTransportTM (HT) 3.0 interface speeds
HyperTransportTM 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.
This board supports CPU up to 95W TDP only, you can refer to AMD
website to check your CPU.
TM
II (socket AM3) processor
Chipset
The AMD 785G Northbridge (NB) and SB710 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based
on an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.
AMD 785G
(NB)
SB710
(SB)
• One x4 A-Link Express II interface for connection to an
AMD Southbridge
• Supports PCIe Gen 2 (version 2.0)
• Proven Radeon
• Enhanced Digital Display integration
• Fully ACPI 2.0 and IAPC (Instantly Available PC) power
management
• Single chip solution in 55nm, 1.1 V CMOS technology
• Integrated A TI Hybrid CrossFire™, A TI AvivoTM HD1, AMD
Cool'n'QuietTM, ATI SurroundViewTM, AMD OverDrive
and AMD PowerNow!
• Compliant with PCI 2.3 specification at 33 MHz
• Supports six Serial ATA devices which speeds up to
3.0 Gb/s
• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to ten
USB 2.0 ports
• Integrated IDE controller supports Ultra ATA 133/100/
66/33 modes
• Supports integrated RAID0, RAID1, and RAID 10 (requires use of 4 or more SATA ports) functionalities
across all 6 ports
TM
graphics powering DirectX® 10.1
Memory
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM with dual-channel architecture
• Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 8 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB
Audio
The onboard Audio provides either of the following features:
• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• Exceeds Microsoft Windows Logo Program (WLP) Requirements
• ADCs support 44.1K/48K/88.2K/96K/192KHz sample rate
• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V
Introducing the Motherboard
Onboard LAN
The onboard LAN controller provides either of the following features:
• PCI Express base 1.1 compliant
• Compliant with IEEE 802.3u specification for 1000 Mbps Ethernet
(optional 10/100 Ethernet only available)
• IEEE 802.3x compliant flow control support
• IEEE 802.3ab Auto-Negotiation support
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 for Graphics Interface
• One PCI Express x1 slot
• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• One IDE connector supporting up to two IDE devices
• Six 7-pin SATA connectors
This motherboard supports Ultra DMA bus mastering with transfer rates of 133/
100/66/33 MB/s.
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
• One serial port
• One VGA port
• One DVI port
• Four USB ports
• One LAN port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out
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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.
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 50 °C.
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Specifications
CPU
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
Storage
Audio
LAN
Rear Panel I/O
• Socket for Phenom
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
• AMD 785G & AMD SB710
• Dual-channel DDR3 1333 memory architecture
• 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM
• 1 x PCI Express x16 slot
• 1 x PCI Express x1 slot
• 2 x PCI slots
• Supported by AMD SB710 Express Chipset
• 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
• Supports RAID 0, 1, and 10
• 2 x Ultra DMA133/100/66 devices
• VIA VT1705 6-ch High Definition audio CODEC
• Atheros AR8131M Giga LAN Fast Ethernet Controller &
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connector
• 6 x USB ports
• 1 x DVI port
• 1 x VGA port
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (Line in, microphone in and line out)
TM
II (socket AM3) processor
AR8132M 10/100 LAN Fast Ethernet Controller (optional)
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
System BIOS
Form Factor • Micro A TX Size, 244mm x 210mm
• 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector, 4-pin 12V connector
• 1 x CPU_FAN
• 1 x SYS_FAN
• 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
• 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports
• 1 x Front panel header
• 1 x Chassis Intrusion Detect header
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• 1 x Speaker header
• 1 x CD in header
• AMI BIOS with 8Mb SPI ROM
• Supports Plug and Play 1.0A, APM 1.2, Multi Boot, DMI
• Supports ACPI revision 3.0 specification
Introducing the Motherboard
Motherboard Components
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL CO MPO NENTS
1. CPU Socket Socket for AMD Pheno m
2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
3. DDR3_1~2 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
5. IDE Primary IDE connector
6. SATA1~6 Serial ATA connectors
7. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
8. SPK Speaker header
9. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
10. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
11. F_USB1~3 Front panel USB headers
12. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
13. CD_IN Analog audio input connector
14. F_AUDIO Front P anel Audio header
15. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots
16. CASEOPEN Chassis detect header
17. PCIE1 PCI Express x1 slot
18. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
19. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector
TM
II (socket AM3) processor
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the Micro ATX system case. Firstly, some features on the
motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the
features required. Secondly, this motherboard supports two enhanced IDE drives.
Make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that you intend
to install.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries a Micro ATX form factor of 244 X 210 mm. Choose a case
that accommodates this form factor.
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Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT.
SHORT OPEN
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Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
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Jumper Settings
Jumper Type Description Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
CLR_CMOS
To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to
enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then
“Save & Exit Setup”.
3-pin
CLEAR CMOS
2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn the system off.
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CLR_CMOS
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Installing Hardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure
that you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surfacemount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the
cooling fan scrapes across the motherboard, you may cause serious
damage to the motherboard or its components.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near
the processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is
carelessly installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the
clips. Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you
can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system
bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change these settings by making
changes to jumpers on the motherboard, or changing the settings in the system Setup
Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or other
components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from
the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or
other hardware components.
This motherboard has a socket AM3 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.
Installing the Motherboard
CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
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 under 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.
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.
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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin
DDR3 1333/1066. The total memory capacity is 16 GB.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 1066 533 MHz
DDR3 1333 667 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. Total memory capacity
is 16 GB.
Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until
you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only
by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always
wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SDRAM only.
2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be
installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to
the edges of the DIMM.
6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.
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Table: DDR3 (memory module) QVL (Qualified V endor List)
The following DDR3 1333/1066 memory modules have been tested and qualified for
use with this motherboard.
Type Size Vendor Module Name
512 MB ELPIDA PC3-8500U-7-00-AP
HYMT112U64ZNF 8-G 8 AA
HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 A A
M T8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
M T8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1
M T8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 A A
HYMT125U64ZNF 8-G 8 AA
M T16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1
M T8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1
M T8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
M 378 B2873DZ1-CH9
M 378 B2873E H1-CH9
DDR3 1066
DDR3 1333
Hynix
Kingston KVR1066D3N7/1G
1GB
Micron
Samsung Golden Bar M378 B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
Hynix
2GB
1 GB
2 GB
Micron
Samsung M 37 8B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
A-D ATA AD3U1333B1 G9-B
Hynix HMT112U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/1G
Micron
P S C AL7F8G73D-DG 1
Samsung
Silicon Power SP001GBLTU133S01
A-D ATA AD3U1333B2 G9-B
Apacer 78.A1GC 6 .9L1
elixir M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG 0903.TW
Hynix HMT125U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/2G
Micron M T16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
P S C AL8F8G73D-DG 1
Samsung M 378 B5673E H1-CH9
Silicon Power SP002GBLTU133S01
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Due to the Phenom CPU and memory module limitation, the DRAM may
need to adjust the voltage for supporting DDR3 1066. The memory
modules which can be used stably are listed in the above QVL table for
reference.
Expansion Slots
Installing Add-on Cards
The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect
them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the
motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are
not part of the basic system.
PCIEX16 Slot
PCIE1 Slot
PCI1~2 Slots
The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI
Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express
Generation 2.0.
The PCI Express x1 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express
Generation 2.0.
This motherboard is equipped with two standard PCI slots. PCI
stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slots on this board
are PCI v2.3 compliant.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for
the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have
to manually configure the card before installation.
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®
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the
slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
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For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network
adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can
begin using the add-on card.
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Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional
devices:
F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio header
This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and lineout ports for easier access.
Pin Signal Name
Pin Signal Name Function
1 PORT 1L 2 AUD_GND
3 PORT 1R 4 PRESENCE#
5 PORT 2R 6 SENSE1_RETURN
7 SENSE_SEND 8 KEY
9 PORT 2L 10 SENSE2_RETURN
Pin Signal Name
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 Name Function
1 SPDIF SPDIF digital output
2 +5VA 5V analog Power
3 Key No pin
4 GND Ground
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SAT A1~6: Serial A T A connectors
These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest data
transfer rates (3.0 Gb/s), 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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Pin Signal Name
Ground 2 TX+
1
3 TX- 4 Ground
5 RX- 6 RX+
7 Ground - -
Pin Signal Name
F_USB1~3: Front Panel USB headers
The motherboard has four USB ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array.
Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you
have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted
ports to the motherboard.
FunctionPin Signal Name
1 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power
2 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power
3 USB_FP_P0- USB Port 0 Negative Signal
4 USB_FP_P1- USB Port 1 Negative Signal
5 USB_FP_P0+ USB Port 0 Positive Signal
6 USB_FP_P1+ USB Port 1 Positive Signal
7 GND Ground
8 GND Ground
9 Key No pin
10 USB_FP_OC0 Overcurrent signal
Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as
indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or
system hang-up.
CD_IN: Analog audio input connector
Pin Signal Name Function
1 CD_L Left CD-in signal
2 GND Ground
3 GND Ground
4 CD_R Right CD-in signal
CASEOPEN: 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 1-2 Function
Short Chassis cover is removed
Open Chassis cover is closed
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Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SAT A Hard Drive
This section describes how to install IDE devices such as a hard disk drive and a CDROM drive.
About IDE Devices
Your motherboard has one IDE interface.
IDE: IDE Connector
This motherboard supports six high data transfer SATA ports with each runs up to 3.0
Gb/s. To get better system performance, we recommend users connect the CD-ROM
to the IDE channel, and set up the hard dives on the SATA ports.
IDE devices enclose jumpers or switches used to set the IDE device as MASTER or
SLAVE. Refer to the IDE device user’s manual. Installing two IDE devices on one
cable, ensure that one device is set to MASTER and the other device is set to SLAVE.
The documentation of your IDE device explains how to do this.
About SAT A Connectors
Your motherboard features six SATA connectors supporting a total of six drives.
SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors
are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on
the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.
Installing Serial A T A Hard Drives
To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the
Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can
connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the
motherboard.
SATA cable (optional)
SATA power cable (optional)
Installing the Motherboard
Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:
1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard.
2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive.
3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the
other end to the power supply.
This motherboard supports the “Hot-Plug” function.
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Connecting I/O Devices
The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports:
PS2 Mouse Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 pointing device.
PS2 Keyboard Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
Serial Port
(COM)
VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port.
DVI Port
USB Ports Use the USB ports to connect USB devices.
LAN Port Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your
computer to the network.
Audio Ports
Use the COM port to connect serial devices such as mouse
or fax/modems.
Connect the DVI port to connect the monitor.
Use the three audio ports to connect audio devices. The first
jack is for stereo line-in signal. The second jack is for stereo
line-out signal. The third jack is for microphone.
Installing the Motherboard
Connecting Case Components
After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the
motherboard components. Refer to the following:
1 Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN.
2 Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER.
3 Connect the case speaker cable to SPK.
4 Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL.
5 Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
6 Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V.
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1. Connecting 24-pin power cable
The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.
With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note
that when installing 24-pin power cable, the
latches of power cable and the ATX_POWER
match perfectly.
24-pin power cable
2. Connecting 4-pin power cable
The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches
of power cable and the ATX12V match perfectly.
4-pin power cable
Installing the Motherboard
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