A78F2-TI USER MANUAL
Preface
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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.
• 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.
The manual consists of the following:
Describes features of the
motherboard.
page 1
Describes installation of
motherboard components.
page 7
page 29
Installing the Motherboard
Introducing the Motherboard
Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.
Chapter 4
page 47
Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment
EN 55022
EN 61000-3-2
Disturbances in supply systems caused
EN 61000-3-3
Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appliances and similar electrical equipment “ Voltage fluctuations”
EN 55024
Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristicsLimits and methods of measurement
EN 60950
Safety for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment
CE marking
About the Manual
This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Chapter 5
Using the Motherboard
Software
Describes the motherboard
software.
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Trouble Shooting
Provides basic trouble
shooting tips.
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Chapter 2 7
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions..............................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis.......................................7
Checking Jumper Settings..................................................................8
Installing Hardware..........................................................................10
Installing the Processor............................................................10
Installing the CPU Cooler........................................................11
Installing Memory Modules...................................................12
Installing Add-on Cards..........................................................13
Connecting Optional Devices.................................................15
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disk Drive.......................23
Connecting Case Components...................................................25
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface i
Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction...........................................................................................1
Package Contents..................................................................................1
Specifications......................................................................................2
Motherboard Components................................................................4
I/O Ports...............................................................................................6
Chapter 3 29
Using BIOS 29
About the Setup Utility......................................................................29
The Standard Configuration...................................................29
Entering the Setup Utility.......................................................29
Resetting the Default CMOS Values.....................................30
Using BIOS.........................................................................................30
BIOS Navigation Keys..............................................................31
Main Menu.............................................................................32
Advanced Menu..........................................................................33
Chipset Menu..........................................................................41
Boot Menu...............................................................................43
Security Menu..........................................................................44
Exit Menu................................................................................45
Updating BIOS........................................................................................46
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Chapter 5 51
Trouble Shooting 51
Start up problems during assembly..............................................51
Start up problems after prolong use............................................52
Maintenance and care tips..............................................................52
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart.....................................................53
Chapter 4 47
Using the Motherboard Software 47
Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8.........................................47
Running Setup.........................................................................47
Manual Installation..........................................................................49
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the A78F2-TI motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support socket FM2+/
FM2 for AMD Trinity/Richland/Kaveri processors for high-end business or personal
desktop markets.
This motherboard is based on AMD A78 Express Chipset for best desktop platform
solution. It supports up to 16 GB
of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1866/
1600/1333 SO-DIMM. Two mini PCI Express x1 slots are for extending usage (the PCIE2
supports half-card, the PCIE1 supports full-card and you can install a Mini (mSATA)
card into it).
It integrates USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interface, supporting up to four USB 3.0 ports (one
USB 3.0 header supports two USB 3.0 ports and two USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel)
and seven USB 2.0 ports (Two 10-pin USB 2.0 header support four USB 2.0 ports, one
5-pin USB 2.0 header supports additional one USB 2.0 port, and two USB 2.0 ports at
rear panel).
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including one RJ45 LAN connector, two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, two HDMI
ports, one display port, one DC_IN port and audio jacks for line-out and microphone.
In addition, this motherboard supports two SATA 6Gb/s connectors and one mSATA
6Gb/s connector for storage expansion.
Your motherboard package ships with the following items:
Package Contents
A78F2-TI Motherboard
User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
1 SATA Cable and 1 SATA/Power Cable
Accessories may vary, please refer to actual goods you purchase.
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CPU
Specifications
• AMD A78 Express ChipsetChipset
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 2 x 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR3 1866/1600/1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
Memory
• 2 x mini PCI Express x1 slots
(The PCIE2 supports half-card with PCIe and USB signal, and the
PCIE1 supports full-card with PCIe, USB and SATA signal, which
means you can install a Mini (mSATA) card into it.)
• Supported by AMD A78 Express Chipset
- 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s devices
- 1 x mSATA 6Gb/s device(PCIE1 slot)
Expansion
Slots
Storage
• 1 x HDMI in port
• 1 x HDMI out port
• 1 x Display port
• 1 x 19V DC_IN port
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 2 x USB 3.0 ports
• 2 x USB 2.0 ports
• 1 x Audio port (1 x line-out, 1 x Microphone)
Rear Panel I/O
LAN • Realtek 8111G Gigabit LAN
- 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet Controller
- Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
• Realtek ALC662
- 2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
- Compliant with HD audio specification
Audio
• FM2+/FM2 socket for
AMD Trinity/Richland/Kaveri processors
• TDP 65W
• 1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector
• 1 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connector
• 1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports
• 1 x 10-pin USB 2.0 header supports additional two USB 2.0 ports
• 1 x Camera & Card reader header (or can be functioned as
two USB2.0 ports)
• 1 x Touch panel header (or can be functioned as one USB2.0
port)
• 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
• 1 x Front Panel switch/LED header
• 1 x Front Panel audio header
• 1 x Debug card header
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
• 2 x SATA power connectors
• 1 x CIR header
• 1 x Buzzer header
• 1 x Digital Microphone header
• 1 x 2 channel audio speaker header
• 1 x LCD select jumper
• 1 x LVDS connector
• 1 x LVDS brightness ON/OFF switch header
Internal I/O
Connectors &
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• AMI BIOS with 32Mb SPI Flash ROM
- Supports Plug and Play
- Supports ACPI & DMI
- Supports STR (S3)/STD (S4)
- Supports Hardware monitor
- Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
- F7 hot key for boot up devices option
- Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)
- Supports Dual/Triple Display(depends on display output)
- Supports EZ BIOS(1024x768 resolution, GUI UEFI)
- Supports Multi-Language
System BIOS
Form Factor • Thin Mini ITX Size, 170mm x 170mm
AP Support • Supports Norton/Cyberlink/MUZEE
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Motherboard Components
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Chapter 1
Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket FM2+/FM2 socket for AMD Trinity/Richland/Kaveri processors
2. DMIC Digital microphone header
3. SPKR 2 Channel audio speaker header
4. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
5. PCIE2 Mini PCI Express x 1 slot (supports half-card)
Mini PCI Express x 1 slot (supports full-card and you can install a
Mini (mSATA) card into it)
7. LDC Debug card header
8. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
9. SATA_PWR SATA power connector
10. USB3F1 Front panel USB 3.0 header
11. USB_TP 5-pin USB 2.0 header supports touch panel or one USB 2.0 device
12. SATA1~2 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
13. SO_DIMM1~2 204-pin DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMMs
14. USB_CR_CAM USB 2.0 header supports card reader & camera or two USB 2.0 devices
15. F_USB Front panel USB 2.0 header
16. MON_SW LVDS brightness ON/OFF switch header
17. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
18. LVDS LVDS connector
19. DISP_BRT LVDS brightness control header
20. LCD_SEL LCD panel select header
21. BZ Buzzer header
22. CIR Consumer infrared header
23. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector
24. SYS_FAN 4-pin system cooling fan connector
6. PCIE1
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I/O Ports
1. 19V DC_IN Port
Connect the DC_IN port to the power adapter.
2.
HDMI_IN Port (For All-In-One Specification)
You can connect the HDMI output of other computer or other HDMI source to the
HDMI_IN port.
3. USB 3.0 Ports
Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.
4. USB 2.0 Ports
Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.
5. Display Port (DP)
You can connect the display device to the display port.
6. HDMI_OUT Port
You can connect the display device to the HDMI_OUT port.
7. LAN Port
Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
8. Line-out (lime)
It is used to connect to speakers or headphones.
9. Microphone (pink)
It is used to connect to a microphone.
LAN LED Status Description
OFF No da ta
Orange blinking Active
OFF No link
Green Link
Activity LED
Link LED
Link LED
LAN Port
PC HDMI_IN port LCD_MODE button pulse
Power ON Un-plugged
PC
LCD off
Power OFF Plugged
HDMI
LCD off
Power ON Plugged
PC
HDMI
LCD off
Power OFF Un-plugged LCD off
1. Please press button to switch the mode manually, it will not be
automatically switched when inserting the HDMI cable.
2. When HDMI_IN is in use, front panel audio header will be invalid.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
2-1. Safety Precautions
2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis
This motherboard carries a Thin Mini ITX form factor of 170 x 170 mm. Choose a
chassis that accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the
chassis matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most
system chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds
to the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
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.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power
outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware
components.
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
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No. Components
1LCD_SEL
2CLR_CMOS
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the
motherboard.
2-3. Checking Jumper Settings
1. LCD_SEL: LCD panel select header
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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
and Exit Setup”.
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
2. CLR_CMOS: Clear CMOS jumper
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2-4. Installing Hardware
2-4-1. Installing the Processor
• This motherboard has an FM2+ 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.
• You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We
strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.
• The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Pull up the lever away from the socket and lift up to 90-degree angle.
B. Locate the CPU cut edge (the corner with the pin hold noticeably
missing). Align and insert the CPU correctly.
C. Press the metal lever back into its original position.
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A. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the
heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.
B. Put the CPU Fan down on the retention module and fix it in place.
C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.
2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler
• Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the
motherboard and processor socket.
• Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the
clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
• To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you
use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied.
The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
• The following instruction shows how to install CPU fan.
When installing a Cooler, make sure that the cooler supports the socket
and fits on your case. (A customized CPU cooler is needed.)
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2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules
• This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support
two 204-pin DDR3 1866/1600/1333.
• 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.
• You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. Total memory
capacity is 16 GB.
• Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it fits
in place. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector
match the notches in the DIMM slot.
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2-4-4. 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.
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.
PCIE1~2 Slots The mini PCI Express x1 slots are for extending usage, one
supports half-card, and the other supports full-card. The PCIE2
supports half-card, the PCIE1 supports full-card and you can
install a Mini (mSATA) card into it.
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Follow these instructions to install a wireless card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case, and insert the wireless
card into the MINIPCIE slot rightwards, then tighten the screw (Please
refer to Picture 1).
2 Press the metal connector of the cable into the connector on the wireless
card. Ensure that the metal connector is correctly seated (Please refer to
Picture 2).
3 Make the other end of the cable (with a gold screw) through the upper hole
of the bracket, and tighten the antenna on to the gold screw after installing a metal gasket on the screw (Please refer to Picture 3).
Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3
* For reference only
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2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional
devices:
No. Components No. Components
1 USB3 F1 8 DISP_BRT
2USB_TP9 CIR
3 SATA1~2 1 0 DMI C
4 USB _CR_CAM 11 F_AUDIO
5F_USB12LDC
6 MON_SW 13 SATA_PWR
7LVDS————
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Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup.
This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0
ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate.
1. USB3F1: Front Panel USB 3.0 header
2 & 4. USB_TP & USB_CR_CAM: 5-pin USB 2.0 header supports touch panel or
other USB 2.0 device & USB 2.0 header supports camera and card reader or two
USB 2.0 devices
Users please note to install the card to the correct header.
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The motherboard has one USB 2.0 header supporting two USB 2.0 ports. 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 connector to connect the front-mounted ports to
the motherboard.
5. F_USB: Front Panel USB 2.0 header
Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup.
SATA1~2 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6Gb/s 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.
3. SATA1~2: Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors
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7. LVDS: LVDS connector
1. You can connect the large end of the cable to the LED Panel, and connect
the other small end to the slot on the motherboard.
2.Due to the chipset limitation, using dual displays LVDS(AIO) + VGA or
LVDS(AIO) + HDMI will cause the problem that you may not enter BIOS setup
or have the display problem.
6. MON_SW: LVDS brightness ON/OFF switch header
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8. DISP_BRT: LVDS brightness control header
9. CIR: Consumer infrared header
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The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by
default. If you want connect an AC’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers,
please set as below picture.
11. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header
10. DMIC: Digital microphone header
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12. LDC: Debug card header
If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Disabled Front Panel
Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Disabled Front Panel
Detect
” .
* For reference only
AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to
support AC97 Audio mode.
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13. SATA_PWR: SATA power connector
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* For reference only
2-4-6. Installing a Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disk Drive
This section describes how to install a Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disk Drive.
About SATA Connectors
Your motherboard features two SATA connectors supporting a total of two 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 Hard Disk Drive/
Optical Disk Drive.
Installing Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disk Drive
To install the Hard Disk Drive (HDD)/Optical Disk Drive (ODD), use the HDD/ODD/SATA
cables that support the Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disk Drive/Serial ATA protocol.
Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:
1 Attach either end of the single SATA cable to the SATA port on the
motherboard.
2 Attach the other end of the single SATA cable to the hard disk drive.
3 Attach the linked end of the combo HDD/ODD cable to the Hard Disk Drive/
Optical Disk Drive. Please note that, connect the black cable to the hard
disk Drive, then connect the orange cable to the optical disk drive.
4 Attach the other end of the combo HDD/ODD cable to the SATA port and
SATA_PWR connector on the motherboard. Please note that, connect the
black cable to the SATA_PWR connector, and connect the orange cable to
the SATA port.
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About mSATA Connectors
Your motherboard features two Mini PCI Express x1 slots, the PCIE1 supports fullcard, you can install a Mini SATA (mSATA) card into it.
Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:
1 Insert a Mini SATA (mSATA) card into the PCIE1 Slot.
2 Lower the handle and tighten the screws.
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After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the
motherboard components. Refer to the following:
2-4-7. Connecting Case Components
No. Components
1F_PANEL
2BZ
3CPU_FAN
4SYS_FAN
5SPKR
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1. F_PANEL: Front Panel Header
The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers
commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases.
Hard Drive Activity LED
Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that
data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly,
an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also
show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.
Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED
Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides
power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.
Reset Switch
Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and
runs POST.
Power Switch
Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at
least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is
due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least
two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.
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3 & 4. CPU_FAN(CPU cooling FAN Power Connector) & SYS_FAN(System Cooling
FAN Power Connector)
Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A
~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.
Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN.
Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
2. BZ: Buzzer header
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Connect the case speaker cable to SPKR.
5. SPKR: 2 Channel audio speaker header
This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.
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About the Setup Utility
The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for
Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup
instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS.
The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information
when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is
configured with the values you stored in CMOS.
The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:
The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before
using the Setup Utility, ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options.
This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.
The Standard Configuration
A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the
future.
This Setup Utility should be used:
• when changing the system configuration
• when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make
changes to the Setup Utility
• when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts
• when making changes to the Power Management configuration
• when changing the password or making other changes to the Security
Setup
Entering the Setup Utility
When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines.
POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines
are completed, the following message appears:
Press DEL to enter SETUP
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Using BIOS
• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals
• Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
• Power Management features
Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.
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Using BIOS
When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the
Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates
which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight
to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing
<Enter>.
Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to
execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.
Some options (marked with an icon ) lead to submenus that enable you to change
the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the
submenu.
The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions
with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default
values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused
by changing the BIOS settings.
Resetting the Default CMOS Values
When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings
Wrong” message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data
at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings to reset
the default CMOS values.
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are
denoted by an icon .
Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may
also trigger this message.
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BIOS Navigation Keys
The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:
KEY FUNCTION
Scrolls through the items on a menu
+/-
Change Opt.
F2 Previous Value
F3 Optimized Defaults
F1 General Help
ESC Exits the current menu
Enter Select
F4 Save & Exit
1. For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture
reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The
BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may
differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture’s website for
updated manual.
2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click: select
item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit.
Select the language icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse
to display the screen. Then you can choose the language: English, Traditional
Chinese, Simple Chinese, Russian, Korean, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese,
and Japanese.
Language
Select the default icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse
to display the screen. Then you can load optimized defaults or not.
Default
Select the advanced icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse
to display the screen.
Advanced
Select the boot icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse to
display the screen. Then you can choose the boot device.
Boot
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Main Menu
System 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.
This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system
language, date and time.
Choose the system default
language
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
BIOS Information
System Language English
System Date Tue 09/24/2013
System Time 18:06:38
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The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other
system.
Advanced Menu
LAN Configuration
Parameters
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
LAN Configuration
PC Health Status
Power Management Setup
ACPI Settings
CPU Configuration
SATA Configuration
USB Configuration
Super IO Configuration
Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Onboard LAN.
LAN Configuration
The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Enabled or Disabled
Onboard LAN
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
LAN Configuration
Onboard LAN Controller Enabled
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PC Health Status
On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the
parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.
CPU Tctl : +58
System Temperature : 51oC
CpuFan Speed : 1642 RPM
SysFan Speed : 1270 RPM
Vcpuvtt : +1.056V
Vdimm : +1.520V
Vcore : +1.400V
PC Health Status
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
• CPU Tctl
• System Temperature
• CPU Fan Speed
• System Fan Speed
• Vcpuvtt
• Vdimm
• Vcore
System Component Characteristics
These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events,
such as System temperature, CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & System fan speed... etc.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
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Power Management Setup
This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
About Resume by PCI/
PCI-E/LAN/Ext.USB3.0
PME
Power Management Setup
Resume By PME Disabled
Resume By USB Disabled
Resume By RTC Alarm Disabled
EUP Function Enabled
Power LED Type Single Color LED
Resume By PME (Disabled)
This item specify whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes
when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or components
is detected.
Resume By USB (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the USB device wakeup function from S3
mode.
Resume By RTC Alarm (Disabled)
The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the
system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system’s RTC
(realtimeclock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the
wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.
EUP Function (Enabled)
This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support.
Power LED Type (Single Color LED)
This item shows the type of the Power LED.
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ACPI Settings
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 to RAM) Sleep State (default).
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Select ACPI sleep state the
system will enter when the
SUSPEND button is pressed.
ACPI Settings
ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM)
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Enabled/disabled C6
Max/Intended Speed (3400 MHZ)
These items show the maximum/intended speed of the CPU.
Microcode Patch Level (6003103)
This item shows the Microcode revision.
L1 Instruction Cache (48KB/~way)
This item shows CPU L1 Instruction Cache.
L1 Data Cache (16KB/4-way)
This item shows CPU L1 Data Cache.
L2 Cache (512 KB/16-way)
This item shows CPU L2 Cache.
No L3 Cache Present
This item shows CPU L3 Cache.
CPU C6 Report (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C6(ACPI C3) report to OS.
CPU Configuration
The item in the menu shows the CPU configuration.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
+/- : Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
ESC/Right Click: Exit
F4: Save & Exit
/Click: Select Item
: Select Screen
AMD Turbo Core (Auto)
When set this item to Auto, it will auto enable the AMD Turbo core function if the
CPU supports this function. But if the CPU doesn’t support this function, it cannot
be enabled.
AMD C&Q (Enabled)
This item enables or disables the CPU C&Q Function.
CPU Configuration
Socket0: AMD Eng Sample: ZD347195I2368_38/34/16/05_1316
Max Speed: 3400 MHZ Intended Speed: 3400MHZ
Microcode Patch Level: 6003103
--------- Cache per Core --------L1 Instruction Cache: 48KB/~way
L1 Data Cache: 16 KB/4-way
L2 Cache: 2048 KB/16-way
No L3 Cache Present
CPU C6 Report Enabled
AMD Turbo Core Auto
AMD C&Q Enabled
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
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SATA Configuration
Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
SATA Mode (IDE Mode)
Use this item to select SATA mode.
SATA Port 1~2/mSATA
This motherboard supports two SATA channels and one mSATA channel, each
channel allows one SATA/mSATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure
each device on the SATA/mSATA channel.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
SATA Configuration
Onchip SATA Channel E=Enabled
SATA Mode IDE Mode
SATA Port1
Not Present
SATA Port2 Hitachi HDS721(164.6GB)
mSATA Not Present
Onchip SATA Channel (Enabled)
Use this item to turn on/off SATA Controller.
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All USB Devices (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.
USB Configuration
Use this item to show the information of USB configuration.
Legacy USB Support (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
USB Configuration
All USB Devices Enabled
Legacy USB Support Enabled
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
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Super IO Configuration
Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration.
Super IO Configuration
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
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The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge
chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.
Chipset Menu
North Bridge Parameters
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
/Click: Select Item
IGD Memory (Auto)
This item shows the information of the IGD (Internal Graphics Device) memory.
IGD Share Memory Size
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
/Click: Select Item
North Bridge
IGD Memory Auto
North Bridge
South Bridge
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:
North Bridge
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
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Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)
This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating
status.
Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)
This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.
Azalia internal HDMI codec (Enabled)
This item enables or disables Azalia Internal HDMI codec.
IR Config (Enabled)
This item enables or disables CIR config.
South Bridge
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Specify what state to go when
power is re-applied after
a power failure (G3 state).
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
South Bridge
Restore AC Power Loss Power Off
Audio Configuration
Azalia HD Audio Enabled
Azalia internal HDMI codec Enabled
IR Config Enabled
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This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state and the boot priorities.
Boot Menu
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enables or disables boot
with intialization of a
minimal set of devices
required to launch active
boot option. Has no effect
for BBS boot options.
Operation System Select (Windows 7 or other OS)
This item is used to select the operation system.
Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)
The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM.
Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.
Fast Boot (Disabled)
This item enables or disables boot with initialization of a minimal set of device
required to launch active boot option. Has no effect for BBS boot options.
Bootup NumLock State (On)
This item enables you to select NumLock state.
Boot mode select (LEGACY)
Use this item to select boot mode.
Boot Option #1 /2 /3 /4 /5 /6 /7
Use these items to set the system boot order.
Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities /USB Key Drive BBS Priorities
These items enable you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system.
Press <Enter> to see the submenu.
Operation System Select Windows 7 or other OS
Launch PXE OpROM Disabled
Launch Storage OpROM Enabled
Fast Boot Disabled
Boot Configuration
Bootup NumLock State On
Boot mode select LEGACY
Set Boot Priority
Boot Option #1 Hard Disk: Hitachi H...
Boot Option #2 CD/DVD
Boot Option #3 USB/Floppy
Boot Option #4 USB CD/DVD
Boot Option #5 USB Hard Disk
Boot Option #6 USB Flash: USB
Boot Option #7 Network
Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities
USB Key Drive BBS Priorities
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This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password.
Security Menu
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
Set Administrator Password
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Administrator Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows administrator password installed or not.
User Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows user password installed or not.
Administrator Password Status Not Install
User Password Status Not Install
Administrator Password
Platform Mode Setup
Secure Boot Disabled
Secure Boot Disabled
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
Platform Mode (Setup)
This item allows you to set the platform mode.
Secure Boot (Disabled)
This item allows you to set up the administrator password.
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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 to all the setup options.
Back to EZ Mode
This item enables you to back to EZ mode.
Discard Changes and Exit
This item enables you to exit system setup without saving any changes.
Discard Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset system setup without saving any changes.
This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the
changes.
Exit Menu
Go back to EZ Mode
Back to EZ Mode
Save Changes and Reset
Discard Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Reset
Save Options
Save Changes
Discard Changes
Restore Defaults
Save as User Defaults
Restore User Defaults
Boot Override
SATA SM: Hitachi HDS721616PLA
USB
Boot Override
Use this item to select the boot device.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Save Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset system setup after saving the changes.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Exit
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Updating the BIOS
You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the
manufacturer’s Website. 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 Ad-
vanced 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 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.
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Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software.
The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP/7/8.
When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will
automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it:
Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit.
Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8
Displays the path for all
software and drivers
available on the disk.
Open Windows Explorer
and show the contents
of the support disk.
Click “Exit” button to
close the Auto-Setup
window.
Browse CD:
Click the “Setup”
button to select and
run the software
installation program.
Click the “ Utilities”
button to select and
install the Intelligent
Utility.
Information:
Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the
motherboard:
The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be
different according to the motherboard you are installing.
1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:
Running Setup
The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.
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2. Click Next. The following screen appears:
3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.
4. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:
Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the
onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.
Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart, you
must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver.
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If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install
drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look
for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path
to begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that
automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have
the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.
Manual Installation
If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program, browse to the operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file (README.TXT or README.DOC)
for information on installing the driver or software for your operating system.
Windows 7/8 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after
the system restart. You must select “Yes” to install the next driver. Continue
this process to complete the drivers installation.
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Chapter 5
Trouble Shooting
Start up problems during assembly
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. Make sure the power cord is
plugged into the wall socket & the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned
“on” as well. 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. Check the 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard.
5. 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
c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.
1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Apply
the thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink & ensure the CPU fan is well-connected
with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system
is running.
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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.
2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and
Start up problems after prolong use
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 Optimized 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 components may be at fault.
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.
Maintenance and care tips
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.
5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal
component.
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