ECS A990FXM-A, A990FXM-A DELUXE User Manual

Preface

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Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Trademark Recognition

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.

Preface

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.

About the Manual

The manual consists of the following:

Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard

Describes features of the motherboard. Go to

page 1

Describes installation of motherboard components.

Go to

page 9

Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.

Go to

page 27

Describes the motherboard software Go to

page 49

Provides information about SATA RAID Setup

Go to

page 53

Chapter 5 Setting Up AMD SB950 RAID

Configuration

page 65

Chapter 7 T rouble Shooting

Provides basic troubleshooting tips Go to

Chapter 6

A TI CrossFireX

Technology

Support

Describes the ATI CrossfireTM Technology

Go to

page 61

Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard

Chapter 3 Using BIOS

Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software

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Preface i

Chapter 1 1

Introducing the Motherboard 1

Introduction............................................................................................1

Feature.....................................................................................................2

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

Chapter 2

Installing the Motherboard 9

Safety Precautions...............................................................................9

Choosing a Computer Case..................................................................9

Installing the Motherboard in a Case.................................................9

Checking Jumper Settings..................................................................10

Setting Jumpers.............................................................................10

Checking Jumper Settings................................................................1 1

Installing Hardware.........................................................................12

Installing the Processor....................................................................12

Installing Memory Modules...........................................................13

Expansion Slots.............................................................................15

Connecting Optional Devices........................................................17

Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive..........20

Connecting I/O Devices......................................................................22

Connecting Case Components...........................................................23

Front Panel Header.......................................................................26

Chapter 3

27 27

Using BIOS 27

About the Setup Utility .................................................................... 27

The Standard Configuration..........................................................27

Entering the Setup Utilities...........................................................27

Resetting the Default CMOS Values............................................28

Using BIOS........................................................................................29

BIOS Navigation Key....................................................................29

Main Menu...................................................................................30

Advanced Menu............................................................................31

Chipset Menu................................................................................39

M.I.B.X(MB Intelligent Bios X) Menu...........................................40

Boot Menu....................................................................................44

Security Menu...............................................................................45

Chapter 4

49 49

Using the Motherboard Software 49

About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM.......................................49

Auto-installing under W indows XP/V ista/7.....................................49

Running Setup...............................................................................50

Manual Installation..........................................................................52

Utility Software Reference...............................................................52

Chapter 5

53 53

Setting Up AMD SB950 RAID Configuration 53

Setting Up a Bootable RAID Array....................................................53

Chapter 6

61 61

A TI CrossFir eTM T echnology Support 61

Requirements....................................................................................61

Installing CrossFireTM graphics cards............................................61

The CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box....................................63

To Enable CrossFireTM.................................................................63

Chapter 7

65 65

Trouble Shooting 65

Start up problems during assembly .................................................65

Start up problems after prolong use..................................................66

Maintenance and care tips.................................................................66

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart.....................................................67

Save & Exit Menu.........................................................................46

Updating the BIOS.......................................................................47

POST Code Checkpoints 69

Introducing the Motherboard

Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the A990FXM-A motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket for AMD

PhenomTM and later desktop processors (socket AM3+) for high-end business or

personal desktop markets.

There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including one PS/2 mouse and keyboard combo connector, one Bluetooth, two ESATA ports, one CLR_CMOS button, eight USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, two LAN ports, one optical SPDIFO port and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out.

The motherboard incorporates the AMD 990FX Northbridge (NB) and SB950 Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports the HyperTransport

3.0 interface. The memory controller supports DDR3 memory DIMM frequencies of

2133 (OC)/1866/1600/1333*. It supports four DDR3 slots with maximum memory

size of 128 GB*. Three PCI Express x16 slots, intended for Graphics Interface, are fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen2 (version 2.0). In addition, two PCI Express x1 slots are supported.

* Due to the limitation of AMD CPU spec, please refer to Memory QVL for more information.

The SB950 Southbridge supports one PCI slot which is PCI v2.3 compliant. It integrates USB 2.0 interface, supporting up to twelve USB 2.0 ports (eight USB ports and two USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports) and one USB 3.0 header. The Southbridge integrates a Serial ATA host controller, supporting six SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to 6 Gb/s each, and two eSATA3 6.0 Gb/s connector at Real connector.

In addition, the mainboard assembles extra USB3.0 chip, which supports two USB 3.0 ports at rear panel with high speed of 5Gb/s.

Feature

Processor

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.

• Accommodates AMD PhenomTM and later desktop processors (socket

AM3+)

• Supports HyperTransportTM (HT) 3.0 interface speeds

This motherboard uses a socket AM3+ that carries the following features:

SB950 (SB)

AMD 990FX (NB)

• One x4 A-Link Express III interface for connection to an AMD Southbridge. The A-Link Express III is a proprietary interface developed by AMD basing on the PCI Express technology, with additional NorthbridgeSouthbridge messaging functionalities. It supports the PCIe Gen 2 transfer rate of 5 GT/s, and is backward compatible with the A-Link Express II interface.

• Supports three x16 PCI-Express Gen2 graphics link

• Fully supports ACPI states S1, S3, S4 and S5

• Complies with all relevant Windows Logo Program (WLP) requirements from Microsoft® for WHQL certification.

• Supports 16-bit up/down HyperTransport (HT) 3.0 interface up to 5.2 GT/s.

The AMD 990FX Northbridge (NB) and SB950 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based on an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.

Chipset

Memory

• Supports DDR3 2133 (OC)/1866/1600/1333 DDR3 SDRAM with Dualchannel architecture

• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs

• Compliant with PCI 2.3 specification at 33 MHz

• Four-lane PCI Express® (PCIe®) 2.0 interface, supporting up to two general purpose devices. Supported configurations include: § 1x4 § 2x4 § 1x2+2x1 § 4x1

• Supports six Serial ATA devices which speeds up to 6 Gb/s and one IDE AT A133

• Supports two eSATA3 which speeds up to 6.0 Gb/s through the bundled eSATA3 bracket

• Integrated USB 3.0 Host Controller supporting up to two USB 3.0 ports

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

• Supports integrated RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 functionality across all 6 ports (RAID 10 requires use of 4 or more SA TA ports, and RAID 5 requires use of 3 or more SATA ports)

Introducing the Motherboard

Expansion Options

• Three PCI Express x16 slots for Graphics Interface

• Two PCI Express x1 slots

• One 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slot

• Six 7-pin SATA connectors

• One IDE ATA133 connector

Integrated I/O

The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:

• One CLR CMOS button

• Two ESATA port

• One Bluetooth

• One PS/2 keyboard and mouse combo port

• Eight USB 2.0 ports

• Two USB 3.0 blue ports

• Two LAN ports

• One optical SPDIFO port

• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out

BIOS Firmware

• 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.

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

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.

Onboard LAN

• Supports PCI Express

2.0

• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver

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

Audio

• 7.1+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: 5.0V

The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:

• Up to 32 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 128 GB

Introducing the Motherboard

• NB: AMD 990FX SB: SB950

• AMD PhenomTM and later desktop processors (socket AM3+)

• Supports HyperTransportTM (HT) 3.0 interface speeds

• 140W TDP

• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture

• 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 128 GB

• Supports DDR3 DDR3 2133 (OC)/1866/1600/1333 SDRAM

• 3 x PCI Express Gen2 x16 slots

• 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (Gen2)

• 1 x PCI slot

• Supported by AMD SB950 Express Chipset

-6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s Host Controllers

-Supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10

-1 x IDE AT A133

• Supported by Marvell 9128

-2 x eSATA 6 Gb/s devices

• ALC892 8-Channel

• Dual Realtek 81 1 1E Giga Lan

• 1 x CLR CMOS button

• 2 x eSATA ports

• 1 x Bluetooth

• 1 x PS/2 keyboard and mouse combo port

• 8 x USB 2.0 ports

• 2 x USB 3.0 blue ports

• 2 x RJ45 LAN ports

• 1 x Audio port (Line in, microphone in, line out, and optical SPDIF out)

• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector

• 1 x 8-pin ATX12V connector

• 6 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors

• 2 x eSAT A3 6.0 Gb/s connectors through the bundled eSA T A3 bracket

• 1 x IDE ATA133 support by Marvell 9128

• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports

• 1 x USB 3.0 header

• 1 x Front panel header

• 1 x Chassis Intrusion Detect header

• 1 x SPDIF out header

• 1 x Front panel audio header

• 1 x POST Debug LED

• 1 x Buzzer

• 1 x Reset button

• 1 x Power button

• 1 x CLR_COMS header

• 1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector

Chipset Memory

Expansion Slots

Storage

Audio LAN

Rear Panel I/O

Internal I/O Connectors & Headers

CPU

Specifications

Introducing the Motherboard

• AMI BIOS with 32Mb SPI Flash ROM

• Supports Plug and Play, STR (S3) / STD (S4) , Hardware monitor, Multi Boot

• Supports ACPI & DMI

• Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS

• F7 hot key for boot up devices option

• Supports FSB adjustment, increase in a increase of 1MHz.

• Support Over-Clocking

• Support Dual Display

• Support PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey Has PS2 KB Model only

System BIOS

Form Factor • A TX Size, 305mm x 244mm

• 1 x 3-pin SYS_FAN connector

• 1 x 3-pin PWR_FAN connector

Introducing the Motherboard

Motherboard Components

The above image is for reference only; please take the actual motherboard for detailed parts.

Introducing the Motherboard

Table of Motherboard Components

This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.

LABEL COMPONENTS

1. CPU Socket

AMD Phenom

and later desktop processors

(socket AM3+)

2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector

3. DDR3_1/2/3/4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots

4. BZ Buzzer

5. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector

6. POST POST Debug LED

7. PWR_FAN Power cooling fan connector

8. IDE Primary IDE channel

9. SATA1~6 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors

10. PANEL Front panel switch/LED header

11. PWR_BTN Power on button

12. RST_BTN Reset button

13. F_USB2 Front panel USB 2.0 header

14. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper

15. F_USB1

Front panel USB 2.0 header（with EZ Charge function

）

16. USB3F Front panel USB 3.0 header

17. CASE Case open header

18. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector

19. SPDIFO SPDIF out header

20. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header

21. PCI 32-bit add-on card slot

22. PCIEX16_S PCI Express slot for graphics interface

23. PCIE1~2 PCI Express x1 slots

24. PCIEX16_1~2 PCI Express slots for graphics interface

25. ATX12V 8-pin +12V power connector

Introducing the Motherboard

Memo

Installing 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 ATX system case. 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. 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 an ATX form factor of 305 X 244 mm. Choose a case that accommodates this form factor.

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.

Installing the Motherboard

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.

To avoid the system unstability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save Changes and Exit”.

Name Type Description

Setting (default)

CLR_CMOS

3-pin

Clear CMOS

1-2: NORMAL 2-3: CLEAR

Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to turn off the system.

CLR_CMOS

1 23

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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 surface-mount 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.

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.

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.

Installing the Motherboard

1 Install your CPU. Pull up the lever away from

the socket and lift up to 90-degree angle.

2 Locate the CPU cut edge (the corner with

the pin hold noticeably missing). Align and insert the CPU correctly.

3 Press the lever down and apply thermal

grease on top of the CPU.

4 Put the CPU Fan down on the retention mod-

ule and snap the four retention legs of the cooling fan into place.

5 Flip the levers over to lock the heat sink in

place and connect the CPU cooling Fan power cable to the CPU FAN connector. This completes the installation.

CPU Installation Procedure

The following illustration shows CPU installation components.

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.

Installing Memory Modules

This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin DDR3 2133 (OC)/1866/1600/1333. The total memory capacity is 128 GB.

DDR3 SDRAM memory module table

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 four slots. Each module can be installed with 32 GB of memory.

Memory module Memory Bus

DDR3 1333 667 MHz

Due to the limitation of AMD CPU spec, please refer to Memory QVL for more information.

DDR3 1600 800 MHz DDR3 1866 933 MHz DDR3 2133 1067 MHz

* For reference only

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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.

* For reference only

For best performance and compatibility, we recommend AMD AM3+ CPU with the RAM Module sequence as below.

Recommend memory configuration

DDR3_1 DDR 3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4

-- Populated -- --

-- -- -- Populated

Populated Populated -- --

-- Populated Populated --

-- -- Populated Populated

-- Populated -- Populated

Populated -- -- Populated Populated Populated -- Populated

-- Populated Populated Populated

4 DIMMs Populated Populated P opul ated Populated

Mode

Sockets

1 DIMM

2 DIMMs

3 DIMMs

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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_S Slot

PCI Slot

This motherboard is equipped with one standard PCI slot. 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 slot on this board is PCI v2.3 compliant.

The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen2 (version 2.0).

PCIE1~2 Slots

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.

The PCI Express x16_S slot is used to install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen2 (version 2.0).

The PCI Express x16 slots are used to install external PCI Express graphics cards that are fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen2 (version 2.0).

PCIEX16_1~2 Slots

Installing the Motherboard

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.

* For reference only

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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.

Connecting Optional Devices

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

SA T A1~6: Serial A T A connectors

These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest data transfer rates (6.0 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.

1 Ground 2 TX+

3 TX- 4 Ground 5 RX- 6 RX+

7 Ground - -

Pin Signal Name

2 +5VA 5V analog Power

3 Key No pin

4 GND Ground

Pin Signal Name Function

1 SPDIF SPDIF digital output

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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.

F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers

The motherboard has six 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.

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.

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

Function

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

Pin Signal Name

9 PORT 2L 10 SENSE2_RETURN

Pin Signal Name

CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header

Short Chassis cover is removed

Open Chassis cover is closed

Pin 1-2 Function

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.

Unlike F_USB2 in this mainboard, F_USB1 supports EZ Charger technology (optional), provides 3 times current than general USB port in off mode for USB devices. It is useful and excellent, especially for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices that need a large amount of current for faster recharging within less time.

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1 Vbus Front Panel USB Power

2 IntA_P1_SSRX- USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Rx-

3 IntA_P2_SSRX+ USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Rx+

4 GND GND

5 IntA_P1_SSTX- USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx- 6 IntA_P1_SSTX+ USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx+

7 GND GND 8 IntA_P1_D- USB3 ICC Port1 D-

9 IntA_P1_D+ USB3 ICC Port1 D+

10 ID USBOC- Over Current Protection

Pin Signal Name Function

USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header

This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate.

11 IntA_P2_D+ USB3 ICC Port2 D+

12 IntA_P2_D- USB3 ICC Port2 D- 13 GND GND

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.

15 IntA_P2_SSTX- USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Tx- 16 GND GND

17 IntA_P2_SSRX+ USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Rx+

18 IntA_P2_SSRX- USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Rx-

19 Vbus Front Panel USB Power

14 IntA_P2_SSTX+ USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Tx+

Installing the Motherboard

About SA T 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 an 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 a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SA T 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. An IDE ribbon cable supporting two IDE devices is bundled with the motherboard.

You must orient the cable connector so that the pin1 (color) edge of the cable corresponds to the pin 1 of the I/O port connector.

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.

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 drives on the SATA ports.

Installing the Motherboard

Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:

This motherboard supports the “Hot-Plug” function.

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.

* For reference only

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Connecting I/O Devices

The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports:

USB 3.0 Ports Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB3.0 devices. LAN Ports Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your

computer to the network.

Bluetooth Used to connect to Bluetooth devices.

eSATA Ports

Use these ports to connect to external SATA boxes or Serial ATA port multipliers.

Before connecting the eSATA cables, make sure to turn off the power of the external enclosure.

PS/2 mouse and keyboard combo connector

CLR_COMS_BTN Use the CLR_CMOS button to clear CMOS.

Audio Ports Use the audio jacks to connect audio devices. The C port is

for stereo line-in signal, while the E port is for microphone in signal. This motherboard supports audio devices that correspond to the A, B and D port respectively. In addition, all of the 3 ports, B, and D provide users with both right & left channels individually. Users please refer to the following note for specific port function definition.

This jack connects to external optical digital audio output devices.

Optical SPDIF Output

The above port definition can be changed to audio input or audio output by changing the driver utility setting.

A: Center & Woofer D: Front Out B: Back Surround E: Mic_in Rear C: Line-in -

Connect the PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse to the PS/2 combo port.

USB 2.0 Ports Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.

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 switches and indicator LEDs to the PANEL. 4 Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. 5 Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V. 6 Connect the power cooling fan connector to PWR_FAN.

Users please note that the 24-pin power cable can be connected to the ATX_POWER connector.

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.

Connecting 24-pin power cable

24-pin power cable

* For reference only

Installing the Motherboard

CPU_F AN: 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.

1 GND System Ground 2 +12V Power +12V

3 Sense Sensor 4 PWM CPU FAN control

Function

Pin Signal Name

A TX_POWER: A TX 24-pin Power Connector

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 Ground 15 COM

4 +5V 16 PS_ON

5 Ground 17 COM

6 +5V 18 COM 7 Ground 19 COM 8 PWRGD 20 -5V

9 +5VSB 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V 11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 COM

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

When installing 4-pin power cable, the latch falls on the left side of the

ATX12V connector.

4-pin power cable

Users please note that the 8-pin and 4-pin power cables can both be connected to the ATX12V connector.

When installing 8-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V

connector match perfectly.

Connecting 8/4-pin power cable

8-pin power cable

* For reference only

Installing the Motherboard

SYS_F AN: FAN Power Connector

Pin Signal Name Function

1 GND System Ground 2 +12V Power +12V 3 Sense Sensor

A TX12V : A TX 12V Power Connector

Pin Signal Name

4 Ground

3 Ground

2 Ground

1 Ground

Pin Signal Name

5 +12V

6 +12V

7 +12V

8 +12V

PWR_FAN: F AN Power Connector

Pin Signal Name Function

1 GND System Ground 2 +12V Power +12V 3 Sense Sensor

Installing the Motherboard

Reset Switch

Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentarycontact 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.

This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.

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. Refer to the table below for information:

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.

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.

Pin Signal Function Pin Signal Function

1 HD_LED_P Hard disk LED (+)

2 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED (+)

3 HD_LED_N Hard disk LED (-)

5 RST_SW_N Reset Switch (-)

7 RST_SW_P Reset Switch (+)

9 RSVD Reserved

4 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED (-)

6 PWR_SW_P Power Switch (+)

8 PWR_SW_N Power Switch (-)

10 Key No pin

* MSG LED (dual color or single color)

Using BIOS

Chapter 3

Using BIOS

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:

• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals

• Video display type and display options

• Password protection from unauthorized use

• Power Management features

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

Using BIOS

Press the delete key to access the BIOS Setup Utility.

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.

Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may also trigger this message.

BIOS Information

System Date [ Mon 04/18/2011]

System Time [05:44:29]

Choose the system default language

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

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Enter : Select

F1:General Help

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:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

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F4:Save & Exit

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Using BIOS

BIOS Navigation Keys

The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:

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 a triangle

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the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu.

In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a triangle

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The default BIOS setting for this motherboard applies for most conditions with optimum performance. It is not suggested to change the default values in the BIOS setup and the manufacture takes no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.

KEY FUNCTION

Select Item

+/- Change opt.

F2 Previous Value F3 Optimized Defaults

F1 General Help

ESC Exits the current menu

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Enter Select

F4 Save & Exit

Select Screen

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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.

Using BIOS

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.

Main Menu

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.

BIOS Information

System Date [ Mon 04/18/2011]

System Time [05:44:29]

Choose the system default

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Using BIOS

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

Advanced Menu

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 LAN Configuration

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

Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the PXE OpROM.

Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.

LAN Configuration

Onboard LAN 1 Controller [Enabled]

Onboard LAN 2 Controller [Enabled]

Enable/Disable Onboard LAN 1 Controller

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Onboard LAN1/2 Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Onboard LAN.

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

Legacy OpROM Support

Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled]

Launch Storage OpROM [Enabled]

Enable or Disable Boot Option for Leagacy Network Devices.

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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LAN Configuration PC Health Status Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SAT A Configuration USB Configuration

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Using BIOS

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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/System Smart FAN Control (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the control of the CPU/system fan speed by chang-ing the fan voltage.

Smart Fan Function

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

CPU Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Mode [Normal]

SMART Fan start PWM value 56 SMART Fan start PWM TEMP 27 Delta T +3 SMART Fan Slope PWM value 6 PWM value/unite CPU Fan Full Speed Offset (-) 60

System Smart Fan Control [Enabled] Smart Fan Mode [Normal]

SMART Fan start PWM value 56 SMART Fan start PWM TEMP 27 Delta T +3 SMART Fan Slope PWM value 6 PWM value/unite System Fan Full Speed Offset (-) 60

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

PC Health Status

Smart Fan Function

CPU Tcontrol : +58 °C CPU Fan Speed : 3000 RPM System Fan Speed : N/A CPU Vcore : +1.452V DIMM Voltage : +1.572V NB Voltage : +1.116V

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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Using BIOS

• CPU T control

• CPU FAN Speed

• System FAN Speed

• CPU Vcore

• DIMM Voltage

• NB Voltage

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.

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.

SMART Fan start PWM value (56)

SMART Fan start TEMP (27)

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

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

DeltaT (+3)

This item specifies the range that controls CPU temperature and keeps it from going so high or so low when smart fan works.

SMART Fan Slope PWM value (6 PWM value/unite)

This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan.

This item is used to set the CPU/system fan full speed offset value.

CPU/System Fan Full Speed Offset(-) (60)

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

Using BIOS

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 Power Management Setup

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

Resume By PME (Disabled)

These items specify whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or component is detected.

Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)

This item enables you to set Power LED type.

Resume By USB2.0 (S3) (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the USB2.0 device wakeup function from S3 mode.

Power Management Setup

Resume By PME [Disabled]

Resume By USB2.0 (S3) [Disabled] Resume By PS2 KB (S3) [Disabled] Resume By PS2 MS (S3) [Disabled] EUP Function [Enabled] Power LED Type [Dual Color LED]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

About Resume by PCI/PCI-E/Lan/Ext. USB3.0 PME

EUP Support (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 PS2 mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By PS2 KB (S3) (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow PS2 keyboard activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

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

Using BIOS

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 ACPI Configuration

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.

ACPI Configuration

ACPI Sleep State [S3 (Suspend to RAM)]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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

Using BIOS

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CPU Configuration

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

CPU Configuration Socket0: AMD Athlon (tm) II X3 440 Processor 0

Max Speed: 3000 MHZ Intended Speed:3000 MHZ Microcode Patch Level:10000c6

-- Information de cachette par noyau -L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KB/2-way L1 Data Cache: 64 KB/2-way L2 Cache: 512 KB/16-way T otal L3 Cache per Socket: 0 MB/~way

Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]

AMD C&Q [Enabled] Core C6 State [Enabled] Enhanced Halt (C1E) [Disabled] SB Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Disabled for Windows XP

AMD C&Q (Enabled)

This item helps the system to lower the frequency when CPU idles. When the frequency decreases, the temperature will drop automatically as well.

Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Disabled)

This item enables or disables enhanced halt.

Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit. Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP operation system; set this to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows N4.0.

SB Clock Spread Spectrum (Enabled)

This item is used to enable or disable the Southbridge clock spread spectrum.

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

Using BIOS

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SA TA Configuration

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

Serial-ATA Controller (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the onboard SATA controller.

SATA Mode (IDE Mode)

Use this item to select SATA mode.

SATA Port 1~6 (Not Present)

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

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

SAT A Configuration

Serial-AT A Controller [Enabled]

SA TA Mode [IDE Mode] PA T A Controller [Enabled] eSAT A 6Gb/s Controller Mode [AHCI Mode]

SATA Port1 Not Present SATA Port2 Not Present SATA Port3 Not Present SATA Port4 Not Present SATA Port5 Not Present SATA Port6 Not Present

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Enabled/Disabled SAT A Contreller

eSATA 6Gb/s Controller Mode (AHCI Mode)

Use this item to select eSATA mode.

PATA Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the PATA device.

Using BIOS

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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.

USB 3.0 Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable USB 3.0 controller. We recommand users keep the default value. Disabling it might cause the USB devices not to work properly.

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.

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

USB Configuration

All USB Devices [Enabled]

USB 3.0 Support [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Bluetooth Function [Enabled]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Enabled/Disabled All USB Devices

Bluetooth Function (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable bluetooth function.

Using BIOS

South Bridge

Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Audio Configuration

Azalia HD Audio [Enabled]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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

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

Chipset Menu

South Bridge

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

South Bridge

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

South Bridge Parameters

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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.

Using BIOS

M.I.B X (MB Intelligent BIOS X)

Processor Power Planes and Voltage Controls

Memory Control HT Control

Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk [Enabled] CPU/HT Reference Clock (MHz) 200 CPU Unclock [Disabled] CPU Voltage [Default] NB Voltage [Default] VDIMM Voltage [Default] SB Voltage [Default]

CPU Current Voltage 1.452 VDIMM Current Voltage 1.572 NB Current Voltage 1. 116

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Processor Power Planes and Voltage Controls

Current CPU Speed (2500 MHz)

This item shows current CPU speed.

M.I.B X(MB Intelligent BIOS X)

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.

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 Processor Power Planes and Voltage Controls

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

Processor Power Planes and Voltage Controls

Current CPU Speed 2500MHz

Core clock multiplier [8x]

AltVidC3 [Enabled]

AltVid 0 Slam Time Mode [Auto] VSSlamTime [Auto]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

This allows selection of amdAltVidEn

Core clock multiplier (Auto)

Use this item to set the core clock multiplier.

AltVidC3 (Enabled)

This item allows users to select amdAltVidEn 0:24N:3x80[12].

Using BIOS

AltVid (0)

This item specifies the VID driven to the VDD power plane(s) while in the low power state 0:24N:3xDC[6:0].

VSSlamTime (Auto)

This item specifies the time to wait for voltage stabilization during altvid transitions if a new VID is provided to the voltage regulator without ramping. 0:24N:3xDC [31:29]

Slam Time Mode (Auto)

This item enables you to set slam time mode, this option is only for RB-C3, BLC3, DA-C3.

Memory Control

Memory Clock DCT0 is: None Memory Clock DCT1 is: (DDR-1333/667MHz)

Memory Clock Mode [Auto]

Memclock Value [DDR 1333(667MHz)]

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Set Memclock Value.

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

 Memory Control

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

Memory Clock DCT1 is (DDR-1333/667MHz)

This item shows current memory clock of DCT1.

Memory Clock Mode (Specific)

This item allows user to set the memory clock mode.

Memory Clock DCT0 is (None)

This item shows current memory clock of DCT0.

Memclock Value (DDR-1333(667MHz))

This item allows user to set the memclock value.

Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B X Menu page.

Using BIOS

Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Enabled)

When this item is enabled, BIOS will disable the clock signal of free DIMM/PCI slots.

CPU/HT Reference Clock (MHz) (200)

Use this item to set the CPU/HT Reference Clock through clock gen.

CPU Unlock (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable CPU unlock function. It works depends on your CPU.

HT control

Current Width Up: 16 bit

Upstream Link Width [Auto]

Current Width Down: 16 bit

Downstream Link Width [Auto]

Current IO HT Freq: 2600MHz

IO HT Frequency [Auto]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Set Upstream Link Width.

Current Width Up (16 bit)

This item shows the current Upstream Link Width.

Current Width Down (16 bit)

This item shows the current Downstream Link Width.

Upstream Link Width (Auto)

This item allows you to set Upstream Link Width.

Downstream Link Width (Auto)

This item allows you to set Downstream Link Width.

Current IO HT Freq (2600MHz)

This item shows the current IO HT Frequency.

IO HT Frequency (Auto)

This item allows you to set IO HT Frequency.

HT Control

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

Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B X Menu page.

Using BIOS

NB Voltage (Default)

This item allows user to adjust NB voltage when enabled.

CPU Current Voltage (1.452V)

This item shows the current CPU voltage.

NB Current Voltage (N/A)

This item shows the current NB voltage.

VDIMM Current Voltage (1.572V)

This item displays the current DIMM voltage.

SB Voltage (Default)

This item allows user to adjust SB voltage when enabled.

VDIMM Voltage (Default)

This item allows user to adjust DIMM voltage when enabled.

CPU Voltage (Default)

This item allows user to adjust CPU voltage when enabled.

Using BIOS

Boot Configuration

Bootup Numlock State [On]

Quiet Boot [Enabled]

Set Boot Priority

1st Boot [CD/DVD] 2nd Boot [Hard Disk] 3rd Boot [USB Floppy] 4thBoot [USB CD/DVD] 5th Boot [USB Hard Disk] 6th Boot [USB KEY] 7th Boot [Network] 8th Boot [UEFI]

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Select the keyboard Numlock state

This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state and Boot device priority.

Boot Menu

Bootup NumLock State (On)

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

Quiet Boot (Enabled)

If enabled, BIOS will show a full screen logo at boot, if disabled, BIOS will set the initial display mode to BIOS and show the diagnostic POST screen at boot.

1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th/6th/7th/8th Boot (CD/DVD /Hard Disk /USB Floppy /USB CD/DVD /USB Hard Disk /USB KEY /Network /UEFI)

Use these items to determine the device order the computer used to look for an operating system to load at start-up time. The devices showed here will be different depending on the exact devices installed on your motherboard.

Using BIOS

Administrator Password

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Set Setup Administrator Password

This page enables you to set setup administrator and password.

Security Menu

Administrator Password

This item allows you to set or change administrator password.

Using BIOS

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

Boot Override

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1:General Help

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Exit system setup after saving the changes.

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

Save & Exit Menu

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.

Using BIOS

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:

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 com-

puter. (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: AMINF340.EXE040706.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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Using the Motherboard Software

Chapter 4

Using the Motherboard Software

Auto-installing under W indows XP/Vista/7

The Auto-install DVD-ROM/CD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software for your motherboard.

If the Auto-install DVD-ROM/CD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Refer to the Utility Folder Installation Notes later in this chapter.

The support software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP/Vista/7. When you insert the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM/CDROM drive, the autorun feature will automatically bring up the install screen. The screen has four buttons on it, Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit.

If the opening screen does not appear; double-click the file “setup.exe” in the root directory.

About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM

The support software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM that is included in the motherboard package contains all the drivers and utility programs needed to properly run the bundled products. Below you can find a brief description of each software program, and the location for your motherboard version. More information on some programs is available in a README file, located in the same directory as the software. Before installing any software, always inspect the folder for files named README.TXT or something similar. These files may contain important information that is not included in this manual.

2. The notice of Intel HD Audio Installation (optional): The Intel High Definition audio functionality unexpectedly quits working in Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 or Windows XP Professional x64 Edition. Users need to download and install the update packages from the Microsoft Download Center “before” installing HD audio driver bundled in the driver disk. Please log on to http://support.microsoft.com/ default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;901105#appliesto for more information.

1. Never try to install all software from folder that is not specified for use with your motherboard.

* For reference only

Using the Motherboard Software

Drivers

Setup

Click the Setup button to run the software installation program. Select from the menu which software you want to install.

Browse CD

The Browse CD button is the standard Windows command that allows you to open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support disk.

Before installing the software from Windows Explorer, look for a file named README.TXT or something similar. This file may contain important information to help you install the software correctly.

Some software is installed in separate folders for different operating systems.

In installing the software, execute a file named SETUP.EXE by doubleclicking the file and then following the instructions on the screen.

Exit

The EXIT button closes the Auto Setup window.

Utilities

Lists the software utilities that are available on the disk.

Information

Displays the path for all software and drivers available on the disk.

Running Setup

Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard:

1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:

The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing.

The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.

Utilities

Click the Utilities button to display the application software and other software utilities that are available on the disk. Select the sofware you want to install then follow installation procedure.

Using the Motherboard Software

2. Click Next. The following screen appears:

3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recom-

mended.

4. Click Next run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:

5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.

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.

Using the Motherboard Software

Manual Installation

Insert the disk in the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive and locate the PATH.DOC file in the root directory. This file contains the information needed to locate the drivers for your motherboard.

Look for the chipset and motherboard model; 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.

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.

Utility Software Reference

All the utility software available from this page is Windows compliant. They are provided only for the convenience of the customer. The following software is furnished under license and may only be used or copied in accordance with the terms of the license.

These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.

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.

AMD RAID Configuration

Setting Up a bootable RAID Array

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

Setting Up the BIOS

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

The Integrated Peripherals screen (or a screen similar to it) appears.

Figure 1.2 SATA Configuration Screen

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

Start your computer, then press Delete to enter the BIOS setup. The BIOS CMOS Setup Utility screen appears.

Figure 1.1 BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Screen

Chapter 5

Setting Up AMD SB950 RAID Configuration

BIOS Information

System Date [ Mon 04/18/2011]

System Time [05:44:29]

Choose the system default language

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

F1:General Help

:Select Item

Enter : Select

:Select Screen

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

SAT A Configuration

Serial-AT A Controller [Enabled]

SA TA Mode [IDE Mode] PA T A Controller [Enabled] eSAT A 6Gb/s Controller Mode [AHCI Mode]

SATA Port1 Not Present SATA Port2 Not Present SATA Port3 Not Present SATA Port4 Not Present SATA Port5 Not Present SATA Port6 Not Present

Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Save & Exit

Enabled/Disabled SAT A Contreller

F1:General Help

:Select Item

Enter : Select

:Select Screen

F2:Previous Value

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

+/- : Change Opt.

AMD 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.

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:

1 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 ]

AMD RAID Configuration

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

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.

• 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)

[

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 N 4 : Mas WDC WD1600JS-22NVB1 160042 N

[ Drives Assignments ]

AMD RAID Configuration

Assigning the Disks

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

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

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 Y

[ 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 ---- ---- ------ ----

AMD RAID Configuration

Figure 1.7 Main Menu

Press ESC to exit.

Press Y to reboot.

The Main Menu screen appears (Figure 1.7).

Figure 1.8

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 Y ou Sure? Y - Reboot / Any Key - Back

ID Mode Size TRACK-MAPPING ST ATUS 1 2+0 RAID 0 318000M 38661/255/63 Functional

2 ASUS DVD-E818A T

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

AMD RAID Configuration

Copy all files in "...\RAID\ATI\SB950\Floppy\Win3264" to a floppy disk.

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

Figure 1.10 Windows Setup—Specify Devices

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.

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

The Windows Setup program starts.

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

Specify the AMD drivers.

Figure 1.9

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> * T o 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.

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

Windows Setup

---------

AMD RAID Configuration

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

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.

Figure 1.11 Windows Setup—Selected SCSI Adapter

The following Windows Setup screen appears:

S=Specify Additional Devices ENTER=Continue F3=Exit

Windows Setup

---------

Setup will load support for the following mass storage device(s): A TI AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform * T o 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.

ENTER=Select F3=Exit

Windows Setup

---------

Y ou 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.

A TI AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform A TI AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform

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A TI CrossFireTM T echnology Support

Chapter 6

A TI CrossFireXTM Technology Support

This motherboard supports the ATI CrossFireX

Technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section.

Requirements

1 Two or three identical CrossFireXTM ready graphic cards are needed for the

setup of 2-way / 3-way CrossFireXTM configuration. 2 You would need one or two CrossfireXTM bridge cable. 3 Make sure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX

technology. Download the latest driver from the ATI website

(www.ati.com). 4 Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the

minimum power required by your system.

Installing CrossFireXTM graphics cards

1. Insert the CrossFireX

graphics cards into the PCIEX16 slots. Make sure that the

card is properly seated on the slot.

A. For 2-way configuration, install two graphic cards on PCIEX16_1 & PCIEX16_2

and connect them with the CrossFireTM Bridge.

* For reference only

A TI CrossFireTM T echnology Support

4. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards.

3. Connect the cable from your monitors to the CrossFireXTM ready graphics card installed on the PCIEX16_1 slot.

Monitor Cable

B. For 3-way configuration, two CrossFireTM Bridges are needed to connect the

three graphic cards.

* For reference only

Monitor Cable

A TI CrossFireTM T echnology Support

The CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box

To enable CrossFireXTM:

• Install ATI graphic card driver.

• Enter the CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box.

• check the “Enable CrossFireXTM” item.

• Click OK to apply.

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Trouble Shooting

Chapter 7

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. 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

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.

Trouble Shooting

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

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 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 components may be at fault.

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.

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.

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POST Code Checkpoints

The POST code checkpoints are the largest set of checkpoints during the BIOS pre-boot process. The following table describes the type of

checkpoints that may occur during the POST portion of the BIOS :

Checkpoint Description

01-0F SEC S tatus Codes & Errors 10- 2F PEI execut ion up to and inc luding memory detection 30-4F P EI execution afte r memory detecti on 50-5F P EI erro r s 60- CF DXE e xecution up to BDS D0-DF DXE errors E0-E8 S3 Resume (PEI) E9-EF S3 Resume errors (PEI) F0-F8 Recovery (PEI) F9-FF Reco very e rrors (PEI)

0 Not used 1 Po wer on. Reset typ e detection (soft/hard). 2 AP initialization before microcode loading 3 North Bridge initialization before microcode loading 4 South Bridge initialization before microcode loading 5 OEM initialization before microcode loading 6 Microcode loading 7 AP initialization after microcode loading 8 North Bridge initialization after microcode loading 9 South Bridge initialization after microcode loading A OEM initialization after microcode loading B Cache initialization

C-D Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes

E Microcode not found

F Microcode not loaded 10 PEI Core is started 11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started 12 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) 13 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) 15 Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started 16 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) 17 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) 18 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) 19 Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started 1A Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) 1B Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) 1C Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)

1D-2A OEM pre-memory initialization codes

2B Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading 2C Memory initialization. Memory presence detection 2D Memory initialization. Prog ramming memory timing information 2E Memory initialization. Configuring memory 2F Memory initialization (other). 30 Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status C odes section below) 31 Me mory Installe d 32 CPU post-memory initialization is started 33 CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization 34 CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP) initialization

35 CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection 36 CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization 37 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started 38 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) 39 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) 3A Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) 3B Post-Memory South Bridge initialization is started 3C Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) 3D Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) 3E Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)

3F-4E OEM post memory initialization codes

4F DXE IPL is started 50 Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompati ble memory sp eed 51 Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed 52 Memory initializ ation error. Invalid memory size or memory modules do not match. 53 Memory initialization error. No usable memory dete c ted 54 Unspecified memory initialization error. 55 Memory not installed 56 Invalid CPU type or Speed 57 CPU m ismatch 58 CPU self test failed or po ssible CPU cache er r or 59 CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed 5A Internal CPU error 5B reset PPI is not available

5C-5F Re served for future AMI error cod es

E0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) E1 S3 Boot Script execution E2 Video repost E3 OS S3 wake vector call

E4-E 7 Reserved fo r future AMI progress codes

E0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) E8 S3 Resume Failed in PEI E9 S3 Resume PPI not Found EA S3 Resume Boot Script E rror EB S3 OS Wake E rror

EC-EF Reserved for future AMI error codes

F0 Recovery condition triggered by f irmware ( Auto recov ery) F1 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recov e ry) F2 Rec overy process started F3 Recovery firmware image is found F4 Recovery firmware image is loaded

F5-F7 Reserved for future AMI progress co des

F8 Recovery PPI is not available F9 Recovery capsule is not found FA Invalid recovery capsule

FB-FF Reserved for future AMI error codes

1 Memory not Installed 1 Memory was installed twice (InstallPeiMemory routine in PEI Core called twice) 2 Recovery started 3 DXEIPL was not found 3 DXE Core Firmware Volume was not found 7 Reset PPI is not avai lable 4 Recovery failed

4 S3 Resume failed 60 DXE Core is started 61 NVRAM initialization 62 Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services 63 CPU DXE initialization is started 64 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) 65 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) 66 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) 67 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) 68 PCI host bridge initialization 69 North Bridge DXE initialization is started 6A North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started 6B North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) 6C North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) 6D North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) 6E North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) 6F North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) 70 South Bridge DXE initialization is started 71 South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started 72 South Bridge devices initialization 73 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) 74 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) 75 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) 76 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) 77 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) 78 ACPI module initialization 79 CSM initialization

7A-7F Reserved fo r future AMI DXE codes 80-8F OEM DXE initialization codes

90 Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started 91 Driver connecting is started 92 PCI Bus initialization is started 93 PCI Bus H ot Plug Controller Initializ ation 94 PCI Bus Enumeration 95 PCI B us Request Resources 96 PCI Bus Assign Resources 97 Console Output devices connect 98 Console input devices connect 99 Super IO Initialization 9A USB initialization is started 9B USB Rese t 9C USB D etect 9D USB E nab le

9E-9F Reserved for future AMI codes

A0 IDE initialization is started A1 IDE R eset A2 IDE Detec t A3 IDE Enable A4 SCSI initialization is started A5 SCSI Reset A6 SCSI Detect A7 SCSI Enable A8 Setup Verifying Password

A9 Start of Setup AA Reserve d for ASL (see ASL Status Codes se ction below) AB Setup Input Wait AC Reser ved for ASL (see ASL Status Co des section below) AD Ready To Boot event AE Legacy Boot event

AF Exit Boot S ervices event

B0 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Beg in

B1 Runtime Set Virtual Addre ss MAP End

B2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization

B3 System Reset

B4 USB hot plug

B5 PCI bus hot plug

B6 C lean-up of NVRAM

B7 Configurati on Re set (res et o f NVRAM settings)

B8-BF Reserved for future AMI codes C0-CF OEM BDS initialization codes

D0 CPU initiali z ati o n erro r D1 North Bridge ini tialization error D2 South Bridge initi alization error D3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available D4 PC I resource alloca t ion error. Out of Resources D5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM D6 No C onso le Output Devices are found D7 No C onso le Inp ut De vices are found D8 Invalid password D9 Error load ing Boot O ption (LoadImage re turned error) DA B oot Opti on is failed ( StartImage returned erro r) DB Flash update is failed DC Reset protocol is not av ailable

4 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available 5 No Console Outp ut De vices are found 5 No Console Input Devices are found 1 Invalid password 6 Flash update is failed 7 Reset protocol is not available

8 P latform PCI resource requireme nts cannot be met 01 System is entering S1 sleep state 02 System is entering S2 sleep state 03 System is entering S3 sleep state 04 System is entering S4 sleep state

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