ECS B75H2-AM2 User Manual

Preface
Copyright
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Version 1.0
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac­turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp. MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation. Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa­tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter­ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manu­facturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interfer­ence that may cause undesired operation.
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference­causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3 Using BIOS
Chatper 4 Trouble Shooting
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Describes features of the motherboard.
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Describes installation of motherboard components.
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Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction...................................................................................1
Feature............................................................................................2
Specifications................................................................................4
Motherboard Components..........................................................6
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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
Jumper Settings......................................................................11
Installing Hardware...................................................................12
Installing the Processor..........................................................12
Installing Memory Modules...................................................15
Expansion Slots......................................................................16
Connecting Optional Devices.................................................18
Installing a SATA Hard Drive................................................23
Connecting I/O Devices............................................................... 24
Connecting Case Components.....................................................25
Front Panel Header................................................................28
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Chapter 3 29
Using BIOS 29
About the Setup Utility ........................ ......................................... 29
The Standard Configuration........................ ...........................29
Entering the Setup Utility.........................................................29
Using BIOS......................................................................................30
BIOS Navigation Key.............................................................31
Main Menu.............................................................................32
Advanced Setup......................................................................33
Power Menu...........................................................................39
Security Menu.........................................................................41
Boot Option Menu...................................................................42
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Save & Exit Menu...................................................................43
Updating the BIOS..................................................................44
Chapter 4
T r ouble Shooting 45
Start up problems during assembly ..............................................45
Start up problems after prolong use............................................46
Maintenance and care tips..............................................................46
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...................................................47
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the B75H2-AM2 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1155 socket for 2nd/3rd Generation Intel® Ivy/Sandy Bridge processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
This motherboard is based on Intel® B75 Chipset for best desktop platform solution. B75 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance Hyper-Threading periph­eral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. This motherboard supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600/ 1333/1066 SDRAM. Two PCI slots are supported, fully compliant with PCI rev 2.3 specification at 33MHz. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specifi­cation revision 3.0. In addition, one PCI Express x1 slot is supported, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0 . It also implements two EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) Controller compliant interface for USB 2.0 that provides eight USB 2.0 ports (four USB 2.0 ports at the back panel and two USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports) and an XHCI (Extensible Host Controller Interface) Controller for four USB 3.0 ports (two USB 3.0 ports at the back panel and one USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports).
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS2 mouse and PS2 keyboard connectors, one VGA1 port, one Serial port (COM1), two Display ports, one LAN port, four USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out.
In addition, this motherboard supports one SATA 6.0Gb/s connector and three SATA
3.0Gb/s connectors.
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Feature
Processor
The motherboard uses an LGA1155 type of socket that carries the following features:
Accommodates the 2nd/3rd Generation Intel® Ivy/Sandy Bridge proces­sors
Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
One PCI Express x16 Gen3 port
“Hyper-Threading” technology enables the operating system into thinking it’s hooked up to two processors, allowing two threads to be run in parallel, both on separate “logical” processors within the same physical processor.
Chipset
The Intel B75 Chipset is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance.
Support one PCI Express x1 slot
Integrated one SATA 6.0 Gb/s Host Controller
Integrated three SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
Eight USB 2.0 ports are supported
Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) support
Integrated Graphics Support with PAVP 3.0
Intel® High Definition Audio Controller
Memory
Supports DDR3 1600/1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual-channel ar­chitecture
Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
Up to 4GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB
Audio
5.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
Meets Microsoft Windows Logo Program and Lync audio requirements
All DACs supports 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate
Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT
Direct Sound 3DTM compatible
Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V
LAN
The onboard LAN provides the following features:
Supports PCI ExpressTM 1.1
Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
Fully compliant with IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab
Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
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Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
One PCI Express x16 slot for Graphic Interface
One PCI Express x1 slot
Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
Four SATA connectors (including one SATA 6.0Gb/s connector and three SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors)
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
One LAN port
One Serial port (COM1)
One VGA1 port
Four USB 2.0 ports
Two USB 3.0 ports
Two Display ports
One PS2 keyboard and PS2 mouse connectors
Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out
BIOS Firmware
This motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system features including the following:
Power management
Wake-up alarms
CPU parameters
CPU and memory timing
Graphic parameters
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds.
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 50 °C.
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Specifications
CPU
Chipset Memory
Expansion Slots
Storage
Audio LAN
Rear Panel I/O
Internal I/O Connectors & Headers
LGA1155 socket for 2nd/3rd Generation Intel® Ivy/Sandy Bridge processors
Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
Intel® B75 Chipset
Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
Supports 1600/1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM
1 x PCI Express x16 V3.0 slot
1 x PCI Express x1 slot
2 x PCI slots
Supported by Intel® B75 Express Chipset
-1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s Host Controller
-3 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
Realtek ALC662-VD0-GR
Realtek RTL8111E-VL-CG(no support ASF2.0)
4 x USB 2.0 ports
2 x USB 3.0 ports
1 x VGA1 port
1 x Serial port (COM1)
2 x Display ports
1 x RJ45 LAN connector
1 x PS2 keyboard & PS2 mouse connectors
1 x Audio port (Line in, line out and microphone)
1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector
1 x 4-pin+12V Power connector
1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector
1 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connector
3 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors
1 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connector
1 x Trusted Platform Module header
1 x Front panel switch/LED header
1 x Front panel audio header
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports
1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports
1 x Onboard Serial port header (COM2)
1 x INT_SPK header
1 x Clear CMOS header with jumper
1 x Onboard parallel port header (PRINTER)
1 x ME Disable header with jumper
1 x BIOS flash protect header with jumper
1 x Opened Chassis detective header
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System BIOS
Form Factor
AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM
Supports Plug and Play, S1/ STR (S3) / STD (S4) , Hardware monitor
Supports ACPI & DMI
Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
Micro ATX Size, 244mm x 244mm
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Motherboard Components
Introducing the Motherboard
Table of Motherboard Components
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LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU
2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
3. DIMM1~4 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
4. TPM Trusted Platform Module header
5. PRINTER Onboard pa rallel port header
6. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
7. BZ1 Buzzer
8. USB3F Front panel USB 3.0 connector
9. SATA1 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector
10. SATA3~5 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors
11. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
12. C_INTRUSION Opened Chassis detective header
13. CLR_CMOS Cle ar CMO S header with jumper
14. ME_DISABLE ME Disable header with jumper
15. BIOS_WP BIOS flash protect header with jumper
16. F_USB2 Front panel USB 2.0 header
17. F_USB1 Front panel USB 2.0 header (for card reader)
18. INT_SPK Speaker header
19. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
20. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots
21. PCIE1X_1 PCI Express x1 slot
22. PCIE16Х PCI Express x16 slot
23. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
24. COM2 Onboard serial port header
25. ATX_12V1 Auxiliary 4-pin power connector
Supports the LGA1155 socket for 2 Ivy/Sandy Bridge Processor
(Channel A: DIMM2, DIMM4 Channel B: DIMM1, DIMM3)
nd/3rd
Generation Intel
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This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
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Memo
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid dam­age from static electricity
Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard
Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies with the specifications for the Micro ATX system case. 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.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard.
This motherboard carries a Micro ATX form factor of 244 x 244 mm. Choose a case that accommodates this form factor.
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Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion slots on your motherboard.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin, the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins 1 and 2 are SHORT.
SHORT OPEN
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Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled.
Jumper Settings
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Jumper
CLR_CMOS
ME_DISABLE
BIOS_WP
To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”.
Type
Description Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
3-pin
3-pin
3-pin
Clear CMOS
ME Disable
BIOS Flash Protect
2-3: CLEAR Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to turn off the system.
1-2: NORMAL 2-3: ME disable
1-2: BIOS_WP 2-3: NORMAL
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CLR_CMOS
1
ME_DISABLE
1
BIOS_WP
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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.
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 the settings in the system Setup Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or other components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can perma­nently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
This motherboard has an LGA1155 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.
Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking
When end-users encounter failure after attempting over-clocking, please take the following steps to recover from it.
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Press and hold the “Page Up Key (PgUp)” of the keyboard, and then boot the PC up.
3. Two seconds after the PC boots up, release the “Page Up Key (PgUp)”.
4. The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself.
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CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab.
B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position.
C. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion.
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D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically.
Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.
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E. Aplly some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.
F. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector.
G. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.
1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heatsink instal­lation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
2. DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.
3. Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket.
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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin DDR3 1600/1333/1066. The total memory capacity is 16 GB.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 1066 533 MHz DDR3 1333 667 MHz DDR3 1600 800 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the four slots.
Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SDRAM . 2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down. 3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM.
6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.
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* For reference only
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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.
PCIE16X Slot
PCIE1X_1 Slot
PCI1~2 Slots
The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 3.0.
The PCI Express x1 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.
This motherboard is equipped with two standard PCI slots. PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slot on this board is PCI v2.3 compliant.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation.
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Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the
slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
* For reference only
1. For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using the add-on card.
2. The onboard PCI interface does not support 64-bit SCSI cards.
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Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices:
F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header
The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers, please set as below picture.
For HD Front Audio
Pin Description
1 Left channel microphone input signal
3 Right channel microphone input signal
5 Right channel to front panel
7 Analog ground
9 Left channel to front panel
Pin Description
2 Analog groud
4 HD Panel sensor detect
6 Microphone sensor detect
8 No pi n
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Line-in sensor detect
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COM2 : Onboard serial port header
Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a second serial port to your system.
Pin Signal Name Function
1 DCD Data Carrier Detect
2 SIN Serial Input
3 SOUT Serial Output
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 GND Ground 6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 RTS Request to Send 8 CTS Clear to Send 9 RI Ring Indicator
10 Key No pin
PRINTER: Onboard parallel port header
This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 STROBE 14 ALF
2 PD0 15 ERROR
3 PD1 16 INIT
4 PD2 17 SLCTIN
5 PD3 18 Ground 6 PD4 19 Ground
7 PD5 20 Ground 8 PD6 21 Ground 9 PD7 22 Ground
10 ACK 23 Ground
11 BUSY 24 Ground 12 PE 25 Ground
13 SLCT 26 Key
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SAT A1: Serial A T A 6.0Gb/s connector
This connector is used to support the Serial ATA devices for the highest data transfer rates (6.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It doubles the transfer rate of current SATA 3.0Gb/s interface.
Pin Signal Name
1 Ground 2 TX+
3 TX- 4 Ground
5 RX- 6 RX+ 7 Ground - -
Pin Signal Name
SA TA3~5: Serial A T A 3.0Gb/s connectors
These connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s devices, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintians register compatibility and sofeware compatibility with Prallel ATA.
Pin Signal Name
1 Ground 2 TX+
3 TX- 4 Ground
5 RX- 6 RX+ 7 Ground - -
Pin Signal Name
C_INTRUSION: Opened Chassis detective header
This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with intrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.
Pin Signal Name
1 Case open
2 GND
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F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 header
The motherboard has two USB2.0 headers supporting four USB 2.0 ports. Addition­ally, some computer cases have USB 2.0 ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.
Pin Signal Name Function
1 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power
2 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power
3 DATA12- USB Port 12 Negative Signal
4 DATA13- USB Port 13 Negative Signal
5 DATA12+ USB Port 12 Positive Signal 6 DATA13+ USB Port 13 Positive Signal
7 GND Ground 8 GND Ground 9 NC Not connected
10 USB DET USB DET
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Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indi­cated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang­up.
TPM: Trusted Platform Module header
Trusted platform module (TPM) is a published specification detailing a microcontroller that can store secured information, and implementations of that specification.
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 LCLK 11 LAD0
2 GND 12 GND
3 LFRAME# 13 RSV0
4 KEY 14 RSV1
5 LRESET# 15 3VSB 6 VCC5 16 SERIRQ
7 LAD3 17 GND 8 LAD2 18 CLKRUN# 9 VCC 3.3 19 LPCPD#
10 LAD1 20 RSV2
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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.
Pin Signal Name
1 VBUS0 2 SSRX0-
3 SSRX0+ 4 GND
5 SSTX0- 6 SSTX0+ 7 GND 8 D0-
9 D0+ 10 NC 11 D1+ 12 D1- 13 GND 14 SSTX1+ 15 SSTX1- 16 GND 17 SSRX1+ 18 SSRX1- 19 VBUS1 20 KEY
Pin Signal Name
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Installing a SATA Hard Drive
This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.
About SA TA Connectors
Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard inter­face for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.
Installing Serial A T A Hard Drives
To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.
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SATA cable (optional)
Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:
1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard. 2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive. 3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the
other end to the power supply.
* For reference only
This motherboard supports the “Hot-Plug” function.
SATA power cable (optional)
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Connecting I/O Devices
The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports:
PS2 Mouse Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 pointing device.
PS2 Keyboard Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
Serial port (COM1)
VGA1 Port
USB 2.0 Ports
LAN Port
USB 3.0 Ports
Display1/2 Ports
Audio Ports
Use the COM1 port to connect the serial devices such as mice or fax/modems.
Use the VGAI port to connect the monitor. Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.
Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.
You can connect the display devices to the display ports.
You can switch over the display 1 port by dongle.
Use the three audio ports to connect audio devices. The first jack is for stereo line-in singal. The second jack is for stereo line-out singal. The third jack is for microphone.
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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 system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. 2 Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. 3 Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. 4 Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL. 5 Connect the case speaker cable to INT_SPK. 6 Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V.
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Connecting 24-pin power cable
The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.
With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX1 match perfectly.
24-pin power cable
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Connecting 4-pin power cable
The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V match perfectly.
4-pin power cable
CPU_FAN: CPU cooling F AN Power Connector
Pin Signal Name Function
1 GND System Ground 2 +12V Power +12V 3 Sense Sensor
4 PWM Control
Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of
1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.
SYS_FAN: System Cooling F AN Power Connectors
Pin Signal Name Function
1 GND System Ground 2 +12V Power +12V 3 Sense Sensor
4 PWM Control
A TX_POWER: A TX 24-pin Power Connector
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V
2 +3.3V 14 -12V 3 COM 15 COM
4 +5V 16 PS_ON
5 COM 17 COM
6 +5V 18 COM 7 COM 19 COM 8 PWR OK 20 -5V
9 +5VSB 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V 11 +12V 23 +5V
12 +3.3V 24 COM
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A TX12V: A TX 12V Power Connector
Pin Signal Name
1 Ground
2 Ground
3 +12V
4 +12V
INT_SPK: Internal speaker
Pin Signal NamePin Signal Name
1 Output_L 2 GND
3 Output_R 4 Ground
5 GND 6 GND
7 N/A 8 VCC
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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:
Pin Signal Function Pin Signal Function
1 VCC 5V 2 GLED0 MSG LED 3 HDD_LED Hard disk LED 4 GLED1 MSG LED 5 GN D Ground 6 PWRSW POWER SWITCH 7HWRST_L Reset 8 GND GROUND
9 F_PANEL _D ET
11 NC Re served 12 VCC 5V 13 NC Reserved 14 F_PANEL_LED
* MSG LED (dual color or single color)
FRONT PANEL
DETECT
10 KEY NO PIN
FRONT PANEL
LED
Hard Drive Activity LED
Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.
Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED
Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.
Reset Switch
Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a 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.
Installing the Motherboard
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.
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This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.
The Standard Configuration
A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future.
This Setup Utility should be used:
when changing the system configuration
when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make changes to the Setup Utility
when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts
when making changes to the Power Management configuration
when changing the password or making other changes to the Security Setup
Entering the Setup Utility
When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears:
Press DEL to enter SETUP
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Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.
BIOS Setup Utility
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
System BIOS Version A010WB0 Build Date 03/30/2012 Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770S CPU @ 3.10GHz Core Frequency 3.10 GHz Count 4 Memory Size 2048 MB Product Name f Vampire 2 System Serial Number Asset Tag Number
System Date [Sun 01/01/2012]
System Time [12:00:16]
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Set the Date. Use T ab to switch between Data elements.
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
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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 default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.
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BIOS Navigation Keys
The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:
KEY FUNCTION
ESC Discard changes and Exit Setup
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+/-/Spacebar Modifies the selected field’s values
Enter Select
F7 Load User default Settings F8 Save as User Default Settings F9 Load default Settings
F10 Save & Exit
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.
Scrolls through the items on a menu
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Main Menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the main menu appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press <Enter> to display the submenu.
BIOS Setup Utility
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
System BIOS Version A010WB0 Build Date 03/30/2012 Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770S CPU @ 3.10GHz Core Frequency 3.10 GHz Count 4 Memory Size 2048 MB Product Name f Vampire 2 System Serial Number Asset T ag Number
System Date [Sun 01/01/2012]
System Time [12:00:16]
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System Serial Number
This item shows the information of system serial number.
Asset Tag Number
This item shows the information of system asset tag number.
System Date & Time
The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.
Set the Date. Use T ab to switch between Data elements.
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
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Advanced Menu
This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer.
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
Miscellaneous
Advanced Chipset Configuration Integrated Peripherals PC Health Status
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Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
SAT A Port1
SAT A Port3 SAT A Port4 SAT A Port5
Clock to All DIMM/PCI/PCIE [Disabled] Spread Spectrum [Enabled]
Processor Multiplier 3 1
Bootup Num-lock [On] USB Beep Message [Disabled]
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BIOS Setup Utility
BIOS Setup Utility
Miscellanenous Configuration.
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
SAT A Port1
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F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
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SATA PORT1, SATA PORT3~5
This motherboard supports four SATA channels and each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the IDE channel.
Clock to All DIMM/PCI/PCIE (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the Clock to all DIMM/PCI/PCIE.
Spread Spectrum (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable system Spread Spectrum function, EMI (Electro­Magnetic Interface) will reduce if this item is enabled.
Processor Multiplier (31)
This item shows the information of the processor multiplier.
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Bootup Num-Lock (On)
This item determines if the Num Lock key is active or inactive at system start-up time.
USB Beep Message (Disabled)
This item disables/enables the beep during USB device enumeration.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Advanced Chipset Configuration
This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer.
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
Intel EIST [Enabled]
Intel Turbo Boost [Enabled] Intel AES-NI [Disabled] Intel XD Bit [Enabled] Intel VT [Enabled] Primary Video [Auto] Video Memory Size [32MB]
DVMT Mode [DVMT]
DVMT Memory Size [256MB]
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Enabled/Disabled Intel SpeedStep
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
Intel EIST (Enabled)
This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST(Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology).
Intel Turbo Boost (Enabled)
This item enables or disables Intel Turbo Boost.
Intel AES-NI (Disabled)
This item allows users to enable or disable the Intel AES-NI.
Intel XD Bit (Enabled)
This item allows users to enable or disable the Intel XD Bit.
Intel VT (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel VT function.
Primary Video (Auto)
This item indicates the primary video device setting.
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Video Memory Size (32MB) *
This item applies to chipset/motherboards capable of the HyperMemory Support.
DVMT Mode (DVMT) *
DVMT is Dynamic Video Memory Technology. This item shows the Mode of DVMT.
DVMT Memory Size (256MB) *
When set to DVMT Mode, the graphics chip will dynamically allocate system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.
* These items will be hidden when Onboard Graphics Controller is set
to be disabled or there is no Onboard Graphics Controller.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
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Integrated Peripherals
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This page sets up some parameters for peripheral devices connected to the system.
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
Onboard SAT A Controller [Enabled]
Onboard SAT A Mode [Native IDE] Onboard USB Controller [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Enabled] USB Storage Emulation [Auto]
Onboard Graphics Controller [Enabled]
Onboard Audio Controller [Enabled] Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled] Onboard LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8,IRQ4] Serial Port2 Address [2F8,IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
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BIOS Setup Utility
Onboard SAT A Controller.
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
Onboard SATA Controller (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the onboard SATA controller.
Onboard SATA Mode (Native IDE)
Use this item to select the mode of the Serial ATA.
Onboard USB Controller (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the onboard USB controller. We recommend users keep the default value.
Legacy USB Support (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Disabling it might cause the USB devices not to work properly.
USB Storage Emulation (Auto)
If Auto, USB device equal or less than 2GB will be emulated as Floppy and remaining as hard drive. Forced FDD option can be used to force a HDD formatted drive to boot as FDD (Ex. ZIP drive).
Onboard Graphics Controller (Enabled)
This item indicates the status of the onboard graphics controller.
Onboard Audio Controller (Enabled)
This item enables or disables the onboard audio controller.
Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)
This option allows you to control the onboard LAN device.
Onboard LAN Option ROM (Disabled)
This item enables or disables the onboard LAN option ROM function.
Serial Port1 Address (3F8, IRQ4)
Use this item to enable or disable the onboard COM1 serial port, and to assign a port address.
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Serial Port2 Address (2F8, IRQ3)
Use this item to enable or disable the onboard parallel port, and to assign a port address.
Parallel Port Address (378)
Use this item to enable or disable the onboard COM2 serial port, and to assign a port address.
Parallel Port Mode (Normal)
Use this item to select the parallel port mode. You can select Normal (Standard Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), or Bpp (Bi-Directional Parallel Port).
Parallel Port IRQ (IRQ7)
Use this item to assign IRQ to the parallel port.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
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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.
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
CPU T emperature (DTS) : 43 System Ambient T emperature : 32°C/89°F PCH T emperature : 43 CPU Fan Speed : 1555 RPM System Fan Speed : N/A CPU Core : 0.972 V +1.05V : 1.056V +3.30V : 3.366V +5.00V : 5.180V +12.0V : 12.168V 5VSB : 5.100V
System Shutdown T emperature [Disabled]
CPU Shutdown Temperature [Disabled] Smart Fan [Enabled]
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BIOS Setup Utility
System Shutdown T emperature
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
CPU Temperature (DTS)
This item shows the CPU DTS data for thermal reference.
System Ambient Temperature
This item shows the system Ambient temperature.
System Component Characteristics
These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as System & CPU temperature, CPU voltage, CPU & system fan speed...etc.
CPU Temperature (DTS)
System Ambient Temperature
PCH Temperature
CPU Fan Speed
System Fan Speed
CPU Core
+ 1.05V
+ 3.30V
+ 5.00 V
+ 12.0V
5VSB
System Shutdown Temperature (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to set the shutdown temperature of the System.
CPU Shutdown Temperature (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to set the shutdown temperature of the CPU.
Smart Fan (Enabled)
This item enables or disables the smart fan function.
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Power Menu
This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
ACPI Aware O/S [Y es]
ACPI Suspend Mode [S3(STR)]
Deep Power off Mode [Disabled] Power on by RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power on by PCIE Devices [Enabled] Power on by PCI Devices [Enabled] Power on by Modem Ring [Disabled] Power on by Onboard LAN [Enabled] Wake up by USB KB/Mouse [Enabled] Restore On AC Power Loss [Off]
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ACPI Adware O/S (Yes)
This item supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface). Use this item to enable ACPI feature.
ACPI Suspend Mode [S3(STR)]
Use this item to define how your system suspends. In the default, S3(STR), the suspend mode is suspend to RAM, i.e., the system shuts down with the exception of a refresh current to the system memory.
Deep Power off Mode (Disabled)
This item allows users to enable or disable the Deep Power off Mode.
Power on by RTC Alarm (Disabled)
This system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system RTC (realtime clock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.
Power on by PCIE Devices (Enabled)
This system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCIE LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCIE card.
Power on by PCI Devices (Enabled)
This system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call through the PCI device connected. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI device.
BIOS Setup Utility
Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed.
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F8: Save as User Default Settings F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
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Power on by Modem Ring (Disabled)
This system can be turned off with a software commend. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the Modem. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.
Power on by Onboard LAN (Enabled)
Enabled or Disabled Wake up System by Onboard LAN.
Wake up by USB KB/Mouse (Enabled)
This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard or mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.
Restore On AC Power Loss (Off)
This item defines how the system will act after AC power loss during system operation. When you set Off, it will keep the system in Off state until the power button is pressed.
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Security Menu
This page enables you to set setup administrator and password.
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Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed HDD Password : Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password [Press Enter]
Change HDD Password [Press Enter]
Current TCM Status NO TCM Hardware
Removable Device Boot [Enabled ] Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] BIOS Write Protect [Disabled]
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BIOS Setup Utility
Valid Keys: (1)a-z (A-Z) non case sensitive (2)0, 1-9 (3)11 special keys:’-=[]\;’,./ (4)key pad: 0-9 support and /*-+.(5 special keys) (5)Only support scan code
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
Supervisor Password (Not Installed)
This item indicates whether a supervisor password has been set. If the password has been installed, Installed displays. If not, Not Installed displays.
User Password (Not Installed)
This item indicates whether a user password has been set. If the password has been installed, Installed displays. If not, Not Installed displays.
HDD Password (Not Installed)
This item indicates whether a HDD password has been set. If the password has been installed, Installed displays. If not, Not Installed displays.
Change Supervisor Password (Press Enter)
You can select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub menu. You can use the sub menu to change the supervisor password.
Change HDD Password (Press Enter)
When the system is cold boot, you can select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub menu to change the HDD password.
Removable Device Boot (Enabled)
This item enables or disables support the boot from USB mass storage devices.
Boot Sector Virus Protection (Disabled)
Enabled or disabled writes to Hard Disk Sector 0.
BIOS Write Protect (Disabled)
Use this item you can enable or disable the BIOS Write Protect.
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Boot Menu
This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
Boot Priority Order 1st Boot Device [CD&DVD] 2nd Boot Device [Removable Device:ai...]
3rd Boot Device [Hard Disk : Hitachi...] 4th Boot Device [LAN] 5th Boot Device [EFI Device]
EFI Device Priority [Press Enter] Hard Disk Drive Priority [Press Enter] Optical Disk Drive priority [Press Enter] Removable Device Priority [Press Enter] Network Device Priority [Press Enter]
Quiet Boot [Enabled] Halt On [All, but keyboard]
BIOS Setup Utility
Boot Priority Order.
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F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
Boot Configuration
This item.
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Boot Priority Order
This item enables you to set boot priority order.
1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th Boot Device
Use these items to determine the device order the computer uses to look for an operating system to load at start-up time.
EFI / Hard Disk / Optical Disk / Removable / Network Drive Priorities (Press Enter)
These items enable you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system. Press <Enter> to see the submenu.
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Save & Exit Menu
This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes.
Main Advanced Power Security Boot Options Exit
Save & Exit Setup
Discard Changes and Exit Setup Save Changes Discard Change Load Default Settings Save as User Default Settings Load User Default Settings
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Save & Exit Setup
This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and exit.
Discard Changes and Exit Setup
Use this item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and exit.
Save Changes
Use this item enables you to save the changes that you have made.
Discard Changes
Use this item enables you to discard any changes that you have made.
Load Default Settings
Use this item enables you to restore the system defaults.
Save as User Default Settings
Use this item enables you to save the changes that you have made as user defaults.
Load User Default Settings
Use this item enables you to restore user defaults.
BIOS Setup Utility
Exit system setup after saving the changes
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F7: Load User default Settings
F8: Save as User Default Settings
F9: Load Default Settings
F10: Save & Exit Setup
ESC: Discard changes and Exit Setup
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If you have made settings that you do not want to save, use the “Discard Changes and Exit” item and select [OK] to discard any changes you have made.
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Updating the BIOS
You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Web site. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improve­ments in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:
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 the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first.)
6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the file
name of the new BIOS and then press <Enter>. Example: AFUDOS.EXE
040706.ROM
7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the
computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.
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Chapter 4
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. Check that the ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.
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b) Power is on, fans are running but there is no display
1. Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC.
2. Check the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly.
3. Listen for beep sounds. If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is connected. a. continuous 3 short beeps: memory not detected b. 1 long beep and 8 short beeps: VGA not detected
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c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.
1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Ensure the CPU fan is working properly.
2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.
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 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.
Maintenance and care tips
Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.
1. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.
2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and areas of high moisture content.
3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.
4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.
5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.
6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.
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tekcos llaw ot tcennoc ro
hctiws USP no nruT
.tratser dna
No
M SOC RLC tratser dna
?no denrut si hctiws USP dna
deulp si droc rewop CA gg
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart
AMR tcatnoc >- melborp draob fI
?draob ro USP htiw melborP
seY
melborp draoB
AMR tcatnoc >-
.gn
es SOIB yfidom re
ts ot liaf metsyS elbatsnu ro tra
No
a
kcehc dna SOMC RLC
rewop V21 UPC fi
detcennoc si
CP eht tratseR
No
dnuos peeB ynA
ylreporp ton yromeM
seY
connuous one long beep: fI -
rotinom fi kcehC
yalpsid sah
f one long beep and two short
error yromem ro detresni
VGA not Installed or VGA Error
beeps then repeat:
I -
seY
eussi ecived larehpireP
,rorre putes SOMC-
.melborp DDH-
No
desserp si no
.trats ot sliaf CP tub
uB rewoP
ylppuS rewoP fi kcehC
gnikrow si )USP(
tinU
No
h rotinom fi kcehC sa
seY
yalp
sid
No
neercs TSOP ta tlaH
seY
seY
AMR tcatnoc ,liaf fI
OMC RL dna SC tser .tra
d .SOMCRLC ot een
48
Memo
Trouble Shooting
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