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Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
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and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for
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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.
The manual consists of the following:
Describes features of the
motherboard.
H
page 1
Describes installation of
motherboard components.
H
page 7
H
page 27
H
page 67
Installing the Motherboard
Introducing the Motherboard
Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.
Chapter 5
Describes the motherboard
software.
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Limits and methods of mesurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment
EN 55022
EN 61000-3-2
Disturbances in supply systems caused
EN 61000-3-3
Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appliances and similar electrical equipment “ Voltage fluctuations”
EN 55024
Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristicsLimits and methods of measurement
EN 60950
Safety for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment
CE marking
About the Manual
This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:
Chapter 4
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Using the Motherboard Software
Trouble Shooting
Provides basic trouble
shooting tips.
Chapter 6
ATI CrossFireXTM Technology
Support
Describes the ATI Crossfire
TM
Technology
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Chapter 2 7
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions.............................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis......................................7
Checking Jumper Settings.................................................................8
Installing Hardware..................................................................9
Installing the Processor.............................................................9
Installing the CPU Cooler.........................................................11
Installing Memory Modules....................................................12
Installing Add-on Cards...........................................................13
Connecting Optional Devices..................................................15
Installing a SATA Hard Drive...................................................21
Connecting Case Components.......................................................22
Front Panel Header.................................................................25
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface i
Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction...................................................................................1
Pakage Contents............................................................................1
Specifications................................................................................2
Motherboard Components..........................................................4
I/O Ports..............................................................................................6
Chapter 3 27
Using BIOS 27
About the Setup Utility................................................................27
The Standard Configuration....................................................27
Entering the Setup Utility........................................................27
Resetting the Default CMOS Values.....................................28
Using BIOS.......................................................................................28
BIOS Navigation Keys..............................................................29
Main Menu.............................................................................30
Advanced Menu......................................................................31
Chipset Menu..........................................................................46
M.I.B. III(MB Intelligent BIOS III) Menu..................................54
Boot Menu...............................................................................63
Security Menu..........................................................................64
Exit Menu................................................................................65
Updating the BIOS..........................................................................66
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Chapter 4 67
Using the Motherboard Software 67
Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8......................................67
Running Setup.........................................................................67
Manual Installation..........................................................................69
ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility).....................................69
Chapter 6 75
Trouble Shooting 75
Start up problems during assembly..............................................75
Start up problems after prolong use............................................76
Maintenance and care tips..............................................................76
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...................................................77
Chapter 5 71
ATI CrossFireXTM Technology Support 71
Requirements....................................................................................71
Installing CrossFireXTM graphics cards......................................71
The CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box...................................73
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the B85H3-A3 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150 socket
for Intel® 4th Generation CoreTM Family processors.
This motherboard is based on Intel® B85 Express Chipset for best desktop platform
solution. It supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600/
1333 MHz. One PCI Express x16 Gen3 slot (Gray slot) and one PCI Express x16 Gen2
slot (Black slot runs at x4 mode) are supported, intended for Graphics Interface. In
addition, two PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots and two PCI v2.3 slots are for extending
usage.
It integrates USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interface, supporting up to eight USB 2.0 ports (four
USB 2.0 ports at rear panel and two USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0
ports) and four USB 3.0 ports (two USB 3.0 ports at the rear 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 PS/2 Keyboard & PS/2 Mouse connectors, one VGA port, one DVI port, one
HDMI (or DP) port, four USB 2.0 ports, one RJ45 LAN connector, two USB 3.0 ports and
audio jacks for line-in, line-out and microphone.
In addition, this motherboard supports four SATA 6Gb/s and two SATA 3Gb/s connec-
tors for expansion.
Your motherboard package ships with the following items:
Package Contents
B85H3-A3 Motherboard
Quick Installation Guide
User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
2 SATA 6G with latch Cables
The package contents above are for reference only, please take the actual package items as
standard.
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CPU
Specifications
• Intel® B85 ChipsetChipset
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR3 1600/1333 MHz SDRAM
Memory
• Supported by Intel® B85 Express Chipset
- 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s devices
- 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s devices
Expansion
Slots
Storage
• 1 x PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse connectors
• 1 x VGA port
• 1 x DVI port
• 1 x HDMI (or DP) port
Rear Panel I/O
• Realtek ALC662 6-Ch High Definition audio CODEC
- Compliant with HD audio specification
Audio
• LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation CoreTM Family
processors
• Supports CPU up to 95W TDP
Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list.
Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.
ATI CrossFireX
TM
Technology
• Supports AMD CrossFireXTM Technology
- The PCIEX16_S (black color of PCIE x16 slot) supports PCI
Express Gen2 running at X4 mode
• 1 x PCI Express x16 Gen3 slot (Gray)
• 1 x PCI Express x16 Gen2 slot (Run x4 mode- Black, PCIEX16_S)*
• 2 x PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots
• 2 x PCI v2.3 slots
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector
• 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
• 1 x 4-pin PWR_FAN connector
• 1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector
• 1 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connector
• 1 x 4-pin NB_FAN connector
• 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
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors, 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front Panel audio header
• 1 x COM header
• 1 x USBPWR_R1 jumper
• 1 x USBPWR_R jumper
Note: *Support ATI CrossFireX (PCIEX16_S slot running PCIE Gen2
x4 Mode).
• Realtek RTL8111G Gigabit LanLAN
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 2 x USB 3.0 ports
• 1 x Audio port (1 x line-in, 1 x line-out, 1 x microphone)
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• AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM
• Supports Plug and Play, STR (S3)/ STD(S4), Hardware Monitor
• Supports ACPI & DMI
• Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
• F7 hot key for boot up devices option
• Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)
• Supports Triple Dispaly (Three independent displays)
• Supports EZ BIOS (1024X768 resolution, GUI UEFI)
• Supports Multi-Language
• Supports AC’97/HD Audio auto detect (default)
System BIOS
• ATX Size, 305mm x 190mmForm Factor
• ECS Exclusive AP: Supports eBLU*1/eDLU/eSF*
1
• 3rd Party Bundled software: Cyberlink MediaSuite*2/Norton*2/
Muzee*
2
AP/Bundled
Software
Support
Note: *1Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
*2Free bundle software including ECS DVD: Cyberlink
• 1 x USBPWR_F1 jumper
MediaSuite/Norton/Muzee/Sound Blaster Cinema.
• 1 x USBPWR_F jumper
/Sound Blaster Cinema*
2
• 1 x Parallel port header (LPT)
• 1 x Speaker header
• 1 x CLR_CMOS jumper
• 1 x Case open header
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Motherboard Components
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Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket
LGA1150 socket for Intel
®
4th Generation CoreTM Family processors
2. PWR_FAN 4-pin Power cooling fan connector
3. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector
4. DDR3_1~2 240-pin DDR3 Module slots
5. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
6. NB_FAN 4-pin Northbridge cooling fan connector
7. USB 3F Front USB 3.0 header
8. USBPWR_F1 Front panel USB power select jumper
9. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
10. PCIEX16_S PCI Expressx1 Gen2 slot
11. SATA5~6 Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors
12. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
13. SATA1~4 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
14. CASE CASE open header
15. F_USB1~2 Front panel USB 2.0 headers
16. USBPWR_F Front panel USB power select jumper
17. COM Onboard serial port header
18. LPT Parallel port header
19. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
20. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
21. PCI1~2 32-bit PCI add-on card slots
22. SPK Speaker header
23. PCIE1~2 PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots
24. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 Gen3 slot for graphics interface
25. SYS_FAN 4-pin system cooling fan connector
26. USBPWR_R1 Rear USB3LAN power select jumper
27. USBPWR_R Rear USB/PS2 power select jumper
28. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector
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I/O Ports
1. PS/2 Mouse (green)
Use the upper PS/2 port to connect the PS/2 Mouse.
3. VGA Port
Connect your monitor to the VGA port.
4. DVI Port
Connect your monitor to the DVI port.
5. HDMI (or DP)
You can connect the display device to the HDMI (or DP) port.
Link LED
LAN Port
8. USB 3.0 Ports
Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.
2. PS/2 Keyboard (purple)
Use the lower PS/2 port to connect the PS/2 Keyboard.
6. USB 2.0 Ports
Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.
7. LAN Port
Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
LAN LED Status Description
OFF No d ata
Orange blinking Active
OFF No link
Green Link
Activity LED
Link LED
9. Line-in(blue)
It can be connected to an external CD/DVD player, Tape player or other audio
devices for audio input.
10. Line-out(lime)
It is used to connect to speakers or headphones.
11. Microphone(pink)
It is used to connect to a microphone.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
2-1. Safety Precautions
2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis
This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 x 190 mm. Choose a chassis that
accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the chassis
matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most system
chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds to the
holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and
secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard:
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage
from static electricity.
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded
object before working on the motherboard.
• Leave components in the static-proof bags.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power
outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware
components.
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
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The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
2-3. Checking Jumper Settings
1. 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”.
2. Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before selecting
the 5VSB function.
3. It is required that users place the USBPWR_F1 & USBPWR_F & USBPWR_R1
& USBPWR_R cap onto 2-3 pin rather than 1-2 pin as default if you want to
wake up the computer by USB/PS2 KB/Mouse.
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2-4. Installing Hardware
2-4-1. Installing the Processor
• This motherboard has an LGA1150 socket.
• When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of
the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed
and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal
cache memory and external cache memory.
• You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We
strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.
• The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. 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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A. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the
heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.
B. 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.
C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.
2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler
• Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the
motherboard and processor socket.
• Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the
clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
• To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you
use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied.
The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
• DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.
• Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket.
• The following illustration shows how to install CPU fan.
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2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules
• This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support
two 240-pin DDR3 1600/1333 MHz.
• Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until
you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only
by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear
a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
• You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. Total memory
capacity is 16 GB.
• Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
C. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the
DIMM.
A. Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
B. Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge
connector match the notches in the DIMM slot.
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2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards
The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect
them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the
motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can
increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks
that are not part of the basic system.
PCIEX16 Slot
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.
This motherboard is equipped with two standard PCI slots. PCI
stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a bus
standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a
supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slots on this
board are PCI v2.3 compliant.
PCI1~2 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 x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express
Base Specification revision 2.0.
PCIE1~2 Slots
PCIEX16_S Slot
This slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification
revision 2.0 which runs at x4 mode.
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Install the VGA Card in the PCIE X16 slot
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.
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.
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card:
Install the VGA Card in the PCI slot
Install the LAN Card in the PCIE X1 slot
2. The onboard PCI interface does not support 64-bit SCSI cards.
Recommend add_on card configuration
PCIEX16 PCIEX16_S
SPEC PCI-E Running x16 mode PCI-E Running x4 mode
Color
Gray Black
1 Graphic Card (VGA card) Populated ~
PCIEX16 Slots
Model
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2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional
devices:
No. Components No. Components
1USB3F5COM
2 SATA1~4 & SATA5~6 6 LPT
3 CASE 7 SPDIFO
4 F_USB1~28 F_AUDIO
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SATA1~4 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s device, and SATA5~6
connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s device, 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.
2. SATA1~4 & 5~6: Serial ATA connectors
1. 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.
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.
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3. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header
This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis
equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.
The motherboard has two USB 2.0 headers supporting four USB 2.0 ports. 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.
4. F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers
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.
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This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.
6. LPT: Onboard parallel port header
5. COM: Onboard serial port header
Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your
system.
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This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface)
output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.
7. SPDIFO: SPDIF out 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 AC’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers,
please set as below picture.
8. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header
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If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “ Using Front Jack Detect ” . If you
use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Using Front Jack Detect ”.
* For reference only
If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Disabled Front Panel
Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Disabled Front Panel
Detect ” .
* For reference only
AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to
support AC97 Audio mode.
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2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive
About SATA 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.
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.
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
Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives
This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.
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No. Components No. Components
1PWR_FAN 5 SPK
2 CPU_FAN 6 SYS_FAN
3ATX_POWER7 NB_FAN
4 F_PANEL 8 ATX12V
After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the
motherboard components. Refer to the following:
2-4-7. Connecting Case Components
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1. CPU_FAN (CPU cooling FAN Power Connector) & 2. PWR_FAN (Power Cooling FAN Power Connector) & 6. SYS_FAN (System Cooling FAN Power Connector) & 7. NB_FAN (Northbridge Cooling FAN Power Connector)
Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN.
Connect the power cooling fan connector to PWR_FAN.
Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A
~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.
Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
Connect the northbridge cooling fan connector to NB_FAN.
3. ATX_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & 8. ATX12V (ATX 12V Power
Connector)
Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER.
Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V.
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The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.
With ATX v2.x power supply, users please
note that when installing 24-pin power
cable, the latches of power cable and the
ATX match perfectly.
Connecting 24-pin power cable
24-pin power cable
The ATX12V4P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
When installing 4-pin power cable, the
latches of power cable and the ATX12V4P
match perfectly.
Connecting 4-pin power cable
4-pin power cable
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Hard Drive Activity LED
Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that
data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly,
an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also
show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.
Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED
Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides
power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.
Reset Switch
Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and
runs POST.
Power Switch
Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at
least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is
due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least
two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.
4. F_PANEL: Front Panel Header
The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers
commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:
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Connect the case speaker cable to SPK.
5. SPK: Speaker header
This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.
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About the Setup Utility
The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for
Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup
instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS.
The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information
when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is
configured with the values you stored in CMOS.
The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:
The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before
using the Setup Utility, ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options.
This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.
The Standard Configuration
A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the
future.
This Setup Utility should be used:
• when changing the system configuration
• when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make
changes to the Setup Utility
• when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts
• when making changes to the Power Management configuration
• when changing the password or making other changes to the Security
Setup
Entering the Setup Utility
When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines.
POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines
are completed, the following message appears:
Press DEL to enter SETUP
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals
• Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
• Power Management features
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Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.
Using BIOS
When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the
Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates
which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight
to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing
<Enter>.
Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to
execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.
Some options (marked with an icon
) lead to submenus that enable you to change
the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the
submenu.
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.
Choose the system default
language
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
BIOS Information
System Language English
System Date Mon 05/27/2013
System Time 00:13:51
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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.
BIOS Navigation Keys
The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:
KEY FUNCTION
Scrolls through the items on a menu
+/- Change Opt.
F2 Previous Value
F3 Optimized Defaults
F1 General Help
ESC Exits the current menu
Enter Select
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are
denoted by an icon .
F4 Save & Exit
1. For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture
reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The
BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may
differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture’s website for
updated manual.
2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click : select
item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit.
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Main Menu
System Date & Time
The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are
running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make
changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.
System Language (English)
This item is used to set system language.
This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system
language, date and time.
Choose the system default
language
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
BIOS Information
System Language English
System Date Mon 05/27/2013
System Time 00:13:51
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The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other
system.
Advanced Menu
LAN Configuration
Parameters
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
LAN Configuration
PC Health Status
Power Management Setup
PCI Express Configuration
ACPI Settings
CPU Configuration
SAT A Configuration
USB Configuration
Super IO Configuration
Intel(R) Rapid Start T echnology
Intel(R) Smart Connect T echnology
Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration
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LAN Configuration
The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable Onboard LAN controller.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
LAN Configuration
Onboard LAN Controller Enabled
Enabled/Disabled Onboard
LAN Controller
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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.
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Smart Fan Function
CPU Smart Fan/System Smart Fan/Power Smart Fan Control (Enabled)
These items enable you to define the CPU smart fun/system smart fan/power smart
fan by smartly adjusting the CPU smart fan/system smart fan/power smart fan. When
it is set at certain temperature, the CPU smart fan/system smart fan/power smart
fan PWM value will change accordingly.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
CPU T emperature (DTS) : 4 3
System T emperature : 33OC
CPU Fan Speed : 3199RPM
System Fan Speed : 0 RPM
Power Fan Speed : 0 RPM
NB Fan Speed : 0 RPM
Processor Input Voltage : 1.728V
DIMM Voltage : 1.500V
TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) 7 5
Smart Fan Function
PC Health Status
Enable CPU SmartFan
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
CPU Smart Fan Control Enabled
Smart Fan Mode Normal
Smart Fan start PWM value 180
Smart Fan start PWM TEMP(DTS) 45
DeltaT +3
Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10 PWM value/unit
CPU Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) 52
System Smart Fan Control Enabled
Smart Fan Mode Normal
Smart Fan start PWM value 180
Smart Fan start PWM TEMP(DTS) 45
DeltaT +3
Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10 PWM value/unit
System Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) 52
Power Smart Fan Control Enabled
Smart Fan Mode Normal
Smart Fan start PWM value 180
Smart Fan start PWM TEMP(DTS) 45
DeltaT +3
Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10 PWM value/unit
Power Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) 52
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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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 (180)
Smart Fan start PWM TEMP (DTS) (45)
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 (10 PWM value/unit)
This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan.
This item is used to set the CPU fan/System fan/Power fan full speed offset value.
CPU Fan/System Fan/Power Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) (52)
Press <Esc> to return to the PC Health Status page.
• CPU Temperature (DTS)
• System Temperature
• CPU Fan Speed
• System Fan Speed
• Power Fan Speed
• NB Fan Speed
• Processor Input Voltage
• DIMM Voltage
System Component Characteristics
These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events,
such as CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & System fan speed...etc.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
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Power Management Setup
This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.
Resume By PME (Disabled)
The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the
system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI/PCI-E
Modem or PCI/PCI-E LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this
feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI/PCI-E card.
Resume By USB (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the USB device wakeup function from S3
mode.
EUP Function (Enabled)
This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support.
Resume By RING (Disabled)
An input signal on the serial Ring Indicator (RI) line (in other words, an incoming call
on the modem) awakens the system from a soft off state.
Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)
This item shows the type of the Power LED.
Resume By PS2 MS (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system
from power saving mode.
Resume By PS2 KB (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system
from power saving mode.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
About Resume by Ring
Resume By RING
Resume By PME Disabled
Resume By USB Disabled
Resume By PS2 KB Disabled
Resume By PS2 MS
Resume By RTC Alarm Disabled
EUP Function
Power LED Type
Disabled
Disabled
Enabled
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Resume By RTC Alarm (Disabled)
The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item,
the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system’s RTC
(realtime clock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the wakeup alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.
Power Management Setup
Dual Color LED
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PCI Express Configuration
The item in the menu shows the information of PCI Express Configuration.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
NB PCI Express Configuration
PCI Express 16X Speed
PCI Express Configuration
PCIE1
PCIe Speed
PCIE 2
PCIe Speed
PCI Express X16_S
PCIe Speed
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
PCI Express 16X
Configure PCI Express 16X
speed B0: D1:F0 Gen 1- Gen
3
PCI Express 16X/PCIE1/PCIE2/PCI Express X16_S Speed (Auto)
This item allows user to configure the PCI Express 16X/PCIE1/PCIE2/PCI Express X16_S
speed.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
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ACPI Settings
The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters
suspend.
ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)]
This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State (default).
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Select ACPI sleep state the
system will enter when the
SUSPEND button is pressed.
ACPI Settings
ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM)
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CPU Configuration
The item in the menu shows the CPU.
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4765T CPU@ 2.00GHZ
This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your
computer.
EM64T (Supported)
This item shows the computer supports EM64T.
Processor Speed (2000MHz)
This item shows the current processor speed.
Processor Stepping (306c3)
This item shows the processor stepping version.
Microcode Revision (8)
This item shows the Microcode version.
Processor Cores (4)
This item shows the core number of the processor.
Intel HT Technology (Supported)
This item shows the computer not supports Intel HT Technology.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enabled for Windows XPand
Linux (OS optimized for
Hyper-Threading
T echnology)When Disabled
for other OS (OS not
optimized for
Hyper-Threading
T echnology). When Disabled
only one thread per enabled
core is enabled.
CPU Configuration
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4765T CPU @ 2.00GHz
EM64T Supported
Processor Speed 2000 MHz
Processor Stepping 306c3
Microcode Revision 8
Processor Cores 4
Intel HT Technology Supported
Intel VT-x Technology Supported
Hyper-threading
Active Processor Cores All
Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled
Execute Disable Bit Enabled
Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled
LakeTiny Feature Enabled
CPU C3 Report Enabled
CPU C6 Report
CPU C7 Report
Package C State limit AUTO
Enhanced Halt (CIE)
Active Processor Cores (All)
Use this item to control the number of active processor cores.
Intel VT-x Technology (Supported)
This item shows the computer supports Intel VT-x Technology.
Hyper-threading (Enabled)
This item is only available when the chipset supports Hyper-threading and you are
using a Hyper-threading CPU.
Enabled
Disabled
Disabled
Enabled
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Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enables
this item to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT
4.0.
ESC/Right Click: Exit
F3: Optimized Defaults
/Click: Select Item
Execute Disable Bit (Enabled)
This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application
code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert
code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or
worm propagation. Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit enabled
systems can halt worm attacks, reducing the need for virus related repair.
Intel Virtualization Technology (Enabled)
When disabled, a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided
by Vandor Pool Technology.
LakeTiny Feature (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the LakeTiny for C state configuration.
CPU C3 Report (Enabled)
CPU C6 Report (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C3 (ACPI C2) report to OS.
CPU C7 Report (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C6 (ACPI C3) report to OS.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Package C State limit (AUTO)
Use this item to set the package C state limit.
Enhanced Halt (CIE) (Enabled)
Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not running.
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C7 report to OS.
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SATA Mode (AHCI Mode)
Use this item to select SATA mode.
Rapid Start T echnology .
SATA Configuration
Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
F3: Optimized Defaults
/Click: Select Item
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F Disabled2:
PreviouDisableds
Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
Determines how SATA
controller(s) operate.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
/Click: Select Item
F3: Optimized Defaults
SA T A Configuration
SAT A Mode AHCI Mode
SAT A Port1
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SAT A Disabled
SAT A Port2
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SAT A Disabled
SAT A Port3
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SAT A Disabled
SAT A Port4
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SAT A Disabled
SA TA Port 5
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SA TA Port 6
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
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All USB Devices (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.
USB Configuration
Use this item to show the information of USB configuration.
Legacy USB Support (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
USB Support ParametersUSB Configuration
All USB Devices Enabled
Legacy USB Support Enabled
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Super IO Configuration
Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration.
Super IO Chip (IT8728)
This item shows the information of the super IO chip.
Serial Port (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.
Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4)
This item shows the information of the device settings.
Change Settings (Auto)
Use this item to change device settings.
Serial Port 0 Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Set Parameters of Serial
Port 0 (COMA)
Super IO Configuration
Super IO Chip IT8728
Serial Port 0 Configuration
Parallel Port Configuration
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Serial Port
Serial Port 0 Configuration
Serial Port Enabled
Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;
Change Settings Auto
Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.
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Parallel Port Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Parallel Port (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable parallel port.
Device Settings (IO=378h; IRQ=5; DMA=3)
This item shows the information of the device settings.
Change Settings (Auto)
Use this item to change device settings.
Device Mode (ECP Mode)
This item shows the information of the device mode.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enabled or Disabled Parallel
Port (LPT/LPTE)
Parallel Port Configuration
Parallel Port Enabled
Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5; DMA=3
Change Settings Auto
Device Mode ECP Mode
Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.
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Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology.
ISCT Support (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable ISCT support.
Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology.
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enable/Disable Intel(R) Rapid
Start T echnology.
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Disabled
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enable or Disable ISCT
Support
ISCT Support Disabled
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Disabled
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enable/Disable Intel(R)
Active Management
T echnology BIOS Extension.
Note: iAMT H/W is always
enabled.
This option just controls
the BIOS extension execution.
If enabled, this requires
additional firmware in the
SPI device
Intel AMT Disabled
BIOS Hotkey Pressed Disabled
MEBx Selection Screen Disabled
Use this item to show the information of Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration.
Intel AMT (Disabled)
This item just controls the BIOS extension execution. If enabled, this requires
additional firmware in the SPI device.
BIOS Hotkey Pressed (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the BISO Hotkey pressed.
MEBx Selection Screen (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the MEBx selection screen.
Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration
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IGD Memory (64M)
This item shows the information of the IGD (Internal Graphics Device) memory.
The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge
chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.
Chipset Menu
This item allows you to select graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.
DVMT Memory (256M)
When set to Fixed Mode, the graphics driver will reserve a fixed position of the system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.
Initiate Graphic Adapter (Auto)
System Agent Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
System Agent (SA)
Parameters.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Select which of
IGFX/PEG/PCI Graphics
device should be Primary
Display or Select SG for
Switchable Gfx.
System Agent Configuration
Initiate Graphic Adapter Auto
IGD Memory 64M
DVMT Memory 256M
IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled
CPU SA Audio Device Enabled
System Agent Configuration
PCH Configuration
ME Configuration
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IGD Multi-Monitor (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the IGD Multi-Monitor.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
CPU SA Audio Device (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the CPU SA Audio device.
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Multi-Monitor technology
Please note that Multi-Monitor technology supports up to four monitors:
one or two Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics
devices under Windows 7/8.
Multi-Monitor technology can help you to increase the area available for programs
running on a single computer system through using multiple display devices.
It is not only to increase larger screen viewing but aslo to improving personal productivity.
Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel
chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information,
please refer to chapter 4.)
Intel Integrated Graphics
PCI-Express Graphics
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Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set
IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].
Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item,
then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA
GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Select which of
IGFX/PEG/PCI Graphics
device should be Primary
Display or Select SG for
Switchable Gfx.
System Agent Configuration
Initiate Graphic Adapter Auto
IGD Memory 64M
DVMT Memory 256M
IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled
CPU SA Audio Device Enabled
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2.Select display devices, set the multiple displays option and to extend destop for
display “Multi-Monitor technology”.
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
3
4
Detect
Identify
3. DELL U2410Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Disconnect this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
Y ou must select Apply before making additional changes.!
Extend desktop to this display
Disconnect this display
Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8.
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
2
3
4
Detect
Identify
1. DELL U2410Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays:
This is currently your main display.
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
Show the path of the setting location
Display devices
The type of the display
Set the multiple displays
1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items
and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen.
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Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
Detect
Identify
4. AL1717Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Disconnect this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
Y ou must select Apply before making additional changes.!
3
4
3
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
Detect
Identify
4. AL1717Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
Y ou must select Apply before making additional changes.!
3
4
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PCH Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)
This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating
status.
Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)
This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.
Case Open Warning (Disabled)
This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up, and the item
below indicates the current status of the case.
Chassis Opened (No)
This item indicates whether the case has been opened.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Select AC Power state when
Power is re-applied after
a power failure.
PCH Configuration
Restore AC Power Loss Power Off
Audio Configuration
Azalia HD Audio Enabled
Case Open Warning Disabled
Chassis Opened No
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ME Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
ME Control (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the ME Firmware.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enable/Disable ME Firmware
Management Engine T echnology Configuration
ME Control Enabled
ME FW Version 9.0.10.1372
ME FW Version (9.0.10.1372)
This item shows the ME FW version.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
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This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The
clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have
installed in your system.
M.I.B. III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) Menu
CPU OverClocking Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
ESC/Right Click: Exit
F4: Save & Exit
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enable/Disable Spread
Spectrum.
M.I.B. III (MB Intelligent BIOS III)
CPU OverClocking Configuration
North Bridge Configuration
Memory Configuration
Over Voltage Configuration
Enabled
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4765T CPU @ 2.00GHz
Processor Speed 2000 MHz
Memory Frequency 1333 MHz
T otal Memory 4096 MB (DDR3 )
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
CPU Ratio
Package Current Lock Disabled
IA Core Current Maximum
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology Enabled
Turbo Mode Enabled
Runtime Turbo Enable Disabled
Boot performance mode Max Non-Turbo Perfor...
Package TDP Lock Enable Disabled
Long Duration Power Limit Override Maximum
Power Limit 1 Time(Second) 8
Power Limit 2 Switch Enabled
Short Duration Power Limit Override Maximum
1 Core Ratio Limit 30
2 Core Ratio Limit 29
3 Core Ratio Limit 27
4 Core Ratio Limit 26
Disable OverClocking Lock Enabled
Package Current Lock
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
CPU Ratio (20)
This item allows users to control non trubo CPU ratio.
Package Current Lock (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the package current lock.
Spread Spectrum
20
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Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled)
This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology).
Turbo Mode (Enabled)
This item allows you to control the Intel Turbo Boost Technology.
1 /2 /3 /4 Core Ratio Limit (30/29/27/26)
These items show the Core Ratio Limit Value.
IA Core Current (Maximum)
This item allows you to set IA Core Current Max.
Runtime Turbo Enable (Disabled)
This item shows CPU supports runtime turbo or not.
Boot Performance Mode (Max Non-Turbo Perfor...)
Use this item to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff.
Package TDP Lock Enable (Disabled)
These items allows you to enable or disable the package TDP Lock.
Power Limit 2 Switch (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the power limit 2 switch.
Disable OverClocking Lock (Enabled)
This item allows you to control the OverClocking lock.
Long Duration Power Limit Override (Maxmium)
Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology will use this power limit during the long duration
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. III Menu page.
Power Limit 1 Time (Second) (8)
This item allows you to set the power limit 1 time.
Short Duration Power Limit Override (Maxmium)
Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology will use this power limit for a very short duation.
power limit time window.
After that, the long duration power limit will be honored.
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Graphics Core Ratio Limit (24)
This item allows you to control the internal GFX core ratio.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. III Menu page.
North Bridge Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Graphics Core Ratio Limit
Intel Graphics Configuration
Graphics Core Ratio Limit 2 4
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
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Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
The selection of Memory
Profiles which impacts
memory sizing behavior.
+/- : Change Opt.
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Memory Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
Memory Information
Memory RC Version 1.4.0.3
Memory Frequency 1333 Mhz
T otal Memory 4096 MB (DDR3)
Memory Profiles Automatic
Memory Frequency 1333
Timing Default Current Target
tCL 9 9 9
tRCD 9 9 9
tRP 9 9 9
tRAS 24 24 24
NMode 1 1 Auto
tWR 10 10 10
tRFC 1 07 107 107
tRRD 4 4 4
tWTR 5 5 5
tRTP 5 5 5
tCWL 7 7 7
tREFI 5200 5200 5200
tFAW 20 20 20
tWRPRE Auto
tCPDED Auto
tPRPDEN Auto
OdtReadDelay Auto
tCKE Auto
tCCD
tWPRE
tRPRE
Auto
Auto
Auto
/Click: Select Item
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
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Memory RC Version (1.4.0.3)
This item shows the information of the memory RC version.
Memory Frequency (1333 Mhz)
This item shows the information of the memory frequency.
Total Memory (4096 MB (DDR3))
This item shows the information of the total memory.
Memory Profiles (Automatic)
This item enables you to set the memory profiles. The selection of memory profiles
impacts memory sizing behavior.
Enh Interleave Support (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the Enh Interleave support.
RI Support (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the Rank Interleave support. NOTE: RI and
HORI can not be enabled at the same time.
DLL Weak Lock Support (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the DLL weak lock support.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
Enable or disable 2xRef when
warm and Hot 2-iNC enables
2xRef when Hot.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
tCCD Auto
tWPRE Auto
tRPRE Auto
tRDRD Auto
tRDRD_dr Auto
tRDRD_dd Auto
tRDPDEN Auto
CMD_3st Auto
tWRRD Auto
tWRRD_dr Auto
tWRRD_dd Auto
tWRWR Auto
tWRWR_dr Auto
tWRWR_dd Auto
tWRPDEN Auto
Dec_WRD Auto
Scomp Auto
T coComp Auto
RcompDrvUp Auto
RcomDrvDown Auto
LsComp Auto
Enh Interleave Support Enabled
RI Support Enabled
DLL Weak Lock Support Enabled
Mc Lock Enabled
CMD Tri-State Enabled
Memory Scrambler Enabled
MRC Fast Boot Enabled
Memory Remap Enabled
Memory Thermal Management Enabled
DDR PowerDown and idle counter BIOS
Refresh 2x Mode Disabled
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Mc Lock (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable capacity to lock MC registers or not.
CMD Tri-State (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the CMD Tri-State (ending of the training).
Memory Scrambler (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the memory scrambler.
MRC Fast Boot (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the WRC fast boot.
Memory Remap (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the memory remap above 4G.
Memory Thermal Management (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the memory thermal management.
DDR PowerDown and Idle counter (BIOS)
This item allows you to BIOS or PCODE the DDR Power Down and Idle counter. BIOS:
BIOS is in countrol of DDR CKE mode and idle timer value. PCODE: pcode will
manage the modes.
Refresh 2x Mode (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable 2xRef when warm and Hot 2-iMC enables
2xRef when Hot.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. III Menu page.
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ChReadVref 0.750 V (Auto)
This item allows you to adjust the ChReadVref from 0 to 108, and the default is 54,
1 step is 4mV.
Over Voltage Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
Ch0WriteVref 0.750 V (Auto)
This item allows you to adjust the Ch0WriteVref from 0 to 108, and the default is 54,
1 step is 4mV.
Ch1WriteVref 0.750 V (Auto)
This item allows you to adjust the Ch1WriteVref from 0 to 108, and the default is 54,
1 step is 4mV.
ChVrefCA 0.750 V (Auto)
This item allows you to adjust the ChVrefCA from 0 to 108, and the default is 54, 1
step is 4mV.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Ch0WriteVref 0-018.
Default = 54,
1 Step = 4 mv.
Ch0WriteVref 0.750 V Auto
Ch1WriteVref 0.750 V Auto
ChVrefCA 0.750 V Auto
ChReadVref 0.750 V
CPU Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) 0
CPU Voltage Mode Adaptive
CPU Voltage Offset(mV) 0
Offset Preflx +
RING/Cache Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) 0
RING/Cache Voltage Mode Adaptive
RING/Cache Voltage Offset(mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
SVID Control Enable Enabled
SVID Override Voltage T arget(mV) 0
FIVR Faults Enable Enabled
FIVR Efficiency Enable Enabled
GT Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) 0
GT Voltage Mode Adaptive
GT Voltage Offset (mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
UNCORE Voltage Offset (mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
IOA Voltage Offset (mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
Auto
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CPU/RING/Cache/GT Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) (0)
This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT Adaptive voltage target from
0 to 2000mV.
CPU/RING/Cache/GT Voltage Mode (Adaptive)
This item allows you to set the CPU/RING/Cache/GT voltage mode.
CPU/RING/Cache/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD Voltage Offset(mV) (0)
This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD voltage
offset from -1000 to 998mV.
Offset Prefix (-/+)
This item allows you to select the offset value as positive (+) or negative (-).
SVID Control Enable (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the SVID control. If this function be disabled, it will not be changed until CPU powers down.
SVID Override Voltage Target(mV) (0)
This item allows you to adjust the SVID override voltage target, up to 2500mV.
FIVR Faults Enable (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the FIVR faults. If this function is disabled,
it will not be changed until CPU powers down.
FIVR Efficiency Enable (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the FIVR efficiency. If this function is dis-
abled, it will not be changed until CPU powers down.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. III Menu page.
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Intel(R) Core (TM) i7-4765T CPU @ 2.00GHz
This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your
computer.
Processor Speed (2000 MHz)
This item shows the CPU speed.
Memory Frequency (1333 MHz)
This item shows the memory frequency.
Total Memory (4096 MB (DDR3))
This item shows the total memory.
Spread Spectrum (Enabled)
If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic
Interference) generated by the system.
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.
Warning: 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.
Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking
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Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.
Boot Menu
Boot Configuration
This item shows the information of the Boot Configuration.
Operation System Select (Windows 7 or other OS)
This item is used to select the operation system.
Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)
The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM.
Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.
Fast Boot (Disabled)
This item enables or disables boot with initialization of a minimal set of device required to launch active boot option. Has no effect for BBS boot options.
Bootup NumLock State (On)
This item enables you to select NumLock state.
Quiet Boot (Enabled)
This item enables or disables quiet boot.
Boot mode select (LEGACY)
Use this item to select boot mode.
Set Boot Priority
This item enables you to set boot priority for all boot devices.
Boot Option #1 /2 /3 /4 /5 /6 /7
These items show the boot priorities.
Windows 7 or other OS:
Boot policy for Legacy OS.
Windows 8: Boot policy for
UEFI OS without
Compatibility Support
Module(CSM).
Manual: User customized
CSM parameters & boot
policy.
Boot Configuration
Operation System Select Windows 7 or other OS
Launch PXE OpROM Disabled
Launch Storage OpROM Enabled
Fast Boot Disabled
Bootup NumLock State On
Quiet Boot
Boot mode select
Set Boot Priority
Boot Option #1 Hard Disk
Boot Option #2 CD/DVD
Boot Option #3 USB/Floppy
Boot Option #4 USB CD/DVD
Boot Option #5 USB Hard Disk
Boot Option #6 USB Flash
Boot Option #7 Network
Enabled
LEGACY
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This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password.
Security Menu
Administrator Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows administrator password installed or not.
User Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows user password installed or not.
Secure Boot (Disabled)
This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in
User Mode.
Platform Mode (Setup)
This item allows you to set the platform mode.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Set Administrator Password
Administrator Password
Platform Mode Setup
Secure Boot Disabled
Secure Boot Disabled
Administrator Password Status Not Install
User Password Status Not Install
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Boot Override
Use this item to select the boot device.
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 defaults to all the setup options.
Discard Changes and Exit
This item enables you to exit system setup without saving any changes.
Discard Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset system setup without saving any changes.
This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the
changes.
Exit Menu
Save Changes and Exit
This item enables you to exitt the system setup after saving the changes.
Save Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset system setup after saving the changes.
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 the user defaults.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit
Exit system setup after
saving the changes.
Save Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Save Changes and Reset
Discard Changes and Reset
Save Options
Save Changes
Discard Changes
Restore Defaults
Save as User Defaults
Restore User Defaults
Boot Override
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Updating the BIOS
You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the
manufacturer’s Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:
This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software
supplied with the motherboard.
1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to
allow BIOS flashing.
2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Ad-
vanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS
from being overwritten.)
3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to
Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)
4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer’s
Web site. Copy these files to the bootable device.
5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your computer.
(You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items
on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to
boot from the bootable device first.)
6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the file
name of the new BIOS and then press <Enter>. Example: AFUDOS.EXE
040706.ROM
7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the
computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash
BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from
being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.
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Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software.
The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP/7/8.
When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will
automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it:
Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit.
Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8
Displays the path for all
software and drivers
available on the disk.
Open Windows Explorer
and show the contents
of the support disk.
Click “Exit” button to
close the Auto-Setup
window.
Browse CD:
Click the “Setup”
button to select and
run the software
installation program.
Click the “ Utilities”
button to select and
install ECS Intelligent
Utility.
Information:
Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the
motherboard:
The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be
different according to the motherboard you are installing.
1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:
Running Setup
The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.
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2. Click Next. The following screen appears:
3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.
4. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:
Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the
onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.
Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart, you
must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver.
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If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install
drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look
for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path
to begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that
automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have
the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.
Manual Installation
ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)
ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes
your computing more easily and conveniently.
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.
These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please
refer to the support disk for available software.
Windows 7/8 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after
the system restart. You must select “Yes” to install the next driver. Continue
this process to complete the drivers installation.
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eBLU
ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS
with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install.
eDLU
ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle
by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to
download and install the drivers.
eSF
eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance
with your PC’s system loading and temperature.
It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to
optimize your system cooling environment.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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Chapter 5
ATI CrossFireXTM Technology Support
This motherboard supports the ATI CrossFireX
TM
Technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation
procedures in this section.
Requirements
1 Two identical CrossFireXTM ready graphic cards are needed for the setup
of 2-way CrossFireXTM configuration.
2 You would need one CrossfireXTM bridge cable.
3 Make sure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX
TM
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 mini-
mum power required by your system.
Installing CrossFireXTM graphics cards
1. Insert the CrossFireX
TM
graphics cards into the PCIEX16/PCIEX16_S slots. Make
sure that the card is properly seated on the slot.
For 2-way configuration, install two graphic cards on PCIEX16 & PCIEX16_S and connect them with the CrossFireTM Bridge.
* For reference only
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3. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards.
2. Connect the cable from your monitors to the CrossFireXTM ready graphics card
installed on the PCIE16X slot.
Monitor Cable
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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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Chapter 6
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. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information:
a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.
1. Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and
other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard,
CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. Make sure the power cord is
plugged into the wall socket & the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned
“ on “ as well. Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running.
2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as
screwdrivers from the inside PC case. This is to prevent damage from short circuit.
3. Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard.
4. 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. Apply
the thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink & ensure the CPU fan is well-connected
with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system
is running.
http:// www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenulD=49&
childid=M 49&LanlD=0
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Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and
maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the
motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.
1. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the
PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.
2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and
Start up problems after prolong use
After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This
may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as
HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause
of failure.
1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper. Refer to CLR_CMOS jumper
in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual. When completed,
follow up with a Load 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.
areas of high moisture content.
3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.
4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once
every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.
5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the
system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.
6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the
wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.
Maintenance and care tips
2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at
default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.
5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal
component.
Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/
Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information.
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