ECS G41T-M13 User Manual

Preface

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Trademark Recognition

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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.

Preface

Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

Canadian Department of Communications

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.

About the Manual

The manual consists of the following:

Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard

Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard

Chapter 3 Using BIOS

Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software

Chatper 5 Trouble Shooting

Describes features of the motherboard.

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Describes installation of motherboard components.

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Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.

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Describes the motherboard software.

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Provides basic trouble shooting tips

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Preface i

Chapter 1 1

Introducing the Motherboard 1

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

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

Specification......................................................................................4

Motherboard Components.............................................................5

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Chapter 2

Installing the Motherboard 7

Safety Precautions............................................................................7

Choosing a Computer Case.............................................................7

Installing the Motherboard in a Case............................................7

Checking Jumper Settings...............................................................8

Setting Jumpers...................................................................8

Checking Jumper Settings...................................................9

Jumper Settings...................................................................9

Installing Hardware........................................................................10

Installing the Processor.....................................................10

Installing Memory Modules...............................................12

Expansion Slots.................................................................13

Connecting Optional Devices............................................15

Installing a SATA Hard Drive..........................................18

Connecting I/O Devices................................................................19

Connecting Case Components.....................................................20

Front Panel Header...........................................................22

Chapter 3

Using BIOS 23

About the Setup Utility ................................................................ 23

The Standard Configuration..............................................23

Entering the Setup Utility....................................................23

Resetting the Default CMOS V alues...................................24

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Using BIOS......................................................................................25

Standard CMOS Setup..........................................................26

Advanced Setup..................................................................27

Advanced Chipset Setup.....................................................29

Integrated Peripherals........................................................30

Power Management Setup..................................................32

PCI/PnP Setup...................................................................33

PC Health Status................................................................33

Frequency/Voltage Contr ol.................................................37

Load Default Settings.........................................................38

Supervisor Password.........................................................38

User Password...................................................................39

Save & Exit Setup................................................................39

Exit Without Saving.............................................................39

Updating the BIOS...............................................................40

Chapter 4

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Using the Motherboard Software 41

About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM........................................41

Auto-installing under W indows XP/Vista/7.....................................41

Running Setup....................................................................42

Manual Installation...............................................................................44

Utility Software Reference...................................................................44

Chapter 5

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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

Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the G41T-M13 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA775 socket

for Core Dual Core/Celeron® 400/Pentium® 4/Celeron® D series processors (Please reference the CPU support list) for high-end business or personal desktop markets.

The motherboard incorporates the Intel® G41 Northbridge (NB) and Intel® ICH7 Southbridge (SB) chipsets. It supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800/533 MHz. The memory controller supports DDR3 memory DIMM frequencies of 1333(OC)/1066/800*. It supports two DDR3 sockets with up to maximum memory of 8 GB. DDR3 Maximum memory bandwidth of 12.8 GB/s in dual-channel symmetric mode assuming DDR3 1333(OC)/1066/800 MHz. One PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen 1.

The ICH7 Southbridge supports two PCI slots which are PCI v2.3 compliant. In addition, one PCI Express x1 slot is supported, fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 1.0a. It implements an EHCI compliant interface that provides 480 Mb/s bandwidth for eight USB 2.0 ports (four USB ports and two USB

2.0 headers support additional four USB ports). The Southbridge integrates a Serial

ATA host controller, supporting four SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to

3.0 Gb/s each.

The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors, one VGA port, four USB ports, one LAN port, and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out.

2 Extreme/Core

2 Quad/Core

2 Duo/Pentium® Dual Core/Celeron

Introducing the Motherboard

Feature

Processor

The motherboard uses an LGA775 type of Core

Core

2 Duo/Pentium® Dual Core/Celeron® Dual Core/Celeron® 400/Pentium

4/Celeron® D series processors that carries the following features:

• Core

2 Extreme/Core

2 Quad/Core

2 Extreme/Core

2 Duo/Pentium® Dual Core/ Celeron® Dual Core/Celeron® 400/Pentium® 4/Celeron® D series processors

• Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800/533 MHz

• LGA775 socket for latest Intel

45nm Multi-Core processors

2 Quad/

Chipset

The Intel based on an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.

G41 Northbridge (NB) and Intel® ICH7 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are

G41 (NB)

• Supports 36-bit host bus addressing, allowing the CPU to access the entire 64 GB of the memory address space

• 2 GB/s point-to-point Direct Media Interface (DMI) to ICH7 (1 GB/s each direction)

• Supports 2-GB, 1-Gb, 512 Mb DDR3 DRAM technologies for x8 and x16 devices

• One, 16-lane (x16) PCI Express port intended for external device attach, fully compatible to the PCI Express Gen 1

• An integrated graphics device (IGD) delivering cost competitive 3D, 2D and video capabilities

• Microsoft DX10 and 128MB share memory are supported

ICH7 (SB)

• Enhanced DMA Controller, interrupt controller, and timer functions

• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification, Revision 1.0a

• Compliant with PCI v2.3 specification

• Integrated SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller

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

Memory

• Supports DDR3 1333(OC)/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture.

• Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs.

• 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 8 GB.

Introducing the Motherboard

Onboard LAN (optional)

• Compliants with PCI Express. 1.1

• Integrated 10/100 transceiver

• Supports Wake-on-LAN and remote wakeup

• Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE802.3u

• Compliants with PCI Express. 1.1

• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver

• Supports Wake-on-LAN and remote wakeup

• Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab

Audio

This motherboard may support either of the following Audio chipsets:

• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec

• Exceeds Microsoft Windows Logo Program (WLP) Requirements

• ADCs support 44.1K/48K/88.2K/96K/192KHz sample rate

• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V

Expansion Options

The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:

• One PCI Express x16 slots for Graphic Interface

• One PCI Express x1 slot

• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots

• Four 7-pin SATA connectors

Integrated I/O

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

• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard

• One VGA port

• Four USB 2.0 ports

• One LAN port

• 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

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.

Introducing the Motherboard

Specifications

CPU

Chipset

Memory

• LGA775 socket for Core 2 Duo/Pentium® Dual Core/Celeron® Dual Core/Celeron® 400/

Pentium

4/Celeron® D series processors

2 Extreme/Core

• Intel G41 & ICH7 Express Chipset

North Bridge: Intel G41 South Bridge: ICH7

• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture

• 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 8 GB

• Supports DDR3 1333(OC)/1066/800 SDRAM

2 Quad/Core

Expansion Slots

Storage

Audio

LAN

Rear Panel I/O

Internal I/O Connectors & Headers

• 1 x PCI Express x16 slot

• 1 x PCI Express x1 slot

• 2 x PCI slots

• Supported by Intel ICH7 Express Chipset

• 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s devices

• 1 x Ultra DMA100/66 port

• VIA VT1705 6-Ch High Definition audio CODEC

• Realtek 8105E 10/100 Lan (Realtek 8111E Giga Lan Optional)

• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connectors

• 1 x VGA port

• 4 x USB 2.0 ports

• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector

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

• 1 x 24-pin ATX power supply connector

• 1 x 4-pin 12V Power connector

• 1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector

• 1 x Speaker header

• 1 x Front panel audio header

• 1 x Front panel switch/LED header

• 1 x SPDIF out header

• 1 x Serial port header (COM)

• 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

• 2 x USB 2.0 headers

• 1 x Chassis intrusion header

• 1 x Parallel port header (LPT)

• 1 x CLR_CMOS header

System BIOS

Form Factor

• AMI BIOS with 8Mb SPI Flash ROM

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

• Supports ACPI & DMI

• Audio, LAN can be disabled in BIOS

• F11 hot key for boot up devices option

• Micro ATX Size, 244mm x 170mm

Introducing the Motherboard

Motherboard Components

Introducing the Motherboard

Table of Motherboard Components

LABEL COMPONENTS

1. CPU Socket

LGA775 socket for Core

2 Duo/Pentium® Dual Core/Celeron® Dual Core/

Core

Core/Celeron

400/Pentium® 4/Celeron® D series processors

2 Extreme/CoreTM 2 Quad/

2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector

3. DDR3_1~2 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots

4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector

5. SATA3~4 Serial ATA connectors

6. SPK Speaker header

7. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper

8. USBPWR_F Front panel USB power select jumper

9. SATA1~2 Serial ATA connectors

10. F_USB1~2 Front panel USB headers

11. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header

12. COM Onboard serial port header

13. SPDIFO SPDIF out header

14. LPT Onboard parallel port header

15. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header

16. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots

17. PCIE PCI Express x 1 slot

18. CASE Chassis intrusion header

19. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot

20. USBPWR_R Rear panel USB/PS2 power select jumper

21. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector

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

Introducing the Motherboard

Chapter 2

Installing the Motherboard

Safety Precautions

• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard

• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity

• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard

• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in

• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards

Choosing a Computer Case

There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies with the specifications for the Micro ATX system case. First, some features on the motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the features required. Secondly, make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that you intend to install.

Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard.

This motherboard carries a Micro ATX form factor of 244 x 170 mm. Choose a case that accommodates this form factor.

Installing the Motherboard in a Case

Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in a case.

Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.

Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion slots on your motherboard.

Installing the Motherboard

Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.

Checking Jumper Settings

This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.

Setting Jumpers

Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins.

The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin, the jumper is OPEN.

This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins 1 and 2 are SHORT.

SHORT OPEN

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Checking Jumper Settings

The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled.

Jumper Settings

Jumper Type Description Setting (default)

1-2: NORMAL

CLR_CMOS

USBPWR_R

3-pin

CLEAR CMOS

Rear USB/PS2 Power Select Jumper

2-3: CLEAR

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

1-2: VCC 2-3: 5VSB

CLR_CMOS

USBPWR_R

Front Panel

3-pinUSBPWR_F

USB Power Select Jumper

To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend

1. users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save & Exit Setup”.

Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before se-

2. lecting the 5VSB function.

It is required that users place the USBPWR_F & 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.

1-2: VCC 2-3: 5VSB

USBPWR_F

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Installing Hardware

Installing the Processor

Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surfacemount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.

On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near the processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly installed.

Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips. Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket.

Before installing the Processor

This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change 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 LGA775 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. Read and follow the instructions shown on the sticker on the CPU cap.

B. Unload the cap

· Use thumb & forefinger to hold the lifting tab of the cap.

· Lift the cap up and remove the cap completely from the socket.

C. Open the load plate

· Use thumb & forefinger to hold the hook of the lever, pushing down and pulling aside unlock it.

· Lift up the lever.

· Use thumb to open the load plate. Be careful not to touch the contacts.

D. Install the CPU on the socket

· Orientate CPU package to the socket. Make sure you match triangle marker to pin 1 location.

E. Close the load plate

· Slightly push down the load plate onto the tongue side, and hook the lever.

· CPU is locked completely .

F. Apply thermal grease on top of the CPU. G. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base

onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. H. Make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the

CPU fan connector. Please refer to the CPU cooling fan user’s manual for more detail installation procedure.

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 LGA775 socket.

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Installing Memory Modules

This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It runs at dual-channel DDR3 1333(OC)/1066/800MHz memory speed. The total memory capacity is 8 GB.

DDR3 SDRAM memory module table

Memory module Memory Bus

DDR3 800 400 MHz DDR3 1066 533 MHz DDR3 1333(OC) 667 MHz

You must install at least one module in any of the two 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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Expansion Slots

Installing Add-on Cards

The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.

PCIEX16 Slot

PCIE Slot

PCI1~2 Slots

The PCI Express slot is used to install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen 1.

The PCI Express x1 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 1.0a.

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 v2.3compliant.

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.

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:

SA T A1~4: Serial A T A connectors

These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest data transfer rates (3.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.

Pin Signal NamePin Signal Name

1 Ground 2 TX+

3 TX- 4 Ground

5 RX- 6 RX+

7 Ground - -

F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio header for Azalia

This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and lineout ports for easier access.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 PORT 1L 2 AUD_GND

3 PORT 1R 4 PRESENCE# 5 PORT 2R 6 SENSE1_RETURN

7 SENSE_SEND 8 KEY

9 PORT 2L 10 SENSE2_RETURN

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F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB headers

The motherboard has four USB ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.

Pin Signal Name Function

1 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power

2 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power

3 USB_FP_P0- USB Port 0 Negative Signal

4 USB_FP_P1- USB Port 1 Negative Signal

5 USB_FP_P0+ USB Port 0 Positive Signal

6 USB_FP_P1+ USB Port 1 Positive Signal

7 GND Ground 8 GND Ground 9 Key No pin

10 USB_FP_OC0 Overcurrent signal

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

SPDIFO: SPDIF out header

This is an optional header that provides an S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.

Pin Signal Name Function

1 SPDIF SPDIF digital output

2 +5VA 5V analog Power

3 Key No pin

4 GND Ground

COM: 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 DCDB Data Carrier Detect 2 SINB Serial Input 3 SOUTB UART B Serial Output

4 DTRB UART B Data Terminal Ready

5 GND Ground

6 DSRB Data Set Ready

7 RTSB RART B Request to Send 8 CTSB Clear to Send

9 RI Ring Indicator

10 Key No pin

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CASE: Chassis intrusion header

This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.

Pin 1-2 Function

Short Chassis cover is removed

Open Chassis cover is closed

LPT : Onboard parallel port header

This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.

Pin Signal Name Function Pin Signal Name Function

1 STB# Strobe 2 D0 Data 0

3 D1 Data 1 4 D2 Data 2

5 D3 Data 3 6 D4 Data 4

7 D5 Data 5

9 D7 Data 7 10 ACK# Acknowledge

11 BUSY Busy 12 PE Paper End 13 SLCT Select

15 ERR# Error 16 INIT# Initialize

17 SLIN# Select In 18 GND Chassis Ground

19 GND Chassis Ground 20 GND Chassis Ground

21 GND Chassis Ground 22 GND Chassis Ground

23 GND Chassis Ground

25 GND Chassis Ground

Pin Signal Name

8 D6 Data 6

14 AFD# Auto Feed

24 GND Chassis Ground

26 NC No pin

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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.

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.

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. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port. LAN Port Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your

computer to the Network.

USB Ports Use the USB ports to connect USB devices.

Audio Ports

Use the three audio ports to connect audio devices. The first jack is for stereo line-in signal. The second jack is for stereo line-out signal. The third jack is for microphone.

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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 CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. 2 Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. 3 Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL. 4 Connect the case speaker cable to SPK. 5 Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V.

Connecting 24-pin power cable

The ATX_POWER 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.

With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX_POWER match perfectly.

24-pin power cable

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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 PWM

Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.

ATX_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 Ground 15 Ground

4 +5V 16 PS_ON

5 Ground 17 Ground

6 +5V 18 Ground 7 Ground 19 Ground

8 PWRGD 20 -5V

9 +5VSB 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 Ground

SPK: Internal speaker

Pin Signal Name

1 VCC

2 Key 3 NC

4 Signal

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A TX12V: A TX 12V Power Connector

Pin Signal Name

1 Ground

2 Ground

3 +12V

4 +12V

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 P in Signal Function

1 HD_LED_P Hard disk LED (+) 2 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED (+)

3 HD_LED_N Hard disk LED (-)

5 RST_SW_N Reset Switch (-)

7 RST_SW_P Reset Switch (+)

9 RSVD Reserved

* MSG LED (dual color or single color)

4 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED (-)

6 PWR_SW_P Power Switch (+)

8 PWR_SW_N Power Switch (-)

10 Key No pin

Users please note that the above picture is for reference only, you should determine the header pin definition by the actual key pin location.

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 pins 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.

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 the BIOS Setup Utility.

Standard CMOS Setup

Advanced Setup

Advanced Chipset Setup

Integrated Peripherals

Power Management Setup

PCI/PnP Setup

PC Health Status

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F1:General Help

Enter : Select

Frequency/Voltage Control

Load Default Settings Supervisor Password

User Password

Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving

+/-/: Value

F9: Load Default Settings

F10: Save ESC: Exit

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.

Standard CMOS Setup

Advanced Setup

Advanced Chipset Setup

Integrated Peripherals

Power Management Setup

PCI/PnP Setup

PC Health Status

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F1:General Help

Load Default Settings?

[OK] [Cancel]

Enter : Select

Frequency/Voltage Control

Load Default Settings Supervisor Password

User Password

Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving

+/-/: Value

F9: Load Default Settings

F10: Save ESC: Exit

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

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

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.

f) lead to submenus that enable you to change

BIOS Navigation Keys

The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:

KEY FUNCTION

ESC Exits the current menu

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Enter Select F9 Loads an optimized setting for better performance

F10 Saves the current configuration and exits setup F1 Displays a screen that describes all key functions

For the purpose of better product maintenance, we reserve the right to change the BIOS items presented in the manual. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only. Please visit our website for updated manual.

Scrolls through the items on a menu

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Standard CMOS Setup

This option displays basic information about your system.

Standard CMOS Setup

Date (www mm:dd:yy) Mon 11/22/2010

Time (hh:mm:ss) 21:17 :03

SAT A1 Hard Disk

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SAT A2 Not Detected

SAT A3 AT API CDROM

SATA4 Not Detected

IDE BusMaster Enabled

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Enter : Select

F1: General Help

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Help Item

Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-T AB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure system Date.

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.

SATA1~4

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 SATA channel.

IDE BusMaster (Enabled)

This item enables or disables the DMA under DOS mode. We recommend you to leave this item at the default value.

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

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Advanced Setup

This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer.

Thermal Management Enabled

TM Status TM1

Limit CPUID MaxVal Disabled Intel XD Bit Disabled Quick Power on Self Test Enabled Boot Up Numlock Status On APIC Mode Enabled 1st Boot Device ST3320620AS 2nd Boot Device Optiarc DVD RW AD-7 3rd Boot Device Removable Dev . Hard Disk Drives Press Enter

CD/DVD Drives Press Enter

Boot Other Device Yes ECS eJIFFY Function Disabled

Advanced Setup

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Enter : Select

+/-/: Value

F9: Load Default SettingsF1: General Help

Help Item

For the processor its CPUID belows 0F41h. TM2 only can be enable under below setting.

1.Freq.>=3.6GHz FSB800

2.Freq.>=2.8GHz FSB533

F10: Save ESC: Exit

Thermal Management (Enabled)

This item displays CPU’s temperature and enables you to set a safe temperature to Prescott CPU.

TM Status (TM1/TM2)

This item shows TM function status if CPU can support TM function.

Limit CPUID MaxVal (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Max CPU ID value limit. When supports Prescott and LGA775 CPUs, enables this to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT 4.0.

Intel XD Bit (Disabled)

This item allows users to enable or disable the Intel XD bit.

Quick Power on Self Test (Enabled)

Enable this item to shorten the power on testing (POST) and have your system start up faster. You might like to enable this item after you are confident that your system hardware is operating smoothly.

Boot Up Numlock Status (On)

This item defines if the keyboard Num Lock key is active when your system is started.

APIC Mode (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller) mode. APIC provides symmetric multi-processing (SMP) for systems, allowing support for up to 60 processors.

1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device (ST3320620AS/Optiarc DVD RW AD-7/Removable Dev.)

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

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fHard Disk Drives (Press Enter)

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

Hard Disk Drives

Hard Disk Drives 1st Drive

2nd Drive JetFlash Transcend

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Enter : Select

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F1:General Help

F9: Load Default Settings

F10: Save ESC: Exit+/-/: Value

Help Item

Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices.

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

fCD/DVD Drives (Press Enter)

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

CD/DVD Drives Ist Drive Optiarc DVD RW AD-7

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CD/DVD Drives

Enter : Select

F9: Load Default Settings

F10: Save ESC: Exit+/-/: Value

Help Item

Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices.

Boot Other Device (Yes)

When enabled, the system searches all other possible locations for an operating system if it fails to find one in the devices specified under the First, Second and Third boot devices.

ECS eJIFFY Function (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the ECS eJIFFY Function. eJIFFY is ECS unique software program for the quick access to the internet without entering O.S. Please refer to Chapter 5 to know more about eJIFFY.

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

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Advanced Chipset Setup

This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer.

DRAM Frequency Auto Configure DRAM Timing by SPD Enabled Share Memory Size 64MB DVMT Memory 256MB Memory Remap Feature Enabled HPET Enabled

DRAM Frequency (Auto)

This item enables users to adjust the DRAM frequency. The default setting is auto and we recommend users leave the setting unchanged. Modify it at will may cause the system to be unstable.

Configure DRAM Timing by SPD (Enabled)

When this item is set to enable, the DDR timing is configured using SPD. SPD (Serial Presence Detect) is located on the memory modules, BIOS reads information coded in SPD during system boot up.

Share Memory Size (64MB)

This item lets you allocate a portion of the main memory for the onboard VGA display application.

DVMT Memory (256MB)

When set to Fixed Mode, the graphics driver will reserve a fixed portion of the system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.

Memory Remap Feature (Enabled)

This item allows you to remap the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory if you have a 64 bit OS and 8 GB of RAM.

HPET (Enabled)

This item enables or disables HPET (High Precision Event Timer) support.

Advanced Chipset Setup

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F1: General Help

Auto

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Help Item

Options

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

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Integrated Peripherals

This page sets up some parameters for peripheral devices connected to the system.

Onboard IDE Controller Enabled Onboard SAT A Controller Enhanced Onboard Audio Function Enabled Onboard LAN Function Enabled Onboard LAN Boot ROM Disabled Serial Port1 Address 3F8/IRQ4 Parallel Port Adress 37 8 Parallel Port Mode ECP ECP Mode DMA Channel DMA3 Parallel Port IRQ IRQ7 USB Functions Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled

Onboard IDE Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the onboard IDE interface.

Onboard SATA Controller (Enhanced)

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

Onboard Audio Function (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the onboard audio device.

Onboard LAN Function (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the onboard LAN function.

Onboard LAN Boot ROM (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the booting from the onboard LAN or a network add-in card with a remote boot ROM installed.

Serial Port1 Address (3F8/IRQ4)

Use this item to enable or disable the onboard COM1 serial port, and to assign a port address.

Parallel Port Address (378)

Use this item to enable or disable the onboard Parallel port, and to assign a portaddress.

Parallel Port Mode (ECP)

Use this item to select the parallel port mode. You can select Normal (StandardParallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), orBPP (BiDirectional Parallel Port).

ECP Mode DMA Channel (DMA3)

Use this item to assign a DMA channel to the parallel port.

Integrated Peripherals

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F1: General Help

DISABLED: disables the integrated IDE Controller. ENABLED: enables both Controllers.

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Help Item

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Parallel Port IRQ (IRQ7)

Use this item to assign IRQ to the parallel port.

USB Functions (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the USB function.

Legacy USB Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices.

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

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Power Management Setup

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

Power Management Setup

Power Off Power On Former-Sts

Help Item

Options

PWRON After PWR-Fail Power Off Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PCI/PCI-E/Lan PME Disabled Resume By USB (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 MS (S3) Disabled Resume on RTC Alarm Disabled

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F1: General Help

Enter : Select

+/-/: Value

F9: Load Default Settings

F10: Save ESC: Exit

PWRON After PWR-Fail (Power Off)

This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating status.

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.

Resume By PCI/PCI-E/Lan PME (Disabled)

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

Resume By USB (S3) (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the USB device wakeup function from S3/S4 mode.

Resume By PS2 KB (S3) (Disabled)

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

Resume By PS2 MS (S3) (Disabled)

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

Resume on 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 wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

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PCI/PnP Setup

This page sets up some parameters for devices installed on the PCI bus and those utilizing the system plug and play capability.

Init Display First

Init Display First (PCI)

Use this item to select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot devices.

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

PCI/PnP Setup

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F1: General Help

Enter : Select

PCI

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Help Item

Select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.

PC Health Status

On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.

-=- System Hardware Monitor-= Smart Fan Function Press Enter

Shutdown T emperature Disabled

CPU Temperature : 85°C/185°F CPU Fan Speed : 2402 RPM CPU Vcore : 1.216 V VDIMM : 1.568 V

Case Open Warning Disabled

Chassis Opened No

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: Move

Enter : Select

F1: General Help

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Help Item

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Smart Fan Function (Press Enter)

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

CPU SMART FAN Control Enabled SMART Fan Mode Normal SMART Fan start PWM value 2 8 SMART Fan start TEMP. (°C) 43 DeltaT +3 SMART Fan Slope PWM value 5 PWM value/°C

CPU FAN Full Limit Temp (°C) 63°C

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F1: General Help

Enter : Select

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Options

Disabled Enabled

Help Item

CPU SMART FAN Control (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the control of the CPU fan speed by changing the fan voltage.

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.

CPU Smart Fan Control Enabled SMART Fan Mode Quiet SMART Fan start PWM value 2 0 SMART Fan start TEMP. (°C) 68 DeltaT +3 SMART Fan Slope PWM value 14 PWM value/°C

CPU FAN Full Limit Temp (°C) 75°C

Help Item

Normal: auto adjusts depending on the CPU temperature.

Quiet: auto minimizes fan speed for quiet environment operation.

Silent: auto restricts fan speed to make

system more quietly. Manual: the fan adjust

depending on user’s parameter.

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+/-/: Value

F9: Load Default SettingsF1: General Help

F10: Save ESC: Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Smart Fan Function page.

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CPU Smart Fan Control Enabled SMART Fan Mode Silent SMART Fan start PWM value 5 SMART Fan start TEMP. (°C) 70 DeltaT +3 SMART Fan Slope PWM value 12 PWM value/°C

CPU FAN Full Limit Temp (°C) 80°C

Enter : Select

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F1:General Help

F10: Save ESC: Exit+/-/: Value

F9: Load Default Settings

Press <Esc> to return to the Smart Fan Function page.

Help Item

Normal: auto adjusts depending on the CPU temperature.

Quiet: auto minimizes fan speed for quiet environment operation.

Silent: auto restricts fan speed to make

system more quietly. Manual: the fan adjust

depending on user’s parameter.

CPU Smart Fan Control Enabled SMART Fan Mode Manual SMART Fan start PWM value 5 SMART Fan start TEMP. (°C) 70 DeltaT +3 SMART Fan Slope PWM value 12 PWM value/°C

CPU FAN Full Limit Temp (°C) 80°C

Enter : Select

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F1:General Help

F9: Load Default Settings

Press <Esc> to return to the Smart Fan Mode page.

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Help Item

Normal: auto adjusts depending on the CPU temperature.

Quiet: auto minimizes fan speed for quiet environment operation.

Silent: auto restricts fan speed to make

system more quietly. Manual: the fan adjust

depending on user’s parameter.

F10: Save ESC: Exit+/-/: Value

Smart Fan start PWM value (5)

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

Smart Fan start TEMP. (°C) (70)

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 (12 PWM value/°C)

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

CPU FAN Full Limit Temp. (80°C)

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

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

System Component Characteristics

These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as System & CPU temperature, CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & system fan speed,...etc.

• CPU T emperature

• CPU Fan Speed

• CPU Vcore

• VDIMM

Shutdown Temperature (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to set the maximum temperature the CPU can reach before powering down.

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 main menu setting page.

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Frequency/Voltage Control

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.

Frequency/Voltage Control

Manufacturer: Intel Ratio Actual V alue : 23 CPU Frequency Setting : 133MHz

Auto Detect DIMM/PCI CIK Enabled Spread Spectrum Enabled

: Move

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F1: General Help

+/-/: Value

F9: Load Default Settings

F10: Save ESC: Exit

Help Item

Options

Disabled Enabled

Manufacturer: Intel

This item displays the information of current manufacturer of the CPU installed in your computer.

Ratio Actual Value: 23

This item shows the actual ratio of the CPU installed in your system.

CPU Frequency Setting (133MHz)

This item shows Frequency of CPU.

Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Enabled)

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

Spread Spectrum (Enabled)

If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system.

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

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Load Default Settings

This option opens a dialog box that lets you install stability-oriented defaults for all appropriate items in the Setup Utility. Select <OK> and then press <Enter> to install the defaults. Select <Cancel> and then press <Enter> to not install the defaults.

Supervisor Password

This page helps you install or change a password.

Supervisor Password : Not Installed

Change Supervisor Password Press Enter

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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.

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.

Supervisor Password

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Enter : Select

F1: General Help

Install or Change the password.

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Help Item

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

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User Password

This page helps you install or change a password.

User Password : Not Installed

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User Password

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Enter : Select

F1: General Help

+/-/: Value

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F9: Load Default Settings

Help Item

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.

Press <Esc> to return to the main menu setting page.

Save & Exit Setup

Highlight this item and press <Enter> to save the changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Save and Exit dialog box appears, select [OK] to save and exit, or select [Cancel] to return to the main menu.

Exit Without Saving

Highlight this item and press <Enter> to discard any changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Exit Without Saving dialog box appears, select [OK] to discard changes and exit, or select [Cancel] to return to the main menu.

If you have made settings that you do not want to save, use the “Exit Without Saving” 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.

This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard.

Using BIOS

Chapter 4

Using the Motherboard Software

About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM

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

Never try to install all software from folder that is not specified for use with

1. your motherboard.

The notice of Intel HD audio installation (optional): The Intel High Defi-

2. nition audio functionality unexpectedly quits working in Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 or Windows XP Professional x64 Edition. Users need to download and install the update packages from the Microsoft Download Center “before” installing HD audio driver bundled in the Driver disk. Please log on to us;901105#appliesto for more information.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-

Auto-installing under Windows XP/V ista/7

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

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

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

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

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Drivers Tab

Setup

Browse CD

Exit The Exit button closes the Auto Setup window.

Utilities Tab

Lists the software utilities that are available on the disk.

Information Tab

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

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

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

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

Some software is installed in separate folders for different operating systems, such as Windows XP/Vista/7. Always go to the correct folder for the kind of OS you are using.

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

Running Setup

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

1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:

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

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

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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 recom-

mended.

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

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

Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.

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Windows Vista/7 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Allow” to install the next driver.

Continue this process to complete the drivers installation.

Manual Installation

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

Look for the chipset and motherboard model; then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.

If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program, browse to the operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file (README.TXT or README.DOC) for information on installing the driver or software for your operating system.

Utility Software Reference

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

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

This concludes Chapter 4.

Using the Motherboard Software

Chapter 5

Trouble Shooting

Start up problems during assembly

After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips.

a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.

1.Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard, CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. 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

Trouble Shooting

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 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 component 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.

Trouble Shooting

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Trouble Shooting

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