ECS GF7100PVT-M User Manual
Preface
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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
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing
this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, 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
Chapter 5
Setting Up NVIDIA RAID Configuration
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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 information about
SATA RAID Setup
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction......................................................................................1
Feature ..............................................................................................2
Motherboard Components.............................................................4
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
Connecting Case Components.....................................................10
Front Panel Header...........................................................12
Installing Hardware........................................................................13
Installing the Processor.....................................................13
Installing Memory Modules...............................................15
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive...18
Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive....................................19
Installing Add-on Cards....................................................20
Connecting Optional Devices............................................22
Connecting I/O Devices................................................................25
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Chapter 3 27
Using BIOS 27
About the Setup Utility................................................................ 27
The Standard Configuration..............................................27
Entering the Setup Utility...................................................27
Updating the BIOS............................................................29
Using BIOS......................................................................................29
Standard CMOS Setup......................................................30
Advanced Setup.................................................................32
Advanced Chipset Setup....................................................35
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Integrated Peripherals.......................................................36
Power Management Setup.................................................37
PCI/PNP Configuration.....................................................39
PC Health Status................................................................39
Frequency/Voltage Control................................................41
Load Default Settings.......................................................42
Supervisor Password........................................................42
User Password..................................................................4
Save & Exit Setup..............................................................43
Exit Without Saving............................................................43
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Chapter 4
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Using the Motherboard Software 45
About the Software CD-ROM......................................................45
Auto-installing under Windows 2000/XP/Vista.........................45
Running Setup....................................................................46
Manual Installation........................................................................50
Utility Software Reference............................................................50
Chapter 5
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Setting Up NVIDIA RAID Configuration 51
Setting Up a Non-Bootable RAID Array....................................51
Setting Up a Bootable RAID Array.............................................54
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the GF7100PVT-M motherboard. This motherboard is a
high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA775
socket for Intel
Celeron® D processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
This motherboard is based on NVIDIA
tion. MCP73PV is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance Hyper-Threading
peripheral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. This
motherboard supports up to 8 GB of system memory with Single Channel DDR2 800
/667/533 MHz. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express x16 slot, USB 2.0 and
SATA support with RAID function.
There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and
keyboard connectors, COM1, one VGA port, one DVI port, four USB ports, one
optional LAN port and audio jacks for microphone, line-in, and 8-channel line-out.
This motherboard is designed in a Micro ATX form factor using a four-layer printed
circuit board and measures 244 mm x 244 mm.
®
Core
TM
2 Quad/Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo/ Pentium® D/Pentium® 4/
®
MCP73PV for best desktop platform solu-
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Feature
Processor
The motherboard uses an LGA775 type of Intel® Core
Duo /Pentium® D/Pentium® 4/Celeron® D that carries the following features:
• Accommodates Intel® Core
Pentium® 4/ Celeron® D processors
• Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800 MHz
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
“Hyper-Threading” technology enables the operating system into thinking it’s
hooked up to two processors, allowing two threads to be run in parallel, both on
separate “logical” processors within the same physical processor.
TM
2 Quad/Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo/ Pentium® D/
TM
2 Quad/Intel® Core
Chipset
The NVIDIA® MCP73PV is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance.
• Supports 33-bit addressing for access to 8 GB of system memory
• PCI Express 16-lane link interface for external graphics processors
• PCI 2.3 interface at 33 MHz
• Integrated SATA 1.5/3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• USB 2.0 ports supported
• Fast ATA-133 IDE controller
Memory
• DDR2 800/667/533 DDR SDRAM with Single Channel supported
• Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 4 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 8 GB
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Audio (Optional)
The onboard Audio provides the following features:
• 7.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• All DACs support 192K/96K/48K/44.1KHz DAC sample rate
• High-quality analog differential CD input
• Meets Microsoft WHQL/WLP 3.0 audio requirements
• Direct Sound 3D
• All DACs support 192K/96K/48K/44.1KHz DAC sample rate
• High-quality analog differential CD input
• Software selectable 2.5V/3.75V VREFOUT
• Meets Microsoft WLP 3.08 audio requirements
• Direct Sound 3D
TM
compatible
TM
compatible
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Onboard LAN (Optional)
The onboard LAN provides the following features:
• Integrated Gigabit Ethernet Controller for PCI ExpressTM Applications
• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
• Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller for PCI ExpressTM Applications
• Integrated 10/100 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
• Supports PCI Express
• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
TM
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Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 for Graphics Interface
• One PCI Express x1 slot
• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• One IDE connector supporting up to two IDE devices
• One floppy disk drive interface
• Four 7-pin SATA connectors
This motherboard supports Ultra DMA bus mastering with transfer rates of 133/
100/66/33 Mb/s.
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
• One serial port
• One VGA port
• One DVI port
• Four USB ports
• One LAN port (optional)
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-channel line-out
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BIOS Firmware
The 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.
Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
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Motherboard Components
Introducing the Motherboard
Table of Motherboard Components
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LABEL COMPO NENTS
1. CPU Socket
LGA775 socket for Int el
2 Duo/Pentium® D/Pen tium® 4/Celeron® D CPUs
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Cor eTM2 Quad/In tel®Cor e
2. CPU_ FAN CPU cooling fan co nnect or
3. DIMM1~2 240-pin DDR2 SDRAM slots
4. FDD1 Floppy disk drive connector
5. AT X_P OWER Standard 24-pin AT X power connector
6. IDE1 IDE connecto r
7. SATA1~4 Serial ATA connect ors
8. LPT1 Onboard parallel port header
9. PANEL1 Front Panel Switch/LED header
10. SPK Speaker header
11. 1394A1* IEEE 1394a header
12. F_USB1~3 Front Panel USB headers
13 . CLR_CMOS1 Clear CMOS jump er
14. CD_IN CD Audio In connector
15. AUDIO1 Front P anel Audio header
16. SPDIF_OUT1 SPDIF out header
17. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots
18. PCIEX1 PCI Express x1 slot
19. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
20. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
21. ATX12V1 4-pin +12V power connector
TM
* Stands for optional components.
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
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Memo
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the Micro ATX system case. Firstly, 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, this motherboard supports one or two floppy diskette
drives and two enhanced IDE drives. Make sure that your case has sufficient power
and space for all drives that you intend to install.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries an Micro ATX form factor of 244 x 244 mm. Choose a
case that accommodates this form factor.
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Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT
SHORT OPEN
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Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
Jumper Settings
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Jumper Type
CLR_CMOS1 3-pin
To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Optimized Defaults”
and then “Save & Exit Setup”.
Description Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
CLEAR CMOS
2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn the system off.
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CLR_CMOS1
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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 system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
3 Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER.
4 Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V1.
5 Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the PANEL1.
6 Connec the case speaker cable to SPK.
Connecting 20/24-pin power cable
Users please note that the 20-pin and 24-pin power cables can both be
connected to the ATX_POWER connector. With the 20-pin power cable,
just align the 20-pin power cable with the pin 1 of the ATX_POWER
connector. However, using 20-pin power cable may cause the system to
become unbootable or unstable because of insufficient electricity. A minimum power of 300W is recommended for a fully-configured system.
With ATX v1.x power supply, users please note
that when installing 20-pin power cable, the
latche of power cable falls on the left side of
the ATX_POWER connector latch, just as the
picture shows.
20-pin power cable
With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note
that when installing 24-pin power cable, the
latches of power cable clings to the right side of
the ATX_POWER connector latach.
24-pin power cable
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CPU_FAN: FAN Power Connector
Pin Signal Name Function
1 GND System Ground
2 +12V Power +12V
3 Sense Sensor
4 Control CPU FAN control
Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of
1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.
SYS_FAN: System Cooling FAN Power Connector
Pin Signal Name Function
1 GND System Ground
2 +12V Power +12V
3 Sense Sensor
ATX_POWER: ATX 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
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ATX12V1: ATX 12V Power Connector
Pin Signal Name
1 Ground
2 Ground
3 +12V
4 +12V
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SPK: Internal speaker header
Pin Signal Name
1 +5V
2 NC
3 GND
4 Speaker Signal
Front Panel Header
The front panel header (PANEL1 ) provides a standard set of switch and LED
headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for
information:
Pin Signal Function Pin Signal Function
1 HD_LED_P Hard disk 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)
2 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED (+)
4 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED (-)
6 PWR_SW_P Power Switch (+)
8 PWR_SW_N Power Switch (-)
10 Key No pin
Hard Drive Activity LED
Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication
that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function
properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED
will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED)
connector.
Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED
Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides
power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.
Reset Switch
Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentarycontact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and
runs POST.
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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.
Installing Hardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that
you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes
across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard
or its components.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near the
processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly
installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips.
Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly
see the motherboard and processor socket.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system
bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change these settings by making
changes to jumpers on the motherboard, or changing the settings in the system Setup
Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or other
components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning: 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.
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This motherboard has a 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.
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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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