ECS IC41T-A User Manual
Preface
Copyright
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any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and
specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any
particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and
to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the
manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, 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
Setting Up eJIFFY
Chatper 6
Trouble Shooting
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motherboard components.
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction......................................................................................1
Feature ..............................................................................................2
Specifications ..................................................................................4
Motherboard Components.............................................................5
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....................................................................14
Connecting Optional Devices.............................................16
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SA T A Hard Drive...18
Connecting I/O Devices...............................................................19
Connecting Case Components....................................................20
Front Panel Header............................................................22
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Chapter 3 25
Using BIOS 25
About the Setup Utility ................................................................ 25
The Standard Configuration...............................................25
Entering the Setup Utility....................................................25
Resetting the Default CMOS V alues...................................26
Using BIOS.....................................................................................27
Standard CMOS Setup.......................................................28
Advanced Setup..................................................................30
Advanced Chipset Setup.....................................................32
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Integrated Peripherals.......................................................33
Power Management Setup.................................................34
PCI/PnP Setup...................................................................35
PC Health Status................................................................36
M.I.B. II (MB Intelligent BIOS II)......................................39
Load Default Settings........................................................40
Supervisor Password........................................................41
User Password..................................................................42
Save & Exit Setup...............................................................42
Exit Without Saving............................................................42
Updating the BIOS.............................................................43
Chapter 4
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Using the Motherboard Software 45
About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM.................................45
Auto-installing under Windows XP/V ista/7...............................45
Running Setup....................................................................46
Manual Installation........................................................................48
Utility Software Reference............................................................48
Chapter 5
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Setting Up eJIFFY 53
Introduction........................................................................................ 53
Installation and BIOS Setup...............................................................54
Entering eJIFFY................................................................................57
Features Icons........................................................................................58
Usage FAQ...............................................................................................59
Chapter 6
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T r ouble Shooting 71
Start up problems during assembly............................................71
Start up problems after prolong use.............................................72
Maintenance and care tips.............................................................72
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart................................................73
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the IC41T-A motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA775 socket
®
Intel
Core™ 2 Extreme/Core™ 2 Quad/Core™ 2 Duo/Pentium® Dual-Core/Celeron
Dual-Core/Celeron® 400 series processors for high-end business or personal desktop
markets.
The motherboard incorporates the Intel
Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports a Front Side Bus (FSB) frequency of 1333/1066/800 MHz using a scalable FSB Vcc_CPU. The memory controller supports DDR3 memory DIMM frequencies of 1333. It supports two DDR3
sockets with up to maximum memory of 16 GB*. DDR3 Maximum memory bandwidth of 12.8 GB/s in dual-channel symmetric mode assuming DDR3 1333 (OC)/
1066/800 MHz. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express slot, intended for
Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen 2.
The ICH7 Southbridge supports three PCI slots which are PCI v2.3 compliant. In
addition, three PCI Express x1 slots are supported, fully compliant to the PCI
Express Base Specification revision 1.0. 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). One onboard IDE connector
supports two IDE devices in Ultra ATA100/66 mode. The Southbridge integrates a
Serial ATA host controller, supporting four SATA ports with maximum transfer rate
up to 3.0 Gb/s each.
There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and
keyboard connectors, COM, four USB ports, one LAN port and audio jacks for
microphone, line-in and line-out.
®
G41 Northbridge (NB) and Intel® ICH7
1
®
*Due to the DRAM maximum size (2 GB per DIMM) at present, the
memory maximum size we have tested is 8 GB.
Introducing the Motherboard
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Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses an LGA775 type of Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme/Core™ 2 Quad/
™
Core
2 Duo/Pentium® Dual-Core/Celeron® Dual-Core/Celeron® 400 series that
carries the following features:
• Accommodates Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme/Core™ 2 Quad/Core™ 2 Duo/
Pentium® Dual-Core/Celeron® Dual-Core/Celeron® 400 series processors
• Latest Intel® 45nm Multi-Core processors
• Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800 MHz
Chipset
The G41 Northbridge (NB) and ICH7 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based on an
innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.
G41 (NB)
ICH7 (SB)
• 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
• 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
• Integrated IDE controller supports Ultra ATA 100/66/33
Memory
• Supports DDR3 1333 (OC)/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual-channel
architecture
• Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs
• 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM socket support up to 16 GB
Introducing the Motherboard
Audio
• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• ADCs supports 96k/48k/44.1kHz sample rate
• Meets Microsoft WLP 3.10 Vista premium and mobile PCs audio requirements
• Direct Sound 3D
TM
compatible
Onboard LAN (optional)
• Supports PCI Express™ 1.1
• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
• Supports PCI Express™ 1.1
• Integrated 10/100 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 slot for Graphics Interface
• Three PCI Express x1 slots
• Three 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• Four 7-pin SATA connectors
• One IDE connector supporting up to two IDE devices
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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
• Four USB ports
• One LAN port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out
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.
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
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Specifications
®
CPU
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
• LGA775 socket for Intel
• Latest Intel
™
Core
2 Duo/Pentium® Dual-Core/Celeron® Dual-Core/
Celeron® 400 series processors
®
45nm Multi-Core processors
• Intel G41 & Intel ICH7
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR3 1333 (OC)/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM
• 1 x PCI Express Gen2 x16 slot
• 3 x PCI Express x1 slots
• 3 x PCI slots
Core™ 2 Extreme/Core™ 2 Quad/
Storage
Audio
Giga LAN
Rear Panel I/O
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
System BIOS
Form Factor
• Supported by Intel ICH7
• 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
• 2 x Ultra DMA 100/66 devices
• Realtek ALC662 6-Ch High Definition audio CODEC
• Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit Fast Ethernet Controller (Co-lay
RTL8103EL)
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connector
• 1 x serial port
• 4 x USB ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (Line in, microphone in, and line out)
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector,
4-pin 12V connector
• 4 x Serial ATA connectors
• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB ports
• 1 x Front panel header
• 1 x Chassis Intrusion Detect header
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• 1 x SPK header
• 1 x CD_IN header
• CPU_FAN/SYS_F AN connectors
• AMI BIOS with 8Mb SPI ROM
• Supports Plug and Play 1.0A, APM 2.0, Multi Boot, DMI
• Supports ACPI revision 3.0B specification
• ATX Size, 305mm x 205mm
Introducing the Motherboard
Motherboard Components
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
®
Core™ 2 Extrem e/
1. CPU Socket
LGA775 socket Intel
™
Core
2 Quad/Core™ 2 Duo/Pentium® Dual-Core/
®
Cele ron
Dual-Core/Celeron® 400 series processors
2. DDR3_1~2 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
3. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-Pin ATX Power connector
5. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
6. IDE Primary IDE channel
7. SATA1~6 Serial ATA connectors
8. F_PANEL Front panel Switch/LED header
9. CL R_CMOS Clear CMOS jumpe r
10. F_USB1~2 Front panel USB headers
11. USBPWR_F Front panel USB power select jumper
12. SPK Speaker header
13. CASE Chassis detect header
14. SPDIFO SP DIF out header
15. CD_IN Analog audio input connector
16. F_ AUDI O Front pan e l audio header
17. PCI1~3 32-bit add-on card slots
18. PCIE1~3 PCI Express x1 slots
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 ATX system case. Some features on the motherboard
are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches
on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the features required. And
make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that you intend
to install.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 x 205 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.
Installing the 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
Installing the Motherboard
Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
Jumper Settings
Jumper Type Description Setting (default)
CLR_CMOS
3-pin
CLEAR CMOS
1-2: NORMAL
2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn the system off.
1
CLR_CMOS
9
USBPWR_R
USBPWR_F
1.
2.
3.
Rear USB/PS2
3-pin
Power Select
Jumper
Front Panel
3-pin
USB Power
Select Jumper
To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings”
and then “Save & Exit Setup”.
Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before selecting 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
1-2: VCC
2-3: 5VSB
1
USBPWR_R
1
USBPWR_F
Installing the Motherboard
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Installing Hardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that
you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes
across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard
or its components.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near the
processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly
installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips.
Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly
see the motherboard and processor socket.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system
bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change the settings in the system
Setup Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or
other components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components
that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the
power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other
hardware components.
This motherboard has an 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.
Installing the Motherboard
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.
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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.
Installing the Motherboard
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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin
DDR3 1333/1066/800. The total memory capacity is 16 GB.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 800 400 MHz
DDR3 1066 533 MHz
DDR3 1333 667 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. The total memory
capacity is up to 16 GB.
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 only.
2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be
installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to
the edges of the DIMM.
6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.
Installing the Motherboard
Table A: DDR3 (memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List)
P
C
C
The following DDR3 1333/1066 memory modules have been tested and qualified for
use with this motherboard.
Type Size Vendor Module Name
DDR3 1066
DDR3 1333
512 M B ELPI DA PC3-8500U-7-00-A
Hynix
1GB
2GB
1 GB
2 GB
Kingston KVR 1066D3N7/1G
Mic ron
Ramaxel R MR1810N A48E7F-1066-LF
Samsung Golden Bar M378B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
Hynix
Mic ron
Samsung M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
A-data AD3U1333B1G9-B
Hynix HMT112U 6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
KingMax
Kingston KVR 1333D3N9/1G
M icron M T8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
PS
Ramaxel RMR1810KD48E 7F-1333
Samsung
Silicon Pow er SP001GBLTU133S01
A-data AD3U1333B2G9-B
Apacer 78.A1GC6.9L 1
Elixir M2F 2G64CB 8HA4N-CG 0903.TW
Hynix HMT125U 6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
KingMax FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEES
Kingston KVR 1333D3N9/2G
Mic ron
PS
Samsung M 378B5673E H1-CH9
Silicon Pow er SP002GBLTU133S01
HYMT112U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
M T8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
M T8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1
HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
M T16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1
M T16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAES
FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAUS
AL7F8G73D-DG1
M378B2873DZ1-CH9
M378B2873EH1-CH9
M T16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
M T8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1
AL8F8G73D-DG1
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1. Users please be noted that DDR3 1333 MHz is validated to run at 1333
MHz only.
2. If you need the memory to run at DDR3 800, you should set its parameters
yourself.
3. If you need the memory to run at DDR3 1333, please make sure whether
the FSB of CPU is 1333 MHz. When the FSB of CPU is 800 MHz, the memory
will not run at DDR3 1333.
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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 The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install the external PCI
PCIE1~3 Slots
PCI1~3 Slots
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card
carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually
configure the card before installation.
Express graphics cards that are fully compliant to the PCI
Express Base Specification Revision 2.0.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI
Express Base Specification Revision 1.1.
This motherboard is equipped with three standard PCI slots.
PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a
bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a
supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slots on
this board are PCI v2.3 compliant.
Installing the Motherboard
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the
slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
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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.
Installing the Motherboard
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Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard optional
devices
F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio header
This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and lineout ports for easier access.
Pin Signal Name
Pin Signal Name Function
1 PORT 1L 2 AUD_GND
3 PORT 1R 4 PRESENCE#
5 PORT 2R 6 SENSE1_RETURN
7 SENSE_SEND 8 KEY
9 PORT 2L 10 SENSE2_RETURN
Pin Signal Name
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 N o pin
4 GND Ground
Installing the Motherboard
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.
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Pin Signal Name
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 NC Not connected
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.
Function
SAT A1~4: Serial A T A connectors
These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest date
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 Name
1 Ground 2 TX+
3 TX- 4 Ground
5 RX- 6 RX+
7 Ground - -
Pin Signal Name
CD_IN: Analog Audio Input connector
CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header
Pin 1-2 Function
Pin Signal Name Function
1 CD_L CD In left channel
2 GND Ground
3 GND Ground
4 CD_R CD In right channel
Short Case Open
Open Case Close
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Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SAT A Hard Drive
This section describes how to install IDE devices such as a hard disk drive and a CDROM drive.
About IDE Devices
Your motherboard has one IDE channel interface.
IDE: IDE Connector
This motherboard supports four high data transfer SATA ports with each runs up to
3.0 Gb/s. To get better system performance, we recommend users connect the CDROM to the IDE channel, and set up the hard drives on the SATA ports.
IDE devices enclose jumpers or switches used to set the IDE device as MASTER or
SLAVE. Refer to the IDE device user’s manual. Installing two IDE devices on one
cable, ensure that one device is set to MASTER and the other device is set to SLAVE.
The documentation of your IDE device explains how to do this.
About SAT A Connectors
Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four drives.
SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors
are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on
the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.
Installing Serial A T A Hard Drives
To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the
Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with an SATA power cable. You can
connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the
motherboard.
SATA cable (optional)
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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This motherboard does not support the “Hot-Plug” function.
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.
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PS2 Keyboard Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
Serial Port Use the COM port to connect serial devices such as mice or
(COM) fax/modems.
USB Ports Use the USB ports to connect USB devices.
LAN Port Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your
computer to the network.
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 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 ATX12V.
5 Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL.
6 Connect the case speaker cable to SPK.
Connecting 24-pin power cable
The ATX_POWER 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x
power supply.
24-pin power cable
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.
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