ECS IC43T-A2 User Manual
Preface
Copyright
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Version 2.0
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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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
Installing Hardware........................................................................10
Installing the Processor......................................................10
Installing Memory Modules................................................12
Expansion Slots....................................................................15
Connecting Optional Devices.............................................17
Installing a SATA Hard Drive............................................19
Connecting I/O Devices...............................................................20
Connecting Case Components....................................................21
Front Panel Header............................................................23
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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.....................................................31
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Integrated Peripherals.......................................................32
Power Management Setup.................................................33
PCI/PnP Setup...................................................................34
PC Health Status................................................................35
Load Default Settings........................................................38
Load Non Disk...................................................................39
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 49
Introduction........................................................................................ 49
Installation and BIOS Setup...............................................................50
Entering eJIFFY................................................................................54
Features Icons........................................................................................55
Usage FAQ...............................................................................................56
Chapter 6
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T r ouble Shooting 59
Start up problems during assembly............................................59
Start up problems after prolong use.............................................60
Maintenance and care tips.............................................................60
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart................................................61
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the IC43T-A2 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 Eaglelake P43 Northbridge (NB) and Intel
ICH10 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 1066/800. It supports four
DDR3 sockets with maximum memory size of 8 GB*. DDR3 memory bandwidth of
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GB/s in dual-channel symmetric mode assuming DDR3 1066 MHz. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, is fully
compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification Revision 2.0.
The ICH10 Southbridge supports two 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 1.1. It implements an EHCI compliant interface that provides 480 Mb/s bandwidth for ten USB 2.0 ports (four USB ports and
three USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB ports). The Southbridge supports
six SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each.
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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.
*Due to the DRAM maximum size (2 GB per DIMM) at present, the
memory maximum size we have tested is 8 GB.
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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
Pentium® Dual-Core/Celeron® Dual-Core/Celeron® 400 series processors
• Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800 MHz
®
Core™ 2 Extreme/Core™ 2 Quad/Core™ 2 Duo/
Chipset
The P43 Northbridge (NB) and ICH10 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based on an
innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.
P43 (NB)
ICH10 (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
ICH10 (1 GB/s each direction)
• One, 16-lane PCI Express x16 port for Graphics Attach, compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification
revision 2.0
• Supports 512-Mb, 1-Gb and 2-Gb DDR3 and 512-Mb,
1-Gb,and 2-Gb DDR2 DRAM technologies for x8 and
x16 devices
• Enhanced DMA Controller , interrupt controller, and timer
functions
• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification, revision 1.1
• Compliant with PCI v2.3 specificaiton
• Compliant with SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller
Memory
• Supports DDR3 1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture
• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
• 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM socket support up to 8 GB*
Audio
• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• ADCs supports 96k/48k/44.1kHz sample rate
• Meets Microsoft WLP 3.08 Vista premium and mobile PCs audio requirements
• Direct Sound 3DTM compatible
*Due to the DRAM maximum size (2 GB per DIMM) at present, the
memory maximum size we have tested is 8 GB.
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Onboard LAN
• Supports PCI Express™ 1.1
• Integrated 10/100/1000 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
• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• Six 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 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
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The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 50 °C.
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Motherboard Components
Introducing the Motherboard
Table of Motherboard Components
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LABEL COMPONENTS
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Core™ 2 Extreme/
1. CPU Socket
LGA77 5 socket Intel
™
Core
2 Quad/Core™ 2 Duo/Pentium® Dual-Core/
®
Cele ron
Dual-Core/Celeron® 400 series processors
2. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
3. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
4. ATX_P OWER Standard 24-Pin ATX Power con n e cto r
5. SAT A1~6 Serial ATA connectors
6. F_PANEL Front Panel Swit ch/LED header
7. F_USB1~3 Front P anel USB headers
8. USBPWR_F1~2 Front Panel USB Power Select jumpers
9. SP K Speak e r h ea de r
10. CLR_CMO S Clea r CM O S jum per
11. SYS_ FAN System cooling fan connector
12. SP DIFO SPDIF out header
13. CD_IN Analog Audio Input connector
14 . F_AUDIO Fro nt Pan el Audio header
15. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots
16. PCIE1~3 PCI Express x1 slots
17. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
18. USBPWR_R1 Rear Panel USB/PS2 Power Select jumper
19. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
Introducing 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 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 210 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
Jumper Type Description Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
CLR_CMOS
3-pin
CLEAR CMOS
2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn the system off.
1
CLR_CMOS
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USBPWR_R1
USBPWR_F1~2
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.
3.
It is required that users place the USBPWR_F1~2 & USBPWR_R1 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.
3-pin
3-pin
Rear USB/PS2
Power Select
Jumper
Front Panel
USB Power
Select Jumper
1-2: VCC
2-3: 5VSB
1-2: VCC
2-3: 5VSB
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USBPWR_R1
1
USBPWR_F1~2
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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.
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.
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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin
DDR3 1066/800. The total memory capacity is 8 GB*.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 800 400 MHz
DDR3 1066 533 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. The total memory
capacity is up to 8 GB*.
The four DDR3 memory sockets (DDR3_DIMM1, DDR3_DIMM2, DDR3_DIMM3,
DDR3_DIMM4) are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory
sockets as following:
Channel 0: DDR3_DIMM1, DDR3_DIMM2
ff
Channel 1: DDR3_DIMM3, DDR3_DIMM4
ff
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.
*Due to the DRAM maximum size (2 GB per DIMM) at present, the
memory maximum size we have tested is 8 GB.
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.
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Table A: DDR3 (memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List)
The following DDR3 1066/800 memory modules have been tested and qualified for
use with this motherboard.
Type Size Vendor Module Name
512 MB
1 GB
DDR3 1066
2 GB
ELPIDA PC3-8500U-7-00-AP
A-data M3OSS3H3I3120B5Z
Corsair CM3X1024-1066C7
Hynix HYMT112U64ZNF8-G8 AA
Hynix HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
Kingston KVR1066D3N7/1G
Micron MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
Micron MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
Ramaxel RMR1810NA48E7F-1066-LF
Samsung Golden Bar M378B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
Hynix HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
Hynix HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
Micron
Samsung M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
MT16JTF 256 64AY-1G1D1
MT16JTF 256 64AY-1G1D1
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Type Size Vendor Module N ame
A-data
Apacer AHU02GFA33C9N1C
Hynix
KingMax
1GB
DDR3 1333
2 GB
Kingston
Micron
Ramaxel
Samsung
Samsung
A-data
Elixir
Hynix
KingMax FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEES
Kingston
Micron
Samsung
Users please be noted that DDR3 1333 MHz is validated to run at 1066
MHz only.
AD31333001GOU(AD63I1A08)
HMT112U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAES
KVR1333D3N9/1G
MT8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
RMR1810KD48E7F-1333
M378B2873EH1-CH9
M378B2873DZ1-CH9
AD31333002GOU(AD63I1B16)
M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG 0903.TW
HMT125U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
KVR1333D3N9/2G
MT16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
M378B5673EH1-CH9
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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.
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PCIEX16 Slot The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install the external PCI
PCIE1~3 Slots
PCI1~2 Slots
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card
carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually
configure the card before installation.
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 two standard PCI slots.
PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a
bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a
supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slots on
this board are PCI v2.3 compliant.
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Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the
slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
For 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.
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