ECS MCP61M-M3 User Manual
Preface
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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
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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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Setting Up eJIFFY
Chatper 7
Trouble Shooting
Provides basic troubleshooting
tips
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motherboard components
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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
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...19
Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive....................................20
Connecting I/O Devices................................................................21
Connecting Case Components.....................................................22
Front Panel Header...........................................................24
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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 Features.................................................28
Advanced Setup..................................................................31
Advanced Chipset Setup.....................................................33
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Integrated Peripherals.......................................................34
Power Management Setup..................................................36
PnP/PCI Setup....................................................................38
PC Health Status................................................................38
Frequency/Voltage Contr ol.................................................41
Load Default Settings.........................................................42
Supervisor Password.........................................................42
User Password...................................................................43
Save & Exit Setup...............................................................43
Exit Without Saving.............................................................43
Updating the BIOS..............................................................44
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software 45
About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM.................................45
Auto-installing under W indows XP/Vista/7..............................45
Running Setup....................................................................46
Manual Installation........................................................................48
Utility Software Reference............................................................48
Chapter 5
Setting Up NVIDIA RAID Configuration 49
Setting Up a Non-Bootable RAID Array .....................................49
Setting Up a Bootable RAID Array ..............................................51
Chapter 6
Setting Up eJIFFY 59
Introduction........................................................................................ 59
Installation and BIOS Setup..........................................................60
Entering eJIFFY......................................................................................63
Features Icons........................................................................................64
Usage FAQ.................................................................................................65
Chapter 7
T r ouble Shooting 69
Start up problems during assembly............................................69
Start up problems after prolong use.............................................70
Maintenance and care tips...........................................................70
Basic trouble shooting flowchart.................................................71
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the MCP61M-M3 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket for AMD
TM
Phenom
markets.
This motherboard is based on NVIDIA
tions processor (MCP) for best desktop platform solution. MCP61P is a single-chip,
highly integrated, high performance HyperTransport peripheral controller, unmatched
by any other single chip-device controller. The memory controller supports DDR3
memory DIMM frequencies of 1333/1066/800. It supports two DDR3 sockets with
maximum memory size of 8 GB*. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express x16
slot, one PCI Express x1 slot, 10 USB 2.0 ports (4 USB ports and 3 USB 2.0 headers
support additional 6 USB ports) 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, COM, VGA, four USB ports, one optional LPT port, one LAN
port and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out. This motherboard is
designed in a Micro ATX form factor using a four-layer printed circuit board and
measures 244 mm x 214 mm.
II (socket AM3) processor for high-end business or personal desktop
®
ΜCP61 Premium media and communica-
* Due to the DRAM maximum size is 2 GB at present, the memory maximum size we have tested is 4 GB.
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses a socket AM3 that carries the following features:
• Accommodates AMD Phenom
• Supports up to 2000 MT/s HyperTransport
• High-performance HyperTransport CPU Interface
HyperTransportTM Technology is a point-to-point link between two devices, it
enables integrated circuits to exchange information at much higher speeds than
currently available interconnect technologies.
This board supports CPU up to 95W TDP only.
Chipset
The NVIDIA® MCP61P is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance.
• 1 GHz HyperTransport x16 up and down links to the AMD socket
AM2+/AM2 CPUs
• PCI Express 16 lane link interface for external graphics processors
•
PCI v2.3 interface at 33 MHz
Integrated SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
•
• Ten USB 2.0 ports supported
• Fast ATA-133 IDE controller
Memory
• DDR3 1333/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual Channel supported
•
Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs
2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 8 GB
•
Audio
The onboard Audio provides the following features:
• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• Exceeds Microsoft Windows Logo Program (WLP) Requirements
• ADCs support 44.1/48k/96k/192k sample rate
• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V
TM
II (socket AM3) processor
TM
(HT) interface Speeds
Onboard LAN (optional)
The onboard LAN provides the following features:
• 10/100 full/half duplex operation
• Support MIl and 7-wire SNI (Serial Network Interface)
• IEEE 802.3/802.3u compliant
• 1000Base-T IEEE 802.3ab Compliant
• 100Base-TX IEEE 802.3u Compliant
• 10Base-T IEEE 802.3 Compliant
• IEEE 802.3 Compliant RGMII
• Supports Auto-Negotiation
• Supports half/full duplex operation
• 0.11um process with very low power consumption
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Expansion Options
:
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 slot 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 optional parallel port
• One VGA 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 to 50 °C.
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Motherboard Components
Introducing the Motherboard
Table of Motherboard Components
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LABEL CO MPO NENTS
1. CP U Socket Socket for AMD Phe nom
2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
3. DDR3_1~2 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
4. CASE Chassis detect header
5. FDD Floppy disk drive connector
6. PWR Standard 24-Pin AT X power connector
7. IDE Primary IDE connector
8. SAT A1~4 Serial ATA connectors
9. PANEL Front panel Switch/LED header
10. F_USB1~3 Front panel USB headers
11. USBPWR_F Front panel USB power select jumper
12. SP K Speaker header
13. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
14. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
15. CD_IN Analog audio input header
16. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
17. SP DIFO SPDIF out header
18. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots
19. PCIEX1 PCI Express x1 slot
20. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
21. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector
22. USBPWR_R Rear USB/PS2 power select jumper
TM
II (socket AM3) processor
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 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 floppy diskette drive 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 214 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_R
USBPWR_F
To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
1.
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Optimized Defaults”
and then “Save & Exit Setup”.
Make sure the power supply provides enough VCC5_DUAL voltage
2.
before selecting the VCC5_DUAL function.
3.
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.
3-pin
3-pin
Rear USB/PS2
Power Select
Jumper
Front Panel
USB Power
Select Jumper
1-2: VCC5
2-3: VCC5_DUAL
1-2: VCC5
2-3: VCC5_DUAL
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USBPWR_R
1
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 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:
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 a socket AM3 processor 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.
1 Unhook the locking lever of the CPU socket. Pull the
locking lever away from the socket and raising it to
the upright position.
2 Match the pin1 corner marked as the beveled edge
on the CPU with the pin1 corner on the socket.
Insert the CPU into the socket. Do not use force.
3 Push the locking lever down and hook it under the
latch on the edge of socket.
4 Apply thermal grease to the top of the CPU.
5 Install the cooling fan/heatsink unit onto the CPU,
and secure them all onto the socket base.
6 Plug the CPU fan power cable into the CPU fan
connector (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard.
To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you
use a high quality fan with 4800 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.
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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates two 240-pin unbuffered DIMMs and supports DDR3
1333/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM. You must install at least one module in any of the
two slots. The total memory capacity is up to 8 GB.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 800 400 MHz
DDR3 1066 533 MHz
DDR3 1333 667 MHz
Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you
are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by
their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a
grounding strap when you handle the modules.
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 memory modules have been tested and qualified for use with
this motherboard.
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Type Size Vendor Module Name
DDR3 1066
DDR3 1333
512MB
1GB
2 GB
1 GB
2 GB
ELPIDA
Hynix
Micron
A-data
Aeneon
Corsair
Hynix
Kingston
Micron
Qimonda
Ramaxel
Samsung Golden Bar M378B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
Hynix
Micron
Qimonda
Samsung
A-data
Aeneon
Apacer
Hynix
KingMax
Kingston
Micron
Qimonda
Ramaxel
Samsung
A-data
Elixir
Hynix
KingMax
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/2G
Micron
Qimonda IMSH2GU13A1F1C-13H B3S81124001
Samsung
PC3-8500U-7-00-AP
HYMT164U64ZNF8-G8 AA
MT4JTF6464AY-1G1B1
M3OSS3H3I3120B5Z
AEH760UD00-10FA98X
CM3X1024-1066C7
HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
HYMT112U64ZNF8-G8 AA
KVR1066D3N7/1G
MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10G B2S81427034
IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10 F B2S81427023
NT5CB128H8AN-DE/1GB
HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-10 F B3S81427044
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-10G B3S81528005
M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
AD31333001GOU(AD63I1A08)
AXH760UD00-13GA98X
AHU02GFA33C9N1C
HMT112U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAES
KVR1333D3N9/1G
MT8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
IMSH1GU13A1F1C-13H
RMR1810KD48E7F-1333
M378B2873EH1-CH9
M378B2873DZ1-CH9
AD31333002GOU(AD63I1B16)
M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG 0903.TW
HMT125U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
FLFE 8 5F-B8KG9 NEES
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.
PCIEX16 Slot The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI Express
PCIEX1 Slot
PCI1~2 Slots
graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 1.1.
The PCI Express x1 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base
Specification revision 1.1 as well.
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.
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.
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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.
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Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s 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
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
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F_USB1~3: 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
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
SPDIF SPDIF digital output
1
2 +5VA 5V analog Power
3 Key No p in
4 GND Ground
CD_IN: Analog Audio Input connector
Pin Signal Name Function
1 CD_L CD In left channel
2 GND Ground
3 GND Ground
4 CD_R CD In right channel
CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header
Pin 1-2 Function
Short Case Open
Open Case Close
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IR: Infrared header (optional)
The motherboard supports an Infrared (IR) data port. Infrared ports allow the wireless exchange of information between your computer and similarly equipped devices
such as printers, laptops, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), and other computers.
Pin Signal Name Function
1 Not Assigned Not assigned
2 Key No pi n
3 +5V IR Power
4 GND Ground
5 IR_TX IrDA serial output
6 IR_RX IrDA serial input
Installing the Motherboard
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 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.
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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)
SATA power cable (optional)
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