NM70-I USER MANUAL
Preface
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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.
• 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.
The manual consists of the following:
Describes features of the
motherboard.
page 1
Describes installation of
motherboard components.
page 7
page 23
page 53
Installing the Motherboard
Introducing the Motherboard
Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.
Describes the motherboard
software.
Limits and methods of mesurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment
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About the Manual
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Chapter 4
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Using the Motherboard Software
Chapter 5
Trouble Shooting
Provides basic trouble shooting tips.
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Chapter 2 7
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions.............................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis......................................7
Checking Jumper Settings...........................................................8
Installing Hardware...................................................................9
Installing Memory Modules.....................................................9
Installing Add-on Cards...........................................................10
Connecting Optional Devices..................................................12
Installing a SATA Hard Drive...................................................18
Connecting Case Components................................................19
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface i
Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction...................................................................................1
Pakage Contents............................................................................1
Specifications................................................................................2
Motherboard Components..........................................................4
I/O Ports..............................................................................................6
Chapter 3 23
Using BIOS 23
About the Setup Utility........................ .......................................23
The Standard Configuration......................... ...........................23
Entering the Setup Utility........................................................23
Resetting the Default CMOS Values.....................................24
Using BIOS........................................................................................24
BIOS Navigation Keys..............................................................25
Main Menu.............................................................................26
Advanced Menu......................................................................27
Chipset Menu..........................................................................39
Tweak Menu...........................................................................46
Boot Menu..............................................................................47
Security Menu.........................................................................50
Exit Menu................................................................................51
Updating the BIOS...................................................................52
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Using the Motherboard Software 53
Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8........................................53
Running Setup.........................................................................53
Manual Installation..........................................................................55
ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) (Optional).................55
Chapter 5 57
Trouble Shooting 57
Start up problems during assembly..............................................57
Start up problems after prolong use............................................58
Maintenance and care tips..............................................................58
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...................................................59
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the NM70-I motherboard. This motherboard is a high perfor-
mance, enhanced function. This motherboard has onboard Intel® Celeron ICP847/
807 or other Processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
This motherboard is based on Intel
®
NM70 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 8 GB of system memory with single channel DDR3
1333/1066 SO-DIMM. One PCI Express x16 slot (runs at x8 mode), intended for Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to PCI Express 2.0 standard.
It implements an EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) compliant interface that
provides eight USB 2.0 ports (four USB 2.0 ports at the rear panel and two USB 2.0
headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports).
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including PS/2 Keyboard & PS/2 Mouse connectors, one RJ45 LAN connector, four USB
2.0 ports, one COM port (optional), one D-sub (VGA) port, one HDMI port (DVI port
optional) and audio jacks for line-in, line-out and mircophone.
In addition, this motherboard supports three SATA 3Gb/s connectors and one SATA
6Gb/s connector for expansion.
Your motherboard package ships with the following items:
Package Contents
NM70-I Motherboard
User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
2 SATA Cables
Accessories may vary, please refer to actual goods you purchase.
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CPU
Specifications
System BIOS
• Intel® NM70 Chipset
Chipset
• Single-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 1 x 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM socket supports up to 8 GB
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
Memory
• 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (runs at x8 mode)
• Supported by Intel
®
NM70 Express Chipset
- 3 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s devices
- 1 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s device
Expansion
Slots
Storage
• 1 x PS/2 Keyboard & PS/2 Mouse connectors
• 1 x HDMI port (DVI port optional)
• 1 x D-sub (VGA) port
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports
• 1 x COM port (optional)
• 1 x Audio port (1 x line-in, 1 x line-out, 1 x Microphone)
Rear Panel I/O
LAN • Realtek 8111E-VL Gigabit LAN (Co-lay with Realtek 8105E-VL
10/100 LAN)
• VIA VT1705
- 6 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
- Compliant with HD audio specification
Audio
• Onboard Intel
®
Celeron ICP847/807 or other Processors
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector
• 1 x 3-pin CPU_FAN connector
• 1 x 3-pin SYS_FAN connector
• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports
• 3 x Serial SATA 3Gb/s connectors
• 1 x Serial SATA 6Gb/s connector
• 1 x Case open header
• 1 x Front Panel switch/LED header
• 1 x Front Panel audio header
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
• 1 x Buzzer (optional)
• 1 x Debug card header
• 1 x LPT header
• 1 x COM header
• 1 x SPDIF Out header
• 1 x Me Unlock header
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list.
Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.
• AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM
- Supports Plug and Play
- Supports ACPI & DMI
- Supports S1 / STR (S3) /STD (S4)
- Supports Hardware monitor
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- Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
- F7 hot key for boot up devices option
- Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)
- Supports Dual Display
- Supports GUI UEFI BIOS II
- Supports Multi-Language
- Supports AC’97/HD Audio auto detect (default)
Form Factor • Mini ITX Size, 170mm x 170mm
• Supports eBLU*/eDLU/eSF*
AP Support
Note: *Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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Motherboard Components
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Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Onboard Intel® Celeron ICP847/807 or other Processors
2. PCIEX16 PCI Express slot for Graphics Interface (runs at x8 mode)
3. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
4. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
5. ME_UNLOCK ME unlock header-for factory use only
6. CASE Case open header
7. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
8. SATA1 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connector
9. SATA2~4 Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors
10. F_USB1~2 Front panel USB 2.0 headers
11. BZ Buzzer (optional)
12. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
13. LDC Debug card header
14. SYS_FAN 3-pin system cooling fan connector
15. CPU_FAN 3-pin CPU cooling fan connector
16. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
17. COM2 Onboard serial port header
18. LPT Onboard parallel port header
19. SO_DIMM1 204-pin DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMM
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I/O Ports
1. PS/2 Mouse (green)
Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 mouse.
2. VGA Port
Connect your monitor to the VGA port.
3. COM1 Port (optional)
Use the COM1 port to connect serial devices such as mice or fax/modems.
4. USB 2.0 Ports
Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.
5. LAN Port
Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
6. Line-in (blue)
It can be connected to an external CD/DVD player, Tape player or other audio
devices for audio input.
7. Line-out (lime)
It is used to connect to speakers or headphones.
8. Microphone (pink)
It is used to connect to a microphone.
9. HDMI Port (DVI port optional)
You can connect the display device to the HDMI/DVI port.
10. PS/2 Keyboard (purple)
Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
LAN LED Status Description
OFF No da ta
Orange blinking Active
OFF No link
Green Link
Activity LED
Link LED
Link LED
LAN Port
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
2-1. Safety Precautions
2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis
This motherboard carries a Mini ITX form factor of 170 x 170 mm. Choose a chassis
that accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the chassis
matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most system
chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds to the
holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and
secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
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.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power
outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware
components.
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
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2-3. Checking Jumper Settings
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
and Exit Setup”.
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
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2-4-1. Installing Memory Modules
• This motherboard accommodates one memory module. It can support
one 204-pin DDR3 1333/1066.
• 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.
• You must install one module in the slot. Total memory capacity is 8 GB.
• Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge
connector match the notches in the DIMM slot.
2-4. Installing Hardware
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2-4-2. 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.
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.
PCIEX16 Slot The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install external PCI Express
graphics cards that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base
Specification revision 2.0, which runs at x8 mode.
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Install the VGA Card in the PCIEX16 slot
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.
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card:
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2-4-3. Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional
devices:
No. Components No. Components
1LDC6ME_UNLOCK
2COM27CASE
3 L PT 8 SATA1~4
4SPDIFO9F_USB1~2
5 F_AUDIO —— ——
1. LDC: Debug Card Header
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2. COM2: Onboard serial port header
Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your
system.
3. LPT: Onboard parallel port header
This header can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.
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4. SPDIFO: SPDIF out header
This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface)
output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.
The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by
default. If you want connect an AC’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers,
please set as below picture.
5. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header
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If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Disabled Front Panel
Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Disabled Front Panel
Detect ” .
* For reference only
AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to
support AC97 Audio mode.
If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Using Front Jack Detect ”. If you
use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of “ Using Front Jack Detect ” .
* For reference only
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6. ME_UNLOCK: ME Unlock Header
7. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header
This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis
equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.
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SATA 1 connector supports the Serial ATA 6Gb/s device, SATA2~4 connectors are used
to support the Serial ATA 3Gb/s device, 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.
8. SATA1~4: Serial ATA connectors
The motherboard has two USB 2.0 headers supporting four USB 2.0 ports. Additionally, some computer cases have USB 2.0 ports at the front of the case. If you have this
kind of case, use auxiliary USB 2.0 connector to connect the front-mounted ports to
the motherboard.
9. F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers
Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup.
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2-4-4. Installing a SATA Hard Drive
This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.
About SATA 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 ATA 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 a SATA power cable. You can connect either
end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.
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.
* For reference only
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After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the
motherboard components. Refer to the following:
2-4-5. Connecting Case Components
No. Components
1ATX_PWR
2SYS_FAN
3CPU_FAN
4F_PANEL
1. ATX_POWER: ATX 24-pin Power Connector
Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER.
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2 & 3 . SYS_FAN (System Cooling FAN Power Connector) &CPU_FAN (CPU cooling FAN Power Connector)
Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A
~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.
Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN.
Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
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4. F_PANEL: Front Panel Header
The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers
commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:
This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.
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 momentary-contact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and
runs POST.
Power Switch
Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at
least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is
due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least
two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.
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About the Setup Utility
The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for
Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup
instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS.
The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information
when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is
configured with the values you stored in CMOS.
The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:
The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before
using the Setup Utility, ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options.
This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.
The Standard Configuration
A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the
future.
This Setup Utility should be used:
• when changing the system configuration
• when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make
changes to the Setup Utility
• when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts
• when making changes to the Power Management configuration
• when changing the password or making other changes to the Security
Setup
Entering the Setup Utility
When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines.
POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines
are completed, the following message appears:
Press DEL to enter SETUP
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Using BIOS
• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals
• Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
• Power Management features
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Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.
Using BIOS
When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the
Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates
which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight
to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing
<Enter>.
Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to
execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.
Some options (marked with an icon ) lead to submenus that enable you to change
the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the
submenu.
Resetting the Default CMOS Values
When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings
Wrong” message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data
at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings and Save
it to reset the default CMOS values.
Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may
also trigger this message.
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The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions
with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default
values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused
by changing the BIOS settings.
BIOS Navigation Keys
The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:
KEY FUNCTION
Scrolls through the items on a menu
+/-
F2 Pr
evious Value
F3 Optimized Defaults
F1 General Help
ESC
Enter Select
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are
denoted by an icon .
F4 Save & Exit
1. For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture
reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The
BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may
differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture’s website for
updated manual.
2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click : select
item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit.
Exits the current menu
Change Opt.
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Main Menu
System Date & Time
The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are
running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make
changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.
This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system
language, date and time.
Choose the system default
language
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
BIOS Information
System Language English
System Date Thu 09/06/2012
System Time 00:29:35
System Language (English)
This item is used to set system language.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other
system.
Advanced Menu
LAN Configuration Parameters
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
LAN Configuration
PC Health Status
Power Management Setup
ACPI Settings
CPU Configuration
SATA Configuration
USB Configuration
Super IO Configuration
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Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Onboard LAN.
LAN Configuration
The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Enabled/Disabled Onboard
LAN 1 Controller
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
LAN Configuration
Onboard LAN Controller Enabled
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PC Health Status
On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the
parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
System Temperature : 50°C
CPU Fan Speed : 1783 RPM
System Fan Speed : 0 RPM
CPU Voltage : 1.164V
DIMM Voltage : 1.528 V
-=- PECI Mode -=Offset to TCC Activation Temp. : -58
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Smart Fan Function
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
CPU Smart Fan Control Enabled
Smart Fan Mode Normal
PC Health Status
Smart Fan Function
High Limit Offset (-) : 30
Low Limit Offset (-) : 40
High Limit PWM : 200
Low Limit PWM : 58
System Smart Fan Control Enabled
Smart Fan Mode Normal
High Limit Offset (-) : 30
Low Limit Offset (-) : 40
High Limit PWM : 200
Low Limit PWM : 58
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
CPU/System Smart Fan Control (Enabled)
These items enable you to define the CPU/system by smartly adjusting the CPU/
system Fan. When it is set at certain temperature, the CPU/system Fan PWM value
will change accordingly.
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Power Management Setup
This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.
Resume By PME (Disabled)
This item specify whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes
when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or components is
detected.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
About Resume by Ring
• System Temperature
• CPU Fan Speed
• System Fan Speed
• CPU Voltage
• DIMM Voltage
System Component Characteristics
These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events,
such as System temperature, CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & System fan speed... etc.
Press <Esc> to return to the PC Health Status page.
Power Management Setup
Resume By RING Disabled
Resume By PME Disabled
Resume By USB (S3) Disabled
Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Disabled
Resume By PS2 MS (S3) Disabled
EUP Function Enabled
Power LED Type Dual Color LED
Resume By RING (Disabled)
An input signal on the serial Ring Indicator (RI) line (in other words, an incoming call
on the modem) awakens the system from a soft off state.
Smart Fan Mode (Normal)
This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a
better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be
auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quite mode, the
fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment. If you choose Silent mode,
the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose
Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjust depending on users’ parameters.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
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ACPI Settings
The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters
suspend.
ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)]
This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State(default).
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Resume By USB (S3) (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the USB device wakeup function from S3
mode.
EUP Function (Enabled)
This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Select the highest ACPI
sleep state the system
will enter when the
SUSPEND button is pressed.
ACPI Settings
ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM)
Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)
This item shows the type of the Power LED.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Resume By PS2 MS (S3) (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system
from power saving mode.
Resume By PS2 KB (S3) (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system
from power saving mode.
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CPU Configuration
The item in the menu shows the CPU Configuration.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU 847 @ 1.10GHz
This is display-only field and diaplays the information of the CPU installed in your
computer.
64-bit (Supported)
This item shows the computer supports EMT64.
Processor Speed (1100MHz)
This item shows the current processor speed.
Processor Stepping (206a7)
This item shows the processor stepping version.
Microcode Revision (28)
This item shows the Microcode version.
Processor Cores (2)
This item shows the core number of the processor.
Intel HT Technology (Not Supported)
This item shows that the computer supports Intel HT Technology or not.
Intel VT-x Technology (Supported)
This item shows that the computer supports Intel VT-x Technology or not.
Number of cores to enable
in each processor package.
Active Processor Cores (All)
This item shows the number of cores to enable in each processor package.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
+/- : Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
ESC/Right Click: Exit
F4: Save & Exit
/Click: Select Item
: Select Screen
CPU Configuration
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU 847 @ 1.10GHz
64-bit Supported
Processor Speed 1100 MHz
Processor Stepping 206a7
Microcode Revision 28
Processor Cores 2
Intel HT Technology Not Supported
Intel VT-x Technology Supported
Active Processor Cores All
Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled
Execute Disable Bit Enabled
Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled
EIST Enabled
Turbo Mode Enabled
CPU C3 Report Enabled
CPU C6 Report Enabled
Enhanced Halt (ClE) Enabled
Configurable TDP TDP NOMINAL
Long duration power limit 0
Long duration maintained 0
Short duration power limit 0
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Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enable
this item to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT
4.0.
Excute Disable Bit (Enabled)
This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application
code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert
code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or
worm propagation. Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit enabled
systems can halt worm attacks, reducing the need for virus related repair.
CPU C3 Report (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C3 (ACPI C2) report to OS.
CPU C6 Report (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C6 (ACPI C3) report to OS.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Intel Virtualization Technology (Enabled)
When disabled, a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided
by Vandor Pool Technology.
EIST (Enabled)
This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology).
Turbo Mode (Enabled)
This item allows you to control the Intel Turbo Boost Technology.
Enhanced Halt (ClE) (Enabled)
Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not running.
Configurable TDP (TDP NOMINAL)
Use this item to reconfigure CPU TDP Levels.
Long duration maintained (0)
Use this item to control the time window over PL1 value should be maintained.
Long duration power limit (0)
CPU will use this power limit during the long duration power limit time window.
Short duration power limit (0)
CPU will use this power limit for a very short duration. After that, the long duration
power limit will be honored.
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ESC/Right Click: Exit
F4: Save & Exit
SATA Configuration
Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.
SATA Mode (IDE Mode)
Use this it
em to select SATA mode.
SATA Port1~4 (Empty)
This motherboard supports four SATA channels, each channel allows one SATA device
to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Determines how SATA
controller(s) operate.
SATA Configuration
SATA Mode IDE Mode
SATA Port1 Empty
SATA Port2 Empty
SATA Port3 Empty
SATA Port4 Empty
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USB Configuration
Use this item to show the information of USB configuration.
Legacy USB Support (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
USB Support Parameters
USB Configuration
All USB Devices Enabeld
Legacy USB Support Enabled
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
All USB Devices (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.
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Super IO Chip (F71869)
This item shows the information of the super IO chip.
Super IO Configuration
Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Set Parameters of Serial
Port 0 (COMA)
Super IO Configuration
Super IO Chip F71869
Serial Port 0 Configuration
Serial Port 1 Configuration
Parallel Port Configuration
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.
Serial Port (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.
Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4)
This item shows the information of the device settings.
Change Settings (Auto)
Use this item to change device settings.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enabled or Disabled Serial
Port (COM)
Serial Port 0 Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Serial Port 0 Configuration
Serial Port Enabled
Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;
Change Settings Auto
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Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.
Serial Port (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.
Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4)
This item shows the information of the device settings.
Change Settings (Auto)
Use this item to change device settings.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enabled or Disabled Serial
Port (COM)
Serial Port 1 Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Serial Port 1 Configuration
Serial Port Enabled
Device Settings IO=2F8h; IRQ=3;
Change Settings Auto
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Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
Parallel Port (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.
Device Settings (IO=378h; IRQ=5)
This item shows the information of the device settings.
Change Settings (Auto)
Use this item to change device settings.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Enabled or Disabled Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE)
Parallel Port Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Parallel Port Configuration
Parallel Port Enabled
Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5;
Change Settings Auto
Device Mode Standard Parallel PO...
Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.
Device Mode (Standard Parallel PO...)
This item shows the information of the device mode.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
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The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge
chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.
Chipset Menu
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:
System Agent (SA)
Parameters
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
System Agent Configuration
PCH Configuration
ME Configuration
/Click: Select Item
System Agent Configuration
IGD Memory (64M)
This item shows the information of the IGD (Internal Graphics Device) memory.
DVMT Memory (256M)
When set to Fixed Mode, the graphics driver will reserve a fixed position of the system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.
IGD Multi-Monitor (Disabled)
This item enables or disables IGD (Internal Graphics devices) multi-monitor.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
Select DVMT 5.0
Pre-Allocated (Fixed)
Graphics Memory size used
by the Internal Graphics
Device.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
/Click: Select Item
System Agent Configuration
IGD Memory 64M
DVMT Memory 256M
IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled
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Multi-Monitor technology
Please note that Multi-Monitor technology supports up to four monitors:
one or two Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics
devices under Windows 7/8.
Multi-Monitor technology can help you to increase the area available for programs
running on a single computer system through using multiple display devices.
It is not only to increase larger screen viewing but aslo to improving personal productivity.
Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel
chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information,
please refer to chapter 4.)
Intel Integrated Graphics
PCI-Express Graphics
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Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set
IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].
Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item,
then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA
GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it.
Select DVMT 5.0
Pre-Allocated (Fixed)
Graphics Memory size used
by the Internal Graphics
Device.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
/Click: Select Item
System Agent Configuration
IGD Memory 64M
DVMT Memory 256M
IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled
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2.Select display devices, set the multiple displays option and to extend destop for
display “Multi-Monitor technology”.
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
3
4
Detect
Identify
3. DELL U2410Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Disconnect this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
You must select Apply before making additional changes.
!
Extend desktop to this display
Disconnect this display
Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8.
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
2
3
4
Detect
Identify
1. DELL U2410Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays:
This is currently your main display.
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
Show the path of the setting location
Display devices
The type of the display
Set the multiple displays
1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items
and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen.
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Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
Detect
Identify
4. AL1717Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Disconnect this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
You must select Apply before making additional changes.
!
3
4
3
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
Detect
Identify
4. AL1717Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
You must select Apply before making additional changes.
!
3
4
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PCH Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)
This item will define your computer power condition after AC power failure.
Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)
This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.
Select AC Power state when
power is re-applied after
a power failure.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
PCH Configuration
Restore AC Power Loss Power Off
Audio Configuration
Azalia HD Audio Enabled
Case Open Warning Disabled
Chassis Opened
Case Open Warning (Disabled)
This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up, and the item
below indicates the current status of the case.
Chassis Opened
This item indicates whether the case has been opened.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
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ME Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
ME FW Version (8.1.0.1248)
This item shows the ME FW version.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Management Engine Technology Configuration
ME FW Version 8.1.0.1248
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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.
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.
Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking
Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Enabled)
When this item is enabled, BIOS will disable the clock signal of free DIMM/PCI slots.
Spread Spectrum (Enabled)
If you enable spread spetrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic
Interference) generated by the system.
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU 847 @ 1.10GHz
This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your
computer.
Processor Speed (1100 MHz)
This item shows the CPU speed.
Memory Frequency (1067 MHz)
This item shows the memory frequency.
Total Memory (2048 MB (DDR3))
This item shows the total memory.
This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The
clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have
installed in your system.
Tweak Menu
Auto Detect DIMM/PCI
Clock
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
ESC/Right Click: Exit
F4: Save & Exit
Tweak
Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk Enabled
Spread Spectrum Enabled
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU 847 @ 1.10GHz
Processor Speed 1100 MHz
Memory Frequency 1067 MHz
Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3)
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This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.
Boot Menu
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
Windows 7 or other OS:
Boot policy for Legacy OS
Windows 8: Boot policy for
UEFI OS without
Compatibility Support
Module (CSM)
Manual: User customized
CSM parameters & Boot
policy
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Boot Configuration
Operation System Select Manual
Bootup NumLock State On
Quiet Boot Enabled
Boot mode select LEGACY
Set Boot Priority
Boot Option #1 Hard Disk
Boot Option #2 CD/DVD
Boot Option #3 USB/Floppy
Boot Option #4 USB CD/DVD
Boot Option #5 USB Hard Disk
Boot Option #6 USB Flash: Kingmax US...
Boot Option #7 Network
USB Key Drive BBS Priorities
CSM parameters
Boot Configuration
This item shows the information of the Boot Configuration.
Operation System Select (Manual)
This item is used to select the operation system.
Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)
The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM.
Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.
Bootup NumLock State (On)
This item enables you to select NumLock state.
Quiet Boot (Enabled)
This item enables or disables quiet boot.
Boot mode select (LEGACY)
Use this item to select boot mode.
Boot Op
tion #1/2/3/4/5/6/7
Use these items to set the system boot order.
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USB Key Drive BBS Priorities
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Boot Option #1 Kingmax USB2.0 Flash...
Sets the system boot order
Boot Option #1 (Kingmax USB2.0 Flash...)
Use this item to set the boot device priority from available USB Key device.
Press <Esc> to return to the Boot Menu page.
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CSM parameters
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Launch CSM Enabled
Launch PXE OpROM policy Do not launch
Launch Storage OpROM policy Legacy only
Launch Video OpROM policy Legacy only
Other PCI device ROM priority Legacy OpROM
Launch CSM (Enabled)
This option controls if CSM
will be launched
This option controls if CSM will be launched.
Launch PXE OpROM policy (Do not Launch)
This controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE OpROM.
Launch Storage OpROM policy (Legacy only)
This controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Storage OpROM.
Launch Video OpROM policy (Legacy only)
This controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Video OpROM.
Other PCI device ROM priority (Legacy OpROM)
For PCI devices other than Network, Mass storage or Video defines which OpROM to
launch.
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This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password.
Security Menu
Administrator Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows administrator password installed or not.
User Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows user password installed or not.
System Mode state (Setup)
This item shows system mode setup or not.
Secure Boot state (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state.
Secure Boot (Enabled)
This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in
User Mode.
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
Set Administrator Password
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Administrator Password Status Not Install
User Password Status Not Install
Administrator Password
System Mode state Setup
Secure Boot state Disabled
Secure Boot Disabled
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This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the
changes.
Exit Menu
Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
Go back to EZ Mode
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Back to EZ Mode
Save Changes and Reset
Discard Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Reset
Save Options
Save Changes
Discard Changes
Restore Defaults
Save as User Defaults
Restore User Defaults
Boot Override
Kingmax USB2.0 FlashDisk1100
Save Options
This item enables you to save the options that you have made.
Save Changes
This item enables you to save the changes that you have made.
Discard Changes
This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made.
Restore Defaults
This item enables you to restore the system defaults.
Discard Changes and Exit
This item enables you to exit system setup without saving any changes.
Save Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset the system setup after saving the changes.
Discard Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset system setup without saving any changes.
Back to EZ Mode
This item enables you to back to EZ mode.
Boot Override
Use this item to select the boot device.
Save as User Defaults
This item enables you to save the changes that you have made as user defaults.
Restore User Defaults
This item enables you to restore the user defaults.
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Updating the BIOS
You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the
manufacturer’s Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:
This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software
supplied with the motherboard.
1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to
allow BIOS flashing.
2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Ad-
vanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS
from being overwritten.)
3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to
Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)
4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer’s
Web site. Copy these files to the bootable device.
5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your computer.
(You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items
on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to
boot from the bootable device first.)
6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the file
name of the new BIOS and then press <Enter>. Example: AFUDOS.EXE
040706.ROM
7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the
computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash
BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from
being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.
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Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software.
The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP/7/8.
When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will
automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it:
Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit.
Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8
Displays the path for all
software and drivers
available on the disk.
Open Windows Explorer
and show the contents
of the support disk.
Click “Exit” button to
close the Auto-Setup
window.
Browse CD:
Click the “Setup”
button to select and
run the software
installation program.
Click the “ Utilities”
button to select and
install ECS Intelligent
Utility.
Information:
Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the
motherboard:
The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be
different according to the motherboard you are installing.
1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:
Running Setup
The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.
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2. Click Next. The following screen appears:
3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.
Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the
onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.
Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart, you
must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver.
4. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:
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Windows 7/8 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after
the system restart. You must select “Yes” to install the next driver. Continue
this process to complete the drivers installation.
If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install
drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look
for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path
t
o begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that
automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have
the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.
Manual Installation
ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) (Optional)
ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes
your computing more easily and conveniently.
If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program, browse to the operating s
ystem subfolder and locate the readme text file (README.TXT or README.DOC)
for information on installing the driver or software for your operating system.
These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please
refer to the support disk for available software.
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eBLU
ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS
with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install.
eDLU
ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle
by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to
download and install the drivers.
eSF
eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance
with your PC’s system loading and temperature.
It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to
optimize your system cooling environment.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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Chapter 5
Trouble Shooting
Start up problems during assembly
After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up
problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this
chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic
troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information:
a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.
1. Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and
other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard,
CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. Make sure the power cord is
plugged into the wall socket & the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned
“ on “ as well. Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running.
2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as
screwdrivers from the inside PC case. This is to prevent damage from short circuit.
3. Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard.
4. For Intel platforms check the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bent. A bent
pin may cause failure to boot and sometimes permanent damage from short circuit.
b) Power is on, fans are running but there is no display
1. Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected
to the PC.
2. Check the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly.
3. Listen for beep sounds. If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is
connected.
a. continuous 3 short beeps: memory not detected
b. 1 long beep and 8 short beeps: VGA not detected
c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.
1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Apply
the thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink & ensure the CPU fan is well-connected
with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system
is running.
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2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at
default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.
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Start up problems after prolong use
After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This
may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as
HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause
of failure.
1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper. Refer to CLR_CMOS jumper
in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual. When completed,
follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup.
2. Check the CPU cooler fan for dust. Long term accumulation of dust will reduce its
effectiveness to cool the processor. Clean the cooler or replace a new one if
necessary.
3. Remove the hard drive, optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of
these components may be at fault.
4. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal
component.
Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and
maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the
motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.
1
. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the
PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.
2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and
areas of high moisture content.
3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.
4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once
every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.
5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the
system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.
6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the
wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.
Maintenance and care tips
Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/
Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information.
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