ECS P45T-A User Manual
Preface
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’ s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur
le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
Chapter 5
ATI Crossf ireX
Chapter 6
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Intel
Matrix Storage Manager
RAID Configurations
Chapter 7
Setting Up eJIFFY
Chapter 8
Trouble Shooting
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Te chnology Support
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motherboard components.
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CrossfireX
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Storage Manager RAID Configurations
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setting up
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction......................................................................................1
Feature ..............................................................................................2
Specifications...................................................................................4
Motherboard Components.............................................................5
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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/SAT A Har d Drive...18
Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive.....................................19
Connecting I/O Device s...............................................................20
Connecting Case Components....................................................21
Front Panel Header...........................................................24
Chapter 3
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Using BIOS 25
About the Setup Utility ................................................................ 25
The Standar d Configuration...............................................25
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Entering the Setup Utility....................................................25
Resetting the Default CMOS V alues...................................26
Using BIOS.....................................................................................27
Standard CMOS Setup.......................................................28
Advanced Setup..................................................................30
Advanced Chi pset Setup.....................................................32
Integrated Peripherals.......................................................33
Power Ma nagement Setup.................................................34
PCI/PNP Configuration.....................................................35
PC Health Status................................................................36
M.I.B. (MB Intelligent BIOS).............................................38
Load Default Settings........................................................40
Supervisor Password.........................................................40
User Password...................................................................41
Save & Exit Setup...............................................................41
Exit Without Saving............................................................41
Updating the BIOS.............................................................42
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Using the Motherboard Software 43
About the Software DV D-ROM/CD-ROM..................................43
Auto-installing under W indows XP/Vista/7...............................43
Running Setup....................................................................44
Ma nual Installation........................................................................46
Utility Software Reference............................................................46
Chapter 5
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A TI CrossFireX™ Technology Support 47
Requirements..................................................................................47
Installing a single graphics card..................................................47
Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cards......................................48
The Catalyst™ Control Center Dialog Box.................................50
View.....................................................................................50
To Enable CrossFireX™.....................................................50
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Chapter 6
Intel® Matrix Storage Ma nager RAID Configurations 51
Before creating a RAID set...........................................................51
Entering Intel® Matrix Storage M a nager RAID BIOS utility ...52
Creating a RAID set.......................................................................53
Deleting a RAID set.......................................................................55
Resetting disks to Non-RAID......................................................56
Exiting Setup...................................................................................56
Chapter 7
Setting Up eJIFFY 57
Introduction................................................................................57
Installation a nd BIOS Setup.........................................................58
Entering eJIFFY.....................................................................................61
Features Icons.........................................................................................62
Usage FAQ..............................................................................................63
Chapter 8
T r ouble Shooting 67
Start up problems during asse mbly.............................................67
Start up problems after prolong use............................................68
Maintena nce a nd care ti ps...........................................................68
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart..............................................69
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Memo
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the P45T-A motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA775 socket
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Intel
Yorkfield/Wolfdale/CoreTM 2 Duo processors for high-end business or personal
desktop markets.
The motherboard incorporates the Intel Eaglelake P45 Northbridge (NB) and Intel
ICH10R Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports a Front Side Bus (FSB)
frequency of 1333/1066/800 MHz using a scalable FSB Vcc_CPU. The memory
controller supports DDR2 memory DIMM frequencies of 800/667. It supports four
DDR2 sockets with maximum memory size of 16 GB. High resolution graphics via
two PCI Express x16 slots, intended for Graphics Interface, are fully compliant to
the PCI Express Base Specification Revision 2.0. It supports the ATI CrossFireX
Technology that allows you to install GPU graphics cards.
The ICH10R Southbridge supports two PCI slots which are PCI v2.3 compliant. It
implements an EHCI compliant interface that provides 480 Mb/s bandwidth for
twelve USB 2.0 ports (six USB ports and three USB 2.0 headers support additional six
USB ports). One onboard IDE connector supports two IDE devices in Ultra ATA 133/
100/66/33 mode. The Southbridge supports six SATA ports with maximum transfer
rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each. It supports Intel
both AHCI and RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 configuration.
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Matrix Storage Technology, providing
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There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and
keyboard connectors, one serial port, one eSATA port, six USB ports, one LAN port
and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out.
Introducing the Motherboard
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Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses an LGA775 type of Intel
Duo that carries the following features:
•
Accommodates Intel
sors
• Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800 MHz
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Intel® Yorkfield/Wolfdale/CoreTM 2 Duo proces-
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Yorkfield/Wolfdale/CoreTM 2
Chipset
The P45 Northbridge (NB) and ICH10R Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based on an
innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.
P45 (NB)
ICH10R (SB)
• Supports 36-bit host bus addressing, allowing the
CPU to access the entire 64 GB of the memory address space.
• 2 GB/s point-to-point Direct Media Interface (DMI) to
ICH10 (1 GB/s each direction)
• Two PCI Express x16 slots, intended for Graphics
Interface, are fully compliant to the PCI Express Base
cification Revision 2.0.
Spe
• Supports 512-Mb and 1-Gb DDR2 and 512-Mb, 1Gb,and 2-Gb DDR3 DRAM technologies for x8 and
x16 devices
• Enhanced DMA Controller , interrupt controller , and timer
functions
• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification, revision 1.1
• Compliant with PCI v2.3 specificaiton
• Compliant with SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to
twelve USB 2.0 ports
• Supports Intel® Matrix Storage Technology, providing
both AHCI and RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 configuration
Memory
• Supports DDR2 800/667 DDR2 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture
• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 4 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB
Audio
• RealT ek ALC883 7.1ch High Definition audio CODEC
Onboard LAN
• Gigabit LAN, Athlos L1 PCIe GigaLAN controller
Introducing the Motherboard
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• Two PCI Express x16 slots for Graphics Interface
• Two PCI Express x1 slots
• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• One IDE connector supporting up to two IDE devices
• One floppy disk drive interface
• Six 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 eSATA port
• Six USB ports
• One LAN port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch 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
• ECS M.I.B. BIOS
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 50 °C.
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Specifications
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CPU
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
Storage
Audio
LAN
Rear Panel I/O
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
System BIOS
Form Factor • ATX Size, 305mm x 244mm
• LGA775 socket for Intel
porcessors
• FSB 1333/1066/800 MHz
• Intel Eaglelake P45 & ICH10R
• North Bridge: Intel Eaglelake P45
• South Bridge: Intel ICH10R
• Dual-channel DDR2 memory architecture
• 4 x 240-pin DDR DIMM socket support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR2 800/667 DDRII SDRAM
• 2 x PCI Express x16 slots
• 2 x PCI Express x1 slots
• 2 x PCI slots
• Support by Intel ICH10R
• 6 x Serial ATAII devices
• Supports RAID0, 1, 5, 10
• Support by JMicron
• 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 device
• 4 x 240-pin DDR DIMM socket support up to 16 GB
• 1 x e-SATAII 3.0 Gb/s device
• RealT ek ALC883 7.1ch High Definition audio CODEC
• Gigabit LAN, Athlos L1 PCIe GigaLAN controller
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connectors
• 6 x USB ports
• 1 x e-SATA port
• 1 x COM port
• 1 x RJ 45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (1x Line in, 4x Line out, 1x Optical SPDIF Out)
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector & 8-pin 12V connector
• 1 x IDE connector
• 6 x Serial ATA connectors
• 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports
• 1 x Clear CMOS header
• 1 x Front panel header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• 1 x CD_in header
• CPUFAN/SYSFAN connectors
• 1 x Reset buttom
• 1 x Power on buttom
• AMI BIOS with 8Mb SPI ROM
• Supports Plug and Play, STR/STD, Hardware monitor, PCI
interrupt selection, ACPI & DMI, CPU FSB adjustment (increase of 1MHz)
• Supports ACPI revision 1.0 specification
Yorkfield/Wolfdale/CoreTM 2 Duo
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JMB361
Introducing the Motherboard
Motherboard Components
Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL CO MPONENTS
1. CPU Socket
2. CPU_ FAN1 CPU coolin g fan co nnect or
3. DDR2_DIMM1~4 240-pin DDR2 SDRAM slots
4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-Pin ATX Power connector
5. SATA1~6 Serial AT A co nnect ors
6. RST _BOT Reset butt on
7. P WR_BOT P ower on butto n
8. F_P ANE L Front Pan el Switch /LED header
9. CASE_FAN Case cooling fan connector
10. F_USB1~3 Front P an el USB headers
11. USBPWR_F1~2 Front Panel USB Power Select jumpers
12. SPK Speaker h eader
13. CLR_CMOS Clear CMO S jum per
14. IDE Primary IDE connector
15. FDD Floppy disk drive conn ector
16. F_AUDIO Front Panel Audio header
17. CD_IN Analog Audio Input connector
18. SPDIFO SPDI F o ut h eader
19. PCI2~3 32-bit add-on card slot s
20. PCIE16X_1~2 PCI Express x16 graphics card slots
21. PCIE1/3 P CI Express x1 slots
22. USBPWR_R1~2 Rear USB/PS2 Power Select jumper s
23. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector
24. SYS_FAN1 System cooling fan connector
LGA775 socket Intel
Duo processors
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
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Yorkfield/Wolfdale/CoreTM 2
Introducing the Motherboard
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Memo
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the ATX system case. 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 ATX form factor of 305 x 244 mm. Choose a case that
accommodates this form factor.
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Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.
Installing the Motherboard
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT
SHORT OPEN
Installing the Motherboard
Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
Jumper Settings
Jumper Type Description Setting (default)
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
9
USBPWR_R1~2
To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
1.
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings”
and then “Save & Exit Setup”.
Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before se-
2.
lecting the 5VSB function.
3.
It is required that users place the USBPWR_F1~2 & USBPWR_R1~2
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-pinUSBPWR_F1~2
Rear USB/PS2
Power Select
Jumper
Front Pa
USB Power
Select Jumper
nel
1-2: VCC5
2-3: 5VSB
1-2: VCC5
2-3: 5VSB
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USBPWR_R1~2
1
USBPWR_F1~2
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Installing Hardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that
you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes
across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard
or its components.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near the
processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly
installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips.
Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly
see the motherboard and processor socket.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system
bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change the settings in the system
Setup Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or
other components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components
that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the
power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
This motherboard has an LGA775 socket. When choosing a processor, consider the
performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor
design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity
of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
Installing the Motherboard
CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Read and follow the instructions shown
on the sticker on the CPU cap.
B. Unload the cap
· Use thumb & forefinger to hold the
lifting tab of the cap.
· Lift the cap up and remove the cap
completely from the socket.
C. Open the load plate
· Use thumb & forefinger to hold the
hook of the lever, pushing down and
pulling aside unlock it.
· Lift up the lever.
· Use thumb to open the load plate. Be
careful not to touch the contacts.
D. Install the CPU on the socket
· Orientate CPU package to the socket.
Make sure you match triangle marker
to pin 1 location.
E. Close the load plate
· Slightly push down the load plate onto
the tongue side, and hook the lever.
· CPU is locked completely.
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F. Apply thermal grease on top of the CPU.
G. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base
onto the CPU socket on the motherboard.
H. Make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the
CPU fan connector. Please refer to the
CPU cooling fan user’s manual for more
detail installation procedure.
1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest
that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and
heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/
heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
2. DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a
CPU.
3. Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted
only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
Installing the Motherboard
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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin
DDR2 800/667. The total memory capacity is 16 GB.
DDR2 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR2 667 333 MHz
DDR2 800 400 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Each module can be
installed with 4 GB of memory; total memory capacity is 16 GB.
Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until
you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only
by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always
wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR2 SDRAM only.
2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be
installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to
the edges of the DIMM.
6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.
Installing the Motherboard
Ta ble A: DDR2 (memory module) QVL (Qualified V endor List)
The following DDR2 800/667 memory modules have been tested and qualified for
use with this motherboard.
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Type Size Vendor Module Name
AD 29 608A 88-3 EG
M 2OA D5 G 3H 31 66I 1C 52
8D23J K -T T
TM M 6208 G 8M 30 B
Elpi da 1GB AM4B5708GEWS7E-
78.01G9O.9K5
0637 F
A L7E 8E63 B -6E1T
AL 7E8E 63J -6E 1 PSC
A L7E 8F 73C -6E 1
K H X6400 D 2U LK2/1G
K VR 800D2N5 /51 2
K H X6400 D 2U LK2/2G
KV R800D 2N 5/ 1G
DDR2 667
DDR2 800
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
A-DATA
Apacer 78.91G 92.9K5
APOGE E AU51 082-667P 005
Corsair 64M8CFE PS1000545
Infinity 0547W64M8 PC5300
Micron M T4HTF6464AY-667E1
PSC AL 6E8E 63J-6E1
Samsung K4T51083QC
Twinm os
A-DATA M2OA D5G3I4176I1C52
Apac er
APOGE E AU1G 082-667P 005
Infineon HYB18T512800BF3S
Micron M T8HTF12864AY-667E1
Twinmos 8D23KK-TT
Aeneon AET860UD00-30DB0 8X
Apacer 78.A 1G9O.9K4
Hynix HYMP125U64AP8-Y5-AB-A
Le ad M ax Lea d Ma x LD 5P S1G 831
PSC AL8E8F73C-6E1
Qimon da HYS64T256020E U-3S-C2
A-DATA M2OA D6G3H3160I1E 53
Infinity 04751208CZ5U2D
Kingston
Micron MT8HTF6464AY-80ED4
UMAX U2S12D30TP-8E
Aeneon AET760UD00-25DC08X
Apacer 78.01GA0.9K5
Infinity 04701G16CZ5U2G
Kingston
Hexon NCPT7AUDR-25M48
Aeneon AET860UD00-25DC08X
Apacer 78.A1GA0.9K4
Micron M T16HTF25664AY-800E1
PSC AL8E8F73C-8E1
Qimonda HYS64T256020EU-25F-C2
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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.
PCIE16X_1~2
Slots
PCIE1/3 Slots
PCI2~3 Slots This motherboard is equipped with two standard PCI slots.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card
carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually
configure the card before installation.
The PCI Express x16 slots are used to install the external PCI
Express graphics cards that are fully compliant to the PCI
Express Base Specification Revision 2.0. For CrossFireX
information please refer to Chapter 5.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI
Express Base Specification Revision 1.1.
PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a
bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a
supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slots on
this board are PCI v2.3 compliant.
Installing the Motherboard
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Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the
slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network
adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin
using the add-on card.
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Installing the Motherboard
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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
SPDIFO: SPDIF out header
This is an optional header that provides an S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface)
output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.
Pin Signal Name Function
1 SPDIF SPDIF digital output
2 +5VA 5V analog Power
3 Key N o pin
4 GND Ground
Installing the Motherboard
F_USB1~3: Front Panel USB headers
The motherboard has six USB ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have
this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to
the motherboard.
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Pin Signal Name
1 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power
2 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power
3 USB_FP_P0- USB Port 0 Negative Signal
4 USB_FP_P1- USB Port 1 Negative Signal
5 USB_FP_P0+ USB Port 0 Positive Signal
6 USB_FP_P1+ USB Port 1 Positive Signal
7 GND Ground
8 GND Ground
9 Key No pin
10 NC Not connected
Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as
indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system
hang-up.
Function
SAT A1~6: Seri al A T A connectors
These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest date
transfer rates (3.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.
Pin Signal Name
1 Ground 2 TX+
3 TX- 4 Ground
5 RX- 6 RX+
7 Ground - -
Pin Signal Name
CD_IN: Analog Audio Input connector
Pin Signal Name Function
1 CD_L CD In left channel
2 GND Ground
3 GND Ground
4 CD_R CD In right channel
Installing the Motherboard
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