ECS P55H-A2 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
Describes features of the
motherboard.
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Describes installation of
motherboard components.
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Provides information on using
the BIOS Setup Utility .
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Describes the motherboard
software
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Chapter 5
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Intel
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RAID Configurations
Chapter 6
Setting Up eJIFFY
Chapter 7 Provides basic trouble shoot-
Trouble Shooting
Describes the Intel
Storage Man ager RAID Configurations
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Chapter 1 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......................................................................16
Connecting Optional Devices................................................18
Installing a Hard Disk Drive................................................20
Connecting I/O Device s.............................................................21
Connecting Case Components.....................................................22
Front Panel Header...............................................................25
Chapter 3 27
Using BIOS 27
About the Setup Utility ........................ ......................................... 27
The Standar d Configuration...................................................27
Entering the Setup Utility.......................................................27
Resetting the Default CMOS Values....................................28
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Using BIOS......................................................................................29
Standard CMOS Setup..........................................................30
Advanced Setup.....................................................................32
Adva nced Chi pset Setup........................................................34
Integrated Peripherals..........................................................34
Power Management Setup.....................................................36
PCI/PnP Setup......................................................................37
PC Health Status...................................................................38
M.I.B.II (MB Intelligent BIOSII)...........................................42
Load Default Settings............................................................44
Supervisor Password............................................................44
User Password......................................................................45
Save & Exit Setup..................................................................45
Exit Without Saving...............................................................45
Updating the BIOS................................................................46
Chapter 4
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Using the Motherboard Software 47
About the Software DV D-ROM/CD-ROM..................................47
Auto-installing under W indows XP/Vista/7...............................47
Running Setup..........................................................................48
Ma nual Installation........................................................................50
Utility Software Reference........................................................50
Chapter 5
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Intel® Matrix Storage Ma nager RAID Configurations 51
Before creating a RAID set...........................................................51
Entering Intel
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Matrix Storage M a nager RAID BIOS utility ....52
Creating a RAID set.......................................................................54
Deleting a RAID set.......................................................................55
Resetting disks to Non-RAID......................................................56
Exiting Setup...................................................................................56
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Chapter 6
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Setting Up eJIFFY 57
Introduction....................................................................................57
Installation a nd BIOS Setup.........................................................58
Entering eJIFFY
Features Icons
Usage FAQ..............................................................................................63
Chapter 7
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T r ouble Shooting 75
Start up problems during asse mbly...................................................75
Start up problems after prolong use.................................................76
Maintena nce a nd care ti ps.................................................................76
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart....................................................77
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Memo
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the P55H-A2 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1156
socket for Intel
desktop markets.
This motherboard is based on Intel
solution.
peripheral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. This
motherboard supports up to 16 GB of system memory with
1333/1066 MHz
specification at 33 MHz. High resolution graphics via three PCI Express slots,
intended for Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0. Additionally, one PCI Express x16 slot is supported, fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specificaiton revision 2.0 as well. It implements an
EHCI compliant interface that provides fourteen USB 2.0 ports (eight USB ports and
three USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB ports). It also supports Intel
Matrix Storage Technology, providing both AHCI and RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 configuration.
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors, one LAN port, eight USB ports, one
COM port and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6/8-channel (optional) lineout.
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Lynnfield/Clarkdale processors for high-end business or personal
®
P55 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance Hyper-Threading
. Three PCI slots are supported, fully compliant with PCI rev 2.3
P55 Express Chipset for best desktop platform
dual channel DDR3
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Feature
Processor
The motherboard uses an LGA1156 type of socket that carries the following
features:
• Accommodates Intel® Lynnfield/Clarkdale processors
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
“Hyper-Threading” technology enables the operating system into thinking
it’s hooked up to two processors, allowing two threads to be run in parallel, both
on separate “logical” processors within the same physical processor.
Chipset
The Intel P55 Express Chipset is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance.
• Support Intel® Matrix Storage T echnology , providing both AHCI a nd RAID
0, 1, 5 and 10 configuration.
• One x16 PCI Express Gen2 ports ea ch supporting up to 8 GB/s dire ction
peak bandwidth
• Compliant with PCI Rev 2.3 interface at 33 MHz
• Integrated SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• Fourteen USB 2.0 ports supported
• Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) support
• Enhanced DMA Controller, interrupt controller, and timer functions
Memory
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture
• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 4 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB
• Supports 1 Gb, 2 Gb and 4 Gb DDR3 DRAM technologies for x8 and x16
devices (It is not recommended to use 512 Mb DD R3 memory device on
this motherboard)
Audio (optional)
• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• Exceeds Microsoft Windows Logo Program (WLP) Requirements
• ADCs support 44.1K/48K/88.2K/96K/192KHz sample rate
• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V
• Compliant with Intel High Definition Audio Specification Rev. 1.0
• Exceeds Microsoft Windows Logo Program (WLP) Requirements
• Power Supply: Digital:3.3V Analog:5.0V
• Meets Microsoft WLK1.2 and Conforms to the Requirements of Windows Hardware Quality Labs Testing (WHQL)
Introducing the Motherboard
Onboard LAN
• Onboard PCI-Express LAN controller
• Supports 10/100/1000 Mbit Ethernet (optional 10/100 Ethernet only
available)
• Support Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 slots for Graphic Interface
• Three PCI Express x1 slots
• Three 32-bit PCI v2.2 compliant slot
• Six 7-pin SATA connectors
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
• One Serial Port
• One LAN port
• Eight USB ports
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6/8-ch (optional) line-out
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BIOS Firmware
This 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.II 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.
Introducing the Motherboard
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Specifications
CPU
• CPU LGA1156 socket for latest Intel
processors
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
®
Lynnfield/Clarkdale
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
Storage
Audio
LAN
Rear Panel I/O
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
• Intel P55 Express Chipset
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM
• 1 x PCI Express Gen2 x16 slot
• 3 x PCI Express x1 slots
• 3 x PCI slots
• Supported by Intel P55 Express Chipset
• 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
• Supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
• VIA VT1705 & VT1818S (optional)
• Realtek811 1DL PCIE GigaLAN Controller & 8103 10/100 LAN
Controller (optional)
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connector
• 8 x USB ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (Line in, microphone in, 6/8-ch optional line
out)
• 6 x Serial ATA connectors
• 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports
• 1 x Front panel header
• 1 x Chassis Intrusion Detect header
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• 1 x Speaker header
• CPU_FAN/SYS_F AN/PW R_FAN connectors
System BIOS
Form Factor • ATX Size, 305mm x 210mm
• AMI BIOS with 16Mb SPI ROM
• Supports Plug and Play 1.0A, APM 1.2, Multi Boot, DMI
• Supports ACPI revision 1.0 specification
Introducing the Motherboard
Motherboard Components
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Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket
2. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
3. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
4. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
5. SATA1~6 Serial ATA connectors
6. CASE Chassis detect header
7. SPK Speaker Header
8. PWR_FAN Power cooling fan connector
9. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
10. SPI_DEBUG
11. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
12. ME_UNLOCK ME unlock header - For Factory use only.
13. F_USB1~3 Front panel USB headers
14. SPDIFO SPDIFO out header
15. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
16. PCI1~3 32-bit add-on card slots
17. PCIE1~3 PCI Express x1 slots
18. PCIE16X PCI Express x16 slot for graphics interface
19. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
20. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector
LGA1156 socket for Intel
SPI debu
header - For Factory use only.
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Lynnfield/Clarkdale processors
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This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
Introducing the Motherboard
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Memo
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the ATX system case. Some features on the motherboard
are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches
on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the features required.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 x 210 mm. Choose a case that
accommodates this form factor.
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Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT.
SHORT OPEN
Installing the Motherboard
Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
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Jumper Settings
Jumper
CLR_CMOS
To avoid the system unstability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users
to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then
“Save and Exit Setup”.
Type
Description Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
3-pin
Clear CMOS
2-3: CLEAR CMOS
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn off the system.
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CLR_CMOS
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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 LGA1156 socket. When choosing a processor, consider the
performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor
design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity
of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking
When end-users encounter failure after attempting over-clocking, please take the
following steps to recover from it.
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Press and hold the “Page Up Key (PgUp)” of the keyboard, and then boot the PC
up.
3. Two seconds after the PC boots up, release the “Page Up Key (PgUp)”.
4. The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself.
Installing the Motherboard
CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Opening of the Load Plate
· Put your thumb on the tail of the load
plate and press the tail down.
· Rotate the load plate to fully open
position.
B. Disengaging of the Load Lever
· Hold the hook of lever and pull it to the
left side to clear retention tab.
· Rotate the load lever to fully open
position.
C. Removing the Cap
· Be careful not to touch the contact at
any time.
D. Inserting the Package
· Grasp the package. Ensure to gra sp on
the edge of the substrate.
· Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your
bottom-left side.
· Aim at the socket and pla ce the pa ckage
carefully into the socket by purely
vertical motion.
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E. Closing the Load Plate
· Rotate the load plate onto the package
IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader).
· Engage the load lever while pressing
down lightly onto the load plate.
· Secure the load lever with the hook
under retention tab.
F. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base
onto the CPU socket on the motherboard.
G. 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.
Installing the Motherboard
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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 LGA1156 socket.
Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin
DDR3 1333/1066. The total memory capacity is 16 GB.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 1066 533 MHz
DDR3 1333 667 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Total memory capacity
is 16 GB.
The four DDR3 memory sockets (DDR3_1, DDR3_2, DDR3_3 and DDR3_4) are
divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
Channel A: DDR3_1, DDR3_2
ff
Channel B: DDR3_3, DDR3_4
ff
Recommend memory configuration
Mode
2 DIMMs - Populated - P opul ated
3 DIMMs Populat ed Populat ed Populat ed
3 DIMMs Populat ed Populat ed Populat ed
4 DIMMs Populat ed Populat ed Populat ed Populat ed
Due to Intel CPU spec definition, the system will not boot if only one
DIMM is installed in DDR3_1 or DDR3_3. Follow the table above for
recommended memory configuration.
DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4
Sockets
Installing the Motherboard
1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users
give priority to the yellow DIMMs (DDR3_2/DDR3_4) when installing DIMMs.
2. We suggest users not mix memor y type. It is recommended to use
the same brand and type memory on this motherboard.
Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging
until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the
modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal
parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SDRAM .
2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be
installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to
the edges of the DIMM.
6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.
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Installing the Motherboard
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Ta ble A: DDR3 (me mory module) QVL (Qualified V endor List)
The following DDR3 2133 (OC)/1800/1600/1333/1066 memory modules have been
tested and qualified for use with this motherboard.
Type
DDR3 1066
DDR3 1333
Size Vendor Module Name
512 M B
2 GB
1 GB
ELPIDA
Hynix
Kingston
Micron
Ramaxel
Samsung
Elix ir
Hynix
Kingston
Micron
Samsung
A-data AD31333 001GOU(AD 63I1A08)
Apacer
Hynix
KingMax
Kingston
Micron
PSC
Ramaxel
Samsung
ilicon Powe
PC3-8500U-7-00-AP
HYMT112U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT112U6AFP 8C-G7N0 AA
KVR1066D3N7/1G
M T8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
M T8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1
RMR1810NA48E 7F-1066-LF
Golden Bar M378B2873DZ1-CF8
0818
M 2Y2G64CB8HA9N-BE 0922.TW
HMT125U6AFP 8C-G7N0 AA
HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
KVR1066D3N7/4G 9905403-
028.A00LF
M T16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
M T16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1
M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
78.01GC6.9L0
HMT112U6AFP 8C-H 9N0 AA
FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAES
FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAUS
KVR1333D3N9/1G
M T8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
M T8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1
AL7F8G73D-DG1
RMR1810K D48E7F -1333
M 378B 28 73DZ1-CH9
M 378B 2873 EH1-CH9
SP001GBLTU133S01
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Type
DDR3 1333
DDR3 1600
DDR3 1800
DDR3 2133
Size Vendor Module Name
A-data AD3U1333B 2G9-B
Apacer 78.A1GC6.9L1
Elix ir
Hynix
KingMax
2 GB
Kingston
Mic ron
PSC
Samsung
ilicon Pow e
4GB Ki ngston
1 GB KingMax FLG D45F-B8KG9 NEES
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-DG 0928.TWr
2GB
KingMax FLGE85F-B8KG9 NEES
1 GB Kingston
2 GB Kingston FLGE85F-B8KG9 N EES
M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG 0903.TW
M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-CG 0920.TW
HMT125U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEES
FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEES
KVR1333D 3N9/2G
Kingston/KVR1333D3N9/2G
9905403-011.A03LF/
MT16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
M T8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1
AL8F8G73D-DG1
M 378B5673E H1-CH9
SP002GBLTU133S01
KVR1333D 3N9/4G
KHX14400D3K 3/3GX
User please be noted that DDR3 2133/1800/1600MHz is validated to run at
1333Mhz only. Suggest to use XMP module and ECS MIB II BIOS for better
performance.
Installing the Motherboard
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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 Slot
PCIE1~3 Slots
PCI1~3 Slots
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card
carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually
configure the card before installation.
The PCI Express slot is used to install an external PCI Express
graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen 1.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express
Base Specification revision 1.0a.
This motherboard are equipped with three standard PCI slots. PCI
stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a bus standard
for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a supplement of the
older ISA bus standard. The PCI slots on this board are PCI v2.3
compliant.
Installing the Motherboard
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the
slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
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1. 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.
2. The onboard PCI interface does not support 64-bit SCSI cards.
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
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
SAT A1~6: Seri al A T A connectors
These connectors are used to support the Serial ATA devices for the highest data
transfer rates (3.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.
Pin Signal Name
1 Ground 2 TX+
3 TX- 4 Ground
5 RX- 6 RX+
7 Ground - -
Pin Signal Name
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F_USB1~3: Front Panel USB headers
The motherboard has eight 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.
Pin Signal Name Function
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 USB_FP_OC0 NC pin
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.
CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect He ader
When enabled 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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Pin 1-2 Function
Short Case Open
Open Case Close
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.
Pin Signal Name
1 SPDIFOUT
2 +5V
3 Key
4 GND
IPS: Intelligent Power Saving
IPS s an advancedpower system that provides better energy efficiency
for the processors. The energy canbe greatly saved during idle operation or
other low load conditions which can be confirmed through IPS indicator LED.
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Red: FULL LOAD
Yellow: NORMAL LOAD
Green: LOW LOAD
Green: LIGHT LOAD
Installing a SATA Hard Drive
This section describes how to install SATA devices.
About SAT A Connectors
Your motherboard features six SATA connectors supporting a total of six 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 AT A Hard Drives
To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the
Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can
connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the
motherboard.
SATA cable
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.
This motherboard supports the “Hot-Plug” function.
(optional) SATA power cable (optional)
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