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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
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Intel
Matrix Storage Manager
RAID Configurations
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Trouble Shooting
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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/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive...21
Connecting I/O Devices.................................................................22
Connecting Case Components.....................................................23
Front Panel Header...............................................................26
Chapter 3 27
Using BIOS 27
About the Setup Utility ........................ ......................................... 27
The Standard Configuration...................................................27
Entering the Setup Utility.......................................................27
Resetting the Default CMOS Values...................................28
Using BIOS......................................................................................29
Standard CMOS Setup..........................................................30
Advanced Setup.....................................................................32
Advanced Chipset Setup.........................................................35
Integrated Peripherals...........................................................36
Power Management Setup.....................................................37
PCI/PnP Setup.......................................................................39
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PC Health Status...................................................................39
Frequency/Voltage Contr ol....................................................42
Load Default Settings............................................................43
Supervisor Password............................................................43
User Password......................................................................44
Save & Exit Setup...................................................................44
Exit Without Saving.................................................................44
Updating the BIOS..................................................................45
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software 47
About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM.................................47
Auto-installing under Windows XP/V ista/7...............................47
Running Setup.......................................................................48
Manual Installation........................................................................50
Utility Software Reference........................................................50
Chapter 5
Intel® Matrix Storage Manager RAID Configurations 51
Before creating a RAID set...........................................................51
Entering Intel® Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS utility...52
Creating a RAID set.......................................................................53
Deleting a RAID set.......................................................................55
Resetting disks to Non-RAID......................................................56
Exiting Setup...................................................................................56
Chapter 6
T r ouble Shooting 57
Start up problems during assembly............................................57
Start up problems after prolong use.............................................57
Maintenance and care tips.............................................................58
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart................................................59
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the P55H-CM motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1156
socket for Intel
markets.
This motherboard is based on Intel
solution. P55 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance Hyper-Threading
peripheral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. This
motherboard supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3
1333/1066 MHz. One PCI slot is supported, fully compliant with PCI rev 2.3
specification at 33MHz. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express slot, intended
for Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification
revision 2.0. It implements an EHCI compliant interface that provides twelve USB
2.0 ports (six USB ports and three USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB ports).
It 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, LPT1, one LAN port, six USB ports,
and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out.
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Lynnfield processor for high-end business or personal desktop
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P55 Express Chipset for best desktop platform
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Feature
Processor
The motherboard uses an LGA1156 type of socket that carries the following
features:
• Accommodates Intel® Lynnfield processor
• 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 and RAID
0, 1, 5 and 10 configuration.
• One x16 PCI Express Gen2 ports each supporting up to 8 GB/s direction peak bandwidth
• Compliant with PCI Rev 2.3 interface at 33 MHz
• Integrated SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• Twelve 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 DDR3 memory device on
this motherboard)
Audio (optional)
• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• ADCs support 44.1k/48k/96kHz sample rate
• Meets Microsoft WLP 3.10 Vista premium and mobile PCs audio
requirements
• Direct Sound 3DTM compatible
• 5.1Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• Exceeds Microsoft Windows Logo Program (WLP) Requirements
• ADCs support 44.1K/48K/96K/192KHz sample rate
• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V
• 7.1 + 2 channel High Definition Audio Codec
• All DACs Support 192k/96k/48k/44.1kHz DAC sample rate
• High –quality analog differential CD input
• Meets Microsoft WHQL/WLP 3.0 audio requirements
• Direct Sound 3DTM compatible
Introducing the Motherboard
Onboard LAN
• IEEE 802.3 Ethernet interface for 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX and
10BASE-T applications
• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
• Operates at half of the PCI Express Specification v1.1 speed
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 slot for Graphic Interface
• Two PCI Express x1 slots
• One 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slot
• Six 7-pin SATA connectors
• One floppy disk drive interface
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
• One LAN port
• Six USB ports
• One parallel port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out
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
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
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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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Specifications
CPU
• LGA1156 socket for latest Intel® Lynnfield processor
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
Storage
Audio
Giga 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 1333/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM
• 1 x PCI Express Gen2 x16 slot
• 2 x PCI Express x1 slots
• 1 x PCI slot
• Supported by Intel P55 Express Chipset
• 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
• Supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
• Realtek ALC 662 6CH HD audio (Colay ALC888/VIA VT1708B)
• Intel 82578 Gigabit Lan Controller
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connector
• 1 x parallel port
• 6 x USB ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (Line in, microphone in, and line out)
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector, 4-pin 12V connector
• 6 x Serial ATA connectors
• 1 x FDD connector
• 1 x Case open header
• 1 x Buzzer
• 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports
• 1 x Clear CMOS header
• 1 x Front panel header
• 2 x COM headers
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• 1 x TCM/TPM header
• CPU_FAN/SYS_F AN/PWR_FAN connectors
System BIOS
Form Factor • Micro A TX Size, 244mm x 244mm
• AMI BIOS with 16Mb SPI ROM
• Supports Plug and Play 1.0A, APM 2.0, Multi Boot, DMI
• Supports ACPI revision 3.0B specification
Introducing the Motherboard
Motherboard Components
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Table of Motherboard Components
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1. CPU Socket
2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
3. DIMM1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
4. PWR_FAN Power cooling fan connector
5. FDD1 Floppy disk drive connector
6. ATX1 Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
7. SATA1~6 Serial ATA connectors
8. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
9. COM Onboard serial port header
10. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
11. F_USB1~3 Front panel USB headers
12. TCM/TPM
13. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
14. F_AUDIO1 Front panel audio header
15. PCI1 32-bit add-on card slot
16. PCIE1X-1~2 PCI Express x1 slots
17. PCIE16X PCI Express slot for graphics interface
18. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
19. ATX_12V 4-pin +12V power connector
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
COMPONENTS
LGA1156 socket for Intel
Trusted Cryptography Module header/
TPM module header
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Lynnfield processor
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Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the micro ATX system case. 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 a micro ATX form factor of 244 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.
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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.
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 grasp on
the edge of the substrate.
· Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your
bottom-left side.
· Aim at the socket and place the package
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.
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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
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Channel B: DDR3_3, DDR3_4
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Recommend memory configuration
Mode
2 DIMMs - Populated - Populat ed
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 memory 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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Table A: DDR3 (memory module) QVL (Qualified V endor List)
The following DDR3 1800/1600/1333/1066 memory modules have been tested and
qualified for use with this motherboard.
Type Size Vendor Module Na me
DDR3 1066
DDR3 1333
512MB
1GB
2 GB
1 GB
2 GB
ELPIDA
Hynix HYMT164U64ZNF8-G8 AA
Micron
A-data
Aeneon
Corsair
Hynix
Kingston
Micron
Qimonda
Ramaxel RMR1810NA48E7F-1066-LF
Samsung
Hynix
Micron
Qimonda
Samsung
A-data
Aeneon AXH760UD00-13GA98X
Apacer
Hynix
KingMax
Kingston
Micron
Qimonda
Ramaxel
Samsung
Samsung
A-data
Elixir M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG 0903.TW
Hynix
KingMax
Kingston
Micron
Qimonda
Samsung
PC3-8500U-7-00-AP
MT4JTF6464AY-1G1B1
M3OSS3H3I3120B5Z
AEH760UD00-10FA98X
CM3X1024-1066C7
HYMT112U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
KVR1066D3N7/1G
MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10G B2S81427034
IMSH1GU0 3A1F1C-10F B2S81427023
Golden Bar M378B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
IMSH2GU1 3A1F1C-10F B3S81427044
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-10G B3S81528005
M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
AD31333001GOU(AD63I1A08)
AHU02GFA33C9N1C
HMT112U6AFP8C-H 9N0 AA
FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAES
KVR1333D3N9/1G
MT8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
IMSH1GU13A1F1C-13H
RMR1810KD48E7F-1333
M378B2873EH1-CH9
M378B2873DZ1-CH9
AD31333002GOU(AD63I1B16)
HMT125U6AFP8C-H 9N0 AA
FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEES
KVR1333D3N9/2G
MT16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-13H B3S81124001
M378B5673EH1-CH9
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Type Size Vendor Module Name
DDR3 1600 1GB
DDR3 1800 1 GB
User please be noted that DDR3 1800/1600 MHz is validated to run at
1333Mhz only.
Kingston
KingMax KHX14400D3K3/3GX
KHX12800D3K3/3GX
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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.
PCI1 Slot
PCIEX16 Slots
PCIE1X-1~2
Slots
This motherboard is equipped with one standard PCI slot. 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 slot on this board
are PCI v2.3 compliant.
The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI
Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express
Base Specification revision 2.0.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for
the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may
have to manually configure the card before installation.
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