ECS SF100 User Manual

Preface

This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.

Version 1.0

Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.

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.

Trademark Recognition

Windows® 7/8/10 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp. Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective

owners and are acknowledged.

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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.

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

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Safety Instructions

Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions.

Setting up your system

• Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system.

• Do not use this product near water or a heated source such as a radiator.

• Set up the system on a stable surface.

• Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation. Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings.

• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0°C and 40°C.

• If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating.

Attention during use

• Do not step on the power cord or let anything rest on top of it.

• Do not spill water or any other liquid on your system.

• When the system is turned OFF, a small amount of electrical current still flows. Always unplug all power, modem, and network cables from the power outlets before cleaning the system.

• If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

• The power cord or plug is damaged.

• Liquid has been spilled into the system.

• The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions.

• The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.

• The system performance changes

The warranty does not apply to products that have been disassembled by users

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Safety cautions and warnings

Optical Drive Safety Information

CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into beam or view

directly with optical instructions. WARNING: Makeing adjustments or performing procedures other than those speci-

fied in the user’s manual may result in hazardous laser exposuer. Do not attempt to disassemble the optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider.

Optical drive sold with this system contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

Product disposal notice

INPORTANT: This symbol if the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product

(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)

CAUTION: Danger of explosoin if battery is incorrectly replace only with the same

or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Product disposal notice

1. Do not place this product underneath heavy loads or in an unstable position.

2. Do not use or expose this product around magnetic fields as magnetic interference may affect the performance of the product.

3. Do not expose this product to high levels of direct sunlight, highhumidity or wet conditions.

4. Do not block the air vents to this product or impede the airflow in any way.

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Preface i

Chapter 1 1

Introducing the PC 1

Introduction......................................................................................1

Specification......................................................................................2

Front and Rear I/O............................................................................3

Packing Contents..............................................................................5

Chapter 3 9

Using BIOS 9

About the Setup Utility .................................................................. 9

The Standard Configuration................................................9

Entering the Setup Utility ......................................................9

Resetting the Default CMOS V alues...................................10

Using BIOS......................................................................................10

BIOS Navigation Keys.......................................................1 1

Main Menu ........................................................................12

Advanced Menu.................................................................13

Chipset Menu.....................................................................24

Tweak Menu.......................................................................27

Security Menu....................................................................28

Boot Menu..........................................................................29

Exit Menu...........................................................................30

Updating the BIOS.............................................................31

Chapter 2

7 7

System Quick Installtion..................................................................7

Installing the PC 7

Chapter 4

33 33

Using the Software 33

About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM..................................33

Auto-installing under W indows 7/8/10........................................33

Running Setup....................................................................34

Manual Installation.........................................................................36

Utility Software Reference.............................................................36

Chapter 5

3737

Trouble Shooting 37

Start up problems during assembly ...............................................37

Start up problems after prolong use............................................38

Maintenance and care tips............................................................38

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart................................................39

Introducing the PC

Chapter 1

Introducing the PC

Introduction

Thank you for choosing 1L SF100 of great performance and with stylish and flexible design.

Supports LGA1151 Socket for Intel® Skylake processor and a dimension of 173mm (H)* 176mm (D)* 33mm (W), 1L SFF provides the features of low power consumption (working with a 90Watt power adaptor), and space saving. The chipset is Intel® Q170, supporting up to 32 GB of system memory with DDR4 memory SO-DIMM, 2.5” SATA III HDD, 3 independent displays, Intel TXT and vPro technology.

Introducing the PC

Specification

• Additional DVD docking support (optional)

• 90W power adaptor

Chipset CPU Support

Graphics

Storage ODD

Power

Dimensions (mm)

Memory

Front Panel

OS Support

• Intel® Q170

• Supports LGA1151 Socket for Intel® Skylake processor (up to 35W)

• Intel® HD graphics from CPU

• Support 4K resolution and DX12 for Intel Skylake-S

• Support 1 x 2.5” SATA III HDD

• 4 x USB 3.0 (one supports 2.6A for DVD docking)

• 1 x 10/100/1000 LAN RJ45

• 1 x Microphone/headphone connector

• 1 x COM port (optional)

• 1 x HDMI (support dual dispaly)

• 1 x D-Sub(VGA)

• 1 x DP port

• 1 x DC-IN

• 173mm * 176mm * 33mm

• 2 x SO-DIMM up to 32 GB, Dual-channel

• 2x USB 3.0 (one supports EZ Charger), 2x USB 2.0

• 1 x Headphone output

• 1 x MIC-IN

• Hardware Compatible with Windows 7/8.1/10

Expansion

• 2 x M.2 slots

Rear Panel

Introducing the PC

Front and Rear I/O

4. USB 2.0 Connectors

The USB 2.0 connector is used for USB 2.0 devices, such as mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner and other USB 2.0-compatible devices.

6. Headphone Jack Connecting Headphone.

5. USB 3.0 Connectors

The USB 3.0 connector is used for USB 3.0 devices, such as mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner and other USB 3.0-compatible devices.

7. Mic In Jack Connecting Microphone.

1. Power Button

Press the prower button to turn the system on and off.

2. Power LED

This is the power LED light.

3. HDD LED

This is the HDD LED light.

Introducing the PC

15. DP Port

You can connect display device to the DP port.

14. D-SUB Connector

9. Kensington

This is the security lock.

12. COM Port (optional)

Connecting a serial port extension bracket.

10. LAN

Connecting the Network.

11. HD Audio Microphone Jack/ Headphone Jack.

13. HDMI Port Connect display device to the HDMI port.

Connecting VGA Monitor.

16. DC Jack

It is used for power adapter.

8. USB 3.0 Connectors

Connecting USB 3.0 Devices.

Introducing the PC

Packing Contents

NOTE: Please contact us immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing.

Driver DVD

Manual

Stand

Power

Introducing the PC

Memo

Installing the PC

Chapter 2

Installing the PC

System Quick Installation

1. Connecting HDMI device.

2. Connecting VGA Monitor. (D-SUB Connector)

3. The USB connector is for attaching USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner and other USB-compatible device.

Installing the PC

7. Connecting Power. (DC jack)

5. Connecting the Microphone. (Microphone Jack)

4. Connecting the Network. (LAN Connector)

6. Connecting Speakers or Headphones. (Headphone Jack)

Using BIOS

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:

• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals

• Video display type and display options

• Password protection from unauthorized use

• Power Management features

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

Chapter 3

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.

Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.

BIOS Information

System Language [English]

System Date [Fri 08/21/2015] System Time [00:00:44]

Choose the system default language

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit

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+/-: Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1: General Help

: Select Screen

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC: Exit

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: Select Item

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 to reset the default CMOS values.

Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may also trigger this message.

Using BIOS

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.

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:

Some options (marked with a triangle

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) 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.

In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a triangle

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KEY FUNCTION

Scrolls through the items on a menu

+/- Change Opt.

F2 F3

ESC



Enter

Exit the current menu

General Help

Select

Previous Value Optimized Defaults

Save & Exit

Using BIOS

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.

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the main menu appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press <Enter> to display the submenu.

Main Menu

System Language (English)

This item is used to set system language.

BIOS Information

System Language [English]

System Date [Fri 08/21/2015] System Time [00:00:44]

Choose the system default language

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit

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+/-: Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1: General Help

: Select Screen

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC: Exit



: Select Item

Using BIOS

Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)

Use these items to enable or disable Onboard LAN controller.

LAN Configuration

Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled]

Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN Controller

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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 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.

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 LAN Configuration

 PC Health Status  Power Management Setup  ACPI Settings  CPU Configuration  SA T A Configuration  USB Configuration  Super IO Configuration  AMT Configuration  Trusted Computing

LAN Configuration Parameters

Advanced Menu

This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer.

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

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+/-: Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1: General Help

: Select Screen

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults

F4: Save & Exit

ESC: Exit



: Select Item

Using BIOS

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 PC Health Status

This motherboard supports hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltage, temperatures and fan speeds.

PC Health Status

CPU T emperature (DTS) 5 3 System T emperature 29OC CPU Fan Speed 4891 RPM Core Voltage 1.188V DIMM Voltage 1.199V +12V 11.902V +5V 4.896V +3.3V 3.256V

TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) 100

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

• CPU Temperature (DTS)

• System Temperature

• CPU Fan Speed

• System Fan Speed

• Core Voltage

• DIMM Voltage

• +12V

• +5V

• +3.3V

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 Advanced Menu page.

Using BIOS

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 Power Management Setup

This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.

Power Management Setup

Resume By RING [Disabled]

Resume By PME [Disabled] Wake on LAN [Disabled] Resume By USB [Disabled] Resume By RTC Alarm [Disabled] EUP Function [Enabled] Power LED Type [Dual Color LED]

About Resume by Ring

F1: General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit

ESC: Exit

Resume By PME (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI Modem or PCI/PCIE LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI/PCIE card.

Resume By USB (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the USB device wakeup function from S3 mode.

Resume on RING (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the Modem. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

Resume By RTC Alarm (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system’s RTC (realtimeclock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

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Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)

This item shows the type of the Power LED.

Wake on LAN (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable integrated LAN to wake the system. (The wake on LAN cannot be disabled if ME is not at Sx state.) If disabled, resume by USB (S3) will not be available.

EUP Function (Enabled)

This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanecd Menu page.

Using BIOS

ACPI Sleep State (S3(Suspend to RAM))

This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend toRAM) Sleep State (default).

ACPI Settings

ACPI Sleep State [S3 (Suspend to RAM)]

Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed.

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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 ACPI Settings

The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Using BIOS

EM64T (Supported)

This item shows the computer supports EMT64.

Processor Speed (3300 MHz)

This item shows the current processor speed.

Processor Stepping (506E3)

This item shows the processor stepping version.

Processor Cores (4)

This item shows the core number of the processor.

Microcode Revision (33)

This item shows the microcode revision.

Intel HT Technology (Not Supported)

This item shows that your computer supports Intel HT technology or not.

Intel VT-x Technology (Supported)

This item shows that your computer supports Intel VT-x technology or not.

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 CPU Configuration

This item in the menu shows the information of the CPU.

CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600T CPU @ 2.70GHz

EM64T Supported Processor Speed 3300 MHz Processor Stepping 506E3 Microcode Revision 3 3 Processor Cores 4 Intel HT T echnology Not Supported Intel VT-x T echnology Supported

Active Processor Cores [All]

Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Intel Virtualization T echnology [Enabled] Package C State limit [AUTO] Enhanced Halt (C1E) [Enabled] Intel TXT(LT) Support [Disabled]

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

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

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Number of cores to enable in each processor package.

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600T CPU @ 2.70GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

Active Processor Cores (All)

Use this item to control the number of active processor cores.

Using BIOS

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.

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.

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.

Package C State limit (AUTO)

Use this item to set the package C state limit.

Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Enabled)

Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not running.

Intel TXT(LT) Support (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Intel TXT(LT) support.

Using BIOS

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 SA T A Configuration

This item in the menu shows the mode of serial ATA configuration options.

SA TA Configuration

SAT A Mode [AHCI]

SAT A Port1 Not Present

Spin Up Device [Disabled] External SAT A [Disabled]

M.2 Not Present

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select





:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Determines how SAT A controller(s) operate.

SATA Mode (AHCI)

Use this item to select SATA mode (Disabled, AHCI Mode or RAID Mode).

SATA Port 1/M.2 (Not Present)

This motherboard supports one SATA channels and one M.2 channel, each channel allows one SATA/M.2 device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA/M.2 channel.

Spin Up Device (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the spin up device.

External SATA (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the external SATA.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Using BIOS

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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.

USB Configuration

All USB Devices [Enabled]

Legacy USB Support [Enabled]

Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected. DISABLE option will keep USB devices available only for EFI applications.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

All USB Devices (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Using BIOS

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 Super IO Configuration

Use this item to show the information of the Super IO Configuration.

Super IO Chip (IT8733)

This item shows the information of the super IO chip.

Serial Port 1 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

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.

Serial Port 1 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

Change Settings [Auto]

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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EC Firmware Build Date (08/20/2015)

This item shows the information of the EC Firmware build date.

Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip IT8733 EC Firmware Build Date 08/20/2015

Serial Port 1 Configutation

Set Parameters of Serial Port 1 (COMA)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

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

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

Using BIOS

Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Intel AMT (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Intel(R) Active Management Technology (AMT) BIOS extension. Note: iAMT H/W is always enabled. This option just controls the BIOS extension execution. If enabled, this requires additional firmware in the SPI device.

Intel AMT [Enabled]

MEBx Hotkey Pressed [Disabled]

Enable/Disable Intel (R) Active Management T echnology BIOS Extension. Note: iAMT H/W is always enabled. This option just controls the BIOS extension execution. If enabled, this requires additional firmware in the SPI device.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

MEBx Hotkey Pressed (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable MEBx Hotkey pressed.

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 AMT Configuration

Use this item to show the information of AMT configuration.

Using BIOS

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 T rusted Computing

Use this item to show the information of trusted computing configuration.

Configuration TPM Support [Enabled]

TPM State [Enabled] Pending operation [None] Device Select [Auto]

Current Status Information TPM Enabled Status: [Enabled] TPM Active Status: [Activated] TPM Owner Status: [Owned]

Enables or Disables BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select





:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

TPM Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available.

TPM State (Enabled)

Select Enabled to display the status of TPM support for this system. Please note that a system reboot is needed before a change on the TPM state to take effect.

Pending operation (None)

Schedule an Operation for the Security Device. NOTE: Your Computer will rebootduring restart in order to change State of Security Device.

Device Select (Atuo)

TPM 1.2 will restrict support to TPM 1.2 device, TPM 2.0 will restrict support to TPM 2.0 devices, Auto will support both with default set to TPM 2.0 devices if not found, TPM 1.2 devices will be enumerated.

TPM Enabled Status (Enabled)

This item displays the TPM status to be enabled or not.

TPM Active Status (Activated)

This item displays the TPM status to be activated or not.

TPM Owner Status (Owned)

This item displays the TPM status to be owned or not.

Using BIOS

The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.

Chipset Menu

System Agent (SA) Parameters

System Agent Configuration

PCH Configuration ME Configuration

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Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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Resume from LAN1 Help

System Agent Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:

System Agent Configuration

IGD Memory [64M]

DVMT Memory [256M]

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit

Select DVMT 5.0 Pre-Allocated (Fixed) Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics Device.

IGD Memory (64M)

This item shows the information of the IGD (Internal Graphics Device) memory (32M, 64M, 128M, 256M, or 512M).

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. This item shows the information of the DVMT memory (128M, 256M, or MAX).

Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.

Using BIOS

PCH Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:

PCH Configuration

Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Audio Configuration

Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] Case Open Warning [Enabled]

Chassis Opened [No]

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Azalia HD Audio.

Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)

This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating status (Power Off, Power On or Last State).

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit

Select AC power state when power is re-applied after a power failure.

Case Open Warning (Enabled)

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 (No)

This item indicates whether the case has been opened.

Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.

Using BIOS

ME Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:

Management Engine T echnology Configuration

ME Control [Enabled]

ME FW Version 1 1.0.0.1 168

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit

Enable/Disable ME Firmware

ME Control (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the ME Firmware.

ME FW Version (11.0.0.1168)

This item shows the ME FW version.

Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.

Using BIOS

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

Tweak

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600T CPU @ 2.70GHz Processor Speed 3300 MHz Memory Frequency 2133 MHz T otal Memory 8192 MB

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600T CPU @ 2.70GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

Processor Speed (3300 MHz)

This item shows the CPU speed.

Total Memory (8192 MB)

This item shows the total momery of DDR3.

Memory Frequency (2133 MHz)

This item shows the memory frequency.

Using BIOS

This page enables you to set setup administrator and password.

Security Menu

Set Administrator Password

Administrator Password

Administrator Password Status Not Install User Password Status Not Install

System Mode state Setup Secure Boot state Not Active

Secure Boot [Enabled] Secure Boot Mode [Standard]

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F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

Administrator Password Status (Not Install)

This item shows adiministrator 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 (Not Active)

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.

Secure Boot Mode (Standard)

This item is used to select the secure boot mode.

Using BIOS

This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state and devices boot sequence.

Boot Menu

Bootup NumLock State (On)

This item determines if the NumLock key is active or inactive at system start-up time.

Quiet Boot (Enabled)

This item enables or disables quiet boot option.

Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.

Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the PXE OpROM.

Boot mode Select (UEFI)

Use this item to select boot mode.

Operation System Select (Windows 8.x / 10)

This item is used to select the operation system (Windows 7 or other OS, Windows

8.x or Manual).

Fast Boot (Disabled)

This item enables or disables boot with initialization of a minimal set of device required to launch active boot option. Has no effect for BBS boot options.

Boot Option #1 /2 /3 /4 /5 /6 /7 /8

These items show the boot priorities.

Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for Legacy OS.

Windows 8.x / 10: Boot policy for UEFI OS without Compatibility Support Module(CSM).

Manual: User customized CSM parameters & boot policy.

Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit



F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Boot Configuration

Operating system select [Windows 8.x / 10]

Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled] Launch Storage OpROM [Enabled]

Fast Boot [Disabled] Bootup NumLock State [On]

Quiet Boot [Enabled] Update System BIOS [Disabled]

Boot mode select [UEFI]

FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities Boot Option #1 [Hard Disk] Boot Option #2 [CD/DVD] Boot Option #3 [USB Hard Disk] Boot Option #4 [USB CD/DVD] Boot Option #5 [USB Key] Boot Option #6 [USB Floppy] Boot Option #7 [USB Lan] Boot Option #8 [Network]

Update System BIOS (Disabled)

This item enables or disables to update system BIOS.

Using BIOS

This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes.

Exit Menu

Save Changes and Exit

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and exit.

Discard Changes and Exit

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and exit.

Save Changes and Exit

Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset

Save Options

Save Changes Discard Changes

Restore Defaults Save as User Defaults Restore User Defaults

Boot Override

Main Advanced Chipset T weak Security Boot Exit

Exit system setup after saving the changes.



F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F3:Optimized Defaults

F4:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Boot Override

Use this item to select the boot device.

Save Changes and Reset

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and reset.

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.

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 user defaults.

Discard Changes and Reset

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and reset.

Using BIOS

Updating the BIOS

You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Web site. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:

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

Advanced 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.

Using BIOS

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Using the Software

Chapter 4

Using the Software

Auto-installing under Windows 7/8/10

The support software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM disk loads automatically under Windows 7/8/10. When you insert the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM disk in the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive, the autorun feature will automatically bring up the install screen. The screen has three buttons on it, Setup, Browse CD and Exit.

If the opening screen does not appear; double-click the file “setup.exe” in the root directory.

If the Auto-install DVD-ROM/CD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Refer to the Utility Folder Installation Notes later in this chapter.

About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM

The support software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM that is included in the motherboard package contains all the drivers and utility programs needed to properly run the bundled products. Below you can find a brief description of each software program, and the location for your motherboard version. More information on some programs is available in a README file, located in the same directory as the software. Before installing any software, always inspect the folder for files named README.TXT or something similar. These files may contain important information that is not included in this manual.

Never try to install all software from folder that is not specified for use with your motherboard.

The notice of Intel HD audio installation (optional): The Intel High Definition audio functionality unexpectedly quits working in Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 or Windows XP Professional x64 Edition. Users need to download and install the update packages from the Microsoft Download Center “before” installing HD audio driver bundled in the Driver disk. Please log on to http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;enus;901105#appliesto for more information.

The Auto-install DVD-ROM/CD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software for your motherboard.

Using the Software

Drivers Tab

Setup

Click the Setup button to run the software installation program. Select from the menu which software you want to install.

Browse CD

The Browse CD button is the standard Windows command that allows you to open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support disk.

Before installing the software from Windows Explorer, look for a file named README.TXT or something similar. This file may contain important information to help you install the software correctly.

Some software is installed in separate folders for different operating systems, such as Windows 7/8/10. Always go to the correct folder for the kind of OS you are using.

In install the software, execute a file named SETUP.EXE by doubleclicking the file and then following the instructions on the screen.

Exit

The Exit button closes the Auto Setup window.

Utilities Tab

Lists the software utilities that are available on the disk.

Information Tab

Displays the path for all software and drivers available on the disk.

Running Setup

Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard:

1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:

The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing.

The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.

Using the Software

2. Click Next. The following screen appears:

3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recom-

mended.

4. Click Next run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:

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 8/10 will show the following screen after system restart, you must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver.

Using the Software

Manual Installation

Insert the disk in the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive and locate the PATH.DOC file in the root directory. This file contains the information needed to locate the drivers for your motherboard.

Look for the chipset and motherboard model; then browse to the directory and path to 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.

If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program, browse to the operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file (README.TXT or README.DOC) for information on installing the driver or software for your operating system.

Utility Software Reference

All the utility software available from this page is Windows compliant. They are provided only for the convenience of the customer. The following software is furnished under license and may only be used or copied in accordance with the terms of the license.

These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.

Windows 7/8/10 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Allow” to install the next driver.

Continue this process to complete the drivers installation.

Trouble Shooting

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.

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. 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.

5. Check the 19V power connector is connected to the motherboard.

6. Check that the 19V power is fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

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

Trouble Shooting

c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.

1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Ensure the CPU fan is working properly.

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.

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

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 system 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 component may be at fault.

Maintenance and care tips

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.

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