ECS TIGD-CI3 User Manual

Preface

Copyright

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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.

Trademark Recognition

Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel

Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective

owners and are acknowledged.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa­tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter­ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern­ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, 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

Describes features of the
motherboard.

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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard

Chapter 3
Using BIOS

Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software

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Trouble Shooting

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Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard 1

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

Feature...............................................................................................2

Motherboard Components.............................................................5

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 Memory Modules...............................................10

Expansion Slots.................................................................11

Connecting Optional Devices............................................13

Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SA T A Hard Drive..15

Connecting I/O Devices................................................................16

Connecting Case Components.....................................................17

Front Panel Header...........................................................19

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Chapter 3

Using BIOS 21

About the Setup Utility ................................................................ 21

The Standard Configuration..............................................21

Entering the Setup Utility....................................................21

Resetting the Default CMOS V alues....................................22

Using BIOS......................................................................................23

Standard CMOS Setup.......................................................24

Advanced Setup..................................................................25

Advanced Chipset Setup.....................................................28

Integrated Peripherals........................................................29

Power Management Setup..................................................30

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PCI/PnP Setup...................................................................31

PC Health Status................................................................32

Frequency/Voltage Contr ol................................................34

Supervisor Password........................................................35

Supervisor Password........................................................35

User Password..................................................................35

Save & Exit Setup...............................................................36

Exit Without Saving............................................................36

Updating the BIOS..............................................................36

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Using the Motherboard Software 37

About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM.................................37

Auto-installing under W indows V ista/7.....................................37

Running Setup....................................................................38

Manual Installation........................................................................40

Utility Software Reference............................................................40

Chapter 5

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T r ouble Shooting 41

Start up problems during assembly...............................................41

Start up problems after prolong use............................................42

Maintenance and care tips...........................................................42

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...............................................43

Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the TIGD-CI3 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard with onboard Intel
core CPU (13W) for high-end business or personal desktop markets.

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This motherboard is based on Intel
solution. NM10 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance Hyper-Thread­ing peripheral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller.
The memory controller supports DDR3 memory SODIMM frequency of 800. It
supports two DDR3 sockets with up to maximum memory of 4 GB.

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NM10 chipset supports one PCI slot which is PCI v2.3 compliant. It imple-

Intel
ments an EHCI compliant interface that provides 480 Mb/s bandwidth for eight USB

2.0 ports (four USB ports and two USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB

ports). Intel® NM10 integrates a Serial ATA host controller, supporting two SATA
ports with maximum transfer rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each.

The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors, one VGA port, one optional LPT
port, one COM port, four USB ports, one LAN port, and audio jacks for microphone,
line-in and line-out.

NM10 Chipset for best desktop platform

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Atom D525 dual

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Feature

Processor

• Onboard Intel

• 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.

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Atom D525 dual-core CPU

Chipset

The Intel
with proven reliability and performance.

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NM10 chipset is based on an innovative and scalable architecture

• Enhanced DMA Controller, interrupt controller , and timer
functions

• Compliant with PCI v2.3 specification

• Integrated SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller

• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller

Memory

• Supports DDR3 800 SO-DIMM with single-channel architecture

• Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs

• 2 x 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM sockets support up to 4 GB

Onboard LAN

• Supports PCI ExpressTM 1.1

• Integrated 10/100 transceiver

• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support

Audio

This motherboard may support either of the following Audio chipsets:

• 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

Expansion Options

The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:

• One 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slot

• Two 7-pin SATA connectors

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Integrated I/O

The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:

• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard

• One optional parallel port

• One serial port

• One VGA port

• Four USB ports

• One LAN 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.

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

Chipset
Memory

Expansion
Slots

Storage
Audio
LAN

Rear Panel I/O

Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers

• Onboard Intel® Dual Core Atom D525 processor

• DMI 667Mb/s

• Intel® NM10 Express

• Single-channel DDR3 memory architecture

• 2 x 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM socket support up to 4 GB

• Supports DDR3 800 DDR3 SDRAM

• 1 x PCI slot

• 2 x Serial ATAII devices

• ALC662 5.1ch High Definition audio

• Realtek 8103EL 10/100 Fast Ethernet Controller

• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connectors

• 4 x USB ports

• 1 x optional parallel port

• 1 x VGA port

• 1 x COM port

• 1 x RJ 45 LAN connector

• 1 x Audio port

• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector & 4-pin 12V con­nector

• 2 x Serial ATA connectors

• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB ports

• 1 x Clear CMOS header

• 1 x Front panel header

• 1 x Front panel audio header

• CPUFAN/SYSF AN connectors

System BIOS

Form Factor • Mini-ITX Size, 170mm x 170mm

• AMI BIOS with 8Mb SPI ROM

• Supports Plug and Play, STR/STD, Hardware monitor, PCI
interrupt selection, ACPI & DMI

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Motherboard Components

Table of Motherboard Components

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This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.

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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. First, some features on the
motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indica­tors and switches on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the
features required. Secondly, this motherboard supports two enhanced IDE drives.
Make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that you intend
to install.

Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.

This motherboard carries a Micro ATX form factor of 170 x 170 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.

Jumper Settings

Jumper

CLR_CMOS

Type

3-pin

Description Setting (default)

1-2: NORMAL

Clear CMOS

2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the

CMOS, make sure to
turn off the system.

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CLR_CMOS

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1. To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings”
and then “Save and Exit Setup”.

2. Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before
selecting the 5VSB function.

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Installing Hardware

Installing Memory Modules

This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 204-pin
DDR3 SODIMM. The total memory capacity is 4 GB.

DDR3 SDRAM memory module table

Memory module Memory Bus

DDR3 800 400 MHz

You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. The total memory
capacity is up to 4 GB.

Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging
until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the
modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal
parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.

Installation Procedure

Refer to the following to install the memory modules.

1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SODIMM .
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.

* For reference only

Installing the Motherboard

Expansion Slots

Installing Add-on Cards

The slot on this motherboard is designed to hold expansion card and connect it to the
system bus. Expansion slot is a mean 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.

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PCI Slot

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 is PCI v2.3
compliant.

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.

Installing the Motherboard