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Preface
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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.
• 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.
Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of information technology equipment
EN 55022
EN 61000-3-2
Disturbances in supply systems caused
EN 61000-3-3
Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appliances and similar electrical equipment “ Voltage fluctuations”
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Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristicsLimits and methods of measurement
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Safety for information technology equipment including
electrical business equipment
CE marking
This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:
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Chapter 7
Trouble Shooting
Provides basic trouble
shooting tips.
page 77
Chapter 6
page 71
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
RAID Configuration
Describes Intel® Rapid
Storage Technology RAID
Configuration.
The manual consists of the following:
Describes features of the
motherboard.
page 1
Describes installation of
motherboard components.
page 7
page 27
page 63
Installing the Motherboard
Introducing the Motherboard
Provides information on
using the BIOS Setup Utility.
Describes the motherboard
software.
About the Manual
Chapter 4
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Using the Motherboard Software
Describes the AMD
CrossfireTM Technology.
page 69
Chapter 5
AMD CrossfireTM Technology
Support
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Chapter 2 7
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions.............................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis......................................7
Checking Jumper Settings.................................................................8
Installing Hardware..................................................................9
Installing the Processor.............................................................9
Installing the CPU Cooler.........................................................11
Installing Memory Modules....................................................12
Installing Add-on Cards...........................................................14
Connecting Optional Devices..................................................16
Installing a SATA Hard Drive...................................................21
Connecting Case Components.......................................................22
Front Panel Header.................................................................25
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface i
Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction...................................................................................1
Pakage Contents............................................................................1
Specifications................................................................................2
Motherboard Components..........................................................4
I/O Ports...............................................................................................6
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
BIOS Navigation Keys..............................................................29
Main Menu.............................................................................30
Advanced Menu......................................................................31
Chipset Menu..........................................................................43
M.I.B.X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) Menu....................................51
Security Menu.........................................................................59
Boot Menu..............................................................................60
Exit Menu................................................................................61
Updating the BIOS...................................................................62
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Chapter 4 63
Using the Motherboard Software 63
Auto-installing under Windows 7/8/8.1........................................63
Running Setup.........................................................................63
Manual Installation..........................................................................65
ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility).....................................65
Chapter 5 69
AMD CrossFireTM Technology Support 69
Requirements...................................................................................69
Installing CrossFireTM graphics cards........................................69
The CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box..................................70
To Enable CrossFireTM..............................................................70
Chapter 7 77
Trouble Shooting 77
Start up problems during assembly..............................................77
Start up problems after prolong use............................................78
Maintenance and care tips..............................................................78
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...................................................79
POST Code Checkpoints 81
Chapter 6 71
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID Configuration 71
Before creating a RAID set.............................................................71
Entering Intel
®
Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS utility.....72
Creating a RAID set.........................................................................73
Deleting a RAID set..........................................................................75
Reseting disks to Non-RAID.....................................................76
Exiting Setup..............................................................................76
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Z97-MACHINE motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150
socket for 4th and 5th Generation Intel® CoreTM processors.
This motherboard is based on Intel
®®
®®
®
Z97 Express Chipset for best desktop platform
solution. It supports up to 32 GB
of system memory with dual channel DDR3
3000+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600 MHz. High resolution graphics via two PCIe x16
Gen3 slots
*. It supports 2-way AMD CrossfireX
TM
technology that allows you to install
Multi graphic cards with identical GPU running at PCIe Gen3 speed. In addition, three
PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots are for extending usage.
It integrates USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interface, supporting up to six USB 2.0 ports (four
USB 2.0 ports at rear panel and one USB 2.0 header supports additional two USB 2.0
ports) and six USB 3.0 ports (four USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel and one USB 3.0
header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports). The USB 2.0 header provides EZ
charger technology, please refer to Front Panel USB 2.0 headers of chapter 2 for
more details.
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including PS/2 Combo & USB connectors, one VGA port, one DVI port, one HDMI port,
one RJ45 LAN connector, four USB 2.0 ports, four USB 3.0 ports, one optical SPDIF Out
and audio jacks for line-in, 8-ch line-out.
In addition, this motherboard supports four SATA 6Gb/s for expansion.
Your motherboard package ships with the following items:
Package Contents
Z97-MACHINE Motherboard
Quick Installation Guide
User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
4 SATA 6G cable
The package contents above are for reference only, please take the actual package items as
standard.
*The PCIEX16_2 slot supports PCI-E Gen 3.0 running at X8 mode and shares bandwidth with
the PCIEX16_1 slot.
*If installing two graphic cards into PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots, both two slots will run
at X8 mode.
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CPU
Specifications
• Intel® Z97 Chipset
Chipset
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 32 GB
• Supports DDR3 3000+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600 MHz
SDRAM
Memory
• Supported by Intel® Z97 Express Chipset
- 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s devices
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 configuration
Expansion
Slots
Storage
• 1 x PS/2 Combo & USB connectors
• 1 x D-sub (VGA port)
• 1 x DVI port
• 1 x HDMI port
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports
• 4 x USB 3.0 ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio jacks (1 x line in, 4 x line out, 1 x Optical SPDIF Out)
Rear Panel I/O
LAN • Intel I218-V Gigabit Lan
• Realtek ALC1150 8-Ch High Definition audio CODEC
- Compliant with HD audio specification
- ESS ES9010K2M DAC IC provides SABRE32 Technology for
headphone listening
Audio
• LGA1150 socket for
4th
and 5th Generation Intel® Core
TM
processors
• Supports max CPU TDP 84W and MB TDP designs up to 125W
Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list.
Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.
AMDCrossFireX
TM
Technology
• Supports AMD CrossFireXTM Technology
• 2 x PCI Express x16 Gen3 slots*
• 3 x PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots
• 1 x M.2 slot for 2242/2260/2280 SATA or PCIE M.2 SSD
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector
• 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector
• 2 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connectors
• 2 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connectors
• 1 x 3-pin SYS_FAN connector
• 1 x 3-pin PWR_FAN connector
• 1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional two USB 2.0 port
(supports EZ charger)
Note:
*The PCIEX16_2 slot supports PCI-E Gen 3.0 running at X8 mode
and shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16_1 slot.
*If installing two graphic cards into PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2
slots, both two slots will run at X8 mode.
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• AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM
• Supports Plug and Play, STR (S3)/ STD(S4), Hardware Monitor
• Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
• F7 hot key for boot up devices option
• Supports ACPI & DMI
• Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)
• Supports Over-Clocking
System BIOS
• ATX Size, 305mm x 220mmForm Factor
• ECS Exclusive AP: Supports eBLU*1/eDLU/eOC*1/eSF*1/EZ
Charger*
1
• 3rd Party Bundled software: Cyberlink Media Suite*2/Norton
Anti Virus*2/Muzee*2/Sound Blaster Cinema2*2/MAGIX*
2
AP/Bundled
Software
Support
Note:
*1Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
*2Free bundle software including ECS DVD: Cyberlink Media
Suite/Norton Anti Virus/Muzee/Sound Blaster Cinema2/MAGIX
• 1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front Panel audio header
• 1 x Front Panel switch/LED header
• 1 x CLR_CMOS jumper
• 1 x Speaker header
• 1 x Case open header
• 1 x Debug POST LEDs
• 1 x Reset switch
• 1 x Power on switch
• 1 x EZM ECS voltage measure panel
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Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket
LGA1150 socket for 4
th
and 5th Generation Intel® CoreTM processors
2. CPU_FAN1~2 4-pin CPU cooling fan connectors
3. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 Module slots
4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
5. SYS_FAN3 3-pin system cooling fan connector
6. USB3F Front panel USB 3.0 header
7. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
8. NGFF M.2 slot for 2242/2260/2280 SATA or PCIE M.2 SSD
9. SATA3_1~4 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
10. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
11. SYS_FAN2 4-pin system cooling fan connector
12. CASE CASE open header
13. F_USB Front panel USB 2.0 header (supports EZ Charger)
14. SPK Speaker header
15. POST1~2 Debug POST LEDs
16. RST_BTN Reset switch
17. PWR_BTN Power on switch
18. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
19. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
20. PCIE1~3 PCI Express Gen2 x1 slots
21. PCIEX16_1~2
*
PCI Express Gen3 x16 slots for graphics interface
22. SYS_FAN1 4-pin system cooling fan connector
23. PWR_FAN 3-pin power cooling fan connector
24. ATX12V 8-pin +12V power connector
*
The PCIEX16_2 slot supports PCI-E Gen 3.0 running at X8 mode and shares bandwidth with
the PCIEX16_1 slot.
*
If installing two graphic cards into PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots, both two slots will run
at X8 mode.
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I/O Ports
1. PS/2 Combo port
Use the PS/2 combo port to connect the PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse.
2. USB 2.0 Ports
Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.
3. VGA Port
Connect your monitor to the VGA port.
4. DVI Port
You can connect the display device to the DVI port.
5. HDMI Port
You can connect the display device to the HDMI port.
6. USB 3.0 Ports
Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.
7. LAN Port
Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
8. Audio ports
Use the audio jacks to connect audio devices. The C port is for stereo line-in signal,
while the E port is for microphone in signal. This motherboard supports audio
devices that correspond to the A, B and D port respectively. In addition, all of the
3 ports, B, and D provide users with both right & left channels individually. Users
please refer to the following note for specific port function definition. The D port
also provides ESS SABRE32 DAC good quality audio experience.
LAN LED Status Description
OFF No dat a
Orange blinking Active
OFF No link
Green Link
Activity LED
Link LED
Link LED
LAN Port
A: Center & Woofer D: Front Out
B: Back Surround E: Mic_in Rear
C: Line-in ——
The above port definition can be changed to audio input or audio output by changing the
driver utility setting.
9. Optical SPDIF Output
This jack connects to external optical digital audio output devices.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
2-1. Safety Precautions
2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis
This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 x 220 mm. Choose a chassis that
accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the chassis
matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most system
chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds to the
holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and
secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
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.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power
outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware
components.
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
When installing 24-pin ATX power cable, please note the overhead space
because of the chassis design of the Motherboard, avoiding to damage the
motherboard with excessive power.
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The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
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”.
2-3. Checking Jumper Settings
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2-4. Installing Hardware
2-4-1. Installing the Processor
• This motherboard has an LGA1150 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.
• You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We
strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.
• The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right
side to release it from retention tab.
B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open
position.
C. Grasp the edge of the package 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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D. 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. Then
the cover will flick automatically.
Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is
removed.
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A. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the
heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.
B. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the
motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan
connector.
C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.
2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler
• Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the
motherboard and processor socket.
• Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the
clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
• 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 heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied.
The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
• DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.
• Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket.
• The following illustration shows how to install CPU fan.
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2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules
• This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support
four 240-pin DDR3 3000+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/1333 MHz.
• 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.
• You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Total memory
capacity is 32 GB.
• Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
C. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the
DIMM.
A. Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
B. Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge
connector match the notches in the DIMM slot.
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
Channel B: DDR3_3, DDR3_4
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Recommend memory configuration
Model
Sockets
DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4
1 DIMM ~ Populated ~ ~
1 DIMM ~ ~ ~ Populated
2 DIMMs
~ Populated ~ Populated
3 DIMMs Populated Populated ~ Populated
3 DIMMs
~ Populated Populated Populated
4 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated Populated
Due to Intel CPU spec definition, please follow the table above for
recommended memory configuration.
1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users give
priority to the DIMMs (DDR3_2/DDR3_4) when installing DIMMs.
2. We suggest users not to mix memory type. It is recommended to use the
same brand and type memory on this motherboard.
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2-4-4. 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.
PCIEX16_1~2 Slots
*
The PCI Express x16 slots are used to install an external PCI
Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express
Base Specification revision 3.0.
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.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express
Base Specification revision 2.0.
PCIE1~3 Slots
Recommend add_on card configuration
*The PCIEX16_2 slot supports PCI-E Gen 3.0 running at X8 mode and shares
bandwidth with the PCIEX16_1 slot.
*If installing two graphic cards into PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots, both
two slots will run at X8 mode.
PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2
SPEC PCI-E Gen.3 Running x16 mode PCI-E Gen.3 Running x8 mode
Color Black
Black
1 Graphic Card (VGA card) Populated ~
PCIEX16 Slots
Model
The NGFF slot is M.2 slot for 2242/2260/2280 SATA or PCIE SSD
installing. It will provide high transfer performance then
original SATA interface.
NGFF Slot
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Install the VGA Card in the PCIEX16 slot
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot
you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network
adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using
the add-on card.
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card:
Install the LAN Card in the PCIE slot
Please refer the following steps to install the M.2 SSD card:
1 Demount the screw not used according to the length of your M.2 SSD card.
2 Insert the M.2 SSD card into NGFF slot in the fool-proof way.
3 Lock the screw as the following picture shows to make sure the M.2 SSD
card is installed in place.
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2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional
devices:
No. Components No. Components
1 USB3F 4 F_USB
2 SATA3_1~4 5 F_AUDIO
3 CASE6SPDIFO
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Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup.
This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0
ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate.
1. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header
SATA3_1~4 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s device, simpler
disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current
Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software
compatibility with Parallel ATA.
2. SATA3_1~4: Serial ATA connectors
The gray SATA3_6 connector will become unavailable when eSATA connector is used.
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F_USB supports EZ Charger technology, provides 3 times current than general USB
port in off mode for USB devices. It is useful and excellent, especially for the iPhone,
iPad and iPod touch devices that need a large amount of current for faster recharging within less time.
The motherboard has one USB 2.0 header supporting two USB 2.0 ports.
Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you
have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted
ports to the motherboard.
4. F_USB: Front Panel USB 2.0 header
3. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header
This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis
equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.
Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup.
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The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by
default. If you want connect an AC’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers,
please set as below picture.
5. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header
If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Disabled Front Panel
Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Disabled Front Panel
Detect ” .
* For reference only
AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to
support AC97 Audio mode.
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If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Using Front Jack Detect ”. If you
use HD Audio Front Panel, please
tick off the option of “Using Front Jack Detect ”.
* For reference only
This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface)
output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.
6. SPDIFO: SPDIF out header
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2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive
About SATA Connectors
Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four drives.
SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface
for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are
well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on the
motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.
To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the Serial
ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can connect either
end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.
Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:
1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard.
2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive.
3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other
end to the power supply.
* For reference only
Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives
This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.
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No. Components No. Components
1CPU_FAN1~2 6 SPK
2 ATX_POWER 7 SYS_FAN1
3SYS_FAN38PWR_FAN
4F_PANEL9 ATX12V
5SYS_FAN2~ ~
After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the
motherboard components. Refer to the following:
2-4-7. Connecting Case Components
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1 & 3 & 5 & 7 & 8 CPU_FAN1~2(CPU cooling FAN Connectors) SYS_FAN1~3
( System Cooling FAN Connectors) PWR_FAN (Power Cooling FAN Connector)
Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A
~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.
2 & 9 ATX_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) ATX12V (8 pin ATX 12V Power
Connector)
Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER.
Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V.
Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN.
Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
Connect the power cooling fan connector to PWR_FAN.
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The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.
With ATX v2.x power supply, users please
note that when installing 24-pin power
cable, the latches of power cable and the
ATX match perfectly.
Connecting 24-pin power cable
24-pin power cable
The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
When installing 8-pin power cable, the
latches of power cable and the ATX12V
match perfectly.
Connecting 8-pin power cable
4-pin power cable
The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
When installing 4-pin power cable, the
latches of power cable and the ATX12V
match perfectly.
Connecting 4-pin power cable
4-pin power cable
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Hard Drive Activity LED
Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that
data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly,
an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also
show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.
Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED
Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides
power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.
Reset Switch
Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and
runs POST.
Power Switch
Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at
least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is
due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least
two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.
4. F_PANEL: Front Panel Header
The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers
commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:
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6. SPK: Speaker header
Connect the case speaker cable to SPK.
This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.
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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:
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
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Using BIOS
• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals
• Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
• Power Management features
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Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.
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.
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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:
KEY FUNCTION
Scrolls through the items on a menu
+/-Change Opt.
F2 Previous Value
F3 Optimized Defaults
F1 General Help
ESC Exits the current menu
Enter Select
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are
denoted by an icon .
F4 Save & Exit
1. 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.
2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click : select
item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit.
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.
Some options (marked with an icon ) 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.
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Main Menu
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.
System Language (English)
This item is used to set system language.
This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system
language, date and time.
Choose the system default
language
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B.X Security Boot Exit
BIOS Information
System Language English
System Date Wed 04/09/2014
System Time 00:00:06
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Select the language icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse
to display the screen. Then you can choose the language: English, Traditional
Chinese, Simple Chinese, Russian, Korean, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese,
Japanese.
Language
Select the default icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse
to display the screen. Then you can load optimized defaults or not.
Default
Select the boot icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse to
display the screen. Then you can choose the boot device.
Boot
Select the advanced icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse
to display the screen.
Advanced
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The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other
system.
Advanced Menu
LAN Configuration
Parameters
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
LAN Configuration
PC Health Status
Power Management Setup
ACPI Settings
CPU Configuration
SATA Configuration
USB Configuration
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V - 88:88:88:88:87:88
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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LAN Configuration
The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable Onboard LAN controller.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
LAN Configuration
Onboard LAN Controller Enabled
Enabled/Disabled Onboard
LAN Controller
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
F9: Capture Screen
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PC Health Status
On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the
parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Smart Fan Function
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
SmartFan Select
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Smart Fan Select CPU Fan 1
Smart Fan Mode Normal
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Smart Fan start PWM value 180
Smart Fan start PWM TEMP (DTS) 70
DeltaT 3
Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10
Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) 77
CPU Temperature (DTS) : 42
System Temperature : 30OC
CPU Fan 1 Speed : 3308 RPM
CPU Fan 2 Speed : 0 RPM
System Fan 1 Speed : 0 R PM
System Fan 2 Speed : 0 R PM
System Fan 3 Speed : 0 R PM
Core Voltage : 1.020V
DIMM Voltage : 1.512V
+12V : 11.880V
+5V : 5.124V
+3.3V : 3.396V
PCH Core Voltage : 1.068V
TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) 100
Smart Fan Function
PC Health Status
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Smart Fan Mode (Normal)
This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a
better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be
auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quite mode, the
fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment. If you choose Silent mode,
the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose
Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjust depending on users’ parameters.
Smart Fan start PWM value (180)
Smart Fan start PWM TEMP (DTS) (70)
This item is used to set the start PWM value of the smart fan.
This item is used to set the start temperature of the smart fan.
DeltaT (3)
This item specifies the range that controls CPU temperature and keeps it from going
so high or so low when smart fan works.
Smart Fan Slope PWM value (10)
This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan.
This item is used to set the fan full speed offset value.
Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) (77)
Press <Esc> to return to the PC Health Status page.
• CPU Temperature (DTS)
• System Temperature
• CPU Fan 1 Speed
• CPU Fan 2 Speed
• System Fan 1 Speed
• System Fan 2 Speed
• System Fan 3 Speed
• Core Voltage
• DIMM Voltage
• +12V
• +5V
• +3.3V
• PCH Core Voltage
System Component Characteristics
These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events,
such as CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & System fan speed...etc.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Smart Fan Select (CPU Fan 1)
This item allows you to change and configure Smart Fans on M/B. ex. CPU Fan1, CPU
Fan 2, System Fan 1.
TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) (100)
This item is used to set the value from the factory TCC activation temperature.
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Power Management Setup
This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.
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/PCI-E
Modem or PCI/PCI-E 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/PCI-E card.
Resume By USB (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the USB device wakeup function from S3
mode.
Resume By RING (Disabled)
An input signal on the serial Ring Indicator (RI) line (in other words, an incoming call
on the modem) awakens the system from a soft off state.
Resume By PS2 MS (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system
from power saving mode.
Resume By PS2 KB (Disabled)
This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system
from power saving mode.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
About Resume by Ring
Power Management Setup
Resume By RING Disabled
Resume By PME
Disabled
Wake on LAN Disabled
Resume By USB Disabled
Resume By PS2 KB Disabled
Resume By PS2 MS Disabled
Resume By RTC Alarm Disabled
EUP Function Enabled
Power LED Type Dual Color 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 on at Sx state.) If disabled, resume by USB (S3) will not
be available.
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.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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ACPI Settings
The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters
suspend.
ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)]
This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State (default).
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Select the highest ACPI sleep
state the system will enter
when the SUSPEND button is
pressed.
ACPI Settings
ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM)
EUP Function (Enabled)
This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support.
Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)
This item shows the type of the Power LED.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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CPU Configuration
The item in the menu shows the CPU.
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU G1840 @ 2.80GHz
This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your
computer.
EM64T (Supported)
This item shows the computer supports EM64T.
Processor Speed (2800MHz)
This item shows the current processor speed.
Processor Stepping (306c3)
This item shows the processor stepping version.
Microcode Revision (17)
This item shows the Microcode version.
Processor Cores (2)
This item shows the core number of the processor.
Intel HT Technology (Not Supported)
This item shows the computer not supports Intel HT Technology.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Number of cores to enable
in each processor package.
CPU Configuration
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU G1840 @ 2.80GHz
EM64T Supported
Processor Speed 2800 MHz
Processor Stepping 306c3
Microcode Revision 17
Processor Cores 2
Intel HT Technology Not Supported
Intel VT-x Technology Supported
Active Processor Cores All
Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled
Execute Disable Bit Enabled
Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled
LakeTiny Feature Enabled
CPU C3 Report Enabled
CPU C6 Report Enabled
CPU C7 Report C7s
Package C State limit AUTO
Enhanced Halt (C1E) Enabled
Active Processor Cores (All)
Use this item to control the number of active processor cores.
Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enables
this item to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT
4.0.
Intel VT-x Technology (Supported)
This item shows the computer supports Intel VT-x Technology.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Execute 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.
Intel Virtualization Technology (Enabled)
When disabled, a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided
by Vandor Pool Technology.
LakeTiny Feature (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the LakeTiny for C state configuration.
CPU C6 Report (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C6 (ACPI C3) report to OS.
CPU C7 Report (C7s)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C7 report to OS.
CPU C3 Report (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable CPU C3 (ACPI C2) report to OS.
Package C State limit (AUTO)
Use this item to set the package C state limit.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Enabled)
Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not
running.
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SATA Configuration
Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.
SATA Mode (AHCI Mode)
Use this item to select SATA mode.
Determines how SATA
controller(s) operate.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
SATA Configuration
SATA Mode AHCI Mode
SATA Port1
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SATA Port2
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SATA Port3
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SATA Port4
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SATA Port 1~4 (Not Present)
This motherboard supports four SATA channels and each channel allows one SATA
device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
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.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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All USB Devices (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.
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.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
USB Support Parameters
USB Configuration
All USB Devices Enabled
Legacy USB Support Enabled
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology.
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology.
Enable or disable Intel(R)
Rapid Start Technology.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Disabled
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
ISCT Support (Disabled)
Use this item to enable or disable ISCT support.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Enable/Disable ISCT Support
ISCT Support Disabled
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology.
Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V -
88:88:88:88:87:88.
Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V - 88:88:88:88:87:88
Configuration Boot Protocol,
Wake on LAN, Link Speed, and
VLAN.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) 100
NIC Configuration
PORT CONFIGURATION MENU
Blink LEDs 0
PORT CONFIGURATION INFORMATION
UEFI Driver : Intel(R) 1GbE DEV 6.0.03
Adapter PBA : FFFFFF-OFF
Chip Type Intel PCH LPT
PCI Device ID 1559
Bus : Device : Function 00:19:00
Link Status Disconnected
MAC Address 88:88:88:88:87:88
Link Speed (Auto Negotiated)
This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.
Wake On LAN (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable Wake on LAN function.
NIC Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Specifies the port speed
used for the selected boot
protocol.
Link Speed Auto Negotiated
Wake On LAN Enabled
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Press <Esc> to return to the Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V page.
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Initiate Graphic Adapter (Auto)
This item allows you to select graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.
The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge
chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.
Chipset Menu
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.
System Agent Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
System Agent (SA)
Parameters.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
System Agent Configuration
PCH Configuration
ME Configuration
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
IGD Memory (32M)
This item shows the information of the IGD (Internal Graphics Device) memory.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI
Graphics device should be
Primary Display or select SG
for Switchable Gfx.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
System Agent Configuration
Initiate Graphic Adapter Auto
IGD Memory 32M
DVMT Memory 256M
IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled
CPU SA Audio Device Enabled
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IGD Multi-Monitor (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the IGD Multi-Monitor.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
CPU SA Audio Device (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the CPU SA Audio device.
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Multi-Monitor technology
Please note that Multi-Monitor technology supports up to four monitors:
one or two Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics
devices under Windows 7/8/8.1.
Multi-Monitor technology can help you to increase the area available for programs
running on a single computer system through using multiple display devices.
It is not only to increase larger screen viewing but aslo to improving personal
productivity.
Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel
chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information,
please refer to chapter 4.)
Intel Integrated Graphics
PCI-Express Graphics
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Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set
IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].
Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item,
then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA
GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI
Graphics device should be
Primary Display or select SG
for Switchable Gfx.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
System Agent Configuration
Initiate Graphic Adapter Auto
IGD Memory 32M
DVMT Memory 256M
IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled
CPU SA Audio Device Enabled
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2.Select display devices, set the multiple displays option and to extend destop for
display “Multi-Monitor technology”.
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
3
4
Detect
Identify
3. DELL U2410Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Disconnect this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
You must select Apply before making additional changes.
!
Extend desktop to this display
Disconnect this display
Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8/8.1.
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
2
3
4
Detect
Identify
1. DELL U2410Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays:
This is currently your main display.
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
Show the path of the setting location
Display devices
The type of the display
Set the multiple displays
1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items
and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen.
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Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
Detect
Identify
4. AL1717Display:
Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Disconnect this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
You must select Apply before making additional changes.
!
3
4
3
Change the apprearance of your displays
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution
Search Control Panel
1
Detect
Identify
4. AL1717Display:
Resolution:
1920 x 1200 (recommended)
Orientation: Landscape
Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays:
Make this my main display
Advance settings
Make text and other items larger or smaller
What display settings should I choose?
OK Cancel Apply
2
You must select Apply before making additional changes.
!
3
4
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PCH Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)
This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating
status.
Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)
This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.
Case Open Warning (Disabled)
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.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Select AC Power state when
Power is re-applied after
a power failure.
PCH Configuration
Restore AC Power Loss Power Off
Audio Configuration
Azalia HD Audio
Enabled
Case Open Warning Disabled
Chassis Opened No
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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ME Configuration
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:
ME Control (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the ME Firmware.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Enable/Disable ME Firmware
Management Engine Technology Configuration
ME Control Enabled
ME FW Version 9.1.1.1000
ME FW Version (9.1.1.1000)
This item shows the ME FW version.
Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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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.
M.I.B. X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) Menu
CPU OverClocking Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
CPU OverClocking
Configuration
M.I.B. X (MB Intelligent BIOS X)
CPU OverClocking Configuration
Memory Configuration
North Bridge Configuration
Over Voltage Configuration
Profile Configuration
Spread Spectrum
Auto
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU G1840 @ 2.80GHz
Processor Speed 2800 MHz
Memory Frequency 1333 MHz
Total Memory 2048 MB(DDR3 )
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Non Turbo Ratio Override
Package Current Lock (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the package current lock.
CPU Ratio (28)
This item allows you to control non turbo CPU ratio.
CPU Ratio 28
Package Current Lock Disabled
IA Core Current Maximum
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled
Boot Performance mode Max Non-Turbo Perfor...
Disable OverClocking Lock Enabled
ICC clock setting
Host Clock Override(1/100 MHz) 10000
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled)
This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Technology).
IA Core Current (Maximum)
This item allows you to set IA Core Current Max.
Boot Performance mode (Max Non-Turbo Perfor...)
Use this item to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff.
Disable OverClocking Lock (Enabled)
This item allows you to control the OverClocking lock.
Host Clock Override(1/100 MHz) (10000)
This item shows the information of the host clock override.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.
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Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Memory Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
Memory RC Version (1.7.1.0)
This item shows the information of the memory RC version.
Memory Frequency (1333 MHz)
This item shows the information of the memory frequency.
Total Memory (2048 MB (DDR3))
This item shows the information of the total memory.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.
The selection of Memory
Profiles which impacts
memory sizing behavior.
Memory Information
Memory RC Version 1.7.1.0
Memory Frequency 1333 Mhz
Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3)
Memory Profiles Automatic
Memory Frequency 1333
Timing Default Current Target
tCL 9 9 9
tRCD 9 9 9
tRP 9 9 9
tRAS 24 24 24
NMode 1 1 0
tWR 10 10 10
tRFC 107 107 107
tWTR 5 5 5
tRRD 4 4 4
tRTP 5 5 5
tCWL 7 7 7
tREFI 5200 5200 5200
tFAW 20 20 20
tRC 33 33 33
tWRPRE 65000
tCPDED 65000
tPRPDEN 65000
OdtReadDelay 65000
tCKE 65000
tCCD 65000
tWPRE 65000
tRPRE 65000
tRDRD 65000
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Graphics Core Ratio Limit (21)
This item allows you to control the internal GFX core ratio.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.
North Bridge Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
Graphics Core Ratio Limit
Intel Graphics Configuration
Graphics Core Ratio Limit 21
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Over Voltage Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
PCH Core Voltage 1.068 V (Auto)
This item allows you to adjust the PCH voltage.
Processor Input Voltage (Auto)
This item allows you to adjust the processor input voltage.
Vdroop (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Vdroop.
PCH Core Voltage 1.068 V Auto
DIMM Voltage 1.512 V
Auto
Processor Input Voltage Auto
Vdroop Enabled
CPU Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) 0
CPU Voltage Mode Adaptive
CPU Voltage Offset(mV) 0
Offset Preflx +
RING Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) 0
RING Voltage Mode Adaptive
RING Voltage Offset(mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
SVID Control Enable Enabled
SVID Override Voltage Target(mV) 0
FIVR Faults Enable Enabled
FIVR Efficiency Enable Enabled
GT Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) 0
GT Voltage Mode Adaptive
GT Voltage Offset (mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
UNCORE Voltage Offset (mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
IOA Voltage Offset (mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
IOD Voltage Offset (mV) 0
Offset Prefix +
DIMM Voltage 1.512 V (Auto)
This item allows you to adjust the DIMM voltage.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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CPU/RING/GT Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) (0)
This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT Adaptive voltage target from
0 to 2000mV.
CPU/RING/GT Voltage Mode (Adaptive)
This item allows you to set the CPU/RING/Cache/GT voltage mode.
CPU/RING/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD Voltage Offset(mV) (0)
This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD voltage
offset from -1000 to 998mV.
Offset Prefix (+)
This item allows you to select the offset value as positive (+) or negative (-).
SVID Control Enable (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the SVID control. If this function be disabled, it will not be changed until CPU powers down.
SVID Override Voltage Target(mV) (0)
This item allows you to adjust the SVID override voltage target, up to 2500mV.
FIVR Faults Enable (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the FIVR faults.
If this function is disabled,
it will not be changed until CPU powers down.
FIVR Efficiency Enable (Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the FIVR efficiency. If this function is dis-
abled, it will not be changed until CPU powers down.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.
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Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Restore last setting (Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable to restore the last setting.
Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.
Profile Configuration
Scroll to this item to view the following screen:
Select Profile to configure
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Profile Configuration
Select Profiel
Restore last setting Disabled
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F1: General Help
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU G1840 @ 2.80GHz
This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your
computer.
Processor Speed (2800 MHz)
This item shows the CPU speed.
Memory Frequency (1333 MHz)
This item shows the memory frequency.
Total Memory (2048 MB (DDR3))
This item shows the total memory.
Spread Spectrum (Enabled)
If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic
Interference) generated by the system.
When end-users encounter failure after attempting over-clocking, please take the
following steps to recover from it.
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Press and hold the “Page Up Key (PgUp)” of the keyboard, and then boot the PC
up.
3. Two seconds after the PC boots up, release the “Page Up Key (PgUp)”.
4. The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself.
Warning: 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.
Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking
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This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password.
Security Menu
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Set Administrator Password
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Administrator Password
Administrator Password Status Not Install
User Password Status Not Install
System Mode state Setup
Secure Boot state Not Active
Secure Boot
Disabled
Administrator Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows administrator password installed or not.
User Password Status (Not Install)
This item shows user password installed or not.
Secure Boot (Disabled)
This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in
User Mode.
Secure Boot state (Not Active)
This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state.
System Mode state (Setup)
This item shows system mode setup or not.
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Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.
Boot Menu
Operation System Select (Windows 7 or other OS)
This item is used to select the operation system.
Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)
The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM.
Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.
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.
Bootup NumLock State (On)
This item enables you to select NumLock state.
Quiet Boot (Enabled)
This item enables or disables quiet boot.
Update System BIOS (Disabled)
This item enables or disables to update system BIOS.
Boot Mode Select (LEGACY)
Use this item to select boot mode.
Boot Option #1 /2 /3 /4 /5 /6 /7
These items show the boot priorities.
Windows 7 or other OS:
Boot policy for Legacy OS.
Windows 8: Boot policy for
UEFI OS without
Compatibility Support
Module(CSM).
Manual: User customized
CSM parameters & boot
policy.
USB/Floppy Drive Priorities
This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system. Press
<Enter> to see the submenu.
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
Boot Configuration
Operation System select Windows 7 or other OS
Launch PXE OpROM Disabled
Launch Strorage OpROM Enabled
Fast Boot Disabled
Bootup NumLock State On
Quiet Boot Enabled
Update System BIOS Disabled
Boot Mode Select LEGACY
FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities
Boot Option #1 Hard Disk
Boot Option #2 CD/DVD
Boot Option #3 USB/Floppy
Boot Option #4 USB CD/DVD
Boot Option #5 USB Hard Disk
Boot Option #6 USB Key
Boot Option #7 Network
USB/Floppy Drive Priorities
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Boot Override
Use this item to select the boot device.
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 defaults to all the setup options.
Discard Changes and Exit
This item enables you to exit system setup without saving any changes.
Discard Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset system setup without saving any changes.
This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the
changes.
Exit Menu
Back to EZ Mode
This item enables you to back to EZ mode.
Save Changes and Exit
This item enables you to exitt the system setup after saving the changes.
Save Changes and Reset
This item enables you to reset system setup after saving the changes.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Go back to EZ Mode
Back to EZ Mode
Save Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Save Changes and Reset
Discard Changes and Reset
Save Options
Save Changes
Discard Changes
Restore Defaults
Boot Override
Forza Motorsport 3 8.02
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
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Updating the BIOS
You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the
manufacturer’s Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals,
improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:
This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software
supplied with the motherboard.
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.
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Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software.
The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows 7/8/8.1.
When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will
automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it:
Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit.
Auto-installing under Windows 7/8/8.1
Displays the path for all
software and drivers
available on the disk.
Open Windows Explorer
and show the contents
of the support disk.
Click “Exit” button to
close the Auto-Setup
window.
Browse CD:
Click the “Setup”
button to select and
run the software
installation program.
Click the “ Utilities”
button to select and
install ECS Intelligent
Utility.
Information:
Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the
motherboard:
The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be
different according to the motherboard you are installing.
1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:
Running Setup
The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.
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2. Click Next. The following screen appears:
3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.
4. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:
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 will show the following screen after system restart, you
must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver.
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If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install
drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look
for the chipset and motherboard model, and 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.
Manual Installation
ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)
ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes
your computing more easily and conveniently.
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.
These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please
refer to the support disk for available software.
Windows 7/8/8.1 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message
after the system restart. You must select “Yes” to install the next driver.
Continue this process to complete the drivers installation.
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eBLU
ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS
with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install.
eDLU
ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle
by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to
download and install the drivers.
eSF
eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance
with your PC’s system loading and temperature.
It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to
optimize your system cooling environment.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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eOC
ECS eOC Utility is a simple over-clocking tool that provides user-friendly windows
operation interface for novices and over-clockers. Combining with ECS MIB X
technology, eOC challenges the undiscovered over-clocking capability than ever
before.
Monitor Easy Tuning
Advance Tuning
Options
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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Chapter 5
AMD CrossFireXTM Technology Support
This motherboard supports the AMD CrossFireX
TM
Technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation
procedures in this section.
Requirements
1 Two identical CrossFireXTM ready graphic cards are needed for the setup
of 2-way CrossFireX
TM
configuration.
2 You would need one CrossfireX
TM
bridge cable.
3 Make sure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX
TM
technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website
(www.amd.com).
4 Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the mini-
mum power required by your system.
Installing CrossFireXTM graphics cards
1. Insert the CrossFireX
TM
graphics cards into the PCIEX16_1/PCIEX16_2* slots. Make
sure that the card is properly seated on the slot.
* For reference only
3. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards.
2. Connect the cable from your monitors to the CrossFireXTM ready graphics card
installed on the PCIEX16_1 slot.
Monitor Cable
*The PCIEX16_2 slot supports PCI-E Gen 3.0 running at X8 mode and shares bandwidth with
the PCIEX16_1 slot.
*If installing two graphic cards into PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots, both two slots will run
at X8 mode.
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The CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box
To enable CrossFireXTM:
• Install AMD graphic card driver.
• Enter the Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box.
• check the “Enable CrossFireX
TM
” item.
• Click Apply button.
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Chapter 6
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID Configuration
The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology allows you to configure RAID 0, and 1 sets on the
external Serial ATA hard disk drives.
1. Install the external Serial ATA hard disk drive (HDD) on your system.
2. Set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS from “IDE Mode” to “RAID Mode”
See section “SATA Configuration” for details.
Before creating a RAID set
1. One SATA HDD.
2. A write-enabled floppy disk.
3. Microsoft
®
Windows® OS installation disk (Windows 7/8/8.1).
4. Motherboard support CD with Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver.
Complete the following steps before you create a RAID set:
Prepare the following items:
Determines how SATA
controller(s) operate.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
SATA Configuration
SATA Mode RAID Mode
SATA Port1
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SATA Port2
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SATA Port3
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
SATA Port4
Not Present
Spin Up Device Disabled
External SATA Disabled
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2. The main Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu appears.
Entering Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS
utility
1. During POST, press <Ctrl-I> to enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
RAID BIOS menu.
3. Use the arrow keys to move the color bar and navigate through the items.
3. Enter the Intel
®
Rapid Storage Technology option to set up your RAID
configuration.
4. Create an Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver disk for Windows
®
OS installation. See section “Creating a RAID driver disk” for details.
5. Install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver after the Windows
®
OS had been installed.
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM 11.0.0.1204
Copyright(C) 2003-07 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
RAID Volumes:
None defined.
Physical Disks:
Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
4 Maxtor 7H500F0 H81D3FLH 465.8GB Non-RAID Disk
5 ST3500320AS 5QM0KLEY 465.8GB Non-RAID Disk
Press <CTRL-I> to enter Configuration Utility...
[ Main Menu ]
1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options
2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]
RAID Volumes:
None defined.
Physical Devices:
ID Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)
2 WDC WD2001FASS-0 WD-WMAUR0083571 1.8TB Non-RAID Disk
3 SAMSUNG HD203WI S1UYJ1BZ203313 1.8TB Non-RAID Disk
[ ]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology-Option ROM - 11.0.0.1204
Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
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2. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to
select the RAID set that you want to create.
Creating a RAID set
1. In the main Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu, highlight
Create RAID Volume using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>.
3. Key in the RAID volume capacity. Use the up/down arrow to choose the
Capacity. The default value indicates the maximum capacity using the
selected disks. Entering a lower capacity allows you to create a second
volume on these disks.
When more than two HDDs are installed in your computer, the Disks item
will be selectable. Then users can select the HDD that you want to belong
to the RAID set. Please be noticed that selecting a wrong disk will result in
losing the original data of the HDD.
[ Main Menu ]
1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options
2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name: Volume0
RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe)
Disks: Select Disks
Strip Size: 128KB
Capacity: 931.5 GB
Create Volume
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name: Volume0
RAID Level: RAID1(Mirror)
Disks: Select Disks
Strip Size: N/A
Capacity: 465.8 GB
Create Volume
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name: Volume0
RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe)
Disks: Select Disks
Strip Size: 128KB
Capacity: 931.5 GB
Create Volume
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name: Volume0
RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe)
Disks: Select Disks
Strip Size: 128KB
Capacity: 931.5 GB
Create Volume
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Pressing <Y> deletes all the data in the HDDs.
5. The following screen appears, displaying the relevant information about
the RAID set you created.
Users please be noted that RAID 0 (Stripe) is set to accelerate the data
access, and RAID 1 (Mirror) is set to provide the data backup. If you want
to set RAID 0, you need to set the 2nd Boot Device item in the BIOS to Intel
Volume0. See section “Advanced Setup” for details.
4. When done, press <Enter> to confirm the creation of the RAID set. A
dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm;
otherwise, press <N>.
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name: Volume0
RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe)
Disks: Select Disks
Strip Size: 128KB
Capacity: 931.5 GB
[ ]Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM 11.0.0.1204
Copyright(C) 2003-07 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Press ENTER to create the specified volume.
WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.
Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N):
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]
RAID Volumes:
ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable
0 Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 931.5GB Normal Yes
Physical Disks:
Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)
4 Maxtor 7H500F0 H81D3FLH 465.8GB Member Disk(0)
5 ST3500320AS 5QM0KLEY 465.8GB Member Disk(0)
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Deleting a RAID set
1. In the main Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu, highlight
Delete RAID Volume using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>.
2. Use the space bar to select the RAID set you want to delete.
Press the <Del> key to delete the set.
3. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm;
otherwise, press <N>.
Pressing <Y> deletes all the data in the HDDs.
[ Main Menu ]
1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options
2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable
Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 2 931.5GB Normal Yes
[ ]Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM 11.0.0.1204
Copyright(C) 2003-07 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.
WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!
Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y/N):
[ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ]
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit
Sets the system boot order
Hard Disk Drive Priorities
1st Boot Intel volume0
+/- : Change Opt.
Enter/Dbl Click : Select
: Select Screen
/Click: Select Item
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC/Right Click: Exit
F9: Capture Screen
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Resetting disks to Non-RAID
An HDD that has been previously configured as part of another RAID set
in another platform is called a broken RAID HDD. When you install a broken
RAID HDD, you cannot select this disk when configuring a RAID set through
the Intel
®
Rapid Storage Technology option. If you still want to use this
broken RAID HDD as part of the RAID set configured through the Intel
®
Rapid Storage Technology, you may do so by resetting the disk to NonRAID. You will, however, lose all data and previous RAID configurations.
To reset disks to Non-RAID:
1. In the main Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu, highlight Reset
Disks to Non-RAID using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>.
2. Use the space bar to select the HDD to reset to Non-RAID.
3. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm;
otherwise, press <N>.
Pressing <Y> deletes all the data in the HDDs.
When you have finished, highlight Exit using the up/down arrow key then press
<Enter> to exit the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS utility.
A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm; otherwise, press
<N> to return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu.
Exiting Setup
[ Main Menu ]
1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options
2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit
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Chapter 7
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. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information:
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. Make sure the power cord is
plugged into the wall socket & the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned
“ on “ as well. 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 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard.
6. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are 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
c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.
1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Apply
the thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink & ensure the CPU fan is well-connected
with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system
is running.
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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 and
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 CPU cooler 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. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the
motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are
locked into place.
4. Remove the hard drive, optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of
these components may be at fault.
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.
Maintenance and care tips
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.
5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal
component.
Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/
Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information.
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POST Code Checkpoints
The POST code checkpoints are the largest set of checkpoints during
the BIOS pre-boot process. The following table describes the type of
checkpoints that may occur during the POST portion of the BIOS :
Checkpoint Description
01-0F SEC Status Codes & Errors
10-2F PEI exe cution up to and i ncluding memo ry detectio n
30-4F PEI execution after memory detection
50-5F PEI errors
60-CF DXE executio n up to BD S
D0-DF DXE errors
E0-E8 S3 Resume (PEI)
E9-EF S3 Resume errors (PEI)
F0-F8 Recovery (PEI)
F9-FF Recovery errors (PEI)
0 Not used
1 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).
2 AP initialization before microcode loading
3 North Bridge initialization before microcode loading
4 South Bridge initialization before microcode loading
5 OEM initialization before microcode loading
6 Microcode loading
7 AP initialization after microcode loading
8 North Bridge initialization after microcode loading
9 South Bridge initialization after microcode loading
A OEM initialization after microcode loading
B Cache initialization
C-D Reserv ed for future AMI SEC error codes
E Mi crocode not found
F Microcode not loaded
10 PEI Core is started
11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started
12 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific)
13 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific)
14 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific)
15 Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started
16 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
17 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
18 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
19 Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started
1A Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
1B Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
1C Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
1D-2A OEM pre-memory initialization codes
2B Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading
2C Memory initialization. Memory presence detection
2D Memory initialization. Programming memory timi ng information
2E Memory initialization. Configuring memory
2F Memory initialization (other).
30 Reserved fo r ASL (see AS L Status Code s secti on below )
31 Me mory Installed
32 CPU post-memory initialization is started
33 CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization
34 CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP) initialization
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35 CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection
36 CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization
37 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started
38 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
39 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
3A Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
3B Post-Memory South Bridge initialization is started
3C Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
3D Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
3E Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
3F-4E OEM post memory initialization codes
4F DXE IPL is started
50 Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed
51 Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed
52 Memory initialization error. Inv alid memory size or memory modules do not match.
53 Memory initializatio n error. No usable memory detected
54 Unspecified memory initialization error.
55 Me mory no t installed
56 Invalid CPU type or Speed
57 CPU mismatch
58 CPU self test failed or possible CPU cach e error
59 CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed
5A Internal CPU error
5B re set PPI i s not av ailable
5C-5F Reserv ed for future AMI error codes
E0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)
E1 S3 Boot Script execution
E2 Video repost
E3 OS S3 wake vector call
E4-E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes
E0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)
E8 S3 Resume Failed in PEI
E9 S3 Resume P PI no t Fo und
EA S3 Resume Boot Script Error
EB S3 OS Wake Error
EC-EF Reserved for future AMI error codes
F0 Recov ery condition triggered by firmw are (Auto recovery)
F1 Recov ery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)
F2 Recov ery process started
F3 Recov ery firmware i mage is found
F4 Recov ery firmware i mage is loaded
F5-F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes
F0 Recov ery condition triggered by firmw are (Auto recovery)
F1 Recov ery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)
F2 Recov ery process started
F3 Recov ery firmware i mage is found
F4 Recov ery firmware i mage is loaded
F5-F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes
F8 Recovery PPI is not available
F9 Recov ery capsule is not found
FA Invalid recovery capsule
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FB-FF Reserv ed for future AMI error codes
1 Memo ry not Installed
1 Memory was installed twice (InstallPeiMemory routine in PEI Core called twice)
2 Recovery started
3 DXE IPL w as not fo und
3 DXE Core Firmw are Volume w as not found
7 Reset PPI i s not available
4 Recovery failed
4 S3 Resume failed
60 DXE Core is started
61 NVRAM initialization
62 Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services
63 CPU DXE initialization is started
64 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
65 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
66 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
67 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
68 PCI host bridge initialization
69 North Bridge DXE initialization is started
6A North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
6B North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6C North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6D North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6E North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6F North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
70 South Bridge DXE initialization is started
71 South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
72 South Bridge devices initialization
73 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
74 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
75 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
76 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
77 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
78 ACPI module initialization
79 CSM initialization
7A-7F Reserved for future AMI DXE codes
80-8F OEM DXE initialization codes
90 Boot Dev ice Selection (BDS) phase is started
91 Driver connecting is started
92 PCI Bus initialization is started
93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Contro ller Initialization
94 PCI Bus Enumeratio n
95 PCI Bus Request Resource s
96 PCI Bus Assign Resource s
97 C onsole Outp ut de v ices c onne ct
98 Console input devices connect
99 Supe r IO Initializ atio n
9A USB initialization is started
9B USB Reset
9C USB Detect
9D USB Enable
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9E-9F Reserved for future AMI codes
A0 IDE initialization is started
A1 IDE Reset
A2 IDE Detect
A3 IDE Enable
A4 SCSI initialization is started
A5 SCSI Reset
A6 SCSI Detect
A7 SCSI Enable
A8 Setup Verifying Password
A9 Start of Setup
AA Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
AB S etup Input W ait
AC Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below )
AD Ready To Boot event
AE Legacy Boot event
AF Exit Boot Services event
B0 Runti me S et Virtual Address MAP Begin
B1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End
B2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization
B3 System Reset
B4 USB hot plug
B5 PCI bus hot plug
B6 Clean-up of NVRAM
B7 C onf iguratio n Reset (re set of NVRAM settings)
B8-BF Reserved for future AMI codes
C0-CF OEM BDS initialization codes
D0 CPU initialization error
D1 North Bridge i nitialization error
D2 South Bridge initialization error
D3 Some of the Archite ctural Protocols are not av ailable
D4 PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources
D5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM
D6 No Console Output Devices are found
D7 No C onsole Input Devices are f ound
D8 Invalid password
D9 Error loading Boo t Option (LoadImage returned error)
DA Boo t Optio n is failed (StartImage returned error)
DB Flash update is failed
DC Reset protocol is not available
4 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available
5 No C onso le O utput D ev ices are found
5 No Co nsole Inp ut Dev ices are fo und
1 Invalid password
6 Flash update is failed
7 Reset protocol is not available
8 Platform PCI reso urce requireme nts cannot be met
01 System is entering S1 sleep state
02 System is entering S2 sleep state
03 System is entering S3 sleep state
04 System is entering S4 sleep state
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