ELITEGROUP ECS A780GM-A User Manual
Preface
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particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and
to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the
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Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
AMD, Phenom, Athlon, Sempron and Duron are registered trademarks of AMD
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur
le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
Chapter 5
Hybrid Graphics® Technology
Support
Describes features of the motherboard.
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Describes installation of motherboard
components.
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Provides information on using the BIOS
Setup Utility.
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Describes the motherboard software
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Describes the Hybrid Graphics
Technology
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Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction............................................................................................1
Features...................................................................................................2
Motherboard Components...................................................................4
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions.............................................................................7
Choosing a Computer Case..............................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Case.............................................7
Checking Jumper Settings................................................................8
Setting Jumpers.........................................................................8
Checking Jumper Settings.........................................................9
Jumper Settings.........................................................................9
Installing Hardware..........................................................................10
Installing the Processor...........................................................10
Installing Memory Modules.....................................................11
Expansion Slots
Connecting Optional Devices..................................................17
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Har d Drive......20
Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive...........................................21
Connecting I/O Devices..............................................................22
Connecting Case Components......................................................23
Front Panel Header..................................................................25
Chapter 3
Using BIOS 27
About the Setup Utility ....................................................................27
The Standard Configuration..........................................................27
Entering the Setup Utility...............................................................27
Using BIOS.......................................................................................28
Standard CMOS Setup..................................................................29
Advanced Setup.............................................................................32
Advanced Chipset Setup................................................................34
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Integrated Peripherals.................................................................35
Power Management Setup.............................................................36
PCI/PnP Setup..............................................................................37
PC Health Status...........................................................................38
M.I.B (MB Intelligent Bios)...........................................................40
Load Default Settings....................................................................42
Supervisor Password....................................................................42
User Password..............................................................................43
Save & Exit Setup .........................................................................43
Exit Without Saving.......................................................................43
Updating the BIOS.........................................................................44
Chapter 4
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Using the Motherboard Software 45
About the Software CD-ROM.........................................................45
Auto-installing under W indows XP/V ista......................................45
Running Setup...............................................................................46
Manual Installation..........................................................................50
Utility Software Reference................................................................50
Chapter 5
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Hybrid Graphics® T echnology Support 55
Hybrid Graphics® Technology .........................................................55
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the A780GM-A Ultra motherboard. This motherboard is a
high performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket for AMD
TM
Phenom
SempronTM processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
The motherboard incorporates the AMD 780G Northbridge (NB) and SB750
Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports the HyperTransport
terface. The memory controller supports DDR2 memory DIMM frequencies of
1066*1 (AM2+)/800/667/533/400. It supports four DDR2 slots with maximum
memory size of 32 GB*2. One PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface,
are fully compliant to the PCI Express Genaration 2.0 (version 2.0).
The SB750 Southbridge supports three PCI slots which are PCI 2.3 compliant. In
addition, two PCI Express x1 slots are supported, fully compliant to the PCI Express
Generation 2.0 (version 2.0). It integrates USB 2.0 interface, supporting up to
twelve functional ports (six USB ports and three USB 2.0 headers support additional
six USB ports). One onboard IDE connector supports two IDE devices in Ultra ATA
133/100/66/33 modes. The Southbridge integrates a Serial ATA host controller,
supporting six SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each.
There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and
keyboard connectors, one VGA port, one HDMI port, six USB ports, one ESATA
port, one optical SPDIFO port, one LAN port and audio jacks for microphone, linein and 6/8-channel High Definition Audio output.
processor (socket AM2+)/AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core/AthlonTM 64/
TM
3.0 in-
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1. Whether 1066 MHz memory speed is supported depends on the CPU
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being used.
2. Currently, the memory maximum size we have tested is 8 GB (2 GB per
dimm).
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Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses a socket AM2+/AM2 that carries the following features:
• Accommodates AMD Phenom
AMD Athlon
TM
64 X2 Dual-Core/Athlon
• Supports HyperTransport
HyperTransportTM Technology is a point-to-point link between two devices, it
enables integrated circuits to exchange information at much higher speeds than
currently available interconnect technologies.
This board supports CPU up to 140W TDP only.
TM
processor (socket AM2+)
TM
TM
(HT) 3.0 interface speeds
64/Sempron™ processors
Chipset
The AMD 780G Northbridge (NB) and SB750 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are
based on an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and
performance.
AMD 780G
(NB)
• One x4 A-Link Express II interface (PCI Express 1.1
compliant) for connection to an AMD Southbridge
• Supports one PCI Express x16 for Graphics Interface,
fully compliant to the PCI Generation 2.0 (version 2.0).
• Proven Radeon
TM
graphics powering DirectX®10
• Enhanced Digital Display integration
• Fully ACPI 2.0, OnNow, and IAPC (Instantly Available
PC) power management
• Single chip solution in 55nm, 1.1 V CMOS technology
SB750
(SB)
• Integrated ATI Hybrid Graphics, ATI AvivoTM HD1, ATI
PowerPlayTM, Low Power Design, AMD Cool’nQuiet
2.0, ATI SurroundViewTM, AMD OverDrive and AMD
RAIDXpert
TM
• Compliant with PCI 2.3 specification at 33 MHz
• Supports six Serial ATA devices which speeds up to 3.0
Gb/s
TM
• Complies with SATA 2.5 specification
• Supports both SATA 1.5 and SATA3.0 compliance devices
• Supports AHCI hardware assist to support advanced
features such as NCQ ( Native Command Queuing), Hot
Plug, and Device or Host initiated power Management
(DIIPM/HIPM)
• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to
twelve USB 2.0 ports
• Integrated IDE controller supports Ultra AT A 133/100/66/
33 modes
Memory
• Supports DDR2 1066 (AM2+)/800/667 DDR SDRAM with Dualchannel architecture
• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 8 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 32 GB*
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Audio
• All DACs support 192K/96K/48K/44.1KHz DAC sample rate
• High-quality analog differential CD input
• Software selectable 2.5V/3.75V VREFOUT
• Meets Microsoft WLP 3.08 audio requirements
• Direct Sound 3D
TM
compatible
Onboard LAN
• Supports PCI Express
• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
TM
1.1
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 for Graphics Interface
• Two PCI Express x1 slots
• Three 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• One IDE connector supporting up to two IDE devices
• One floppy disk drive interface
• Six 7-pin SATA connectors
This motherboard supports Ultra DMA bus mastering with transfer rates of
133/100/66/33 MB/s.
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
• One VGA port
• One HDMI port
• One ESATA port
• Six USB ports
• One LAN port
• One optical SPDIFO port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6/8-channel High Definition
Audio output.
BIOS Firmware
The motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system
features including the following:
• Power management
• Wake-up alarms
• CPU parameters
• CPU and memory timing
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in
the ambiance between 0 and 50°C.
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Motherboard Components
Introducing the Motherboard
Table of Motherboard Components
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LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket
2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
3. PWR_FAN2 Power cooling fan connector
4. DDR2_1~4 240-pin DDR2 SDRAM slots
5. ATX_POWE
6. IDE Primary IDE connector
7. SPK Speaker header
8. PWR_FAN1 Power cooling fan connector
9. SATA1~6 Serial ATA connectors
10. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
11. PWR_BTN Power on button
12. RST_BTN Reset button
13. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
14. SPI_DEBUG SPI DEBUG header
15. F_USB1~3 Front Panel USB headers
16. FDD Floppy disk drive connector
17. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
18. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
19. PCI1~3 32-bit add-on card slots
20. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 slot for graphics interface
21. PCIE1~2 PCI Express x1 slots
22. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
23. ATX12V 8-pin +12V power connector
Socket for AMD Phenom
AthlonTM64 X2 Dual-Core/AthlonTM 64/SempronTM processors
Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
TM
processor (socket AM2+
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
Introducing the Motherboard
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Memo
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the ATX system case. Firstly, some features on the
motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the
features required. Secondly, this motherboard supports one floppy diskette drive and
two enhanced IDE drives. Make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for
all drives that you intend to install.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 X 244 mm. Choose a case that
accommodates this form factor.
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Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT.
SHORT OPEN
Installing the Motherboard
Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
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Jumper Settings
Jumper Type Description
CLR_CMOS
To avoid the system unstability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and
then “Save Changes and Exit”.
3-pin
Clear CMOS
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Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn off the system.
1
CLR_CMOS
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Installing Hardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure
that you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surfacemount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the
cooling fan scrapes across the motherboard, you may cause serious
damage to the motherboard or its components.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near
the processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is
carelessly installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the
clips. Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you
can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system
bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change the settings in the system
Setup Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or
other components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the
power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other
hardware components.
This motherboard has a socket AM2+/AM2 processor socket. When choosing a
processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is
based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the
processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
Installing the Motherboard
CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
1 Install your CPU. Pull up the lever away from
the socket and lift up to 90-degree angle.
2 Locate the CPU cut edge (the corner with
the pin hold noticeably missing). Align and
insert the CPU correctly.
3 Press the lever down and apply thermal
grease on top of the CPU.
4 Put the CPU Fan down on the retention mod-
ule and snap the four retention legs of the
cooling fan into place.
5 Flip the levers over to lock the heat sink in
place and connect the CPU cooling Fan power
cable to the CPUFAN connector. This completes the installation.
To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you
use a high quality fan with 4800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heatsink
installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin
DDR2 1066 (AM2+)/800/667. The total memory capacity is 32 GB*.
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DDR2 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR2 667 333 MHz
DDR2 800 400 MHz
DDR2 1066 533 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Each module can be
installed with 8 GB of memory.
The four DDR2 memory sockets (DDR2_1, DDR2_2, DDR2_3, DDR2_4) are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_2
ff
ff
Channel 1: DDR2_3, DDR2_4
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.
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Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR2 SDRAM only.
2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be
installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to
the edges of the DIMM.
6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.
For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users
install DIMMs in the sequence of DIMM3, DIMM4, DIMM1 and
DIMM2.
Recommend configuration for best performance and compatibility
Number of DIMMs DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 AM2 AM2+ *
1
2
3
4
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Unganged Mode
Ganged Mode
Unganged Mode
Ganged Mode
* When Unganged Mode is disabled
: operation with normal performance
: operation with the best performance
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Table A: DDR2 (memory module) QVL (Qualified V endor List)
The following DDR2 1066 (AM2+)/800/667 memory modules have been tested and
qualified for use with this motherboard.
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Type Size Ve ndor Module Name
Apacer 78.91G92.9K5
512 MB
1 GB
DDR2 667
2 GB
Micron MT4HTF6464AY-667E1
PSC AL6E8E63J-6E1
Ramxel RML1520M38D6F-667
Samsung K4T51083QC
Apacer
Corsair VS1GB667D2/Corsair/64M8CFEG QIB0900721
Hexon HYNT7AUDR-30M48
Kingston KVR667D2N5/RAmos/RC12T083CA6-53EC
Micron MT8HTF12864AY-667E1
PSC
Samsung
Aeneon AET860UD00-30DB08X
Apacer 78.A1G9O.9K4
Hexon HYNT8AUDR-30M88
Hynix HYMP125U64AP8-Y5-AB-A
Kingston KVR667D2N5
LeadMax LD 5PS 1 G831
PSC AL8E8F73C-6E1
Qimonda HYS64T256020EU-3S-C2
Elpida 1GB AM4B5708GEWS7E-0637F
AU01GE667C5KBGC/Apacer/AM4B5708CPJS7E0810
Gold bar M378T2863DZS 0742/SEC/ZCE6
K4T1G084QD
78.01G9O.9K5
C
AL7E8E63B-6E1T
AL7E8F63J-6E1
AL7E8F73C-6E1
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DDR2 800
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
Infineon HYS64T64020HU-2.5-A/Infineon/HYB18T256 800AF25
Kingston KVR800D2N5/512
Micron MT8HTF6464AY-80ED4
Qimonda
A-DATA
Aeneon
Apacer
Geil Geil Millenary/Geil/GL2L64M088BA18H
Hexon ELPT7AUDR-25M48
Kingston
Ramaxel
Samsung
Silicon
Power
Smart DM080818-HY1/Hynix/HY5PS1G831CFP-S5 C822A
Transcend Transcend/DIMM 5-5-5/Transcend/TQ123PGF8T0709
A-DATA Red A-DATA M2OMI6H3J4720L1C5Z/A-DATA/Boxed
Aeneon AET860UD00-25DC08X
Apacer 78.A1GA0.9K4
CORSAIR CORSAIR/CM2X2048-6400C5/CORSAIR/Boxed
Geil Platinum Edition/Geil/Boxed/2GB/DS
Hexon ELPT8AUDR-25M88
Kingston KVR800D2N5
Micron MT16HTF25664AY-800E1
PSC AL8E8F73C-8E1
Qimonda HYS64T256020EU-25F-C2
Samsung M378T5663QZ3-CF7/SEC/HCF7 K4T1G084QQ/DS
Silicon
Power
M2GV D6G3I41P0U1E5E/A-DATA/VD29608A8D-
AET760UD00-30DB97X/Aeneon/AET93R250B 0725
AU01GE800C5KBGC/Apacer/AM4B5708JQJS8E0749
R ML1320EH38D7F-800/Elpida/E5108AHSE-8E-E
Gold bar M378T2953EZ3-CE7 0726/SEC/ZCE7
H YS72T64000HU-2.5-
B/Qimonda/HYB18T512800BF25
25EG-E0722
AET760UD00-25DC08X
D
78.01GA0.9K5
KHX6400D2ULK2/2G
KVR800D2N5/1G
0705098L1
K4T510830E
SP001GBLRU800S01
SP002GBLRU800S01
Type Size Vendor Module Name
Kingston KVR1066D2N7/512
Kingston KVR1066D2N7/1G
Qimonda HYB18T512800CF19F
2 GB
Micron MT8HTF12864AY-1GAE1
Micron DMT16HTF25664AY-1GAE1
DDR2 1066
512 MB
1 GB
1.Due to the Phenom CPU and memory module limitation, the DRAM
may need to adjust the voltage for supporting DDR2 1066. The memory
modules which can be used stably are listed in the above QVL table for
reference.
2.DDR2 1066 is supported when using socket AM2+ CPU.
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