Preface
Copyright
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Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
•Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:
EN 55022
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
EN 55024
EN 60950
CE marking
Limits and methods of mesurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment
Disturbances in supply systems caused
Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appliances and similar electrical equipment “ Voltage fluctuations”
Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristicsLimits and methods of measurement
Safety for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment
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:
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Introduction........................................................................................... |
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Pakage Contents.................................................................................. |
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Specifications...................................................................................... |
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Motherboard Components................................................................ |
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I/O Ports............................................................................................... |
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Installing the Motherboard |
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Safety Precautions.............................................................................. |
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Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis....................................... |
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Checking Jumper Settings.................................................................. |
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Installing Hardware........................................................................... |
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Installing the Processor............................................................ |
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Installing the CPU Cooler........................................................ |
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Installing Memory Modules................................................... |
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Installing Add-on Cards.......................................................... |
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Connecting Optional Devices................................................. |
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Installing an FDD Drive............................................................ |
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Installing a SATA Hard Drive................................................... |
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Connecting Case Components........................................................ |
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Front Panel Header................................................................ |
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Using BIOS |
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About the Setup Utility...................................................................... |
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The Standard Configuration........................ ........................... |
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Entering the Setup Utility....................................................... |
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Resetting the Default CMOS Values..................................... |
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Advanced Menu...................................................................... |
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M.I.B. III(MB Intelligent Bios III) Menu.................................... |
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Boot Menu............................................................................... |
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Security Menu......................................................................... |
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Exit Menu................................................................................ |
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Updating the BIOS...................................................................... |
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Using the Motherboard Software |
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Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8....................................... |
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Running Setup........................................................................ |
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Manual Installation.......................................................................... |
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ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)..................................... |
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Trouble Shooting |
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Start up problems during assembly.............................................. |
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Start up problems after prolong use............................................ |
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Maintenance and care tips.............................................................. |
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Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart..................................................... |
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the H81H3-M3 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150 socket for Intel→ Haswell Processor.
This motherboard is based on Intel→ H81 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600/ 1333 MHz. One PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, is fully conformed to PCI Express 2.0 Standard. In addition, two PCI Express x1 slots and one PCI slot are for extending usage.
It integrates USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interface, supporting up to eight USB 2.0 ports (four USB 2.0 ports and two USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports) and optional four USB 3.0 ports (two USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel and optional one USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports).
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard connectors, one VGA port, one DVI port, one HDMI port, one RJ45 LAN connector, four USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6-ch line-out.
In addition, this motherboard supports two SATA 6Gb/s and two SATA 3Gb/s connectors for expansion.
Package Contents
Your motherboard package ships with the following items:
H81H3-M3 Motherboard
Quick Installation Guide
User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
2 SATA Cables
The package contents above are for reference only, please take the actual package items as standard.
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Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture |
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2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB |
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LAN |
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1 x D-Sub port (VGA) |
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1 x DVI port |
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1 x HDMI port |
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4 x USB 2.0 ports |
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1 x RJ45 LAN connector |
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2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue) |
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1 x Audio port (1x Line in, 1x Line out, 1x Mic_in Rear) |
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Internal I/O |
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1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector |
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1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector |
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2 x COM headers |
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1 x Case open header |
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1 x ME_UNLOCK header |
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1 x CLR_CMOS header |
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System BIOS |
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AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM |
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Supports Plug and Play, STR(S3)/STD(S4) |
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Supports Hardware Monitor |
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Supports Dual Display (depends on display output) |
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Supports Pgup clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only) |
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Support EZ BIOS (1024 x 768 resolution, GUI UEFI) |
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Supports Multi-Language |
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Motherboard Components
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Table of Motherboard Components
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1. CPU Socket |
LGA1150 socket |
2. CPU_FAN |
4-pin CPU cooling fan connector |
3. DDR3_1~2 |
240-pin DDR3 Module slots |
4. FDD |
Floppy disk header (optional) |
5. ATX_POWER |
Standard 24-pin ATX power connector |
6. TPM |
Trusted Platform Module header (optional) |
7. USB3F |
Front panel USB 3.0 header (optional) |
8. USBPWR_F2 |
Front panel USB power select jumper |
9. SATA2_3~4 |
Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors |
10. SATA3_1~2 |
Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors |
11. CLR_CMOS |
Clear CMOS jumper |
12. F_PANEL |
Front panel switch/LED header |
13. CASE |
CASE open header |
14. ME_UNLOCK |
ME unlock header-for factory use only |
15. F_USB1~2 |
Front panel USB 2.0 headers |
16. USBPWR_F1 |
Front panel USB power select jumper |
17. COM1~2 |
Onboard serial port headers |
18. LPT |
Printer Header |
19. PCI |
32-bit add-on card slot |
20. F_AUDIO |
Front panel audio header |
21. PCIE1~2 |
PCI Express x1 slots |
22. PCIEX16 |
PCI Express slot for graphics interface |
23. SYS_FAN |
4-pin system cooling fan connector (co-lay 3-pin) |
24. USBPWR_R2 |
Rear USB3 power select jumper |
25. USBPWR_R1 |
Rear USB/PS2/LAN power select jumper |
26. ATX12V |
4-pin +12V power connector |
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I/O Ports
1. PS/2 Mouse (green)
Use this PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 mouse.
2. PS/2 Keyboard (purple)
Use this PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
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 2.0 Ports
Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.
7. USB 3.0 Ports
Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.
8. LAN Port
Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
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9. Line-in (blue)
It can be connected to an external CD/DVD player, Tape player or other audio devices for audio input.
10. Line-out (lime)
It is used to connect to speakers or headphones.
11. Microphone (pink)
It is used to connect to a microphone.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
2-1. Safety Precautions
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Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage |
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Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded |
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object before working on the motherboard. |
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2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis
This motherboard carries a Micro ATX form factor of 244 x 200 mm. Choose a chassis that accommodates this from 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.
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
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2-3. Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled.
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1. To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”.
2.Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before selecting the 5VSB function.
3.It is required that users place the USBPWR_F1/F2 & USBPWR_R1/R2 cap onto 2-3 pin rather than 1-2 pin as default if you want to wake up the computer by USB/PS2 KB/Mouse.
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2-4. Installing Hardware
2-4-1. Installing the Processor
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cache memory and external cache memory. |
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The following illustration shows CPU installation components. |
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A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right |
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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.
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Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.
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2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler
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clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components. |
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C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.
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2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules
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•This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin DDR3 1600/1333.
•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 two slots. Total memory capacity is 16 GB.
•Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
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.
C. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM.
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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.
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PCIEX16 Slot
PCIE1~2 Slots
PCI Slot
The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.
This motherboard is equipped with one standard PCI slot. PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slot on this board is PCI v2.3 compliant.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation.
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Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
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1. 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
2. The onboard PCI interface does not support 64-bit SCSI cards.
Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card:
Install the VGA Card in the PCI slot |
Install the LAN Card in the PCIE X1 slot |
Install the VGA Card in the PCIE X16 slot
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2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices:
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TPM |
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F_USB1~2 |
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USB3F |
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COM1~2 |
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F_AUDIO |
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ME_UNLOCK |
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1. TPM: Trusted Platform Module header
Trusted platform module (TPM) is a published specification detailing a micro controller that can store secured information, and implementations of that specification.
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2. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header
This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate.
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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3. SATA2_3/4 & SATA3_1/2 : Serial ATA connectors
SATA2_3/4 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s devices, and SATA3_1/ 2 connectors 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.
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4. 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.
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5. ME_UNLOCK: ME Unlock Header
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6. F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers
The motherboard has two USB 2.0 headers supporting four 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.
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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