Foxconn 661FX7MJ Series, 661GX7MJ Series User Manual

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66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT,

TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C.

declares that the product

Motherboard

661FX7MJ/661GX7MJ series

is in conformity with

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characteristics of information technology equipment

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Type of Product: Motherboard

Manufacturer: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY

COMPANY LTD

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INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN,

TAIWAN, R.O.C.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)

this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Tested to comply with FCC standards.

Signature : Date : 2006

Product Introduction

Main Features............................................................................................2

Motherboard Layout...................................................................................4

Rear Panel Connectors...............................................................................5

Installation Instructions

CPU............................................................................................................8

Memory....................................................................................................11

Power Supply..........................................................................................12

Other Connectors.....................................................................................13

Expansion Slots........................................................................................17

Jumpers...................................................................................................18

BIOS Description

Enter BIOS Setup......................................................................................22

Main Menu................................................................................................22

Standard CMOS Features.........................................................................24

BIOS Features..........................................................................................26

Advanced BIOS Features.........................................................................27

Advanced Chipset Features.....................................................................31

Integrated Peripherals...............................................................................35

Power Management Setup........................................................................39

PnP/PCI Configurations.............................................................................43

PC Health Status.......................................................................................44

Frequency/Voltage Control.......................................................................45

Load Fail-Safe Defaults............................................................................46

Load Optimized Defaults...........................................................................46

Set Supervisor/User Password................................................................46

Save & Exit Setup.....................................................................................47

Exit Without Saving...................................................................................47

Table of Contents

Chapter

1

Chapter 2

Chapter

3

Driver CD Introduction

Utility CD content......................................................................................49

Start to install drivers................................................................................50

Table of Contents

4

Chapter

Directions for Bundled Software

SuperStep................................................................................................52

SuperUpdate............................................................................................55

5

Chapter

SuperLogo...............................................................................................60

Special BIOS Functions

SuperBoot................................................................................................63

SuperBIOS-Protect...................................................................................64

SuperSpeed.............................................................................................65

SuperRecovery........................................................................................66

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Chapter

1.Attach the CPU and heatsink using silica gel to ensure full contact.

2.It is suggested to select high-quality, certified fans in order to avoid

damage to the motherboard and CPU due to high temperatures.

3.Never turn on the machine if the CPU fan is not properly installed.

4.Ensure that the DC power supply is turned off before inserting or

removing expansion cards or other peripherals, especially when

you insert or remove a memory module. Failure to switch off the DC

power supply may result in serious damage to your system or

memory module.

We cannot guarantee that your system will operate normally while

over-clocked. Normal operation depends on the over-clock capacity of

your device.

Attention:

Since BIOS programs are upgraded from time to time, the BIOS de-

scription in this manual is just for reference. We do not guarantee that

the content of this manual will remain consistent with the actual BIOS

version at any given time in the future.

Attention:

The pictures of objects used in this manual are just for your reference.

Please refer to the physical motherboard.

Attention:

Attention:

This manual is suitable for motherboard of 661FX7MJ/

661GX7MJ series. Each motherboard is carefully designed

for the PC user who wants diverse features.

-L with onboard 10/100M LAN(Default is elliptical)

-Kwith onboard Gigabit LAN

-6with 6-channel audio(Default is elliptical)

-8with 8-channel audio

-Ewith 1394 function

-Swith SATA function

-Rwith RAID function

-2with DDR2 function

You can find PPID label on the motherboard. It indicates the

functions that the motherboard has.

For example:

On the black mark of the PPID label, it means the motherboard

supports 6-Channel Audio (-6),1394 function (-E), onboard 10/

100M LAN (-L), SATA function (-S).

Chapter

Thank you for buying Foxconn’s 661FX7MJ/661GX7MJ

series motherboard. This series of motherboard is one of

our new products and offers superior performance, reliabil-

ity and quality, at a reasonable price. This motherboard adopts

the advanced SiS 661FX/661GX + 964/964L chipset, provid-

ing users a computer platform with a high integration-com-

patibility-performance price ratio.

This chapter includes the following information:

v Main Features

v Motherboard Layout

v Rear Panel Connectors

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Chapter 1 Product Introduction

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Main Features

Size

· mATX form factor of 9.6” x 8.3”

Microprocessor

· Supports Intel®Pentium® D/Pentium® 4 /Celeron® D processor in an LGA775

package

· SiS 661FX7MJ supports FSB at 533MHz/800MHz

· SiS 661GX7MJ supports FSB at 533MHz

Chipset

· 661FX7MJ Series: SiS661FX (North Bridge) + SiS 964/964L (South Bridge)

· 661GX7MJ Series: SiS 661GX (North Bridge) + SiS 964/964L (South Bridge)

System Memory

· Two 184-pin DIMM slots

· Supports PC 3200/PC 2700/PC 2100 memory

· Supports 128 Mb/256 Mb/512 Mb/1 Gb technology up to 2GB

USB 2.0 Ports

· Supports hot plug

· Eight USB 2.0 ports (four rear panel ports, two onboard USB header providing

four extra ports)

· Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate

Onboard Serial ATA (optional)

· 150MBps transfer rate

· Supports two S-ATA devices, such as HDD, etc

· Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD(supported on 964)

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Onboard LAN (-L)

· Supports 10/100M Ethernet

· LAN interface built-in on board

AGP 8X

· AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the VGA interface specification that enabled enhanced

graphics performance with high bandwidth speeds up to 2.1GB/s

Onboard Audio (-6)

· AC’ 97 2.3 Specification Compliant

· Onboard Line-in jack, Microphone jack, Line-out jack

· Supports 6-channel audio (setting via software)

Expansion Slots

· Three PCI slots

· One AGP slot

BIOS

· Licensed advanced AWARD (Phoenix) BIOS, supports flash ROM, plug-and-

play ready

· Supports HDD, CD-ROM or USB device boot up

Green Function

· Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface)

· Supports S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4

(suspend to disk – depends on OS) and S5 (soft-off)

Advanced Features

· PCI 2.3 Specification Compliant

·Supports Windows 98/2000/ME/XP soft-off

· Supports PC Health function (capable of monitoring system voltage, CPU

temperature, system temperature and fan speed)

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Motherboard Layout

1. CD_IN Connector

2. Front Audio Connector

3. PCI Slots

4. FWH/LPC Connector(optional)

5. BIOS TBL_EN Connecor

6. IrDA Header

7. SPI Connector(optional)

8. COM2 Connector

9. S/PDIF OUT Connector

10. FDD Connector

11. South Bridge: SiS 964/964L

12. Front USB Connectors

13. Speaker Connector(optional)

14. Chassis Intruder Connector

15.Front Panel Connector

16. System Fan Connector

17. Clear CMOS Jumper

18. SATA Connector(optional)

19. HDD Connector

20. 20-pin ATX Power Connector

21. Memory Slots

22. North Bridge: SiS 661FX/661GX

23. CPU Socket

24. AGP 8X Slot

25. AUX_IN Connector(optional)

26. 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector

27.CPU FAN Connector

Note:

The above motherboard layout is provided for reference only;

please refer to the physical motherboard.

123456

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8

9

10

11

12

13
14

15 161718 19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

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USB 2.0 Ports

PS/2 Mouse
Connector

Parallel Port
(Printer Port)

LAN Connector

Line-in jack

Line-out jack

Microphone jack

1

2

4

6

7

8

PS/2 Keyboard
Connector

Serial Port

(COM1)

3

VGA Port

5

Rear Panel Connectors

This motherboard provides the ports as below:

Line-in jack, Line-out jack, Microphone jack

When using a 6-Channel sound source, connect the front speaker to the green

audio output; connect the surround sound speaker to the blue audio output; con-

nect the center speaker/subwoofer to the red Microphone output.

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Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

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This chapter introduces the hardware installation process,

including the installation of the CPU and memory. It also

addresses the connection of your power supply, connection

of hard drive and floppy drive data cables, and setting up

various other feature of the motherboard. Caution should be

exercised during the installation process. Please refer to

the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read

the contents in this chapter carefully.

This chapter includes the following information:

v CPU

v Memory

v Power Supply

v Other Connectors

v Expansion Slots

v Jumpers

Chapter

2

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Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

Notes:

Take note of the following precautions before you install compo-

nents or change settings.

1.Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object,

such as an attached power supply, beforehandling compo-

nents to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

2.Unplug the power cord before opening your chassis or touching

any component.

3.Hold components by their edges to avoid touching any exposed

integrated circuits (ICs).

4.Whenever you uninstall a component, place it on a grounded

anti-static pad or into anti-static bag that it came in.

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CPU

This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® D/ Pentium® 4/Celeron® D Proces-

sors in an LGA775 package .

Installation of CPU

Below is the CPU socket illustration. Follow these procedures to install a CPU.

Load lever

Load stiffener

Load plate

Protective cover

1. Use thumb and forefinger to hold the hook of the load lever and pull the lever

down and away from socket to unlock it. Lift the load lever.

2. Push down the rear tab with your forefinger to bring the front end of the load

plate up slightly. Open the load plate with thumb. Be careful not to touch the

contacts.

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3. Hold CPU with thumb and forefinger. Ensure fingers align to socket cutouts.

Match the CPU triangle marker to Pin 1 position as shown below. The alignment

key also provides the orientation directed function. Lower the CPU straight down

without tilting or sliding the CPU in the socket.

4. After installing the CPU, remove the protective cover from load plate. The

protective cover is used to protect the contacts of the socket. Do not discard the

protective cover. Always replace the socket cover if the CPU is removed from the

socket.

Alignment Key

Socket Cutouts

Pin 1 position

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5. Close the load plate, and slightly push down the tongue side.

6. Lower the lever and lock it to the load plate, then the CPU is locked completely.

Note :

Excessive temperatures will severely damage the CPU and

system. Therefore, you should install CPU cooling fan and make

sure that the cooling fan works normally at all times in order to

prevent overheating and damaging to the CPU. Please refer to your

CPU fan user guide to install it properly.

For more detailed information about CPU Qualified Vendor List, please visit our

website:http://www.foxconnc hannel.comFo

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Memory

This motherboard includes two 184-pin slots Memory sockets. You must in-

stall at least one memory module to ensure normal operation. If you install two

modules, they must be the same speed. Mixed memory modules from different

manufacturers is not recommended.

Installation of DDR Memory

1.There is only one gap in the center of the DIMM socket, and the memory

module can be fixed in one direction only. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing

the module clips outward.

2.Align the memory module to the DIMM socket and insert the module verti-

cally into the DIMM socket.

3.The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM socket will lock automatically.

104

Pins

80

Pins

For more detailed information about Memory Qualified Vendor List, please vist

our website:http://www.foxconnchannel.com

Warning :

Be sure to unplug the AC power supply before adding or

removing expansion cards or other system peripherals, es-

pecially the memory devices, otherwise your motherboard

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Power Supply

This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order to avoid damaging any

devices, make sure that they have been installed properly prior to connecting the

power supply.

4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector: PWR2

The ATX power supply connects to PWR2

and provides power to the CPU.

20-pin ATX power connector: PWR1

PWR1 is the ATX power supply connector.

Make sure that the power supply cable and

pins are properly aligned with the connector

on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power

supply cable into the connector and make

sure it is secure.

4-pin ATX_12V power connector

GND

GND

12V

3

1

4

2

12V

20-pin ATX power connector

1

11

3.3V

-12V

GND

-5V 5V

GND

GND

PS-ON

GND

5V

10

20

3.3V

5V

12V

5V

PWR-OK

3.3V

GND GND GND 5VSB

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Other Connectors

This motherboard includes connectors for FDD devices, IDE HDD devices, USB

devices, IR module, CPU fan, system fan and others.

FLOPPY Connector

This motherboard includes a standard FDD connector, supporting 360K, 720K,

1.2M, 1.44M, and 2.88M FDDs.

HDD connectors: PIDE & SIDE

This connectors supports the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE hard disk ribbon

cable. Connect the cable’s blue connector to the primary (recommended) or sec-

ondary IDE connector, then connect the gray connector to the Ultra DMA 133/

100/66 slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connector to the Ultra DMA

133/100/66 master device. If you install two hard disks, you must configure the

second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard

disk documentation for the jumper settings.

Attention:

Ribbon cables are directional, therefore, make sure to

always connect with the cable on the same side as pin 1 of the

PIDE/SIDE or FDD connector on the motherboard.

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Front Panel Connector: FP1

This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch

and LED indicators.

Hard Disk LED Connector(HDD_LED)

The connector connects to the case’s IDE indicator LED indicating the activity

status of IDE hard disk.

Reset Switch (RESET)

Attach the connector to the Reset switch on the front panel of the case; the

system will restart when the switch is pressed.

Power LED Connector (PLED)

Attach the connector to the power LED on the front panel of the case. The Power

LED indicates the system’s status. When the system is in S0 status, the LED is

on. When the system is in S1 status, the LED is blink; When the system is in S3,

S4, S5 status, the LED is off.

Power Swith Connector (PWRBTN#)

Attach the connector to the power button of the

case. Pushing this switch allows the system

to be turned on and off rather than using the

power supply button.

COM2 Connector: COM2

This connector accommodates a second serial

port using an optional serial port bracket. Con-

nect the bracket cable to this connector then in-

stall the bracket into a slot opening at the back of

the system chassis.

FP1

NCHDD_LEDRESET

PLEDPWRBTN#

1 + -

+ -

COM2

1

2

9

10

DSR

DTR

SIN

CTSRTS

SOUT

RLSD

RI

GND

NA

IrDA Header: IR

This connector supports wireless transmitting

and receiving device. Before using this function,

configure the settings of IR Address, IR Mode

and IR IRQ from the “Onboard Super IO Device

Menu” section of the CMOS Setup.

1

IR

+5V

GND

RX

TX

Empty

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USB Headers: F_USB1, F_USB2

Besides four USB ports on the rear panel, the

series of motherboards also have two 10-pin

header on board which may connect to front

panel USB cable (optional) to provide addi-

tional four USB ports.

F_USB1/2

VCC

D+

D-

Empty

GND

NC

D+

D-

GND

VCC

Fan Connectors: CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN

The speed of CPU_FAN and FAN1 can be de-

tected and viewed in “PC Health Status” sec-

tion of the CMOS Setup. These fans will be au-

tomatically turned off after the system enters

suspend mode.

CPU_FAN

POWER

GROUND

CONTROL

SENSE

1

SYS_FAN

SENSE

+12VGND

1

Audio Connectors: CD_IN, AUX_IN(optional)

CD_IN, AUX_IN are Sony standard CD audio connector, it can be connected to

a CD-ROM drive through a CD audio cable.

CD_IN

CD_L

GND

CD_R

1

AUX_IN

AUX_L

GND

AUX_R

1

The Serial ATA connectors are used to connect
the S-ATA devices to the motherboard. These
connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables

for primary internal storage devices. The cur-

rent Serial ATA interface allows up to 150MB/s

data transfer rate.

S-ATA Connectors: SATA_1, SATA_2(optional)

SATA_1,SATA_2

GND

GND

GND

TX+

TX-

RX+

RX-

1

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Audio Interface: F_AUDIO

The audio interface provides two kinds of audio

output choices: the Front Audio, the Rear Audio.

Their priority is sequenced from high to low (Front

Audio to Rear Audio). If headphones are plugged

into the front panel of the chassis (using the Front

Audio), then the Line-out (Rear Audio) on the rear

panel will not work. If you do not want to use the

Front Audio, pin 5 and 6, pin9 and 10 must be

short, and then the signal will be sent to the rear

audio port.

S/PDIF Out Connector: SPD_OUT

The S/PDIF out connector is capable of provid-

ing digital audio to external speakers or com-

pressed AC3 data to an external Dolby digital

decoder.

Note:The empty pin of S/PDIF cable should be
aligned to empty pin of S/PDIF out connector.

SPD_OUT

Chassis Intruder Connector: INTR

The connector connects to the chassis security

switch on the case. The system can detect the

chassis intrusion through the status of this

connector. If the connector has been closed once,

the system will send a message. To utilize this

function, set “Case Open Warning” to “Enabled”

in the “PC Health Status” section of the CMOS

Setup. Save and exit, then boot the operating sys-

tem once to make sure this function takes effect.

INTR

1

INTRUDERJ

GND

Speaker Connector: SPEAKER(optional)

The speaker connector is used to connect
speaker of the chassis.

SPEAKER

1

SPK (Pull high)

SPKJ

Empty

NC

1

+5V

GND

Empty

SPDIF_OUT

F_AUDIO

MIC_IN

MIC_PWR

NA

AUD_OUT_L

AUD_OUT_R

MIC_GND

+5VA

AUD_RET_R

Empty

AUD_RET_L

10

9

2

1

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Expansion Slots

This motherboard includes three 32-bit master PCI bus slots, one AGP slot.

PCI Slots

The expansion cards can be installed in the three PCI slots. When you install or

take out such cards, you must make sure that the power plug has been pulled

out. Please read carefully the instructions provided for such cards, and install

and set the necessary hardware and software for such cards, such as the jumper

or BIOS setup.

AGP Slot

This motherboard has an AGP slot that supports 1.5V AGP cards. AGP is an

interfacing specification designed to display 3D images. It provides a specialized

66MHz, 32-bit channel to allow the graphic controller to directly access the master

memory and supports 4X and 8X speeds.

Warning:

The motherboard may be damaged if a 3.3V AGP card is used. Make

sure that your AGP card is 1.5V specification. Note the notches on

the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the AGP slot on your

motherboard.

Installing an expansion card

1.Before installing the expansion card, read carefully the documentation that

came withit and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2.Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing any expan-

sion cards.

3.Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use.

4.Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is

completely seated in the slot.

5.Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

For more detailed information about AGP Qualified Vendor List, please vist our

website:http://www.foxconnchannel.com

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Jumpers

The users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard if needed. This

section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard by changing

the jumper settings. Users should read the following contents carefully prior to

modifying any jumper settings.

Description of Jumpers

1. For the jumpers on this motherboard, pin 1 can be identified by the silk-

screen printed “ ” next to it. However, in this manual, pin 1 is simply

labeled as “1”.

2. The following table provides some explanation of the jumper pin settings.

User should refer to this when adjusting jumper settings.

Clear CMOS Jumper: CLS_CMOS

This motherboard uses the CMOS RAM to store all

the set parameters. The CMOS can be cleared by

removing the CMOS jumper.

How to clear CMOS?

1.Turn off the AC power supply and quickly

connect pins 1 and 2 together using the

jumper cap.

2.Return the jumper setting to normal (pins 2

and 3 locked together with the jumper cap).

3.Turn the AC power supply back on.

Jumper Diagram Definition Description

1-2 Set pin1 and pin2 closed

2-3 Set pin2 and pin3 closed

Closed Set the pin closed

Open Set the pin opened

1

1

1

1

1

1

Normal Status

(Default)

Clear CMOS Jumper

Clear CMOS

1

3

2

1. Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings.

2. Do not clear the CMOS while the system is turned on.

Warning:

1

3

2

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BIOS TBL ENABLE Jumper:TBL_EN

The system cannot boot, if the BIOS failed to be
flashed in conventional flash BIOS process. You
will have no such worry when using the BIOS TBL
function, which is used to protect BIOS “Top Boot
Block”. By using this function, the system still can
boot even if the flash BIOS fails and show some
information to recover the BIOS. To utilize this
function, you just leave this jumper as short pin 2

and 3 with the jumper cap.

BIOS TBL

Disabled

BIOS TBL

Enabled

TBL_EN

3

2

1

3

2

1

LPC Connector: FWH/LPC_CON(optional)

This motherboard provides an LPC connector. This

connector is used to flash the LPC BIOS. Connect

one side of a cable to the connector, then attach the

BIOS Flash Card to the other side of the cable.

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1

2

FWH/LPC_CON

SPI Connector: SPI_CON(optional)

This motherboard provides an SPI connector. This

connector is used to flash the SPI BIOS. Connect

one side of a cable to the connector, then attach the

BIOS Flash Card to the other side of the cable.

7

8

1 2

SPI_CON

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Starting up for the first time

1.After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.

2.Be sure that all switches are off.

3.Turn on the devices in the following order.

a. Monitor

b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

c. System power

4. After applying power Led on the system front panel case lights up. For ATX

power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power

switch. If your monitor complies with green standards or if it has a power

standby feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange

and green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-

on tests. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps or additional mes

sages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds

from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a

power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your

retailer for assistance.

5.At power on, hold down <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Follow the instruc-

tions in Chapter 3.

Powering off the computer

1.Using the OS shut down function

If you use windows 98/ME/2000/XP, click the Start button, click Shut Down,

then click the OK button to shut down the computer. The power supply should

turn off after Windows shuts down.

2.Using the dual function power switch

While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than 4 sec-

onds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the

BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than 4 seconds lets the

system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting.

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Chapter 3 BIOS Description

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the

BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters

are also provided.

You have to run the Setup Program when the following cases occur:

1.An error message appears on the screen during the system

POST process.

2.You want to change the default CMOS settings.

This chapter includes the following information:

v Enter BIOS Setup

v Main Menu

v Standard CMOS Features

v BIOS Features

v Advanced BIOS Features

v Advanced Chipset Features

v Integrated Peripherals

v Power Management Setup

v PnP/PCI Configurations

v PC Health Status

v Frequency/Voltage Control

v Load Fail-Safe Defaults

v Load Optimized Defaults

v Set Supervisor/User Password

v Save & Exit Setup

v Exit Without Saving

Chapter

3

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Enter BIOS Setup

The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software,

correctly setting up the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system

performance. Power on the computer, when the following message briefly

appears at the bottom of the screen during the POST (Power On Self Test),

press <Del> key to enter the AWARD BIOS CMOS Setup Utility.

Press TAB to show POST screen, DEL to enter SETUP.

Main Menu

The main menu allows you to select from the list of setup functions and two exit

choices. Use the arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to

accept or go to the sub-menu.

The items in the main menu are explained as below:

Standard CMOS Features

The basic system configuration can be set up through this menu.

BIOS Features

The special features can be set up through this menu.

Main Menu

Note:

We do not suggest that you change the default parameters in the

BIOS Setup, and we shall not be responsible for any damage that

result from any changes that you make.

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Advanced BIOS Features

The advanced system features can be set up through this menu.

Advanced Chipset Features

The values for the chipset can be changed through this menu, and the sys-

tem performance can be optimized.

Integrated Peripherals

All onboard peripherals can be set up through this menu.

Power Management Setup

All the items of green function features can be set up through this menu.

PnP/PCI Configurations

The system’s PnP/PCI settings and parameters can be modified through

this menu.

PC Health Status

This will display the current status of your PC.

Frequency/Voltage Control

Frequency and voltage settings can be adjusted through this menu.

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

The default BIOS settings can be loaded through this menu.

Load Optimized Defaults

The optimal performance settings can be loaded through this menu,

however, the stable default values may be affected.

Set Supervisor/User Password

The supervisor/user password can be set up through this menu.

Save & Exit Setup

Save CMOS value settings to CMOS and exit setup.

Exit Without Saving

Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.

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Standard CMOS Features

This sub-menu is used to set up the standard CMOS features, such as the date,

time, HDD model and so on. Use the arrow keys select the item to set up, and

then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> keys to choose the setting values.

Date

This option allows you to set the desired date (usually as the current date)

with the <day><month><date><year> format.

Day—weekday from Sun. to Sat., defined by BIOS (read-only).

Month—month from Jan. to Dec..

Date—date from 1st to 31st, can be changed using the keyboard.

Year—year, set up by users.

Time

This option allows you to set up the desired time (usually as the current time)

with <hour><minute><second> format.

IDE Channel 0/1 Master/Slave

These categories identify the HDD types of 2 IDE channels installed in the

computer system. There are three choices provided for the Enhanced IDE BIOS:

None, Auto, and Manual. “None” means no HDD is installed or set; “Auto” means

the system can auto-detect the hard disk when booting up; by choosing “Manual”

and changing Access Mode to “CHS”, the related information should be entered

manually. Enter the information directly from the keyboard and press < Enter>:

Cylinder number of cylinders Head number of heads

Precomp write pre-compensationLanding Zone landing zone

Sector number of sectors

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Award (Phoenix) BIOS can support 3 HDD modes: CHS, LBA and Large or Auto mode.

CHS For HDD<528MB

LBA For HDD>528MB & supporting LBA (Logical Block Addressing)

Large For HDD>528MB but not supporting LBA

Auto Recommended mode

Drive A/B

This option allows you to select the kind of FDD to be installed, including “None”,

[360K, 5.25 in], [1.2M, 5.25 in], [720K, 3.5 in], [1.44M, 3.5 in] and [2.88 M, 3.5 in].

Halt On

This category determines whether or not the computer will stop if an error is
detected during powering up.

All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a nonfatal error, the system

will stop and you will be prompted.

No Errors The system boot will not stop for any errors that may

be detected.

All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error; but

it will stop for all other errors.

All, But Diskette The system boot will not stop for a diskette error; but it

will stop for all other errors.

All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or disk

error, but it will stop for all other errors.

Memory

This is a Display-Only Category, determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of
the BIOS.

Base Memory The BIOS POST will determine the amount of base

(or conventional) memory installed in the system.

Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory

is present during the POST.

Total Memory Total memory of the system.

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BIOS Features

v[SuperBoot] SuperBoot

SuperBoot allows system-relevant information to be stored in CMOS upon the

first normal start-up of your PC, and the relevant parameters will be restored

to help the system start up more quickly on each subsequent start-up.

v[SuperBIOS-Protect] SuperBIOS-Protect

SuperBIOS-Protect function protects your PC from being affected by viruses,

e.g. CIH.

v[SuperRecovery] SuperRecovery Hotkey

SuperRecovery provides the users with an excellent data protection and HDD

recovery function.

v[SuperSpeed] CPU Frequency

The conventional over-clock method uses the jumpers on the motherboard,

and it is both troublesome and apt to errors. By using SuperSpeed, a CPU

can be overclocked by keying in the desired in the CPU clock range.

vCPU: DRAM Frequency Ratio

This option is used to set CPU:DRAM Frequency Ratio.

vDRAM Frequency

This option is used to show DRAM frequency.

BIOS Features Menu

Warning:

Be sure your selection is right. CPU overclock will be dangerous!

We will not be responsible for any damage caused.

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Advanced BIOS Features

vCPU Feature

Press enter to set the items of CPU feature.

vHard Disk Boot Priority

This option is used to select the priority for HDD startup. After pressing

<Enter>, you can select the HDD using the <PageUp>/<PageDn> or Up/

Down arrow keys, and change the HDD priority using <+> or <->; you can

exit this menu by pressing <Esc>.

vVirus Warning

Allows you to choose the VIRUS warning feature for IDE hard disk boot sector

protection. If this function is enabled and someone attempt to write data into

this area, BIOS will show a warning message on screen and an alarm will

beep.

Note: Such function provides protection to the start-up sector only; it does

not protect the entire hard disk.

vCPU L1 & L2 Cache

This option is used to enable or disable the CPU L1 and L2 cache. The

available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

vCPU L3 Cache

This option is used to enable or disable CPU L3 cache.

vHyper-Threading Technology

This option is used to turn on or off the Hyper-Threading function of the CPU.

Note: This function will not be displayed untill a CPU that supports Hyper-

Threading has been installed.

Advanced BIOS Features Menu

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vCPU L2 Cache ECC Checking

This option is used to enable or disable CPU L2 cache ECC checking.

vFirst/Second/Third Boot Device

This option allows you to set the boot device’s sequence.

vBoot Other Device

With this function set to enable, the system will to boot from some other

devices if the first/second/third boot devices failed.

vSwap Floppy Drive

If you have two floppy diskette drives in your system, this option allows you to

swap the assigned drive letters.

vBoot Up Floppy Seek

If this option is enabled, BIOS will activate the floppy drive during the system

boot and the drive’s indicator will flash after the activation. The magnetic

head will move back and forth from A to B.

vBoot Up NumLock Status

This option defines if the keyboard Num Lock key is active when your ystem

is started.

vGate A20 Option

This option is used to set up the A20 signal control necessary for access to

the 1MB memory.

vTypematic Rate Setting

If this option is enabled, you can use the following two items to see the

typematic rate and the typematic delay settings for your keyboard.

vTypematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

Use this option to define how many characters per second a held-down key

generated.

vTypematic Delay (Msec)

Use this option to define how many milliseconds must elapse before a held-

down key begins generating repeat characters.

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vSecurity Option

When it is set to “Setup”, a password is required to enter the CMOS Setup

screen; When it is set to “System”, a password is required not only to enter

CMOS Setup, but also to start up your PC.

vAPIC Mode

This option is used to enable or disable APIC mode.

vMPS Version Control For OS

This option is used to set up the version of MPS Table used in NT4.0 OS.

vOS Select For DRAM > 64MB

This option is only required if you have installed more than 64 MB of memory

and you are running the OS/2 operating system. Otherwise, leave this option

at the default.

vHDD S.M.A.R.T Capability

This option is used to enable or disable hard disk S.M.A.R.T. support function.

vReport No FDD For WIN 95

If you are using the Windows 95 and running a system with on floppy drive,

select ”Yes” for this option to ensure compatibility with Windows 95 logo

certification.

vVideo BIOS Shadow

This option is used to enable or disable Video BIOS Shadow. If you enable

this option, the video BIOS will be copied to RAM. Video shadow will increase

the video speed.

vSmall Logo (EPA) Show

This option allows you to enable or disable the EPA logo.

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vDelay Prior to Thermal

This option is used to set the delay time before the CPU enters auto thermal

mode.

vThermal Management

This option is used to manage Prescott CPU thermal.

Note: This option will not be displayed until a Prescott CPU has been installed.

vTM2 Bus Ratio

Represents the frequency bus ratio of the throttled performance state that will

be initiated when the on-die sensor goes from not hot to hot.

vTM2 Bus VID

Represents the voltage of the throttled performance state that will be initi-

ated when the on-die sensor goes from not hot to hot.

vExecute Disable Bit

The option is used to help prevent certain classes of malicious buffer

overflow attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.

vVirtualization Technology

The option is uset to set of hardware enhancements to Intel server and

client platforms that can improve virtualization solutions.

vFrequency Unlimit

The option is uset to disabled or enabled the frequency unlimit.

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Advanced Chipset Features

vDRAM Clock/Timing Control

Press enter to set the items about DDR RAM.

vAGP & P2P Bridge Control

Press enter to set the items about AGP.

v OnChip AGP Control

Press enter to set the items about onchip AGP.

v System BIOS Cacheable

Select “Enabled” to allow caching of the system BIOS which may improve

performance. If any other program writes to this memory area, a system error

may result.

vVideo RAM Cacheable

Select “Enabled” to allow caching of the Video BIOS which may improve

performance. If any other program writes to this memory area, a system error

may result.

vMemory Hole at 15M-16M

This option is used to determine whether the 15M-16M address field of memory

is reserved for the ISA expansion card.

Advanced Chipset Features Menu

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vDRAM Timing control

This option determines DRAM timing using SPD or manual configuration.

Only set as manual, the following 4 items can be updated.

vDRAM CAS Latency

This option determines CAS Latency.

v RAS Active Time (tRAS)

This option determines RAS active time.

vRAS Precharge Time (tRP)

This option is used to define the idle clocks after issuing a precharge com-

mand to the SDRAM.

vRAS to CAS Delay (tRCD)

This option is used to define the minimum RAS to CAS delay using 1us

granularity.

DRAM Clock/Timing Control Menu

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vAGP Aperture Size

This option defines the size of the aperture if you use an AGP graphics adapter.

The aperture is a portion of the PCI memory address range dedicated for

graphic memory address space.

Note: This function does not work when Onboard VGA is used.

vGraphic Window WR Combin

This option is used to disable or enable Graphic Window Write Combin mode.

vAGP Fast Write Support

Use this option to enable or disable AGP fast write support.

vAGP Data Rate

Use this option to set AGP data rate.

AGP & P2P Bridge Control Menu

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vVGA Share Memory Size

This option is used to set the onboard VGA share memory size.

vGraphics Engin Clock

This option is used to set onchip AGP graphics engin clock.

OnChip AGP Control Menu

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Integrated Peripherals

vSIS Onchip IDE Device

Press enter to set onchip IDE device.

vSIS Onchip PCI Device

Press enter to set onchip PCI device.

vOnboard SuperIO Device

Press enter to set onboard superIO device.

v IDE HDD Block Mode

This option is used to set whether the IDE HDD block mode is allowed.

v Init Display First

This option is used to set which display device will be used first when your PC

starts up.

v USB0/1/2/2.0 Access Interface

This option is used to set USB0/1/2/2.0 Access Interface.

v MAC Access Interface

This option is used to set MAC access interface.

v Audio Access Interface

This option is used to set audio Access Interface.

Integrated Peripherals Menu

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vInternal PCI/IDE

This option is used to set the ports of onboard IDE.

vIDE Primary/ Secondary Master/Slave PIO

These four items let you assign which kind of PIO (Programmed Input/Output)

is used by IDE devices. Choose Auto to let the system auto detect which PIO

mode is the best or select a PIO mode from 0-4.

vPrimary/Secondary Master/Slave UltraDM

UltraDMA technology provides faster access to IDE devices. If you install a

device that supports UltraDMA, change the appropriate item on this list to

Auto.

vIDE DMA transfer access

This option is used to enable or disable IDE DMA transfer access.

vIDE Burst Mode

This option is used to enable or disable IDE burst mode.

SIS OnChip IDE Device Menu

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vSIS USB Controller

This option is used to enable or disable SIS USB controller.

vUSB 2.0 Supports

This option is used to enable or disable USB 2.0.

vUSB Keyboard Support

This option is used to enable or disable USB keyboard under legacy OS.

vUSB Mouse Support

This option is used to enable or disable USB mouse under legacy OS.

vSIS AC97 AUDIO

This option is used to enable or disable SIS AC97 AUDIO.

vSIS 10/100M ETHERNET

This option is used to enable or disable SIS 10/100M ethernet.

vSiS Serial ATA Controller

This option is used to enable or disable SiS serial ATA controller.

vSiS Serial ATA Mode

This option is used to set Serial ATA mode. The default is recommended.

The available setting values are: IDE and RAID.

vOnboard Lan Boot ROM

This option is used to decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard

LAN chip.

SIS OnChip PCI Device Menu

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Onboard Super IO Device Menu

vOnboard FDC Controller

This item is used to set whether the onboard FDC controller is enable.

vOnboard Serial Port 1/2

This items are used to assign the I/O address and interrupt request(IRQ) for

the onboard serial port 1/2.These items cannot be adjusted.

vUART Mode Select

Use this item to select the UART mode.Setting values include Normal, IrDA,

ASKIR. The setting value is determined by the infrared module installed on

the board.

vUR 2 Duplex Mode

This item is available when UART Mode Select is set to either ASKIR or IrDA.

This item enables you to determine the infrared function of the onboard infra

red chip.

vOnboard Parallel Port

This item allows you to determine onboard parallel port controller I/O address

and interrupt request(IRQ).

vParallel Port Mode

This item is used to assign data transport protocols of parallel port.The avail

able option: SPP, EPP, ECP, ECP+EPP and Normal. Normal mode supports

data output only; ECP and EPP mode support data input and output in bidirec

tional mode,but they just fit known ECP and EPP devices.

vECP Mode Use DMA

Select a DMA Channel for the parallel port when using the ECP mode. This

field is configured only if Parallel Port Mode is set to ECP.

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vACPI function

ACPI stands for “Advanced Configuration and Power Interface”. ACPI is a

standard that defines power and configuration management interfaces be-

tween an operating system and the BIOS. In other words, it is a standard that

describes how computer components work together to manage system

hardware. In order to use this function the ACPI specification must be sup-

ported by the OS (for example, Windows 2000 or Windows XP).

v ACPI Suspend Type

This option is used to set the energy saving mode of the ACPI function.

When you select “S1 (POS)” mode, the power will not shut off and the

supply status will remain as it is, in S1 mode the computer can beresumed

at any time. When you select “S3 (STR)” mode, the power will be cut off after

a delay period. The status of the computer before it enters STR will be saved

in memory, and the computer can quickly return to previous status when the

STR function wakes. When you select “S1 & S3” mode, the system will

automatically select the delay time.

vPower Management

This option is used to set the power management scheme.

vSuspend Mode

This option is used to set the idle time before the system enters into sleep

status.

vVideo Off Option

This option is used to set video off option.

Power Management Setup Menu

Power Management Setup

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vVideo Off Method

This option is used to define the video off method. “Blank Screen” mode

means that after the computer enters power saving mode, only the monitor

will close, however, the vertical and horizontal scanning movement of the screen

continues. When you select the “V/H SYNC + Blank” mode the vertical and horizontal

scanning movement of screen stops when the computer enters power

saving mode. “DPMS Supported” mode is a new screen power management

system, and it needs to be supported by the monitor you’re using.

vSwitch Function

This option is used to enable or disable switch function to wake up.

vMODEM Use IRQ

This option is used to set the IRQ in which the modem can use. The system

will automatically wake up when the modem receives an incoming call.

vHot Key Function As

The option is used to define the hot key function.

vHDD Off After

This option is used to define the continuous HDD idle time before the HDD

enters power saving mode.

vPower Button Override

This option is used to set the power down method. This function is only valid

for systems using an ATX power supply.

When “Instant Off” is selected, press the power switch to immediately turn off power.

When “Delay 4 Sec” is selected, press and hold the power button for four

seconds to turn off power.

vPower State Resume Control

This option is used to control power resume state.

vPM Wake Up Events

Press enter to set the items of PM wake up Events.

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vIRQ [3-7,9-15], NMI

This option is used to enable or disable IRQ[3-7,9-15], NMI.

vIRQ 8 Break Suspend

This option is used to enable or disable IRQ8 break suspend.

vRING Power Up Control

If this option is enable, it allows the system to resume from a software power

down or power saving mode whenever there is an incoming call to an in-

stalled fax/modem. This function needs to be supported by the relevant hard-

ware and software.

vMACPME Power Up Control

This option is used to enable or disable the system to be waken up by onboard

LAN.

vPCIPME Power Up Control

This option is used to enable or disable the system to be waken up by PCI

card.

vPS2KB Wakeup from S3/S4/S5

This option is used to set which action will wake up PS/2 keyboard from S3/

S4/S5status. The setting values are Any Key, Hot Key, Password.

vPS2MS Wakeup from S3/S4/S5

This option is used to set which action will wake up PS/2 mouse from S3/S4/

S5 status.

PM Wake Up Events Menu

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vPower Up by Alarm

This option is used to set the timing of the start-up function. In order to use this

function, the start-up password function must be canceled. Also, the PC power

source must not be turned off. The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.

vMonth Alarm

This option is used to set the timing for the start-up month. The setting values

contain 0 - 12 and NA.

vDay of Month Alarm

This option is used to set the timing for the start-up day of the month. The setting

values contain 0 - 31.

vTime (hh:mm:ss) Alarm

This option is used to set the timing for the start-up time. The setting values

contain hh:0 – 23; mm:0 – 59; ss:0 – 59.

vPrimary/Secondary IDE

When these items are enabled, the system will restart the power saving timeout

counters when any activity is detected on any of the drives or devices on the

primary or secondary IDE channels.

vFDD, COM,LPT Port

When this option is enabled, the system will restart the power saving timeout

counters when any activity is detected on the floppy disk drive, serial ports, or

the parallel port.

vPCI PIRQ [A-D]#

When this option is disabled, any PCI device set as the master will not power

on the system.

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PnP/PCI Configurations

PnP/PCI Configurations Menu

v Reset Configuration Data

This option is used to set whether the system is permitted to automatically

distribute IRQ DMA and I/O addresses when each time that the machine is

turned on.

vResources Controlled By

This option is used to define the system resource control scheme. If all cards

you use support PnP, then select Auto (ESCD) and the BIOS automatically

distributes interruption resources. If you install ISA cards not supporting PnP,

you will need to select “Manual” and manually adjust interruption resources in

the event of hardware conflicts. However, since this motherboard has no ISA

slot, this option does not apply.

vIRQ Resources

Press the <Enter> key, then manually set IRQ resources.

vPCI/VGA Palette Snoop

If you use a non-standard VGA card, use this option to solve graphic accelera-

tion card or MPEG audio card problems (e.g., colors not accurately displayed).

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PC Health Status

vCase Opened Warning

This option is used to enable or disable case opened warning function.

vCPU THERM-Throttling

This option is used to enable or disable CPU THERM-Throttling.

vSmart Fan Control

This option is used to disable or enable smart fan control function.

vPWM Start Temp/Start PWM Volue/Slope PWM Volue/Delta Tempe

These items will be automatically detected by the system.

vCPU Vcore/+3.3v/+5v/+12v

The current voltages will be automatically detected by the system.

vCPU Temp

The current CPU temperature will be automatically detected by the system.

vSystem Temp

The system temperature will be automatically detected by the system.

vCPU FAN Speed

The CPU fan speed will be automatically detected by the system.

vSystem FAN Speed

The system fan speed will be automatically detected by the system.

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Frequency/Voltage Control

vCPU Clock Ratio

This option is used to set the ratio of an unlocked CPU. Using different CPU,

the setting values are different.

Note: this option is invisible for locking frequency CPU.

vAuto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk

This option is used to set whether the clock of an unused PCI/DIMM slot will

be disabled to reduce electromagnetic interference. The setting values are:

Disabled and Enabled.

vSpread Spectrum

If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-

Magnetic Interference) generated by the system.

Frequency/Voltage Control Menu

Warning:

Be sure your selection is right. CPU overclock will be dangerous!

We will not be responsible for any damages caused.

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Load Optimized Defaults

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Press <Enter> to select this option. A dialogue box will pop up that allows you to

load the default BIOS settings. Select <Y> and then press <Enter> to load the

defaults. Select <N> and press <Enter> to exit without loading. The defaults set

by BIOS set the basic system functions in order to ensure system stability. But if

your computer cannot POST properly, you should load the fail-safe defaults to

restore the original settings. Then carry out failure testing. If you only want to

load the defaults for a single option, you can select the desired option the <F6>

key.

Select this option and press <Enter>, and a dialogue box will pop up to let you

load the optimized BIOS default settings. Select <Y> and then press <Enter> to

load the optimized defaults. Select <N> and press <Enter> to exit without loading.

The defaults set by BIOS are the optimized performance parameters for the

system, to improve the performance of your system components. However, if

the optimized performance parameters are not supported by your hardware

devices, it will likely cause system reliability and stability issues. If you only want

to load the optimized default for a single option, select the desired option and

press the <F7> key.

Set Supervisor/User Password

The access rights and permissions associated with the Supervisor password are

higher than those of a regular User password. The Supervisor password can be

used to start the system or modify the CMOS settings. The User password can

also start the system. While the User password can be used to view the current

CMOS settings, these settings cannot be modified using the User password.

When you select the Set Supervisor/User Password option, the following message

will appear in the center of the screen, which will help you to set the password:

Enter Password:

Enter your password, not exceeding 8 characters, then press <Enter>. The

password you enter will replace any previous password. When prompted, key in

the new password and press <Enter>.

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Save & Exit Setup

When you select this option and press <Enter>, the following message will

appear in the center of the screen:

SAVE to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)?Y

Press <Y> to save your changes in CMOS and exit the program; press <N> or

<ESC> to return to the main menu.

Exit Without Saving

If you select this option and press <Enter>, the following message will appear

in the center of the screen:

Quit Without Saving (Y/N)?N

Press <Y> to exit CMOS without saving your modifications; press <N> or <ESC>

to return to the main menu.

If you do not want to set a password, just press <Enter> when prompted to enter

a password, and in the screen the following message will appear. If no password

is keyed in, any user can enter the system and view/modify the CMOS settings.

Password Disabled!!!

Press any key to continue …

Under the menu “Advanced BIOS Features Setup”, if you select “System” from

the Security Option, you will be prompted to enter a password once the system

is started or whenever you want to enter the CMOS setting program. If the incor-

rect password is entered, you will not be permitted to continue.

Under the menu “Advanced BIOS Features Setup”, if you select “Setup” from the

Security Option, you will be prompted to enter a password only when you enter

the CMOS setting program.

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The utility CD that came with the motherboard contains use-

ful software and several utility drivers that enhance the

motherboard features.

This chapter includes the following information:

v Utility CD content

v Start to install drivers

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Utility CD content

This motherboard comes with one Utility CD. To begin using the CD, simply

insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD will automatically display the

main menu screen.

1. Install Driver

Using this choice, you can install all the drivers for your motherboard. You should
install the drivers in order and restart your computer after the drivers installed.

A.IDE Driver B.SiS SATA RAID(optional)
C.AGP Driver D.VGA Driver
E. DirectX 9.0 F.USB 2.0 Driver

G.Audio Driver H.LAN Driver

2. Accessories

Use this option to install additional software programs.
A.SuperUtility

a. SuperLogo

SuperLogo can display user-designed graphics and pictures, such as a company
logo or personal photos, thus making your PC more personalized and friendly.

b. SuperStep

Superstep is a powerful and easy-to-operate tool for overclocking. You can quickly
increase your CPU’s working frequency through its user-friendly interface. It
will enhance your CPU’s performance and meet all kinds of DIY requirements.

c. SuperUpdate

SuperUpdate function can help to update the BIOS through internet directly.

B. Adobe Reader
C.Norton Internet Security(optional)

3. Manual

Click here to browse this manual.

4. Browse CD

Click here to browse CD content.

5. Homepage

Click here to visit Foxconn motherboard homepage.

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Start to Install divers

Select <Install Driver>, and click to enter the install driver screen. You can select

the driver that you want to install and begin the setup steps.

Note:

The following setup steps are based on Windows XP environment.

There may be some differences with other operating systems.

Follow screen order to

install the motherboard

drivers.

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This chapter will introduce how to use attached software.

This chapter includes the following information:

v SuperStep
v SuperUpdate
v SuperLogo

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SuperStep

SuperStep is a utility that allows users to change the frequency of the CPU. It also
displays system health introduction including CPU temperature, CPU voltage,
and PCI/PCI Express clock.

SuperStep features:

1. Supports Win2000 and WinXP.

2. Automatic alarm mechanism when system runs irregularly

3. Adjusts the CPU frequency to speed up your system and achieve better system
performance.

4. Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface.

Using SuperStep:

Link to FOXCONN Website

Go to Fan

page

System Fan1

speed

System Fan2
speed

Exit Program

Minimize Window

SuperStep Help

Adjust System Fan2
warning criteria

CPU Fan
speed

Adjust CPU
Fan warning
criteria

Reset the
warning criteria
to default
settings

Apply the
adjust­ments

Adjust System
Fan1 warning
criteria

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Go to Voltage
page

Reset the warning
criteria to default
settings

Apply the
adjustments

Current voltage
readings

Adjust voltages warning
criteria (upper limit)

Adjust voltages
warning criteria
(Lower limit)

Go to

Temperature

page

Adjust CPU tem­perature warning
criteria

Adjust system
temperature
warning criteria

Apply the adjust­ments

Reset the warn­ing criteria to
default settings

Current CPU
Temperature

Current system
Temperature

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Go to Alarm page

Check for the
system to auto­matically provide
warning mes­sages

Apply the
changes

Reset to the
default settings

Go to

Clock page

Current PCI
Express clock

Current PCI clock

Current CPU

Clock

Reset to the default
settings

Current CPU

Ratio

Adjust the CPU
External Frequency

Apply the

adjustments

Adjust the
monitoring
Interval

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SuperUpdate

SuperUpdate is a Windows utility that allows users to backup and upgrade the
system BIOS.

SuperUpdate features:

1.Supports Win2000 and WinXP.

2.Supports 4Mb size flash parts; flash write method is independent of flash
type.

3.Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface.

Using SuperUpdate:

Perform the BIOS update
from local image

Browse BIOS bin file
from local storage
device

Exit Program

Minimize Window

SuperUpdate Help

Backup system
BIOS to an image
file

About SuperUpdate

Link to Foxconn
Website

Connect to server
and popup a list of
available BIOSs for
users to download
or install

Current
BIOS
Information

BIOS Update Setting

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Backup BIOS to local image:

1.Click <Backup> and name your BIOS binary file to backup current BIOS.

1.Click <Load> to load the BIOS file.

2.Click <OK> to finish the backup process.

Update BIOS from local image:

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3.Click <Yes> to backup the current BIOS, then the following picture will

appear.

2.Click <Update>, the following message will appear.

4.Click <OK >, then click <Update>.

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5.Now is updating.

6.Click <Restart>.

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Update BIOS:

1.Click <Latest BIOS> to automatically update the BIOS from the server.

2. The following procedure is the same as Update BIOS from local image.

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SuperLogo

SuperLogo is a Windows utility that allows users to change the BIOS sign on
logo. The utility is able to replace and backup the BIOS logo, and update and
backup the BIOS image within the Windows environment.

SuperLogo features:

1. Supports Win2000 and WinXP.

2. Supports 4Mb size flash parts, flash write method is independent with flash
type.

3. Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface.

4. Supports BMP and JPEG graphic format files. The best color is 16 or 256
colors. The best resolution is 136 x 84 for top-right logo and 640 x 480 or 800
x 600 for full screen logo.

Using SuperLogo:

SuperLogo Help

About SuperLogo

Go to ROM Info. page

Display the Flash Information

Exit Program

Minimize Window

Link to Foxconn
website

BIOS Write
Protect Status

BIOS Flash
Rom Free Space

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Go to Change Logo page

Follow the
Wizard to
complete the
logo update

Full screen mode

Top-Right mode

Boot without logo

Go to Update BIOS page

Browse a BIN file
for updating BIOS

BIOS image
file location

Follow the Wizard
to complete the
BIOS function

Go to Backup page

Backup Logo

Follow the Wizard
to complete the
backup function

Backup whole
BIOS image

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This chapter will introduce new functions of BIOS and how to
use them in detail. It can further exert the max potential of
motherboard to bring you super-value enjoyment.

This chapter introduces the following new functions of BIOS:

v SuperBoot
v SuperBIOS-Protect
v SuperSpeed
v SuperRecovery

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SuperBoot

SuperBoot technology greatly reduces the long boot process time of computers.
A BIOS without SuperBoot has to perform many routines every time when the
system starts, such as checking the system core and initializing system
peripherals. Now with SuperBoot, a PC can boot up without any unnecessary.
SuperBoot is quite easy to use: choose the right option in CMOS setup (refer to
SuperBIOS Features), SuperBoot saves the information when the PC boots up
at the first time and restores the parameters for the system, thus letting the PC
boot freely and rapidly.

Notes:

1. If the previous boot was not completed, then the BIOS will perform a normal
POST, even if SuperBoot is enabled.

2. No matter SuperBoot is enabled or not, the BIOS will perform normal POST

if CMOS fails.

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SuperBIOS-Protect

The BIOS of the motherboard is contained inside the Flash ROM. Severe vi­ruses such as CIH virus are so dangerous that it may overwrite the BIOS of the
motherboard. If the BIOS has been damaged, the system will be unable to boot.
We provide the following solution which protects the system BIOS from being
attacked by such viruses.

The way to implement this function, set “SuperBIOS-Protect” as “Enabled”, the
BIOS will be protected.

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SuperSpeed

SuperSpeed is a powerful and efficient Easy Technology for PC DIY fans. It
offers a friendly interface. The users can also realize in the BIOS setup the CPU
core voltage adjustability.

BIOS provides you a set of basic values for your processor selection instead of
the jumper settings. The processor speed can be manually set from the
<SuperBIOS Features> menu screen.

Procedures:

1. Correctly install your CPU.

2. Plug in other configurations and restore the system.

3. Switch on power to the system and press the <Del> key to enter BIOS Setup.

4. Enter the <SuperBIOS Features>\<CPU Frequency> menu to set the CPU frequency.

5. Save and exit BIOS Setup; your system will now boot successfully.

Warning:

Be sure your selection is right. CPU overclock can be dangerous!
We will not be responsible for any damage caused.

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SuperRecovery

SuperRecovery is an easy-to-operate tool for backing up or recovering your hard
disk data. It offers simplified user interfaces with hotkey access and allows you
to experience unprecedented high security and reliability with extra functions,
such as hotkey launch, and powerful anti-virus protection.

Features:

1. Password Protection:
You can set a password for each HDD.

2. Data Protection:
Hidden partitions can only be accessed during data back up or recovery. Even
reformatting the disk using FDISK or PQMAGIC will not allow access to the disk.
This means that data backed up in a hidden partition is very secure.

3. Intelligent Menu:
Unavailable items will be displayed in gray. For example, if you haven’t
divided a hidden partition, items like “Release Hidden Partition”, “Back up” and
“Recovery ” will be displayed in gray and can’t be selected. And, when you
select an item, the related information will appear on the bottom of the screen.

Disclaimer:

Please study this software program’s specification carefully before using it. The
vendor should not be liable for any damage arising out of or in connection with
the use of this program, including liability for lost profit or data, or any other
damage whatsoever.

System Requirements:

1. ATA5 or above compliant IDE HDD.

2. FAT16, FAT32, NTFS files system.

3. PS/2 keyboard or USB keyboard.

You should enter the CMOS setup interface first by pressing <DEL> during
(POST Power On Self Test). Then select the “ SuperRecovery Hotkey” option to
adjust the hotkey settings in the “BIOS Features” menu.
There are 12 options: LSHIFT (Left Shift) + F1~F12. LSHIFT+F12 is the default
setting.

Hotkey Selection:

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Hard Disk Selection:

The hard disk selection menu will be displayed after you press the hotkey,
listing all the IDE HDDs installed in your system. You can switch the highlight
bar to make a selection and press “Enter” to confirm it.

Attention:

1)Make sure that you have selected a HDD before entering the main menu.

2)Make sure that the HDD you selected is ATA5 or higher. For the HDDs
lower than ATA5, there will be a message of “No Support” in the HDD list
menu listing beside the name of it.

3)Only one HDD can be operated at a time.

Note:If you have assigned a password to the selected HDD, you will be

prompted to provide it before proceeding.

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On-line help message

Main Menu:

Select a HDD to enter main menu. There are five function items, “DIVIDE HID­DEN PARTITION”, “RELEASE HIDDEN PARTITION”, “BACKUP”, “RECOVERY”
and “CHANGE PASSWORD”. You can switch the highlight bar to make a selec-
tion on the operation which should be performed on the HDD and confirm your
selection by pressing <Enter>. The following operation will be performed on the
disk you selected.

1. What’s a Hidden Partition:

SuperRecovery can be used to divide a hidden partition, which is to be reserved
for backing up HDD data. The operation of Division will erase all the old data
saved in the HDD, to make sure that the following operations can be continued.
Once the division is done, any future variation to the HDD will never affect the
area of hidden partition, such as virus, windows system breaking down and
data loss. SuperRecovery can recover all the data backed up in hidden partition.
The user can therefore easily get the computer on track again.

2. Divide Hidden Partition:

1)Enter a percentage of the HDD total capacity or an actual size in MB as
the size of the hidden partition, such as “30%” or “3000”. Press <Enter>
to confirm your input. As the average rate of compression is 50% or so,
you are suggested to divide 30% of the total as the capacity of the hidden
partition;

2)The system will then prompt you to enter “Y” or “N” for confirmation.
Press<Y> to restart the computer, and the division for hidden partition
will be taken into effect after the system is restarted.

Divide Hidden Partition:

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Release Hidden Partition:

This is used to release the hidden partition. If you choose this item and press
“Y” to confirm, the system will be restarted to release the hidden partition. But
the released partition is still unavailable for you after the system is restarted. It’ s
necessary for you to enable it by using FDISK, PQMAGIC, or some other tools.

Attention :

1) All the data will be cleared after division is in process. So you’d better do
the division against an empty HDD.

2)At the same time, the HDD capacity will decrease to make space for the
hidden partition, which is unavailable for your normal use.

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2. Backup Partition Table:

This function can help to backup all partition tables including extended
partitions.

1. Backup CMOS Setup:

1)Supports backing up of the CMOS data.

2)The backing up or recovery of CMOS data should be operated on a
motherboard of the same model.

Backup:

Select BACKUP to enter the Backup interface, where you can find the following
three sub-function items: “BACKUP CMOS SETUP”, “BACKUP PARTITION TABLE”
and “BACKUP HARDDISK DATA”. Switch the highlight bar by pressing the arrow
keys to make a selection and then press “Enter” to confirm your choice.

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2) Backing up with the progress bar showing.

3. Backup Harddisk Data:

1)If there are active partitions (system partition), you can choose an active
partition or the whole disk for backing up. But only one can be taken
between the two choices. Old data will be replaced by the newly backed
up.

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Recovery:

Select RECOVERY to enter the Recovery interface. The following sub-function
are available : as RECOVER CMOS SETUP, RECOVER PARTITION TABLE and
RECOVER HARDDISK DATA. You can switch the highlight bar by pressing the
arrow keys to make a selection and press “Enter” to confirm your selection.

3)A report with all the critical data on this operation will be listed after backing
up is completed.
Original Size: The data size loaded in selected partition.
Valid Size: The size of valid data.
Elapsed Time: How long the process took to complete.
Compressed Size: The size of data after compression.
Compressed Rate: Compressed Size/Valid Size.

4. Back to Main:

This item is used to quit the Backup interface.

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2. Recover Partition Table:

This function can help to recover all partition tables including extended partitions.

1. Recover CMOS Setup:

This function can help to restore the latest backup of CMOS settings you made.

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CHANGE PASSWORD Introduction:

4. Back to Main:

This option is used to quit the Recovery interface.

3. Recover Hard disk Data:

This option is used to restore the backed up data from the hidden partition.

Select CHANGE PASSWORD to enter the Change Password interface.

1) Enter the old password first. Press “ENTER” if password is null.

2) Enter the new password. Then enter the same again to confirm it.

3) Press “Enter ” for null password.

4) The password will be saved in the hidden partition.