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Item Checklist:
Thank for your purchasing Foxconn’s 915A01 series motherboard. Please check
the package; if there are missing or damaged items, contact your distributor as
soon as possible.
915A01 series motherboard (x1)
Foxconn Utility CD (x1)
915A01 User Manual (x1)
915A01 Flyer (x1)
RAID User Manual (x1) (optional)
IDE Ribbon cable (x1)
FDD Ribbon cable (x1)
I/O Shield (x1)
S-ATA Signal Cable (x2)
S-ATA Power Cable (x1)
SPDIF Cable (x1) (optional)
USB 2.0 Cable (x1) (optional)
ICH6R RAIDFloppy (x1) (optional)
Silicon 3112A RAID Floppy (x1) (optional)
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Declaration of conformity
HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD
66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT,
T AIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C.
declares that the product
Motherboard
915A01 series
is in conformity with
(reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in
accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)
EN 55022/A1: 2000 Limits and methods of measurements of radio disturbance
characteristics of information technology equipment
EN 61000-3-2/A14:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Part 3: Limits
Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions
(equipment input current <= 16A per phase)
EN 61000-3-3/A1:2001 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Part 3: Limits
Section 2: Limits of voltage fluctuations and flicker in low-voltage
supply systems for equipment with rated current <= 16A
EN 55024/A1:2001 Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics limits
and methods of measurement
Signature : Place / Date : T AIPEI/2004
Printed Name : James Liang Position/ Title : Assistant President
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Declaration of conformity
Trade Name: Foxconn
Model Name: 915A01
Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc.
Address: 458 E. Lambert Rd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
Telephone: 714-738-8868
Facsimile: 714-738-8838
Equipment Classification: FCC Class B Subassembly
Type of Product: Motherboard
Manufacturer: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY
COMPANY L T D
Address: 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN,
TAIWAN, R.O.C.
Supplementary Information:
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 : 2004
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Table of Contents
Chapter
Chapter
Supply ............................................................................................
Chapter
Standard CMOS Features .......................................................................... 38
BIOS Features ...........................................................................................
Advanced BIOS Features ..........................................................................
Advanced Chipset Features ......................................................................
Integrated Peripherals ................................................................................
Power Management Setup .........................................................................
PnP/PCI Configurations...............................................................................
PC Health Status ........................................................................................
Load Fail-Safe Defaults .............................................................................
Load Optimized Defaults ............................................................................
Set Supervisor/User Password ................................................................. 63
Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................
Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................
Product Introduction
Installation Instructions
BIOS Description
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Table of Contents
Chapter
Utility CD content........................................................................................ 66
Start to install Drivers................................................................................. 67
Install Chipset Software............................................................................. 67
Install IAA RAID .......................................................................................... 68
Install DriectX 9.0b ..................................................................................... 68
Install VGA Driver (optional)....................................................................... 69
Using Audio Driver (optional) ..................................................................... 69
Using LAN Driver (optional) ....................................................................... 70
Install Sil3112 SA T ARaid (optional) ............................................................. 71
Install SuperUtility....................................................................................... 71
Install Adobe Reader .................................................................................. 71
Install Norton Internet Security 2004 .......................................................... 72
Driver CD Introduction
Chapter
Directions for Bundled Software
SuperStep ................................................................................................. 74
SuperLogo ................................................................................................. 77
SuperUpdate.............................................................................................. 79
Chapter
Special BIOS Functions
SuperSpeed............................................................................................... 85
SuperBoot ................................................................................................. 86
SuperBIOS-Protect .................................................................................... 87
SuperRecovery ......................................................................................... 88
Chapter
Using 8-channel Audio (optional) ............................................................... 97
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Warning:
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 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.
Warning:
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
description 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.
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This manual is suitable for motherboard of 915A01 series.
Each motherboard is carefully designed for the PC user who
wants diverse features.
-L with onboard 100M LAN
-K with onbaord 1G LAN
-6 with 6 channel audio
-8 with 8 channel audio
-E with 1394
-S with SAT A
-R with RAID
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Chapter
Thank you for buying Foxconn’s 915A01 series motherboard.
This series of motherboard is one of our new products, and
offers superior performance, reliability and quality, at a reasonable price. This motherboard adopts the advanced Intel® 915G/
P+ ICH6/ICH6R chipset, providing users a computer platform
with a high integration-compatibility-performance price ratio.
This chapter includes the following information:
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Main Features
Motherboard Layout
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Main Features
Size
ATX form factor of 12 inch x 9.6 inch
Microprocessor
Supports Intel® Prescott-T processor in an LGA775 package
Supports FSB at 533 MHz/800 MHz
Supports Hyper-Threading technology
Supports FSB Dynamic Bus Inversion (DBI)
Chipset
Intel® 915G/P (North Bridge) + ICH6/6R (South Bridge)
System Memory
Four 240-pin DIMM slots
Supports Dual-Channel DDR2 400/533
Supports up to 4 GB of DDR2 memory
Supports 256-Mb, 512-Mb, 1-Gb technologies for x8 and x16 non-ECC,
unbuffered DIMMs only
Registered DIMMs not supported
USB 2.0 Ports
Eight USB 2.0 ports (four rear panel ports, two onboard USB headers
providing four extra ports)
Supports wake-up from S1 and S3 mode
Supports USB 2.0 Protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate
Onboard Serial AT A (optional)
150 MBps transfer rate
Supports up to six S-ATA devices (optional)
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, Matrix RAID (supported on ICH6R)
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Onboard LAN (-L/-K) (optional)
Supports 10/100/1000 (-K optional) Mbit/sec Ethernet
LAN interface built-in on board
Onboard 1394 (-E ) (optional)
Support hot plug
With rate of transmission at 400Mbps
Self-configured addressing
Can connect with 2 independent 1394 units synchronously at most
Onboard Audio (-6) (optional)
AC’97 2.3 Specification Compliant
Supports SPDIF output
Onboard Line-in jack, Microphone-in jack, Line-out jack
Supports 5.1 channels audio (setting via software)
Onboard Audio (-8) (optional)
Supports 7.1 channels audio
Supports SPDIF output
Supports Intel High Definition Audio
Supports high quality differential CD input
Onboard Graphics (only for 915G)
Supports integrated VGA display functions (Intel Extreme Graphics 3)
PCI Express x16 Support
Supports 4 GB/sec (8 GB/sec concurrent) bandwidth
Low power consumption and power management features
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).
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Expansion Slots
Three PCI slots
Three PCI Express x1 slots
One PCI Express x16 Graphics slot
Advanced Features
PCI 2.3 specification compliant
Supports Windows 2000/XP soft-off
Supports Wake-on-LAN
Supports PC Health function (capable of monitoring system voltage, CPU,
system temperature, and fan speed)
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A TX 12V connector
This power connector connects the 4-pin 12 V plug from the ATX 12 V power
supply.
2
CPU socket
LGA 775 Socket T is for the Intel® Prescott-T processor.
3
North Bridge controller
Intel® 915G/P supports FSB 800/533 MHz, DDR2 533/400 MHz, PCI Express
x16. Intel® 915G provides an integrated graphics accelerator.
4
DDR DIMM slots
These four 240-pin DIMM slots support up to 4 GB system memory using
unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 533/400 DIMMs.
5
ATX power connector
This 24-pin connector connects to an ATX power supply. The power supply
must have at least 1 A on the +5 V standby lead (+5 VSB).
6
Floppy disk connector
This connector accommodates the provided ribbon cable for the floppy disk
drive. One side of the connector is slotted to prevent incorrect insertion of the
floppy disk cable.
7
IDE connector
The IDE connector supports Ultra DMA 100/66, PIO Modes 3 & 4 IDE device.
The connector is slotted to prevent incorrect insertion of the IDE ribbon cable.
8
Serial ATA connectors (optional)
These six 7-pin connectors accommodate the thin cables for Serial ATA
devices.
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Flash ROM
This 4 Mb flash ROM contains the programmable BIOS program.
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Super I/O
IT8712F is the newest member of ITE’s growing family of Low Pin Count
Interface-based Super I/O devices with Environment Controller integration. It
provides the most commonly used legacy Super I/O functionality plus the
latest Environment Control initiatives, such as H/W Monitor, ITE’s
“SmartGuardian” function. It meets the Microsoft PC98/99/2001 System Design
Guide requirements and is ACPI compliant.
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South Bridge
Intel ICH6/ICH6R is subsystem that integrates various I/O functions including
one channel ATA100 bus master IDE controller, up to eight USB 2.0 ports, four
serial ATA 150, three PCI Express x1, HD Audio CODEC. ICH6R supports
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1 and Matrix RAID functions.
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PCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 will offer 4 GB/sec (8 GB/sec concurrent) bandwidth, the
request pipe depth will go from 32 to 256, and the power delivered will be 75
watts max for PCI Express, compared to 25 watts for AGP 8X.
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1394 controller (-E)(optional)
VT6307 is the controller for IEEE1394a on motherboard. The VT6307 is a
complete small package single chip PCI solution at 400 Mbps, low power
seamless plug and play connections to the latest IEEE 1394 enabled devices.
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PCI slots
These three 32-bit PCI 2.3 expansion slots support bus master PCI cards
like SCSI or LAN cards with 133MB/s maximum throughput.
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PCI Express x1 slots
The x1 slot also promises to benefit overall system performance as well,
allowing more throughput to cards currently utilizing the PCI interface. With
more bandwidth at their disposal, cards such as TV tuners, I/O devices, and
other such cards can bring more and better features to the PC.
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LAN controller (optional)
The RTL8110S-32 Gigabit Ethernet is a single-chip solution for LAN on
motherboard (LOM) applications, and supports 10/100/1000 Mbps data
transfer rates. (For -K models)
The RTL8100C Ethernet is a single-chip solution for LAN on motherboard (LOM)
applications, and supports 10/100 Mbps data transfer rates. (For -L models)
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Audio CODEC (optional)
The ALC655 is an AC’97 CODEC that allows 6-channel audio playback. The
audio CODEC provides six DAC for 5.1 surround sound, S/PDIF output, CDIN, Line-in, Line-out and Microphone-in. (For -6 models)
The ALC880 is a next generation audio CODEC supporting Intel High Definition Audio. It supports immersive home theater quality sound experience
including Dolby 7.1 audio capability, and jack re-tasking (only for Front Audio)
capability increases ease-of-use by simplifying audio component installation.
It also supports improved system audio stability with Microsoft Unified Audio
Architecture (UAA) support. (For -8 models)
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Chapter
This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply,
slots, rear panel and pin headers, and the mounting of
jumpers. Caution should be exercised during the installation of
these modules. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior
to any installation and read the contents in this chapter carefully.
This chapter includes the following information:
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2
CPU
Memory
Power supply
Rear Panel Connectors
Other Connectors
Expansion Slots
Jumpers
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Notes:
Take note of the following precautions before you install components
or change settings.
1. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object,
such as an attached power supply, before handling components
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 the anti-static bag that it came in.
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CPU
This motherboard supports single Pentium® 4 Processor including Prescott
desktop CPUs in an LGA 775 package. It also supports Hyper-Threading
Technology and FSB Dynamic Bus Inversion (DBI).
Installation of CPU
Load lever
gLoaLoad stiffener
Load plate
Load cap
Lifted tab
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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.
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Memory
This motherboard includes four 240-pin slots with 1.8 V for DDR2. These Support 256 Mb, 512 Mb and 1 Gb DDR2 technologies for x8 and x16 devices, and
support maximum memory bandwidth of 4.2 GB/s in single-channel or dualchannel asymmetric mode, or 8.5GB/s in dual-channel interleaved mode, assuming DDR2 533 MHz. You must install at least one memory bank to ensure
normal operation.
DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4
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Installation of DDR2 Memory
1. There is only one gap near the center of the DIMM slot, and the memory
module can be fixed in one direction only. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the
module clips outward.
2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically
into the DIMM slot.
128 Pins
3. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot will lock automatically.
112 Pins
Warning :
Be sure to unplug the AC power supply before adding or removing
expansion cards or other system peripherals, especially the
memory devices, otherwise your motherboard or the system
memory might be seriously damaged.
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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_12 V Power Connector: PWR2
The ATX power supply connects to PWR2 and provides power to the CPU.
24-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 A TX_12V power connector
GND
12V
1
3
2
GND
12V
4
16
24-pin A TX power connector
+5V
GND
1
13
+3.3V
GND
-12V
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GND
GND
+5V
GND
GND
+5V_AUX
PWROK
RSVD
+5V
+12V
+3.3V
+12V
+5V
+5V GND
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Rear panel Connectors
This motherboard provides the ports as below:
For -6 models
Parallel Port
4
(Printer Port)
1394 Port
6
(optional)
8
LAN Port
1
PS/2 Mouse
Connector
PS/2 Keyboard
2
Connector
Serial Port
3
3
(COM1)
VGA Port
5
(only for 915G)
7
USB 2.0 Ports
For -8 models
1
PS/2 Mouse Connector
This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
2
PS/2 Keyboard Connector
This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard.
Line-in
Line-out
Microphone
Line out
Line in
Rear
LFE/CEN
Side
Microphone
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10
3
Serial Port (COM1)
This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices.
4
Parallel Port (Printer Port)
This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices.
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VGA Port (only for 915 G)
The VGA Port is for output to a VGA-compatible device.
6
1394 Port (optional)
This digital interface supports electronic devices such as digital cameras,
scanners, and printers.
7
USB 2.0 Ports
These four Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB
2.0/1.1 devices.
8
LAN Port (-L/-K) (optional)
This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
9
Line in, Line out, Microphone Jacks (for -6 models)
When using a 2-channel sound source, the Line out jack is used to connect to
speaker or headphone; the Line in jack connects to an external CD player, tape
player or other audio device. The Microphone jack is used to connect to the
microphone.
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 input;
connect the center speaker/subwoofer to the red Microphone input.
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Line in, Line out, Microphone, Rear, LEF/CEN, Side Jacks (for -8 models)
When using an 8-channel sound source, connect the front speaker to the green
audio output; connect the rear sound speaker to the black audio input; connect
the center speaker/subwoofer to the orange audio input; connect the side sound
speaker to the grey audio input.
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Other Connectors
This motherboard includes connectors for FDD, IDE HDD, Serial ATA, USB,
IR module, and others.
FDD connector: FLOPPY
This motherboard includes a standard FDD connector, supporting 360 K, 720
K, 1.2 M, 1.44 M, and 2.88 M FDDs.
1
FDD connector
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HDD connector: IDE
The connector supports the provided Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE hard disk ribbon
cable. Connect the cable’s blue connector to the IDE connector, then connect
the gray connector to the Ultra DMA 100/66 slave device (hard disk drive) and
the black connector to the Ultra DMA 100/66 master device.
Attention:
Ribbon cables are directional, therefore, make sure to always connect with the cable on the same side as pin 1 of the IDE 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.
2
+
PWRLED
-
-
PWRSW
FP1
HD-LED
RESET
1
+
NC
IDE LED Connector (HD-LED)
The connector connects to the case’s IDE indicator LED indicating the activity
status of hard disks.
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 (PWRLED)
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 (PWRSW)
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.
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IrDA Header: IR
This connector supports wireless transmitting and receiving device. Before using
this function, configure the settings of IR Mode from the “Integrated Peripherals”
section of the CMOS Setup.
1
+5V
Empty
RX
GND
TX
IR
Fan Connectors (CPU_FAN, F AN1)
The fan speed of CPU_FAN and FAN1 can be detected and viewed in “PC Health
Status” section of the CMOS Setup. These fans will be automatically turned off
after the system enters S3, S4 and S5 mode.
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GROUND
1
POWER
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CONTROL
SENSE
POWER
GROUND
CPU_FAN
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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 headers on board which may connect to front panel USB cable
(optional) to provide additional four USB ports.
5V_DUAL
5V_DUAL
Audio Connectors: CD_IN, AUX_IN (optional)
CD_IN, AUX_IN is Sony standard CD audio connectors, it can be connected to a
CD-ROM drive through a CD audio cable.
D4-
D4+
GND
Empty
D6-
D6+
GND
Empty
112
5V_DUAL
D5D5+
GND
NC
F_USB 1
2
5V_DUAL
D7-
D7+
GND
NC
F_USB 2
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CD_IN
AUX_RGND AUX_L
AUX_IN
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1394 Header: F_1394 (Optional)
The 1394 expansion cable can be connected to either the front (provided that
the front panel of your chassis is equipped with the appropriate interface) or
real panel of the chassis.
910
GND
+12V
B -
A -
2
F_1394
Wake-Up On LAN: WOL
Through the Wake-Up On LAN function, a wake event occurring from the network can wake up the system. To utilize this function, please be sure an ATX 12
V power supply with a 5 VSB line capable of delivering a current of at least 1 A,
and a LAN adapter which supports this function. Then connect the header to the
relevant connector on the LAN adapter.
Empty
+12V
B +
GND
A +
1
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S-A TA Connectors: SAT A_1, SA T A_2, SAT A_3, SA T A_4, SAT A_5, SA T A_6
(optional)
The S-ATA header is used to connect the S-ATA device to the motherboard.
These connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables for primary internal storage
devices. The current Serial ATA interface allows up to 150MB/s data transfer rate.
GND
TX+
TX-
GND
RX-
RX+
GND
SATA_1/SATA_2/
SATA_3/SATA_4/
SATA_5/SATA_6
TPM Connector: TPM
The TPM (Trusted Platform Module ) provides the ability to the PC to run applications
more secure and to make transactions and communication more trustworthy. To
utilize this function, you should purchase addtional devices and install the driver.
GND
Empty
2
1
L_FRAMEJ
CK_33M_TPM
ICH_P_PCIRSTJ
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L_AD1
L_AD2
L_AD3
GNDNCSERIRQ NC
L_AD0 NC
3D3V_SYS
NC
TPM
GND
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LPCPDJ
GND
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Audio Interface: F_AUDIO (For -6 models)
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.
9
AUD_RET-L
Empty
+5VA
MIC_GND
10
2
F_AUDIO
1
AUD_OUT-L
NA
AUD_OUT-RAUD_RET-R
MIC_PWR
MIC_IN
Audio Interface: F_AUDIO (For -8 models)
The audio interface provides two kinds of audio output choices: the Front Audio,
the Rear Audio. Front audio supports re-tasking function. Their priority is the
same.
9
10
1
2
F_AUDIO
PORT2_L
SENSE_SEND
PORT2_R
PORT1_R
PORT1_L
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EMPTY
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S/
The out connector is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to an external Dolby digital decoder.
Note:The empty pin of SPDIF cable should be aligned to empty pin of S/PDIF
out connector.
5V
Empty
SPDIF_OUT
GND
SPDIF_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 system once to make
sure this function takes effect.
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Empty
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Expansion Slots
This motherboard includes three 32-bit Master PCI bus slots, three PCI Express x1 slots, and one PCI Express x16 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
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PCI Express Slots
PCI Express will offer the following design advantages over the PCI and AGP
interface:
-Compatible with existing PCI drivers and software and Operating Systems.
-High Bandwidth per Pin. Low overhead. Low latency.
-PCI Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5 GB/s on the data pins. This results in a real bandwidth per pair of 250 MB/s.
-A point to point connection, allows each device to have a dedicated connection without sharing bandwidth.
-Ability to comprehend different data structure.
-Low power consumption and power management features.
PCI Express will take two forms, x16 and x1 PCI Express slots. Whereas the x16
slot is reserved for graphic/video cards, the x1 slots are designed to accommodate less bandwidth-intensive cards, such as a modem or LAN card.
The difference in bandwidth between the x16 and x1 slots are not able to be
sure, with the x16 slot pushing 4 GB/sec (8 GB/sec concurrent) of bandwidth,
and the x1 PCI Express slot offering 250 MB/sec.
Warning:
If a performance graphics card was installed into 16X PCI Express slot, 2 x 12 pin power supply was strongly recommended
since that card maybe drawn 75 W power.
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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 silkscreen printed “
labeled as “1”.
2. The following table provides some explanation of the jumper pin settings.
User should refer to this when adjusting jumper settings.
Jumper Diagram Definition Description
1
1
1
1
1
” next to it. However, in this manual, pin 1 is simply
1-2 Set pin1 and pin2 closed
2-3 Set pin2 and pin3 closed
Closed Set the pin closed
Open Set the pin opened
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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 connect pins 1 and 2 together using the
jumper cap.
2. Return the jumper setting to normal (pins 2 and 3 together with the jumper cap).
3. Turn the AC power supply back on.
Normal Status
(Default)
1 3
2
Clear CMOS
1
Clear CMOS Jumper
Warning:
1. Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings.
2. Do not clear the CMOS while the system is turned on.
3 2
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BIOS TBL Jumper: JP4
The system cannot boot, if flash the BIOS fail in conventional flash BIOS process.
You will no such worry when you use the BIOS TBL function. It is used to protect
BIOS “Top Boot Block”. The system still can boot by using this function and show
some information to recover the BIOS even if flash BIOS fail. To utilize this function,
you just leave this jumper as default (pins 2 and 3 together with the jumper cap).
BIOS TBL
Enable
(Default)
BIOS TBL
Disable
BIOS TBL Jumper
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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 poweron tests. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps or additional
messages 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 instructions
in Chapter 3.
Powering off the computer
1. Using the OS shut down function
If you use windows 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 seconds 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
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
2. You want to change the default CMOS settings.
This chapter includes the following information:
3
3
POST process.
Enter BIOS Setup
Main Menu
Standard CMOS Features
BIOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Advanced Chipset Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI Configurations
PC Health Status
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor/User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
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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.
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.
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.
Main Menu
The items in the main menu are explained 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.
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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 system performance can be optimized.
Integrated Peripherals
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.
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.
Standard CMOS Features Menu
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..
st
Date—date from 1
Year—year, set up by users.
to 31st, can be changed using the keyboard.
Time
This option allows you to set up the desired time (usually as the current time)
with <hour><minute><second> format.
IDE Channel 0/1/2 Master/Slave
These categories identify the HDD types of 1 IDE channel 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-compensation Landing 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<528 MB
LBA For HDD>528 MB & supporting LBA (Logical Block Addressing)
Large For HDD>528 MB 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”,
[360 K, 5.25 in], [1.2 M, 5.25 in], [720 K, 3.5 in], [1.44 M, 3.5 in] and [2.88 M, 3.5 in].
Video
The following table is provided for your reference in setting the display mode for
your system.
EGA/VGA Enhanced Graphics Adapter / Video Graphic Array. For EGA,
VGA, SEGA, SVGA, or PGA monitor adapters.
CGA 40 Color Graphic Adapter, powering up in 40 column mode.
CGA 80 Color Graphic Adapter, powering up in 80 column mode.
MONO Monochrome adapter, including high resolution monochrome adapters.
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 Er ror s 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.
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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
BIOS Features Menu
[SuperBoot] SuperBoot (Default: Disabled)
SuperBoot allows system-relevant information to be stored in CMOS upon the
first normal startup of your PC, and the relevant parameters will be restored to
help the system start up more quickly on each subsequent startup. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
[SuperBIOS-Protect] SuperBIOS-Protect (Default: Disabled)
SuperBIOS-Protect function protects your PC from viruses, e.g. CIH. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
[SuperRecovery] SuperRecovery Hotkey (Default: LSHIFT+F12)
SuperRecovery provides the users with an excellent data protection and HDD
recovery function. There are 12 optional hotkey and the default hotkey is
LSHIFT + F12.
[SuperSpeed] SuperSpeed
Press <Enter> to set the items of SuperSpeed. Setting these items are good
for overlock. Please refer to page 42.
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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SuperSpeed Menu
System Memory Frequency (Default: Auto)
This option is used to set system memory frequency.
CPU Clock Ratio (Default: Denpend on CPU )
This option is used to set the ratio of an unlocked CPU.
Auto Detect PCI Clk (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set whether the clock of an unused PCI slot will be
disabled to reduce electromagnetic interference.
Spread Spectrum (Default: Disabled)
If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (ElectroMagnetic Interference) generated by the system.
CPU Clock (Default: Depend on CPU)
This option is used to set CPU Clock.
PCI Express Clock (Default: 100)
This option is used to set PCI express clock.
PCI Bus Clock (Default: 33.33Mhz)
This option is used to set PCI Bus clock.
CPU Voltage Regulator (Default: Default)
This option is used to set the CPU voltage.
Memory Voltage (Default: Default)
This option is used to set memory voltage.
System Core Voltage (Default: Default)
This option is used to set system core voltage.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features Menu
CPU Feature
Press <Enter> to set the items of CPU feature. Please refer to page 46.
Hard 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>.
Virus Warning (Default: Disabled)
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. The setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Note: Such function provides protection to the start-up sector only; it does
not protect the entire hard disk.
CPU L1 & L2 Cache (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to turn on or off the CPU L1 and L2 cache. The available
setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
CPU L3 Cache (Default: Enabled) (optional)
This option is used to turn on or off the CPU L3 cache. The available setting
values are: Disabled and Enabled.
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Hyper-Threading Technology (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to turn on or off the Hyper-Threading function of the CPU.
The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Note: This function will not be displayed until a CPU that supports Hyper Threading has been installed.
Quick Power On Self Test (Default: Enabled)
Enable this item to shorten the power on testing (POST) and have your system
start up faster. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
First/Second/Third Boot Device (Default: Floppy/Hard Disk/CDROM)
This option allows you to set the boot device sequence. The available setting
values are: Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP100, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP,
USB-CDROM, LAN and Disabled.
Boot Other Device (Default: Enabled)
With this function set to Enabled, the system will boot from some other
devices if the first/second/third boot devices failed. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Swap Floppy Drive (Default: Disabled)
If you have two floppy diskette drives in your system, this item allows you to
swap the assigned drive letters. The available setting values are: Disabled
and Enabled.
Boot Up Floppy Seek (Default: Disabled)
This option controls whether the BIOS checks for a floppy drive while booting
up. If it cannot detect one (either due to improper configuration or physical
inavailability), it will appear an error message. Disable this option, the error
message will not appear. The available setting values are: Disabled and
Enabled.
Boot Up NumLock Status (Default: On)
This item defines if the keyboard Num Lock key is active when your system is
started. The available setting values are: On and Off.
Gate A20 Option (Default: Fast)
This option is used to set up the A20 signal control necessary for access to
the 1 MB memory. The available setting values are: Normal and Fast.
Typematic Rate Setting (Default: Disabled)
If this item is enabled, you can use the following two items to see the typematic
rate and the typematic delay settings for your keyboard. The available setting
values are: Disabled and Enabled.
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Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) (Default: 6)
Use this item to define how many characters per second a held-down key
generated.
Typematic Delay (Msec) (Default: 250)
Use this item to define how many milliseconds must elapse before a helddown key beings generating repeat characters.
Security Option (Default: Setup)
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 startup your PC.
APIC Mode (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to enabled or disabled APIC functionality. The available
setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
MPS Version Control For OS (Default: 1.4)
This option is used to set up the version of MPS Table used in NT4.0 OS.
OS Select For DRAM > 64MB (Default: Non-OS2)
This item 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 item at
the default.
Report No FDD For WIN 95 (Default: No)
If you are using the Windows 95 and running a system with on floppy drive,
select “Yes” for this item to ensure compatibility with Windows 95 logo
certification. The available setting values are: No and Yes.
Full Screen LOGO Show (Default: Enabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the Full Screen logo. The available
setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Small Logo (EPA) Show (Default: Disabled)
This item allows you to enable or disable the EPA logo. The available setting
values are: Disabled and Enabled.
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CPU Feature Menu
Delay Prior to Thermal (Default: 16 Min)
This option is used to set the delay time before the CPU enters auto thermal
mode. The setting values are: 4 Min, 8 Min, 16 Min, 32 Min.
Thermal Management (Default: Thermal Monitor 1)
This option is used to manage Prescott CPU thermal.
TM2 Bus Ratio (Default: depend on CPU)
Represents the frequency bus ratio of the throttled performance state that will
be initiated when the on-diesensor gose from not hot to hot.
TM2 Bus VID (Default: depend on CPU)
Represents the voltage of the throttled performance state that will be initi ated when the on-diesensor gose from not hot to hot.
Limit CPUID MaxVal (Default: Disabled)
The option is used to set limit CPUID MaxVal. The available setting values are:
Disabled and Enabled.
NX BIOS Control (Default: depend on CPU)
When disabled, forces the NX feature flag to always return 0. The available
setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
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Advanced Chipset Features
Advanced Chipset Features Menu
DRAM Timing Selectable (Default: By SPD)
This item determines DRAM clock/ timing using SPD or manual configuration.
The available setting values are: By SPD and Manual.
CAS Latency Time (Default: depend on memory)
This item determines CAS Latency. The available setting values are: 5, 4, 3
and Auto.
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay (Default: depend on memory)
This item allows you to select a delay time between the CAS and RAS strobe
signals. The available setting values are: 2, 3, 4, 5 and Auto.
DRAM RAS# Precharge (Default: depend on memory)
This item allows you to select the DRAM RAS# precharge time. The available
setting values are: 2, 3, 4, 5 and Auto.
Precharge delay(tRAS) (Default: depend on memory)
This item allows you to set the precharge delay time. The available setting
values are: Auto, 4 - 15.
System BIOS Cacheable (Default: Enabled)
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. The available setting values are: Enabled and Disbled.
Video BIOS Cacheable (Default: Disabled)
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. The available setting values are: Enabled and Disbled.
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Memory Hole At 15M-16M (Default: Disabled)
This item is used to determine whether the 15 M-16 M address field of memory
is reserved for the ISA expansion card. The available setting values are: Enabled and Disbled.
PCI Express Root Port Func
Press <Enter> to set the items of PCI Express root port function. Please refer
to page 49.
PEG/Onchip VGA Control (Default: Auto)
Set this option as “Onchip VGA”, if you want to use onboard VGA; set this
option as “PEG Port”, if you want to used PCI Express x16 graphics card; set
as Auto, BIOS will auto-detect and enable the device you used. The available
setting values are: Onchip VGA, PEG Port, Auto.
PEG Force X1 (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set PCI Express x16 slot to PCI Express x1 slot. The
available setting values are: Disabled, Enabled.
Note: This item will be shown and modified when you use PCI Express x16
device.
Note: This following items will be shown and modified when you use onboard
VGA.
On-Chip Frame Buffer Size (Default: 8 MB)
This item is used to set the VGA frame buffer size. The available setting values
are: 1 MB, 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB.
Note: This function does not work when the external display card is used.
FIXED Memory Size (Default: 64MB)
This item is used to set the fixed memory size for onboard VGA used. The
vailable setting values are: 0 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB.
DVMT Memory Size (Default: 64MB)
This item is used to set DVMT (Dynamic Video Memory Technology) memory
size. DVMT ensures the most efficient use of available system memory resources for maximum 2D/3D graphics performance. The available setting
values are: 0 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB.
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PCI Express Root Port Func Menu
PCI Express Port 1/2/3/4 (Default: Auto)(optional)
This option is used to enable or disabled PCI Express port 1/2/3/4. The available setting values are: Auto, Enabled, Disabled.
PCI-E Compliancy Mode (Default: v1.0a)
This option is used to select the PCI Express compliancy mode version. The
available setting values are: v1.0a, v1.0.
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Integrated Peripherals
Integrated Peripherals Menu
Use the arrow keys to select your options; press the <Enter> key to enter the
setup sub-menu. The options and setting methods are discussed below:
Onchip IDE Menu
IDE HDD Block Mode (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set whether the IDE HDD block mode is allowed. The
available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
IDE DMA transfer access (Default: Enabled )
This option is used to set up the IDE transfer access—with it set to Enabled,
the IDE Transfer Access uses the DMA mode; with it set to Disabled, the IDE
Transfer Access uses the PIO mode.
On-Chip Primary PCI IDE (Default: Enabled)
Use this item to enable or disable the Primary PCI IDE channel that is integrated on the motherboard.
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IDE Primary Master/Slave PIO (Default: Auto)
These two 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 best or select a PIO mode from 0-4.
IDE Primary Master/Slave UDMA (Default: Auto)
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. The available setting values are: Disabled and Auto.
SAT A Mode (Default: IDE)
This option is used to set the Serial ATA Mode. The available setting values
are: IDE, RAID, AHCI.
On-Chip Serial ATA (Default: Enhanced Mode)
This option is used to set the On-chip Serial ATA function. When it is set to
Disabled, the function will be disabled; when it is set to Auto, the BIOS will
enable the function automatically; with it set to Combined Mode, two HDDs at
most will be supported; with it set to Enhanced Mode, six HDDs at most will be
supported (for those under Windows 2000 and Windows XP only); with it set to
SATA Only, only the S-ATA HDD can be used.
PAT A IDE Mode (Default: Primary)
When On-Chip Serial ATA set as “Combined Mode”, this option will be modifide.
Itis used to set the PATA IDE Mode. The available setting values are: Primary,
Secondary.
SA TA Port (Default: P2, P4 is Secondary)
This option is used to set the Serial A TA Port.
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Onboard Device Menu
USB Controller (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set whether the USB Controller is enabled. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
USB 2.0 Controller (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set whether the USB 2.0 Controller is enabled. The
available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
USB Keyboard Support (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set whether the USB keyboard controller is enabled in a
legacy operating system (such as DOS). The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
USB Mouse Support (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set whether the USB mouse controller is enabled in a
legacy operating system (such as DOS). The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
AC97 Audio (Default: Auto)
This option is used to set whether onboard AC97 Audio is enabled. The available setting values are: Disabled and Auto.
Azalia Audio (Default: Auto)
This option is used set the Azalia Audio. The available setting values are:
Disabled and Auto.
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Onboard LAN Controller (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set whether the onboard LAN device is enabled. The
available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Onboard Lan Boot ROM (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard
LAN chip. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
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SuperIO Device Menu
Onboard FDC Controller (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set whether the onboard FDC controller is enabled.
The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Onboard Serial Port 1/2 (Default: 3F8/IRQ4 / 2F8/IRQ3)
This option is used to assign the I/O address and interrupt request (IRQ) for
the onboard serial port 1/2.
UART Mode Select (Default: IrDA)
Use this option to select the UART mode. Setting values include Normal,
IrDA, ASKIR. The setting value is determined by the infrared module installed
on the board.
UR2 Duplex Mode (Default:Half)
This option is available when UART 2 mode is set to either ASKIR or IrDA. This
item enables you to determine the infrared function of the onboard infrared chip.
Onboad Parallel Port (Default: 378/IRQ7)
This item allows you to determine onboard parallel port controller I/O address
and interrupt request (IRQ). Setting values include Disabled, 378/IRQ7, 278/
IRQ5, and 3BC/IRQ7.
Parallel Port Mode (Default: SPP)
Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the onboard parallel port.
Setting values include SPP, EPP, ECP, ECP+EPP.
ECP Mode Use DMA (Default: 3)
Select a DMA Channel for the parallel port when using the ECP mode. This
field is only configurable if Parallel Port Mode is set to ECP. The available
setting values are: 3 and 1.
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Power Management Setup
Power Management Setup Menu
CPU Express PM Function
Press <Enter> to set the item of PCI Express PM function. Please refer to
page 58.
Note: This option is appliacable when PCI x1 LAN card has been installed to
PCI Express x1 slot.
ACPI Function (Default: Enabled)
ACPI stands for “Advanced Configuration and Power Interface”. ACPI is a
standard that defines power and configuration management interfaces between 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 supported by the OS (for example, Windows2000 or WindowsXP). The available
setting values are: Enabled and Disabled.
ACPI Suspend Type (Default: S1 (POS))
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 power
supply status will remain as it is. In S1 mode the computer can be resumed
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.
Run VGABIOS if S3 Resume (Default: Auto)
This option allows the system to initialize the VGABIOS from S3 (Suspend to
RAM) sleep state when you select “S3 (STR)” mode in the above option. The
available setting values are: Auto, Yes and No.
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Power Management (Default: User Define)
This option is used to set the power management scheme. Available setting
values are: User Define, Min Saving, and Max Saving.
Vdieo Off Method (Default: DPMS)
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” mode is a new screen power management system, and
it needs to be supported by the monitor you’re using.
Video Off In Suspend (Default: Yes)
This option is used to determine whether the video is turned off when the
system enters sleep mode. The setting values are No and Yes.
Suspend Type (Default: Stop Grant)
This option is used to set sleep mode. The setting values are Stop Grant
(saves the status of the whole system and then turns off power), and PwrOn
Suspend (CPU and core system go to low power mode, keeps power supply).
MODEM Use IRQ (Default: 3)
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.
Suspend Mode (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set the idle time before the system enters into sleep
status. The setting values are Disabled and 1 Min-1 hour.
HDD Power Down (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to turn off hard disk power if the hard disk is idle for a given
period of time. The setting values are Disabled and 1 Min-15 Min.
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN (Default: Instant-Off)
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 buttonfor
four seconds to turn off power.
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PWRON After PWR-Fail (Default: Off)
This option is used to set what action the PC will take with the power supply
when it resumes after a sudden power failure. The available options are: Off
(remain in turn off status), On (auto power on) and Former-Sts (resume with the
pre-vious status).
CPU THRM-Throttling (Default: 50.0%)
This option is used to specify the CPU speed (at percentage) to slow down
the CPU when it reaches the predetermined overheat temperature. The
setting values are 75.0%, 50.0%, 25.0%.
Power Management Events
Press <Enter> to set the items of power management events. Please
refer to page 58.
Primary IDE 0, Secondary IDE 0 (Default: Disabled)
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. The setting values are Disabled and
Enabled.
FDD, COM, LPT Port (Default: Disabled)
when this item is enabled, the system will restart the power saving time-out
counters when any activity is detected on the floppy disk drive, serial ports, or
the parallel port.
PCI PIRQ[A-D]# (Default: Disabled)
When this option is disabled, any PCI device set as the Master will not power
on the system.
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PCI Express PM Function Menu
PCI Express PME (Default: Enabled)
This item is used to enable or disable PCI Express PME. The setting values
are Disabled and Enabled.
Power Management Events Menu
Wake up by PCI card (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set the system to wake up by PCI card. The setting
values are Disabled and Enabled.
Wake up by Ring (Default: Enabled)
If this item 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
installed fax/modem. This function needs to be supported by the relevant
hardware and software. The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.
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Wake up On LAN (Default: Enabled)
This option is used to set the system to wake up by onboard Lan. The setting
values are: Disabled and Enabled.
USB KB/MS WakeUp From S3 (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set the system to wake up by USB equipment when it is
in S3 (Suspend to RAM) mode. The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.
Resume by Alarm (Default: Disabled)
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 cancelled. Also, the PC power
source must not be turned off. The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.
Date (of Month) Alarm
When the Resume by Alarm set as “Enabled”, this option will be m odified. It is
used to set the timing for the start-up date. The setting values contain 0 - 31.
Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm
When the Resume by Alarm set as “Enabled”, this option will be modified. It is
used to set the timing for the start-up time. The setting values contain hh:0 –
23; mm:0 – 59; ss:0 – 59.
PS/2 MS WakeUp S3/S4/S5 (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set the wake up by PS/2 mouse. The setting values are:
Disabled, Any Actions, Double Click.
PS/2 KB WakeUp S3/S4/S5 (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set the wake up by PS/2 keyboard.The setting values
are: Disabled, Hot KEY, Any KEY, Keyboard 98.
Hot Key WakeUp (Default: Ctrl-F1)
When the PS/2 KB Wake Up S3/S4/S5 set as Hot KEY, use this item to set the
hot key combination that turns on the system. The available setting values are:
Ctrl+F1-F12.
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PnP/PCI Configurations
PnP/PCI Configurations Menu
Reset Configuration Data (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set whether the system is permitted to automatically
distribute IRQ DMA and I/O addresses when each time the machine is turned
on. The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.
Resources Controlled By (Default: Auto (ESCD))
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 will automatically
distributes interruption resources. If the ISA cards you installed 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.
IRQ Resources
When the Resource Controlled By set as “Manual”, this option will be modified.
Press the <Enter> key, then manually set IRQ resources.
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop (Default: Disabled)
If you use a non-standard VGA card, use this option to solve graphic acceleration card or MPEG audio card problems (e.g., colors not accurately displayed).
The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.
INT Pin 1-8 Assignment (Default: Auto)
This option is used to name the interrupt request (IRQ) line assigned to a
device connected to the PCI interface on your system.
Maximum Payload Size (Default: 4096)
This option is used to set maximum TLP payload size for PCI Express devices.
The unit is byte. The available setting values are: 128, 256, 512, 1024, 2048,
4096.
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PC Health Status
PC Health Status menu
Shutdown Temperature (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set the system temperature upper limit. When the
temperature exceeds the setting value, the motherboard will automatically cut
off power to the computer. The setting values are Disabled and 60
65 0C/149 0F, 70 0C/158 0F, 75 0C/167 0F.
Warning Temperature (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to set the warning temperature for the system. When the
temperature of CPU is higher than setting value, the motherboard will send off
warning information. The setting values are Disabled and 50 0C/122 0F, 53 0C/
0
F, 56 0C/133 0F, 60 0C/140 0F, 63 0C/145 0F, 66 0C/151 0F, 70 0C/158 0F.
127
0
C/140 0F,
Vcore/Vddr/+3.3 V/5.0 V/+12 V/-12V (optional)
The current voltages will be automatically detected by the system.
Voltage Battery (optional)
This option is used to show the voltage of battery.
Cpu Temperature
The current CPU temperature will be automatically detected by the system.
System Temperature
The current system temperature will be automatically detected by the system.
CPU Fan Speed
The current speed of the CPU fan will be automatically detected by the system.
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System Fan Speed
The current speed of the system fan will be automatically detected by the
system.
Smart Fan Controller(Default: Enabled)
This option is used to enable or disable smart fan function. The setting values
are Disabled and Enabled.
Case Open Warning (Default: Disabled)
This option is used to enable or disable case open warning function. The
setting values are Disabled and Enabled.
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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 and
press the <F6> key.
Load Optimized Defaults
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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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 incorrect 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.
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.
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Chapter
4
4
The utility CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the
motherboard features.
This chapter includes the following information:
Utility CD content
Start to Install Drivers
Install Chipset Software
Install IAA RAID (optional)
Install DirectX 9.0b
Install VGA Driver (optional)
Install Audio Driver (optional)
Install LAN Driver (optional)
Install Sil3112 SATARaid (optional)
Install SuperUtility
Install Adobe Reader
Install Norton Internet Security 2004
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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 you need to restart your computer after the drivers are all installed.
A. Chipset Software B. IAA RAID (optional)
C. DirectX 9.0b D.VGA Driver (optional)
E. Audio Driver (optional) F.LAN Driver (optional)
G. SiI3112 SATARaid (optional)
2. Accessories
Use this option to install additional software programs.
A. SuperUtility B. Adobe Reader
C. Norton Internet Security 2004
3. Browse CD
Click here to browse CD content.
4. HomePage
Click here to visit Foxconn motherboard homepage.
Note:
1. Install the latest patch first if your OS is Windows XP or Win-
dows 2000.
2. Follow the CD screen order to install your motherboard drivers.
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Start to Install Drivers
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.
Install Chipset Software
Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as
shown in fig. 1). Click <Chipset Software> to start the installation.
Click here
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Install IAA RAID (optional)
Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as
shown in fig. 1). Click <IAA RAID> to start the installation.
Note: IAA RAID Driver is only applicable for ICH6R motherboard
Click here
1
Install DirectX 9.0b
Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as
shown in fig. 1). Click <DirectX 9.0b> to start the installation.
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Install VGA Driver (optional)
Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as
shown in fig. 1). Click <VGA Driver> to start the installation.
Note: VGA Driver is only applicable for 915G motherboard
Click here
1
Install Audio Driver (optional)
Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as
shown in fig. 1). Click <Audio Driver> to start the installation.
Click here
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Install LAN Driver (optional)
Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as
shown in fig. 1). Click <LAN Driver> to start the installation.
Click here
1
Install Sil3112 SATARaid (optional)
Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as
shown in fig. 1). Click <SiI3112 SATARaid> to start the installation.
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Install SuperUtilily
From the main menu, select <Accessories> (as shown in following fig. 1).
Click <SuperUtilily> to start the setup.
Click here
1
Install Adobe Reader
From the main menu, select <Accessories> (as shown in following fig. 1).
Click <Adobe Reader> to start the setup.
Click here
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Install Norton Internet Security 2004
From the main menu, select <Accessories> as shown in following fig. 1. Click
<Norton Internet Security 2004> to start the setup.
Click here
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Chapter
5
5
This chapter will introduce how to use attached software.
This chapter provides the following information:
SuperStep
SuperLogo
SuperUpdate
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SuperStep
SuperStep is a utility that allows users to change the frequency of the CPU. It
also displays system health information including CPU temperature, CPU
voltage, and PCI 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:
CPU Fan
speed
Adjust CPU
Fan warning
criteria
Adjust system
Fan1 warning
criteria
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Go to Fan
page
System Fan1
speed
Reset the warning
criteria to default
settings
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Exit Program
Minimize Window
SuperStep Help
About SuperStep
Adjust system Fan2
warning criteria
Apply the
adjustments
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Current voltage
readings
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Adjust voltage warning
Go to Voltage page
criteria (upper limit)
Current CPU
temperature
Current system
temperature
Reset the warning
criteria to default
settings
Go to Temperature page
Reset the warning
criteria to default
settings
Apply the
adjustments
Apply the adjustments
Adjust voltage
warning criteria
(lower limit)
Adjust CPU temperature warning
criteria
Adjust system temperature warning
criteria
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Current CPU
Clock
Adjust the
CPU Ratio
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Go to Clock page
Current PCI Clock
Adjust the CPU FSB
Reset to the default
settings
Reset to the
default settings
Apply the adjustments
Go to Alarm page
Check for the system
to automatically
provide warning
message
Apply the changes
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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 4 Mb 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 136x84 for top-right logo and 640x480 or 800x600
for full screen logo.
Using SuperLogo:
Go to ROM Info page
Display the Flash Information
Link to Foxconn website
Exit Program
Minimize Window
SuperLogo Help
About SuperLogo
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Top-Right mode
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Go to Change Logo page
Boot without logo
BIOS image file
location
Follow the Wizard to complete
the logo update
Go to Update BIOS page
Browse a BIN file
for updating BIOS
Follow the Wizard
to complete the
BIOS function
Go to Backup page
Backup whole
BIOS image
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Backup Logo
Follow the Wizard
to complete the
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SuperUpdate
SuperUpdate is a Windows utility that allows users to backup and upgrade the
system BIOS from local or Internet.
SuperUpdate features:
1. Supports Win2000 and WinXP.
2. Supports 4 Mb 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:
Browse BIOS bin
file from local HDD
Upgrading BIOS via
internet automatically
Perform the BIOS update
from local image
Link to Foxconn website
Exit Program
Minimize Window
SuperUpdate Help
About SuperUpdate
Backup system BIOS
to an image file
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Backup BIOS to local image:
1. Click <Backup> to backup current BIOS file.
2. Click <OK> to finish the backup process.
Update BIOS from local image:
1. Click <Load> to load a new BIOS file.
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2. Click <Update>, the following message will appear.
3. Click <Yes> to backup the current BIOS, then the following picture will
appear.
4. Click <OK >, then click <Update>.
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6. Click <Restart >.
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Update BIOS On-line:
1. Click <Liveupdate> to automatically update the BIOS from the internet.
2. The following procedure is the same as Update BIOS from local image.
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Chapter
6
6
This chapter will introduce special 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 special functions of BIOS:
SuperSpeed
SuperBIOS-Protect
SuperBoot
SuperRecovery
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SuperSpeed
SuperSpeed is a powerful and efficient easy technology for PC DIY fans. It offers
a friendly interface. Users can set the CPU Clock easily in the BIOS setup.
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 <BIOS Features> menu to set the CPU clock.
5. Save and exit BIOS Setup; your system will now boot successfully.
BIOS provides you with a set of basic values for your processor selection instead of the jumper settings. The processor speed can be manually set from
the <BIOS Features> menu screen.
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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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 bootup without any unnecessary.
SuperBoot is quite easy to use: choose the right option in CMOS setup (refer to
BIOS features), SuperBoot saves the information when the PC boots up 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 whether SuperBoot is enabled or not, the BIOS will perform a
normal POST if the CMOS fails.
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SuperBIOS-Protect
The BIOS of the motherboard is contained inside the Flash ROM. Severe viruses,
such as the CIH virus, are so dangerous that they may overwrite the BIOS. 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.
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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.
Hotkey Selection:
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.
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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 HDDs lower
than ATA5, there will be a “No Support” message 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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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 selection 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.
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Divide Hidden Partition:
1. What is a Hidden Partition?
SuperRecovery can be used to divide a hidden partition, which is to be
reserved for backing up HDD data. The partitioning 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 hidden partition, such as virus, causing turbulence, windows
system breaking down or data loss. SuperRecovery can recover all the data
backed up in hidden partition, letting you easily get your computer on track
again.
2. Divide Hidden Partition:
A. 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.
B. 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 go into effect after the system is restarted.
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Attention :
1. All the HDD data will be cleared by the partitioning process, so it is better
to do the division on an empty HDD.
2. At the same time, the overall HDD capacity will decrease in order to make
space for the hidden partition, which will be come unavailable for normal
use.
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
is necessary for you to enable it by using FDISK, PQMAGIC, or some other tools.
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Backup:
Select BACKUP to enter the Backup interface, where you can find the following
three sub-function items: “BACKUP CMOS SETUP”, “BACKUP P ARTITION TABLE”
and “BACKUP HARDDISK DA TA”. Switch the highlight bar by pressing the arrow
keys to make a selection and then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.
1. Backup CMOS Setup:
A. Support backing up of the CMOS data.
B. The backing up or recovery of CMOS data should be done on a motherboard
of the same type.
2. Backup Partition Table:
This function can help to backup all partition tables including extended
partitions.
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