Foxconn 945GZ7MC User Manual

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Declaration of conformity

HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD

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

TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C.

declares that the product

Motherboard

945GZ7MC

is in conformity with

(reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in

accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)

þ EN 55022: 1998/A2: 2003Limits and methods of measurements of radio disturbance

characteristics of information technology equipment

þ EN 61000-3-2/:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

Part 3: Limits
Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions
(equipment input current <= 16A per phase)

þ 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

þ EN 55024/A2:2003 Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics limits

and methods of measurement

Signature : Place / Date : TAIPEI/2007

Printed Name : James Liang Position/ Title : Assistant President

Declaration of conformity

Trade Name: FOXCONN

Model Name: 945GZ7MC

Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc.

Address: 458 E. Lambert Rd.

Fullerton, CA 92835

Telephone: [phone]

Facsimile: 714-738-8838

Equipment Classification: FCC Class B Subassembly

Type of Product: Motherboard

Manufacturer: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY

COMPANY LTD

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 follow-

ing 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 : 2007

Table of Contents

Chapter 1

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

Layout........................................................................................................3

Rear I/O Ports.............................................................................................4

Chapter

C PU...........................................................................................................6

Memory......................................................................................................9

Power Supply...........................................................................................10

Other Connectors.....................................................................................11

Expansion Slots........................................................................................13

Jumpers...................................................................................................14

Chapter

Enter BIOS Setup......................................................................................16

Main menu................................................................................................16

Advanced Menu.......................................................................................18

Power Menu.............................................................................................20

Boot Menu................................................................................................21

Exit Menu.................................................................................................22

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Product Introduction

Installation Instructions

BIOS Description

Attention:

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.

Attention:

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.

This manual is suitable for motherboard of 945GZ7MC. Each

motherboard is carefully designed for the PC user who wants

diverse features.

-6with 6-Channel audio (Default is omitted)

-8with 8-Channel audio

-Lwith onboard 10/100M LAN (Default is omitted)

-Kwith onboard Gigabit LAN

-Swith SATA function

-2with DDR2 Slots

-Hcomply with RoHS directive

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

functions that the motherboard has.

For example:

The latters on the black mark of the PPID label mean that the

motherboard supports 6-channel Audio (-6, Default is omitted),

onboard 10/100M LAN (-L, Default is omitted), SATA function (-

S), DDR2 slots(-2), RoHS directive(-H).

Chapter

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Thank you for buying Foxconn’s 945GZ7MC motherboard. This

motherboard is one of our new products, and offers superior

performance, reliability and quality, at a reasonable price. This

motherboard adopts the advanced Intel® 945GZ + ICH7 chipset,

providing users a computer platform with a high integration-

compatibility-performance price ratio.

This chapter includes the following information:

v Main Features

v Layout

v Rear I/O Ports

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Main Features

Size

· uATX form factor of 9.6 inch x 8.8 inch

Microprocessor

· Supports Intel® Core

(95W), Pentium® E2xxx series(65W), Pentium® 4 6x1 series(65W), Celeron

D 3xx series(65W), Celeron® 4xx series(35W) processors in an LGA775 pack

age

· Supports FSB at 800 MHz/533MHz

Chipset

· Intel® 945GZ (North Bridge) + ICH7 (South Bridge)

System Memory

· Two 240-pin DIMM slots

· Supports dual channel DDR2 533/400 Memory

· Supports up to 4GB DDR2 memory

USB 2.0 Ports

TM

2 Duo E4xx0 series(65W), Pentium® D 9xx series

· Supports hot plug

·Six USB 2.0 ports (Two rear panel ports, two onboard USB headers

providing four extra ports)

·Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480Mb/s transmission rate

®

Onboard Serial ATA II

· 300MB/s data transfer rate

· Supports up to two serial ATA II devices

Onboard Graphics

· Supports integrated VGA display function

Onboard Audio (-6)

· Supports Intel® High Definition Audio

· Supports S/PDIF output

· Supports 6-channel audio

Dual Onboard LAN (-L)

· One LAN interface built-in onboard

· Supports 10/100(-L) Mb/s Ethernet

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Expansion Slots

· Two PCI slots

· One PCI Express x1 slot

Layout

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Note: The above motherboard layout is provided for reference only, please

refer to the physical motherboard.

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Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Rear I/O Ports

This motherboard provides the ports as below:

PS/2 Mouse

1

Port

PS/2 Key-

2

board Port

LAN Port (-L)

6

Line-in

(Rear)

Line-out

(Front)

Microphone
(CEN/LFE)

5

3

VGA Port

5

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

4

USB2.0 Ports

When using a 2-channel sound source, the Line-out jack is used to connect to

speaker or headphone; The Line-in port 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 rear speaker to the blue audio output; Connect the

center speaker/subwoofer to the red Microphone output.

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Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Chapter

This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, in-

cluding the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply, slots,

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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v CPU

v Memory

v Power supply

v Other Connectors

v Expansion Slots

v Jumpers

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CPU

Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

This motherboard supports Intel® Core

TM

2 Duo E4xx0 series(65W), Pentium® D

9xx series(95W), Pentium® E2xxx series(65W), Pentium® 4 6x1 series(65W),

Celeron® D 3xx series(65W), Celeron® 4xx series(35W) processors in an LGA775

package with a Front Side Bus (FSB) of 800/533MHz.

For the detailed CPU support list on this motherboard, please visit the

website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com

Installation of CPU

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

Load lever

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.

Alignment Key

Pin 1 position

Socket Cutouts

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.

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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.

Warning:

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 two 240-pin slots with 1.8V for DDR2. You must

install at least one memory bank to ensure normal operation.

For the detailed memory support list on this motherboard, please visit the

website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com

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.

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

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.

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 ATX_12 V Power Connector: PWR2

The 4-pin ATX 12V power supply connect to PWR2

and provides power to the CPU.

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13

+3.3V

+3.3V

12V

+3.3V

GND

GND GND

-12V

12V

+5V

GND

GND

PSON

3 1

4 2

+5V

PWR1

PWR2

GND

GND

PWROK

NC

+5V_AUX

+5V

GND

GND

+12V

+3.3V

+12V

+5V

+5V GND

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Note:

We recommend you use 24-pin ATX power supply. If you want to use

20-pin power supply, you need to align the ATX power connector ac-

cording to the following picture.

20-Pin Power supply

24-Pin Power supply

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Other Connectors

This motherboard includes connectors for FDD devices, IDE devices, Serial

ATAII devices, USB devices, and others.

FDD Connector: FLOPPY

This motherboard includes a standard FDD connector FLOPPY, supporting [360K,

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

IDE Connector: PIDE

The PIDE connector supports Ultra ATA 100/66 IDE hard disk drives.

Audio Connector: CD_IN

1

CD_IN is Sony standard CD audio connector, it can be

connected to a CD-ROM Drive through a CD audio

CD_IN

cable.

1

Fan Connectors: SYS_FAN, CPU_FAN

The fan speed 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

CPU_FAN

GND

+12V

and S5 mode.

1

SYS_FAN

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USB Headers: F_USB1, F_USB2

In addition to the two USB ports on the rear panel, this

series of motherboards also have two 10-pin headers

on-board, which may be used to connect a front panel

USB cable/bracket to provide additional four USB ports.

NC

GND

D+

D-

VCC

2 1

F_USB1/2

Note:

Before installing the USB cables, please pay attention to the marker for each

individual connector; make sure to match them to the USB pin headers

correctly, otherwise the USB ports will not work. Incorrect connection could

also damage the motherboard!

CD_L
GND

CD_R

GND

POWER

SENSE

CONTROL

SENSE

Empty

GND

D+

D-

VCC

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Front Panel Connector: FP1

This motherboard includes one connector for con-

necting the front panel switch and LED indicators.

HDD LED Connector (HD-LED)

FP1

2

1

PWRLED

+ -

+ -

PWRSW

RESET

Empty

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NCHD-LED

The connector connects to the case’s HDD 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 Switch 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.

Serial ATA II Connectors: SATA_1/2

The Serial ATA II connector is used to connect the Se-

rial ATA II device to the motherboard. These connec-

tors support the thin Serial ATA II cables for primary

storage devices. The current Serial ATA II interface al-

lows up to 300MB/s data transfer rate.

RX-

TX-

RX+

TX+

GND

GND

GND

1

SATA_1/2

Audio Connector: F_AUDIO

The audio connector supports HD audio standard. It provides two kinds of

audio output choices: the Front Audio and the Rear Audio. Front Audio supports

re-tasking function.

PORT1_L

PORT1_R

PORT2_R

SENSE_SEND

PORT2_L

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1 2

AUD_GND

PRESENCEJ

SENSE1_RETURN
Empty

SENSE2_RETURN

9 10

F_AUDIO

Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

1 2

SDI

15 16

HDA_DH

GND

3D3V_SYS

GND

3.3V_DVDD_CORE

+12V

KEY

3D3V_DUAL

GND

HD Audio Digital Connector: HDA_DH

The connector is intel® HD Audio Digital Header.

BCLK

RST#

SYNC

SDO

RSVD

RSVD

RSVD

Expansion Slots

This motherboard includes two 32-bit master PCI bus slots, one PCI Express

x1 slot.

PCI Slots

The expansion cards can be installed in the two PCI slots. PCI slots support

cards such as a LAN card, USB card, SCSI card and other cards that comply

with PCI specifications.

PCI Express x1 Slot

This motherboard has one PCI Express x1 slot that designed to accommodate

less bandwidth-intensive cards, such as a modem or LAN card.

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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 chang-

ing the jumper settings. Users should read the following content carefully prior to

modifying any jumper settings.

Description of Jumpers

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

screen. 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.

Jumper Diagram Definition Description

1

1

1
1

1

1

Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS

The 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.

1-2 Set pin1 and pin2 closed

2-3 Set pin2 and pin3 closed

Closed Set the pin closed

Open Set the pin opened

NORMAL

(Default)

CLEAR

1

1

CLR_CMOS

Warning:

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

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

Clear Password: PSWD

Connecting Pin2 and Pin3 with jumper is the default

setting, and connecting Pin1 and Pin2 with jumper

will clear both supervisor and user passwords in BIOS.

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NORMAL

CLEAR

1

1

PSWD

Chapter 3 BIOS Description

Chapter

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the

BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS param-

eters are also provided.

You have to run the Setup Utility 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:

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3

POST process.

v Enter BIOS Setup

v Main Menu

v Advanced Menu

v Power Menu

v Boot Menu

v Exit Menu

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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.

<ESC=Boot Menu><F1=Setup><F10=System Recovery>

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 you make.

Main Menu

This main menu is used to set up the standard CMOS features, such as the

system date, system 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.

vSystem Time

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

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

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Chapter 3 BIOS Description

vSystem Date

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

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.

vLanguage

This option allows you to choose the BIOS language version.

vFloppy Diskette A

Sets the type of floppy drive installed.

v1st/2nd/3rd/4th Drive

While entering setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of drives.

There is a separate sub-menu for each device. Enter the information directly

from the keyboard and press <Enter>.

vInstalled Memory

The option identifies the capacity of memory installed in the system.

vMemory Bank 1/2

This item show “Not Installed” if no memory is installed in the memory bank.

Opposite, shows the size and type of memory bank 1/2.

vBIOS Revision

Shows the BIOS Revision and build date.

vCore Version

Shows the version number of the core.

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Advanced Menu

Advanced Menu

vPrimary Video Adapter

Press <Enter> to select which Video Adapter to display.

v Onboard Video Memory Size

Select the amount of system memory used by the internal graphics device.

vPS/2 Mouse

Select [Auto Detect] to auto detect PS/2 mouse; Select [Enabled] to enable
and support PS/2 mouse function; Select [Disabled] to disable the PS/2
mouse function and free up IRQ12.

vOnboard PATA /SATA Adapters

Press <Enter> to set enable or disable onboard PATA/SATA controller.

vUSB Legacy Mode Support

Enables support for Legacy Universal serial Bus.

vOnboard LAN

The option is used to enable or disable Onboard LAN function.

vOnboard LAN Boot ROM

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

LAN chip.

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vSupervisor/User Password

The access rights and permissions associated with the supervisor password

are higher than those of a regular user password. The supervisor password is

used to authorize the capability to change BIOS setup options. The user pass

word is used to authorize the capability to change non-critical BIOS setup

options only, such as system date and system time. While the user password

can be used to view the current CMOS settings, these settings can not be

modified using the user password.

When you select the 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 entered will replace any previous password. When

prompted, key in the new password and press <Enter>.

vChange Supervisor Password

Press <Enter> to change password.

vOnboard Audio

The option is used to enable or disable Onboard Audio or auto detection.

vHardware Monitor

Press< Enter> to display CPU/System temperature and CPU/System Fan

Speed. They will be automatically detected by the system.

Hardware Monitor

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Power Menu

Power Menu

vAfter AC Power Failure

The option is used to set the mode of operation if an AC Power Loss occurs.
[Stay Off] keeps the power off until the power button is pressed. [Power On]
restores power as soon as AC is applied.

vWOL (Wake-On-LAN) in S4

The option is used to enable or disable the Wake-On-LAN support for the S4

state.

v Hyper-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 until a CPU that supports Hyper-

Threading has been installed.

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Boot Menu

Boot Menu

vBoot-time Diagnostic Screen

The option is used to display the diagnostic screen during boot.

vBoot Device Priority

Press <Enter> to select the search order for the types of boot devices.

Boot Device Priority

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v1st/2nd/3rd/4th Boot Device

These items specify the boot device sequence from the available devices. The

number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of

devices installed in the system.

vFloppy/CD-ROM/Hard Drive/Network Group Boot Priority

Those settings allow you to set the boot priority of the floppy group and CD/

DVD drives group and hard drives group and network group installed in the

system. Press <Enter> to go to the sub-menu. then use the up or down arrow

to select the device, then [+] or [-] to move the device upward or downward.

Exit Menu

vExit Saving Changes

Once you finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit

menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.

vExit Discarding Changes

Select this option when you exit Setup Utility without saving changes to CMOS.

vLoad Setup Defaults

This option allows you to load the default values for all setup items on the

Setup menus.

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vDiscard Changes

This option allows you to discard the selections you made and load previous

values from CMOS for all setup items.

vSave Changes

Select YES to save changes to CMOS and exit.

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