(reference to the specication under which conformity is declared in
accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)
■ EN 55022:1998/A2: 2003 Limits and methods of measurements of radio
disturbance characteristics of information technology
equipment
■ EN 61000-3-2/: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 uctuations and icker in low
voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current
<= 16A
■ EN 55024/A2:2003 Information technology equipment-Immunity
characteristics limits and methods of measurement
Signature : Place / Date : TAIPEI/2011
Printed Name : James Liang
Declaration of conformity
Trade Name: FOXCONN
Model Name: D270S/D250S/D255/D255-S
Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc.
Address: 458 E. Lambert Rd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
Telephone: 714-738-8868
Facsimile: 714-738-8838
Equipment Classication: 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 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 : 2011
Installation Precautions
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■ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the sudden and momentary electric current
that ows between two objects at different electrical potentials. Normally it
comes out as a spark which will quickly damage your electronic equipment.
Please wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory.
■ Ensure that the DC power supply is turned off before installing or removing
CPU, memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. It is recommended to
unplug the AC power cord from the power supply outlet. Failure to unplug
the power supply cord may result in serious damage to your system.
CAUTION
!
Please carefully read the following procedures to install your computer :
■ It is suggested to select high-quality, certied fans in order to avoid damage
to the motherboard and CPU due to high temperature. Never turn on the
computer if the CPU fan is not properly installed.
■ We cannot guarantee that your system can operate normally when your
CPU/Memory is overclocked. Normal operation depends on the overclocking
capacity of your device.
■ If there is any, when connecting USB, audio, 1394a, RS232 COM, IrDA or
S/PDIF cables to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure
their pinouts are matching with the connectors on the motherboard. Incorrect
connections might damage the motherboard.
■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
■ If there is a PCI Express x16 graphics card installed in your system, we
recommend using a 24-pin ATX power supply to get the best performance.
■ Before turning on the power, please make sure the power supply AC input
voltage setting has been congured to the local standard.
■ To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact
with the motherboard circuit or its components. Also, make sure there are no
leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the
computer casing.
■ If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to
the use of the product, please consult a certied computer technician.
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FOX LOGO ................................................................................. 58
FOX DMI/Smart Charger ............................................................ 59
Technical Support :
Support
Website :
http://www.foxconnchannel.com
Support Website :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com
Worldwide online contact Support :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/inquiry.aspx
CPU Support List :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Memory, VGA Compatibility List :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/complist.aspx
Thank you for buying Foxconn D270S/D250S/D255/D255-S
motherboard. Foxconn products are engineered to maximize
computing power, providing only what you need for break-through
performance.
D270S/D250S/D255/D255-S enables you to unleash more power
from your computer.
This chapter includes the following information:
■ Product Specications
■ Layout
■ Back Panel Connectors
1-1 Product Specications
CPU
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ChipsetTigerpoint - NM10
Memory
Expansion Slots1 x PCI slot
Storage2 x SATAII
LAN
AudioRealtek ALC662 Audio chip
USBSupport up to 8 x USB ports (2 USB 2.0+ 2 USB 3.0 rear panel ports,
Internal Connectors
Support
Cedarview-D,Dual core CPU processor D2700&D2500&D2550,
Max processor power up to 10W
For the latest CPU information,
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
2 x SO-DIMM DDR3 SDRAM
Support up to 4GB of system memory
DDR3 1066 MHz architecture
Realtek 8111E Gbe LAN chip
- High Denition Audio
-2/4/5.1-channel
- Support Jack-Sensing function
2 onboard USB headers providing 4 extra ports) (D270S/D255-S)
Support up to 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 rear panel ports,
2 onboard USB headers providing 4 extra ports) (D250S/D255)
Support USB 2.0 protocol up to 480Mb/s
Support USB 3.0 protocol up to 5Gb/s.
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
2 x SATAII
2 x USB 2.0 header (supporting 4 x USB devices)
1 x CPU fan header (4-pin)
1 x System fan header (4-pin)
1 x Front panel header
1 x Front audio header
1 x Speaker header
1 x Clear CMOS
1 x TPM/TCM header
1 x IR/CIR header
1 x Intrusion Alarm header
connectors
header
please visit:
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Back Panel
Connectors
Hardware Monitor
Green Function
Bundled Software
Operating System
Form Factor
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x RJ-45 LAN port
1 x COM1 port
1 x VGA port
1 x HDMI port
2 x USB 2.0 + 2 x USB 3.0 port
4 x USB 2.0 port
3 ports audio jacks
System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU overheating warning
CPU/System fan speed control
Support ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Interface)
Support S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM),
S4 (suspend to disk), S5 (soft - off)
Support EuP function
FOX ONE, FOX LiveUpdate, FOX LOGO, FOX DMI,Smart Charger
Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista
Mini-ITX Form Factor, 6.7 inches x 6.7 inches (17 cm x 17 cm)
(D250S/D255)
(D270S/D255-S)
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1-2 Layout
1
4
5
6
7
8
9
1. 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector
2. Front Audio Connector
3. Front USB Connectors
4. PCI Slot
5. Speaker Connector
6. Clear CMOS Jumper
7. Chassis Intrusion Alarm Header
8. SATA Connectors
2
10
11
13
16
15
14
13
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9. Front Panel Connector
10. 24-pin ATX Power Connector
11. TPM Connector
12. IR/CIR Connector
13. DDR3 DIMM Slots
14. System Fan Header
15. CPU Fan Header
16. Chipset: Intel® NM10 Express
Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical
motherboard for detail.
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1-3 Back Panel Connectors
PS/2 Mouse Port
1
PS/2 Keyboard Port
2
Serial Port
3
4
VGA Port
HDMI Port
LAN Port
7
USB Ports
Line In
Line Out
Microphone In
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Audio Ports
1. PS/2 Mouse Port
Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse.
2. PS/2 Keyboard Port
Use the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
3. Serial Port
This is output of RS232 COM1 port.
4. VGA Port
To connect with external display devices, such as monitor or LCD display.
5. HDMI Port
The HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface to
transmit the uncompressed audio/video signals and is HDCP compliant. Connect the HDMI audio/
video device to this port. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of 1920x1080p
but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.
6.USB Ports
The USB port (Black) supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication, the USB port (Blue) supports the
USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse,
USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.
1
5
7. RJ-45 LAN Port
TheEthernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10/100/1000Mb/s data rate.
1
LAN Type
1000M
8. Audio Ports
For the denition of each audio port, please refer to the table below :
* : Please refer to Chapter 4, and install the Realtek audio driver (in CD) to assign the audio
output ports for different applications of 2/4/5.1 channels. The fundamental audio outputs are
depicted in the table above.
Port2-channel4-channel5.1-channel
BlueLine InRear Speaker OutRear Speaker Out
GreenLine OutFront Speaker OutFront Speaker Out
PinkMicrophone InMicrophone In
Left: ActiveRight: Link
StatusDescriptionStatusDescription
OffNo LinkOffNo Link
Green
Blinking
Data Activity
Off10Mb/s Connection
Green100Mb/s Connection
Orange1000Mb/s Connection
Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out
Active
LED
Link
LED
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This chapter introduces the hardware and software installation proc-
ess, including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply,
slots, 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 :
■ Install the Memory
■ Install other Internal Connectors
■ Jumpers
■ Install Driver and Utility
Please visit the following website for more supporting information about your motherboard.
CPU Support List:
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Memory, VGA Compatibility List:
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/complist.aspx
2-1 Install the Memory
CAUTION
!
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory :
■ Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory
of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
■ Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before
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installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
■ Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only
one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
■ Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
204-Pin
If you take a look at front side of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on both sides
separated by a notch in the middle, so it can only t in one direction. Follow the steps below to
correctly install your memory modules into the sockets.
1.Place the memory module onto the
socket, then push it down rmly.
2.The clips at both ends of the socket will
snap into place when the memory moule
is securely inserted and pressed.
Notch
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2-2 Install other Internal Connectors
Power Connectors
This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order not to damage any device, make sure all the
devices have been installed properly before applying the power supply.
24-pin ATX power connector : PWR2
PWR2 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.
Pin #DenitionPin #Denition
13.3V133.3V
23.3V14-12V
3GND15GND
4+5V16PS_ON(Soft On/Off)
5GND17GND
6+5V18GND
7GND19GND
8Power Good20NC
9+5V SB(Stand by +5V)21+5V
10+12V22+5V
11+12V 23+5V
123.3V 24GND
Pin No. 24
CAUTION
24
12
!
PWR2
We recommend you using a 24-pin power supply.
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1
If you are using a 20-pin power supply, you need
to align the ATX power connector according to
the picture.
2
20-Pin Power
4-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector : PWR1
Connect the 4-pin ATX 12V power supply to PWR1 and provides power to the CPU.
3 1
Pin #Denition
+12V
GND
4 2
PWR1
1GND
2GND
3+12V
4+12V
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USB Connectors : F_USB1/2
In addition to the four USB ports on the rear panel, this
product also provides two 10-pin USB headers on its
motherboard. By connecting through USB cables with
them, user can quickly expand another four USB ports
on the front panel.
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Speaker Connector : SPEAKER
The speaker connector is used to connect speaker of
the chassis.
NC
1
2
3
4
PWR
EMPTY
SPKJ
SPEAKER
TPM Connector : TPM1
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 additional
device and install it.
EMPTY
LCLK#
LFRAME#
LRESET#
LAD3
VDD
LAD0
NC
SB3V
GND
LPCPD#
VCC
DD+
GND
F_USB 1/2
1 2
19 20
TPM1
1
9
2
10
GND
EMPTY
NC
LAD2
LAD1
GND
NC
SERIRQ
CLKRUN#
NC
VCC
DD+
GND
GND
IrDA Connector : IR/CIR1
This connector supports infrared wireless transmitting
and receiving device.
10
+5V
EMPTY
IRRX
GND
IRTX
1 2
9 10
IR/CIR1
+5VSB
CIRRX
GND
CIRTX
EMPTY
Front Panel Connector : FP1
This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the
front panel switch and LED Indicators.
Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED)
Connect to the chassis front panel IDE indicator LED. It
indicates the active status of the hard disks. This 2-pin
connector is directional with +/- sign.
Reset Switch (RESET-SW)
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 (PWR-LED)
Connect to the power LED indicator on the front panel of
the chassis. The Power LED indicates the system’s status.
When the system is in operation (S0 status), the LED is
on. When the system gets into sleep mode (S1) , the LED
is blinking; When the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or
power off mode (S5), the LED is off. This 2-pin connector
is directional with +/- sign.
Power Switch Connector (PWR-SW)
Connect to the power button on the front panel of the
chassis. Push this switch allows the system to be turned
on and off rather than using the power supply button.
HDD-LED
RESET-SW
NC
1
2
+
+
PWR-LED
-
-
PWR-SW
EMPTY
10
9
FP1
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Serial ATA Connectors : SATA_1/2
The Serial ATA connector is used to connect with SATA Hard
Disk or CD devices which supporting this feature. The current
Serial ATA II interface allows up to 300MB/s data transfer
rate.
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SATA _1/2
1
GND
TX+
TXGND
RXRX+
GND
Audio Connector : F_AUDIO1
The audio connector supports HD Audio standard.
It provides the Front Audio output choice.
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Chassis Intrusion Alarm Header : INTR
The connector can be connected to a security switch on
the chassis. The system can detect the chassis intrusion
through the function of this connector. If eventually the
chassis is closed, the system will send a message out.
A_MIC2_L
A_MIC2_R
A_LINE2_R
SENSE_SEND
A_LINE2_L
1
2
AUD_GND
PRESENCEJ
SENSE1_RETURN
EMPTY
SENSE2_RETURN
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F_AUDIO1
INTRUDERJ
1
GND
INTR
Fan Headers : CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1
There are two main fan headers on this motherboard. The
fan speed can be controlled and monitored in “PC Health
Status” section of the BIOS Setup. These fans can be
automatically turned off after the system enters S3, S4
and S5 sleeping states.
1
GND
POWER
SENSE
CONTROL
CPU_FAN1/SYS_FAN1
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2-3 Jumpers
For some features needed, users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard to modify them.
This section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard by changing the jumper
settings. Users should read the following content carefully prior to modifying any jumper setting.
Description of Jumpers
1. For any jumper on this motherboard, Pin 1 can be identied by the bold silkscreen next to it.
However, in this manual, Pin 1 is simply labeled as “1”.
2. The following table explains different types of the jumper settings. "Closed" means placing a jumper
cap on the two pins to temporarily short them. The shorting can also be done by touching two
pins by a screwdriver for a few seconds, but using jumper cap is recommended. It can prevent
hazardous ESD (Electrical Static Discharge) problem.
JumperDiagramDenitionDescription
1
1
1
1-2Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 closed
2-3Set Pin 2 and Pin 3 closed
Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS
The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as BIOS data,
date, time information, hardware password...etc.). Clear CMOS data is the fast way to go back to
factory default when the BIOS settings were mistakenly modied.
The steps to clear CMOS data are :
1. Turn off the computer, unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
2. Remove jumper cap from pins 2-3, put it onto pins 1-2 to short them. This will clear CMOS
data.
3. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed.
4. Plug in the power cord to your computer and turn it on.
5. Go to BIOS Setup to congure new system as described in next chapter.
2
1
Clear
Normal
(Default)
2
3
1
2
3
CLR_CMOS
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R
A
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■ Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings.
■ Do not clear the CMOS while the system is turned on.
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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 Program when the following cases
occur :
1. An error message appears on the screen during the system
Power On Self Test (POST) process.
2. You want to change the default CMOS settings.
This chapter includes the following information :
■ Enter BIOS Setup
■ Main
■ F-Center
■ Advanced
■ Boot
■ Power
■ Health
■ Security
■ Save & Exit
Since BIOS could be updated some other times, the BIOS information described in this
manual is for reference only. We do not guarantee the content of this manual will remain
consistent with the newly released BIOS at any given time in the future. Please visit our
website for updated manual if it is available.
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 message "Press <DEL> to enter Setup, <F7> to Boot Menu" appears at the bottom of
the screen, you can press <DEL> key to enter Setup.
CAUTION
!
We do not suggest that you change the default values in the BIOS Setup, and we
shall not be responsible for any damage which resulted from the change you made.
Use the arrow right/left keys to select a specic function and go to the submenu. Each function is
explained below:
Main
It displays the basic system conguration, such as CPU Name, memory size, system date,
time and so on. They all can be viewed or set up through this menu.
F-Center
Some special proprietary features (such as overclocking) can be set up through this menu.
Advanced
The advanced system features can be set up through this menu.
Boot
Boot features can be set up through this menu. You can set the boot device priority and enable
"Quiet Boot" feature here.
Power
All the items related with Green function features can be setup through this menu.
Health
This setup enables you to read/change fan speeds, and displays temperatures and voltages of
your CPU/System.
Security
The Administrator/User password can be set up through this menu to prevent unauthorized
use of your computer. If you set a password, the system will ask you to key in correct password before boot or access to Setup.
Save&Exit
The optimal performance settings can be loaded through this menu. However, it may offer better performance in some ways (such as less I/O cards, less memory ...etc.), still, it may cause
problem if you have more memory or I/O cards installed. It means, if your system loading is
heavy, set to optimal default may sometimes come out an unstable system. What you need
now is to adjust BIOS setting one by one, trial and error, to nd out the best setting for your
current system. You also can save or discard the changes and exit BIOS setup here.
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Main
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Main F-Center Advanced Boot Power Health Security Save & Exit Chipset
Main
System Date [Sun 08/21/2011]System Time [10:05:38]
Access Level Administrator
Model Name D270S/D250S/D255/D255-S
BIOS Version B35F1T16
Build Date and Time 08/22/2011 13:49:49
Halt On [All, but keyboard]
CPU Brand Name:
Intel(R) Atom(TM) CPU D2700 @ 2.13GHz
Total Memory 2048MB(DDR3 1067)
MAC Address 00-E0-4C-68-00-01
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set the Date. Use Tab to
switch between Date elements.
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
Version 2.13.1216. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
► System Date
<weekday><month><date> <year> format.
Day—weekday from Sun. to Sat., this message is automatically displayed by BIOS (Read
Only).
Month—month from 1 to 12.
Date—date from 1 to 31.
Year—year, set up by users.
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a eld. Use [+] or [-] to input the value.
► System Time
This item allows you to congure the desired time. Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a eld. Use [+] or [-] to input the value.
The three elds of the setting are <hour> : <minute> : <second> respectively.
► Access Level
It displays your current access level. If you enter system with a user password, it will dispaly
“User”. If no password is set or you enter system with administrator password, this item will
dispaly “Administrator”.
► Model Name
This item shows the model name of this product.
► BIOS Version
It displays the current BIOS version. User can check this information and discuss with the eld
service people if a BIOS upgrade is needed.
► Build Date and Time
This item shows the BIOS building date and time.
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► Halt On
This category determines whether or not the computer will stop if an error is detected during
powering up.
[All Errors]: All errors can result in system halt.
[No Errors]: No error can result in system halt.
[All, but keyboard]: All errors but keyboard can result in system halt.
► CPU Brand Name
It displays the current CPU name.
► Total Memory
This item displays the total memory size. The size is depending on how many memory modules are installed in your system before powering on.
► MAC Address
This item displays the onboard LAN MAC address.
Fox Control Center
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
F-Center
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
Fox Control Center Super BIOS Protection Settings
Super BIOS Protect[Disabled]
Auto Detect PCI Clock [Disabled]
▶ Smart BIOS
▶ Fox Intelligent Stepping
▶ CPU Configuration
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Version 2.02.1205. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
► Super BIOS Protect
To protect the system BIOS, there is a BIOS write-protection mechanism provided to
prevent BIOS FLASH tool being improperly used to update BIOS or the vicious virus(such as
CHI,etc) rewriting BIOS setup.
► Auto Detect PCI Clock
This option is used to auto detect PCI/PCIE slot. When enabled, the system will turn off clock
of the empty PCI/PCIE slot to reduce EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).
► Smart BIOS/Fox Intelligent Stepping/ CPU Configuration
Press <Enter> to go to its submenu.
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Smart BIOS
Smart BIOS Smart Power LED Settings
Smart Power LED[Disabled]
Smart Boot Menu [Enabled]
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
F-Center
3
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
Version 2.13.1216. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
► Smart Power LED
Smart Power LED is a feature built on your motherboard to indicate different states during
Power On System Test (POST). The LED is located at the front panel, and it displays POST
state by different long-short blinking intervals. You can always leave this state enabled.
System StatusPower LED StatusStop Blinking Condition
NormalAlways OnAlways On
No MemoryContinue blinking On (1sec.), Off (1sec.)Reboot & Memory OK
No DisplayContinue blinking On (2sec.), Off (2sec.)Reboot & Display OK
Post Error Message
No CPU FanContinue blinking On (1/2sec.), Off (1/2sec.)Reboot & Fan OK
Quick blinking twice (1/3sec. On, 1/3sec. Off),
one long On (1sec.), continuously.
Enter Setup or Skip
► Smart Boot Menu
When PC starts, it will ask you to press [Del] key to enter setup or press [Esc] key to enter
smart boot menu. If [Disabled] is selected, then pressing [Esc] has no function. This also pre-
vents user without password trying to get into your computer through smart boot menu.
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Fox Intelligent Stepping
FOX Intelligent Stepping Spread Spectrum Settings
Spread Spectrum [Enabled]
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
F-Center
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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Version 2.13.1216. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
► Spread Spectrum
This option is used to enable or disable the spread spectrum function. If you enabled this
function, it can signicantly reduce the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) generated by the
system, so to comply with FCC regulation.
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CPU Configuration
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CPU Configuration Enabled for Windows XP and
Linux (OS optimized for
Physical Count: 2 Hyper-threading Technology)
logical Count: 4 and Disabled for other OS
CPU Brand Name: Genuine Intel(R)CPU (OS not optimized for
Cache L1: 2x56 k Hyper-threading Technology).
Cache L1: 2x512 k
Current CPU Speed 2132 MHz
Hyper-threading [Enabled]
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
Limit CPUID Maxium [Disabled]
EIST [Enabled]
CPU C6 state [Disabled]
► Hyper Threading Technology
This item is used to enable/disable the Hyper Threading Technology feature.
► Execute-Disable Bit
This item is used to enable/disable the Execute Disable Bit feature.
Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can help prevent certain classes of malicious buffer
overow attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.
Execute Disable Bit allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application
code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the
buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage and worm propagation.
Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit-enabled systems can halt worm attacks,
reducing the need for virus-related repairs. By combining Execute Disable Bit with anti-virus,
rewall, spyware removal, e-mail ltering software, and other network security measures, IT
managers can free IT resources for other initiatives.
► Limit CPUID MaxVal
This item is used to enable or disable CPUID maximum value limit conguration. Set [Disa-
bled] for WinXP.
► EIST Function
You can select the EIST (Processor Power Management, PPM) through this item.
► CPU C6 report
This item is used to enable or disable CPU C6(ACPI C3) report to OS.
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→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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Advanced
Main F-Center Advanced Boot Power Health Security Save & Exi
▶ Trusted Computing
▶ North Bridge
▶ Onboard Device Configuration
▶ SATA Configuration
▶ Super IO Configuration
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Advanced
SATA Devices Configuration
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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► Trusted Computing /North Bridge/ Onboard Device Conguration/ SATA Conguration
/ Super IO Conguration
Press <Enter> to go to its submenu.
Trusted Computing
TPM Configuration
TPM SUPPORT [Disabled]
Current TPM Status InformationNO TPM Hardware
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Advanced
Enable or Disable TPM
support. O.S. will not show
TPM. Reset of platform is
required.
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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► TPM SUPPORT
This item is used to decide whether to support TPM (Trusted Platform Module) device function.
Default option is [Disabled]. If you want to support TPM, rst you need to install a TPM device
on the motherboard and set this item to [Enabled], then save changing and reset your computer, otherwise the operation system can not show the relative information.
North Bridge
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Advanced
Keep IGD enabled based on the
setup option
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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North Bridge Configuration
Memory Information
Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3 1067)
Memory Slot1 Not Present
Memory Slot2 2048 MB (DDR3 1067)
Memory Configuration
Integrated Graphics [Auto]
IGD Memory [256MB]
DVMI/FIXED Memory [256MB]
Memory Information
► Total Memory
This item displays the current memory size. The size is depending on how many memory mod-
ules are installed in your system before powering on.
► Memory Slot 1/2
These items display the memory size installed on each slot.
ay time (in clock cycles).
►Integrated Graphics
This item is used to set the mode of the Integrated Graphics.
► IGD Memory
This item is used to select the IGD(Integrated Graphics Device) share memory size. Default
value is [256MB].
► DVMT/FIXED Memory
Select graphics memory size for Fixed or DVMT usage.
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Onboard Device Configuration
Onboard Device Configuration
Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled]
Onboard LAN PXE OpROM [Disabled]
Onboard USB Controller [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
USB3.0 Controller [Enabled]
Azalia HD Audio Controller [Enabled]
► OnBoard LAN Controller
This item is used to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller.
► Onboard LAN PXE OpROM
This item is used to enable or disable Boot Option for Onboard LAN PXE OpROM.
► OnBoard USB Controller
This item is used to enable or disable the Universal Host Controller Interface for USB.
► Legacy USB Support
This item is used to enable the support for USB devices on legacy OS. If you have a USB
keyboard or mouse, set to auto or enabled.
► USB3.0 Controller
This item is used to set the transmission rate mode of USB3.0.
► Azalia HD Audio Controller
This item is used to enable or disable the Azalia HD Audio Controller.
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Advanced
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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SATA Configuration
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Advanced
SATA Ports Device Names if
Present and Enabled.
SATA Configuration
Onboard SATA Controller [Enabled]
Onboard SATA Mode [Native IDE]
▶ SATA Port1: Not Present
▶ SATA Port2: Not Present
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→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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► Onboard SATA Controller
This item is used to enable or disable the onboard SATA controller.
► Onboard SATA Mode
This item allows you to set the operation mode of the SATA ports. Setting values are: [Native
IDE], [AHCI].
► SATA Port 1/2
When SATA is operating in [Combined Mode], you can refer to this display message to con-
nect SATA drives with the corresponding SATA ports on the motherboard for correct opera-
tions.
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Super IO Configuration
Super IO Configuration
Super IO Chip NCT5573D
▶ Serial Port O Configuration
▶ CIR Controller Configuration
►Series Port 0 Conguration/CIR Controller Conguration
Press <Enter> to go to relative submenu.
Series Port 0 Conguration
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Advanced
Set Parameters of Serial Port
O (COMA)
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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Advanced
Serial Port 0 Configuration
Serial Port [Enabled]Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;
Change Settings [Auto]
Device Mode [Standard Serial Po...]
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Enable or Disable Serial Port
(COM)
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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► Serial Port
This item is used to enable or disable the serial port (COM).
► Device Settings
This item shows the resource assigned to the serial port.
► Change Settings
This item is used to select an optimal settings for the serial port.
► Device Mode
This item is used to change the serial port mode.
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CIR Controller Conguration
CIR Controller Configuration
CIR Conroller [Enabled]
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Advanced
Enable or Disable CIR Controller
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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► CIR Controller
This item is used to enable or disable the onboard CIR controller.
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Boot
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Version 2.02.1205. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Boot
Select the keyboard NumLock
state
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Power Health Security Save & Exit
Boot Configuration
Bootup Numlock State [On]
Quiet Boot [Enabled]
Boot Option Priorities
► Bootup Numlock State
This item is used to select the keyboard numlock state. The defaulte setting is [On].
► Quiet Boot
This item is used to enable/disable the quiet boot.
[Disabled] : Displays the normal POST messages.
[Enabled] : Displays OEM customer logo instead of POST messages.
► Boot Option Priorities
BIOS auto detect the presence of boot devices, you can congure the priority for boot devices.
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Power
3
Main F-Center Advanced Boot Power Health Security Save & Exit
ACPI Sleep State [S1]
Resume By PS2 Keyboard [Enabled]
Resume By PS2 Mouse [Enabled]
Resume By USB Device [Enabled]
Resume By Onboard LAN [Disabled]
Resume By PCI PME [Disabled]
Resume By Modem Ring [Disabled]
Resume By RTC [Disabled]
Energy-using Products [Enabled]
Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]
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Power
Enable/Disable PS2 Keyboard
resume system
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
► ACPI Sleep State
This motherboard only support “S3 (STR)” mode, the power will be down after a period of time.
The status of the computer before it entering STR will be saved in memory, and the computer
can quickly return to previous state when the STR function wakes.
► Resume by PS2 Keyboard
This item is used to enable/disable the PS2 keyboard to generate a wake up.
► Resume by PS2 Mouse
This item is used to enable/disable the PS2 mouse to generate a wake up.
► Resume by USB Device(s)
This item is used to wake up the system by a USB device when it is staying at S3 state.
► Resume by Onboard LAN
This item is used to enable/disable the Onboard LAN to generate a wake up.
► Resume by PCI PME
This item is used to enable/disable a PCI Express device to generate a wake up.
► Resume by Modem Ring
This item is used to enable/disable the Modem Ring to generate a wake up.
► Resume by RTC
This item is used to enable/disable RTC alarm event to generate a wake up.
RTC is system real time clock.
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► Energy-using Products
This item is used to enable/disable the EuP(Energy-using Products) feature. When enable, the
suspend power of the chipset will be cut off in S5 suspend mode in order to reduce the power
consumption of motherboard.
Enabled: S1/S3/S4 is normal, S5 wake up only by pressing the power button.
Disabled: Normal ACPI function.
► Restore AC Power Loss
This item is used to set which state the PC will take with when it resumes after an AC power
loss.
Health
3
Main F-Center Advanced Boot Power Health Security Save & Exit
Case Open Warning[Disabled]
CPU Temperature : +54 C
System Temperature : +44 C
CPU Fan Speed : N/A
System Fan Speed : N/A
CPUVcore : +1.184 V
+12V SYS : +12.096 V
VDDR : +1.608 V
AVCC : +3.424 V
3VSB : +3.296 V
VBAT : +3.136 V
CPU Warning Temperature [Disabled]
CPU Shutdown Temperature [Disabled]
CPU Smart Fan Control [Disabled]
SYS Smart Fan Control [Disabled]
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Case Shutdown Temperature
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
► Case Open Warning
This item is used to enable or disable case open warning function.
► CPU Temperature
These items show the current CPU temperature detected automatically by the system.
► System Temperature
These items show the current System temperature detected automatically by the system.
► CPU Fan Speed
This item shows the current CPU Fan speed detected automatically by the system.
► System Fan Speed
This item shows the current North Bridge Fan speed detected automatically by the system.
► CPU Vcore/12V SYS/VDDR/AVCC/3VSB/VBAT
These items show the Current CPU Vcore/12V SYS/VDDR/AVCC/3VSB/VBAT voltage de-
tected automatically by the system.
► CPU Warning Temperature
This option is used to set the warning temperature for the system. When the temperature of
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CPU is higher than the set value, the motherboard will send out warning information.
► CPU Shutdown Temperature
This item is used to set the system temperature upper limit. When the temperature exceeds
the set value, the system will shut down automatically.
This function works only when your operating system is supporting ACPI.
► CPU/SYS Smart Fan Function
This option is used to enable or disable smart fan function. Default value is [Disabled]. Only
when this option is enabled, the CPU/system fan speed will change automatically with the
CPU/system temperature. "Smart Fan Automatic Mode" is the principle gure of CPU smart
fan function for your reference.
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Security
Main F-Center Advanced Boot Power Health Security Save & Exit
Administrator Password Not Installed
Administrator Password
User Password
Security option [Setup]
HDD BootSector Write [Normal]
User Password Not Installed
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► Administrator Password
This item is used to install or change administrator password.
After you input administrator password, it then will ask you to
conrm the password.
► User Password
This item is used to install or change user password.
Set Administrator Password.
If only the Administrator’s
password is set,Then this only
limits access to Setup and is
only asked for when entering
Setup. The password must be 3
to 20 characters long.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Power Health Security Save & Exit
Save & Exit
Save Changes and Reset
Discard Changes and Reset Restore Defaults
Boot Override
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Save & Exit
Reset system setup after saving
the changes.
→ ←: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
► Save Changes and Reset
If you select this option and press <Enter>, a message will be displayed in the screen.
Select [Yes] to save your changes and reset computer, select [No] or <ESC> to return to the
main menu.
Save & Reset
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Save configuration and reset?
Yes
Yes No
► Discard Changes and Reset
If you select this option and press <Enter>, a message will be displayed in the screen.
Select [Yes] to exit setup utility and reset computer without saving your modications, select
[No] or <ESC> to return to the main menu.
Reset Without Saving
Reset without saving?
Yes
Yes No
► Restore Defaults
Optimal defaults are the best settings of this motherboard.
Always load the Optimal defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS
values.
Select this option and press Enter, it will pop out a dialogue box to let you load the defaults.
Select <Yes> and then press <Enter> to load the defaults. Select <No> and press <Enter>,
it will not load.
By this default, BIOS have set the optimal performance parameters of system to improve
the performances of system components. But if the optimal performance parameters to be
set cannot be supported by your hardware devices (for example, too many expansion cards
were installed), the system might fail to work.
Load Optimized Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults?
Yes
Yes No
► Boot Override
BIOS auto detect the presence of connected devices, select the device you want to boot from
and press <Enter>, then the system will directly boot from the selected devices.
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:
■ Install driver and utility
■ FOX ONE
■ FOX LiveUpdate
■ FOX LOGO
■ FOX DMI
■ Smart Charger
Note : Because each module is independent, so the
section number will be reorganized and unique to each
module, please understand.
Install driver and utility
1. Driver
You must click "Intel Chipset Driver" to install it rst. After that, you can click "One Click Setup" to
install all the other drivers left, or you can click on each individual driver to install it manually.
Manual Installation
Step by Step
Visit Foxconn's
Website
Show Utilities Show Drivers Browse CD
Automatic Installation
by One Click
Drop to System Tray
Exit the program
View the Utility
Help les
Choose the items you
want to Install
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2. Utility
Use these options to install additional software programs. And click “Utility Help” button to view
the utility (FOX ONE, FOX LiveUpdate, FOX LOGO, FOX DMI) help manual.
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Click here
CAUTION
!
The Driver and Utility items displayed above represent a Windows 7 based system.
The appearance may change with different Operating Systems.
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FOX ONE
FOX ONE is a powerful utility for easily modifying system settings. It also allows users to monitor
various temperature values, voltage values, frequencies and fan speeds at any time.
With FOX ONE, you can :
■ Modify system performance settings, such as the CPU and memory bus speeds, CPU
voltages, fan speeds, and other system performance options.
■ Monitor hardware temperatures, voltages, frequencies and fan speeds.
CAUTION
Supporting Operating Systems :
■ Windows 2000 ■ Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit)
■ Windows 2003 (32-bit and 64-bit) ■ Windows Vista (32-bit and 64-bit)
■ Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
!
Depending on hardware support, voltage monitoring and Fox Intelligent Stepping
features are optional and only supported in some models. If the option is selectable, it
also means the feature is supported.
■ Voltage Monitoring is supported only in FOX ONE Premium & Deluxe products.
■ Fox Intelligent Stepping is supported only in FOX ONE Deluxe products.
Using FOX ONE :
The very rst time you run FOX ONE, F.I.S. Calibration function (FOX Intelligent
Stepping) will require you to calibrate the CPU’s loading. Click “OK” to proceed
and start the Utility. F.I.S. is a feature of FOX ONE, which can automatically adjust your CPU
clock based on your current system loading.
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CAUTION
!
Before you running the FOX ONE program, the system parameters (such as CPU
clock, voltage...etc.) are controlled by BIOS settings. After you run FOX ONE, it will
take over, and the controlling right will be transferred to FOX ONE. Later, if you exit
FOX ONE, then BIOS control will be back again.
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1. Main Page
Show CPU
Information
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Monitor Frequency/Voltage/Fan
speed/Temperature value
Toolbar
Use the toolbar to navigate to other pages.
Toolbar
Alert Lamp
Switch Button
Skin Button
Exit
Minimum
Conguration
Homepage
Alert Lamp
When the system is in healthy state, the color of alert lamp is green. When the system is in
abnormal state, the alert lamp color is red.
Switch Button
Click this button, it will simplify the whole FOX ONE control panel to a smaller information bar (i.e.
Simple Mode) as depicted below, you can drag this bar to any place on your screen to help you
monitoring system status.
Exit FOX ONE
Click here will drop the FOX ONE to Windows system tray
Click here to go back to
FOX ONE full screen
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Skin Button
There are more choices of FOX ONE screen panels. Click this button, you can select your
favorite skin (FOX ONE Panel).
Click the new skin
picture to select
the new skin
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Apply the changes
Cancel the changes
Exit
Click this button to exit the program.
Minimum
Click this button to drop the FOX ONE to Windows system tray located at the lower right corner of
your screen.
Homepage
Click this button to visit Foxconn motherboard website :
http://www.foxconnchannel.com
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Conguration
This menu allows you to congure :
1). Monitor interval (ms) :
This is to dene the interval of different messages of system settings which are to be
displayed on Simple Mode screen. Minimum value is 1 second.
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2). Simple Mode :
To select which message of system settings are to be displayed in the Simple Mode.
Messages such as CPU frequency, voltage...etc., they can be displayed one by one in Simple