Foxconn G41S User Manual

G41S Series
Motherboard
User’s 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 G41S / G41S-K
is in conformity with
(reference to the specication 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/2009
Printed Name : James Liang
Declaration of conformity
Trade Name: FOXCONN
Model Name:
G41S / G41S-K
Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc.
Address: 458 E. Lambert Rd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
Telephone: 714-738-8868
Facsimile: 714-738-8838
Equipment Classication: 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 : 2009
Installation Precautions
Please carefully read the following procedures to install your computer :
It is suggested to select high-quality, certied 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 is overclocked. Normal operation depends on the overclocking capac-
ity of your device.
If there is any, when connecting USB, audio, 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 con-
nections might damage the motherboard.
When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connec-
tors.
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 congured 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 certied computer technician.
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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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Introduction
Product Specications .................................................................. 2
Layout ........................................................................................... 4
Back Panel Connectors ................................................................ 5
Chapter 2 Hardware Install
Install the CPU and CPU Cooler ..................................................8
Install the Memory ...................................................................... 11
Install an Expansion Card .......................................................... 12
Install other Internal Connectors ................................................ 13
Jumpers ......................................................................................17
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Enter BIOS Setup ....................................................................... 18
Main Menu ..................................................................................18
System Information ....................................................................
20
Advanced BIOS Features ...........................................................
21
FOX Central Control Unit............................................................23
Advanced Chipset Features .......................................................26
Integrated Peripherals ................................................................29
Power Management Setup ......................................................... 33
PC Health Status ........................................................................ 35
BIOS Security Features ..............................................................
36
Load Optimal Defaults ............................................................... 37
Save and Exit Setup ................................................................... 37
Exit Without Saving ....................................................................37
Chapter 4 CD Instruction
Utility CD content ........................................................................39
Install driver and utility ................................................................ 40
FOX ONE
Main Page ............................................................................. 42
CPU Control .......................................................................... 46
Frequency Control ................................................................48
Limit Setting ..........................................................................49
Voltage Control .....................................................................51
Fan Control ...........................................................................52
FOX LiveUpdate
Local Update ......................................................................... 53
Online Update ....................................................................... 55
Congure .............................................................................58
About & Help ......................................................................... 60
FOX LOGO .................................................................................61
FOX DMI .................................................................................... 62
Technical Support :
Website :
http://www.foxconnchannel.com
Support Website :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com
Worldwide online contact Support :
http://www.foxconnchannel.com/support/online.aspx
CPU, Memory, VGA Compatibility Supporting Website :
http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx
Support
Thank you for buying Foxconn G41S Series motherboard. Foxconn
products are engineered to maximize computing power, providing
only what you need for break-through performance.
With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity
features for today multi-media computing requirements, G41S /
G41S-K enables you to unleash more power from your computer.
This chapter includes the following information:
■ Product Specications
■ Layout
■ Back Panel Connectors
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1-1 Product Specications
CPU Support LGA775 socket Intel® CPU:
Wolfdale/Conroe/ Conroe-L processors
Support 45nm processors
The CPU TDP not over 65W
Front Side Bus 1333/1066/800MHz FSB
Chipset North Bridge: Intel® G41 Chipset
South Bridge: Intel® ICH7
Memory 1 x 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets
Support up to 4GB of system memory
Dual channel DDR2 1066/800/667MHz architecture
Audio Realtek 5.1-channel audio chip
High Denition Audio
2/4/5.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out
Support Jack-Sensing function
LAN Realtek 10/100Mb/s LAN chip (G41S)
Realtek Gigabit LAN chip (G41S-K)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot
1 x PCI Express x1 slot
Onboard Serial ATA 2 x SATA connectors
300MB/s data transfer rate
Support hot plug and NCQ (Native Command Queuing )
USB Support hot plug
Support up to 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 rear panel ports, 2 onboard USB
headers supporting 4 extra ports)
Support USB 2.0 protocol up to 480Mb/s
Internal Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x CPU fan header (4-pin)
1 x System fan header (4-pin)
1 x Front panel connector
1 x Front Audio connector
1 x COM1 connector
1 x IR/CIR connector
1 x TPM connector
1 x Speaker connector
1 x S/PDIF_OUT connector
2 x SATA connectors
2 x USB 2.0 connectors (supporting 4 USB devices)
Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
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Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x VGA port
1 x Coaxial SPDIF_OUT port
1 x RJ-45 LAN port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
5.1-channel Audio ports
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU/System overheating warning
CPU/System fan speed control
PCI Express x1 Support 250MB/s (500MB/s concurrent) bandwidth
Low power consumption and power management features
PCI Express x16 Support 4GB/s (8 GB/s concurrent) bandwidth
Low power consumption and power management features
Green Function Support ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Interface)
Support S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4
(suspend to disk), and S5 (soft - off)
Bundled Software FOX ONE
FOX LiveUpdate
FOX LOGO
FOX DMI
Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP
Form Factor Micro ITX Form Factor, 7.6 inches x 6.7 inches (19.3cm x 17.0cm)
This motherboard does not support Windows
®
2000.
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1-2 Layout
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Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical mother-
board for detail.
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16
1. CPU Socket
2. SYS_FAN Header
3. COM1 Connector
4. TPM Connector
5. IR/CIR Header
6. DDR2 DIMM Slot
7. CPU_FAN Header
8. Clear CMOS Jumper
9. 24-pin ATX Power Connector
10. Front Panel Connector
11. North Bridge: Intel® G41 Chipset
12. PCI Express x16 Slot
13. South Bridge: Intel® ICH7
14. PCI Express x1 Slot
15. SATA Connectors
16. Front Audio Connector
17. Front USB Connectors
18. 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector
19. S/PDIF_OUT Connector
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1-3 Back Panel Connectors
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. Coaxial SPDIF_OUT Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that suports digital coaxial
audio. Before using this feature , enture that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio
in connector.
4. VGA Port
To connect with external display devices, such as monitor or LCD display.
5. USB Ports
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such as an
USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.
6. Audio Ports
For the denition of each audio port, please refer to the table below :
* : Please refer to Chapter 4, and run 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.
USB Ports
LAN Port
Coaxial
SPDIF_ OUT
PS/2 Keyboard Port
PS/2 Mouse Port
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Audio PortsVGA Port
2
Microphone
Line Out
Line In
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1
4
7
Port 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel
Blue Line In Rear Speaker Out* Rear Speaker Out*
Green Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Microphone In Microphone In Center/Subwoofer Out*
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7. RJ-45 LAN Port
The Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10/100/1000Mb/s data rate.
G41S supports 10/100Mb/s Ethernet.
G41S-K supports 1Gb/s Ethernet.
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LAN Type
Left: Active Right: Link
Status Description Status Description
100M
Off No Link Off No Link
Green
Blinking
Data Activity Orange 10/100Mb/s Connection
1000M
Off No Link Off No Link
Green
Blinking
Data Activity
Off 10Mb/s Connection
Green 100Mb/s Connection
Orange 1000Mb/s Connection
Active
LED
Link
LED
This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, 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 CPU and CPU Cooler
■ Install the Memory
■ Install an Expansion Card
■ Install other Internal Connectors
■ Jumpers
This motherboard support CPUs with a power rating no more than 65W, which
include Wolfdale/Conroe/ Conroe-L processors and 45nm CPUs.
For further information, please refer to website below for CPU Support List. We
cannot guarantee that your system can operate normally if you use a CPU not
included in the CPU
Support List.
Please visit this website for more supporting information about CPU, Memory and
VGA for your motherboard :
http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx
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LGA775 CPU Socket
Pin-1 Corner of the CPU
Socket
LGA775 CPU
Notch
Pin-1 triangle marking
of CPU
Alignment Keyy
2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler
Install the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU :
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply before
installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
■ Locate the Pin-1 of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or
you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU
socket.)
■ Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
■ Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating
and damage of the CPU may occur.
■ Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specications. It is not
recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specications
since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to
set the frequency beyond the standard specications, please do so according to your
hardware specications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Hyper-Threading Technology System Requirements:
(Go to Intel's website for more information about the Hyper-Threading Technology)
■ An Intel® CPU that supports HT Technology
■ A chipset that supports HT Technology
■ An operating system that is optimized for HT Technology
■ A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled
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Follow the steps to install the CPU onto the CPU socket :
1. Remove protective socket cover.
2. Release the CPU socket lever.
3. Lift the metal cover on the CPU
socket.
5. When CPU is properly seated,
replace the metal cover and push the
CPU socket lever back to its locked
position.
4. Check Pin-1 marking (triangle) with
the Pin-1 corner of the CPU socket,
align the CPU notches with the socket
alignment keys and gently put the
CPU onto the socket.
Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
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Install the CPU Cooler
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.)
1. Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the surface of CPU.
2. Place the four bolts of the CPU cooler to the holes of the motherboard, push them straight down from the top, and the bolts will be fastened on the motherboard. That's it.
3. Chec k the sol de r side of the motherboard, the push pin should be
xed as depicted in the picture.
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4. Attach t he 4-wire C PU cooler connector to the CPU FAN header on the motherboard .
Release bolts of CPU cooler from motherboard :
1.Tu r n i n g the push p i n ( b o l t ) along with the direction of arrow (counterclockwise).
2. Pull the push pin straight up.
3. Turning push pin clockwise to its default position.
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
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2-2 Install a Memory
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.
Step 1: Spread the clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module onto the socket, then put your
ngers on top edge of the module, and push it down rmly
and seat it vertically into the memory socket.
Step 2: The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.
112-Pin128-Pin
Notch
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory :
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before
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 DDR2 DIMM on this motherboard.
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2-3 Install an Expansion Card
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis
back panel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover.
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for
your expansion card(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card :
• Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently insert the graphics card into the PCI Express x16 slot.
Make sure the graphics card is locked by the latch at the end of
the PCI Express x16 slot.
• Removing the Card:
Push the latch at the end of the PCI Express x16 slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot.
PCI Express x1
PCI Express x16
■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual
that came with your expansion card.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before
installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
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2-4 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 : 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
Connect the 4-pin ATX 12V power supply to PWR2 and provides power to the CPU.
We recommend you using a 24-pin power supply. If you are using a 20-pin power supply, you need to align the ATX power connector according to the picture.
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20-Pin Power
Pin No. 24
Pin # Denition
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V
3 1
GND
+12V
4 2
PWR2
Pin # Denition Pin # Denition
1 3.3V 13 3.3V
2 3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON(Soft On/Off)
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 Power Good 20 NC
9 +5V SB(Stand by +5V) 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V 23 +5V
12 3.3V 24 GND
PWR1
24
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12
1
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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 support this feature. The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to 300MB/s data transfer rate.
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.
IR/CIR Connector : IR/CIR
This header supports infrared wireless transmitting and receiving device.
COM Connector : COM1
This motherboard supports one serial RS232 COM port for legacy compatibility. User must purchase another RS232 cable with a 9-pin D-sub connector at one end to connect with the external RS232 device and another end with 10-pin female con-
nector to connect with COM1 connector in the motherboard.
+5V
EMPTY
IRRX
GND
IRTX
+5VSB
CIRRX
CIRTX
GND
EMPTY
IR/CIR
1 2
9 10
GND TX+ TX­GND RX­RX+
GND
1
SATA_1/2
HDD-LED
RESET-SW
NC
+
-
PWR-SW
+
-
PWR-LED
EMPTY
1
2
10
9
FP1
COM1
RLSD SOUT
RI
GND
RTS
DSR
DTR
CTS EMPTY
SIN
1 2
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