Foxconn H77MXV User Manual

H77MXV 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 H77MXV Series

is in conformity with

(reference to the specification 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 fluctuations and flicker 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/2012

Printed Name : James Liang

Declaration of conformity

Trade Name:	FOXCONN
Model Name:	H77MXV Series
Responsible Party:	PCE Industry Inc.
Address:	458 E. Lambert Rd.
	Fullerton, CA 92835
Telephone:	714-738-8868
Facsimile:	714-738-8838
Equipment Classification:	FCC Class B Subassembly
Type of Product:	Motherboard
Manufacturer:	HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY
	COMPANY 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 : 2012

Installation Precautions

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■Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the sudden and momentary electric current that flows 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.

Please carefully read the following procedures to install your computer :

■It is suggested to select high-quality, certified 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 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 configured 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 certified computer technician.

Technical 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

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Introduction
1-1 Product Specifications............................................................................	2
1-2 Layout.....................................................................................................	4
1-3 Back Panel Connectors..........................................................................	5
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler.............................................................	8
Install the CPU...........................................................................................	8
Install the CPU Cooler.............................................................................	10
2-2 Install the Memory................................................................................	11
Dual Channel Memory Configuration......................................................	11
Installing a Memory.................................................................................	11
2-3 Install an Expansion Card.....................................................................	13
2-4 Install other Internal Connectors...........................................................	14
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Enter BIOS Setup.......................................................................................	21
F-Center......................................................................................................	24
Smart BIOS.............................................................................................	24
Fox Intelligent Stepping...........................................................................	25
CPU Configuration...................................................................................	26
Performance Tuning................................................................................	27
Advanced....................................................................................................	30
North Bridge............................................................................................	30
ME Subsystem........................................................................................	31
Onboard Device Configuration................................................................	32
SATA Configuration .................................................................................	33
Super IO Configuration............................................................................	34
Trusted Computing..................................................................................	35
Network Stack.........................................................................................	36
Boot.............................................................................................................	37
CSM parameters.....................................................................................	38
Power..........................................................................................................	39
Health..........................................................................................................	40
Security.......................................................................................................	41
Save & Exit.................................................................................................	42
Chapter 4 CD Instruction
4-1 Install driver and utility..........................................................................	44
1. Install Driver.........................................................................................	44
2. Install Utility.........................................................................................	45
4-2 FOX ONE..............................................................................................	46
1. Main Page...........................................................................................	47

2.	CPU Page - CPU Control....................................................................	50
3.	Frequency Page - Frequency Control (Optional).................................	53
4.	Limit Setting.........................................................................................	53
5.	Voltage Page - Voltage Control (Optional)...........................................	56
6.	Fan Page - Fan Control.......................................................................	56
4-3 FOX LiveUpdate...................................................................................		57
1.	Local Update.......................................................................................	57
2.	Online Update......................................................................................	59
3.	Configure.............................................................................................	62
4. About & Help........................................................................................		64
4-4 FOX LOGO...........................................................................................		65
4-5 FOX DMI...............................................................................................		66
4-6 Smart charger.......................................................................................		66
Chapter 5 RAID Configuration
5-1 RAID Configuration Introduction...........................................................		68
5-2 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology..........................................................		70
5-3 Steps to Install Serial ATA Hard Disks..................................................		70
5-4 Create a RAID driver diskette ..............................................................		71
5-5 BIOS Configuration...............................................................................		72
5-6 Create RAID in BIOS............................................................................		72
1.	Enter RAID BIOS Setup......................................................................	72
2.	Create RAID Volume...........................................................................	73
3.	Delete RAID Volume............................................................................	88
4.	Reset Disks to Non-RAID....................................................................	89
5.	Recovery Volume Options...................................................................	94
6.	Exit RAID BIOS ..................................................................................	95
5-7 Install a New Windows XP....................................................................		96

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Thank you for buying Foxconn H77MXV Series motherboard. Foxconn products are engineered to maximize computing power, providing only what you need for break-through performance.

This chapter includes the following information:

■Product Specifications

■Layout

■Back Panel Connectors

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

1-1 Product Specifications

CPU

Chipset

Memory

Expansion Slots

Storage

LAN

Audio

USB

Internal

Connectors

Support Intel® Ivy Bridge/Sandy Bridge LGA1155 Processors Max processor power up to 95W

For the latest CPU information, please visit: http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx

Intel® H77

2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMMs

Support up to 16GB of system memory

Dual channel DDR3 1600(Ivy Bridge)/1333/1066MHz

1 x PCI Express X16 slot

-Support PCI Express Gen2 5GT/S data rate (Sandy Bridge)

-Support PCI Express Gen3 8GT/s data rate (Ivy Bridge)

2 x PCI Express X1 slots

- Support PCI Express Gen2 5GT/S data rate

Intel® H77 chipset

-2 x SATA 2.0 connectors (3Gb/s data transfer rate)

-2 x SATA 3.0 connectors (6Gb/s data transfer rate) Support RAID 0, 1, 5,10

Realtek RTL8111F-CG Gigabit LAN chip

Support 10/100/1000Mbps

Realtek ALC662-GR audio chip

-High Definition Audio

-2/4/5.1-channel

-Support Jack-Sensing function

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

Support up to 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 rear panel ports, 1 onboard USB header supporting 2 extra ports)

Support USB 3.0 protocol up to 5Gb/s

1 x 24-Pin ATX power connector

1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

2 x SATA 3.0 connectors

2 x SATA 2.0 connectors

2 x USB 2.0 headers

1 x USB 3.0 header

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 SPDIF OUT header

1 x TPM header

1 x LPT header

1 x CIR header

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Back Panel

Connectors

Hardware Monitor

Green Function

Bundled Software

Operating System

Form Factor

1 x INTR header

1 x COM1 header

1 x Clear CMOS header

1 x ME header

1 x PS/2 Keyboard port

1 x VGA port

4 x USB 2.0 ports

2 x USB 3.0 ports

1 x DVI-D port(H77MXV-D)

1 x HDMI port(H77MXV)

1 x RJ-45 LAN port

3 x Audio ports

System voltage detection

CPU/System temperature detection

CPU/System fan speed detection

CPU Overheating warning

CPU/System fan speed control

Support ACPI (Advanced Configuration 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® 8/7/XP

Micro ATX Form Factor, 9.2 inches x 7.0 inches (23.4cm x 17.8cm)

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1-2 Layout

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15																								23
16														20									22
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1.	4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector															13.			Front USB 3.0 Header
2. LGA1155 CPU Socket																	14. Clear CMOS Header
3.	PCI Express x16 Slot															15.			SATA 2.0 Connector
4.	PCI Express x1 Slot															16.			SATA 3.0 Connector
5.	INTR Header															17.			Front Panel Header
6.	COM1 Header															18.			Chipset: Intel® H77
7.	Front Audio Header															19.			Speaker Header
8.	CIR Header																20. ME Header
9.	LPT Header															21.			24-pin ATX Power Connector
10. TPM Header																	22. DDR3 DIMM Slot
11. SPDIF_OUT Header																	23. CPU_FAN Header
12. Front USB 2.0 Header																24.			SYS_FAN Header

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 Keyboard Port	USB 3.0 Port	RJ-45 LAN Port
1	6	7

Line In

				Line Out
				Microphone In
2	3	4	2	8
USB 2.0 Port	VGA Port	HDMI Port	USB 2.0 Port	Audio Port
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DVI-D Port

(H77MXV-D)

1. PS/2 Keyboard Port

Use the upper port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

2. USB 2.0 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

3. VGA Port

Use this port to connect external display devices, such as monitor or LCD display.

4. HDMI Port

The HDMI (High-Definition 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.

5.DVI_D Port

The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specification. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port.

6.USB 3.0 Port

The USB port supports the USB 3.0/2.0/1.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. But you need to install the USB 3.0 driver in the Driver CD before using it.

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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.

	LAN Type	Left: Active			Right: Link
		Status	Description	Status	Description
		Off	No Link	Off	No Link
	1000M	Green	Data	Off	10Mb/s Connection
				Green	100Mb/s Connection
		Blinking	Activity
				Orange	1000Mb/s Connection

8.Audio Ports

For the definition of each audio port, please refer to the table below:

Active				Link
LED				LED

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*

*:	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.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

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

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler

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 one 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 specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications 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

Install the CPU

Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

LGA1155 CPU Socket

Alignment Key

Pin-1 corner of the CPU Socket

LGA1155 CPU

Notch

Pin-1 triangle marking of CPU

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Follow the steps to install the CPU onto the CPU 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.

1. Release the CPU socket lever.

2. Lift the metal cover on the CPU socket.

3. Remove protective socket cover.

4. Check pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket, align the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys and gently put the CPU onto the socket.

5. When CPU is properly seated, replace the metal cover and push the CPU socket lever back to its locked position.

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Install the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard.

1. Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the surface of CPU.

3. Check the solder side of the motherboard, the push pin should be fixed as depicted in the picture.

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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.

4. Attach the 4-wire CPU cooler connector to the CPU FAN header on the motherboard .

Release bolts of CPU cooler from motherboard :

1.Turning the push pin (bolt) 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 the Memory

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, and please select Dual channel first to achieve optimum performance.

■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.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Channel 0 : DIMM1

Channel 1 : DIMM2

The combinations of DIMM modules are:

	DIMM1	DIMM2
Single Channel	DS/SS	-
Single Channel	-	DS/SS
Dual Channel	DS/SS	DS/SS

(DS : Double Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory)

Installing 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 fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules into the sockets.

Pin-144

Notch

Pin-96

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Step 1:

Spread the clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place thememory moduleonto thesocket,thenputyourfingers on top edge of the module, and push it down firmly 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.

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2-3 Install an Expansion Card

■ Make sure the motherboard supports the 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.

PCI Express x16

PCI Express x1

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.

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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.

				Pin #	Definition	Pin #	Definition
				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
24			13	10	+12V	22	+5V
				11	+12V	23	+5V
			1	12	3.3V	24	GND
12	PWR1

Pin No. 24

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.

20-Pin Power

4-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector: PWR2

Connect the 4-pin ATX 12V power supply to PWR2 and provides power to the CPU.

	3	1
			Pin #	Definition
			1	GND
	4	2	2	GND
	PWR2		3	+12V
			4	+12V

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Front Panel Connector: FP1

This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators.

Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED)

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.

Speaker Connector: SPEAKER

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

S/PDIF Connector: SPDIF_OUT

The connector is used for S/PDIF output.

Chassis Intruder Alarm Connector : 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.

1 2

+ +

HDD-LED - - PWR-LED

RESET-SW PWR-SW

NC EMPTY 9 10

FP1

1 PWR

EMPTY

NC

SPKJ

SPEAKER

1 +5V

EMPTY

SPDIF_OUT GND

SPDIF_OUT

1 INTRUDERJ GND

INTR

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Audio Connector: F_AUDIO

The audio connector supports HD Audio standard. It provides the Front Audio output choice.

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 connector to connect with COM1 connector in the motherboard.

USB 2.0 Connectors: F_USB1/2

These connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification, you can get USB ports by connecting the USB module cable to any of these connectors.

1			2
VCC					VCC
D-					D-
D+					D+
GND					GND
EMPTY					GND
9			10

F_USB1/2

USB 3.0 Connectors: F_USB3.0

This connector complies with the USB 3.0 specification, and is for the additional USB 3.0 ports. You need to install the USB 3.0 driver in the Driver CD before using it.

Serial ATA 3.0 Connectors: SATA_1/2

These connectors are used to connect with

SATA 3.0 Hard Disk drives.

Serial ATA 2.0 Connectors: SATA_3/4

These connectors are used to connect with

SATA 2.0 Hard Disk drives or optical disc devices.

1							2
A_MIC2_L									AUD_GND
A_MIC2_R									PRESENCEJ
A_LINE2_R									SENSE1_RETURN
SENSE_SEND									EMPTY
A_LINE2_L									SENSE2_RETURN
							10
9
F_AUDIO
1							2
RLSD										SIN
SOUT										DTR
GND										DSR
RTS										CTS
RI										EMPTY
9							10

COM1

19			20
NC					USB2.0 D+
USB2.0 D+					USB2.0 D-
USB2.0 D-					GND
GND					USB3.0 SS TX+
USB3.0 SS TX+					USB3.0 SS TX-
USB3.0 SS TX-					GND
GND					USB3.0 SS RX+
USB3.0 SS RX+					USB3.0 SS RX-
USB3.0 SS RX-					VCC
VCC					EMPTY
1			2

USB 3.0

1

1

GND

GND

TX+

TX+

TX-

TX-

GND

GND

RX-

RX-

RX+

RX+

GND

GND

SATA_1/2

SATA_3/4

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LPT Connector: LPT

The connector supports parallel port which can be connected to a printer or a scanner. System usually assign IRQ7 as it’s default interrupt request and the parallel port has three operation mode: [SPP], [EPP], [ECP].

CIR Header: CIR

This connector supports infrared wireless trans­ mitting and receiving device.

15VSB_SYS

EMPTY

CIRRX

CIRTX

GND

CIR

TPM Connector: TPM

The TPM (Trusted Platform Module) provides the ability to the PC to run applications more secure and to make transactions and communication more trustworthy. To utilize this function, you should purchase additional device and install it.

Fan Connectors: CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN1

The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in the BIOS Setup. These fans can be automatically turned off after the system enters S3,

S4 and S5 sleeping states.

1			2
Strobe					Auto Feed
Data it [0]					Error
Data it [1]					INIT
Data it [2]					SLCT IN
Data it [3]					Ground
Data it [4]					Ground
Data it [5]					Ground
Data it [6]					Ground
Data it [7]					Ground
ACK					Ground
Busy					Ground
Paper End					Ground
Select					Empty

25 26

LPT

	LCLK		1 2		GND
	LFRAMEn				EMPTY
	LRESETn				NC_3
	LAD3				LAD2
	VDD				LAD1
	LAD0				GND
	NC_1				NC_4
	NC_2				SERIRQ
	GND				CLKRUNin
	LPCPDn				NC_5
		19 20
			TPM

1 GND

POWER

SENSE CONTROL

CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1

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2-5 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 identified 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.

Jumper	Diagram	Definition	Description
	1	Closed	Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 closed
1		Open	Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 Open
	1
	1	1-2	Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 closed
1		2-3	Set Pin 2 and Pin 3 closed
	1

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 modified.

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 configure new system as described in next chapter.

Clear	1
	2
	3

	Normal	1
		2
	(Default)
		3
	CLR_CMOS

		U	T	I
	A
C

O

N

■Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings.

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

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Intel® ME Jumper: PCH_ME_ENABLE

This motherboard uses this jumper to enable or disable Intel® Management Engine function. Intel® Management Engine (ME) is an embedded microcontroller located in Intel chipset. It provides latest IT management features such as Intel® AMT, that allows to improve management of corporate assets.

Set the jumper to pins 1-2, you can enable the Intel® Management Engine function. Set the jumper to pins 2-3, you can disable the Intel® Management Engine function.

	AU	T	I
C

O

N

	Enable	1
		2
	(Default)
		3
	Disable	1
		2
		3

PCH_ME_ENABLE

Before flashing BIOS ROM, you need to set ME jumper to pins 2-3 first.

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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

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

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

BIOS SETUP

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.

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 or click the menu tag to select a specific function and go to the submenu. Each function is explained below:

Main

It displays the basic system configuration, 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

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

Advanced

The values for the chipset can be changed through this menu, and the system performance can be optimized.

Boot

Boot features can be set up through this menu. You can set the boot device priority 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 find 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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BIOS SETUP

Main

Main

F-center

Advanced

Boot

Power

Health

Security

Save&Exit

System Date	[Wed 08/16/2012]
System Time	[11:01:45]
Access Level	Administrator
Model Name	H77MXV/H77MXV-D
ME Version	8.1.0.1248
BIOS Version	BB4F1D15
Build Date and Time	08/07/2012 09:22:09
Halt On	[All, but keyboard]
CPU Brand Name:
Genuine Intel(R) CPU	@ 3.00GHz
Total Memory	2048 MB (DDR3 1333)
MAC Address	00-00-00-00-00-03

Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Date elements.

→ ←: Select Screen

↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt.

F1: General Help F2: Previous Values

F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Version 2.14.1219. Copyright (C) 2012 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 field. Use [+] or [-] to input the value.

►System Time

This item allows you to configure the desired time. Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to input the value.

The three fields 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 display “User”. If no password is set or you enter system with administrator password, this item will display “Administrator”.

►Model Name

This item shows the model name of this product.

►ME Version

It displays the current ME version.

►BIOS Version

It displays the current BIOS version. User can check this information and discuss with the field service people if a BIOS upgrade is needed.

►Build Date and Time

This item shows the BIOS building date and time.

►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.

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[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.

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