Foxconn Z75M-S User Manual

Z75M-S 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 Z75M-S

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/2012

Printed Name: James Liang

Declaration of conformity

Trade Name: FOXCONN

Model Name: Z75M-S

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: 2012

Installation Precautions

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CAUTIO

■ 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.

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 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 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.

Technical Support

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Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Thank you for buying Foxconn Z75M-S 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 Specications

■ Layout

■ Back Panel Connectors

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

1-1 Product Specications

CPU Support Intel® Ivy Bridge/Sandy Bridge LGA 1155 Processors

Max processor power up to 95W

For the latest CPU information, please visit:

http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx

Chipset

Memory

Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express X16 slot

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

LAN

Audio Realtek ALC887-VD2 Audio chip:

USB - Support up to 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 rear panel ports, 2 onboard USB

Onboard Button and LED

Intel® Z75

4 x 240 pin DDR3 DIMMs

Support up to 32GB of system memory

Dual channel DDR3 2133(oc*)/ 1866(oc*) /1600(oc*) /1333 MHz architecture

(oc*) = overclocking

- 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

1 x PCI slot

- 2 x SATA 3.0 connectors (6Gb/s data transfer rate)

- 1 x mSATA

Realtek RTL8111F Gigabit LAN chip

Support 10/100/1000Mbps

- High Denition Audio

- 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

- Support Jack-Sensing function

headers supporting 4 extra ports)

- Support up to 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 rear panel ports, 1 onboard USB

headers supporting 2 extra ports)

- Support USB 2.0 protocol up to 480Mb/s

- Support USB 3.0 protocol up to 5Gb/s (USB 3.0 speed only supported

by Win7 and Win8, WinXP only support USB 2.0 speed)

Power On/Off

Reset button/Debug LED

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Internal Connectors

Back Panel Connectors

Hardware Monitor System voltage detection

Green Function Support ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Interface)

Bundled Software

Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows® 8/7/XP

Form Factor

1 x 24-pin ATX power connector

1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

3 x SATA 2.0 connectors

2 x SATA 3.0 connectors

1 x mSATA connector

2 x USB 2.0 headers (supporting 4 x USB devices)

1 x USB 3.0 header (supporting 2 x USB devices)

1 x CPU FAN header

1 x

System FAN header (4-pin)

1 x

System FAN header (3-pin)

1 x Front panel header

1 x Front audio header

1 x Speaker header (Buzzer Reserved)

1 x Clear CMOS header

1 x TPM header

1 x CIR1 header (Only support under Win7 and Win8)

1 x INTR header

1 x SPDIF_OUT header

1 x COM1 header

1 x PS/2 Keyboard port

1 x RJ-45 LAN port

1 x DVI-D port

1 x VGA port

1 x HDMI port

4 x USB 2.0 ports

2 x USB 3.0 ports

6 x Audio ports

CPU/System temperature detection

CPU/System fan speed detection

CPU overheating warning

CPU/System fan speed control

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

mATX Form Factor, 9.6 inches x 9.6 inches ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

1-2 Layout

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13

14

15

10

11

17

4

19

20

3

21

5

18

6

7 8 9

16

2

22

1

26

25 24

23

1. 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector

2. 4-pin SYS_FAN1 Header

3. PCI Express x16 Slot

4. PCI Express x1 Slots

5. PCI Slots

6. Front Audio Header

7. SPDIF_OUT Header

8. 3-pin SYS_FAN1 Header

9. Speaker Header

10. TPM Header

11. mSATA

12. Front USB Connectors

13. SATA Connector

Note: The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the

physical motherboard for detail.

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14. Reset button

15. Power On/Off button

16. Front Panel Header

17. CIR1 Header

18. COM1 Header

19. INTR Header

20. Debug LED

21. Clear CMOS Header

22. 24-Pin ATX Power Connector

23. DDR3 DIMM Slots

24. CPU_FAN Header

25. Chipset: Intel® Z75

26. LGA1155 CPU Socket

1-3 Back Panel Connectors

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

PS/2 Keyboard Port

1

VGA Port

DVI-D Port HDMI Port

2

4

3

USB 2.0 Ports

5

USB 3.0 Ports

LAN Port

7

6 8

Audio Ports

Line Out

Line In

Rear Speaker

Subwoofer

Side Speaker

Microphone In

1. PS/2 Keyboard Port

Use the port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

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

3. USB 2.0 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.

4. DVI_D Port

The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specication. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port.

5. HDMI Port The HDMI (High-Denition 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 3.0 Ports The USB port supports the USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such

as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc. You need to install the USB

3.0 driver in the Driver CD before using it.

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

7. RJ-45 LAN Port

The Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10/100/1000Mb/s data rate.

LAN Type

100M

Left: Active Right: Link

Status Description Status Description

Off No Link Off No Link

Green Blinking

Data Activity

Orange 10/100Mb/s

Connection

Active Link LED LED

Off No Link Off No Link

1000M

Green Blinking

Data Activity

Off 10Mb/s Connection

Green 100Mb/s Connection

Orange 1000Mb/s Connection

8. Audio Ports

For the denition of each audio port, please refer to the table below:

8-channel Audio ports

Port 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel

Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In

Green Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Microphone In Microphone In Microphone In Microphone In

Orange - - Center/Subwoofer Out Center/Subwoofer Out

Black - Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Grey - - Side Speaker Out Side Speaker Out

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: 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 or 2/4/5/7.1 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

■ Clear CMOS

■ OnBoard Button

■ OnBoard Debug LED

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 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 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

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.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

1. Release the CPU socket lever.

3. Remove protective socket cover.

2. Lift the metal cover on the CPU socket.

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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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Install the CPU Cooler

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

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

3. Check the solder side of the motherboard, the push pin should

be xed as depicted in the picture.

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1

2

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.

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.

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Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease may adhere to the CPU. Incorrectly removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

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 rst 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 Conguration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in your system.

Four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels:

Channel 0: DIMM1, DIMM2

Channel 1: DIMM3, DIMM4

The combinations of DIMM modules are:

DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4

Single Channel DS/SS - - -

Single Channel DS/SS DS/SS - -

Single Channel - - DS/SS -

Single Channel - - DS/SS DS/SS

Dual Channel DS/SS - DS/SS -

Dual Channel - DS/SS - DS/SS

Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

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

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

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 t in one direction. Follow the steps below to

correctly install your memory modules into the sockets.

144-Pin

Notch

96-Pin

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.

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Step 2:

The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

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.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

PCI Express x16

PCI Express x1

PCI

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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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

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 # 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

24 13

12

PWR1

1

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V

12 3.3V 24 GND

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.

4-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector: PWR2

20-Pin Power

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

3 1

Pin # Denition

+12V

GND

4 2

PWR2

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

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Audio Header: F_AUDIO

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

SPDIF Header: SPDIF_OUT

The connector is used for SPDIF output.

A_MIC2_L A_MIC2_R

A_LINE2_R

SENSE_SEND

A_LINE2_L

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2

1

AUD_GND

PRESENCEJ SENSE1_RETURN EMPTY

SENSE2_RETURN

109

F_AUDIO

+5V

EMPTY

SPDIF_OUT

GND

1

2

3

4

SPDIF_OUT

Speaker Header: SPEAKER

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

NC

1

2

3

4

PWR

EMPTY

SPKJ

SPEAKER

Fan Header: CPU_FAN, FAN1, SYS_FAN1

There are three main fan headers on this motherboard. The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in “Health” section of the BIOS Setup. These fans can be automatically turned off after the system

enter S3, S4 and S5 sleeping states.

1

FAN1

1

GND

+12V

NC

CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1

GND POWER SENSE CONTROL

Serial ATA 2.0 Connectors: SATA2/3/4

These connectors are used to connect with SATA

2.0 Hard Disk drives or optical disc devices.

Serial ATA 3.0 Connectors: SATA0/1

These connectors are used to connect with SATA

3.0 Hard Disk drives.

SATA2/3/4

1 GND TX+ TXGND RXRX+ GND

SATA0/1

1 GND TX+ TXGND RXRX+ GND

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

TPM Header: 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 an additional device and install it.

USB 2.0 Connectors: F_USB1/2

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

F_USB2 support USB Charger function, for detailed

information, please refer to the USB Charger Introduction in the Appendix.

LCLK

LFRAMEn

LRESETn

LAD3

VDD

LAD0

NC_1

3D3V-DUAL

GND

LPCPDn

1 2

19 20

TPM

GND EMPTY NC_3

LAD2

LAD1 GND

NC_4

SERIRQ

CLKRUNin

NC_5

VCC

GND

EMPTY

D-

D+

12

109

F_USB1

VCC DD+ GND NC

VCC

GND

EMPTY

D-

D+

12

109

F_USB2

VCC DD+ GND NC

USB 3.0 Connector: USB 3.0

This connector complies with the USB 3.0 specication, and is for the additional USB 3.0 ports.

USB3.0 SS TX+

USB3.0 SS TX-

USB3.0 SS RX+ USB3.0 SS RX-

Front Panel Header: 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.

USB2.0 D+

USB2.0 D-

GND

VCC

19 20

NC

USB2.0 D+ USB2.0 D-

GND

USB3.0 SS TX+ USB3.0 SS TX-

GND

USB3.0 SS RX+ USB3.0 SS RX-

VCC EMPTY

1 2

USB 3.0

1

2

+

HDD-LED

RESET-SW

NC

PWR-LED

-

PWR-SW

EMPTY

10

9

FP1

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.

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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.

mSATA Connector: mSATA

The connector is used to connect mSATA device.

IrDA Header: CIR1

This connector supports infrared wireless transmitting and receiving devices. (Win7 & Win8 only)

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

1 2

9 10

CIR1

+5VSB CIRRX GND CIRTX

EMPTY

COM Header: COM1

+5V

EMPTY

NC

GND NC

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.

Chassis Intruder 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.

RLSD

SOUT

GND

RTS

12

SIN DTR DSR

109

COM1

CTS EMPTY

INTRUDERJ

1

GND

RI

INTR

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2-5 Jumpers

For some features, 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 identied 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 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 a jumper cap is recommended. It can prevent

hazardous ESD (Electrical Static Discharge) problems.

Jumper Diagram Denition Description

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.). Clearing CMOS data is the fastest way to go

back to factory default when the BIOS settings were mistakenly modied.

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 congure the new system as described in the next chapter.

Closed Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 closed

Open Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 open

1-2 Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 closed

2-3 Set Pin 2 and Pin 3 closed

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1

Clear

Normal (Default)

2

3

1

2

3

CLR_CMOS

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CAUTIO

■ Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings.

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

2-6 OnBoard Button

Power on Button: PWR_ON

Push the power on button to power on the system.

Reset Button: RST

Push the reset button to reboot the system.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

PWR_ON

RST

2-7 OnBoard Debug LED

2-digital LED readout displays hardware status

and enables quick error diagnosis.

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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

■ Advanced

■ OC Plus

■ Boot

■ 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 to select a specic function and go to the submenu. Each function is explained below:

Main

It displays the basic system conguration, such as CPU Name, memory size, system date, time

and so on. They all can be viewed or set up through this menu.

Advanced

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

OC Plus

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 here.

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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BIOS SETUP

Main

Main Advanced

BIOS Information BIOS Vendor American Megatrends Build Date 11/28/2012 16:33:57 Embedded Controller Version 12.F1.10 System BIOS Version B82F1D01 ME Firmware Version 8.1.2.1318 IGFX BIOS Version 2143 Model Name Z75M-S

CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 3.00GHz Processor Type IvyBridge

Processor Speed 3000 MHz Microcode Revision 4 Processor Cores 4

Memory Information Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3 1333)

System Date [Wed 11/29/2012] System Time [11:07:45]

Access Level Administrator

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Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Data 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

► BIOS Information

It displays the current BIOS information. User can check this information and discuss with the

eld service people if a BIOS upgrade is needed.

► CPU Information

It displays the current CPU information.

► Memory Information

This item displays the total memory size. The size is depending on how many memory modules are installed in your system before powering on.

► 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 congure 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 the system with a user password, it will dispaly “User”. If no password is set or you enter the system with the administrator password, this item will display “Administrator”.

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Advanced

BIOS SETUP

Main

▶ Network Stack

▶ Onboard Device Configuration ▶ Chipset Configuration ▶ ACPI Configuration ▶ SATA Configuration ▶ USB Configuration ▶ Trusted Computing

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Network Stack Settings

→ ←: 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

► Network Stack/Onboard Device Conguration/Chipset Conguration/ACPI Conguration/

SATA Conguration/USB Conguration/Trusted Computing

Press <Enter> to go to its submenu.

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BIOS SETUP

Network Stack

Main

Network Stack [Disabled]

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Enable/Disable UEFI

network stack

→ ←: 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

► Network Stack This item is used to enable/disable UEFI network stack.

The UEFI (Unied Extensible Firmware Interface) Network Stack implements the TCP/IP

network interfaces such as SNP, MNP,ARP, IP, UDP, DHCP, MTFTP, and TCP.

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Onboard Device Conguration

BIOS SETUP

Main

Onboard Device Controller

LAN Controller [Enabled]

Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] Serial Port [Enabled] Change Serial Port Settings [Auto] CIR Controller [Enabled] Change CIR Port Settings [Auto]

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Enable or Disable onboard

NIC.

→ ←: 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

► LAN Controller

This item is used to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller.

► Azalia HD Audio

This item is used to enable or disable the Azalia HD Audio Controller.

► Serial Port

This item is used to enable or disable serial port (COM1).

► Change Serial Port Setting

This item is used to select an optimal setting for super IO device.

► CIR Controller

This item is used to Enable or Disable CIR Controller.

► Change CIR Port Settings

This item is used to select an optimal setting for super IO device.

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Chipset Conguration

Main

Chipset Configuration

Primary Display [Auto]

Integrated Graphics [Auto] Aperture Size [256MB] GTT Size [2MB] ME Flash Write Protected [Enabled]

▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology

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Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI Graphics device should be Primary Display Or select SG for Switchable Gfx.

→ ←: 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

► Primary Display

This item is used to select which graphics controller is used as the primary boot device. ► Integrated Graphics

This item allows you to determine whether to allocate memory for the integrated graphics controller from the system memory.

► Aperture Size

This item is used to select the aperture size.

► GTT Size

This item is used to select the GTT size.

► ME Flash Write Protected

This item is used to enable or disable the ME ash write protected control.

► Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology

This item is used to enable or disable the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology.

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ACPI Conguration

BIOS SETUP

Main

ACPI Configuration

ACPI Sleep State [S3]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Deep Sleep Mode [Enabled] Resume by RTC [Disabled] Wake on USB Device [Enabled] Wake on PCI/PCIe device [Enabled] Wake on PS/2 KB from S1 and S3 [Enabled]

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Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Select ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is

pressed.

→ ←: 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

► ACPI Sleep State

This item is used to set the energy saving mode of the ACPI function. When you select “S1(POS)” mode, the power is always on and computer can be resumed at any time. When you select “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.When you select “Auto”, it means OS will automatically take care and assign which mode is the most suitable now.

► Restore on AC Power Loss

This item is used to set which state the PC will take with when it resumes after an AC power loss.

► Deep Sleep Mode

This item is used to enable or disable the deep sleep mode. Disabling this function will reducing system power consumption when computer go into power off state.

► Resume by RTC

This item is used to enable or disable System wake on alarm event. When enabled, System

will wake on the day hr::min::sec specied. When you set ‘Deep Sleep Mode’ to [Enabled]

and set this item to [Enabled], only S1/S3 state can be wake up. RTC is system real time clock.

► Wake on USB Device

This item is used to control the wake on USB device function from S1/S3/S4 State. When you set ‘Deep Sleep Mode’ to [Enabled] and set this item to [Enabled], only S1/S3 state can

be wake up.

► Wake on PCI/PCIe Device

This item is used to control the wake on PCI/PCIe device from S3/S4/S5/G3 function and S1 not support wake. When you set ‘Deep Sleep Mode’ to [Enabled] and set this item to

[Enabled], only S3 state can be wake up.

► Wake on PS/2 KB from S1 and S3

This item is used to enable or disable PS2 key board wake up from S1 and S3 state.

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BIOS SETUP

SATA Conguration

Main

SATA Configuration

SATA Controller(s) [Enabled]

SATA Mode Selection [IDE]

Serial ATA Port 0 Not Present Serial ATA Port 1 Not Present Serial ATA Port 2 Not Present Serial ATA Port 3 Not Present Serial ATA Port 4 Not Present Serial ATA Port 5 (MSATA) Not Present

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Enable or Disable SATA

Device.

→ ←: 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

► SATA Controller(s)

This item is used to enable or disable the onboard SATA controller. ► SATA Mode Selection

This item is used to set the operating mode of your SATA ports.

[IDE] - This congures the SATA ports to support native IDE mode. [AHCI] - The Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) specication describes the register level interface for a Host Controller for Serial ATA. The specication includes a description of

the hardware/software interface between system software and the host controller hardware. AHCI provides more advanced features including SATA features, but some SATA drives may not support AHCI, unless they are labeled with AHCI support in its specication. If your motherboard supporting AHCI, and you have a SATA device, which also supports AHCI, then you can select IDE option to have fair performance (only PATA, SATA level), or you can select AHCI to get its best performance. [RAID] - When you enable RAID, it means all your SATA drives must also support AHCI.

► Aggressive LPM Support (Appears when “SATA Mode” is set to [AHCI])

The SATA controller supports auto-generating link requests to the partial or slumber states when there are no commands to process. This item is used to enable or disable this function. When enabled, the SATA controller will aggressively enter a lower link power state (partial or

slumber) based upon the setting of the ASP bit (bit 27).

► Serial ATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5

This item shows the SATA device information connected to Port 0/1/2/3/4/5.

► Hot Plug (Appears when “SATA Mode” is set to [RAID]/[AHCI)

The hot plug function allows for device detection without power being applied and ability to

connect and disconnect devices without prior notication to the system. This item is used to

enable or disable hot plug function for SATA hard disks when in RAID/AHCI mode.

► External SATA (Appears when “SATA Mode” is set to [AHCI])

This item is used to allow an outside the box connection of up to 2 meters (when using the cable dened in SATA-IO) or not.

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BIOS SETUP

► Spin up Device(Appears when “SATA Mode” is set to [AHCI])

This item is used to select if the SATA controller supports staggered spin-up on its ports, for use in balancing power spikes. This value is loaded by platform BIOS prior to OS initialization.

USB Conguration

Main

USB Configuration

USB Devices Support [Enabled]

USB 3.0 Devices Support [Enabled]

Legacy USB Configuration

Legacy USB Support [Enabled]

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Enable/Disable ALL USB Devices

→ ←: 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

► USB Devices Support

This item is used to enable or disable all USB Devices.

► USB 3.0 Devices Support

This item is used to enable or disable all USB 3.0 Devices.

► 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 enabled. [Enabled]: This option will enable the legacy USB support. [Disabled]: This option will keep USB devices available only for EFI applications. [Auto]: This option will disable the legacy support if no USB devices are connected.

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BIOS SETUP

Trusted Computing

Main

Configuration TPM Support [Disabled]

Current Status Information No Security Device Found

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Enables or Disables BIOS support for security devices. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available.

→ ←: 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

► TPM Suport

This item is used to enable/disable the function of TPM support. TPM (Trusted Platform Mod-

ule) is a specication promoted by TCG. A Trusted Platform Module offers facilities for secure

generation of cryptographic keys. The TPM Work Group is chartered to create the Trusted

Platform Module (TPM) specication. The denition of the TPM architecture comes from the TC and the TPM Work Group denes the implementation of that architecture. Work group

members should have a working knowledge of security in relation to the design and usage of cryptographic modules. Members should also have a working knowledge of cryptographic techniques including public-key cryptography, cryptographic algorithms and protocols.

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OC plus

BIOS SETUP

Main

OC Plus

CPU Bclock Override (1/100 MHz) 1000

▶ CPU Configuration ▶ Memory Configuration ▶ Voltage Configuration ▶ Hardware Monitor

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Set the CPU Bclock (FSB) Override setting.

→ ←: 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

► CPU Bclock Override (1/100 MHz)

This item is used to set the CPU Bclock(FSB) override setting.

► CPU Conguration/Memory Conguration/Voltage Conguration/Hardware Monitor

Press <Enter> to go to relative submenu.

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BIOS SETUP

CPU Conguration

Main

CPU Configuration

▶ CPU Information

Active Processor Cores [All] VID Override for Max Turbo Ratio 0 IA Core Current Max(1/8 Amp) 896 iGFX Core Current Max(1/8 Amp) 400 Graphics Voltage(1/256) 0 Graphics Core Ratio Limit 21 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Turbo Mode [Enabled] Power Limit 1 Value (1/8 Watt) 616 Power Limit 2 Value (1/8 Watt) 770 1 Core Ratio Limit 32 2 Core Ratio Limit 32 3 Core Ratio Limit 31 4 Core Ratio Limit 30

Non Turbo Ratio Override 30

Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] Execute Disabled Bit [Enabled] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Specific CPU Information

→ ←: 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

► CPU Information

Press “Enter” to view all the related CPU information.

► Active Processor Cores

This item is used to select the number of cores to enable in each processor package.

► VID Override for Max Turbo Ratio

This item is used to set VID override for max Turbo Ratio in 1/256 volts.

► IA Core Current Max(1/8 Amp)

This item is used to set IA Core current max value for factory long duration power limit. Default value is from CPU MSR.

► iGFX Core Current Max(1/8 Amp)

This item is used to set iGFX Core current max value for factory long duration power limit.

► Graphics Voltage(1/256)

This item is used to set the graphics voltage.

► Graphics Core Ratio Limit

This item is used to set the graphics core ratio limit.

► Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technolog

You can enable/disable the EIST (Processor Power Management, PPM) through this item.

N

CAUTIO

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® technology (EIST) allows the system to dynamically adjust processor voltage and core frequency, which can result in decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production. There are some system requirements must be met, including CPU, chipset, motherboard, BIOS and operation system. Please refer to Intel Website for more information.

► Turbo Mode

You can enable/disable the Turbo mode.

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► Power Limit 1 Value (1/8 Watt)

When the “Turbo Mode” is enabled, this item is used to set the power limit 1 value. You can change the number by pressing “+/-” keys or input the number you want directly.

► Power Limit 2 Value (1/8 Watt)

When the “Turbo Mode” is enabled, this item is used to set the power limit 2 value. Default

value is get from CPU MSR. you can change the number by pressing “+/-” keys or input the number you want directly.

► 1 Core/2 Core/3 Core/4 Core Ratio Limit

When the “Turbo Mode” is enabled, this limit is for 1/2/3/4 core active. 0 means using the factory-congured value.

► Limit CPUID Maximum

This item is used to enable or disable CPUID maximum value limit conguration. It should be

[Disabled] for WinXP.

► Execute Disabled 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 overow 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.

► Intel Virtualization Technology (Appears only when CPU supports)

Virtualization (i.e. Intel® Vanderpool Technology) allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions or “containers.” One physical compute system can function as multiple “virtual” systems. Vanderpool Technology can help improve future virtualization solutions. This item will be displayed only when the CPU is supporting this feature and the setting is used to enable/disable it.

► Hardware Prefetcher

The processor has a hardware prefetcher that automatically analyzes its requirements and

prefetches data and instructions from the memory into the Level 2 cache that are likely to be

required in the near future. This reduces the latency associated with memory reads. When enabled, the processor’s hardware prefetcher will be enabled and allowed to automatically prefetch data and code for the processor. When disabled, the processor’s hardware prefetcher will be disabled.

► Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Appears only when CPU supports)

The processor has a hardware adjacent cache line prefetch mechanism that automatically

fetches an extra 64-byte cache line whenever the processor requests for a 64-byte cache

line. This reduces cache latency by making the next cache line immediately available if the processor requires it as well. When enabled, the processor will retrieve the currently requested cache line, as well as the subsequent cache line. When disabled, the processor will only retrieve the currently requested cache line.

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BIOS SETUP

Memory Conguration

Main

Memory Configuration

Memory Information Memory DIMM1 Not Present Memory DIMM2 Not Present Memory DIMM3 Not Present Memory DIMM4 2048 MB (DDR3 1333) Total Memory Size 2048 MB (DDR3 1333)

Performance Memory Profiles [Automatic]

XMP Profiles 1 Not Supported XMP Profiles 2 Not Supported

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Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

The selection of Performance Memory Profiles which impacts memory sizing behavior.

→ ←: 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

► Performance Memory Proles

This item is used to select Performance memory prole. Options: [Automatic], [Manual], [XMP Prole 1], [XMP Prole 2]. [Automatic]- Conguration database of using performance memory prole. [Manual]- Conguration database of using performance memory prole. The next submenu

will apear when select this item.

[XMP Prole 1]-Conguration database of using XMP timing prole 1. [XMP Prole 2]- Conguration database of using XMP timing prole 1.

The following items appear only when the option is set to “Manual”. ► Memory Clock Multiplier

This item is used to set the memory clock multiplier.

► Memory Multiplier

This item is used to set the memory multiplier ratio.

► CAS# Latency(tCL)

This item dispalys the CAS Latency time. The CAS Latency is the number of clock cycles that elapse from the time the request for data is sent to the actual memory location until the data is transmitted from the module.

► Row Precharge Time(tRP)

This item dispalys the DRAM RAS precharge time (in clock cycles).

► RAS# to CAS# Delay(tRCD)

This item dispalys the delay time (in clock cycles) between the CAS and RAS strobe signals.

► RAS# Active Time(tRAS)

This item dispalys the precharge delay time (in clock cycles).

► Write Recovery Time(tWR)

This item allows you to select the write recovery time (in clock cycles).

► Row Refresh Cycle Time(tRFC)

This item allows you to select the minimum refresh recovery time (in clock cycles).

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► Write to Read Delay (tWTR)

This item allows you to set minimum Write-to-read delay (in clock cycles).

► Active to Active Delay (tRRD)

This item allows you to set Active to Active Delay (in clock cycles).

► Read CAS# Precharege(tRTP)

This item is used to set the read CAS to precharge time (in clock cycles).

►Four Active Window Delay(tFAW)

This item is used to set the four active window delay time (in clock cycles).

Voltage Conguration

BIOS SETUP

Main

Voltage Configuration

DRAM Voltage [Default]

CPU VSA Voltage [Default] PCH Core Voltage [Default] CPU VTT (Uncore) Voltage [Default] CPU VCore Voltage offset [Default]

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Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

The minimum available for adjustment is 1.307V. The maximum available for adjustment is 2.006V. The default voltage is

1.553V. Adjusting the voltage beyond the memories default voltage could result in damage to memory controller.

→ ←: 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

► DRAM Voltage

This item is used to set the DRAM voltage. The maximum available for adjustment is 1.307V.

Adjusting the voltage beyond the memories default voltage could result in damage to

memory controller.

► CPU VSA Voltage

This item is used to set the CPU VSA voltage.

► PCH Core Voltage

This item is used to set the PCH Core voltage.

► CPU VTT (Uncore) Voltage

This item is used to select the CPU VTT (Uncore) voltage. [Default] means the voltage is according to your CPU model. ► CPU VCore Voltage Offset

This item is used to set the CPU VCore power Voltage offset.

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Hardware Monitor

Main

Hardware Monitor

Case Intrustion Alert [Disabled]

CPU FAN Mode [Automatic Mode] FAN Off Temp Limit 20 FAN Start Temp Limit 25 FAN Start PWM 26 PWM Slope Setting [0.5 PWM]

CPU Temperature : +55 C CPU FAN Speed : 663 RPM

System FAN Mode [Automatic Mode] FAN Off Temp Limit 20 FAN Start Temp Limit 25 FAN Start PWM 26 PWM Slope Setting [0.5 PWM]

System Temperature : +41 C System FAN Speed : N/A

▶ Hardware Voltage Monitor

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Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

Enables a warning message once the case intrusion alert has been triggered

→ ←: 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

► Case Intrustion Alert

This item is used to enable or disable case open warning function.

► CPU FAN Mode / System FAN Mode

These item are used to select the mode of CPU FAN / System FAN. The default option is: [Automatoc Mode].

► FAN off Temp Limit

It allows you set a temperature value from which smart fan stop its operation.

► FAN Start Temp Limit

It allows you set a temperature value from which smart fan starts its operation.

► FAN Start PWM

It allows you to set an initial PWM value to drive the fan when the temperature reaches Start value and smart fan begins its operation. The higher PWM value can achieve the faster fan speed.

► PWM Slope Setting

It controls the PWM value being stepped up or down versus temperature changes.

► CPU Temperature

These items show the current CPU temperature detected automatically by the system.

► CPU FAN Speed

This item shows the current CPU FAN speed detected automatically by the system.

► System Temperature

These items show the current System temperature detected automatically by the system.

► System FAN Speed

This item shows the current System FAN speed detected automatically by the system. ► Hardware Voltage Monitor Press <Enter> to go to relative submenu.

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Hardware Voltage Monitor

BIOS SETUP

Main

Hardware Voltage Monitor

CPU VCore Voltage +0.89 V CPU VTT (Uncore) Voltage +1.08 V DDR3 Memory Voltage +1.57 V PCH Voltage +1.09 V Battery 3V Voltage +3.42 V PSU Stand By 3.3V Rail +3.34 V PSU 3.3V Rail +3.35 V

OC plus

Advanced

Security

Boot

Save&Exit

→ ←: 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

► CPU VCore Voltage

This item shows the Current CPU Vcore voltage detected automatically by the system. ► CPU VTT (Uncore) Voltage

This item is used to select the CPU VTT (Uncore) voltage. [Default] means the voltage is according to your CPU model.

►DDR3 Memory Voltage

This item shows the Current DDR3 Memory Voltage.

►PCH Voltage

This item shows the Current PCH Voltage.

►Battery 3V Voltage

This item shows the Current Battery 3V Voltage.

►PSU Stand By 3.3V Rail

This item shows the Current PSU Stand By 3.3V Rail Voltage.

►PSU 3.3V Rail

This item shows the Current PSU 3.3V Rail Voltage.

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Boot

Main OC plusAdvanced

Boot Configuration

Bootup Numlock State [On]

Quiet Boot [Enabled] Fast Boot [Disabled] UEFI Boot [Enabled]

Set Boot Priority

1st Boot [Hard Disk] 2nd Boot [CD/DVD] 3rd Boot [USB Flash:...] 4th Boot [USB Floppy] 5th Boot [USB CD/DVD] 6th Boot [USB Hard Disk] 7th Boot [Network] 8th Boot [UEFI:...]

▶ CSM parameters

▶ USB Flash Drive BBS Priorities ▶ UEFI Boot Drive BBS Prioriies

SecurityBoot Save&Exit

Select the keyboard NumLock state

→ ←: 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

► 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.

► Fast Boot

This item is used to enable or disable boot with initialization of a minimal set of devices

required to launch active boot option. This is no effect for BBS boot options.

► UEFI Boot

This item is used to enable/disable device UEFI boot support.

► Set Boot Priority

These items are used to set the system boot order.

► CSM parameters

Press <Enter> to go to relative submenu.

► Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities / CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities/USB Floppy Drive

BBS Priorities / USB CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities / USB HardDisk Drive BBS

Priorities / USB KEY Drive BBS Priorities / NETWORK Device BBS Priorities / UEFI Boot

Drive BBS Priorities This items appear only when the devices are available. Use this items to specify the boot device priority sequence of the detected devices.

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CSM parameters

BIOS SETUP

Main OC plusAdvanced

Launch CSM [Always]

Boot option filter [UEFI and Legacy] Onboard LAN PXE OpROM [Do not launch] Launch Storage OpROM policy [Legacy only] Launch Video OpROM policy [Legacy only]

Other PCI device ROM priority [UEFI OpROM]

SecurityBoot Save&Exit

This option controls if CSM will be launched

→ ←: 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

► Launch CSM

This item controls if CSM will be launched.

► Boot option filter

This item controls what devices system can boot to.

► Onboard LAN PXE OpROM

This item controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE OpROM.

► Launch Storage OpROM policy

This item controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Storage OpROM.

► Launch Video OpROM policy

This item controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Video OpROM.

► Other PCI device ROM priority

This item is used to specify PCI device ROM priority.

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BIOS SETUP

Security

Main

Password Description

The password must be in the following range: Minimum length 4 Maximum length 20

Administrator Password

▶ Secure Boot menu

OC plus

Advanced

Boot

Security

Save&Exit

Customizable Secure Boot settings

→ ←: 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

► Administrator Password

This item is used to install or change administrator password. After you input administrator password, it then will ask you to

conrm the password. ► User Password

This item is used to install or change user password. Only when there exists a Administrator password, then this setting can be activated.

► Secure Boot Menu

Press <Enter> to go to relative submenu.

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Secure Boot

BIOS SETUP

Main

Platform Mode Secure Boot Disabled

Secure Boot Control [Enabled]

Secure Boot Mode [Standard]

▶ Image Execution Policy ▶ Key Management

OC plus

Advanced

Boot

Security

Save&Exit

Secure Boot flow control. Secure Boot can be enabled only when Platform Key (PK) is enrolled and Platform is operating in User mode

→ ←: 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

► Secure Boot

This item is used to enable or disable Secure Boot control. Secure Boot is possible only if

system runs in User Mode.

► Secure Boot Control

This item is used to enable or disable Secure Boot control. Secure Boot is possible only if

system runs in User Mode.

► Secure Boot Mode

This item is used to select Secure Boot Mode. The detailed parameter submenus will appear when you select “Custom” Mode.

► Image Execution Policy

This item is used to manage the image execution policy.

► Key Management

This item allows the secure boot variable to be modified manually.

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BIOS SETUP

Save & Exit

Main

Save Changes and Exit

Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset

Boot Override

Foxconn MS USB2.0 Reade9144 Foxconn CF USB2.0 Reade9144 Foxconn SM USB2.0 Reade9144 Foxconn SD USB2.0 Reade9144 UEFI: Foxconn MS USB2.0 Reade9144

OC plusAdvanced

Boot

Security Save&Exit

saving changes.

Exit system setup after

→ ←: 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

► Save Changes and Exit

If you select this option and press <Enter>, a message will be displayed in the screen. Select [Yes] to save your changes and exit, select [No] or <ESC> to return to the main menu. ► Discard Changes and Exit

If you select this option and press <Enter>, a message will be displayed in the screen. Select

[Yes] to exit setup utility without saving your modications, select [No] or <ESC> to return to

the main menu. ► 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. ► 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 modications, select

[No] or <ESC> to return to the main menu.

► Boot Override

BIOS auto detects 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.

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Chapter 4 CD Instruction

The utility CD that comes 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

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4-1 Install driver and utility

This motherboard comes with one DVD, after installing the Operating System, you can simply put it into your DVD-ROM drive, and the main menu will be displayed on your PC screen to guide you how to install.

1. Driver

Use these options to install all the drivers for your system. You must click "Intel Chipset Driver"

to install it rst. After that, you can click ”One Click Setup” and then choose the items you want

to install, or you can click on each individual driver to install it manually.

Manual Installation

Step by Step

Automatic Installa-

tion by One Click

Drop to System Tray

Exit the program

Visit Foxconn's Website

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Show Utilities Show Drivers Browse CD

View the User’s Manual

Choose the items you

want to Install

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2. Utility

Use these options to install additional software programs. And click “User’s manual” button to view the product manual.

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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4-2 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.

Supporting Operating Systems:

■ Windows 8 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows XP (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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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.

1. Main Page

Show CPU Information

Monitor Frequency/Voltage/Fan speed/Temperature value

Toolbar

Use the toolbar to navigate to other pages.

Toolbar

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Alert Lamp

Switch Button

Skin Button

Exit

Minimum

Conguration

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

Skin Button

There are more choices of FOX ONE screen panels. Click this button, you can select your favorite skin (FOX ONE Panel).

Click here to go back to FOX ONE full screen

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Click the new skin picture to select the new skin

Apply 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

Conguration

1). Monitor interval (ms) :

This is to dene the interval of different messages of system settings which are to be displayed

on Simple Mode screen. Minimum value is 1 second.

Cancel the changes

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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 Mode.

3). F.I.S. Calibration (FOX Intelligent Stepping, Optional) This function will re-calibrate the CPU's loading, and it may take several minutes to proceed. The FOX ONE calibration process will apply different loadings to your CPU, record PWM IC

voltage together with the CPU clock running at these loadings, so it can dene and estimate

within a particular range of system loading, what the CPU clock should be.

Step 1: Click Calibration icon, a message pops out to ask for continue. Select Yes.

Step 2: After data is collected, it will ask you to restart your computer.

Later, when the FOX ONE program is activated, and F.I.S. feature (in CPU Page) is also enabled, FOX ONE will automatically adjust your CPU clock according to your system loadings. (Loadings are like Power Gaming, Data Mining...etc.)

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2. CPU Page - CPU Control

This page lets you select (or overclock) CPU clock to meet the current performance level of the system. The fastest and suitable CPU clock running for current system can be calculated by FOX ONE automatically or manually input by yourselves.

Manual:

You can press the up/down button to adjust your CPU clock.

Auto:

Click this button to let FOX ONE check the highest CPU clock you can use. System will raise the CPU clock step by step until it hangs, you can then push the RESET button on your PC panel to restart the system. When system restarts, run FOX ONE again, it will display a recommended highest CPU clock for you, click <Yes> to apply it.

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Go to CPU page

Reset the changes

Adjust by manual

FIS Features: Select the different benchmarks

Press Auto button to let FOX ONE check the highest CPU clock you can use.

Apply the changes

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A message informs you to push RESET button later if

the system hangs nally.

Click Yes to continue.

You can see the system is raising CPU clock until the system hangs. Push RESET button on the front panel of your system to restart the computer.

Run FOX ONE program again, it will inform you the previous

test found that 255MHz is the

recommended CPU clock for your system. Click Yes to apply it to your system.

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Now, your system is running at

a CPU clock of 255MHz.

FOX Intelligent Stepping (F.I.S., Optional)

Select FOX Intelligent Stepping will allow your system to automatically adjust your

CPU clock rate based on different system loadings. For example, if you select Power

Gaming, CPU clock will be driven to run at its maximum speed. While in Energy

Saving, CPU will lower down its speed to a minimum. The four benchmarks - Power

Gaming, Data Mining, Ofce and Energy Saving, the references of their system

loading were calculated and dened in the FIS Calibration option of Conguration

menu. Select Auto, CPU will automatically adjust its clock according to current

system loading.

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3. Frequency Page - Frequency Control (Optional)

This page lets you set memory and PCI Express frequencies by manual.

Go to Freq. page

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Close this page

Select the option you want to set

Adjust by manual

Reset the changes

Apply the changes

4. Limit Setting

4.1 Limit Setting - CPU Temperature

This page lets you to set CPU high limit temperature and enable the alert function.

Go to Limit Setting page

Show current CPU temperature value

Enable alert function when the CPU temperature is higher than high limit value

Show current high limit value of the CPU temperature

Set high limit by dragging the lever

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4.2 Limit Setting - System Temperature

This page lets you to set system high limit temperature and enable the alert function.

Show current system temperature value

Enable alert function when the system temperature is higher than high limit value

Show current high limit value of system temperature

Set high limit by dragging the lever

4.3 Limit Setting - CPU Fan

This page lets you to set CPU fan low limit rpm and enable the alert function.

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Show current CPU fan rpm value

Enable alert function when the CPU fan runs slower than the low limit rpm value

Show current low limit rpm value of CPU fan

Set low limit rpm by dragging the lever

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4.4 Limit Setting - System Fan

This page lets you to set system fan low limit rpm and enable the alert function.

Show current system fan rpm value

Enable alert function when the system fan runs slower than low limit rpm value

Show current low limit rpm value of system fan

Set low limit rpm by dragging the lever

4.5 Limit Setting - FAN1 Fan

This page lets you to set FAN1 fan low limit rpm and enable the alert function.

Show current FAN1 fan rpm value

Enable alert function when the FAN1 fan runs slower than low limit rpm value

Show current low limit rpm value of FAN1 fan

Set low limit rpm by dragging the lever

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5. Voltage Page - Voltage Control (Optional)

This page lets you set CPU voltage, memory voltage and North Bridge voltage manually. CPU

voltage can be stepped up/down by a unit of 12.5mV, while memory is 0.05V/step, and North Bridge is 0.04V/step.

Go to Voltage page

Select the option you want to set

Adjust by manual

Reset the changes

Apply the changes

6. Fan Page - Fan Control

This page lets you enable Smart Fan function or set the fan speed by manual.

When Smart Fan is selected, you must use a 4-pin CPU cooler in your system.

Go to Fan page

Apply the changes

Enable or disable smart fan function

Set fan speed by dragging the lever

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4-3 FOX LiveUpdate

FOX LiveUpdate is a useful utility to backup and update your system BIOS, drivers and utilities locally or online.

Supporting Operating Systems :

■ Windows 8 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit)

Please set the BIOS setting “BIOS Write Protect” or “Super BIOS Protect” to [Disabled] when running this application.

1. Local Update

1-1 Local Update - BIOS Information This page lets you know your system BIOS information.

Link to website

Toolbar

***: Please refer to the physical motherboard for details.

Minimum

Exit

Show current BIOS information

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1-2 Local Update - Backup This page can backup your system BIOS. You can click “Backup”, and key in a le name, then click “Save” to nish the backup operation. The extension of this backup le is ".BIN" for Award BIOS and ".ROM" for AMI BIOS. Make sure you can remember the le name together with the

directory which it is stored, prevented that you may need them to recover your BIOS later.

Key in a BIOS name

Click here

1-3 Local Update - Update

This page helps you to update your BIOS from a local le. After click “Update”, An alert message will be displayed to ensure if you really want to continue, click “Yes” to conrm. A setup wizard will guide you to load a local BIOS le to nish the operation. You must remember from which directory to load your new BIOS le (with an extension of ".BIN" for Award BIOS,

".ROM" for AMI BIOS) before the setup wizard starts.

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FOX LiveUpdate can automatically backup old BIOS before update. This feature

can be enabled in the "Congure-System" setup. Please refer to "Congure-

System" section for more detail. The default backup directory is C:\LiveUpdate_

Temp, but the backup le name will be automatically generated. It is hard to nd it

out from a backup directory, and we recommend you using Explorer to check date/

time message of this backup le to nd it out and write its name down to remember

it.

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2. Online Update

2-1 Online Update - Update BIOS

This page lets you update your system BIOS from Internet. Click “Start”, it will search the new

BIOS from Internet. Then follow the wizard to nish the update operation.

Click here

Current information

Search new BIOS from Internet

Select BIOS to update

Browse detailed information

Update BIOS

Close the window

2-2 Online Update - Update Driver

This page lets you update your system drivers from Internet. Click “Start”, it will search the new

drivers from Internet. Then follow the wizard to nish the update operation.

Click here

Current information

Search new drivers from Internet

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Select the driver to update

Browse detailed information

Install the selected driver

Close the window

2-3 Online Update - Update Utility

This page lets you update utilities from Internet. Click “Start”, it will search the new utilities from

Internet. Then follow the wizard to nish the update operation.

Click here

Current information

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Search new utilities from Internet

Select the utility to update

Browse detailed information

Install the selected utility

Close the window

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2-4 Online Update - Update All

This page lets you update your system drivers from Internet. Click “Start”, it will search all new

BIOS/drivers/utilities from Internet. Then follow the wizard to nish the update operation.

Click here

Current information

Search all new BIOS/ drivers/utilities from Internet

Browse detailed BIOS information

Browse detailed driver information

Close the window

Browse detailed utility information

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3. Congure

3-1 Congure - option

This page lets you set auto search options. After you enable the auto search function, FOX

LiveUpdate will start its searching from Internet and if any qualied item found, it will pop out a

message on the task bar to inform you to do the next step.

Click here

Set auto search options

Set auto search the latest FOX LiveUpdate

Select search which kind of versions

Apply the changes

Double click on the icon as show below, you can see the detailed information.

Reset to default value

Double click here

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When you enable "Auto Search FOX LiveUpdate", if your FOX LiveUpdate version is older, it will auto search from internet and prompt you to install the new version.

Prompt to install the new FOX LiveUpdate

3-2 Congure - System

This page lets you set the backup BIOS location and determine if the FOX LiveUpdate can auto run when the system starts up.

Click here

Apply the changes

Set the location of

download les or

auto backup BIOS

Determine if the FOX LiveUpdate can auto run when the system starts up

Reset to default value

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3-3 Congure - Advance This page lets you select to ash BIOS / Boot Block. If you choose Flash Boot Block, it means BIOS is not protective, and you must make sure the ash process is continuous and without

any interruption.

Click here

Select which BIOS ROM

to ash (only available to

motherboard with backup BIOS ROM )

Select to ash Boot Block

Apply the changes Reset to default value

We recommend that you keep the default setting unchanged to avoid any damage.

4. About & Help

This page shows some information about FOX LiveUpdate.

Click here

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Show information about FOX LiveUpdate

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4-4 FOX LOGO

FOX LOGO is a simple and useful utility to backup, change and delete the boot time Logo. The boot Logo is the image that appears on screen during POST (Power-On Self-Test).

You can prepare a JPG image (1024x768) le, then use FOX LOGO to open it and change the

boot time Logo. Boot time Logo will be displayed if you enable the "Quiet Boot" setting in BIOS.

Supporting Operating Systems :

■ Windows 8 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit)

Please set the BIOS setting “BIOS Write Protect” or “Super BIOS Protect” to [Disabled] when running this application.

Main screen

Backup

Change

Delete

N

CAUTIO

When you change Logo or delete current Logo, the system will ash BIOS le

automatically. During this time, please DO NOT shut down the application and the system, or the motherboard will be damaged seriously.

Exit

Minimize

Website

About

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4-5 FOX DMI

FOX DMI is a full Desktop Management Interface viewer, and it provides three DMI data formats: Report, Data Fields and Memory Dump. With DMI information, a system maker can easily analyze and troubleshoot your motherboard if there are any problems.

Supporting Operating Systems:

■ Windows 8 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)

■ Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit)

Please operate this utility as shown.

Click here to select the type you want to view

4-6 Smart charger

Click here to select the DMI Data format you need

Smart Charger is used for iPad recharging, and when connected, an icon will appear on the right bottom corner of the PC screen.

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Chapter 5 RAID Conguration

This chapter will cover two topics:

■ Installing a new Windows XP (Windows 7) in a

brand new RAID system.

It includes the following information:

■ RAID Conguration Introduction

■ Intel

■ Create a RAID Driver Diskette

■ BIOS Conguration

■ Create RAID in BIOS

■ Install a New Windows XP

®

Matrix Storage Manager

RAID CONFIGURATION

Installing a new Windows XP (Windows 7) in a brand new RAID system.

1. Follow 5-1 to create a RAID driver diskette. (Windows 7 has in-box driver by its own and can skip this step).

2. Follow 5-2 to set BIOS setting "SATA Mode" to RAID or AHCI.

3. Follow 5-3 to create RAID in BIOS.

4. Follow 5-4 to Install Windows Operating System.

What kinds of hardware and software you need here:

1. A oppy drive.

2. A CD-ROM drive.

3. Several SATA hard disks.

4. A RAID driver diskette.

5. A motherboard driver CD.

6. Windows XP or Windows 7 Install CD.

RAID Conguration Introduction

RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) is a method for computer data storage schemes that divide and/or replicate data among multiple hard drives. RAID can be designed to provide increased data reliability (fault tolerance) or increased I/O (input/output) performance, or both.

The motherboard comes with the Intel® PCH. The following RAID congurations are provided

for users.

There are three major key concepts in RAID:

1. Mirroring: The copying of data to more than one disk;

2. Striping: The splitting of data across more than one disk;

3. Error correction: Where redundant data is stored to allow problems to be detected and

possibly xed (known as fault tolerance).

Different RAID levels use one or more of these techniques, depending on the system requirements. The main aims of using RAID are to improve reliability, important for protecting information that is critical to a business, for example a database of customer orders; or where speed is important, for example a system that delivers video on demand TV programs to many viewers.

The conguration affects reliability and performance in different ways. The problem with using

more disks is that it is more likely that one will go wrong, but by using error checking the total system can be made more reliable by being able to survive and repair the failure. Basic mirroring can speed up reading data as a system can read different data from both the disks,

but it may be slow for writing if it insists that both disks must conrm that the data is correctly

written. Striping is often used for performance, where it allows sequences of data to be read off multiple disks at the same time. Error checking typically will slow the system down as data needs to be read from several places and compared. The design of RAID systems is therefore a compromise and understanding the requirements of a system is important. Modern disk

arrays typically provide the facility to select the appropriate RAID conguration.

RAID is often used in high availability systems, where it is important that the system keeps running as much of the time as possible.

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RAID CONFIGURATION

RAID 0 (Stripe) RAID 0 reads and writes sectors of data interleaved among multiple drives. If any disk member

fails, it affects the entire array. The disk array data capacity is equal to the number of drive members times the capacity of the smallest member. The striping block size can be set from

4KB to 128KB. RAID 0 does not support fault tolerance.

RAID 1 (Mirror) RAID 1 writes duplicate data onto a pair of drives and reads both sets of data in parallel. If one of the mirrored drives suffers a mechanical failure or does not respond, the remaining drive will continue to function. Due to redundancy, the drive capacity of the array is the capacity of the smallest drive. Under a RAID 1 setup, an extra drive called the “spare drive” can be attached. Such a drive will be activated to replace a failed drive that is part of a mirrored array. Due to the fault tolerance, if any RAID 1 drive fails, data access will not be affected as long as there are other working drives in the array.

RAID 5 (Parity) RAID 5 provides data striping at the byte level and also stripes error correction information. This results in excellent performance and good fault tolerance. Level 5 is one of the most popular implementations of RAID.

RAID 10 (0+1) RAID 10 is a combination of striping and mirroring. This conguration provides optimal speed

and reliability, but you need four SATA hard disks.

Recovery This level copies data between a master and a recovery disk, so the capacity of the array is equal to the capacity of the smaller drive. It’s no need to set the strip size for Recovery, but you must select a sync mode to update the volume.

Comparison Table :

Solution Hard Disks No. Capacity Performance Reliability Application

RAID0 >=2 All Highest Dangerous Look for speed

RAID1 2 50% Read faster Excellent 100% Data backup

RAID5

RAID10

Recovery 2 Smaller Read faster Excellent 100% Data backup

>=3 N-1

>=4

(Even number)

Smallest

*2

Read faster

Write slower

High Excellent Unlimited budget

Good Limited budget

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Intel® Matrix Storage Manager

The Intel® Matrix Storage Manager technology supports RAID 0 ,RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 (0+1) functions. It allows you to get high performance with fault tolerance, big capacity, or data

safety provided by different RAID functions.

In this section, we will use four SATA hard disks as an example to guide you how to congure your RAID system. There are two 149.0GBs and two 74.5GBs. Creation of a second volume will

also be described.

In each screen, there is also a message bar about each key’s function, such as <Tab>, <Enter>, <Del> to help make your selection easier.

Steps to Install Serial ATA Hard Disks

Before installing the SATA hard disks, make sure to turn off the computer and

1. Install SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

2. Connect one end of the SATA cable to motherboard’s SATA connector, and the other end to

SATA hard disk.

3. Connect SATA power cable to the power connector of SATA hard disk.

unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the hardware.

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CAUTIO

■ Both AHCI and RAID modes need to install the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager

driver.

■ Set SATA mode in BIOS to AHCI, you can skip RAID BIOS creation steps, but

the software driver installation of Intel® Matrix Storage Manager shall follow the same rule as described for RAID.

RAID CONFIGURATION

5-1 Create a RAID driver diskette

If you want to install a brand new Windows XP on a AHCI or RAID system, you need to

congure the SATA Mode in BIOS to either AHCI or RAID rst. You also need to create a RAID

driver diskette for use in installing your Windows XP system. Windows 7 has native RAID driver in itself, you can skip these steps.

1. Find a PC, put a diskette into its oppy drive A:, this diskette will be formatted later. Put the

driver CD into DVD-ROM drive.

2. Depending on which platform your system is, normally, it is a 32-bit XP system. Use

Windows explorer, and go to CD:\Driver\ Intel\RAID\Floppy\32bit, click on RaidTool icon to start the creation.

3. Click "GO" to start.

4. Select the desired destination FDD drive. It can be the default drive A: or any USB FDD.

Click "OK" to continue.

5. Insert a diskette, click "OK" to continue.

6. You can input a volume label for this diskette, click "Start" to format.

7. Click on "OK" to go through this

warning message.

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8. Format nished. Click "OK" to continue copying of RAID driver into this diskette.

9. Check if the diskette contains the driver les.

Later, when in the process of installing Windows XP in your RAID system, it will ask

you to use this oppy diskette to provide driver for additional specic devices, for

example, a RAID device.

10. Install Serial ATA Hard Disks : 10-1. Shut down your computer. 10-2. Install SATA hard disks into the drive bays, connect all power and SATA cables.

5-2 BIOS Conguration

1. Enter the BIOS setup by pressing <DEL> key during the POST(Power On Self Test).

2. Set the “SATA Mode” to “RAID Mode”. (Please refer to Chapter 3 BIOS Setup)

3. Press <F4> to save the setting then PC will reboot itself.

5-3 Create RAID in BIOS

Enter RAID BIOS Setup

When BIOS is restarted, it will display a message asking you to press <Ctrl>+<I> keys simultaneously to enter the main menu of Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility. Press the

<Ctrl>+<I> to enter Conguration Utility.

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1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : None Dened.

Physical Devices: ID Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0

1

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

1. Create RAID Volume

ST3320418AS ST3160815AS 5RX4M04N

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

9VM8Y4D8 298.0GB Non-RAID Disk

149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

RAID CONFIGURATION

Create RAID Volume

Create RAID 0 (1st Volume)

1. Select “1. Create RAID Volume” from the menu and press <Enter>. The menu appears:

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Volume0

Name:

Disks:

Strip Size:

Capacity:

Sync:

Volume0 RAID0(Stripe)

Select Disks

128KB

0.0 GB

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID Level:

Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

16 characters or less.

2. In "Name" item, you can input a device name for the RAID0 system and press <Enter> to apply it. Here, we name it as TryRAID0 to replace the default Volume0.

3. In “RAID Level” item, you can use Up or Down arrow key to make a selection. Select RAID0 (Stripe) and press <Enter>.

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe)

RAID0(Stripe)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

128KB

Capacity:

0.0 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID 0: Stripes data (performance).

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

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4. It then goes to “Disks” item. Press <Enter> to display the hard disks list for this RAID0

system.

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[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

2

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume.

TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

5. From the hard drive list, use Up or Down arrow key to reach the hard disks you want to

combine them as RAID0, then press <Space> key to select them. A triangle sign will appear to indicate the drive selected. Here, we select two 149.0GB hard disks as an example. Press <Enter> key to nish the selection.

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Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

►0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

►2

2 SAMSUNG HD161HJ S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

ST380815AS

3

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

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Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume.

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

RAID CONFIGURATION

6. It is now entering “Strip Size” menu. Use Up or Down arrow key to select the desired strip

size. The available values range from 4KB to 128KB. The strip value should be selected

based on different applications. Some suggested choices are :

16K - Best for sequential transfer. 64K - Good general purpose strip size. 128K - Best performance for most desktops and workstations . The default value is 128K for RAID0. Press <Enter>.

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RAID0 - 128KB RAID10 - 64KB RAID5 - 64KB

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

128KB

Capacity:

128KB

298.1 GB

Sync:

N/A

Create Volume

[ HELP ]

The following are typical values:

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

7. In “Capacity” item, the default value indicates the maximum capacity using the selected disks. As we want to introduce how to create two disk volumes (like logical devices C: and

D:) in a RAID0 system, so we only key in 150GB here to build the rst volume. Later, we will also describe how the second volume is generated. Input 150GB, and press <Enter>.

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The default value indicates the maximum capacity using the selected

disks. Entering a lower capacity allows you to create a second

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

128KB

Capacity:

465.8 GB

150

Create Volume

volume on these disks

[ HELP ]

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8. In “Create Volume” item, press <Enter>.

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

TryRAID0

Name:

Disks:

Strip Size:

Capacity:

Sync:

RAID0(Stripe)

Select Disks

128KB 150 GB

N/A

Create Volume

RAID Level:

Press ENTER to create the specified volume.

[ HELP ]

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

A warning message will appear:

WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.

Are you sure you want to create this volume ? (Y/N) :

9. Press <Y> to create the volume and return to the main menu, a 150GB RAID0 system is normally congured.

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4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 150.0GB Normal Ye s

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

1. Create RAID Volume

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

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Create RAID0 (2nd Volume)

1. Select “1. Create RAID Volume” from the menu and press <Enter>. The menu appears :

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

Volume0

Disks:

Capacity:

Sync:

Volume0

RAID0(Stripe)

Select Disks

128KB

0.0 GB

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID Level:

Strip Size:

Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

16 characters or less.

2. In "Name" item, we name it as TryRAID0-1 for second volume.

3. In “RAID Level” item, you can use Up or Down arrow key to make a selection, only RAID0, 1 can be selected. Select RAID0 (Stripe) and press <Enter>.

(Note: You also can try to select RAID1 for the second volume as an experiment here)

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID0-1 RAID0(Stripe)

RAID0(Stripe)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

128KB

Capacity:

0.0 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID 0: Stripes data (performance).

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

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4. It then goes to “Disks” item. Press <Enter> to display the hard disks list for this RAID0

second volume system.

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Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

2

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume.

TryRAID0-1 RAID0(Stripe)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

5. From the hard disk list, select the previously congured RAID0 hard disks, and press

<Space> key to select them. Two signs will appear to indicate the selections. Press <Enter> to continue.

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[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk

►0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

►2

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume.

TryRAID0-1 RAID0(Stripe)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

6. It goes to “Strip Size” menu directly. Capacity automatically displays 148.1GB, and at this time, you can not input any value in capacity as there is no additional volume available.

The available values of Strip Size range from 4KB to 128KB. The strip value should be

selected based on different applications. Some suggested choices are :

16K - Best for sequential transfer. 64K - Good general purpose strip size. 128K - Best performance for most desktops and workstations . The default value is 128K. Press <Enter>.

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RAID0 - 128KB RAID10 - 64KB RAID5 - 64KB

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID0-1 RAID0(Stripe)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

128KB

Capacity:

128KB

148.1 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

The following are typical values:

RAID CONFIGURATION

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

7. Select “Create Volume” and press <Enter>.

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[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

TryRAID0-1

Name:

Disks:

Strip Size:

Capacity:

Sync:

RAID0(Stripe)

Select Disks

128KB

148.1 GB N/A

Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID Level:

Press ENTER to create the specified volume.

A message will appear:

Are you sure you want to create this volume ? (Y/N) :

Press <Y> to create the volume and return to the main menu. Two RAID0 volumes were congured.

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Create RAID 1

1. Select “1.Create RAID Volume” from the main menu and press <Enter>.

2. In "Name" item, you can input a device name for the RAID1 system and press <Enter> to apply it. Here, we name it as TryRAID1 to replace the default Volume0.

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

Volume0

Disks:

Capacity:

Sync:

TryRAID1

RAID0(Stripe)

Select Disks

128KB

0.0 GB

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID Level:

Strip Size:

Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

16 characters or less.

3. In “RAID Level” item, you can use Up or Down arrow key to make a selection. Select RAID1 (Mirror) and press <Enter>.

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[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID1 RAID1(Mirror)

RAID1(Mirror)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

N/A

Capacity:

0.0 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID1: Mirrors data (redundancy).

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4. It then goes to “Disks” item. Press <Enter> to dispaly the hard disks list for this RAID1 system.

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Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

2

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

Select 2 disks to use in creating the volume.

TryRAID1 RAID1(Mirror)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

5. From the hard drive list, use Up or Down arrow key to reach the hard disks you want to combine them as RAID1, then press <Space> key to select them. A triangle sign will appear

to indicate the drive selection. Here, we select one 149.0GB and one 74.5GB hard disks. Press <Enter> key to nish the selection.

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[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

►0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

► 1

1

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

2

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

Select 2 disks to use in creating the volume.

TryRAID1 RAID1(Mirror)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

6. It will skip “Strip Size” menu for RAID1.

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7. In “Capacity” item, use the default value, and press <Enter>. The size of the smaller hard

disk 74.5GB is becoming the default value, and it indicates the maximum capacity.

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[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

The default value indicates the maximum capacity using the selected

disks. Entering a lower capacity allows you to create a second

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID1 RAID1(Mirror)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

N/A

Capacity:

74.5 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

volume on these disks

74 .5

[ HELP ]

8. Select “Create Volume” and press <Enter>. A warning message will appear:

WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.

Are you sure you want to create this volume ? (Y/N) :

Press <Y> to create the volume and return to the main menu.

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4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID1 RAID1(Mirror) N/A 74.5GB Normal Yes

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

1. Create RAID Volume

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk(0)

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

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Create RAID 10 (0+1)

1. Select “1.Create RAID Volume” from the main menu and press <Enter>.

2. In "Name" item, you can input a device name for the RAID10 system and press <Enter> to apply it. Here, we name it as TryRAID10 to replace the default Volume0.

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

Volume0

Disks:

Capacity:

Sync:

TryRAID10

RAID0(Stripe)

Select Disks

128KB

0.0 GB

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID Level:

Strip Size:

Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

16 characters or less.

3. In “RAID Level” item, you can use Up or Down arrow key to make a selection. Select

RAID10(RAID0+1) and press <Enter>.

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[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

Disks:

Strip Size:

Capacity:

Sync:

TryRAID10 RAID0(Stripe)

RAID10(RAID0+1)

Select Disks

64KB

149.1 GB

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID Level:

RAID 10: Mirrors data and stripes the mirror.

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4. After exiting from "RAID Level", it goes directly to "Stripe Size" item. Because all four disks are elected for RAID10, so there is no need to go to Disks option.

5. Use Up or Down arrow key to select the desired strip size when entering “Strip Size” menu.

The default value is 64K.

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RAID0 - 128KB RAID10 - 64KB RAID5 - 64KB

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID10 RAID10(RAID0+1)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

128K

Capacity:

64KB

149.1 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

The following are typical values:

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

6. In “Capacity” item, use the default value, and press <Enter>. The default value is twice the

smallest hard disk size, that is, 74.5GB * 2 = 149GB.

7. Select “Create Volume” and press <Enter>. A warning message will appear:

WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.

Are you sure you want to create this volume ? (Y/N) :

Press <Y> to create the volume and return to the main menu.

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Create RAID5 (Parity)

1. Select “1.Create RAID Volume” from the main menu and press <Enter>.

2. In "Name" item, you can input a device name for the RAID5 system and press <Enter> to apply it. Here, we name it as TryRAID5 to replace the default Volume0.

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

Volume0

Disks:

Capacity:

Sync:

TryRAID5

RAID0(Stripe)

Select Disks

64KB

0.0 GB

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID Level:

Strip Size:

Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

16 characters or less.

3. In “RAID Level” item, you can use Up or Down arrow key to make a selection. Select RAID5(Parity) and press <Enter>.

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID5

RAID0(Stripe)

RAID5(Parity)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

64KB

Capacity:

0.0 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

RAID 5: Stripes data and parity.

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

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4. It then goes to “Disks” item. Press <Enter> to display the hard disks list for this RAID5 system.

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Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

2

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

Select 3 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume.

TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

5. From the hard drive list, use Up or Down arrow key to reach the hard disks you want to combine them as RAID5, then press <Space> key to select them. A triangle sign will appear

to indicate the drive selection. Here, we select two 149.0GB and 74.5GB hard disks for an example. Press <Enter> key to nish the selection.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

► 0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

ST380811AS

► 1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

► 2

2 SAMSUNG HD161HJ S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

Select 3 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume.

TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity)

[ SELECT DISKS ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

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6. Use Up or Down arrow key to select the desired strip size when entering “Strip Size” menu.

The default value is 64K. Press <Enter>.

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[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name:

RAID Level:

TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity)

Disks:

Select Disks

Strip Size:

128K

Capacity:

64KB

149.1 GB

Sync:

N/A Create Volume

[ HELP ]

The following are typical values:

Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

RAID0 - 128KB RAID10 - 64KB RAID5 - 64KB

[↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select

7. In “Capacity” item, use the default value, and press <Enter>. The default value is twice that

of the smallest hard disk size, that is, 74.5GB * 2 = 149GB.

8. Select “Create Volume” and press <Enter>. A warning message will appear:

WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.

Are you sure you want to create this volume ? (Y/N) :

Press <Y> to create the volume and return to the main menu.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 64KB 149.1GB Normal Yes

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

1. Create RAID Volume

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk(0)

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

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Delete RAID Volume

1. Take TryRAID5 for example. Select “2. Delete RAID Volume” in main menu and press <Enter>.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recover Volume Options

5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 64KB 149.1GB Normal Yes

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

2. Delete RAID Volume

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk(0)

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

2. Use Up or Down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete. Here only one RAID5

is seen, so press <DEL> key to continue.

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Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable

TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 3 149.1GB Normal Yes

TryRAID0 ID0(Stripe) 2 465.8GB Normal Ye s

Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.

WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume

[ DELETE VOLUME MENU ]

[ HELP ]

(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)

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3. After <DEL> key is pressed, the screen appears as below:

Press <Y> key to conrm the volume deletion.

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Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable

TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 3 149.1GB Normal Yes

TryRAID0 ID0(Stripe) 2 465.8GB Normal Ye s

Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.

WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.

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Are you sure you want to delete "TryRAID5"? (Y/N) :

[ DELETE VOLUME MENU ]

[ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ]

ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST!

(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)

[ HELP ]

RAID CONFIGURATION

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume

4. Return to Main Menu.

Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recover Volume Options

5. Acceleration Options

2. Delete RAID Volume

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

5.

RAID Volume :

None defined.

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

ST380811AS

1

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

2

ST380815AS

3

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

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[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

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Reset Disks to Non-RAID

Reset RAID volume allows you to replace a failed disk with a new one, and the operating

system will rebuild the data later. For RAID0, reset a hard disk would totally crash the system, but for RAID1, RAID10 and RAID5, they all can be rebuilt. When rebuild is needed, you must rst install a new hard disk in your system before getting into

Intel® Matrix Storage Manager utility, because the utility will ask you which hard disk the new rebuild will be performed.

Example 1. Reset a RAID0 system.

1. A TryRAID0 volume was built with two 149.0GB hard disks, we want to reset one of them.

Select “3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID” in main menu and press <Enter>.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 298.1GB Normal Ye s

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

2. A warning message is displayed.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 298.1GB Normal Ye s

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

and revert it to a non-RAID disk.

WARNING: Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost.

( This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

2

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[↑↓]-Previous/Next [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Selection Complete

90

[ MAIN MENU ]

Resetting RAID disk will remove its RAID structures

[ RESET RAID DATA ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

Select the disks that should be reset.

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

RAID CONFIGURATION

3. Select Hitachi hard disk as the one to be reset. Press <Enter>. A double conrmation message pops out, press <Y> to conrm.

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and revert it to a non-RAID disk.

( This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk

►0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

2

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

Resetting RAID disk will remove its RAID structures

WARNING: Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost.

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

[↑↓]-Previous/Next [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Selection Complete

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ RESET RAID DATA ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

Select the disks that should be reset.

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

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1. Create RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 298.1GB Normal Ye s

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

4. It goes back to Main menu with a “Failed” status of RAID0 volume.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 298.1GB Failed Ye s

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

1

2

3

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

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Example 2. Reset a RAID5 system

1. A TryRAID5 volume was built with three hard disks, we want to reset one of them. Select “3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID” in main menu and press <Enter>.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Option

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 64KB 149.1GB Normal Yes

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

6. Exit

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk(0)

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

2. A warning message is displayed.

3. Select “Port 2 - SAMSUNG HD161HJ” hard disk as the one to be reset. Press <Enter>. A

double conrmation message pops out, press <Y> to conrm.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 64KB 149.1GB Normal Yes

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

1. Create RAID Volume

and revert it to a non-RAID disk.

( This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

0 Hitachi HDS721616PLA

1

► 2

2 SAMSUNG HD161HJ S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

Resetting RAID disk will remove its RAID structures

WARNING: Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost.

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG

[↑↓]-Previous/Next [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Selection Complete

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ RESET RAID DATA ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk(0)

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

5RW1CA37

Select the disks that should be reset.

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

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4. A "DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED" screen pops out asking you to select a new hard disk for rebuilding. Here, we select ST 74.5GB. Press <Enter> to select it.

Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recover Volume Options

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 64KB 149.1GB Normal Yes

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

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"Degraded" volume and disk available for rebuilding detected. Selecting

a disk initiates a rebuild. rebuild completes in the operating system.

Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit): Port Drive Model Serial # Size

2 SAMSUNG HD161HJ S0V3J9APA30524 140.9GB

3 ST380815AS 5RW1CA37 74.5GB

[↑↓]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select [ESC]-Exit

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED ]

[ MAIN MENU ]

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk(0)

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Non-RAID Disk

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

5. It goes back to Main menu with a "Rebuild" status of RAID5 volume. Eventually, a replace ment hard disk has to join in and it always keeps three hard disks in the RAID5 system.

6. Operating System will perform the rebuilding later.

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Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v5.0.0.1011 ICH9R wRAID5

1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Option

2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options

RAID Volume : ID Name Level Stripe Size Status Bootable

0 TryRAID5 RAID5(Parity) 64KB 149.1GB Rebuild Yes

Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)

0 Hitachi HDS72161 PVF904Z21G2JZM 149.0GB Member Disk(0)

1

2

3

Volume with “Rebulid” status will be rebuilt within the operating system.

[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

ST380811AS

SAMSUNG HD161HJ

ST380815AS

[ MAIN MENU ]

6. Exit

[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]

5PS1TAGW 74.5GB Member Disk(0)

S0V3J9APA30524 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk

5RW1CA37

74.5GB Member Disk(0)

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Foxconn Z75M-S User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

User’s Manual

Installation Precautions

Technical Support

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

1-2 Layout

1-3 Back Panel Connectors

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler

Install the CPU

Install the CPU Cooler

2-2 Install the Memory

Installing a Memory

2-3 Install an Expansion Card

2-4 Install other Internal Connectors

2-5 Jumpers

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

Enter BIOS Setup

Main

Advanced

Network Stack

Chipset Configuration

ACPI Configuration

SATA Configuration

USB Configuration

Trusted Computing

OC plus

CPU Configuration

Memory Configuration

Voltage Configuration

Hardware Monitor

Hardware Voltage Monitor

Boot

CSM parameters

Security

Secure Boot

Save & Exit

Chapter 4 CD Instruction

4-1 Install driver and utility

1. Driver

2. Utility

4-2 FOX ONE

1. Main Page

2. CPU Page - CPU Control

3. Frequency Page - Frequency Control (Optional)

4. Limit Setting

5. Voltage Page - Voltage Control (Optional)

6. Fan Page - Fan Control

4-3 FOX LiveUpdate

1. Local Update

2. Online Update

4. About & Help

4-4 FOX LOGO

4-5 FOX DMI

4-6 Smart charger

Intel® Matrix Storage Manager

Steps to Install Serial ATA Hard Disks

5-1 Create a RAID driver diskette

5-3 Create RAID in BIOS

Enter RAID BIOS Setup

Create RAID Volume

Delete RAID Volume

Reset Disks to Non-RAID