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GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic

Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-8AENXPDG-1001

Feb. 4, 2005

GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic

Motherboard

Feb. 4, 2005

GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic

Motherboard

MotherboardMotherboard

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Table of Contents

GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout ........................................................... 6

Block Diagram ............................................................................................................... 7

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ................................................................................... 9

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation ................................................................. 9

1-2 Feature Summary .......................................................................................... 10

1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink ............................................................ 12

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU .......................................................................................... 12

1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink ................................................................................... 13

1-4 Installing/Removing Cool-Plus (Northbridge Cooling Fan) ........................... 14

1-5 Installation of Memory ................................................................................... 14

1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards .................................................................... 16

1-7 Configuring a Quad View System ................................................................. 17

1-8 Installation of U-Plus DPS (Universal Plus Dual Power System) ................. 19

1-9 I/O Back Panel Introduction .......................................................................... 20

1-10 Connectors Introduction ................................................................................ 21

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................... 31

The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : E15) ..................................................... 32

2-1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 34

2-2 Advanced BIOS Features ............................................................................. 36

2-3 Integrated Peripherals ................................................................................... 38

2-4 Power Management Setup ............................................................................ 41

2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations ................................................................................ 43

2-6 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 44

2-7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ...................................................................... 46

2-8 Select Language ........................................................................................... 48

2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ................................................................................ 48

2-10 Load Optimized Defaults ............................................................................... 49

2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password ..................................................................... 49

2-12 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 50

2-13 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 50

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ..................................................................................... 51

3-1 Install Chipset Drivers ................................................................................... 51

3-2 Software Applications .................................................................................... 52

3-3 Driver CD Information ................................................................................... 52

3-4 Hardware Information .................................................................................... 53

3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 53

3-6 Install IEEE 1394 Driver (Only for Windows XP SP2) .................................. 54

Chapter 4 Appendix ................................................................................................... 57

4-1 Unique Software Utilities ............................................................................... 57

4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction ....................................................................................... 58

4-1-2 Xpress Recovery Introduction .............................................................................. 59

4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction .......................................................................... 62

4-1-4 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction ......................................................... 73

4-1-5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction ........................................... 85

4-2 Troubleshooting............................................................................................. 90

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GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout

SPDIF_O

SPDIF_I

KB_MS

COMA

USB

AUDIO1

AUDIO2

AZALIA_FP

CODEC

LPT

Marvell 8001

CD_IN

VRM_CONN

LAN1

LAN2

ATX_12V

Marvell 8001

PCIE_16_1

PCIE_1

PCIE_16_2

CPU_FAN

F1_1394

NB_FAN

LGA775

Intel 925XE

BATTERY

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

F2_1394

TSB82AA2

TSB81BA3

DDRII1

DDRII2

DDRII3

GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic

F_USB1

F_USB2

Intel ICH6R

PDC20779

SATA0_PR

IDE2

CLR_CMOS

SATA3_SB

SATA2_SB

SATA1_SB

SATA0_SB

SATA1_PR

DDRII4

PWR_FAN

IDE1

BACKUP BIOS

MAIN BIOS

IT8712

ATX

FDD

SYS_FAN

F_PANEL

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Block Diagram

PCI-ECLK

(100MHz)

PCIE_16_2

PCI-ECLK

(100MHz)

PCIE_1

PCI Express x 1 Bus

PCI Bus

Marvell

8001

RJ45

LAN1 LAN2

PCI-ECLK

(100MHz)

PCIE_16_1

1 PCI Express x 1 Port

TSB82AA2

TSB81BA3

LGA775

Processor

925XE

CODEC

Intel

MCH

Intel

ICH6R

Host

Interface

CPUCLK+/-(266/200/133MHz)

DDRII 711/600

MCHCLK (266/200/133MHz)

Dual BIOS

PDC20779

(Note)

/533/400MHz DIMM

Dual Channel Memory

100MHz

66MHz 33MHz

14.318MHz 48MHz

4 Serial ATA

2 Serial ATA II

ATA33/66/100/133

ATA33/66/100 IDE Channels

IT8712

IDE Channels

Floppy

LPT Port

COM Port

Line-In

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8 USB

Ports

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

24MHz

33MHz

PS/2 KB/Mouse

3 IEEE1394b

3 PCI

PCICLK

(33MHz)

(Note) To use a DDRII 711 memory module on the motherboard, you must install a 1066MHz FSB

processor and overclock in BIOS. To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS.

MIC

Line-Out

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

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Chapter 1Hardware Installation

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation

Preparing Your Computer

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please follow the instructions below:

1. Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.

2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

3. It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components (CPU, RAM).

4. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic pad or within a electrostatic shielding container.

5. Please verify that you the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard.

Installation Notices

1. Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

2. Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the information in the provided manual.

3. Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.

4. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

5. Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

6. Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

7. Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.

8. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product,please consult a certified computer technician.

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Instances of Non-Warranty

1. Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.

2. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.

3. Damage due to improper installation.

4. Damage due to use of uncertified components.

5. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.

6. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.

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1-2 Feature Summary

CPU  Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU

 Supports 1066/800/533MHz FSB  L2 cache varies with CPU

Chipset  Northbridge: Intel® 925XE Express Chipset

 Southbridge: Intel® ICH6R

Memory  4 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory)

 Supports dual channel DDR II 711/600  Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM

Slots  2 PCI Express x 16 slots

 1 PCI Express x 1 slot  3 PCI slots

IDE Connections  1 port from ICH6R (IDE1) (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of

2 IDE devices

 1 port from PDC20779 (IDE2)(UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), allows

connection of 2 IDE devices FDD Connections  1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices Onboard SATA  4 Serial ATA ports from ICH6R controller (SATA0_SB, SATA1_SB, SATA2_SB,

SATA3_SB)

 2 Serial ATA II ports from PDC20779 controller (SATA0_PR, SATA1_PR)

Peripherals  1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode

 1 serial port (COMA)  8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)  3 IEEE1394b ports (requires cable)  1 front audio connector  1 PS/2 keyboard port  1 PS/2 mouse port

Onboard LAN  2 onboard Marvell 8001 chips (10/100/1000 Mbit) (LAN1 / LAN2)

 2 RJ 45 ports

(Note 2)

/533/400 unbrffered DIMM

(Note 1)

(Note 1) Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and

therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. For example, 4 GB of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xxGB memory during system startup.

(Note 2) To use a DDRII 711 memory module on the motherboard, you must install a 1066MHz FSB

processor and overclock in BIOS. To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS.

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Onboard Audio  ALC880 CODEC

 Supports Jack Sensing function  Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio  Supports Line In ; Line Out (Front Speaker Out) ; MIC ; Surround Speaker Out

(Rear Speaker Out) ; Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out ;

Side Speaker Out connection

 SPDIF In/Out connection  CD In connection

I/O Control  IT8712 Hardware Monitor  System voltage detection

 CPU temperature detection  CPU / System / Power fan speed detection  CPU warning temperature  CPU / System / Power fan failure warning  CPU smart fan control

Onboard SATA RAID  Onboard ICH6R chipset (SATA0_SB, SATA1_SB, SATA2_SB, SATA3_SB)

- supports data striping (RAID 0) or mirroring (RAID 1) function

- supports data transfer rate of up 150 MB/s

- supports hot plugging function

- supports a maximum of 4 SATA connections

- supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems

 Onboard Promise PDC20779 chipset (SATA0_PR, SATA1_PR)

- supports data striping (RAID 0) or mirroring (RAID 1) function

- supports data transfer rate of up 300 MB/s

- supports hot plugging function

- supports a maximum of 2 SATA II connections

- supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems

BIOS  Use of licensed AWARD BIOS

 Supports Dual BIOS/Q-Flash/Multilanguage BIOS

Additional Features  Supports U-Plus DPS

 Supports @BIOS  Supports EasyTune 5

Overclocking  Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/ DDR II/ PCI-E/ FSB)

 Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/ DDR II/ PCI-E)

Form Factor  ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

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1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink

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Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions:

1. Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.

2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU.

3. Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and heatsink.

4. Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU prior to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur.

5. Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the required standards for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

HT functionality requirement content :

Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your computer system requires all of the following platform components:

- CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with HT Technology

- Chipset: An Intel® Chipset that supports HT Technology

- BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled

- OS: An operation system that has optimizations for HT Technology

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU

Metal Lever

Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU socket to the upright position.

Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket.

Fig. 3 Notice the small gold colored triangle located on the edge of the CPU socket. Align the indented corner of the

CPU with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between your thumb and forefinger, carefully place it into the socket in a straight and downwards motion. Avoid twisting or bending motions that might cause damage to the CPU during installation.)

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Fig. 4 Once the CPU is properly inserted, please replace the load plate and push the metal lever back into its original position.

1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink

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Male Push Pin

The top of Female Push Pin

Female Push Pin

Fig.1 Please apply an even layer of heatsink paste on the surface of the installed CPU.

Fig. 3 Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure the push pins aim to the pin hole on the motherboard. Pressing down the push pins diagonally.

Fig. 2 (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the heatsink, on the contrary, is to install.) Please note the direction of arrow sign on the male push pin doesn't face inwards before installation. (This instruction is only for Intel boxed fan)

Fig. 4 Please make sure the Male and Female push pin are joined closely. (for detailed installation instructions, please refer to the heatsink installation section of the user manual)

Fig. 5 Please check the back of motherboard after installing. If the push pin is inserted as the picture, the installation is complete.

The heatsink may adhere to the CPU as a result of hardening of the heatsink paste. To prevent such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heatsink.

Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the heatsink to the CPU fan header located on the motherboard.

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1-4 Installing/Removing Cool-Plus (Northbridge Cooling Fan)

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Fig.1 To attach Cool-Plus to a heatsink, align the extensions on both sides with the grooves in the heatsink as shown. Firmly press down until it snaps into position.

Fig.3 Before proceeding, first check to make sure that the fan's power cable is disconnected. Then, while applying pressure to the top of the fan, carefully use a screwdriver to dislodge the extension on one side.

Exerting too much pressure on the fan during removal might cause the side extensions to break-off.

Fig.2 Once the fan is properly affixed onto the heatsink, plug the power cable into the NB_FAN connector.

1-5 Installation of Memory

Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:

1. Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.

2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer power is switched off to prevent hardware damage.

3. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.

The motherboard supports DDR II memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one direction. The memory capacity used can differ with each slot.

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Notch

DDR II

Fig.1 The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.

Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to lock the DIMM module. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.

Dual Channel DDR II Memory Configuration

The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic supports the Dual Channel Technology. When the Dual Channel Technology is activated, the bandwidth of memory bus will be double the original one.

The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has 2 DIMM sockets as following:

Channel A : DDR II 1, DDR II 2

Channel B : DDR II 3, DDR II 4 Due to chipset limitation, if you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please follow the guidelines below for Dual Channel memory configuration.

1. Dual channel memory cannot be used if one or three DDR II memory modules are installed.

2. If two DDR II memory modules are installed (same storage capacity), one must be added to the Channel A slot and the other in the Channel B slot in order to use dual channel memory. Dual channel memory cannot function if both DDR II memory modules are installed on the same channel.

3. If four DDR II memory modules are installed, please use memory of the same storage capacity in order to use dual channel memory and for BIOS to detect all the DDR II memory modules.

We'll strongly recommend our user to slot two DDR II memory modules into the DIMMs with the same color in order for Dual Channel Technology to work.

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The following is a Dual Channel Memory configuration table: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)

DDR II 1 DDR II 2 DDR II 3 DDR II 4

2 memory modules

4 memory modules

DS/SS X DS/SS X

X DS/SS X DS/SS

DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

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1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards

You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below:

1. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer.

2. Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.

3. Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.

4. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.

5. Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.

6. Replace your computer's chassis cover.

7. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.

8. Install related driver from the operating system.

Installing a PCI Express x 16 expansion card:

Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the PCI Express x 16 slot when you try to install/uninstall the VGA card. Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x 16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked by the small white-drawable bar.

The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic will allow a four-monitor configuration(Quad View) when used in conjunction with two PCI Express graphics cards that are based on identical chips and support dual view.

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1-7 Configuring a Quad View System

This function is supported only on Windows XP operating system. With Quad View technology from GIGABYTE, Dual Graphic enabled motherboards offer multiple display support on up to four separate monitors. This improves the capabilities and productivity of the user by allowing them to spread multiple windows over four monitors and view them simultaneously.

Multiple display support for increasing productivity

Multiple display support for immersive video

Before you begin--

The exact power requirement will depend on your overall system configurations. You need a power supply that can provide sufficient and stable power to your system and the two graphics cards. We recommend a power supply that supplies 400W (or above) and 25A (or above) +12V current.

If you want to enable the Quad View function, install two similar graphics cards into PCIE x 16 slots (it is recommended to use graphics cards of identical brand and chips. For example: GIGABYTE GV-NX66T128D). Please note that the PCIE_1 slot will not be available when Quad View is enabled. If you want to set up a single graphics card system, we recommend installing the graphics card on the PCIE_16_1 slot to ensure better display performance.

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Refer to the table below to check the availability of the PCIE_1 slot before use.

PCIE_16_2 slot installed with a PCIE x 4 (or above) card installed with a PCIE x 1 card (or no card)

PCIE_1 slot Not available Available

Installing a device to the PCIE_1 slot when it's not enabled might damage the system.

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Enabling Quad View Mode--

Step 1: Install your graphics cards to PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2

slots.

Step 1-1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installation of Expansion

Cards" and install two similar graphics cards to PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2 slots.

Step 1-2: In order to enable the Quad View function correctly, you

must connect four different monitors to all four video output ports (D-Sub/DVI). If you want to install only one graphics card to your system and install it in the PCIE_16_1 slot, set the Init Display First item under the Advanced BIOS Features menu in BIOS Setup to PEG; set this item to PEG2 if the card is installed in the PCIE_16_2 slot.

Step 2: Graphics Cards Driver Setting For detailed information about how to install the graphics card driver, please refer to the user's manual for your graphics card.

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1-8 Installation of U-Plus DPS (Universal Plus Dual Power System)

The U-Plus Dual Power System (U-Plus D.P.S.) is a revolutionary eight-phase power circuit built for ultimate system protection. Designed to withstand varying current levels and changes, the U-Plus DPS provides an immensely durable and stable power circuit to the CPU for solid system stability. These characteristics make it the ideal companion with the latest LGA775 Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor as well as future Intel® processors. As well, 4 blue LED's are mounted on the U-Plus D.P.S. for intelligent indication of system loading.

The U-Plus DPS can work in a Dual Power System: Parallel Mode-U-Plus DPS and motherboard CPU power can work simultaneously, providing a total of 8-phase power circuit.

How to install U-Plus DPS?

1. The U-Plus DPS socket (VRM_CONN) has a notch, so the U-Plus DPS can only fit in one direction.

2. Insert the U-Plus DPS vertically into the socket and then push it down.

3. Fix the U-Plus DPS on the motherbard with the clip.

4. Reverse the installation steps if you want to remove the U-Plus DPS.

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1-9 I/O Back Panel Introduction

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector

To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the lower port (purple).

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.

SPDIF_O (SPDIF Out)

The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to an external Dolby Digital Decoder.

SPDIF_I (SPDIF In)

Use SPDIF In feature only when your device has digital output function.

COM A (Serial Port)

Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.

LAN Port 1, 2

The provided Internet connection is Gigabit Ethernet, providing data transfer speeds of 10/100/ 1000Mbps.

USB port

Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface. Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

Line In

Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. can be connected to Line In jack.

Line Out (Front Speaker Out)

Connect the stereo speakers, earphone or front surround speakers to this connector.

MIC In

Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.

Rear Speaker Out

Connect the rear surround speakers to this connector.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Connect the Center/Subwoofer speakers to this connector.

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Side Speaker Out

Connect the side surround speakers to this connector.

You can use audio software to configure 2-/4-/6-/8-channel audio functioning.

1-10 Connectors Introduction

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1) ATX_12V

2) ATX (Power Connector)

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN

5) PWR_FAN

6) NB_FAN

7) FDD

8) IDE1

9) IDE2

10) SATA0_SB/SATA1_SB/SATA2_SB/SATA3_SB

1117

11) SATA0_PR /SATA1_PR

12) F_PANEL

13) AZALIA_FP

14) CD_IN

15) F_USB1 / F_USB2

16) F1_1394 / F2_1394

17) CLR_CMOS

18) CI

19) BATTERY

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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard and connect tightly. The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power connector is not connected, the system will not start. Caution! Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. It is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable system or a system that is unable to start. If you use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; Otherwise, please do not remove it.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

Pin No. Definition

1 3.3V

2 3.3V

3 GND

4 +5V

5 GND

6 +5V

7 GND

8 Power Good

9 5V SB(stand by +5V)

10 +12V

11 +12V

12 3.3V(Only for 24pins ATX)

13 3.3V

14 -12V

15 GND

16 PS_ON(soft On/Off)

17 GND

18 GND

19 GND

20 -5V

21 +5V

22 +5V

23 +5V

24 GND

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3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)

The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin(only for CPU_FAN) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire (GND). Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent system overheating and failure. Caution! Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure.

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CPU_FAN

PWR_FAN

SYS_FAN

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 Sense

4 Speed Control

(Only for CPU_FAN)

6) NB_FAN (Chip Fan Connector)

If you installed wrong direction, the chip fan will not work. Sometimes will damage the chip fan. (Usually black cable is GND)

Pin No. Definition

1 +12V

2 GND

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7) FDD (FDD Connector)

The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other end of the cable connects to the FDD drive. The types of FDD drives supported are: 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB. Please connect the red power connector wire to the pin1 position.

8/9) IDE / IDE2 (IDE Connector)

An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).

IDE1

IDE2

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10) SATA0_SB/SATA1_SB/SATA2_SB/SATA3_SB (Serial ATA Connector, Controlled by ICH6R)

Serial ATA can provide 150MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

11) SATA0_PR / SATA1_PR (Serial ATA II Connector, Controlled by PDC20779)

Serial ATA II can provide 300MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA II and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

English

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

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12) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)

Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc of your chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.

PW-

MSG-

RES+

RES-

HD-

HD+

Speaker Connector

Power Switch

Message LED/

Power/

Sleep LED

SPEAK-

SPEAK+

PW+

MSG+

SPEAK (Speaker Connector) Pin 1: VCC(+)

(Amber) Pin 2- Pin 3: NC

Pin 4: Data(-)

PW (Power Switch) Open: Normal Operation

(Red) Close: Power On/Off

MSG (Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)

(Yellow) Pin 2: LED cathode(-)

RES (Reset Switch) Open: Normal Operation

(Green) Close: Reset Hardware System

HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)

(Blue) Pin 2: LED cathode(-)

NC (Purple) NC

Reset Switch

IDE Hard Disk

Active LED

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13) AZALIA_FP (Front Audio Panel Connector)

This connector is supported to connect HD(High Definition) Audio and AC'97 Audio. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the audio panel cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional audio panel cable, please contact your local dealer.

HD Audio: AC'97 Audio:

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC2_L

910

2 GND

3 MIC2_R

4 -ACZ_DET

5 Line2_R

6 FSENSE1

7 FAUDIO_JD

8 No Pin

9 LINE2_L

10 FSENSE2

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC

2 GND

3 MIC Power

4NC

5 Line Out (R)

6NC

7NC

8 No Pin

9 Line Out (L)

10 NC

HD Audio is the default setting for this connector. To enable AC'97 Audio, from BIOS settings, set Front Panel Type under Integrated Peripherals to AC97.

14) CD_IN (CD In Connector)

Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.

English

Pin No. Definition

1 CD-L

2 GND

3 GND

4 CD-R

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15) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector)

Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer.

Pin No. Definition

2910

1 Power

2 Power

3 USB DX-

4 USB Dy-

5 USB DX+

6 USB Dy+

7 GND

8 GND

9 No Pin

10 NC

16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 (Front IEEE 1394 Connector)

Serial interface standard set by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like high speed, high bandwidth and hot plug. Be careful with the polarity of the IEEE1394 connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the IEEE1394 cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional IEEE1394 cable, please contact your local dealer.

F1_1394

2 1

Pin No. Definition

1 TPA0+

2 TPA0-

3 GND

4 GND

5 TPB0+

6 TPB0-

7 No Pin

8 Power

9 Power

10 GND

10 9

F2_1394

Pin No. Definition

1 Power

2 Power

3TPA1+

4 TPA1-

5 GND

6 GND

7 TPB1+

8 TPB1-

9 Power

10 Power

11 TPA 2+

12 TPA2-

13 GND

14 No Pin

15 TPB2+

16 TPB2-

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17) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS)

You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by this jumper. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to prevent from improper use this jumper.

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS

18) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open)

This 2-pin connector allows your system to enable or disable the "case open" item in BIOS if the system case has been remove.

English

Pin No. Definition

1 Signal

2 GND

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