(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
24MHz
33MHz
PS/2 KB/Mouse
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Chapter 1Hardware Installation
1-1Considerations 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 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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1-2Feature Summary
CPU Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU
Supports 1066/800/533MHz FSB
L2 cache varies with CPU
Memory 6 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory)
Supports dual channel DDR II 711/600
Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM
Slots 1 PCI Express x 16 slot
3 PCI Express x 1 slots
2 PCI slots
IDE Connections 1 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of
2 IDE devices
FDD Connections 1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
Onboard SATA 8 Serial ATA ports :
4 ports from ICH6R controller (SATA0_SB, SATA1_SB, SATA2_SB, SATA3_SB);
4 ports from SiI3114 controller (SATA0_SII, SATA1_SII, SATA2_SII, SATA3_SII)
Peripherals 1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
1 serial port (COMA)
11 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 7 via cable)
3 IEEE1394b ports (requires cable)
1 front audio connector
1 IR connector
1 PS/2 keyboard port
1 PS/2 mouse port
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
(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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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
-supports data striping (RAID 0), mirroring (RAID 1) or
striping + mirroring (RAID 0+1)
-supports data transfer rate of up 150 MB
-supports hot plugging function
-supports a maximum of 4 SATA connections
-supported on the Win 2000/XP/NT/98/Me 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)
Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/ DDR II/ PCI-E)
Form Factor ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
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1-3Installation 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.
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.
1-5Installation 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
GA-8AENXP-D supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the Dual
Channel Technology, the bandwidth of Memory Bus will double.
GA-8AENXP-D includes 6 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has three DIMM sockets as following:
Channel A : DDR II 1, DDR II 2, DDR II 3
Channel B : DDR II 4, DDR II 5, DDR II 6
If you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due to the
limitation of Intel chipset specifications.
1. Dual channel memory cannot be used if one, three or five 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 (same storage capacity), one pair must be added to
the Channel A slot and the other pair in the Channel B in order to use dual channel memory.
4. If six 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. Please
follow the order below :
DDR II 1: single/double-sided memory
DDR II 2: single-sided memory
DDR II 3: single-sided memory
DDR II 4: single/double-sided memory (If DDR II 1 is double-sided memory, then DDR II 4 must
also be double-sided memory)
DDR II 5: single-sided memory
DDR II 6: single-sided memory
We'll strongly recommend our user to slot two DDR memory modules into the DIMMs with the same color in
order for Dual Channel Technology to work.
The following table is for Dual Channel Technology combination: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)
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2 memory module
4 memory module
6 memory module
DDR II 1DDR II 2DDR II 3DDR II 4DDR II 5DDR II 6
DS/SSXXDS/SSXX
XDS/SSXXDS/SSX
XXDS/SSXXDS/SS
DS/SSDS/SSXDS/SSDS/SSX
DS/SSSSSSDS/SSSSSS
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1-6Installation 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.
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1-7I/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
The provided Internet connection is Gigabit Ethernet, providing data transfer speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps.
LAN Port 2
The provided Internet connection is Gigabit Ethernet(PCI Express Gigabit), 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.
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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
Connect the Center/Subwoofer speakers to this connector.
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.
1-8Connectors Introduction
13
6
13
14
17
16
1) ATX_12V
2) ATX (Power Connector)
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN
5) PWR_FAN
6) NB_FAN
7) FDD
8) IDE
9) SATA0_SB/SATA1_SB/SATA2_SB/SATA3_SB
10) SATA0_SII/SATA1_SII/SATA2_SII/SATA3_SII
9
5
2
8
7
18
20
4
19
11
15
1012
11) PWR_LED
12) F_PANEL
13) AZALIA_FP
14) CD_IN
15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 / F_USB4
16) F1_1394 / F2_1394
17) IR
18) CLR_CMOS
19) CI
20) BAT
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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.
24
Pin No.Definition
1GND
2GND
13
13
24
3+12V
4+12V
Pin No.Definition
13.3V
1
23.3V
3GND
4VCC
5GND
6VCC
7GND
8Power Good
95V SB(stand by +5V)
10+12V
11+12V
12 3.3V(Only for 24pins ATX)
133.3V
12
14-12V
15GND
16PS_ON(soft On/Off)
17GND
18GND
19GND
20-5V
21VCC
22VCC
23VCC
24GND
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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 ful-proof 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.
1
CPU_FAN
1
SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN
Pin No.Definition
1GND
2+12V
3Sense
4Speed 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)
1
Pin No.Definition
1+12V
2GND
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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.
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2
1
8) IDE (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).
2
34
33
40
1
39
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9) SATA0_SB/SATA1_SB/SATA2_SB/SATA3_SB (Serial ATA Connector, Controlled by ICH6R)
10) SATA0_SII/SATA1_SII/SATA2_SII/SATA3_SII (Serial ATA Connector, Controlled by SiI3114)
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.
1
SATA_SB
(Controlled by ICH6R)
SATA_SII
(Controlled by SiI3114)
7
Pin No.Definition
1GND
2TXP
3TXN
7
1
4GND
5RXN
6RXP
7GND
11) PWR_LED
PWR_LED is connect with the system power indicator to indicate whether the system is on/off. It will
blink when the system enters suspend mode.
Pin No.Definition
1MPD+
2MPD-
1
3MPD-
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12) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)
Please connect the power LED, PC peaker, reset switch and power switch etc of your chassis front
panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.
19
PW-
MSG-
20
NC
RES+
RES-
HD-
HD+
12
Speaker Connector
Power Switch
Message LED/
Power/
Sleep LED
SPEAK-
SPEAK+
PW+
MSG+
HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED)Pin 1: LED anode(+)
(Blue)Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
SPEAK (Speaker Connector)Pin 1: VCC(+)
(Amber)Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
Pin 4: Data(-)
RES (Reset Switch)Open: Normal Operation
(Green)Close: Reset Hardware System
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(-)
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
1MIC2_L
910
2GND
3MIC2_R
12
4-ACZ_DET
5Line2_R
6FSENSE1
7FAUDIO_JD
8No Pin
9LINE2_L
10FSENSE2
Pin No.Definition
1MIC
2GND
3MIC Power
4NC
5Line Out (R)
6NC
7NC
8No Pin
9Line Out (L)
10NC
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.
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
2
10
1
F_ USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3
9
1
F_ USB4
1Power
2Power
3USB DX-
4USB Dy-
5USB DX+
6USB Dy+
7GND
8GND
9No Pin
10NC
Pin No.Definition
1Power
2USB DX-
3USB DX+
4No Pin
5GND
16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 (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
1TPA0+
2TPA0-
3GND
4GND
5TPB0+
6TPB0-
7No Pin
8Power
9Power
10GND
10
9
2
F2_1394
1
Pin No.Definition
1Power
2Power
3TPA1+
4TPA1-
5GND
6GND
7TPB1+
8TPB1-
9Power
10Power
11TPA 2+
12TPA2-
13GND
14No Pin
15TPB2+
16TPB2-
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15
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17) IR
Be careful with the polarity of the IR connector while you connect the IR. Please contact your nearest
dealer for optional IR device.
Pin No.Definition
1
1VCC
2No Pin
3IR RX
4GND
5IR TX
18) 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.
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Open: Normal
1
Short: Clear CMOS
1
19) 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.
Pin No.Definition
1Signal
1
2GND
20) BAT(Battery)
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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
If you want to erase CMOS...
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the battery, wait for 30 second.
3. Re-install the battery.
4. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
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