GIGABYTE GA-EP45-EXTREME Owner's Manual

GA-EP45-EXTREME

LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® Core Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family

User's Manual

Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45EXT-1001R

processor family/

Jun. 6, 2008

GA-EP45-EXTREME

Motherboard

Jun. 6, 2008

GA-EP45-EXTREME

Motherboard

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information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website.

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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

Table of Contents

Box Contents ................................................................................................................. 6

Optional Items................................................................................................................. 6

GA-EP45-EXTREME Motherboard Layout .................................................................... 7

Block Diagram................................................................................................................ 8

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

1-1 Installation Precautions .....................................................................................9

1-2 Product Specifications .................................................................................... 10

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler.............................................................. 13

1-3-1 Installing the CPU ................................................................................................ 13

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ...................................................................................15

1- 4 Installing the Hybrid Silent-Pipe Module......................................................... 16

1- 5 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 17

1-5-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ................................................................ 17

1-5-2 Installing a Memory............................................................................................. 18

1- 6 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 19

1- 7 Installing the SAT A Bracket............................................................................. 20

1- 8 Back Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 21

1- 9 Onboard LEDs and Switches......................................................................... 23

1-10 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 25

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................. 37

2-1 Startup Screen................................................................................................ 38

2- 2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 39

2- 3 MB Intelligent T weaker(M.I.T.)....................................................................... 41

2- 4 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 48

2-5 Advanced BIOS Features.............................................................................. 50

2-6 Integrated Peripherals .....................................................................................53

2- 7 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 56

2- 8 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 58

2- 9 PC Health Status ...........................................................................................59

2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults................................................................................... 61

2- 1 1 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 61

2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password..................................................................... 62

2-13 Save & Exit Setup......................................................................................... 63

2-14 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 63

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ...................................................................................... 65

3- 1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 65

3- 2 Application Software .......................................................................................66

3- 3 Technical Manuals.......................................................................................... 66

3-4 Contact........................................................................................................... 67

3-5 System........................................................................................................... 67

3- 6 Download Center............................................................................................ 68

Chapter 4 Unique Features......................................................................................... 69

4- 1 Xpress Recovery2 ......................................................................................... 6 9

4-2 BIOS Update Utilities..................................................................................... 74

4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility ...................................................... 74

4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ....................................................... 77

4- 3 EasyTune 6.................................................................................................... 78

4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced ................................................................ 79

4-5 Q-Share ......................................................................................................... 81

4-6 Time Repair .................................................................................................... 82

4-7 Teaming.......................................................................................................... 83

Chapter 5 Appendix .................................................................................................... 85

5- 1 Configuring SA TA Hard Drive(s) .................................................................... 85

5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller......................................................... 85

5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette..................................................... 91

5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...................... 93

5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output................................................................. 98

5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ............................................................ 98

5-2-2 Installing the S/PDIF In Cable (Optional)......................................................... 100

5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function .................................................. 102

5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording ................................................................. 103

5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder ............................................................................... 105

5-3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 106

5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................... 106

5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ..............................................................................107

5-4 POST Error Code ........................................................................................ 109

Regulatory Statements ................................................................................................113

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Box Contents

GA-EP45-EXTREME motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O shield One 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket One Hybrid Silent-Pipe module kit

• The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.

• The motherboard image is for reference only.

Optional Items

2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-01R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW -01R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R)

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GA-EP45-EXTREME Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

R_SPDIF

R_USB

USB_LAN2

USB_LAN1

AUDIO

RTL8111C

CODEC

IT8720

CMOS_SW

CD_IN

SPDIF_O

COMA

ATX_12V_2X

BAT

F_AUDIO

PCI1

PCIEX16_1

PCI2

PCI3

SPDIF_I

PCIEX8_1

PCIEX4_1

RTL8111C

PCIEX1_1

NB_LED1/2/3

LGA775

NBT_LED1/2

TSB43AB23

Intel® P45

CPU_FAN

Intel® ICH10R

IT8213

F_LED1/2/3/4/5

CPU_LED1/2/3

CT_LED1/2

GA-EP45- EXTREME

DDR2_1

CLR_CMOS

DDR2_2

M_BIOS

B_BIOS

SB_LED1/2/3

SYS_FAN1

PWR_LED

DDR2_3

DDR2_4

RST_SW

F_PANEL

ATX

PHASE LED

PWR_FAN

DDR_LED1/2/3

FDD

SATA2_2

SATA2_4

IDE

SATA2_0 SATA2_1

SATA2_3

SATA2_5

Debug LED

PW_SW

(Note)

F2_1394SYS_FAN2

F_USB2

F_USB1F3_1394F1_1394

(Note) For error code information, please refer to Chapter 5.

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Block Diagram

PCIe CLK (100 MHz)

LGA775

Processor

CPU CLK+/-

(400/333/266/200 MHz)

PCIe CLK (100 MHz)

PCI Express x3

PCIe CLK

PCI Express x1

(100 MHz)

PCI Express Bus

PCIe CLK (100 MHz)

PCI Bus

TSB43AB23

3 IEEE 1394a

Switch

PCI Express x16

Switch

LAN1

RJ45

IT8213

ATA-133/100/ 66/33 IDE Channel

x16x8

LAN2 RJ45

RTL

8111C

RTL

8111C

Intel

P45

Intel

ICH10R

CODEC

MIC

Line-Out

Host

Interface

Line-In

SPDIF In

DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz

Dual Channel Memory

MCH CLK (400/333/266/200 MHz)

Dual BIOS

6 SATA 3Gb/s

12 USB Ports

LPC Bus

IT8720

COM Port

PS/2 KB/Mouse

SPDIF Out

Floppy

3 PCI

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures:

• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure they are connected tightly and securely.

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

• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic

components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.

• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container.

• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off.

• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard.

• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.

• T o prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface

• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.

• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system

components as well as physical harm to the user.

• 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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1-2 Product Specifications

CPU  Support for an Intel® Core

Intel® Core

2 Quad processor/Intel® Core Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

 L2 cache varies with CPU Front Side Bus  1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB Chipset  North Bridge: Intel® P45 Express Chipset

 South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R Memory  4 x 1.8V DDR 2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 8 GB of system memory

 Dual channel memory architecture

 Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

Audio  Realtek ALC889A codec

 High Definition Audio

 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

 Support for Dolby® Home Theater

 Support for S/PDIF In/Out

 Support for CD In LAN  2 x Realtek 8111C chips (10/100/1000 Mbit)

 Support for Teaming Expansion Slots  1 x PCI Express x16 slot

 1 x PCI Express x8 slot

(The PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX8_1 slots support ATI CrossFireXTM technology and conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)

 1 x PCI Express x4 slot

 1 x PCI Express x1 slot

 3 x PCI slots

Storage Interface  South Bridge:

- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices

- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10

 iTE IT8213 chip:

- 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices

 iTE IT8720 chip:

- 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive

IEEE 1394  T.I. TSB43AB23 chip

 Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (via the IEEE 1394a brackets connected to the

internal IEEE 1394a headers)

2 Extreme processor/

(Note 3)

(Note 4)

(Note 2)

2 Duo processor/

(Note 1)

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USB  Integrated in the South Bridge

 Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets

connected to the internal USB headers)

Internal Connectors  1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector

 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector

 1 x floppy disk drive connector

 1 x IDE connector

 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

 1 x CPU fan header

 2 x system fan headers

 1 x power fan header

 1 x front panel header

 1 x front panel audio header

 1 x CD In connector

 1 x S/PDIF In header

 1 x S/PDIF Out header

 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers

 3 x IEEE 1394a headers

 1 x serial port header

 1 x power LED header

 1 x chassis intrusion header

 1 x power switch

 1 x reset switch

Back Panel  1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors  1 x PS/2 mouse port

 1 x coaxial S/PDIF Out connector

 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector

 1 x clearing CMOS switch

 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

 2 x RJ-45 ports

 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/Side

Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller  iTE IT8720 chip Hardware Monitor  System voltage detection

 CPU/System/North Bridge temperature detection  CPU/System/Power fan speed detection  CPU overheating warning  CPU/System/Power fan fail warning  CPU/System fan speed control

(Note 5)

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BIOS  2 x 8 Mbit flash

 Use of licensed AWARD BIOS  Support for DualBIOS

 PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b

Unique Features  Support for @BIOS

 Support for Q-Flash  Support for Virtual Dual BIOS  Support for Download Center  Support for Xpress Install  Support for Xpress Recovery2  Support for EasyTune

(Note 6)

 Support for Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced  Support for Time Repair  Support for Q-Share

Bundled Software  Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System  Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP Form Factor  ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

(Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical

memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) For Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system only. (Note 3) If you are installing one PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot

for optimum performance. When both of the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX8_1 slots are installed with

expansion cards, the PCIEX16_1 will operate at x8 mode. (Note 4) The PCI Express x4 slot shares bandwidth with the PCI Express x1 slot. When it is

populated with a PCI Express x4 card, the PCI Express x1 slot become unavailable. (Note 5) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/

system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.

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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:

• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.

• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)

• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.

• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and

damage of the CPU may occur.

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

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

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

LGA775 CPU Socket

Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

LGA 775 CPU

NotchNotch

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard 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.

CPU Socket Lever

Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever.

Step 3: Lift the metal load plate on the CPU socket.

Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position.

Step 2: Remove the protective socket cover.

Step 4: Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position.

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the example cooler.)

Male

Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin

Push Pin

The Top of Female Push Pin

Female Push Pin

Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.

Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Push down on the push pins diagonally.

Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)

Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down each push pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.)

Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture above, the installation is complete.

Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard.

Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.

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1-4 Installing the Hybrid Silent-Pipe Module

Read the following guideline before you begin to install the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module:

If you want to connect the front audio module from your chassis to the F_AUDIO connector on the motherboard, be sure to connect it before installing the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module to avoid interference.

Hybrid Silent-Pipe

Follow the steps below to install the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module:

Step 1: Apply an even thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the North Bridge heatsink base and it grooves.

Step 3: Secure the Hybrid Silent-Pipe heatsink to the heatsink base by the included screws.(Use one hand to hold the top of the fins to avoid shaking.)

Step 5: Secure the Hybrid Silent-Pipe bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw to complete the installation.

Tools needed:

1. A Philip's screwdriver

2. Thermal grease

3. Screws included with the motherboard

Step 2: Position the heatpipe underneath the heatsink of the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module into the tunnel of the North Bridge heasink base.

Step 4: The picture on the left shows that four screws are fastened to the heatsink and heatsink base.

(Note) The components received may vary in appearance from the products illustrated.

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1-5 Installing 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. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

• 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.

1-5-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.

The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_2 Channel 1: DDR2_3, DDR2_4

Dual Channel Memory Configurations T able

Two Modules

Four Modules

(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory)

DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DS/SS - - DS/SS - -

- - DS/SS - - DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

DDR2_3

DDR2_4

DDR2_1

DDR2_2

Due to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR2 memory module is installed.

2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR2 sockets for optimum performance.

When memory modules of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says memory is operating in Flex Memory Mode will appear during the POST. Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be populated and remain in Dual Channel mode/performance.

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1-5-2 Installing a Memory

Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard.

Notch

DDR2 DIMM

A DDR2 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets.

Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2: The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

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1-6 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:

• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card.

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

PCI Express x1 Slot

PCI Express x16/x8/x4 Slot

PCI Slot

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(s).

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.

Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card:

• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock.

• Removing the Card: Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot.

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1-7 Installing the SATA Bracket

The SATA bracket allows you to connect external SATA device(s) to your system by expanding the internal SATA port(s) to the chassis back panel.

• Turn off your system and the power switch on the power supply before installing or removing the SATA bracket and SATA power cable to prevent damage to hardware.

• Insert the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable securely into the corresponding connectors when installing.

SATA Bracket

External

SATA

Connector

Power

Connector

External SATA

Connector

Follow the steps below to install the SATA bracket:

Step 1: Locate one free PCI slot and secure the SATA bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

Step 3: Connect the power cable from the bracket to the power supply.

Step 5: Connect the other ends of the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable to your SATA device. For SATA device in external enclosure, you only need to connect the SATA signal cable. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off the power of the external enclosure.

SATA Signal Cable SATA Power Cable

The SATA bracket includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one SATA power cable.

Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket to the SATA port on your motherboard.

Step 4: Plug one end of the SATA signal cable into the external SATA connector on the bracket. Then attach the SATA power cable to the power connector on the bracket.

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1-8 Back Panel Connectors

clr CMOS

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port

Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

Optical S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector.

Clearing CMOS Switch

Press the clearing CMOS switch to clear CMOS values.

USB Port

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

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Connection/ Speed LED

LAN Port

Activity LED

Connection/Speed LED:

State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate Green 100 Mbps data rate Off 10 Mbps data rate

Activity LED:

State Description Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.

• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration.

Line In Jack (Blue)

The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack ( ). Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/

7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

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1-9 Onboard LEDs and Switches

Overvoltage LEDs

This motherboard contains 4 sets of overvoltage LEDs which indicate the overvoltage level of the CPU, memory, North Bridge, and South Bridge.

CPU (CPU Voltage)

Off: Normal condition CPU_LED1: Level 1 (Slight, green) CPU_LED2: Level 2 (Moderate, yellow) CPU_LED3: Level 3 (High, red)

North Bridge (NB Voltage)

Off: Normal condition NB_LED1: Level 1 (Slight, green) NB_LED2: Level 2 (Moderate, yellow) NB_LED3: Level 3 (High, red)

Overclock LEDs

The onboard CPU overclock LEDs indicate on which level the CPU is overclocked. The higher the overclock level, the more the number of lighted LEDs.

CPU (Frequency LED)

Off: Normal condition F_LED1~F_LED5 : Blue

Memory (DDR Voltage)

Off: Normal condition DDR_LED1:Level 1 (Slight, green) DDR_LED2: Level 2 (Moderate, yellow) DDR_LED3: Level 3 (High, red)

South Bridge (SB Voltage)

Off: Normal condition SB_LED1:Level 1 (Slight, green) SB_LED2: Level 2 (Moderate, yellow) SB_LED3: Level 3 (High, red)

Temperature Indicator LEDs

The two sets of temperature indicator LEDs indicate the temperature level of the CPU and North Bridge. The LEDs are off when the temperature is below 60oC; the green LED lights up when the temperature is between 61~80oC; the red LED is illuminated when the temperature exceeds 80oC.

CPU (CPU TEMP)

Off: Below 60 CT_LED1: 61~ 80 CT_LED2: Over 80

C (green)

C (red)

North Bridge (NB TEMP)

Off: Below 60oC NBT_LED1: 61~ 80 NBT_LED2: Over 80

C (green)

C (red)

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Quick Switches

This motherboard has 3 quick switches: power switch, reset switch and clearing CMOS switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/off or reset the system or clear the CMOS values.

PW_SW: Power switch RST_SW: Reset switch CMOS_SW: Clearing CMOS switch

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1-10 Internal Connectors

10 12

14 15

1) ATX_12V_2X

2) ATX

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2

5) PWR_FAN

6) FDD

7) IDE

8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5

9) PWR_LED

10) B AT

11) F_PANEL

4 16 918

19 7

2017

12) F_AUDIO

13) CD_IN

14) SPDIF_I

15) SPDIF_O

16) F_USB1/F_USB2

17) F1_1394/F2_1394/F3_1394

18) COMA

19) CI

20) CLR_CMOS

21) PHASE_LED

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.

• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

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1/2) ATX_12V_2X/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main 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, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

• To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

• The ATX_12V_2X power connector is compatible with power supplies with 2x2 12V power connector. When using a power supply providing a 2x4 12V and power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cables into pins under the protective covers when using a power supply providing a 2x2 12V power connector.

ATX_12V_2X:

Pin No. Definition

ATX_12V_2X

1 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V

131

ATX

ATX :

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 (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) 12 3.3V (Only for 2x12 pin ATX)

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Pin No. Definition

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 (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2x12 pin A TX)

3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_F AN1/SYS_F AN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers)

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Each fan header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation. Most fans are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

CPU_FAN:

Pin No. Definition

CPU_FAN

SYS_FAN2

SYS_FAN1

PWR_FAN

• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.

• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

1 GND 2 +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control

SYS_FAN2:

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 Speed Control 3 Sense 4 +5V

SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN:

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 +12V 3 Sense

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6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector)

This connector is used to connect a floppy disk drive. The types of floppy disk drives supported are: 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be sure to locate pin 1 of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. The pin 1 of the cable is typically designated by a stripe of different color.

7) IDE (IDE Connector)

The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling according to the role of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.)

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8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SA TA 3Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The ICH10R controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

SATA2_2

SATA2_1 SATA2_0

SATA2_3

771 1

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND

SATA2_4

771

SATA2_5

Please connect the L-shaped end of the SATA 3Gb/s cable to your SATA hard drive.

• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard drives are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

• A RAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not have to be an even number.)

• A RAID 10 configuration requires at least four hard drives and the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

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9) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header)

This header can be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to indicate system power status. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

Pin No. Definition

1 MPD+

2 MPD3 MPD-

System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off

10) BAT (BATTERY)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)

3. Replace the battery.

4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.

• Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced

with an incorrect model.

• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the battery model.

• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up).

• Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.

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