Gigabyte GA-M57SLI-S4 User Manual

GA-M57SLI-S4

AMD Athlon AMD Athlon

64 FX / Athlon

64 / Sempron

User's Manual

Rev. 2002 12ME-M57SLI4R-2002R

64 X2 Dual-Core /

AM2 Processor Motherboard

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Apr. 11, 2007

GA-M57SLI-S4

Motherboard

Apr. 11, 2007

GA-M57SLI-S4

Motherboard

Notice

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Product Manual Classification

In order to assist in the use of this product, Gigabyte has categorized the user manual in the following:

 For quick installation, please refer to the "Hardware Installation Guide" included with the

product.

 For detailed product information and specifications, please carefully read the

"Product User Manual".

 For detailed information related to Gigabyte's unique features, please go to "Technology

Guide" section on Gigabyte's website to read or download the information you need.

For more product details, please click onto Gigabyte's website at www.gigabyte.com.tw

Table of Contents

Item Checklist ................................................................................................................. 6

Optional Accessories ...................................................................................................... 6

GA-M57SLI-S4 Motherboard Layout ............................................................................. 7

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

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

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

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

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

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

1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler ............................................................................ 13

1- 4 Installation of Memory .................................................................................... 14

1- 5 Installation of Expansion Cards...................................................................... 16

1- 6 Setup of an SLI (Scalable Link Interface) Configuration .................................. 17

1- 7 I/O Back Panel Introduction ........................................................................... 20

1-8 Connectors Introduction.................................................................................. 22

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................ 33

The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : FAa) ..................................................... 34

2- 1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 36

2-2 Advanced BIOS Features.............................................................................. 38

2-3 Integrated Peripherals..................................................................................... 40

2- 4 Power Management Setup............................................................................. 44

2- 5 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 46

2- 6 PC Health Status........................................................................................... 47

2- 7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)....................................................................... 49

2-8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults................................................................................... 51

2-9 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 51

2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password..................................................................... 52

2-11 Save & Exit Setup......................................................................................... 53

2-12 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 53

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ...................................................................................... 55

3- 1 Install Chipset Drivers.................................................................................... 55

3-2 Software Applications ..................................................................................... 56

3- 3 Driver CD Information .................................................................................... 56

3- 4 Hardware Information ..................................................................................... 57

3-5 Contact Us..................................................................................................... 57

Chapter 4 Appendix ................................................................................................... 59

4- 1 Unique Software Utilities ................................................................................ 59

4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction..................................................................................... 59

4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction ......................................................................... 60

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

4-1-4 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) ........................................................................ 66

4-1-5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8 - Channel Audio Function Introduction ...................................... 76

4-2 Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 81

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Item Checklist

IDE Cable x 1, FDD Cable x 1 SATA 3Gb/s Cable x 4 I/O Shield SLI Bridge (GC-DGBR2-RH) x 1 Retention Bracket x 1

* The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice.

Optional Accessories

 2 Ports USB 2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-51/R)  4 Ports USB 2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-21/R)  2 Ports IEEE 1394a Cable (Part Number: 12CF1-1IE008-01R)  SATA bracket (Part No. 12CF1-3SATPW-01R/11R)  S/PDIF-IN Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R)

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GA-M57SLI-S4 Motherboard Layout

SPDIF_O

SPDIFO_OPT

KB_MS

USB

AUDIO

LPT

COMA

USB

F_AUDIO

CODEC

CD_IN

1394

LAN1

Marvell 88E1116

PCIE_12V

PCIE_1

SPDIF_I

ATX_12V

PCIE_16_1

PCIE_2

PCIE_3

CPU_FAN

Socket AM2

GA-M57SLI-S4

BIOS

DDRII_2

DDRII_1

DDRII_3

nVIDIA nForce 570-SLI

DDRII_4

SATAII1

ATX

PWR_FAN

SATAII2

SATAII3

CLR_CMOS

IDE1

SATAII6 SATAII5 SATAII4

IT8716

PCI2

PCI1

FDD

PCIE_16_2

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F2_1394F1_1394

TSB43AB23

PWR_LED

F_PANEL

F_USB2

F_USB3

BATTERY

F_USB1

SYS_FAN

Block Diagram

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

SLI

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

PCI Express x8

PCI Express x16

PCI Express Bus

3 PCI Express x1

PCI Bus

TSB43AB23

AMD

Socket AM2

CPU

Hyper Transport Bus

nVIDIA

nForce 570-SLI

CODEC

CPU CLK+/-(200 MHz)

DDRII 800/667/533/400 MHz DIMM

Dual Channel Memory

LAN

Marvell

88E1116

BIOS

LPC BUS

RJ45

6 SATA 3Gb/s

ATA-33/66/100/133 IDE Channel

Floppy

LPT Port

IT8716

COM Port

2 PCI

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

3 IEEE 1394a

SPDIF In

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10 USB

Ports

SPDIF Out

MIC

Line-In

Line-Out

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

PS/2 KB/Mouse

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 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  Socket AM2 for AMD AthlonTM 64 FX / AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core /

AthlonTM 64 / SempronTM processor Front Side Bus  2000 MHz Chipset  nVIDIA® nForce 570-SLI LAN  Marvell 88E1116 phy (10/100/1000 Mbit) Audio  Onboard Realtek ALC888 CODEC chip

 Supports High Definition Audio  Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio  Supports S/PDIF In/Out connection  Supports CD In connection

IEEE 1394  Onboard T.I. TSB43AB23 chip

 3 IEEE 1394a ports

Storage  nVIDIA® nForce 570-SLI

- 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 2 FDD devices

- 1 IDE connector with ATA-33/66/100/133 support, allowing connection of 2 IDE devices

- 6 SATA 3Gb/s connectors, allowing connection of 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices

- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and RAID 5 for Serial ATA

O.S Support  Microsoft Windows Vista/2000/XP Memory  4 DDRII DIMM memory slots (supports up to 16 GB memory)

 Supports dual channel DDRII 800/667/533/400 DIMMs  Supports 1.8V DDRII DIMMs  Supports ECC memory

Expanstion Slots  2 PCI Express x16 slots

 3 PCI Express x1 slots  2 PCI slots

Internal Connectors  1 24-pin ATX power connector

 1 4-pin ATX 12V power connector  1 floppy connector  1 IDE connector  6 SATA 3Gb/s connectors  1 CPU fan connector  1 system fan connector  1 power fan connector  1 front panel connector  1 front audio connector  1 CD In connector  1 S/PDIF In connector  3 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cables  2 IEEE 1394a connectors for additional 2 ports by cables  1 chassis intrusion connector  1 power LED connector

(Note 1)

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Rear Panel I/O  1 PS/2 keyboard port

 1 PS/2 mouse port  1 parallel port  1 S/PDIF out port (coaxial)  1 S/PDIF out port (optical)  1 serial port  4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports  1 IEEE 1394a port  1 RJ-45 port  6 audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In / Surround Speaker Out (Rear

Speaker Out) / Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out / Side Speaker Out) I/O Control  IT8716 chip Hardware Monitor  System voltage detection

 CPU temperature detection  CPU / Power / System fan speed detection  CPU warning temperature  CPU / Power / System fan failure warning  Supports CPU Smart Fan function

(Note 2)

BIOS  1 4 Mbit flash ROM

 Use of licensed AWARD BIOS  PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b

Additional Features  Supports @BIOS

 Supports Download Center  Supports Q-Flash  Supports EasyTune

(Note 3)

 Supports Xpress Install  Supports Xpress Recovery2  Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue

Bundle Software  Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Form Factor  ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 23.4cm

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

memory is installed, the actual memory available for the operating system will be less than

4 GB; Windows 64-bit operating system doesn't have such limitation. (Note 2) Whether the CPU Smart FAN Control function is supported will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

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1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler

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 pin 1 marking (the small triangle) on 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 paste between the CPU and CPU cooler.

4. Please make sure the CPU cooler 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.

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU

Check the CPU pins to see that none are bent. Move the socket lever to the unlocked position as shown in Fig. 1 (90o to the plane of the motherboard) prior to inserting the CPU. The pin 1 location is designated on the CPU by a small triangle that corresponds to a triangle marking on the socket as shown in Fig.

2. Align the CPU to the socket and gently lower it into place. Do not force the CPU into the socket.

Fig.1

Socket Lever

Position lever at a 90 degree angle.

Fig.2 Pin 1 location on the socket and processor. Gently place the CPU into position making sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into their holes. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one finger down on the middle of the CPU and gently press the metal lever back into its original position.

Pin One

Please use extra care when installing the CPU. The CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly. Rather than applying force, please change the positioning of the CPU.

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1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler

Fig.1 Before installing the CPU cooler, please first add an even layer of heat paste on the surface of the CPU. Install all the CPU cooler components (Please refer to the cooler manual for detailed installation instructions).

Fig.2 Please connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector located on the motherboard so that the CPU cooler can properly function to prevent CPU overheating.

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 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 DDRII 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.

Notch

DDRII

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.

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Dual Channel Memory Configuration

The GA-M57SLI-S4 supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of Memory Bus will double.

Due to CPU limitation, if you wish to operate the Dual Channel Technology, follow the guidelines below:

1. Dual Channel mode will not be enabled if only one memory module is installed.

2. To enable Dual Channel mode with two memory modules (it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed), you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color.

3. To enable Dual Channel mode with four memory modules, it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed.

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

DIMM Socket 2 memory modules

4 memory modules

If two memory modules are to be used to achieve Dual Channel mode, we recommend installing them in DDRII_1 and DDRII_2 DIMM sockets.

DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_ 3 DDRII_4 DS/SS DS/SS - - - -

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1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards

To install your expansion card, follow the steps below.

1. Disconnect your system from its power source and read the expansion card's installation manual before installing the expansion card in the computer.

2. Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. Ground yourself to prevent damage to your computer resulting from Electrostatic discharge (ESD).

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

4. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are fully 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, configure required settings for the expansion card in system BIOS Setup.

8. Install related driver in the operating system.

For example: Installing a PCI Express x16 VGA card:

To install the VGA card: Please align the VGA card with the PCI Express x16 slot and press down on the card. Make sure the VGA card is locked by the small white drawable bar.

To remove the VGA card : Please carefully pull out the small white-drawable bar at the end of the PCI Express x16 slot when you try to uninstall the VGA card.

Or you can also press the latch on the opposite side of the drawable bar as the picture to the left shows.

The motherboard includes a PCIE_12V power connector, which provides extra power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot. When installing two graphics cards, please connect the power cable from the power supply to this connector.

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1-6 Setup of an SLI (Scalable Link Interface) Configuration

The NVIDIA nForce 570-SLI chipset offers blistering graphics performance with the ability to bridge two NVIDIA SLI-ready PCI ExpressTM graphics cards! The SLI design takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of the PCI ExpressTM bus architecture, features hardware and software innovations within NVIDIA GPU (graphics processing unit) and the NVIDIA nForce 570-SLI chipset. Together, the NVIDIA SLI technologies work seamlessly to allow two graphics cards to operate in parallel and share the work and deliver heart-pounding PC performance. This section provides instructions on configuring an SLI system.

Before you begin--

The exact power requirements 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 SLI graphics cards. Please refer to the table below to see recommended power for different systems.

To enable the SLI function, install two SLI-ready graphics cards into the PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2 slots. (It is recommended to use graphics cards of identical brand and chips. For example: GIGABYTE GV-NX76T256D-RH.) 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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Connecting Two Graphics Cards:

Step 1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card"

and install two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model on the PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2 slots.

Step 2: Insert the SLI bridge (the GC-DGBR2-RH) in the SLI gold

edge connectors on top of both cards. Make sure the two mini female slots on the bridge connector securely fit onto the SLI gold edge connetors of both cards.

Female slots on the bridge connector

Gold edge connector on the top of graphics card

Step 3: In order to securely fix the bridge connector beween the

two cards, you must install the retention bracket included with the motherboard and secure the retention bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

place this part on the top of the bridge connector.

retention bracket

Step 4: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the

PCIE_16_1 slot

(Note)

(Note) To enable the SLI function, you must plug the display cable into the graphics card on the

PCIE_16_1 slot.

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Configuring the Graphics Card Driver:

Step 1: After installing graphics card driver in operating system,

right-click the NVIDIA icon in your system tray and then select NVIDIA Display. The NVIDIA control panel will appear.

Step 2: Select SLI multi-GPU in the side menu and then

select the Enable SLI multi-GPU checkbox in the SLI multi-GPU dialog box. System will restart after you click Apply. Then the SLI configuration is completed.

Note: The SLI configuration screen may differ by driver version. Refer to the user's manual that came with your graphics card for more information about enabing SLI mode.

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1-7 I/O Back Panel Introduction

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.

Parallel Port

Use the parallel port to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. The parallel port is also called a printer port.

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.

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.

Serial Port

Use the serial port to connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals.

IEEE 1394a Port

The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device.

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/

LAN Port

Activity LEDSpeed LED

State Description Orange 1 Gpbs data rate Green 100 Mpbs data rate Off 10 Mpbs data rate

Connection/Activity LED:Speed LED:

State Description Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring On

No data transmission or receiving

Off LAN link is not established

is occurring

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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 6/8-channel audio configuration.

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/6/8-channel audio configuration.

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 8-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 4/6/8-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 ( ). Please refer to the 2-/4-/6-/8- channel audio setup steps for detailed software configuration information.

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1-8 Connectors Introduction

15 14

1) ATX_12V

2) ATX (Power Connector)

3) PCIE_12V

4) CPU_FAN

5) SYS_FAN

6) PWR_FAN

7) FDD

8) IDE1

9) S ATAII1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

10) BATTERY

19 10 16

17 18

11) F_PANEL

12) PWR_LED

13) F_AUDIO

14) CD_IN

15) SPDIF_I

16) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3

17) F1_1394 / F2_1394

18) CI

19) CLR_CMOS

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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 (400W 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.

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ATX_12V

131

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 1 1 +12V(Only for 24-pin A TX) 12 3.3V(Only for 24-pin ATX)

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 GND 3 +12V 4 +12V

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 24-pin ATX) 24 GND(Only for 24-pin ATX)

ATX

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3) PCIE_12V (Power Connector)

This power connector provides extra power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot. When installing two graphics cards, please connect the power cable from the power supply to this connector, or system instability may occur.

PIin No. Definition

1NC 2 GND 3 GND 4 +12V

4/5/6) 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). Remember to connect the CPU/system/power fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN/PWR_FAN connector to prevent CPU damage or system hanging caused by overheating.

CPU_FAN :

CPU_FAN

Pin No. Definition

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

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SYS_FAN

PWR_FAN

SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN :

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense

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: 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB and

2.88 MB. Before attaching the FDD cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector.

133

234

8) IDE1 (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). Before attaching the IDE cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the IDE connector.

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9) SATAII1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by nForce 570-SLI)

SATA 3Gb/s can provide up to 300 MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

SATAII6

SATAII5

SATAII4

SATAII1

SATAII2

Pin No. Definition

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

SATAII3

10) BATTERY

If you want to erase CMOS...

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

2. Gently take out the battery and put it aside for about one minute.

3. Re-install the battery.

4. Plug the power cord in and turn on the computer.

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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.

(Or you can use a metal object to connect the positive and negative pins in the battery holder to make them short for five seconds.)

11) 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.

English

Message LED/

Sleep LED

Power

Power/

Switch

PW+

MSG+

MSG-

2 1

HD-

HD+

RES-

Reset Switch

IDE Hard Disk Active LED

RES+

MSG (Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+) (Yellow) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) PW (Power Switch) Open: Normal (Red) Close: Power On/Off SPEAK (Speaker Connector) Pin 1: Power (Amber) Pin 2- Pin 3: NC

Pin 4: Data(-) HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+) (Blue) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) RES (Reset Switch) Open: Normal (Green) Close: Reset Hardware System NC ( Purple) NC

Speaker Connector

PW-

SPEAK+

SPEAK-

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