GIGABYTE GA-MA78G-DS3H, GA-MA78G-DS3HP Owner's Manual

GA-MA78G-DS3H/ GA-MA78G-DS3HP

AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/AMD PhenomTM X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD Sempron AMD SempronTM processor

User's Manual

Rev. 2002 12ME-MA78GDS3H-2002R

X2 processor/

Oct. 8, 2008

GA-MA78G-DS3HP

Motherboard

Oct. 8, 2008

Motherboard

GA-MA78G-DS3HP

Sept. 24, 2008

GA-MA78G-DS3H

Motherboard

Sept. 24, 2008

Motherboard

GA-MA78G-DS3H

Disclaimer

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Documentation Classifications

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 For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.  For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.  For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the

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

For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw

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 ................................................................................................................. 7

Optional Items................................................................................................................. 7

GA-MA78G-DS3H/DS3HP Motherboard Layout............................................................ 8

Block Diagram................................................................................................................ 9

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ...................................................................................11

1-1 Installation Precautions ....................................................................................11

1-2 Product Specifications .................................................................................... 12

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

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

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ................................................................................... 17

1- 4 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 18

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ................................................................ 18

1-4-2 Installing a Memory............................................................................................. 19

1- 5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 2 0

1- 6 Back Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 2 1

1- 7 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 24

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................. 35

2-1 Startup Screen................................................................................................ 36

2- 2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 3 7

2- 3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)....................................................................... 39

2- 4 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 4 3

2-5 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 45

2-6 Integrated Peripherals ..................................................................................... 48

2- 7 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 51

2- 8 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 53

2- 8 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 5 4

2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults................................................................................... 56

2- 1 1 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 56

2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password..................................................................... 57

2-13 Save & Exit Setup......................................................................................... 58

2-14 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 58

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ...................................................................................... 59

3- 1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 59

3- 2 Application Software ....................................................................................... 60

3-3 Technical Manuals.......................................................................................... 60

3-4 Contact........................................................................................................... 61

3-5 System...........................................................................................................61

3- 6 Download Center............................................................................................ 62

Chapter 4 Unique Features......................................................................................... 63

4- 1 Xpress Recovery2 ......................................................................................... 63

4-2 BIOS Update Utilities..................................................................................... 68

4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility ...................................................... 68

4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ....................................................... 71

4- 3 EasyTune 5 Pro............................................................................................. 72

Chapter 5 Appendix .................................................................................................... 73

5- 1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) .................................................................... 7 3

5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller......................................................... 73

5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette for Windows XP........................ 79

5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...................... 80

5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output................................................................. 85

5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ............................................................ 85

5-2-2 Installing the S/PDIF In and Out Cable (Optional)............................................ 87

5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function .................................................... 89

5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording ................................................................... 90

5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder ................................................................................. 92

5-3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 93

5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................. 93

5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ................................................................................ 94

5-4 Regulatory Statements ................................................................................... 96

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Box Contents

GA-MA78G-DS3H or GA-MA78G-DS3HP motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield

• 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) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) S/PDIF in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-11R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R)

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GA-MA78G-DS3H/DS3HP Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

ATX_12V

DVI

OPTICAL

HDMI

USB

AUDIO

VGA

1394

LAN

SYS_FAN2

RTL 8111C

F_AUDIO

PCIEX1_1

PCIEX16_1

PCIEX1_2

CPU_FAN

GA-MA78G-DS3H/DS3HP

Socket AM2

AMD 780G

DDR2_1

DDR2_2

AMD SB700

PWR_FAN

ATX

DDR2_4

DDR2_3

IDE

CD_IN

M_BIOS

CODEC

IT8718

B_ BIOS

PCIEX1_3

PCIEX4_1

SPDIF_IO

PCI1

PCI2

COM

FDD

F_USB2

CLR_CMOS

F_USB1

BATTERY

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F_USB3

F_USB4

TSB43AB23

F_1394_1

F_1394_2

SATA2_1 SATA2_0

SATA2_3 SATA2_2

LPT

PWR_LED SYS_FAN1

SATA2_5 SATA2_4

F_PANEL

Block Diagram

1 PCI Express x4

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

3 PCI Express x1

1 PCI Express x16

PCI Express x16

PCI Express Bus

(Note2)

PCI Bus

TSB43AB23

3 IEEE 1394a

RTL

8111C

RJ45

LAN

AMD Socket

AM2+/AM2

CPU

Hyper Transport 3.0

AMD 780G

AMD SB700

CODEC

CPU CLK+/-(200 MHz)

DDR2 1066/800/667 MHz DIMM

GFX CLK (100 MHz)

DVI-D or HDMI

6 SATA 3Gb/s

ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel

12 USB Ports

LPC BUS

IT8718

Dual Channel Memory

D-Sub

(Note1)

Dual BIOS

Floppy

LPT Port

COM Port

2 PCI

MIC

Line-In

Line-Out

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

Side Speaker Out

PS/2 KB/Mouse

Surround Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

(Note1) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note2) The PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots share bandwidth with the PCIEX4_1 slot. When PCIEX4_1

slot is populated with a x4 card, the PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots become unavailable.

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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.

• To 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 Socket AM2+/AM2 processors:

AMD PhenomTM FX processor/AMD PhenomTM X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD Sempron AMD SempronTM processor

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus  5200/2000 MT/s Chipset  North Bridge: AMD 780G

 South Bridge: AMD SB700

Memory  4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory

 Dual channel memory architecture  Support for DDR2 1066

(Note 2)

/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  Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) Expansion Slots  1 x PCI Express x16 slot

(Note 4)

 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4_1)

(The PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX4_1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)

 3 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots share the

same PCIe bus with the PCIEX4_1 slot)

 2 x PCI slots

Storage Interface  South Bridge:

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

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

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

 iTE IT8718 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 (1 on the back panel, 2 via the IEEE 1394a bracket

connected to the internal IEEE 1394a headers) USB  Integrated in the South Bridge

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

connected to the internal USB headers)

X2 processor/

(Note 3)

, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1)

(Note 5)

(Note 1)

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

 1 x 4-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/Out header  2 x IEEE 1394a headers  4 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers  1 x parallel port header  1 x serial port header  1 x chassis intrusion header  1 x power LED header

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

 1 x D-Sub port  1 x DVI-D port

(Note 6)

 1 x HDMI port  1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector  1 x IEEE 1394a port  4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports  1 x RJ-45 port  6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/Side

Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller  iTE IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor  System voltage detection

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

(Note 7)

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

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Unique Features  Support for @BIOS

 Support for Download Center  Support for Q-Flash  Support for EasyTune

(Note 8)

 Support for Xpress Install  Support for Xpress Recovery2  Support for Virtual Dual BIOS

Bundled Software  Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System  Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP Form Factor  ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.8cm

(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) Whether 1066 MHz memory speed is supported depends on the CPU being used. (Note 3) For Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system only. (Note 4) If you are installing a PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot

for optimum performance. (Note 5) The PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots share bandwidth with the PCIEX4_1 slot. When PCIEX4_1

slot is populated with a x4 card, the PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots become unavailable. (Note 6) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 7) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/

system cooler you install. (Note 8) 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.

• 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 pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU.

A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the Socket

A Small Triangle Marking Denotes CPU Pin One

AM2 Socket

AM2+/AM2 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 Locking Lever

Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever.

Step 2: Align the CPU pin one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the socket. Make 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, lowering the locking lever and latching it into the fully locked position.

Do not force the CPU into the CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs.

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the example.)

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

Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on one side of the retention frame. On the other side, push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the retention frame.

Step 5: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard.

Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the CPU.

Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side (as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.)

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 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.

1-4-1 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_3 Channel 1: DDR2_2, DDR2_4

Dual Channel Memory Configurations T able

DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4

Two Modules

Four Modules

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

DS/SS DS/SS - - - -

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

If two memory modules are to be installed, it is recommended that you install them in the DDR2_1 and DDR2_2 sockets.

DDR2_1

DDR2_2

DDR2_4

DDR2_3

Due to CPU 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.

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1-4-2 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- 5 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 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 PCIEX16_1 slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock.

• Removing the Card: Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot.

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1-6 Back Panel Connectors

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.

D-Sub Port

The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port.

DVI-D Port

The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specifictation. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port.

HDMI Port

The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface to transmit the uncompressed audio/video signals and is HDCP compliant. Connect the HDMI audio/ video device to this port. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of 1920x1080p but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.

• After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the HDMI device. (The item name may differ by operating system. Refer the figures below for details.).

• Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS require the use of an external decoder for decoding.)

In Windows XP, select Start>Control Panel>Sounds and Audio Devices>Audio, set the Default device for sound playback to Realtek HDA HDMI Out.

In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel> Sound, select Realtek HDMI Output and then click Set Default.

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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.

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/ 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

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."

• 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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A. Dual Display Configurations:

This motherboard provides three ports for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. The table below shows the supported dual display configurations.

Dual Display

Combination Supported or Not DVI-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes

B. Playback of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs:

In order to get better playback quality, when playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below.

• CPU: AMD AthlonTM LE1620 or above processor

• Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled

• BIOS Setup: At least 256 MB of UMA Frame Buffer Size (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup,"

"Advanced BIOS Features," for more information)

• Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or above (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is enabled )

File Format Suitable Resolution

Windows XP Windows Vista

Non-protected contents HD-DVD 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p

Blu-ray

1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p

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1-7 Internal Connectors

5 21 14

1) ATX_12V

2) AT X

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN1

5) SYS_FAN2

6) PWR_FAN

7) FDD

8) IDE

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

10) PWR_LED

17 1819

12) F_PANEL

13) F_AUDIO

14) CD_IN

15) SPDIF_IO

16) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 / F_USB4

17) F_1394_1 / F_1394_2

18) LPT

19) COM

20) CI

21) CLR_CMOS

11 9

11) BATTERY

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/ATX (2x2 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 main power connector is compatible with power supplies with 2x10 power connectors. When using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x10 power supply.

13 1

24 12

ATX

ATX_12V

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 A TX) 12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

ATX_12V:

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

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3/4/5/6) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers)

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (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

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

SYS_FAN1:

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 Speed Control 3 Sense 4 +5V

SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN:

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense

PWR_FAN

CPU_FAN

SYS_FAN1

SYS_FAN2

• 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.

7) 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.

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8) 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.)

9) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 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 AMD SB700 controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

SATA2_1

SATA2_0

SATA2_3

SATA2_5

SATA2_4

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

SATA2_2

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

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10) 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

11) 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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12) F_P ANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker and system status indicator on the chassis front panel to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

Speaker

Power Switch

Message/Power/

Sleep LED

• MSG (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow):

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

Connects to the power status indicator o n the chassis front panel. 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).

• PW (Power Switch, Red): Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for more information).

• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for information about beep codes.

• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.

• RES (Reset Switch, Green): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

• NC (Purple): No connection

SPEAK-

SPEAK+

PW+

MSG+

PW-

MSG-

RES+

RES-

HD-

HD+

Reset Switch

Hard Drive

Activity LED

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

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13) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

For HD Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC2_L 2 GND 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 5 LINE2_R 6 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 10 GND

• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functioninality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

14) CD_IN (CD In Connector)

You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to the header.

Pin No. Definition

1 CD-L

2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4NC 5 Line Out (R) 6NC 7NC 8 No Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC

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