Gigabyte GA-P41T-USB3L User Manual

GA-P41T-USB3L

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

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-P41TB3L-1001R

dr aobr eht o M

GA-P41T-USB3L

Motherboard

GA-P41T-USB3L

Jan. 15, 2010

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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&Downloads\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....................................................................................................................			6
Optional Items..................................................................................................................			6
GA-P41T-USB3L Motherboard Layout.............................................................................			7
GA-P41T-USB3L 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 Memory......................................................................................		16
1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration......................................................................			16
1-4-2		Installing a Memory ................................................................................................	17
1-5	Installing an Expansion Card..........................................................................		18
1-6	Back Panel Connectors..................................................................................		19
1-7	Internal Connectors........................................................................................		21
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................			29
2-1	Startup Screen................................................................................................		30
2-2	The Main Menu...............................................................................................		31
2-3	MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)........................................................................		33
2-4	Standard CMOS Features..............................................................................		40
2-5	Advanced BIOS Features...............................................................................		42
2-6	Integrated Peripherals....................................................................................		45
2-7	Power Management Setup.............................................................................		48
2-8	PnP/PCI Configurations..................................................................................		50
2-9	PC Health Status............................................................................................		51
2-10	Load Fail-Safe Defaults..................................................................................		52
2-11	Load Optimized Defaults................................................................................		52
2-12	Set Supervisor/User Password.......................................................................		53
2-13	Save & Exit Setup...........................................................................................		54
2-14	Exit Without Saving.........................................................................................		54

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................		55
3-1	Installing Chipset Drivers................................................................................	55
3-2	Application Software.......................................................................................	56
3-3	Technical Manuals..........................................................................................	56
3-4	Contact...........................................................................................................	57
3-5	System............................................................................................................	57
3-6	Download Center............................................................................................	58
3-7	New Utilities....................................................................................................	58

Chapter 4 Unique Features...........................................................................................			59
4-1	Xpress Recovery2..........................................................................................		59
4-2	BIOS Update Utilities......................................................................................		62
	4-2-1	Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility.............................................................	62
	4-2-2	Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility..............................................................	65
4-3	EasyTune 6.....................................................................................................		66
4-4	Easy Energy Saver.........................................................................................		67
4-5	Q-Share..........................................................................................................		69
4-6	SMART Recovery...........................................................................................		70

Chapter 5 Appendix		.......................................................................................................	71
5-1	Configuring Audio Input and Output................................................................		71
	5-1-1 .	Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1 - Channel Audio ..................................................................	71
	5-1-2 ..........................................................................................	Configuring S/PDIF Out	74
	5-1-3 .........................................................................	Configuring Microphone Recording	75
	5-1-4 ......................................................................................Using the Sound Recorder		77
5-2	Troubleshooting..............................................................................................		78
	5-2-1 ..................................................................................	Frequently Asked Questions	78
	5-2-2 .....................................................................................	Troubleshooting Procedure	79
5-3	Regulatory ...................................................................................Statements		81

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Box Contents

GA-P41T-USB3L motherboard

Motherboard driver disk

User's Manual

Quick Installation Guide

One IDE cable

Two SATA 3Gb/s cables

I/O Shield

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

•The motherboard image is for reference only.

Optional Items

Floppy disk drive cable (Part No. 12CF1-1FD001-7*R) 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R)

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GA-P41T-USB3L Motherboard Layout

KB_MS
	ATX_12V
COMA	LGA775
COMA
LPT

Coaxial

R_USB30
USB	LAN
		NEC	Intel® G41
AUDIO		D720200F1
AUDIO
F_AUDIO
		PCIEX16	SYS_FAN1
RTL8111D		PCIEX16
RTL8111D
	IT8718	PCIEX1_1
	CODEC	PCIEX1_2
			BAT
CD_IN		PCI1
		PCI1

SPDIF_O

PCI2

PCI3

CPU_FAN

		ATX
P41T-USB3L		IDE
P41T-USB3L
GA-
DDR3 1	DDR3 2	F_PANEL
		F_PANEL
		PWR_FAN
Intel® ICH7
CLR_CMOS		SATA2_3
CLR_CMOS		SATA2_2
		SATA2_2
F_USB1 F_USB2		SATA2_1
		SATA2_0
M_BIOS	B_BIOS

FDD

SYS_FAN2

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GA-P41T-USB3L Block Diagram

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

1 PCI Express x16

x16

PCI Express x16

2 USB 3.0

LAN

RJ45

NEC

D720200F1

RTL8111D

PCI Express Bus

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz) 2 PCI Express x1

PCI Bus

3 PCI

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

LGA775

CPU CLK+/-

(333/266/200 MHz)

CPU

Host

Interface

DDR3 1333 (O.C.)/1066/800 MHz

Intel® G41

Dual Channel Memory

GMCH CLK

(333/266/200 MHz)

Dual BIOS

ATA-100/66/33

IDE Channel

Intel® ICH7

4 SATA 3Gb/s

8 USB 2.0/1.1 (Note)

Floppy

IT8718

LPT Port

CODEC

COM Port

PS/2 KB/Mouse

Speaker Out) Speaker Out) Speaker Out)

S/PDIF Out

(Front (Rear

(Center/Subwoofer Line

In -

Out -

Line

MIC

(Note) Two share the same ports with USB 3.0.

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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 w Support for an Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme processor/

		Intel® Core™ 2 Quad processor/Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor/
		Intel® Pentium® processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA775 package
		(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
	w L2 cache varies with CPU
Front Side Bus	w	1333/1066/800 MHz FSB

Chipset	w	North Bridge: Intel® G41 Express Chipset
	w South Bridge: Intel® ICH7
Memory		2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory (Note 1)
	w Dual channel memory architecture
	w	Support for DDR3 1333 (O.C.)/1066/800 MHz memory modules
		(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)
Audio		Realtek ALC892 codec
		High Definition Audio
	 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note 2)
	 Support for S/PDIF In/Out
	 Support for CD In
LAN		1 x Realtek RTL8111D chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots		1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
	 2 x PCI Express x1 slots
	w 3 x PCI slots
Storage Interface		South Bridge:
		-	1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices
		-	4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices
		iTE IT8718 chip:
		-	1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive
USB		Integrated in the South Bridge
		-	Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel (Note 3), 4 via the USB
			brackets connected to the internal USB headers)
	w	NEC D720200F1 chip:
		-	Up to 2 USB 3.0 ports on the back panel

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Internal	w	1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors	w	1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
	w	1 x floppy disk drive connector
	w	1 x IDE connector
	w	4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
	w	1 x CPU fan header
	w	2 x system fan headers
	w	1 x power fan header
	w	1 x front panel header
	w	1 x front panel audio header
	w	1 x CD In connector
	w	1 x S/PDIF Out header
	w	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
	w	1 x clearing CMOS jumper
Back Panel	w	1 x PS/2 keyboard port
Connectors	w	1 x PS/2 mouse port
		1 x parallel port
		1 x serial port
	w	1 x coaxial S/PDIF Out connector
	w	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	w	1 x RJ-45 port
	w	2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
	w	3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O	w	iTE IT8718

Hardware Monitor w		System voltage detection
	w	CPU/System temperature detection
	w	CPU/System/Power fan speed detection
	w	CPU overheating warning
	w	CPU/System/Power fan fail warning
	w	CPU fan speed control (Note 4)

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BIOS	w	2 x 8 Mbit flash
	w	Use of licensed AWARD BIOS

wSupport for DualBIOS™

wPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b

Unique Features w Support for @BIOS w Support for Q-Flash

w Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue w Support for Download Center

w Support for Xpress Install

w Support for Xpress Recovery2 w Support for EasyTune (Note 5)

w Support for Easy Energy Saver (Note 6) w Support for Smart Recovery

w Support for Q-Share

Bundled Software w Norton Internet Security (OEM version)

Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP

Form Factor	w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19.5cm

(Note 1) Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB.

(Note 2) To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

(Note 3) Two share the same ports with USB 3.0.

(Note 4) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.

(Note 6) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install the Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme/ Core™ 2 Quad/

Core™ 2 Duo/ Pentium Dual-Core/ Celeron Dual-Core/ Celeron 400 Series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver.

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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	Alignment Key
	Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

LGA775 CPU

Notch	Notch
	Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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Hardware Installation

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:

Remove the protective socket cover from the load plate. (To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is not installed.)

Step 2:

Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.)

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.

Step 5:

Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked 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.)

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 5:

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

							Male Push
Direction of the							Pin
Arrow Sign on
the Male Push							The Top
Pin							The Top
							of Female
							Push Pin
							Female
							Push Pin

Step 2:

Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow signon 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 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 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 two DDR3 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 two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following:

Channel 0: DDR3_1 Channel 1: DDR3_2

DDR3_2

DDR3_1

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 DDR3 memory module is installed.

2.When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

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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.

DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.

Notch

DDR3 DIMM

A DDR3 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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Hardware Installation

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 PCI Express 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.

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.

Serial Port

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

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.

USB 3.0/2.0 Port

The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a 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/

Activity LED

Connection/Speed LED:

Activity LED:

Speed LED

State

Description

State

Description

Orange

1 Gbps data rate

Blinking

Data transmission or receiving is occurring

Green

100 Mbps data rate

Off

No data transmission or receiving is occurring

LAN Port

Off

10 Mbps data rate

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

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

•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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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.

To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the

multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. 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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1-7 Internal Connectors

			7
			2
	10		9
	4		9
	4
			14
	15		5
	11		8
			8
	12
			6
		13	4
1)	ATX_12V	9)	F_PANEL
2)	ATX	10)	F_AUDIO
3)	CPU_FAN	11)	CD_IN
4)	SYS_FAN1/2	12)	SPDIF_O
5)	PWR_FAN	13)	F_USB1/F_USB2
6)	FDD	14)	CLR_CMOS
7)	IDE	15)	BAT
8)	SATA2_0/1/2/3

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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Hardware Installation

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.

		ATX_12V:
		Pin No.	Definition
3	4	1	GND
1	2	2	GND
	ATX_12V	3	+12V
	ATX_12V	4	+12V
		4	+12V

		ATX:
12	24	Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
		1	3.3V	13	3.3V
		2	3.3V	14	-12V
		3	GND	15	GND
		4	+5V	16	PS_ON (soft On/Off)
		5	GND	17	GND
		6	+5V	18	GND
		7	GND	19	GND
		8	Power Good	20	-5V
		9	5VSB (stand by +5V)	21	+5V
		10	+12V	22	+5V
		11	+12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)	23	+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
1	13	12	3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)	24	GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

ATX

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

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), two 3-pin system fan headers (SYS_FAN1 and SYS_FAN2), 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	1	GND
		1	2	+12V
			2	+12V
	CPU_FAN		3	Sense
			4	Speed Control
			SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN:
1	1		Pin No.	Definition
1			1	GND



SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 PWR_FAN			2	+12V
			3	Sense

•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.

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. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer.

33	1
34	2

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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 (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.

SATA2_3		Pin No.	Definition
7	1	1	GND
SATA2_2		2	TXP
7	1	3	TXN
SATA2_1		4	GND
7	1	5	RXN
SATA2_0		6	RXP
SATA2_0		7	GND
7	1	7	GND
7	1

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

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9)F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

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

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SPEAK-

PWR-

Speaker

SPEAK+

PWR+

Power LED

CI+ CI-

Header

PW-

Chassis Intrusion

RES+

Power Switch

PW+

Reset Switch

RES-

Message/Power/

MSG-

HD-

HD+

Hard Drive

Sleep LED

MSG+

Activity LED

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

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

Connects to the power status indicator on 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.

•CI (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray):

Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.

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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10)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:		For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
2	10	Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
2	10	1	MIC2_L	1	MIC
		2	GND	2	GND
1	9	3	MIC2_R	3	MIC Power
		4	-ACZ_DET	4	NC
		5	LINE2_R	5	Line Out (R)
		6	GND	6	NC
		7	FAUDIO_JD	7	NC
		8	No Pin	8	No Pin
		9	LINE2_L	9	Line Out (L)
		10	GND	10	NC

•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 functionality 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.

11)CD_IN (CD In Connector)

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

1	Pin No.	Definition
	1	CD-L
	2	GND
	3	GND


	4	CD-R

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12)SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.

	Pin No.	Definition
1	1	SPDIFO
	2	GND

13)F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers)

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

		Pin No.	Definition
9	1	1	Power (5V)
9	1	2	Power (5V)
10	2	2	Power (5V)
10	2	3	USB DX-
		3	USB DX-
		4	USB DY-
		5	USB DX+
		6	USB DY+
		7	GND
		8	GND
		9	No Pin
		10	NC

•Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header.

•Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

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