GIGABYTE MN525MI Owner's Manual

MN525RI MN525MI

Intel® D525 Processor Motherboards

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

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Table of Contents

MN525RI Motherboard Layout ........................................................................................4

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................6

1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 6

1-2 ProductSpecications ...................................................................................... 7

1-3 Installing the Memory ....................................................................................... 9

1-3-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration .......................................................................9

1-3-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................10

1-4 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 11

1-5 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 12

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MN525RI Motherboard Layout

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Item Code Description

1 ESATA1 eSATA port 2 BATTERY Battery socket 3 USB_LAN1 USB ports and LAN port 4 CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper 5 USB_LAN2 USB ports and LAN port 6 VGA VGA port 7 ATX_12V 4 pin power connector 8 FAN1 CPU fan cable connector

9 FAN2 System fan cable connector 10 CPU_HS Processor 11 SODIMMA DDR3 SO-DIMM slot 12 SODIMMB DDR3 SO-DIMM slot 13 ATX 24 pin power connector 14 F_PANEL Front panel connector 15 SATAII1~5 SATA cable connectors 16 F_USB2 Front USB cable connector 17 F_USB1 Front USB cable connector 18 PCIE4X PCI-E x4 slot 19 80H LPC80 connector 20 COM Serial cable connector

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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 com-

ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,

keep your hands dry and rst 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 sup-

ply 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 hard-

ware 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 sys-

tem 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 certied computer technician.

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