Gigabyte Xeon Processor Motherboard GA-5YXS-RH, GA-5YXS1-RH User Manual

USER’S MANUAL

GA-5YXS1-RH/GA-5YXS-RH

Xeon® Processor Motherboard

Xeon

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Processor Motherboard

Rev. 1001

* The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with

user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point
for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!!

* The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.

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Table of Content

Item Checklist ........................................................................................3

Chapter 1 Introduction............................................................................4

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation ............................................................................ 4

1-2 Features Summary .................................................................................................... 5

1-3 GA-5YXS1-RH/GA-5YXS-RH Motherboard Components ....................................... 7

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process..............................................9

2-1 Installing Processor and CPU Haet Sink.................................................................. 9

2-1-1: Installing CPU ......................................................................................................... 9

2-1-2: Installing Cooling Fan........................................................................................... 10

2-2 Install Memory Modules ............................................................................................11

2-3 Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply .................................. 13

2-3-1 : I/O Back Panel Introduction................................................................................ 13

2-4 Connectors Introduction & Jumper Setting ............................................................ 15

2-5 Block Diagram........................................................................................................... 24

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup ..........................................................................25

Main........................................................................................................... 27

Advanced Processor Options ........................................................................................ 29

Advanced ...................................................................................................31

Memory Configuration ..................................................................................................... 32

PCI Configuration............................................................................................................. 33

I/O Device Configuration................................................................................................. 35

Advanced Chipset Control ............................................................................................. 38

Hardware Monitor ............................................................................................................ 39

Security ......................................................................................................41

Server.........................................................................................................43

System Management...................................................................................................... 44

Console Redirection........................................................................................................ 45

Boot............................................................................................................48

Exit .............................................................................................................49

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Introduction

; The GA-5YXS-RH motherboard (For GA-5YXS-RH)
; The GA-5YXS1-RH motherboard (For GA-5YXS1-RH)
; Serial ATA cable x 4
; IDE (AT A133 ) cable x 1 / Floppy cable x 1
; I/O Shield Kit
; CD for motherboard driver & utility
; GA-5YXS-RH/GA-5YXS1-RH Quick Reference Guide

Item Checklist

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

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Chapter 1 Introduction

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation

Preparing Y our 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.

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 Features Summary

Form Factor y 12” x 9.6” ATX form factor, 6 layers PCB.
CPU y Supports single Intel® Xeon® processor

y Intel Xeon

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Dual-Core/Quad-Core processor in LGA 775 socket

y Supports 800/1066/1333MHz FSB

Chipset y Intel® 3200 Chipset

y Intel

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ICH9R

Memory y 4 x DDR2 DIMM sockets

y Supports up to 8GB 667/800 memory
y Dual Channel memory bus
y ECC Unbuffered DDR2 667/800
y Supports 1GB, 2GB memory

I/O Control y ITE IT8718F-S Super I/O
Expansion Slots y Supports 2 PCI slots 32-Bit/33MHz

y Supports 1 PCI-Express x8 slot
y Supports 2 PCI-Express x8 slots (x1 bandwidth)

SATA RAID Controller y Built in LSI SW RAID 0/1/10
On-Board Graphic y XGI Volari Z9s

y 32MB DDR2

Internal Connector y 1 x 24-pin A TX power connector

y 1 x 4-pin A TX power connector
y 1 x IDE connector
y 1 x Floppy connector
y 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for additional 4 ports by cable
y 1 x front panel connecctor
y 1 x CPU Fan connector
y 2 x System Fan connecctor
y 1 x IPMB connecctor
y 1 x SMBus connecctor
y 6 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors

Rear Panel I/O y 2 x PS/2 ports

y 1 x VGA port
y 1 x COM port
y 1 x ID Switch
y 2 x LAN RJ45 ports

Hardware Monitor y Enhanced features with DDR 1.8V, VCC3 (3.3V) , VCORE, CPU

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T emperature, and /System Temperature values viewing

y CPU/System Fan Revolution Detect
y CPU shutdown when overheat

On-Board LAN y Intel® 82566DC & 82573LGbE controllers (GA-5YXS1-RH)

y Intel

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82566DC & 82573VGbE controller (GA-5YXS-RH)

y Supports dual Gigabit LAN ports
y Supports WOL

BIOS y Phoenix BIOS on 8Mb flash ROM

y Support console redirection

Additional Features y PS/2 Mouse wake up from S1 under Windows Operating System

y External Modem wake up
y Supports S1, S4, S5 under Windows Operating System
y Wake on LAN (WOL)
y Wake on Ring (WOR)
y AC Recovery
y Supports 4-pin Fan controller

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1. CP U 22. PCI_1 slot(32bit/33MHz)

2. Intel 3200 23. PCI-E x8 slot

3. Intel ICH9R 24. PCI-E x8 Slot (x1 bandwidth)

4. ITE IT8718F-S 25. PCI-E x8 Slot (x1 bandwidth)

5. XGI Volari Z9s 26. IPMI BMC Module solt (optional)

6. VGA Memory 27. DIMM1

7. Intel 82566DC GbE 28. DIMM2

8. Intel 82573L GbE (GA-5YXS1-RH) 29. DIMM3

8. Intel 82573V GbE (GA-5YXS-RH) 30. DIMM4

9. IDE cable connector 31. PS/2 ports

10. Floppy cable connector 32. VGA port/ COM port

11. Front USB2 connector 33. USB ports

12. Front USB3 connector 34. ID Switch

13. SATA1 cable connector 35. RJ45 LAN port

14. SATA2 cable connector 36. RJ45 LAN port

15. SATA3 cable connector 37. CPU fan cable connector

16. SATA4 cable connector 38. System fan cable connector

17. SATA5 cable connector 39. System fan cable connector

18. SATA6 cable connector 40. 24-pin ATX power connector

19. IPMB connector 41. 8-pin ATX power connector

20. SMBus connector 42. Front panel connector

21. PCI_2 slot(32bit/33MHz) 43. Battery

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process

2-1 Installing Processor and CPU Haet Sink

Before installing the processor and cooling fan, adhere to the following
cautions:

1. The processor will overheat without the heatsink and/or fan, resulting in permanent
irreparable damage.

2. Never force the processor into the socket.

3. Apply thermal grease on the processor before placing cooling fan.

4. Please make sure the CPU type is supported by the motherboard.

5. If you do not match the CPU socket Pin 1 and CPU cut edge well, it may damage
the CPU. Please change the insert orientation.

2-1-1: Installing CPU

Step 1 Raise the metal locking lever on the socket.
Step 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket.
Step 3 Lift the metal cover.
Step 4 Insert the CPU with the correct orientation. The CPU only fits in one orientation.

Step 5 Once the CPU is properly placed, please replace the metal cover and push the metal

lever back into locked position.

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2-1-2: Installing Cooling Fan

Step 1 Attach the heat sink clip to the processor socket.
Step 2 Place the cooling fan on the heat sink.
Step 3 Secure the cooing fan withscrews.
Step 4 Connect processor fan can cable to the processor fanconnector

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2-2 Install Memory Modules

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 DDR2 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.

Channel 2

Channel 1

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Installation Steps:

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outwards.Aling a DIMM on the socket such
that the notch on the DIMM exactly match the notch in the socket.

2. Firmly insert the DIMMinto the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place.

NOTE!! We recommened you to populate the same device size on each socket and the
same DIMM size.

4. Reverse the installation steps if you want to remove the DIMM module.

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2- 3 Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply

2-3-1 : I/O Back Panel Introduction

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LAN LED Description

LED1 (Green)

LED2 (Green/Yellow)

Color Condition Description

Green ON LAN Link / no Access
Green BLINK LAN Access

- OFF Idle

- OFF 10Mbps connection

- OFF Port identification with 10 Mbps connection
Green ON 100Mbps connection
Green BLINK Port identification with 100Mbps connection
Yellow ON 1Gbps connection
Yellow BLINK Port identification with 1Gbps connection

Name

LED1

LED2

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector

To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the
keyboard to the lower port (purple).

Serial Port

This connector supports 1 standard COM port, device like modem can be connected to Serial port.

VGA Port

Connect the monitor cable to this port.

USB Ports

Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such
as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface.
Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller,
please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver updated. For more information please
contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

ID Switch

This switch provide the function for indicating the locatation of specified motherboard insde the
rack.

LAN Port s

The LAN port provides Internet connection of Gigabit Ethernet with data transfer speeds of
10/100/1000Mbps.

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Connector Introduction

2- 4 Connectors Introduction & Jumper Setting

1. ATX2 12. USB3 (USB cable connector)

2. ATX1 13. HDDBPB1

3. IDE1 (IDE cable connector) 14. IPMB1

4. FDC1 (Floppy cable connector) 15. F AN1 (CPU fan cable connector)

5. SATA_1 (SATA cable connector) 16. FAN2 (System fan cable connector)

6. SATA_2 (SATA cable connector) 17. FAN3 (System fan cable connector)

7. SATA_3 (SATA cable connector) 18. BA T1 (Battery)

8. SATA_4 (SAT A cable connector) 19. F_Panel (Front Panel connector)

9. SATA_5 (SATA cable connector) 2 0. CLR_CMOS1
10 . SATA_6 (SATA cable connector) 21. RECOVER1

1 1. USB2 (USB cable connector)

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Pin No. Definition

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

2413

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1/2) ATX2/1 (24-pin/4-pin 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 support the system voltage
requirements. It is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power
consumption be used (300W 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 power supply that provides a 24-pin ATX power connector, please
remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in
the power cord; otherwise, please do not remove it.

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 A TX)
24 GND(Only for 24-pin A TX)

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 A TX)

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3 ) IDE1 (IDE cable 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.

4 ) FDC1 (Floppy cable 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.

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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.

5/ 6/ 7/ 89/10 ) SATA_ 1~6 (Serial AT A cable connectors)

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Pin No. Definition

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

Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while
you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make
the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your
local dealer.

11/ 12 ) USB2/USB3 (USB cable connectors)

USB2 USB3

Pin No. Definition

1 No Pin
2NC
3 GND
4 GND
5 USB Dx+
6 USB Dy+
7 USB DX­8 USB DY­9 VCC
10 VCC

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13 ) HDDBPB1 (SMBUS connector for power supplyr)

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Pin No. Definition

1 SCL
2 SDA
3 DETECT
4 HDD LED
5 INT
6 GND

14 ) IPMB1 (IPMB connector)

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Pin No. Definition

1 SCL
2 GND
3 SDA

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15/ 16/ 17 ) FAN1 (CPU fan / System fan cable connectors)

The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin(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 fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to pre­vent CPU damage or system hanging caused by overheating.

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Pin No. Definition

1 GND
2 12V
3 Sense
4 Control

FAN1

FAN3

If you want to erase CMOS...

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

2.Remove the battery, wait for 30 second.

3.Re-install the battery.

4.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

18 ) BA T1 (Battery)

CAUTION

 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.

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16 ) F_Panel (2X13 Pins Front Panel connector)

Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch of your chassis
front panel to the F_P ANEL connector according to the pin assignment above.

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Pin No. Signal Name Description

1. FP_PWR_LED Power LED Signal

2. P_5V_AUX P5V Stand By Power

3. Pin reomoved Pin removed

4. ID_LED- ID LED Signal cathode(-)

5. FP_PWR_LED- Power LED Signal cathode(-)

6. FP_ERR_LED- Error LED Signal cathode(-)

7. FP_HD_LED+ Hard Disk LED Signal anode (+)

8. FP_SYSRDY_LED+ System Fan Fail LED Signal anode (+)

9. GND Ground

10. FP_SYSRDY_LED- System Fan Fail LED Signal cathode(-)
1 1 . BMC_MBMC_PWRBTN-No connect

12. P_3V3_AUX P3.3V Stand By Power

13. GND Ground

14. LANA_ACT- LAN1 access LED Signal cathode(-)

15. FP_RSTBTN- Reset button cathode(-)

16. SENSOR_SMBDAT1 SMBusData

17. GND LAN access LED Signal anode (+)

18. SENSOR_SMBCLK1 SMBusClock

19. FP_ID_SW- ID Switch Signal cathode(-)

2 0. CASEOPEN Chassis intrusion Signal

21. FP_SPKR- External speaker Signal cathode(-)

22. P_3V3_AUX P3.3V Stand By Power

23. FP_BUZ_STOP- Buzzer stop Signal cathode(-)

24. LANB_ACT- LAN2 access LED Signal cathode(-)

25. P_3V3_AUX P3.3V Stand By Power

26. NC No connect

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You may clear the CMOS data to restore its default values by this jumper.

Default value doesn’t include the “Shunter” to prevent from improper use this jumper. To
clear CMOS, temporarily short 2-3 pin.

20 ) CLR_CMOS1 (Clear CMOS jumper)

1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting)

2-3 Close: Clear CMOS

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1-2 Close: Enable BIOS Recovery function.

2-3 Close: Normal operation(Default setting)

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2- 5 Block Diagram

VRD 1 1.0

ISL6306/6326CR

CHANNEL A
DDR2 667/800 Un-Buffered ECC
DIMM x 2

CHANNEL B
DDR2 667/800 Un-Buffered ECC
DIMM x 2

MCH

BIGBY-V

(INTEL 3200)

ICH9R

ITE 8718F

COM2

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Floppy Connector

CLOCK GENERATOR

ICS9LPR502

PCIE x8 Slot

PCIE x8

PCIE x8 Slot

PCIE x1

PCI32/33MHz

PCI32/33MHz

XGI Z9s

VGA

Connector

USB2.0

USB2.0

PCI 32/33MHz

LPC BUS

PCIE x1

PCIE x1

DMI_PN_0~3
Control Bus

DMI

INTEL LGA775

Xeon

Wolfdale/Concore/

Kentsfield/Yorkfield

FSB 1333/1066/800

SATA x 6

IDE

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JMB368

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RJ45

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COM1

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INTEL 82573L/V **

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**INTEL 82573L GbE for GA-5YXS1-RH; INTEL 82573V GbE for GA-5YXS-RH

PCIE x8 Slot

PCIE x1

ROC CARD

H/W Monitor

Windboand
Mini BMC

PCIE x1

LCI

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BIOS Setup

<Ç> Move to previous item
<È> Move to next item
<Å> Move to the item in the left hand
<Æ> Move to the item in the right hand
<Esc> Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and

Option Page Setup Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu
<+/PgUp> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<-/PgDn> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu
<F2> Reserved
<F3> Reserved
<F4> Reserved
<F6> Reserved
<F7> Reserved
<F8> Reserved
<F9> Load the Optimized Defaults
<F10> Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu

BIOS Setup is an overview of the BIOS Setup Program. The program that allows users to modify the
basic system configuration. This type of information is stored in battery-backed CMOS RAM so that it
retains the Setup information when the power is turned off.

ENTERING SETUP

Power ON the computer and press <F2> immediately will allow you to enter Setup.

CONTROL KEYS

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This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS.

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z Adva nced

This setup page includes all the items of AMI special enhanced features.
(ex: Auto detect fan and temperature status, automatically configure hard disk parameters.)

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Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit access the system and setup.

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Server additional features enabled/disabled setup menus.

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This setup page include all the items of first boot function features.

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There are five optionsin this selection: Exit Saving Changes, Exit Discarding Changes, Load
Optimal Defaults, Load Failsafe Defaults, and Discard Changes.

GETTING HELP

Main Menu

The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu

Press F1 to pop up a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the
possible selections for the highlighted item. To exit the Help Window press <Esc>.

Select the Load Setup Defaults item in the BIOS Exit Setup menu when somehow
the system is not stable as usual. This action makes the system reset to the default
settings for stability.

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System T ime

The time is calculated based on the 24-hour military time clock. Set the System Time
(HH:MM:SS)

System Date

Set the System Date. Note that the “Day” automatically changed after you set the date.
(Weekend: DD: MM: YY) (YY: 1099~2099)

Main

Once you enter Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (Figure 1) will appear on the screen. Use
arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu.

Figure 1: Main

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SATA Port 1/2/3/4/5/6

The category identifies the types of Serial SA T A hard disk from drive 1 to 6 that has been
installed in the computer. System will automatically detect HDD type.
Note that the specifications of your drive must match with the drive table. The hard disk will not

work properly if you enter improper information for this category.
Hard drive information should be labled on the outside device casing. Enter the appropriate option

based on this information.

TYPE

1-39: Predefined types.
Users: Set parameters by User.
Auto: Set parameters automatically. (Default setting)
CD-ROM: Use for ATAPI CD-ROM drives or double click [Auto] to set all HDD parameters

automatically.
A TAPI Removable: Removable disk drive is installed here.

Multi-Sector Transfer

This field displays the information of Multi-Sector Transfer Mode.
Disabled: The data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time.
Auto: The data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device

supports it.

LBA Mode This field shows if the device type in the specific IDE channel

support LBA Mode.

32-Bit I/O Enable this function to max imize the IDE data transfer rate.

Transfer Mode This field shows the information of Teansfer Mode.

Ultra DMA Mode This filed displays the DMA mode of the device in the specific IDE

channel.

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Advanced Processor Options

Figure 1-1: Advanced Processor Option

Adva nced Processor Option

This category includes the information of CPU Speed, Processor CPUID and Processor L2
Cache. Setup menu for C1 Enhanced Mode, No Execute Mode Memory Protection,
Intel EIST Support, and PECI Interface.

C1 Enhanced Mode

With enabling C1 Enhanced Mode, all loical processors in the physical processor have entered
the C1 state, the processor will reduce the core clock frequency to system bus ratio and VID.

Enabled Enabled C1 Enhanced Mode. (Default setting)

Disabled Disables C1 Enhanced Mode.

No Execute Mode Mem. Protection

Enabled Enable No Execute Mode Memory Protection function. (Default setting)
Disabled Disables No Execute Mode Memory Protection function.

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Intel EIST Support

Select the Power Management desired:

Enabled C states and GV1/GV3 are enabled. (Default setting)

C States Only GV1/GV3 are disabled.
GV1/GV3 Only C states are disabled.

Disabled C states and GV1/GV3 are disabled.

PECI Interface

The Platform Environmental Control Interface (PECI Interface) is designed specifically to convey
system management information from the processor. It is a proprietary single wire bus between
the processor and the chipset or other health monitoring device. Data from the Digital Thermal
Sensors are processed and stored in a processor register (MSR) which is queried through the
Platform Environment Control Interface (PECI).

Enabled Enable PECI Interface. (Default setting)

Disabled Disable this function.

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Figure 2: Advanced

Advanced

About This Section: Advanced

With this section, allowing user to configure your system for basic operation. User can change

the Memory Configuration, PCI Configuration, I/O Configuration, Advanced Chipset Control and
Hardware Monitor.

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Memory Configuration

Figure 2-1: Memory Configuration

Installed Memory/A vaila ble to OS/Used by devices/ DIMM Group 1,2,3,4

Status

These category is display-only which is determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the
BIOS.

&&

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&Clear Mem. ECC Err Info

Y es Clear the memory status.

No Disable this function. (Default setting)

Extended RAM Step

Enabled Enable test extended memroy process.
Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting)

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PCI Configuration

Figure 2-2: PCI Configuration

Embedded NIC

Onboard LAN1 Control

Enabled Enable onboard LAN device. (Default setting)

Disabled Disable this function.

LAN1 Option ROM

Enabled Enableing this item to initialize device expansion ROM.
Disabled Disable this function. (Defualt setting)

Onboard LAN2 Control

Enabled Enable onboard LAN device. (Default setting)

Disabled Disable this function.

LAN2 Option ROM

Enabled Enableing this item to initialize device expansion ROM.
Disabled Disable this function. (Defualt setting)

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PCI Slot 1/2/3/4/5 Option ROM

Enabled Enableing this item to initialize device expansion ROM.

(Defualt setting)

Disabled Disable this function.

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I/O Device Configuration

Figure 2-3: I/O Device Configuration

Serial Port A

This allows users to configure serial prot A by using this option.

Enabled Enable the configuration (Default setting)

Disabled Disable the configuration.

Base I/O Address/IRQ

3F8/IRQ4 Set IO address to 3F8/IRQ4. (Default setting)

2F8/IRQ3 Set IO address to 2F8/IRQ3.

3E8/IRQ4 Set IO address to 3E8/IRQ4.
2E8/IRQ3 Set IO address to 2E8/IRQ3.

Serial Port B

This allows users to configure serial prot B by using this option.

Enabled Enable the configuration
Disabled Disable the configuration.(Default setting)

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Base I/O Address/IRQ

3F8/IRQ4 Set IO address to 3F8/IRQ4.

2F8/IRQ3 Set IO address to 2F8/IRQ3. (Default setting)

3E8/IRQ4 Set IO address to 3E8/IRQ4.
2E8/IRQ3 Set IO address to 2E8/IRQ3.

USB Controller

This item allows users to enable or disable the USB device by setting item to the desired
value.

Enabled Enable USB controller. (Default setting)

Disabled Disbale this function.

Legacy USB Support

This option allows user to function support for legacy USB.

Enabled Enables support for legacy USB. (Default setting)

Disabled Disables support for legacy USB.

Route Port 80h cycles to

Set route port 80h cycles to either PCI or LPC bus.

PCI Set Route Port 80h I/O cycles to the PCI bus. (Default setting)

LPC Set Route Port 80h I/O cycles to the LPC bus.

Serial A T A

Enabled Enables on-board serial A T A function. (Default setting)

Disabled Disables on-board serial AT A function.

Native Mode Operation

This option allows user to set the native mode for Serial AT A function.

Auto Auto detected. (Default setting)

Serial A TA Set Native mode to Serial ATA.

SATA RAID Enable

Enabled Set this item to enable and configure SA T A RAID function.
Disabled Disabled this function. (Default setting)

SATA AHCI Enable

Enabled Set this item to enable SATA AHCI function for WinXP-SP1+IAA

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driver supports AHCI mode.

Disabled Disabled this function.

SATA RAID Enable

Enabled Enabled SAT A RAID function.
Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting)

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Advanced Chipset Control

Figure 2-4: Advanced Chipset Control

Enable Multi media Timer

Y es Enable Multimedia Timer support. (Default setting)

No Disable this function.

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Hardware Monitor

Figure 2-5: Hardware Monitor

CPU / Motherboard T emperature

Display the current CPU temperature, Motherboard, and Ambient temperature.

V oltage Monitor: DD R1V8, VCC3, VCORE, 0V9, 5V

Detect system's voltage status automatically.

F AN Monitor: CPU F AN/ Front F AN/ System F AN (RPM)

Display the current System 1/2 and CPU fan speed.

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Boot -time Di agnostic

When this item is enabled, system will shows Diagnostic status when system boot.

Enabled Enable Boot-time Diagnostic.

Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting)

Reset Configuration Data

Y es Reset all configuration data.
No Do not make any changes. (Default setting)

NumLock

This option allows user to select power-on state for NumLock.

On Enable NumLock.

Off Disable this function.

Multipr ocessor Specification

This option allows user to configure the multiprocessor(MP) specification revision level.
Some operating system will require 1.1 for compatibility reasons.

1.4 Support MPS V ersion 1.4 . (Default setting)

1.1 Support M PS Version 1.1.

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Security

Figure 3: Security

Set User Password

Y ou can only enter but do not have the right to change the options of the setup menus. When
you select this function, the following message will appear at the center of the screen to assist
you in creating a password.
Type the password up to 6 characters in lengh and press <Enter>. The password typed now
will clear any previously entered password from the CMOS memory. You will be asked to
confirm the entered password. T ype the password again and press <Enter>. You may also
press <Esc> to abort the selection and not enter a specified password.

About This Section: Security

In this section, user can set either supervisor or user passwords, or both for different level of

password securities. In addition, user also can set the virus protection for boot sector.

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Set Supervisor Password

Y ou can install and change this options for the setup menus. Type the password up to 6
characters in lengh and press <Enter>. The password typed now will clear any previously
entered password from the CMOS memory. You will be asked to confirm the entered
password. T ype the password again and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort

the selection and not enter a specified password or press <Enter> key to disable this option.

Password on boot

Password entering will be required when system on boot.

Enabled Requries entering password when system on boot.

Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting)

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Server

Figure 4: Server

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System Management

Figure 4-1: System Management

Server M anage ment

This category allows user to view the server management features. Including information of
BIOS Version. All items in this menu cannot be modified in user’s mode. If any items require
changes, please consult your system supervisor.

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Figure 4-2: Console Redirection

Console Redirection

BIOS Redirection Port

If this option is set to enabled, it will use a port on the motherboard.

Serial Port A Use Serial Port A as he COM port address.

Serial Port B Use Serial Port B as he COM port address.
Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting)

Baud Rate

This option allows user to set the specified baud rate.

Options 300, 1200, 2400, 9600, 19.2K, 38.4K, 57.6K, 115.2K.

T erminal Type

This option allows user to select the specified terminal type. This is defined by IEEE.

Options VT100, VT100 8bit, PC-ANSI 7bit, VT100+, VT-UTF8

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Flow Control

This option provide user to enable the flow control function.

None Not supported.
XON/OFF Software control.

CTS/RTS Hardware control. (Default setting)

T erminal Type

This option allows user to select the specified terminal type. This is defined by IEEE.

Options VT100, VT100 8bit, PC-ANSI 7bit, VT100+, VT-UTF8

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Assert NMI on SERR

If thisoption is set to enabled, PCI bus system error (SERR) is enabled and is routed to NMI.

Enabled Enable Assert NMI on SERR. (Default setting)
Disabled Disable this function.

Post Error Pause

If this item is set to enabled, the system will wai for user intervention on critical POST errors.
If this item is disabled, the system will boot with no intervention if possible.

Enabled Enable Post Error Pause. (Default setting)

Disabled Disable this function.

AC-LINK

This option provides user to set the mode of operation if an AC / power loss occurs.

Power On System power state when AC cord is re-plugged.
Stay Off Do not power on system when AC power is back. (Default setting)
Last State Set system to the last sate when AC power is removed. Do not power on

system when AC power is back.

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Boot

Figure 5: Boot

Boot Priority Order

This field determines which type of device the system attempt to boot from after
PhoenixBIOS Post completed. Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices. If
the first device is not a bootable device, the system will seek for next available device.

Key used to view ot configure devices:

Up and Down arrows select a device.
<+> and <-> moves the device up or down.
<f> and <r> specifies the device fixed or removable.
<x> exclude or include the device to boot.
<1-4> Loads default boot secquence.

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Exit

Figure 6: Exit

About This Section: Exit

Once you have changed all of the set values in the BIOS setup, you should save your
changes and exit BIOS setup program. Select “Exit” from the menu bar, to display the
following sub-menu.

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes

Load Settup Default

Discard Change

Save Changes

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Exit Saving Cha nges

This option allows user to exit system setup with saving the changes.
Press <Enter> on this item to ask for the following confirmation message:
Pressing ‘Y’ to store all the present setting values tha user made in this time into CMOS.
Therefore, whenyou boot up your computer next time, the BIOS will
re-configure your system according data in CMOS.

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Exit Discarding Cha nges

This option allows user to exit system setup without changing any
previous settings values in CMOS. The previous selection remain in effect.
This will exit the Setup Utility and restart your compuetr when selecting this option.

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Load Settup Default

This option allows user to load default values for all setup items.
When you press <Enter> on this item, you will get a confirmation dialog box with a message
as below:

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Discard Cha nge s

This option allows user to load previos values from CMOS for all setup item.
When you press <Enter> on this item, you will get a confirmation dialog box with a message
as below:

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Save Cha nge s

This option allows user to save setup dat ato CMOS.
When you press <Enter> on this item, you will get a confirmation dialog box with a message
as below:

Press [Yes] to save setup daya to CMOS.