Grantech SYM86370VGGA User Manual

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Preface

This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.

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Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.

Trademark Recognition

Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Canadian Department of Communications

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.

About the Manual

The manual consists of the following:

Describes features of the motherboard.

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Describes installation of motherboard components.

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Chapter 2

Installing the Motherboard

Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard

Chapter 3

Using BIOS

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Trouble Shooting

Provides basic trouble shoot

ing tips

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Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.

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Chapter 2

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Installing the Motherboard 9

Safety Precautions............................................................................9

Choosing a Computer Case.............................................................9

Installing the Motherboard in a Case............................................9

Checking Jumper Settings.............................................................10

Setting Jumpers......................................................................10

Checking Jumper Settings......................................................11

Jumper Settings......................................................................11

Installing Hardware...................................................................13

CPU Installation Procedule..................................................13

Installing Memory Modules...................................................15

Expansion Slots......................................................................17

Connecting Optional Devices.................................................19

Installing a SATA Hard Drive................................................22

Connecting I/O Devices............................................................... 23

Connecting Case Components.....................................................24

Front Panel Header................................................................27

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Chapter 1 1

Introducing the Motherboard 1

Introduction...................................................................................1

Feature............................................................................................2

Specifications................................................................................4

Motherboard Components..........................................................6

Chapter 3 29

Using BIOS 29

About the Setup Utility........................ ......................................... 29

The Standard Configuration..................................................29

Entering the Setup Utility.........................................................29

Using BIOS......................................................................................30

BIOS Navigation Keys............................................................31

Main Menu.............................................................................31

Advanced Menu......................................................................32

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Chipset Menu..........................................................................51

Boot Menu...............................................................................54

Security Menu..........................................................................55

Save & Exit Menu....................................................................56

Updating the BIOS...................................................................57

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Trouble Shooting 59

Start up problems during assembly..............................................59

Start up problems after prolong use............................................60

Maintenance and care tips..............................................................60

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...................................................61

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Introducing the Motherboard

Int

roduction

Thank you for choosing the SYM86370 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support Intel Haswell processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.

This motherboard is based on integrated Intel Chipset for best desktop platform solution. Haswell is a quad-core/Dual-core processor. The chipset for Haswell is highly integrated and high performance. Moreover, Haswell will feature DirectX11.1compliant graphics and support Win8 and UEFI Secure Boot. This motherboard supports up to 16 GB 240 pin DIMM memory with dual-channel DDR3/DDR3L

1333/ 1600 (1GB/ 2GB/ 4GB/ 8GB) SDRAM. Three PCI Express x16 Gen3 slots &

one MINIPCIE slot and one MSATA slot are supported. Four PCI slots are also supported.

It implements an EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) compliant interface that provides seven USB 2.0 ports (two USB 2.0 ports at the back panel, one USB2.0 port onboard and two USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports) and four USB 3.0 ports at the back panel.

The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including one PS/2 mouse & keyboard combo connector, one Serial ports (COM1), two VGA ports, two Lan ports, two USB 2.0 ports, four USB 3.0 ports, one DVI port and audio jacks for line-in, line-out and Microphone.

In addition, this motherboard supports one SATA 6.0Gb/s connector and two SATA

3.0Gb/s connectors.

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Feature

• DirectX11.1-compliant graphics architecture

• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology

• Supports Win8 and UEFI Secure Boot.

“Hyper-Threading” technology enables the operating system into thinking it’s hooked up to two processors, allowing two threads to be run in parallel, both on separate “logical” processors within the same physical processor.

The motherboard uses Haswell CPU that carries the following features:

Processor

Chipset

• Supports DDR3/DDR3L 1333/ 1600 (1GB/ 2GB/ 4GB/ 8GB) DDR3L SDRAM with dual-channel architecture

• Up to 16GB 240 pin DIMM memory module support

Memory

Audio

• 2+2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec

• Meets Microsoft Windows Logo Program and Lync audio requirements

• All DACs supports 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate

• Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT

• Direct Sound 3DTM compatible

• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V

The integrated Haswell chip is a single-chip/dual-core with proven reliability and high performance.

• Support one MINIPCIE slot

• Support one MSATA slot

• Integrated one SATA 6.0 Gb/s Host Controllers and two SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers

• Seven USB 2.0 ports supported

• Four USB 3.0 port supported

• Support three PCI Express x16 Gen3 slot

• Support four PCI slots

• Intel® High Definition Audio Controller

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Expansion Options

The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:

• One MINIPCIE slot

• One MSATA slot

• One SATA 6.0Gb/s connector and two SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors

• Support three PCI Express x16 Gen3 slot

• Support four PCI slots

The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:

Integrated I/O

• Two LAN ports

• One Serial port (COM1)

• two USB 2.0 ports

• Two VGA port

• One DVI port

• Four USB 3.0 ports

• One PS/2 keyboard & mouse combo connector

• Audio jacks for line-out, line-out and Microphone

The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds.

• Power management

• Wake-up alarms

• CPU parameters

• CPU and memory timing

• Graphic parameters

BIOS Firmware

This motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system features including the following:

1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change without prior notice.

2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 60 °C. (NOTICE: Test method: bare PCB with 100% loading running Pass Mark 7.0 at chamber 60 °C)

Ethernet LAN

The onboard LAN provides the following features:

• Supports PCI ExpressTM 1.1

• IEEE 802.3/az

• Wake-on-LAN (including from S3, S4, S5, power button off) and remote wake-up support

• PXE and RPL support

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• Integrated Intel H81 chip

• Intel Haswell series processors, up to 4 cores

• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology

Chipset

CPU

Specifications

• Dual-channel DDR3/DDR3L memory architecture

• 1 DDR3L 240pin SO-DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB

• Supports 1333/ 1600 DDR3L SDRAM

• 1 x MINIPCIE slot

• 1 x MSATA slot

• One SATA 6.0Gb/s connector and Two SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors

• 3 x PCI Express x16 Gen3 slot

• 4 x PCI slots

• Supported by integrated Intel Haswell H81 SoC chip 2 x Serial ATA 5.0 Gb/s Host Controllers

1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s Host Controllers

• 2 x USB 2.0 ports

• 1 x Serial port (COM1)

• 2 x VGA port

• 2 x RJ45 LAN connectors

• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse combo connector

• 1 x Audio port (Line-out, Line-out, Microphone)

• 1 x DVI port

• 4 x USB 3.0 ports

Memory

Expansion Slots

Storage

Ethernet LAN

Rear Panel I/O

• Intel I217-LM PHY Gbe LAN, Intel I210-AT Gbe LAN

Audio

• 1 x 8-pin 12V Power Supply connector

• 1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector

• 1 x 3-pin SYS_FAN connector

• 1 x SATA III 6.0Gb/s connector

• 2 x SATA II 3.0Gb/s connectors

• 1 x Front panel switch/LED header

• 1 x Front panel audio header

• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports

• 1 x USB 2.0 port onboard

• 4 x Serial headers (COM3~6)

• 1 x SPK header

• 1 x Clear CMOS header with jumper

• 1 x 10-pin DIO1 header

• 1 x TPM header

• 1 x SPDIFO header

• 1 x Opened Chassis detective header

• 1 x LANLED header

Internal I/O Connectors & Headers

• Realtek ALC662 6-Ch HD audio CODEC

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• AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM

• Supports Plug and Play, S1 / STR (S3) / STD (S4) , Hardware monitor

• Supports ACPI & DMI

• Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS

• Supports Dual Display

• F7 hot key for boot up devices option

• Supports Multi-Language

Form Factor

• ATX Size, 244mm x 305mm

System BIOS

• 1 x JP1 (Option)

• 1 x JP2 (Option)

• 1 x JP3 (Option)

• 1 x JP4 (Option)

• 1 x JP5 (Option)

• 1 x JP7 (Option)

• 1 x JP8 (Option)

• 1 x JP9 (Option)

• 1 x JP10 (Option)

• 1 x JP11 (Option)

• 1 x JP12 (Option)

• 1 x JP13 (Option)

• 1 x JP14 (Option)

• 1 x JP15 (Option)

• 1 x JP16 (Option)

• 1 x JP18 (Option)

• 1 x JP20 (Option)

• 9 x Serial headers (COM2~10)

• 1 x Clear CMOS header with jumper

• 1 x 10-pin DIO1 header

• 1 x TPM header

• 1 x LANLED header

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Motherboard Components

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Table of Motherboard Components

This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.

LABEL COMPONENTS

1. CPU LGA1150 Haswell series processors

2. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector

3. SYS_FAN 3-pin System cooling fan connector

4. DIMM1~2 DDR3L 1333/1600 SDRAM slots

5. BAT1 Battery

6. TPM Trusted platform module header

7. DIO1 4 bit GPIO (GPI*4, GPO*4)

8. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector

9. B Z Buzzer

10. SATA1~3 Serial ATA connectors

11. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS header with jumper

12. F_PANEL Front panel switch / LED header

13. MINIPCIE MINIPCIE s lots for MSATA / PCIE

14. F_USB1~3 Front panel USB 2.0 headers

15. COM7~10 Onboard serial port headers

16. JP2 F_USB1/2 output select Jumper

17. JP14 PWRON MODE select Jumper

18. LPT Printer header

19. COM3~6 Onboard serial port headers

20&21. JP7~8 COM2 output select Jumper

22. COM2 Onboard serial port header

23. F_AUDIO Front Audio header

24. JP16 COM2 output select Jumper

25. PCI1~4 32-bit add-on card slots

26. PCIEX16_1~3 PCI Express Gen3 slots for graphics interface

27. LANLED LAN LED power connector

28. JP4 USB3LAN2 output select Jumper

29. JP5 USB3LAN1 output select Jumper

30. JP12 VGA1 output select Jumper

31. JP18 VGA1 EDID select Jumper

32. JP1 COM1 RI output select Jumper

33. JP13 VGA2 output select Jumper

34. JP20 VGA2 EDID select Jumper

35. JP9~10 COM1 output select Jumper

36. JP11 PS2 output select Jumper

37. JP15 COM1 output select Jumper

38. ATX_12V 8-pin +12V power in connector

39. JP3 PS2_USB output select Jumper

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Safety Precautions

• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard

• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity

• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard

• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in

• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards

Choosing a Computer Case

There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies with the specifications for the DTX system case. Some features on the motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the features required.

Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard.

This motherboard carries a DTX form factor of 244 x 305 mm. Choose a case that accommodates this form factor.

Installing the Motherboard in a Case

Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in a case.

Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.

Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion slots on your motherboard.

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Checking Jumper Settings

This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.

Setting Jumpers

Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins.

The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin, the jumper is OPEN.

This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins 1 and 2 are SHORT.

SHORT OPEN

Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.

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Checking Jumper Settings

The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled.

Jumper Settings

Jumper

Type

Description Setting (default)

CLR_CMOS

3-pin

Clear CMOS

1-2: NORMAL

2-3: CLEAR

Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to turn off the system.

CLR_CMOS

JP1(Option)

1-2: +12V

3-pin

COM1 RI

OUTPUT

To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”.

2-3: +VCC

2: RI (Default)

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Jumper

Type

Description Setting (default)

JP2(Option)

1-2: +VCC (Default)

3-pin

F_USB1/2

OUTPUT

JP7~8(Option)

JP7: (1-3)(2-4)

6-pin

COM2

OUTPUT

2-3: +5VSB

JP3(Option)

1-2: +VCC (Default)

3-pin

PS2_USB

OUTPUT

2-3: +5VSB

JP4(Option)

3-pin

USB3LAN2

OUTPUT

1-2: +VCC (Default)

2-3: +5VSB

JP5(Option)

3-pin

USB3LAN1

OUTPUT

1-2: +VCC (Default)

2-3: +5VSB

JP8: (1-3)(2-4)

RS232

JP7: (3-5)(4-6) JP8: (1-3)(2-4)

RS485

JP7: (3-5)(4-6) JP8: (3-5)(4-6)

RS422

JP11(Option)

1-2: +VCC (Default)

3-pin

PS2

OUTPUT

2-3: +5VSB

JP12(Option)

3-pin

VGA1

OUTPUT

1-2: Loading

(Default)

2-3: No Loading

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Jumper

Type

Description Setting (default)

JP9~10(Option)

JP9: (1-3)(2-4)

6-pin

COM1

OUTPUT

JP13(Option)

3-pin

VGA2

OUTPUT

JP10: (1-3)(2-4)

RS232

JP9: (3-5)(4-6) JP10: (1-3)(2-4)

RS485

JP9: (3-5)(4-6) JP10: (3-5)(4-6)

RS422

JP14(Option)

1-2: ATX (Default)

3-pin

PWRON

MODE

2-3: AT

1-2: Loading

(Default)

2-3: No Loading

JP15(Option)

1-2: RS232

6-pin

COM1

OUTPUT

3-4: RS485

5-6: RS422

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Jumper

Type

Description Setting (default)

JP18(Option)

2-pin

VGA1 EDID

1-2: Enable (Default)

JP16(Option)

1-2: RS232

6-pin

COM2

OUTPUT

3-4: RS485

5-6: RS422

Float: Disable

JP20(Option)

2-pin

VGA2 EDID

1-2: Enable (Default)

Float: Disable

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Installing Hardware

CPU Installation Procedure

The following illustration shows CPU installation components.

A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab.

B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position.

C. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion.

D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically.

Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.

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E. Aplly some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.

F. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector.

G. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.

1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/ heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.

2. DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.

3. Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket.

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Installing Memory Modules

This motherboard accommodates one memory module. It can support DDR3L 1333/ 1600 (1GB/ 2GB/ 4GB/ 8GB). The total memory capacity is 16 GB.

DDR3L SDRAM memory module table

Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.

Memory module Memory Bus

DDR3L 1600 768 MHz

DDR3L 1333 667 MHz

Installing Hardware

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Installation Procedure

Refer to the following to install the memory modules.

1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3L SDRAM . 2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down. 3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with

notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be installed correctly.

4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the

notches in the DIMM slot.

5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it

seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM.

6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.

* For reference only

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Installing Add-on Cards

The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.

Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation.

Expansion Slots

PCI1~4 Slots

The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 3.0.

PCIEX16_1~3 Slot

This motherboard is equipped with four standard PCI slots. PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slot on this board is PCI v2.3 compliant.

MSATA Slot

The MSATA slot is for Mini SATA card. It will provide high transfer performance than original SATA interface.

MINIPCIE Slot

The MINIPCIE slot is for Wifi card.

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Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:

1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the

slot you are going to use.

2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.

Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.

3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.

For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using the add-on card.

* For reference only

Install the MSATA card:

Install the Wifi card:

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Connecting Optional Devices

Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices:

The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC

’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers,

please set as below picture.

F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header

For HD Front Audio

9 Left channel to front panel

Line-in sensor detect

2 Analog groud

4 HD Panel sensor detect

6 Microphone sensor detect

8 No pi n

Pin Description

1 Left channel microphone input signal

3 Right channel microphone input signal

5 Right channel to front panel

7 Analog ground

Pin Description

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SATA1~3: One Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector and two Serial ATA 3.0Gb/ s connectors

This connector is used to support the Serial ATA devices for the highest data transfer rates (6.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly.

1 Ground 2 TX+

3 TX- 4 Ground

5 RX- 6 RX+ 7 Ground 8 No pin

Pin Signal Name

COM2 : Onboard serial port header

Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a second serial port to your system.

1 Data Carrier Detect 6 Data Set Ready

2 Serial Input 7 Request to Send

3 Serial Output 8 Clear to Send

4 Data Terminal Ready 9 Ring Indicator

5 Ground 10 No pin

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

LPT: Onboard parallel port header

This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 STROBE 14 AUTOF

2 PD0 15 ERROR

3 PD1 16 INIT

4 PD2 17 SLCTIN

5 PD3 18 Ground 6 PD4 19 Ground

7 PD5 20 Ground

8 PD6 21 Ground 9 PD7 22 Ground

10 ACK 23 Ground

11 BUSY 24 Ground 12 PE 25 Ground

13 SLCT 26 No pin

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TPM: Trusted Platform Module header

Trusted platform module (TPM) is a published specification detailing a microcontrollerthat can store secured information, and implementations of that specification.

1 TPM_CLK 11 LAD0

2 GND 12 GND

3 LFRAME# 13 RESERVE0

4 No pin 14 RESERVE1

5 LREST# 15 VCC3_DUAL 6 SMBDATA 16 SERIRQ

7 LAD3 17 GND 8 LAD2 18 GND 9 VCC3 19 LPCPD#

10 LAD1 20 SMBCLK

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

F_USB2~3: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers

The onboard F_USB2~3 header delegate for card reader, it supports additonal four USB 2.0 ports.

1 Power +5V 6 USB Port B (+)

2 Power +5V 7 Ground

3 USB Port A (-) 8 Ground

4 USB Port B (-) 9 No pin

5 USB Port A (+) 10 Not Connected

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

DIO1: 4 bit GPIO header

1 GPIO73 6 GPIO25

2 GPIO29 7 GPIO57

3 GPIO15 8 GPIO26

4 GPIO11 9 5VSB

5 GPIO45 10 Ground

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

F_USB1: USB 2.0 Type A port onboard

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COM3~6 & COM7~10 : Onboard serial port headers

Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a second serial port to your system.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 C3_DCD 21 C5_DCD

2 C3_DSR 22 C5_DSR

3 C3_RXD 23 C5_RXD

4 C3_RTS 24 C5_RTS

5 C3_TXD 25 C5_TXD 6 C3_CTS 26 C5_CTS

7 C3_DTR 27 C5_DTR 8 C3_RI 28 C5_RI 9 Ground 29 Ground

10 Ground 30 Ground

11 C4_DCD 31 C6_DCD 12 C4_DSR 32 C6_DSR

13 C4_RXD 33 C6_RXD

14 C4_RTS 34 C6_RTS

15 C4_TXD 35 C6_TXD

16 C4_CTS 36 C6_CTS

17 C4_DTR 37 C6_DTR

18 C4_RI 38 C6_RI

19 Ground 39 Ground

20 Ground 40 Ground

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Installing a SATA Hard Drive

This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.

SATA cable

(optional)

SATA power cable (optional)

About SATA Connectors

Your motherboard features three SATA connectors supporting a total of three drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.

Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives

To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.

Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:

This motherboard supports the “Hot-Plug” function.

1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard. 2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive. 3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the

other end to the power supply.

* For reference only

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Connecting I/O Devices

The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports:

LAN Ports

Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.

Audio Ports

Use the three audio ports to connect audio devices. The first jack is for stereo line-in singal. The second jack is for stereo line-iout singal. The third jack is for microphone singal.

Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.

USB 2.0 Ports

PS2 Mouse & Keyboard combo port

You can connect the display devices to the VGA port.

VGA Ports

You can connect the cash drawer to the DVI port.

DVI Port

Serial port (COM1)

Use the COM port to connect the serial devices such as mice or fax/modems.

Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.

USB 3.0 Ports

Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 pointing device.

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Connecting Case Components

After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following:

1 Connect the CPU cooling fan connector to CPU_FAN. 2 Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. 3 Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. 4 Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL. 5 Connect the case speaker cable to SPKR. 6 Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX_12V. 7 Connect the LAN power supply indicator LED to the LANLED.

The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.

With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly.

Connecting 24-pin power cable

24-pin power cable

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The ATX12V8P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

When installing 8-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V8P match perfectly.

Connecting 8-pin power cable

8-pin power cable

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 Ground 15 Ground

4 +5V 16 PS_ON

5 Ground 17 Ground 6 +5V 18 Ground

7 Ground 19 Ground 8 PWRGD 20 -5V 9 +5VSB 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V 12 +3.3V 24 Ground

ATX_POWER

ATX_12V

1 Ground 5 +12V 2 Ground 6 +12V 3 Ground 7 +12V

4 Ground 8 +12V

Pin Signal Name

The ATX12V8P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V8P match perfectly.

Connecting 4-pin power cable

4-pin power cable

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CYS_FAN: System Cooling FAN Power Connectors

1 GND System Ground

3 Sense Sensor 4 CONTROL CONTROL

Pin Signal Name Function

2 +12V Power +12V

LANLED: LAN power supply indicator LED header

SYS_FAN: CPU Cooling FAN Power Connectors

1 GND System Ground

3 Sense Sensor

Pin Signal Name Function

2 +12V Power +12V

1 3VSB 2 Ground 3 100M_OR2 4 100M_OR1 5 1G_GR2 6 1G_GR1

7 ACTIVE2 8 ACTIVE1

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

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Hard Drive Activity LED

Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.

Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED

Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.

Reset Switch

Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentarycontact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and runs POST.

Power Switch

Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.

Front Panel Header

The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:

* MSG LED (dual color or single color)

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 Hard disk LED (+) 6 Power Switch (+)

2 MSG LED (+) 7 Reset Switch (+) 3 Hard disk LED (-) 8 Power Switch (-)

4 MSG LED (-) 9 Reserved

5 Reset Switch (-) 10 No pin

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About the Setup Utility

The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS.

The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is configured with the values you stored in CMOS.

The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:

• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals

• Video display type and display options

• Password protection from unauthorized use

• Power Management features

The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before using the Setup Utility, ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options.

This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.

The Standard Configuration

A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future.

This Setup Utility should be used:

• when changing the system configuration

• when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make changes to the Setup Utility

• when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts

• when making changes to the Power Management configuration

• when changing the password or making other changes to the Security Setup

Entering the Setup Utility

When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears:

Press DEL to enter SETUP

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Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.

Using BIOS

When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing <Enter>.

Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.

Some options (marked with a triangle



) lead to submenus that enable you to change

the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu. In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a triangle



.

The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.

BIOS Information

BIOS Vendor American Megatrends Core Version 4.6.5.4 Project Version SYM86370VGGA Ver : 1.0 Build Date 07/13/2017

Memory Information Total Memory 4096 MB (DDR3)

System Date [Thu 07/13/2017]

System Time [00: 00: 53]

Set the Date. Use Tab to

switch between Date elements

Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit



+/-: Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1: General Help

: Select Screen

F2: Previous Values

F9: Optimized Defaults

F10: Save & Exit

ESC: Exit



: Select Item

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For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture’s website for updated manual.

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the main menu appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press <Enter> to display the submenu.

Main Menu

BIOS Navigation Keys

The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:

BIOS Vendor (American Megatrends)

This item shows the informtion of BIOS vendor.

KEY FUNCTION

Scrolls through the items on a menu

+/- Change Opt.

F2 Previous Value

F9 Optimized Defaults

F1 General Help

ESC Exit the current menu



Enter Select

F10 Save & Exit

Core Version (4.6.5.4)

This item shows the informtion of core version.

BIOS Information

BIOS Vendor American Megatrends Core Version 4.6.5.4 Project Version SYM86370VGGA Ver : 1.0 Build Date 07/13/2017

Memory Information Total Memory 4096 MB (DDR3)

System Date [Thu 07/13/2017]

System Time [00: 00: 53]

Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Date elements.

Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit



+/-: Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1: General Help

: Select Screen

F2: Previous Values

F9: Optimized Defaults

F10: Save & Exit

ESC: Exit



: Select Item

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System Date & Time

The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.

Legacy OpROM Support

Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled]

Launch Storage OpROM [Enabled]

 ACPI Settings  RTC Wake Settings  CPU Configuration  SATA Configuration  USB Configuration  F81866 Super IO Configuration  F81216 Second Super IO Configuration  H/W Monitor  Trusted Computing  ME Configuration  DIO Configuration

EUP Function [Disabled]

Enable or Disable Boot Option for Legacy Network Devices

Advanced Menu

This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer.

Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit



+/-: Change Opt.

Enter : Select

F1: General Help

: Select Screen

F2: Previous Values

F9: Optimized Defaults

F10: Save & Exit

ESC: Exit



: Select Item

Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the PXE OpROM.

Build Date (07/13/2017)

This item shows the informtion of Build date.

Project Version (SYM86370VGGA Ver:1.0)

This item shows the informtion of project version.

Total Memory (4096 MB (DDR3))

This item shows the informtion of total memory.

Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.

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ACPI Sleep State (S3(Suspend to RAM))

This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend toRAM) Sleep State(default).

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

ACPI Settings

ACPI Sleep State [S3 (Suspend to RAM)]

Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed.

Advanced

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit



 ACPI Setting

The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.

RTC Wake Setting (Disabled)

This item allows user to enable or disable RTC Wake Setting.



 RTC Wake Settings

The item in the menu shows the information of RTC wake settings.

RTC Wake Setting [Disabled]

About Resume by RTC Alarm

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

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RTC Wake Setting [Enabled]

Wake up Day 1-31 1 Wake up Hours 0-23 0 Wake up Minutes 0-59 0 Wake up Seconds 0-59 0

About Resume by RTC Alarm

Advanced

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Wake up Day/Hour/Minute/Second* (1/0)

These items shows the information of the wake up hour/minute/second.

*These items will be hidden when RTC Wake Setting is set to be disabled.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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

 CPU Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

CPU Configuration

CPU Type Intel(R) Celeron(TM) i3-4330 CPU @ 3.50GHz EMT64 Supported Processor Speed 3500 MHz Processor Stepping C0 Microcode Revision 1d Processor Cores 2 Intel HT Technology Supported

Hyper-threading [Enabled] Active Processor Cores [All] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] LakeTiny Feature [Enabled] CPU C3 Report [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [Enabled] CPU C7 Report [Disabled] Package C State limit [AUTO] Enhanced Halt (C1E) [Enabled]

Advanced

Intel(R) Celeron(TM) i3-4330 CPU @ 3.50GHz

This is display-only field and diaplays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

EMT64 (Supported)

This item shows the computer supports EMT64.

Processor Speed (3500 MHz)

This item shows the current processor speed.

Processor Stepping (C0)

This item shows the processor stepping version.

Microcode Revision (1d)

This item shows the Microcode version.

Processor Cores (2)

This item shows the core number of the processor.

Intel HT Technology (Supported)

This item shows that your computer supports Intel HT technology or not.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Package C State limit

Active Processor Cores (All)

Use this item to control the number of active processor cores.

Hyper-threading (Enabled)

This item is only available when the chipset supports Hyper-threading and you are using a Hyper-threading CPU.

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Execute Disabled Bit (Enabled)

This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can excute and where in cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code excution, preventing damage or worm propagation. Replacing older computers with Excute Disable Bit enabled systems can halt worm attacks, reducing the need for virus related repair.

Intel Vitualization Technology (Enabled)

When disabled, a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vandor Pool Technology.

Package C State limit (AUTO)

Use this item to set package C state limit.

Enhanced Halt (C1E)(Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Enhanced C1 state.

LakeTiny Feature (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the LakeTiny for C state configuration.

CPU C3 Report (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable CPU C3 (ACPI C2) report to OC

CPU C6 Report (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable CPU C6 (ACPI C3) report to OC

CPU C7 Report (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable CPU C7 report to OC

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enable this item to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT4.0.

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

 SATA Configuration

Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.

SATA Mode (AHCI Mode)

Use this item to select SATA mode.

SATA Configuration

SATA Port1 Not Present

mSATA Not Present

SATA Port2 Not Present

SATA Port3 Not Present

SATA Mode [AHCI Mode]

Select IDE / AHCI

Advanced

SATA Port 1~3/mSATA (Not Present)

This motherboard supports two SATA channel and each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

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

 USB Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Legacy USB Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Support for legacy USB devices.

All USB Devices (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.

USB Configuration

All USB Devices [Enabled]

Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Ex USB3 Controller [Enabled]

Preconditoon work on USB host controller and root ports for faster enumberation.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select





:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Ex USB3 Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Support for Ex USB3 Controller.

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Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.



 F81866 Super IO Configuration

Use this item to show the information of the Super IO Configuration.

F81866 Super IO Configuration

Super IO Chip F81866

Serial Port 1 Configutation

Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port 3 Configuration Serial Port 4 Configuration Serial Port 5 Configuration Serial Port 6 Configuration Parallel Port Configuration

Watch Dog Timer [Minute] Watch Dog Timer Time Out Value 0

Set Parameters of Serial Port 1 (COMA)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

Serial Port 1 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Serial Port 1 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled] Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

Change Settings [Auto]

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

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Serial Port 2 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Serial Port 2 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=2F8h; IRQ=3;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

Change Settings [Auto]

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Advanced

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Serial Port 3 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=3E8h; IRQ=6)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Serial Port 3 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=3E8h; IRQ=6;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

Change Settings [Auto]

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Advanced

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Serial Port 4 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=2E8h; IRQ=6)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Serial Port 4 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=2E8h; IRQ=6;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

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Serial Port 5 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=2F0h; IRQ=6)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Serial Port 5 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=2F0h; IRQ=6;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Advanced

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Serial Port 6 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=2E0h; IRQ=6)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Serial Port 6 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=2E0h; IRQ=6;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Advanced

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Parallel Port Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Parallel Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable parallel port.

Device Settings (IO=378h; IRQ=5;)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Parallel Port Configuration

Parallel Port [Enabled]

Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5;

Enable or Disable Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE)

Change Settings [Auto] Device Mode [STD Printer Mode]

Advanced

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Watch Dog Timer (Minute)

Use this item to select Watch Dog Timer function to Minute or Second.

Watch Dog Timer Time Out Value (0)

Use this item to select the value of Watch Dog Timer function.

Device Mode (STD Printer Mode)

Use this item to select device mode.

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Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.



 F81216 Super IO Configuration

Use this item to show the information of the Super IO Configuration.

F81216 Second Super IO Configuration

F81216 Second Super IO Chip F81216 Second Io

Serial Port 7 Configutation

Serial Port 8 Configuration Serial Port 9 Configuration Serial Port 10 Configuration

Set Parameters of Serial Port 1 (COMA)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

Serial Port 7 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=260h; IRQ=7)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Serial Port 7 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled] Device Settings IO=260h; IRQ=7;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

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Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Serial Port 8 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=268h; IRQ=7)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Serial Port 8 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled] Device Settings IO=268h; IRQ=7;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

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Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Serial Port 9 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=270h; IRQ=7)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Serial Port 9 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled] Device Settings IO=270h; IRQ=7;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

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Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Serial Port 10 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=278h; IRQ=7)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Serial Port 10 Configuration

Serial Port [Enabled] Device Settings IO=278h; IRQ=7;

Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM)

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

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High Limit offset (75)

This item is used to set the System fan/CPU fan High output/DC voltage offset value.



 H/W Monitor

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

H/W Monitor

Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Mode Configuration

CPU Temperature (DTS) 56 System Temperature 40oC CPU Fan Speed 0 RPM System Fan Speed 1905 RPM +3.3V 3.403V

-12V -12.348V +5V 5.129V +12V 11.880V

TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) 100

Enable CPU SmartFan

Advanced

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

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Smart Fan Control (Enabled)

This item is used to enable or disable the CPU samrt fan Control.

Smart Fan Mode Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

SYS/CPU Smart Fan Mode (Manual Mode)

This item allows you to select the system/CPU fan mode (Manual and Thermal) for a better operation environment.

SYS Smart Fan Mode [Manual Mode]

High Limit Offset 75 Low Limit Offset 60 High Limit PWM 200 Low Limit PWM 90

CPU Smart Fan Mode [Manual Mode]

High Limit Offset 75 Low Limit Offset 60 High Limit PWM 200 Low Limit PWM 90

Normal: auto adjusts depending on the CPU temperature. Quiet: auto minimizes fan speed for quiet environment operation. Silent: auto restricts fan speed to make system more quietly. Manual: the fan adjusts depending on user’s parameter.

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Advanced

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• CPU Temperature

• System Temperature

• CPU Fan Speed

• System Fan Speed

• +3.3V

• -12V

• +5V

• +12V

System Component Characteristics

These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as System & CPU temperature, CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & system fan speed,... etc.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

TCC Activation Temperature (100)

This item is used to show the activation temperature of the TCC (Thermal Control Circuit). When CPU temperature is reaching this value, TCC function will startup.

Press <Esc> to return to the H/W Monitor page.

Low Limit PWM (90)

This item is used to set the System fan/CPU fan low speed offset value.

High Limit PWM (200)

This item is used to set the System fan/CPU fan full speed offset value.

Low Limit offset (60)

This item is used to set the System fan/CPU fan low output/DC voltage offset value.

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 Trusted Computing

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Configuration

TPM Support [Disabled]

Current Status Information SUPPORT TURNED OFF

Enable or Disable BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available.

Advanced

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

TPM Support (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the TPM support. OS will not show TPM. Reset of platform is required.

Current Status Information

This item shows the information of the current status.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

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 ME Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

Management Engine Technology Configuration

ME Control [Enabled] ME FW Version 9.1.0.1120

Enable or Disable ME Firmware

Advanced

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select





:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

ME Control (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the ME Control.

ME FW Version (9.1.0.1120)

This item shows the version of the ME FW.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

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 DIO Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen:

DIO 60 [Input] DIO Input 60 HIGH

DIO 15 [Input] DIO Input 15 HIGH

DIO 45 [Input] DIO Input 45 HIGH

DIO 57 [Input] DIO Input 57 HIGH

DIO 29 [Output] DIO Output 29 [HIGH]

DIO 34 [Output] DIO Output 34 [HIGH]

DIO 25 [Output] DIO Output 25 [HIGH]

DIO 26 [Output] DIO Output 26 [HIGH]

DIO 60

Advanced

F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select

 

:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

DIO Input (HIGH)

These items are used to show DIO input is high or low.

DIO Output (HIGH)

Use these items to set the DIO output.

EUP Function (Enabled)

This item allows user to enable or disable EUP function.

Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page.

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The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North chipset, South chipset and other system.

Chipset Menu

North Bridge Parameters

North Bridge

South Bridge





F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit



North Bridge

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:

Memory Information

Memory RC Version 1.8.0.0 Memory Frequency 1333 MHz Total Memory 4096 MB (DDR3) Memory Voltage 1.50 v DIMM#-A1 4096 MB (DDDR3) DIMM#-A2 Not Present CAS Latency (tCL) 9 Minimum delay time CAS to RAS (tRCDmin) 9 Row Precharge (tRPmin) 9 Active to Precharge (tRASmin) 24

Initiate Graphic Adapter [Auto] IGD Memory [32M] DVMT Memory [256M] IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled]



F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Total Memory (4096 MB (DDR3))

This item shows the total memory.

Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit

Chipset

Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI Graphics device should be Primary Display or select SG for Switchable GFx.

Memory RC Version (1.8.0.0)

Use this item to show the the version of Memory RC.

Memory Frequency (1333 MHz)

Use this item to show the current memory frequency.

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Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.

Initate Graphic Adapter (PCI)

This item allows you to select graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.

DIMM#-A1~2 (4096 MB (DDR3)/Not Present)

Use this item to show the current memory size.

IGD Memory (256M)

This item is used to configure internal graphic devices Memory size for graphics

memory according to system memory size.

Memory Voltage (1.50V)

Use this item to show the memory voltage.

CAS Latency (tCL)

This item controls amount of time in cycles between sending a reading command and time to act on it. From the beginning of the CAS to the end of the CAS is the latency. The lower the time of these in cycles, the higher the memory performance.

CAS to RAS (tRCDmin (9))

CAS to RAS delay (Row address stroke/ Select to column address stroke/Select) is the amount of time in cycles for issuing an active command and the read.write the commands.

Row Precharge (tRPmin (9))

Row Precharge Time. This is the minimum time between active commands and the read/write of the nect bank on the memory module.

Active to Precharge (tRASmin (24))

This is the minimum number of cycles that a row has to be active to ensure enough time to access the information that is in it. This usually needs to be greater than or equal to the sum of the previous three latencies (tRAS= tCL + tRCD + tRP).

DVMT Memory (256M)

This item is used to configure DVMT Memory size for graphics memory according

to system memory size.

IGD Multi-Monitor (Disabled)

This item enables or disables IGD(Internal Graphics device) multi-monitor.

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South Bridge

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> and view the following screen:



F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN 1 Controller

Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled]

LAN1 Controller [Enabled]

Wake on LAN1/ USB [Disabled] GP27 Wake From DeepSx [Disabled] Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] Resume from PME [Disabled] Resume By PS2 KB [Disabled] Resume By PS2 MS [Disabled] Resume By Ex USB3 [Disabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]

LAN1 Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the LAN1 controller.

Wake on LAN1/USB (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable wake up system by LAN1/USB.

Chipset

Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Azalia HD Audio.

Resume from PME (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI Modem or PCI/PCIE LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI/PCIE card.

Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page.

Resume By ExUSB3 (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable ExUSB3 device wakeup function from S3 mode.

Resume By PS2 MS (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By PS2 KB (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable onboard LAN controller.

GP27 Wake From DeepSx (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable GP27 wake up from DeepSx.

Restore On AC Power Loss (Power Off)

This item defines how the system will act after AC power loss during system operation. When you set Off, it will keep the system in Off state until the power button is pressed.

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This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state and devices boot sequence.

Boot Menu

Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for legacy OS

Windows 8.x: Boot policy for UEFI OS without Compatibility Support Module (CSM)

Manual: User customized CSM parameters & boot policy

Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save &

Exit



F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Boot Configuration

Operation System Select [Windows 7 or other OS]

Fast Boot [Disabled] Quiet Boot [Disabled] Setup Prompt Timeout 1 Bootup NumLock State [On]

Boot Mode Select [LEGACY]

Set Boot Priority

Boot Option #1 [Hard Disk] Boot Option #2 [CD/DVD] Boot Option #3 [USB/Floppy] Boot Option #4 [USB CD/DVD] Boot Option #5 [USB Hard Disk] Boot Option #6 [USB Flash : UFD 2.0 S...] Boot Option #7 [Network]

USB Flash Drive Priorities

Bootup NumLock State (On)

This item determines if the NumLock key is active or inactive at system start-up time.

Quiet Boot (Disabled)

This item enables or disables quiet boot.

Fast Boot (Disabled)

This item enables or disables boot with initialization of a minimal set of device required to launch active boot option.

Setup Prompt Timeout (1)

This item is used to set the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key.

Operation System Select (Windows 7 or other OS)

This item is used to show the information of the operation system.

Set Boot Priority

This item enables you to set boot priority for all boot devices.

Boot Option #1~7

These items show the boot priorities.

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Boot Mode Select (LEGACY)

Use this item to select boot mode.

USB Flash Drive Priorities

This item enables you to spacify the sequence of loading the operation system from the installing USB Flash drives.

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This page enables you to set setup administrator and password.

Security Menu

Set Administrator Password

Administrator Password



F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Administrator Password

Press <Enter> to setup administrator password.

Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit

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This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes.

Save & Exit Menu

Save Changes and Exit

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and exit.

Discard Changes and Exit

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and exit.

Save Changes and Exit

Discard Changes and Exit Restore Defaults

Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit

Exit system setup after saving the changes.



F1:General Help

+/- : Change Opt.

Enter : Select



:Select Screen

:Select Item

F2:Previous Values

F9:Optimized Defaults

F10:Save & Exit

ESC:Exit

Restore Defaults

This item enables you to restore the system defaults.

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Updating the BIOS

You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Web site. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:

1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to

allow BIOS flashing.

2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in

Advanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.)

3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to

Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)

4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer’s

Web site. Copy these files to the bootable device.

5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your

computer. (You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first.)

6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the file

name of the new BIOS and then press <Enter>. Example: AFUDOS.EXE

040706.ROM

7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the

computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.

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Chapter 4

Trouble Shooting

Start up problems during assembly

After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips.

a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.

1.Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard, CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running.

2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as screwdrivers from the inside PC case. This is to prevent damage from short circuit.

3. Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard.

4. For Intel platforms check the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bent. A bent pin may cause failure to boot and sometimes permanent damage from short circuit.

5. Check the 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard.

6. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

b) Power is on, fans are running but there is no display

1. Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC.

2. Check the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly.

3. Listen for beep sounds. If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is connected. a. continuous beeping : memory not detected b. 1 long beep and 2 short beeps looping : VGA not detected

c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.

1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Ensure the CPU fan is working properly.

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Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.

1. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.

2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight

Start up problems after prolong use

After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure.

1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper. Refer to CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual. When completed, follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup.

2. Check the CPU cooler fan for dust. Long term accumulation of dust will reduce its effectiveness to cool the processor. Clean the cooler or replace a new one if necessary.

3. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

4. Remove the hard drive, optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of these components may be at fault.

and areas of high moisture content.

3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.

4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.

5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.

6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.

Maintenance and care tips

2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.

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