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A. I/O Port Address Map ................................................... 55
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) ...................................... 56
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration .................................... 57
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INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Product Description
The MB960F ATX motherboard is based on t he latest Intel
The platform supports 2
nd
generation Intel® Core processor family with
LGA1155 packing and features an integrated dual-channel DDR3
memory controller as well as a graphics core.
The latest Intel
®
processors provide advanced performance in both
computing and graphics quality. This meets the requirement of
customers in the gaming, POS, digital signage and server market
segment.
The Q67 platform is made with 32-nanometer technology that supports
Intel’s first processor architecture to unite the CPU and the graphics core
on the transistor level. The MB960F ATX board utilizes the dramatic
increase in performance provided this Intel’s latest cutting-edge
technology. Measuring 305mm x 244mm, the MB960F offers fast
6Gbps SATA support (2 ports), USB3.0 (2 ports) and interfaces for
DVI-D, DVI-I and HDMI displays. MB960AF features Intel Active
Management Technology 7.0.
USB 3.0 host controller [ASMedia # ASM1042], support 2 ports
- 2 ports in the rear panel
®
Q67 PCH built-in SATA controller, supports total 6 ports
Serial ATA
Intel
2 x SATA (3.0) 6Gbps+ 4 x SATA (2.0) 3Gbps ports (2 FIS based Port
Multiplier)
®
Q67 PCH built-in High Definition Audio controller + AL C892 w/ 7.1 CH
Audio
Intel
LPC I/O Fintek F81865-I (Ver. C)
COM1 (RS232/422/485), COM2/COM3/COM4 (RS232), Hardware
Monitor (2 thermal inputs,4 voltage monitor inputs & 2 Fan headers)
COM1/2 with pin-9 with power for 2 ports (500 mA for each port)
Digital IO
IAMT(7.0) Intel® Q67 PCH built-in (MI960AF only)
4 in & 4 out
®
- Intel
Active Management Technology ver. 7.0
TPM 1.2 Winbond WPCT210A (MB960AF only)
PCI to ISA
PATA
ITE IT8888G x 1 for high ISA bus
JMicron JMB368 (PCI-e to PATA) x1 for 1 PATA channel
- CF x1 ( Horizontal type)
Expansion Slots
Edge
Connectors
- PCI-Express (16x) x1 [PEG]; PCI-Express (4x) x1; PCI x4; ISA x1
DVI-D + DVI-I stack connector; Dual DB9 stack connector for COM #1, #2
Dual USB (3.0) dual stack connector; HDMI stack connector
Gigabit LAN RJ-45 + dual USB (2.0) stack connector x2
RCA Jack 3 x 1 for HD Audio
Onboard
Header/
Connector
2 ports x SATA III [Blue color]; 4 ports x SATA II
2x5 pin-header x5 for 10 ports USB; 2x5 pin-header for front panel audio
2x10 pin-header for COM3 (RS232) & COM4 (RS232)
2x5 pin-header for Digital IO
Watchdog Timer
System
Yes (256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255 sec/min)
ATX
Voltage
Others
LAN Wakeup, EuP feature (Fintek F75160), UL 60950-1 2
compatible
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Board Size
305mm x 244mm
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INSTALLATIONS
Installations
This section provides information on how to use the jumpers and
connectors on the MB960 in order to set up a workable system. The
topics covered are:
Installing the CPU .................................................................................. 7
Installing the Memory ............................................................................ 8
Setting the Jumpers ................................................................................ 9
Connectors on MB960 ......................................................................... 13
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Installing the CPU
The MB960 board supports an LGA1155 Socket (shown below) for
Intel Sandy Bridge processors.
To install the CPU, unlock first the socket by pressing the lever
sideways, then lift it up to a 90-degree. Then, position the CPU above the
socket such that the CPU corner aligns with the gold triangle matching
the socket corner with a small triangle. Carefully insert the CPU into the
socket and push down the lever to secure the CPU. Then, install the heat
sink and fan.
NOTE:
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Ensure that the CPU heat sink and the CPU top surface are in
total contact to avoid CPU overheating problem that would
cause your system to hang or be unstable.
INSTALLATIONS
Installing the Memory
The MB960 board supports four DDR3 memory socket for a maximum
total memory of 16GB in DDR3 DIMM memory type.
Installing and Removing Memory Modules
To install the DDR3 modules, locate the memory slot on the board and
perform the following steps:
1. Hold the DDR3 module so that the key of the DDR3 module aligned
with that on the memory slot.
2. Gently push the DDR3 m odule in an upright position until the clips of
the slot close to hold the DDR3 module in place when the DDR3
module touches the bottom of the slot.
3. To remove the DDR3 module, press the clips with both hands.
LockLock
DDR3 Module
LockLock
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Setting the Jumpers
Jumpers are used on MB960 to select various settings and features
according to your needs and applications. Contact your supplier if you
have doubts about the best configuration for your needs. The following
lists the connectors on MB960 and their respective functions.
Jumper Locations on MB960 .............................................................. 10