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IEI Technology Corp.
MODEL:
WSB-G41A
PCIMG 1.0 LGA775 Motherboard for Intel® Core™2
Duo/Quad/Extreme CPU, 800/1066/1333 MHz FSB, VGA, LAN,
SATA, PCI, USB, HD Audio, RoHS Compliant
User Manual
Rev. 1.01 – 3 November, 2010
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Revision
Date Version Changes
3 November, 2010 1.01 Modified Table 3-3: ATX Power Supply Enable Connector
Pinouts
10 May, 2010 1.00 Initial release
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COPYRIGHT NOTICE
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improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part
of the manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or
documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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owners.
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................... 2
1.2 BENEFITS ................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 2
1.4 CONNECTORS ............................................................................................................. 3
1.5 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 4
1.6 DATA FLOW................................................................................................................ 5
1.7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 6
2 PACKING LIST............................................................................................................. 8
2.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................ 9
2.2 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 9
2.3 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 10
2.4 OPTIONAL ITEMS.......................................................................................................11
3 CONNECTORS ........................................................................................................... 13
3.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 14
3.1.1 Layout .............................................................................................................. 14
3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..................................................................... 14
3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............................................................... 15
3.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS ...................................................................... 15
3.2.1 ATX Power Control Connector........................................................................ 15
3.2.2 Audio Kit Connector........................................................................................ 16
3.2.3 Battery Connector............................................................................................ 17
3.2.4 CPU Fan Connector........................................................................................ 18
3.2.5 CPU Power Input Connector........................................................................... 18
3.2.6 DVI Connector................................................................................................. 19
3.2.7 Digital I/O Connector...................................................................................... 20
3.2.8 Floppy Disk Connector.................................................................................... 21
3.2.9 Front Panel Connector.................................................................................... 22
3.2.10 Infrared Interface Connector......................................................................... 23
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3.2.11 Keyboard Connector...................................................................................... 24
3.2.12 Memory Slot................................................................................................... 25
3.2.13 IDE Connector............................................................................................... 26
3.2.14 Parallel Port Connector ................................................................................ 27
3.2.15 SATA Drive Connectors ................................................................................. 28
3.2.16 Serial Port Connector.................................................................................... 29
3.2.17 SPI Flash Connector...................................................................................... 30
3.2.18 USB Connectors............................................................................................. 31
3.3 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTOR PANEL ......................................... 31
3.3.1 Keyboard/Mouse Connector............................................................................ 32
3.3.2 LAN Connector ................................................................................................ 33
3.3.3 USB Connector ................................................................................................ 33
3.3.4 VGA Connector................................................................................................ 34
4 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 35
4.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 36
4.2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS.............................................................................. 36
4.3 BASIC INSTALLATION ............................................................................................... 37
4.3.1 CPU Installation.............................................................................................. 38
4.3.2 Cooling Kit Installation ................................................................................... 41
4.3.3 DIMM Installation........................................................................................... 42
4.3.4 Backplane Installation..................................................................................... 43
4.3.5 CPU Card Installation..................................................................................... 44
4.4 JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 44
4.4.1 Clear CMOS Jumper........................................................................................ 45
4.5 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS........................................................ 45
4.5.1 SATA Drive Connection ................................................................................... 45
4.5.2 USB Cable (Dual Port) with Slot Bracket ....................................................... 47
4.6 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTION................................................... 48
4.6.1 LAN Connection............................................................................................... 48
4.6.2 USB Device Connection................................................................................... 49
4.6.3 VGA Monitor Connection ................................................................................ 50
4.7 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 51
5 BIOS.............................................................................................................................. 53
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5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 54
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 54
5.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 54
5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 55
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot after Configuration Changes.............................................. 55
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 55
5.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 56
5.3 ADVANCED............................................................................................................... 57
5.3.1 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 58
5.3.2 IDE Configuration........................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave............................................................................. 61
5.3.3 Floppy Configuration....................................................................................... 65
5.3.4 Super IO Configuration ................................................................................... 66
5.3.5 Hardware Health Configuration...................................................................... 70
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5.3.6 Power Configuration ....................................................................................... 73
5.3.6.1 ACPI Settings............................................................................................ 73
5.3.6.2 APM Configuration................................................................................... 74
5.3.7 Remote Access Configuration.......................................................................... 76
5.3.8 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 78
5.4 PCI/PNP................................................................................................................... 80
5.5 BOOT........................................................................................................................ 83
5.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration............................................................................. 83
5.5.2 Boot Device Priority........................................................................................ 85
5.5.3 Hard Disk Drives............................................................................................. 86
5.5.4 Removable Drives............................................................................................ 86
5.5.5 CD/DVD Drives............................................................................................... 87
5.6 SECURITY................................................................................................................. 87
5.7 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................... 88
5.7.1 Northbridge Configuration.............................................................................. 89
5.7.1.1 V ideo Function Configuration .................................................................. 91
5.7.2 Southbridge Configuration .............................................................................. 91
5.8 EXIT......................................................................................................................... 92
A BIOS OPTIONS .......................................................................................................... 95
B TERMINOLOGY........................................................................................................ 99
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C ONE KEY RECOVERY........................................................................................... 103
C.1 ONE KEY RECOVERY INTRODUCTION .................................................................... 104
C.1.1 System Requirement ...................................................................................... 104
C.1.2 Supported Operating System......................................................................... 104
C.2 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR WINDOWS........................................................................ 106
C.2.1 Hardware and BIOS Setup ............................................................................ 107
C.2.2 Create Partitions........................................................................................... 107
C.2.3 Install Operating System, Drivers and Applications......................................110
C.2.4 Build-up Recovery Partition...........................................................................110
C.2.5 Create Factory Default Image .......................................................................112
C.3 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR LINUX...............................................................................117
C.4 RECOVERY TOOL FUNCTIONS ................................................................................ 120
C.4.1 Factory Restore............................................................................................. 122
C.4.2 Backup System............................................................................................... 123
C.4.3 Restore Your Last Backup.............................................................................. 124
C.4.4 Manual .......................................................................................................... 125
D WATCHDOG TIMER.............................................................................................. 126
E DIGITAL I/O INTERFACE..................................................................................... 129
E.1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 130
E.2 DIO CONNECTOR PINOUTS.................................................................................... 130
E.3 ASSEMBLY LANGUAGE EXAMPLE .......................................................................... 130
F HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE........................................................ 131
F.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ..................................... 132
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: WSB-G41A ...................................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Connectors ..................................................................................................................3
Figure 1-3: Dimensions (mm)........................................................................................................4
Figure 1-4: Data Flow Diagram......................................................................................................5
Figure 3-1: Connectors and Jumpers.........................................................................................14
Figure 3-2: ATX Power Supply Enable Connector Location....................................................16
Figure 3-3: Audio Kit Connector Location.................................................................................17
Figure 3-4: Battery Connector Location.....................................................................................17
Figure 3-5: CPU Fan Connector Location..................................................................................18
Figure 3-6: CPU Power Input Connector Location....................................................................19
Figure 3-7: DVI Connector Location...........................................................................................20
Figure 3-8: Digital I/O Connector Locations ..............................................................................21
Figure 3-9: Floppy Drive Connector Location...........................................................................22
Figure 3-10: Front Panel Connector Location ...........................................................................23
Figure 3-11: Infrared Connector Location..................................................................................24
Figure 3-12: Keyboard Connector Location ..............................................................................25
Figure 3-13: Memory Card Slot Location ...................................................................................26
Figure 3-14: IDE Connector Location.........................................................................................26
Figure 3-15: Parallel Port Connector Location..........................................................................28
Figure 3-16: SATA Drive Connector Location...........................................................................29
Figure 3-17: Serial Port Connector Location.............................................................................29
Figure 3-18: SPI Flash Connector...............................................................................................30
Figure 3-19: USB Connector Pinout Locations.........................................................................31
Figure 3-20: External Peripheral Interface Connector..............................................................32
Figure 3-21: PS/2 Pinout and Configuration..............................................................................32
Figure 3-22: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................34
Figure 4-1: Intel LGA775 Socket .................................................................................................38
Figure 4-2: Remove Protective Cover.........................................................................................39
Figure 4-3: CPU Socket Load Plate.............................................................................................39
Figure 4-4: Insert the Socket LGA775 CPU................................................................................40
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Figure 4-5: Cooling Kits...............................................................................................................41
Figure 4-6: Securing the Heat sink to the WSB-G41A ..............................................................42
Figure 4-7: DIMM Installation.......................................................................................................43
Figure 4-8: Clear BIOS Jumper Location ...................................................................................45
Figure 4-9: SATA Drive Cable Connection.................................................................................46
Figure 4-10: SATA Power Drive Connection..............................................................................47
Figure 4-11: Dual USB Cable Connection..................................................................................48
Figure 4-12: LAN Connection......................................................................................................49
Figure 4-13: USB Device Connection.........................................................................................50
Figure 4-14: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................51
Figure 4-15: Introduction Screen................................................................................................52
Figure 4-16: Available Drivers.....................................................................................................52
Figure C-1: Recovery Tool Setup Menu .................................................................................. 108
Figure C-2: Command Mode..................................................................................................... 108
Figure C-3: Partition Creation Commands.............................................................................. 109
Figure C-4: System Configuration for Windows .................................................................... 111
Figure C-5: Build-up Recovery Partition................................................................................. 111
Figure C-6: Press any key to continue.................................................................................... 112
Figure C-7: Press F3 to Boot into Recovery Mode................................................................. 112
Figure C-8: Recovery Tool Menu ............................................................................................. 113
Figure C-9: About Symantec Ghost Window.......................................................................... 113
Figure C-10: Symantec Ghost Path ......................................................................................... 114
Figure C-11: Select a Local Source Drive ............................................................................... 114
Figure C-12: Select a Source Partition from Basic Drive ...................................................... 114
Figure C-13: File Name to Copy Image to ............................................................................... 115
Figure C-14: Compress Image.................................................................................................. 116
Figure C-15: Image Creation Confirmation............................................................................. 116
Figure C-16: Image Creation Complete................................................................................... 116
Figure C-17: Image Creation Complete................................................................................... 117
Figure C-18: Press Any Key to Continue................................................................................ 117
Figure C-19: Partitions for Linux.............................................................................................. 118
Figure C-20: System Configuration for Linux......................................................................... 119
Figure C-21: Access menu.lst in Linux (Text Mode).............................................................. 119
Figure C-22: Recovery Tool Menu ........................................................................................... 120
Figure C-23: Recovery Tool Main Menu.................................................................................. 121
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Figure C-24: Restore Factory Default...................................................................................... 122
Figure C-25: Recovery Complete Window.............................................................................. 122
Figure C-26: Backup System.................................................................................................... 123
Figure C-27: System Backup Complete Window ................................................................... 123
Figure C-28: Restore Backup................................................................................................... 124
Figure C-29: Restore System Backup Complete Window..................................................... 124
Figure C-30: Symantec Ghost Window ................................................................................... 125
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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications..............................................................................................7
Table 2-1: Packing List.................................................................................................................11
Table 2-2: Optional Items.............................................................................................................12
Table 3–1: Internal Peripheral Connectors ................................................................................15
Table 3–2: External Peripheral Connectors...............................................................................15
Table 3-3: ATX Power Supply Enable Connector Pinouts .......................................................16
Table 3-4: Audio Kit Connector Pinouts.....................................................................................17
Table 3-5: Battery Connector Pinouts........................................................................................18
Table 3-6: CPU Fan Connector Pinouts......................................................................................18
Table 3-7: CPU Power Input Connector Pinouts.......................................................................19
Table 3-8: DVI Connector Pinouts...............................................................................................20
Table 3-9: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts....................................................................................21
Table 3-10: Floppy Drive Connector Pinouts.............................................................................22
Table 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinouts...............................................................................23
Table 3-12: Infrared Connector Pinouts.....................................................................................24
Table 3-13: Keyboard Connector Pinouts..................................................................................25
Table 3-14: IDE Connector Pinouts.............................................................................................27
Table 3-15: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts .............................................................................28
Table 3-16: Serial Port Connector Pinouts ................................................................................30
Table 3-17: SPI Flash Connector.................................................................................................30
Table 3-18: USB Port Connector Pinouts...................................................................................31
Table 3-19: Keyboard Connector Pinouts..................................................................................33
Table 3-20: LAN Pinouts ..............................................................................................................33
Table 3-21: USB Port Pinouts......................................................................................................34
Table 3-22: VGA Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................34
Table 4-1: Jumpers.......................................................................................................................44
Table 4-2: Clear BIOS Jumper Settings......................................................................................45
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................55
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BIOS Menus
BIOS Menu 1: Main.......................................................................................................................56
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced..............................................................................................................58
BIOS Menu 3: CPU Configuration...............................................................................................58
BIOS Menu 4: IDE Configuration.................................................................................................59
BIOS Menu 5: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration...........................................................61
BIOS Menu 6: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration...........................................................66
BIOS Menu 7: Super IO Configuration........................................................................................67
BIOS Menu 8: Hardware Health Configuration..........................................................................70
BIOS Menu 9: ACPI Configuration..............................................................................................73
BIOS Menu 10: ACPI Settings .....................................................................................................73
BIOS Menu 11: APM Configuration.............................................................................................74
BIOS Menu 12: Remote Access Configuration..........................................................................76
BIOS Menu 13: USB Configuration.............................................................................................79
BIOS Menu 14: PCI/PnP Configuration.......................................................................................81
BIOS Menu 15: Boot.....................................................................................................................83
BIOS Menu 16: Boot Settings Configuration.............................................................................83
BIOS Menu 17: Boot Device Priority Settings ...........................................................................85
BIOS Menu 18: Hard Disk Drives ................................................................................................86
BIOS Menu 19: Removable Drives..............................................................................................86
BIOS Menu 20: CD/DVD Drives ...................................................................................................87
BIOS Menu 21: Security...............................................................................................................87
BIOS Menu 22: Chipset................................................................................................................89
BIOS Menu 23:Northbridge Chipset Configuration...................................................................89
BIOS Menu 24:Northbridge Chipset Configuration...................................................................91
BIOS Menu 25: Southbridge Chipset Configuration.................................................................92
BIOS Menu 26: Exit.......................................................................................................................93
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Chapter
1
1 Introduction
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1.1 Introduction
Figure 1-1: WSB-G41A
The WSB-G41A is a PCIMG 1.0 CPU card with an 800/1066/1333 MHz front side bus.
WSB-G41A CPU Card
The LGA775 accepts Intel® Core™2 Duo/Quad/Extreme processors and the card
supports two DDR3 DIMMs up to 2.0 GB each (4.0 GB total). The WSB-G41A includes
VGA video output and an optional DVI output. Expansion cards may be added to the
expansion card slots on the backplane. Other features include floppy disk connector, IDE
connector, 4 x SATA, dual Gigabit LAN, digital I/O, two serial ports, one parallel port and
seven USB ports.
1.2 Benefits
Some of the WSB-G41A motherboard benefits include:
Powerful graphics
Staying connected with both wired LAN connections
Speedy running of multiple programs and applications
1.3 Features
Some of the WSB-G41A motherboard features are listed below:
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PCIMG 1.0
RoHS compliant
LGA775 CPU socket
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Supports two DDR3 DIMMs
Two Gigabit Ethernet connectors
Four SATA connectors
High Definition audio to connect to an optional audio kit
1.4 Connectors
The connectors on the WSB-G41A are shown in the figure below.
Figure 1-2: Connectors
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1.5 Dimensions
The main dimensions of the WSB-G41A are shown in the diagram below.
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Figure 1-3: Dimensions (mm)
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1.6 Data Flow
5Figure 1-4 shows the data flow between the system chipset, the CPU and other
components installed on the motherboard.
Figure 1-4: Data Flow Diagram
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1.7 Technical Specifications
WSB-G41A technical specifications are shown below.
Specification WSB-G41A
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Form Factor
CPU Supported
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Northbridge Chipset
Integrated Graphics
Memory
Southbridge Chipset
BIOS
Digital I/O
Ethernet Controllers
Super I/O Controller
Watchdog Timer
PCIMG 1.0
Socket LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Duo/Quad/Extreme,
Celeron
800/1066/1333 MHz
Intel® G41
VGA
DVI (WSB-G41A-DVI only)
Two DDR3 modules up to 2 GB each (4 GB total)
Intel® ICH7
AMI BIOS
8-bit, 4-bit input/4-bit output
Dual Realtek RTL811 1 CP
iTE IT8718F
Software programmable supports 1~2 55 sec. system reset
Audio Connectors
Keyboard/Mouse
Serial Ports
USB 2.0/1.1 ports
Floppy Disk Drives
IDE
Serial ATA
Environmental and Power Specifications
Power Supply
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One internal audio connector
One external PS/2, one internal pin header
Two RS-232 COM connectors
Six internal via pin header
One external
One floppy disk drive (FDD) connector
One IDE connector
Four independent SATA channels with 3.0 Gb/s data
transfer rates
ATX supported
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Specification WSB-G41A
Power Consumption
Operating temperature
Humidity
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
Gross Weight
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications
5 V @ 7.13 A
12 V @ 0.27 A
5VBS @ 0.11 A
Vcore @ 3.02 A
3D Mark2001SE with Intel® Core™2 Duo E8500 3.16GHz
and two 2GB DDR3 modules
0ºC ~ 60ºC( 32°F ~ 140°F), requires cooler and silicone
heat sink paste
5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
338 mm x 122 mm
1.1 kg
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Chapter
2
2 Packing List
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2.1 Anti-static Precautions
WARNING!
Static electricity can destroy certain electronics. Make sure to follow the
ESD precautions to prevent damage to the product, and injury to the
user.
Make sure to adhere to the following guidelines:
Wear an anti-static wristband: Wearing an anti-static wristband can prevent
electrostatic discharge.
Self-grounding: Touch a grounded conductor every few minutes to discharge
any excess static buildup.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring any circuit board, place it on an
anti-static mat.
Only handle the edges of the PCB: Don't touch the surface of the
motherboard. Hold the motherboard by the edges when handling.
2.2 Unpacking Precautions
When the WSB-G41A is unpacked, please do the following:
Follow the antistatic guidelines above.
Make sure the packing box is facing upwards whe n opening.
Make sure all the packing list items are present.
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2.3 Packing List
NOTE:
If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, do
not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or vendor the
WSB-G41A was purchased from or contact an IEI sales representative
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directly by sending an email to
The WSB-G41A is shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 WSB-G41A / WSB-G41A-DVI
1 Dual RS-232 cable (with bracket)
(P/N: 19800-000051-RS)
4 SATA cable
(P/N: 32000-062800-RS)
1 Keyboard and mouse Y cable
(P/N: 32000-133200-RS)
32sales@iei.com.tw.
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1 USB cable
(P/N: CB-USB02-RS
1 IO-KIT-001-R20
(only with DVI model)
1 Mini jumper pack (2.0mm)
(P/N:33100-000033-RS)
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Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 Utility CD
1 Quick Installation Guide
Table 2-1: Packing List
2.4 Optional Items
The following are optional components which may be separately purchased:
Item and Part Number Image
CPU cooler kit
(P/N: CF-520-RS-R1 1 )
CPU cooler kit
(P/N: CF-775A-RS)
ATA66 cable
(P/N: 32200-000052-RS)
FDD cable
(P/N: 32200-000017-RS)
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Item and Part Number Image
LPT cable
(P/N: 19800-000049-RS)
Audio kit_ 5.1 Channel
(P/N: AC-KIT08R-R10)
Audio kit_ 7.1 Channel
(P/N: AC-KIT-883HD-R10)
SATA power cable
(P/N: 32100-088600-RS
32102-000100-100-RS
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32102-000100-200-RS)
Table 2-2: Optional Items
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Chapter
3
3 Connectors
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3.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors
This chapter details all the jumpers and connectors.
3.1.1 Layout
The figure below shows all the connectors and jumpers.
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Figure 3-1: Connectors and Jumpers
3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors
The table below lists all the connectors on the board.
Connector Type Label
ATX Power Control Connector 3-pin wafer (1x3) ATXCTL1
Audio Kit Connector 9-pin header J_AUDIO1
Battery Connector 2-pin wafer (1x2) BAT1
CPU Fan Connector 4-pin header CPU_FAN1
CPU Power Input Connector 4-pin connector CPU12V1
DVI Connector 26-pin header DVI1
Digital I/O Connector 10-pin header DIO1
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Floppy Disk Connector 34-pin header FDD1
Front Panel Connector 14-pin header F_PANEL1
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Connector Type Label
Infrared Interface Connector 5-pin header (1x5) IR1
Keyboard Connector 5-pin header (1x5) KB1
Memory Slot DIMM slot DIMM1, DIMM2
IDE Connector 40-pin box header PIDE1
Parallel Port Connector 26-pin box header LPT1
SATA Drive Connectors 7-pin SATA drive
connectors
Serial Port Connector 10-pin box header COM1, COM2
SPI Flash Connector 8-pin header JSPI1
USB Connectors 8-pin header USB12, USB34,
Table 3–1: Internal Peripheral Connectors
SATA1, SATA2,
SATA3, SATA4
USB56
3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors
The table below lists the connectors on the external I/O panel.
Connector Type Label
Keyboard/Mouse Connector PS/2 KB_MS1
LAN Connector RJ-45 LAN1, LAN2
USB Connector USB port USB_C1
VGA Connector 15-pin Female VGA1
Table 3–2: External Peripheral Connectors
3.2 Internal Peripheral Connectors
The section describes all of the connectors on the WSB-G41A.
3.2.1 ATX Power Control Connector
CN Label: ATXCTL1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The connector is for enabling an ATX power supply. When connected to the power supply,
the power can be turned on and off with the front panel switch.
Figure 3-2: ATX Power Supply Enable Connector Location
3-pin wafer (1x3)
Figure 3-2
See
Table 3-3
See
Pin Description
1 GND
2 ATX_ON
3 5VSB
Table 3-3: ATX Power Supply Enable Connector Pinouts
3.2.2 Audio Kit Connector
CN Label: J_AUDIO1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
This connector connects to an external audio kit.
9-pin header
See
See
Figure 3-3
Table 3-4
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Figure 3-3: Audio Kit Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 SYNC 2 BITCLK
3 SDOUT 4 PCBEEP
5 SDIN 6 RST#
7 VCC 8 GND
9 +12 V
Table 3-4: Audio Kit Connector Pinouts
3.2.3 Battery Connector
CN Label: BAT1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
This is connected to the system battery. The battery provides power to the system clock to
retain the time when power is turned off.
2-pin wafer (1x2)
Figure 3-4
See
Table 3-5
See
Figure 3-4: Battery Connector Location
Pin Description
1 Battery+
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Pin Description
2 Ground
Table 3-5: Battery Connector Pinouts
3.2.4 CPU Fan Connector
CN Label: CPU_FAN1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
4-pin header
Figure 3-5
See
Table 3-6
See
The fan connector attaches to a CPU cooling fan.
Figure 3-5: CPU Fan Connector Location
Pin Description
1 GND
2 +12 V
3 Rotation signal
4 Control
Table 3-6: CPU Fan Connector Pinouts
3.2.5 CPU Power Input Connector
CN Label: CPU12V1
4-pin connector
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CN Type:
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CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The CPU power input connector provides power to the CPU.
See
Figure 3-6
Table 3-7
See
Figure 3-6: CPU Power Input Connector Location
Pin Description
1 GND
2 GND
3 12 V
4 12 V
Table 3-7: CPU Power Input Connector Pinouts
3.2.6 DVI Connector
CN Label: DVI1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
26-pin header
Figure 3-7
See
Table 3-8
See
The DVI connector connects to a monitor that supports DVI video input.
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Figure 3-7: DVI Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 Data 2- 14 +5 V Power
2 Data 2+ 15 GND
3 GND 16 Hot Plug Detect
4 N/C 17 Data05 N/C 18 Data 0+
6 DDC Clock 19 GND
7 DDC Data 20 N/C
8 N/C 21 N/C
9 Data 1- 22 GND
10 Data 1+ 23 Clock+
11 GND 24 Clock12 N/C 25 GND
13 N/C 26
Table 3-8: DVI Connector Pinouts
3.2.7 Digital I/O Connector
CN Label: DIO1
CN Type:
10-pin header
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CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
Figure 3-8
See
Table 3-9
See
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The digital I/O connector provides programmable input and output for external devices.
The digital I/O provides 4-bit output and 4-bit input.
Figure 3-8: Digital I/O Connector Locations
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 2 VCC
3 Output 3 4 Output 2
5 Output 1 6 Output 0
7 Input 3 8 Input 2
9 Input 1 10 Input 0
Table 3-9: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts
3.2.8 Floppy Disk Connector
CN Label: FDD1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The floppy disk connector is connected to a floppy disk drive.
34-pin header
Figure 3-9
See
Table 3-10
See
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Figure 3-9: Floppy Drive Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 2 REDUCE WRITE
3 GND 4 N/C
5 N/C 6 N/C
7 GND 8 INDEX#
9 GND 10 MOTOR ENABLE A#
11 GND 12 DRIVE SELECT B#
13 GND 14 DRIVE SELECT A#
15 GND 16 MOTOR ENABLE B#
17 GND 18 DIRECTION#
19 GND 20 STEP#
21 GND 22 WRITE DATA#
23 GND 24 WRITE GATE#
25 GND 26 TRACK 0#
27 GND 28 WRITE PROTECT#
29 GND 30 READ DATA#
31 GND 32 SIDE 1 SELECT#
33 GND 34 DISK CHANGE#
Table 3-10: Floppy Drive Connector Pinouts
3.2.9 Front Panel Connector
CN Label: F_PANEL1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
14-pin header
Figure 3-10
See
Table 3-11
See
The front panel connector connects to the indicator LEDs and buttons on the computer's
front panel.
Figure 3-10: Front Panel Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 Power LED+ 2 Speaker+
3 N/C 4 N/C
5 Power LED- 6 N/C
7 Power button+ 8 Speaker9 Power button- 10 N/C
11 HDD LED+ 12 Reset+
13 HDD LED- 14 Reset-
Table 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinouts
3.2.10 Infrared Interface Connector
CN Label: IR1
CN Type:
CN Location:
5-pin header (1x5)
Figure 3-11
See
Table 3-12
CN Pinouts:
See
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The infrared connector attaches to an infrared receiver for use with remote controls.
Figure 3-11: Infrared Connector Location
Pin Description
1 VCC
2 NC
3 IR-RX
4 GND
5 IR-TX
Table 3-12: Infrared Connector Pinouts
3.2.11 Keyboard Connector
CN Label: KB1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The keyboard connector can be used to install a PS/2 keyboard.
5-pin header (1x5)
Figure 3-12
See
Table 3-13
See
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Figure 3-12: Keyboard Connector Location
Pin Description
1 KEYBOARD CLOCK
2 KEYBOARD DATA
3 N/C
4 GROUND
5 VCC
Table 3-13: Keyboard Connector Pinouts
3.2.12 Memory Slot
CN Label: DIMM1, DIMM2
CN Type:
CN Location:
The DIMM slots are for DIMM memory modules.
DIMM slot
Figure 3-13
See
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Figure 3-13: Memory Card Slot Location
3.2.13 IDE Connector
CN Label: PIDE1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
Connects to IDE hard drives and optical drives.
Figure 3-14: IDE Connector Location
40-pin box header
Figure 3-14
See
Table 3-14
See
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 RESET# 2 GROUND
3 DATA 7 4 DATA 8
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Pin Description Pin Description
5 DATA 6 6 DATA 9
7 DATA 5 8 DATA 10
9 DATA 4 10 DATA 11
11 DATA 3 12 DATA 12
13 DATA 2 14 DATA 13
15 DATA 1 16 DATA 14
17 DATA 0 18 DATA 15
19 GROUND 20 N/C
21 IDE DRQ 22 GROUND
23 IOW# 24 GROUND
25 IOR# 26 GROUND
27 IDE CHRDY 28 GROUND
29 IDE DACK 30 GROUND–DEFAULT
31 INTERRUPT 32 N/C
33 SA1 34 N/C
35 SA0 36 SA2
37 HDC CS0# 38 HDC CS1#
39 HDD ACTIVE# 40 GROUND
Table 3-14: IDE Connector Pinouts
3.2.14 Parallel Port Connector
CN Label: LPT1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The parallel port connector connects to a parallel port connector interface or some other
parallel port device such as a printer.
26-pin box header
Figure 3-15
See
Table 3-15
See
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Figure 3-15: Parallel Port Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 STROBE# 14 AUTO FORM FEED#
2 DATA0 15 ERROR#
3 DATA1 16 INITIALIZE#
4 DATA2 17 PRINTER SELECT LN#
5 DATA3 18 GROUND
6 DATA4 19 GROUND
7 DATA5 20 GROUND
8 DATA6 21 GROUND
9 DATA7 22 GROUND
10 ACKNOWLEDGE 23 GROUND
11 BUSY 24 GROUND
12 PAPER EMPTY 25 GROUND
13 PRINTER SELECT
Table 3-15: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.15 SATA Drive Connectors
CN Label: SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4
CN Type:
7-pin SATA drive connectors
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Figure 3-16
CN Location:
See
The SATA drive connectors can be connected to SATA drives.
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Figure 3-16: SATA Drive Connector Location
3.2.16 Serial Port Connector
CN Label: COM1, COM2
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
This connector provides RS-232 communications.
Figure 3-17: Serial Port Connector Location
10-pin box header
Figure 3-17
See
Table 3-16
See
Pin Description
1 Data Carrier Direct (DCD)
2 Receive Data (RXD)
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Pin Description
3 Transmit Data (TXD)
4 Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
5 Ground (GND)
6 Data Set Ready (DSR)
7 Request To Send (RTS)
8 Clear To Send (CTS)
9 Ring Indicator (RI)
10 NC
Table 3-16: Serial Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.17 SPI Flash Connector
CN Label: JSPI1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
8-pin header
Figure 3-18
See
Table 3-17
See
The 8-pin SPI Flash connector is used to flash the BIOS.
Figure 3-18: SPI Flash Connector
Pin Description Pin Description
1 VCC 2 GND
3 CS# 4 CLOCK
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5 SO 6 SI
7 NC 8 NC
Table 3-17: SPI Flash Connector
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3.2.18 USB Connectors
CN Label: USB12, USB34, USB56
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The USB connectors connect to USB devices. Each pin header provides two USB ports.
Figure 3-19: USB Connector Pinout Locations
8-pin header
Figure 3-19
See
Table 3-18
See
Pin Description Pin Description
1 VCC 2 GND
3 DATA1- 4 DATA2+
5 DATA1+ 6 DATA27 GND 8 VCC
Table 3-18: USB Port Connector Pinouts
3.3 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel
The figure below shows the external peripheral interface connector (EPIC) panel. The
EPIC panel consists of the following:
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Figure 3-20: External Peripheral Interface Connector
3.3.1 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
CN Label: KB_MS1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
PS/2
Figure 3-20
See
Table 3-19, Figure 3-21
See
The keyboard and mouse connector is a standard PS/2 connector.
Figure 3-21: PS/2 Pinout and Configuration
Pin Description
1 KB DATA
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2 MS DATA
3 GND
4 VCC
5 KB CLOCK
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Pin Description
6 MS CLOCK
Table 3-19: Keyboard Connector Pinouts
3.3.2 LAN Connector
CN Label: LAN1, LAN2
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
RJ-45
Figure 3-20
See
Table 3-20
See
The LAN connector connects to a local network.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 TXA+ 5 TXC2 TXA- 6 TXB3 TXB+ 7 TXD+
4 TXC+ 8 TXD-
Table 3-20: LAN Pinouts
3.3.3 USB Connector
CN Label: USB_C1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
USB port
Figure 3-20
See
Table 3-21
See
The USB connector can be connected to a USB device.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 5 V 2 5 V
3 DATA- 4 DATA5 DATA+ 6 DATA+
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Pin Description Pin Description
7 GND 8 GND
Table 3-21: USB Port Pinouts
3.3.4 VGA Connector
CN Label: VGA1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
15-pin Female
Figure 3-20
See
Figure 3-22 and Table 3-22
See
The VGA connector connects to a monitor that accepts a standard VGA input.
Figure 3-22: VGA Connector
Pin Description Pin Description
1 RED 2 GREEN
3 BLUE 4 NC
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5 GND 6 GND
7 GND 8 GND
9 VCC / NC 10 GND
11 NC 12 DDC DAT
13 HSYNC 14 VSYNC
15 DDCCLK
Table 3-22: VGA Connector Pinouts
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4
4 Installation
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4.1 Anti-static Precautions
WARNING:
Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the
WSB-G41A may result in permanent damage to the WSB-G41A and
severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the WSB-G41A. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore
critical that whenever the WSB-G41A or any other electrical component is handled, the
following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Wear an anti-static wristband: Wearing a simple an ti-static wristband can
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help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.
Self-grounding: Before handling the board, touch any grounded conducting
material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any
conducting materials that are connected to the ground.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring the WSB-G41A, place it on an
antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the
WSB-G41A.
Only handle the edges of the PCB: When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
4.2 Installation Considerations
NOTE:
The following installation notices and installation considerations should
be read and understood before installation. All installation notices must
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be strictly adhered to. Failing to adhere to these precautions may lead
to severe damage and injury to the person performing the installation.
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WARNING:
The installation instructions described in this manual should be
carefully followed in order to prevent damage to the components and
injury to the user.
Before and during the installation please DO the following:
Read the user manual:
o The user manual provides a complete description of the WSB-G41A
installation instructions and configuration options.
Wear an electrostatic discharge cuff (ESD):
o Electronic components are easily damaged by ESD. Wearing an ESD cuff
removes ESD from the body and helps prevent ESD damage.
Place the WSB-G41A o n a n antistatic pad:
o When installing or configuring the motherboard, place it on an antistatic
pad. This helps to prevent potential ESD damage.
Turn all power to the WSB-G41A off:
o When working with the WSB-G41A, make sure that it is disconnected
from all power supplies and that no electricity is being fed into the system.
Before and during the installation of the WSB-G41A DO NOT:
Remove any of the stickers on the PCB board. These stickers are required for
warranty validation.
Use the product before verifying all the cables and power connectors are
properly connected.
Allow screws to come in contact with the PCB circuit, connector pins, or its
components.
4.3 Basic Installation
This section outlines the parts that must be installed for the system to function correctly.
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4.3.1 CPU Installation
NOTE:
To enable Hyper-Threading, the CPU and chipset must both support it.
WARNING:
CPUs are expensive and sensitive components. When installing the
CPU please be careful not to damage it in anyway. Make sure the CPU
is installed properly and ensure the correct cooling kit is properly
installed.
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The LGA775 socket is shown in Figure 4-1.
Figure 4-1: Intel LGA775 Socket
To install the CPU, follow the steps below.
WARNING:
DO NOT touch the pins at the bottom of the CPU. When handling the
CPU, only hold it on the sides.
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Step 1: Remove the protective cover. The black protective cover can be removed by
pulling up on the tab labeled "Remove". See
Figure 4-2: Remove Protective Cover
Step 2: Open the socket. Disengage the load lever by pressing the lever down and
slightly outward to clear the retention tab. Fully open the lever, then open the
load plate. See
Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-3: CPU Socket Load Plate
Step 3: Inspect the CPU socket. Make sure there are no bent pins and make sure the
socket contacts are free of foreign material. If any debris is found, remove it with
compressed air.
Step 4: Orientate the CPU properly. The contact array should be facing the CPU
socket.
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Step 5: Correctly position the CPU. Match the Pin 1 mark with the cut edge on the
CPU socket.
Step 6: Align the CPU pins. Locate pin 1 and the two orientation notches on the CPU.
Carefully match the two orientation notches on the CPU with the socket
alignment keys.
Step 7: Insert the CPU. Gently insert the CPU into the socket. If the CPU pins are
properly aligned, the CPU should slide into the CPU socket smoothly. See
Figure 4-4.
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Figure 4-4: Insert the Socket LGA775 CPU
Step 8: Close the CPU socket. Close the load plate and engage the load lever by
pushing it back to its original position. There will be some resist ance, but will not
require extreme pressure.
Step 9: Connect the 12 V power to the board. Connect the 12 V power from the power
supply to the board. Step 0:
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4.3.2 Cooling Kit Installation
WARNING:
DO NOT use the original Intel® heat sink and fan. A proprietary one is
recommended.
Figure 4-5: Cooling Kits
The cooling kit can be bought from IEI. The cooling kit has a heatsink and fan.
WARNING:
Do not wipe off (accidentally or otherwise) the pre-sprayed layer of
thermal paste on the bottom of the heat sink. The thermal paste
between the CPU and the heat sink is important for optimum heat
dissipation.
To install the cooling kit, follow the instructions below.
Step 1: Place the cooling kit onto the socket LGA775 CPU. Make sure the CPU
cable can be properly routed when the cooling kit is installed.
Step 2: Properly align the cooling kit. Make sure the four spring screw fasteners can
pass through the pre-drilled holes on the PCB.
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Step 3: Mount the cooling kit. Gently place the cooling kit on top of the CPU. Make
sure the four threaded screws on the corners of the cooling kit properly pass
through the predrilled holes on the bottom of the PCB.
Step 4: Secure the cooling kit. From the solder side of the PCB, align the support
bracket to the screw threads on heat sink that were inserted through the PCB
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holes. (See
Figure 4-6: Securing the Heat sink to the WSB-G41A
Figure 4-6)
Step 5: Tighten the screws. Use a screwdriver to tighten the four screws. Tighten each
nut a few turns at a time and do not over-tighten the screws.
Step 6: Connect the fan cable. Connect the cooling kit fan cable to the fan connector
on the WSB-G41A. Carefully route the cable and avoid heat generating chips
and fan blades. Step 0:
4.3.3 DIMM Installation
To install a DIMM, please follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-7.
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Figure 4-7: DIMM Installation
Step 1: Open the DIMM socket handles. Open the two handles outwards as far as
they can. See
Step 2: Align the DIMM with the socket. Align the DIMM so the notch on the memory
lines up with the notch on the memory socket. See
Step 3: Insert the DIMM. Once aligned, press down until the DIMM is properly seated.
Clip the two handles into place. See
Step 4: Removing a DIMM. To remove a DIMM, push both handles outward. The
memory module is ejected by a mechanism in the socket.Step 0:
Figure 4-7.
Figure 4-7.
Figure 4-7.
4.3.4 Backplane Installation
Before the WSB-G41A can be installed into the chassis, a backplane must first be
installed. Please refer to the installation instructions that came with the backplane and the
chassis to see how to install the backplane into the chassis.
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NOTE:
IEI has a wide range of backplanes available. Please contact your
WSB-G41A vendor, reseller or and IEI sales representative at
sales@iei.com.tw or visit the IEI website at http://www.ieiworld.com to
find out more about the available chassis.
4.3.5 CPU Card Installation
To install the WSB-G41A CPU card onto the backplane, carefully align the CPU card
interface connectors with the corresponding socket on the backplane. To do this, please
refer to the reference material that came with the backplane. Next, secure the CPU card to
the chassis. To do this, please refer to the reference material that came with the chassis.
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4.4 Jumper Settings
NOTE:
A jumper is a metal bridge used to close
an electrical circuit. It consists of two or
three metal pins and a small metal clip
(often protected by a plastic cover) that
slides over the pins to connect them. To
CLOSE/SHORT a jumper means
connecting the pins of the jumper with
the plastic clip and to OPEN a jumper means removing the plastic clip
from a jumper.
The WSB-G41A includes one jumper shown in Table 4-1.
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Description Label Type
Clear CMOS jumper J_CMOS1 3-pin header
Table 4-1: Jumpers
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4.4.1 Clear CMOS Jumper
Jumper Label: J_CMOS1
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
To reset the BIOS, move the jumper to the "Clear BIOS" position for 3 seconds or more,
and then move back to the default position.
Pin Description
1-2 Normal
2-3 Clear BIOS
Table 4-2: Clear BIOS Jumper Settings
3-pin header
Table 4-2
See
Figure 4-8
See
Figure 4-8: Clear BIOS Jumper Location
4.5 Internal Peripheral Device Connections
This section outlines the installation of peripheral devices to the onboard connectors.
4.5.1 SATA Drive Connection
The WSB-G41A is shipped with two SATA drive cables and one SATA drive power cable.
To connect the SATA drives to the connectors, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connectors. The locations of the SATA drive connectors are shown
in Chapter 3.
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Step 2: Insert the cable connector. Press the clip on the connector at the end of the
SATA cable and insert the cable connector into the on-board SATA drive
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connector. See
Figure 4-9: SATA Drive Cable Connection
Step 3: Connect the cable to the SATA disk. Connect the connector on the other end
Figure 4-9.
of the cable to the connector at the back of the SATA drive. See
Step 4: Connect the SATA power cable. Connect the SATA power connector to the
back of the SATA drive. See
Figure 4-10. Step 4:
Figure 4-10.
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Figure 4-10: SATA Power Drive Connection
4.5.2 USB Cable (Dual Port) with Slot Bracket
The WSB-G41A is shipped with a dual port USB 2.0 cable. To connect the USB cable
connector, please follow the steps below.
Step 5: Locate the connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in
Chapter 3.
WARNING:
If the USB pins are not properly aligned, the USB device can burn out.
Step 6: Align the connectors. The cable has two connectors. Correctly align pin 1on
each cable connector with pin 1 on the WSB-G41A USB connector.
Step 7: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connectors are properly aligned
with the USB connectors on the WSB-G41A, connect the cable connectors to
the on-board connectors. See
Figure 4-11.
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Figure 4-11: Dual USB Cable Connection
Step 8: Attach the bracket to the chassis. The USB 2.0 connectors are attached to a
bracket. To secure the bracket to the chassis please refer to the installation
instructions that came with the chassis.Step 0:
4.6 External Peripheral Interface Connection
This section describes connecting devices to the external connectors on the WSB-G41A.
4.6.1 LAN Connection
There are two external RJ-45 LAN connectors. The RJ-45 connectors enable connection
to an external network. To connect a LAN cable with an RJ-45 connector, please follow
the instructions below.
Step 1: Locate the RJ-45 connectors. The locations of the USB connecto rs are shown
in Chapter 4.
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Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of
the RJ-45 connectors on the WSB-G41A. See
Figure 4-12.
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Figure 4-12: LAN Connection
Step 3: Insert the LAN cable RJ-45 connector. Once aligned, gently insert the LAN
cable RJ-45 connector into the on-board RJ-45 connector. Step 0:
4.6.2 USB Device Connection
There are two external USB 2.0 connectors. Both connectors are perpendicular to the
WSB-G41A. To connect a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 device, please follow the instructions
below.
Step 1: Located the USB connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown
in Chapter 4.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the USB device connector with one of the
connectors on the WSB-G41A. See
Figure 4-13.
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Figure 4-13: USB Device Connection
Step 3: Insert the device connector. Once aligned, gently insert the USB device
connector into the on-board connector. Step 0:
4.6.3 VGA Monitor Connection
The WSB-G41A has a single female DB-15 connector on the external peripheral interface
panel. The DB-15 connector is connected to a CRT or VGA monitor. To connect a monitor
to the WSB-G41A, please follow the instructions below.
Step 1: Locate the female DB-15 connector. The location of the female DB-15
connector is shown in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align the VGA connector. Align the male DB-15 connector on the VGA screen
cable with the female DB-15 connector on the external peripheral interface.
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Step 3: Insert the VGA connector. Once the conne ctors are prop erly aligned with the
insert the male connector from the VGA screen into the female connector on the
WSB-G41A. See
Figure 4-14.
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Figure 4-14: VGA Connector
Step 4: Secure the connector. Secure the DB-15 VGA connector from the VGA
monitor to the external interface by tightening the two retention screws on either
side of the connector. Step 0:
4.7 Software Installation
All the drivers for the WSB-G41A are on the CD that came with the system. To install the
drivers, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Insert the CD into a CD drive connected to the system.
NOTE:
If the installation program doesn't start automatically:
Click "Start->My Computer->CD Drive->autorun.exe"
Step 2: The driver main menu appears (Figure 4-15).
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Figure 4-15: Introduction Screen
Step 3: Click WSB-G41A.
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Step 4: A new screen with a list of available drivers appears (
Figure 4-16: Available Drivers
Step 5: Install all of the necessary drivers in this menu. Step 0:
Figure 4-16).
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Chapter
5
5 BIOS
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5.1 Introduction
The BIOS is programmed onto the BIOS chip. The BIOS setup program allows changes to
certain system settings. This chapter outlines the options that can be changed.
5.1.1 Starting Setup
The AMI BIOS is activated when the computer is turned on. The setup program can be
activated in one of two ways.
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1. Press the D
2. Press the D
appears on the screen. 0.
If the message disappears before the D
again.
ELETE key as soon as the system is turned on or
ELETE key when the “Press Del to enter SETUP” message
ELETE key is pressed, restart the computer and try
5.1.2 Using Setup
Use the arrow keys to highlight items, press ENTER to select, use the PageUp and
PageDown keys to change entries, press F1 for help and press E
keys are shown in.
Key Function
Up arrow Move to previous item
Down arrow Move to next item
Left arrow Move to the item on the left hand side
SC to quit. Navigation
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Right arrow Move to the item on the right hand side
Esc key 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
Page Up key Increase the numeric value or make changes
Page Dn key Decrease the numeric value or make changes
F1 key General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option
Page Setup Menu
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Key Function
F2 /F3 key Change color from total 16 colors. F2 to select color
F10 key Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys
5.1.3 Getting Help
When F1 is pressed a small help window describing the appropriate keys to use and the
forward.
possible selections for the highlighted item appears. To exit the Help Window press E
the F1 key again.
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot after Configuration Changes
If the computer cannot boot after changes to the system configuration is made, CMOS
defaults. Use the jumper described in Chapter 5.
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar
The menu bar on top of the BIOS screen has the following main items:
Main – Changes the basic system configuration.
Advanced – Changes the advanced system settings.
PCIPnP – Changes the advanced PCI/PnP Settings
Boot – Changes the system boot configuration.
Security – Sets User and Supervisor Passwords.
Chipset – Changes the chipset settings.
SC or
Power – Changes power management settings.
Exit – Selects exit options and loads default settings
The following sections completely describe the configuration options found in the menu
items at the top of the BIOS screen and listed above.
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5.2 Main
The Main BIOS menu (BIOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered.
The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
System Overview
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AMIBIOS
Version :08.00.15
Build Date :07/08/09
ID: :B153MT11
Processor
Type :Intel® Core™2 CPU E8400 @ 3.00GHz
Speed :3000MHz
Count :1
System Memory
Size :2014MB
System Time [14:20:27]
System Time [Tue 010/08/2009]
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F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
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BIOS Menu 1: Main
System Overview
The System Overvie w lists a brief summary of different system components. Th e fields in
System Overview cannot be changed. The items shown in the system overview include:
AMI BIOS: Displays auto-detected BIOS information
o Version: Current BIOS version
o Build Date: Date the current BIOS version was made
o ID: Installed BIOS ID
Processor: Displays auto-detected CPU specifications
o Type: Names the currently installed processor
o Speed: Lists the processor speed
o Count: The number of CPUs on the motherboard
System Memory: Displays the auto-detected system memory.
o Size: Lists memory size
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The System Overview field also has two user configurable fields:
System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes
and seconds.
System Date [xx/xx/xx]
Use the System Date option to set the system date. Manually enter the day, month and
year.
5.3 Advanced
Use the Advanced menu (BIOS Menu 2) to configure the CPU and peripheral devices
through the following sub-menus:
WARNING!
Setting the wrong values in the sections below may cause the system
to malfunction. Make sure that the settings made are compatible with
the hardware.
CPU Configuration (see Section 5.3.1)
IDE Configuration (see Section
Floppy Configuration (see Section
Super IO Configuration (see Section
Hardware Health Configuration (see Section
Power Configuration (see Section
Remote Access Configuration (see Section
USB Configuration (see Section
5.3.2)
5.3.3)
5.3.3)
5.3.5)
)
5.3.7)
5.3.8)
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Advanced Settings
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WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause
system to malfunction
> CPU Configuration
> IDE Configuration
> SuperIO Configuration
> Hardware Health Configuration
> Power Configuration
> Remote Access Configuration
> USB Configuration
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BIOS Menu 2: Advanced
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5.3.1 CPU Configuration
Use the CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 3) to view detailed CPU specifications
and configure the CPU.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Configure Advanced CPU Settings
Module Version:3F.15
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Manufacturer :Intel®
Intel® Core™2 Quad CPU Q9300 @ 2.50GHz
Frequency :2.50GHz
FSB Speed :1333MHz
Cache L1 :128KB
Cache L2 :6144KB
Ratio Actual Value:7.5
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The CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 3) lists the following CPU details:
Manufacturer: Lists the name of the CPU manufacturer
Brand String: Lists the brand name of the CPU being used
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Frequency: Lists the CPU processing speed
FSB Speed: Lists the FSB speed
Cache L1: Lists the CPU L1 cache size
Cache L2: Lists the CPU L2 cache size
5.3.2 IDE Configuration
Use the IDE Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 4) to change and/or set the configuration
of the IDE devices installed in the system.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
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IDE Configuration
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ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced]
Configure SATA as [IDE]
Configure SATA Channels [Before PATA]
> Primary IDE Master : [Not Detected]
> Primary IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
> Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected]
> Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
> Third IDE Master : [Not Detected]
> Third IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
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BIOS Menu 4: IDE Configuration
ATA/IDE Configurations [Compatible]
Use the ATA/IDE Configurations option to configure the ATA/IDE controller.
Disabled
Compatible
Disables the on-board ATA/IDE controller.
Configures the on-board ATA/IDE controller to be in
compatible mode. In this mode, a SATA channel will
replace one of the IDE channels. This mode supports
up to 4 storage devices.
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Enhanced DEFAULT
Configure SATA as [IDE]
Use the Configure SATA as option to configure SATA devices as normal IDE devices.
IDE DEFAULT
Configure SATA Channels [Behind P ATA]
Use the Configure SATA Channels option to determine how SATA channels and PATA
channels are ordered.
Before PATA
Configures SATA devices as normal IDE device.
Configures the on-board ATA/IDE controller to be in
Enhanced mode. In this mode, IDE channels and SATA
channels are separated. This mode supports up to 6
storage devices. Some legacy OS do not support this
mode.
Puts SATA channels before PATA channels.
Behind PATA DEFAULT
IDE Master and IDE Slave
When entering setup, BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. BIOS
displays the status of the automatically detected IDE devices. The following IDE devices
are detected and are shown in the IDE Configuration menu:
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Secondary IDE Master
Secondary IDE Slave
Third IDE Master
Third IDE Slave
The IDE Configuration menu (
IDE devices installed in the system. If an IDE device is detected and one of the above
listed four BIOS configuration options are selected, the IDE configuration options shown in
Puts SATA channels behind PATA channels.
BIOS Menu 4) allows changes to the configurations for the
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5.3.2.1 appear.
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5.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave
Use the IDE Master and IDE Slave configuration menu to view both primary and
secondary IDE device details and configure the IDE devices connected to the system.
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Primary IDE Master
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Device :Not Detected
Type [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]
S.M.A.R.T. [Auto]
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]
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BIOS Menu 5: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration
Auto-Detected Drive Parameters
The “grayed-out” items in the left frame are IDE disk drive parameters automatically
detected from the firmware of the selected IDE disk drive. The drive parameters are listed
as follows:
Device: Lists the device type (e.g. hard disk, CD-ROM etc.)
Type: Indicates the type of devices a user ca n manually select
Vendor: Lists the device manufacturer
Size: List the storage capacity of the device.
LBA Mode: Indicates whether the LBA (Logical Block Addre s sing) is a method
of addressing data on a disk drive is supported or not.
Block Mode: Block mode boosts IDE drive performance by increasing the
amount of data transferred. Only 512 bytes of data can be transferred per
interrupt if block mode is not used. Block mode allows transfers of up to 64 KB
per interrupt.
PIO Mode: Indicates the PIO mode of the installed device.
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Type [Auto]
Use the Type BIOS option select the type of device the AMIBIOS attempts to boot from
after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) is complete.
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Async DMA: Indicates the highest Asynchronous DMA Mode that is
supported.
Ultra DMA: Indicates the highest Synchronous DMA Mode that is supported.
S.M.A.R.T.: Indicates whether or not the Self-Monitoring Analysis and
Reporting Technology protocol is supported.
32Bit Data Transfer: Enables 32-bit data transfer.
Not Installed
Auto DEFAULT
CD/DVD
ARMD
BIOS is prevented from searching for an IDE disk
drive on the specified channel.
The BIOS automatically detects the IDE disk drive
type attached to the specified channel. This setting
should be used if an IDE hard disk drive is atta ch ed t o
the specified channel.
The CD/DVD option specifies that an IDE CD-ROM
drive is attached to the specified IDE channel. The
BIOS does not attempt to search for other types of
IDE disk drives on the specified channel.
This option specifies an ATAPI Removable Media
Device. These include, but are not limited to:
ZIP
LS-120
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Use the LBA/Large Mode option to disable or enable BIOS to auto detects LBA (Logical
Block Addressing). LBA is a method of addressing data on a disk drive. In LBA mode, the
maximum drive capacity is 137 GB.
Disabled
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BIOS is prevented from using the LBA mode control on
the specified channel.
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Auto DEFAULT
Block (Multi Sector Transfer) [Auto]
Use the Block (Multi Sector Transfer) to disable or enable BIOS to auto detect if the
device supports multi-sector transfers.
Disabled
Auto DEFAULT
PIO Mode [Auto]
BIOS auto detects the LBA mode control on the specified
channel.
BIOS is prevented from using Multi-Sector T ran sfer on the
specified channel. The data to and from the device occurs
one sector at a time.
BIOS auto detects Multi-Sector Transfer support on the
drive on the specified channel. If supported the data
transfer to and from the device occurs multiple sectors at
a time.
Use the PIO Mode option to select the IDE PIO (Programmable I/O) mode program timing
cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode
increases, the cycle time decrease s.
Auto DEFAULT
0
1
2
3
4
BIOS auto detects the PIO mode. Use this value if the IDE disk
drive support cannot be determined.
PIO mode 0 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 3.3 MB/s
PIO mode 1 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 5.2 MB/s
PIO mode 2 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 8.3 MB/s
PIO mode 3 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 11.1 MB/s
PIO mode 4 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 16.6 MB/s
(This setting generally works with all hard disk drives
manufactured after 1999. For other disk drives, such as IDE
CD-ROM drives, check the specifications of the drive.)
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DMA Mode [Auto]
Use the DMA Mode BIOS selection to adjust the DMA mode options.
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Auto DEFAULT
SWDMA0
SWDMA1
SWDMA2
MWDMA0
MWDMA1
MWDMA2
BIOS auto detects the DMA mode. Use this value if the IDE
disk drive support cannot be determined.
Single Word DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 2.1 MB/s
Single Word DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 4.2 MB/s
Single Word DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 8.3 MB/s
Multi Word DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 4.2 MB/s
Multi Word DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 13.3 MB/s
Multi Word DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 16.6 MB/s
UDMA0
UDMA1
UDMA2
UDMA3
UDMA4
Ultra DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 16.6 MB/s
Ultra DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 25 MB/s
Ultra DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 33.3 MB/s
Ultra DMA mode 3 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 44 MB/s (To use this mode, it is required that an
80-conductor ATA ca ble is used.)
Ultra DMA mode 4 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 66.6 MB/s (To use this mode, it is required that an
80-conductor ATA ca ble is used.)
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UDMA5
S.M.A.R.T [Auto]
Use the S.M.A.R.T option to auto-detect, disable or enable Self-Monitoring Analysis and
Reporting Technology (SMART) on the drive on the specified channel. S.M.A.R.T predicts
impending drive failures. The S.M.A.R.T BIOS option enables or disables this function.
Auto DEFAULT
Disabled
Enabled
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]
Use the 32Bit Data Transfer BIOS option to enables or disable 32-bit data transfers.
Ultra DMA mode 5 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 99.9 MB/s (To use this mode, it is required that an
80-conductor ATA ca ble is used.)
BIOS auto detects HDD SMART support.
Prevents BIOS from using the HDD SMART feature.
Allows BIOS to use the HDD SMART feature
Disabled
Enabled DEFAULT
Prevents the BIOS from using 32-bit data transfers.
Allows BIOS to use 32-bit data transfers on supported
hard disk drives.
5.3.3 Floppy Configuration
Use the Floppy Configuration menu to configure the floppy disk drive connected to the
system.
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Floppy Configuration
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Floppy A [Disabled]
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Floppy A/B
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Use the Floppy A/B option to configure the floppy disk drive. Options are listed below:
Disabled
1.44 MB 3 1/2’
5.3.4 Super IO Configuration
Use the Super IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 7) to set or change the
configurations for the FDD controllers, parallel ports and serial ports.
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Super I/O Chipset
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Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Mode [Normal]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port1 Mode [Normal]
Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Serial Port2 Mode [Normal]
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BIOS Menu 7: Super IO Configuration
Parallel Port Address [Disabled]
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Use the Parallel Port Address option to select the parallel port base address.
Disabled DEFAULT
378
278
3BC
Parallel Port Mode [Normal]
Use the Parallel Port Mode option to select the mode the parallel port operates in.
Normal DEFAULT
Bi-directional
No base address is assigned to the Parallel Port
Parallel Port I/O port address is 378
Parallel Port I/O port address is 278
Parallel Port I/O port address is 3BC
The normal parallel port mode is the standard mode
for parallel port operation.
Parallel port outputs are 8-bits long. Inputs are
accomplished by reading 4 of the 8 bits on the
status register.
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EPP
ECP+EPP
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
The parallel port operates in the enhanced parallel
port mode (EPP). The EPP mode supports
bi-directional communication between the system
and the parallel port device and the transmission
rates between the two are much faster than the
Normal mode.
The parallel port operates in the extended
capabilities port (ECP) mode. The ECP mode
supports bi-directional communication between the
system and the parallel port device and the
transmission rates between the two are much faster
than the Normal mode
The parallel port is also be compatible with EPP
devices described above
Use the Parallel Port IRQ selection to set the parallel port interrupt address.
IRQ5
IRQ7 DEFAULT
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Use the Serial Port1 Address option to select the Serial Port 1 base address.
Disabled
3F8/IRQ4 DEFAULT
3E8/IRQ4
2E8/IRQ3
IRQ5 is assigned as the parallel port interrupt address
IRQ7 is assigned as the parallel port interrupt address
No base address is assigned to Serial Port 1
Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 3F8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ4
Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 3E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ4
Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 2E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ3
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Serial Port1 Mode [Normal]
Use the Serial Port1 Mode option to select the transmitting and receiving mode for the
first serial port.
Normal DEFAULT
IrDA
ASK IR
Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Use the Serial Port2 Address option to select the Serial Port 2 base address.
Disabled
2F8/IRQ3 DEFAULT
3E8/IRQ4
2E8/IRQ3
Serial Port 1 mode is normal
Serial Port 1 mode is IrDA
Serial Port 1 mode is ASK IR
No base address is assigned to Serial Port 2
Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 3F8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ3
Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 3E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ4
Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 2E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ3
Serial Port2 Mode [Normal]
Use the Serial Port2 Mode option to select the Serial Port2 operational mode.
Normal DEFAULT
IrDA
ASK IR
Serial Port 2 mode is normal
Serial Port 2 mode is IrDA
Serial Port 2 mode is ASK IR
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5.3.5 Hardware Health Configuration
The Hardware Health Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 8) shows the operating
temperature, fan speeds and system voltages.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
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Hardware Health Event Monitoring
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CPU_FAN Mode Setting [Full On Mode]
CPU Temperature :30ºC/86ºF
System Temperature :33ºC/91ºF
CPU Fan Speed :1735 RPM
CPU Core :1.216 V
1.125V :1.136 V
3.3V :3.296 V
5.0V :4.945 V
12.V :11.840 V
1.5V :1.520V
1.8V :1.920 V
5V Dual :4.945 V
VBAT :3.056 V
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BIOS Menu 8: Hardware Health Configuration
Mode Setting [Full On Mode]
Use the Mode Setting option to configure the fan.
Full On Mode DEFAULT
Automatic mode
PWM Manual mode
Fan is on all the time
The fan adjusts its speed using these settings:
Temp. Limit of OFF
Temp. Limit of Start
Fan Start PWM
Slope PWM 1
The fan spins at the speed set in:
Fan PWM control
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Temp. Limit of OFF [000]
WARNING:
CPU failure can result if this value is set too high
The fan will turn off if the temperature falls below this value.
Minimum Value: 0°C
Maximum Value: 127°C
Temp. Limit of Start [020]
WARNING:
CPU failure can result if this value is set too high
When the fan is off, it will only start when the temperature exceeds this setting.
Minimum Value: 0°C
Maximum Value: 127°C
Start PWM [070]
This is the initial speed of the fan when it first starts spinning.
PWM Minimum Mode: 0
PWM Maximum Mode: 127
Slope PWM [1 PWM]
A bigger value will increase the fan speed in big amounts. A smaller value will increase the
speed more gradually.
0 PWM
1 PWM
2 PWM
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4 PWM
8 PWM
16 PWM
32 PWM
64 PWM
CPU Fan PWM Control [070]
This value specifies the speed of the fan.
PWM Minimum Mode: 0
PWM Maximum Mode: 127
Hardware Health Monitoring
The following system parameters and values are shown. The system parameters that are
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monitored are:
System Temperatures:
o CPU Temperature
o System Temperature
Fan Speeds:
o CPU Fan Speed
o SYS Fan Speed
Voltages:
o CPU Core
o +1.125 V
o +3.3 V
o +5 V
o +12 V
o +1.5 V
o +1.8 V
o 5V Dual
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o VBAT
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5.3.6 Power Configuration
Use the Power Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 10) configures the Advanced
Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and Power Management (APM) options.
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> ACPI Configuration
> APM Configuration
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BIOS Menu 9: ACPI Configuration
5.3.6.1 ACPI Settings
Use the General ACPI Settings menu (BIOS Menu 10) to select the ACPI state when the
system is suspended.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
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ACPI Settings
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Suspend mode [S1 (POS)]
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Suspend Mode [S1(POS)]
Use the Suspend Mode option to specify the sleep state the system enters when it is not
being used.
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S1 (POS) DEFAULT
The system enters S1 (POS) sleep state. The system
appears off. The CPU is stopped; RAM is refreshed; the
system is running in a low power mode.
5.3.6.2 APM Configuration
The APM Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 11) allows the advanced power
management options to be configured.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Power Exit
APM Configuration
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Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]
Power Button Mode [On/Off]
Advanced Resume Event Controls
Resume on Keyboard/Mouse [Disabled]
Resume On Ring [Disabled]
Resume on PCI Express Wake [Disabled]
Resume on RTC Alarm [Disabled]
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BIOS Menu 11: APM Configuration
Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]
Use the Restore on AC Power Loss BIOS option to specify what state the system
returns to if there is a sudden loss of power to the system.
Power Off
Power On
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The system remains turned off
The system turns on
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Last State DEFAULT
Resume on Keyboard/Mouse [Disabled]
Use the Resume on Keyboard/Mouse BIOS option to enable activity on either the
keyboard or mouse to rouse the system from a suspend or standby state. That is, the
system is roused when the mouse is moved or a button on the keyboard is pressed.
Disabled DEFAULT
Resume On
KeyBoard
Resume On
Mouse
Enabled
Wake event generated by activity on the keyboard
Wake event generated by activity on the mouse
The system returns to its previous state. If it was on, it
turns itself on. If it was off, it remains off.
Wake event not generated by activity on the
keyboard or mouse
Wake event generated by activity on the keyboard or
mouse
Resume on Ring [Disabled]
Use the Resume on Ring BIOS option to enable activity on the RI (ring in) modem line to
rouse the system from a suspend or standby state. That is, the system will be roused by
an incoming call on a modem.
Disabled DEFAULT
Enabled
Resume on PCI-Express WAKE# [Enabled]
The Resume on PCI-Express WAKE# BIOS option specifies if the system is roused from
a suspended or standby state when there is activity on the PCI-Express bus.
Disabled
Wake event not generated by an incoming call
Wake event generated by an incoming call
Wake event not generated by PCI-Express activity
Enabled DEFAULT
Wake event generated by PCI-Express activity
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Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Use the Resume On RTC Alarm option to specify the time the system should be roused
from a suspended state.
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Disabled DEFAULT
Enabled
The real time clock (RTC) cannot generate a wake
event
If selected, the following appears with values that
can be selected:
RTC Alarm Date (Days)
System Time
After setting the alarm, the computer turns itself on
from a suspend state when the alarm goes off.
5.3.7 Remote Access Configuration
Use the Remote Access Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 12) to configure remote
access parameters. The Remote Access Configuration is an AMIBIOS feature and
allows a remote host running a terminal program to display and configure the BIOS
settings.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Configure Remote Access type and parameters
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Remote Access [Disabled]
Serial port number [COM1]
Base Address, IRQ [3F8H, 4]
Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]
Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]
Terminal Type [ANSI]
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Remote Access [Disabled]
Use the Remote Access option to enable or disable access to the remote functionalities
of the system.
Disabled DEFAULT
Enabled
Serial Port Number [COM1]
Use the Serial Port Number option to select the serial port used for remote access.
COM1 DEFAULT
COM2
Remote access is disabled.
Remote access configuration options shown below
appear:
Serial Port Number
Serial Port Mode
Flow Control
Redirection after BIOS POST
Terminal Type
These configuration options are discussed below.
System is remotely accessed through COM1
System is remotely accessed through COM2
NOTE: Make sure the selected COM port is enabled through the Super I/O configuration
menu.
Base Address, IRQ [2F8h,3]
The Base Address, IRQ option cannot be configured and only shows the interrupt
address of the serial port listed above.
Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]
Use the Serial Port Mode option to select baud rate through which the console redirection
is made. The following configuration options are available
115200 8,n,1 D
EFAULT
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57600 8,n,1
38400 8,n,1
19200 8,n,1
09600 8,n,1
NOTE:
Identical baud rate setting musts be set on the host (a management
computer running a terminal software) and the slave
Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]
Use the Redirection After BIOS POST option to specify when console redirection should
occur.
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Disabled
Boot Loader
Always DEFAULT
Terminal Type [ANSI]
Use the Terminal Type BIOS option to specify the remote terminal type.
ANSI DEFAULT
VT100
VT-UTF8
The console is not redirected after POST
Redirection is active during POST and during Boot
Loader
Redirection is always active (Some OSes may not
work if set to Always)
The target terminal type is ANSI
The target terminal type is VT100
The target terminal type is VT-UTF8
5.3.8 USB Configuration
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Use the USB Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 13) to read USB configuration
information and configure the USB settings.
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
USB Configuration
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Module Version – 2.24.3-13.4
USB Devices Enabled:
None
USB Function [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
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BIOS Menu 13: USB Configuration
USB Configuration
Select Screen
↑ ↓ Select Item
Enter Go to SubScreen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
The USB Configuration field shows the system USB configuration. The items listed are:
Module Version: x.xxxxx.xxxxx
USB Devices Enabled
The USB Devices Enabled field lists the USB devices that are enabled on the system
USB Function [Enabled]
Use the USB Function BIOS option to enable or disable USB function support.
Disabled
Enabled DEFAULT
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Use the USB 2.0 Controller BIOS option to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller
USB function support disabled
USB function support enabled
Disabled
Enabled DEFAULT
USB 2.0 controller disabled
USB 2.0 controller enabled
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Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Use the Legacy USB Support BIOS option to enable USB mouse and USB keyboard
support.
Normally if this option is not enabled, any attached USB mouse or USB keyboard does not
become available until a USB compatible operating system is fully booted with all USB
drivers loaded. When this option is enabled, any attached USB mouse or USB keyboard
can control the system even when there is no USB driver loaded onto the system.
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Disabled
Enabled DEFAULT
Auto
USB2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Use the USB2.0 Controller Mode option to set the speed of the USB2.0 controller.
FullSpeed
HiSpeed DEFAULT
5.4 PCI/PnP
Use the PCI/PnP menu (BIOS Menu 14) to configure advanced PCI and PnP settings.
Legacy USB support disabled
Legacy USB support enabled
Legacy USB support disabled if no USB devices are
connected
The controller is capable of operating at 12 Mb/s
The controller is capable of operating at 480 Mb/s
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WARNING!
Setting wrong values for the BIOS selections in the PCIPnP BIOS
menu may cause the system to malfunction.
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
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WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
may cause system to malfunction
IRQ3 [Reserved]
IRQ4 [Reserved]
IRQ5 [Available]
IRQ7 [Available]
IRQ9 [Available]
IRQ10 [Available]
IRQ11 [Available]
IRQ14 [Available]
IRQ15 [Available]
DMA Channel 0 [Available]
DMA Channel 1 [Available]
DMA Channel 3 [Available]
DMA Channel 5 [Available]
DMA Channel 6 [Available]
DMA Channel 7 [Available]
Reserved Memory Size [Disabled]
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BIOS Menu 14: PCI/PnP Configuration
IRQ# [Available]
Use the IRQ# address to specify what IRQs can be assigned to a particular peripheral
device.
Available DEFAULT
Reserved
Available IRQ addresses are:
IRQ3
IRQ4
IRQ5
The specified IRQ is available to be used by
PCI/PnP devices
The specified IRQ is reserved for use by Legacy ISA
devices
IRQ7
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IRQ9
IRQ10
IRQ 11
IRQ 14
IRQ 15
DMA Channel# [Available]
Use the DMA Channel# option to assign a specific DMA channel to a particular PCI/PnP
device.
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Available DEFAULT
Reserved
Available DMA Channels are:
DM Channel 0
DM Channel 1
DM Channel 3
DM Channel 5
DM Channel 6
DM Channel 7
Reserved Memory Size [Disabled]
Use the Reserved Memory Size BIOS option to specify the amount of memory that
The specified DMA is available to be used by
PCI/PnP devices
The specified DMA is reserved for use by Legacy
ISA devices
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should be reserved for legacy ISA devices.
Disabled DEFAULT
16K
32K
64K
No memory block reserved for legacy ISA devices
16 KB reserved for legacy ISA devices
32 KB reserved for legacy ISA devices
54 KB reserved for legacy ISA devices
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5.5 Boot
Use the Boot menu (BIOS Menu 15) to configure system boot options.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Boot Settings
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> Boot Settings Configuration
> Boot Device Priority
> Hard Disk Drives
> CD/DVD Drives
> Removable Drives
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BIOS Menu 15: Boot
5.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration
Use the Boot Settings Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 16) to configure advanced
system boot options.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Boot Settings Configuration
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Quick Boot [Enabled]
Quiet Boot [Enabled]
AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Boot From LAN Support [Disabled]
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Quick Boot [Enabled]
Use the Quick Boot BIOS option to make the computer speed up the boot process.
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Disabled
Enabled DEFAULT
Quiet Boot [Disabled]
Use the Quiet Boot BIOS option to select the screen display when the system boots.
Disabled DEFAULT
Enabled
AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Use the AddOn ROM Display Mode option to allow add-on ROM (read-only memory)
messages to be displayed.
Force BIOS DEFAULT
No POST procedures are skipped
Some POST procedures are skipped to decrease
the system boot time
Normal POST messages displayed
OEM Logo displayed instead of POST messages
The system forces third party BIOS to display
during system boot.
Keep Current
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Use the Bootup Num-Lock BIOS option to specify if the number lock setting must be
modified during boot up.
Off
Does not enable the keyboard Number Lock automatically. To
use the 10-keys on the keyboard, press the Number Lock key
located on the upper left-hand corner of the 10-key pad. The
Number Lock LED on the keyboard lights up when the Number
Lock is engaged.
The system displays normal information during
system boot.
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On DEFAULT
Boot From LAN Support [Disabled]
Use the BOOT From LAN Support option to enable the system to be booted from a
remote system.
Disabled DEFAULT
Enabled DEFAULT
Allows the Number Lock on the keyboard to be enabled
automatically when the computer system boots up. This allows
the immediate use of the 10-key numeric keypad located on
the right side of the keyboard. To confirm this, the Number
Lock LED light on the keyboard is lit.
Cannot be booted from a remote system through the
LAN
Can be booted from a remote system through the
LAN
5.5.2 Boot Device Priority
Use the Boot Device Priority menu (BIOS Menu 17) to specify the boot sequence from
the available devices. The drive sequence also depends on the boot sequence in the
individual device section.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Boot Device Priority
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> 1st Boot Device [1st Boot Device]
> 2nd Boot Device [2nd Boot Device]
> 3rd Boot Device [3rd Boot Device]
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Enter Go to SubScreen
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F10 Save and Exit
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BIOS Menu 17: Boot Device Priority Settings
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5.5.3 Hard Disk Drives
Use the Hard Disk Drives menu to specify the boot sequence of the available HDDs.
Only installed hard drives are shown.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Hard Disk Drives
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> 1st Drive [Hard Drive 1]
> 2nd Drive [Hard Drive 2]
> 3rd Drive [Hard Drive 3]
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BIOS Menu 18: Hard Disk Drives
5.5.4 Removable Drives
Use the Removable Drives menu (BIOS Menu 19) to specify the boot sequence of the
removable drives. Only connected drives are shown.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
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Hard Disk Drives
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> 1st Drive [Removable Drive 1]
> 2nd Drive [Removable Drive 2]
> 3rd Drive [Removable Drive 3]
Select Screen
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Enter Go to SubScreen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
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BIOS Menu 19: Removable Drives
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5.5.5 CD/DVD Drives
Use the CD/DVD Drives menu to specify the boot sequence of the available CD/DVD
drives.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Hard Disk Drives
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> 1st Drive [CD/DVD 1]
> 2nd Drive [CD/DVD 2]
> 3rd Drive [CD/DVD 3]
Select Screen
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Enter Go to SubScreen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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BIOS Menu 20: CD/DVD Drives
5.6 Security
Use the Security menu (BIOS Menu 21) to set system and user passwords.
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Security Settings
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Supervisor Password :Not Installed
User Password :Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
Change User Password
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Change Supervisor Password
Use the Change Supervisor Password to set or change a supervisor password. The
default for this option is Not Installed. If a supervisor password must be installed, select
this field and enter the password. After the password has been added, Install appears
next to Change Supervisor Password.
Change User Password
Use the Change User Password to set or change a user password. The default for this
option is Not Installed. If a user password must be installed, select this field and enter the
password. After the password has been added, Install appears next to Change User
Password.
Clear User Password
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Use the Clear User Password to clear a user’s password. The default for this option is
Not Installed. If a user password must be cleared, use this option.
Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]
Use the Boot Sector Virus Protection to enable or disable boot sector protection.
Disabled DEFAULT
Enabled
5.7 Chipset
Use the Chipset menu (BIOS Menu 22) to access the Northbridge and Southbridge
configuration menus
WARNING!
Disables the boot sector virus protection
Enables the boot sector virus protection
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Setting the wrong values for the Chipset BIOS selections in the Chipset
BIOS menu may cause the system to malfunction.
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