Intel
Duo
Board
®
Q965 LGA775 Quad-core / Core 2 Exterme / Core2
®
/ Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D ATX Main
AX965Q
User’s Manual
Ver. 1.00
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Contents
Safety Information ..........................................................................................................4
Technical Support ............................................................................................................5
Conventions Used in This Guide....................................................................................5
Packing List.......................................................................................................................6
Revision History ...............................................................................................................7
Specifications Summary..................................................................................................8
Block Diagram.................................................................................................................
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Production Introduction ...............................................................................................12
1.1 Before you Proceed ................................................................................................
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1.2 Motherboard Overview............................................................................................13
1.2.1 Placement Direction....................................................................................................................... 13
1.2.2 Screw Holes...................................................................................................................................13
1.3 Motherboard Layout................................................................................................14
1.3.1 Layout Content List ........................................................................................................................ 15
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)................................................................................17
1.4.1 Installing the CPU........................................................................................................................... 18
1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan............................................................................................. 20
1.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan......................................................................................... 22
1.5 System Memory......................................................................................................24
1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location ................................................................................................................. 24
1.5.2 Memory Configurations.................................................................................................................. 25
1.5.3 Installing a DIMM............................................................................................................................ 30
1.5.4 Removing a DIMM.......................................................................................................................... 31
1.6 Expansion Slots ......................................................................................................32
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................................................... 32
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card..................................................................................................... 32
1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments..................................................................................................... 33
1.6.4 PCI Slots ........................................................................................................................................ 34
1.6.5 PCI Express X16 Slot..................................................................................................................... 34
1.6.6 PCI Express X4 Slot.......................................................................................................................34
1.7 Jumpers..................................................................................................................35
1.7.1 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC).............................................................................................................. 35
1.7.2 Keyboard Power (KBPWR)............................................................................................................ 36
1.8 Connectors..............................................................................................................37
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors.................................................................................................................. 37
1.8.2 Internal Connectors........................................................................................................................ 40
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BIOS Setup......................................................................................................................54
2.1 BIOS Setup Program ..............................................................................................54
2.1.1 Legend Box.................................................................................................................................... 55
2.1.2 List Box........................................................................................................................................... 55
2.1.3 Sub-menu....................................................................................................................................... 55
2.2 BIOS Menu Screen.................................................................................................56
2.2.1 Standard CMOS Features.............................................................................................................. 57
2.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................................................. 59
2.2.3 Advanced Chipset Features........................................................................................................... 65
2.2.4 Integrated Peripherals.................................................................................................................... 67
2.2.5 Power Management Setup............................................................................................................. 71
2.2.6 PnP/PCI Configurations ................................................................................................................. 74
2.2.7 Frequency/Voltage Control ............................................................................................................ 76
2.2.8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults.................................................................................................................. 77
2.2.9 Load Optimized Defaults................................................................................................................ 78
2.2.10 Set Supervisor/User Password.................................................................................................. 79
2.2.11 Save and Exit Setup .................................................................................................................. 80
2.2.12 Exit Without Saving.................................................................................................................... 81
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Safety Information
Electrical safety
z To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
z When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
z Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
z Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
z Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are
not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local
power company.
z If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
z Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
z Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
z To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
z Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
z Place the product on a stable surface.
z If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
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The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
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Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor.
Conventions Used in This Guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
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Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials
have been shipped:
9 1 x ATX Main board
9 1 x CD-ROM contains the followings:
－ User’s manual (this manual in PDF file)
－ Drivers
9 4 x SATA data cable
9 1 x FDD cable (34-pin, pitch 2.54mm)
9 1 x IDE cable
9 4 x COM cable (9-pin, L=26cm)
9 1 x I/O Bracket
9 1 x Startaup Manual
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your
retailer.
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V 1.0 First release for PCB 1.00 August 10, 2007
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Specifications Summary
Supports Intel LGA775 Quad-core / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo /
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Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron D CPU
2 Intel 82Q965 Chipset
3 4 x DIMMs up to 8GB Dual Channel DDR2 800/667/533 SDRAM
4 Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000
Features
System
CPU
Front Side Bus (FSB)
BIOS
System Chipset
I/O Chipset
Memory
5 AD1988 8-chanel High Definition Audio
6 Intel 82566DM Gigabit LAN
7 TI 1394a controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (Optional)
8 One PCI-E x16, one PCI-E x4, five PCI
4 x COM, 10 x USB 2.0, 5 x SATA (or 7 x SATA connectors for ICH8DO),
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1 x e-SATA
Intel µFC-LGA 775 socket Supports Quad-core / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo /
Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron D with 65nm process technology
1066/800/533 MHz
Award 16 Mb Flash ROM BIOS
Intel 82Q965 GMCH/ ICH8
Winbond W83627DHG-A
4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 8GB Dual Channel DDR2 800/667/533
SDRAM
Watchdog Timer
H/W Status Monitor
Expansion Slots
S3
Smart Fan Control
I/O
MIO
USB
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Reset: 1 sec. ~ 255 Min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
Monitoring temperatures, voltages, and cooling fan status. Auto throttling
control when CPU overheats
One PCI Express x16, one PCI Express x4, five PCI slots
S3 Support
Speed Cruise Mode
1 x Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133, 6 x SATA (or 8 x SATA connectors for ICH8DO),
1 x FDD, 1 x LPT, 4 x RS-232, 1 x K/B, 1 x Mouse
10 x USB 2.0 ports
Specifications Summary
I/O
3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports, 1 x 24-pin ATX power
connector, 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector, 1 x Floppy disk drive connector,
1 x IDE connector for two devices, 4 x COM connector, 1 x CD audio in
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Internal I/O
Back Panel
Display
Chipset
Display Memory
Resolution
VGA/LCD Interface
HMDI
LVDS
DVI
TV-Out
connector, 1 x TPM connector, 5 x SATA connectors (or 7 x SATA connectors
for ICH8DO), 1 x Front panel audio connector, 1 x S/PDIF Out Header, 1 x
System panel connector, 1 x CPU Fan connector, 2 x Chassis Fan connector, 1
x Power Fan connector, 1 x IEEE 1394a connector (Optional)
1 x PS/2 mouse port, 1 x PS/2 keyboard port, 1 x Parallel port, 1 x External
SATA, 1 x VGA port, 1 x LAN(RJ-45), 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports, 8-channel audio
I/O (6 jacks), 1 x IEEE 1394a connector (Optional)
Intel 82Q965 GMCH integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 3000
Intel DVMT 4.0 supports 256 MB video memory
2048 x 1536 @ 32 bpp (75 Hz)
PCI-E X16 VGA interface
Through ADD2 HMDI card
Through ADD2 LVDS card
Through ADD2 DVI card
Through ADD2 TV-out card
Audio
Chipset
AC97 Codec
Audio Interface
Ethernet
LAN1
Mechanical & Environmental
Power Type
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Size (L x W)
Weight
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Intel ICH8 (or ICH8DO for optional)
ADI AD1988 8-channel High Definition Audio Codec
Mic in, Line in, CD Audio in, Line out
Intel 82566DM Gigabit LAN
ATX
0 ~ 60°C (32 ~ 140°F)
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
12" x 9.6" (304.8 mm x 243.84 mm)
0.88 lbs (0.4 Kg)
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Block Diagram
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This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.
Product
Product
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introduction
introduction
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Production Introduction
1.1 Before you Proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or
change any motherboard settings.
z Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
z Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a
metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity
z Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on
them.
z Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
z Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from
the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
Onboard LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the
system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut
down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any
motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
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1.2 Motherboard Overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that
the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the
motherboard.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.2.1 Placement Direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.
1.2.2 Screw Holes
Place eleven (11) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to
the chassis.
Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the
motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear of the
chassis
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
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1.3.1 Layout Content List
Slots
Label Function Note Page
DIMM_A1 240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot 1 N/A
DIMM_A2 240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot 2 N/A
DIMM_B1 240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot 3 N/A
DIMM_B2 240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot 4 N/A
PCI1,2,3,4,5 PCI slot 1,2,3,4,5 N/A
PCIEX4 PCI express X4 slot N/A
PCIEX16 PCI express x16 slot N/A
Jumpers
Label Function Note Page
CLRTC Clear RTC RAM 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 35
KBPWR Keyboard power 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 36
Rear Panel Connector
Label Function Note Page
KBMS PS/2 keyboard and mouse 6-pin Mini-Din x 2 37,39
LPT Parallel port D-sub 25-pin, female 37
1394_USB12 IEEE 1394a connector x 1
USB connector x 2
LAN_USB34 RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 2
USB connector x 2
AUDIO Rear speaker out port,
Center/Subwoofer port, Line-in
port, Line-out port, Microphone
port, Side speaker out port
VGA VGA port D-sub 15-pin, female 39
(Optional) 37,39
37,38
8-Channel Audio I/O (6 jacks) 37,38
ESATA External SATA port ESATA 39
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Internal Connector
Label Function Note Page
AAFP Front panel audio connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 40
ATX12V ATX power connector 2 x 2 header 41
EATXPWR ATX power connector 12 x 2 header 41
CD Optical drive audio connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 42
CPU_FAN CPU fan connector 4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 43
CHA_FAN (Reserved) N/A
CHA_FAN1 Chassis fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 43
CHA_FAN2 Chassis fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 43
CHA_FAN3 (Reserved) N/A
PWR_FAN Power fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 44
COM1,2,3,4 Serial port connector 1,2,3,4 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 44,45
JSPI SPI pin header (Manufacture use only) N/A
FLOPPY Floppy disk drive connector 17 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 45
F_PANEL System panel connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 46
IE1394_2 IEEE 1394a connector (Optional) 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 47
IR_CON1 IrDA connector 5 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm, 47
PRI_EIDE Primary EIDE(RAID) connector 48
SATA 1,2,3,4 Serial ATA connectors [red] 7-pin header 49
SATA 5,6 Serial ATA connectors [black] (Optional for ICH8DO) 49
SPDIF_OUT Digital audio connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 49
SATA_RAID1 Serial ATA RAID connector[black] 7-pin header 50
USB56, 78,
910
TPM_SLOT1 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
USB 2.0 connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 51
10 x 2 header 52
connector
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1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel®
LGA775 Quad-core / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo / Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron D
CPU processors.
z Make sure the AC power is off before you install the CPU.
z If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the
CHA_FAN connector to ensure system stability.
z Your boxed Intel® Quad-core / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo /
Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron D CPU LGA775 processor
package should come with installation instructions for the CPU,
heatsink , and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this
section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
z Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap
is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact
your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see
any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components. Your place of purchase or local distributor will
shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is
shipment/transit-related.
z Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Your place of
purchase or local distributor will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with
the cap on the LGA775 socket.
z The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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1.4.1 Installing the CPU
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing
towards you and the load lever is on your left.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab.
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle.
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4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B).
5. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch.
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6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.
7. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU
into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel®
Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology.
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1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan
The Intel® Core™2 Duo/Pentium® D/Pentium® 4 and Celeron® D processor requires a
specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and
performance.
z Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU
fan and heatsink assembly.
z When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes
the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified
multi‑directional heatsink and fan.
z Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a
push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the
CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan
assembly.
1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard.
Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the
CPU fan connector.
Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove
directed outward.
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2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place.
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labelled CPU_FAN.
z Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the
motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can
occur if you fail to plug this connector.
z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
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1.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard
4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
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5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.
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The narrow end of the groove
should point outward after
resetting. (The photo shows
the groove shaded for
emphasis.)
Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan
package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.
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1.5 System Memory
1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location
The motherboard comes with four 240-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory
Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin
footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to
prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The following figure illustrates the location of
the sockets:
Channel Socket
Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2
Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2
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1.5.2 Memory Configurations
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB and 2GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into
the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
z You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel
B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for
the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the
higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel
operation.
z Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor.
z Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less
than 4 GB system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR2
memory modules. This limitation appears on Windows® XP
32-bit operation system which does not support Physical Address
Extension (PAE).
z If you install Windows® XP 32-bit operation system, a total
memory of less than 3GB is recommended.
z This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules.
Notes on memory limitations
z Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to
8 GB on the operating systems listed below. You may install a
maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot, but only DDR2-533 and
DDR2-667 2 GB density modules are available for this
configuration.
32-bit 64-bit
Windows 2000 Advanced Server Windows XP Professional x64 Ed.
z Some old-version DDR2-800/667 DIMMs may not match Intel®’s
On‑Die‑Termination (ODT) requirement and will automatically
downgrade to run at DDR2-533. If this happens, contact your
memory vendor to check the ODT value.
z Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-800 with CL=4 will be
downgraded to run at DDR2-667 by default setting. If you want to
operate with lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually.
z Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-667 with CL=3 will be
downgraded to run at DDR2-533 by default setting. If you want to
operate with lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually.
z The total memory may has 8MB reduction under Single Channel
mode, and 16MB reduction under Dual Channel mode because
the address space is reserved for the Intel® vPro™ Technology
and the Intel® Quiet System Technology.
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1.5.2.1 Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) － DDR2-800MHz Capability
Size Vender Chip. No
Part No.
DS
512MB KINGSTON K4T51083QC SS KVR800D2N5/512 * * *
1024MB KINGSTON K4T51083QC DS KVR800D2N5/1G * * *
1024MB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package DS KHX6400D2LL/1G *
1024MB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package SS KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN * * *
2048MB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package DS KHX6400D2K2/2G * * *
512MB Qimoda HYB18T256800AF25F DS HYS64T64020HU-25F-A * * *
256MB Qimoda HYB18T512160BF-25F SS HYS64T32000HU-25F-B * * *
512MB Qimoda HYB18T512800BF25F SS HYS64T64000HU-25F-B * * *
1024MB Qimoda HYB18T512800BF25F DS HYS64T128020HU-25F-B * * *
512MB SAMSUNG EDD339XX SS M378T6553CZ3-CE7 * * *
256MB SAMSUNG K4T51163QC-ZCE7 SS M378T3354CZ3-CE7 * * *
512MB SAMSUNG ZCE7K4T51083QC SS M378T6553CZ3-CE7 * * *
1024MB SAMSUNG ZCE7K4T51083QC DS M378T2953CZ3-CE7 * * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821BFP-S5 SS HYMP564U64BP8-S5 * * *
SS/
DIMM support
A B C
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821BFP-S5 DS HYMP512U64BP8-S5 * *
512MB MICRON 5JAIIZ9DQQ SS MT8HTF6464AY-80EA3 * * *
1024MB MICRON 5JAIIZ9DQQ DS MT16HTF12864AY-80EA3 * * *
512MB MICRON 5ZD22D9GKX SS MT8HTF6464AY-80ED4 * * *
1024MB MICRON 5ZD22D9GKX DS MT16HTF12864AY-80ED4 * *
512MB MICRON 6CD22D9GKX SS MT8HTF6464AY-80ED4 * * *
1024MB MICRON 6CD22D9GKX DS MT16HTF12864AY-80ED4 * * *
1024MB CORSAIR Heat-Sink Package DS CM2X1024-6400C4 * * *
1024MB ELPIDA E1108AB-8E-E(ECC) SS EBE10EE8ABFA-8E-E * * *
2048MB ELPIDA E1108AB-8E-E(ECC) DS EBE21EE8ABFA-8E-E *
512MB A-DATA N/A SS M2OAD6G3H3160J1E52 * * *
512MB A-DATA AD29608A8A-25EG SS M20AD6G3H3160I1E5E * *
512MB Crucial Heat-Sink Package SS BL6464AA804.8FD * * *
1024MB Crucial Heat-Sink Package DS BL12864AA804.16FD * * *
512MB APACER Heat-Sink Package SS AHU512E800C5K1C * * *
1024MB APACER Heat-Sink Package DS AHU01GE800C5K1C * *
512MB Transcend K4T51083QC SS TS64MLQ64V8J * * *
* SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided
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Size Vender Chip. No
Part No.
DS
512MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E SS KVR667D2N5/512 * * *
1024MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E DS KVR667D2N5/1G * * *
512MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E SS KVR667D2E5/512 * * *
256MB KINGSTON HYB18T256800AF3 SS KVR667D2N5/256 * * *
512MB KINGSTON D6408TEBGGL3U SS KVR667D2N5/512 * * *
1024MB KINGSTON D6408TEBGGL3U DS KVR667D2N5/1G * * *
256MB KINGSTON HYB18T256800AF3S SS KVR667D2N5/256 * * *
256MB Qimonda HYB18T512160AF-3S SS HYS64T32000HU-3S-A * * *
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF3S SS HYS64T64000HU-3S-A * * *
256MB Qimonda HYB18T256800AF3S(ECC) SS HYS72T32000HU-3S-A * * *
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) SS HYS72T64000HU-3S-A * * *
1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) DS HYS72T128020HU-3S-A * * *
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S(ECC) SS HYS72T64000HU-3S-B * * *
1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S(ECC) DS HYS72T128020HU-3S-B * *
SS/
DIMM support
A B C
256MB Qimonda HYB18T512160BF-3S SS HYS64T32000HU-3S-B * * *
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S SS HYS64T64000HU-3S-B * * *
1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S DS HYS64T128020HU-3S-B * * *
256MB SAMSUNG K4T51163QC-ZCE6 SS M378T3354CZ0-CE6 * *
512MB SAMSUNG ZCE6K4T51083QC SS M378T6553CZ0-CE6 * * *
1024MB SAMSUNG ZCE6K4T51083QC DS M378T2953CZ0-CE6 * * *
1024MB SAMSUNG ZCE6K4T51083QC DS M378T2953CZ3-CE6 * * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5 SS HYMP564U64AP8-Y5 * * *
1024MB Hynix HY5PS1G831FP-Y5(ECC) SS HYMP112U72P8-Y5 * * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) SS HYMP564U72AP8-Y5 * * *
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) DS HYMP512U72AP8-Y5 * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4 SS HYMP564U64AP8-Y4 * * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4(ECC) SS HYMP564U72AP8-Y4 * * *
256MB CORSAIR MIII00605 SS VS256MB667D2 * * *
512MB CORSAIR 64M8CFEG SS VS512MB667D2 * *
1024MB CORSAIR 64M8CFEG DS VS1GB667D2 * * *
256MB ELPIDA E2508AB-6E-E SS EBE25UC8ABFA-6E-E * *
512MB ELPIDA E5108AE-6E-E SS EBE51UD8AEFA-6E-E * * *
* SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided
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Size Vender Chip. No
Part No.
DS
512MB A-DATA AD29608A8A-3EG SS M2OAD5G3H3166I1C52 * * *
1024MB A-DATA AD29608A8A-3EG DS M2OAD5G3I4176I1C52 * *
1024MB Crucial Heat-Sink Package DS BL12864AA663.16FD *
1024MB Crucial Heat-Sink Package DS BL12864AL664.16FD * * *
512MB Apacer AM4B5708GQJS7E SS AU512E667C5KBGC * * *
1024MB Apacer AM4B5708GQJS7E DS AU01GE667C5KBGC * *
512MB Apacer AM4B5708PJS7E SS AU512E667C5KBGC * * *
512MB Apacer AM4B5708GQJS7E SS AU512E667C5KBGC * *
1024MB Apacer N/A DS AU01GE667C5KBGC * *
512MB Kingmax KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX SS KLCC28F-A8KB5 * *
1024MB Kingmax KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX DS KLCD48F-A8KB5 * * *
512MB Transcend E5108AE-6E-E SS TS64MLQ64V6J * *
1024MB Transcend E5108AE-6E-E DS TS128MLQ64V6J * *
512MB Transcend J12Q3AB-6 SS JM367Q643A-6 * * *
SS/
DIMM support
A B C
1024MB Transcend J12Q3AB-6 DS JM388Q643A-6 * *
* SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided
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1.5.2.3 Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) － DDR2-553MHz Capability
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Size Vender Chip. No
Part No.
DS
256MB KINGSTON E5116AF-5C-E SS KVR533D2N4/256 * *
512MB KINGSTON HYB18T512800AF37 SS KVR533D2N4/512 * * *
1024MB KINGSTON 5YDIID9GCT DS KVR533D2N4/1G * * *
256MB Qimonda HYB18T512160AF-3.7 SS HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A * * *
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF37 SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A * * *
1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF37 DS HYS64T128020HU-3.7-A * * *
256MB Qimonda HYB18T5121608BF-3.7 SS HYS64T32000HU-3.7-B * * *
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF37 SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-B * * *
1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF37 DS HYS64T128020HU-3.7-B * * *
256MB Qimonda HYB18T256800AF37(ECC) SS HYS72T32000HU-3.7-A * * *
1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF37(ECC) DS HYS72T128020HU-3.7-A * * *
512MB SAMSUNG ZCD5K4T51083QC SS M378T6553CZ3-CD5 * * *
1024MB SAMSUNG ZCD5K4T51083QC DS M378T2953CZ3-CD5 * * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 SS HYMP564U648-C4 * * *
SS/
DIMM support
A B C
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 DS HYMP512U648-C4 * * *
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4(ECC) DS HYMP512U728-C4 * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821FP-C4(ECC) SS HYMP564U728-C4 * *
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 SS HYMP564U64AP8-C3 * * *
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 DS HYMP512U64AP8-C3 * * *
1024MB CORSAIR 64M8CEDG DS VS1GB533D2 * *
512MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E SS EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E * * *
512MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E SS KLBC28F-A8EB4 * * *
1024MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E DS KLBD48F-A8EB4 * * *
512MB KINGMAX KKEA88E4AAK-37 SS KLBC28F-A8KE4 * * *
1024MB KINGMAX 5MB22D9DCN DS KLBD48F-A8ME4 * * *
* SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided
DIMM support
z A - Supports one module inserted into either slot in
Single-channel memory configuration.
z B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow
slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory
configuration.
z C - Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black
slots as two pairs of Dual‑channel memory configuration.
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1.5.3 Installing a DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause
severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
z A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging
the DIMM.
z The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT
install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM socket.
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1.5.4 Removing a DIMM
1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
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1.6 Expansion Slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe
the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely
seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for
information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card if needed. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
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1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ Priority Standard Function
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 - Redirect to IRQ#9
3 11 IRQ holder for PCI streering*
4 12 Communications Port (COM1)*
5 13 IRQ holder for PCI streering*
6 14 Floppy Disk Controller
7 15 Printer Port (LPT)*
8 3 System CMOS/Rear Time
9 4 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
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10 5 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
11 6 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14 9 Primary IDE Channel
15 10 Secondary IDE Channel
* There IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI device.
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1.6.4 PCI Slots
i945G-IGA has two PCI slots (i945G-IGA-IM has four slots). The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
1.6.5 PCI Express X16 Slot
This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.
1.6.6 PCI Express X4 Slot
This motherboard supports one PCI Express X4
network card, SCSI cards and other cards that
comply with the PCI Express specifications.
The figure shows a network card install on the
PCI Express X4 slot.
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1.7 Jumpers
1.7.1 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear
the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC
RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
4. Re-install the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on
CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system
boot failure!
Normal (Default)
Clear RTC
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1.7.2 Keyboard Power (KBPWR)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. Set this jumper
to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard (the
default is the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at
least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
+5V (Default)
+5VSB
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1.8 Connectors
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors
No Label Function Description
1 KBMS PS/2 mouse connector The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is
for a PS/2 mouse.
2 LPT Parallel port connector
3 1394_USB12 IEEE 1394a connector
(Optional)
4 LAN_USB34
LAN (RJ-45) connector This port allows Gigabit connection to a
This 25-pin parallel port is a standard
printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel
Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities
Parallel Port (ECP) mode
This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides
high-speed connectivity for audio/video
devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or
portable devices.
Local Area Network (LAN) through a
network hub. Refer to the table below for
the LAN port LED indications. The optional
10/100 Mbps LAN controller allows 10/100
Mbps connection to a Local Area Network
(LAN) through a network hub.
ACT / LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection
Blinking Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection
5 AUDIO Rear speaker out port
(Black)
This port connects the rear speakers in a
4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio
configuration.
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No Label Function Description
6 AUDIO Center/Subwoofer port
(Orange)
7 AUDIO Line-In port (Light Blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or
8 AUDIO Line-Out port (Lime) This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
9 AUDIO Microphone port (Pink) This port connects a microphone.
10 AUDIO Side Speaker Out port
(Gray)
The port connects the center/subwoofer
speakers in a 6-channel or 8-channel audio
configuration.
other audio sources.
In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel
configuration, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.
This port connects the side speakers in an
8-channel audio configuration.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function
of the audio
Port
2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Light Blue Line in Line in Line in Line in
Lime Line out Front speaker out Front speaker out Front speaker out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange - - Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black - Rear speaker out Rear speaker out Rear speaker out
Gray - - - Side speaker out
11 LAN_USB34 USB 2.0 connector These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
orts in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.
Headset
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
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No Label Function Description
12 1394_USB12 USB 2.0 connector These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
13 VGA VGA port This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
14 ESAT A External SATA port This port connects to an external Serial ATA
hard disk drive. To configure a RAID 0, a RAID
1, or a JBOD set, install an external
Serial ATA hard disk drive and an internal
Serial ATA hard disk drive to the SATA
connector labelled SATA_RAID1.
The external SATA port supports external Serial ATA 3.0
Gb/s devices. Longer cables support higher power
requirements to deliver signal up to two meters away, and
enables improved hot-swap function.
z Before creating a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks,
make sure that you have connected the Serial ATA
15 KBMS PS/2 KB connector This port is for a PS/2 keyboard
signal cable and installed Serial ATA hard disk drives;
otherwise, you cannot enter the JMicron RAID utility and
SATA BIOS setup during POST.
z If you intend to create a RAID configuration using this
connector, set the JMicron SATA Controller Mode item
in the BIOS to [RAID].
z DO NOT insert a different connector to this port.
z DO NOT unplug the external Serial ATA box when a
RAID 0 or JBOD is configured.
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1.8.2 Internal Connectors
1.8.2.1 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either
HD Audio or legacy AC ‘97 (optional) audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel
audio I/O module cable to this connector.
For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high‑definition audio
capability.
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1.8.2.2 ATX Power Connector (ATX12V, EATXPWR)
These connector are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to
fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down
firmly until the connectors completely fit.
ATX12V
EATXPWR1
Important notes on the Motherboard Power Requirements
z Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.
z To power the motherboard, it is recommended that you use an
ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 power supply unit (PSU) with a
minimum 350 W power rating. This PSU type has a 24-pin and
4-pin ATX power plugs.
z If you intend to use a PSU with a 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs,
make sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15A on
+12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 350 W.
The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the
power is inadequate. We do not, however, recommend the use of
a 20-pin PSU.
z The ATX 12 V 350 W Spec. 2.0 PSU passed the motherboard
power requirement test with the following configuration:
CPU : Intel® Pentium® 4 3.6 GHz
Memory : 512 MB DDR2 (x 4)
Graphics card : PCI Express x16 Nvidia EN5900
Parallel ATA devices : IDE hard disk drive (x 2)
Serial ATA device : SATA hard disk drive
Optical drives : CD-ROM (x 2)
z You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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1.8.2.3 Optical Drive Audio Connector (CD)
This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio connector at the back
of the optical drive
Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this
connector.
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1.8.2.4 CPU & Chassis Fan Connector (CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A
~ 7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the
motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the
connector
CHA_FAN1
CHA_FAN2
CPU_FAN
z Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the
motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can
occur if you fail to plug this connector.
z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
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1.8.2.5 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN)
1.8.2.6 Serial Port Connector 1 (COM1)
1.8.2.7 Serial Port Connector 2 (COM2)
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1.8.2.8 Serial Port Connector 3 (COM3)
1.8.2.9 Serial Port Connector 4 (COM4)
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1.8.2.10 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (FLOPPY)
z Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable
connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.
z Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to Pin 1.
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1.8.2.11 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
z System Power LED (2-pin PWRLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED
cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system
power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
z ATX Power Button/Soft-off Button (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the
system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS
settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON
turns the system OFF.
z Hard Disk Drive Activity LED (2-pin HDLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable
to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
z Reset Button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
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1.8.2.12 IEEE 1394a Connect or (IE1394_2, Optional)
1.8.2.13 IrDA Connector (IR_CON1)
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z Signal Description
Signal Signal Description
IRRX Infrared Receiver Input
IRTX Infrared Transmitter Output
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1.8.2.14 Primary EIDE Connector (PRI_EIDE)
The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three
connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the
blue connector to the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following modes
to configure your device.
Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s) Cable connector
Single device Cable-select or Master - Black
Two devices
Cable-select
Master Master
Slave Slave
z Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered
hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect
insertion when you connect the IDE cable.
z Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE
devices.
If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” make sure all other
device jumpers have the same setting
Master Black
Slave Gray
Black or Gray
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z Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE cable to Pin
1.
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1.8.2.15 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1~6) (SATA 5, 6 are optional for ICH8DO)
SATA1
SATA5
(Optional for ICH8DO)
(Optional for ICH8DO)
SATA2
SATA6
SATA3 SATA4
1.8.2.16 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect
the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the
back of the system chassis.
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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1.8.2.17 Serial ATA RAID Connector (SATA_RAID1)
This connector is for a Serial ATA signal cable. This connector supports a Serial ATA hard
disk drive, which you can combine with an external Serial ATA hard disk drive to configure
for RAID via the onboard Serial ATA RAID controller.
The JMicron controller mode item in the BIOS is set to [IDE] by
default. When set to [RAID], this item allows you to use the connectors
to build a RAID set.
Before creating a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure
that you have connected the Serial ATA signal cables and installed
Serial ATA hard disk drives; otherwise, you cannot enter the JMicron®
JMB363 RAID utility and SATA BIOS setup during POST.
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1.8.2.18 USB 2.0 Connector (USB56, 78, 910)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of
these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system
chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480
Mbps connection speed.
USB56
USB78
USB910
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB module is purchased separately.
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1.8.2.19 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Connector (TPM_SLOT1)
This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely
store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance
network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
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This chapter tells how to change
the system set tings through the BIOS
setup menus. Detailed descriptions
of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
BIOS setup
BIOS setup
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BIOS Setup
2.1 BIOS Setup Pr ogram
This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the
provided utility. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,
reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to
configure your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration
of your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the security password feature
or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system
using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and
record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del>
during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST
continues with its test routines.
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or
by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the
system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed.
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven
program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from
the available options using the navigation keys.
z The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most
conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system
becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the
default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.
Select the Load Optimized Defaults from the BIOS menu
screen. See section “2.2 BIOS menu screen.”
z The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
z Visit the system builder’s website to download the latest BIOS file
for this motherboard
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2.1.1 Legend Box
The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus
Key(s) Function Description
F1
Esc
←, →
↑, ↓
Enter Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field.
+ or PgUp Moves the cursor to the first field
- or PgDn Moves the cursor to the last field
F5 Loads the previous values
F6, F7 Loads the fail-safe / optimized defaults
F10 Saves changes and exits Setup
2.1.2 List Box
This box appears only in the opening screen. The box displays an initial list of configurable
items in the menu you selected.
General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page
Setup Menu
Return to the main menu from a sub-menu or prompts you to quit
the setup program.
Move to the item in the left or right hand
Move to previous or next item
2.1.3 Sub-menu
Note that a right pointer symbol appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer
indicates that you can display a sub-menu from this field. A sub-menu contains additional
options for a field parameter. To display a sub-menu, move the highlight to the field and
press <Enter>. The sub‑menu appears. Use the legend keys to enter values and move
from field to field within a sub-menu as you would within a menu. Use the <Esc> key to
return to the main menu.
Take some time to familiarize yourself with the legend keys and their corresponding
functions. Practice navigating through the various menus and submenus. If you
accidentally make unwanted changes to any of the fields, press <F6> to load the fail-safe
default values. While moving around through the Setup program, note that explanations
appear in the Item Specific Help window located to the right of each menu. This window
displays the help text for the currently highlighted field.
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2.2 BIOS Menu Scree n
When you enter the BIOS, the following screen appears. The BIOS menu screen displays
the items that allow you to make changes to the system configuration. To access the menu
items, press the up/down/right/left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is
highlighted, then press [Enter] to open the specific menu.
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2.2.1 Standard CMOS Features
The Standard CMOS Features screen gives you an overview of the basic system
2.2.1.1 Date [Day, xx/xx/xxxx]
The date format is <week>, <month>, <day>, <year>.
2.2.1.2 Time [xx:xx:xx]
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>, based on the 24-hour clock.
2.2.1.3 IDE Channel 0/1/2/3 Master / Slave
z IDE HDD Auto-Detection
[Press Enter]
z IDE Device Setup
[Auto]: Automatically detects IDE devices during POST
[None]: Select this when no IDE device is used. The system will skip the auto-detection
setup to make system start up faster.
[Manual]: User can manually input the correct settings.
9 Access Mode: The options are CHS/LBA/Large/Auto
9 Capacity: Capacity of currently installed hard disk
9 Cylinder: Number of cylinders
9 Head: Number of heads
9 Precomp: Write precomp
9 Landing Zone: Landing zone
9 Sector: Number of sectors
to select this option for automatic device detection.
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2.2.1.4 Driver A/B
Specifies the capacity and physic al size of diskette drive A/B. Do not select [None] if you
are using a floppy disk drive. Configuration options: [None] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.]
[720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.]
2.2.1.5 Video
This category detects the type of adapter used for the primary monitor that must match your
video display card and monitor.
z EGA / VGA: Enhanced Graphics Adapter/Video Graphics Array. For EGA, VGA, SVGA,
or PGA monitor adapters.
z CGA 40: Color Graphics Adapter, power up in 40 column mode.
z CGA 80: Color Graphics Adapter, power up in 80 column mode.
z MONO: Monochrome adapter, includes high resolution monochrome adapters.
2.2.1.6 Halt On
Sets the system to halt on errors according to the system functions specified in each option.
Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard] [All, But Diskette] [All, But
Disk/Key]
2.2.1.7 Memory
This category displays base memory, extended memory, and total memory detected during
POST (Power On Self Test).
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2.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features
The “Advanced BIOS Features” screen appears when choosing the “Advanced BIOS
Features” item from the “Initial Setup Screen” menu. It allows the user to configure the
i945G-IGA or i945G-IGA-IM according to his particular requirements. Below are some
major items that are provided in the Advanced BIOS Features screen. A quick booting
function is provided for your convenience. Simply enable the Quick Booting item to save
yourself valuable time.
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2.2.2.1 CPU Features
z Limit CPUID MaxVal
Set Limit CPUID MaxVa1 to 3. This should be disabled for WinXP
z C1E Function
CPU C1E function select
z Execute Disable Bit
When disabled, forces the XD feature flag to always return 0
z Virtualization Technology
When enabled, a VMM can utilized the additional hardware capabilities provide by Vander
pool Technology.
z Core Multi-Processing
Configuration options: [Disabled], [Enabled]
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2.2.2.2 Hard Disk Boot Priority Set hard disk boot device priority.
2.2.2.3 Virus Warning
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Enables or disables the virus warning.
Item Description
Activates automatically when the system boots up causing a warning
Enabled
Disabled
2.2.2.4 CPU L1 & L2 & L3 Cache
Enabling this feature speeds up memory access.
Item Description
Enabled Enable cache
Disabled Disable cache
2.2.2.5 Quick Power On Self Test
This allows the system to skip certain tests to speed up the boot-up procedure.
message to appear when anything attempts to access the boot sector
or hard disk partition table.
No warning message will appear when anything attempts to access the
boot sector or hard disk partition table.
Item Description
Enabled Enable quick POST
Disabled Normal POST
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2.2.2.6 First / Second / Third Boot Device
The BIOS tries to load the OS from the devices in the sequence set here. The options are:
Item Description
Floppy Floppy Device
LS120 LS120 Device
HDD Hard Disk Device
CDROM CDROM Device
ZIP100 ZIP-100 Device
USB-FDD USB Floppy Device
USB-ZIP USB ZIP Device
USB-CDROM USB CDROM Device
USB-HDD USB Hard Disk Device
Legacy LAN Network Device
Disabled Disabled any boot device
2.2.2.7 Boot Other Device
Use this to boot another device. The options are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.2.8 Swap Floppy Drive
A useful feature for those machines that use two floppy drives, when enabled this swaps
the A: and B: drives. This enables you to change the bootable floppy without having to open
the case and switch the cable.
2.2.2.9 Boot Up Floppy Seek
Selection of the command “Disabled” will speed the boot up.
Item Description
Enabled Enable Floppy Seek
Disabled Disable Floppy Seek
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2.2.2.10 Boot Up NumLock Status
Sets the boot up Num Lock status. The options are “On” and “Off”.
Item Description
On Enable NumLock
Off Disable NumLock
2.2.2.11 Gate A20 Option
Item Description
Normal A pin in the keyboard controller controls GateA20
Fast Lets chipset control GateA20 (Default)
2.2.2.12 Typematic Rate Setting
The typematic rate is the rate key strokes repeat as determined by the keyboard controller.
The commands are “Enabled” or “Disabled”. Enabling allows the typematic rate and delay
to be selected.
2.2.2.13 Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)
The BIOS accepts the following input values (characters/second) for typematic rate: 6, 8,
10, 12, 15, 20, 24, and 30.
2.2.2.14 Typematic Rate (Msec)
Typematic delay is the time interval between the appearances of two consecutive
characters, when the key is continuously depressed. The input values for this category are:
250, 500, 750, and 1000 (ms).
2.2.2.15 Security Option
This category determines whether the password is required when the sys- tem boots up or
only when entering setup. The options are:
Item Description
System
The system will not boot and access to Setup will be denied if the
correct password is not entered at the prompt.
Setup
The system will boot, but access to Setup will be denied if the correct
password is not entered at the prompt.
To disable security, select PASSWORD SETTING at Main Menu and
then you will be asked to enter password. Do not type anything and
just press <Enter>, it will disable security. Once the security is
disabled, the system will boot and you can enter Setup freely.
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2.2.2.16 APIC Mode
This setting allows you to enable the APIC mode. The choices are “Disabled” or “Enabled.”
2.2.2.17 MPS Version Control for OS
This option is only valid for multiprocessor motherboards as it specifies the version of the
Multiprocessor Specification (MPS) that the motherboard will use. The MPS is a
specification by which PC manufacturers design and build Intel architecture systems with
two or more processors.
MPS 1.1 was the original specification. MPS version 1.4 adds extended configuration
tables for improved support of multiple PCI bus configurations and greater expandability in
the future. In addition, MPS 1.4 introduces support for a secondary PCI bus without
requiring a PCI bridge.
2.2.2.18 OS Select for DRAM > 64MB
Select the operating system that is running with greater than 64MB of RAM on the system.
The choice: Non-OS2, OS2.
2.2.2.19 Small Logo (EPA) Show
This item allows you enabled/disabled the small EPA logo show on screen at the POST
step.
Item Description
Enabled EPA Logo shows is e nabled
Disabled EPA Logo show is disabled
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DRAM default timings have been carefully chosen and should ONLY
2.2.3.1 System BIOS Cacheable
Selecting “Enabled” allows caching of the system BIOS ROM at F0000h- FFFFFh, resulting
in better system performance. However, if any pro- gram writes data to this memory area, a
system error may occur. The Choices are “Enabled”, and “Disabled”.
2.2.3.2 Memory Hole at 15M-16M
Enabling this feature reserves 15 MB to 16 MB memory address space for ISA expansion
cards that specifically require this setting. This makes memory from 15 MB and up
unavailable to the system. Expansion cards can only access memory up to 16 MB. The
default setting is “Disabled”.
be changed if data is being lost. Please first contact technical support
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2.2.3.3 PCI Express Root Port Function
2.2.3.4 PEG/Onchip VGA Control
The selections are “Auto”, “Onchip VGA” or “PEG Port”.
2.2.3.5 On-Chip Frame Buffer Size
The On-Chip Frame Buffer Size can be set to 1 MB or 8 MB. This memory is shared with
the system memory.
2.2.3.6 DVMT Mode
Use this field to select the memory to allocate for video memory. The choices are “Fixed”,
“DVMT” and “BOTH”.
2.2.3.7 DVMT/FIXED Memory Size
Specify the size of DVMT/system memory to allocate for video memory.
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z IDE HDD Block Model
If your IDE hard drive supports block mode select Enabled for automatic detection of the
optimal number of block read/writes per sector the drive can support.
z IDE DMA Transfer Access
Use this field to enable or disable IDE DMA transfer access.
z On-Chip Secondary PCI IDE
IDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO/UDMA Mode (Auto). The channel has both a
master and a slave, making four IDE devices possible. Because two IDE devices may have
a different Mode timing (0, 1, 2, 3, 4), it is necessary for these to be independent. The
default setting “Auto” will allow auto detection to ensure optimal performance.
z SATA Mode
Choose the interface of SATA controller. The default setting is “IDE” which let SATA like
parallel ATA controller. The “RAID” setting let SATA controller to support RAID.
The Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is a hardware mechanism that allows
software to communicate with SATA devices, such as hot-plugging and Native Command
Queuing (NCQ).
z LEGACY Mode Support
The choices: Disabled, Enabled.
2.2.4.2 Super I/O Device
z Power ON Function
This feature allows you to wake up the system using any of the listed options. The
selections are “Hot KEY”, “Mouse Left”, “Mouse Right”, “Any KEY” and “BUTTON ONLY”.
z Hot Key Power ON
Awaken the system by pressing the hot key button. The choices are “Ctrl-F1”, “Ctrl-F2”,
“Ctrl-F3” to “Ctrl-F8”.
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z Onboard FDC Controller
When enabled, this field allows you to connect your floppy disk drives to the onboard floppy
disk drive connector instead of a separate controller card. If you want to use a different
controller card to connect the floppy disk drives, set this field to Disabled.
z Onboard Serial Port 1
The settings are “3F8/IRQ4”, “2F8/IRQ3”, “3E8/IRQ4”, “2E8/IRQ3”, and “Disabled” for the
on-board serial connector.
z Onboard Parallel Port
This field sets the address of the on-board parallel port connector. You can select
“378/IRQ7”, “278/IRQ5”, “3BC/IRQ7”, or “Disabled”. If you install an I/O card with a parallel
port, make sure there is no conflict in the address assignments. The single board computer
can support up to three parallel ports.
z Parallel Port Mode
This field allows you to set the operation mode of the parallel port. The setting “Normal”
allows normal speed operation, but in one direction only. “EPP” allows bidirectional parallel
port operation at maximum speed. “ECP” allows the parallel port to operate in bidirectional
mode and at a speed faster than the maximum data transfer rate. “ECP + EPP” allows
normal speed operation in a two-way mode.
z EPP Mode Select
This field allows you to select EPP port type 1.7 or 1.9. The choices are “EPP1.9” and
“EPP1.7”.
z ECP Mode Use DMA
This selection is available only if you select “ECP” or “ECP + EPP” in the Parallel Port Mode
field. In ECP Mode, you can select DMA channel 1 or DMA channel 3. Leave this field on
the default setting.
2.2.4.3 Watch Dog Timer Select
This option will determine watch dog timer. The choices: Disabled, 10, 20, 30, 40 Sec. 1, 2,
4 Min.
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2.2.4.4 USB Device Setting
z USB 1.0 / 2.0 Controller
The choices: Disabled, Enabled.
z USB Operation Mode
Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12
Mbps). Configuration options: [Full/Low Speed] [HiSpeed]
z USB Keyboard Function
The choices: Disabled, Enabled.
z USB Mouse Function
The choices: Disabled, Enabled.
z USB Storage Function
The choices: Disabled, Enabled.
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2.2.5 Power Management Setup
The power management setup controls the single board computer's “green” features to
save power. The following screen shows the manufacturer’s defaults.
2.2.5.1 ACPI Function
The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.5.2 ACPI Suspend Type
This item allows you to set ACPI suspend type to S1/POS(Power On Suspend) or
S3/STR(Suspend To RAM).
2.2.5.3 Run VGABIOS if S3 Resume
Select “Auto” to run VGA BIOS if S3 resume automatically. The “Yes” enables running VGA
BIOS if S3 resume. The “No” disables this function.
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2.2.5.4 Power Management
There are three selections for Power Management, and each of them has fixed mode
settings.
Item Description
Min. Power Saving Minimum power management, HDD Power Down = 15 Min,
Max. Power Saving Maximum power management, HDD Power Down =1 Min
Allows you to set each mode individually. When not disabled,
User Defined
2.2.5.5 Video Off Method
Use this to select the method to turn off the video. The choices are “Blank Screen”, “V/H
SYNC+ Blank”, and “DPMS”.
2.2.5.6 Video Off In Suspend
When the system is in suspend mode, the video will turn off. The choices are “No” and
“Yes”.
2.2.5.7 Suspend Type
Select the suspend type. The choice: Stop Grant, Pwron suspend.
2.2.5.8 MODEM Use IRQ
This determines the IRQ in which the MODEM can use. The choices: NA, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10,
each of the ranges are from 1 min. to 1 hr. except for HDD
Power Down which ranges from 1 min. to 15 min. and
disable.
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2.2.5.9 Suspend Mode
Item Description
Min. Power Saving Minimum power management, HDD Power Down = 15 Min,
Max. Power Saving Maximum power management, HDD Power Down =1 Min
Allows you to set each mode individually. When not disabled,
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2.2.5.10 HDD Pow er Down
Select “1-15 mins” to enable HDD Power Down mode between 1 to 15 mins. Select
“Disabled” to disable HDD Power Down function.
2.2.5.11 Soft-off by PWR-BTTN
If you choose “Instant-Off”, then pushing the ATX soft power switch but- ton once will switch
the system to “system off” power mode. You can choose “Delay 4 sec”. If you do, then
pushing the button for more than 4 seconds will turn off the system, whereas pushing the
button momentarily (for less than 4 seconds) will switch the system to “suspend” mode.
2.2.5.12 Wake-Up by PCI card
The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.5.13 Power On by Ring
Select “Enabled” to power on the system from a soft off state by an input signal on the serial
Ring Indicator (RI) line. The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.5.14 USB KB Wake-Up from S3
When “Enabled”, enter any key to wake up the system from S3 state. The choices are
“Enabled” and “Disabled”.
2.2.5.15 Resume by Alarm
When “Enabled”, set the date and time at which the RTC (real-time clock) alarm awakens
the system from suspend mode. The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”.
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2.2.6 PnP/PCI Configurations
2.2.6.1 Init Display First
This item allows you to choose the first display interface to initiate while booting. The choice
is “PCI Slot” or “Onboard”.
2.2.6.2 Rest Configuration Data
The default is “Disabled”. Select Enabled to reset Extended System Configuration Data
(ESCD) if you have installed a new add-on card, and system configuration is in such a state
that the OS cannot boot.
2.2.6.3 Resource Controlled By
The commands here are “Auto(ESCD)” or “Manual”. Choosing “Manual” requires you to
choose resources from the following sub-menu.
“Auto(ESCD)” automatically configures all of the boot and Plug and Play devices, but you
must be using Windows 95 or above.
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2.2.6.4 PCI/VGA Palette Snoop
This is set to “Disabled” by default.
2.2.6.5 INT Pin 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 Assignment
The choices: Auto, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11
2.2.6.6 Maximum Payload Size
This allows you to set the maximum TLP payload size for PCI Express devices. The options
are [128 bytes], [256 bytes], [512 bytes], [1024 bytes], [2048 bytes], and [4096 bytes].
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2.2.7 Frequency/Voltage Control
2.2.7.1 CPU Clock Ratio Unlock
The choices: Disabled, Enabled.
2.2.7.2 CPU Clock Ratio
The choice: 7X
2.2.7.3 Auto Detect PCI Clk
This allows you to enable or disable auto detect PCI clock. The choices are “Enabled” and
“Disabled”.
2.2.7.4 Spread Spectrum
This setting allows you to reduce EMI by modulating the signals the CPU generates so that
the spikes are reduced to flatter curves. This is achieved by varying the frequency slightly
so that the signal does not use any particular frequency for more than a moment. The
choices are “Disabled” and “Enabled”.
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2.2.8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Use this menu to load the BIOS default values for the minimal/stable performance for your
system to operate. Press <Y> to load the BIOS default values for the most stable,
minimal-performance system operations.
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2.2.9 Load Optimized Defaults
Use this menu to load the BIOS default values that are factory settings for optimal
performance system operations. While Award has designed the custom BIOS to maximize
performance, the factory has the right to change these defaults to meet their needs.
Press <Y> to load the default values setting for optimal performance system operations.
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2.2.10 Set Supervisor/User Password
You can set either supervisor or user password, or both of them. Supervisor Password:
able to enter/change the options of setup menus.
Follow these steps to change the password.
z Choose the “Set Supervisor/User Password” option from the “Initial Setup Screen”
menu and press <Enter>. The screen displays the following message:
z Please Enter Your Password
z Press <Enter>.
z If the CMOS is good and this option has been used to change the default password,
the user is asked for the password stored in the CMOS. The screen displays the
following message:
Please Confirm Your Password
z Type the current password and press <Enter>.
z After pressing <Enter> (ROM password) or the current password (user-defined), you
can change the password stored in the CMOS. The password must be no longer than
eight (8) characters. Remember, to enable the password setting feature, you must first
select either “Setup” or “System” from the “Advanced BIOS Features” menu.
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2.2.11 Save and Exit Setup
If you select this and press <Enter>, the values entered in the setup utili- ties will be
recorded in the CMOS memory of the chipset. The processor will check this every time you
turn your system on and compare this to what it finds as it checks the system. This record is
required for the sys- tem to operate.
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2.2.12 Exit Without Saving
Selecting this option and pressing <Enter> lets you exit the setup program without
recording any new values or changing old ones.
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