Microsoft PXP43 User Manual
PXP43 Motherboard User’s Guide
Preface
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing
this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of th e FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur
le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Chapter 4
Software Setup
Preface
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motherboard.
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De s crib es insta llat i on of
motherboard components.
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Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.
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software
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Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction......................................................................................1
Feature ..............................................................................................2
Motherboard Components.............................................................4
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard 6
Safety Precautions.............................................................................6
Choosing a Computer Case..............................................................6
Installing the Motherboard in a Case.............................................6
Checking Jumper Settings................................................................7
Setting Jumpers.........................................................................7
Checking Jumper Settings.........................................................8
Jumper Settings.........................................................................8
Installing Hardware..........................................................................9
Installing the Processor...........................................................9
Installing Memory Modules.....................................................11
Expansion Slots
Connecting Optional Devices..................................................15
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Har d Drive......17
Connecting I/O Devices..................................................................19
Connecting Case Components......................................................20
Front Panel Header..................................................................22
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Chapter 3 23
Using BIOS 23
About the Setup Utility ................................................................ 23
The Standard Configuration..............................................23
Entering the Setup Utility...................................................23
Updating the BIOS............................................................25
Using BIOS......................................................................................25
Standard CMOS Setup......................................................26
Advanced Setup.................................................................28
Advanced Chipset Setup....................................................30
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Integrated Peripherals.......................................................31
Power Management Setup.................................................32
PCI/PnP Setup...................................................................33
PC Health Status................................................................34
Frequency/Voltage Control................................................35
Load Default Settings.......................................................37
Supervisor Password........................................................37
User Password..................................................................38
Save & Exit Setup..............................................................38
Exit Without Saving............................................................38
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Software List..........................................................................................39
Software Installation.............................................................................39
Chapter 1: Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the PXP43 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA775 socket
®
Intel
Yorkfield/Wolfdale processors for high-end business or personal desktop mar-
kets.
The motherboard incorporates the Intel Eaglelake P43 Northbridge (NB) and Intel
ICH10 Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports a Front Side Bus (FSB)
frequency of 1333/1066/800 MHz using a scalable FSB Vcc_CPU. The memory
controller supports DDR2 memory DIMM frequencies of 800/667. It supports four
DDR2 sockets with maximum memory size of 16 GB. DDR2 memory bandwidth of
12.8 GB/s in dual-channel symmetric mode assuming DDR2 800 MHz. High resolu-
tion graphics via one PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, is fully
compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification Revision 2.0.
The ICH10 Southbridge supports two PCI slots which are PCI v2.3 compliant. In
addition, three PCI Express x1 slots are supported, fully compliant to the PCI
Express Base Specification, Revision 1.1. It implements an EHCI compliant interface that provides 480 Mb/s bandwidth for twelve USB 2.0 ports (four USB ports and
four USB 2.0 headers support additional eight USB ports). One onboard IDE connector supports two IDE devices in Ultra ATA 133/100/66/33 mode. The Southbridge
supports six SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each.
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There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and
keyboard connectors, COM, four USB ports, one LAN port and audio jacks for
microphone, line-in and 6-ch line-out.
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Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses
th
e following features:
• Accommodates Intel® Yorkfield/Wolfdale processors
• Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800 MHz
an LGA775 type of Intel® Yorkfield/Wolfdale that carries
Chipset
The P43 Northbridge (NB) and ICH10 Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based on an
innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.
P43 (NB)
ICH10 (SB)
• Supports 36-bit host bus addressing, allowing the
CPU to access the entire 64 GB of the memory address space.
• 2 GB/s point-to-point Direct Media Interface (DMI) to
ICH10 (1 GB/s each direction)
• One, 16-lane PCI Express x16 port for Graphics Attach, compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification
revision 2.0
• Supports 512-Mb and 1-Gb DDR2 and 512-Mb, 1Gb,and 2-Gb DDR3 DRAM technologies for x8 and
x16 devices
• Enhanced DMA Controller , interrupt controller, and timer
functions
• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification, revision 1.1
• Compliant with PCI v2.3 specificaiton
• Compliant with SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to
twelve USB 2.0 ports
Memory
• Supports DDR2 800/667 DDR2 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture
• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 4 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB
Audio
(Realtek 6CH Audio ALC662 Codec)
• 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• ADCs supports 44.1k/48k/96kHz sample rate
• Meets Microsoft WLP 3.08 Vista premium and mobile PCs audio
requirements
• Direct Sound 3DTM compatible
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Onboard LAN (
• Integrated PHY for 10/100/1000 Mbps
• IEEE 802.3x compliant flow control support
• Three power supplies: 2.5V, 1.8V and 1.2V
• PCI Express base 1.1 compliant
Atheros AR8121 PCI-E Gbit LAN)
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 slot for Graphics Interface
• Three PCI Express x1 slots
• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• One IDE connector supporting up to two IDE devices
• Six 7-pin SATA connectors
This motherboard supports Ultra DMA bus mastering with transfer rates of 133/
100/66/33 Mb/s.
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
• One Serial port
• Four USB ports
• One LAN port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6-ch line-out
BIOS Firmware
The motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system
features including the following:
• Power management
• Wake-up alarms
• CPU parameters
• CPU and memory timing
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 50 °C.
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Motherboard Components
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 1: Introducing the Motherboard
Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL CO MPO NE NT S
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1. CPU Socket
LGA77 5 so cket Intel
Family processors
2. CPU_FAN1 CPU cooling fan connector
3. DDR2_DIMM1~4 240-pin DDR2 SDRAM slots
4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-Pin ATX Power connector
5. SATA1~6 Serial ATA connectors
6. CASE_FAN Case cooling fan connector
7. F_PANEL Front Panel Switch/LED header
8. USBPWR_F1~2 Front Panel USB Power Select jumpers
9. F_USB1~4 Front P anel USB headers
10. SPK Speaker header
1 1. CL R_CMOS Cle ar CMOS jum per
12. IDE Primary IDE connector
13. SPDI FO SPDIF out header
14. F_AUDIO Front Panel Audio header
15. CD_IN Analog Audio Input connector
16. PCI2~3 32-bit add-on card slots
17. PCIE1~3 PCI Express x1 slots
18. PCIE16X_1 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
19. USBPWR_R1 Rear Panel USB/PS2 Power Select jumper
20. ATX12V 4-pin +12V power connector
21. SYS_FAN1 System cooling fan connector
Yorkfield/Wolfdale
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This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the FULL ATX system case. Firstly, some features on the
motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the
features required. Secondly, this motherboard supports two enhanced IDE drives.
Make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that you intend
to install.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries a FULL ATX form factor of 305 x 244 mm. Choose a case
that accommodates this form factor.
Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
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This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT
SHORT OPEN
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Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
Jumper Settings
Jumper Type Description Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
CLR_CMOS
3-pin
CLEAR CMOS
2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn the system off.
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CLR_CMOS
USBPWR_R1
USBPWR_F1~2
To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
1.
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Optimized Defaults”
and then “Save & Exit Setup”.
2.
Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before selecting the 5VSB function.
It is required that users place the USBPWR_F1~2 & USBPWR_R1 cap
3.
onto 2-3 pin rather than 1-2 pin as default if you want to wake up the
computer by USB/PS2 KB/Mouse.
3-pin
3-pin
Rear USB/PS2
Power Select
Jumper
Front Panel
USB Power
Select Jumper
1-2: VCC
2-3: 5VSB
1-2: VCC
2-3: 5VSB
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USBPWR_R1
1
USBPWR_F1~2
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Installing Hardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that
you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes
across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard
or its components.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near the
processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly
installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips.
Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly
see the motherboard and processor socket.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system
bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change the settings in the system
Setup Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or
other components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components
that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the
power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other
hardware components.
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This motherboard has an LGA775 socket. When choosing a processor, consider the
performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor
design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity
of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
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CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Read and follow the instructions shown
on the sticker on the CPU cap.
B. Unload the cap
· Use thumb & forefinger to hold the
lifting tab of the cap.
· Lift the cap up and remove the cap
completely from the socket.
C. Open the load plate
· Use thumb & forefinger to hold the
hook of the lever, pushing down and
pulling aside unlock it.
· Lift up the lever.
· Use thumb to open the load plate. Be
careful not to touch the contacts.
D. Install the CPU on the socket
· Orientate CPU package to the socket.
Make sure you match triangle marker
to pin 1 location.
E. Close the load plate
· Slightly push down the load plate onto
the tongue side, and hook the lever.
· CPU is locked completely.
F. Apply thermal grease on top of the CPU.
G. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base
onto the CPU socket on the motherboard.
H. Make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the
CPU fan connector. Please refer to the
CPU cooling fan user’s manual for more
detail installation procedure.
1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest
that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and
heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/
heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
2. DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a
CPU.
3. Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted
only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
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