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INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no
guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under
continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
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Revision History
RevisionRevision HistoryDate
V1.0First release for europeMarch 2009
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. Alternatively,
please try the following help resources for further guidance.
Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates,
and other information: http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?
4.Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
5.The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
6.Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7.Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
8.Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
9.All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service
personnel:
† The power cord or plug is damaged.
† Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
† The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
† The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
† The equipment has dropped and damaged.
† The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 600 C (1400F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
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FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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 measures listed
below.
† Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
† Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
† Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
† Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to
comply with the emission limits.
VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
Micro-Star International
MS-7566
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement
Сведения о программном обеспечении ...................................................Ru-46
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Eclipse Plus
Series
User’s Guide
English
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MS-7566 Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
Processor Support
- Intel® Core i7 processors in the LGA1366 package
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit
http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=cpuform2)
(For more information on compatible components, please visit http:/
/global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=testreport)
LAN
- Supports 2 PCIE LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek® 8111C
Audio (optional)
- Sound Blaster® X-Fi™ Xtreme Audio Card
- 24-bit / 96KHz audio quality
- 100dB SNR clarity
- Up to 7.1ch EAX® 5.0 Surround Sound
SATA
- 6 SATAII ports by Intel® ICH10R
- 4 SATAII ports by JMicron® JMB322
- 2 E-SATA ports by JMicron® JMB362
- Supports storage and data transfers up to 3 Gb/s
RAID
- SATA1~6 support Intel® Martix Storage Technology (AHCI+ RAID 0/
1/5/10) by Intel® ICH10R
- SATA7/8 support RAID 0/ 1 (hardware RAID) mode by 1st JMicron
JMB322
- SATA9/10 support RAID 0/ 1 (hardware RAID) mode by 2nd JMicron
JMB322
- Two E-SATA ports on back panel support RAID 0/ 1 & JBOD mode by
JMicron JMB362
IEEE1394 (optional)
- 2 IEEE1394 ports (rear*1, front*1) by VIA® VT6308
NVIDIA® nForce® 200
- Supports NVIDIA® SLI™ Multi Graphic solution
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®
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ATI CrossFireX™
- Supports ATI CrossFireX™
Connectors
Back panel
- 1 PS/2 mouse port
- 1 PS/2 keyboard port
- 1 1394 port
- 2 eSATA ports
- 8 USB 2.0 ports
- 2 LAN jacks
- 1 Debug LED
- 1 Clear CMOS button
On-Board Pinheaders / Connectors
- 2 USB 2.0 connectors
- 1 1394 connector (optional)
- 1 chassis intrusion pinheader
- 1 serial port pinheader
- 1 TPM Module pinheader
- 1 D-LED2 pinheader
- 1 GreenPower Genie connector
- 1 Power button
- 1 Reset button
- 1 D-LED2 button
- 1 GreenPower button
- 1 OC Dial button
- 1 OC Dial knob
TPM
- Supports TPM
Slots
- 3 PCI Express® gen2 x16 slots
- 1 PCI Express® x16 slot supports up to PCI Express® gen2 x4 speed
- 2 PCI Express® gen1 x1 slots
- 1 PCI slots, support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface
Form Factor
- ATX (30.5cm X 24.5cm)
Mounting
- 9 mounting holes
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Quick Components Guide
Back Panel,
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SYSFAN1/4,
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PCIE slots,
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PCI slot,
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PCIE slots,
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JPWR2, En-13
SYSFAN3,
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J1394_1, En-17
CPU, En-5
JCOM1,
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JTPM1, En-19
JUSB1/2,
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CPUFAN1, En-17
D-LED2, En-21
GreenPower button, En-21
OC Dial button, En-22
OC Dial knob, En-22
SYSFAN5, En-17
DDR3, En-9
JPWR1, En-13
JCI1, En-19
JSMB1, En-20
SATA1~10,
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JFP1, En-18
JFP2, En-18
SYSFAN2, En-17
JDLED2, En-19
POWER1, En-21
RESET1, En-21
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CPU (Central Processing Unit)
When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent
overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning
on the computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?
func=cpuform2
Important
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure
the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make
sure that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between
the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
Replaceing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the safety
of CPU.
Overclocking
This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make
sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while
doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is
not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or risks caused
by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.
Introduction to LGA 1366 CPU
The pin-pad side of LGA 1366
CPU.
The surface of LGA 1366 CPU.
Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for better heat
dispersion.
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Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
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CPU & Cooler Installation
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on
the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal
paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will
cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.
1. Open the load level.
2.Lift the load lever up and open the
load plate.
3. The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it
to protect the contack from damage.
Before you install CPU, always cover
it to protect the socket pin. Romove
the cap from the lever hinge side (as
the arrow shows).
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4.After confirming the CPU direction for
correct mating, put down the CPU in
the socket housing frame. Be sure to
grasp on the edge of the CPU base.
Note that the alignment keys are
matched.
alignment key
5.Visually inspect if the CPU is seated
well into the socket. If not, take out
the CPU with pure vertical motion and
reinstall.
6.Cover the load plate onto the
package.
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7.Press down the load lever lightly onto
the load plate, and then secure the
lever with the hook under retention
tab.
8.Inspect the four hooks are in porper
position before you install the cooler.
Important
1.Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system.
2. Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging.
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9.Align the holes on the mainboard with
the heatsink. Push down the cooler
until its four clips get wedged into
the holes of the mainboard.
11. Turn over the mainboard to confirm
that the clip-ends are correctly
inserted.
Mainboard
10.Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler.
12. Finally, attach the CPU Fan cable to
the CPU fan connector on the
mainboard.
Hook
Important
1. Read the CPU status in BIOS.
2. Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the
plastic cap covered (shown in Figure 1) to avoid damaging.
3. Mainboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration of the CPU/
cooler installation only. The appearance of your mainboard may vary depending on the model you purchase.
4. Please refer to the documentation in the CPU fan package for more details
about the CPU fan installation.
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Memory
Installed
1
2
These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.
For more information on compatible components, please visit http://global.msi.com.
tw/index.php?func=testreport
DDR3
240-pin, 1.5V
48x2=96 pin
Memory Population Rules
Please refer to the following illustrations for memory population rules.
Single-Channel mode
When you have only one memory module, please always insert it into the DIMM_A0
first (as way 1 shown in below).
Dual-Channel mode
In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two
data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance the system
performance. When you have two memory modules, please always insert them into
the DIMM_A0 & DIMM_B0 (as way 2 shown in below).
72x2=144 pin
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A0
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B0
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
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DIMM_A1
DIMM_A0
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B0
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
Empty
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4
5
6
Triple-Channel mode
In Triple-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with
three data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Triple-Channel mode can enhance the
best system performance. When you have three or more memory modules, please
always insert them as the way 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 (shown in below) to get the best system
performance.
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A0
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B0
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A0
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B0
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A0
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B0
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A0
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B0
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
-According to Intel CPU SPEC, DIMMs with voltage setting over 1.65V may
damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the
voltage setting below 1.65V.
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Important
-DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3
standard is not backwards compatible. You should always install DDR3
memory modules in the DDR3 DIMM slots.
-In Triple/ Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of
the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots.
-To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules
into the DIMM_A0 first.
- Due to the chipset resource deployment, the system density will only be
detected up to 23+GB (not full 24GB) when each DIMM is installed with a 4GB
memory module.
- When you install incorrect memory module (the SA2-pin of the memory
module connects to Ground) in the DIMM_C0/C1, the LED beside DIMM_C0
will light red color to remind you. The position of the LED is shown as below.
Double confirm with your memory module vender for the third channel supports.
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Installing Memory Modules
1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right
orientation.
2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the
golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot. The plastic
clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close when the memory module
is properly seated.
Important
You can barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted
in the DIMM slot.
3. Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot
clips at the sides.
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Volt
Notch
Power Supply
ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1
This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply.
To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, make sure the plug of the
power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are
aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector.
You may use the 20-pin ATX power supply as you like. If you’d like
to use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with pin 1 & pin 13 (refer to the image at the right hand).
This power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
Pin Definition
PINSIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
PINSIGNAL
5 +12V
6 +12V
7 +12V
8 +12V
JPWR2
4
1
8
5
pin 13
pin 12
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Important
1. Make sure that all the connectors are connected to proper ATX power supplies to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.
2. Power supply of 450 watts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.
3. ATX 12V power connection should be greater than 18A.
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Back Panel
Mouse
Keyboard
USB Ports
1394 Port (optional)
LAN
Clear CMOS
Button
eSATA Ports
USB Ports
Debug LED
Mouse/Keyboard
The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
Clear CMOS Button
There is a CMOS RAM on board that has a power supply from external battery to
keep the system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration,
use the button to clear data. Press the button to clear the data.
Important
Make sure that you power off the system before clearing CMOS data.
1394 Port (optional)
The IEEE1394 port on the back panel provides connection to IEEE1394 devices.
eSATA Port
The eSATA port is for attaching the eSATA external hard drive.
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to
the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect
a network cable to it.
LED ColorLED StateCondition
OffLAN link is not established.
Left YellowOn (steady state)LAN link is established.
On (brighter & pulsing)The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.
GreenOff10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
RightOn100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
OrangeOn1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
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Green / OrangeYellow
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
Debug LED
Please refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug LED message.
PostStatus
FFPower on and first initialize CPU.
C0, C1, C2 Early CPU Initialize.
C4, C6Initialize chipset.
D4, D5Initialize memory.
08Initialize keyboard.
2A, 31Initialize onboard devices. Load Option ROM (VGA and RAID
option ROM) form BIOS to memory.
37Displaying sign-on message, CPU information, setup key
message and any OEM specific information.
38Initialize USB device and different devices.
3CMid POST initialization of chipset registers. Detect different
devices (parallel ports, serial ports and coprocessor in CPU…etc.)
75, 78Initialize INT 13 devices and IPL devices. (include SATA/ PATA
HDD and CD/DVD ROM).
87Enter setup screen. BIOS setup if needed/ requested.
A4Wait for user input at configuration display if needed.
A7Display the system configuration screen if enabled.
B1Save system context for ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface). Prepare give control to OS loader (INT 19H).
00Pass control to OS Loader (typically INT 19H).
AAEnter OS (Vista or Windows XP).
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Connectors
Serial ATA Connector: SATA1~10
This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect
to one Serial ATA device.
SATA1_3
SATA2_4
SATA5_6
SATA7_8
SATA9_10
SATA1~6
are supported by ICH10R
SATA7~8
are supported by first JMB322
SATA9~10
are supported by second JMB322
Important
1. Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.
2. Please always use the Intel default SATA connectors (SATA1~6) first.
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Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1~5
The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting
the wire to the connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should
be connected to the +12V; the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.
If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a
specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
+12V
SENSOR
CONTROL
GND
CPUFAN1
GND
+12V
SENSOR
GND
+12V
SENSOR
SYSFAN1SYSFAN2
+12V
SENSOR
GND
SYSFAN3
GND
+12V
NC
+12V
NC
GND
SYSFAN4SYSFAN5
Important
1.Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s official website
or consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
2.CPUFAN1 supports fan control. You can install Overclocking Center utility that will automatically control the CPU fan speed according to the actual
CPU temperature.
3. SYSFAN1~3 support fan control, too. You may select how percentage of
speed for the SYSFAN1/2/3 in BIOS.
IEEE1394 Connector: J1394_1 (optional)
This connector allows you to connect the IEEE1394 device via an optional IEEE1394
bracket.
Pin Definition
PINSIGNALPINSIGNAL
9
10
J1394_1
1
2
1TPA+2TPA3Ground4Ground
5TPB+6TPB7Cable power8Cable power
9Key (no pin)10Ground
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IEEE1394 Bracket (Optional)
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Front Panel Connectors: JFP1, JFP2
These connectors are for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs.
The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
JFP1 Pin Definition
PINSIGNALDESCRIPTION
1HD_LED +Hard disk LED +
2PWR/SLP LEDMSG LED
3HD_LED -Hard disk LED 4PWR/SLP LEDMSG LED
5RST_SW -Reset Switch 6PWR_SW +Power Switch +
7RST_SW +Reset Switch +
8PWR_SW -Power Switch 9RSVDReserved. Do not use.
JFP2 Pin Definition
PINSIGNALDESCRIPTION
7
Power
LED
12
1GNDGround
2SPK-Speaker3SLEDSuspend LED
4BUZ+Buzzer+
5PLEDPower LED
6BUZ-Buzzer7NCKey (No Pin)
8SPK+Speaker+
Power
Switch
Power
LED
JFP1
10
+
2
Speaker
1
9
+
Reset
-
Switch
-
HDD
+
LED
8
+
+
-
JFP2
Serial Port Connector: JCOM1
This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device.
Pin Definition
PINSIGNALDESCRIPTION
1DCDData Carry Detect
2SINSerial In or Receive Data
3SOUTSerial Out or Transmit Data
4DTRData Terminal Ready
5GNDGround
6DSRData Set Ready
7RTSRequest To Send
8CTSClear To Send
9RIRing Indicate
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2
19
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TPM Module Connector: JTPM1
This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) module (optional). Please
refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.
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2
1
14
13
JTPM1
Pin SignalDescriptionPin SignalDescription
1LCLKLPC clock23V_STB3V standby power
3LRST#LPC reset4VCC33.3V power
5LAD0LPC address & data pin06SIRQSerial IRQ
7LAD1LPC address & data pin18VCC55V power
9LAD2LPC address & data pin210KEYNo pin
11LAD3LPC address & data pin312GNDGround
13LFRAME# LPC Frame14GNDGround
D-LED2 Connector: JDLED2
This connector connects to a D-LED2 (Debug-LED2) panel (optional), which shows
information on the panel for you and identify the current status or mode of the
connected system. Please refer to the D-LED2 quick guide for more details and
usages.
JDLED2
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Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCI1
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is
opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record
this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you
must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
CINTRU
GND
1
2
JCI1
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Front USB Connector: JUSB1/ JUSB2
These connectors, compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for
connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras,
MP3 players, printers, modems and the like.
Pin Definition
JUSB1/ JUSB2
2
1
10
9
PIN SIGNALPIN SIGNAL
1VCC2VCC
3USBD-4USBD5USBD+6USBD+
7GND8GND
9Key (no pin)10NC
USB 2.0 Bracket
(optional)
Important
Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid
possible damage.
GreenPower Genie Connector: JSMB1
This connector connects to GreenPower Genie (optional). Please refer to the
GreenPower Genie manual for more details and usages.
1
2
JSMB1
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Buttons and Knob
The motherboard provides the following buttons for you to set the computer’s function.
This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through the use
of button.
Power Button: POWER1
This power button is used to turn-on or turn-off the system. Press the button to turnon or turn-off the system. This button will light after you power-on the system, and
the light will turn-off when you power-off the system.
POWER1
Reset Button: RESET1
This reset button is used to reset the system. Press the button to reset the system.
This button will light when the system is in S0 status.
RESET1
D-LED2 Button: DLED2
This button is used to change the menu on D-LED2 panel. Press the button to change
the menu on D-LED2 panel. Please refer to the D-LED2 quick guide for more details
and usages.
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DLED2
GreenPower Button
This button is used to switch GreenPower function of system. Once you press the
button, the system will switch the GreenPower between disable and auto mode.
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