Msi P35 Neo Combo series, G33 Neo Combo series user Manual
P35 Neo Combo/
G33 Neo Combo series
MS-7365 (V1.X) Mainboard
G52-73651X1
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Copyright Notice
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INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no
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continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First release for PCB 1.X March 2007
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://www.msi.com.tw/program/service/faq/
faq/esc_faq_list.php
Contact our technical staff at: http://support.msi.com.tw/
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Safety Instructions
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
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 service
personnel:
† The power cord or plug is damaged.
† Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
† The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
† The equipment does 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-7365
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
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CONTENTS
Copyright Notice..............................................................................................................ii
Trademarks.......................................................................................................................ii
Revision History..............................................................................................................ii
Technical Support...........................................................................................................ii
Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................iii
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement........................................................iv
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement....................................v
Chapter 1 Getting Started.....................................................................................1-1
Mainboard Specifications...................................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout................................................................................................1-4
Packing Checklist.................................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup...................................................................................2-1
Quick Components Guide....................................................................................2-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit)............................................................................2-3
Memory.................................................................................................................2-7
Power Supply......................................................................................................2-9
Back Panel..........................................................................................................2-10
Connectors........................................................................................................2-12
Jumper................................................................................................................2-19
Slots....................................................................................................................2-20
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup.............................................................................................3-1
Entering Setup.....................................................................................................3-2
The Main Menu.....................................................................................................3-4
Standard CMOS Features...................................................................................3-6
Advanced BIOS Features...................................................................................3-8
Integrated Peripherals........................................................................................3-11
Power Management Setup...............................................................................3-13
PNP/PCI Configurations.....................................................................................3-16
H/W Monitor........................................................................................................3-18
Frequency/Voltage Control...............................................................................3-19
Load Fail-Safe/ Optimized Defaults.................................................................3-23
BIOS Setting Password.....................................................................................3-24
Appendix A Dual Core Center.............................................................................A-1
Activating Dual Core Center...............................................................................A-2
Main......................................................................................................................A-3
DOT(Dynamic Over Clocking).............................................................................A-5
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Clock.....................................................................................................................A-6
Voltage.................................................................................................................A-7
FAN Speed...........................................................................................................A-8
Temperature.........................................................................................................A-9
User Profile........................................................................................................A-10
Appendix B Realtek ALC888 Audio.....................................................................B-1
Installing the Realtek Audio Driver......................................................................B-2
Software Configuration......................................................................................B-4
Hardware Setup................................................................................................B-19
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Getting Started
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the P35 Neo Combo/ G33 Neo
Combo Series (MS-7365 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The P35
Neo Combo/ G33 Neo Combo Series mainboards are
based on Intel® P35/G33 & ICH9/ICH9R chipsets for
optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced
Intel® Core 2 Extreme, Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium
and Celeron processor, the P35 Neo Combo/ G33 Neo
Combo Series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
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Mainboard Specifications
Processor Support
- Intel® Core 2 Extreme, Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium and
Celeron in the LGA775 package
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.
com.tw/cpusupport.htm)
Supported FSB
- 1333/ 1066/ 800 MHz
Chipset
- North Bridge: Intel® P35/ G33 (optional)
- South Bridge: Intel® ICH9/ ICH9R (optional)
Memory Support
- 2 DDR2 DIMMs support DDR2 800/ 667 SDRAM (240pin/ non ECC/ 4GB Max)
- 2 DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 1066/ 800 SDRAM ( 240pin/ non ECC/ 4GB Max)
(For more information on compatible components, please visit http:/
/www.msi.com.tw/testreport.htm)
LAN
- Supports Giga LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek
RTL8111B
IEEE 1394(optional)
- Chip integrated by VIA VT6308
- Transfer rate is up to 400Mbps
Audio
- Controlled by Realtek ALC888
- Supports 7.1 channels audio out
- Compliant with Azalia Spec
IDE
- 1 IDE port controlled by Marvell 88SE6111
- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100/133, PIO & Bus Master operation
mode
SATA
- 4 SATA ports (SATA1~4) are controlled by ICH9
- 6 SATA ports (SATA1~6) are controlled by ICH9R
- SATA 7 is controlled by Marvell 88SE6111 (optional)
- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 300 MB/s
RAID
- SATA1~6 support RAID 0/ 1/ 0+1/ 5 or JBOD mode (for ICH9R
only, optional)
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Floppy
- 1 floppy port
- Supports 1 FDD with 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB
Connectors
Back panel
- 1 PS/2 mouse port
- 1 PS/2 keyboard port
- 1 Parallel port supporting SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 1 serial port (COM1)
- 1 VGA port (for G33 Neo Combo series only)
- 1 IEEE1394 port (optional)
- 4 USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 LAN jack
- 6 audio jacks
On-Board Pinheaders
- 4 USB 2.0 pinheaders
- 1 IEEE1394 pinheader (optional)
- 1 Chassis Intrusion Switch pinheader
- 1 Front Panel Audio pinheader
- 1 CD-In pinheader
- 1 SPDIF-out pinheader
Slots
- 1 PCI Express x 16 slot
- 3 PCI Express x 1 slots
- 2 PCI slots, support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface
Form Factor
- ATX (30.5 cm X 22.5 cm)
Mounting
- 6 mounting holes
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DIMM_A1DIMM_B1DIMM_A2DIMM_B
2
WR3
chip
PCI_E2
PCI_E3
PCI_E4
PCI_E1
Intel ICH9/
ICH9R (optional)
(optional)
(optional)
CPUFAN1
JCI1
Mainboard Layout
Top : mouse
Bottom:
keyboard
Top :
Parallel Port
Bottom:
COM portA
VGA port
(optional)
(optional)
Top:1394
Bottom: USB ports
Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB ports
T:
Line-In
M:
Line-Out
B:
Mic
T:RS-Out
M:CS-Out
B:SS-Out
JPW1
LAN
SYSFAN2
Intel
P35/ G33
IDE1
JP
Marvell
88SE6 111
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I/O
Chip
JBAT1
CD_IN1
Codec
JAUD1
PCI 1
PCI 2
JSPD1
BATT
+
VIA
FDD1
VT3608P
J1394_1
JUSB3
P35 Neo Combo/ G33 Neo Combo Series
(MS-7365 v1.X) ATX Mainboard
JUSB2
SATA7
JUSB1
JFP1JFP2
SYSFAN1
SATA2
SATA4
SATA6
SATA1
SATA3
SATA5
JUSB4
Packing Checklist
Getting Started
MSI motherboard
Power Cable
Back IO Shield
* The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the
product you purchased.
MSI Driver/Utility CD
SATA Cable
1394 Bracket (Optional)
Standard Cable
(Optional)
USB Bracket (Optional)
User’ s Guide
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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation,
be careful in holding the components and follow the
installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not
work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the
components.
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CPUFAN1
Quick Components Guide
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-10
PCI Express
slots, p.2-20
JBAT1,
p.2-19
CD_IN1,
p.2-14
PCI Slots,
p.2-20
SYSFAN2,
p.2-14
JPW1,
p.2-9
CPU, p.2-3
DDR3 DIMMs,
p.2-7
DDR2 DIMMs,
p.2-7
CPUFAN1,
p.2-14
IDE1, p.2-12
JPWR3, p.2-9
SYSFAN1,
p.2-14
SATA1~7,
p.2-13
JUSB1~4,
p.2-16
JFP1, p.2-18
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JSPD1, p.2-17
JAUD1, p.2-15
JFP2, p.2-18
J1394_1, p.2-17
JCI1, p.2-14
FDD1, p.2-12
Hardware Setup
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
This mainboard supports Intel® Core 2 Extreme, Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium
and Celeron processor in LGA 775 package. 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://www.msi.com.tw/testreport.htm
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 775 CPU
The pin-pad side of LGA 775
CPU.
Alignment Key Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
The surface of LGA 775 CPU.
Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for better heat
dispersion.
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.The CPU socket has a plastic cap
on it to protect the contact from
damage. Before you install the CPU,
always cover it to protect the socket
pin.
2.Remove the cap from lever hinge
side (as the arrow shows).
3.The pins of socket reveal.
4.Open the load lever.
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.
3. The availability of the CPU land side cover depends on your CPU packing.
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5.Lift the load lever up and open the
load plate.
7.Visually inspect if the CPU is
seated well into the socket. If not,
take out the CPU with pure vertical
motion and reinstall.
6.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
8.Cover the load plate onto the
package.
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9.Press down the load lever lightly
onto the load plate, and then secure the lever with the hook under
retention tab.
11.Press the four hooks down to fas-
ten the cooler. Then rotate the locking switch (refer to the correct direction marked on it) to lock the
hooks.
locking
switch
10. 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.
12.Turn over the mainboard to confirm that the clip-ends are correctly inserted.
Important
1. Read the CPU status in BIOS (Chapter 3).
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.
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Memory
These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.
Since DDR3 modules are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is
not backward compatible, you should always install DDR3 memory module in DDR3
slot (DIMM_A1 & DIMM_B1), and DDR2 memory module in DDR2 slot (DIMM_A2 &
DIMM_B2). Wrong installation may cause damage of mainboard. Meanwhile, you are
not able to boot up your system if you install DDR2 & DDR3 memory modules
simultaneously.
For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com.
tw/testreport.htm
DDR2
240-pin, 1.8V
64x2=128 pin56x2=112 pin
DIMM_A2 & DIMM_B2 are for DDR2 memory module
Dual-Channel: Channel A in GREEN; Channel B in ORANGE
DDR3
240-pin, 1.5V
72x2=144 pin 48x2=96 pin
DIMM_A1 & DIMM_B1 are for DDR3 memory module
Dual-Channel: Channel A in SKYBLUE; Channel B in PINK
Dual-Channel mode Population Rule
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. Please refer to the following illustrations for population rules under
Dual-Channel mode.
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
Dual channel mode
population rule for DDR3
Dual channel mode
population rule for DDR2
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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.
Important
You can barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted
in the DIMM slot.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.
Volt
Notch
Important
-In 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_A1 or DIMM_A2 first.
- Due to the chipset resource deployment, the system density will only be
detected up to 3+GB (not full 4GB) when each DIMM is installed with a 2GB
memory module.
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Power Supply
ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR3
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).
There is also a foolproof design on pin 11, 12, 23 & 24 to avoid
wrong installation.
Pin Definition
12
JPWR3
24
1
13
PIN SIGNAL
1 +3.3V
2 +3.3V
3 GND
4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 PWR OK
9 5VSB
10 +12V
11 +12V
12 +3.3V
PIN SIGNAL
13 +3.3V
14 -12V
15 GND
16 PS-ON#
17 GND
18 GND
19 GND
20 Res
21 +5V
22 +5V
23 +5V
24 GND
pin 13
pin 12
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1
This 12V power connector JPW1 is used to provide power to the CPU.
Pin Definition
3 4
1
JPW1
2
PIN SIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 12V
4 12V
Important
1. Maker sure that all the connectors are connected to proper ATX power supplies to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.
2. Power supply of 350 watts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.
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Back Panel
Mouse
Keyboard
Serial Port
Parallel Port
VGA Port
(optional)
(optional)
1394 Port
USB Ports
LAN
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
RS-Out
CS-Out
SS-Out
Mouse/Keyboard Connector
The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
Parallel Port Connector
A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP)
and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port (for G33 Neo Combo Series)
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
1394 Port (optional)
The IEEE1394 port on the back panel provides connection to IEEE1394 devices.
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
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LAN (RJ-45) Jack
The standard RJ-45 jack is for connection
Link IndicatorActivity Indicator
to single Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.
LED Color LED State condition
Off LAN link is not established.
Left Orange On (steady state) LAN link is established.
On (brighter & pulsing)The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.
Green Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Right On 100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Orange On 1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-In (Blue) - Line In, is used for external CD player, tapeplayer or other
audio devices.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
RS-Out (Black) - Rear-Surround Out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
CS-Out (Orange) - Center/ Subwoofer Out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
SS-Out (Gray) - Side-Surround Out 7.1 channel mode.
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Connectors
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB or 2.88MB floppy disk drive.
FDD1
IDE Connector: IDE1
This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.
IDE1
Important
If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the
drives separately to master / slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to IDE
device’s documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting
instructions.
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Serial ATA Connector: SATA1/ SATA2/ SATA3/ SATA4/ SATA5/
SATA6/ SATA7 (SATA5 & SATA6 are for ICH9R only, SATA7 is controlled by Marvell 88SE6111)
This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device.
SATA7
(optional)
SATA4
SATA2SATA6
SATA5
*SATA5 & SATA6 are for ICH9R only.
SATA3
SATA1
Important
Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.
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Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1, SYSFAN2
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.
GND
+12V
Control
SENSOR
CPUFAN1
SENSOR
+12V
GND
SYSFAN1
SENSOR
+12V
GND
SYSFAN2
Important
1.Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s official website
or consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
2. Fan cooler set with 3 or 4 pins power connector are both available for
CPUFAN1.
3.CPUFAN1 supports fan control. You can setup it in H/W Monitor of BIOS
Setup. You can install Dual Core Center utility that will automatically
control the CPU fan speed according to the actual CPU temperature.
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1
This connector connects to a 2-pin chassis switch. If the chassis is opened, the
switch will be short. 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.
2
GND
CINTRU
1
JCI1
CD-In Connector: CD_IN1
This connector is provided for external audio input.
CD_IN1
R
2-14
L
GND
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