Msi K9AGM2 user Manual

K9AGM2

MS-7327 (v1.X) Mainboard

G52-73271X6

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Copyright Notice

The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR
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.

Trademarks

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marks of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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AMI® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.

Revision History

Revision Revision History Date

V1.0 First release December 2006
V1.1 Add RAID appendix April 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 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-7327

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.................................................................................................1-4

Setup audio output to HDMI port.........................................................................1-6

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup..................................................................................2-1

Quick Components Guide....................................................................................2-2

CPU (Central Processing Unit)............................................................................2-2

CPU Installation Procedures for Socket AM2............................................2-4

Installing AMD Socket AM2 CPU Cooler Set...............................................2-5

Memory.................................................................................................................2-6

Memory Module Population Rules...............................................................2-6

Installing DDRII Modules...............................................................................2-7

Power Supply......................................................................................................2-8

ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: ATX1.........................................................2-8

ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1............................................................2-8

Back Panel....................................................................................................2-9

Connectors.........................................................................................................2-11

Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1...........................................................2-11

ATA133 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1........................................................2-11

Serial ATA II Connectors: SATA1~SATA4................................................2-12

Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1.......................................2-13

Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1..............................................2-13

CD-In Connector: JCD1.............................................................................2-13

Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1......................................................2-14

Front Panel Connectors: JFP1..................................................................2-14

Front USB Connectors: JUSB1, JUSB2 & JUSB3...................................2-15

TV-Out Connector: JTV1 (Optional)........................................................2-16

IEEE 1394 Connectors: J1394_1..............................................................2-17

SPDIF-Out / SPDIF-In Connector: SPDOUT1 / SPDIN1 (Optional)..........2-18

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JSPI Debugging Pin Header: JSPI1............................................................2-18

Jumpers..............................................................................................................2-18

Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1.....................................................................2-19

Slots....................................................................................................................2-20

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express Slots.......................2-20

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots......................................2-21

PCI Interrupt Request Routing...................................................................2-21

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

Advanced Chipset Features............................................................................3-10

Integrated Peripherals.......................................................................................3-12

Power Management Setup...............................................................................3-14

PNP/PCI Configurations.....................................................................................3-18

H/W Monitor........................................................................................................3-21

Load Optimized Defaults...................................................................................3-22

BIOS Setting Password.....................................................................................3-22

Appendix A Realtek ALC888 Audio....................................................................A-1

Installation for Windows 2000/XP......................................................................A-2

Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver................................................................A-2

Software Configuration......................................................................................A-4

Sound Effect................................................................................................A-5

Mixer.............................................................................................................A-8

Audio I/O.....................................................................................................A-12

Microphone................................................................................................A-16

3D Audio Demo...........................................................................................A-17

Information..................................................................................................A-18

Hardware Setup................................................................................................A-18

Appendix B ATi SATA RAID....................................................................................B-1

RAID Configuration..............................................................................................B-2

Installing the RAID Driver (for bootable RAID Array)........................................B-8

Installing the RAID Driver Under Windows (for Non-bootable RAID Array)....B-9

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Getting Started

Chapter 1

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the K9AGM2 Series (MS-7327
v1.X) Micro-ATX mainboard. The K9AGM2 Series
mainboards are based on AMD® 690G/690V & SB600
chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit
the advanced AMD® Athlon 64 X2/ Athlon 64
processor, the K9AGM2 Series deliver a high perfor­mance and professional desktop platform solution.

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Mainboard Specifications

Processor Support

- AMD® Athlon64 / Athlon64 X2 AM2 processors in SKT940 package

- Supports 4 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control

- Supports up to 5000+ and higter CPU
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.
com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php)

Supported FSB

- 1000 MHz

Chipset

- North Bridge: AMD® 690G/ 690V chipset

- South Bridge: SB600 chipset

Memory Support

- DDRII 800/667/533/400 DRAM (4GB Max)

- 2 DDRII DIMMs (240pin / 1.8V)
(For more information on compatible components, please visit http:/

/www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.
php)

LAN (Optional)

- Supports 10/100 Fast Ethernet by 8101E

- Supports 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by 8111B
1394 (Optional)

- Supports 2 IEEE1394 ports, transfer rate is up to 400Mbps

- Controlled by VIA VT6308 (optional)

Audio

- Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC888

- Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing

- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 spec

IDE

- 1 IDE port by SB600

- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100/133 mode

- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode

SATA

- Supports four SATA II devices by AMD® SB600

- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 300MB/s

RAID

- Supports RAID 0, 1 and 0+1 mode by AMD® SB600

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Floppy

- 1 floppy port

- Supports 1 FDD with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88Mbytes

Connectors

Back panel

- 1 PS/2 mouse port

- 1 PS/2 keyboard port

- 1 HDMI port (optional)

- 1 VGA port

- 1 parallel port supporting SPP/EPP/ECP mode

- 4 USB 2.0 Ports

- 1 LAN jack

- 6 flexible audio jacks

- 1 1394 port (optional)

On-Board Pinheaders

- 3 USB 2.0 pinheaders

- 1 1394 pinheader (optional)

- 1 TV-out pinheader (optional)

- 1 Audio pinheader

- 1 CD-in connector

- 1 SPDIF out connector (optional)

- 1 SPDIF in connector (optional)

- 4 Serial ATA ports

Slots

- 1 PCI Express x16 slot

- 2 PCI slots

- 1 PCI Express x 1 slot

Form Factor

- Micro-ATX (24.4cm X 21.5 cm)

Mounting

- 6 mounting holes

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IDE 1

F

DD

1

CPUFAN1

SYSFAN1

PCI _EX2

PCI _EX1

690G/690V

Mainboard Layout

Top : mouse
Bottom:
keyboard

Top :
Parallel Port

Bottom:
HDMI port
VGA port

Top:1394
Bottom: USB ports

Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB ports

T:

Line-In

M:

Line-Out

B:

Mic

RTL8111B

T:RS-Out
M:CS-Out
B:SS-Out

JPW1

JTV1

RTM870T-691

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ALC888

PCI1

JSPI1

SB600

PCI 2

JCD1

SPDOUT1

JUSB1JUSB2

JAUD1

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JUSB3

JBAT1

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JFP1

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Packing Checklist

Getting Started

MSI motherboard

Power Cable

User’ s Guide

MSI Driver/Utility CD

Standard Cable for

IDE Devices

SATA Cable

Back IO Shield

* The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the
product you purchased.

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Setup audio output to HDMI port

Install ATI HDMI Audio Driver

To install the ATI HDMI Audio driver follow
these steps

1. Insert the application CD into the CD­ROM drive. The setup screen will
automatically appear.

2. Click ATI HDMI Audio Driver.

3. Click Next to install the driver.

4. Restart the computer after the driver
installation procedure.

Setup Sounds and Audio Devices

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Go to: Start -> Control Panel -> Sounds
and Audio Devices

When the ATI HDMI Audio Driver is
correctly installed, there will be one
device for the Realtek HDA HDMI Out in
Sound playback under Sounds and Audio
Devices Properties. Select the item and
then click the OK button

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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Quick Components Guide

Back Panel
I/O, p.2-9

PCI Express
slots, p.2-20

PCI Slots,

p.2-21

JPW1, p.2-18

JTV1, p.2-16

SYSFAN1, p.2-13

CPU, p.2-3

DDRII DIMMs, p.2-6

CPUFAN1,

p.2-13

JCI1, p.2-13

FDD1, p.2-11

IDE1, p.2-11

ATX1, p.2-8

JSPI1, p.2-18

SATA1~4,

p.2-12

JBAT1, p.2-19

JLPC1, p.2-17
JFP1, p.2-14

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JUSB1~3,

p.2-15

J1394_1, p.2-17

SPDIN1, p.2-18

SPDOUT1, p.2-18

JCD1, p.2-13

JAUD1, p.2-14

Hardware Setup

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

The mainboard supports AMD® Athlon64 X2/ Athlon64 processors. The mainboard
uses a CPU socket called Socket AM2 (940-pin) for easy CPU installation. When you
are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heat sink and a cooling fan
attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not have the heat sink and
cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the
computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/program/
products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php

Important

1. Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.

2. Make sure that you apply an even layer of heat sink paste (or thermal tape)
between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.

3. 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.

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Gold arrow

Gold arrow

Gold arrow

Correct CPU placement

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CPU Installation Procedures for Socket AM2

1.Please turn off the power and
unplug the power cord before
installing the CPU.

2.Pull the lever sideways away
from the socket. Make sure to
raise the lever up to a 90-de­gree angle.

3.Look for the gold arrow of the
CPU. The gold arrow should
point as shown in the picture.
The CPU can only fit in the cor­rect orientation.

4.If the CPU is correctly installed,
the pins should be completely
embedded into the socket and
can not be seen. Please note
that any violation of the correct
installation procedures may
cause permanent damages to
your mainboard.

Sliding

Plate

Open Lever

90 degree

5. Press the CPU down firmly into
the socket and close the lever.
As the CPU is likely to move while
the lever is being closed, al­ways close the lever with your
fingers pressing tightly on top of
the CPU to make sure the CPU is
properly and completely embed­ded into the socket.

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Installing AMD Socket AM2 CPU Cooler Set

When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heat sink and a
cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not have the

heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before
turning on the computer.

Important

Mainboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration of the cooler
installation for Socket AM2 CPUs only. The appearance of your mainboard
may vary depending on the model you purchase.

1.Position the cooling set onto the re­tention mechanism.

Hook one end of the clip to hook
first.

3.Fasten down the lever.

* While disconnecting the Safety Hook from the fixed bolt, it is necessary to
keep an eye on your fingers, because once the Safety Hook is disconnected
from the fixed bolt, the fixed lever will spring back instantly.

2. Then press down the other end of
the clip to fasten the cooling set on
the top of the retention mechanism.
Locate the Fix Lever and lift up it .

Fixed Lever

4.Attach the CPU Fan cable to the CPU
fan connector on the mainboard.

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Memory

The mainboard provides four 240-pin non-ECC DDRII DIMMs and supports up to 4 GB
system memory.

For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/

program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php

DDRII

240-pin, 1.8V

64x2=128 pin56x2=112 pin

Dual-Channel Memory Population Rules

DIMM1
DIMM2

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Hardware Setup

Installing DDRII 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

-DDRII modules are not interchangeable with DDR and the DDRII standard is
not backwards compatible. You should always install DDRII memory mod­ules in the DDRII DIMMs and DDR memory modules in the DDR DIMMs.

-In dual-channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the
same type and density in differentchannel DDR DIMMs.

-To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules
into the DIMM1 first.

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Power Supply

ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: ATX1

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.

13 1

ATX1

24

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

12

11 +12V
12 +3.3V

Pin Definition

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.

JPW1

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JPW1 Pin Definition

PIN SIGNAL

2

1 GND
2 GND

13

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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Hardware Setup

Back Panel

RS-Out

L-In

Mouse

Keyboard

Parallel Port

HDMI

VGA

1394

USB Ports

PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Connector

The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.

Parallel Port
A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP)
and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

HDMI Port (optional)
The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio/video interface
capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all TV format, includ­ing standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a
single cable.

IEEE 1394 Port (optional)
The 1394 port on the back panel provides connection to 1394 devices.

LAN (RJ-45) Jack
The standard RJ-45 jack is for connection to single Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.

LAN

L-Out

Mic

CS-Out

SS-Out

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.

Link IndicatorActivity Indicator

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USB Connectors
The OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface) Universal Serial Bus root is for attaching
USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.

Audio Port Connectors
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.

Blue audio jack - Line In, is used for external CD player, tapeplayer or

other audio devices.

Green audio jack - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Pink audio jack - Mic In, is a connector for microphones.
Black audio jack - Rear-Surround Out in 4 / 5.1 / 7.1 channel mode.
Orange audio jack - Center/ Subwoofer Out in 5.1 / 7.1 channel mode.
Gray audio jack - Side-Surround Out in 7.1 channel mode.

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Connectors

Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1

This standard FDD connector supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy
disk types.

FDD1

ATA133 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1

The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/133
controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/
100/133 function. You can connect hard disk drives, CD-ROM and other
IDE devices.

The Ultra ATA133 interface boosts data transfer rates between the
computer and the hard drive up to 133 megabytes (MB) per second. The
new interface is one-third faster than earlier record-breaking Ultra ATA/
100 technology and is backwards compatible with the existing Ultra ATA
interface.

IDE1 (Primary IDE Connector)
IDE1 can connect a Master and a Slave drive. You must configure the
second hard drive to Slave mode by setting the jumper accordingly.

Important

If you install two hard disks on IDE cable, you must configure the second
drive to Slave mode by setting its jumper. Refer to the hard disk documenta­tion supplied by hard disk vendors for jumper setting instructions.

IDE1

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Serial ATA II Connectors: SATA1~SATA4

SATA1~SATA4 are high-speed SATAII interface ports. Each supports data rates of
300 MB/s and is fully compliant with Serial ATA specifications. Each Serial ATA con­nector can connect to 1 hard disk device.

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SATA2 SATA1

1

SATA4

SATA3

Serial ATA cable

PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL

1 GND 2 TXP
3 TXN 4 GND
5 RXN 6 RXP

7 GND

Pin Definition

Take out the dust cover
and connect to the hard
disk devices

Connect to SATA connector

Important

Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.

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