MSI K9AGM3-FIH User Manual

K9AGM3 Series

MS-7367 (v1.X) Mainboard

G52-73671X1

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Copyright Notice

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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

Revision Revision History Date

V1.0 First release for PCB 1.X May 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://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?

func=faqIndex

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-7367

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jumpers..............................................................................................................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

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

Integrated Peripherals........................................................................................3-11

Power Management Setup...............................................................................3-13

PNP/PCI Configurations.....................................................................................3-16

H/W Monitor........................................................................................................3-18

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

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

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

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

Setup audio outpur to HDMI................................................................................A-4

Software Configuration......................................................................................A-5

Hardware Setup................................................................................................A-20

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

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

Appendix C Using TV-Out function.....................................................................C-1

Installing the TV-Out Bracket..............................................................................C-2

Connecting S-Video/ RCA & HDTV Cables.......................................................C-3

Display Setup.......................................................................................................C-6

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Getting Started

Chapter 1

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the K9AGM3 Series (MS-7367
v1.X) Micro-ATX mainboard. The K9AGM3 Series
mainboards are based on ATi® 690G/ 690V & SB600
chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit
the advanced AMD® Athlon 64 X2/ Athlon 64
processor, the K9AGM3 Series deliver a high perfor­mance and professional desktop platform solution.

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Mainboard Specifications

Processor Support

- AMD® Athlon64 / Athlon64 X2 processors in AM2 package

- Supports 4 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.

com.tw/index.php?func=cpuform)

Supported FSB

- 400/ 533/ 800/ 1000 MHz HyperTransport

Chipset

- North Bridge: AMD® 690G/ 690V (optional) chipset

- South Bridge: SB600 chipset

Memory Support

- DDR2 800/667/533 DRAM (240pin/ 1.8V)

- 4 DDR2 DIMMs (8GB Max)
(For more information on compatible components, please visit http:/

/global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=testreport)

LAN

- Supports 10/100 Fast Ethernet by Realtek 8101E (optional)

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

- Transfer rate is up to 400Mbps

- Controlled by VIA VT6308P (optional)

Audio

- Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC888/ ALC883 (optional)

- 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

- 4 SATA ports by SB600

- Supports 4 SATA devices

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

Floppy

- 1 floppy port

- Supports 1 FDD with 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB

RAID

- SATA1~4 support RAID 0/ 1/ 0+1mode

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Connectors

Back panel

- 1 PS/2 mouse port

- 1 PS/2 keyboard port

- 1 HDMI port (optional for AMD® 690G)

- 1 VGA port

- 1 DVI-D port (optional for AMD® 690G)

- 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 Front Panel Audio pinheader

- 1 CD-in pinheader

- 1 SPDIF-out pinheader (optional)

- 1 COM port pinheader (optional)

- 1 Chassis Intrusion Switch pinheader

Slots

- 1 PCI Express x16 slot

- 1 PCI Express x 1 slot

- 2 PCI slots

Form Factor

- Micro-ATX (24.4cm X 23.0 cm)

Mounting

- 6 mounting holes

Getting Started

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IDE 1FDD

1

CPUFAN1

JUSB1

JUSB2

BATT

Mainboard Layout

Top : mouse
Bottom:
keyboard

JCOM1(optional)

HDMI Port

Top: VGA Port
Buttom: DVI Port(optional)

Top:1394 (optional)
Bottom: USB ports

LAN
Chip

JPW1

JTV1

(optional)

PCI _EX2

Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB ports

T:

Line-In

M:

Line-Out

B:

Mic

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

RS690G/RS690V

I/O

JCI1

DIMM1

DIMM3

DIMM2

DIMM4

ATX1

1-4

1394
Chip

Audio
codec

PCI _EX16

PCI1

PCI 2

JAUD1

JCD1

SPDOUT1

JBAT1

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K9AGM3 Series (MS-7367 v1.X)

Micro- ATX Mainboard

SB600

SYSFAN

JFP1JUSB3

SATA4 SATA1

SATA3 SATA2

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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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

JCOM1,

p.2-18

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

CPUFAN1, p.2-13

CPU, p.2-3

JBAT1, p.2-19

DDR2 DIMMs, p.2-6

JUSB1~3,

p.2-15

JCI1, p.2-13

FDD1, p.2-11

IDE1, p.2-11

ATX1, p.2-8

SYSFAN,

p.2-13

SATA1~4,

p.2-12

JFP1, p.2-14

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J1394_1, p.2-17

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 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://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?
func=cpuform

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.

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Open the lever

Gold arrow

Gold arrow

Gold arrow

Correct CPU

O

Incorrect CPU

the lever

CPU Installation Procedures for Socket AM2

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

Sliding

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 on the
CPU. The gold arrow should point
as shown in the picture. The CPU
can only fit in the correct
orientation.Lower the CPU down
onto the socket.

the plate

90 degree

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.

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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Press down
the CPU

placement

placement

Close

Hardware Setup

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

1. Read the CPU status in BIOS (Chapter 3).

2. 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.

1.Position the cooling set onto the re­tention mechanism.

Hook one end of the clip to hook
first.

3.Fasten down the lever.

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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2

3

Installed

Memory

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

DDR2

240-pin, 1.8V

64x2=128 pin56x2=112 pin

Dual-Channel Memory Population Rules

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.

DIMM1
DIMM3

DIMM2
DIMM4

DIMM1
DIMM3
DIMM2

DIMM4

DIMM1
DIMM3
DIMM2
DIMM4

Empty

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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

-DDR2 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR and the DDR2

standard is not backwards compatible. You should always install DDR2
memory modules in the DDR2 DIMM slots.

-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 DIMM1 first.

- Due to the chipset resource deployment, the system density will only be

detected up to 7+GB (not full 8GB) when each DIMM is installed with a 2GB
memory module.

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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 power connector JPW1 is used to provide power to the CPU.

JPW1

4

Pin Definition

2
13

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

VGA

(optional)

1394

Hardware Setup

Line-In

LAN

RS-Out

Keyboard

HDMI

(optional)

DVI-D

(optional)

Line-Out

USB Ports

Mic

CS-Out

SS-Out

Mouse/Keyboard

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

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.

VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.

DVI-D Port (optional)
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface-Digital) connector allows you to connect a LCD
monitor. It provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and
its display device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug your monitor cable into the
DVI connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected
to your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information.)

IEEE 1394 Port (optional)
The 1394 port on the back panel provides connection to 1394 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
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for con­nection to the Local Area Network (LAN).

Link IndicatorActivity Indicator

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.

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.

On (brighter & pulsing)The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.

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

This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can con­nect to one Serial ATA device.

SATA1SATA2

SATA4SATA3

Important

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

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Hardware Setup

Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN

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

SENS OR

Control

GND SENSOR

+12V

CPUFAN1

SYSFAN

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 Dual Core Center utility
that will automatically control the CPU fan speed according to the actual
CPU temperature.

3. Fan/heatsink with 3 or 4 pins are both available for CPUFAN1.

Chassis Intrusion Switch 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.

2

GND

CINTRU

1

JCI1

CD-In Connector: JCD1

This connector is provided for external audio input..

R

L

GND

JCD1

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Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1

This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with
Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

2
1

10

9

JAUD1

Pin Definition

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 AUD_MIC Front panel microphone input signal
2 AUD_GND Ground used by analog audio circuits
3 AUD_MIC_BIAS Microphone power
4 AUD_VCC Filtered +5V used by analog audio circuits
5 AUD_FPOUT_R Right channel audio signal to front panel
6 AUD_RET_R Right channel audio signal return from front panel
7 HP_ON Reserved for future use to control headphone amplifier
8 KEY No pin
9 AUD_FPOUT_L Left channel audio signal to front panel
10 AUD_RET_L Left channel audio signal return from front panel

Front Panel Connectors: JFP1

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.

Power

Power

LED

Switch

Reset
Switch

10

9

JFP1

2
1

HDD
LED

2-14

Pin Definition

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 HD_LED + Hard disk LED pull-up
2 FP PWR/SLP MSG LED pull-up
3 HD_LED - Hard disk active LED
4 FP PWR/SLP MSG LED pull-up
5 RST_SW - Reset Switch low reference pull-down to GND
6 PWR_SW + Power Switch high reference pull-up
7 RST_SW + Reset Switch high reference pull-up
8 PWR_SW - Power Switch low reference pull-down to GND
9 RSVD_DNU Reserved. Do not use.

Hardware Setup

Front USB Connector: JUSB1 / JUSB2 / JUSB3

This connector, 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

PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL

JUSB1/2/3

2
1

10

9

1 VCC 2 VCC
3 USB0- 4 USB1­5 USB0+ 6 USB1+
7 GND 8 GND
9 Key (no pin) 10 USBOC

USB 2.0 Bracket

(Optional)

Important

Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid
possible damage.

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