FN25
Socket 939
AMD
TM
Athlon 64 Processor
Based DDR Main Board
User's Manual
Shuttle® FN25
Socket 939
AMD AthlonTM 64 Processor
Based DDR Mainboard
Copyright
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performance or use of this product.
This company makes no representations or warranties regarding the contents of this manual.
Information in this manual has been carefully checked for reliability; however, no guarantee is
given as to the correctness of the contents. In the interest of continued product improvement,
this company reserves the right to revise the manual or include changes in the specifications
of the product described within it at any time without notice and without obligation to notify any
person of such revision or changes. The information contained in this manual is provided for
general use by the customers.
Trademarks
Shuttle is a registered trademark of Shuttle Inc.
AMD Athlon
TM
64 is registered trademarks of AMD Corporation.
nVIDIA is a registered trademark of nVIDIA Corporation.
PS/2 is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation.
AWARD is a registered trademark of Award Software Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
General Notice: Other brand and product names used herein are for identification purposes
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Statement of Shuttle Mainboard via the EMI Test
Shuttle mainboards have been via the EMI test in terms of series of regulations: EN55022/
CISPR22/AS/NZS3548 Class B, EN55024 (1998/AS/NZS), EN4252.1 (1994), EN61000, ANSI
C63.4 (1992), CFR47 Part 15 Subpart B, and CNS13438 (1997). The items tested are illustrated as follows:
(A) Voltage: AC 110V/60HZ & AC 230V/50HZ
(B) Tested Product Information:
Product Name: PC Mainboard
Status: Sample
Model Name: FN25
S/N: N/A
CPU:
External Frequency: 200 MHz
AMD Athlon
TM
64 : 2800+, 3200+, 3400+, 3800+, 4000+
Serial Port: one port with 9 pins
Clear CMOS button: one port
Keyboard Port: one port with 6 pins
Mouse Port: one port with 6 pins
USB 2.0 Port: six ports with 4 pins respectively
1394 Port: two port with 6 pins respectively
LAN Port: one port with 8 pins (10Mbps/100Mbps/1000Mbps)
Mic-In & Line-In & Earphone Ports: one port for each
Center/Bass-Out Port: one port
Surround-Out Port: one port
Surround-Back Port: one port
Front-Out Port: one port
SPDIF-Out (Coaxial) Port: one port
SPDIF-Out (Optical) Port: one port
SPDIF-In (Optical) Port: one port
DIMM Memory (optional): DDR400 256 MB *2
Power Cable: Detachable and Shielded (with a GND pin)
Monitor: CRT
Maximum Resolution: 1280 X 1024 V:60Hz
All CPUs have completely been tested, and values offered by the worst EMI combination of
CPU external frequency are listed as follows:
Test Mode External Frequency CPU CPU Open/Close
1 200MHz AMD Athlon
TM
64 4000+ Close
2 200MHz AMD Athlon
TM
64 4000+ Open
(C) Remedy for the Tested Product & Its EMI Interference:
Remedy: N/A
EMI Interference:
Crystal : 32.768 KHz(X8)/ 25 MHz(X7)/ 22.5 MHz(X9)/ 24.576 MHz(X10)/ 24.576 MHz(X6)
(D) Supported Host Peripherals:
Host Peripheral Product Name Model Name
# 1 Case FN25
# 2 Power Supply PC43I3503
# 3 Serial ATA Seagate ST3120026AS
# 4 Shuttle Card Reader A010
# 5 SONY DVD Player CDK1016
(E) Notices for Assembling Computers:
1. Cases should be made of iron or other metal that has good electric conductivity.
2. Cylinders in a case should be made of metal, and as having a mainboard mounted
in a case, make sure screws are all utilized and fastened on a mainboard.
3. An I/O shielding should be contacted with I/O metallic parts of a mainboard.
4. Cables should appropriately be arranged and fixed in a case. Follow instructions:
Ø Leave IDE cables not crossed upon CPU and SDRAM;
Ø Leave power cables minimum in length, and not crossed upon a mainboard;
Ø Leave CPU fan cables minimum in length, and not near CPU;
Ø Leave cables on panels and other spare cables tied in a computer case.
5. Make sure an EMI shielding attached to a case has properly been installed.
6. Make sure a 5.25" or 3.5" FDD and screws are fastened to an EMI shielding.
7. Make sure a case is closely in contact with EMI connected points.
8. Make sure there is no cleft in a case which is not deformed.
9. Make sure a PCI or AGP door is bound to a case.
10. Make sure cables of other devices (fans or some others) are fixed in a case.
Important Safety Information
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Please read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Please keep this User‘s Manual for later reference.
3. Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. Don‘t use liquid
or sprayed detergent for cleaning.
4. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment
and shall be easily accessible.
5. Please keep this equipment from humidity.
6. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when install. A drop or fall could cause injury.
7. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, it may damage the
equipment.
8. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence Protect the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
9. Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the equipment to the
power outlet.
10. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord. The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage
and current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The voltage and current
rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the
product.
11. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
12. If the equipment is not use for long time, disconnect the equipment from mains to avoid
being damaged by transient over-voltage.
13. Never pour any liquid into ventilation openings, this could cause fire or electrical shock.
14. CAUTION: The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock circuit.
There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture.
Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
15. THE COMPUTER IS PROVIDED WITH CD DRIVES COMPLY WITH APPROPRIATE SAFETY STANDARDS INCLUDING IEC 60825.
CAUTION : RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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WHAT'S IN THE MANUAL.................................................................... 5
Quick Reference ............................................................................................... 5
About This Manual ........................................................................................... 5
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................ 6
1.1 TO DIFFERENT USERS ............................................................................. 6
FIRST-TIME DIY SYSTEM BUILDER............................................................ 6
EXPERIENCED DIY USER ........................................................................ 6
SYSTEM INTEGRATOR............................................................................... 6
1.2 ITEM CHECKLIST....................................................................................... 7
2 FEATURES ........................................................................................ 8
2.1 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................... 8
3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION.......................................................... 11
3.1 STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION................................................................11
Accessories of FN25.............................................................................11
STEP 1 Install the CPU.......................................................................... 12
STEP 2 Set Jumper............................................................................... 13
STEP 3 Install DDR SDRAM System Memory........................................ 13
STEP 4 Install Peripherals in System Case............................................ 14
STEP 5 Mount the Mainboard on the Computer Chassis........................ 15
STEP 6 Connect Front Panel Header (JP12) & Front Panel AUDIO/ USB/
1394 Connector (JP6/JP16) ................................................................. 16
STEP 7 Connect IDE, Floppy and Serial ATA Drives .............................. 17
STEP 8 Connect Other Internal Peripherals............................................ 18
STEP 9 Install Add-on Cards in Expansion Slots .................................... 20
STEP 10 Connect the Power Supply Connectors................................... 20
STEP 11 Connect External Peripherals to Back Panel ........................... 21
STEP 12 First Time System Boot Up ..................................................... 22
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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STEP 13 Install Drivers & Software Components ................................... 23
3.2 JUMPER SETTINGS ................................................................................. 24
JUMPERS & CONNECTORS GUIDE.................................................... 25
Jumper
Clear CMOS Setting (JP17) ................................................................. 27
COM Port .............................................................................................. 28
Clear CMOS Button............................................................................... 28
PS/2 Keyboard & PS/2 Mouse Ports ..................................................... 28
Giga LAN Port....................................................................................... 28
1394 Port .............................................................................................. 29
USB Ports ............................................................................................. 29
SPDIF-OUT Coaxial Port....................................................................... 29
SPDIF-OUT Optical Port........................................................................ 29
SPDIF-IN Optical Port............................................................................ 29
7.1 Channel Surround-Out port............................................................... 30
7.1 Channel Bass/Center port................................................................ 30
7.1 Channel Front-Out port..................................................................... 30
7.1 Channel Surround-Back port ............................................................ 30
Line-In port ............................................................................................ 30
Front-Panel Connectors
Power On/Off Switch Connector (PWON)............................................... 31
HDD LED Connector (HLED) ................................................................ 31
Power LED Connector (PWR_LED) ...................................................... 32
Hardware Reset Connector (RST) ......................................................... 32
Front Panel AUDIO/ USB/ 1394 Connector (JP6/JP16).......................... 33
Internal Peripherals Connectors
Enhanced IDE, Floppy Connectors ........................................................ 34
Serial ATA Connectors........................................................................... 34
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Other Connectors
Power Connectors (8-pin ATX3, 6-pin CN5)........................................... 35
Fan Connectors (FAN1/2/3/4) ................................................................ 36
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Connector (JP2).................................... 36
LINE-IN Connector (CN8) (Blue)............................................................. 37
CD-IN Connector (CN7) (Black) ............................................................. 37
Mini CD-IN Connector (CN6) (White) ..................................................... 37
USB Header (USB3) ............................................................................. 38
Parallel Port Header-EXT. Print Port (J1) ............................................... 38
IrDA Header (JP5) ................................................................................. 39
Audio Setting (JP21) ............................................................................. 39
3.3 SYSTEM MEMORY CONFIGURATION ..................................................... 40
INSTALL MEMORY................................................................................ 40
UPGRADE MEMORY............................................................................ 40
4 SOFTWARE UTILITY ...................................................................... 41
4.1 Mainboard CD Overview ......................................................................... 41
4.2 Install Mainboard Software ...................................................................... 42
4.2.A Install DirectX9 Utility ............................................................................ 43
4.2.B Install nVIDIA Chipset Driver ................................................................ 43
4.2.C Install VIA Audio Driver ......................................................................... 44
4.2.D Install nVIDIA USB 2.0 Driver................................................................ 44
4.3 View the User's Manual............................................................................ 45
5 BIOS SETUP ................................................................................... 46
5.1 ENTER BIOS ............................................................................................. 46
5.2 THE MAIN MENU ...................................................................................... 47
STANDARD CMOS FEATURES ............................................................... 49
ADVANCED BIOS FEATURES................................................................. 52
ADVANCED CHIPSET FEATURES .......................................................... 56
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INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS .................................................................. 59
POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP.............................................................. 62
PNP/PCI CONFIGURATION....................................................................... 65
PC HEALTH STATUS................................................................................ 67
RATIO/VOLTAGE CONTROL..................................................................... 69
LOAD FAIL-SAFE DEFAULTS .................................................................. 70
LOAD OPTIMIZED DEFAULTS ................................................................. 70
SET SUPERVISOR/USER PASSWORD................................................... 70
SAVE & EXIT SETUP................................................................................ 71
EXIT WITHOUT SAVING ............................................................................ 71
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Quick Reference
Hardware Installation >> Step-by-Step ................................................ Page 11
Jumper Settings >> A Closer Look.......................................................Page 24
Drivers/Software Utilities >> How to Install .........................................Page 41
BIOS Setup >> How to Configure.........................................................Page 46
About This Manual
For First-Time DIY System Builder.........................................................Page 6
For Experienced DIY User ......................................................................Page 6
For System Integrator .............................................................................Page 6
WHAT'S IN THE MANUAL
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1.1 To Different Users
First-Time DIY System Builder
Welcome to the DIY world! Building your own computer system is not as difficult as you may think. To make your first computer DIY experience successful,
right from the start, we have designed the 3.1 Hardware Installation section
in a step-by-step fashion for all the first-time DIY system builders. Prior to installation, we also suggest you to read the whole manual carefully to gain a complete understanding of your new Shuttle FN25 mainboard.
Experienced DIY User
Congratulate on your purchase of the Shuttle FN25 mainboard. You will find
that installing your new Shuttle FN25 mainboard is just easy. Bundled with an
array of onboard functions, the highly-integrated FN25 mainboard provides
you with a total solution to build the most stable and reliable system. Refer to
sections 3.2 Jumper Settings and Chapter 4 Drivers/Software Utilities to
find out how to get the best out of your new mainboard. Chapter 5 BIOS
Setup also contains the relevant information on how to tune up your system to
achieve higher performance.
System Integrator
You have wisely chosen Shuttle FN25 to construct your system. Shuttle FN25
incorporates all the state-of-the-art technology of the nVIDIA nForce 4 Chip for
AMD TM Athlon64 939 CPU. It integrates the most advanced functions you can
find to date in a compact Shuttle Form Factor board.
1 INTRODUCTION
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1.2 Item Checklist
Check all items with you FN25 mainboard to make sure nothing is missing.
The complete package should include:
- One piece of Shuttle FN25 Mainboard
- One piece of ATA133/100/66/33 Ribbon Cable
- One piece of Floppy Ribbon Cable
- One piece of Serial ATA Cable
- FN25 User's Manual
- nVIDIA RAID User's Guide
- One piece of Bundled CD-ROM with containing:
Ø FN25 user's manual saved in PDF format
Ø nVIDIA RAID User's Guide saved in PDF format
Ø Install DirectX9 Utility
Ø Install nVIDIA Chipset Driver
Ø Install VIA Audio Driver
Ø Install nVIDIA USB 2.0 Driver
Ø Award Flashing Utility
SERIAL
ATA
VSO
111
CN5
ATX3
USB3
FAN4
FAN1
346
560
4
SEPC
346
560
4
SEPC
FLP1
SATA4 SATA2
JP6
JP16
J1
1
CN1
SW1
KB1
USB1/LAN1
OPT1 USB2
AUDIO1
SATA3 SATA1
JP2
1
1
1
1
3
4
6
5
6
0
4
S
E
P
C
346
560
4
SEPC
346
560
4
SEPC
FAN2
JP12
1
1
DIMM1
DIMM2
JP5 IR
CN6
1
CN7
CN8
1
1
IDE1
1
1
FAN3
1
BAT1
JP17
1
J21
MC
VT617A
0406CD TAIWAN
2HA3008641
1
1
ADD1
ADD2
1
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FN25 mainboard is carefully designed for the demanding PC user who wants high performance and maximum intelligent features in a compact package.
2.1 Specifications
- CPU Support
AMD TM Athlon64 with 200MHz x 5 FSB colock on 939 pins SMT Socket.
- Chipset
nVIDIA nForce 4 Chip for AMD TM Athlon64 939 CPU.
Gigabit ETHERNET Controller
Marvell 88E1111, support 10/100 /1000 Mbps operation rate.
Supports Wake-on-Lan (WOL) function.
Onboard 1394
VIA VT6307, support 400Mb/s, 200Mb/s, or100Mb/s data transfer rate.
Compliants with 1394 OHCI specification revision V1.0 and V1.1 and
provides two fully compliant ports.
Onboard SATA
Support 4 Serial-ATA connectors. SATA interface supports data transfer rates
up to 1.5 Gb/s (150 MB/s) per port.
- Jumperless CPU Configuration
Soft-configuration FSB (The FSB speed is software configurable from 100MHz
to 200MHz in the Advenced Chipset Features of BIOS setup program.)
- H/W Audio Envy24 (7.1 Channel)
Envy24 include 96 KHz SPDIF-IN/OUT function, 8 channel of DCA support
16/20 24 -bit PCM format for 7.1 audio solution. Support Hi Sample Rate mode
from 7, 8 ch.
- Versatile Memory Support
2 x 184-bit DDR SDRAM at 166/200 Dual channel DDR SDRAM support up
to 2 GB.
- PCI Express Interface
Support PCI Express X1 Card. Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of
500 MB/s in each direction simultaneously.
- PCI Express Graphics (PEG) Interface
The nForce 4 has X16 PCI Express port, provided for the Graphics Attach,
2 FEATURES
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this port can also be use in X1.
- USB 1.1/2.0 Compliant Interface Onboard
Support USB 2.0/1.1 compliant. Single USB 2.0 EHCI and single USB 1.1 OHCI
controller support up to USB ports.
- I/O Interface
Provides a variety of I/O interfaces:
Ø 1 x COM Port.
Ø 1 x Clear CMOS Button.
Ø 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port.
Ø 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port.
Ø 1 x Giga LAN Port.
Ø 4 x USB 1.1/2.0 Ports.
Ø 1 x 1394 Port.
Ø 1 x SPDIF-OUT Coaxial Port.
Ø 1 x SPDIF-OUT Optical Port.
Ø 1 x 7.1 Channel Center/Bass Port.
Ø 1 x 7.1 Channel Surround-Out Port.
Ø 1 x SPDIF-IN Optical Port.
Ø 1 x 7.1 Channel Front-Out Port.
Ø 1 x 7.1 Channel Surround-Back Port.
Ø 1 x Line-In Port.
- PCI Bus Master IDE Controller Onboard
One Ultra DMA 133 Bus Master Dual-channel IDE ports provide support to a
maximum of two IDE devices. The IDE Bus implements data transfer speeds of
up to 133/100/66/33 MB/sec and also supports Enhanced PIO Modes.
80-pin Cable Backward Compatible Legacy ATAPI Devices, ATAPI IDE CDROM, CD-R, CD-RW, and LS-120 Supports.
- Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
Features four power saving modes : S1 (Snoop), S3 (Suspend to RAM), S4 (Suspend to DISK), and S5 (Soft-Off). ACPI provides more efficient Energy Saving
Features controlled by your operating system that supports OS Direct Power
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Management (OSPM) functionality.
- System BIOS
Provides licensed Award BIOS V6.0 PG on 4Mb Flash core and supports Green
PC, Desktop Management Interface (DMI).
- Form Factor
System board conforms to Small form factor ATX specification.
Board dimension : 280mm X 205mm.
- Advanced Features
Ø Low EMI - Built in spread spectrum to reduce EMI.
Ø Dual Function Power Button - The system can be in one of two states,
one is Suspend mode and the other is Soft-Off mode. Pushing the power
button for less than 4 seconds places the system into Suspend mode.
When the power button is pressed for longer than 4 seconds, the system
enters Soft-Off mode.
Ø Modem Ring Power-On - The system can be powered on automatically
by the activation of modem ringing.
- Intelligent Features
Ø Voltage Monitoring -
Monitors various voltages of key elements, such as the CPU, and other critical system voltage levels to ensure stable current passing through mainboard
components.
Ø Fan Status Monitoring -
To prevent CPU from overheating, the CPU fan is monitored for RPM and
failure. (CPU Cooling FAN with RPM sensor is required.)
Ø Temperature Monitoring -
This item allows users to make sure whether the CPU or system runs in a
suitable temperature.
Ø CPU Fan AutoGuardian -
This SMART Bios enabled multi-phase Variable Fan Speed and CPU temperature Control feature.
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Before removing or installing any of these devices including CPU, DIMMs,
Add-On Cards, Cables, please make sure to unplug the onboard power
connector.
This section outlines how to install and configure your mainboard. Refer to the following
mainboard layout to help you to identify various jumpers, connectors, slots, and ports.
Then follow these steps designed to guide you through a quick and correct installation of
your system.
3.1 Step-by-Step Installation
3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Accessories Of FN25
111
CN5
ATX3
USB3
FAN4
FAN1
3
4
6
5
6
0
4
S
E
P
C
346
560
4
SEPC
FLP1
S
A
T
A
4
SATA2
JP6
JP16
J1
1
CN1
SW1
KB1
USB1/LAN1
OPT1
USB2
AUDIO1
SATA3
SATA
1
JP2
1
1
1
1
3
4
6
5
6
0
4
S
E
P
C
346
560
4
SEPC
346
560
4
SEPC
FAN2
JP12
1
1
DIMM1
DIMM2
JP5 IR
CN6
1
CN7
CN8
1
1
IDE1
1
1
FAN3
1
BAT1
JP17
1
J21
VT617A
0406CD TAIWAN
2HA3008641
1
1
ADD1
ADD2
1
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse s
Port
COM Port & Clear CMOS Button
Center/Bass/ Surround-Out/
SPDIF-IN Optical/ Front-Out/
Surround-Back/ Line-In Ports
Giga LAN & USB 2.0 s Port
1394 & USB 2.0 Ports
System Power Connector- ATX3
Line-IN- CN8
FAN Connector- FAN4
EXT. Print Port
- JP5
Four Serial ATA
Connectors
One PCI Express x1 Slot
FAN Connector
- FAN1
System Power
Connector- CN5
FAN Connector- FAN2
Front Panel Connector- JP6
Front Panel Connector- JP16
Front Panel Connector
- JP12
Socket 939
TWO 184-pin DDR
SDRAM DIMM Sockets
One Floppy Connector
One IDE Connector
Envy24 Audio Chip
SPDIF-OUT Coaxial/Optical Ports
CD-IN- CN7
Mini CD-IN- CN6
IR Header- JP5
VT6307 CHIP
NVIDIA nForce 4
Chipset
USB Header- USB3
One PCI
Express x16 Slot
Wireless KB/MS Header- JP2
88E1111 Chip
Clear CMOS- JP17
ITE 8712F Chip
Audio Setting- JP21
FAN Connector
- FAN3
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Step 1
Install the CPU:
1. Locate the CPU ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) socket on the upper-right sector of
your mainboard (between the back-panel connectors and the DIMM memory
slots).
2. Pull the CPU ZIF socket lever slightly sideways away from the socket to
unlock the lever, and then bring it to an upwardly vertical position.
3. Place your AMD AthlonTM 64 processor in the socket 939 CPU. Note that
the CPU's edges have been purposely designed non-symmetrically to prevent from in serting the processor in the wrong direction. The following diagram demon strates the correct placement of the CPU in the ZIF socket. You
can see that the Triangle Mark.
4. Slightly push the AMD AthlonTM 64 processor into the socket without apply-
ing exces sive force while making sure there is no gap between CPU and
socket. Then lower the socket-lever all the way down to its horizontal position and lock it to secure the CPU in place.
5. The AMD AthlonTM 64 processor requires a set of heatsink/fan to ensure
proper cooling of the processor. If heatsink/fan have not been already
mounted on your CPU, you must purchase the heatsink/fan sepa-rately and
have it installed. Plug the cable throught the heatsink/fan in the CPU fan
power connector located nearby. Note that there are several types of CPU
fan connectors. Normally, if your mainboard supports the hardware monitoring function, a 3-pin fan power connector should allow your system to
detect the CPU fan's speed. The CPU fan can also run with a 2-pin fan
power connector, however, detection of CPU fan's speed is not supported.
Another type of CPU fan may feature a large 4-pin fan power connector,
which does not support CPU fan's speed detection and must be directly
connected to the system's power supply unit. Please refer to the following
diagram.
Lever
A Triangle Mark
Lever
AMD CPU
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Step 2
Set Jumper
This mainboard is jumperless! The default jumper settings have been set for the
common usage standard of this mainboard. Therefore, you do not need to reset
the jumpers unless you require special adjustments as any of the following cases:
1. Clear CMOS
For first-time DIY system builders, we recommend that you do not change the
default jumper settings if you are not totally familiar with the mainboard configuration procedures. The factory-set default settings are tuned for optimum
system performance. For the advanced users who wish to customize their system, section 3.2 Jumper Settings will provide detailed information on how to
configure your mainboard manually.
Step 3
Install DDR SDRAM System Memory
To install memory, insert DDR SDRAM memory module(s) in DIMM slot(s).
Note that DDR SDRAM modules are directional and will not go in the DIMM
slots unless properly oriented. After the module is fully inserted into the DIMM
slots, lift the clips of both sides of the DIMM slot to lock the module in place.
Do not remove memory modules while DIMM LED is on. It might cause short
or other unexpected damages due to the 2.6V stand by voltage. Remove memory
modules only when AC Power cord is disconnected.
DDR SDRAM DIMM Power LED
DIMM
Power
LED
(Green)
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Step 4
Install Internal Peripherals in System Case
Before you install and connect the mainboard into your system case, we
recommend that you first assemble all the internal peripheral devices into the
computer housing, including but not limited to the hard disk drive (IDE/
HDD), floppy disk drive (FDD), CD-ROM drive, and ATX power supply unit.
This will greatly facilitate in making the connections to the mainboard described below.
To install IDE & FDD drives, follow this procedure:
1. Set the required jumpers on each device according to the instructions
provided by the manufacturer. (IDE devices, HDD, and CD-ROM, have to
set jumpers to Master or Slave mode depending on whether you install
more than one device of each kind.)
2. Connect IDE cable and FDD cable on the back-panel of the internal
peripheral devices to the corresponding headers on board. Note that the
cable should be oriented with its colored stripe (usually red or magenta)
connected to pin#1 both on the mainboard IDE or FDD connector and on
the device as well.
3. Connect an available power cable from your system power supply unit
to the back-panel of each peripheral device. Note that the power cable is
directional and cannot fit in if not properly positioned.
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Note : In most computer housings, you will be able to find 4 or more
attachment points to install mounting studs and then fix the mainboard. If there aren't enough matching holes, then make sure to
install at least 4 mounting studs to ensure proper attachment of
the mainboard.
Step 5
Mount the Mainboard on the Computer Chassis
1. You may find that there are a lot of different mounting hole positions both on
your computer chassis and on the mainboard. To choose correct mounting
holes, the key point is to keep the back-panel of the mainboard in a close fit
with your system case, as shown below.
2. After deciding on the proper mounting holes, position the studs between the
frame of the chassis and the mainboard.
The studs are used to fix the mainboard and to keep a certain distance between the system chassis and the mainboard, in order to avoid any electrical
shorts between the board and the metal frame of the chassis. (If your computer case is already equipped with mounting studs, you will need to tighten
screws to attach the mainboard.)
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Step 6
Connect Front Panel Header (JP12)
You can find there are several different cables already existing in the system
case and originatinting from the computer's front-panel devices (HDD LED,
Power LED,or Reset Switch devices etc.) These cables serve to connect the
front-panel switches and LEDs connectors to the mainboard's front-panel connectors group, as shown below.
1. ATX Soft Power On/Off (PWON)
2. HDD LED (HLED)
3. Power LED (PWR_LED)
4. Hardware Reset Switch Button (RST)
Connect Front Panel AUDIO/ USB/
1394 Connector(JP6/JP16)
You can find there are several different
cables already existing in the system case
and originatinting from the computer's
front-panel devices (AUDIO, USB, 1394a
devices etc.). These cables serve to
connect the AUDIO, USB, 1394a,
connectors to the mainboard's front panel
connectors group, as shown below.
1
JP6
1
JP16
1
JP12
- +
RST
HLED
PWR_LED
PWON
2
1
3
4
+
1
JP12
Front Panel
PWON
PWR_
L
E
D
RST
HLED
- +
- +
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Step 7
Connect IDE, Floppy and Serial ATA Drives
1. IDE cable connector
2. Floppy cable connector
3. Serial ATA connectors
IDE1
1
1
FLP1
S
A
T
A
3
S
A
T
A
1
S
A
T
A
4
S
A
T
A
2
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Step 8
Connect Other Internal Peripherals
1. Wireless KB/MS Header (JP2)
2. Line-IN Header (CN8)
CD-IN Header (CN7)
Mini CD-IN Header (CN6)
3. USB Header (USB3)
1
USB3
JP2
Wireless KB/MS
1
Line-IN
1
CN8
CD-IN
CN7
1
Mini CD-IN
CN6
1
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