Zotac M880G-ITX User Manual

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of 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 instructions
contained in this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio and television 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 following measures:

- REORIENT OR RELOCATE THE RECEIVING ANTENNA

- INCREASE THE SEPARATION BETWEEN THE EQUIPMENT AND THE RECEIVER

- CONNECT THE EQUIPMENT INTO AN OUTLET ON A CIRCUIT DIFFERENT FROM
THAT OF THE RECEIVER

- CONSULT THE DEALER OR AN EXPERIENCED AUDIO/TELEVISION TECHNICIAN

NOTE:

Connecting this device to peripheral devices that do not comply with Class B requirements, or
using an unshielded peripheral data cable, could also result in harmful interference to radio or
television reception.

The user is cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

To ensure that the use of this product does not contribute to interference, it is necessary to use
shielded I/O cables.

Copyright

This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied or
reproduced by any means.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, no responsibility for
errors or omissions is assumed. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the
use of the information contained herein.

Trademarks

All brand names, logos and registered trademarks mentioned are property of their respective
owners.

CAUTION:

Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be recycled

where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local environmental
regulations.

Electronic Emission Notices

WARNING!

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Table of Contents

Motherboard Specications ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Motherboard Layout------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
Hardware Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9

Safety Instructions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Preparing the motherboard ------------------------------------------------------------------ 9

Installing Memory Modules ------------------------------------------------------------- 10

Installing the motherboard ------------------------------------------------------------------- 11

Installing the I/O Shield ------------------------------------------------------------------ 11
Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis ---------------------------------------- 11

Connecting Cables and Setting Switches ------------------------------------------------ 12

24-pin ATX Power ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
4-pin ATX 12V Power --------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
COM Header ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
USB Header ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
FP Audio Header -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Front Panel Header ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Speaker Header --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Connecting Serial ATA Cables --------------------------------------------------------- 16
Fan Connectors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
SPDIF-Out Connector -------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Expansion Slots ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Jumper Settings --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18

Conguring the BIOS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19

Enter BIOS Setup ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19
Main Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
X-Setting Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Advanced Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20

CPU Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 20
SATA Conguration ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
USB Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 21
Power Conguration ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 21

Security -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
PCIPnP -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22

Chipset Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23

Display Conguration--------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
OnBoard Device Conguration -------------------------------------------------------- 23

PC Health Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23

CPUFAN Mode Setting ------------------------------------------------------------------ 24

Boot Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24

Boot Settings Conguration------------------------------------------------------------- 24

Exit Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25

Save Changes and Exit ------------------------------------------------------------------ 25

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Discard Changes and Exit -------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Discard Changes -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Load Optimal Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Load Failsafe Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 25

Flash Update Procedure -------------------------------------------------------------------- 26

Installing Drivers and Software -------------------------------------------------------------- 27

Drivers Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Realtek HD Audio Driver Setup ----------------------------------------------------------- 34
Getting Started ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34
Sound Effect -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34
Mixer------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 36
Audio I/O------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38
Microphone --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42
3D Audio Demo ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43
Information --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43

SATA RAID User Manual ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 44

Setting up the BIOS --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 44
Entering the RAID BIOS Setup ------------------------------------------------------------- 45
Creating a RAID set --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 45
Deleting a RAID set --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 46
Installing the RAID Drives -------------------------------------------------------------------- 47

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Motherboard Specications

q Chipset

v AMD® RS880M/SB820M

q Size

v Mini ITX form factor of 6.7 inch x 6.7 inch

q Microprocessor support

v AMD® Turion II Neo Dual-Core Mobile K625

q Operating systems:

v Supports Windows XP 32 bit/64 bit, Windows Vista 32 bit/64 bit and Windows 7

32bit/64bit

q System Memory support

v Supports Dual Channel DDR3 800, maximum memory size: 8 GB

q USB 2.0 Ports

v Supports hot plug and play

v Six USB 2.0 ports (four on the back panel, two via the USB brackets connected

to the internal USB header) (optional)

v Supports wake-up from S1/S3

v Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate

q USB 3.0 Ports (Optional)

v Supports hot plug and play

v Two USB 3.0 ports on the back panel

q Onboard Serial ATA III

v Independent DMA operation on six ports (optional)

v Data transfer rates of 600 Mb/s

q Onboard LAN

v Supports IEEE 802.3

v Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet

q Onboard Audio

v Azalia High-Denition audio

v Supports 6-channel/8-channel audio (optional)

v Supports Jack-Sensing function

q PCI Express Support

v Supports PCI Express 2.0

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v Low power consumption and power management features

q Green Function

v Supports ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Interface)

v Suspend to DRAM supported (STR)

v RTC timer to power-on the system

v AC power failure recovery

q Onboard Graphics Support

v Integrates HD 4200 series graphics chipset

v Supports DirectX10.1 & Shader Model 4.1

v HDMI and DVI-I port output support

q Expansion Slots

v One PCI Express x1 slot

v One Mini PCI Express slot

Motherboard Specications

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Motherboard Layout

Figure 1. Board Layout

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CPU

1. CPU fan connector

2. 24-pin ATX power connector

3. Clear CMOS jumper

4. SYS fan connector

5. Front pannel header

6. Speaker header

7. COM header

8. USB headers

9. SATA connectors

10. Southbridge

11. MINI PCI Express slot

12. PCI Express x1 slot

13. SPIDF connector

14. Front pannel audio header

15. Backpanel connectors

16. 4-pin ATX_12V power connector

17. Northbridge

18. CPU

19. DDR3 slots

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1. USB 2.0 Ports 2. Optical SPDIF Output

3. HDMI Port 4. USB 3.0 Ports (Optional)

5. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel

Blue Line-In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic In Mic In Center/Subwoofer

Figure 2: Backpanel connectors

Rear Panel

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9. WiFi antenna connectors (Optional)

This motherboard can support two WiFi antenna modules. Refer to the following to install

the WiFi antenna modules.

Step 1. Secure the MINI PCIe card into the MINI_PCIE1 slot with screws.

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MINI PCIe card

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Activity LED

Status Descritption

Off No link

Orange Linked

Blinking Data activity

6. LAN port LED indicators
Speed LED

Status Description

Off Speed: 10 Mbps

Green Speed: 100 Mbps

Orange Speed: 1000 Mbps

Speed LED Activity LED

7. DVI-I Port 8. PS/2 Keyboard Port

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Step 4. Remove the red caps from the WiFi antenna connectors.

Install the WiFi antennas to the WiFi antenna connectors, and make sure the screws

are rotated in clockwise direction.

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Note: 1. Users please note that the appearance of your WiFi antenna modules may

not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual.

2. Users can install one or two WiFi antennas to the motherboard.

3. Users can bend or rotate the WiFi antennas to the best receiving direction

according to the picture below.

Step 2. Secure the bracket to the motherboard with screws according to the picture below.

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Step 3. Connect the WiFi wires to the MINI PCIe card as the following picture shows.

MINI PCIe card

Bracket

WiFi wires

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Hardware Installation

This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics
covered in this section are:

q Preparing the motherboard

v Installing Memory Modules

q Installing the motherboard

v Installing the I/O shield

v Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis

q Connecting cables and setting switches

Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precations.

Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main
source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis.

Preparing the Motherboard

The motherboard shipped in the box does not contain a CPU and memory. You need

to purchase these to complete this installation.

Hardware Installation

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Installing Memory Modules

This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin
DDR3 800. The total memory capacity is 8 GB. You must install at least one module
in any of the two slots. Refer to the following recommendations to install the memory
modules.

Note that a memory module has a notch, so it can only t in one direction. Refer to the following

procedure to install memory modules into the slots on the motherboard.

1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward.

2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the DIMM

slot. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the
connector.

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Hardware Installation

Installing the Motherboard

The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis

you are using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an

empty chassis. Determine if it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this
step or to secure the motherboard and then make all the connections. It is normally

easier to secure the motherboard rst.

Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure the motherboard into
the chassis.

Note: Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the
chassis covers to lock into place and for the expansion cards. Also
make sure the CPU Fan assembly is aligned with the vents on the
covers.

Installing the I/O Shield

The motherboard kit comes with an I/O shield that is used to block radio frequency
transmissions, protects internal components from dust and foreign objects, and

promotes correct airow within the chassis.

Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of the chassis.

Press the I/O shield into place and make sure it ts securely. If the I/O shield does not
t into the chassis, you would need to obtain the proper size from the chassis supplier.

Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis

Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the
motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are
studs that do not align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended
that you remove that stud to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. In most cases, it
is recommended to secure the motherboard with spacers.

1. Carefully place the motherboard onto the studs/spacers located inside the

chassis.

2. Align the mounting holes with the studs/spacers.

3. Align the connectors to the I/O shield.

4. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan

assembly instruction.

5. Secure the motherboard with screws.

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Connecting Cables and Setting Switches

This section takes you through all the connectors and switch settings necessary on
the motherboard. This will include:
q Power Connectors
v 24-pin ATX Power Connector

v 4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector
q Internal Headers/Connectors
v COM Header
v USB Header
v Front Pannel Audio Header
v Front Panel Header
v Speaker Header
v SPDIF-Out Header
q Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors
q Fan Connectors
q Expansion Slots
q Jumper Settings

See Figure 1 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following
procedure.

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Hardware Installation

PWR1-Pin Denition

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 GND 15 GND

4 +5V 16 PS_ON

5 GND 17 GND

6 +5V 18 GND

7 GND 19 GND

8 PWROK 20 -5V

9 +5V_AUX 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 GND

24-pin ATX Power Connector

PWR1 is the main power supply connector. Make sure that the power supply cable
and pins are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the
power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is secure.

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4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector

PW2, the 4-pin ATX 12V power connector, is used

to provide power to the CPU. Align the pins to the

connector and press rmly until seated.

PWR2-Pin Denition

Pin Signal

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

COM1

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COM1 - Pin Denition

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 DCD 2 RXD

3 TXD 4 DTR

5 GND 6 DSR

7 RTS 8 CTS

9 RI 10 NC

COM Header

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USB Header

This motherboard contains four USB 2.0 ports and two USB 3.0 ports that are exposed
on the rear panel of the chassis (Figure 2). The motherboard also contains one 10-pin

internal header onboard.

Note. Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of your chassis (not all
chassis are equipped with the front panel option).

FP_USB1-Pin Denition

PIN Assignment PIN Assignment

1 VCC 2 VCC

3 USBP0- 4 USBP1-

5 USBP0+ 6 USBP1+

7 GND 8 GND

9 KEY 10 NC

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FP Audio Header

The audio connector supports HD audio
standard and provides two kinds of audio
output choices: the Front Audio, the Rear
Audio. The front Audio supports re-tasking
function.

Note:

In order to utilize the front audio

header, your chassis must have front

audio connector. Also please make

sure the pin assignment on the cable

is the same as the pin assignment on

the mainboard header. To find out if

the chassis you are buying supports a

front audio connector, please contract

your dealer.

FP_AUDIO1-Pin Denition

PIN Assignment PIN Assignment

1 MIC2(L) 2 GND

3 MIC(R) 4 -ACZ-DET

5 Front Audio(R) 6 Reserved

7 FAVDIO-JD 8 Key(No pin)

9 Front Audio(L) 10 Reserved

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