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Installing the Motherboard

Chapter 2

Installing the Motherboard

Safety Precautions

Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard

Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid dam-

age from static electricity

Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely

grounded object before working on the motherboard

Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in

Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards

Choosing a Computer Case

There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the Micro-ATX system case. First, some features on the
motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indica-
tors and switches on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the
features required. Secondly, this motherboard supports two enhanced IDE drives.
Make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that you intend
to install.

Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.

This motherboard carries a Micro-ATX form factor of 225 x 170 mm. Choose a case
that accommodates this form factor.

Installing the Motherboard in a Case

Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.

Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.

Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.

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Page 1: ...ested 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...

Page 2: ...adian Interference causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilieur du Canada AbouttheManual The manual consist...

Page 3: ...umpers 8 Checking Jumper Settings 9 Jumper Settings 9 InstallingHardware 10 Installing Memory Modules 10 Expansion Slots 14 Connecting Optional Devices 16 Installing a Hard Disk Drive CD ROM SATA Hard...

Page 4: ...rd 39 User Password 40 Save Exit Setup 40 Exit Without Saving 40 Updating the BIOS 41 Chapter 4 43 43 43 43 43 UsingtheMotherboardSoftware 43 About the Software CD ROM 43 Auto installing underWindowsV...

Page 5: ...y of 4 GB One PCI Express x16 slot intended for Graphics Interface is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen1 version 1 0a The ICH7 Southbridge supports one PCI slot which is PCI v2 3 compliant In add...

Page 6: ...DR2 SDRAM Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs Maximum memory size up to 4 GB Memory 945GC NB Supports 32 bit host bus addressing 2 GB s point to point Direct Media Interface DMI to ICH7 1 Gb s each dire...

Page 7: ...l set of I O ports and connectors The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds This motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system featur...

Page 8: ...4 IntroducingtheMotherboard Motherboard Components...

Page 9: ...anel USB headers 6 USBPWR_F Front panel USB power select jumper 7 SATA1 3 Serial ATA connectors 8 F_PANEL Front panel switch LED header 9 CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper 10 SPDIFO SPDIF out header 11 CD_IN...

Page 10: ...6 IntroducingtheMotherboard Memo...

Page 11: ...ase Make sure that your case supports all the features required Secondly this motherboard supports two enhanced IDE drives Make sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that y...

Page 12: ...han one pin are numbered When setting the jumpers ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins The illustrations show a 2 pin jumper When the jumper cap is placed on both pins the jumper...

Page 13: ...2 Power Select Jumper 3 pin USBPWR_R 1 2 VCC5 2 3 VCC5_DUAL Front Panel USB Power Select Jumper USBPWR_R CLR_CMOS 1 1 USBPWR_F 1 To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS we recommend users...

Page 14: ...nstallation Procedure Refer to the following to install the memory modules 1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR2 SDRAM 2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down 3 Align the memory mo...

Page 15: ...amxel RML1520M38D6F 667 Samsung PC2 5300U 555 12 D3 Sync MAX 04400WB01 R050008A 512 MB Transcend JetRam J12Q3AB 6 AU01GE667C5KBGC AM4B5708GQJS7E0631F Apacer 78 01G9O 9K5 Corsair VS1GB667D2 Hexon HYNT7...

Page 16: ...KBGC 78 01GAO 9K5 Apacer 78 01GA0 9L5 APOGEE AU1G082 800P000 Geil Geil Millenary Hexon ELPT7AUDR 25M48 Hynix HYMP112U64CP8 S6 AB 04701G16CZ5U2G Infinity 04701G16CY5U2A KingMax KLDD48F B8KU5 NGES Kings...

Page 17: ...800D2N5 2G Kingston KVR800D2N6 2G SP KingMax KLDE88F B8KU5 NHES MT16HTF25664AY 800E1 Micron MT16HTF25664AY 800E1 Nanya NT2GT64U8HD0BY AD AL8E8F73C 8E1 PSC AL8E8G73F 8E1 Qimonda HYS64T256020EU 25F C2 M...

Page 18: ...n for the card carefully If the card is not Plug and Play you may have to manually configure the card before installation This motherboard is equipped with one standard PCI slot PCI stands for Periphe...

Page 19: ...r of the add on card into the expansion slot Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot 3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw 2 The onboard PCI int...

Page 20: ...SENCE 5 PORT2R 6 SENSE1_RETURN 7 SENSE_SEND 8 KEY Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name 9 PORT2L 10 SENSE2_RETURN SATA1 3 Serial ATA connectors These connectors are use to support the new Serial ATA devices...

Page 21: ...l multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector 2 5VA 5V analog Power 3 Key No pin 4 GND Ground Pin Signal Name Function 1 SPDIF SPDIF digital output 1 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power 2 US...

Page 22: ...O port connector IDE IDE Connector This motherboard supports three high data transfer SATA ports with each runs up to 3 0 Gb s To get better system performance we recommend users connect the CD ROM to...

Page 23: ...nstallation This motherboard supports the Hot Plug function 1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard 2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive 3 Attach the SATA power ca...

Page 24: ...r monitor to the VGA port USB Ports Use the USB ports to connect USB devices LAN Port Connect an RJ 45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network Use the three audio ports to connect...

Page 25: ...ctor to ATX12V 2 Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL 3 Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX 4 Connect the case speaker cable to SPK The ATX 24 pin connector allow...

Page 26: ...and the ATX12V match perfectly 4 pin power cable Connecting 4 pin power cable The ATX12V1 power connector is used to provide power to the CPU 1 Users please note that the fan connector supports the C...

Page 27: ...23 InstallingtheMotherboard SPK Internal speaker Pin Signal Name 1 VCC 2 Key 3 NC 4 Signal...

Page 28: ...E interface The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI hard drive activity LED connector Power Sleep Message waiting LED Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual color front...

Page 29: ...ures The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs Before using the Setup Utility ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options This chapter provides explanations for...

Page 30: ...er Management Setup PCI PnP Setup PC Health Status Frequency Voltage Control Load Default Settings Supervisor Password User Password Save Exit Setup Exit Without Saving f f mnlk Resetting the Default...

Page 31: ...ome options lead to pop up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for infor mation Some options marked with a tr...

Page 32: ...re s website for updated manual Primary IDE Master Not Detected Primary IDE Slave Not Detected SATA1 Not Detected SATA2 Not Detected SATA3 Not Detected f f Primary IDE Master f Your computer has one I...

Page 33: ...DMA capability allows user to improve the transfer speed and data integrity for compatible IDE devices S M A R T Auto The S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology system is a diagno...

Page 34: ...gement TM Status Enabled TM1 These items display CPU s temperature and enable you to set a safe temperature to Prescott CPU Intel XD Bit Disabled Hyper Threading Technology Enabled Quick Power on Self...

Page 35: ...at start up time The devices showed here will be different depending on the exact devices installed on your motherboard Boot Other Device Yes Press Esc to return to the main menu setting page When ena...

Page 36: ...g is auto and we recommend users leave the setting unchanged Modify it at will may cause the system to be unstable DVMT Mode Select DVMT Mode When set to Fixed Mode the graphics driver will reserve a...

Page 37: ...N function Serial Port1 Address 3F8 IRQ4 Use this item to enable or disable the onboard COM1 2 serial port and to assign a port address Parallel Port Address 378 Use this item to enable or disable the...

Page 38: ...ower On by Ring Disabled The system can be turned off with a software command If you enable this item thesystem can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the Modem Youmust use an ATX po...

Page 39: ...ary boot devices PCI PnP Setup This page sets up some parameters for devices installed on the PCI bus and those utilizing the system plug and play capability CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1985 2005 A...

Page 40: ...Copyright C 1985 2005 American Megatrends Inc Smart Fan Function Help Item High Limit Temperature 050 Second Limit Temperature 035 Third Limit Temperature 025 Lowest Limit Temperature 020 High Limit P...

Page 41: ...s such as System CPU temperature CPU DIMM voltage CPU system fan speed etc Fan Speed CPU Temperature CPU Vcore VDIMM Press Esc to return to the main menu setting page Case Open Warning Disabled This i...

Page 42: ...spread spectrum it can significantly reduce the EMI Electro Magnetic Interference generated by the system CPU Over clocking Func Disabled This item decides the CPU over clocking function frequencyins...

Page 43: ...nge a password CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1985 2005 American Megatrends Inc Supervisor Password Install or Change the password Help Item Supervisor Password Disabled Change Supervisor Password Pre...

Page 44: ...r Password This page helps you install or change a password Install or Change the password Help Item CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1985 2005 American Megatrends Inc User Password Press Esc to return...

Page 45: ...ity and new BIOS file from the manufacturer s Web site Copy these files to the bootable device 5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your com puter You might need to run the Setup...

Page 46: ...42 Using BIOS Memo...

Page 47: ...find a brief description of each software program and the location for your motherboard version More information on some programs is available in a README file located in the same directory as the so...

Page 48: ...ems such as Windows Vista Always go to the correct folder for the kind of OS you are using In install the software execute a file named SETUP EXE or INSTALL EXE by double clicking the file and then fo...

Page 49: ...tion screen appears 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items 1 Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence Follow the onscreen instructions confirm commands and al...

Page 50: ...ll the next driver until you finish all drivers installation Method 2 Disable UAC User Account Control For administrator account only Standard user account can only use Method 1 Disable Vista UAC func...

Page 51: ...47 UsingtheMotherboardSoftware 2 Select Classic View 3 Set User Account 4 Select Turn User Account Control on or off and press Continue...

Page 52: ...operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file README TXT or README DOC for information on installing the driver or software for your oper ating system Utility Software Reference All the...

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