Table of Contents
1. Introduction....................................................................... 4
Overview...............................................................................................4
Icons..................................................................................................... 5
Hardware Specifications/Features....................................................6
Software Specifications......................................................................8
Technical Support............................................................................... 8
Returning Merchandise for Service................................................. 9
2. Board Installation.............................................................. 11
Unpacking............................................................................................ 11
Installation........................................................................................... 11
Quick Reference for Jumpers.............................................................13
Map of Motherboard Jumpers.......................................................... 14
Setting Jumpers................................................................................... 16
Server Management Connector (External SMI)..............................18
Chassis Intrusion Alarm Connector................................................. 18
Audio Connectors.............................................................................. 19
Clear CMOS & Reset Password........................................................19
Soft Power Connector.........................................................................20
Hardware Reset Switch Connector Installation..............................20
CMOS RTC...........................................................................................20
Flash EEPROM.................................................................................... 20
Mounting the Motherboard in the Chassis.................................... 21
Installing Memory............................................................................... 21
Cache Memory.....................................................................................24
Installing the CPU and Cooling Fan.................................................25
Connecting IDE and Floppy Drives................................................. 33
Connecting the Power Supply...........................................................35
Installing Add-on Cards.....................................................................36
Connecting PS/2, USB, Serial & Parallel Drivers............................ 37
Intel Ethernet Setup and Use............................................................ 38
Creative Labs Sound Drivers Installation Note..............................51
Frequently Asked Questions............................................................ 51
3. BIOS Configuration........................................................... 5 5
Main Setup...........................................................................................56
Advanced CMOS Setup.................................................................... 61
Chipset Setup...................................................................................... 66
Power Management Setup.................................................................72
