Mini-iTX MX965Q Intel® 65nm Core™ 2 Duo/ Pentium® Dual core/ Pentium® 4/ Pentium® D/ Celeron 440 w/ 1066/800/533MHz FSB User’s Manual Rev 1.
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Manual Objectives This manual describes in detail the BCM MX965Q mainboard. We strongly recommend that you study this manual carefully before attempting to interface with MX965Q or change the standard configurations. Whilst all the necessary information is available in this manual we would recommend that unless you are confident, you contact your supplier for guidance. Please be aware that it is possible to create configurations within the CMOS RAM that make booting impossible.
Contents Chapter 1: System Setup............................................................................................................................11 1.1 Welcome! ......................................................................................................................................11 1.2 Packing Contents..........................................................................................................................11 1.3 Special Features ................................
1.12 The Expansion Slots .....................................................................................................................34 1.12.1 Installation of expansion card .......................................................................................................34 1.12.2 Setup an expansion card ..............................................................................................................34 1.12.3 PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express Slot ............
Mainboard Specifications Model MX965Q Processor Intel® 65nm LGA 775 processors. Supports 65nm Intel® Core™ 2 Duo/ Pentium® Dual Core/ Pentium® 4/ Pentium® D/ Celeron 440 w/ 1066/800/533MHz FSB North Bridge Intel® Q965 Memory DDR2 800/667/533 SDRAM * Supports DDR2 533MHz (PC2-4200), DDR2 667MHz (PC2-5300), DDR2 800MHz (PC2-6400) memory modules up to 4GB max. (2GB max/ DIMM slot) * Two DDR2 DIMM slots (240-pin/ 1.
Back I/O Panel PS/2 Keyboard Mouse 1 x DIN 6 Stack up Connector VGA 1 x DB 15 Connector Serial 2 x DB 9 Connector LAN and USB 1 x Stack up RJ45 and USB Connectors (2 USB ports) USB 1 x Stack up USB Connectors (2 USB ports) Audio 1 x 3 jacks Audio Connector Power & Connector 1 x Std. 24 pin ATX Connector 1 x 4 pin ATX 12 Connector Form Factor Mini-iTX 6.69” x 6.
Chapter 1: System Setup This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another line of BCM long life motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. If any of the below items is damaged of missing, please contact your vendor. 1.
1.3 1.3.1 Special Features Product Highlights Intel® CoreTM 2 Processor Ready This mainboard supports the Intel® Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processors in the LGA775 package. With the new Intel® CoreTM2 micorarchitecture technology and 1066/800 MHz FSB, Intel® CoreTM2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world.
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Support By combining the onboard TPM 1.2 with TPM security software (provided by the third party), it will enhance the security level of the system. • PRECAUTION: When TPM is enabled and utilized through TPM software, there is possibility that the encrypted data will not be accessible, or recoverable if one of the following situations occurred: 1. Lost of TPM password. 2. System or board failure, or being replaced. 3. Hard Drive failure.
1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
1.5 Mainboard Overview Before you install the mainboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the mainboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage mainboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the mainboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This mainboard supports Intel® 65nm Core™ 2 Duo (E6x00 Series), Pentium® 4 (6x1 series), Pentium® D (9xx Series), Celeron D 352, Celeron 440 in LGA775 package (with 1066/800/533MHz FSB only). When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the system.
1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard 2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you have installed the CPU. 3.
4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100° angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B). 5. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket. The socket alignment key should fit into the CPU notch. 6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you purchase a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified multi-directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPUFAN1. Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug in this connector.
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan. To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the mainboard.
4. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.
1.7 1.7.1 System Memory Overview The mainboard comes with two 240-pin DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. You may use 533MHz (PC2-4200), 667MHz (PC2-5300), or 800MHz (PC2-6400); Non-ECC, Un-buffered 1.8V DDR2 memory modules on this board (2GB maximum for each slot). • Some old-version DDR2-800/667 DIMMs may not match Intel®’s On-Die-Termination (ODT) requirement and will automatically downgrade to run at DDR2-533. If this happens, contact your memory vendor to check the ODT value.
1.7.3 Installing DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMS or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the mainboard and the components. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 1.
3. DDR2 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR and is DDR2 standard is not backward compatible. You shall always install DDR2 memory modules in the DDR2 memory slots. 4. To enable the system boot-up successfully, always inset the memory module into the DMM_A1 slot first. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
1.8 Power Supply 1.8.1 ATX Power Connectors: EATXPWR1 (20-pin), ATX12V1 (4-pin) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors are completely fit. 1. For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400W. 2.
1.9 Back Panel Name 1 2 KBMS1 DUALCOM1 Function Description PS/2 mouse The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is for connector a PS/2 mouse. COM port This 9-pin port is for a COM port device. connector 3 USB2 USB 2.0 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector ports are available for connecting USB2.0 devices. 4 LAN_USB2 LAN (RJ-45) This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local connector Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
5 6 AUDIO1 AUDIO1 Line-in port This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or (Light blue) other audio sources. Line-out port This port connects a headphone or a speaker. (Lime) In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 7 AUDIO1 Microphone This port connects a microphone. port (Pink) 8 LAN_USB2 USB 2.0 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
1.10 Connectors/ Headers 1.10.1 Serial ATA Connectors: SATA1, SATA2 Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission. 1.10.2 Fan Power Connectors: CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V.
1.10.3 Front Panel Audio Connector: AAFP1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio. 1.10.4 Amplifier Connector: JAMP1 1.10.5 Front USB Connector: USB1 This connector is compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide, which is ideal for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDD, USB digital cameras, USB MP3 players, USB printers, etc. Be sure the pins of VCC and GND is connected to the connector correctly.
1.10.6 Front Panel Connectors: F_PANEL1 These connectors are for electrical connections to the front panel switches and LEDs. 1.10.7 COM1/COM2 +12V/+5V Power Select: JCOMPWR5 1.10.8 COM1/ COM2 Power Enable/Disable: JCOMPWR6 1.10.9 The Headers: JSPI1, JLPC1, JSIDE1 These headers are reserved for factory use only.
1.11 Jumpers 1.11,1 Clear CMOS Jumper: CLRTC1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of system configuration. For normal state (default), the jumper is set on pin location 1 and 2. To clear the CMOS, set the jumper to pin location 2 and 3 for at least 30 seconds while the system is off. 1. You can clear CMOS by shorting pin 2-3 for at least 30 seconds (while the system is OFF), then place the jumper back to pin 1-2 for normal operation. 2.
1.12 The Expansion Slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the expansion slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage mainrboard components. 1.12.1 Installation of expansion card To install an expansion Card: 1.
1.12.3.1 PCI-E x 16 Slot: PCIEX1 This slot supports PCI-E x16 graphic cards only. 1. When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure the system power is OFF. 2. After the card is installed on the system, make the adjustments under system BIOS if necessary, then install the card driver provided by the card vendor under system OS. 3. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the card driver support “Share IRQ” or the PCI cards do not need IRQ assignments.
Chapter 2: Starting Up the System 2.1 Sarting Up Your System 1. After all connections are made, close your computer case cover. 2. Be sure all the switches are off, and check that the power supply input voltage is set to the local voltage, usually in-put voltage is 220V∼240V or 110V∼120V depending on your country’s voltage used. 3. Connect the power supply cord into the power supply located on the back of your system case according to your system user’s manual. 4.
7. Power off your computer: You must first exit or shut down your operating system before switch off the power switch. For ATX power supply, you can press ATX power switching after exiting or shutting down your operating system. If you use Windows Operating Systems, click “Start” button, click “Shut down” and then click “Shut down the computer” The power supply should turn off after windows shut down.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Warnining: When flashing the BIOS, please be sure to make the following adjustments on the system: 1. After the BIOS is flashed; shut down the system. 4. Remove all power connections from power supply to the motherboard. 5. Clear the CMOS (For at least 30 seconds). 6. Reconnect all power connections from power supply to the motherboard. 7.
3.2 Entering BIOS Setup Menu Power on the computer and by pressing immediately allows you to enter BIOS Setup Menu. If you are not able to enter the BIOS menu but you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system to try again by turning it OFF then ON or pressing the “RESET” button on the system case. You may also restart by simultaneously pressing , and keys. The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance.
3.4 The Main Menu • Standard CMOS Features Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date, etc. • Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to setup the items of AMI® special enhanced features. • Advanced Chipset Features Use this menu to change the values in the chipset registers and optimize your system’s performance. • Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals. • Security Chip Configuration Use this menu to setup the TPM related functions.
• PnP/PCI Configurations This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI. • PC Health Status This entry shows your PC health status. • Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to setup frequency related features. • Load Setup Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. • Set Supervisor Password Use this menu to set the Supervisor password for BIOS.
3.5 Standard CMOS Features The items in standard CMOS Features Menu include some basic setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the or keys to select the value you want in each item. • Date The date format is . Day Month Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. The month from Jan. through Dec. Date The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. Year The year depends on the year of the BIOS.
Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<–> to select Manual, None, Auto type. Note that the specifications of your drive must match with the drive table. information for this category. The hard disk will not work properly if you enter improper If your hard disk drive type is not matched or listed, you can use Manual to define your own drive type manually. If you select Manual, related information is asked to be entered to the following items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard.
3.6 Advanced BIOS Features • Virus Warning Allow you to enabled or disabled boot sector overwrite protection • Quick Power On Self Test Select Enabled to reduce the amount of test ran during power-on self-test (POST). • First/Second/Third Boot Device Selects order for boot devices • Boot Other Device If enabled, the BIOS will check for unlisted boot devices after it has failed to boot from the three listed boot devices. • Boot Up NumLock Status Controls the state of the NumLock key when the system boots.
• Gate A20 Option Refers to the way the system addresses memory above 1 MB (extended memory). When set to Fast, the system chipset controls Gate A20. When set to Normal, a pin in the keyboard controller controls Gate A20. Setting Gate A20 to Fast improves system speed, particularly with OS/2 and Windows. • Typematic Rate Setting When Enabled, you can select a typematic rate and typematic delay.
3.7 Advanced Chipset Features • System BIOS Cacheable This option allow you to Enable or Disable the system BIOS to be cache to DRAM. • PEG/Onchip VGA Control Select between Onchip VGA or PCIe graphics card. • On-Chip Frame Buffer Size This item allows you to set the on-chip frame buffer size. Available choice: 1M, 8M.
3.8 Integrated Peripherals • OnChip IDE Device Setup the mode for the on board storage device. • Onboard Device This option provides the access to control the onboard LAN, audio codec, and audio amplifier. • SuperIO Device This option provides the control for power-related settings, and serial ports settings. • Onboard Lan Boot ROM Enable/Disable the onboard LAN Boot ROM . • Watch Dog Timer Select Select the time for watch dog timer. • USB Device Setting This option provides USB related settings.
3.9 Security Chip Configuration • TPM Support This option provides TPM related settings.
3.10 Power Management Setup • ACPI Function This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Function. If your operating system is ACPI-aware, such as Windows 2000/XP, select [Enabled]. • ACPI Suspend Type This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your operating system supports ACPI, such as Windows 2000/ XP, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1(POS) or S3 (STR) fashion through the setting of this field.
3.11 PC Health Status • CPU FAN Profile Mode [Silent Mode] Under this mode the initial target temperature is 60 degrees, temperature tolerance is 1 degree and the initial FAN speed is set to run at 40% of its full speed. [Optimal Mode] Under this mode the initial target temperature is 50 degrees, temperature tolerance is 1 degree and the initial FAN speed is set to run at 53% of its full speed.
3.12 Frequency/voltage Control • CPU Clock Ratio Unlock This feature provides the option to enable/disable the CPU clock ratio lock. Once it is enabled, user may change the CPU clock ratio under the “CPU Clock Ratio” manually. It is strongly recommended to keep this option as “disabled”, which will use the default settings provided by the CPU manufacturer. • Spread Spectrum This option let user enable/disable the spread spectrum for EMI consideration.
3.13 Load Setup Defaults This option allows user to restore all of the BIOS settings to the default Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. . • For most of the system applications, it is recommended to load the option “Load Setup Defaults”. After this option is loaded, don’t forget to load “Save & Exit Setup” in order for the optimized default settings to take effect.
