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TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface i Chapter 1 1 Introducing the Motherboard 1 Introduction...................................................................................1 Pakage Contents............................................................................1 Specifications................................................................................2 Motherboard Components..........................................................4 I/O Ports.............................................................
Updating the BIOS...........................................................................63 Chapter 4 65 Using the Motherboard Software 65 Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8......................................65 Running Setup.........................................................................65 Manual Installation..........................................................................67 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility).....................................
Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Thank you for choosing the Z97-PK motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th and 5th Generation CoreTM Family processors. This motherboard is based on Intel® Z97 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 32 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600/ 1333 MHz.
Chapter 1 Specifications CPU • • • • • • • LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th and 5th Generation CoreTM Family processors Supports CPU up to 84W, TDP up to 95W Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology Supports Intel® 64 Architecture Supports Intel® Advanced Vector Extensions 2.
• • • • • • • • • • • • 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB 2.
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LABEL 1. CPU Socket 2. PWR_FAN 3. SYS_FAN 4. CPU_FAN 5. DDR3_1~4 6. ATX_POWER 7. USB3F 8. CASE 9. ME_UNLOCK 10. SATA1~6 11. F_PANEL 12. F_USB1 13. F_USB2~3 14. TPM 15. LPT 16. SPDIFO1 17. SPK 18. CIR1 19. COM 20. CLR_CMOS 21. PCIEX16_S1 22. F_AUDIO1 23. PCIE1 24. PCIEX16 25.
Chapter 1 I/O Ports 1. PS/2 Combo port Use the PS/2 combo port to connect the PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse. 2. USB 2.0 Ports Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices. 3. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port. 4. DVI Port Connect your monitor to the DVI port. 5. HDMI Port You can connect the display device to the HDMI port. 6. USB 3.0 Ports Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices. 7. LAN Port Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard: • • • • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage 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.
2-3. Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Chapter 2 To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”.
2-4. Installing Hardware • • • • This motherboard has an LGA1150 socket. When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory. You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.
D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically. Chapter 2 Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.
• • • • • • Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket. Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied.
2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules • • Chapter 2 • • This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin DDR3 1600/1333 MHz. Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules. You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Total memory capacity is 32 GB.
Recommend memory configuration Sockets DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 1 DIMM ~ Populated ~ DDR3_4 ~ 1 DIMM ~ ~ ~ Populated 2 DIMMs ~ Populated ~ Populated 3 DIMMs Populated Populated ~ Populated 3 DIMMs ~ Populated Populated Populated 4 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated Populated Chapter 2 Model Due to Intel CPU spec definition, please follow the table above for recommended memory configuration. 1.
2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: 2 3 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: Chapter 2 16 No. Components No.
1. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header Chapter 2 This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate. Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup. 2. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed.
3. ME_UNLOCK: ME Unlock Header Chapter 2 4 & 5. SATA1~6: Serial ATA connectors SATA1~6 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s device, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.
6. F_USB1~3: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers Unlike F_USB2 & F_USB3, F_USB1 supports EZ Charger technology, provides 3 times current than general USB port in off mode for USB devices. It is useful and excellent, especially for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices that need a large amount of current for faster recharging within less time. Chapter 2 The motherboard has three USB 2.0 headers supporting six USB 2.0 ports. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case.
8. LPT: Onboard parallel port header This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices. Chapter 2 9. SPDIFO1: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.
Chapter 2 10. CIR1: Consumer Infrared Header 11. COM: Onboard serial port header Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system.
12. F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers, please set as below picture. Chapter 2 AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to support AC97 Audio mode.
Chapter 2 If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Using Front Jack Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Using Front Jack Detect ”.
2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive. About SATA Connectors Chapter 2 Your motherboard features six SATA connectors supporting a total of six drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation.
2-4-7. Connecting Case Components Chapter 2 After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: No. Components No.
1. PWR_FAN (Power Cooling FAN Connector) & 2. SYS_FAN (System cooling FAN Connector) & 3. CPU_FAN (CPU Cooling FAN Connector) Connect the power cooling fan connector to PWR_FAN. Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Chapter 2 Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V. 4. ATX_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & 7.
Connecting 24-pin power cable With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly. 24-pin power cable Chapter 2 The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply. Connecting 4-pin power cable The ATX12V4P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V4P match perfectly. 4-pin power cable 5.
Hard Drive Activity LED Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.
Chapter 3 Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is configured with the values you stored in CMOS.
Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. Chapter 3 Resetting the Default CMOS Values When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings Wrong” message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings to reset the default CMOS values. Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may also trigger this message.
Using BIOS When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing . Some options (marked with an icon ) lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for the option.
Main Menu This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system language, date and time. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security System Date System Time Exit Choose the system default language BIOS Information System Language Boot English Tue 07/01/2014 00:27:45 Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system. Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security LAN Configuration PC Health Status Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration Trusted Computing Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Boot Exit LAN Configuration Parameters : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. Main Advanced PC Health Status Chipset M.I.B. III Security Boot Exit Smart Fan Function Chapter 3 CPU Temperature (DTS) System Temperature CPU Fan Speed System Fan Speed Core Voltage DIMM Voltage +12V +5V +3.3V 46 31OC 3426 RPM 4787 RPM 1.728V 1.488V 12.096V 5.124V 1.
Smart Fan start PWM value (180) This item is used to set the start PWM value of the smart fan. Smart Fan start PWM TEMP (DTS) (45) This item is used to set the start temperature of the smart fan. DeltaT (3) This item specifies the range that controls CPU temperature and keeps it from going so high or so low when smart fan works. Smart Fan Slope PWM value (10) This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan. Press to return to the PC Health Status page.
Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Boot Exit About Resume By Ring Power Management Setup Resume By RING Resume By PME Wake on LAN Resume By USB Resume By RTC Alarm EUP Function Power LED Type Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Dual Color LED : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Chapter 3 Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
ACPI Settings The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security ACPI Settings ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM) Boot Exit Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
CPU Configuration The item in the menu shows the CPU. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4765T CPU @ 2.
Execute Disable Bit (Enabled) This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation. Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit enabled systems can halt worm attacks, reducing the need for virus related repair.
SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B.
USB Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Boot Exit USB Support Parameters All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Chapter 3 Main USB Configuration All USB Devices (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.
Trusted Computing Use this item to show the information of trusted computing configuration. Main Advanced Configuration TPM Support TPM State Pending operation Chapter 3 Current Status Information TPM Enabled Status: TPM Active Status: TPM Owner Status: Chipset M.I.B. III Security Enabled Disabled None Disabled Deactivated Unowned Boot Exit Enables or Disables BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available.
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Disabled Boot Exit Enable or disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security System Agent Configuration PCH Configuration ME Configuration Exit : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Chapter 3 44 Boot System Agent (SA) Parameters.
System Agent Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security System Agent Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter IGD Memory DVMT Memory IGD Multi-Monitor Auto 64M 256M Disabled CPU SA Audio Device Enabled Boot Exit Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI Graphics device should be Primary Display or select SG for Switchable Gfx. : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Multi-Monitor technology Multi-Monitor technology can help you to increase the area available for programs running on a single computer system through using multiple display devices. It is not only to increase larger screen viewing but aslo to improving personal productivity. Intel Integrated Graphics Chapter 3 46 PCI-Express Graphics Please note that Multi-Monitor technology supports up to four monitors: one or two Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8.
Chapter 3 Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item, then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it. Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled]. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B.
Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8. 1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen. Show the path of the setting location Display devices Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Search Control Panel Screen Resolution Change the apprearance of your displays 2 1 3 Chapter 3 Display: 1.
Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel Change the apprearance of your displays 1 Display: 4. AL1717 Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Multiple displays: Disconnect this display ! 4 You must select Apply before making additional changes.
PCH Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security PCH Configuration Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled Case Open Warning Chassis Opened Disabled No Boot Exit Select AC Power state when Power is re-applied after a power failure. : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Chapter 3 Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
ME Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security ME Control ME FW Version Boot Exit Enable/Disable ME Firmware Enabled 9.1.2.1010 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
M.I.B. III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) Menu This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security M.I.B.
IA Core Current (Maximum) This item allows you to set IA Core Current Max. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology). Turbo Mode (Enabled) This item allows you to control the Intel Turbo Boost Technology. Runtime Turbo Enable (Disabled) This item allows users to control non turbo CPU ratio.
Memory Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Memory Information Memory RC Version Memory Frequency Total Memory Chapter 3 54 Memory Profiles Memory Frequency Timing Default tCL 9 tRCD 9 tRP 9 tRAS 24 NMode 1 tWR 10 tRFC 107 tWTR 5 tRRD 4 tRTP 5 tCWL 7 tREFI 5200 tFAW 20 tRC 33 tWRPRE tCPDED tPRPDEN OdtReadDelay tCKE tCCD tWPRE tRPRE 1.8.0.
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CMD Tri-State (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the CMD Tri-State (ending of the training). Memory Scrambler (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the memory scrambler. WRC Fast Boot (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the WRC fast boot. Memory Remap (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the memory remap above 4G. Memory Thermal Management (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the memory thermal management.
North Bridge Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Graphics Core Ratio Limit Boot Exit Graphics Core Ratio Limit 22 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Chapter 3 Main Intel Graphics Configuration Graphics Core Ratio Limit (22) This item allows you to control the internal GFX core ratio.
Over Voltage Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced PCH Core Voltage DIMM Voltage Processor Input Voltage Vdroop Chipset 1.056 V 1.500 V M.I.B.
CPU/RING/GT Voltage Mode (Adaptive) This item allows you to set the CPU/RING/GT voltage mode. CPU/RING/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD Voltage Offset(mV) (0) This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD voltage offset from -1000 to 998mV. Offset Prefix (+) This item allows you to select the offset value as positive (+) or negative (-). SVID Control Enable (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the SVID control. If this function be disabled, it will not be changed until CPU powers down.
Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Administrator Password Status User Password Status Not Install Not Install System Mode state Secure Boot state Setup Not Active Chapter 3 Secure Boot Boot Exit Set Administrator Password Administrator Password Disabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Operation System Select Launch PXE OpROM Launch Strorage OpROM Windows 7 or other OS Disabled Enabled Boot Exit Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for Legacy OS. Windows 8: Boot policy for UEFI OS without Compatibility Support Module(CSM).
Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Security Back to EZ Mode Boot Exit Go back to EZ Mode Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Chapter 3 Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Updating the BIOS 1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing. 2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Advanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.) 3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.) 4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer’s Web site.
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Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8 The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software. The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP/7/8. When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it: Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit. Click “Exit” button to close the Auto-Setup window.
Click Next. The following screen appears: 3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. 4. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items. Chapter 4 2. Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.
Windows 7/8 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Yes” to install the next driver. Continue this process to complete the drivers installation. If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers.
eSF eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance with your PC’s system loading and temperature. It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to optimize your system cooling environment. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required. eDLU Chapter 4 ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online.
Chapter 5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID Configuration The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology allows you to configure RAID 0, and 1 sets on the external Serial ATA hard disk drives. Before creating a RAID set Prepare the following items: 1. 2. 3. 4. One SATA HDD. A write-enabled floppy disk. Microsoft ® Windows ® OS installation disk (Windows 7/8/8.1). Motherboard support CD with Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver. Complete the following steps before you create a RAID set: 1.
3. Enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology option to set up your RAID configuration. 4. Create an Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver disk for Windows® OS installation. See section “Creating a RAID driver disk” for details. 5. Install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver after the Windows® OS had been installed. Entering Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS utility 1. During POST, press to enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu.
Creating a RAID set 1. In the main Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu, highlight Create RAID Volume using the up/down arrow key then press . [ Main Menu ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 2. 4. Recovery Volume Options 5. Acceleration Options 6. Exit When the RAID Level item is highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set that you want to create.
4. When done, press to confirm the creation of the RAID set. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press to confirm; otherwise, press . Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM 11.0.0.1204 Copyright(C) 2003-07 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe) Disks: Select Disks Strip Size: 128KB Capacity: 931.5 GB WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.
Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit Sets the system boot order Hard Disk Drive Priorities 1st Boot Intel volume0 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Deleting a RAID set 1. In the main Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu, highlight Delete RAID Volume using the up/down arrow key then press . [ Main Menu ] 2. 4.
Resetting disks to Non-RAID An HDD that has been previously configured as part of another RAID set in another platform is called a broken RAID HDD. When you install a broken RAID HDD, you cannot select this disk when configuring a RAID set through the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology option. If you still want to use this broken RAID HDD as part of the RAID set configured through the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology, you may do so by resetting the disk to NonRAID.
Chapter 6 AMD CrossFireXTM Technology Support This motherboard supports the AMD CrossFireX TM Technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. Requirements 1 2 3 4 Two identical CrossFireXTM ready graphic cards are needed for the setup of 2-way CrossFireXTM configuration. You would need one CrossfireXTM bridge cable. Make sure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireXTM technology.
The CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box To enable CrossFireXTM: • • • • Install AMD graphic card driver. Enter the Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box. check the “Enable CrossFireXTM” item. Click Apply button.
Chapter 7 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http:// www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.
2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan. Start up problems after prolong use After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure. 1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper.
79 If fail, contact RMA CLR CMOS and restart. Yes Halt at POST screen Yes Check if monitor has display Yes Check if Power Supply Unit (PSU) is working Power Bu on is pressed but PC fails to start. - need to CLRCMOS. HDD problem.
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