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Table of Contents Product Introduction Chapter Main Features .............................................................................................. 2 915P7AC/915G7AC Layout .......................................................................... 5 Chapter Installation Instructions CPU ............................................................................................................. 9 Memory ............................................................................................
Table of Contents Chapter Driver CD Introduction Utility CD content ........................................................................................ Start to install drivers ................................................................................. Install Chipset Software ............................................................................. Install IAA RAID (optional) .......................................................................... Install DirectX 9.0b ..................
Warning: 1. Attach the CPU and heatsink using silica gel to ensure full contact. 2. It is suggested to select high-quality, certified fans in order to avoid damage to the motherboard and CPU due high temperatures. 3. Never turn on the machine if the CPU fan is not properly installed. 4. Ensure that the DC power supply is turned off before inserting or removing expansion cards or other peripherals, especially when you insert or remove a memory module.
This manual is suitable for motherboard of 915P7AC/ 915G7AC series. Each motherboard is carefully designed for the PC user who wants diverse features.
1 Chapter Thank you for buying Foxconn’s 915P7AC/915G7AC series motherboard. This series of motherboard is one of our new products, and offers superior performance, reliability and quality, at a reasonable price. This motherboard adopts the advanced Intel® 915G/GV/P+ ICH6/ICH6R chipset, providing users a computer platform with a high integration-compatibility-performance price ratio.
Chapter 1 Product Introduction Main Features Size ATX form factor of 12 inch x 9.
Chapter 1 Product Introduction Onboard IDE RAID Controller (IT8212F) Supports two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and JBOD configuration Onboard LAN (-L/-K) (optional) Supports 10/100/1000 (-K optional) Mbit/sec Ethernet LAN interface built-in on board Onboard 1394 (-E ) (optional) Support hot plug With rate of transmission at 400Mbps Self-configured addressing Can connect with 3 independent 1394 units synchronously at most Onboard Audio (-6)(optional) AC’97 2.
Chapter 1 Product Introduction Green Function Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) Supports S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (suspend to disk - depends on OS), and S5 (soft - off). Expansion Slots Three PCI slots Two PCI Express x1 slots One PCI Express x16 Graphics slot Advanced Features PCI 2.
Chapter 1 Product Introduction 915P7AC/915G7AC Layout 32 31 30 1 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 2 3 4 5 6 7 18 8 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 Note: The above motherboard layout is provided for reference only; please refer to the physical motherboard.
Chapter 1 1. ATX 12V Power Connector 3. CPU Socket 5. CPU Fan Connector 7. DDR DIMM Sockets 9. ATX Power Connector 11. Floppy Disk Connector 13. BIOS Flash ROM 15. BIOS TBL Jumper 17. Front Panel Connector 19. IDE Connectors 21. South Bridge Controller 23. USB Headers 25. PCI Expansion Slots 27. AUX_IN Connector (optional) 29. PCI Express x1 Slot 31. Audio CODEC (optional) 6 Product Introduction 2. PCI Express x16 Slot 4. North Bridge Controller 6. Super I/0 Controller 8. IR Connector 10.
Chapter 1 Product Introduction 2 Chapter This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply, slots, rear panel and pin headers, and the mounting of jumpers. Caution should be exercised during the installation of these modules. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this chapter carefully.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Notes: Take note of the following precautions before you install components or change settings. 1. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object, such as an attached power supply, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. 2. Unplug the power cord before opening your chassis or touching any component. 3. Hold components by their edges to avoid touching any exposed integrated circuits (ICs). 4.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions CPU This motherboard supports single Pentium® 4 Processor including Prescott-T processor in an LGA775 package. It also supports Hyper-Threading Technology and FSB Dynamic Bus Inversion (DBI).
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Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Note : Excessive temperatures will severely damage the CPU and system. Therefore, you should install CPU cooling fan and make sure that the cooling fan works normally at all times in order to prevent overheating and damaging to the CPU. Please refer to your CPU fan user guide to install it properly.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Memory This motherboard includes four 184-pin slots with 2.6 V for DDR. These support 256 Mb, 512 Mb and 1 Gb DDR1 technologies for x8 and x16 devices and support maximum memory bandwidth of 3.2 GB/s in Single-Channel or Dual-Channel asymmetric mode, or 6.4 GB/s / 8.5GB/s in Dual-Channel interleaved mode. You must install at least one memory bank to ensure normal operation. Installation of DDR Memory 1.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Power Supply This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order to avoid damaging any devices, make sure that they have been installed properly prior to connecting the power supply. 24-pin ATX power connector 24-pin ATX power connector: PWR1 PWR1 is the ATX 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.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Rear Panel Connectors This motherboard provides the ports as below: For -6 models 4 Parallel Port (Printer Port) 6 1394 Port 8 LAN Port Line-in 1 PS/2 Mouse Connector Line-out 2 PS/2 Keyboard Connector 9 Microphone 3 Serial Port (COM1) 5 VGA Port (only for 915 G/GV) 7 USB 2.0 Ports Line out For -8 models Line in Rear LFE/CEN Side Microphone 10 Coaxial S/PDIF out port (only for 915P) 1 PS/2 Mouse Connector This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions VGA Port (only for 915G/GV) The VGA Port is for output to a VGA-compatible device. 5 6 1394 Port This digital interface supports electronic devices such as digital cameras, scanners, and printers. 7 USB 2.0 Ports These four Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0/1.1 devices. LAN Port (-L/-K) (optional) This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Other Connectors This motherboard includes connectors for FDD, IDE HDD, Serial ATA, USB, IR module, and others. FDD connector: FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard FDD connector, supporting 360 K, 720 K, 1.2 M, 1.44 M, and 2.88 M FDDs. HDD connectors: PIDE, SIDE1, SIDE2 This motherboard includes one Ultra DMA 100/66/33 IDE connector (PIDE) and two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 IDE connectors(SIDE1, SIDE2).
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions PWRLED P W R S W Front Panel Connector: FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED + - + - 1 indicators. HD-LED R E S E T NC FP1 IDE LED Connector (HD-LED) The connector connects to the case’s IDE indicator LED indicating the activity status of hard disks. Reset Switch (RESET) Attach the connector to the Reset switch on the front panel of the case; the system will restart when the switch is pressed.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions VCC USB Headers: F_USB1, F_USB2 Besides four USB ports on the rear panel, the series of motherboards also have two 10-pin VCC DA- DB- DA+ DB+ GND GND Empty headers on board which may connect to front panel USB cable(optional) to provide additional NC F_USB 1/ 2 four USB ports.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions S-ATA Connectors: SATA_1, SATA_2, SATA_3, SATA_4 1 GND The S-ATA header is used to connect the S- GND ATA device to the motherboard. These connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables for primary internal storage devices. The current Serial ATA interface allows up to GND TX+ TXRXRX+ SATA _1/SATA _2/ SATA _3/SATA _4 150MB/s data transfer rate.
Chapter 2 Chassis Intruder Connector: INTR The connector connects to the chassis security switch on the case. The system can detect the chassis intrusion through the status of this connector. If the connector has been closed once, the system will send a message. To utilize this function, set “Case Open Warning” to “Enabled” in the “PC Health Status” section of the CMOS Setup. Save and exit, then boot the operating system once to make sure this function takes effect.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Expansion Slots This motherboard includes three 32-bit Master PCI bus slots, two PCI Express x1 slots, and one PCI Express x16 slot. PCI Slots The expansion card can be installed in the PCI slot. When you install or take out such card, you must make sure that the power plug has been pulled out. Please carefully read the instructions provided for such card, and install and set the necessary hardware and software for such card, such as the jumper or BIOS setup.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Installing an expansion card 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 4. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Jumpers The users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard if needed. This section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard by changing the jumper settings. Users should read the following contents carefully prior to modifying any jumper settings. Description of Jumpers 1. For the jumpers on this motherboard, pin 1 can be identified by the silkscreen printed “ labeled as “1”. 2.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Clear CMOS Jumper: JP1 This motherboard uses the CMOS RAM to store all the set parameters. The CMOS can be cleared by removing the CMOS jumper. How to clear CMOS? 1. Turn off the AC power supply and connect pins 1 and 2 together using the jumper cap. 2. Return the jumper setting to normal (pins 2 and 3 together with the jumper cap). Normal Status (Default) Clear CMOS 1 2 3 1 2 3 Clear CMOS Jumper 3. Turn the AC power supply back on. Warning: 1.
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches are off. 3. Turn on the devices in the following order. a. b. Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power 4. After applying power LED on the system, front panel case lights up. For ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power switch.
Appendix 3 Chapter This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. You have to run the Setup Program when the following cases occur: 1. An error message appears on the screen during the system POST process. 2. You want to change the default CMOS settings.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Enter BIOS Setup The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software, correctly setting up the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance. Power on the computer, when the following message briefly appears at the bottom of the screen during the POST (Power On Self Test), press key to enter the AWARD BIOS CMOS Setup Utility. Press [TAB] to show POST screen, [DEL] to enter SETUP.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Advanced BIOS Features The advanced system features can be set up through this menu. Advanced Chipset Features The values for the chipset can be changed through this menu, and the system performance can be optimized. Integrated Peripherals Onboard peripherals can be set up through this menu. Power Management Setup All the items of Green function features can be set up through this menu.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Standard CMOS Features This sub-menu is used to set up the standard CMOS features, such as the date, time, HDD model and so on. Use the arrow keys to select the item and set up, and then use the or keys to choose the setting values. Standard CMOS Features Menu Date This option allows you to set the desired date (usually as the current date) with the format. Day—weekday from Sun. to Sat., defined by BIOS (read-only). Month—month from Jan.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Award (Phoenix) BIOS can support 3 HDD modes: CHS, LBA and Large or read Auto mode. CHS For HDD<528MB LBA For HDD>528MB & supporting LBA (Logical Block Addressing) Large For HDD>528MB but not supporting LBA Auto Recommended mode Drive A/B This option allows you to select the kind of FDD to be installed, including “None”, [360K, 5.25 in], [1.2M, 5.25 in], [720K, 3.5 in], [1.44M, 3.5 in] and [2.88 M, 3.5 in].
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Memory This is a Display-Only Category, determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the BIOS. Base Memory The BIOS POST will determine the amount of base (or conventional) memory installed in the system. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is Total Memory present during the POST. Total memory of the system.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description BIOS Features BIOS Features Menu [SuperBoot] SuperBoot (Default: Disabled) SuperBoot allows system-relevant information to be stored in CMOS upon the first normal start-up of your PC, and the relevant parameters will be restored to help the system start up more quickly on each subsequent start-up. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. [SuperBIOS-Protect] SuperBIOS-Protect (Default: Disabled) SuperBIOS-Protect function protects your PC from viruses, e.g. CIH.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description SuperSpeed Menu System Memory Frequency (Default: Auto) This option is used to set system memory frequency. CPU Clock Ratio (Default: Depend on CPU) This option is used to set the ratio of an unlocked CPU. Auto Detect PCI Clk (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the clock of an unused PCI slot will be disabled to reduce electromagnetic interference.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Advanced BIOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Menu CPU Feature Press to set the items of CPU feature. Please refer to page 37. Hard Disk Boot Priority This option is used to select the priority for HDD startup. After pressing , you can select the HDD using the / or Up/Down arrow keys, and change the HDD priority using <+> or <->; you can exit this menu by pressing .
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Hyper-Threading Technology (Default: Enabled) This option is used to turn on or off the Hyper-Threading function of the CPU. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. Note: This function will not be displayed until a CPU that supports HyperThreading has been installed. Quick Power On Self Test (Default: Enabled) Enable this item to shorten the power on testing (POST) and have your system start up faster. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Typematic Rate Setting (Default: Disabled) If this item is enabled, you can use the following two items to see the typematic rate and the typematic delay settings for your keyboard. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) (Default: 6) Use this item to define how many characters per second a held-down key generated.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description CPU Feature Menu Delay Prior to Thermal (Default: 16Min) This option is used to set the delay time before the CPU enters auto thermal mode. The setting values are: 4 Min, 8 Min, 16 Min, 32 Min. Thermal Management (Default: Thermal Monitor 1) This option is used to manage Prescott CPU thermal. Limit CPUID MaxVal (Default: Disabled) The option is used to set limit CPUID MaxVal. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Advanced Chipset Features Advanced Chipset Features Menu DRAM Timing Selectable (Default: By SPD) This item determines DRAM clock/ timing using SPD or manual configuration. The available setting values are: By SPD and Manual. CAS Latency Time (Default: depend on memory) This item determines CAS Latency. The available setting values are: 3, 2.5, 2 and Auto.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Memory Hole At 15M-16M (Default: Disabled) This option is used to determine whether the 15M-16M address field of memory is reserved for the ISA expansion card. The available setting values are: Enabled and Disbled. PCI Express Root Port Func Press to set the items of PCI Express root port function. Please refer to page 40.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description PCI Express Root Port Func Menu PCI Express Port 1/ 2 (Default: Auto) This option is used to enable or disable PCI Express port 1/2. The available setting values are: Auto, Enabled, Disabled. PCI-E Compliancy Mode (Default: v1.0a) This option is used to select the PCI Express compliancy mode version. The available setting values are: v1.0a, v1.0.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Integrated Peripherals Integrated Peripherals Menu Use the arrow keys to select your options; press the key to enter the setup sub-menu. The options and setting methods are discussed below: Onchip IDE Device Menu IDE HDD Block Mode (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the IDE HDD block mode is allowed. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description IDE Primary Master/Slave PIO (Default: Auto) These four items let you assign which kind of PIO (Programmed Input/Output) is used by IDE devices. Choose Auto to let the system auto detect which PIO mode is best or select a PIO mode from 0-4. IDE Primary Master/Slave UDMA (Default: Auto) UltraDMA technology provides faster access to IDE devices. If you install a device that supports UltraDMA, change the appropriate item on this list to Auto.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Onboard Device Menu USB Controller (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the USB Controller is enabled. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. USB 2.0 Controller (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the USB 2.0 Controller is enabled. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Onboard Lan Controller (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the onboard LAN controller is enabled. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. Onboard Lan Boot ROM (Default: Disabled) This option is used to decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Super IO Device Menu Onboard FDC Controller (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the onboard FDC controller is enabled. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. Onboard Serial Port 1/2 (Default: 3F8/IRQ4 / 2F8/IRQ3) This option is used to assign the I/O address and interrupt request (IRQ) for the onboard serial port 1/2. The onboard serial port 2 I/O address and IRQ is for IrDA using.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Power Management Setup Power Management Setup Menu ACPI Function (Default: Enabled) ACPI stands for “Advanced Configuration and Power Interface”. ACPI is a standard that defines power and configuration management interfaces between an operating system and the BIOS. In other words, it is a standard that describes how computer components work together to manage system hardware.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Power Management (Default: User Define) This option is used to set the power management scheme. Available setting values are: User Define, Min Saving, and Max Saving. Video Off Method (Default: DPMS) This option is used to define the video off method. “Blank Screen” mode means that after the computer enters power saving mode, only the monitor will close, however, the vertical and horizontal scanning movement of the screen continues.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description PWRON After PWR-Fail (Default: Off) This option is used to set what action the PC will take with the power supply when it resumes after a sudden power failure. The available options are: Off (remain in turn off status), On (auto power on) and Former-Sts (resume with the previous status). CPU THRM-Throttling (Default: 50.0%) This option is used to specify the CPU speed (at percentage) to slow down the CPU when it reaches the predetermined overheat temperature.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Power Management Events Menu Wake up by PCI card (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set the system to wake up by PCI card. The setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. Wake up by Ring (Default: Enabled) If this item is enabled, it allows the system to resume from a software power down or power saving mode whenever there is an incoming call to an installed fax. This function needs to be supported by the relevant hardware and software.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Date (of Month) Alarm When the Resume by Alarm set as “Enabled”, this option will be modified. It is used to set the timing for the start-up date. The setting values contain 0 - 31. Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm When the Resume by Alarm set as “Enabled”, this option will be modified. It is used to set the timing for the start-up time. The setting values contain hh:0 – 23; mm:0 – 59; ss:0 – 59.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description PnP/PCI Configurations PnP/PCI Configurations Menu Reset Configuration Data (Default: Disabled) This option is used to set whether the system is permitted to automatically distribute IRQ DMA and I/O addresses when each time the machine is turned on. The setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. Resources Controlled By (Default: Auto (ESCD)) This option is used to define the system resource control scheme.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description PC Health Status PC Health Status Menu Shutdown Temperature (Default: Disabled) This option is used to set the system temperature upper limit. When the temperature exceeds the setting value, the motherboard will automatically cut off power to the computer. The setting values are: 600C/1400F, 650C/1490F, 700C/1580F, 750C/1670F and Disabled. Warning Temperature (Default: Disabled) This option is used to set the warning temperature for the system.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description System Fan Speed The current speed of the system fan will be automatically detected by the system. Case Open Warning (Default: Disabled) This option is used to enable or disable case open warning function. The setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description Load Fail-Safe Defaults Press to select this option. A dialogue box will pop up that allows you to load the default BIOS settings. Select and then press to load the defaults. Select and press to exit without loading. The defaults set by BIOS set the basic system functions in order to ensure system stability. But if your computer cannot POST properly, you should load the fail-safe defaults to restore the original settings.
Chapter 3 BIOS Description If you do not want to set a password, just press when prompted to enter a password, and in the screen the following message will appear. If no password is keyed in, any user can enter the system and view/modify the CMOS settings.
Chapter 4 The utility CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. This chapter includes the following information: Utility CD content Start to install drivers Install Chipset Software Install IAA RAID (optional) Install DirectX 9.
Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Utility CD content This motherboard comes with one Utility CD. To begin using the CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD will automatically displays the main menu screen. 1. Install Drivers Using this choice, you can install all the drivers for your motherboard. You should install the drivers in order, and you need to restart your computer after the drivers all installed. A. Chipset Software B. IAA RAID (optional) C. DirectX 9.0b D.
Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Start to install drivers Select , and click to enter the install driver screen. You can select the driver that you want to install and begin the setup steps. Note: The following setup steps are based on Windows XP environment. There may be some differences with other operating systems. Install Chipset Software Click from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1).
Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Install IAA RAID (optional) Click from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click to open the IAA RAID setup guide. Note: IAA RAID Driver is only applicable for ICH6R motherboard. Click here 1 Install DirectX 9.0b Click from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click to start the installation.
Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Install VGA Driver (optional) Click from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click to start the installation. Note: VGA Driver is only applicable for 915G/GV motherboard. Click here 1 Install Audio Driver (optional) Click from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click
Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Install LAN Driver (-L/-K) (optional) Click from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click to start the installation. Click here 1 Install IDE RAID Driver (optional) Click from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click to start the installation.
Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Click here 1 Click here 1 62 915P7AC/915G7AC Series User Manual
Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Install Norton Internet Security 2004 From the main menu, select as shown in following fig. 1. Click to start the setup.
Chapter 4 Chapter Driver CD Introduction 5 This chapter will introduce how to use attached software.
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software SuperStep SuperStep is a utility that allows users to change the frequency of the CPU. It also displays system health information including CPU temperature, CPU voltage, and PCI clock. SuperStep features: 1. Supports Win2000 and WinXP. 2. Automatic alarm mechanism when system runs irregularly. 3. Adjusts the CPU frequency to speed up your system and achieve better system performance. 4. Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface.
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Adjust voltage warning Go to Voltage page criteria (upper limit) Current voltage readings Reset the warning criteria to default settings Adjust voltage adjustments warning criteria (lower limit) Apply the Go to Temperature page Current CPU Adjust CPU tem- temperature perature warning criteria Current system Adjust system temperature warning temperature criteria Reset the warning Apply the adjustments criteria to default settings 66 915P7AC/915G7AC
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Go to Clock page Current CPU Clock Current PCI Clock Adjust the Adjust the CPU FSB CPU Ratio Reset to the default Apply the adjustments settings Go to Alarm page Check for the system to automatically provide warning message Reset to the Apply the changes default settings 915P7AC/915G7AC Series User Manual 67
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software SuperLogo SuperLogo is a Windows utility that allows users to change the BIOS sign on logo. The utility is able to replace and backup the BIOS logo, and update and backup the BIOS image within the Windows environment. SuperLogo features: 1. Supports Win2000 and WinXP. 2. Supports 4Mb size flash parts, flash write method is independent with flash type. 3. Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface. 4.
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Go to Change Logo page Full screen mode Top-Right mode Follow the Wizard to complete Boot without logo the logo update Go to Update BIOS page Browse a BIN file BIOS image file for updating BIOS location Follow the Wizard to complete the BIOS function Go to Backup page Backup whole BIOS image Backup Logo Follow the Wizard to complete the backup function 915P7AC/915G7AC Series User Manual 69
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software SuperUpdate SuperUpdate is a Windows utility that allows users to backup and upgrade the system BIOS from local or Internet. SuperUpdate features: 1. Supports Win2000 and WinXP. 2. Supports 4Mb size flash parts; flash write method is independent of flash type. 3. Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface.
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Backup BIOS to local image: 1. Click to backup current BIOS file. 2. Click to finish the backup process. Update BIOS from local image: 1. Click to load a new BIOS file.
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software 2. Click , the following message will appear. 3. Click to backup the current BIOS, then the following picture will appear. 4. Click , then click .
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software 5. Now is updating. 6. Click .
Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Update BIOS On-line: 1. Click to automatically update the BIOS from the internet. 2. The following procedure is the same as Update BIOS from local image.
Chapter 6 Chapter Special BIOS Functions 6 This chapter will introduce special functions of BIOS and how to use them in detail. It can further exert the max potential of motherboard to bring you super-value enjoyment.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperBoot SuperBoot technology greatly reduces the long boot process time of computers. A BIOS without SuperBoot has to perform many routines every time when the system starts, such as checking the system core and initializing system peripherals. Now with SuperBoot, a PC can bootup without any unnecessary.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperBIOS-Protect The BIOS of the motherboard is contained inside the Flash ROM. Severe viruses, such as the CIH virus, are so dangerous that they may overwrite the BIOS. If the BIOS has been damaged, the system will be unable to boot. We provide the following solution which protects the system BIOS from being attacked by such viruses.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperRecovery SuperRecovery is an easy-to-operate tool for backing up or recovering your hard disk data. It offers simplified user interfaces with hotkey access and allows you to experience unprecedented high security and reliability with extra functions, such as hotkey launch, and powerful anti-virus protection. Features: 1. Password Protection: You can set a password for each HDD. 2.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Hard Disk Selection: The hard disk selection menu will be displayed after you press the hotkey, listing all the IDE HDDs installed in your system. You can switch the highlight bar to make a selection and press to confirm it. Attention: 1. Make sure that you have selected a HDD before entering the main menu. 2. Make sure that the HDD you selected is ATA5 or higher.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Main Menu: Select a HDD to enter main menu. There are five function items, “Divide Hidden Partition”, “Release Hidden Partition”, “Backup”, “Recovery” and “Change Password”. You can switch the highlight bar to make a selection on the operation which should be performed on the HDD and confirm your selection by pressing . The following operation will be performed on the disk you selected. On-line help message Divide Hidden Partition: 1.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Attention : 1. All the HDD data will be cleared by the partitioning process, so it is better to do the division on an empty HDD. 2. At the same time, the overall HDD capacity will decrease in order to make space for the hidden partition, which will be come unavailable for normal use. Release Hidden Partition: This is used to release the hidden partition. If you choose this item and press to confirm, the system will be restarted to release the hidden partition.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Backup: Select BACKUP to enter the Backup interface, where you can find the following three sub-function items: “BACKUP CMOS SETUP”, “BACKUP PARTITION TABLE” and “BACKUP HARDDISK DATA”. Switch the highlight bar by pressing the arrow keys to make a selection and then press to confirm your choice. 1. Backup CMOS Setup: A. Support backing up of the CMOS data. B. The backing up or recovery of CMOS data should be done on a motherboard of the same type. 2.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 3. Backup Hard disk Data: A. If there are active partitions (system partition), you can choose to backup an active partition or the whole disk. But only one can be taken between the two choices. Old data will be replaced by the newly backed up data. B. Backing up with the progress bar showing.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions C. A report with all the critical data on this operation will be displayed after the backup is completed. Original Size: The data size loaded in selected partition; Valid Size: The size of valid data. Elapsed Time: How long the procession cost. Compressed Size: The size of data after compression. Compressed Rate: Compressed Size/Valid Size. 4. Back to Main: This item is used to exit the Backup interface. Recovery: Select RECOVERY to enter the Recovery interface.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 1. Recover CMOS Setup: This function is used to restore the latest backup of CMOS settings you made. 2. Recover Partition Table: This function is used to recover all partition tables including extended partitions.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 3. Recover Hard disk Data: This item is used to restore the backed up data from the hidden partition. 4. Back to Main: This item is used to exit the Recovery interface. CHANGE PASSWORD Introduction: Select CHANGE PASSWORD to enter the Change Password interface. A. Enter the old password first. Press if password is null. B. Enter the new password. Then enter the same again to confirm it. C. Press for null password. D.
Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperSpeed SuperSpeed is a powerful and efficient easy technology for PC DIY fans. It offers a friendly interface. Users can set the CPU Clock easily in the BIOS setup. Procedures: 1. Correctly install your CPU. 2. 3. Plug in other configurations and restore the system. Switch on power to the system and press the key to enter BIOS Setup. 4. 5. Enter the menu to set the CPU clock. Save and exit BIOS Setup; your system will now boot successfully.
Appendix Using 8-channel Audio (optional) 1. Introduction 8-channel audio is the highest surround sound standard available adding two speakers over existing 6-channel (5.1) audio set-ups. 8-channel surround sound is already a standard feature for premium consumer audio devices, so it only makes sense that as users increasingly use their PCs to listen to the latest multimedia content that 8-channel support makes the migration as a standard PC feature.
Appendix Blue Black Green Orange Red Grey STEP 2. You need to install the driver for the audio chip before you can use the 8channel audio function.
Appendix STEP 3. After installation of the audio driver, you’ll find an icon on the taskbar’s status area. Double click the icon, you will see the following picture. STEP 4. Click “Speaker configuration”. The following picture will appear. STEP 5. Make sure you select “8CH Speaker” from the above picture. Now you can enjoy the 8-channel audio function.