User`s manual

Preface

CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Getting Started............................................................................1-1

Packing Contents ................................................................................................. 1-2

Optional Accessories ...........................................................................................1-2

Assembly Precautions ..........................................................................................

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Connectors Quick Guide ...................................................................................... 1-7

Back Panel Quick Guide ......................................................................................1-9

CPU (Central Processing Unit) ..........................................................................1-11

Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU ..............................................................1-11

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Memory ..............................................................................................................1-15

Dual-Channel mode Population Rule .......................................................... 1-15

Mounting Screw Holes .......................................................................................1-16

Power Supply ..................................................................................................... 1-17

JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors .............................................................1-17

Expansion Slots .................................................................................................1-18

PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots ................................................................1-18

Video/ Graphics Cards ...................................................................................... 1-19

Single Video Card Installation ......................................................................1-19

Internal Connectors ............................................................................................1-20

SATA1~8: SATA Connectors ......................................................................1-20

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JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors ...................................................... 1-22

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors ................................................. 

 ....................................................... 1-24

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector .............................................................. 1-24

JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector ......................................................... 1-25

AUDPWR1: Direct Audio Power Connector ................................................ 1-25

M2_1: M.2 Port ............................................................................................1-26

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ................................................................1-26

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ....................................................................1-27

Voltage Checkpoints ..........................................................................................1-28

FV1: V-Check Connectors ........................................................................... 1-28

Buttons ............................................................................................................... 1-29

OC1: OC Genie Button ............................................................................... 1-29

POWER1: Power Button ..............................................................................