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Motherboard User’s Guide Table of Contents Trademark ............................................................................................................ i Static Electricity Precautions ......................................................................................... i Pre-Installation Inspection ............................................................................................. i Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................................................
Motherboard User’s Guide Notice: Owing to Microsoft’s certifying schedule is various to every supplier, we might have some drivers not certified yet by Microsoft. Therefore, it might happen under Windows XP that a dialogue box (shown as below) pop out warning you this software has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP. Please rest assured that our RD department has already tested and verified these drivers.
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction This motherboard has an LGA775 socket for latest Intel Pentium 4/Celeron D/ Pentium D processors with Hyper-Threading Technology and Front-Side Bus (FSB) speeds up to 800/533/400 MHz. Hyper-Threading Technology, designed to take advantage of the multitasking features in Windows XP, gives you the power to do more things at once.
Motherboard User’s Guide • System Memory Controller Support − Dual-channel (6.4 GB/s wide) DDR memory interface − Single-channel (3.2 GB/s wide) operation supported − Supports DDR266, DDR333, DDR400 DIMM modules • PCI Bus Interface − Supports PCI Revision 2.3 Specification at 33 MHz • Integrated LAN Controller − 10/100 Mbp/s Faster Ethernet Support • Integrated Serial ATA Host Controllers − Independent DMA operation on two ports − Data transfer rates up to 1.
Chapter 1: Introduction • • • • Front-Out, Surround-Out, MIC-In and LINE-In Jack Sensing Three analog line-level stereo inputs with 5-bit volume control: LINE_IN, CD, AUX Two analog line-level mono input Standard 48-Pin LQFP Onboard I/O Ports • Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard • One serial port • One parallel port • One VGA port • One LAN port (optional) • Four back-panel USB2.
Motherboard User’s Guide The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds. Dimensions • Micro ATX form factor of 244 x 220 mm Note: Hardware specifications and software items are subject to change without notification.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation Chapter 2 Motherboard Installation To install this motherboard in a system, please follow these instructions in this chapter: Identify the motherboard components Install a CPU Install one or more system memory modules Make sure all jumpers and switches are set correctly Install this motherboard in a system chassis (case) Connect any extension brackets or cables to headers/connectors on the motherboard Install peripheral devices and make the appropriate conn
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Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation ITEM 1 LABEL CPU Socket COMPONENTS LGA775 Socket for Intel Pentium 4/Celeron D/Pentium D CPUs CPU Fan connector(4PIN) 2 CPU_FAN 3 DIMM1/DIMM3 4 5 6 7 IR1 FDD1 ATX1 IDE1 184-pin DDR SDRAM sockets (Support DualChannel DDR400) Infrared header Floppy Disk Drive connector Standard 20-Pin ATX Power connector Primary IDE connector 8 IDE2 Secondary IDE connector 9 10 11 SPK1 CLR_CMOS BIOS_WP Speaker header Clear CMOS jumper BIOS protect jumper 12 13 SATA1~2 PANE
Motherboard User’s Guide I/O Ports The illustration below shows a side view of the built-in I/O ports on the motherboard. (optional) PS/2 Mouse Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 pointing device. PS/2 Keyboard Use the low er PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard. Parallel Port (LPT1) Use the Parallel port to connect printers or other parallel communications devices. COM1 Use the COM port to connect serial devices such as mice or fax/modems. COM1 is identified by the system as COM1.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation Installing the Processor This motherboard has an LGA775 socket for the latest Intel Pentium 4/Celeron D/Pentium D processors. 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.
Motherboard User’s Guide C. Install the CPU on the socket • Orientate CPU package to the socket. Make sure you match triangle marker to pin 1 location. D. Close the load plate • Slightly push down the load plate onto the tongue side, and hook the lever. • CPU is locked completely. E. Apply thermal grease on top of the CPU. F. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. G. Make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation DIMM1/3 Memory Module Installation Procedure These modules can be installed with up to 2 GB system memory. Refer to the following to install the memory module. 1. Push down the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket. 2. Align the memory module with the socket. There is a notch on the DIMM socket that you can install the DIMM module in the correct direction. Match the cutout on the DIMM module with the notch on the DIMM socket. 3.
Motherboard User’s Guide Table A: DDR (memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List) The following DDR400 memory module have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation Jumper Settings Connecting two pins with a jumper cap is SHORT; removing a jumper cap from these pins, OPEN. CLR_CMOS 1 1 BIOS_WP CLR_CMOS: Clear CMOS Jumper Use this jumper to clear the contents of the CMOS memory. You may need to clear the CMOS memory if the settings in the Setup Utility are incorrect and prevent your motherboard from operating.
Motherboard User’s Guide Install the Motherboard Install the motherboard in a system chassis (case). The board is a Micro ATX size motherboard. You can install this motherboard in an ATX case. Make sure your case has an I/O cover plate matching the ports on this motherboard. Install the motherboard in a case. Follow the case manufacturer’s instructions to use the hardware and internal mounting points on the chassis.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: 1 IR1 SPK1 1 1 AUX_IN 1 AUDIO1 1 1 1 USB3 USB4 SPDIFO1 AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access.
Motherboard User’s Guide Here is a list of headers USB3/USB4 pin assignments. Pin 1 3 5 7 9 1 2 3 Signal USB DUAL VCC USBP4USBP4+ GROUND KEY Pin 2 4 6 8 10 Signal USB DUAL VCC USBP5USBP5+ GROUND USBOC45# Locate the USB3/USB4 header on the motherboard. Plug the bracket cable onto the USB3/USB4 header. Remove a slot cover from one of the expansion slots on the system chassis. Install an extension bracket in the opening. Secure the extension bracket to the chassis with a screw.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation SPDIFO1: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector. Pin 1 2 3 4 Signal SPDIF +5VA Key GND AUX_IN: Auxiliary In header This connector is an additional line-in audio connector. It allows you to attach a line-in cable when your rear line-in jack is set as line out port for 4-channel function.
Motherboard User’s Guide Install Other Devices Install and connect any other devices in the system following the steps below. 1 FDD1 1 1 SATA2 IDE2 IDE1 SATA1 Floppy Disk Drive The motherboard ships with a floppy disk drive cable that can support one or two drives. Drives can be 3.5" or 5.25" wide, with capacities of 360K, 720K, 1.2MB, 1.44MB, or 2.88MB. Install your drives and connect power from the system power supply.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation while enabling the storage interface to scale with the growing media rate demands of PC platforms. It provides you a faster transfer rate of 1.5 Gb/s. If you have installed a Serial ATA hard drive, you can connect the Serial ATA cables to the Serial ATA hard drive or the connecter on the motherboard.
Motherboard User’s Guide Expansion Slots This motherboard has one CNR1, one AGP1 and two 32-bit PCI slots.
Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation Follow the steps below to install a CNR1/AGP1/PCI expansion card. 1 Locate the CNR1, AGP1 and PCI slots on the motherboard. 2 Remove the blanking plate of the slot from the system chassis. 3 Install the edge connector of the expansion card into the slot. Ensure the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. 4 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system chassis with a screw.
Motherboard User’s Guide PCI1-3 Slots You can install the 32-bit PCI interface expansion cards in the slots. CNR1 Slot You can install CNR1 (Communications and Networking Riser) cards including LAN, Modem and Audio functions, in this slot.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Utility About The Setup Utility The computer uses the latest Award BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS. The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters.
Motherboard User’s Guide Press DEL to enter SETUP Pressing the delete key accesses the BIOS Setup Utility: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Advanced Chipset Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations PC Health Status Esc:Quit Frequency Control Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving F9: Menu in BIOS : Select Item F10: Save & Exit
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility 4 5 6 7 8 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer’s Web site. Copy these files to the system diskette you created in Step 3. Turn off your computer and insert the system diskette in your computer’s diskette drive. (You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the floppy diskette drive first.
Motherboard User’s Guide Standard CMOS Features This page displays a table of items defining basic information about your system. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Date ( mm: dd: yy ) Time ( hh: mm: ss ) IDE Channel 0 Master IDE Channel 0 Slave IDE Channel 1 Master IDE Channel 1 Slave Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support Video Halt On [ 1.44 M, 3.5 in.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility Press to display the IDE submenu: Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IDE Channel 0 Master IDE HDD Auto-Detection [ Press Enter] IDE Channel 0 Master Access Mode [Auto] [Auto] Capacity 0 MB Cylinder Head Precomp Landing Zone Sector 0 0 0 0 0 : Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F5:Previous Values F6:Fail-Safe Defaults Item Help Menu Level To auto-detect the HDD’s size, head...
Motherboard User’s Guide Drive A (1.44M, 3.5 in./None) This item defines the characteristics of any diskette drive attached to the system. Floppy 3 Mode Support (Disabled) Floppy 3 mode refers to a 3.5-inch diskette with a capacity of 1.2 MB. Floppy 3 mode is sometimes used in Japan. Video (EGA/VGA) This item defines the video mode of the system. This motherboard has a built-in VGA graphics system; you must leave this item at the default value.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility CPU Feature (Press Enter) Users please note that this function is only available for Prescott CPUs. Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Feature Delay Prior to thermal Thermal Management TM2 Bus Ratio TM2 Bus VID Limit CPUID MaxVal C1E Support Execute Disabled Bit Vanderpool Technology Intel (R) SpeedStep (tm) Tech. [16 Min] [Thermal Monitor 2] [0 X] [0.
Motherboard User’s Guide Vanderpool Technology (Enabled) This item enables or disables the Vanderpool Technology. When disabled, forcess the VT function will close. Intel (R) SpeedStep (tm) Tech. (Enabled) This item enables or disables the Intel (R) SpeedStep (tm) technology. When enabled, allows enhance Intel SpeedStep Technology transitions. Press to return to the AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility page.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility Boot Other Device (Enabled) When enabled, the system searches all other possible locations for an operating system if it fails to find one in the devices specified under the First, Second, and Third boot devices. Boot Up Floppy Seek (Disabled) If this item is enabled, it checks the size of the floppy disk drives at start-up time. You don’t need to enable this item unless you have a legacy diskette drive with 360K capacity.
Motherboard User’s Guide Report No FDD For WIN 95 (Yes) This item determines whether the BIOS will report no FDD for Windows 95 OS. Delay for HDD (Secs) (4) Users may set a delay from 1 to 15 seconds in the cold boot process. Some hard disk drives need extra time to spin up in order to identify correctly. If the system does not start after the memory test, try to add tomes in this field. Small Logo (EPA) Show (Disabled) Enables or disables the display of the EPA logo during boot.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility • CAS Latency Time (2): This item controls the timing delay (in clock cycles) before the DRAM starts a read command after receiving it. • Active to Precharge Delay (8): This precharge time is the number of cycles it takes for DRAM to accumulate its charge before refresh. • DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay (4): This field lets you insert a timing delay between the CAS and RAS strobe signals, used when DRAM is written to, read from, or refreshed.
Motherboard User’s Guide Boot Display (Auto) This item allows you to set the boot display function to be “Auto”, “CRT”, “EFP”, “TV”, “CRT+EFP”, or “CRT+TV”. Press to return to the AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility page. Integrated Peripherals These options display items that define the operation of peripheral components on the system’s input/output ports.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility IDE HDD Block Mode (Enabled) Block mode is also called block transfer, multiple commands, or multiple sector read/write. If your IDE hard drive supports block mode (most new drives do), select Enabled for automatic detection of the optimal number of block read/write per sector the drive can support. On-Chip Primary/Secondary PCI IDE (Enabled) This integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE interface with support for two IDE channels.
Motherboard User’s Guide Onboard Device Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Onboard Device USB Controller USB 2.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility Press to return to the AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility page.
Motherboard User’s Guide UART Mode Select (Normal) This field is available if the “Onboard Serial Port 2” is set to any option but Disabled. UART Mode Select enables you to select the infrared communication protocol-Normal (default), IrDA, or ASKIR. IrDA is an infrared communication protocol with a maximum baud rate up to 115.2K bps. ASKIR is Sharp’s infrared communication protocol with a maximum baud rate up to 57.6K bps.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup This option lets you control system power management. The system has various power-saving modes including powering down the hard disk, turning off the video, suspending to RAM, and software power down that allows the system to be automatically resumed by certain events. The power-saving modes can be controlled by timeouts. If the system is inactive for a time, the timeouts begin counting.
Motherboard User’s Guide Video Off Method (DPMS) This item defines how the video is powered down to save power. This item is set to DPMS (Display Power Management Software) by default. Video Off In Suspend (Yes) This option defines if the video is powered down when the system is put into suspend mode. Suspend Type (Stop Grant) If this item is set to the default Stop Grant, the CPU will go into Idle Mode during power saving mode.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility Resume by Alarm (Disabled) When set to Enabled, additional fields become available and you can set the date (day of the month), hour, minute and second to turn on your system. When set to 0 (zero) for the day of the month, the alarm will power on your system every day at the specified time. ** Reload Global Timer Events ** This field indicates which events waken the system from power saving mode.
Motherboard User’s Guide Reset Configuration Data (Disabled) When you enable this item and restart the system, any Plug and Play configuration data stored in the BIOS Setup is cleared from memory. Resources Controlled By (Auto(ECSD)) You should leave this item at the default Auto(ESCD). Under this setting, the system dynamically allocates resources to Plug and Play devices as they are required.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility SMART FAN Control (Disabled) This item allows you to enable/disable the control of the system fan speed by changing the fan voltage. SAMRT CPU Temperature (60oC) This item specifies the default CPU temperature. The ranges is from 40oC to 100oC CPU Tolerance Temperature (2oC) This item enables users set the value of the CPU temperature to achieve the start and stop status. The choices are 1oC, 2oC, 3oC and 4oC.
Motherboard User’s Guide Frequency Control This item 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.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility Load Fail-Safe Defaults This option opens a dialog box that lets you install fail-safe defaults for all appropriate items in the Setup Utility: Press and then to install the defaults. Press and then to not install the defaults. The fail-safe defaults place no great demands on the system and are generally stable.
Motherboard User’s Guide PASSWORD DISABLED If you have selected “System” in “Security Option” of “BIOS Features Setup” menu, you will be prompted for the password every time the system reboots or any time you try to enter BIOS Setup. If you have selected “Setup” at “Security Option” from “BIOS Features Setup” menu, you will be prompted for the password only when you enter BIOS Setup. Supervisor Password has higher priority than User Password.
Chapter 4: Software & Applications Chapter 4 Software & Applications Introduction This chapter describes the contents of the support CD-ROM that comes with the motherboard package. The support CD-ROM contains all useful software, necessary drivers and utility programs to properly run our products. More program information is available in a README file, located in the same directory as the software. To run the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Motherboard User’s Guide The Browse CD button is a standard Windows command that you can check the contents of the disc with the Windows 98 file browsing interface. The Exit button closes the Auto Setup window. To run the program again, reinsert the CD-ROM disc in the drive; or click the CD-ROM driver from the Windows Explorer, and click the Setup icon. The Application button brings up a software menu. It shows the bundled software that this mainboard supports.
Chapter 4: Software & Applications 3 The support software will automatically install. Once any of the installation procedures start, software is automatically installed in sequence. You need to follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart as few times as needed to complete installing whatever software you selected. When the process is finished, all the support software will be installed and start working.
Motherboard User’s Guide Hyper-Threading CPU While you are in Windows Task Manager, please push down ctrl+Alt Del keys. A dual CPU appears in the CPU Usage History & Device Manager under WinXP. Note: Hyper-Threading Function only works under WINXP Operating System; therefore, disable it under other Operating System.