PM945GC (V2.0)
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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
CE Mark
The device is in accordance with 89/336 ECC-ENC Directive.
Ver: EG100
Things You Have To Know
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The images and pictures in this manual are for reference only and may vary from the
product you received depending on specific hardware models, third party components
and software versions.
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This mainboard contains very delicate IC chips. Always use a grounded wrist strap
when working with the system.
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Do not touch any IC chip, lead, connector or other components.
Always unplug the AC power when you install or remove any device on the mainboard
or when confuguring pins and switches.
Packing List
™ PM945GC(V2.0) Mainboard
™ IDE Cable
™ SATA Cable
™ I/O Bracket
™ Mainboard Setup Driver & User Manual CD
™ Mainboard Quick Installation Guide
Symbols
Attention- Important Information
Follow the procedures below…
Troubleshooting Tips
Refer to other sections in this manual…
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1. GETTING STARTED ....................................................1
INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................1
SPECIFICATION .......................................................................................................2
CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................................5
Layout of PM945GC (V2.0)............................................................................5
HARDWARE INSTALLATION ...................................................................................6
CPU Processor Installation..............................................................................6
Memory Installation: DIMM1/DIMM2...........................................................7
Back Panel Configuration................................................................................9
Front Panel Headers: JW_FP, PWRLED, SPEAK ........................................10
Connectors..................................................................................................... 11
Headers & Jumpers........................................................................................12
Audio Configuration......................................................................................14
Slots...............................................................................................................15
Power Supply Attachments............................................................................16
CHAPTER 2. BIOS SETUP ........................................................... 17
INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................17
MAIN MENU .........................................................................................................18
CHAPTER 3: SOFTWARE SETUP................................................... 20
SOFTWARE LIST ...................................................................................................20
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION...................................................................................20
CHAPTER 4: TROUBLESHOOTING................................................. 24
APPENDIX I: 6/4/2 CHANNEL AUDIO EFFECT SETUP............................................27
Mainboard PM945GC(V2.0)
Chapter 1. Getting Started
Introduction
Thanks for choosing PM945GC(V2.0) Mainboard. It is based on Intel® 945GC Northbridge
chipset and Intel® ICH7 Southbridge chipset. In addition, it also supports integrated Graphics
Media Accelerator 950 for onboard graphics feature. It supports Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo/
Pentium® D/ Pentium® 4/ Celeron® D/ Celeron® Processors (The power consumption for the
aforementioned processors must be rated at 65W or less) with FSB (Front Side Bus) frequencies of
1333 MHz (by overclocking)/ 1066 MHz (by overclocking)/ 800 MHz/ 533 MHz.
The PM945GC(V2.0) provides two DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Modules) sockets which
allowing you to install 240-pin, unbuffered non-ECC, DDRII 667 (by overclocking)/ DDRII 533
SDRAMs. It also supports Dual Channel Technology and allows you installing a total memory
capacity of 4 GB.
This mainboard provides one PCI-Express interface slot up to x16 mode which is
recommended that insert a graphics card onto the PCI-Espress x16 slot. In addition, two
standard PCI slots for use with standard PCI expansion cards are also allowed.
The PM945GC(V2.0) provides one floppy disk drive connector that can be used with
360KB/720KB/1.2MB/1.44MB/2.88MB drives. It also has one IDE connector for IDE hard drives
supporting Ultra ATA 100/66/33. Moreover, this mainboard comes with Serial ATA II support
with four SATA II connectors which provide up to 3 Gbps data transfer rates.
The onboard High Definition Audio CODEC (ALC662) supports high quality performance
6-channel audio play <See Appendix I>. The mainboard also supports the Sony/Philips
Digital Interfaces (S/PDIF) output function (optional).
The PM945GC(V2.0) also comes with an onboard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN chip. There is a
LAN port on the back panel of your case that you can directly plug into an Internet cable.
There are maximal eight USB2.0/ 1.1 ports which can be set up on this mainboard.
All the information (including hardware installation and software installation) in this manual
are for reference only. The contents in this manual may be updated without notice. The
company will not assume any responsibility for any errors or mistakes within.
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Specification
CPU:
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Support Socket 775
Support Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo/ Pentium® D/ Pentium® 4/ Celeron® D/ Celeron®
Processors (The power consumption for the aforementioned processors must be
rated at 65W or less.)
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Support Hyper-Threading Technology
Support 1333 MHz (by overclocking)/ 1066 MHz (by overclocking)/ 800 MHz/ 533 MHz
FSB (Front Side Bus) Frequencies
Chipset:
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Northbridge Chipset – Intel® 945GC
Southbridge Chipset – Intel® ICH7
I/O Controller –Fintek® F71872FG
High Definition Audio Codec – Realtek® ALC662
LAN Controller – Marvell® 88E8042
Memory:
—
Two DIMM sockets
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—
—
Supports unbuffered & non-ECC DDRII 667 (by overclocking)/ DDRII 533 SDRAM
Supports a total memory capacity of up to 4 GB
Supports Dual Channel data bus
Onboard HD Audio Codec (ALC 662):
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High performance Codec with high S/N ratio (>90 db)
Supports 6/4/2 channel playback capability
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—
—
—
Supports jack sensing and re-tasking function
Built-in Dolby Digital Live Technology
Supports Sony/ Philips Digital Interfaces (S/PDIF) output function (Optional)
Slots:
—
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One PCI-Express x16 interface slot for graphics card or expansion card
Two standard PCI slots for PCI standard expansion cards
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FDD Connector:
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—
Supports one FDD connector to set up to two floppy disk drives
Supports 360KB/ 720KB/ 1.2MB/ 1.44MB/ 2.88MB
IDE Connector:
—
One IDE connector
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—
Supports up to two IDE devices
Supports Ultra ATA 33/66/100
Supports high capacity hard disk drives
Serial ATA II Connector:
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Four SATA II connectors
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Supports SATA 2.0 specification and with transmit rate up to 3 Gbps
One SATA connector can only support one SATA HDD
Onboard LAN Chip:
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10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN supported
I/O facility Connectors
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Supports one PS/2 mouse port and one PS/2 keyboard port
Supports one serial port
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—
Supports one VGA port (=D-Sub)
Supports one parallel port（PARALLEL）header and one HDMI-SPDIF OUT (HDMI-SPDIF)
header with external devices connected
Universal Serial Bus:
—
Four onboard USB 2.0/ 1.1 ports
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—
Two front USB headers come with this mainboard for additional four USB ports
Support a maximum of eight USB ports to connect USB compliant devices
BIOS:
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Phoenix-Award™ BIOS
Support APM1.2
Support ACPI 2.0 power management
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Green Function:
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Supports Phoenix-Award™ BIOS power management function
Supports system-wake-from-power-saving-mode by keyboard or mouse touching
Shadow RAM:
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Integrated memory controller provides shadow RAM functionality and supports ROM
BIOS
Flash Memory:
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Supports flash memory functionality
Supports ESCD functionality
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Hardware Monitor Function:
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Monitors CPU/ Chassis Fan Speed
Monitors CPU and system temperature
Monitors system voltages
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Configuration
Layout of PM945GC (V2.0)
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Hardware Installation
This section will assist you in quickly installing your system hardware. Wear a wrist ground strap before
handling components. Electrostatic discharge may damage the system’s components.
CPU Processor Installation
This mainboard supports Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo/ Pentium® D/ Pentium® 4/ Celeron® D/ Celeron® Processors
using a Socket 775. Before building your system, we suggest you to visit the Intel website and review the
processor installation procedures. http://www.intel.com
CPU Socket 775 Configuration Steps:
1. Locate the CPU socket 775 on your
mainboard and nudge the lever away
from the socket as shown. Then lift the
lever to a 140-degree angle (A). Next,
lift up the iron cover (B).
A
B
2. There are 2 distinctive marks located
near the corners of the socket on the
same side as the lever as shown (C).
Match these marks with the marks on the
CPU and carefully lower the CPU down
onto the socket (D).
D
3. Replace the iron cover and then lower
the lever until it snaps back into position
(E). This will lock down the CPU (F).
F
4. Smear thermal grease on the top of the CPU. Lower the CPU fan
onto the CPU/CPU socket and secure it using the attachments or
screws provided on the fan. Finally, attach the fan power cord
to the CPUFAN header.
Attention
DO NOT touch the CPU pins in case they are damaged. Also, make sure
that you have completed all installation steps before powered on the
system. Finally, double-check that the cooling fan is properly installed
and the CPU fan power cord is securely attached, in case your CPU and
other sensitive components are damaged because of high temperatures.
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FAN Headers: CPUFAN, SYSFAN1, SYSFAN2
There are three fan headers available for cooling fans. The cooling fans play an important role in
maintaining ambient temperatures in your system. The CPUFAN header is attached with a CPU cooling
fan. The SYSFAN1 and SYSFAN2 headers are attached with other cooling fans.
SYSFAN1/ SYSFAN2
CPUFAN
Attention
You can avoid damaging your CPU due to high temperatures with proper cooling
equipment. It is recommended that attach a cooling fan on top of your CPU. Use
the CPUFAN header to attach the fan cord.
On most fan power cord, the black wire of the fan cable is the “ground” and
should be attached to pin-1 of the header.
Memory Installation: DIMM1/DIMM2
The PM945GC(V2.0) provides two DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Modules) sockets which allowing you to
install 240-pin, unbuffered non-ECC, DDRII 667 (by overclocking)/ DDRII 533 SDRAMs. It also supports
Dual Channel Technology and allows you installing a total memory capacity of 4 GB.
Attention
It is recommended that to install memories which are identical
specifications (same timing specifications and same DDRII speed) to achieve
the best effects. It may cause the failure of power-on or lower memory
speed if installing different type, SPD (series presence detects) memories.
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How to enable Dual-Channel DDRII:
1. These mainboards provide Dual-Channel functionality for the two DIMM sockets. Enabling
Dual-Channel can significantly increase your data access rates. DIMM1 and DIMM2 share one
channel.
2. For enabling Dual-Channel, you have to install two memories in the DIMM sockets at the same time;
according to the definition by Intel, once one channel of the memory capacity is the same with the
other channel, then Dual-Channel will be enabled.
3. For example, if you install one 256 MB memory in DIMM1 and the other one in DIMM2 (256MB x 2 =
512MB), so that the Dual-Channel can be enabled.
4. If you only install one memory, then the Dual-Channel won’t be enabled.
Memory Installation Steps:
1. Pull the white plastic tabs at both ends of the slot away from the slot.
2. Match the notch on the RAM module with the corresponding pattern in the DIMM slot. This will
ensure that the module will be inserted with the proper orientation.
3. Lower the RAM module into the DIMM Slot and press firmly using both thumbs until the module
snaps into place.
4. Repeat steps 1, 2 & 3 for the remaining RAM modules.
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The pictures above are for reference only. Your actual
installation may vary slightly from the pictures.
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Back Panel Configuration
PS/2 Mouse & PS/2 Keyboard Ports: KB/MS
This mainboard provides a standard PS/2 mouse port and a PS/2 keyboard port.
The Serial Port: COM1
This mainboard provides a serial port COM1 on your back panel, and is used to connect mice, modem and
other peripheral devices. Through this port, you can also transfer data from your computer hard disk
drive to other computers.
The VGA (D-SUB) Connector: VGA
The mainboard provides one VGA connector (= D-Sub connector) on back panel.
VGA connector (= D-Sub connector) delivers the analogy signals, and is able to connect with traditional
CRT display, flat display, or other display device which with the D-Sub interface compatible.
USB Ports/LAN Port: USB1, USB/LAN
There are four onboard USB 2.0/ 1.1 ports on the back panel. These USB ports are used to attach with
USB devices, such as keyboard, mice and other USB supported devices. There is also a 10/100 Mbps
Ethernet LAN port available for you to attach an Internet cable.
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Audio Ports: SOUND
This mainboard provides three audio ports, the Mic, Line-in and Line-out. These are the standard audio
ports that provide basic audio function.
Line-In (Blue)
This port is for audio input and connects to external audio
devices such as CD player, tape player, etc. When the
multi-channel audio system is enabled, this port will output
audio for the rear speakers.
Line-Out (Green)
This port is an output audio port used for connecting to speakers
or a headset. When the multi-channel audio system is enabled,
this port will output audio for the front speakers.
Mic-In (Pink)
This port is for connecting to a microphone. When the multi-channel audio system is enabled, this port
will output audio for your subwoofer/center speakers.
This mainboard supports Super 5.1 Channel Audio Effect, and you can transfer
2-channel to 6-channel audio. See Appendix I for more information.
Front Panel Headers: JW_FP, PWRLED, SPEAK
JW_FP
Pin
1
Assignment
VCC5 (+)
HDDLE (-)
GND
Function
Pin
2
Assignment
VCC5 (+)
PWRLED (-)
PWRBTN
GND
Function
Hard Drive LED
(HDLED)
2-pin Power LED
(PWR LED)
3
4
5
6
Power-on Button
(PWRBTN)
Reset Switch
(RESET)
7
RSTSW
N/C
8
9
10
Key
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Hard Drive LED Header: HDLED
If your case front panel has a hard drive LED cable, attach it to this header. The LED will flicker when
there is hard disk drive activity.
Reset Switch Header: RESET
This header can be attached to a momentary SPST switch (reset button) cable on your case front panel.
The switch is normally left open. When the switch closed, it will cause the mainboard to reset and run
the POST (Power-On Self Test).
Power-on Switch Header: PWRBTN
This header can be attached to a power switch cable on your case front panel. You can turn your system
on or off by pressing the button attached to this power switch cable.
2-pin Power LED Header: PWR LED
These mainboards provide a 2-pin power LED header. If there is a 2-pin power LED cord on your case
front panel, you can attach it to the 2-pin power LED header. Then the power LED will illuminate while
the system is powered on.
3-pin Power LED Header: PWRLED
These mainboards also provide a 3-pin power LED header. If there is a 3-pin power LED cord on your case
front panel, you can attach it to this 3-pin header instead of attach to the 2-pin one on the SW/LED
header.
Pin
1
Assignment
Pin Assignment
Key
PWR_LED (+)
2
PWRLED
PWR_LED (-)
3
Speaker Header: SPEAK
A speaker cable on your case front panel can be attached to this header. When you reboot the computer,
this speaker will issue a short audible (beep). If there are problems during the Power On Self-Test, the
system will issue an irregular pattern of audible beeps through this speaker.
Pin
1
Assignment
SPK
Pin Assignment
2
4
N/C
SPEAK
3
Ground
VCC5
Connectors
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FLOPPY
These mainboards provide a standard floppy disk drive connector (FDD) that supports 360KB/ 720KB/
1.2MB/ 1.44MB/ 2.88 MB floppy disk drives using a FDD ribbon cable.
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Hard Disk Drive Connectors: IDE1
The mainboards provide one IDE connector that supports Ultra ATA 33/66/100 IDE devices. You can
attach a maximum of two IDE devices, such as hard disk drive (HDD), CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, etc. using an
IDE ribbon cable.
In general, two IDE devices can be attached onto one IDE connector. If you attach two IDE HDDs, you
must configure one drive as the master and the other one as the slave. In this case, one optical device
i.e., CD-ROM, DVD-ROM…etc. should be attached to this connector as well.
SATA II Connector: SATA 1/2/3/4
The four SATA II connectors support 3 Gbps transmit rate, and one SATA connector only can attach one
SATA HDD of each time using SATA cables.
Attention
The FDD/ IDE cable is designed and should be attached with a specific
direction. One edge of the cable will usually in color such as red, to
indicate that should line up with the header pin-1.
Headers & Jumpers
Front USB Headers: USB2/3
These mainboards provide four onboard USB 1.1/2.0 ports (back panel) that attach to USB devices.
There are two additional USB headers that can be connected by cables to four more USB ports on the
front panel of your case giving you a possible eight USB ports.
Pin
1
Assignment
VCC
Pin
2
Assignment
VCC
3
-DATA
+DATA
GND
4
-DATA
+DATA
GND
5
6
USB2/3
7
8
9
Key
10
N/C
Attention
If you are using a USB 2.0 device with Windows 2000/XP, you will need to
install the USB 2.0 driver from the Microsoft® website. If you are using
Service pack 2 (or later) for Windows® XP, and using Service pack4 (or
later) for Windows® 2000, you will not have to install the driver.
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Printer Interface Header: PARALLEL (Optional)
This mainboard provides a PARALLEL header for you connecting an additional printer connector on your
case back panel. Attach the cable of printer connector (Optional) onto this header, and then you can use
the printer connector connecting with a printer.
Keyboard/Mouse & USB Power On function Header: JP1
PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse attached to the back panel can awaken the system from sleep mode. In
order to enable this functionality, you must adjust the jumper caps on JP1 header as the table below.
JP1
Assignment
KB/MS & USB Power ON Disable (Default)
1
1
Pin 1-2 Closed
KB/MS & USB Power ON Enabled
Pin 2-3 Closed
Note: Close stands for putting a jumper cap onto two header pins.
USB Power On function Header: JP3
USB devices attached to the back panel USB ports can awaken the system from sleep mode. In order to
enable this functionality, you must adjust the jumper cap on JP3 header for +5V or +5VSB mode
depending on which USB port that the USB device is attached to.
JP3
Assignment
Assignment
USB Power On Disable (Default)
+5V
Pin 1-2 Closed
USB Power On Enabled
+5VSB
Pin 2-3 Closed
Note: Close stands for putting a jumper cap onto two header pins.
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Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT
The “Clear CMOS” function is used when you are unable boot your system and need to reset the BIOS
settings (CMOS settings) back to the manufacturer’s original settings. This is also a way to reset the
system password if you have forgotten it.
JBAT
Assignment
Normal (Default)
Pin 1-2 Closed
Pin 2-3 Closed
Clear CMOS Data
Note: Close stands for putting a jumper cap onto two header pins.
The following steps explain how to reset your CMOS configurations
when you forgot a system password.
1. Turn off your system and disconnect the AC power cable.
2. Set JBAT header to OFF (2-3 Closed).
3. Wait several seconds.
4. Set JBAT header to ON (1-2 closed).
5. Connect the AC power cable and turn on your system.
6. Reset your new password.
Audio Configuration
CD-ROM Audio-In Connector: CDIN
The CD-IN connector is used to attach an audio cable to audio devices such as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs etc.
HDMI-SPDIF out Header: HDMI_SPDIF (Optional)
The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to an
external Dolby digital decoder. Use the feature only when your stereo system has digital input function.
HDMI_SPDIF
Pin
Assignment
Pin
Assignment
GND
HDMI_SPDIF_OUT
1
2
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Front Panel Audio Header: AUDIO
If your case front panel has audio ports, you can connect them to the Front Audio Header of this
mainboard.
AUDIO
Pin
1
Assignment
MIC2-L
Pin
2
Assignment
AUD_GND
MIC2-R
AUD_JD
AUD_GND
N/C
3
4
LINEOUT2-R
SENSE-FB
LINEOUT2-L
5
6
7
8
AUD_GND
9
10
Slots
Universal PCI-Express Interface slot: PE2
The PE2 slot is the PCI-Express interface slot which can be supported up to PCI-E x16 mode. It is
recommended that you insert a graphics card onto the PE2 slot which the interface is capable for PCI-E
x16 specification.
PCI Interface Slots: PCI1/2
PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect, which is a bus standard for installing expansion cards
such as network card, SCSI card, etc. to these PCI slots.
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Power Supply Attachments
ATX Power Connector: ATXPWR, ATX12V
These mainboards provide two ATX power connectors, one 24-pin ATXPWR connector and one 4-pin
ATX12V connector. You must use a power supply that has both of these connectors and both connectors
must be attached before the system is powered on. These power connectors support several power
management functions such as the instant power-on function. The connector pins are described below.
Pin
Assignment
Pin
Assignment
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
+3.3V
+3.3V
Ground
+5V
Ground
+5V
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
+3.3V
-12V
Ground
Soft Power ON
Ground
Ground
Ground
-5V
Ground
PW_ON
9
+5V standby voltage 21
+5V
10
11
12
+12V
+12V
+3.3V
22
23
24
+5V
+5V
Ground
ATXPWR
ATX12V
Pin
Assignment
Pin
Assignment
1
2
Ground
Ground
3
4
+12V
+12V
Attention
In general, power cords are designed and should be attached with a specific
direction. The black wire of the power cord is Ground and should be attached
onto the header location of Ground.
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Chapter 2. BIOS Setup
Introduction
This section describes PHOENIX-AWARD™ BIOS Setup program which resides in the BIOS firmware. The
Setup program allows users to modify the basic system configuration. The configuration information is
then saved to CMOS RAM where the data is sustained by battery after power-down.
The BIOS provides critical low-level support for standard devices such as disk drives, serial ports and
parallel ports. As well, the BIOS control the first stage of the boot process, loading and executing the
operating system.
The PHOENIX-AWARDTM BIOS installed in your computer system’s ROM is a custom version of an industry
standard BIOS. This means that it supports the BIOS of Intel® based processors.
This version of the PHOENIX-AWARDTM BIOS includes additional features such as virus and password
protection as well as special configurations for fine-tuning the system chipset. The defaults for the BIOS
values contained in this document may vary slightly with the version installed in your system.
Key Function
In general, you can use the arrow keys to highlight options, press <Enter> to select, use the <PgUp> and
<PgDn> keys to change entries, press <F1> for help and press <Esc> to quit. The following table provides
more detail about how to navigate within the BIOS Setup program.
Keystroke
Up arrow
Down arrow
Left arrow
Right arrow
Esc
Function
Move to previous option
Move to next option
Move to the option on the left (menu bar)
Move to the option on the right (menu bar)
Main Menu: Quit without saving changes
Submenus: Exit Current page to the next higher level menu
Move to the option you desire
Move Enter
PgUp key
PgDn key
+ Key
Increase the numeric value or enter changes
Decrease the numeric value or enter changes
Increase the numeric value or enter changes
Decrease the numeric value or enter changes
Main Menu – Quit and do not save changes into CMOS
Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu – Exit
Current page and return to Main Menu
General help on Setup navigation keys
Load previous values from CMOS
- Key
Esc key
F1 key
F5 key
F6 key
F7 key
F10 key
Load the defaults from BIOS default table
Load the turbo defaults
Save all the CMOS changes and exit
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Main Menu
Standard CMOS Features
Include all the adjustable items in standard compatible BIOS.
Advanced BIOS Features
Include all the adjustable items of Award special enhanced features.
Advanced Chipset Features
Include all the adjustable items of chipset special features.
Integrated Peripherals
Include all onboard peripherals.
Power Management Setup
Include all the adjustable items of Green function features.
PnP/PCI Configurations
Include all configurations of PCI and PnP ISA resources.
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PC Health Status
It is for monitoring the system status such as temperature, voltage, and fan speeds.
Miscellaneous Control
It is for you to specify settings for Miscellaneous Control, such as the CPU clock and frequency ratio.
Load Optimized Defaults
It can load the preset system parameter values to set the system in its best performance configurations.
Load Standard Defaults
It can load the preset system parameter values to set the system in its stable performance
configurations.
Set Supervisor Password
Set change or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system and/or BIOS setup.
Set User Password
Set change or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system.
Save & Exit Setup
Save CMOS value settings to CMOS and exit setup.
Exit Without Saving
Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.
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Chapter 3: Software Setup
Software List
Category
Platform
Intel® Chipset INF
Marvell® Lan Driver
Realtek® Audio Driver
Intel® VGA Driver
Windows Vista/ XP/ 2000
Windows Vista/ XP/ 2000
Windows Vista/ XP/ 2000
Windows Vista/ XP/ 2000
Windows XP/ 2000
Microsoft® DirectX9.0c
Attention
You don’t need to install the driver for USB 2.0 version
if you are using Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (or
more advanced), or Windows® 2000 with Service Pack
4 (or more advanced).
Software Installation
Place the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive and the Installation Utility will auto-run. You can also launch
the Driver CD Installation Utility manually by executing the Intel.exe program located on the Driver CD.
(For more details, please refer to the Readme.txt files that in each folder of the Driver.)
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The screen and images are only for general reference. The version of the screens you
received with your software may vary slightly.
1. When you insert the driver CD into the CD-ROM, you’ll see the screen as the picture below. There
are several driver buttons displayed in the “Driver Menu” screen, and you can click on the drivers to
install.
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For Windows Vista Driver
For Windows XP (64bit) Driver
Attention
Before you install the Realtek Audio Driver on Windows® XP (64bit)
operating system, please go to the Microsoft® website to install the
update for enabling HD Audio.
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For Windows XP (32bit) Driver
For Windows 2000 Driver
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Intel Chipset INF – It provides all drivers for the functions which built in
both the Northbridge/ Southbridge.
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Intel VGA Driver – It provides the driver of Intel VGA.
Marvell LAN Driver – It provides the driver of Marvell Network.
Realtek Audio Driver – It provides the driver of Realtek Audio CODEC.
Microsoft DirectX 9.0c – It provides the software of Microsoft DirectX 9.0c.
2. Click on the “User Manual” button, you can choose the manual to read.
Attention: Before you read manuals, you must install the driver
of Adobe Acrobat Reader 6 to browse PDF files.
3. If you click the “Browse CD” button, you can browse all the files in the Driver CD.
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Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
Problem 1:
No power to the system. Power light does not illuminate. Fan inside power supply does not turn on.
Indicator lights on keyboard are not lit.
Causes:
1. Power cable is unplugged.
2. Defective power cable.
3. Power supply failure.
4. Faulty wall outlet; circuit breaker or fuse blown.
Solutions:
1. Make sure power cable is securely plugged in.
2. Replace cable.
3.Contact technical support.
4.Use different socket, repair outlet, reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Problem 2:
System inoperative. Keyboard lights are on, power indicator lights are lit, hard drive is active but system
seems “hung”
Causes: Memory DIMM is partially dislodged from the slot on the mainboard.
Solutions:
1. Power Down
2. Using even pressure on both ends of the DIMM, press down firmly until the module snaps into place.
Problem 3:
System does not boot from the hard disk drive but can be booted from the CD-ROM drive.
Causes:
1. Connector between hard drive and system board unplugged.
2. Damaged hard disk or disk controller.
3. Hard disk directory or FAT is corrupted.
Solutions:
1. Check the cable running from the disk to the disk controller board. Make sure both ends are securely
attached. Check the drive type in the standard CMOS setup.
2. Contact technical support.
3. Backing up the hard drive is extremely important. Make sure your periodically perform backups to
avoid untimely disk crashes.
Problem 4:
System only boots from the CD-ROM. The hard disk can be read and applications can be used but booting
from the hard disk is impossible.
Causes: Hard Disk boot sector has been corrupted.
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Solutions: Back up data and applications files. Reformat the hard drive. Re-install applications and data
using backup disks.
Problem 5:
Error message reading “SECTOR NOT FOUND” displays and the system does not allow certain data to be
accessed.
Causes: There are many reasons for this such as virus intrusion or disk failure.
Solutions: Back up any salvageable data. Then performs low level format, partition, and then a high
level format the hard drive. Re-install all saved data when completed.
Problem 6:
Screen message says “Invalid Configuration” or “CMOS Failure.”
Causes: Incorrect information entered into the BIOS setup program.
Solutions: Review system’s equipment. Reconfigure the system.
Problem 7:
The Screen is blank.
Causes: No power to monitor.
Solutions: Check the power connectors to the monitor and to the system.
Problem 8:
Blank screen.
Causes:
1. Memory problem.
2. Computer virus.
Solutions:
1. Reboot computer. Reinstall memory. Make sure that all memory modules are securely installed.
2. Use anti-virus programs to detect and clean viruses.
Problem 9:
Screen goes blank periodically.
Causes: Screen saver is enabled.
Solutions: Disable screen saver.
Problem 10:
Keyboard failure.
Causes: Keyboard is disconnected.
Solutions: Reconnect keyboard. Replace keyboard if you continue to experience problems.
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Problem 11:
No color on screen.
Causes:
1. Faulty Monitor.
2. CMOS incorrectly set up.
Solutions:
1. If possible, connect monitor to another system. If no color appears, replace monitor.
2. Call technical support.
Problem 12:
The screen displays “C: drive failure.”
Causes: Hard drive cable not connected properly.
Solutions: Check hard drive cable.
Problem 13:
Cannot boot the system after installing a second hard drive.
Causes:
1. Master/slave jumpers not set correctly.
2. Hard drives are not compatible / different manufacturers.
Solutions:
1. Set master/slave jumpers correctly.
2.Run SETUP program and select the correct drive types. Call drive manufacturers for possible
compatibility problems with other drives.
Problem 14:
Missing operating system on hard drive.
Causes: CMOS setup has been changed.
Solutions: Run setup and select the correct drive type.
Problem 15:
Certain keys do not function.
Causes: Keys jammed or defective.
Solutions: Replace keyboard.
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Appendix I: 6/4/2 Channel Audio Effect
Setup
Channels Setup
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3.
4.
After into the system, click the audio icon
from the Windows screen.
Click “Audio I/O” button, you can see the screen like the picture below.
You can choose 2, 4, 6 or 8 channels by your speakers.
You can click the “Auto test” button
to test your audio devices.
To take advantage of 6 Channel
Audio Effects, you must use audio
software that supports this
functionality. You must also make
sure your software is specifically
configured for 6 Channel Audio
Effect support.
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