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Copyr�ght Not�ceThe mater�al �n th�s document �s the �ntellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNA-TIONAL. We take every care �n the preparat�on of th�s document, but no guarantee �s g�ven as to the correctness of �ts contents. Our products are under cont�nual �mprove-ment and we reserve the r�ght to make changes w�thout not�ce.

TrademarksAll trademarks are the propert�es of the�r respect�ve owners.

MSI® �s reg�stered trademark of M�cro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd.NVIDIA® �s reg�stered trademark of NVIDIA Corporat�on.ATI® �s reg�stered trademark of ATI Technolog�es, Inc.AMD® �s reg�stered trademarks of AMD Corporat�on.Intel® �s reg�stered trademarks of Intel Corporat�on.W�ndows® �s reg�stered trademarks of M�crosoft Corporat�on.AMI® �s reg�stered trademark of Amer�can Megatrends Inc.Award® �s a reg�stered trademark of Phoen�x Technolog�es Ltd.Sound Blaster® �s reg�stered trademark of Creat�ve Technology Ltd.Realtek® �s reg�stered trademark of Realtek Sem�conductor Corporat�on.JM�cron® �s reg�stered trademark of JM�cron Technology Corporat�on.Netware® �s a reg�stered trademark of Novell, Inc.

Rev�s�on H�storyRev�s�on Rev�s�on H�story DateV1.0 F�rst release for PCB 1.X November 2009

Techn�cal SupportIf a problem ar�ses w�th your system and no solut�on can be obta�ned from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local d�str�butor. Alternat�vely, please try the follow�ng help resources for further gu�dance.

V�s�t the MSI webs�te for FAQ, techn�cal gu�de, BIOS updates, dr�ver updates, and other �nformat�on: http://www.ms�.com/�ndex.php?func=serv�ce

Contact our techn�cal staff at: http://ocss.ms�.com

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Safety Instruct�onsAlways read the safety �nstruct�ons carefully.Keep th�s User’s Manual for future reference.Keep th�s equ�pment away from hum�d�ty.Lay th�s equ�pment on a rel�able flat surface before sett�ng �t up.The open�ngs on the enclosure are for a�r convect�on hence protects the equ�pment from overheat�ng. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before connect�ng the equ�pment to the power �nlet.Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on �t. Do not place any-th�ng over the power cord.Always Unplug the Power Cord before �nsert�ng any add-on card or module.All caut�ons and warn�ngs on the equ�pment should be noted.Never pour any l�qu�d �nto the open�ng that could damage or cause electr�cal shock.If any of the follow�ng s�tuat�ons ar�ses, get the equ�pment checked by serv�ce personnel:

The power cord or plug �s damaged.

L�qu�d has penetrated �nto the equ�pment.

The equ�pment has been exposed to mo�sture.

The equ�pment does not work well or you can not get �t work accord�ng to User’s Manual.

The equ�pment has dropped and damaged.

The equ�pment has obv�ous s�gn of breakage.DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 600 C (1400F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

CAUTION: Danger of explos�on �f battery �s �ncorrectly replaced. Replace only w�th the same or equ�valent type recommended by the manufacturer.

警告使用者:這是甲類資訊產品，在居住的環境中使用時，可能會造成無線電干擾，在這種情況下，使用者會被要求採取某些適當的對策。

廢電池請回收For better env�ronmental protect�on, waste batter�es should be collected separately for recycle�ng spec�al d�sposal.

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FCC-B Rad�o Frequency Interference StatementTh�s equ�pment has been tested and found to comply w�th the l�m�ts for a Class B d�g�-tal dev�ce, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These l�m�ts are des�gned to prov�de reasonable protect�on aga�nst harmful �nter-ference �n a res�dent�al �nstallat�on. Th�s equ�pment generates, uses and can rad�ate rad�o frequency energy and, �f not �nstalled and used �n accordance w�th the �nstruc-t�ons, may cause harmful �nterference to rad�o commun�cat�ons. However, there �s no guarantee that �nterference w�ll not occur �n a part�cular �nstallat�on. If th�s equ�pment does cause harmful �nterference to rad�o or telev�s�on recept�on, wh�ch can be deter-m�ned by turn�ng the equ�pment off and on, the user �s encouraged to try to correct the �nterference by one or more of the measures l�sted below.

Reor�ent or relocate the rece�v�ng antenna.

Increase the separat�on between the equ�pment and rece�ver.

Connect the equ�pment �nto an outlet on a c�rcu�t d�fferent from that to wh�ch the rece�ver �s connected.

Consult the dealer or an exper�enced rad�o/telev�s�on techn�c�an for help.

Not�ce 1The changes or mod�ficat�ons not expressly approved by the party respons�ble for com-pl�ance could vo�d the user’s author�ty to operate the equ�pment.Not�ce 2Sh�elded �nterface cables and A.C. power cord, �f any, must be used �n order to comply w�th the em�ss�on l�m�ts.

VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

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Th�s dev�ce compl�es w�th Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operat�on �s subject to the follow-�ng two cond�t�ons:

th�s dev�ce may not cause harmful �nterference, and th�s dev�ce must accept any �nterference rece�ved, �nclud�ng �nterference that may cause undes�red operat�on.

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WEEE (Waste Electr�cal and Electron�c Equ�pment) Statement

ENGLISHTo protect the global env�ronment and as an env�ronmental�st, MSI must re-m�nd you that...Under the European Un�on (“EU”) D�rect�ve on Waste Electr�cal and Elec-tron�c Equ�pment, D�rect�ve 2002/96/EC, wh�ch takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of “electr�cal and electron�c equ�pment” cannot be d�scarded as mun�c�pal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electron�c equ�p-ment w�ll be obl�gated to take back such products at the end of the�r useful l�fe. MSI w�ll comply w�th the product take back requ�rements at the end of l�fe of MSI-branded prod-ucts that are sold �nto the EU. You can return these products to local collect�on po�nts.

DEUTSCHH�nwe�s von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer UmweltGemäß der R�chtl�n�e 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und Elektron�k-Altgeräte dürfen Elek-tro- und Elektron�k-Altgeräte n�cht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI hat europawe�t versch�edene Sammel- und Recycl�ngunternehmen beauftragt, d�e �n d�e Europä�sche Un�on �n Verkehr gebrachten Produkte, am Ende se�nes Lebenszyklus zurückzunehmen. B�tte entsorgen S�e d�eses Produkt zum gegebenen Ze�tpunkt aus-schl�essl�ch an e�ner lokalen Altgerätesammelstelle �n Ihrer Nähe.

FRANÇAISEn tant qu’écolog�ste et afin de protéger l’env�ronnement, MSI t�ent à rappeler cec�...Au sujet de la d�rect�ve européenne (EU) relat�ve aux déchets des équ�pement élec-tr�ques et électron�ques, d�rect�ve 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produ�ts électr�ques et électron�ques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout s�mplement m�s à la poubelle. Les fabr�cants de ces équ�pements seront obl�gés de récupérer certa�ns produ�ts en fin de v�e. MSI prendra en compte cette ex�gence relat�ve au retour des produ�ts en fin de v�e au se�n de la communauté européenne. Par con-séquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matér�els dans les po�nts de collecte.

РУССКИЙКомпания MSI предпринимает активные действия по защите окружающей среды, поэтому напоминаем вам, что.... В соответствии с директивой Европейского Союза (ЕС) по предотвращению загрязнения окружающей среды использованным электрическим и электронным оборудованием (директива WEEE 2002/96/EC), вступающей в силу 13 августа 2005 года, изделия, относящиеся к электрическому и электронному оборудованию, не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор, поэтому производители вышеперечисленного электронного оборудования обязаны принимать его для переработки по окончании срока службы. MSI обязуется соблюдать требования по приему продукции, проданной под маркой MSI на территории EC, в переработку по окончании срока службы. Вы можете вернуть эти изделия в специализированные пункты приема.

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ESPAÑOLMSI como empresa compromet�da con la protecc�ón del med�o amb�ente, recom�enda:Bajo la d�rect�va 2002/96/EC de la Un�ón Europea en mater�a de desechos y/o equ�-pos electrón�cos, con fecha de r�gor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clas�ficados como “eléctr�cos y equ�pos electrón�cos” no pueden ser depos�tados en los contenedores hab�tuales de su mun�c�p�o, los fabr�cantes de equ�pos electrón�cos, están obl�gados a hacerse cargo de d�chos productos al term�no de su período de v�da. MSI estará compromet�do con los térm�nos de recog�da de sus productos vend�dos en la Un�ón Europea al final de su per�odo de v�da. Usted debe depos�tar estos productos en el punto l�mp�o establec�do por el ayuntam�ento de su local�dad o entregar a una empresa autor�zada para la recog�da de estos res�duos.

NEDERLANDSOm het m�l�eu te beschermen, w�l MSI u eraan her�nneren dat….De r�chtl�jn van de Europese Un�e (EU) met betrekk�ng tot Vervu�l�ng van Electr�sche en Electron�sche producten (2002/96/EC), d�e op 13 Augustus 2005 �n zal gaan kun-nen n�et meer beschouwd worden als vervu�l�ng. Fabr�kanten van d�t soort producten worden verpl�cht om producten retour te nemen aan het e�nd van hun levenscyclus. MSI zal overeenkomst�g de r�chtl�jn handelen voor de producten d�e de merknaam MSI dragen en verkocht z�jn �n de EU. Deze goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale �nzamel�ngspunten.

SRPSKIDa b� zašt�t�l� pr�rodnu sred�nu, � kao preduzeće koje vod� računa o okol�n� � pr�rodnoj sred�n�, MSI mora da vas podest� da…Po D�rekt�v� Evropske un�je (“EU”) o odbačenoj ekektronskoj � elektr�čnoj oprem�, D�-rekt�va 2002/96/EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, pro�zvod� koj� spadaju pod “elektronsku � elektr�čnu opremu” ne mogu v�še b�t� odbačen� kao ob�čan otpad � pro�zvođač� ove opreme b�će pr�nuđen� da uzmu natrag ove pro�zvode na kraju nj�hovog uob�čajenog veka trajanja. MSI će poštovat� zahtev o preuz�manju ovakv�h pro�zvoda koj�ma je �stekao vek trajanja, koj� �maju MSI oznaku � koj� su prodat� u EU. Ove pro�z-vode možete vrat�t� na lokaln�m mest�ma za pr�kupljanje.

POLSKIAby chron�ć nasze środow�sko naturalne oraz jako firma dbająca o ekolog�ę, MSI przy-pom�na, że...Zgodn�e z Dyrektywą Un�� Europejsk�ej (“UE”) dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektry-cznych � elektron�cznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodz� w życ�e 13 s�erpn�a 2005, tzw. “produkty oraz wyposażen�e elektryczne � elektron�czne “ n�e mogą być trak-towane jako śm�ec� komunalne, tak w�ęc producenc� tych produktów będą zobow�ązan� do odb�eran�a �ch w momenc�e gdy produkt jest wycofywany z użyc�a. MSI wypełn� wymagan�a UE, przyjmując produkty (sprzedawane na teren�e Un�� Europejsk�ej) wy-cofywane z użyc�a. Produkty MSI będz�e można zwracać w wyznaczonych punktach zb�orczych.

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TÜRKÇEÇevrec� özell�ğ�yle b�l�nen MSI dünyada çevrey� korumak �ç�n hatırlatır:Avrupa B�rl�ğ� (AB) Kararnames� Elektr�k ve Elektron�k Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnames� altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tar�h�nden �t�baren geçerl� olmak üzere, elektr�kl� ve elektron�k malzemeler d�ğer atıklar g�b� çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elekton�k c�hazların üret�c�ler�, c�hazların kullanım süreler� b�tt�kten sonra ürünler� ger� toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır. Avrupa B�rl�ğ�’ne satılan MSI markalı ürünler�n kullanım süreler� b�tt�ğ�nde MSI ürünler�n ger� alınması �steğ� �le �şb�rl�ğ� �çer�s�nde olacaktır. Ürünler�n�z� yerel toplama noktalarına bırakab�l�rs�n�z.

ČESKYZáleží nám na ochraně ž�votního prostředí - společnost MSI upozorňuje...Podle směrn�ce Evropské un�e (“EU”) o l�kv�dac� elektr�ckých a elektron�ckých výrobků 2002/96/EC platné od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno l�kv�dovat “elektr�cké a elektron�cké výrobky” v běžném komunálním odpadu a výrobc� elektron�ckých výrobků, na které se tato směrn�ce vztahuje, budou pov�nn� odebírat takové výrobky zpět po skončení je-j�ch ž�votnost�. Společnost MSI splní požadavky na odebírání výrobků značky MSI, prodávaných v zemích EU, po skončení jej�ch ž�votnost�. Tyto výrobky můžete odevzdat v místních sběrnách.

MAGYARAnnak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, �lletve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI emlékeztet� Önt, hogy ...Az Európa� Un�ó („EU”) 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elek-tron�kus berendezések hulladéka�ról szóló 2002/96/EK �rányelve szer�nt az elektromos és elektron�kus berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakosság� hulladékként, és az �lyen elektron�kus berendezések gyártó� kötelessé válnak az �lyen termékek v�sszavé-telére azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI betartja a termékv�sszavétellel kapc-solatos követelményeket az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül értékesített termékek esetében, azok élettartamának végén. Az �lyen termékeket a legközelebb� gyűjtőhelyre v�het�.

ITALIANOPer proteggere l’amb�ente, MSI, da sempre am�ca della natura, t� r�corda che….In base alla D�rett�va dell’Un�one Europea (EU) sullo Smalt�mento de� Mater�al� Elettr�c� ed Elettron�c�, D�rett�va 2002/96/EC �n v�gore dal 13 Agosto 2005, prodott� appartenent� alla categor�a de� Mater�al� Elettr�c� ed Elettron�c� non possono p�ù essere el�m�nat� come r�fiut� mun�c�pal�: � produttor� d� dett� mater�al� saranno obbl�gat� a r�t�rare ogn� prodotto alla fine del suo c�clo d� v�ta. MSI s� adeguerà a tale D�rett�va r�t�rando tutt� � prodott� march�at� MSI che sono stat� vendut� all’�nterno dell’Un�one Europea alla fine del loro c�clo d� v�ta. È poss�b�le portare � prodott� nel p�ù v�c�no punto d� raccolta

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CONTENTSCopyr�ght Not�ce ............................................................................................ ��Trademarks .................................................................................................... ��Rev�s�on H�story............................................................................................. ��Techn�cal Support.......................................................................................... ��Safety Instruct�ons .........................................................................................��FCC-B Rad�o Frequency Interference Statement.......................................... �vWEEE (Waste Electr�cal and Electron�c Equ�pment) Statement .................... vChapter 1 Gett�ng Started............................................................................1-1

Ma�nboard Spec�ficat�ons ..................................................................................... 1-2Ma�nboard Layout ................................................................................................ 1-4Pack�ng Checkl�st ................................................................................................. 1-5

Chapter 2 Hardware Setup ..........................................................................2-1Qu�ck Components Gu�de .................................................................................... 2-2CPU (Central Process�ng Un�t) ............................................................................ 2-3Memory ................................................................................................................ 2-7Power Supply ....................................................................................................... 2-9Back Panel ......................................................................................................... 2-10Connectors ......................................................................................................... 2-12Jumpers ............................................................................................................. 2-18Slots ................................................................................................................... 2-20LED Status Ind�cators ........................................................................................ 2-21

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup .................................................................................3-1Enter�ng Setup ..................................................................................................... 3-2The Ma�n Menu .................................................................................................... 3-4Standard CMOS Features .................................................................................... 3-6Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................................... 3-8Integrated Per�pherals ........................................................................................ 3-10Power Management Setup ................................................................................. 3-12H/W Mon�tor ....................................................................................................... 3-14Green Power ...................................................................................................... 3-15BIOS Sett�ng Password ...................................................................................... 3-16Cell Menu ........................................................................................................... 3-17M-Flash .............................................................................................................. 3-25Overclock�ng Profile ........................................................................................... 3-28Load Fa�l-Safe/ Opt�m�zed Defaults ................................................................... 3-29

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Append�x A Realtek Aud�o .......................................................................... A-1Install�ng the Realtek HD Aud�o Dr�ver .................................................................A-2Software Configurat�on .........................................................................................A-4Hardware Setup .................................................................................................A-19

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Thank you for choos�ng the H55M-E33 / H55M-P31 Ser�es (MS-7636 v1.X) M�cro-ATX ma�nboard. The H55M-E33 / H55M-P31 Ser�es ma�nboards are based on Intel® H55 ch�psets for opt�mal system effic�ency. Des�gned to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1156 processor, the H55M-E33 / H55M-P31 Ser�es del�ver a h�gh performance and profess�onal desktop platform solut�on.

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Mainboard SpecificationS

Processor SupportIntel® Core™ �7, Core™ �5 (Lynnfield & Clarkdale), Core™ �3 and Pent�um® processor �n the LGA1156 package(For the latest �nformat�on about CPU, please v�s�t http://www.ms�.com/�ndex.php?func=cpuform2)

Base Clock133 MHz

Ch�psetIntel® H55 ch�pset

Memory Support4 DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2133*(OC)/ 2000*(OC) /1600*(OC)/ 1333/ 1066 DRAM (16GB Max)Supports Dual-Channel mode*(For more �nformat�on on compat�ble components, please v�s�t http://www.ms�.com/�ndex.php?func=testreport)

LANSupports LAN 10/100/1000 by Realtek® RTL8111DL

Aud�oCh�p �ntegrated by Realtek® ALC889 (True Blu-ray Aud�o)Flex�ble 8-channel aud�o w�th jack sens�ngCompl�ant w�th Azal�a 1.0 Spec

IDE (opt�onal)1 IDE port by JM�cron® JMB368Supports Ultra DMA 100/133 modeSupports PIO, Bus Master operat�on mode

SATA6 SATA 3Gb/s (SATA1~6) ports by Intel® H55

ConnectorsBack panel

1 PS/2 keyboard port1 PS/2 mouse port6 USB 2.0 ports1 HDMI port* (opt�onal)1 VGA port*1 DVI port* (opt�onal)1 LAN port6 flex�ble aud�o ports (for H55M-E33)3 flex�ble aud�o ports (for H55M-P31)

*(The HDMI, VGA and DVI ports only work w�th Integrated Graph�cs Processor)On-Board

3 USB 2.0 connectors 1 Chass�s Intrus�on connector

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1 CD-In connector1 S/PDIF-Out connector1 Front Panel Aud�o connector1 TPM Module connector1 Parallel connector2 Ser�al connectors

Slots1 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot2 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots1 PCI slot, support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface

Form FactorATX (24.4cm X 24.0 cm)

Mount�ng 6 mount�ng holes

If you need to purchase accessor�es and request the part numbers, you could search the product web page and find deta�ls on our web address belowhttp://www.ms�.com/�ndex.php

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T:RS-OutM:CS-OutB:SS-Out

Top: VGA PortBottom: DVI Port (optional)

USB ports

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APS LED

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MSI ma�nboard MSI Dr�ver/Ut�l�ty DVD SATA Cable

Power Cable USB Bracket (Opt�onal) Standard Cable for IDE Dev�ces (Opt�onal)

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Th�s chapter prov�des you w�th the �nformat�on about hardware setup procedures. Wh�le do�ng the �nstalla-t�on, be careful �n hold�ng the components and follow the �nstallat�on procedures. For some components, �f you �nstall �n the wrong or�entat�on, the components w�ll not work properly.Use a grounded wr�st strap before handl�ng computer components. Stat�c electr�c�ty may damage the compo-nents.

Chapter 2Hardware Setup

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Hardware Setup▍ MS-7636Hardware Setup▍ MS-7636

Quick coMponentS guide

Back Panel, p.2-10

CPU, p.2-3

CPUFAN, p.2-14

DDR3, p.2-7

JLPT1, p.2-16

JPWR2, p.2-9

JPWR1, p.2-9

IDE1, p.2-12

SYSFAN2, p.2-14

SATA1~6, p.2-13

JFP1, JFP2, p.2-14

JUSB1~3, p.2-15

JCOM1,JCOM2 p.2-13

JSP1, p.2-16

JCD1, p.2-15

JAUD1, p.2-17

PCI, p.2-20

JCI1, p.2-12

JTPM1, p.2-17

PCIE, p.2-20

SYSFAN1, p.2-14

JBAT, p.2-18

OC_SW1, p.2-19

Hardware Setup▍ MS-7636

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cpu (centraL proceSSing unit)When you are �nstall�ng the CPU, make sure to �nstall the cooler to prevent overheat�ng. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turn�ng on the computer.For the latest �nformat�on about CPU, please v�s�t http://www.ms�.com/�ndex.php?func=cpuform2

ImportantOverheat�ngOverheat�ng w�ll ser�ously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the cool�ng fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheat�ng. Make sure that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heats�nk to enhance heat d�ss�pat�on.Replac�ng the CPUWh�le replac�ng the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug the power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the safety of CPU.Overclock�ngTh�s ma�nboard �s des�gned to support overclock�ng. However, please make sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal sett�ng, wh�le do�ng overclock�ng. Any attempt to operate beyond product spec�ficat�ons �s not recommended. We do not guar-antee the damages or r�sks caused by �nadequate operat�on or beyond product spec�-ficat�ons.

Introduct�on to LGA 1156 CPUThe p�n-pad s�de of LGA 1156 CPU. The surface of LGA 1156 CPU. Remem-

ber to apply some thermal paste on �t for better heat d�spers�on.

Al�gnment Key

Yellow tr�angle �s the P�n 1 �nd�cator

Al�gnment Key

Yellow tr�angle �s the P�n 1 �nd�cator

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CPU & Cooler Installat�onWhen you are �nstall�ng the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheat�ng. Meanwh�le, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before �nstall�ng the heat s�nk/cooler fan for better heat d�spers�on. Follow the steps below to �nstall the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong �nstallat�on w�ll cause the damage of your CPU & ma�nboard.

Open the load level. 1. L�ft the load lever up to fully open pos�t�on

2.

The CPU socket has a plast�c cap on �t to protect the contact from damage. Before you �nstall CPU, always cover �t to protect the socket p�n. Romove the cap (as the arrow shows).

3. After confirm�ng the CPU d�rect�on for correct mat�ng, put down the CPU �n the socket hous�ng frame. Be sure to grasp on the edge of the CPU base. Note that the al�gnment keys are matched.

4.

Al�gnment Key


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V�sually �nspect �f the CPU �s seated well �nto the socket. If not, take out the CPU w�th pure vert�cal mot�on and re�nstall.

5. Engage the load lever wh�le press�ng down l�ghtly onto the load plate.

6.

Secure the lever near the hook end under the retent�on tab.

7. Make sure the four hooks are �n por-per pos�t�on before you �nstall the cooler.

8.

ImportantConfirm �f your CPU cooler �s firmly �nstalled before turn�ng on your system.Do not touch the CPU socket p�ns to avo�d damag�ng.

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Ma�nboard

Hook

ImportantRead the CPU status �n BIOS.Whenever CPU �s not �nstalled, always protect your CPU socket p�n w�th the plast�c cap covered (shown �n F�gure 1) to avo�d damag�ng.Ma�nboard photos shown �n th�s sect�on are for demonstrat�on of the CPU/ cooler �n-stallat�on only. The appearance of your ma�nboard may vary depend�ng on the model you purchase.Please refer to the documentat�on �n the CPU fan package for more deta�ls about the CPU fan �nstallat�on.

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Al�gn the holes on the ma�nboard w�th the heats�nk. Push down the cooler unt�l �ts four cl�ps get wedged �nto the holes of the ma�nboard.

9. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler.

10.

Turn over the ma�nboard to confirm that the cl�p-ends are correctly �n-serted.

11. F�nally, attach the CPU Fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the ma�n-board.

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MeMory

These DIMM slots are used for �nstall�ng memory modules. For more �nformat�on on compat�ble components, please v�s�t http://www.ms�.com/�ndex.php?func=testreport

DDR3240-p�n, 1.5V

48x2=96 p�n 72x2=144 p�n

Memory Populat�on RulePlease refer to the follow�ng �llustrat�ons for memory populat�on rules.Dual-Channel mode Populat�on RuleIn Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transm�t and rece�ve data w�th two data bus l�nes s�multaneously. Enabl�ng Dual-Channel mode can enhance the system performance. The follow�ng �llustrat�ons expla�n the populat�on rules for Dual-Channel mode.

1

DIMM2

DIMM1

DIMM4

DIMM3

2

DIMM2

DIMM1

DIMM4

DIMM3

ImportantDDR3 memory modules are not �nterchangeable w�th DDR2 and the DDR3 standard �s not backwards compat�ble. You should always �nstall DDR3 memory modules �n the DDR3 DIMM slots.In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you �nstall memory modules of the same type and dens�ty �n d�fferent channel DIMM slots.To enable successful system boot-up (Lynnfield CPU espec�ally), always �nsert the memory modules �nto the DIMM1 first.Due to the ch�pset resource deployment, the system dens�ty w�ll only be detected up to 15+GB (not full 16GB) when each DIMM �s �nstalled w�th a 4GB memory module.

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Install�ng Memory ModulesThe memory module has only one notch on the center and w�ll only fit �n the r�ght or�entat�on.Insert the memory module vert�cally �nto the DIMM slot. Then push �t �n unt�l the golden finger on the memory module �s deeply �nserted �n the DIMM slot. The plast�c cl�p at each s�de of the DIMM slot w�ll automat�cally close when the memory module �s properly seated.Manually check �f the memory module has been locked �n place by the DIMM slot cl�ps at the s�des.

Notch

Volt

ImportantYou can barely see the golden finger �f the memory module �s properly �nserted �n the DIMM slot.

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power SuppLy

ATX 24-p�n Power Connector: JPWR1Th�s connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-p�n power supply. To connect the ATX 24-p�n power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply �s �nserted �n the proper or�entat�on and the p�ns are al�gned. Then push down the power supply firmly �nto the connector.You may use the 20-p�n ATX power supply as you l�ke. If you’d l�ke to use the 20-p�n ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along w�th p�n 1 & p�n 13.

13.+3.3V

1.+3.3V

14.-12V

2.+3.3V

15.Ground

3.Ground

16.PS-ON#

4.+5V

17.Ground

5.Ground

18.Ground

6.+5V

19.Ground

7.Ground

22.+5V

10.+12V

20.Res

8.PWR OK

23.+5V

11.+12V

21.+5V

9.5VSB

24.Ground

12.+3.3V

ATX 4-p�n Power Connector: JPWR2Th�s connector �s used to prov�de the power output to the CPU.

4.+12V

2.Ground

3.+12V

1.Ground

ImportantMake sure that all the connectors are connected to proper ATX power suppl�es to ensure stable operat�on of the ma�nboard.Power supply of 400 watts (and above) �s h�ghly recommended for system stab�l�ty.ATX 12V power connect�on should be greater than 18A.

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back paneL

Mouse/KeyboardThe standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector �s for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.

USB PortThe USB (Un�versal Ser�al Bus) port �s for attach�ng USB dev�ces such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compat�ble dev�ces.

LAN The standard RJ-45 LAN jack �s for connect�on to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to �t.

LED Color LED State Cond�t�on

Left Yellow Off LAN l�nk �s not establ�shed.

On(Steady state) LAN l�nk �s establ�shed.

On(br�ghter & puls�ng) The computer �s commun�cat�ng w�th another computer on the LAN.

R�ght Green Off 10 Mb�ts/sec data rate �s selected.

On 100 Mb�ts/sec data rate �s selected.

Orange On 1000 Mb�ts/sec data rate �s selected.

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Mouse/Keyboard

USB Port

LAN

L�ne-In

L�ne-Out

M�c

RS-Out

CS-Out

SS-Out

HDMI Port

USB Port

Yellow Green/ Orange

USB Port

VGA Port

DVI Port

Mouse/Keyboard

USB Port

LAN

L�ne-In

L�ne-Out

M�c

USB Port

USB Port

VGA Port

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VGA PortThe DB15-p�n female connector �s prov�ded for mon�tor.

HDMI Port (opt�onal)The H�gh-Defin�t�on Mult�med�a Interface (HDMI) �s an all-d�g�tal aud�o/v�deo �nterface capable of transm�tt�ng uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all TV format, �nclud�ng standard, enhanced, or h�gh-defin�t�on v�deo, plus mult�-channel d�g�tal aud�o on a s�ngle cable.

DVI Port (opt�onal)The DVI (D�g�tal V�sual Interface) connector allows you to connect a LCD mon�tor. It prov�des a h�gh-speed d�g�tal �nterconnect�on between the computer and �ts d�splay dev�ce. To connect an LCD mon�tor, s�mply plug your mon�tor cable �nto the DVI connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable �s properly connected to your mon�tor (refer to your mon�tor manual for more �nformat�on.)

ImportantThe VGA, HDMI and DVI d�splay �nterfaces on the ma�nboard are des�gned to serve as IGP (Integrated Graph�cs Processor) used. If you �nstalled a processor w�thout �ntegrated graph�cs ch�p, these d�splay ports w�ll have no effect.

Aud�o PortsThese aud�o connectors are used for aud�o dev�ces. It �s easy to d�fferent�ate between aud�o effects accord�ng to the color of aud�o jacks.

L�ne-In: Blue - L�ne In, �s used for external CD player, tape-player or other aud�o dev�ces. L�ne-Out: Green - L�ne Out, �s a connector for speakers or headphones.M�c: P�nk - M�c, �s a connector for m�crophones. RS-Out: Black (opt�onal) - Rear-Surround Out �n 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode. CS-Out: Orange (opt�onal)- Center/ Subwoofer Out �n 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.SS-Out: Gray (opt�onal)- S�de-Surround Out 7.1 channel mode.

ImportantTo reach the 8-channel sound effect, the 7th and 8th channels must be output from front panel �f you purchase the ma�nboard w�th 3 aud�o jacks.

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connectorS

IDE Connector: IDE1 (opt�onal)Th�s connector supports IDE hard d�sk dr�ves, opt�cal d�sk dr�ves and other IDE de-v�ces.

CD-ROMMSIKdkl kdkfk kkfdkkl

ddfkkksd dfddfasdka df - d dfdd

addfdfdddddfadfadkjasjdkdfdfasd

ddffasdfdddddddfdasfdasasdf

asd asd asdddddddfasasdfsdf fsdf

adff fasdff fdf

Floppy DMSIFloppy DMSIKdkl kdkfk kkfdkkl





adf ff asdf ff df

Floppy DMSIK dkl kdkfk kkfdkkl



ddf fasdfdddddddfdasfdasasdf


adff fasdf ff df

3 1/2" F loppy Di sk D r ive Connector

3 1/2" Fl oppy Disk Dr i ve Connector

ImportantIf you �nstall two IDE dev�ces on the same cable, you must configure the dr�ves sepa-rately to master / slave mode by sett�ng jumpers. Refer to IDE dev�ce’s documentat�on suppl�ed by the vendors for jumper sett�ng �nstruct�ons.

Chass�s Intrus�on Connector: JCI1Th�s connector connects to the chass�s �ntrus�on sw�tch cable. If the chass�s �s opened, the chass�s �ntrus�on mechan�sm w�ll be act�vated. The system w�ll record th�s status and show a warn�ng message on the screen. To clear the warn�ng, you must enter the BIOS ut�l�ty and clear the record.

1.CINTRU

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Ser�al ATA Connector: SATA1~6Th�s connector �s a h�gh-speed Ser�al ATA �nterface port. Each connector can connect to one Ser�al ATA dev�ce.

Floppy DMSIFloppy DMSIKdkl kdkfk kkfdkkl




asd asd asdddddddfasasdfsdf f sdf

adf ff asdf f fdf

Floppy DMSIKdkl kdkfk kkfdkkl



ddf fasdfdddddddfdasfdasasdf


adff f asdf ff df

SATA1_2

SATA3~6

SATA1~6 supported by Intel H55

ImportantPlease do not fold the Ser�al ATA cable �nto 90-degree angle. Otherw�se, data loss may occur dur�ng transm�ss�on.

Ser�al Port Connector: JCOM1/ JCOM2Th�s connector �s a 16550A h�gh speed commun�cat�on port that sends/rece�ves 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a ser�al dev�ce.

1.DCD

3.SOUT

10.No Pin

5.Ground

7.RTS

9.RI

8.CTS6.DSR4.DTR2.SIN

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Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2The fan power connectors support system cool�ng fan w�th +12V. When connect�ng the w�re to the connectors, always note that the red w�re �s the pos�t�ve and should be con-nected to the +12V; the black w�re �s Ground and should be connected to GND. If the ma�nboard has a System Hardware Mon�tor ch�pset on-board, you must use a spec�ally des�gned fan w�th speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.

1.Ground2.+12V

3.Sensor4.Control

1.Ground2.+12V

3.Sensor

CPUFAN SYSFAN1/ 2

ImportantPlease refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s offic�al webs�te or consult the vendors for proper CPU cool�ng fan.CPUFAN support Smart fan control. You can �nstall Control Center ut�l�ty that w�ll automat�cally control the CPUFAN speeds accord�ng to the actual CPUFAN tem-peratures.Fan cooler set w�th 3 or 4 p�ns power connector are both ava�lable for CPUFAN.

Front Panel Connectors: JFP1, JFP2These connectors are for electr�cal connect�on to the front panel sw�tches and LEDs. The JFP1 �s compl�ant w�th Intel® Front Panel I/O Connect�v�ty Des�gn Gu�de.

1.Ground

3.Suspend LED

5.Power LED

7.No Pin

8.+6.-4.+2.-

BuzzerSpea

ker

1.+3.-

10.No Pin

5.-Reset Switch

HDD LED

Power SwitchPower LED

7.+9.Reserved

8.-6.+4.-2.+

JFP1 JFP2

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Front USB Connector: JUSB1 / JUSB2 / JUSB3Th�s connector, compl�ant w�th Intel® I/O Connect�v�ty Des�gn Gu�de, �s �deal for con-nect�ng h�gh-speed USB �nterface per�pherals such as USB HDD, d�g�tal cameras, MP3 players, pr�nters, modems and the l�ke.

USB 2.0 Bracket (opt�onal)

1.VCC

3.USBD-

10.USBOC

5.USBD+

7.Ground

9.No Pin

8.Ground6.USBD+

4.USBD-2.VCC

ImportantNote that the p�ns of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avo�d poss�ble damage.

CD-In Connector: JCD1Th�s connector �s prov�ded for external aud�o �nput.

4.R3.Ground

2.Ground

1.L

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S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSP1Th�s connector �s used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Ph�l�ps D�g�tal Interconnect Format) �nterface for d�g�tal aud�o transm�ss�on.

3.VCC

2.SPDIF

1.Ground

S/PDIF Bracket (Opt�onal)

Parallel Port Header: JLPT1Th�s connector �s used to connect an opt�onal parallel port bracket. The parallel port �s a standard pr�nter port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capab�l�t�es Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

10.Ground

14.Ground8.LPT_SLIN#

12.Ground6.PINIT#4.ERR#

2.AFD#

24.Ground

22.Ground

26.No Pin20.Ground

18.Ground16.Ground

1.RSTB#

3.PRND0

5.PRND1

7.PRND2

9.PRND3

11.PRND4

13.PRND5

15.PRND6

17.PRND7

19.ACK#

21.BUSY

23.PE

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Front Panel Aud�o Connector: JAUD1Th�s connector allows you to connect the front panel aud�o and �s compl�ant w�th Intel®

Front Panel I/O Connect�v�ty Des�gn Gu�de.

1.MIC L

3.MIC R

10.Head Phone Detection

5.Head Phone R

7.SENSE_SEND

9.Head Phone L

8.No Pin6.MIC Detection

4.PRESENCE#

2.Ground

TPM Module connector: JTPM1Th�s connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) module (opt�onal). Please refer to the TPM secur�ty platform manual for more deta�ls and usages.

10.No Pin

14.Ground8.5V Power

12.Ground6.Serial IRQ

4.3.3V Power

2.3V Standby power

1.LPC Clock

3.LPC Reset

5.LPC address & data pin0




13.LPC Frame

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JuMperS

Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1There �s a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of system configurat�on. W�th the CMOS RAM, the system can automat�cally boot OS every t�me �t �s turned on. If you want to clear the system configurat�on, set the jumper to clear data.

ImportantYou can clear CMOS by short�ng 2-3 p�n wh�le the system �s off. Then return to 1-2 p�n pos�t�on. Avo�d clear�ng the CMOS wh�le the system �s on; �t w�ll damage the ma�nboard.

JBAT1 Keep Data Clear Data

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Switch

Overclock FSB Sw�tch: OC_SW1(opt�onal)You can overclock the FSB to �ncrease the processor frequency by chang�ng the sw�tch. Follow the �nstruct�ons below to set the CPU clock.

Default Increase 10% speed of CPU clock

Increase 15% speed of CPU clock

Increase 20% speed of CPU clock

ImportantMake sure that you power off the system before sett�ng the sw�tch.When overclock�ng cause system �nstab�l�ty or crash dur�ng boot, please set the sw�tch to default sett�ng.

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SLotS

PCIE (Per�pheral Component Interconnect Express) SlotThe PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express �nterface expans�on card.

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Express x1 Slot

PCI (Per�pheral Component Interconnect) SlotThe PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply w�th PCI spec�ficat�ons.

32-b�t PCI Slot

PCI Interrupt Request Rout�ngThe IRQ, acronym of �nterrupt request l�ne and pronounced I-R-Q, are hardware l�nes over wh�ch dev�ces can send �nterrupt s�gnals to the m�croprocessor. The PCI IRQ p�ns are typ�cally connected to the PCI bus p�ns as follows:

Order1 Order2 Order3 Order4PCI Slot1 INT E# INT F# INT G# INT H#

ImportantWhen add�ng or remov�ng expans�on cards, make sure that you unplug the power sup-ply first. Meanwh�le, read the documentat�on for the expans�on card to configure any necessary hardware or software sett�ngs for the expans�on card, such as jumpers, sw�tches or BIOS configurat�on.


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Led StatuS indicatorS

APS LEDThe APS (Act�ve Phase Sw�tch�ng) LED �nd�cate the current CPU power phase mode. Follow the �nstruct�ons below to read.

: ON, : OFF

The LED w�ll l�ght when CPU �s �n 2 or 3 phase power mode. The LED w�ll turn off when CPU �s �n 1 phase power mode.

APS LED

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Th�s chapter prov�des �nformat�on on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for op-t�mum use.You may need to run the Setup program when:

An error message appears on the screen dur�ng the system boot�ng up, and requests you to run SETUP.You want to change the default sett�ngs for cus-tom�zed features.

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BIOS Setup▍ MS-7636BIOS Setup▍ MS-7636

entering Setup

Power on the computer and the system w�ll start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to enter Setup.

Press DEL to enter SETUP

If the message d�sappears before you respond and you st�ll w�sh to enter Setup, restart the system by turn�ng �t OFF and On or press�ng the RESET button. You may also re-start the system by s�multaneously press�ng <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> keys.

ImportantThe �tems under each BIOS category descr�bed �n th�s chapter are under cont�nuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the descr�pt�on may be sl�ghtly d�f-ferent from the latest BIOS and should be held for reference only.Upon boot-up, the 1st l�ne appear�ng after the memory count �s the BIOS vers�on. It �s usually �n the format:

A7636IMS V1.0 110109 where: 1st d�g�t refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD, and P = PHOENIX. 2nd - 5th d�g�t refers to the model number. 6th d�g�t refers to the ch�pset as I = Intel, N = NVIDIA, A = AMD and V = VIA. 7th - 8th d�g�t refers to the customer as MS = all standard customers. V1.0 refers to the BIOS vers�on. 110109 refers to the date th�s BIOS was released.

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Control Keys<↑> Move to the prev�ous �tem<↓> Move to the next �tem<←> Move to the �tem �n the left hand<→> Move to the �tem �n the r�ght hand<Enter> Select the �tem<Esc> Jumps to the Ex�t menu or returns to the ma�n menu from a submenu<+/PU> Increase the numer�c value or make changes<-/PD> Decrease the numer�c value or make changes<F1> General Help<F4> Enter the CPU Spec. menu, and read the CPU �nformat�on<F5> Enter the Memory-Z menu, and read the memory �nformat�on<F6> Load Opt�m�zed Defaults<F8> Load Fa�l-Safe Defaults<F10> Save all the CMOS changes and ex�t

Gett�ng HelpAfter enter�ng the Setup menu, the first menu you w�ll see �s the Ma�n Menu.

Ma�n MenuThe ma�n menu l�sts the setup funct�ons you can make changes to. You can use the arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the �tem. The on-l�ne descr�pt�on of the h�ghl�ghted setup funct�on �s d�splayed at the bottom of the screen.

Sub-MenuIf you find a r�ght po�nter symbol (as shown �n the r�ght v�ew) ap-pears to the left of certa�n fields that means a sub-menu can be launched from th�s field. A sub-menu conta�ns add�t�onal opt�ons for a field parameter. You can use arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to h�ghl�ght the field and press <Enter> to call up the sub-menu. Then you can use the control keys to enter values and move from field to field w�th�n a sub-menu. If you want to return to the ma�n menu, just press the <Esc >.

General Help <F1>The BIOS setup program prov�des a General Help screen. You can call up th�s screen from any menu by s�mply press�ng <F1>. The Help screen l�sts the appropr�ate keys to use and the poss�ble select�ons for the h�ghl�ghted �tem. Press <Esc> to ex�t the Help screen.

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the Main Menu

Standard CMOS FeaturesUse th�s menu for bas�c system configurat�ons, such as t�me, date etc.

Advanced BIOS FeaturesUse th�s menu to setup the �tems of the BIOS spec�al enhanced features.

Integrated Per�pheralsUse th�s menu to spec�fy your sett�ngs for �ntegrated per�pherals.

Power Management SetupUse th�s menu to spec�fy your sett�ngs for power management.

H/W Mon�torTh�s entry shows your PC health status.

Green PowerUse th�s menu to spec�fy the power phase.

BIOS Sett�ng PasswordUse th�s menu to set the password for BIOS.

Cell MenuUse th�s menu to spec�fy your sett�ngs for frequency/voltage control and overclock�ng.

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M-FlashUse th�s menu to read/ flash the BIOS from storage dr�ve (FAT/ FAT32 format only).

Overclock�ng ProfileUse th�s menu to save/ load your sett�ngs to/ from CMOS for BIOS.

Load Fa�l-Safe DefaultsUse th�s menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance.

Load Opt�m�zed DefaultsUse th�s menu to load the default values set by the ma�nboard manufacturer spec�fically for opt�mal performance of the ma�nboard.

Save & Ex�t SetupSave changes to CMOS and ex�t setup.

Ex�t W�thout Sav�ngAbandon all changes and ex�t setup.

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Standard cMoS featureS

The �tems �n Standard CMOS Features Menu �nclude some bas�c setup �tems. Use the arrow keys to h�ghl�ght the �tem and then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> keys to select the value you want �n each �tem.

Date (MM:DD:YY)Th�s allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current date). The format �s <day><month> <date> <year>.

[day] Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determ�ned by BIOS. Read- only.

[month] The month from Jan. through Dec. [date] The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numer�c funct�on keys.[year] The year can be adjusted by users.

T�me (HH:MM:SS)Th�s allows you to set the system t�me that you want (usually the current t�me). The t�me format �s <hour> <m�nute> <second>.

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IDE Pr�mary Master/ Slave, SATA1~6Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the follow�ng screen appears:

Dev�ce / Vendor / S�zeIt w�ll show the dev�ce �nformat�on that you connected to the IDE/ SATA/ ESATA connector.

ImportantIDE Pr�mary Master/ Slave, SATA1~6 are appear�ng when you connect the HD dev�ces to the IDE/ SATA connectors on the ma�nboard.

Hold onThe sett�ng determ�nes whether the system w�ll stop of an error �s detected at boot. When the system stops of the errors preset, �t w�ll halt on for 15 seconds and then au-tomat�cally resume �ts operat�on. Ava�lable opt�ons are: [All Error] The system stops when any error �s detected. [No Error] The system doesn’t stop for any detected error.

System Informat�onPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu, and the follow�ng screen appears.

Th�s sub-menu shows the CPU �nformat�on, BIOS vers�on and memory status of your system (read only).

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advanced bioS featureS

Boot SequencePress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.

1st/ 2nd/ 3rd/ --- Boot Dev�ceThese �tems allow you to set the first/ second/ th�rd boot dev�ce where BIOS at-tempts to load the d�sk operat�ng system.

Boot From Other Dev�ceSett�ng the opt�on to [Yes] allows the system to try to boot from other dev�ce, �f the system fa�ls to boot from 1st boot dev�ce.

BIOS Flash Protect�onTh�s funct�on protects the BIOS from acc�dental corrupt�on by unauthor�zed users or computer v�ruses. When enabled, the BIOS’ data cannot be changed when attempt-�ng to update the BIOS w�th a Flash ut�l�ty. To successfully update the BIOS, you w�ll need to d�sable th�s Flash BIOS Protect�on funct�on. You should enable th�s funct�on at all t�mes. The only t�me when you need to d�sable �t �s when you want to update the BIOS. After updat�ng the BIOS, you should �mmed�ately re-enable �t to protect �t aga�nst v�ruses.

Full Screen Logo D�splayTh�s �tem enables th�s system to show the company logo on the boot-up screen. Set-t�ngs are:

[Enabled] Shows a st�ll �mage (logo) on the full screen at boot.[D�sabled] Shows the POST messages at boot.

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Qu�ck Boot�ngSett�ng the �tem to [Enabled] allows the system to boot w�th�n 10 seconds s�nce �t w�ll sk�p some check �tems.

Boot Up Num-Lock LEDTh�s sett�ng �s to set the Num Lock status when the system �s powered on. Sett�ng to [On] w�ll turn on the Num Lock key when the system �s powered on. Sett�ng to [Off] w�ll allow users to use the arrow keys on the numer�c keypad.

IOAPIC Funct�onTh�s field �s used to enable or d�sable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller). Due to compl�ance w�th PC2001 des�gn gu�de, the system �s able to run �n APIC mode. Enabl�ng APIC mode w�ll expand ava�lable IRQ resources for the system.

MPS Table Vers�onTh�s field allows you to select wh�ch MPS (Mult�-Processor Spec�ficat�on) vers�on to be used for the operat�ng system. You need to select the MPS vers�on supported by your operat�ng system. To find out wh�ch vers�on to use, consult the vendor of your operat�ng system.

Pr�mary Graph�c’s AdapterTh�s sett�ng spec�fies wh�ch graph�c card �s your pr�mary graph�cs adapter.

PCI Latency T�merTh�s �tem controls how long each PCI dev�ce can hold the bus before another takes over. When set to h�gher values, every PCI dev�ce can conduct transact�ons for a longer t�me and thus �mprove the effect�ve PCI bandw�dth. For better PCI performance, you should set the �tem to h�gher values.

HPETThe HPET (H�gh Prec�s�on Event T�mers) �s a component that �s part of the ch�pset. You can to enable �t, and w�ll prov�de you w�th the means to get to �t v�a the var�ous ACPI methods.

VGA Share Memory (only for IGP)The system shares memory to the IGP. Th�s sett�ng controls the exact memory s�ze shared to the IGP.

DVMT Mode Select (only for IGP)Th�s �tem allows you to set the mode for the graph�cs core..

[F�xed Mode] a fixed-s�ze fragment of the system memory �s allocated to the graph�cs core. It can only be used by the graph�cs core.

[DVMT Mode] the dr�ver of the graph�cs core uses the system memory l�ke any other OS component or appl�cat�on does.

DVMT/ FIXED Memory (only for IGP)Spec�fy the s�ze of DVMT/ FIXED memory to allocate for v�deo memory.

TCG/TPM SUPPORTSett�ng the opt�on to [Yes] enables TPM (Trusted Platform Module) for the system.

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integrated peripheraLS

USB ControllerTh�s sett�ng allows you to enable/d�sable the onboard USB controller.

USB Dev�ce Legacy SupportSelect [Enabled] �f you need to use a USB-�nterfaced dev�ce �n the operat�ng system.

Onboard LAN ControllerTh�s sett�ng allows you to enable/d�sable the onboard LAN controller.

LAN Opt�on ROMTh�s �tem �s used to dec�de whether to �nvoke the Boot ROM of the onboard LAN.

Extra RAID/ IDE ControllerTh�s �tem allows you to enable/d�sable the onboard extra RAID/ IDE controller.

HD Aud�o ControllerTh�s sett�ng �s used to enable/d�sable the onboard aud�o controller.

On-Ch�p ATA Dev�cesPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the follow�ng screen appears:

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PCI IDE BusMasterTh�s �tem allows you to enable/ d�sable BIOS to used PCI busmaster�ng for read�ng/ wr�t�ng to IDE dr�ves.

On-Ch�p SATA ControllerTh�s �tem allows users to enable or d�sable the on-ch�p SATA controller.

RAID ModeTh�s �tem �s used to select mode for on-ch�p SATA connectors.

I/O Dev�cesPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the follow�ng screen appears:

COM Port 1/2Select an address and correspond�ng �nterrupt for the ser�al port.

Parallel PortThere �s a bu�lt-�n parallel port on the on-board Super I/O ch�pset that prov�des Standard, ECP, and EPP features. It has the follow�ng opt�ons: [D�sabled] [3BC] L�ne Pr�nter port 0 [278] L�ne Pr�nter port 2 [378] L�ne Pr�nter port 1 Parallel Port Mode

[Normal] Standard Parallel Port [EPP] Enhanced Parallel Port [ECP] Extended Capab�l�ty Port [ECP + EPP] Extended Capab�l�ty Port + Enhanced Parallel Port [B�-D�rect�onal]

To operate the onboard parallel port as Standard Parallel Port only, choose [Normal]. To operate the onboard parallel port �n the EPP mode s�multaneously, choose [EPP]. By choos�ng [ECP], the onboard parallel port w�ll operate �n ECP mode only. Choos�ng [ECP + EPP] w�ll allow the onboard parallel port to support both the ECP and EPP modes s�multaneously.

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power ManageMent Setup

ImportantS3-related funct�ons descr�bed �n th�s sect�on are ava�lable only when the BIOS sup-ports S3 sleep mode.

ACPI Funct�onTh�s �tem �s to act�vate the ACPI (Advanced Configurat�on and Power Management Interface) Funct�on. If your operat�ng system �s ACPI-aware, such as W�ndows 98SE/ 2000/ ME/ XP, select [Enabled].

ACPI Standby StateTh�s �tem spec�fies the power sav�ng modes for ACPI funct�on. If your operat�ng system supports ACPI, such as W�ndows 2000/ XP, you can choose to enter the Standby mode �n S1(POS) or S3(STR) fash�on through the sett�ng of th�s field. Sett�ngs are:

[S1] The S1 sleep mode �s a low power state. In th�s state, no system context �s lost (CPU or ch�pset) and hardware ma�nta�ns all sys-tem’s context.

[S3] The S3 sleep mode �s a lower power state where the �n format�on of system configurat�on and open appl�cat�ons/files �s saved to ma�n memory that rema�ns powered wh�le most other hardware compo-nents turn off to save energy. The �nformat�on stored �n memory w�ll be used to restore the system when a “wake up” event occurs.

ErP 2013Th�s �tem �s used to reduce the power consumpt�on �n ACPI S5 state.

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Restore On AC Power LossTh�s �tem spec�fies whether your system w�ll reboot after a power fa�lure or �nterrupt occurs. Sett�ngs are:

[Off] Always leaves the computer �n the power off state.[On] Always leaves the computer �n the power on state.[Last State] Restore the system to the status before power fa�lure or �nterrupt

occurred.Wake Up Event Setup

Press <Enter> and the follow�ng sub-menu appears.

Wake up Event BySett�ng to [BIOS] act�vates the follow�ng fields, and use the follow�ng fields to set the wake up events. Sett�ng to [OS], the wake up events w�ll be defined by OS.

Resume From S3 By USB Dev�ceThe �tem allows the act�v�ty of the USB dev�ce to wake up the system from S3 (Sus-pend to RAM) sleep state.

Resume From S3 By PS/2 Keyboard / MouseThese �tems determ�ne whether the system w�ll be awakened from what power sav-�ng modes when �nput s�gnal of the PS/2 keyboard/ mouse �s detected.

Resume By PCI Dev�ce (PME#)When set to [Enabled], the feature allows your system to be awakened from the power sav�ng modes through any event on PME (Power Management Event).

Resume By PCI-E Dev�ce When set to [Enabled], the feature allows your system to be awakened from the power sav�ng modes through any event on PCIE dev�ce.

Resume By RTC AlarmThe field �s used to enable or d�sable the feature of boot�ng up the system on a scheduled t�me/date.

Date/ HH:MM:SSIf Resume By RTC Alarm �s set to [Enabled], the system w�ll automat�cally resume (boot up) on a spec�fic date/hour/m�nute/second spec�fied �n these fields (us�ng the <+> and <-> to select the date & t�me sett�ngs). Ava�lable sett�ngs for each �tem are:[Date] 01 ~ 31, Every Day[HH:MM:SS] 00 ~ 23 : 00 ~ 59 : 00 ~ 59

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h/w Monitor

Chass�s Intrus�onThe field enables or d�sables the feature of record�ng the chass�s �ntrus�on status and �ssu�ng a warn�ng message �f the chass�s �s once opened. To clear the warn�ng mes-sage, set the field to [Reset]. The sett�ng of the field w�ll automat�cally return to [Enabled] later.

CPU Smart FAN TargetThe ma�nboard prov�des the Smart Fan funct�on wh�ch can control the CPU fan speed automat�cally depend�ng on the current temperature to keep �t w�th �n a spec�fic range. You can enable a fan target value here. If the current CPU fan temperature reaches to the target value, the smart fan funct�on w�ll be act�vated. It prov�des several sect�ons to speed up for cool�ng down automat�cally.

CPU M�n.FAN speed(%)Th�s �tem w�ll be h�dden when CPU Smart FAN Target sets to [D�sabled]. Th�s �tem al-lows users to select the percentage of m�n�mum speed l�m�t for the CPU fan.

SYS FAN 1/ 2 ControlThese �tems allow users to select how percentage of speed for the SYSFAN1/ 2.

PC Health StatusCPU/ System Temperature, CPU FAN/ SYS FAN 1/ 2 Speed, CPU Vcore, 3.3V, 5V, 12V

These �tems d�splay the current status of all of the mon�tored hardware dev�ces/com-ponents such as CPU voltage, temperatures and all fans’ speeds.

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green power

CPU Phase ControlWhen set to [Auto], the hardware w�ll auto adjust the CPU power phase accord�ng to the load�ng of CPU to reach the best power sav�ng funct�on.

Ma�nboard LED ControlTh�s �tem �s used to turn on (Auto)/ turn off (D�sabled) the power phase LEDs of the ma�nboard.

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bioS Setting paSSword

When you select th�s funct�on, a message as below w�ll appear on the screen:

U-Key Th�s �tem �s used to enable/ d�sable USB dr�ver dev�ce as a key.

Make U-Key atTh�s �tem �s used to spec�fy the USB dr�ver dev�ce as a key.

Change Superv�sor Password Th�s �tem �s used to set the superv�sor password.

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ceLL Menu

ImportantChange these sett�ngs only �f you are fam�l�ar w�th the ch�pset.

Current CPU / DRAM / QPI Frequency These �tems show the current frequenc�es of CPU, Memory and QPI. Read-only.▶

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CPU Spec�ficat�onsPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the follow�ng screen appears. Th�s submenu shows the �nformat�on of �nstalled CPU.

CPU Technology SupportPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. In th�s sub-menu, �t shows the �nstalled CPU technolog�es. Read only.

CPU FeaturePress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the follow�ng screen appears:

Intel EISTThe Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the m�croprocessor whether the computer �s runn�ng on battery or AC power. Th�s field w�ll appear after you �nstalled the CPU wh�ch supports speedstep technology.

Intel C-STATEC-state �s a power management state that s�gn�ficantly reduces the power of the processor dur�ng �dle. Th�s field w�ll appear after you �nstalled the CPU wh�ch sup-ports c-state technology.

C State Package L�m�t Sett�ngTh�s fe�ld allows you to select a C-state level. We recommand that you leave th�s sett�ng to Auto.

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C1E SupportTo enable th�s �tem to read the CPU power consumpt�on wh�le �dle. Not all processors support Enhanced Halt state (C1E).

OverSpeed Protect�onOverspeed Protect�on funct�on can mon�tor the current CPU draws as well as �ts power consumpt�on. If �t exceeds a certa�n level, the processor automat�cally reduces �ts clock speed. If you want to overclock your CPU, set �t to [D�sabled].

Hyper-Thread�ng Funct�on The processor uses Hyper-Thread�ng technology to �ncrease transact�on rates and reduces end-user response t�mes. The technology treats the two cores �ns�de the processor as two log�cal processors that can execute �nstruct�ons s�multaneously. In th�s way, the system performance �s h�ghly �mproved. If you d�sable the funct�on, the processor w�ll use only one core to execute the �nstruct�ons. Please d�sable th�s �tem �f your operat�ng system doesn’t support HT Funct�on, or unrel�ab�l�ty and �nstab�l�ty may occur.

ImportantEnabl�ng the funct�onal�ty of Hyper-Thread�ng Technology for your computer system requ�res ALL of the follow�ng platform Components:

CPU: An Intel® Processor w�th HT Technology;Ch�pset: An Intel® Ch�pset that supports HT Technology;BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has �t enabled; OS: An operat�ng system that supports HT Technology.

For more �nformat�on on Hyper-thread�ng Technology, go to:http://www.�ntel.com/products/ht/hyperthread�ng_more.htm

Execute B�t SupportIntel’s Execute D�sable B�t funct�onal�ty can prevent certa�n classes of mal�c�ous “buffer overflow” attacks when comb�ned w�th a support�ng operat�ng system. Th�s funct�onal�ty allows the processor to class�fy areas �n memory by where appl�cat�on code can execute and where �t cannot. When a mal�c�ous worm attempts to �nsert code �n the buffer, the processor d�sables code execut�on, prevent�ng damage or worm propagat�on.

Set L�m�t CPUID MaxVal to 3The Max CPUID Value L�m�t �s des�gned l�m�t the l�sted speed of the processor to older operat�ng systems.

Intel V�rtual�zat�on TechTh�s �tem �s used to enable/d�sable the Intel V�rtual�zat�on technology. For further �nformat�on please refer to Intel’s offic�al webs�te.

Intel VT-d TechTh�s �tem �s used to enable/d�sable the Intel V�rtual�zat�on Technology for D�rected I/O (VT-d). For further �nformat�on please refer to Intel’s offic�al webs�te.

Intel EISTThe Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of

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the m�croprocessor whether the computer �s runn�ng on battery or AC power. Th�s field w�ll appear after you �nstalled the CPU wh�ch supports speedstep technology.

C1E SupportTo enable th�s �tem to read the CPU power consumpt�on wh�le �dle. Not all processors support Enhanced Halt state (C1E).

Adjust CPU Base Frequency (MHz)Th�s �tem allows you to set the CPU Base clock (�n MHz). You may overclock the CPU by adjust�ng th�s value. Please note the overclock�ng behav�or �s not guaranteed.

OC Stepp�ngTh�s �tem w�ll be enabled after you set the overclock�ng frequency �n the “Adjust CPU Base Frequency (MHz)”. And the follow�ng �tems w�ll appear. Th�s �tems w�ll help the system to overclock step by step after system boot�ng up.

Start OC Stepp�ng From (MHz)Th�s �tem �s used to set the �n�t�al base clock. The system w�ll boot w�th the �n�t�al base clock, and start to overclock from �n�t�al base clock to set base clock that you set �n “Adjust CPU Base Frequency (MHz)” step by step.

OC StepTh�s �tem �s used to set how many steps for base colck overclock�ng.

OC Step Count T�merTh�s �tem �s used to set the buffer t�me for every step.

Adjust CPU Rat�oTh�s �tem allows you to adjust the CPU rat�o. Sett�ng to [Startup] enables the CPU run-n�ng at the fastest speed wh�ch �s detected by system.

Adjusted CPU Frequency (MHz)It shows the adjusted CPU frequency (Base clock x Rat�o). Read-only.

Auto OverClock TechnologyTh�s �tem �s used to enable/ d�sable the Auto OverClock funct�on.

Memory-ZPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the follow�ng screen appears.

DIMM1~4 Memory SPD Informat�onPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu d�splays the �nformat�ons of �nstalled memory.

Current DRAM Channel1~4 T�m�ngIt shows the �nstalled DRAM T�m�ng. Read-only.

DRAM T�m�ng ModeSelect whether DRAM t�m�ng �s controlled by the SPD (Ser�al Presence Detect) EE-

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PROM on the DRAM module. Sett�ng to [Auto] enables DRAM t�m�ngs and the follow�ng “Advance DRAM Configurat�on” sub-menu to be determ�ned by BIOS based on the con-figurat�ons on the SPD. Select�ng [Manual] allows users to configure the DRAM t�m�ngs and the follow�ng related “Advance DRAM Configurat�on” sub-menu manually.

Advance DRAM Configurat�onPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.

CH1/ CH2 1T/2T Memory T�m�ngTh�s �tem controls the SDRAM command rate. Select [1N] makes SDRAM s�gnal controller to run at 1N (N=clock cycles) rate. Select�ng [2N] makes SDRAM s�gnal controller run at 2N rate.

CH1/ CH2 CAS Latency (CL)Th�s controls the CAS latency, wh�ch determ�nes the t�m�ng delay (�n clock cycles) before SDRAM starts a read command after rece�v�ng �t.

CH1/ CH2 tRCDWhen DRAM �s refreshed, both rows and columns are addressed separately. Th�s setup �tem allows you to determ�ne the t�m�ng of the trans�t�on from RAS (row ad-dress strobe) to CAS (column address strobe). The less the clock cycles, the faster the DRAM performance.

CH1/ CH2 tRPTh�s sett�ng controls the number of cycles for Row Address Strobe (RAS) to be allowed to precharge. If �nsuffic�ent t�me �s allowed for the RAS to accumulate �ts charge before DRAM refresh, refresh may be �ncomplete and DRAM may fa�l to reta�n data. Th�s �tem appl�es only when synchronous DRAM �s �nstalled �n the sys-tem.

CH1/ CH2 tRASTh�s sett�ng determ�nes the t�me RAS takes to read from and wr�te to memory cell.

CH1/ CH2 tRFCTh�s sett�ng determ�nes the t�me RFC takes to read from and wr�te to a memory cell.

CH1/ CH2 tWRM�n�mum t�me �nterval between end of wr�te data burst and the start of a precharge command. Allows sense ampl�fiers to restore data to cells.

CH1/ CH2 tWTRM�n�mum t�me �nterval between the end of wr�te data burst and the start of a col-umn-read command. It allows I/O gat�ng to overdr�ve sense ampl�fiers before read command starts.

CH1/ CH2 tRRDSpec�fies the act�ve-to-act�ve delay of d�fferent banks.

CH1/ CH2 tRTPT�me �nterval between a read and a precharge command.

CH1/ CH2 tFAWTh�s �tem �s used to set the tFAW t�m�ng.

Current CH1/ CH2 tdrRdTRd/ tddRdTRd/ tsrRdTWr/ tdrRdTWr/ tddRdTWr/

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tsrWrTRd/ tddWrTWr/ tsrRDTRd/ tsrWrTWrThese �tem show the advanced DRAM t�m�ngs.

Channel 1/ Channel2 Advanced Memory Sett�ngSett�ng to [Auto] enables the advance memory t�m�ng automat�cally to be determ�ned by BIOS. Sett�ng to [Manual] allows you to set the follow�ng advanced memory t�m-�ngs.

Memory Rat�oTh�s �tem allows you to set the memory mult�pl�er.

Adjusted DRAM Frequency (MHz)It shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.

QPI Rat�oTh�s �tem allows you to set the QPI mult�pl�er.

Adjusted QPI Frequency (MHz)It shows the adjusted QPI frequency. Read-only.

ClockGen TunerPress <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the follow�ng screen appears.

CPU Ampl�tude Control/ PCI Express Ampl�tude ControlThese �tems are used to select the CPU/ PCI Express clock ampl�tude.

Adjust PCI-E Frequency (MHz)Th�s field allows you to select the PCIE frequency (�n MHz).

Auto D�sable DRAM/PCI FrequencyWhen set to [Enabled], the system w�ll remove (turn off) clocks from empty DIMM and PCI slots to m�n�m�ze the electromagnet�c �nterference (EMI).

CPU Voltage (V)/ DRAM Voltage (V)/ PCH 1.05(V)These �tems are used to adjust the voltage of CPU, Memory and ch�pset.

Spread SpectrumWhen the ma�nboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (sp�kes) of the pulses create EMI (Electromagnet�c Interference). The Spread Spectrum funct�on reduces the EMI generated by modulat�ng the pulses so that the sp�kes of the pulses are reduced to flatter curves.

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system w�ll become less stable. For the most su�table Spread Spectrum value, please consult your local EMI regulat�on.Remember to d�sable Spread Spectrum �f you are overclock�ng because even a sl�ght j�tter can �ntroduce a temporary boost �n clock speed wh�ch may just cause your over-clocked processor to lock up.

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ImportantFa�led Overclock�ng Resolut�on Th�s ma�nboard supports overclock�ng greatly. However, please make sure your pe-r�pherals and components are bearable for some spec�al sett�ngs. Any operat�on that exceeds product spec�ficat�on �s not recommended. Any r�sk or damge result�ng from �mproper operat�on w�ll not be under our product warranty.Two ways to save your system from fa�led overclock�ng...

RebootPress the Power button to reboot the system three t�mes. Please note that, to avo�d electr�c current to affect other dev�ces or components, we suggest an �nterval of more than 10 seconds among the reboot act�ons.

At the fourth reboot, BIOS w�ll determ�ne that the prev�ous overclock�ng �s fa�led and restore the default sett�ngs automat�cally. Please press any key to boot the system normally when the follow�ng message appears on screen.

Warn�ng !!! The prev�ous overclock�ng had fa�led, and system w�ll restore �ts defaults sett�ng, Press any key to cont�nue.......

Clear CMOSPlease refer to “Chapter 2” for more �nformat�on about how to clear CMOS data.

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== BIOS Update or Boot 2nd BIOS From USB dr�ve==M-Flash funct�on as

M-Flash funct�on allows you to flash BIOS from USB dr�ve/ storage dr�ve (FAT/ FAT32 format only), or allows the system to boot from the BIOS file �ns�de USB dr�ve (FAT/ FAT32 format only).

[D�sabled] D�sable M-Flash funct�on.[BIOS Update] Flash BIOS v�a the USB/ Storage dr�ve d�rectly. Update BIOS ROM

ch�p data from selected file, wh�ch was be download from offic�al webs�te and must be saved �n the root d�rectory of the USB/ Stor-age dr�ve. It only supports part�cular file name, wh�ch �s the offic�al BIOS file name from us.

[Boot] After allocated part�cular BIOS file, system w�ll boot from th�s BIOS file wh�ch saved �n the root d�rectory of USB dr�ve. System w�ll sk�p MB ROM ch�p data and boot w�th th�s part�cular BIOS �ns�de USB dr�ve. Note: th�s opt�on �s for USB dr�ve only.

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Please refer to the block d�agram below about the M-Flash funct�on.

Due to the spec�al des�gn of some graph�cs cards w�ll cause dark screen dur�ng M-flash operat�on, and you may refer the beeps from the system to confirm the current M-flash process.

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Boot 2nd BIOS from USB Dr�veWhen the M-Flash funct�on as sets to [Boot] , th�s �tem �s selectable. Use th�s �tem to select part�cular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/32 format only) dr�ve for boot�ng.

Load BIOS source file fromWhen the M-Flash funct�on as sets to [BIOS Update], th�s �tem �s selectable. Use th�s �tem to select part�cular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/32 format only) dr�ve.

== Backup BIOS to USB dr�ve ==The follow�ng fields are used to read the onboard BIOS ROM data, and save �t to USB dr�ve/ storage dr�ve.

Save F�le to Selected Dev�cePlease setup a spec�fic folder �n spec�fic USB dr�ve/ storage dr�ve to save BIOS file from BIOS ROM ch�p data. Note: �t only supports FAT/ FAT32 file system dr�ve.

Save F�le Name asPlease setup a spec�fic name for the BIOS file, wh�ch w�ll be saved �nto the USB dr�ve/ storage dr�ve. Note: we suggest you us�ng the offic�al name as the default name.

Save Extend F�le name asPlease setup a spec�fic extend name for the BIOS file, wh�ch w�ll be saved �nto the USB dr�ve/ storage dr�ve. Note: we suggest you us�ng [ROM] as default name.

Start to save filePress “Enter” and select “OK” the system w�ll stare to save the onboard ROM ch�p data to the selected USB dr�ve/ storage dr�ve.

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Overclock�ng Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6These �tems are used to save the currect sett�ngs to selected profile, and they are also used to load the sett�ngs from the selected profile.

OC Retry CountWhen the overclock�ng �s fa�led, sett�ng th�s �tem to [1, 3, 5] w�ll allow system to reboot 1/ 3/ 5 t�mes w�th the overclock�ng configurat�on. If the overclock�ng was fa�led every t�me, the system w�ll restore the defaults.

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Load faiL-Safe/ optiMized defauLtS

The two opt�ons on the ma�n menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS sett�ngs to the default Fa�l-Safe or Opt�m�zed values. The Opt�m�zed Defaults are the default values set by the ma�nboard manufacturer spec�fically for opt�mal performance of the ma�nboard. The Fa�l-Safe Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance.When you select Load Fa�l-Safe Defaults, a message as below appears:

Select�ng Ok and press�ng Enter loads the BIOS default values for the most stable, m�n�mal system performance.

When you select Load Opt�m�zed Defaults, a message as below appears:

Select�ng Ok and press�ng Enter loads the default factory sett�ngs for opt�mal system performance.

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The Realtek aud�o prov�des 10-channel DAC that s�mul-taneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of �ndependent stereo sound output (mult�ple stream�ng) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-R�ght chan-nels.

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inStaLLing the reaLtek hd audio driver

You need to �nstall the HD aud�o dr�ver for Realtek aud�o codec to funct�on properly before you can get access to 2-, 4-, 6-, 8- channel or 7.1+2 channel aud�o operat�ons. Follow the procedures descr�bed below to �nstall the dr�vers for d�fferent operat�ng sys-tems.Installat�on for W�ndows® XPFor W�ndows® XP, you must �nstall W�ndows® XP Serv�ce Pack3 or later before �nstall�ng the dr�ver.The follow�ng �llustrat�ons are based on W�ndows® XP env�ronment and could look sl�ghtly d�fferent �f you �nstall the dr�vers �n d�fferent operat�ng systems.

Insert the appl�cat�on DVD �nto the DVD-ROM dr�ve. The setup screen w�ll automat�-cally appear.Cl�ck Realtek HD Aud�o Dr�vers button.

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ImportantThe HD Aud�o Configurat�on software ut�l�ty �s under cont�nuous update to enhance au-d�o appl�cat�ons. Hence, the program screens shown here �n th�s sect�on may be sl�ghtly d�fferent from the latest software ut�l�ty and shall be held for reference only.

Cl�ck here

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Cl�ck Next to �nstall the Realtek H�gh Defin�t�on Aud�o Dr�ver.3.

Cl�ck F�n�sh to restart the system.4.

Cl�ck here

Cl�ck here

Select th�s opt�on

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Software configuration

After �nstall�ng the aud�o dr�ver, you are able to use the 2-, 4-, 6- or 8- channel aud�o feature now. Cl�ck the aud�o �con from the system tray at the lower-r�ght corner of the screen to act�vate the HD Aud�o Configurat�on. It �s also ava�lable to enable the aud�o dr�ver by cl�ck�ng the Realtek HD Aud�o Manager from the Control Panel.

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Sound EffectHere you can select a sound effect you l�ke from the Env�ronment l�st.

Env�ronment S�mulat�onYou w�ll be able to enjoy d�fferent sound exper�ence by pull�ng down the arrow, totally 23 k�nds of sound effect w�ll be shown for select�on. Realtek HD Aud�o Sound Manager also prov�des five popular sett�ngs “Stone Corr�dor”, “Bathroom”, “Sewer p�pe”, “Arena” and “Aud�tor�um” for qu�ck enjoyment.You may choose the prov�ded sound effects, and the equal�zer w�ll adjust automat�cally. If you l�ke, you may also load an equal�zer sett�ng or make an new equal�zer sett�ng to save as an new one by us�ng the “Load EQ Sett�ng” and “Save Preset” button, cl�ck “Reset EQ Sett�ng” button to use the default value, or cl�ck “Delete EQ Sett�ng” button to remove a preset EQ sett�ng.There are also other pre-set equal�zer models for you to choose by cl�ck�ng “Others” under the Equal�zer part.

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Equal�zer Select�onEqual�zer frees users from default sett�ngs; users may create the�r owned preferred sett�ngs by ut�l�z�ng th�s tool.

10 bands of equal�zer, rang�ng from 100Hz to 16KHz.

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Save The sett�ngs are saved perma-nently for future use

LoadWhenever you would l�ke to use preload sett�ngs, s�mply cl�ck th�s, the whole l�st w�ll be shown for your select�on.

Enable / D�sable To d�sable, you can temporar-�ly stop the sound effect w�thout los�ng the sett�ngs

Reset 10 bands of equal�zer would go back to the default sett�ng

DeleteTo delete the pre-saved sett�ngs wh�ch are created from prev�ous steps.

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Frequently Used Equal�zer Sett�ngRealtek recogn�zes the needs that you m�ght have. By leverag�ng our long exper�ence at aud�o field, Realtek HD Aud�o Sound Manager prov�des you certa�n opt�m�zed equal�zer sett�ngs that are frequently used for your qu�ck enjoyment.

[How to Use It]Other than the buttons “Pop”, “L�ve”, “Club” & “Rock” shown on the page, to pull down the arrow �n “Others” you w�ll find more opt�m�zed sett�ngs ava�lable to you.

Karaoke ModeKaraoke mode br�ngs Karaoke fun back home. S�mply us�ng the mus�c you usually play, Karaoke mode can help you el�m�nate the vocal of the song or adjust the key to accom-modate your range.

Vocal Cancellat�on: S�ngle cl�ck on “Vo�ce Cancellat�on” the vocal of the song would be el�m�nated, wh�le the background mus�c �s st�ll �n place, and you can be that s�nger! Key Adjustment: Us�ng “Up / Down Arrow” to find a key wh�ch better fits your vocal range.

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Remove the human vo�ce

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M�xerIn the M�xer part, you may adjust the volumes of the rear and front panels �nd�v�dually.

Adjust VolumeYou can adjust the volume of the speakers that you pluged �n front or rear panel by select the Realtek HD Aud�o rear output or Realtek HD Aud�o front output �tems.

ImportantBefore set up, please make sure the playback dev�ces are well plugged �n the jacks on the rear or front panel. The Realtek HD Aud�o front output �tem w�ll appear after you plug�ng the speakers �nto the jacks on the front panel.

Mult�-Stream Funct�onRealtek aud�o supports an outstand�ng feature called Mult�-Stream, wh�ch means you may play d�fferent aud�o sources s�multaneously and let them output respect�vely from the �nd�cated real panel or front panel. Th�s feature �s very helpful when 2 people are us�ng the same computer together for d�fferent purposes.

Cl�ck the button and the M�xer ToolBox menu w�ll appear. Then check the Enable playback mult�-stream�ng and cl�ck OK to save the setup.

ImportantYou have to plug aud�o dev�ce �nto the jacks on the rear and front panel first before en-able the mult�-stream funct�on.

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When you are play�ng the first aud�o source (for example: use W�ndows Med�a Player to play DVD/VCD), the output w�ll be played from the rear panel, wh�ch �s the default sett�ng.

Then you must to select the Realtek HD Aud�o 2nd output from the scroll l�st first, and use a d�fferent program to play the second aud�o source (for example: use W�namp to play MP3 files). You w�ll find that the second aud�o source (MP3 mus�c) w�ll come out from the L�ne-Out aud�o jack of Front Panel.

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Playback control

Playback dev�ceTh�s funct�on �s to let you freely dec�de wh�ch ports to output the sound. And th�s �s essent�al when mult�-stream�ng playback enabled.- Realtek HD Aud�o Rear Output- Realtek HD Aud�o Front Output

Tool Mute

MuteYou may choose to mute s�ngle or mult�ple volume controls or to completely mute sound output.

Tool- Show the follow�ng volume controlsTh�s �s to let you freely dec�de wh�ch volume control �tems to be d�splayed.- Advanced controls- Enable playback mult�-stream�ngW�th th�s funct�on, you w�ll be able to have an aud�o chat w�th your fr�ends v�a headphone (stream 1 from front panel) wh�le st�ll has mus�c (stream 2 from back panel) �n play. At any g�ven per�od, you can have max�mum 2 streams operat�ng s�multaneously.

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Record�ng dev�ce-Back L�ne �n/ M�c, Front L�n �n-Realtek HD Aud�o InputTool Mute

MuteYou may choose to mute s�ngle or mult�ple volume controls or to completely mute sound �nput. Tool- Show the follow�ng volume controlsTh�s �s to let you freely dec�de wh�ch volume control �tems to be d�splayed.- Enable record�ng mult�-stream�ng

ImportantRealtek aud�o allows you to record the CD, L�ne, M�c and Stereo M�x channels s�mul-taneously, frees you from m�x�ng efforts. At any g�ven per�od, you may choose 1 of the follow�ng 4 channels to record.

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Aud�o I/OIn th�s tab, you can eas�ly configure your mult�-channel aud�o funct�on and speakers.You can choose a des�red mult�-channel operat�on here.

Headphone for the common headphone2CH Speaker for Stereo-Speaker Output4CH Speaker for 4-Speaker Output6CH Speaker for 5.1-Speaker Output8CH Speaker for 7.1-Speaker Output

Speaker Configurat�on:Plug the speakers �n the correspond�ng jack. D�alogue “connected dev�ce” w�ll pop up for your select�on. Please select the dev�ce you have plugged �n.

- If the dev�ce �s be�ng plugged �nto the correct jack, you w�ll be able to find the �con bes�de the jack changed to the one that �s same as your dev�ce. - If not correct, Realtek HD Aud�o Manager w�ll gu�de you to plug the dev�ce �nto the correct jack.

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Connector Sett�ngs

Cl�ck to access connector sett�ngs.

D�sable front panel jack detect�on (opt�onal)Jack detect�on funct�on only works w�th HD aud�o front panel. Please check �f front jacks on your system are so-called AC’97 jacks. If so, please check th�s �tem to d�sable front panel jack detect�on.

Mute rear panel output when front headphone plugged �n.

Enable auto popup d�alogue, when dev�ce has been plugged �nOnce th�s �tem checked, the d�alog “Connected dev�ce” would automat�cally pop up when dev�ce plugged �n.

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S/PDIFShort for Sony/Ph�l�ps D�g�tal Interface, a standard aud�o file transfer format. S/PDIF al-lows the transfer of d�g�tal aud�o s�gnals from one dev�ce to another w�thout hav�ng to be converted first to an analog format. Ma�nta�n�ng the v�ab�l�ty of a d�g�tal s�gnal prevents the qual�ty of the s�gnal from degrad�ng when �t �s converted to analog.

Output Sampl�ng Rate44.1KHz: Th�s �s recommend wh�le play�ng CD.48KHz: Th�s �s recommended wh�le play�ng DVD or Dolby.96KHz: Th�s �s recommended wh�le play�ng DVD-Aud�o.192KHz: Th�s �s recommended wh�le play�ng H�gh qual�ty Aud�o.

Output SourceOutput d�g�tal aud�o source: The d�g�tal aud�o format (such as .wav, .mp3,.m�d� etc) w�ll come out through S/PDIF-Out.S/PDIF-�n to S/PDIF -out pass though mode: The data from S/PDIF-In can be real-t�me played from S/PDIF-Out.

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Test SpeakersYou can select the speaker by cl�ck�ng �t to test �ts funct�onal�ty. The one you select w�ll l�ght up and make test�ng sound. If any speaker fa�ls to make sound, then check whether the cable �s �nserted firmly to the connector or replace the bad speakers w�th good ones. Or you may cl�ck the auto test button to test the sounds of each speaker automat�cally.

Center

Front R�ght

S�de R�ght

Subwoofer

Rear R�ght

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M�crophoneIn th�s tab you may set the funct�on of the m�crophone. Select the No�se Suppress�on to remove the poss�ble no�se dur�ng record�ng, or select Acoust�c Echo Cancellat�on to cancel the acoust�c echo dur�ng record�ng.Acoust�c Echo Cancellat�on prevents playback sound from be�ng recorded by m�cro-phone together w�th your sound. For example, you m�ght have chance to use VOIP funct�on through Internet w�th your fr�ends. The vo�ce of your fr�end w�ll come out from speakers (playback). However, the vo�ce of your fr�end m�ght also be recorded �nto your m�crophone then go back to your fr�end through Internet. In that case, your fr�end w�ll hear h�s/her own vo�ce aga�n. W�th AEC (Acoust�c Echo Cancellat�on) enabled at your s�de, your fr�end can enjoy the benefit w�th less echo.

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3D Aud�o DemoIn th�s tab you may adjust your 3D pos�t�onal aud�o before play�ng 3D aud�o appl�cat�ons l�ke gam�ng. You may also select d�fferent env�ronment to choose the most su�table env�ronment you l�ke.

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Informat�onIn th�s tab �t prov�des some �nformat�on about th�s HD Aud�o Configurat�on ut�l�ty, �nclud-�ng Aud�o Dr�ver Vers�on, D�rectX Vers�on, Aud�o Controller & Aud�o Codec. You may also select the language of th�s ut�l�ty by choos�ng from the Language l�st.

Also there �s a select�on Show �con �n system tray. Sw�tch �t on and an �con w�ll show �n the system tray. R�ght-cl�ck on the �con and the Aud�o Accessor�es d�alogue box w�ll appear wh�ch prov�des several mult�med�a features for you to take advantage of.

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Connect�ng the SpeakersWhen you have set the Mult�-Channel Aud�o Funct�on mode properly �n the software ut�l�ty, connect your speakers to the correct phone jacks �n accordance w�th the sett�ng �n software ut�l�ty.

2-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output

L�ne InL�ne Out (Front channels)MICNo funct�onNo funct�onNo funct�on

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L�ne InL�ne Out (Front channels)MICL�ne Out (Rear channels)L�ne Out (Center and Subwoofer channel)No funct�on

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L�ne InL�ne Out (Front channels)MICL�ne Out (Rear channels)L�ne Out (Center and Subwoofer channel)L�ne Out (S�de channels)

ImportantTo enable 7.1 channel aud�o-out funct�on on W�ndows V�sta operat�ng system, you have to �nstall the Realtek Aud�o Dr�ver. Or, the ma�nboard w�ll support 5.1 channel aud�o-out only.

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