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  • Page 1 This manual is the intellectual property of Foxconn Inc. Although the information in this manual may be changed or modified at any time, Foxconn does not obligate itself to inform the user of these changes. Trademark: All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 2 Declaration of conformity HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C. declares that the product Motherboard 6150/6100K8MA is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) þ...
  • Page 3 Declaration of conformity Trade Name: WinFast Model Name: 6150/6100K8MA Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc. Address: 458 E. Lambert Rd. Fullerton, CA 92835 Telephone: 714-738-8868 Facsimile: 714-738-8838 Equipment Classification: FCC Class B Subassembly Type of Product: Motherboard Manufacturer: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD Address: 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter Product Introduction Main Features ..................... 2 Motherboard Layout ................... 5 Rear Panel Connectors ................6 Installation Instructions Chapter CPU ......................9 Memory ....................12 Power Supply ................... 14 Other Connectors ..................15 Expansion Slots ..................20 Jumpers ....................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Chapter Driver CD Introduction Utility CD content ..................51 Start to install drivers ................52 Chapter Directions for Bundled Software SuperStep ....................54 SuperUpdate .................... 57 SuperLogo ....................62 nTune ....................... 64 Special BIOS Functions Chapter SuperBoot ....................73 SuperBIOS-Protect ...................
  • Page 6 Warning: 1. Attach the CPU and heatsink using silica gel to ensure full contact. 2. It is suggested to select high-quality, certified fans in order to avoid damage to the motherboard and CPU due to high temperature. 3. Never turn on the machine if the CPU fan is not properly installed. 4.
  • Page 7 This manual is suitable for motherboard of 6150/6100K8MA series. Each motherboard is carefully designed for the PC user who wants diverse features. with onboard 10/100M LAN with onboard Gigabit LAN with 6-channel audio with 8-channel audio with 1394 with SATA with RAID You can find PPID label on the motherboard.
  • Page 8 Chapter Thank you for buying W inFast 6150/6100K8MA series motherboard. This series of motherboard is one of our new products, and offers superior performance, reliability and quality, at a reasonable price. This motherboard adopts the ® advanced NVIDIA GeForce 6150 + nForce 430 / GeForce 6100+nForce...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Product Introduction

    Chapter 1 Product Introduction Main Features Size: mATX form factor of 9.6” x 9.6” Microprocessor: Supports Socket 939 for AMD Athlon 64 x2 Dual core/Athlon 64FX/Athlon 64/Sempron processors HyperTransport Technology: 16 x 16 link running at 1GHz for extremely high throughput (8.0GB/sec) Differential lines with low voltage swings Chipset: ®...
  • Page 10 Chapter 1 Product Introduction Onboard 1394 (optional) Supports hot-plug W ith rate of transmission at 400Mbps Self-configured addressing Onboard LAN (-L/-K) (optional) Supports10/100/1000 (-L/-K) Mbps Ethernet LAN interface built-in on board Note: The shielded LAN Cables are recommended. Onboard Audio (-6) (optional) AC’97 2.3 Specification Compliant Supports SPDIF output Onboard Line-in jack, Microphone jack, Line-out jack...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1 Product Introduction Expansion Slots Three PCI slots One PCI Express x16 Graphics slot Onboard TV OUT (optional) Full NVIDIA nView multi-display technology capability,with independent dis- play controllers for the CRT/TV interface Advanced Features PCI 2.3 Specification Compliant Supports PC Health function (capable of monitoring system voltage, CPU/ system temperature, and fan speed)

  • Page 12: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 1 Product Introduction Motherboard Layout 9 10 1. Front Audio Connector 14. Floppy Drive Connector 2. CD_IN Connector 15. IrDA Connector 3. AUX_IN Connector (optional) 16. 24-pin Power Connector 4. SPDIF_OUT Connector 17. DDR DIMM Slots 5.Speaker Connector 18. CPU_FAN Connector 6.

  • Page 13: Rear Panel Connectors

    Chapter 1 Product Introduction Rear Panel Connectors This motherboard provides the ports as below: -6 models (optional) 1394 Port LAN Port (optional) Parallel Port (Printer Port) (optional) Line-in PS/2 Mouse Connector Line-out PS/2 Keyboard Microphone Connector Serial Port VGA Port USB 2.0 Ports (COM1) (optional)

  • Page 14: Cpu

    Chapter 1 Product Introduction Chapter This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, including the installation of the CPU and memory. It also addresses the connection of your power supply, connection of hard drive and floppy drive data cables, and setting up various other feature of the motherboard.
  • Page 15 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Notes: Take note of the following precautions before you install components or change settings. 1. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object, such as an attached power supply, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions This motherboard supports Socket 939 for Athlon 64 x2 Dual core/ Athlon 64FX/Athlon 64/Sempron processors and Hyper Transport Technology. Attention: The CPU pins must be properly aligned with the holes in the socket, otherwise the CPU may be damaged. For the detailed CPU vendor list qualified on this motherboard, please visit the website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com...
  • Page 17 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Installation of CPU Fan New technology allows processors to run at higher and higher frequencies. To avoid p rob lems arisin g f r om hig h -sp eed op erat io n , f o r exam p le, overheating, you need to install the proper fan.
  • Page 18 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions 3. Place the cooling set onto the re- 4. Align the other end of the reten- tention mechanism. Attach one end tion bracket to fasten the cooling of the retention bracket to retention set on the top of the retention mechanism.

  • Page 19: Memory

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Memory This motherboard includes four 184-pin slots with 266/333/400 MHz Dual Chan- nel DDR DRAM interface, You must install at least one memory module to ensure normal operation. If you install more than two modules, they must be the same speed.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Recommended Memory Configurations The following table list is the recommended memory configurations. Please in- stall the memory according to the list. Mode DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Populated Signal-channel Populated Populated Populated Populated Populated Dual-channel Populated Populated Populated Populated Populated...

  • Page 21: Power Supply

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Power Supply This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order to avoid damaging any devices, make sure that they have been installed properly prior to connecting the power supply. 24-pin ATX power connector ATX Power Connector: PWR1 +5V_AUX +3.

  • Page 22: Other Connectors

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Other Connectors This motherboard includes connectors for FDD devices, IDE HDD devices, SATA devices, USB devices, 1394 devices, IR module, CPU fan, system fan, and others. FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard FLOPPY interface, supporting 360 K, 720 K, 1.2 M, 1.44 M, and 2.88 M FDDs.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Power LED Connector (PLED) Attach the connector to the Power LED on the front panel of the case. The Power LED indicates the power supply status. W hen the system is in S0 status, the green LED is on. W hen the system is in S1 status, the green LED is blink. When the system is in S3, the yellow LED is blink.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Audio Connector: CD_IN, AUX_IN (optional) CD_IN, AUX_IN are Sony standard CD audio connectors, to receive audio input from the CD-ROM, attach the audio connector to the CD_IN,AUX_IN audio con- nectors on the motherboard. AUX_R CD_R AUX_L CD_L AUX_IN CD_IN...
  • Page 25 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Chassis Intruder Connector: INTR The connector connects to the chassis security INTRUDERJ switch on the case. The system can detect the chassis intrusion through the status of this connector. If the connector has been closed once, the system will send a message. To uti- lize this function, set “ICase Open W arning”...
  • Page 26 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Step 2. Connect the 3-pin connector (A) of the TV out cable to TV out connector (As figure 2). Figure 2 Step 3. Plug the display cable into your S-video port of the TV out cable (B). Then you can use this function.

  • Page 27: Expansion Slots

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Expansion Slots This motherboard includes three32-bit Master PCI bus slots, and one PCI Ex- press x16 slot. PCI Slots The expansion card can be installed in the PCI slot. When you install or take out such card, you must make sure that the power plug has been pulled out. Please read carefully the instructions provided for such card, and install and set the necessary hardware and software for such card, such as the jumper or BIOS setup.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Installing an expansion card 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.

  • Page 29: Jumpers

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Jumpers Users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard if necessary. This section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard by chang- ing the jumper settings. Users should read the following contents carefully prior to modifying any jumper settings.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Make sure that all switches are turned off. 3. Turn on the devices in the following order. Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) System power 4.

  • Page 31: Enter Bios Setup

    Chapter This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS param- eters are also provided. You have to run the Setup Program when the following cases occur: T-- This page is intentionally left blank --his 1.

  • Page 32: Standard Cmos Features

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Enter BIOS Setup The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software, correctly setting up the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance. Power on the computer, when the following message briefly appears at the bottom of the screen during the POST (Power On Self Test), press the <Del>...
  • Page 33 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Advanced BIOS Features The advanced system features can be set up through this menu. Advanced Chipset Features The values for the chipset can be changed through this menu, and the sys- tem performance can be optimized. Integrated Peripherals All onboard peripherals can be set up through this menu.
  • Page 34 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Standard CMOS Features This sub-menu is used to set up the standard CMOS features, such as the date, time, HDD model and so on. Use the arrow keys select the item to set up, and then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> key to choose the setting values. Standard CMOS Features Menu Date This option allows you to set the desired date (usually as the current date)
  • Page 35 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Award (Phoenix) BIOS can support 4 HDD modes: CHS, LBA and Large or Auto mode. For HDD<528MB For HDD>528MB & supporting LBA (Logical Block Addressing) Large For HDD>528MB but not supporting LBA Auto Recommended mode Drive A/B This option allows you to select the kind of FDD to be installed, including [None], [360K, 5.25in], [1.2M, 5.25in], [720K, 3.5in], [1.44M, 3.5in] and [2.88 M, 3.5in].
  • Page 36 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Memory This is a Displays-Only Category, determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the BIOS. Base Memory The BIOS POST will determine the amount of base (or conventional) memory installed in the system. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during the POST.
  • Page 37 Chapter 3 BIOS Description BIOS Features BIOS Features Menu v[SuperBoot] SuperBoot SuperBoot allows system-relevant information to be stored in CMOS upon the first normal startup of your PC, and the relevant parameters will be restored to help the system start up more quickly on each subsequent startup. v[SuperBIOS-Protect] SuperBIOS-Protect SuperBIOS-Protect function protects your PC from being affected by viruses, e.g.
  • Page 38 Chapter 3 BIOS Description SuperSpeed Menu vPerformance Options This option is used to select Performance options. vCPU Spread Spectrum If you enable CPU spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI(Electro- Magnetic Interference) generated by the system. vPCIE/SATA /HT Spread Spectrum If you enable PCIE/SATA/HT spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI(Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system.

  • Page 39: Advanced Bios Features

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Advanced BIOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Menu vHard Disk Boot Priority This option is used to select the priority for HDD startup. After pressing <Enter>, you can select the HDD using the <PageUp>/<PageDn> or Up/Down arrow keys, and change the HDD priority using <+> or <->. To exit this option, press <Esc>.
  • Page 40 Chapter 3 BIOS Description vFirst/Second/Third Boot Device This option allows you to set the boot device sequence. vBoot From Other Device W ith this item enabled, the system will search all other possible locations if it fails to find one in the devices specified under the first, second and third boot devices.
  • Page 41 Chapter 3 BIOS Description vSecurity Option When it is set to “Setup”, a password is required to enter the CMOS Setup screen; When it is set to “System”, a password is required not q only to enter CMOS Setup, but also to start up your PC. vAPIC Mode This option is used to enable or disable APIC mode.

  • Page 42: Advanced Chipset Features

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Advanced Chipset Features Advanced Chipset Features Menu vDRAM Configuration Press <Enter> to set the items about DRAM Configuration. vFrame Buffer Size This item is used to set the VGA frame buffer size. Note: This function does not work when the external display card is used. vK8<->NB/NB-->SB/NB<--SB HT Speed These options are used to set the bandspeed of the link’s transmitter of K8 <->NB/NB-->SB/NB<--SB .
  • Page 43 Chapter 3 BIOS Description DRAM Configuration Menu vTime Mode This item is used to set timing mode. vMemclock index Value This option is used to set memclock value. Memclock Index Value is the speed used as a ratio with the CPU Frequency to determine your memory speed. vCAS# Latency This option controls the CAS latency, which determines the timing delay (in clock cycles) before SDRAM starts a read command after recerving it.
  • Page 44 Chapter 3 BIOS Description vBottom of 32-bit [31:24] IO This item is used to set Bottom of 32-bit [31:24] IO. vS/W memory hole Remapping This item is used to enalbe or disable the S/W memory hole remapping. vH/W memory hole Remapping This item is used to enalbe or disable the S/W memory hole remapping.

  • Page 45: Integrated Peripherals

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Integrated Peripherals Integrated Peripherals Menu vIDE Function Setup Press Enter to set the items about IDE Function. vOnboard device setup Press <Enter> to set the Onboard device setup. vOnboard I/0 Chip setup Press <Enter> to set the Onboard I/O Chip setup.
  • Page 46 Chapter 3 BIOS Description IDE Function Menu vOnChip IDE Channel 0/1 This option is used to set the onchip IDE channel 0/1. vIDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO These four items let you assign which kind of PIO (Programmer Input/Output) is used by IDE devices. Choose “Auto” to let the system auto detect which PIO mode is best, or select a PIO mode from 0-4.
  • Page 47 Chapter 3 BIOS Description RAID Config Menu RAID Enable This option is used to disable or enable the RAID function. W hen enabled, the following grayed items will be activated. vSATA 1/2 Primary/Secondary RAID These features allow user to enable or disable the RAID function for each SATA hard disk drive.
  • Page 48 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Onboard Device Setup vOnchip USB This option is used to set whether the USB Controller is enabled. vUSB Memory Type This option is used to set the USB Memory type. vUSB Keyboard Support This option is used to set whether the USB keyboard controller is enabled in a legacy operating system (such as DOS).
  • Page 49 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Onboard I/O Chip Setup vOnboad FDC Controller This option is used to set whether the onboard FDC controller is enabled. vOnboard Serial Port 1/2 These options are used to assign the I/O address and interrupt request (IRQ) for the onboard serial port 1/2.

  • Page 50: Power Management Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Power Management Setup Power Management Setup Menu vACPI function ACPI stands for “Advanced Configuration and Power Interface”. ACPI is a standard that defines power and configuration management interfaces be- tween an operating system and the BIOS. In other words, it is a standard that describes how computer components work together to manage system hardware.
  • Page 51 Chapter 3 BIOS Description continues. When you select the “V/H SYNC + Blank” mode the vertical and horizontal scanning movement of screen stops when the computer enters power saving mode. “DPMS Supported” mode is a new screen power management system, and it needs to be supported by the monitor you’re using.
  • Page 52 Chapter 3 BIOS Description vDate of Month Alarm W hen the Power-On by Alarm set as “Enabled”, this option will be modified. It is used to set the timing for the start-up date. The setting values contain 0 - 31. vTime (hh: mm: ss) Alarm W hen the Power-On by Alarm set as “Enabled”, this option will be modified.

  • Page 53: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description PnP/PCI Configurations PnP/PCI Configurations Menu vInit Display First This item is used to set which display device will be used first when your PC starts up. vReset Configuration Data This option is used to set whether the system is permitted to automatically distribute IRQ DMA and I/0 addresses when each time the machine is turned vResources Controlled By This option is used to define the system resource control scheme.If all cards...

  • Page 54: Pc Health Status

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description PC Health Status PC Health Status Menu vShutdown Temperature This option is used to set the system temperature upper limit. W hen the temperature exceeds the setting value, the motherboard will automatically cut off power to the computer. vCPU Vcore, +3.3V, +5V, +12V, +5VSB, Voltage Battery, Current CPU Temperature, Current SYS Temperature, CPU Fan Speed, System FAN Speed These items display the current status of all the monitored hardware device/...

  • Page 55: Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Load Fail-Safe Defaults Select this option and press <Enter>, it will pop up a dialogue box to allow you to install fail-safe defaults for all appropriate items in the Setup Utility. Select <Y> and press <Enter> to load the defaults. Select <N> and press <Enter> to not load.

  • Page 56: Save & Exit Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Under the menu “Advanced BIOS Features Setup”, if you select “System” in Security Option, the screen will prompt you to enter password once the system is started or you want to enter CMOS setting program. If the password is wrong, it will refuse you to continue.

  • Page 57: Utility Cd Content

    Chapter The utility CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the mother- board features. This chapter includes the following information: Utility CD content Start to install drivers...
  • Page 58 B. Adobe Reader C. Norton Internet Security D. Word Perfect Office 12 (optional) E. nTune (optional) 3. Manual Click to browse the content of manual. 4. Browse CD Click to browse this CD. 5. Homepage Click here to visit Foxconn motherboard homepage.
  • Page 59 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Start to install drivers Select <Install Driver> to enter the driver installation menu (as following pic). Click the relevant button to install nVIDIA nForce Chipset System, DirectX 9.0, Audio Driver, VGA Driver . Please inst a ll the drives in sequence...
  • Page 60 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Chapter This chapter will introduce how to use attached software. This chapter includes the following information: SuperStep SuperUpdate SuperLogo nTune...

  • Page 61: Chapter Directions For Bundled Software

    Adjust System Fan1 warning Minimize Window criteria Exit Program About SuperStep Adjust CPU Fan warning SuperStep Help criteria Link to FOXCONN Website Adjust System Fan2 Go to Fan warning criteria page Apply the Reset the adjust- warning criteria ments to default...
  • Page 62 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Adjust voltages warning criteria (upper limit) Current voltage readings Go to Voltage page Reset the warning Apply the Adjust voltages criteria to default adjustments warning criteria settings (Lower limit) Current CPU Adjust CPU tem- Temperature perature warning criteria...
  • Page 63 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Current PCI Current CPU Express clock Clock Current PCI clock Current CPU Adjust the CPU Ratio External Frequency Reset to the default Go to Apply the settings Clock page adjustments Check for the system to auto- matically provide warning mes- sages...

  • Page 64: Superupdate

    Minimize Window Current Exit Program BIOS Information BIOS Update Setting About SuperUpdate SuperUpdate Help Link to Foxconn Website Connect to server Backup system and popup a list of BIOS to an image available BIOSs for file users to download...
  • Page 65 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Backup BIOS to local image: 1. Click <Backup> and name your BIOS binary file to backup current BIOS. 2. Click <OK> to finish the backup process. Update BIOS from local image: 1. Click <Load> to load the BIOS file.
  • Page 66 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software 2. Click <Update>, the following message will appear. 3. Click <Yes> to backup the current BIOS, then the following picture will appear. 4. Click <OK >, then click <Update>.
  • Page 67 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software 5. Now is updating. 6. Click <Restart>.
  • Page 68 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Update BIOS: 1. Click <Latest BIOS> to automatically update the BIOS from the server. 2. The following procedure is the same as Update BIOS from local image.

  • Page 69: Superlogo

    The best resolution is 136 x 84 for top-right logo and 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 for full screen logo. Using SuperLogo: Display the Flash Information Minimize Window BIOS Write Exit Program Protect Status About SuperLogo BIOS Flash SuperLogo Help Rom Free Space Link to Foxconn website Go to ROM Info. page...
  • Page 70 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Full screen mode Top-Right mode Follow the Boot without logo Wizard to complete the logo update Go to Change Logo page Backup whole Backup Logo BIOS image Follow the Wizard to complete the backup function Go to Backup page BIOS image Browse a BIN file...

  • Page 71: Ntune

    Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software nTune NVIDIA nTune is a full-featured application for easily modifying system settings and testing them without the need for rebooting your system. nTune features: 1. Modify system performance settings, such as bus speeds, CPU voltages, fan speed, and other system performance options that are supported by the BIOS.
  • Page 72 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software System Performance Run Performance Tuning Wizard The Performance Tuning Wizard is used to guide the user through automated tuning of the system. Click the“Run Performance Tuning Wizard” to set the perfor- mance tuning. The user will be presented with three tuning options. Select “next”...
  • Page 73 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Change Performance Settings Selecting this task will open a simple mechanism for managing the performance of the system. It displays the current profile assigned for a given performance category (Business, Gaming, or Relaxed), and the actions that invoke the profile. Note: It is necessary to first run the NVPE(NVPerformance Examiner) wizard before trying the manage system...
  • Page 74 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software System Diagnostics Diagnose System Performance This can be used to determine drags on the host system’s performance. It per- forms a quick check to identify probable causes for lower performance. Save extensive system information details in a log file, this may be provided to tech-support.
  • Page 75 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Adjust performance monitor settings This feature allows the user to customize the monitor for their needs. Selec these items to track temperature Click the “Launch Monitor” to launch the NV Monitor application that lets you monitor various system temperature, CPU temperature and voltage values.
  • Page 76 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Adjust event logging settings The user now has the ability to track temperature, bus speed, and profile changes in a log file. This may be used for debugging of system events. Select how often the tracked selection is sampled and define the maximum file length in kilobytes Select any combination of the checkbox Launch explorer to find and...
  • Page 77 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software System management Adjust system power settings The user may define the performance behavior and power levels of specific compo- nents when on AC or battery power. The Settings for power profile will range from Maximum power to Maximum performance.
  • Page 78 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Manage networked system From this page, an administrator may view information for all nTune-enabled nForce systems on the network. It may also perform BIOS updates remotely. Start the scan of the network...
  • Page 79 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Chapter This chapter will introduce new functions of BIOS and how to use them in detail. It can further exert the max potential of motherboard to bring you super-value enjoyment. This chapter introduces the following new functions of BIOS: SuperBoot SuperBIOS-Protect SuperSpeed...

  • Page 80: Special Bios Functions

    Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperBoot SuperBoot technology greatly reduces the long boot process time of computers. A BIOS without SuperBoot has to perform many routines every time when the system starts, such as checking the system core and initializing system peripherals.

  • Page 81: Superbios-Protect

    Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperBIOS-Protect The BIOS of the motherboard is contained inside the Flash ROM. Severe vi- ruses such as CIH virus are so dangerous that it may overwrite the BIOS of the motherboard. If the BIOS has been damaged, the system will be unable to boot. W e provide the following solution which protects the system BIOS from being attacked by such viruses.
  • Page 82 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperSpeed SuperSpeed is a powerful and efficient Easy Technology for PC DIY fans. It offers a friendly interface. The users can also realize in the BIOS setup the CPU core voltage adjustability. Procedures: Correctly install your CPU. Plug in other configurations and restore the system.

  • Page 83: Superrecovery

    Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions SuperRecovery SuperRecovery is an easy-to-operate tool for backing up or recovering your hard disk data. It offers simplified user interfaces with hotkey access and allows you to experience unprecedented high security and reliability with extra functions, such as hotkey launch, and powerful anti-virus protection.
  • Page 84 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Hard Disk Selection: The hard disk selection menu will be displayed after you press the hotkey, listing all the IDE HDDs installed in your system. You can switch the highlight bar to make a selection and press “Enter” to confirm it. Attention: 1) Make sure that you have selected a HDD before entering the main menu.
  • Page 85 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Main Menu: Select a HDD to enter main menu. There are five function items, “DIVIDE HID- DEN PARTITION”, “RELEASE HIDDEN PARTITION”, “BACKUP”, “RECOVERY” and “CHANGE PASSWORD”. You can switch the highlight bar to make a selec- tion on the operation which should be performed on the HDD and confirm your selection by pressing <Enter>.
  • Page 86 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Attention : 1) All the data will be cleared after division is in process. So you’d better do the division against an empty HDD. 2) At the same time, the HDD capacity will decrease to make space for the hidden partition, which is unavailable for your normal use.
  • Page 87 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions Backup: Select BACKUP to enter the Backup interface, where you can find the following three sub-function items: “BACKUP CMOS SETUP”, “BACKUP PARTITION TABLE” and “BACKUP HARDDISK DATA”. Switch the highlight bar by pressing the arrow keys to make a selection and then press “Enter”...
  • Page 88 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 3. Backup Harddisk Data: 1) If there are active partitions (system partition), you can choose an active partition or the whole disk for backing up. But only one can be taken between the two choices. Old data will be replaced by the newly backed 2) Backing up with the progress bar showing.
  • Page 89 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 3) A report with all the critical data on this operation will be listed after backing up is completed. Original Size: The data size loaded in selected partition. Valid Size: The size of valid data. Elapsed Time: How long the process took to complete.
  • Page 90 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 1. Recover CMOS Setup: This function can help to restore the latest backup of CMOS settings you made. 2. Recover Partition Table: This function can help to recover all partition tables including extended partitions.
  • Page 91 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 3. Recover Hard disk Data: This option is used to restore the backed up data from the hidden partition. 4. Back to Main: This option is used to quit the Recovery interface. CHANGE PASSWORD Introduction: Select CHANGE PASSW ORD to enter the Change Password interface.

  • Page 92: Appendix

    Appendix Using 8-channel Audio 1. Introduction 8-channel audio is the highest surround sound standard available adding two speakers over existing 6-channel audio set-ups. 8-channel surround sound is already a standard feature for premium consumer audio devices, so it only makes sense that as users increasingly use their PCs to listen to the latest multimedia content that 8-channel support makes the migration as a standard PC feature.
  • Page 93 Appendix Blue Black Green Orange Grey STEP 2. You need to install the driver for the audio chip before you can use the 8- channel audio function. Click here...
  • Page 94 Appendix STEP 3. After installation of the audio driver, you’ll find an icon on the taskbar’s status area. Double click the icon, you will see the following picture. Click here STEP 4. Click icon. The following picture will appear. Click here STEP 5.

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