SOYO TechAID Manual

SOYO TechAID
Version: V1.0
Introduction
Congratulations on you purchase of the SOYO TechAID. Before you begin using this product,
please take some time to read this user guide as it will illustrate the steps for installing and using your
new TechAID.
The purpose of the Soyo TechAid is to make the difficult troubleshooting procedure easier and
quicker. This debugging card will assist any technicians (from novice to advance users) in accurately
and conveniently locating their hardware problems faster, cutting down the troubleshooting time
drastically simply by displaying an easy to follow POST (Power On Self Test) code on its display.
Unpacking your new TechAID:
Your Soyo TechAID should contain the following items:
1) Soyo TechAID
2) Mini Display Card
3) 9 Pin Ribbon Cable
4) Installation Guide
Device Description:
PCIRST LED- When the
system is first power up,
this LED will turn on
momentary and then off, it
will remain off after the
initial boot up.
2 Digit
POST Code
Display
PCI Interface to be
plugged into an
open PCI slot on
your motherbo ard.
+3V3SB LED – This
is the standby power
indicator.
Connector for the
9 Pin Ribbon
Cable Extender.
3.3V LED – This light
should stay on after the
system is turned on. It means
the 3.3v power is present.
1
+5V LED – This light
should stay on after the
system is turned on. It
means the 5v power is
present.
+12V LED – This light
should stay on after the
system is turned on. It
means the +12v power
is presen t.
-12V LED – This light
should stay on after the
system is turned on. It
means the -12v power is
present.