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A85F2-A DELUXE (GOLDEN) USER MANUAL
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- Page 1 Preface Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. Version 1.0 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow- ing conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives: Limits and methods of mesurement of radio disturbance char- EN 55022... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction...................1 Pakage Contents..................1 Specifications..................2 Motherboard Components..............4 I/O Ports....................6 Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions................9 Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis........9 Checking Jumper Settings..............10 Installing Hardware................11 Installing the Processor............11 Installing the CPU Cooler............12 Installing Memory Modules...........13 Installing Add-on Cards............15 Connecting Optional Devices..........17... - Page 4 Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8........53 Running Setup...............53 Manual Installation................55 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)........55 Chapter 5 Setting Up AMD A85X RAID Configuration Setting Up a Bootable RAID Array..........59 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly..........67 Start up problems after prolong use..........68...
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Page 5: Introducing The Motherboard
Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the A85F2-A DELUXE (GOLDEN) motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket FM2 for AMD TRINITY processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets. The motherboard is based on AMD A85X express chipset for best desktop platform. A85X is a single-chip, highly integrated. -
Page 6: Specifications
Specifications • Socket FM2 for AMD TRINITY processors • Supports CPU up to 125W TDP Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list. Chipset • AMD A85X Memory • Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture • 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 64 GB •... - Page 7 System BIOS • AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM • Supports Plug and Play • Supports ACPI & DMI • Supports STR(S3)/STD(S4) • Supports OC adjustment • Supports Hardware monitor • Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS • F7 hot key for boot up devices option •...
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Page 8: Motherboard Components
Motherboard Components A85F2-A DELUXE (GOLDEN) USER MANUAL... - Page 9 Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS 1. CPU Socket FM2 for AMD TRINITY processors 2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector 3. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots 4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector 5. SATA1~7 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 6.
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Page 10: I/O Ports
I/O Ports VGA Port You can connect the display device to the VGA port. DVI Port You can connect the display device to the DVI port. DP Port You can connect the display device to the DP port. HDMI Port You can connect the display device to the HDMI port. - Page 11 Audio Ports Use the audio jack to connect audio devices. The C port is for stereo line-in signal, while the E port is for microphone in signal. This motherboard supports audio devices that correspond to the A, B and D port respectively. In addition, both of the 2 ports, B and D provide user with both right &...
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Page 13: Installing The Motherboard
Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard 2-1. Safety Precautions Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard: • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity. • Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard. -
Page 14: Checking Jumper Settings
2-3. Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”. -
Page 15: Installing Hardware
2-4. Installing Hardware 2-4-1. Installing the Processor • This motherboard has an FM2 socket. • When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory. -
Page 16: Installing The Cpu Cooler
2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler • Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket. • Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components. -
Page 17: Installing Memory Modules
2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules • This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin DDR3 2600(OC)/2133(OC)/1866/1600/1333. • Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. - Page 18 Recommend memory configuration Sockets Model DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 1 DIMM Populated 1 DIMM Populated 2 DIMMs Populated Populated 3 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated 3 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated 4 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated Populated Due to Intel CPU spec definition, please follow the table above for recommended memory configuration.
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Page 19: Installing Add-On Cards
2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system. - Page 20 Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
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Page 21: Connecting Optional Devices
2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: Components Components SATA1~7 SPDIFO F_USB1(EZ) & F_USB2~3 USB3F F_AUDIO 1. SATA1~7: Serial ATA connectors SATA1~7 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s device, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. - Page 22 2. F_USB1(EZ) & F_USB2~3: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers The motherboard has three USB 2.0 headers supporting six USB 2.0 ports. Addition- ally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.
- Page 23 3. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate. 4. SPDIFO: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.
- Page 24 5. COM: Onboard serial port header Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system. 6. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented mi- crophone and line-out ports for easier access.
- Page 25 AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to sup- port AC97 Audio mode. If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “ Disabled Front Panel Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’...
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Page 26: Installing A Sata Hard Drive
2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA hard drive. About SATA Connectors Your motherboard features seven SATA connectors supporting a total of seven drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. -
Page 27: Connecting Case Components
2-4-7. Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Components Components CPU_FAN SYS_FAN ATX_POWER F_PANEL ATX_12V PWR_FAN 1. CPU_FAN (CPU cooling FAN Power Connector) & 3. SYS_FAN (System Cooling FAN Power Connector) &... - Page 28 2. ATX_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & 7. ATX12V (ATX 12V Power Connector) Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V. Connecting 8-pin/4-pin power cable Users please note that the 8-pin and 4-pin power cables can both be con- nected to the ATX12V connector.
- Page 29 Connecting 24-pin power cable The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply. With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly. 24-pin power cable 6.
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Page 30: Front Panel Header
5. Front Panel Header The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information: Hard Drive Activity LED Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. -
Page 31: Using Bios
Chapter 3 Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS. The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s con- figuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. -
Page 32: Resetting The Default Cmos Values
Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. Above image is for reference only, for details please refer to actual image. Resetting the Default CMOS Values When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings Wrong”... -
Page 33: Bios Navigation Keys
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a icon. The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings. -
Page 34: Main Menu
Main Menu This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system language, date and time. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Choose the system default BIOS Information language System Language English System Date Wed 06/20/2012 System Time 15:09:42... -
Page 35: Advanced Menu
Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Enable or Disable Boot LAN Configuration Option for Legacy Network PC Health Status Devices. Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration... -
Page 36: Lan Configuration
LAN Configuration The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN Configuration LAN 1 Controller Onboard LAN Controller Enabled Network stack Enabled Ipv4 PXE Support Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item... -
Page 37: Pc Health Status
PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit PC Health Status Smart Fan Function CPU Tctl : +63 CPU Fan Speed : 5576 RPM System Fan Speed... - Page 38 Smart Fan Mode (Normal) This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quiet mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment.
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Page 39: Power Management Setup
Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit About Resume by Ring Power Management Setup Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PME Disabled Resume By USB (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Disabled... -
Page 40: Acpi Configuration
ACPI Configuration The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Select the highest ACPI ACPI Settings sleep state the system ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM) will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. -
Page 41: Cpu Configuration
CPU Configuration The item in the menu shows the CPU. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit CPU Configuration Enabled/disabled C6 Socket0: AMD A8-5500 APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Max Speed: 3200 MHZ Intended Speed: 3200 MHZ Microcode Patch Level: 600110f -- Cache par Core -- L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KB/2-way L1 Data Cache: 16KB/4-way... -
Page 42: Sata Configuration
SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit SATA Configuration Serial-ATA Controller Enabled SATA Mode IDE Mode SATA Port1 Not Present SATA Port2 Not Present : Select Screen /Click: Select Item SATA Port3 Not Present... -
Page 43: Usb Configuration
USB Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit USB Configuration All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled USB 3.0 Controller Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. -
Page 44: Super Io Configuration
Super IO Configuration Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) Super IO Configuration Serial Port 0 Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. -
Page 45: Chipset Menu
Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit North Bridge Parameters North Bridge South Bridge : Select Screen /Click: Select Item /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select... - Page 46 South Bridge Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit South Bridge Select AC Power state when Power is re-applied after Restore AC Power Loss Power Off a power failure. Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled...
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Page 47: Mb Intelligent Bios X) Menu
M.I.B X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) Menu This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system. Main Advanced Chipset... - Page 48 RAS# Active Time (tRAS) (24) This item specifies the RAS# active time. Read CAS# Precharge (tRTP) (5) This item controls the Read to PRECHARGE delay for memory devices, in memory clock cycles. Row Cycle Time (tRC) (33) This item specifies the row cycle time. Write Recovery Time (tWR) (10) This item specifies the write recovery time.
- Page 49 Warning: Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components that are run beyond the rated limits. Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking When end-users encounter failure after attempting over-clocking, please take the following steps to recover from it.
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Page 50: Boot Menu
Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Boot Configuration Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for Legacy OS Operation System Select Windows 7 or other OS Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Windows 8: Boot policy for... - Page 51 Hard Disk Drive/ CD/DVD ROM Drive/ USB/IDE Floppy Drive/ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive/ USB HardDisk Drive/ USB Flash Drive/ NETWORK Device Drive Priorities These items enable you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system. Press <Enter> to see the submenu. CSM parameters OpROM execution, boot options filter,etc.
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Page 52: Security Menu
Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Secure Boot mode selector. Administrator Password Status Not Install ‘Standard’ -fixed Secure User Password Status Not Install boot policy, ‘Custom’ - changeable Image Administrator Password Execution policy and Secure... - Page 53 Image Execution Policy Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Internal FV Always Execute Image Execution Policy per Option ROM Deny Execute device path on Security Removable Media Deny Execute Violation.
- Page 54 Key Management Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Default Key Provisioning Disabled Force OEM default Secure Manage All Factory Keys (PK, KEK, DB, DBX) Boot Keys if System is in Install default Secure Boot keys Setup Mode.
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Page 55: Exit Menu
Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Back to EZ Mode Go back to EZ Mode. Load Non Disk Utility Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset... -
Page 56: Updating The Bios
Boot Override Use this item to select the boot device. Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improve- ments in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows: If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing. -
Page 57: Using The Motherboard Software
Click “Setup” Click the “ Utilities” button to select and button to select and software install ECS Intelligent installation program. Utility. Running Setup Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard: Click Setup. The installation program begins: The following screens are examples only. - Page 58 Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items. Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence.
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Page 59: Manual Installation
ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently. These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software. - Page 60 Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. eBLU ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
- Page 61 ECS eOC Utility is a simple over-clocking tool that provides user-friendly windows operation interface for novices and over-clockers. Combining with ECS MIB III tech- nology, eOC challenges the undiscovered over-clocking capability than ever before. Monitor Easy Tuning Advance Tuning Options Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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Page 63: Setting Up Amd A85X Raid Configuration
Chapter 5 Setting Up AMD A85X RAID Configuration Setting Up a bootable RAID Array This section explains how to configure a bootable AMD RAID array. Setting Up the BIOS Start your computer, then press Delete to enter the BIOS setup. The BIOS CMOS Setup Utility screen appears. - Page 64 Press F4 to save the configuration and exit. The PC reboots. Enter the RAID BIOS Setup by pressing Ctrl-F when prompted, and proceed to set up the AMD RAID BIOS as described in the next section. Configuring the AMD RAID BIOS (Windows XP Installation) The AMD RAID BIOS set up lets you choose the RAID type and which hard drives you want to make part of the array.
- Page 65 Select [2], then select LD 1 in the following page. The Define LD Menu screen appears (Figure 1.4). FastBuild (tm) Utility (c) 2006 ATI Technology, Inc. [ Define LD Menu ] LD No RAID Mode Total Drv LD 1 RAID 0 Stripe Block : 64 KB Past Init :...
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Page 66: Assigning The Disks
Assigning the Disks Select the Assignment to Y to designate a free disk to be used as a RAID array disk. Figure 1.5 illustrates the Define a New Array screen after two disks have been assigned as RAID 0 array disks. FastBuild (tm) Utility (c) 2006 ATI Technology, Inc. - Page 67 Press ESC to exit. The Main Menu screen appears (Figure 1.7). FastBuild (tm) Utility (c) 2006 ATI Technology, Inc. [ Main Menu ] View Drive Assignments....[ 1 ] Define LD..........[ 2 ] Define LD..........[ 3 ] System is going to REBOOT! Controller Configuration....[ 4 ] Are You Sure? Y - Reboot / Any Key - Back...
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Page 68: Installing The Raid Drivers
Installing the RAID Drivers Your system may come with a Windows install CD that already includes AMD RAID drivers. If so, then this section is not relevant. If that is not the case (or you are trying to install a new version of Windows), then you will need an AMD RAID driver F6 install floppy. - Page 69 a. Insert the floppy that has the RAID driver, press S, then press Enter. The following Windows Setup screen appears: Windows Setup --------- You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with windows£¬ using a device support disk provided bu an adapter manufacturer. Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC to return to the previous screen.
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Page 71: Trouble Shooting
Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http:// www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenulD=49& childid=M 49&LanlD=0 a) System does not power up and the fans are not running. -
Page 72: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use
5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component. Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/ Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information. Maintenance and care tips Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance. - Page 74 Memo A85F2-A DELUXE (GOLDEN) USER MANUAL...