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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 Item Checklist: Thank for your purchasing WinFast K8S755A series motherboard. Please check the package; if there are missing or damaged items, contact your distributor as soon as possible. vK8S755A series motherboard (x1) vWinFast Utility CD (x1) vUser’ s Manual (x1) vSATA RAID user’...

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    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 K8S755A is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) þ...
  • Page 4 Declaration of conformity Trade Name: WinFast Model Name: K8S755A 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 : H ON H A I PR ECISIO N IN D USTR Y C O M PA N Y LT D Address: 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter Product Introduction Main Features .................... 2 Motherboard Layout ................... 4 Chapter Installation Instructions CPU ......................9 Memory ....................11 Power Supply ..................15 Rear Panel Connectors ................16 Other Connectors ..................18 Expansion Slots ..................26 Jumpers ....................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Chapter Driver CD Introduction Utility CD content ..................Start to install drivers ................Install IDE Driver ....................60 Install SiS SATA RAID ................... Install AGP Driver ....................61 Install DirectX 9.0b ....................62 Install USB 2.0 Driver ................62 Using 4-/6-Channel Audio .................
  • Page 7 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.
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  • Page 9 Chapter Thank you for buying WinFast K8S755A series motherboard. This series of motherboard is one of our new products, and offers superior performance, reliability and quality, at a rea- sonable price. This motherboard adopts the advanced SiS 755 + SiS 964 chipset, providing users a computer platform with a high integration-compatibility-performance price ratio.

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 Product Introduction

    Chapter 1 Product Introduction Main Features Size: ATX form factor of 12” x 8.8” Microprocessor: ® Supports AMD Athlon64 Processor Hyper Transport Technology with 8/16 links ® Supports AMD Athlon64 Processor Hyper Transport Technology up to 1600 MT/s bandwidth Chipset: SiS Chipset: SiS 755 (North Bridge) +SiS 964 (South Bridge) System Memory Three 184-pin DDR DIMM slots...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1 Product Introduction Onboard LAN (optional) Supports10/100/1000 (optional) Mbps Ethernet LAN interface built-in on board Onboard Audio AC’ 97 2.3 Specification Compliant Supports S/PDIF output Onboard Line-in jack, Microphone-in jack, Line-out jack Supports 5.1 channels audio (setting via software) BIOS Licensed advanced AWARD (Phoenix) BIOS, supports flash ROM, Plug-and- Play...

  • Page 12: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 1 Product Introduction Motherboard Layout K8S755A Series User Manual 2004-9-22, 17:16...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1 Product Introduction ATX 12V connector This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V plug from the ATX 12V power supply. AGP slot This Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports 1.5V AGP8X mode graphics cards for 3D graphical applications. CPU socket A 754-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) Socket for the AMD ®...
  • Page 14 Chapter 1 Product Introduction IDE connectors These dual-Channel bus master IDE connectors support Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66. Both the primary (blue) and secondary (white) connectors are slotted to prevent incorrect insertion of the IDE ribbon cable. Flash ROM This 4Mb firmware contains the programmable BIOS program. South Bridge controller Referred to as the SiS 964 MuTIOL Media I/O, this controller integrates the audio controller with AC’97 interface, Ethernet MAC, Universal Serial Bus Host...

  • Page 15: 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, use of the rear panel connectors, connection of hard drive and floppy drive data cables, and setting up various other feature of the motherboard.
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions 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. 2.
  • Page 17 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions ® This motherboard supports AMD Athlon64 processors with a 1600 MT/s band- width and HyperThansport Technology. Attention: The CPU pins must be properly aligned with the holes in the socket, otherwise the CPU may be damaged. Installation of CPU Follow these steps to install the CPU.
  • Page 18 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Installation of CPU Fan New technology allows processors to run at higher and higher frequencies. To avoid problems arising from high-speed operation, for example, overheating, you need to install the proper fan. The following procedure is provided for reference only, please refer to your CPU fan user guide for the actual procedure.
  • Page 19 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions CPU Qualified Vendor List The following table lists the CPUs that have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Package Cache Size Frequency Model Number 754 Pin Lidded Oµ PGA 512 KB 1800 MHz 2800+ 754 Pin Lidded Oµ...

  • Page 20: Recommended Memory Configurations

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Recommended Memory Configurations The following table lists the recommended memory configurations. Maximum Number Frequency Socket 1* Socket 2* Socket 3* (MHz) DIMMs x8 single rank or x16 empty empty empty x8 single rank or x16 empty empty empty x8 single rank or x16...
  • Page 21 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Memory Qualified Vendor List The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Vendor Type Size Kingmax PC3200 (DDR 400) 256M, 512M Kingmax PC2100 (DDR 266) 256M Kingston PC3200 (DDR 400) 256M, 512M...
  • Page 22 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Installation of DDR Memory 1. There is only one gap in the center of the DIMM slot, and the memory module can be fixed in one direction only. 2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the DIMM slot.
  • Page 23 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. ATX 12V Power Connector: PWR2 The 4 pin ATX 12V power supply connects to PWR2 and provides power to the CPU.

  • Page 24: Rear Panel Connectors

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Rear Panel Connectors This motherboard provides the following ports as below: Parallel Port 1394Port LAN Port (Printer Port) (optional) Line-in PS/2 Mouse Port Line-out PS/2 Keyboard Port COM1 USB 2.0 Port PS/2 Mouse Port This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse. PS/2 Keyboard Port This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions LAN Port This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Audio Port When using a two-channel sound source, the Line-out jack is used to connect to speaker or headphone; the Line-in port connects to an external CD player, tape player or other audio devices.

  • Page 26: Other Connectors

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Other Connectors This motherboard includes interfaces for FLOPPY, IDE HDD, SATA, USB, 1394, 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. FLOPPY Connector HDD connectors: PIDE &...
  • Page 27 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions SIDE PIDE Front Panel Connector: FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED indicator. IDE-LED PWR-LED PWRBTN# RESET FP1! Hard Disk LED Connector (HD-LED) Attach the connector to the HD-LED on the front panel of the case; the LED will flash while the HDD is in operation.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Power LED Connector (PWR-LED) Attach the connector to the Power LED on the front panel of the case. The Power LED indicates the power supply status. When the system is in S0 status, the LED is on. When the system is in S1 status, the LED is blink. When the system is in S3, S4, S5 staus, the LED is off.
  • Page 29 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions IrDA Header: IR The IrDA infrared transmission allows your computer to send and receive data via an infrared ray. The relevant parameters for the BIOS Integrated Peripherals should be set prior to using this function. Empty IRRX IRTX COM2: Addtional COM Header...
  • Page 30 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Fan Connectors: CPU_FAN, FAN1, FAN2 There are three fan headers on this motherboard. These fans will be automati- cally turned off after the system enters suspend mode. +12V SENSE FAN1 SENSE +12V CPU_FAN +12V FAN2 SENSE Audio Connectors: MODEM_IN, CD_IN, AUX_IN To receive audio input from the CD-ROM, attach its audio connector to the CD_IN/ AUX_IN audio headers on the motherboard.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions 1394 Header: F_1394 (optional) The 1394 expansion cable can be connected to either the front (provided that the front panel of your chassis is equipped with the appropriate interface) or the real panel of the chassis. TPA- TPA+ TPB-...
  • Page 32 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Wake-up on Modem: WOM Through this function, systems in suspend or soft-off mode can be waken up by a ring signal received from the internal modem. When this function is used, be sure an internal modem card which supports this function is provided. Then connect the header to the relevant connector on the modem card, set “RING Power Up Control”...
  • Page 33 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Audio Interface: F_AUDIO The audio port includes two parts – the Front Audio and Rear Audio. Their priority is sequenced from high to low (Front Audio to Rear Audio). If headphones are plugged into the front panel of the chassis (using the Front Audio), then the Line Out (Rear Audio) on the rear panel will not work.

  • Page 34: Expansion Slots

    Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Speaker Connector The speaker connector is used to connect speaker of the chassis. SPK(Pull high) EMPTY SPKJ SPEAKER Expansion Slots This motherboard includes five 32-bit Master PCI bus slots and one AGP slot. PCI Slots The expansion cards can be installed in the five PCI slots. When you install or remove such cards, please make sure that the power cord has been unplugged from the power supply.
  • Page 35 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions AGP Slot This motherboard has an AGP slot that supports 1.5V AGP cards. AGP is an interfacing specification designed to display 3D images. It provides a specialized 66Mhz, 32-bit channel to allow the graphic controller to directly access the master memory and supports 4X and 8X speeds.

  • Page 36: 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 37 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions Clear CMOS Jumper: CLS_CMOS This motherboard uses the CMOS RAM to store all the set parameters. The CMOS can be cleared by removing the CMOS jumper. How to clear CMOS? 1. Turn off the AC power supply and short pins 1 and 2 on the jumper. 2.
  • Page 38 Chapter 2 Installation Instructions BIOS-Protection Jumper: FWH_EN The motherboard BIOS is inside the FWH. If the jumper FWH_EN is set as Disable (Pin1 & Pin2), the system BIOS is protected from being attacked by a serious virus, such as the CIH virus. You will be unable to flash the BIOS to the motherboard once the system BIOS is protected.
  • Page 39 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 40: 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 41 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 42: Advanced Bios Features

    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 43 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 44 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 “...
  • Page 45 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 46 Chapter 3 BIOS Description BIOS Features BIOS Features Menu v[SuperBoot] SuperBoot (Default: Disabled) 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. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 47 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 48 Chapter 3 BIOS Description First/Second/Third Boot Device (Default: Floppy/Hard Disk/CDROM) This option allows you to set the boot device sequence. The available setting values are: Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP100, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, LAN, and Disabled. Boot Other Device (Default: Enabled) With 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 49 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Security Option (Default: Setup) 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 only to enter CMOS Setup, but also to start up your PC.

  • Page 50: Advanced Chipset Features

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Advanced Chipset Features Advanced Chipset Features Menu DRAM Configuration (Default: Press Enter) Press <Enter> to set the items about DRAM Configuration. Please refer to page 43. AGP Aperture Size (Default: 64MB) This option defines the size of the aperture if you use an AGP graphic adapter. The aperture is a portion of the PCI memory address range dedicated for graphic memory address space.
  • Page 51 Chapter 3 BIOS Description HT_Width (Default: Auto) The available setting values are: 8 bits,16 bits and Auto. HT_Speed(Default: 800MHz) The available setting values are: 200MHz, 400 MHz, 600 MHz and 800 MHz. 1T/2T Memory Timing (Default: Auto) (Optional) The available setting values are: Auto, 1T and 2T. Max Memclock (Mhz) (Default: Auto) The available setting values are: Auto, 100, 133 and 166.

  • Page 52: Integrated Peripherals

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Integrated Peripherals Integrated Peripherals Menu SIS OnChip IDE Device Press <Enter> to set onchip IDE device. Please refer to page 45. SIS OnChip PCI Device Press <Enter> to set onchip PCI device. Please refer to page 46. Onboard SuperIO Device Press <Enter>...
  • Page 53 Chapter 3 BIOS Description SIS Onchip IDE Device Menu Internal PCI/IDE (Default: Both) This option is used to set the ports of onboard IDE. The available setting values are: Disabled, Primary, Secondary and Both. IDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO (Default: Auto) These four items let you assign which kind of PIO (Programmer Input/Output) is used by IDE devices.
  • Page 54 Chapter 3 BIOS Description SIS OnChip PCI Device Menu SIS USB Controller (Default: Enabled) This option is used to enable or disable SIS USB controller. USB 2.0 Supports (Default: Enabled) This option is used to enable or disable USB 2.0. USB Keyboard Support (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set USB keyboard support.
  • Page 55 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Onboard Lan Boot ROM (Default: Disabled) This option is used to decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled. Onboard SuperIO Device Menu Onboard FDC Controller (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the onboard FDC controller is enabled.
  • Page 56 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Parallel Port Mode (Default: SPP) Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the onboard parallel port. The setting values include SPP, EPP, ECP, ECP+EPP. ECP Mode Use DMA (Default: 3) Select a DMA channel for the parallel port when using the ECP mode. This field is only configurable if Parallel Port Mode is set to ECP.

  • Page 57: Power Management Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Power Management Setup Power Management Setup Menu ACPI function (Default: Enabled) 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 58 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Video Off Method (Default: DPMS Supported) This option is used to define the video off method. “Blank Screen” mode means that after the computer enters power saving mode, only the monitor will close, however, the vertical and horizontal scanning movement of the screen continues.
  • Page 59 Chapter 3 BIOS Description PM Wake UP Events Menu IRQ [3-7,9-15], NMI (Default: Enabled) This option is used to enable or disable IRQ[3-7,9-15], NMI. IRQ 8 Break Suspend (Default: Disabled) This option is used to enable or disable IRQ 8 break suspend. RING Power Up Control (Default: Enabled) If this option is enabled, it allows the system to resume from a software power down or power saving mode whenever there is an incoming call to an in-...
  • Page 60 Chapter 3 BIOS Description Day of Month Alarm This option is used to set the timing for the start-up day of the month. The setting values contain 0 - 31. Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm This option is used to set the timing for the start-up time. The setting values contain hh:0 –...

  • Page 61: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description PnP/PCI Configurations PnP/PCI Configurations Menu Reset Configuration Data (Default: Disabled) This option is used to set whether the system is permitted to automatically distribute IRQ DMA and I/O addresses each time the machine is turned on. The setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 62: Pc Health Status

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description PC Health Status Shutdown Temperature (Default: Disabled) This option is used to set the system temperature upper limit. When the temperature exceeds the setting value, the motherboard will automatically cut off power to the computer. The available setting values are: 60 C/140 C/149 F, 70...

  • Page 63: Frequency/Voltage Control

    Chapter 3 BIOS Description Frequency/Voltage Control Frequency/Voltage Control Menu Auto Detect PCI Clk (Default: Enabled) This option is used to set whether the clock of a unused PCI slot will be disabled to reduce electromagnetic interference. The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 64: Load Fail-Safe 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 65: 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 66 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 Install IDE Driver Install SiS SATA RAID Install AGP Driver Install Direct X 9.0b Install USB2.0 Driver...

  • Page 67: Chapter 4 Driver Cd Introduction

    C. Norton Internet Security 2004 3. Browse CD Click to browse this CD. 4. Homepage Click here to visit Foxconn motherboard homepage. Note: 1. Install the latest patch first if your OS is Windows XP or Win- dows 2000. 2. Follow the CD screen order to install your motherboard drivers.

  • Page 68: Start To Install Drivers

    Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Start to install drivers Select <Install Driver>, and click to enter the install driver screen. You can select the driver that you want to install and begin the setup steps. Note: The following setup steps are based on Windows XP environment.

  • Page 69: Install Sis Sata Raid

    Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Install SiS SATA RAID Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig.1). Click<SiS SATA RAID> to start the installation. Click here Install AGP Driver Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig.

  • Page 70: Install Directx 9.0B

    Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Install DirectX 9.0b Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click <DirectX 9.0b> to start the installation. Click here Install USB 2.0 Driver Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig.

  • Page 71: Using 4-/6-Channel Audio

    Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Using 4-/6-Channel Audio The motherboard is equipped with the Realtek ALC655 chip, which provides support for 6-Channel audio output, including 2 front, 2 rear, 1 center and 1 subwoofer channel. ALC655 allows the board to attach 4 or 6 speakers for a better surround sound effect.
  • Page 72 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Attaching Speakers To perform multichannel audio operation, connect multiple speakers to the system. You should connect the same number of speakers as the audio chan- nels you will select in the software utility. 2-Channel Analog Audio Output The audio connectors on the rear panel already provide 2-Channel analog au- dio output.
  • Page 73 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction 4-Channel Analog Audio Output Line-out (Rear channels) Line-out (Front channels) Description: Line-in is converted to Line-out under the 4-Channel configuration. 6-Channel Analog Audio Output Line-out (Rear channels) Line-out (Front channels) Line-out (Center and Subwoofer channels) Description: Both Line-in and Microphone are converted to Line-out under the 6-Chan- nel configuration.
  • Page 74 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Digital Audio Output 6CH_Bracket S/PDIF Cable Coaxial S/PDIF jack Connect the S/PDIF speakers to the Coaxial S/PDIF jack. Description: Selecting 4- or 6-Channel Setting 1. Click the audio icon from the Windows tray bar at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction 3. Click the Speaker Configuration tab. Click here 4. The following window appears. Click here 5. Select the multi-Channel operation you prefer from Number of Speakers. 6. Click OK. 2004-9-22, 17:18...
  • Page 76 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Testing the Connected Speakers To ensure 4- or 6-Channel audio operation works properly, you may need to test each connected speaker to make sure every speaker works properly. If any speaker fails to sound, then check whether the cable is inserted firmly to the connector or replace the bad speakers with good ones.

  • Page 77: Install Lan Driver

    Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Click here 4. Click OK. Install LAN Driver Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click <LAN Driver> to start the installation. Click here 2004-9-22, 17:18...

  • Page 78: Install Sii3112 Sata Raid Driver

    Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Install SiI3112 SATA RAID Driver Click <Install Driver> from the main menu and enter the install driver menu (as shown in fig. 1). Click <SiI3112 SATA RAID> to start the installation. Click here From the main menu, select <Accessories> (as shown in following fig. 1). Click <SuperUtility>...

  • Page 79: Install Norton Internet Security 2004

    Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction From the main menu, select <Accessories> (as shown in following fig. 1). Click <Adobe Reader> to start the setup. Click here Install Norton Internet Security 2004 From the main menu, select <Accessories> (as shown in following fig. 1). Click <Norton Internet Security 2004>...
  • Page 80 Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction Chapter This chapter will introduce how to use attached software. This chapter includes the following information: SuperStep SuperUpdate SuperLogo 2004-9-22, 17:18...

  • Page 81: Chapter 5 Directions For Bundled Software

    4. Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface. Using SuperStep: Go to Fan System Fan1 System Fan2 page speed speed (optional) Link to Foxconn Website CPU Fan speed Exit Program Minimize Window SuperStep Help Adjust CPU Fan warning...
  • Page 82 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Go to Voltage Adjust voltages warning page criteria (upper limit) Current voltage readings Reset the warning Apply the Adjust voltages criteria to default adjustments warning criteria settings (Lower limit) Go to Temperature page Current CPU Adjust CPU tem- Temperature perature warning...
  • Page 83 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Go to Clock page Current AGP clock Current CPU Clock Current PCI clock Current CPU Adjust the CPU Ratio Reset to the default Apply the adjustments settings Go to Alarm page Check for the system to auto- matically provide warning mes-...

  • Page 84: Superupdate

    3. Simple and easy to operate, with a user-friendly graphics interface. Using SuperUpdate: Browse BIOS bin file Perform the BIOS update from local HDD from local image Link to Foxconn Website Exit Program Minimize Window SuperUpdate Help About SuperUpdate Upgrating BIOS via...
  • Page 85 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Bakeup BIOS to local image: 1. Click <Backup> to backup current BIOS file. 2. Click <OK> to finish the backup process. Update BIOS from local image: 1. Click <Load> to load the BIOS file. 2004-9-22, 17:18...
  • Page 86 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>. 2004-9-22, 17:18...
  • Page 87 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software 5. Now is updating. 6. Click <Restart>. 2004-9-22, 17:18...
  • Page 88 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Update BIOS On-line: 1. Click <Liveupdate> to automatically update the BIOS from the Internet. 2. The following procedure is the same as Update BIOS from local image. 2004-9-22, 17:18...

  • Page 89: 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: Go to ROM Info. page Display the Flash Information Link to Foxconn website Exit Program Minimize Window SuperLogo Help About SuperLogo...
  • Page 90 Chapter 5 Directions for Bundled Software Go to Change Logo page Full screen mode Top-Right mode Boot without logo Follow the Wizard to complete the logo update Go to Update BIOS page BIOS image Browse a BIN file file location for updating BIOS Follow the Wizard to complete the...

  • Page 91: Superboot

    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 92 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 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 93 Chapter 6 Special BIOS Functions 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. We provide the following solution which protects the system BIOS from being attacked by such viruses.

  • Page 94: Superspeed

    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 95: 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 96 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 97 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 98 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 99 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 100 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 101 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 102 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. 2004-9-22, 17:18...
  • Page 103 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 PASSWORD to enter the Change Password interface.

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