MINI_PCIE SATA2 CODEC PCIEX1 Box Contents 5 GA-J1800N-D2H or GA-J1900N-D2H motherboard 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 Two SATA cables 5 User's Manual 5 I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •...
1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header 1 x S/PDIF Out header j Only for GA-J1800N-D2H. k Only for GA-J1900N-D2H. - 7 -...
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Internal 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Connectors 1 x chassis intrusion header Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x HDMI port 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 port ...
Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
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Dual Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: Dual-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Internal Connectors ATX_12V F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU_FAN F_USB SYS_FAN SPDIF_O CLR_CMOS SATA2 0/1 Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
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5) COM (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition NDCD- NDSR- NSIN NRTS- NSOUT NCTS-...
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8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. • PLED (Power LED, Yellow): Power Switch Power LED Connects to the power status indicator on the...
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10) F_USB (USB 2.0/1.1 Header) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition Power (5V) USB DY+ Power (5V) USB DX- USB DY- No Pin USB DX+ •...
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13) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •...
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features.
Main Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the Main Menu. Submenu Help While in a submenu, press <F1>...
Advanced Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Security Boot Save & Exit Power Loading [Auto] ` Hardware Monitor ` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology ` SIO Misc Functions ` CPU Configuration ` PPM Configuration ` Thermal Configuration ` IDE Configuration ` Network Stack Configuration ` CSM Configuration...
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& Reset Case Open Status Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Disabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show Enabled "Close" at next boot. ` CPU Configuration ` Socket 0 CPU Information This section provides information on your CPU, frequency, and cache memory.
` IDE Configuration & Serial-ATA (SATA) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) & SATA Mode Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in the Chipset to AHCI mode. This item is configurable only when Serial-ATA(SATA) is set to Enabled. IDE Mode D isables RAID for the SATA controllers and configures the SATA controllers to IDE mode. AHCI Mode C onfigures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug.
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& Storage Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. UEFI only Enables UEFI option ROM only. Legacy only Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default) Enables legacy option ROM first.
& Restore AC Power Loss Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Power Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Power On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Last State The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
` Secure Boot menu & System Mode Displays the current system mode. & Secure Boot Displays the current secure boot state. & Secure Boot Enables or disables the secure boot function. Secure Boot requires all the applications that are running during the booting process to be pre-signed with valid digital certificates. This way, the system knows all the files being loaded before Windows 8 loads and gets to the login screen have not been tampered with.
& VGA Support Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot. Enables legacy option ROM only. Auto EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. & USB Support All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. Disabled Full Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
Save & Exit Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Security Boot Save & Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Restore Defaults Save as User Defaults Restore User Defaults Boot Override UEFI: USB 2.0 USB Flash Drive 0.00 UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell Launch EFI Shell From filesystem service...
Chapter 3 Appendix Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc"...
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FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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