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Vig660W Motherboard Manual C O M P U T E R S N E T W O R K S S O L U T I O N S...
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Viglen’s Environment laboratory To gain a 'CE' mark, the Viglen computer range has had to undergo many difficult tests to ensure it is Electromagnetically Compatible. These are carried out in the in-house 'Environment lab' at Viglen Headquarters. We have made every effort to guarantee that each computer leaving our factory complies fully with the correct standards.
International Business Machines Corporation. Core i3/i5/i7 and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel® Corporation. All other trademarks are acknowledged. Genie, Vig, Viglen, and Omnino are trademarks of Viglen Limited. Copyright and Patents This manual and all accompanying software and documentation are copyrighted and all rights reserved.
Chapter 3: Solving Problems Resetting the System Troubleshooting Procedures Problems & Suggestions Chapter 4: System BIOS What is the BIOS? The Power-On Sequence BIOS Upgrades Using AWDFLASH to Update the BIOS BIOS Setup Chapter 5: Suggestions V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
10/100/1000 network connection, as well as 4 USB 3.0 ports to enrich your multimedia creation experience. The Vig660W supports Intel Core i3, i5, i7 processors and Intel Pentium processors as well as being Microsoft Windows 7 Premium WHQL certified. This manual contains technical information about the Viglen Vig660W motherboard and other hardware components inside your computer.
Integrated HD audio codec by Realtek® ALC662 Support JACK detection, multi-streaming and anti-pop functions With ALC105 amplifier to support speakers Front panel header Intel® 82579LM Gigabit LAN controller Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps/s Fast Ethernet V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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If non-SPD memory is installed, the BIOS will attempt to correctly configure the memory settings, but performance and reliability may be impacted or the SO-DIMMs may not function under the determined frequency. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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8 full range channels at 24-bit/96kHz audio of lossless audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD or DTS HD Master Audio. The maximum supported resolution is 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz refresh (WUXGA). The HDMI port is compliant with the HDMI 1.3 specification. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
Figure 1: Audio Connectors Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones. Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
Link Green LAN activity is occurring. LAN link is established. Blinking LAN activity is occurring. Data Green/yellow 10 Mb/s data rate is selected. rate 100 Mb/s data rate is selected. 1000 Mb/s data rate is selected. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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POST. When the voltage drops below a certain level, the BIOS Setup program settings stored in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be accurate. Replace the battery with an equivalent one. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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If only the supervisor password is set, the computer boots without asking for a password. If both passwords are set, you can enter either password to boot the computer. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
Mini PCIE Half-card connector SATA connector Clear COM header Power connector for SATA HDD CPU FAN header Power connector for SATA ODD Speaker connector System FAN header RTC battery connector DDR3 connector Front panel audio header V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
These audio connectors are used for audio devices (MIC-IN, LINE-OUT). Note: The back panel audio line out connectors is designed to power headphones or amplified speakers only. Poor audio quality occurs if passive (non-amplified) speakers are connected to this output. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
Chapter 2: System Board Options The Vig660W motherboard is capable of accepting Intel® Core i3, i5, i7 processors and Intel Pentium processors. RAM can be upgraded to a maximum of 16GB using DDR3 1066 or 1333MHz RAM DIMMs Non ECC Unbuffered memory.
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We recommend that you return your computer to the service department for upgrading. Any work carried out is fully guaranteed. Upgrades should only be carried out by persons who are familiar with handling IC's, as incorrect installation will invalidate the guarantee. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
RAM onboard has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of the system configuration. The CMOS RAM allows the system to automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. Status Normal Clear CMOS Figure 5: Clear CMOS jumper V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. (The time Power Switch Header requirement is due to internal debounce circuitry on the board.) At least two seconds must pass before the power supply will recognize another on/off signal. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Note: DC power in can be within 12-19V (>=120W) with this motherboard。Users can use ATX12V 4pin header plugged to this header, but have to make method to let it output 12-19V power before powering on the motherboard. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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[Port 1] Right channel PRESENCE# (Dongle present) [Port 2] Right channel [Port 1] SENSE_RETURN SENSE_SEND (Jack detection) Key (no pin) [Port 2] Left channel [Port 2] SENSE_RETURN Table 6: USB2.0 X1 header Signal name +5VDC Key(no pin) V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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MP3 players, printers, modems and the like. Figure 9: Front USB connectors Table 7: Front panel USB2.0 header Signal Name Signal Name +5 VDC +5 VDC Ground Ground KEY (no pin) No Connect V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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CPU fan control. Figure 10: Fan Power connectors Table 8: System FAN header, CPU FAN header 4-Wire support 3-Wire support +12V main power FAN_POWER FAN_TACH FAN_TACH FAN_CONTROL V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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The back panel DC connector is compatible with a 7.4 mm/OD (outer diameter) and 5.1 mm/ID (inner diameter) plug, where the inner contact is +19 (±10%) V DC and the shell is GND. The maximum current rating is 12 A. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
2. Rotate the socket lever to lift the load plate away from the socket (Figure 13, A). Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position (Figure 13, B) while being careful not to damage adjacent components. Do not touch the socket contacts. Figure 13: Lift the load plate V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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B) and that the notches on the processor align with the posts on the socket (Figure 15, C). Lower the processor straight down without tilting or sliding it in the socket (Figure 15, A). Figure 15: Install the processor V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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(Figure 16, C, and D). The socket cover (Figure 16, B) will pop off as shown. Figure 16: Secure the load plate in place 6. Pick up the socket cover and remove it from the desktop board. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Figure 17). A fan with a 4-pin connector as shown in Figure 17 is recommended. 1. Make sure the four hooks are in the proper position before you install the cooler. Figure 17: Connecting the processor fan heat sink power cable to the processor fan header V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
5. When the SO-DIMM is seated, push down until the retaining arms at either ends of the socket snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place. 6. Replace the computer cover. Figure 18: Memory Installation V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Hold the SO-DIMM by the edges, lift it away from the socket, and store it in an antistatic package. 5. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the SO- DIMM sockets. Figure 19: Removing Memory Modules V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Viglen. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. To replace the battery, carry out the following: 1.
The second part lists error code messages that might be displayed. Please remember that if you cannot solve the problem by yourself then you should contact Viglen Technical Support for further assistance. Viglen Technical Support can be reached in the following ways: Telephone: 01727 201 850 Fax:...
Errors that prevent the boot process from continuing (fatal errors), are communicated by a series of audible beeps. If this type of error occurs, refer to the error codes and messages listed at the end of this chapter. 6. Confirm that the operating system has loaded. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
Check that the brightness and contrast controls are properly adjusted. Check that the video signal cable is properly installed. Make sure a video board is installed, enabled, and the jumpers are positioned correctly. Reboot the system. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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System halts before This indicates a fatal system error that requires immediate service attention. Note the screen display and write down any beep code completing POST emitted. Provide this information to your dealer service department / Technical Support. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
(also known as the CMOS RAM) and provides a special Setup program to change this information. The BIOS in your Viglen computer is guaranteed to be fully compatible with the IBM BIOS. It has been written by Phoenix Award BIOS, an industrial leader in the field of BIOS software.
AMIDEDOS.EXE utility or in Windows using the AEFUWIN utility that is available from the Viglen FTP site. This utility does BIOS upgrades as follows: Updates the flash BIOS from a file on a disk or within the location of the utility.
The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can use the arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Boot - Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices. Security - Use this menu to set supervisor and user passwords. Save & Exit - This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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3. Save & Exit Setup: Use the arrow keys (←, →, ↑, ↓) to select the [Save Changes & Reset] in [Save & Exit] menu, and press <Enter>. A pop-up message will appear, please select [Yes] and press<Enter> to save the configurations and exit BIOS setup utility. Figure 24: Save & Exit Setup V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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1. From the BIOS main menu select the ‘Boot’ tab. Figure 25: Main menu 2. In the ‘Boot’ tab scroll down the options to ‘Fast Boot’ and select this option. Set the ‘Fast Boot’ option to ‘Enabled’. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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3. In the ‘Boot’ tab scroll down the options to ‘UEFI Boot’ and select this option. Set the ‘UEFI Boot’ option to ‘Enabled’. For Windows 7 and Windows XP operating systems it should be set to Disabled. Figure 27: UEFI Boot option V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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To Enable Secure Boot From the BIOS tab options select the ‘Security’ tab and select the ‘Secure Boot’ option, set the ‘Secure Boot’ option to ‘Enabled’ Figure 28: Secure Boot Enabled/Disabled option V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Security Tab options and Set the Secure Boot Mode to ‘Custom’ Figure 29: Secure Boot Enabled/Disabled option 2. In Custom mode scroll down the active options in the Security Tab option list and Select the ‘Key Management’ Option. Figure 30: Secure Boot V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Figure 31: Default Key Provisioning 4. In the Key management options select the ‘Install default Secure Boot Keys’ option and confirm Installation in the prompt pop up to install the default secure Boot Keys. Figure 32: Default Secure Boot Keys V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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5. Once the Default Secure Boot keys are installed it will state ‘Installed’ as shown in below image Figure 33: Default Secure boot keys V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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1. In the Key management options select ‘Default Key Provisioning’ and Set the option to ‘Disabled’ Figure 34: Default Key Provisioning 2. Select ‘Clear Secure Boot Keys’ and confirm Installation in the prompt pop up to clear the default secure Boot Keys. Figure 35: Reset platform V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Once all BIOS settings have been configured press F4 key to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup. For Non EFI OS support (Windows 7) secure boot keys must be set to default and secure boot disabled. Otherwise system will not detect SATA hard disk drive under boot menu. V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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Are there any technological improvements that could be made to the system? 7. Other points you would like to mention? Please return this slip to: Product Development Dept. Viglen Ltd. 7 Handley Page Way Colney Street St Albans Hertfordshire AL2 2DQ V1.0 Vig660W Motherboard Manual...
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