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Features
Operating system
Win10 Home SL/EN X64 (MDRR) , Windows 10 ML/SL/CN, Endless.
Processor
The motherboard uses an LGA1151 type of socket that carries the following features:
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Accommodates the Intel
Chipset
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The Intel
B360 Chipset is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance.
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Support one PCI Express x16 slot
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Support one PCI Express x1 slot
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Support two M.2 slots
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Integrated three SATA 6Gb/s Host Controllers
Five USB 2.0 ports supported
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Two USB 3.0 ports supported
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One USB 3.1 Type A port supported
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One USB 3.1 Type C port supported
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Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) support
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Intel® High Definition Audio Controller
PCB
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Form Factor : DTX Size
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Size (Max.) : 200mm x 321mm
Memory
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Supports DDR4 2666/2400MHz DDR4 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture
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Accommodates four un-buffered DIMMs
Up to 16GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 64 GB
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Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
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One PCI Express x16 slot for Graphic Interface
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One PCI Express x1 slot
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One M.2 (2242/2280) for PCIe SSD and Intel Optane memory
One M.2 (2230/1630) with USB2.0 for WLAN/Bluetooth and Intel CNVi
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LAN
The onboard LAN provides the following features:
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Controller: Realtek RTL8118AS
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Support Wake up on LAN function, including from S3,S4,S5,G3->S5,power button off
(non-ACPI OS)
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CFL-S processor

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Summary of Contents for Acer Predator PO3-600 E

  • Page 1 Features Operating system Win10 Home SL/EN X64 (MDRR) , Windows 10 ML/SL/CN, Endless. Processor The motherboard uses an LGA1151 type of socket that carries the following features: ® Accommodates the Intel CFL-S processor Chipset ® The Intel B360 Chipset is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance. Support one PCI Express x16 slot Support one PCI Express x1 slot Support two M.2 slots...
  • Page 2 Audio 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec Meets Microsoft Windows Logo Program and Lync audio requirements All DACs supports 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT Direct Sound 3D compatible Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V Integrated I/O The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors: Integrated I/O Four USB 2.0 ports Two USB 3.0 ports...
  • Page 3 Dimensions and weight 372.0(L)x163.0(W)x368.0(H)mm (with Photo frame) 7.5Kg...
  • Page 4: Main-Board Placement

    Main-board Placement Label Component ® Supports the LGA1151 socket for Intel CFL-S Processor SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector CPU_FAN cooling fan connector DIMM1~4 288-Pin DDR4 SDRAM slots ATX_POWER 24-pin ATX power connector Buzzer SATA1~3 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors M2_2 M.2(2280&2242) slot(for PCIE SSD & Intel Optane memory) 2-pin GPIO header 2-pin GPIO header CLR_CMOS...
  • Page 5: Front View

    PO3-600_E The computer front panel consists of the following: Front view Icon Component Description USB 3.1 Type C Port Use this port to connect USB 3.0 Type C device. Use this port to connect USB 3.0 Type A device. USB 3.1 Type A Port Combo Port Connect your microphone or headphone to this jack.
  • Page 6: Rear View

    Rear view Icon Component Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices USB 2.0 port (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera, USB Disk). Connects to USB 3.0 devices USB 3.0 port (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera, USB Disk). Lights to indicate the status of wire LAN Network port.
  • Page 7 Icon Component Description Line-out jack Accepts audio line-out devices Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices Audio Jack Function Table Color/Use Headphone 5.1CH Blue Line-in Line-in Rear Speaker Rear Speaker Green Headphone Front speaker Front speaker Front speaker Pink Mic-in Mic-in Mic-in Center &...
  • Page 8: I/O Port Introduction

    I/O Port Introduction The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports: Component Description USB 2.0 Ports Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices. USB 3.0 Ports Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices. Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your LAN Port computer to the Network.
  • Page 9: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification ® Type Intel CFL-S CPU Socket Intel LGA1151 socket Speed Depends on CPU which is configured BIOS Item Specification BIOS code programmer BIOS version R01-A0 or newer BIOS ROM type SPI-ROM BIOS ROM size 4MB+8MB BIOS ROM package 8-pin SMD package...
  • Page 10 System Memory Item Specification Memory slot number 4 slots Support memory size per socket 2GB/ 4GB / 8GB / 16GB Support maximum memory size 64 GB Support memory type DDR4 SDRAM Support memory interface DDR4 2666/2400MHZ Support memory module package 288-pin DIMM Support parity check feature You can install memory modules in any...
  • Page 11: Audio Interface

    Audio Interface Item Specification Audio controller Realtek Audio controller Type High Definition, ALC662VD Audio Channel 5.1-Ch HD audio CODEC Audio function control Enable/Disabled by BIOS Setup Mono or stereo Direct Sound 3D compatible Sampling rate DACs: 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz VREFOUT Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT Power Support Digital 3.3V ;...
  • Page 12: Power Management Function (Acpi Support Function)

    Power Management Function (ACPI support function) Device Standby Mode Independent power management timer for hard disk drive devices (0-15 minutes, time step=1 minute). Hard disk drive goes into Standby mode (for ATA standard interface). Disable V-sync to control the VESA DPMS monitor. Resume method: device activated (Keyboard for Free-DOS, keyboard &...
  • Page 13: System Utilities

    Chapter2 System Utilities Most systems are already configured by the manufacturer or the dealer. There is no need to run Setup when starting the computer unless you get a Run Setup message. The Setup program loads configuration values into the battery-backed nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM.
  • Page 14: Using Bios

    Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The computer uses the latest “Acer Inc.” BIOS will 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 configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters.
  • Page 15: Bios Setup Utility(Main Menu)

    BIOS Setup Utility(Main Menu) Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. The default BIOS setting for this motherboard applies for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and takes no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.
  • Page 16 Using BIOS When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options.
  • Page 17: Bios Setup Utility(Advanced)

    BIOS Setup Utility(Advanced) This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer.
  • Page 18 CPU and Chipset Configuration This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer. Intel AES-NI (Disabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the Intel AES-NI. Video Output (Discrete) This item indicates the status of video output is Onboard or Discrete.
  • Page 19 Integrated Peripherals This page sets up some parameters for peripheral devices connected to the system. Onboard SATA Controller (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the onboard SATA controller. Onboard SATA Mode (RST with Optane) Use this item to select the mode of the Serial ATA. SATA Port 0/1/2/3 These items show the information of SATA0/1/2/3.
  • Page 20 Onboard Audio Controller (Enabled) This item enables or disables the onboard audio controller. Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled) This option allows you to control the onboard LAN device. Onboard LAN Option ROM (Disabled) This item enables or disables the onboard LAN option ROM function. Press <Esc>...
  • Page 21 PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. System Component Characteristics These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as CPU & System & VRD temperature, CPU voltage, CPU &...
  • Page 22 System Shutdown Temperature (Enabled) This item enables or disables you to set the shutdown temperature of the System. CPU Shutdown Temperature (Enabled) This item enables or disables you to set the shutdown temperature of the CPU. VRD Shutdown Temperature (Enabled) This item enables or disables you to set the shutdown temperature of the VRD.
  • Page 23: Bios Setup Utility(Power)

    BIOS Setup Utility(Power) This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Deep Power off Mode (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the Deep Power off Mode. Power on by RTC Alarm (Disabled) This system can be turned off with a software commend. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system RTC (real time clock).
  • Page 24 BIOS Setup Utility(Authentication) This page enables you to set boot state and secure boot mode System Boot State (User) This item shows the system boot state. Secure Boot Mode State (Enabled) This item enables or disables secure boot mode state. Secure Boot (Enabled)* This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in User Mode.
  • Page 25: Bios Setup Utility(Security)

    BIOS Setup Utility(Security) This page enables you to set setup administrator and password. Supervisor Password (Not Installed) This item indicates whether a supervisor password has been set. If the password has been installed, Installed displays. If not, Not Installed displays. User Password (Not Installed) This item indicates whether a user password has been set.
  • Page 26 TPM Operation (None) Use this item to schedule a TPM operation that is pending. If the option “None” is displayed, there is no pending TPM operation in the queue. Please note that a system reboot is needed for any change on the feature to become effective.
  • Page 27: Bios Setup Utility(Boot Options)

    BIOS Setup Utility(Boot options) This page enables you to set the keyboard Num Lock state. Launch CSM (Never) This option the compatibility support module, a special module of UEFI, provides compatibility support for OS that do not support UEFI. Always: Enables UEFI CSM. Never: Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only.
  • Page 28 Hard Disk Drive Priority (Press Enter) Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Press <Esc> to return to the Boot Options Menu page.
  • Page 29 Optical Disk Drive Priority (Press Enter) Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Press <Esc> to return to the Boot Options Menu page.
  • Page 30 Removable Device Priority (Press Enter) Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Press <Esc> to return to the Boot Options Menu page.
  • Page 31 Network Device Priority (Press Enter) Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Press <Esc> to return to the Boot Options Menu page. Boot Menu (Enabled) This item allows you to control POST Boot menu hotkey F12 support or not. Bootup Num-Lock (On) This item enables you to select Num-Lock state.
  • Page 32: Bios Setup Utility(Exit)

    BIOS Setup Utility(Exit) This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. Save & Exit Setup Use this item enables you to save the changes that you have made and exit. Discard Changes and Exit Setup Use this item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and exit.
  • Page 33: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    Chapter3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge. Wire cutter. Phillips screwdriver (may require different size). NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatches when putting back the components.
  • Page 34: Standard Assembly Process

    Standard Assembly Process 1. Opening the chassis and bezel Remove the screw Remove the left side cover Push three hooks then you can remove front bezel.
  • Page 35 Remove four screws of HDD-ODD bracket and take it out Remove three screws of ODD cage and take it out Remove the screw of front FIO bracket and take it out...
  • Page 36 2. Assemble the WLAN antenna 3. Assemble the MB Motherboard view Positioning the thermal pad next to M.2 SSD slot and install M.2 SSD card...
  • Page 37 Fastening a screw on M.2 SSD card Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm M.2 SSD card M2*0.4*3mm 1pcs 22-232-200327 1.6~20kgf.cm Install CPU Install CPU cooler fastening four screws and connect fan power cable on MB...
  • Page 38 Install memory on MB Total Memory DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4...
  • Page 39 Total Memory DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Note: 1. ” * ” : Support Dual Channel 2. You can install memory modules in any combination as long as they match the specifications about memory information please reference the latest AVLc list. 3.
  • Page 40 4. Install the rear system fan Fix four screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm System fan T4.8*9.5mm 4pcs 22-115-489500 6~7Kgf.cm Connect the rear system fan with MB Assemble the front system fan Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm Fromt System...
  • Page 41 5. Assemble the VGA Open the PCI cover Remove the PCI slot Assemble the VGA...
  • Page 42 Fix the screw Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm #6-32*5mm 1pcs 22-355-630502 6.0~7.0Kgf.cm Assemble the VGA holder 6. Assemble the PSU Put PSU into chassis...
  • Page 43 Fix three screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm #6-32*5mm 3pcs 22-355-630502 6~7kgf.cm Connect PSU cable with MB 7. Connect the SATA cable with MB SATA2 SATA1 SATA3 Configuration SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 1HDD(SSD) HDD(SSD) 1HDD(SSD)+1ODD HDD(SSD) 2HDD(SSD)+1ODD HDD1(SSD1)(Main) HDD2(SSD2)
  • Page 44 8. Assemble the front IO bracket 8.1 Install the type-C cover 8.2 Paste the acetate tape 8.3 Paste the gasket...
  • Page 45 8.4 Fix the screw Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm Front IO #6-32*5mm 1pcs 6~7kgf.cm bracket Push the ODD cage into chassis and fix three screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm ODD cage #6-32*5mm 3pcs 6~7kgf.cm...
  • Page 46 10. Assemble the bezel 10.1 Assemble the bezel 10.2 Connect the front panel cable with MB 10.3 Connect the LED power cable...
  • Page 47 11. Assemble the slim ODD 11.1 Assemble the ODD bracket and fix two screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm slim ODD M2*0.4*5mm 2pcs 22-232-200522 1.0~1.2kgf.cm 11.2 Assemble the ODD bezel 11.3 Assemble the slim ODD into chassis...
  • Page 48 11.4 Connect the ODD SATA cable and power cable 12. Assemble the HDD 12.1 Fix four screws of 3.5’’HDD Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm #6-32*3.5mm 4pcs 22-332-633505 5.5~6.5kgf.cm 12.2 Assemble the HDD bracket Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm...
  • Page 49 12.3 Connect the HDD SATA cable and HDD SATA power cable with MB 13. Cable routing position 14. Fix two screws of left side cover Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Part Number Torque/ kgfcm Side cover #6-32*5mm 6.0~7.0Kgf/cm...
  • Page 50: Standard Disassembly Process

    Standard Disassembly Process 1. Open the computer Remove the two screws fixed from the side-panel. Shift the left side-panel and take out it 2. Remove slim ODD Disconnect SATA cable and power-cable from slim ODD...
  • Page 51 Press the plastic cover of slim ODD and take out slim ODD from the Chassis Disassemble the ODD 3. Remove the main Bezel from the case Relax three hooks...
  • Page 52 4. Disassemble the HDD Disconnect the HDD SATA cable and power cable Remove four screws of HDD-ODD bracket Remove four screws of the HDD...
  • Page 53 5. Disassemble the ODD cage Remove three screws of ODD cage Take out ODD cage from the chassis 6. Remove the HDD and ODD SATA cable...
  • Page 54 7. Disassemble the PSU Remove the front LED power cable Disconnect the PSU cable Remove the three screws of PSU...
  • Page 55 7.4 Remove PSU from the chassis 8. Disassemble the front system fan Disconnect the front system fan cable Remove the screw and the bracket of the front system fan...
  • Page 56 Take out the front system fan from the bracket 9. Disassemble the rear system fan Disconnect the rear system fan cable Remove four screws...
  • Page 57: Remove The Front Bracket

    10. Remove the front bracket 10.1 Remove the screw 10.2 Remove the sponge and type-C cover 10.3 Remove the acetate tape...
  • Page 58 11. Disassemble the VGA 11.1 Remove the VGA holder 11.2 Remove the screw and open the PCI cover 11.3 Remove the VGA from chassis...
  • Page 59 12. Disassemble MB from chassis Remove the front panel cable Remove the WLAN antenna from MB Remove these six screws of MB NOTE: Circuit boards >10 cm² has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. Please detach the Circuit boards and follow local regulations for disposal.
  • Page 60 13. Take out the IO shielding from chassis 14. Disassemble the memory 15. Disassemble the CPU cooler...
  • Page 61: Remove The Battery

    16. Disassemble the CPU 17. Disassemble the M.2 SSD card and remove the thermal pad 18. Remove the battery NOTE: RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Please detach the RTC battery and follow local regulations for disposal.
  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Chapter4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting information for the PO3-600 Service Guide Start up problems during assembly Power-On Self-Test (POST) POST Error Messages List Error Symptoms List Undetermined Problems Start up problems during assembly After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. 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.
  • Page 63: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    Start up problems after prolong use After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure.
  • Page 64: Power-On Self-Test (Post)

    Power-On Self-Test (POST) Each time you turn on the system, the Power-on Self Test (POST) is initiated. Several items are tested during POST, but for the most part transparent to the user. The Power-On Self Test (POST) is a BIOS procedure that boots the system, initializes and diagnoses the system components, and controls the operation of the power-on password option.
  • Page 65 Checkpoint Description South Bridge initialization after microcode loading OEM initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
  • Page 66 Checkpoint Description Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) Post-Memory South Bridge initialization is started Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) 0x3F-0x4E...
  • Page 67 Checkpoint Description Recovery firmware image is loaded 0xF5-0xF7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes 0xFB – 0xFF CPU initialization error North Bridge initialization error South Bridge initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.
  • Page 68 Checkpoint Description Reset protocol is not available DXE phase BMC self-test failure...
  • Page 69: Post Error Messages List

    POST Error Messages List If you cannot run the diagnostics program tests but did receive a POST error message, use “POST Error Messages List "to diagnose system problems. If you did not receive any error message, look for a description of your error symptoms in “Error Symptoms List” on Page 73. NOTE: When you have deemed it necessary to replace an FRU, and have done so, you must run a total system check to ensure that no other activity has been affected by the change.
  • Page 70 BIOS Messages Action/FRU Keyboard Error Or Cannot initialize the keyboard. Make sure the keyboard is attached correctly and no No Keyboard keys are pressed during POST. To purposely configure the system without a Present keyboard, set the error halt condition in Setup to HALT ON ALL, BUT KEYBOARD. The BIOS then ignores the missing keyboard during POST.
  • Page 71: Error Symptoms List

    Error Symptoms List NOTE: To diagnose a problem, first find the error symptom in the left column. If directed to a check procedure, replace the FRU indicated in the check procedure. If no check procedure is indicated, the first Action/ FRU listed in right column is the most likely cause.
  • Page 72 Error Symptom Action/FRU ODD Drive NOTE: Ensure ODD drive is configured correctly in BIOS Setup, cable/jumper are set correctly and its laser beam is clean before diagnosing any ODD drive problems. ODD drive LED doesn't come on but 1. ODD drive works normally.
  • Page 73 Error Symptom Action/FRU Video and Monitor Video memory test failed. 1. Remove all non-factory-installed cards. Video adapter failed. 2. Load default settings (if screen is readable). 3. Main board Display problem: 1. Monitor signal connection/cable. 2. Monitor - Incorrect colors 3.
  • Page 74 Error Symptom Action/FRU Executing software shutdown from 1. Load default settings. Windows7/10 Start menu does not turn 2. Reload software from Recovery CD. off the system. (Only pressing power switch can turn off the system). No system power, or power supply fan is 1.
  • Page 75: Undetermined Problems

    Check all cables and connectors for proper installation. If the jumpers, switches and voltage settings are correct, remove or disconnect the following, one at a time. Non-Acer devices External devices Any adapter card (modem card, LAN card or video card, if installed)
  • Page 76: Jumper And Connector Information

    Chapter5 Jumper and Connector Information 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 Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in Hold all circuit boards by the edges.
  • Page 77: Checking Jumper Settings

    Checking Jumper Settings This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard. Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard. Setting Jumpers Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered.
  • Page 78 Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Jumper Settings Jumper Type Description Setting (Default) Illustration 1-2: NORMAL. 2-3: CLEAR. CLEAR_CMOS 3-pin Clear CMOS Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to turn off the system. CLEAR_CMOS To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings”...
  • Page 79: Connecting Case Components

    Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: 1. Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. 2. Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. 3.
  • Page 80 Connecting 4-pin power cable The ATX_12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX_12V match perfectly. CPU_FAN: CPU cooling FAN Connectors Signal Name Function System Ground +12V Power +12V Sense...
  • Page 81: Front Panel Header

    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: Signal Function Signal Function GLED0 MSG LED HDD_LED Hard disk LED GLED1 MSG LED...
  • Page 82: Cpu Installation Procedure

    CPU Installation Procedure The following illustration shows CPU installation components. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position. Grasp the edge of the package substrate.
  • Page 83 Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically. Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the heat sink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard.
  • Page 84 Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector. 1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heat sink supplied.
  • Page 85: Installing Memory Modules

    Installing Memory Modules This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 288-pin DDR4 2666/2400MHz. The total memory capacity is 64GB. DDR4 SDRAM memory module table Memory module Frequency DDR4 2400 MHz DDR4 2666 MHz You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard.
  • Page 86 Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive. About SATA Connectors Your motherboard features three SATA connectors supporting a total of three 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 87: Installing Add-On Cards

    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 88 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.
  • Page 89: Connecting Optional Devices

    Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: SATA 1~3: Serial ATA connectors SATA1~3 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6Gb/s devices, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. Signal Name Signal Name Ground Ground...
  • Page 90 F_USB2: Front Panel USB 2.0 Header The onboard F_USB2 header delegate for card reader, it supports add optional one USB 2.0 port. Signal Name Function USBPWR Front Panel USB Power DATA9- USB Port9 Negative Signal DATA9+ USB Port9 Positive Signal Ground No connected Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated...
  • Page 91: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    Chapter6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Exploded Diagram Description Item Description Item Front Bezel Screw #6-32*5mm LED Lens Left Top Cover LED Lens Right MB Bracket down PREDATOR Logo Left HDD Bracket PREDATOR Logo Right LED Holder Left Front Bezel Rubber G6 VGA Bracket Front Bezel hook VGA Rubber...
  • Page 92 Description Item Description Item Antenna Cable Left USB Mylar Antenna Cable Right LED Holder Right...
  • Page 94 FRU List ACER or ECS CATEGORY PARTNAME PART NO. CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY CASE-M...(BUY-ACER)...PO3-600_E.BLACK..20-502-132201 W/O PSU,PANEL.CABLE...LEAD-FREE.3NOD PANEL..(BUY-ACER).BLACK.FRONT.W/ODD 30-520-132411 BEZEL.ODD DUMMY BEZEL..PO3-600_E..LEAD-FREE.3NOD LED SET...(BUY-ACER).W/CABLE,BAR..FRONT 13-120-132000 PANEL.PO3-600_E..LEAD-FREE.3NOD STEADY..(BUY-ACER)..HEADSET..PO3-600_E. 30-700-132031 ..LEAD-FREE.3NOD POWER SWITCH BOARD..(BUY-ACER)..88-131-132000 W/HOLDER..LEAD-FREE.PO3-600_E.
  • Page 95 ACER or ECS CATEGORY PARTNAME PART NO. LED SET...(BUY-ACER).W/CABLE,BAR..FRONT 13-130-132020 PANEL.PO3-600_E..LEAD-FREE.3NOD ANTENNA SET...WLAN..(BUY-ACER)..W/CABLE.. 13-130-132021 WHITE.PO3-600_E..LEAD-FREE.3NOD BRACKET.SGCC.(BUY-ACER)..ODD...T0.6mm.. 20-060-208021 VES2710G..LEAD-FREE(RoHS).3NOD BRACKET.ABS+PC.(BUY-ACER).BLACK.ODD..30-670-208021 VES2710G..LEAD-FREE.3NOD CABLE COOLER..(BUY-ACER).12V.3800rpm..0P105477. CPU.L250mm(4P)..DC.10811.016..LEAD-FREE DC.10811.016 (RoHS/HF).AURAS...
  • Page 96 14-213-132000 PO3-600_E.B041157R..LEAD-FREE.KIM WELL CABLE.FAN..4P(F)+4P*2...L50/50mm..14-213-132001 PO3-600_E.GWH7854..LEAD-FREE.VSO MAINBOARD M/B 1151.B36H4-AD(1.1)...(INTEL B360/ALC662). HD 6CH.GIGA LAN(SURGE/8118AS)..W/SATA3 DB.E1111.001 /USB3.0/WHLK..(OSP)..FOR ACER(SYS). DB.E1111.001...BEE...LEAD-FREE IC CPU.COFFEELAKE-S I7-3.2G U0.(BUY-ACER). LGA 1151P.3200MHz..6 CORES..TDP=65W.. KC.87A01.CI7 41.6GB/S.12M..(I7-8700).QNML...KC.87A01.CI7. HF.LEAD-FREE.INTEL SYSTEM FAN FAN SET..12V DC.(BUY-ACER).80*80*25.4mm L125mm(4P).4500rpm.FA08025M12LPA. DC.10911.007 W/CABLE...DC.10911.007...LEAD-FREE.COOLER MASTER FAN SET..12V DC..80*80*25mm L300mm(4P).
  • Page 97 ACER or ECS CATEGORY PARTNAME PART NO. BOARD VGA CARD.GEFORCE GTX 1060.6GB GDDR5. 192B.8008MHz.(BUY-ACER).HDMI+DVI-I+DP*3. (86.06.68.00.A6).120W.192.2GB/S.W/ATX BKT. DA.10611.004 ASPM.288-1N438-X01A8.DA.10611.004... LEAD-FREE.PCPARTNER VGA CARD.GEFORCE GTX 1070.8GB GDDR5. 256B.8008MHz.(BUY-ACER).HDMI+DVI-D+DP*3. (86.04.50.00.XX).150W.256.3GB/S.W/ATX BKT. DA.10711.005 ASPM.288-1N445-X01A8.DA.10711.005... LEAD-FREE.PCPARTNER MEMORY IC SDRAM MODULE.8G.(1G*8*8).(BUY-ACER). FBGA.D9WFL.DDR4.2666MHz.MTA8ATF1G64AZ- KN.8GB04.029 2G6E1...KN.8GB04.029.HF.LEAD-FREE.MICRON C SDRAM MODULE.16G.(1G*8*16).(BUY-ACER).
  • Page 98 ACER or ECS CATEGORY PARTNAME PART NO. HOLDER.ABS.(BUY-ACER).TRANSPARENT. 30-121-132021 SYS FAN..PO3-600_E..LEAD-FREE.3NOD POWER SUPPLY POWER.500W.100-127/220-240V~10/5A 50-60Hz ..PS-7501-5AF.(BUY-ACER).W/SAFETY(2000M). DC.5001B.004 ES...BRONZE,LOT 6 2013..DC.5001B.004.. LEAD-FREE.LITEON POWER CORD POWER CORD.H05VV-F.(A12-0009-AC2 /A12-0012-AC2)..10A.250V.BLACK.L1800mm.. 27.U050A.001 EUR..AC-1101065-X3..LEAD-FREE(RoHS). LUXSHARE POWER CORD.H05VV-F 3G.(SP023/IS14).. 27.U050A.001 10A.250V..L1800mm..EUR..LEAD-FREE(RoHS). I-SHENG POWER CORD..(SP-305/IS-14)..10A.125V. 27.NA20A.001 BLACK.1800mm.UL CSA.US..LEAD-FREE (RoHS).I-SHENG...
  • Page 99 ACER or ECS CATEGORY PARTNAME PART NO. HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE SSD...128GB..(BUY-ACER)..SATA III..(SBFK60B9) ...LPM..RBU-SNS8180S3/128GI.KN.12807.024.. KN.12807.024 M.2(2280).IDLE=0.02W..LEAD-FREE(RoHS/HF).. KINGSTON SSD.TLC..256GB..(BUY-ACER)..PCI-E.. (PSF109C)...LPM..SSDPEKKW256G7.KN.2560N. KN.2560N.002 002..M.2(2280)..HF.LEAD-FREE..INTEL HDD.1TB.3.5.(BUY-ACER).7200rpm.DT01ACA100 .(8K0)..SATA III.IDLE=3.7W.4096 BYTES...LPM.. KH.01K04.010 KH.01K04.010...LEAD-FREE(RoHS).TOSHIBA HDD.2TB.3.5.(BUY-ACER).7200rpm.DT01ACA200 .(BS0)..SATA III.IDLE=5.2W.4096 BYTES...LPM.. KH.02K04.002 KH.02K04.002...LEAD-FREE(RoHS).TOSHIBA DVD RW DRIVE DVD-RW PLDS DVD-RW 9.0mm Tray 8X KO.0080F.013...
  • Page 100 ACER or ECS CATEGORY PARTNAME PART NO. KB/MOUSE.US..SK-9627.(BUY-ACER).BLUE. BOX(554.5*229.5*46.5mm).W/PREDATOR LOGO. DK.USB1B.0ES USB.W/WIN10 ICON..LEAD-FREE.LITEON SCREW SCREW.I.H.M2*0.4*3.0mm D4.8 H1..SWRCH18A.NI..LEAD-FREE(RoHS/HF).. 86.VMSD3.001 GREAT GOLD SCREW.I.H.M2*0.4*5mm D4 H1.4..NI..86.VQED3.001 LEAD-FREE(RoHS/HF)..GREAT GOLD SCREW.I.H UNC.#6-32*3.5mm D8 H1.2/d4.4 h4 86.F5LD3.001 ..NI..LADDER..LEAD-FREE(RoHS)..GUO KUN SCREW.I.H UNC.#6-32*3.5mm D8 H1.2/d4.4 86.F5LD3.001 h4..NI..LADDER..LEAD-FREE(RoHS/HF)..GRE AT GOLD SCREW.H.H UNC.#6-32*5mm D8 H3..NI..

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