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AMD 790GX User Manual

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USER'S MANUAL
Of
AMD 790GX Chipset
&
AMD SB750 Chipset Based
+
M/B For Socket AM2
64-bit AMD Quad
Core Processor
NO.G03-BA240-F
Rev: 1.0
Release date: Oct., 2008
Trademark:
* Specifications and information contained in this documentation are furnished for information use only, and are
subject to change at any time without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by manufacturer.

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  • Page 1 USER'S MANUAL AMD 790GX Chipset & AMD SB750 Chipset Based M/B For Socket AM2 64-bit AMD Quad Core Processor NO.G03-BA240-F Rev: 1.0 Release date: Oct., 2008 Trademark: * Specifications and information contained in this documentation are furnished for information use only, and are...
  • Page 2 Environmental Protection Announcement Do not dispose this electronic device into the trash while discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure environment protection of mother earth, please recycle.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    HARDWARE INSTALLATION STEPS................7 CHECKING MOTHERBOARD'S JUMPER SETTING ..........7 INSTALL CPU........................8 2-3-1 GLOSSARY......................8 ABOUT AMD Athlon64 Socket AM2+ CPU ............. 9 2-3-2 INSTALL MEMORY......................9 EXPANSION CARD ......................10 2-5-1 PROCEDURE FOR EXPANSION CARD INSTALLATION ......11 2-5-2 ASSIGNING IRQ FOR EXPANSION CARD............

  • Page 4: User's Notice

    In addition, interface materials allow effective transfers of heat from the processor to the heatsink. For optimum heat transfer, AMD recommends the use of thermal grease and mounting clips to attach the heatsink to the processor.

  • Page 5: Feature Of Motherboard

    Introduction of AMD790 GX Series Motherboards Features of motherboard The AMD790GX Series motherboards are based on the latest AMD 790GX Chipset and the SB750 chipset which supports Socket AM2+ dual core and quad core AMD Phenom™ processors and 64-bit AMD Socket AM2+/AM2 multi-tasking Socket AM2 Athlon64 X2 processors and Sempron Processors.

  • Page 6: 1-1.1 Special Features Of Motherboard

    Some special features---CPU Thermal Throttling/ CPU Vcore 7-shift/ CPU Smart Fan ／ OC-CON/G.P.I Function in this motherboard are designed for power user to use the over-clocking function in more flexible ways. But please be caution that the over-clocking may cause the fails in system reliabilities. This motherboard provides the guaranteed performance and meets the demands of the next generation computing.

  • Page 7: Specification

    Support for future AMD Athlon64 940-pin Dual –Core CPU Socket AM2+ Athlon 64x2 processor, Athlon 64 & Sempron Processors and the latest AMD Phenom™ FX, quad core AMD Phenom™ processors with HT 3.0 ∗ 240-pin DDRII Module socket x 4 ∗...

  • Page 8: Performance List

    These data are just referred by users, and there is no responsibility for different testing data values gotten by users (the different Hardware & Software configuration will result in different benchmark testing results.) Performance Test Report AMD Athlon 64 x 2 Dual core 4800+ CPU: KINGXCON800MHz1GBX2 DRAM:...

  • Page 9: Layout Diagram & Jumper Setting

    Socket x 4 VGAConnector ESATA over USB ports RJ45 Over USB Connector Audio Connector ATX Power Conn. AMD 790GX Chipset SYSFAN2 RTL 8111CVC AMD SB750 PCI Express2.0 x 16@8lane Clear CMOS (JBAT) IR Header PCI Express 2.0 x1 Serial-ATAII Connector...
  • Page 10 Jumpers Jumper Name Description Page JBAT CMOS RAM Clear 3-pin Block Keyboard/USB Power On Enabled/Disabled 3-pin Block Connectors Connector Name Description Page ATX Power Connector 24-pin Block P.12 ATXPWR1 ATX12V1 ATX 12V Power Connector 8-pin Block P.13 PS/2 Mouse & PS/2 Keyboard Connector 6-pin Female P.13 USB port from CN5&UL1 USB2.0 Port Connector...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Hardware installation Steps Before using your computer, you had better complete the following steps: 1. Check motherboard jumper setting 2. Install CPU and Fan 3. Install System Memory (DIMM) 4. Install Expansion cards 5. Connect IDE and Front Panel /Back Panel cable 6.

  • Page 12: Install Cpu

    (2) Keyboard function Enabled/Disabled: JP1 Install CPU 2-3-1 Glossary Chipset (or core logic) - two or more integrated circuits which control the interfaces between the system processor, RAM, I/O devises, and adapter cards. Processor slot/socket - the slot or socket used to mount the system processor on the motherboard.

  • Page 13: About Amd Athlon64 Socket Am2+ Cpu

    2-3-2 About AMD Athlon64 Socket AM2+ CPU This motherboard provides a 940-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket, referred to as the mPGA940 socket supports AMD Athlon64 processor in the 940 Pin package utilizes Flip-Chip Pin Grid Array package technology.

  • Page 14: Expansion Card

    Recommend DIMM Module Combination 1. One DIMM Module ----Plug in DIMM1 2. Two DIMM Modules---Plug in DIMM1&DIMM3 or DIMM2&DIMM4 for Dual channel function 3. Two DIMM Modules---Plug in DIMM1&DIMM3& DIMM2&DIMM4 For Dual channel Limited! 1. Dual channel function only supports when 2 DIMM Modules plug in memory socket in the same colour 2.

  • Page 15: Procedure For Expansion Card Installation

    2-5-1 Procedure For Expansion Card Installation 1. Read the documentation for your expansion card and make any necessary hardware or software setting for your expansion card such as jumpers. 2. Remove your computer’s cover and the bracket plate on the slot you intend to use. 3.

  • Page 16: Pci-Express Slot

    If using PCI cards on shared slots, make sure that the drivers support “Shared IRQ” or IMPORTANT! that the cards don’t need IRQ assignments. Conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups that will make the system unstable or cards inoperable. 2-5-4 PCI Express Slot Two PCI-Express2.0 x16 by 8 lane graphics slot offers 4Gbyte/sec data transfer rate at each relative direction.
  • Page 17 ROW1 ROW2 ROW1 ROW2 ROW1 ROW2 3.3V 3.3V 3.3V -12V Soft Power On Power OK +5V (for Soft Logic) +12V +12V Pin 1 Pin 1 24-Pin 20-Pin (2) ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin block) : ATX12V1 This is a new defined 8-pins connector that usually comes with ATX Power Supply. The ATX Power Supply which fully support Pentium 4 processor must including this connector for support extra 12V voltage to maintain system power consumption.
  • Page 18 Microphone Connector MIC : (PINK) Rear-Surround audio output RS-OUT : (BLACK) Center/ Subwoofer audio output CS-OUT : (ORANGE) Side-Surround audio output SS-OUT: (GRAY) Line-IN RJ45 LAN PS/2 Mouse RS-OUT Line-OUT HDMI CS-OUT PS/2 SS-OUT Keyboard MIC-IN Connector (7) Floppy drive Connector (34-pin block): FDD This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable.
  • Page 19 • Two hard disks can be connected to each connector. The first HDD is referred to as the “Master” and the second HDD is referred to as the “Slave”. • For performance issues, we strongly suggest you don’t install a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive on the same IDE channel as a hard disk.

  • Page 20: Headers

    2-6-2 Headers (1) Line-Out/MIC Header for Front Panel (9-pin): AUDIO This header connects to Front Panel Line-out, MIC connector with cable. AUDIO Pin 1 Line-Out, MIC Headers (2) USB Port Headers (9-pin) : USB1/USB2/USB3 These headers are used for connecting the additional USB port plug. By attaching an option USB cable, your can be provided with two additional USB plugs affixed to the back panel.
  • Page 21 PWRLED Pin 1 JW FP SPEAK Pin 1 Pin 1 System Case Connections (8) FAN Power Headers: SYSFAN1, SYSFAN2, CPUFAN (4-pin) These connectors support cooling fans of 350mA (4.2 Watts) or less, depending on the fan manufacturer, the wire and plug may be different. The red wire should be positive, while the black should be ground.
  • Page 22 (10) Serial COM Port Header: COM1 COM1 is the 9-pin block pin-header. Pin1 Serial COM Port 9-pin Block (11) IR infrared module Headers (5-pin) : IR This connector supports the optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. You must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to use the IR function. Pin 1 IR infrared module Headers (12) SPDIF Out header: HDMI-SPDIF...

  • Page 23: Starting Up Your Computer

    Starting Up Your Computer 1. After all connection are made, close your computer case cover. 2. Be sure all the switch are off, and check that the power supply input voltage is set to proper position, usually in-put voltage is 220V∼240V or 110V∼120V depending on your country’s voltage used.

  • Page 24: Chapter 3 Introducing Bios

    Chapter 3 Introducing BIOS The BIOS is a program located on a Flash Memory on the motherboard. This program is a bridge between motherboard and operating system. When you start the computer, the BIOS program gain control. The BIOS first operates an auto-diagnostic test called POST (power on self test) for all the necessary hardware, it detects the entire hardware device and configures the parameters of the hardware synchronization.

  • Page 25: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu Once you enter Award ® BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (Figure 3-1) will appear on the screen. The Main Menu allows you to select from fourteen setup functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu.

  • Page 26: Standard Cmos Features

    Password Setting This entry for setting Supervisor password and User password Save & Exit Setup Save CMOS value changes to CMOS and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup. Standard CMOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Setup Menu are divided into several categories. Each category includes no, one or more than one setup items.

  • Page 27: Advanced Bios Features

    ↑↓→← Move Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F5:Previous Values F6:Fail-safe Defaults F7:Optimized Defaults 3-5-1 CPU Feature Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Feature Virtualization Enabled AMD K8 COOL&Quiet control Disabled Item Help TLB Check Enabled Advanced Clock calibration Disabled Disabled Menu Level > Value(All cores)
  • Page 28 The selection is for you to choose the hard disk drives priorities to boot from. Virus Warning Allows you to choose the VIRUS Warning feature for IDE Hard Disk boot sector protection. If this function is enabled and someone attempt to write data into this area, BIOS will show a warning message on screen and alarm beep.

  • Page 29: Advanced Chipset Features

    The system will not boot and access to Setup will be denied if the System correct password is not entered at the prompt. Setup (default) The system will boot, but access to Setup will be denied if the correct password is not entered prompt. ACPI Mode This option allow you to enable the ACPI Mode (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ).

  • Page 30: Dram Configuration

    3-6-1 DRAM Configuration Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility DRAM Configuration DRAM Latency(tcl) Auto (Trcd)RAS to CAS R/W Delay 6 clock Item Help (Trp)Row precharge Time 6 clocks (tras)Minimum RAS Active Time 18 bus clocks DRAM Command Rate Menu Level >> CKE base Power down Mode Disabled CKE based powerdom...

  • Page 31: Ht Link Control

    3-6-2 HT Link Control Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility HT link Control HT link Width Auto Item Help HT link Frequency Auto HT link Trislate Auto Unit ID Clumping Disabled Menu Level > 2X LCLK Mode Disabled ↑↓→← Move Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F5:Previous Values F6:Fail-safe Defaults F7:Optimized Defaults...

  • Page 32: Integrated Peripherals

    Integrated Peripherals Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals CIMX-SB750 Revision 3.1.3 Item Help Superio Function Setup Press Enter Onchip IDE Device Press Enter Menu Level > Onchip SATA Device Press Enter Onchip PCI Device Press Enter ↑↓→← Move Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F5:Previous Values F6:Fail-safe Defaults F7:Optimized Defaults...

  • Page 33: Onchip Pci Device

    Disabled Line Printer port 0 (3BCH/IRQ7)/ Line Printer port 2 (278H/IRQ5)/ Line Printer port 1 (378H/IRQ7) Parallel Port Mode : Standard Parallel Port : Enhanced Parallel Port ECP : Extended Capability Port SPP/EPP/ECP/ECP+EPP To operate the onboard parallel port as Standard Parallel Port only, choose “SPP.” To operate the onboard parallel port in the EPP modes simultaneously, choose “EPP.”...

  • Page 34: Power Management Setup

    Select Enabled if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have a USB device. The settings are: Enabled, Disabled. Power Management Setup The Power Management Setup allows you to configure your system to most effectively save energy saving while operating in a manner consistent with your own style of computer use.

  • Page 35: Miscellaneous Configuration

    system. If the item is set to Instant-Off, then the power button causes a software power down. If the item is set to Delay 4 Sec, then you have to hold the power button down for four seconds to cause a software power down. RTC Alarm Resume When set to Enabled, additional fields become available and you can set the date (day of the month), hour, minute and second to turn on your system.

  • Page 36: Pc Health Status

    3-10 PC Health Status This section shows the Status of you CPU, Fan, Warning for overall system status. This is only available if there is Hardware Monitor onboard. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility PC Health Status Show PC Health in Post Enabled Item Help Shutdown Temperature...

  • Page 37: Frequency/Voltage Control

    SB Reference Clock Spread Specture Enable CPU Clock at next boot CPU Ratio AT Next Boot Auto Min=190 AMD K8 COOL&Quiet Control Disabled Max=600 AOD Compatibility Disabled CPU Voltage at Next boot Default Key in a DEC number :[ ]...

  • Page 38: Cpu Thermal Throttling

    Item Help PCIE Reference Clock SB Reference Clock Menu Level > Spread Specture Enable CPU Ratio AT Next Boot Auto AMD K8 COOL&Quiet Control Disabled PCIE Reference Clock AOD Compatibility Disabled Min = 90 CPU Voltage at Next boot Default...

  • Page 39: Load Optimised Defaults

    3-14 Load Optimized Defaults Load Optimized Defaults When you press <Enter> on this item, you get a confirmation dialog box with a message similar Load Optimized Defaults (Y/N)? N Pressing <Y> loads the default values that are factory settings for optimal performance system operations.

  • Page 40: Chapter 4 Driver & Free Program Installation

    Chapter 4 DRIVER & FREE PROGRAM INSTALLATION Check your package and there is A MAGIC INSTALL CD included. This CD consists of all DRIVERS you need and some free application programs and utility programs. In addition, this CD also include an auto detect software which can tell you which hardware is installed, and which DRIVERS needed so that your system can function properly.

  • Page 41: Ati Install Ati Intergrated Driver Pack

    4-1 ATI Install ATI Intergrated Driver Pack 1. Click ATI when the MAGIC INSTALL 2. Click Next when ATI software driver pack MENU appears. appears. 3. Click “Yes” to accept the license agreement 4. Choose the components and click next then and start installation..

  • Page 42: Sound Install883 Hd Audio Driver

    SOUND Install ALC883 HD Audio Driver 1. Click SOUND when MAGIC INSTALL 2. Click Next when Realtek High Definition MENU appears Audio driver windows appear 3. Click FINISH and restart your computer 4. Manual Sound Effect Setting 5. Drivers and mixer. 6.

  • Page 43: Lan Install Realtek Lan Controlloer Driver

    NOTE: Please upgrade your Windows XP to Service Pack 1 / Windows 2000 to Service Pack 4 or later before you the HD Audio CODEC driver. Install Realtek LAN Controller Driver 1. Click LAN when Magic Install Menu appears 2. Click Install to install REALTEK LAN and Fast Ethernet NIC Driver 3.

  • Page 44: Pc-Cillin Install Pc-Cillin 2007 Anti-Virus Program

    4-5 PC-CILLIN Install PC-CILLIN 2007 Anti-virus program Click PC-CILLIN when MAGIC INSTALL Click next MENU appears This is license agreement, select "I accept the Choose “full installation” then click “next” terms in the license agreement" and Click NEXT Click Next after you select the features you 6.

  • Page 45: Pc-Health Install Myguard Hardware Monitor Utility

    PC-HEALTH Install MyGuard Hardware monitor Utility 1. Click PC-health when MAGIC INSTALL 2. Click Next on My Guard Install Shield Wizard MENU appears Window 3. Click Install to begin the installation. 4. Click Finish to complete the installation. 4-7 HOW TO UPDATE BIOS Before updating the BIOS, users have to check if the “Miscellaneous Control”...

  • Page 46: Amd Platform Raid Function Installation

    STEP 5. Push ENTER to update and flash the BIOS, then the system will restart automatically. AMD Platform RAID Function Installation Please set these choice in the BIOS as RAID：BIOS setup \Integrated Peripherals \Onchip SATA Device \ Onchip SATA Type. When the below figures appeared, please press [Ctrl-F]...
  • Page 47 [figure3] Press [2] key, the interface of RAID, as figure 4. RAID function: 1.RAID 1 2. RAID 0 3. RAID5 4. 0+1 5.JBOD [figure4] Choose LD 1 then press Enter. Take Raid0 for example, use [↑] [↓] to shift the cursor, press space key to change the choice, press [Ctrl-Y] to keep.
  • Page 48 [figure5] [figure6] Press [3], delete the RAID mode, as figure 7.press [Delete] will delete the array. As figure 7 . [figure7] Press [4], showing the information of controller, as figure 8.

  • Page 49: Pro Magic Plus Function Introduction

    [figure8] Making RAID driver diskette before Install WindowsXP/2000 Before you install the Windows XP or Windows 2000, you will need to make a RAID driver diskette before you start to install the Operating System. How to make a RAID driver diskette? 1: Insert the diskette which is being formatted in floppy drive on a system which can start OS.
  • Page 50 Plus beforehand would allow you to instantly restore your system back by simply reboot your computer. Easy-to-use – Auto installation from CD ROM; Supports Mouse System Uninstall – Pro Magic provides a protection mode, which allows user to freely test any software.

  • Page 51: Function Steps

    The Default setting in BIOS has already enabled this function. If you wish to change the settings, please enter BIOS and take the following steps: Select: Advanced BIOS Features→CPU Feature→AMD K8 Cool&Quiet Control: AUTO/Disable(This function control the POWER SAVING MODE: Auto/Disabled) Phoenix –...
  • Page 52 DRAM Clock at Next Boot DDR533 ↑↓→← Move Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F5:Previous Values F6:Fail-safe Defaults F7:Optimized Defaults Compatible with OS: Windows XP/ 64 series. Users must install CPU driver program(AMD Processor Driver) and select the "Minimal"item in Power Setting.

  • Page 53: Function Led Display

    With OS Windows Vista series, there is no need for to take more steps. If needed, please enter Power Settings to make corresponding changes 4-11 G.P.I Function LED Display Light off. It means the motherboard in the G.P.I power saving mode. CPU works with the low power consumption.

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