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ACPI Features
ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specifica-
tion defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard
way to integrate power management features throughout a PC system, including
its hardware, operating system and application software. This enables the system
to automatically turn on and off peripherals such as network cards, hard disk drives
and printers.
In addition to operating system-directed power management, ACPI also provides
a generic system event mechanism for Plug and Play, and an operating system-
independent interface for configuration control. ACPI leverages the Plug and Play
BIOS data structures, while providing a processor architecture-independent imple-
mentation that is compatible with Windows 2008, Windows 2008R2, Windows 2012,
and Windows 2012R2 operating systems.
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Power Supply
As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and
reliable operation. It is even more important for processors that have high CPU
clock rates.
The X10DRL-LN4 motherboard accommodates 24-pin ATX power supplies. Al-
though most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the
CPU, some are inadequate. In addition, two 12V 8-pin power connections are also
required to ensure adequate power supply to the system.
Warning! To avoid damaging the power supply or the motherboard, be sure to use a
power supply that contains a 24-pin and two 8-pin power connectors. Be sure to con-
nect the power supplies to the 24-pin power connector (J24), and the two 8-pin power
connectors (JPWR1, JPWR2) on the motherboard. Failure in doing so may void the
manufacturer warranty on your power supply and motherboard.
It is strongly recommended that you use a high quality power supply that meets ATX
power supply Specification 2.02 or above. It must also be SSI compliant. (For more
information, please refer to the website at http://www.ssiforum.org/). Additionally, in
areas where noisy power transmission is present, you may choose to install a line
filter to shield the computer from noise. It is recommended that you also install a
power surge protector to help avoid problems caused by power surges.
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