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NForce520D (MCP68D)/ NForce520
Platform Processor Chipset
M/B For Socket AM2 64-bit Dual Core
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.
USER'S MANUAL
NVIDIA
(MCP65S)
AMD Processor
NO.
G03-M26GTA-F
Release date: Feb. 2008
Of
Rev:2.0
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- Page 1 USER'S MANUAL NVIDIA NForce520D (MCP68D)/ NForce520 (MCP65S) Platform Processor Chipset M/B For Socket AM2 64-bit Dual Core AMD Processor G03-M26GTA-F Rev:2.0 Release date: Feb. 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.
- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENT USER’S NOTICE........................iii MANUAL REVISION INFORMATION ................iii COOLING SOLUTIONS ......................iii CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION OF NVIDIA NFORCE 520D MOTHERBOARDS FEATURE OF MOTHERBOARD ..................1 1-1.1 SPECIAL FEATURES OF MOTHERBOARD............ 2 SPECIFICATION........................3 PERFORMANCE LIST......................4 LAYOUT DIAGRAM & JUMPER SETTING ..............5 CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION HARDWARE INSTALLATION STEPS................ -
Page 4: User's Notice
USER’S NOTICE COPYRIGHT OF THIS MANUAL BELONGS TO THE MANUFACTURER. NO PART OF THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT MAY BE REPRODUCED, TRANSMITTED OR TRANSLATED INTO ANY LANGUAGE IN ANY FORM OR BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE MANUFACTURER. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS ALL INFORMATION REQUIRED TO USE NF-6100-400 / 405 PPC MOTHERBOARD AND WE DO ASSURE THIS MANUAL MEETS USER’S REQUIREMENT BUT WILL CHANGE, CORRECT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. -
Page 5: Feature Of Motherboard
Chapter 1 Introduction of nForce 520D / nForce 520 Motherboards Features of motherboard The NVIDIA nForce 520D / nForce 520 Platform Processor Chipset based motherboard series are based on the latest NVIDIA nForce 520D(MCP68D)/ nForce 520(MCP65S) Platform Processor Chipset which supports the innovative and supercharged new generation 64-bit AMD Socket AM2 Athlon64 and SempronAM2 or socket AM2+(for nForce 520 chipset) processors with HyperTransport Technology up to 1000MHz. -
Page 6: 1-1.1 Special Features Of Motherboard
future USB demands which are also equipped with hardware monitor function on system to monitor and protect your system and maintain your non-stop business computing. Some special features---CPU Thermal Throttling/ CPU Vcore 7-shift/ CPU Smart Fan in this motherboard are designed for power user to use the over-clocking function in more flexible ways. -
Page 7: Specification
Specification Spec Description ∗ ATX form factor 4 layers PCB size: 29.5*19.0 cm Design ∗ NVIDIA nForce 520D (MCP68D)/ nForce 520 (MCP65S) Chipset Platform Processor Chipset ∗ Support 64bit AMD Athlon64 940-Pin package utilizes Flip-Chip Pin Grid Array package processor CPU Socket AM2 ∗... -
Page 8: Performance List
Performance List The following performance data list is the testing result of some popular benchmark testing programs. 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 64x2 4800+... -
Page 9: Layout Diagram & Jumper Setting
Layout Diagram & Jumper Setting RJ45 LAN Line-In Surrback Line-Out PS/2 Mouse CEN/LEF PS/2 Keyboard Surround MIC-IN USB4 KBMS/USB Power On ATX 12V Jumper (JP1) Power Conn CPU FAN PS2 KB/Mouse Port DDR2 Socket x 4 CPU Socket AM2 USB Port RJ45 Over USB Connector SFAN2... - 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 ATXPWR ATX12V ATX 12V Power Connector 8-pin Block P.12 PS/2 Mouse & PS/2 Keyboard Connector 6-pin Female P.13 USB4...
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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 Floppy cables, Front Panel /Back Panel cable 6. -
Page 12: Install Cpu
(2) Keyboard /USB 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 940-Pin Cpu
CPU L2 Cache - the flash memory inside the CPU, normal it depend on CPU type. 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 One DIMM Module ----Plug in DIMM1 Two DIMM Modules---Plug in DIMM1 and DIMM2 for Dual channel function Four DIMM Modules---Plug in DIMM1/DIMM2/DIMM3/DIMM4. For Dual channel Limited! Dual channel function only supports when 2 DIMM Modules plug in either both DIMM1 & DIMM2 or DIMM3&DIMM4, or four DIMM Modules plug in DIMM1~DIMM4. -
Page 15: Assigning Irq For Expansion Card
2-5-2 Assigning IRQs For Expansion Card Some expansion cards need an IRQ to operate. Generally, an IRQ must exclusively assign to one use. In a standard design, there are 16 IRQs available but most of them are already in use. Standard Interrupt Assignments Priority Standard function... -
Page 16: Connectors, Headers
PCI-E x1 Slot PCI-E x16 Slot 32-bit PCI Slot Connectors, Headers 2-6-1 Connectors Power Connector (24-pin block): ATXPWR ATX Power Supply connector: This is a new defined 24-pins connector that usually comes with ATX case. The ATX Power Supply allows using soft power on momentary switch that connect from the front panel switch to 2-pins Power On jumper pole on the motherboard. - Page 17 (2) ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin block) : ATX12V This is a new defined 8-pins connector that usually comes with ATX Power Supply. The ATX Power Supply which fully supports Socket AM2 processor must including this connector for support extra 12V voltage to maintain system power consumption. Without this connector might cause system unstable because the power supply can not provide sufficient current for system.
- Page 18 PS/2 10/100 M LAN Mouse Line-IN MIC-IN Line-OUT PS/2 USB1 Keyboard (7)Serial COM Port Connectors: COM1 Serial COM ports are the 9-pin D-Subminiature male connectors. The On-board serial port can be disabled through BIOS SETUP. Please refer to Chapter 3 “INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS SETUP”...
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Page 19: Headers
IDE1 Pin 1 Primary IDE Connector • 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 (2) USB Port Headers (9-pin) : USB1 / USB2/USB3 These headers are used for connecting the additional USB port plug. By attaching an optional USB cable, your can be provided with two additional USB plugs affixed to the back panel. USB2 USB3 USB1...
- Page 21 (8) FAN Power Headers: SYSFAN1, SYSFAN2 (3-pin), CPUFAN1 (4-pin) These connectors support cooling fans of 350mA (4.2 Watts) or less, the wire and plug may be different depending on the fan manufacturer. The red wire should be positive, while the black should be ground. Connect the fan’s plug to the board taking into consideration the polarity of connector.
- Page 22 (12) SPDIF Out header: SPDIF Out The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to an external Dolby digital decoder. Use this feature only when your stereo system has digital input function. SPDIF HDMI_SPDIF_OUT Starting Up Your Computer...
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Page 23: Starting Up Your Computer
Beep Meaning One short beep when displaying logo No error during POST Long beeps in an endless loop No DRAM install or detected One long beep followed by three short Video card not found or video card memory beeps High frequency beeps when system is CPU overheated working System running at a lower frequency... -
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 will 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 Settings This entry for setting Supervisor password and User password Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS default values these are setting for optimal performances system operations for performance use. Load Standard Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS default values for the minimal/stable performance system operation. -
Page 27: Advanced Bios Features
SATA Channel 1, 2, 3, 4 Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<–> to select Manual, None, Auto type. Note that the specifications of your drive must match with the drive table. The hard disk will not work properly if you enter improper information for this category. If the type of hard disk drives is not matched or listed, you can use Manual to define your own drive type manually. - Page 28 The selection is for you to choose the hard disk drives priorities to boot from. Virus Warning The selection 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.
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Page 29: Advanced Chipset Features
Sets the delay time after the key is held down before is begins to repeat the keystroke. The settings are 250, 500, 750, and 1000. Security Option This category allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to Setup. System The system will not boot and access to Setup will be denied if the correct password is not entered at the prompt. -
Page 30: Dram Configuration
3-6-1 DRAM Configuration Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility DRAM Timing Settings Timing Mode Auto Item Help DQS Training Control Perform DQS Memclock Tristating Disabled Memory Hole Remapping Enabled Menu Level >> Auto Optimized Bottom IO Enabled *Bottom of [31:24] IO space (CASL) CAS # Lattency Auto DRAM Command Rate... -
Page 31: Integrated Peripherals
Integrated Peripherals Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals IDE Function Setup Press Enter Item Help Onboard Device Press Enter Superior Function Setup Press Enter Init Display PCI X Menu Level > ↑↓→← Move Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F5:Previous Values F6:Optimized Defaults F7:Standard Defaults... -
Page 32: Ide Function Setup
This item allows you to decide to activate whether PCI Slot or AGP VGA first. The settings are: PCI Slot, AGP Slot. 3-7-1 IDE Function Setup Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IDE Function Setup RAID Config Press Enter Item Help OnChip IDE Channel0 Enabled Primary Master... -
Page 33: Onboard Device
3-7-2 Onboard Device Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Onboard Device HD Audio Auto Item Help PCIE LAN Device Enabled Onboard LAN Boot ROM Disabled *** USB Controller System Menu Level >> On Chip USB V1. 1+ V2.0 USB Memory Type Shadow USB Keyboard/Storage Support Disabled... -
Page 34: Power Management Setup
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. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup ACPI function Enabled Item Help... -
Page 35: Miscellaneous Control
3-9 Miscellaneous Control This section is for setting CPU Frequency/Voltage Control. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Miscellaneous Control PCIE Spread Spectrum Disabled Item Help SATA Spread Spectrum Enabled HT Spread Spectrum Disabled Flash Write Protect Enabled Menu Level > Resource Controlled By Auto(ESCD) * IRQ Resource... -
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 H/W Health In Post Enabled Item Help Shutdown Temperature... -
Page 37: Thermal Throttling Options
CPU Thermal Throttling Temp This item allows you to activate the CPU Thermal Throttling function when the CPU temperature is over the value which you set to low down the CPU temperature when at high workload to protect processor from damage or accidental shutdown. 3-12 Power User Overclock Settings Phoenix –... -
Page 38: Load Standard/Optimized Defaults
ENTER PASSWORD: Type the password, up to eight characters in length, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will clear any previously entered password from CMOS memory. You will be asked to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection and not enter a password. -
Page 39: 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 40 5. PC-HEALTH install My Guard PC-Health utility 6. RAIDDISK Install MCP68D RAID DRIVER DISK(option) 7. BROWSE CD to browse the contents of the CD 8. EXIT to exit from MAGIC INSTALL menu Install nForce Integrated Driver nForce nForce Integrated driver pack include following device driver: NVIDIA DISPLAY driver : If you are using an AGP VGA Card, please install NVIDIA AGP GART driver which provides service routines to your...
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Page 41: Magic Install Supports Windows 9X/Me/Nt4.0/Xp
3. Please select the features you wish to install . 4. Click NEXT to install IDE driver and click “Yes” to install the features you select. 5. Select Finish and restart your computer The path of the file is X:\NFORCE4\DRIVER\SETUP.EXE SOUND Install ALC HD Codec Audio Driver 1. -
Page 42: Nf-Orce Install Nforce Integrated Driver
3. Click FINISH and restart your computer 4. Manual Sound Effect Setting 5.Devices and mixer 6. Audio input and output seetings 7. Microphone 8. 3D audio demo settings . NOTE: Please upgrade your Windows XP to Service Pack 1 later before you the HD Audio CODEC driver Install Intel USB2.0 DRIVER 4-3 USB2.0... -
Page 43: Sound Install Alc Hd Audio Driver
Click PC-CILLIN when MAGIC INSTALL Please select “Install program” when the MENU appears "Trend Micro internet security" install shield wizard windows appears This is license agreement, select "I accept the The preinstallation checkup process terms in the licence agreement" and Click NEXT Click Next after you select the features you 6.Click install after you select to install the... - Page 44 Click INSTALL, Start to install the software Setup Complete and click FINISH The process of installing Trend Micro 8. Click the Finish bottom to complete the PC-CLINIC Internet Security 2007 installation process and restart your computer to put the drive to work. Note : Please install ACROBAT READER for reading PC-CILLIN 2007User Manual which locates at the path “X:\acrobat\adberdr6_enu_full.exe”.
- Page 45 3. Select the features you want to install, and 4. Click FINISH to complete the installation. then click NEXT. NOTE: MAGIC INSTALL will auto detect file path X:\NFORCE4\MYGUARD\SETUP.EXE 4-6 RAID DISK Install MCP68D WINXP RAID DRIVER DISK 1.Click RAIDDISK when MAGIC INSTALL 2.
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Page 46: Pc-Health Install Myguard Hardware Monitor Utility
HOW TO UPDATE BIOS Before updating the BIOS, users have to “Disable” the “Flash Part Write Protect” selection in “Miscellaneous Control” of BIOS SETUP. Otherwise the system the will not allow you to upgrade BIOS by Award Flash Utility. STEP 1. Prepare a boot disc. (you may make one by click START click RUN type SYS A: click OK) STEP 2. -
Page 47: Raiddisk Install Myguard Hardware Monitor Utility
own with the optional RAID functions as below, 1. Mirroring 2. Striping 3. Striping Mirroring 4. Spanning Array 1 : NVIDIA MIRROR 74.50G - Array Detail - RAID Mode : Mirroring Striping Width : 1 Striping Block: 64K Adapt Channel M/S Index Disk Model Name Capacity Master... - Page 48 4-9 Pro Magic Plus Function Introduction What’s Pro Magic Plus? Tired with reinstall OS each time when it doesn’t work? Does your computer often crash down or unable to work after having installed new software? Have you had great loses and troubles because of computer problems? Still using time-consuming backup software that occupies lots of HD space? Pro Magic Plus- an instant system recovery software tailored to solve these problems for you.
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Page 49: Pro Magic Plus Function Introduction
Complete Protection – Pro Magic not only protects the system disk, but also can protect your data disk, and does not require to reboot when backup or restore data disk. Multipoint Save/Restore – You can backup your system whenever you need and restore them back to anytime you wish, 1 hour, 1 day or 1 month ago.
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