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Chapter 1: Introduction
Before You Start
Safety and preparation guidelines for motherboard installation.
Package Checklist
Lists the items included in the motherboard package.
Specifications
Details the technical specifications of the motherboard.
Rear Panel Connectors
Illustrates and describes the ports on the motherboard's rear panel.
Motherboard Layout
Diagram showing the placement of key components and connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation
Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU into the motherboard socket.
Install a Heatsink
Instructions for mounting the CPU cooler assembly onto the motherboard.
Connect Cooling Fans
Guide for connecting CPU and system cooling fans to motherboard headers.
Install System Memory
Steps for installing DDR4 memory modules into the motherboard slots.
Expansion Slots
Details on PCI-Express slots, their speeds, and compatibility.
Jumper & Switch Settings
Explains how to configure jumpers and switches on the motherboard.
Headers & Connectors
Information on various internal headers and connectors on the motherboard.
ATX Power Connectors
Details on ATX power supply connectors and their pin assignments.
Front Panel Header
Pinout and function of the front panel header for power, reset, LEDs, and audio.
Serial ATA Connectors
Information on SATA connectors for connecting storage devices.
Front Panel USB 3.0 Header
Details on the front panel USB 3.0 header, including charging features.
Front Panel USB 2.0 Ports
Information on front panel USB 2.0 headers.
Thunderbolt 3 Header
Details on the Thunderbolt 3 header.
Front Panel Audio Header
Guide for connecting front panel HD/AC'97 audio.
RGB LED Device Header
Details on the RGB LED header for connecting LED devices.
Buttons, Indicators, LEDs
Explains the touch buttons, POST code indicator, and system LEDs.
Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software
UEFI BIOS Setup
How to access and configure BIOS settings.
BIOS Update
Procedures for updating the system's BIOS.
Software Installation
Steps to install drivers and utilities from the provided DVD.
BIOScreen Utility
Tool for personalizing the boot logo.
eHot-Line
Utility for contacting technical support with system information.
RACING GT Utility
System Information
Overview of basic system hardware information.
Smart Ear
Controls system volume and headphone impedance settings.
Vivid LED DJ
Adjusts color schemes for motherboard LEDs.
H/W Monitor
Monitors hardware voltage, fan speed, and temperature.
OC/OV Settings
Save/load overclocking profiles and adjust system frequency/voltage.
Lightning Charger (Quick Charge 2.0)
Software for quick charging and file transfer via USB.
Chapter 4: Useful Help
Driver Installation
Guide for installing motherboard drivers and software.
AMI BIOS Beep Codes
Lists beep codes indicating boot block errors.
AMI BIOS POST Codes
Lists POST codes for detailed system boot status.
Troubleshooting
Common problems and their solutions.
CPU Overheated Protection
Addresses CPU overheating issues and protection measures.
RAID Functions
Explains different RAID levels and their features.
Intel® Optane™ Technology
Information on Intel Optane technology and its requirements.
Appendix I: Specifications in Other Languages
Arabic Specifications
Technical specifications presented in Arabic.
German Specifications
Technical specifications presented in German.
Russian Specifications
Technical specifications presented in Russian.
Spanish Specifications
Technical specifications presented in Spanish.
Thai Specifications
Technical specifications presented in Thai.

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