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917PDCP/917PDCG 917GDCP/917GDCG USER'S MANUAL M/B For LGA 775 Pentium 4 Processor NO. G03-917GBA Rev:3.0 Release date: March 2005 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.
CONTAINS INFORMATION REQUIRED 917PDCP/917PDCG/917GDCP/917GDCG MOTHER-BOARD AND WE DO ASSURE THIS MANUAL MEETS USER’S REQUIREMENT BUT WILL CHANGE, CORRECT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. MANUFACTURER PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMANGES FOR LOSS OF PROFIT, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OF DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE).
The 917PDCG/917GDCG motherboard including Fast Ethernet PCI LAN chip support 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s, 1Gb/s Base transfer rate. The 917PDCP/917GDCP motherboard including Fast Ethernet PCI LAN chip support 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s Base transfer rate. These motherboards also has an integrated 8-channel High Definition Audio Codec on board...
1-3 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 CPU:...
Jumpers Jumper Name Description Page CMOS RAM Clear 3-pin Block Keyboard Power On Enable/Disabled 3-pin Block JP2/JP3 USB Power On Enable/Disabled 3-pin Block Connectors Connector Name Description Page ATXPWR ATX Power Connector 24-pin Block P.22 ATX12V ATX 12V Power Connector 4-pin Block P.22 USB1/USB2...
Chapter 2 Hardware installation 2-1 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.
(2) Keyboard/USB Power On function Enabled/Disabled: JP1/JP2, JP3 When setting Enabled you can using keyboard by key in password/USB device to power on system. 1-2 closed K/B Power ON Disabled (Default) 2-3 closed K/B Power ON Enabled 1-2 closed USB Power On Disabled (Default) 2-3 closed USB Power On Enabled 1-2 closed USB Power On Disabled (Default) 2-3 closed USB Power On Enabled...
2-3-2 About Intel Pentium 4 LGA775 CPU This motherboard provides a 775-pin surface mount, LGA775 Land Grid Array socket, referred to as the LGA775 socket supports Intel Pentium 4 processor in the 775 Pin package utilizes Flip-Chip Land Grid Array (FC-LGA4) package technology. The CPU that comes with the motherboard should have a cooling FAN attached to prevent overheating.
2-3-3 LGA 775 CPU Installation Guide Socket Preparation Opening the socket: Note: Apply pressure to the corner with right hand thumb while opening/closing the load lever, otherwise lever can bounce back like a “mouse trap” and WILL cause bent contacts (when loaded) Socket Load Plate Open...
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Visually inspect for bent contacts (Recommend at least 1stpass visual inspection) NOTE: Refer to the Handling and Inspection Module for 1stand 2ndpass inspection details. NOTE: Glove images are for illustrative purposes only. Please consult local safety guidelines for specific requirements NOTE: Recommend not to hold the load plate as a lever, instead hold at tab with left hand, removing the PnP cap with right hand...
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775-Land Package Removal Open the Load Plate/Lever with both hands: With left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right hand thumb and peel the cap from LGA775 Socket while pressing on center of PnP cap to assist in removal. Pick up 775-land LGA package: By Vacuum Pen: Place a minimum 9-mm cup at approximately the center of IHS.
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Visually inspect socket contact array 1. First Pass Inspection Scan socket contact array at varying angles noting the presence of any foreign material If foreign material can’t be blown off by compressed air, or mechanical damage (Mode1 or 4) observed, reject the motherboard for further evaluation or socket replacement. 2.
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NOTE: Thermal Solutions that come with IntelR boxed processor use pre-applied thermal interface material Apply Thermal and not grease. Interface Material Remove Heat Sink (HS) from packaging media Place HS onto the LGA775 Socket Ensure fan cables are oriented on side closest to fan header Align Fasteners with MB through-holes Inspection...
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Intel Reference Thermal Solution Disassembly Rotate fastener cap. turn to un-lock Pull up fastener cap to un-seat 12 Disconnect fan cable from motherboard header Turn fastener caps (4) counter-clock wise 90degrees to the un-locked position A flat-bladed screwdriver may be used if required Pull up on fastener caps to unseat Manually remove HS with gentle twist motion.
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Remove the heatsink from the socket Gently push loose thermal interface material (TIM) to center of processor (pictures 2 and 3) Remove pieces with dry cloth (picture 4) Wipe with dry, lint-free cloth to remove most of the material (picture 5) Wet another lint-free cloth with isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and wipe to clean remaining material (picture 6) Be careful to remove material from gaps between processor and load plate...
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Replacing Damaged Fasteners To prevent damage, avoid setting the thermal solution with the prongs down Set on heatsink side or with fan down The plastic fasteners on the heatsink can be replaced. Use Shop Intel to order spare fasteners http://www.shop-intel.com To remove a damaged fastener Note: Protective gloves are not required for this procedure...
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Tilt to remove Replacing Fasteners To replace the fastener Start with the white prong Note the “keying” notch feature Tilt the prong to insert into the heatsink leg. Holding the white prong without bending it, push the black pin on from the bottom until you hear a single “click”...
2-4 Install Memory This motherboard provides 184-pin DDR DUAL INLINE MEMORY MODULES (DIMM) and 240-pin DDR2 DUAL INLINE MEMORY MODULES (DIMM) sites for memory expansion available from minimum memory size of 128MB to maximum memory size of 2.0GB DDR SDRAM. Valid Memory Configurations DIMM1 DIMM2...
Figure 2-4 DIMM1 & DIMM3: Dual Channel 1 for DDR2 DIMM2 & DIMM4: Dual Channel 2 for DDR When you install DIMM module fully into the DIMM socket the eject tab NOTE! should be locked into the DIMM module very firmly and fit into its indention on both sides.
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...
2-5-4 PCI Express Slot This motherboard provides one 16-lane PCI Express slot intended for Graphics Attach, and two x1 PCI Express Slot. Fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 1.0a , support PCI Express VGA card, and other PCI Express device. The x16 PCI Express Slot also supports Advanced Digital Display II Card (ADD2) for digital display and TV-out.
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(2) ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin block) : ATX12V This is a new defined 4-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. Without this connector might cause system unstable because the power supply can not provide sufficient current for system.
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Line-OUT Line-IN Surrback PS/2 PRINT Mouse COM1 USB2 PS/2 Keyboard MIC-IN GEN/LFE SURROUND (11) Floppy drive Connector (34-pin block): FDD This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. After connecting the single plug end to motherboard, connect the two plugs at other end to the floppy drives. Pin 1 Floppy Drive Connector (12) Primary IDE Connector (40-pin block): IDE1 (Support ATA 100)
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.
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USB4 USB3 Pin 1 Pin 1 USB Port Headers IDE Activity LED: IDE LED This connector connects to the hard disk activity indicator light on the case. Reset switch lead: RESET This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch for rebooting your computer without having to turn off your power switch.
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CPUFAN SYSFAN1 SYSFAN2 FAN Power Headers 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 (10) CD Audio-In Headers (4-pin) : CDIN CDIN are the connectors for CD-Audio Input signal.
2-7 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.
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.
3-3 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.
Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS default values that are settings for optimal performances system operations. Load Standard Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS default values that are factory settings for the stable performance system operation. Set Supervisor/User Password Use this menu to set User and Supervisor Passwords.
Time The time format is <hour><minute><second>. Primary Master/Primary Slave Secondary Master/Secondary Slave 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.
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Anti-Virus Protection 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. Disabled (default) No warning message to appear when anything attempts to access the boot sector or hard disk partition table.
Typematic Rate Setting Keystrokes repeat at a rate determined by the keyboard controller. When enabled, the typematic rate and typematic delay can be selected. The settings are: Enabled/Disabled. Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Sets the number of times a second to repeat a keystroke when you hold the key down. The settings are: 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24, and 30.
PCIExpress Root Port Function Please refer to section 3-6-1 System BIOS Cacheable Selecting Enabled allows caching of the system BIOS ROM at F0000h-FFFFFh, resulting in better system performance. However, if any program writes to this memory area, a system error may result. The settings are: Enabled and Disabled. Video RAM Cacheable Select Enabled allows caching of the video BIOS, resulting in better system performance.
3-7 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility – Copyright(C) 1984-2004 Award Software Integrated Peripherals > Onboard IDE Function Press Enter Item Help > Onboard Device Function Press Enter > Onboard Super IO Function Press Enter Init Display First PCI Slot Menu Level > Pwr Status After Pwr Failure Always Off Move Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit...
OnChip IDE Primary/Secondary The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Select Enabled to activate each channel separately. The settings are: Enabled and Disabled. Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO The four IDE PIO (Programmed Input/Output) fields let you set a PIO mode (0-4) for each of the four IDE devices that the onboard IDE interface supports.
3-7-3 Onboard Super IO Function Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Onboard Super IO Function Onboard FDD Controller Enabled Item Help Onboard Serial Port 1 3F8/IRQ4 Onboard Serial Port 2 2F8/IRQ3 UART2 Mode Select Normal Menu Level >> IR Duplex Mode Half IR Pins IRRX/IRTX...
3-8 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...
Wake-Up by PCI card /Power On by Ring During Disabled, the system will ignore any incoming call from the PCI card/modem. During Enabled, the system will boot up if there’s an incoming call from the PCI card /modem. Wake-Up on RTC Alarm This function is for setting date and time for your computer to boot up.
3-9 PnP/PCI Configuration Setup This section describes configuring the PCI bus system. PCI, or Personal Computer Interconnect, is a system which allows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses when communicating with its own special components. This section covers some very technical items and it is strongly recommended that only experienced users should make any changes to the default settings.
3-11 Miscellaneous Control This section is for setting CPU Frequency/Voltage Control. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Miscellaneous Control CPU Clock Ratio Item Help Auto Detect PCI Clk Enabled Spread Spectrum Disabled ** Current Host/PCI Clock is 133/133Mhz ** Menu Level > Host/PCI Clock at Next Boot ** Current DRAM Clock is 166Mhz ** DRAM Clock at Next Boot...
3-12 Load Standard/Optimized Defaults Load Standard Defaults When you press <Enter> on this item, you get confirmation dialog box with a message similar Load Standard Defaults (Y/N)? N Pressing <Y> loads the BIOS default values for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations.
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.
4-1 INF install Intel 915 chipset system driver 1. Click INF in the MAGIC INSTALL MENU 2. Click NEXT when Chipset Software Install Utility appears 3. This license agreement appear, click Yes, the 4. Select if you want computer re-started click readme information appear, click Next Finish...
3. Click FINISH and restart your computer 4. Manual Sound Effect Setting 5. Speaker configuration setting 6. SPDIF out setting 4-4 LAN install Realtek RTL8110S Gigabit Ethernet NIC Driver 1. Click LAN when Magic Install Menu appear 2. Click finish, and select restart computer...
4-5 RAID install SIS 180 RAID Driver and Utility 1. Click RAID in MAGIC INSTALL MENU 2. When "RAID application windows appear, appear please click NEXT 3. When the license agreement windows appear, 4. Please click FINISH and restart your please choose "I accept the terms of the computer license agreement"...
4-6 PC-HEALTH install Intel Hardware Doctor Utility 1. Click PC-HEALTH when MAGIC INSTALL 2. Click Next when Install shield wizard Window MENU appears appears, Choose destination location and click Next, when the start copy file windows appear, click next 3. Select Finish after setup complete 4.
PC-CILLIN Install PC-CILLIN 2004 Anti-virus program 1. Click PC-CILLIN when MAGIC INSTALL 2. Click NEXT when the "Trend Micro internet MENU appear security" installshield wizard windows appear 3. This is license agreement, select "I Accept 4. Click NEXT and Enter your Customer the terms"...
7. After PC-CILLIN 2004 complete, Please register your information and we recommend select update item to download newest engine code and virus code Note : Please install ACROBAT READER, Before you read PC-CILLIN 2004 User Manual, the path at X:\acrobat\adberdr6_enu_full.exe 4-8 HOW TO UPDATE BIOS Before update BIOS users have to “Disable”, “Flash Part Write Protect”...