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  • Page 1 Preface Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. Version 1.0 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow- ing conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives: Limits and methods of mesurement of radio disturbance char- EN 55022...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction...................1 Pakage Contents................1 Specifications................2 Motherboard Components............4 I/O Ports....................6 Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions................9 Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis........9 Installing Hardware..............10 Installing the Processor............10 Installing the CPU Cooler............12 Installing Memory Modules...........13 Installing Add-on Cards............15 Connecting Optional Devices..........17 Installing a SATA Hard Drive...........22...
  • Page 4 Auto-installing under Windows XP/Vista/7.........67 ..Running Setup..............67 Manual Installation................69 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)........69 Chapter 5 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager RAID Configuration Before creating a RAID set.............71 Entering Intel® Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS utility..72 Creating a RAID set.................73...
  • Page 5: Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the Z77H2-AX motherboard. This motherboard is a high per- formance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1155 socket for latest 3 Generation Intel Core i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors. ®...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications • LGA1155 socket for latest 3 Generation Intel Core i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors • DMI 5.0GT/s Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list. ® Chipset • Intel Z77 Chipset Memory • Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture •...
  • Page 7 1 x mSATA connector System BIOS • AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM - Supports ECS M.I.B X Utility - Supports Plug and Play - Supports ACPI & DMI - Supports S1 / STR (S3) /STD (S4) - Supports FSB adjustment, increase in a increase of 1/100...
  • Page 8: Motherboard Components

    Motherboard Components Z77H2-AX USER MANUAL...
  • Page 9 Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS LGA1155 socket for latest 3 Generation 1. CPU Socket Intel Core i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors 2. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector 3. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 Module slots 4. PWR_FAN 3-pin power cooling fan connector 5.
  • Page 10: I/O Ports

    I/O Ports 1. Bluetooth Dongle Use this port to transfer data between your computer and other devices which support bluetooth function. 2. CLR_CMOS_BTN Use the CLR_CMOS button to clear CMOS. Before clearing CMOS, make sure to turn off the power of the sytem. 3.
  • Page 11 7. Audio Ports Use the audio jack to connect audio devices. The C port is for stereo line-in signal, while the E port is for microphone in signal. This motherboard supports audio devices that correspond to the A, B, and D port respectively. In addition, both of the 2 ports, B, and D provide user with both right &...
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  • Page 13: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard 2-1. Safety Precautions Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard: • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity. • Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard.
  • Page 14: Installing Hardware

    2-3. Installing Hardware 2-3-1. Installing the Processor • This motherboard has an LGA1155 socket. • When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
  • Page 15 D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically. Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is re- moved.
  • Page 16: Installing The Cpu Cooler

    2-3-2. Installing the CPU Cooler • Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket. • Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
  • Page 17: Installing Memory Modules

    2-3-3. Installing Memory Modules • This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin DDR3 2400(OC)+/1600/1333/1066. • Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges.
  • Page 18 • The four DDR3 memory sockets (DDR3_1, DDR3_2, DDR3_3 and DDR3_4) are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel B: DDR3_3, DDR3_4 Recommend memory configuration Sockets Mode DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 1 DIMM...
  • Page 19: Installing Add-On Cards

    2-3-4. Installing Add-on Cards The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.
  • Page 20 Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
  • Page 21: Connecting Optional Devices

    2-3-5. Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: Components Components SATA1~6 USB3F SPDIFO CASE F_AUDIO F_USB1 — — 1. SATA1~6: Serial ATA connectors SATA3~6 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s device, SATA1/2 con- nectors support the Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s device.
  • Page 22 2. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate. Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indi- cated above.
  • Page 23 4. F_USB1: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers (supports EZ Charger) The motherboard has one USB 2.0 header supporting two USB 2.0 ports. Addition- ally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.
  • Page 24 6. SPDIFO: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector. 7. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented mi- crophone and line-out ports for easier access.
  • Page 25 AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio conne-ctor to support AC97 Audio mode. If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “ Disabled Front Panel Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’...
  • Page 26: Installing A Sata Hard Drive

    2-3-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive. About SATA Connectors Your motherboard features six SATA connectors supporting a total of six drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs.
  • Page 27 About mSATA Connectors Your motherboard features one mSATA connector which comforms to SATA 3.0Gb/s standard and can be connectted to a single solid-state drive. Refer to the illustration below for proper installation: Put the solid-state drive (SSD) into the mSATA Slot. Lower the handle and tighten the screws.
  • Page 28: Connecting Case Components

    2-3-7. Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Components CPU_FAN PWR_FAN ATX_POWER F_PANEL SYS_FAN ATX_12V Z77H2-AX USER MANUAL...
  • Page 29 1 & 2 & 5. CPU_FAN (CPU cooling FAN Power Connector) & SYS_FAN (System Cooling FAN Power Connector) & PWR_FAN (FAN Power Connector) Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. Connect the system cooling fan connector to PWR_FAN. Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.
  • Page 30 3 & 6. ATX_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & ATX12V (ATX 12V Power Connector) Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V. Connecting 24-pin power cable The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply. With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the...
  • Page 31 Connecting 4-pin power cable The ATX12V8P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V8P match perfectly. 4-pin power cable 4. Front Panel Header The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases.
  • Page 32 Hard Drive Activity LED Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.
  • Page 33: Using Bios

    Chapter 3 Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS. The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s con- figuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters.
  • Page 34: Resetting The Default Cmos Values

    Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. Resetting the Default CMOS Values When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings Wrong” message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer.
  • Page 35: Bios Navigation Keys

    In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a icon The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.
  • Page 36: Main Menu

    Main Menu This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system language, date and time. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Choose the system default BIOS Information language System Language English System Date Sat 12/10/2011 System Time 09:41:06...
  • Page 37: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Enable or Disable Boot Legacy OpROM Support Option for Legacy Network Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Devices.
  • Page 38: Lan Configuration

    LAN Configuration The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN Configuration LAN 1 Controller Onboard LAN Controller Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 39: Pc Health Status

    PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit PC Health Status Smart Fan Function CPU Fan Speed 3026 RPM System Fan Speed 0 RPM PWR Fan Speed...
  • Page 40 Smart Fan Mode (Normal) This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quite mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment.
  • Page 41: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit About Resume by Ring Power Management Setup Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PME Disabled Resume By USB (S3) Disabled EUP Function Enabled...
  • Page 42: Acpi Configuration

    ACPI Configuration The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.BX Boot Security Exit Select the highest ACPI ACPI Settings sleep state the system ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM) will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed.
  • Page 43: Cpu Configuration

    CPU Configuration The item in the menu shows the CPU. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit CPU Configuration Disabled for Window XP Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.30GHz EMT64 Supported Processor Speed 2300 MHz Processor Stepping 306a6 Microcode Revision Processor Cores Intel HT Technology Not Supported...
  • Page 44 Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled) Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit. When supports Prescott and LGA775 CPUs, enables this to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT 4.0. Excute Disable Bit (Enabled) This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot.
  • Page 45: Sata Configuration

    SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit SATA Configuration Determines how SATA controller(s) operate. SATA Mode IDE Mode ON Chip eSATA 6Gb/s Controller Mode AHCI Mode ON Chip SATA 6Gb/s Controller Mode AHCI Mode SATA Port1...
  • Page 46: Usb Configuration

    USB Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Save & Exit Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Enabled or Disabled Set Parameters of Serial Super IO Configuration USB Support Parameters USB Configuration Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE).
  • Page 47: Super Io Configuration

    Super IO Configuration Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Super IO Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) Super IO Chip IT8728 Serial Port 0 Configuration Temp.
  • Page 48: Intel Rapid Start Technology

    Temp. to 80-Port (Disable) Use this item to enable or disable Temperature output 80-Port. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Use this item to show the information of trusted computing configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot...
  • Page 49: Chipset Menu

    Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North chipset, South chipset and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit System Agent Configuration System Agent (SA) PCH Configuration North Bridge Parameters. Parameters ME Configuration : Select Screen...
  • Page 50 Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7. Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.)
  • Page 51 Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item, then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it. Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].
  • Page 52 Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7. 1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen. Show the path of the setting location Display devices Search Control Panel Control Panel...
  • Page 53 Search Control Panel Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Change the apprearance of your displays Detect Identify Display: 4. AL1717 Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Multiple displays: Disconnect this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller...
  • Page 54: Pch Configuration

    PCH Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit PCH Configuration Select AC Power state when Power is re-applied after Restore AC Power Loss Power Off a power failure. Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled...
  • Page 55 ME Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME FW Version 8.0.0.1340 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 56: Mb Intelligent Bios X) Menu

    M.I.B X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) Menu This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system. Main Advanced Chipset...
  • Page 57 CPU Frequency(1/100 MHz) (10000) This item shows the information of CPU frequency. CPU Ratio (23) This item allows users to control non turbo CPU ratio. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Tech- nology).
  • Page 58 Chipset OverClocking Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Memory Multiplier Cofiguration The selection of Performance Memory Performance Memory Profiles Automatic Profiles which impacts XMP Profile 1 Supported memory sizing behavior. XMP Profile 2 Not Supported Memory Timing Configuration...
  • Page 59 Read CAS# Precharge(tRTP) (6) This item controls the Read to precharge delay for memory devices, in memory clock cycles. Four Active Window Delay(tFAW) (24) This item controls the four bank activate time in memory clock cycles. Graphics Core Ratio Limit (11) This item allows you to control the internal GFX Turbo ratio.
  • Page 60 B.O.M.P Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable B.O.M.P technology. This function can run safe setting to setup menu when system boot fail 3 times. Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Enabled) When this item is enabled, BIOS will disable the clock signal of free DIMM/PCI slots. Spread Spectrum (Enabled) If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system.
  • Page 61: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Boot Configuration Select the keyboard NumLock state Bootup NumLock State Quiet Boot Enabled Set Boot Priority 1st Boot Hard Disk 2nd Boot CD/DVD 3rd Boot...
  • Page 62 CD/DVD ROM Drive Priorities Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit CD/DVD ROM Drive Priorities : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...
  • Page 63 USB CD/DVD ROM Drive Priorities Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit USB CD/DVD ROM Drive Priorities : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults...
  • Page 64: Usb Flash Drive Priorities

    USB Flash Drive Priorities Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit USB Flash Drive Priorities : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...
  • Page 65 UEFI Boot Drive Priorities Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit UEFI Boot Drive Priorities : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...
  • Page 66: Security Menu

    Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Administrator Password Status Not Install Set Administrator Password User Password Status Not Install Administrator Password : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 67: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Profile Configuration Enabled/Disabled Profile function Back to EZ Mode Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset : Select Screen Discard Changes and Reset...
  • Page 68 Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B X Boot Security Exit Profile Configuration Set BIOS Setup data to Profile 5 Profile information Input Profile Name Profile 5 Set Profile Load Profile Current Profile name Not Install Profile 6 Input Profile Name Profile 6 Set Profile Load Profile Current Profile name...
  • Page 69: Updating The Bios

    Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improve- ments in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows: If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.
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  • Page 71: Using The Motherboard Software

    “Setup” Click the “ Utilities” button to select and run button to select and the software installation install ECS Intelligent program. Utility. Running Setup Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard: Click Setup. The installation program begins: The following screens are examples only.
  • Page 72 Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items. Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence.
  • Page 73: Manual Installation

    ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers.
  • Page 74 ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install. ECS eOC Utility is a simple over-clocking tool that provides user-friendly windows opera- tion interface for novices and over-clockers. Combining with ECS MIB III technology, eOC challenges the undiscovered over-clocking capability than ever before.
  • Page 75: Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Raid Configuration

    Chapter 5 ® Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID Configuration ® The Intel Matrix Storage Manager allows you to configure RAID 0, and 1 sets on the external Serial ATA hard disk drives. Before creating a RAID set Prepare the following items: One SATA HDD.
  • Page 76: Entering Intel Matrix Storage Manager Raid Bios Utility

    ® Entering Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS utility During POST, press <Ctrl-I> to enter the Intel ® Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS menu. ® The main Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS menu appears. Use the arrow keys to move the color bar and navigate through the items. Z77H2-AX USER MANUAL...
  • Page 77: Creating A Raid Set

    Creating a RAID set In the main Intel ® Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS menu, highlight Cre- ate RAID Volume using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set that you want to create.
  • Page 78 When done, press <Enter> to confirm the creation of the RAID set. A dia- logue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm; otherwise, press <N>. Pressing <Y> deletes all the data in the HDDs. The following screen appears, displaying the relevant information about the RAID set you created.
  • Page 79: Deleting A Raid Set

    Deleting a RAID set In the main Intel ® Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS menu, highlight De- lete RAID Volume using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>. Use the space bar to select the RAID set you want to delete. Press the <Del>...
  • Page 80: Reseting Disks To Non-Raid

    Resetting disks to Non-RAID An HDD that has been previously configured as part of another RAID set in another platform is called a broken RAID HDD. When you install a bro- ken RAID HDD, you cannot select this disk when configuring a RAID set ®...
  • Page 81: Trouble Shooting

    Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http:// www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenulD=49& childid=M 49&LanlD=0 a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.
  • Page 82: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component. Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/ Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information. Maintenance and care tips Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance.
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