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Socket 754 System Board
User's Manual
4200-0440-01
Rev. 1.00

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  • Page 1 Socket 754 System Board User’s Manual 4200-0440-01 Rev. 1.00...
  • Page 2 Copyright and Warranty Notice The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on part of the vendor, who assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual. No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with respect to the quality, accuracy or fitness for any particular part of this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1. Introduction ................1-1 1-1. Features & Specifications ................1-1 1-2. Layout Diagram ..................1-3 Chapter 2. Hardware Setup..............2-1 2-1. Install The Motherboard................2-1 2-2. Install CPU, Heatsink and Fan Assembly..........2-2 2-3. Install System Memory ................2-4 2-4. Connectors, Headers and Switches ............2-5 (1).
  • Page 4 Install Realtek Audio Driver............B-1 Appendix C. Install Cool’n’Quiet Driver ............. C-1 Appendix D. Install USB 2.0 Driver ..............D-1 Appendix E. ABIT EQ (The Hardware Doctor Utility) ........E-1 Appendix F. FlashMenu (BIOS Update Utility) ..........F-1 Appendix G. NVRaid Floppy Disk................G-1 Appendix H.

  • Page 5: Chapter 1. Introduction

    • Supports NV RAID 3. Memory • Two 184-pin DIMM sockets • Supports DDR400 non-ECC un-buffered memory • Supports maximum memory capacity up to 2GB 4. ABIT Engineered • ™ ABIT SoftMenu Technology • ™ ABIT CPU ThermalGuard Technology 5. NV SATA RAID •...
  • Page 6 Chapter 1 • 2x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 IDE connectors • 4x SATA 150 connectors • 3x USB 2.0 headers • 1x CD-IN header 10. Back Panel I/O • 1x PS/2 keyboard, 1x PS/2 mouse • 1x Parallel Port, 1x Serial Port •...

  • Page 7: Layout Diagram

    Introduction 1-2. Layout Diagram User’s Manual...
  • Page 8 Chapter 1 Chapter 1...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

    Hardware Setup Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Before the Installation: Turn off the power supply switch (fully turn off the +5V standby power), or disconnect the power cord before installing or unplugging any connectors or add-on cards. Failing to do so may cause the motherboard components or add-on cards to malfunction or damaged. 2-1.

  • Page 10: Install Cpu, Heatsink And Fan Assembly

    Chapter 2 2-2. Install CPU, Heatsink and Fan Assembly Please pay attention to the following notices before installing the CPU and heatsink/fan assembly. 1. Always use the processor with the Heatsink and Fan Assembly installed. 2. Do not touch the pins on the processor. 3.
  • Page 11 Hardware Setup 6. On the other side, push the retention clip 8. Attach the four-pin power plug from the straight down to lock into the plastic lug on the heatsink and fan assembly to the CPU FAN retention frame. connector. For detailed information on how to install your heatsink and fan assembly, please refer to the instruction manual came packed with the...

  • Page 12: Install System Memory

    Chapter 2 2-3. Install System Memory This system board provides two 184-pin DDR DIMM slots for DDR 400 memory modules with memory expansion size up to 2GB. Bank Memory Module Total Memory Bank 0, 1 (DIMM1) 256MB, 512MB, 1GB 256MB ~ 1GB Bank 2, 3 (DIMM2) 256MB, 512MB, 1GB 256MB ~ 1GB...

  • Page 13: Connectors, Headers And Switches

    Hardware Setup 2-4. Connectors, Headers and Switches Here we will show you all of the connectors, headers and switches, and how to connect them. Please read the entire section for necessary information before attempting to finish all the hardware installation inside the computer chassis.

  • Page 14: Fan Power Connectors

    Chapter 2 (2). FAN Power Connectors These connectors each provide power to the cooling fans installed in your system. • CPUFAN1: CPU Fan Power Connector • SYSFAN1: System Fan Power Connector • PWRFAN1, AUXFAN1, AUXFAN2: Auxiliary Fan Power Connector WARNING: These fan connectors are not jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps on these connectors.

  • Page 15: Cmos Memory Clearing Header

    Hardware Setup (3). CMOS Memory Clearing Header This header uses a jumper cap to clear the CMOS memory. • Pin 1-2 shorted (default): Normal operation. • Pin 2-3 shorted: Clear CMOS memory. WARNING: Turn the power off first (including the +5V standby power) before clearing the CMOS memory.

  • Page 16: Additional Usb Port Headers

    Chapter 2 (4). Additional USB Port Headers These headers each provide 2 additional USB 2.0 ports connection through an USB cable designed for USB 2.0 specifications. Pin Assignment Pin Assignment Data0 - Data1 - Data0 + Data1 + Ground Ground...

  • Page 17: Front Panel Switches & Indicators Headers

    Hardware Setup (5). Front Panel Switches & Indicators Headers This header is used for connecting switches and LED indicators on the chassis front panel. Watch the power LED pin position and orientation. The mark “+” align to the pin in the figure below stands for positive polarity for the LED connection.

  • Page 18: Wake-Up Header

    2-10 Chapter 2 (6). Wake-up Header These headers use a jumper cap to enable/disable the wake-up function. • PS2-PWR1: Pin 1-2 shorted (default): Disable wake-up function support at Keyboard/Mouse port. Pin 2-3 shorted: Enable wake-up function support at Keyboard/Mouse port. •...

  • Page 19: Front Panel Audio Connection Header

    Hardware Setup 2-11 (7). Front Panel Audio Connection Header This header provides the connection to audio connector at front panel. • To use the audio connector at front panel, remove all the jumpers on this header, and then connect to front panel by the extension cable provided with the chassis. •...

  • Page 20: Internal Audio Connectors

    2-12 Chapter 2 (8). Internal Audio Connectors This connector connects to the audio output of internal CD-ROM drive or add-on card.

  • Page 21: Pci Express X16 Slot

    Hardware Setup 2-13 (9). PCI Express x16 Slot This slot is used to attach the next generation of graphics architecture. User’s Manual...

  • Page 22: Pci Express X1 Slots

    2-14 Chapter 2 (10). PCI Express x1 Slots These slots are used to attach the next generation of I/O architecture.

  • Page 23: Floppy And Ide Disk Drive Connectors

    Hardware Setup 2-15 (11). Floppy and IDE Disk Drive Connectors The FDC1 connector connects up to two floppy drives with a 34-wire, 2-connector floppy cable. Connect the single end at the longer length of ribbon cable to the FDC1 on the board, the two connectors on the other end to the floppy disk drives connector.

  • Page 24: Serial Ata Connectors

    2-16 Chapter 2 (12). Serial ATA Connectors These connectors are provided to attach one Serial ATA device at each channel via Serial ATA cable.

  • Page 25: Status Indicators

    Hardware Setup 2-17 (13). Status Indicators • LED1 (VCC): This LED lights up when the system power is on. • LED2 (5VSB): This LED lights up when the power supply is connected with power source. User’s Manual...

  • Page 26: Back Panel Connectors

    2-18 Chapter 2 (14). Back Panel Connectors • Mouse: Connects to PS/2 mouse. • Keyboard: Connects to PS/2 keyboard. • LPT1: Connects to printer or other devices that support this communication protocol. • COM1: Connects to external modem, mouse or other devices that support this communication protocol.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3. Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup Chapter 3. BIOS Setup This motherboard provides a programmable EEPROM that you can update the BIOS utility. The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is a program that deals with the basic level of communication between processor and peripherals. Use the BIOS Setup program only when installing motherboard, reconfiguring system, or prompted to “Run Setup”.

  • Page 28: Softmenu Setup

    Chapter 3 3-1. SoftMenu Setup The SoftMenu utility is ABIT’s exclusive and ultimate solution in programming the CPU operating speed. All the parameters regarding CPU FSB speed, multiplier factor, the AGP & PCI clock, and even the CPU core voltage are all available at your fingertips.
  • Page 29 BIOS Setup CPU FSB Clock(MHz): This item selects the external clock frequency. Due to the specification limit of the CPU you installed, the speed you set over its standard bus speed is supported, but not guaranteed. Multiplier Factor: This item displays the multiplier factor for the CPU you installed. PCIE Clock: This item selects the PCI Express frequency.

  • Page 30: Standard Cmos Features

    Chapter 3 3-2. Standard CMOS Features This section contains the basic configuration parameters of the BIOS. These parameters include date, hour, VGA card, FDD and HDD settings. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Thu. Jan 1 2005 Item Help Time (hh:mm:ss) 12 : 34 : 56...
  • Page 31 BIOS Setup IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave, IDE Channel 2 Master/Slave, IDE Channel 3 Master, IDE Channel 4 Master, IDE Channel 5 Master, IDE Channel 6 Master: Click <Enter> key to enter its submenu: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IDE Channel 1 Master IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press Enter Item Help...
  • Page 32 Chapter 3 Head: This item configures the number of read/write heads. Precomp: This item displays the number of cylinders at which to change the write timing. Landing Zone: This item displays the number of cylinders specified as the landing zone for the read/write heads. Sector: This item configures the number of sectors per track.

  • Page 33: Advanced Bios Features

    BIOS Setup 3-3. Advanced BIOS Features Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced BIOS Features Quick Power on Self Test Enabled Item Help ► Hard Disk Boot Priority Press Enter First Boot Device Floppy Second Boot Device Hard Disk Third Boot Device CDROM Boot Other Device Enabled...
  • Page 34 Chapter 3 Security Option: This item determines when the system will prompt for password - every time the system boots or only when it enters the BIOS setup. [Setup]: The password is required only when accessing the BIOS Setup. [System]: The password is required each time the computer boots up. To disable security, select Set Password at main menu and then you will be asked to enter the password.

  • Page 35: Advanced Chipset Features

    BIOS Setup 3-4. Advanced Chipset Features Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Chipset Features HT Frequency AUTO Item Help ► DRAM Configuration Press Enter SSE/SSE2 Instructions Enable System BIOS Cachable Disable ↑↓:Move Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults HT Frequency:...
  • Page 36 3-10 Chapter 3 DRAM Clock: This item sets the DRAM clock of your DRAM module. The system may be unstable or unable to boot up if your DRAM module does not support the clock you set. When set to [By SPD], the BIOS will read the DRAM module SPD data and automatically set the DRAM clock by the value stored in it.
  • Page 37 BIOS Setup 3-11 Burst Length DDR SDRAM modules provide a Burst mode that means an auto precharge function for programmable READ or WRITE burst lengths of 2, 4 or 8 locations. This means that if we set burst length to 8, the address bus will access 8 bytes each cycle to precharge, etc.

  • Page 38: Integrated Peripherals

    3-12 Chapter 3 3-5. Integrated Peripherals Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals ► IDE/RAID Function Press Enter Item Help Init Display First PCI Slot OnChip USB V1.1+V2.0 - USB Keyboard Support Disable - USB Mouse Support Disable OnChip Audio Controller Auto OnChip LAN Controller Auto...

  • Page 39: Ide Function Setup

    BIOS Setup 3-13 IDE Function Setup: Click <Enter> key to enter its submenu: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IDE Fuction Setup OnChip IDE Channel 1 Enabled Item Help OnChip IDE Channel 2 Enabled IDE DMA transfer access Enabled Serial-ATA 1/2 Enabled Serial-ATA 3/4 Enabled...

  • Page 40: Raid Config

    3-14 Chapter 3 RAID Config: Click <Enter> key to enter its submenu: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility RAID Config RAID Enable Diaabled Item Help X - IDE 1 Master RAID Disabled X - IDE 1 Slave RAID Disabled X - IDE 2 Master RAID Disabled X - IDE 2 Slave RAID Disabled...
  • Page 41 BIOS Setup 3-15 OnChip Audio Controller: This option enables or disables the audio controller. OnChip LAN Controller: This option enables or disables the LAN controller. Onboard LAN Boot ROM: This item allows you to use the boot ROM (instead of a disk drive) to boot-up the system and access the local area network directly.

  • Page 42: Power Management Setup

    3-16 Chapter 3 3-6. Power Management Setup Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type S3(Suspend-to-RAM) Item Help - USB Resume from S3 Disabled Power Button Function Instant-Off Wake-Up by PME# of PCI Disabled Wake-Up by Ring Disabled Wake-Up by OnChip LAN Enabled...
  • Page 43 BIOS Setup 3-17 Wake-Up by OnChip LAN: When set to [Enabled], you can remotely wake up a PC in Soft-Off condition via a LAN card that support the wake up function. Wake-Up by Alarm: Two options are available: Disabled or Enabled. The default setting is Disabled. When set to Enabled, you can set the date and time at which the RTC (real-time clock) alarm awakens the system from Suspend mode.
  • Page 44 3-18 Chapter 3 Restore on AC Power Loss: This item selects the system action after an AC power failure. [Power Off]: When power returns after an AC power failure, the system’s power remains off. You must press the Power button to power-on the system. [Power On]: When power returns after an AC power failure, the system’s power will be powered on automatically.

  • Page 45: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    BIOS Setup 3-19 3-7. PnP/PCI Configurations Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility PnP/PCI Configurations Resources Controlled By Auto(ESCD) Item Help x IRQ Resources Press Enter PCI/VGA Pallete Snoop Disbaled PIRQ_0 Use IRQ No. Auto PIRQ_1 Use IRQ No. Auto PIRQ_2 Use IRQ No. Auto PIRQ_3 Use IRQ No.

  • Page 46: Irq Resources

    3-20 Chapter 3 IRQ Resources: Click <Enter> key to enter its submenu: This item sets each system interrupt to either [PCI Device] or [Reserved]. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility PnP/PCI Configurations IRQ-3 assigned to PCI Device IRQ-4 assigned to PCI Device IRQ-5 assigned to PCI Device...

  • Page 47: Pc Health Status

    BIOS Setup 3-21 3-8. PC Health Status You can set the warning temperature for your computer system, and you can check the fan speeds and power supply voltages of your computer system. The features are useful for monitoring all the important parameters within your computer system.
  • Page 48 3-22 Chapter 3 CPU Warning Temperature: This item lets you select the temperature at which you want the system to send out a warning message to the PC speakers of when the temperature goes beyond either limit. You can select the temperatures you want.

  • Page 49: Load Fail-Safe Defaults

    BIOS Setup 3-23 3-9. Load Fail-Safe Defaults This option loads the BIOS default values for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. 3-10. Load Optimized Defaults This option loads the BIOS default values that are factory settings for optimal-performance system operations. 3-11.
  • Page 50 3-24 3-24 Chapter 3 Chapter 3...

  • Page 51: Appendix A. Install Nvidia Nforce Chipset Driver

    Install nVidia nForce Chipset Driver Appendix A. Install nVidia nForce Chipset Driver NOTE: Please install this NVIDIA nForce Chipset driver first after having installed the Windows operating system. The installation procedures and screen shots in this section are based on the Windows XP operating system.
  • Page 52 Appendix A 5. Click [Yes]. 9. Click [Next]. 6. Click [Next]. 10. Choose [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], and click [Finish] to complete setup. 7. Click [Next]. 8. Click [Next].

  • Page 53: Appendix B. Install Realtek Audio Driver

    Install Realtek Audio Driver Appendix B. Install Realtek Audio Driver The installation procedures and screen shots in this section are based on Windows XP operating system. For those of other OS, please follow its on-screen instruction. Insert the Driver & Utility CD into CD-ROM drive, it should execute the installation program automatically.
  • Page 54 Appendix B...

  • Page 55: Appendix C. Install Cool'n'quiet Driver

    Install Cool’n’Quiet Driver Appendix C. Install Cool’n’Quiet Driver The installation procedures and screen shots in this section are based on Windows XP operating system. For those of other OS, please follow its on-screen instruction. Insert the Driver & Utility CD into CD-ROM drive, it should execute the installation program automatically.
  • Page 56 Appendix C 6. After the system restarted, open the “Power Options” from the control panel and choose the power scheme “Minimal Power Management” to enable Cool ‘n’ Quiet. NOTE: For Windows 2000 or ME system, an AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet tab will appear under “Power Options”...

  • Page 57: Appendix D. Install Usb 2.0 Driver

    Install USB 2.0 Driver Appendix D. Install USB 2.0 Driver NOTE: The installation for USB 2.0 driver for Windows XP or Windows 2000 is currently available by updating the latest Service Pack from Microsoft’s web site. User’s Manual...
  • Page 58 Appendix D...

  • Page 59: Appendix E. Abit Eq (The Hardware Doctor Utility

    ABIT EQ (The Hardware Doctor Utility) Appendix E. ABIT EQ (The Hardware Doctor Utility) ABIT EQ is a self-diagnostic system for PC based on motherboards designed and manufactured by ABIT Computer Corporation. It will protect PC Hardware by monitoring critical items of Power Supply Voltage, CPU &...
  • Page 60 Appendix E 4. Choose [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.] and click [Finish] to complete setup. 6. This screen appears. ABIT EQ shows you the status of Voltage, Fan Speed, and Temperature readings as well. 5. Execute the ABIT EQ by entering the Windows Menu [Start] $ [All Programs] $ [ABIT] $ [ABIT EQ].

  • Page 61: Appendix F. Flashmenu (Bios Update Utility

    ABIT FlashMenu is the most stable Windows-based BIOS flash available. No more worries from crashing. With one click of BIOS updating, ABIT users can flash their BIOS more easily and in less time. The installation procedures and screen shots in this section are based on the Windows XP operating system.
  • Page 62 Appendix F 5. Execute the FlashMenu by entering the Windows Menu [Start] $ [All Programs] $ [ABIT] $ [FlashMenu]. 6. This FlashMenu screen appears. You can easily update the BIOS from clicking [Update From File], [One Click LiveUpdate], or [LiveUpdate Step by Step] button.

  • Page 63: Appendix G. Nvraid Floppy Disk

    CD to enter the installation menu. After entering the installation menu, move your curser to [ABIT Utility] tab. Click [AN8 NVRaid Floppy Disk]. The following screen appears. 1. Insert one blank floppy disk to the selected floppy drive and click [Build].
  • Page 64 Appendix G...

  • Page 65: Appendix H. Troubleshooting (Need Assistance

    Troubleshooting (Need Assistance?) Appendix H. Troubleshooting (Need Assistance?) Q & A: Q: Do I need to clear the CMOS before I use a new motherboard to assemble my new computer system? A: Yes, we highly recommend that you clear the CMOS before installing a new motherboard. Please move the CMOS jumper from its default 1-2 position to 2-3 for a few seconds, and then back.
  • Page 66 Appendix H Q: How can I get a quick response to my request for technical support? A: Be sure to follow the guidelines as stated in the “Technical Support Form” section of this manual. If you have a problem during operation, in order to help our technical support personnel quickly determine the problem with your motherboard and give you the answers you need, eliminate any peripheral that is not related to the problem, and indicate it on the form.
  • Page 67 To fill in this “Technical Support Form”, refer to the step-by-step instructions given below: . MODEL: Note the model number given in your user’s manual. Example: NV8 . Motherboard model number (REV): Note the motherboard model number labeled on the motherboard as “REV:*.**”.

  • Page 68: Technical Support Form

    Appendix H ( Technical Support Form ) Phone Number: ! Company Name: " Contact Person: # Fax Number: * E-mail Address: Model BIOS ID # Motherboard Model No. DRIVER REV OS/Application Hardware Name Brand Specifications IDE1 IDE2 IDE1 CD-ROM-Drive IDE2 System Memory ADD-ON CARD Problem Description:...

  • Page 69: Appendix I. How To Get Technical Support

    Also please make sure you have the latest drivers from your peripheral card makers! 3. Check the ABIT Technical Terms Guide and FAQ on our website. We are trying to expand and make the FAQs more helpful and information rich. Let us know if you have any suggestions.
  • Page 70 They should have reasonable return or refund policies. How they serve you is also a good reference for your next purchase. 6. Contacting ABIT. If you feel that you need to contact ABIT directly you can send email to the ABIT technical support department. First, please contact the support team for the branch office closest to you.
  • Page 71 Unit 3, 24-26 Boulton Road, Stevenage, Herts SG1 4QX, UK Tel: 44-1438-228888 Fax: 44-1438-226333 E-mail: sales@abitcomputer.co.uk Germany and Benelux (Belgium, AMOR Computer B.V. (ABIT's European Office) Netherlands, Luxembourg), Jan van Riebeeckweg 15, 5928LG, Venlo, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, The Netherlands Greece, Denmark, Norway, Tel: 31-77-3204428...
  • Page 72 Please contact the reseller from whom you bought the product. You should be able to get RMA service there. 8. Reporting Compatibility Problems to ABIT. Because of tremendous number of email messages we receive every day, we are forced to give greater weight to certain types of messages than to others.

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