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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
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Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing
this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's manu-
facturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Preface
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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 3.0 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation. Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- causing Equipment Regulations. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
T T T T T ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction...................1 Feature....................2 Specifications................4 Motherboard Components............5 7 7 7 7 7 Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions................7 Choosing a Computer Case.............7 Installing the Motherboard in a Case..........7... - Page 4 61 61 61 61 61 Using the Motherboard Software Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8........61 ..Running Setup..............61 Manual Installation................63 ECS Utility Software................63 Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly..........65 Start up problems after prolong use..........66 Maintenance and care tips..............66 Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...........67...
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Page 5: Introducing The Motherboard
Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the H61H2-M9 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1155 socket for latest Intel ® Core Family/Pentium ® /Celeron ® processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets. -
Page 6: Feature
Feature Processor The motherboard uses an LGA1155 type of socket that carries the following features: • Accommodates latest Intel ® Core Family/Pentium ® /Celeron ® proces- sors • Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU • One PCI Express x16 slot • DMI 5.0GT/s •... -
Page 7: Bios Firmware
1394a Firewire • Compliant with single chip host controller for IEEE Std 1394-1955 and IEEE 1394a-2000 • Integrated 400 Mb/s 2-Port PHY for the PCI BUS • 3.3V Power Supply with 5V Tolerant Inputs Onboard LAN (Optional) The onboard LAN provides the following features: •... -
Page 8: Specifications
Specifications • LGA1155 socket for latest Intel ® Core Family/Pentium ® Celeron ® processors • Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU • DMI 5.0GT/s Chipset • Intel ® H61 Chipset • ASM1061 Chips integrate two SATA 6.0 Gb/s Host Control- Extra Chips lers Memory •... -
Page 9: Motherboard Components
• AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM System BIOS • Supports Plug and Play, STR(S3)/STD(S4), Hardware monitor, Multi Boot • Supports ACPI & DMI • Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS • F7 hot key for boot up devices option Form Factor •... - Page 10 Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS ® LGA1155 socket for latest Intel Core Family/Pentium 1. CPU Socket ® Celeron Processors 2. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector 3. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots 4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector 5.
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Page 11: Installing The Motherboard
Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions • Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid dam- age from static electricity • Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard •... -
Page 12: Checking Jumper Settings
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard. Checking Jumper Settings This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard. Setting Jumpers Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered. -
Page 13: Checking Jumper Settings
Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Jumper Settings Type Jumper Description Setting (default) 1-2: NORMAL 2-3: CLEAR CLR_CMOS 3-pin Clear CMOS Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to CLR_CMOS turn off the system. -
Page 14: Installing Hardware
Installing Hardware Installing the Processor Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resis- tors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components. -
Page 15: Cpu Installation Procedure
CPU Installation Procedure The following illustration shows CPU installation components. A. Disengaging of the Load Lever · Press the hook of lever down and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab. B. Opening of the Load Plate ·... -
Page 16: Installing Memory Modules
1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/ heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary. 2. -
Page 17: Installation Procedure
1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users give priority to the gray DIMMs (DDR3_1/DDR3_3) when installing DIMMs. 2. We suggest users not mix memory type. It is recommended to use the same brand and type memory on this motherboard. Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. -
Page 18: Expansion Slots
Expansion Slots 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 in- crease the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system. - Page 19 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.
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Page 20: Connecting Optional Devices
Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio header This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line- out ports for easier access. Signal Name Signal Name PORT 1L AUD_GND PORT 1R... - Page 21 SATA5~6: Serial ATA III connectors These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA III devices for the highest data transfer rates (6.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It doubles the transfer rate of current SATA 3.0Gb/s interface. Signal Name Signal Name Ground...
- Page 22 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. Signal Name SPDIFOUT CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.
- Page 23 LPT: Onboard parallel port Header This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices. Signal Name Signal Name STROBE ERROR INIT SLCT Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground BUSK Ground Ground SLCT TPM(Optional): Trusted Platform Module header Trusted platform module (TPM) is a published specification detailing a microcontrollerthat can store secured information, and implementations of that...
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Page 24: Installing A Sata Hard Drive
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 inter- face for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. -
Page 25: Connecting I/O Devices
Connecting I/O Devices The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports: PS2 Mouse Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 pointing device. PS2 Keyboard Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard. DVI Port (HDMI Connect the DVI port to the monitor. -
Page 26: Connecting Case Components
Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL. Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. - Page 27 Connecting 4-pin power cable The ATX12V4P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V4P match perfectly. 4-pin power cable CPU_FAN: CPU cooling FAN Power Connector Signal Name Function System Ground...
- Page 28 ATX12V: ATX 12V Power Connector Signal Name Ground Ground +12V +12V SPK: Internal speaker Signal Name Signal Installing the Motherboard...
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Page 29: Front Panel Header
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. Refer to the table below for informa- tion: Signal Function Signal Function HD_LED_P Hard disk LED(+) 2 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED(+) HD_LED_N Hard disk LED(- ) FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED(-) - Page 30 Memo Installing the Motherboard...
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Page 31: 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 configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. -
Page 32: Resetting The Default Cmos Values
Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. Above image is for reference only, for details please refer to actual image. Resetting the Default CMOS Values When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings Wrong”... -
Page 33: Bios Navigation Key
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by an 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 34: 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 III Boot Security Exit Choose the system default BIOS Information language System Language English System Data Thu 03/15/2012 System Time 00:01:30... -
Page 35: 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 III Boot Security Exit LAN Configuration Parameters LAN Configuration PC Health Status Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration : Select Screen USB Configuration... -
Page 36: 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 III Boot Security Exit PC Health Status Smart Fan Function CPU Fan Speed 1534 RPM CPU Voltage 1.020V : Select Screen... - Page 37 Smart Fan start PWM value (180) This item is used to set the start PWM value of the smart fan. Smart Fan start TEMP(-) (30) This item is used to set the start temperature of the smart fan. DeltaT (3) This item specifies the range that controls CPU temperature and keeps it from going so high or so low when smart fan works.
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Page 38: Power Management Setup
Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit About Resume by Ring Power Management Setup Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PME Disabled Resume By USB 1.x/2.0 (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Disabled... -
Page 39: Acpi Setting
ACPI Setting The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit ACPI Settings Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM) - Page 40 Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500K CPU @ 3.30GHz This is display-only field and diaplays the information of the CPU installed in your computer. EM64T (Supported) This item shows the computer supports EM64T. Processor Speed (3300MHz) This item shows the current processor speed. Processor Stepping (206a6) This item shows the processor stepping version.
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Page 41: Sata Configuration
SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit SATA Configuration Determines how SATA controller(s) operate. SATA Mode IDE Mode On Chip eSATA 6Gb/s Controller Mod AHCI Mode SATA Port1 Not Present : Select Screen... -
Page 42: Usb Configuration
USB Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit USB Configuration USB Support Parameters All USB Devices Enabled Onchip USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select... -
Page 43: Super Io Configuration
Super IO Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Set Parameters of Serial Super IO Configuration Port 0 (COMA) Super IO Chip IT8728 Serial Port 0 Configuration Parallel Port Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item... - Page 44 Parallel Port Configuration This item shows the information of the super IO chip. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Parallel Port Configuration Enable or Disable Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE) Parallel Port Enabled Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5; Change Settings Auto : Select Screen Device Mode Standard and Bi-di ...
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Page 45: Trusted Computing
Trusted Computing Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Enables or Disables BIOS TPM Configuration support for security device. TPM Support Disabled O.S. will not show Security Device. -
Page 46: Chipset Menu
Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit System Agent Configuration System Agent (SA) PCH Configuration Parameters ME Subsystem : Select Screen /Click: Select Item... - Page 47 Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8. 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 48 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 Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].
- Page 49 Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8. 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 50 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 51 PCH Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Select AC power state PCH Configuration when power is re-applied after a power failure Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio...
- Page 52 ME Subsystem Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME Subsystem Help ME FW Version 8.1.0.1248 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
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Page 53: M.i.b.iii(Mb Intelligent Bios Iii) Menu
M.I.B III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) 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 54 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology). Turbo Mode (Enabled) This item allows you to control the Intel Turbo Boost Technology. Internal PLL OverVoltage (Disabled) This item allows you to control the Internal PLL OverVoltage. Runtime Turbo Enable (Disabled) This item shows if CPU support runtime turbo or not.
- Page 55 Chipset Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Memory Multiplier Configuration The selection of Performance Memory Profiles which im- Performance Memory Profiles Automatic pacts memory sizing behav- ior. Memory Timing Configuration CAS# Latency(tCL) : Select Screen RAS# to CAS# Delay(tRCD)
- Page 56 Four Active Window Delay(tFAW) (20) This item controls the four bank activate time in memory clock cycles. Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B III Menu page. 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.
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Page 57: Boot Menu
Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Boot Configuration Windows 7 or other OS: Operation System Select Windows7 or other OS Boot policy for Legacy OS Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Launch Storage OpROM Enabled... - Page 58 Hard Disk / CD/DVD ROM / USB Floppy / USB CD/DVD ROM / USB HardDisk / USB Flash / Network Boot Drive Priorities These items enable you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system. Press <Enter> to see the submenu. CSM parameters OpROM execution, boot options filter,etc.
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Page 59: Security Menu
Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Administrator Password Status Not Install Secure Boot mode selector. ‘Standard’ -fixed Secure User Password Status Not Install boot policy, ‘Custom’ - changeable Image Administrator Password Execution policy and Secure... - Page 60 Image Execution Policy Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Internal FV Always Execute Image Execution Policy per Option ROM Deny Execute device path on Security Removable Media Deny Execute Violation.
- Page 61 Key Management Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Default Key Provisioning Disabled Force OEM default Secure Manage All Factory Keys (PK, KEK, DB, DBX) Boot Keys if System is in Install default Secure Boot keys Setup Mode.
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Page 62: 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 III Boot Security Exit Save Changes and Exit Exit system setup after Discard Changes and Exit saving the changes. Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Save Options... -
Page 63: Updating The Bios
Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Web site. 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. - Page 64 Memo Using BIOS...
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Page 65: Using The Motherboard Software
C l i c k t h e “Setup” Click the “ Utilities” button to select and button to select and software install ECS Intelligent installation program. Utility. Running Setup Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard: Click Setup. - Page 66 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.
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Page 67: Manual Installation
README.DOC) for information on installing the driver or software for your oper- ating system. ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently. These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software. - Page 68 Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. eBLU 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. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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Page 69: Trouble Shooting
Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. 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. -
Page 70: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use
2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan. Start up problems after prolong use After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. - Page 72 Memo Trouble Shooting...
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