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    EnglishOn-Board SATA RAIDŠBuilt in VIA VT8237R / VT8237R+
    ŠSupports Disk striping (RAID0) or DISK Mirroring (RAID1)
    ŠSupports UDMA up to 150 MB/sec
    ŠUp to 2 SATA Device
    Hardware MonitorŠSystem voltage detection
    ŠCPU temperature detection
    ŠCPU / System fan speed detection
    ŠCPU fan failure warning
    BIOSŠUse of licensed AWARD BIOS
    ŠSupports Q-Flash
    Additional FeaturesŠSupports @BIOS
    ŠSupports EasyTune  (Note 3)
    OverclockingŠOver Clock (CPU) by BIOS
    ŠOver Voltage (CPU/AGP) by BIOS
    Form FactorŠMicro ATX form factor; 22.0cm x 24.4cm
    (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. 
    						
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    1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink
    Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions:
    1. Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
    2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong
    direction, the CPU will not insert properly.  If this occurs, please change the insert direction
    of the CPU.
    3. Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and heatsink.
    4. Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU prior to system use, otherwise
    overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur.
    5. Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It is not
    recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it
    does not meet the required standards for the peripherals.  If you wish to set the frequency
    beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications
    including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
    1-3-1 Installation of the CPU
    Check the processor pins to see that none are bent. Move the socket lever to the unlocked position as shown
    in Figure 1.(90o to the plane of the motherboard) prior to inserting the processor. The pin 1 location is
    designated on the processor by a copper triangle that matches up to a triangle on the socket as shown in
    Figure 2. Align the processor to the socket and gently lower it into place. Do not force the processor into the
    socket.
    Fig.1
    Position lever at a 90 degree angle.
    Socket lever
    Fig.2
    Pin 1 location on the socket and processor.
    Gently place the CPU into position making sure that the CPU pins fit
    perfectly into their holes. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket,
    place one finger down on the middle of the CPU and gently press the
    metal lever back into its original position.
    Please use extra care when installing the CPU. The CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly.
    Rather than applying force, please change the positioning of the CPU.     
    						
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    English1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink
    The heat sink may adhere to the CPU as a result of hardening of the heat sink paste. To prevent
    such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for
    heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heat sink.
    Fig.1
    Before installing the heat sink, please first add an even layer of heat sink
    paste on the surface of the CPU. Install all the heat sink components (Please
    refer to the heat sink manual for detailed installation instructions).
    Fig.2
    Please connect the heat sink power connector to the CPU_FAN connector
    located on the motherboard so that the heat sink can properly function to
    prevent CPU overheating.     
    						
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    Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:
    1. Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard.  It is
    recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.
    2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer power
    is switched off to prevent hardware damage.
    3. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed in
    only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.
    1-4 Installation of Memory
    The motherboard supports DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity
    and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one direction. The
    memory capacity used can differ with each slot.
    Notch
    DDR
    Fig.1
    The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can
    only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically
    into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.
    Fig.2
    Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to lock the
    DIMM module.
    Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM
    module.       
    						
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    English1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards
    You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below:
    1. Read the related expansion cards instruction document before install the expansion card into the
    computer.
    2. Remove your computers chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.
    3. Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.
    4. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.
    5. Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.
    6. Replace your computers chassis cover.
    7. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.
    8. Install related driver from the operating system.
    Installing a AGP expansion card:
    Please carefully pull out the small white-
    drawable bar at the end of the AGP slot
    when you try to install/uninstall the VGA
    card. Please align the VGA card to the
    onboard AGP slot and press firmly down on
    the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked
    by the small white-drawable bar.     
    						
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    1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction
    PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector
    To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the
    lower port (purple).
    USB port
    Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as
    USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface. Also make sure
    your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS
    vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your OS or device(s)
    vendors.
    Parallel Port
    The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.
    COM A (Serial Port)
    Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
    VGA Port
    Monitor can be connected to VGA port.
    LAN Port
    The provided Internet connection is fast Ethernet, providing data transfer speeds of 10/100Mbps.
    Line In
    Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. can be connected to Line In jack.
    Line Out  (Front Speaker Out)
    Connect the stereo speakers, earphone or front surround channels to this connector.
    MIC In
    Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.
    You can use audio software to configure 2-/4-/6- channel audio functioning. 
    						
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    English1-7 Connectors Introduction
    1) ATX_12V
    2) ATX (Power Connector)
    3) CPU_FAN
    4) SYS_FAN
    5) FDD
    6) IDE1 / IDE2
    7) SATA0 / SATA1
    8) F_PANEL
    9) PWR_LED
    10) F_AUDO
    11) CD_IN
    12) SPDIF_IO
    13) F_USB1 / F_USB2
    14) IR
    15) COMB
    16) CLR_CMOS
    17) BAT
    3
    12
    8
    16
    13
    17
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    4 6
    7
    912
    11
    14
    10 
    						
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    1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector)
    With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the
    components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all
    components and devices are properly installed.  Align the power connector with its proper location on
    the motherboard and connect tightly.
    The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power
     connector is not connected, the system will not start.
    Caution!
    Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements.  It is
    recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or
    greater).  If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an
    unstable system or a system that is unable to start.
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    4
    Pin No. Definition
    1 GND
    2 GND
    3 +12V
    4 +12V
    201
    11
    10
    Pin No. Definition
    1 3.3V
    2 3.3V
    3 GND
    4 VCC
    5 GND
    6 VCC
    7 GND
    8 Power Good
    9 5V SB (stand by +5V)
    10 +12V
    11 3.3V
    12 -12V
    13 GND
    14 PS_ON(soft on/off)
    15 GND
    16 GND
    17 GND
    18 -5V
    19 +5V
    20 +5V 
    						
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    English3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)
    The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin power connector and
    possesses a foolproof connection design.
    Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire
    indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is the
    ground wire (GND).
    Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent system overheating and failure.
    Caution!
    Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure.
    SYS_FAN CPU_FAN
    1Pin No. Definition
    1 GND
    2 +12V
    3 Sense
    1
    5) FDD (FDD Connector)
    The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other end of the cable connects to the
    FDD drive. The types of FDD drives supported are: 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB.
    Before attaching the FDD cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector.
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    6) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector)
    An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one
    IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If
    you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other
    as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).
    Before attaching the IDE cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the IDE connector.
    7) SATA0 / SATA1 (Serial ATA Connector)
    Serial ATA can provide up to150MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA
    and install the proper driver in order to work properly.
    Pin No. Definition
    1 GND
    2 TXP
    3 TXN
    4 GND
    5 RXN
    6 RXP
    7 GND
    1
    7
    2 40
    1 39
    IDE2 IDE1 
    						
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