PCI Express x1 slots 4. USB 2. Lan Port with LEDs to indicate status. Page Hardware Installation Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard Installing the CPU Installing the CPU fan Installing the memory Installing the motherboard Connecting cables and setting switches Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions.
Follow the instruction that came with you fan assembly. Be sure that the fan orientation is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. Page Installing The Motherboard Installing and Configuring the NVIDIA nForce i Ultra Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis you are using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty chassis. Determine if it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard and then make all the connections.
Make sure you have enough power to cover all the expansion cards you will be installing. To determine what you power requirements are for your specific configuration, refer to www. Align the pins to the connector and press firmly until seated. Backpanel connector edge. Connect a four-pin power plug to pins 3, 4, 7, and 8. The motherboard also contains two pin internal header connectors onboard that can be used to connect an optional external bracket containing four 4 more USB 2.
The front Audio supports re-tasking function. Table 4. For a full list of PCI Express x16 graphics card supported by this motherboard, go to www. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Correctly setting the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance. Power on the computer, 2. Use keys to scroll through dates and times. This field changes to correspond to the date you enter. None There is no HDD installed or set.
Auto The system can auto-detect the hard disk when booting up. Page Memory All, But Diskette The system boot does not stop for a diskette error but will stop for all other errors. Use the Page Up Page Down keys to scroll through the options or press to display the sub-menu. Use the arrow keys to position the Enter selector in the option you choose.
Press Enter to see the list of removable devices in your system. Use the arrow keys to go to the various devices. It is strongly recommended that you use an 8-pin ATX 12V power supply; The motherboard also contains two pin internal header connectors onboard that can be used to connect an optional external bracket containing four 4 more USB 2. Both fans are automatically turned off after the system enters S3, S4 and S5 mode. For a full list of PCI Express x16 graphics card supported by this motherboard, go to www.
Figure 4. Page 39 Hardware Installation 2. Return the jumper setting to normal pins 2 and 3. Together with the jumper cap. Turn the AC power supply back on. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Correctly setting the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance.
Power on the computer, 2. Page Figure 5. System Monitor Use this menu to monitor the real-time system status of your PC, including temperature, voltages, and fan speed. Use the Page Up or press to display the sub-menu. Use the Page Up and times. Note that the weekday Sun through Sat cannot be changed. This field changes to correspond to the date you enter. Note that the hour value is shown in a hour clock format. None There is no HDD installed or set.
Auto The system can auto-detect the hard disk when booting up. Drive A option allows you to select the kind of FDD to install.
No Errors ystem boot does not stop for any detected errors. All, But Keyboard System boot does not stop for keyboard errors, but does stop for all other errors. Use the the options or press arrow keys to position the selector in the option you choose. To go Press to see the list of removable devices in your system. Use Enter arrow keys to go to the various devices.
Then use the keys to move the device priority up or down in the list. Use the Enter to position the selector in the option you choose. Quick Power On Self Test Enabling this option allows the system to skip certain test while booting, which reduces the time needed to boot the system. From this menu, Enter you are able to specify frequency settings, HT multipliers, and Spread Spectrum settings. Note that in Figure 9, all of the options are listed.
FSB Reference Clock. MHz This value is set by the system value cannot be changed by the user. The options are: Auto This is the optimal setting since it sets the FSB and memory speeds automatically.
Use this Enter menu to set optimal timings or to manually enter timings. Page Figure The options are Fast, Medium, Slow, and Disable. Versions that can be selected Enabled [V1. Page Init Display First Figure Page Windows Xp Drivers Install When installing the graphics drivers, the resolution defaults to the lowest setting typically x , making your display very large.
Adjust accordingly. Note: If you have multiple graphics cards installed, you will be asked multiple times for all events once the drivers are installed. Page Nvidia Monitor Figure Page Nvidia Ntune 5. The NVIDIA nTune program is a full-featured application for accessing, monitoring, and adjusting your system components including bus speeds and voltages with clear, user-friendly control panels. NVIDIA and the board manufacturer are not responsible for damage that may occur when component tolerances are exceeded.
Packaging Branded with the familiar green and white packaging the board will stand out on the shelves to enthusiasts who know and trust XFX. Inside the packaging compartmentalises everything to keep the mainboard nice and safe and, there's a fair amount of padding in there too. There shouldn't be any trouble with those pesky couriers then! Nice to see XFX going to the little bit more care with rounded cables though.
The one main gripe I have is that a full hard-copy of the manual is not included. I feel this is essential with any motherboard and is an omission likely to get XFX more returns without one. Let's take a focus on the board itself Thats pretty cool, i went for evga i though, by the way your link to the forums on the review is dead.
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