Albatron KX520LE User manual

KX520LE
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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of 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 installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
CE Mark
The device is in accordance with 89/336 ECC-ENC Directive.
Ver: EG100

KX520LE
nVIDIA®nForce 520LE
Supports Socket AM2
AMD®AthlonTM 64 FX/ AthlonTM 64 x2 Dual-Core/
AthlonTM 64/ SempronTM Processor
User Manual
Dimensions (Micro-ATX Form-Factor):
z195 mm x 295 mm ( W x L )
Operating System:
zWindows®Vista/ XP/ 2000

Attention- Im
p
ortant Information
Follow the procedures below…
Troubleshooting Tips
Refer to other sections in this manual…
Things You Should Know
0The images and pictures in this manual are for reference only and may vary from the
product you received depending on specific hardware models, third party components
and software versions.
0This mainboard contains very delicate IC chips. Always use a grounded wrist strap
when working with the system.
0Do not touch any IC chip, lead, connector or other components.
0Always unplug the AC power when you install or remove any device on the mainboard
or when confuguring pins and switches.
Packing List
KX520LE mainboard
IDE Cable
I/O Bracket
Serial ATA Cable
Mainboard Setup Driver & User Manual CD
Mainboard Quick Installation Guide
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1. GETTING STARTED ..................................................................1
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATION ....................................................................................................... 2
CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................... 5
Layout of KX520LE........................................................................................ 5
HARDWARE INSTALLATION ................................................................................... 6
CPU Processor Installation.............................................................................. 6
Memory Installation: DIMM1/2/3/4................................................................ 7
Back Panel Configuration................................................................................ 9
Connectors..................................................................................................... 11
Front Panel Headers: JW_FP, PWRLED, SPEAK ........................................ 12
Headers & Jumpers........................................................................................ 13
Audio Configuration...................................................................................... 15
Slots ............................................................................................................... 16
Power Supply Attachments............................................................................ 17
CHAPTER 2. BIOS SETUP............................................................................ 18
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................... 18
KEY FUNCTION..................................................................................................... 18
MAIN MENU ......................................................................................................... 19
CHAPTER 3: SOFTWARE SETUP ............................................................... 21
SOFTWARE LIST ................................................................................................... 21
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ................................................................................... 21
CHAPTER 4: TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................ 25
APPENDIX I: 8/6/4/2 CHANNEL AUDIO EFFECT SETUP......................................... 28
APPENDIX II: RAID SETUP................................................................................... 29

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Chapter 1. Getting Started
Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the KX520LE Mainboard. It is based on the nVIDIA®nForce
520LE chipset. The mainboard supports the AMD AthlonTM 64 FX/ AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core/
AthlonTM 64/ SempronTM Processor with FSB (Front Side Bus) frequencies of 1000 MHz (2000
MT/s).
The KX520LE provides four DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Modules) sockets and which with Dual
Channel Technology supported. The sockets allow you to install 240-pin, non-ECC &
unbuffered DDR II 800/ DDR II 667/ DDR II 533 SDRAM, and support a total memory capacity
of 8 GB.
This mainboard provides one PCI-E x16 slot for use with a graphics card, and three PCI slots
for expansion cards which the PCI interface compatible. In addition, one PCI-E x1 slot is
provided by the mainboard for use with an expansion card which the PCI-E x1 interface
compatible.
The KX520LE provides one floppy disk drive connector that can be used with 360KB/ 720KB/
1.2MB/ 1.44MB/ 2.88MB drive. It also has one IDE connector for hard drives supporting Ultra
ATA 133/ 100/ 66/ 33 IDE devices. Moreover, this mainboard comes with Serial ATA II support
with two SATA II connectors which provide up to 3 Gbps data transfer rates and also support
RAID 0/ 1 mode <See Appendix II>.
The onboard High Definition Audio CODEC (ALC883) supports 8/6/4/2 channel audio play
<See Appendix I>.
The KX520LE also comes with an onboard 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN. There is a LAN
port on the back panel of your case that you can directly plug into an internet cable.
In addition, there are maximal eight USB2.0/ 1.1 ports which can be set up on this mainboard.
All the information (including hardware installation and software installation) in this manual are
for reference only. The contents in this manual may be updated without notice. The company
will not assume any responsibility for any errors or mistakes within.

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Specification
CPU:
zSupports Socket AM2
zSupports AMD AthlonTM 64 FX/ AthlonTM 64 x2 Dual-Core/ AthlonTM 64/ SempronTM
Processor
zSupports Hyper-TransportTM Link Technology
zSupports 1000 MHz (2000MT/s) FSB (Front Side Bus) Frequencies
Chipset:
zChipset – nVIDIA®nForce 520LE
zI/O Controller – Fintek®F71882FG
zHD Aduio Codec – Realtek®ALC883
zGbit LAN Controller – Realtek®RTL8110SC 10/100/1000 LAN
Memory:
zFour DIMM sockets with Dual Channel Technology supported
zSupports a total memory capacity of 8 GB
zSupports to use the 240-pin, non-ECC & unbuffered DDR II 800/ 667/ 533 SDRAM
Slots:
zTwo PCI-Express slots for graphics cards and expansion cards:
1. PCI-E x16 slot: Supports up to x16 mode with 4 GB/s one-way bandwidth
2. PCI-E x1 slot: Supports up to x16 mode with 250 MB/s one-way bandwidth
zThree PCI slots with 133 MB/s one-way bandwidth per channel for expansion cards
FDC Connector:
zOne floppy disk drive connector supporting up to two FDD
zSupports 360KB/ 720KB/ 1.2MB/ 1.44MB/ 2.88MB

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Onboard IDE Connector:
zOne IDE connector that support up to two IDE devices
zSupports Ultra ATA 133/ 100/ 66/ 33
zSupports high capacity hard disk drives
Serial ATA II Connector:
zTwo SATA II connectors that support up to two SATA II HDDs
zSupports SATA 2.0 specification which provides 3 Gb/s transfer rate
zSupports RAID 0/ 1 mode
I/O facility Connectors:
zOne PS/2 mouse port and one PS/2 keyboard port
zSupports one parallel port（PARALLEL）header and one serial port（COM1）header
with external devices connected
Universal Serial Bus:
zFour onboard USB 2.0/ 1.1 ports
zTwo front USB header comes with this mainboard supporting four additional USB
ports to be set
zSupports a maximum of eight USB 2.0/ 1.1 ports for compliant devices
Onboard High Definition Audio CODEC (ALC883):
zHigh performance Codec with high S/N ratio (>90 db)
zSupports 8/6/4/2 channel playback capability
zSupports jack sensing and re-tasking function
zBuilt-in Dolby Digital Live Technology
Onboard LAN Chip:
zSupports 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN

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BIOS:
zPhoenix-Award™ BIOS
zSupports APM 1.2
zSupports ACPI 2.0 power management
Green Function:
zSupports Phoenix-Award™ BIOS power management function
zSupports system-wake-from-power-saving-mode by keyboard or mouse touching
Shadow RAM:
zIntegrated memory controller provides shadow RAM functionality and supports ROM
BIOS
Flash Memory:
zSupports flash memory functionality
zSupports ESCD functionality
Hardware Monitor Function:
zMonitors CPU/ Chassis Fan Speed
zMonitors CPU and system temperatures
zMonitors system voltages

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Configuration
Layout of KX520LE

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Hardware Installation
This section will assist you in quickly installing your system hardware. Wear a wrist ground strap
before handling components. Electrostatic discharge may damage your system components.
CPU Processor Installation
This mainboard supports AMD AthlonTM 64 FX/ AthlonTM 64 x2 Dual-Core/ AthlonTM 64/
SempronTM processor and uses a Socket AM2. Before building your system, we suggest you
visit the AMD website and review the processor installation procedures. http://www.amd.com
CPU Socket AM2 Configuration Steps:
1. Locate the CPU socket on your mainboard and nudge the locking lever away from the
socket. Then lift the lever to a 90-degree angle.
2. On the socket, locate the corner which has the “diagonally cut-corner” on the rectangular
shaped pattern of pinholes (see diagram below-left). Match that corner with the “gold
triangle” on the CPU (see diagram below-right) and lower the CPU onto the socket. The
bottom of the CPU should be flush with the face of the socket.
3. Lower the lever until it snaps back into position. This will lock down the CPU.
4. Smear thermal grease on top of the CPU. Lower the CPU fan onto the CPU and use the
clasps on the fan to attach it to the socket. Finally, extend the power cable from the fan and
insert it onto the “CPUFAN” adapter.
Attention
DO NOT touch the CPU pins in case they are damaged. Also, make sure
that you have completed all installation steps before powered on the
system. Finally, double-check that the cooling fan is properly installed and
the CPU fan power cord is securely attached, in case your CPU and other
sensitive components are damaged because of high temperatures.

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CPUFAN SYSFAN1/ SYSFAN2
FAN Headers: CPUFAN, SYSFAN1, SYSFAN2
There are three fan headers available for cooling fans. The cooling fans play an important role
in maintaining ambient temperatures in your system. The CPUFAN header is attached with a
CPU cooling fan. The SYSFAN1 and SYSFAN2 headers are attached with other cooling fans.
Memory Installation: DIMM1/2/3/4
The KX520LE provides four DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Modules) sockets with Dual Channel
Technology supported. The sockets allow you to install 240-pin, non-ECC & unbuffered DDR II
800/ DDR II 667/ DDR II 533 SDRAM, and support to install a total memory capacity of 8GB.
Attention
You can avoid damaging your CPU due to high temperatures with
proper cooling equipment. It is recommended that attach a cooling fan
on top of your CPU. Use the CPUFAN header to attach the fan cord.
On most fan power cord, the black wire of the fan cable is the “ground”
and should be attached to pin-1 of the header.
A
ttention
It is recommended that to install memories which are identical
specifications (same timing specifications and same DDR II speed) to
achieve the best effects. It may cause the failure of power-on or lower
memory speed if installing different type, SPD (series presence detects)
memories.

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How to Enable Dual-Channel functionality:
1. This mainboard provides Dual-Channel functionality for the four DIMM sockets. Enabling
Dual-Channel will significantly increase your data access rate than the before. DIMM1
and DIMM2 share one channel, and DIMM3 and DIMM4 share another channel.
2. To enable Dual-Channel, you need to install memories in different channels of DIMM
sockets. According to the definition by Intel, once one channel of the memory capacity is
the same with the other channel, the Dual-Channel will be enabled then.
3. For example, if you install one 256 MB memory in DIMM1 and another in DIMM2 (256MB
x 2 = 512MB), you must install a total of 512 MB memory in DIMM3 or DIMM4, so that the
Dual-Channel can be enabled.
4. If you only need to install one memory, it is recommended to install it in DIMM1 or
DIMM3.
Memory Installation Steps:
1. Pull the white plastic tabs at both ends of the slot away from the slot.
2. Match the notch on the RAM module with the corresponding pattern in the DIMM slot.
This will ensure that the module will be inserted with the proper orientation.
3. Lower the RAM module into the DIMM Slot and press firmly using both thumbs until the
module snaps into place.

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4. Repeat steps 1, 2 & 3 for the remaining RAM modules.
Back Panel Configuration
PS/2 Mouse & PS/2 Keyboard Ports: KB/MS
This mainboard provides a standard PS/2 mouse port and a PS/2 keyboard port. The pin
assignments are described below.
USB & LAN Ports: USB1, USB/LAN2
There are four onboard USB 2.0/ 1.1 ports on the back panel. These USB ports are used to
attach with USB devices, such as keyboard, mice and other USB supported devices. There is
also one 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN port available for you to attach an Internet cable.
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Audio Ports: SOUND
This mainboard provides six HD Audio ports for 8/6/4/2 channel playback capability. With jack
sensing, auto detecting and adjusting, the device will make it easier to Plug and Play for you.
Line-In (blue)
This port is for audio input and connects to external audio devices such as CD player, tape
player or other audio devices when the 8/6/4/2 channel audio effects driver is enabled.
Line-Out (green)
This port is an output audio port used for connecting to speakers or a headset. A dual channel
audio system is to provide basic audio functionality. When the 8/6/4/2 channel audio system is
enabled, this port will output audio for the front speakers.
Mic-In (pink)
This port is for connecting to a microphone. When the 8/6/4/2 channel audio system is enabled,
this port will be the input of your microphone.
Rear Surround-out（orange）
This port is only functional for the output of the surround sound rear speakers when the 8/6/4/2
channel audio driver is installed and enabled.
Center/ Subwoofer-out（black）
This port connects with the center/ subwoofer speakers. It will be functional when the 8/6
channel audio system is driven for center/ subwoofer output.
Side Surround-out（gray）
This port will be effective for the output of side surround speakers when the 8 channel audio
system is set.
This mainboard supports multi-channel audio system which allows you to
transform your 2 speaker audio system into 8/ 6/ 4 speaker audio system.
See A
pp
endix I for more information.

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Connectors
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD
The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector (FDD) that supports 360KB/
720KB/ 1.2MB/ 1.44MB/ 2.88 MB floppy disk drives using a FDD ribbon cable.
Hard Disk Drive Connectors: IDE1
The mainboard provides one IDE connector that supports Ultra ATA 133/ 100/ 66/ 33 IDE
devices. You can attach a maximum of two IDE devices, such as hard disk drive (HDD),
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, etc. using IDE ribbon cables.
In general, two IDE devices can be attached onto one IDE connector. If you attach two IDE
HDDs, you must configure one drive as the master and the other one as the slave.
Serial ATA II Connector: SATA1/2
The two SATA II connectors support up to 3 Gbps data transfer rates,
and one SATA connector only can attach one SATA HDD of each
time using SATA cables.
This mainboard supports RAID 0/ 1 mode; refer Appendix II for more
information.
Attention
The FDD/ IDE cable is designed and should be attached with a
specific direction. One edge of the cable will usually in color such
as red, to indicate that should line up with the header pin-1.

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Front Panel Headers: JW_FP, PWRLED, SPEAK
JW_FP
Pin Assignment Function Pin Assignment Function
1 VCC5 (+) 2 VCC5 (+)
3 HDDLE (-)
Hard Drive LED
(HDLED) 4 PWRLED (-)
2-pin Power LED
(PWR LED)
5 GND 6 PWRBTN
7 RSTSW 8 GND
Power-on Button
(PWRBTN)
9 N/A
Reset Switch
(RESET) 10 Key
Hard Drive LED Header: HDLED
If your case front panel has a hard drive LED cable, attach it to this header. The LED will flicker
when there is hard disk drive activity.
Reset Switch Header: RESET
This header can be attached to a momentary SPST switch (reset button) cable on your case
front panel. The switch is normally left open. When the switch closed, it will cause the
mainboard to reset and run the POST (Power-On Self Test).
Power-on Switch Header: PWRBTN
This header can be attached to a power switch cable on your case front panel. You can turn
your system on or off by pressing the button attached to this power switch cable.
2-pin Power LED Header: PWR LED
The mainboard provides a 2-pin power LED header. If there is a 2-pin power LED cord on your
case front panel, you can attach it to the 2-pin power LED header. Then the power LED will
illuminate while the system is powered on.
3-pin Power LED Header: PWRLED
The mainboard also provides a 3-pin power LED header. If there is a 3-pin power LED cord on
your case front panel, you can attach it to this 3-pin header instead of attach to the 2-pin one on
the SW/LED header.
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 PWR_LED (+) 2 Key
PWRLED
3 PWR_LED (-)

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Speaker Header: SPEAK
A speaker cable on your case front panel can be attached to this header. When you reboot the
computer, this speaker will issue a short audible (beep). If there are problems during the Power
On Self-Test, the system will issue an irregular pattern of audible beeps through this speaker.
Headers & Jumpers
Serial Interface Header: COM1
This mainboard provides one COM1 header for you to connect an
external serial connector on the back panel of your case. Attaching the
serial connector by a cable (Optional) onto this header, then you can
use the serial connector to attach with a mic, modem or other peripheral
device.
Front USB Headers: USB1/3
This mainboard provides four onboard USB 1.1/2.0 ports (back panel) that attach to USB
devices. There are two additional USB headers that can be connected by cables to four more
USB ports on the front panel of your case giving you a possible eight USB ports.
Printer Interface Header: PARALLEL (Optional)
This mainboard provides a PARALLEL header for you connecting an additional printer
connector on your case back panel. Attach the cable of printer connector (Optional) onto this
header, and then you can use the printer connector connecting with a printer.
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 SPK 2 N/A
SPEAK 3 Ground 4 VCC5
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 VCC 2 VCC
3 -DATA 4 -DATA
5 +DATA 6 +DATA
7 GND 8 GND
USB1/3
9 Key 10 N/A
Attention
If you are using a USB 2.0 device with Windows 2000/XP, you will need
to install the USB 2.0 driver from the Microsoft®website. If you are using
Service pack 1 (or later) for Windows®XP, and using Service pack4 (or
later) for Windows®2000, you will not have to install the driver.

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USB Power On function Header: JP2
USB devices attached to the back panel USB ports can awaken the system from sleep mode.
In order to enable this functionality, you must adjust the jumper caps on JP2 header for +5V or
+5VSB mode depending on which USB port that the USB device is attached to.
JP2 Assignment Assignment
Pin 1-2 Closed +5V USB Power On Disable (Default)
Pin 2-3 Closed +5VSB USB Power On Enabled
Note: Close stands for putting a jumper cap onto two header pins.
Keyboard/Mouse & USB Power On function Header: JP1
PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse attached to the back panel can awaken the system from sleep
mode. In order to enable this functionality, you must adjust the jumper caps on JP1 header as
the table below.
JP1 Assignment
1
Pin 1-2 Closed
KB/MS & USB Power ON Disable (Default)
1
Pin 2-3 Closed
KB/MS & USB Power ON Enabled
Note: Close stands for putting a jumper cap onto two header pins.
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT
The “Clear CMOS” function is used when you are unable boot your system and need to reset
the BIOS settings (CMOS settings) back to the manufacturer’s original settings. This is also a
way to reset the system password if you have forgotten it.
JBAT Assignment
Pin 1-2 Closed Normal (Default)
Pin 2-3 Closed Clear CMOS Data
Note: Close stands for putting a jumper cap onto two header pins.

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1. Turn off your system and disconnect the AC power cable.
2. Set JBAT header to OFF (2-3 Closed).
3. Wait several seconds.
4. Set JBAT header to ON (1-2 closed).
5. Connect the AC power cable and turn on your system.
6. Reset your new password.
Audio Configuration
CD-ROM Audio-In Connector: CDIN
The CD-IN connector is used to attach an audio cable to audio devices such as CD-ROMs,
DVD-ROMs etc.
Front Panel Audio Header: AUDIO
If your case front panel has audio ports, you can connect them to the Front Audio Header of this
mainboard. Therefore, you can use both the front audio panel and back panel audio
simultaneously.
AUDIO
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 AUD_MIC 2 AUD_GND
3 AUD MIC BIAS 4 AUD_VCC
5 AUD_FPOUT_R 6 AUD_RET_R
7 HP_ON 8 N/A
9 AUD_FPOUT_L 10 AUD_RET_L
The following steps explain how to reset your CMOS
configurations when you forgot a system password.

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Slots
PCI-Express x16 Interface slot: PE2
The PE2 slot is the PCI-Express x16 interface slot which can be supported up to x16 mode. It
is recommended that you insert a graphics card onto the PE2 slot which the interface is
capable for PCI-E x16 specification.
PCI-Express x1 Interface slots: PE1
The PE1 slot is the PCI-Express x1 interface slots which can be supported up to x1 mode. You
can insert an expansion card which the interface is capable for PCI-E x1 specification onto
these slots.
PCI Interface Slots: PCI1/2/3
PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect, which is a bus standard for installing
expansion cards such as network card, SCSI card, etc. to these PCI slots.