ASROCK 880GM-LE FX User manual

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880GM-LE FX
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published October 2011
Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic
substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations
passed by the California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in
California, USA, please follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate”
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ContentsContents
ContentsContents
Contents
1.1.
1.1.
1. IntroductionIntroduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction ........................................................................................................................
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1.1 Package Contents ..................................................................... 5
1.2 Specifications ........................................................................... 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................... 12
1.4 I/O Panel .................................................................................... 13
2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation ..........................................................................................................................
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Pre-installation Precautions ................................................................ 14
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 15
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ......................................... 15
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 16
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) ........................... 17
2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features ............................. 18
2.6 ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM Operation Guide ............................... 21
2.7 Jumpers Setup .......................................................................... 23
2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors ............................................. 24
2.9 SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide ................................................... 28
2.10 Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks
Installation ................................................................................. 29
2.11 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA / SATAII HDDs ....... 30
2.12 SATA / SATAII HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation Guide ....... 31
2.13 Driver Installation Guide ............................................................. 33
2.14 Installing Windows®7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP /
XP 64-bit With RAID Functions .................................................. 33
2.14.1 Installing Windows®XP / XP 64-bit With RAID
Functions .................................................................. 33
2.14.2 Installing Windows®7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM /
VistaTM 64-bit With RAID Functions ............................... 34
2.15 Installing Windows®7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP /
XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions ............................................. 35
2.15.1 Installing Windows®XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID
Functions ...................................................................... 35
2.15.2 Installing Windows®7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit
Without RAID Functions ................................................ 36
2.16 Untied Overclocking Technology ................................................ 37

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3.3.
3.3.
3. BIOS SBIOS S
BIOS SBIOS S
BIOS SETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITY ....................................................................................................
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3.1 Introduction ................................................................................ 38
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 38
3.1.2 Navigation Keys .............................................................. 39
3.2 Main Screen .............................................................................. 39
3.3 OC Tweaker Screen ................................................................... 40
3.4 Advanced Screen ....................................................................... 44
3.4.1 CPU Configuration ........................................................... 45
3.4.2 Chipset Configuration ...................................................... 46
3.4.3 ACPI Configuration .......................................................... 47
3.4.4 Storage Configuration ...................................................... 48
3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration ...................................................... 50
3.4.6 Floppy Configuration ........................................................ 51
3.4.7 Super IO Configuration .................................................... 51
3.4.8 USB Configuration ........................................................... 53
3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ................................. 54
3.6 Boot Screen .............................................................................. 55
3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration ............................................. 55
3.7 Security Screen ......................................................................... 56
3.8 Exit Screen ................................................................................ 57
4.4.
4.4.
4. Software SupportSoftware Support
Software SupportSoftware Support
Software Support ......................................................................................................
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4.1 Install Operating System ........................................................... 58
4.2 Support CD Information .............................................................. 58
4.2.1 Running Support CD ........................................................ 58
4.2.2 Drivers Menu ................................................................... 58
4.2.3 Utilities Menu .................................................................. 58
4.2.4 Contact Information .......................................................... 58

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1.1.
1.1.
1. IntroductionIntroduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock 880GM-LE FX motherboard, a reliable motherboard
produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent
performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and
endurance.
In this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step
guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to
BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be
updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without
notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated
version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You
may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website
as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit
our website for specific information about the model you are using.
www.asrock.com/support/index.asp
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ASRock 880GM-LE FX Motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.8-in, 24.4 cm x 19.8 cm)
ASRock 880GM-LE FX Quick Installation Guide
ASRock 880GM-LE FX Support CD
2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
1 x I/O Shield

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1.21.2
1.21.2
1.2 SpecificationsSpecifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Platform - MicroATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.8-in, 24.4 cm x 19.8 cm
- Solid Capacitor for CPU power
CPU - Support for Socket AM3+ processors
- Support for Socket AM3 processors: AMDPhenomTM II X6 /
X4 / X3 / X2 (except 920 / 940) /Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2 /
Sempron processors
- Supports 8-Core CPU
- SupportsAMDOverDriveTM withACC feature (Advanced
Clock Calibration)
- SupportsAMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology
- FSB 2600 MHz (5.2GT/s)
- Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 1)
- Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology
Chipset - Northbridge: AMD 880G
- Southbridge: AMD SB710
Memory - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 2)
- 2 xDDR3DIMM slots
- SupportDDR3 1800(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066/800 non-ECC,
un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 3)
- Max. capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 4)
Expansion Slot - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (blue @ x16 mode)
- 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot
- 2 x PCI slots
- SupportsAMDHybrid CrossFireXTM
Graphics - IntegratedAMD Radeon HD 4250 graphics
- DX10.1 class iGPU, Shader Modle 4.1
- Max. shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 5)
- Dual VGA Output: support DVI-D and D-Sub ports by
independent display controllers
- SupportsDVI with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 75Hz
- SupportsD-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536
@ 85Hz
- Supports HDCP function withDVI-D port
- Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVDplayback
with DVI-D port
Audio - 5.1 CH HDAudio (ALC662Audio Codec)
- Supports THX TruStudioTM

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LAN - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s
- Realtek RTL8111DL
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
- Supports PXE
Rear Panel I/O I/O Panel
- 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x D-Sub Port
- 1 x DVI-D Port
- 6 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED)
- HD Audio Jack: Line in/Front Speaker/Microphone
Connector - 6 x SATA2 3.0Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1,
RAID 10 and JBOD), NCQ, AHCI and “Hot Plug” functions
(see CAUTION 6)
- 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices)
- 1 x Floppy connector
- 1 x IR header
- 1 x Print port header
- 1 x COM port header
- CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector
- 24 pin ATX power connector
- 4 pin 12V power connector
- CD in header
- Front panel audio connector
- 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports)
BIOS Feature - 8Mb AMI BIOS
- AMI Legal BIOS
- Supports “Plug and Play”
- ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
- Supports jumperfree
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
- VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment
Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD
OverDriveTM Utility, AMD Live! Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink
MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink
DVD Suite - OEM and Trial; ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite -
OEM)
Unique Feature - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 7)
- ASRock Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 8)
- ASRock Instant Boot
- ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 9)

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WARNING
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting
the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the third-
party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even
cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at
your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by
overclocking.
CAUTION!
1. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read
“Untied Overclocking Technology” on page 37 for details.
2. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Before
you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to read
the installation guide of memory modules on page 16 for proper
installation.
3. Whether 1800/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on the
AM3/AM3+ CPU you adopt. If you want to adopt DDR3 1800/1600 memory
module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on
our website for the compatible memory modules.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
- ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 10)
- ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 11)
- ASRock SmartView (see CAUTION 12)
- ASRock XFast USB (see CAUTION 13)
- ASRock XFast LAN (see CAUTION 14)
- Hybrid Booster:
- CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 15)
- ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 16)
- Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.)
Hardware - CPU Temperature Sensing
Monitor - Chassis Temperature Sensing
- CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer
- CPU Quiet Fan
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
OS - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit /
XP / XP Media Center / XP 64-bit compliant
Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL
- ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
(see CAUTION 17)
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4. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be
less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows®7
/ VistaTM / XP. For Windows®OS with 64-bit CPU, there is no such
limitation.
5. The maximum shared memory size is defined by the chipset vendor
and is subject to change. Please check AMD website for the latest
information.
6. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the “SATAII
Hard Disk Setup Guide” on page 28 to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to
SATAII mode. You can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector
directly.
7. It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to surveil
your system by hardware monitor function and overclock your hardware
devices to get the best system performance under Windows®
environment. Please visit our website for the operation procedures of
ASRock OC Tuner. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com
8. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design,
Intelligent Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that delivers
unparalleled power savings. The voltage regulator can reduce the num-
ber of output phases to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle.
In other words, it is able to provide exceptional power saving and im-
prove power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. To
use Intelligent Energy Saver function, please enable Cool ‘n’ Quiet op-
tion in the BIOS setup in advance. Please visit our website for the opera-
tion procedures of Intelligent Energy Saver.
ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com
9. ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM.
This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update system BIOS
without entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®.
With this utility, you can press <F6> key during the POST or press <F2>
key to BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch
this tool and save the new BIOS file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk
or hard drive, then you can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without
preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility.
Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/
16/12 file system.
10. The software name itself – OC DNA literally tells you what it is capable
of. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by ASRock, provides a conve-
nient way for the user to record the OC settings and share with others.
It helps you to save your overclocking record under the operating sys-
tem and simplifies the complicated recording process of overclocking
settings. With OC DNA, you can save your OC settings as a profile and
share with your friends! Your friends then can load the OC profile to their
own system to get the same OC settings as yours! Please be noticed
that the OC profile can only be shared and worked on the same
motherboard.

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11. If you desire a faster, less restricted way of charging your Apple devices,
such as iPhone/iPod/iPad Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful
solution for you - ASRock APP Charger. Simply installing the APP Charger
driver, it makes your iPhone charged much quickly from your computer
and up to 40% faster than before. ASRock APP Charger allows you to
quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports
continuous charging when your PC enters into Standby mode (S1),
Suspend to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). With
APP Charger driver installed, you can easily enjoy the marvelous charg-
ing experience than ever.
ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp
12. SmartView, a new function of internet browser, is the smart start page
for IE that combines your most visited web sites, your history, your
Facebook friends and your real-time newsfeed into an enhanced view
for a more personal Internet experience. ASRock motherboards are
exclusively equipped with the SmartView utility that helps you keep in
touch with friends on-the-go. To use SmartView feature, please make
sure your OS version is Windows®7 / 7 64 bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64 bit,
and your browser version is IE8.
ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/SmartView/index.asp
13. ASRock XFast USB can boost USB storage device performance. The
performance may depend on the property of the device.
14. ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which includes
below benefits. LAN Application Prioritization: You can configure your
application priority ideally and/or add new programs. Lower Latency in
Game: After setting online game priority higher, it can lower the latency
in game. Traffic Shaping: You can watch Youtube HD video and down-
load files simultaneously. Real-Time Analysis of Your Data: With the
status window, you can easily recognize which data streams you are
currently transferring.
15. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recom-
mended to perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recom-
mended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system
or damage the CPU.
16. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the
motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it
back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal
grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC
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17. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by Euro-
pean Union to define the power consumption for the completed system.
According to EuP, the total AC power of the completed system shall be
under 1.00W in off mode condition. To meet EuP standard, an EuP ready
motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are required. According to
Intel’s suggestion, the EuP ready power supply must meet the standard of
5v standby power efficiency is higher than 50% under 100 mA current
consumption. For EuP ready power supply selection, we recommend you
checking with the power supply manufacturer for more details.

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1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout
Super
I/O
CMOS
BATTERY
ATXPWR1
SOCKET AM3
CD1
AMD
880G
Chipset
ATX12V1
PS2_USB_PW1
1
COM1
IDE1
FSB800
DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module)
DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module)
PCIE1
PCI1
PCI2
LAN
AUDIO
CODEC
1
CLRCMOS1
1
CPU_FAN1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
PANEL1
CHA_FAN1
SPEAKER1
1
FLOPPY1
HD_AUDIO1
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ErP/EuP Ready
24.4cm (9.6-in)
19.8cm (7.8-in)
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USB 2.0
T: USB0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
DVI_CON1
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
VGA1
8Mb
BIOS
SATAII_1
(
SATAI I_2 SATAII _3
PORT 0) (PORT 1) (PORT 2)
IR1
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Dual Channel
FSB2.6GHz
AMD
SB710
Chipset
USB 2.0
T:USB2
B: USB3
SATAII_4
(
SATAII_5 SATAII_6
PORT 3) (PORT 4) (PORT 5)
USB8_9
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USB6_7
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USB 2.0
T:USB4
B: USB5
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LPT1
PCIE2
880GM-LE FX
AM3+
HT3.0
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PWR_FAN1
Hybrid CrossFire
RoHS
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Support 8-Core CPU
Phenom II
1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 19 Primary SATAII Connector
2 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper (SATAII_1 (PORT 0))
3 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 20 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
4 AM3 CPU Socket 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue)
5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots 22 SPI Flash Memory (8Mb)
(Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1; Blue) 23 USB 2.0 Header (USB8_9, Blue)
6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 24 USB 2.0 Header (USB10_11, Blue)
7 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 25 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
8 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 26 Infrared Module Header (IR1)
9 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 27 Print Port Header (LPT1, White)
10 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 28 Front Panel Audio Header
11 Sixth SATAII Connector (SATAII_6 (PORT 5)) (HD_AUDIO1, White)
12 Fifth SATAII Connector (SATAII_5 (PORT 4)) 29 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
13 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4 (PORT 3)) 30 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2)
14 Southbridge Controller 31 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2; Blue)
15 Chassis Speaker Header 32 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1; White)
(SPEAKER 1, White) 33 Northbridge Controller
16 System Panel Header (PANEL1, White) 34 Serial Port Connector (COM1)
17 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT 2))
18 Secondary SATAII Connector (SATAII_2 (PORT 1))

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1.41.4
1.4 I/O PanelI/O Panel
I/O PanelI/O Panel
I/O Panel
1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 7 Microphone (Pink)
2 D-Sub Port 8 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
3 DVI-D Port 9 USB 2.0 Ports (USB45)
* 4 RJ-45 Port 10 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
5 Line In (Light Blue) 11 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
6 Front Speaker (Lime)
To enable Multi-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front
panel audio header. Please refer to below steps for the software setting of Multi-Streaming.
For Windows®XP:
After restarting your computer, you will find “Mixer” tool on your system. Please select “Mixer
ToolBox” , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click “ok”. Choose “2CH” or
“4CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA Primary output” to use Rear Speaker
and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to use front panel audio. Then
reboot your system.
For Windows®7 / VistaTM:
After restarting your computer, please double-click “Realtek HD Audio Manager” on the
system tray. Set “Speaker Configuration” to “Quadraphonic” or “Stereo”. Click “Device
advanced settings”, choose “Make front and rear output devices playbacks two different audio
streams simultaneously”, and click “ok”. Then reboot your system.
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LAN Port
ACT/LINK
LED SPEED
LED
* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED
indications.
LAN Port LED Indications
Activity/Link LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
Off No Link Off 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection
On Link Green 1Gbps connection

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2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation
This is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6-in x 7.8-in, 24.4 cm x 19.8 cm) motherboard.
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to en-
sure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard
components or change any motherboard settings.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the
power is switched off or the power cord is detached from the
power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static
electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or
the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a
safety grounded object before you handle components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded anti-
static pad or in the bag that comes with the component.
5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the motherboard
to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may
damage the motherboard.

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2.12.1
2.12.1
2.1 CPU InstallationCPU Installation
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
CPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90oangle.
Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU corner with
the golden triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle.
Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU
into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.
Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push
down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab
to indicate that it is locked.
2.22.2
2.22.2
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a
larger heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray
thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat
dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fas-
tened and in good contact with each other. Then connect the CPU fan to
the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 12, No. 6). For proper
installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan
and the heatsink.
STEP 1:
Lift Up The Socket Lever
STEP 2 / STEP 3:
Match The CPU Golden Triangle
To The Socket Corner Small
Triangle
STEP 4:
Push Down And Lock
The Socket Lever
Lever 90° Up
CPU Golden Triangle
Socker Corner Small Triangle

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2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
880GM-LE FX motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM
slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration,
you always need to install two identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type)
memory modules in the DDR3 DIMM slots to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology.
Otherwise, it will operate at single channel mode.
1. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into
DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
2. If you install only one memory module or two non-identical memory
modules, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory
Technology.
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward.
Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break
on the slot.
The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent
damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the
slot at incorrect orientation.
Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
notch
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
There are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIEslots:
PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot; White) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane
width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot; Blue) is used for PCI Express cards with x16
lane width graphics cards.
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
Step 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 4. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

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2. If you have installed onboard VGA driver from our support CD to your system
already, you can freely enjoy the benefits of dual monitor function after your
system boots. If you haven’t installed onboard VGA driver yet, please install
onboard VGA driver from our support CD to your system and restart your
computer. Then you can start to use dual monitor function on this motherboard.
When you playback HDCP-protected video from Blu-ray (BD) or
HD-DVD disc, the content will be displayed only in one of the two
monitors instead of both monitors.
2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features
2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features
2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features
Dual Monitor Feature
This motherboard supports dual monitor feature. With the internal dual VGA output
support (DVI-D and D-Sub), you can easily enjoy the benefits of dual monitor feature
without installing any add-on VGA card to this motherboard. This motherboard also
provides independent display controllers for DVI-D and D-Sub to support dual VGA
output so that DVI-D and D-sub can drive same or different display contents.
To enable dual monitor feature, please follow the below steps:
1. Connect the DVI-D monitor cable to the DVI-D port on the I/O panel. And connect
the D-Sub monitor cable to the D-Sub port on the I/O panel.
Surround Display Feature
This motherboard supports surround display upgrade. With the internal dual VGA
output support (DVI-D and D-Sub) and the external add-on PCI Express VGA card,
you can easily enjoy the benefits of surround display feature.
Please refer to the following steps to set up a surround display environment:
1. Install the ATITM PCI Express VGA card on PCIE2 slot. Please refer to page 17 for
proper expansion card installation procedures for details.
2. Connect the DVI-D monitor cable to the DVI-D port on the I/O panel. And connect
the D-Sub monitor cable to the D-Sub port on the I/O panel. Connect the other
DVI-D monitor cable and D-Sub monitor cable to the corresponding connectors of
the add-on PCI Express VGA card on PCIE2 slot.
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3. Boot your system. Press <F2> or <Del> to enter BIOS setup. Enter “Share
Memory” option to adjust the memory capability to [32MB], [64MB], [128MB]
[256MB] or [512MB] to enable the function of D-sub. Please make sure that the
value you select is less than the total capability of the system memory. If you do
not adjust the BIOS setup, the default value of “Share Memory”, [Auto], will disable
D-Sub function when the add-on VGA card is inserted to this motherboard.
4. Install the onboard VGA driver and the add-on PCI Express VGA card driver to
your system. If you have installed the drivers already, there is no need to install
them again.
5. Set up a multi-monitor display.
For Windows®XP / XP 64-bit OS:
Right click the desktop, choose “Properties”, and select the “Settings” tab
so that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-monitor according to the
steps below.
A. Click the “Identify” button to display a large number on each monitor.
B. Right-click the display icon in the Display Properties dialog that you wish
to be your primary monitor, and then select “Primary”. When you use
multiple monitors with your card, one monitor will always be Primary,
and all additional monitors will be designated as Secondary.
C. Select the display icon identified by the number 2.
D. Click “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor”.
E. Right-click the display icon and select “Attached”, if necessary.
F. Set the “Screen Resolution” and “Color Quality” as appropriate for the
second monitor. Click “Apply” or “OK” to apply these new values.
G. Repeat steps C through E for the diaplay icon identified by the number
one, two, three and four.
For Windows®7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS:
Right click the desktop, choose “Personalize”, and select the “Display
Settings” tab so that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-monitor
according to the steps below.
A. Click the number ”2” icon.
B. Click the items “This is my main monitor” and “Extend the desktop onto
this monitor”.
C. Click “OK” to save your change.
D. Repeat steps A through C for the display icon identified by the number
three and four.
6. Use Surround Display. Click and drag the display icons to positions representing
the physical setup of your monitors that you would like to use. The placement
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HDCP Function
HDCP function is supported on this motherboard. To use HDCP function
with this motherboard, you need to adopt the monitor that supports
HDCP function as well. Therefore, you can enjoy the superior display
quality with high-definition HDCP encryption contents. Please refer to
below instruction for more details about HDCP function.
What is HDCP?
HDCP stands for High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection, a
specification developed by Intel®for protecting digital entertainment
content that uses the DVI interface. HDCP is a copy protection
scheme to eliminate the possibility of intercepting digital data
midstream between the video source, or transmitter - such as a
computer, DVD player or set-top box - and the digital display, or
receiver - such as a monitor, television or projector. In other words,
HDCP specification is designed to protect the integrity of content as it
is being transmitted.
Products compatible with the HDCP scheme such as DVD players,
satellite and cable HDTV set-top-boxes, as well as few entertain-
ment PCs requires a secure connection to a compliant display. Due
to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP in their equipment,
it is highly recommended that the HDTV or LCD monitor you purchase
is compatible.