ASROCK ALIVESATA2-GLAN User manual

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ALiveSATA2-GLAN
User Manual
Version 1.4
Published February 2007
Copyright©2007 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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Copyright Notice:Copyright Notice:
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Disclaimer:Disclaimer:
Disclaimer:Disclaimer:
Disclaimer:
Specifications and information contained in this manual are furnished for informa-
tional use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed
as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors or
omissions that may appear in this manual.
With respect to the contents of this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of
any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warran-
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any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for
loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like),
even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any
defect or error in the manual or product.
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 Minimum Hardware Requirement Table for Windows®VistaTM
Premium 2007 and Basic Logo ................................................. 9
1.4 Motherboard Layout ................................................................. 10
1.5 HD8CHI/OPanel....................................................................... 11
2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation ............................................................................................................................
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Pre-installation Precautions ............................................................... 12
2.1 CPUInstallation ......................................................................... 13
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ....................................... 13
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM).................................... 14
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCIE Slots) .............................................. 16
2.5 Jumpers Setup.......................................................................... 17
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors.......................................... 18
2.7 HDMI_SPDIF Header ConnectionGuide.................................... 22
2.8 SATAII HardDisk SetupGuide .................................................. 23
2.9 SerialATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks Installation
.................................................................................................. 24
2.10 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA / SATAII HDDs .... 24
2.11 Driver Installation Guide ............................................................ 25
2.12 Installing Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM /
VistaTM 64-bit With RAID Functions .......................................... 25
2.12.1 Installing Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit With RAID
Functions...................................................................... 25
2.12.2 Installing Windows®VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit With RAID
Functions...................................................................... 27
2.13 Installing Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM /
VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions ..................................... 28
2.13.1 Installing Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID
Functions...................................................................... 28
2.13.2 Installing Windows®VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID
Functions...................................................................... 29
2.14 Untied Overclocking Technology.............................................. 29
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 ............................................................................... 30
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 30
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................. 31
3.2 Main Screen.............................................................................. 31

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3.3 Advanced Screen .................................................................... 32
3.3.1 CPU Configuration .......................................................... 32
3.3.2 Chipset Configuration..................................................... 35
3.3.3 ACPI Configuration ......................................................... 37
3.3.4 IDE Configuration ............................................................ 38
3.3.5 PCIPnPConfiguration ...................................................... 41
3.3.6 Floppy Configuration ...................................................... 41
3.3.7 Super IO Configuration................................................... 42
3.3.8 USB Configuration .......................................................... 43
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ............................. 44
3.5 Boot Screen.............................................................................. 44
3.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration ........................................... 45
3.6 Security Screen........................................................................ 45
3.7 Exit Screen ............................................................................... 46
4.4.
4.4.
4. Software SupportSoftware Support
Software SupportSoftware Support
Software Support ......................................................................................................
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4.1 Install Operating System........................................................... 47
4.2 Support CD Information............................................................. 47
4.2.1 Running Support CD....................................................... 47
4.2.2 Drivers Menu .................................................................. 47
4.2.3 Utilities Menu ................................................................... 47
4.2.4 Contact Information ........................................................ 47

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1.1.
1.1.
1. IntroductionIntroduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock ALiveSATA2-GLAN motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It de-
livers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commit-
ment 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
1.11.1
1.11.1
1.1 Package ContentsPackage Contents
Package ContentsPackage Contents
Package Contents
1 x ASRock ALiveSATA2-GLAN Motherboard
(ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.0-in, 30.5 cm x 20.3 cm)
1 x ASRock ALiveSATA2-GLAN Quick Installation Guide
1 x ASRock ALiveSATA2-GLAN Support CD
1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor)
1 x 3.5-in Floppy Drive Ribbon Cable
1 x SerialATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional)
1 x SerialATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
1 x HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional)
1 x HD 8CH I/O Shield

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1.21.2
1.2 SpecificationsSpecifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Platform - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.0-in, 30.5 cm x 20.3 cm
CPU - Socket AM2 forAMDAthlonTM 64FX / 64X2 / 64 and Sempron
processors
-AMD LIVE!TM Ready
- Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology
- FSB 1000 MHz (2.0 GT/s)
- Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 1)
- Supports Hyper-Transport Technology
Chipset - Northbridge: VIA® K8T890 CF
- Southbridge: VIA®VT8237A
Memory -Dual Channel DDRII Memory Technology (see CAUTION 2)
- 4 xDDRIIDIMM slots
- SupportDDRII800/667/533
- Max. capacity: 8GB (see CAUTION 3)
Hybrid Booster - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 4)
-ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 5)
- Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.)
- ASRock AM2 Boost:ASRock Patented Technology to boost
memory performance up to 12.5% (see CAUTION 6)
Expansion Slot - 3 x PCI slots
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot
- 2 x PCI Express x1 slots
Audio - 7.1 CH Windows® VistaTM Premium Level HDAudio
(ALC888 Audio Codec)
LAN - PCIE x1Gigabit LAN10/100/1000 Mb/s
- Realtek RTL8111B
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
Rear Panel I/O HD8CHI/O
- 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x Serial Port: COM1
- 1 x Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support)
- 4 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 Port
- HDAudio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/
Line in/Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 7)
Connector - 2 x Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s connectors by VIA®VT8237A,
support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD) and “Hot Plug”
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- 2 x SATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors by JMicron®JMB 363 (PCIE x1
interface), support RAID (RAID0, RAID 1, JBOD),NCQ, AHCI
and “Hot Plug” functions (see CAUTION 8)
- 2 x ATA133 IDE connectors (support 4 x IDE devices)
- 1 x Floppy connector
- 1 x IR header
- 1 x Game header
- 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header
- CPU/Chassis FANconnector
- 20 pin ATX power connector
- 4 pin 12V power connector
- CD in header
- Front panel audio connector
- 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
(see CAUTION 9)
BIOS Feature - 4MbAMI BIOS
-AMI Legal BIOS
- Supports “Plug and Play”
-ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
- Supports jumperfree
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version)
Hardware - CPU Internal Temperature Sensing
Monitor - CPU Ambient Temperature Sensing
- Chassis Temperature Sensing
- CPU FanTachometer
- Chassis Fan Tachometer
- CPU Quiet Fan
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
OS - Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/XP 64-bit/VistaTM / VistaTM
64-bit compliant (see CAUTION 10)
Certifications - FCC, CE, Microsoft®WHQL Certificated
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.

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CAUTION!
1. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read “Un-
tied Overclocking Technology” on page 29 for details.
2. This motherboard supportsDual Channel Memory Technology. Before you
implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to read the
installation guide of memory modules on page 14 for proper installation.
3. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be
less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows®XP
and Windows®VistaTM. For Windows®XP 64-bit and Windows®VistaTM 64-
bit with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation.
4. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended to
perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus
frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU.
5. 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 system.
6. This motherboard supports ASRock AM2 Boost overclocking technology. If
you enable this function in the BIOS setup, the memory performance will
improve up to 12.5%, but the effect still depends on the AM2 CPU you adopt.
Enabling this function will overclock the chipset/CPU reference clock. However,
we can not guarantee the system stability for all CPU/DRAM configurations.
If your system is unstable after AM2 Boost function is enabled, it may not be
applicative to your system. You may choose to disable this function for
keeping the stability of your system.
7. For microphone input, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono
modes. For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel,
6-channel, and 8-channel modes. Please check the table on page 11 for
proper connection.
8. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the “SATAII
Hard Disk Setup Guide” on page 23 to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to
SATAII mode. You can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector
directly.
9. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft®Windows®
VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SP4.
10. Microsoft®Windows®VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit driver keeps on updating now. As
long as we have the latest driver, we will update it to our website in the future.
Please visit our website for Microsoft®Windows®VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit driver
and related information.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com

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1.31.3
1.3 Minimum Hardware RMinimum Hardware R
Minimum Hardware RMinimum Hardware R
Minimum Hardware Requirement Tequirement T
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Premium 2007 and Basic LogoPremium 2007 and Basic Logo
Premium 2007 and Basic Logo
For system integrators and users who purchase this motherboard and
plan to submit Windows®VistaTM Premium 2007 and Basic logo, please
follow below table for minimum hardware requirements.
CPU Sempron2800+
Memory 1GB system memory
VGA DX9.0 with WDDM Driver
with 128bit VGA memory (Premium)
with 64bit VGA memory (Basic)
* After June 1, 2007, all Windows®VistaTM systems are required to meet above
minimum hardware requirements in order to qualify for Windows®VistaTM Premium
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1.4 Motherboard Layout1.4 Motherboard Layout
1.4 Motherboard Layout1.4 Motherboard Layout
1.4 Motherboard Layout
Super
I/O
PCI
EXPRESS
USB2.0
CMOS
BATTERY
ATXPWR1
SOCKET AM2
ALiveSATA2-GLAN
CD1
VIA
K8T890 CF
Chipset
VIA
VT8237A
Chipset
ATX12V1
PS2_USB_PWR1
1
USB 2.0
T: USB 2
B: USB3
PARALLEL PORT
COM1
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
Top:
REAR SPK
Center:
SIDE SPK
Bottom:
CTR BASS
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
USB 2.0
T: USB0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
IDE2
FSB800
DDRII_1 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)
DDRII_2 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)
FSB800
DDRII_3 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)
DDRII_4 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)
PCIE1
PCI1
PCI2
4Mb
BIOS
LAN
PHY
AUDIO
CODEC
SATA1
SATA2
1
CLRCMOS1
DDRII800
Dual Core CPU
FSB1GHz
Dual Channel
ATA133
SATA
7.1CH HD
RAID
CPU_FAN1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
PANEL1
CHA_FAN1
SPEAKER1
1
USB6_7
1
USB4_5
1
IR1
FLOPPY1
GAME1
1
HD_AUDIO1
1
RoHS
30.5cm (12.0-in)
20.3cm (8.0-in)
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PCIE2
PCIE3
PCI3
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HDMI_SPDIF1
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JMicron
JMB363
SATAII_1 SATAII_2
Gigabit LAN
SATAII
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1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 17 Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1,Black)
2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 18 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1)
3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
4 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 20 Flash Memory
5 AM2 940-Pin CPU Socket 21 Serial ATAII Connector (SATAII_2,Red)
6 2 x 240-pin DDRII DIMM Slots 22 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
(Dual Channel A: DDRII_1, DDRII_2; Yellow) 23 HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1)
7 2 x 240-pin DDRII DIMM Slots 24 Game Port Header (GAME1)
(Dual Channel B: DDRII_3, DDRII_4; Orange) 25 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
8 North Bridge Controller 26 PCI Slots (PCI1- 3)
9 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 27 Serial ATAII Connector (SATAII_1, Red)
10 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 28 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE3)
11 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5, Blue) 29 JMicron JMB363 Chipset (PCIE x1 interface)
12 South Bridge Controller 30 Infrared Module Header (IR1)
13 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 31 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE2)
14 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 32 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE1)
15 Secondary Serial ATA Connector (SATA2, Black) 33 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
16 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 34 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)

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1.51.5
1.5 HD 8CH I/OHD 8CH I/O
HD 8CH I/OHD 8CH I/O
HD 8CH I/O
PanelPanel
PanelPanel
Panel
1 Parallel Port 8 Microphone (Pink)
2 RJ-45 Port 9 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
3 Side Speaker (Gray) 10 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
4 Rear Speaker (Black) 11 Serial Port: COM1
5 Central / Bass (Orange) 12 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
6 Line In (Light Blue) 13 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
*7 Front Speaker (Lime)
* If you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See
the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
TABLE for Audio Output Connection
Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Side Speaker
(No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) (No. 3)
2 V -- -- --
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* To enable Multi-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front
panel audio header. 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”, “4CH”, “6CH”, or “8CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA
Primary output” to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA
Audio 2nd output” to use front panel audio.

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2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation
ALiveSATA2-GLAN is an ATX form factor (12.0-in x 8.0-in, 30.5 cm x 20.3 cm)
motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your
chassis to ensure 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 10, No. 3). 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
STEP 4:
Push Down And Lock
The Socket Lever
Lever 90° Up CPU Golden Triangle
Socket Corner

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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)
ALiveSATA2-GLAN motherboard provides four 240-pin DDRII (Double Data
Rate II) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual
channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand,
speed, size and chip-type)DDRIIDIMM pair in the slots of the same color. In other
words, you have to install identicalDDRIIDIMM pair in Dual Channel A (DDRII_1
and DDRII_2; Yellow slots; see p.10 No.6) or identical DDRII DIMM pair in Dual
Channel B (DDRII_3 andDDRII_4; Orange slots; see p.10 No.7), so that Dual
Channel Memory Technology can be activated. This motherboard also allows
you to install four DDRII DIMMs for dual channel configuration, and please install
identical DDRII DIMMs in all four slots. You may refer to the Dual Channel
Memory Configuration Table below.
Dual Channel Memory Configurations
DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4
(Yellow Slot) (Yellow Slot) (Orange Slot) (Orange Slot)
(1) Populated Populated - -
(2) - - Populated Populated
(3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated
* For the configuration (3), please install identicalDDRIIDIMMs in all four slots.
1. If you want to install two memory modules, for optimal compatibility
and reliability, it is recommended to install them in the slots of the
same color. In other words, install them either in the set of yellow
slots (DDRII_1 and DDRII_2), or in the set of orange slots (DDRII_3
and DDRII_4).
2. If only one memory module or three memory modules are installed
in the DDRII DIMM slots on this motherboard, it is unable to activate
the Dual Channel Memory Technology.
3. If a pair of memory modules is NOT installed in the same Dual
Channel, for example, installing a pair of memory modules in DDRII_1
and DDRII_3, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory
Technology .
4. It is not allowed to install a DDR memory module into DDRII slot;
otherwise, this motherboard andDIMM may be damaged.

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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 aDIMM 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 theDIMM if you force the DIMM into the
slot at incorrect orientation.
Step 3. Firmly insert theDIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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2.42.4
2.42.4
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Slots and PCIE Slots)Expansion Slots (PCI Slots and PCIE Slots)
Expansion Slots (PCI Slots and PCIE Slots)Expansion Slots (PCI Slots and PCIE Slots)
Expansion Slots (PCI Slots and PCIE Slots)
There are 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on ALiveSATA2-GLAN motherboard.
PCI Slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane
width graphics cards.
PCIE2 / PCIE3 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x1
lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
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 system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in
a chassis).
Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the
screws for later use.
Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6. Replace the system cover.

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2_3
Short Open
2-pin jumper
2.5 Jumpers Setup2.5 Jumpers Setup
2.5 Jumpers Setup2.5 Jumpers Setup
2.5 Jumpers Setup
The illustration shows how jumpers are
setup. When the jumper cap is placed on
pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap
is placed on pins, the jumper is “Open”. The
illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1
and pin2 are “Short” when jumper cap is
placed on these 2 pins.
Jumper Setting
PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.10, No. 1) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2
or USB wake up events.
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided
by power supply.
ClearCMOS
(CLRCMOS1, 2-pin jumper)
(see p.10, No. 9)
Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes
system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system
setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup,
please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power
supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short 2 pins on
CLRCMOS1 for 5 seconds.

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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper
caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the
headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the motherboard!
FDDConnector
(33-pinFLOPPY1)
(see p.10,No. 22)
Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the
connector.
SATA1
SATA2
FLOPPY1
Pin1
thered-stripedsideto Pin1
IDE1
PIN1
IDE2
PIN1
connect the black end
to the IDE devices
connect the blue end
to the motherboard
80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable
SATAII_1 SATAII_2
Primary IDE Connector (Blue) Secondary IDE Connector (Black)
(39-pinIDE1, see p.10, No. 13) (39-pinIDE2, see p.10, No. 14)
Note: If you use only one IDE device on this motherboard, please set the IDE
device as “Master”. Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor
for the details. Besides, to optimize compatibility and performance, please
connect your hard disk drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and
CD-ROM to the secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black).
Serial ATA Connectors (Black) These two Serial ATA (SATA)
(SATA1:see p.10,No.17) connectors are supported by
(SATA2:see p.10,No.15) VIA®VT8237A southbridge,
support SATA data cables for
internal storage devices. The
current SATA interface allows
up to 1.5 Gb/s data transfer
rate.
SerialATA II Connectors (Red) These two Serial ATAII (SATAII)
(SATAII_1: see p.10 No. 27) connectors are supported by
(SATAII_2: see p.10 No. 21) JMicron®JMB 363 (PCIE x1
interface), support SATA
data cables for internal storage
devices. The current SATAII
interface allows up to 3.0 Gb/s
data transfer rate.

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Serial ATA (SATA) Either end of the SATAdata cable
Data Cable can be connected to the SATA /
(Optional) SATAII hard disk or the SATA /
SATAII connector on the
motherboard.
Serial ATA (SATA) Please connect the black end of
Power Cable SATA power cable to the power
(Optional) connector on the drive. Then
connect the white end of SATA
power cable to the power
connector of the power supply.
USB 2.0 Headers Besides four default USB 2.0
(9-pinUSB6_7) ports on the I/O panel, there are
(seep.10 No. 10) two USB 2.0 headers on this
motherboard. Each USB 2.0
header cansupport two USB
2.0 ports.
(9-pinUSB4_5)
(seep.10 No. 11)
Infrared Module Header This header supports an optional
(5-pin IR1) wireless transmitting and
(see p.10,No. 30) receiving infrared module.
Internal Audio Connector This connector allows you
(4-pin CD1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.10, No. 33) from sound sources such as
a CD-ROM,DVD-ROM,TV
tuner card, or MPEG card.
connect to the SATA HDD
powerconnector
connect tothe
powersupply
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+7
P-7
P+6
P-6
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
1
IRTX
IRRX
GND
+5VSB
DUMMY
CD-L
GND
GND
CD-R
CD1
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+5
P-5
P+4
P-4
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
It is recommended to plug SATAII HDD to SATAII connector (SATAII_1 or
SATAII_2) and connect SATA HDDto SATAconnector (SATA1 or SATA2).

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Front PanelAudio Header This is an interface for the front
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.10,No. 25) convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
System Panel Header This header accommodates
(9-pinPANEL1) several system front panel
(see p.10,No. 16) functions.
Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis
(4-pinSPEAKER 1) speaker to this header.
(see p.10,No. 18)
Chassis Fan Connector Please connect the chassis fan
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.10, No. 19) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
CPU Fan Connector Please connect the CPU fan
(4-pin CPU_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.10, No. 3) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED
+5V
DUMMY
DUMMY
SPEAKER
1
GND
PWRBTN#
PLED-
PLED+
DUMMY
RESET#
GND
HDLED+
HDLED-
1
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
J_SENSE
OUT2_L
1
MIC_RET
PRESENCE#
GND
OUT2_R
MIC2_R
MIC2_L
OUT_RET
1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the
chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the
instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.
2. If you use AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio
header as below:
A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L.
B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.
C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for HD audio panel only. You don’t
need to connect them for AC’97 audio panel.
E. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select
Chipset Configuration. Set the Front Panel Control option from
[Auto] to [Enabled].
F. Enter Windows system. Click the icon on the lower right hand
taskbar to enter Realtek HDAudio Manager. Click “Audio I/O”,
select “Connector Settings” , choose “Disable front
panel jack detection”, and save the change by clicking “OK”.
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