Biostar I915P-A7 User manual

I915P-A7
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction.........................................................3
1.1 Motherboard Features............................................................3
1.2 Package Checklist....................................................................7
1.3 Layout and Components........................................................8
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation........................................10
2.1 Central Processing Unit (CPU)............................................10
2.2 FAN Headers.........................................................................12
2.3 Memory Module Installation...............................................13
2.4 Connectors and Slots.............................................................14
Chapter 3: Headers & Jumpers Setup................................15
3.1 How to Setup Jumpers..........................................................15
3.2 Detail Settings........................................................................15
Chapter 4: Useful Help ........................................................21
4.1 Award BIOS Beep Code .......................................................21
4.2 Extra Information..................................................................21
4.3 Troubleshooting.....................................................................23
Chapter 5: WarpSpeeder™..................................................24
5.1 Introduction ...........................................................................24
5.2 System Requirement.............................................................24
5.3 Installation..............................................................................25
5.4 [WarpSpeeder™] includes 1 tray icon and 5 panels.........26
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES
A. Hardware
CPU
Supports LGA 775.
Supports single Intel Pentium 4 processor.
Supports Intel Celeron D processor.
Front Side Bus at the following frequency ranges:
-533 MT/s (133 MHz Core Clock)
-800 MT/s (200 MHz Core Clock)
Supports Hyper-Threading Technology.
Chipset
North Bridge: Intel 915P.
South Bridge: Intel ICH6.
Dimensions
ATX Form Factor: 24.3cm(W) x 29.35cm (L)
Main Memory
Supports DDR333 and DDR400.
Supports 256Mb, 512Mb, and 1G-Mb DDR technologies for x8
and x16 non-ECC DDR devices.
Maximum DRAM address decode space of 4GB (assuming
32bit addressing.)
Registered DIMMs are not supported.
DIMM Socket
Location DDR Module Total Memory Size
DDRA1 128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1
DDRA2 128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1
DDRB1 128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1
DDRB2 128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1
Max is 4GB.
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Slots
Three 32bit PCI bus master slots.
Three PCI-Express x1 slots:
-Bandwidth 250MB/s per direction; 500MB/s Totally.
-PCI Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5Gb/s on the data
pins.
-2X bandwidth over the traditional PCI architecture.
Note:
1. If PCI-Express x1 card is used when installing XP
operation system, Do Not leave PCI-EX1_1 slot in blank.
2. Please always insert your PCI-Express x1 card firstly in
PCI-EX1_1 slot.
3. If you have two PCI-Express x1 cards, please insert them
into <PCI-EX1_1 and PCI-EX1_2 slots> or <PCI-EX1_1
and PCI-EX1 3 slots>.
One PCI-Express x16 slot:
-Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of 4GB/s
simultaneously per direction, for an aggregate of 8GB/s
totally.
Super I/O
Chip: ITE IT8712.
Low Pin Count Interface.
Provides the most commonly used legacy Super I/O
functionality.
Environment Control initiatives,
-H/W Monitor
-Fan Speed Controller
-ITE's "Smart Guardian" function
LAN
Chip: RTL8100C
Supports 10 Mb/s, and 100 Mb/s auto-negotiation.
Half/Full duplex capability.
SupportsACPI power management.
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IEEE 1394 Chip (optional)
Chip: VIA VT6307.
Supports two 1394 Firewire ports with transfer up to 400Mb/s.
On-board AC’97 Sound Codec
Chip: ALC655
Support 6 channels.
Supports S/PDIF-Out and S/PDIF-In (optional) functions.
Compliant withAC’97 Version 2.3 specification.
On-board IDE
Supports 2 IDE disk drives.
Supports PIO Mode 0~4, Bride Mode and Ultra DMA 33/66/100
Bus Master Mode.
IDE Controller (optional)
Chip: ITE8211 (without RAID function)
-Supports two extra slots for 4 IDE devices.
ITE8212 (with RAID function):
-Supports two extra slots for 4 IDE devices
-Integrated RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 0+1 for
IDE2/IDE3 slot.
Supports PIO Mode 5, Bride Mode and Ultra DMA
33/66/100/133 Bus Master Mode.
Serial ATA
Controller integrated in ICH6.
Supports 4 Serial ATA (SATA) ports.
-Intel Advanced Host Controller (AHCI).
-Integrated RAID 0,RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 capabilities
(optional).
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Back Panel I/O Connectors
4 USB 2.0 ports.
1 serial ports (COM2 is optional).
1 parallel port.
1 RJ-45 LAN jack.
1 PS/2 Mouse & Keyboard port.
1 vertical audio port including 1 line-in connector, 1 line
connector, and 1 MIC in connector.
JAUDIO1
Line In/
Surround
Line Out
Mic In 1/
Base/Center
PS/2
Keyboard
PS/2
Mouse
LAN
USB x2
COM1
Parallel
JCOM1
COM2
JCOM2
(optional)
USB x2
Internal On-board I/O Connectors and Headers
1 IDE connectors support 2 hard disk devices.
1 CD-in connector supports 1 CD-ROM audio-in device.
1 front panel header supports front panel facilities.
1 front audio header supports front panel audio-out function.
1 S/PDIF-out connector supports digital audio-out function.
1 S/PDIF-in connector supports digital audio-in function
(optional).
1 1394A header supports 1 front panel 1394A Firewire port
(optional).
1 chassis open header supports PC case-opened warning
function.
1 Floppy port supports 2 FDD with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M
and 2.88Mbytes.
2 USB headers support 4 USB 2.0 ports.
4 serial ATA connectors support 4 SATA devices.
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B. BIOS & Software
BIOS
Award legal BIOS.
Supports APM1.2.
Supports ACPI.
Supports USB Function.
Software
Supports Warpspeeder™, 9th Touch™, WINFLASHER™ and
FLASHER™.
Offers the highest performance for Windows 98SE, Windows
2000, Windows Me, Windows XP, SCO UNIX etc.
1.2 PACKAGE CHECKLIST
FDD Cable X 1
HDD Cable X 1
User’s Manual X 1
Fully Setup Driver CD X 1
Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case X 1
USB 2.0 Cable X1 (optional)
S/PDIF Cable X 1 (optional)
Serial ATA Cable X 1 (optional)
IEEE 1394 Cable X 1 (optional)
Serial ATA Power Switch Cable X 1 (optional)
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1.3 LAYOUT AND COMPONENTS
DDRA1
DDRA2
DDRB1
DDRB2
FDD1
IDE1
PCI-Ex1_1
PCI-Ex1_2
PCI-Ex1_3
PCI EXPRESS x16
PCI1
PCI2
PCI3
JKBV1
1
1
JUSBV1
JPANEL1
1
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24
1
J1394A1(optional)
1
J1394PWR1
(optional)
1
11
JATXPWR1
JCFAN1
1
JATXPWR2
JAUDIO1
1
2
13
14
JAUDIOF1
Super
I/O
JCL1
JCMOS1
1
1
SATA1
17
SATA3
1
SATA2
1
SATA4
1
7
7
7
Codec
1
JCDIN1
JSPDIF_OUT1
11
JSPDIF_IN1
(optional)
1
JSFAN1
LAN
IEEE1394
Chip
(optional)
BAT1
BIOS
BIOS
(optional)
JSFAN2
(optional)
1
JKBMS1
Parallel Port (JPRNT1)
COM1 COM1COM2
JCOM2
(optional)
JRJ45USB1
Intel
915P
Intel
ICH6
LGA775
CPU1
IDE3
(optional)
JCOM1
IDE2
(optional)
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
KL M N O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
ZA1
Note: ■represents the 1st pin.
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A. JATXPWR2: ATX power source header.
B. JKBV1: Power source header for JKBMS1.
C. Back panel (rear side) I/O connectors.
D. JCDIN1: CD-ROM audio-in connector.
E. JATXPWR1: ATX power source header.
F. JAUDIOF1: Front panel audio-out header.
G. PCI-Ex1_1~PCI-Ex1_3: PCI EXPRESS x1 slots.
H. JSPDIF_IN1: Digital audio-in connector (optional).
I. J1394PWR1: Power source header for 1394 Firewire port (optional).
J. PCI1~PCI3: Peripheral Component Interconnect slots.
K. JUSB3/JUSB4: Headers for USB 2.0 port at front panel.
L. JUSBV3_1: Power source for JUSB3/JUSB4.
M. J1394A1: Header for 1394 Firewire port at front panel (optional).
N. JSFAN1: Power source header for system fan.
O. JPANEL1: Front panel facilities header.
P. IDE2/IDE3: Hard disk device connectors (optional).
Q. JSPDOF_OUT1: Digital audio-out connector.
R. SATA1~SATA4: On-board serial ATA connectors.
S. JCL1: Chassis open message header.
T. JCMOS1: Clear CMOS header.
U. PCI-Ex16: PCI EXPRESS x16 slot.
V. IDE1: Hard disk device connector.
W. DDRA1~DDRB2: DDR memory modules.
X. FDD1: Floppy disk device connector.
Y. JCFAN1: Power source header for CPU fan.
Z. JUSBV1: Power source header for J1394_USB1 and JRJ45USB1.
A1. JSFAN2: Power source header for system fan (optional).
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CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU)
Special Notice:
Remove Pin Cap before installation, and make
good preservation for future use. When the CPU
is removed, cover the Pin Cap on the empty
socket to ensure pin legs won
’
t be damaged.
Pin Cap
Step 1: Pull the lever sideways away from the socket and then raise the
lever up to a 90-degree angle.
Step 2: Look for the black cut edge on socket, and the white dot on CPU
should point wards this black cut edge. The CPU will fit only in the
correct orientation.
Step 2-1:
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Step 2-2:
Step 3: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever to complete
the installation.
Step 4: Put the CPU Fan on the CPU and buckle it. Connect the CPU FAN
power cable to the JCFAN1. This completes the installation.
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2.2 FAN HEADERS
These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan
wiring and plug may be different according to the fan manufacturer.
Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to
pin#1.
JCFAN1: Power Source for CPU Fan
Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 Power
3 FAN RPM rate sense
1
4 Smart Fan Control
JSFAN1/JSFAN2: Power Source for System Fan
(JSFAN2 is optional.)
Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 Power
1
3 FAN RPM rate sense
Note:
The JCFAN1 and JSFAN1support system cooling fan with Smart Fan
Control utility. It supports 3-pin and 4-pin head connectors. When
connecting with wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is
the positive and should be connected to pin#2, and the black wire is
Ground and should be connected to GND.
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2.3 MEMORY MODULE INSTALLATION
1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a
DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break
on the Slot.
2. Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining chip
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
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2.4 CONNECTORS AND SLOTS
FDD1: Floppy Disk Connector
The motherboard provides a standard floppy disk connector that supports
360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types. This connector
supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cables.
IDE1/IDE2/IDE3: Hard Disk Connectors
(IDE2/IDE3 are optional.)
The motherboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE Controller that provides
PIO Mode 0~5, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA33/ 66/ 100 functionality. It has
two HDD connectors IDE1 (primary) and IDE2 (secondary).
The IDE connectors can connect a master and a slave drive, so you can
connect up to four hard disk drives. The first hard drive should always be
connected to IDE1.
PCI 1~PCI3: Peripheral Component Interconnect Slots
This motherboard is equipped with 3 standard PCI slots. PCI stands for
Peripheral Component Interconnect, and it is a bus standard for expansion
cards. This PCI slot is designated as 32 bits.
SATA1~SATA4: Serial ATA Connectors
The motherboard has a PCI to SATA Controller with 2 channels SATA
interface, it satisfies the SATA 1.0 spec and with transfer rate of 1.5Gb/s.
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 Ground 2 TX+
3 TX- 4 Ground
5 RX- 6 RX+
1
7
7 Ground
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CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP
3.1 HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS
The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is
placed on pins, the jumper is “close”, if not, that means the jumper is
“open”.
Pin opened Pin closed Pin1-2 closed
3.2 DETAIL SETTINGS
Power Connectors: JATXPWR1/JATXPWR2
JATXPWR1: This connector allows user to connect 20-pin power
connector on theATX power supply.
JATXPWR2: By connecting this connector, it will provide +12V to CPU
power circuit. Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V
2 +3.3V 14 -12V
3 Ground 15 Ground
4 +5V 16 PS_ON
5 Ground 17 Ground
6 +5V 18 Ground
7 Ground 19 Ground
8 PW_ON 20 -5V
9 Standby Voltage +5V 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V 23 +5V
24
13
12
1
JATXPWR1 12 2 x 12 Detect 24 Ground
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 +12V 3 Ground
1
2
3
JATXPWR2 2 +12v 4 Ground
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JKBV1: Power Source Header for PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse
Assignment Description
1
3
Pin 1-2 close +5V +5V for PS/2 keyboard and
mouse
1
3
Pin 2-3 close +5V Standby
Voltage
PS/2 mouse and keyboard are
powered with +5V standby
voltage.
Note:
In order to support this function “Power-on system via keyboard and
mouse”, “JKBV1” jumper cap should be placed on Pin 2-3.
JUSBV1/JUSBV3_1: Power Source Header for USB Ports
Assignment Description
1
3
Pin 1-2 close +5V
JUSBV1: +5V for JUSB_19341
and JRJ45USB1.
JUSBV3_1: +5V for
JUSB3/JUSB4.
1
3
Pin 2-3 close +5V standby
Voltage
JUSBV1: JUSB_19341 and
JRJ45USB1 are powered by +5V
standby voltage.
JUSBV3_1: JUSB3/JUSB4 are
powered by +5V.
Note:
In order to support this function “Power-o system via USB device,”
“JUSBV1/ JUSBV3_1” jumper cap should be placed on Pin 2-3
individually.
JUSB3/JUSB4: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel
This header allows user to connect additional USB cable on the PC
front panel, and also can be connected with internal USB devices, like
USB card reader.Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 +5V (fused) 2 +5V (fused)
3 USB- 4 USB-
5 USB+ 6 USB+
7 Ground 8 Ground
2
110
9 Key 10 NC
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JCDIN1: CD-ROM Audio-in Connector
This connector allows user to connect the audio source from the
variety devices, like CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, PCI sound card, PCI TV
turner card etc.. Pin Assignment
1 Left channel input
2 Ground
3 Ground
1
4 Right channel input
JAUDIOF1: Front Panel Audio-out Header
This header allows user to connect the front audio out put cable with
the PC front panel. It will disable the output on back panel audio
connectors.
1
213
14
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 Mic in/center 2 Ground
3 Mic power/Bass 4 Audio power
5 Right line out/Speaker out
Right 6Right line out/Speaker out
Right
7 Reserved 8 Key
9 Left line out/Speaker out Left 10 Left line out/Speaker out Left
11 Right line in/Rear speaker
Right 12 Right line in/Rear speaker Right
13 Left line in/Rear speaker Left 14 Left line in/Rear speaker Left
JSPDIF_IN1: Digital Audio-in Connector (optional)
This connector allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF input
header. Pin Assignment
1 +5V
2 SPDIF_IN
1
3 Ground
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JSPDIF_OUT1: Digital Audio-out Connector
This connector allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF output
header. Pin Assignment
1 +5V
2 SPDIF_OUT
1
3 Ground
J1394PWR1: Power Source for 1394 Firewire Port (optional)
This header allows user to connect the digital image device, like DV,
D8, or V8, etc.
Assignment Description
1
3
Pin 1-2 close +3.3V SB +3.3V SB for 1394 chipset.
1
3
Pin 2-3 close +3.3V +3.3V for 1394 chipset.
(Default)
J1394A1: Header for 1394 Firewire Port at Front Panel (optional)
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 A+ 2 A-
3 Ground 4 Ground
5 B+ 6 B-
7 +12v 8 +12V
2
110
9 Key 10 Ground
JCL1: Chassis Open Message Header
This connector allows system to monitor PC case open status. If the
signal has been triggered, it will record to the CMOS and show the
message on next boot-up.
Pin Assignment
1 Case open signal
1
2 Ground
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JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header
By placing the jumper on pin2-3, it allows user to restore the BIOS
safe setting and the CMOS data, please carefully follow the
procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard.
Assignment
1
3
Pin 1-2 close Normal Operation (Default).
1
3
Pin 2-3 close Clear CMOS data.
※Clear CMOS Procedures:
1. Remove AC power line.
2. Set the jumper to “Pin 2-3 close”.
3. Wait for five seconds.
4. Set the jumper to “Pin 1-2 close”.
5. Powers on the AC.
6. Reset your desired password or clear the CMOS data.
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Front Panel Connector: JPANEL1
This 24-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power
LED, Sleep button, speaker and IrDAConnection. It allows user to
connect the PC case’s front panel switch functions.
1
223
24
SLP PWR_LED
On/Off IR
IR
RST
HLED
SPK
++
+
-
-
Pin Assignment Function Pin Assignment Function
1 +5V 2 Sleep control
3 N/A 4 Ground Sleep
button
5 N/A 6 N/A N/A
7 Speaker
Speaker
Connector 8 Power LED (+)
9 HDD LED (+) 10 Power LED (+)
11 HDD LED (-) Hard drive
LED 12 Power LED (-) Power LED
13 Ground 14 Power button
15 Reset control Reset
button 16 Ground Power-on button
17 N/A 18 Key
19 N/A 20 Key
21 +5V 22 Ground
23 IRTX
IrDA
Connector 24 IRRX
IrDA
Connector
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