Biostar TH61U3+ User guide

TH61U3+/ TH61+Setup Manual
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1999/05/CE
quando ad esso applicabili
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ........................................ 1
1.1 Before You Start ................................................................................ 1
1.2 Package Checklist............................................................................. 1
1.3 Motherboard Features...................................................................... 2
1.4 Rear Panel Connectors ..................................................................... 3
1.5 Motherboard Layout......................................................................... 4
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation .......................... 5
2.1 Installing Central Processing Unit (CPU)....................................... 5
2.2 FAN Headers...................................................................................... 7
2.3 Installing System Memory ................................................................ 8
2.4 Connectors and Slots ....................................................................... 10
Chapter 3: Headers & Jumpers Setup .................. 13
3.1 How to Setup Jumpers .................................................................... 13
3.2 Detail Settings.................................................................................. 13
Chapter 4: Useful Help ........................................ 17
4.1 Driver Installation Note.................................................................. 17
4.2 Software............................................................................................ 18
4.3 Extra Information............................................................................ 22
4.4 AMI BIOS Beep Code....................................................................... 23
4.5 Troubleshooting............................................................................... 24
Appendix: SPEC In Other Languages ................... 26
German.................................................................................................................. 26
French .................................................................................................................... 28
Italian..................................................................................................................... 30
Spanish ................................................................................................................... 32
Portuguese ............................................................................................................ 34
Polish...................................................................................................................... 36
Russian ................................................................................................................... 38
Arabic..................................................................................................................... 40
Japanese ................................................................................................................ 42

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 BEFORE YOU START
Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the
motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:
Prepare a dry and stable working environment with
sufficient lighting.
Always disconnect the computer from power outlet
before operation.
Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static
bag, ground yourself properly by touching any safely
grounded appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to
remove the static charge.
Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the
rear side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board
on the edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.
Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the
case after installation. Loose parts will cause short
circuits which may damage the equipment.
Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat
source, humid air and water.
The operating temperatures of the computer should be
0 to 45 degrees Celsius.
1.2 PACKAGE CHECKLIST
Serial ATA Cable X 2
Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case X 1
User’s Manual X 1
Fully Setup Driver CD X 1
USB 2.0 Cable X1 (optional)
Serial ATA Power Cable X 1 (optional)
Note: The package contents may be different due to area or your motherboard version.

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1.3 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES
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CPU
Socket 1155
Intel Core i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium p rocessor
Supports Execute D isable Bit / Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® / Intel Architecture-64 / Extended
Memory 64 Technology / Virtualization
Technology
Socket 1155
Intel Core i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium p rocessor
Supports Execute D isable Bit / Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® / Intel Architecture-64 / Extended
Memory 64 Technology / Virtualization
Technology
Chipset Intel H61 Intel H61
Super I/O
ITE 8728
Provides the most commonly used legacy Super
I/O functionality.
Low Pin Count Interface
Env iro nm ent Co ntrol in it iat ives ,
Hardware Monitor Controller
Fan Speed Contro ller
ITE's "Smart Guardian" funct ion
ITE 8728
Provides the most commonly used legacy Super
I/O functionality.
Low Pin Count Interface
Env iro nm ent Co ntrol in it iat ives ,
Hardware Monitor Controller
Fan Speed Contro ller
ITE's "Smart Guardian" funct ion
Main Memory
DIMM Slots x 2
Each DIMM supports 512MB / 1GB / 2GB / 4GB
DDR3
Max Memory Capacity 8GB
Dual Channel Mode DDR3 memory modu le
Supports DDR3 1333/1066
Registered DIMM and ECC D IMM is not
supported
DIMM Slots x 2
Each DIMM supports 512MB / 1GB / 2GB / 4GB
DDR3
Max Memory Capacity 8GB
Dual Channel Mode DDR3 memory modu le
Supports DDR3 1333/1066
Registered DIMM and ECC D IMM is not
supported
SATA 2
Integrated Serial ATA Controller
Data transfer rates up to 3.0 Gb/s.
SATA Version 2.0 specif icat ion co mp liant
Integrated Serial ATA Controller
Data transfer rates up to 3.0 Gb/s.
SATA Version 2.0 specif icat ion co mp liant
LAN Realtek RTL8111E
10 / 100 Mb/s / 1Gb/s auto negotiation
Realtek RTL8111E
10 / 100 Mb/s / 1Gb/s auto negotiation
Sound Codec
ALC892
5.1 channels audio out
High Definition Audio
ALC892
5.1 channels audio out
High Definition Audio
USB3.0 NEC uPD720200 / Asmedia ASM1042
PCI Express Gen2 x16 Slot x2 PCI Express Gen2 x16 Slot x2
PCI Express Gen2 x1 Slot x1 PCI Express Gen2 x1 Slot x1
Slots
PCI Slot x1 PCI Slot x1
Serial Port Connector x1 Serial Port Connector x1
SATA Connector x4 SATA Connector x4
Front Panel Connector x1 Front Panel Connector x1
Front Audio Connector x1 Front Audio Connector x1
S/PDIF out Connector x1 S/PDIF out Connector x1
CPU Fan Header x1 CPU Fan Header x1
System Fan Header x2 System Fan Header x2
On Board
Connectors
Clear CMOS Head er x1 Clear CMOS Header x1

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USB 2.0 Connector x2 USB 2.0 Connector x2
Consumer IR Connector x1 Consumer IR Connector x1
Power Connector (24pin) x1 Power Connector (24pin) x1
Power Connector (4pin) x1 Power Connector (4pin) x1
Back Panel
I/O
PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse x1
HDMI Port x1
VGA Port x1
DVI-D Port x1
LAN Port x1
USB2.0 Port (by H61) x2
USB3.0 Port (by NEC uPD720200 /
Asmedia ASM1042) x2
Audio Jack x3
PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse x1
HDMI Port x1
VGA Port x1
DVI-D Port x1
LAN Port x1
USB2.0 Port x4
Audio Jack x3
Board Size 230 (W) x 244 (L) mm 230 (W) x 244 (L) mm
OS Support
Windows XP / Vista / 7
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove
support for any OS with or without notice
Windows XP / Vista / 7
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove
support for any OS with or without notice
1.4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
USB3.0X2
LAN
HDMI VGADVI-D
Line In/
Surround
Line Out
Mic In 1/
Bass/ Center
PS/2
Keyboard / Mouse
US B2 .0X 2
(For TH61U3+ )
USB2.0X2
(For TH61+)
NOTE: HDMI / DV I-D / VGA Output req uire an Intel Core family processor with Intel Graphics
Te c h n o l o g y.
NOTE: Maximum resolution:
HDMI: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
DVI: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
VGA: 2048 x 1536 @75Hz
NOTE: This motherboard supports Multiple VGA output, and the configuration is as below:
(HDMI is not supported under DOS and BIOS setup.)
Display Devices VGA + HDMI VGA + DVI-D HDMI + DVI-D
Enabled O O O

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1.5 MOTHERBOARD LAYOUT
USB_KBMS1
HDMI1 VGA1
DVI1
RJ45USB1
AUDIO1
SYS_FAN2
Super
I/O
CODEC
F_AUDIO1
JSPDIFOUT1
CIR1
J_COM1 SYS_FAN1
LAN
PEX16_1
PEX16_2
PEX1_1
PCI1
BAT1
F_USB2 F_USB1
PAN EL1
SATA4 SATA3
SATA2 SATA1
BIOS
H61
ATXPWR1
JCMOS1
DDR3_A1 DDR3_B1
CP U_FAN 1
Socket 1155
CPU1
ATXP WR 2
Note: ■represents the 1st pin.

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CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 INSTALLING 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.
Step 1: Pull the socket locking lever out from the socket and then raise
the lever up.
Step 2: Remove the Pin Cap.

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Step 3: Look for the triangular cut edge on socket, and the golden dot on
CPU should point forwards this triangular cut edge. The CPU will
fit only in the correct orientation.
Step 4: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then lower the lever to locked
position to complete the installation.
Step 5: Put the CPU Fan and heatsink assembly on the CPU and buckle it
on the retention frame. Connect the CPU FAN power cable into
the CPU_FAN1 to complete the installation.

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2.2 FAN HEADERS
These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan
cable and connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer.
Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to
pin#1.
CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Header
Pin
Assignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
3 FAN R PM
rate sense
41
4 Smart Fan
Control
SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2: System Fan Headers
Pin
Assignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
13
SYS_FAN2
SYS_FAN1
3 FAN RPM
rate sense
Note:
The SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 support 3-pin head connectors; the CPU_FAN1 supports
4-pin head connector. 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 INSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY
A. Memory Modules
DDR3_A1 DDR3_B1
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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B. Memory Capacity
DIMM Socket
Location DDR3 Module Total Mem ory Size
DDR3_A1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB
DDR3_B1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB
Max is 8GB.
C. Dual Channel Memory Installation
Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function:
Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.
Dual Channel Status DDR3_A1 DDR3_B1
Disabled O X
Disabled X O
Enabled O O
(O means memory installed; X, not installed.)
The DRAM bus width of the memory module must be the same(x8 or
x16)

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2.4 CONNECTORS AND SLOTS
SATA1~SATA4: Serial ATA Connectors
The motherboard has a PCI to SATA Controller with 4 channels SATA2 interface,
it satisfies the SATA 2.0 spec and with transfer rate of 3.0Gb/s.
Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 TX+
3 TX-
4 Ground
5 RX-
6 RX+
741
SATA1
3SATA
SATA2
SATA4
7 Ground
ATXPWR2: ATX Power Source Connector
This connector provides +12V to CPU power circuit.
Pin Assignment
1 +12V
2 +12V
3 Ground
12
3
4
4 Ground

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ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector
This connector allows user to connect 24-pin power connector on the ATX
power supply.
1
12
13
24
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V
14 -12V 2 +3.3V
15 Ground 3 Ground
16 PS_ON 4 +5V
17 Ground 5 Ground
18 Ground 6 +5V
19 Ground 7 Ground
20 NC 8 PW_OK
21 +5V 9 Standby Voltage+5V
22 +5V 10 +12V
23 +5V 11 +12V
24 Ground 12 +3.3V
PCI1: Peripheral Component Interconnect Slot
This motherboard is equipped with 1 standard PCI slot. PCI stands for
Peripheral Component Interconnect, and it is a bus standard for expansion
cards. This PCI slot is designated as 32 bits.
PCI1

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PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x16 Slot
-PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
-Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of 8GB/s simultaneously per
direction, for an aggregate of 16GB/s totally.
-PCI-Express Gen2 supports a raw bit-rate of 5.0Gb/s on the data pins.
-2X bandwidth over the PCI-Express 1.1 architecture.
PEX16_2: PCI-Express Gen2 x1 Slot
-PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
-Data transfer bandwidth up to 500MB/s per direction; 1GB/s in total.
-PCI-Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5Gb/s on the data pins.
PEX1_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x1 Slot
-PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
-Data transfer bandwidth up to 500MB/s per direction; 1GB/s in total.
-PCI-Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5Gb/s on the data pins.
PEX16_1
PEX1_1
PEX16_2

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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
PANEL1: Front Panel Header
This 16-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and
speaker connection. It allows user to connect the PC case’s front panel switch
functions.
1
9
8
16
POW_LED
On/Off
RST
HLED
SPK
++
+
-
-
Pin Assignment Function Pin Assignment Function
1 +5V 9 N/A
2 N/A 10 N/A N/A
3 N/A 11 N/A N/A
4 Speaker
Speaker
Connector
12 Power LED (+)
5 HDD LED (+) 13 Power LED (+)
6 HDD LED (-)
Hard drive
LED 14 Power LED (-)
Power LED
7 Ground 15 Power button
8 Reset control Reset button 16 Ground Power-on button

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F_USB1/F_USB2: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel
These headers allow 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
1 +5V (fused)
2 +5V (fused)
3 USB-
4 USB-
5 USB+
6 USB+
7 Ground
8 Ground
9 Key
1
2
9
10
F_ USB1USB 2 F_
10 NC
CIR1: Consumer IR Connector
This header is for infrared remote control and communication.
Pin Assignment
1 IrDA serial input
2 Ground
3 Ground
4 Key
5 IrDA serial output
6 IR Power
1
2
5
6

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F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header
This header allows user to connect the front audio output cable with the PC front
panel. This header allows only HD audio front panel connector; AC’97 connector
is not acceptable.
Pin Assignment
1 Mic Left in
2 Ground
3 Mic Right in
4 GPIO
5 Right line in
6 Jack Sense
7 Front Sense
8 Key
9 Left line in
1
2
9
10
10 Jack Sense
JSPDIFOUT1: Digital Audio-out Connector
This connector allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF output header.
Pin Assignment
1 +5V
2 SPDIF_OUT
31
3 Ground

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JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header
Placing the jumper on pin2-3 allows user to restore the BIOS safe setting and
the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the
motherboard.
13
Pin 1-2 Close:
Normal Operation
(default).
13
13
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. Power on the AC.
6. Reset your desired password or clear the CMOS data.
J_COM1: Serial Port Connector
The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port.
Pin Assignment
1 Carrier detect
2 Received data
3 Transmitted data
4 Data terminal ready
5 Signal ground
6 Data set ready
7 Request to send
8 Clear to send
9 Ring indicator
19
210
10 NC

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CHAPTER 4: USEFUL HELP
4.1 DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE
After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup
Driver CD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system
performance.
You will see the following window after you insert the CD
The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.
Note:
If this window didn’t show up after you insert the Driver CD, please use file browser to
locate and execute the file SETUP.EXE under your optical drive.
A. Driver Installation
To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon. The setup guide will
list the compatible driver for your motherboard and operating system.
Click on each device driver to launch the installation program.
B. Software Installation
To install the software, please click on the Software icon. The setup guide
will list the software available for your system, click on each software title
to launch the installation program.
C. Manual
Aside from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver
CD. Click on the Manual icon to browse for available manual.
Note:
You will need Acrobat Reader to open the manual file. Please download the latest version
of Acrobat Reader software from
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html

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4.2 SOFTWARE
Installing Software
1. Insert the Setup CD to the optical drive. The drivers installation program
would appear if the Autorun function has been enabled.
2. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software
title.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Launching Software
After the installation process, you will see the software icon “eHOT Line” /
“BIOS Update” appears on the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch the
utility.
eHot-Line (Optional)
eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our
Tech-Support system. This utility will collect the system information which is
useful for analyzing the problem you may have encountered, and then send
these information to our tech-support department to help you fix the problem.
Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application program.
This bl ock will show
the information which
would be collected in
the mail.
Provide the e-ma il
address that you would
like to send the copy to.
Provide the name of
the power suppl y
manufacturer and the
model no.
Send t he mail ou t .
Save thes e in for mation to a .txt fil
e
Exi t this dialog.
Select your area or
the area close to you.
*
Pr ov id e the name of
the memory module
manufacturer.
*
Describe condition
of your system.
*
*
re pr es ent s i mpo r ta nt
information that you
must provide. Without
this information, you may
not be able to send out
the mail.