ECS A885GM-A2 User manual

Preface
Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac-
turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and
specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any
particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and
to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the
manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
FederalCommunicationsCommission(FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern-
ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
TrademarkRecognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
AMD, Phenom, Athlon, Sempron and Duron are registered trademarks of AMD
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.

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DeclarationofConformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.
CanadianDepartmentofCommunications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur
le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
AbouttheManual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Describes features of the motherboard.
Go to Hpage 1
Describes installation of motherboard
components.
Go to Hpage 7
Provides information on using the BIOS
SetupUtility.
Go to Hpage 27
Describes the motherboard software
Go to Hpage 47
Provides information about SATA RAID
Setup
Go to Hpage 51
Chapter 5
Setting Up AMD SB850 RAID
Configuration
page 69
Chapter 7
TroubleShooting
Provides basic troubleshooting tips
Go to H
Chatper 6
SettingUp eJIFFY Describes the eJIFFY setting up
Go to Hpage 59
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3
UsingBIOS
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software

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Preface i
Chapter 1 1
IntroducingtheMotherboard 1
Introduction............................................................................................1
Features...................................................................................................2
MotherboardComponents...................................................................4
Chapter 2 77
77
7
Installing the Motherboard 7
SafetyPrecautions...............................................................................7
Choosinga ComputerCase..................................................................7
Installingthe Motherboard in aCase.................................................7
CheckingJumperSettings....................................................................8
Setting Jumpers...............................................................................8
Checking Jumper Settings...............................................................9
Jumper Settings...............................................................................9
InstallingHardware..........................................................................10
Installing the Processor.................................................................10
Installing Memory Modules...........................................................11
Expansion Slots.............................................................................16
Connecting Optional Devices........................................................18
Installing a SATA Hard Drive.......................................................21
ConnectingI/ODevices......................................................................22
ConnectingCase Components..........................................................23
Front Panel Header.......................................................................26
Chapter 3 2727
2727
27
UsingBIOS 27
About the SetupUtility....................................................................27
The Standard Configuration..........................................................27
Entering the Setup Utility...............................................................27
Resetting the Default CMOS Values...............................................28
UsingBIOS............................................................................................29
Standard CMOS Setup..................................................................30
Advanced Setup.............................................................................32
Advanced Chipset Setup................................................................33

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Integrated Peripherals..................................................................34
Power Management Setup.............................................................35
PCI/PnP Setup...............................................................................36
PC Health Status...........................................................................37
M.I.B. III (MB Intelligent Bios)......................................................41
Load Default Settings....................................................................44
Supervisor Password.....................................................................44
User Password...............................................................................45
Save & Exit Setup ..........................................................................45
Exit Without Saving........................................................................45
Updating the BIOS.........................................................................46
Chapter 4 4747
4747
47
UsingtheMotherboardSoftware 47
Aboutthe Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM......................................47
Auto-installingunder WindowsXP/Vista/7....................................47
Running Setup...............................................................................48
ManualInstallation............................................................................50
UtilitySoftwareReference..................................................................50
Chapter 5 5151
5151
51
SettingUpAMDSB850RAIDConfiguration 51
SettingUpa Bootable RAIDArray...................................................51
Chapter 6 5959
5959
59
SettingUpeJIFFY 59
Introduction..........................................................................................59
InstallationandBIOS Setup.................................................................60
Entering eJIFFY.............................................................................................63
Features Icons...............................................................................................65
Usage FAQ................................................................................................65
Chapter 7 6969
6969
69
TroubleShooting 69
Startup problems during assembly....................................................69
Startup problems after prolong use..................................................70
Maintenanceand care tips..................................................................70
BasicTroubleshooting Flowchart......................................................71

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IntroducingtheMotherboard
Chapter1
IntroducingtheMotherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the A885GM-A2 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard that supports socket AM3 for AMD
Six-Core PhenomTM II/ PhenomIITM X4/ PhenomTM/ AthlonTM II/ SempronTM proces-
sors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
There is an advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 mouse and
keyboard connectors, one VGA port, one DVI port, six USB ports, one LAN port and
audio jacks for microphone, 8 channel line-in and line-out.
The motherboard incorporates the AMD 880G Northbridge (NB) and AMD SB850
Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports the HyperTransportTM 3.0 in-
terface. The memory controller supports DDR3 memory DIMM frequencies of 1600
(O.C)/1333/1066*1. The AMD 880G supports 32 GB memory size. A885GM-A2 has
four DDR3 slots with maximum memory size of 16GB*2. One PCI Express x16 slot,
intended for Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen2 (version
2.0) and one PCI-e x4 slot(the second PCI-e x16 slot) is supported. In addition, two
PCI Express x1 slots are supported.
*2. Due to the DRAM maximum size is 4GB at present, the memory
maximum size we have tested is 4X4=16GB.
*1. Due to the limitation of AMD CPU spec, please refer to Memory QVL
for more information.
The AMD SB850 Southbridge supports two PCI slots which are PCI v2.3 compliant.
It integrates USB 2.0 interface, supporting up to twelve functional ports (six USB
ports and three USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB ports). The Southbridge
integrates a Serial ATA host controller, supporting five SATA ports with maximum
transfer rate up to 6.0 Gb/s each.

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Feature
Processor
HyperTransportTM Technology is a point-to-point link between two devices, it
enables integrated circuits to exchange information at much higher speeds than
currently available interconnect technologies.
• supports socket AM3 for AMD Six-Core PhenomTM II/ PhenomIITM X4/
PhenomTM/ AthlonTM II/ SempronTM processors.
• Supports HyperTransportTM (HT) 3.0 interface speeds
This motherboard uses a socket AM3 that carries the following features:
AMD SB850
(SB)
AMD 880G
(NB)
• One x4 A-Link Express III interface for connection to
anAMD Southbridge.TheA-Link Express III is a propri-
etary interface developed by AMD basing on the PCI
Express technology, with additional Northbridge-
Southbridge messaging functionalities. It supports the
PCIe Gen 2 transfer rate of 5 GT/s, and is backward
compatible with the A-Link Express II interface.
• Supports one PCI-Express x16 Gen2 graphics link
• Supports one PCI-Express x4 slot(the second PCI-e
x16 slot)
• Supports two PCI-Express x1 slots
• Fully supports ACPI states S1, S3, S4 and S5
• SupportsATI Radeon HD4250 Graphics*.
• Supports 16-bit up/down HyperTransport (HT) 3.0 in-
terface up to 4.4 GT/s.
The AMD 880G Northbridge (NB) and AMD SB850 Southbridge (SB) chipsets
are based on an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and
performance.
Chipset
Memory
• Supports DDR3 1600 (O.C) /1333/1066 SDRAM with Dual-channel ar-
chitecture
• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 4GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB.
• Compliant with PCI 2.3 specification at 33 MHz
• Supports five Serial ATA devices which speeds up to
6.0 Gb/s
• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to
twelve USB 2.0 ports
• Supportsintegrated RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5, andRAID
10 functionality across all 5 ports (RAID 10 requires
use of 4 or more SATAports, and RAID 5 requires use
of 3 or more SATA ports)

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Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 slots for Graphics Interface
• One PCI Express x4 slot(the second PCI-e x16 slot)
• Two PCI Express x1 slots
• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• Five 7-pin SATA connectors
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard connectors
• One VGA port
• One DVI port
• Six USB ports
• One LAN port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out
BIOS Firmware
• Power management
• Wake-up alarms
• CPUparameters
• CPUandmemorytiming
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
The motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many sys-
tem features including the following:
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in
the ambiance between 0 and 50°C.
Onboard LAN
• Supports PCI ExpressTM 2.0
• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN support
Audio
• 7.1 Channel High DefinitionAudio Codec
• All DACs supports 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate
• Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT
• Direct Sound 3D. compatible
• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V

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• NB:AMD 880G SB: SB850
• AMDSix-CorePhenomTM II/PhenomIITM X4/PhenomTM/AthlonTM
II/ SempronTM processors
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR3 1600 (O.C)/1333/1066 SDRAM
• 1 x PCI Express Gen2 x16 slot
• 1 x PCIE Gen2 Express X4 slot(the second PCI Express x16
is bandwidth of x4)
• 2 x PCI Express Gen2 x1slots
• 2 x PCI slots
• Supported by AMD SB850 Express Chipset
• 5 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
• Supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
• RealTek ALC892 8-channel audio codec
• 10/100/1000GigaLAN Controller
• 1x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connetors
• 1 x VGA port
• 1 x DVI port
• 6 x USB ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (Line in, microphone in and line out
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector & ATX8P connec-
tor.
• 5 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors.
• 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports
• 1 x Front panel header
• 1 x Case open header
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• 1 x Speaker header
• 1 x COM header
• 1xSPI_DEBUGheader
• CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN/PWR_FANconnectors
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
Storage
Audio
LAN
RearPanelI/O
InternalI/O
Connectors &
Headers
• AMIBIOS with 8Mb SPIROM
• Supports Plug and Play 1.0A,APM 1.2, Multi Boot, DMI
• Supports ACPI revision 1.0 specification
SystemBIOS
Form Factor • ATX Size, 305mm x 244mm
CPU
Specifications

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MotherboardComponents
The above image is for reference only; please take the actual
motherboard for detailed parts.

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Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket Socket AM3 for AMD Six-Core PhenomTM II/ PhenomIITM X4/
PhenomTM/ AthlonTM II/ SempronTM processors
2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
3. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
5. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
6. CASE CASE open header
7. SATA1~5 Serial ATA connectors
8. SPK Speaker header
9. USBPWR_F2 Front panel USB power select jumper
10. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
11. SPI_DEBUG SPI debug header-for factory use only
12. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
13. F_USB3 Front Panel USB header
14. USBPWR_F1 Front panel USB power select jumper
15. F_USB1~2 Front Panel USB headers
16. PWR_FAN Power cooling fan connector
17. COM Onboard serial port header
18. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
19. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
20. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots
21. PCIE16X_S PCI Express x16 slot for graphics interface(The second PCIE
16X runs at X4 mode.)
22. PCIE1~2 PCI Express x1 slots
23. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 slot for graphics interface
24. USBPWR_R1~2 Rear panel USB PS/2 power select jumper
25. ATX12V 8-pin +12V power connector
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.

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Chapter2
InstallingtheMotherboard
SafetyPrecautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid dam-
age from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
ChoosingaComputerCase
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the ATX system case. Some features on the motherboard
are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches
on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the features required. Make
sure that your case has sufficient power and space for all drives that you intend to
install.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 X 244 mm. Choose a case that
accommodates this form factor.
InstallingtheMotherboardinaCase
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.

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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
CheckingJumperSettings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
SettingJumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT.
SHORT OPEN

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Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
JumperSettings
1. To avoid the system unstability after clearing CMOS, we recommend
users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and
then “Save & Exit Setup”.
2. Make sure the power supply provides enough 5VSB voltage before
selecting the 5VSB function.
3. It is required that users place the USBPWR_R1~2 & USBPWR_F1~2
cap onto 2-3 pin rather than 1-2 pin as default if you want to wake up the
computer by USB/PS2 KB/Mouse.
Rear USB PS/2
Power Select
Jumper USBPWR_R1~2
Jumper Type Description Setting (default)
CLR_CMOS 3-pin Clear CMOS
1-2: NORMAL
2-3: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn off the system. CLR_CMOS
1-2: VCC
USBPWR_R1~2 3-pin 2-3: 5VSB
USBPWR_F1~2
1-2: VCC
USBPWR_F1~2 3-pin 2-3: 5VSB
1
1
Front Panel
USB Power
Select Jumper
1

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InstallingHardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that
you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resis-
tors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes
across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard
or its components.
This motherboard has a socket AM3 processor socket. When choosing a processor,
consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the
processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the
quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system
bus frequency for the processor. You may be able to change these settings by making
changes to jumpers on the motherboard, or changing the settings in the system Setup
Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or other
components to run faster than their rated speed.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near the
processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly
installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips.
Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly
see the motherboard and processor socket.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can perma-
nently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components
that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the
power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hard-
ware components.
Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking
When end-users encounter failure after attempting over-clocking, please take
the following steps to recover from it.
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Press and hold the “Page Up Key (PgUp)” of the keyboard, and then boot the
PC up.
3. Two seconds after the PC boots up, release the “Page Up Key (PgUp)”.
4. The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself.

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1 Install your CPU. Pull up the lever away from
the socket and lift up to 90-degree angle.
2 Locate the CPU cut edge (the corner with
the pin hold noticeably missing). Align and
insert the CPU correctly.
3 Press the lever down and apply thermal
grease on top of the CPU.
4 Put the CPU Fan down on the retention mod-
ule and snap the four retention legs of the
cooling fan into place.
5 Flip the levers over to lock the heat sink in
placeandconnecttheCPUcoolingFanpower
cable to the CPUFAN connector. This com-
pletes the installation.
CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you
use a high quality fan with 4800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heatsink
installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink sup-
plied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin
DDR3 1600 (O.C)/1333/1066. The total memory capacity is 16 GB.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until
you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only
by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always
wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Each module can be
installed with 4 GB of memory.
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 1333 667 MHz
DDR3 1600 800 MHz
DDR3 1066 533 MHz

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Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SDRAM only.
2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be
installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to
the edges of the DIMM.
6 Installany remaining DIMM modules.
For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users install
DIMMs in the sequence of DIMM3, DIMM4, DIMM1 and DIMM2.
Recommend configuration for best performance and compatibility
: operation with normal performance
: operation with the best performance
Number of DIMMs DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 AM3
1Single Channel
2Dual Channel
3Single Channel
4Dual Channel

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Table A: DDR3(memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List)
The following DDR3 memory modules have been tested and qualified for use with this
motherboard.
Type Size Vendor Module Name
DDR3 800 512 MB Qimonda IMSH51U03A1F1C-08E
Elpida PC3-8500U-7-00-AP
Kingston KVR1066D3N7/512
Aeneon AEH760UD00-10FA98X
Corsair CM3X1024-1066C7
Elpida EBJ10UE8BDF0-AE-F
HYMT112U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
Kingston KVR1066D3N7
MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1
IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10F
IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10G
Ramaxel RMR1810NA48E7F-1066-LF
M378B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
M378B2873EH1-CF8
Winchip 64A0TPHM8G17E
M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-BE
M2Y2G64CB8HC5N-BE
Elpida EBJ21UE8BDF0-AE-F
HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1
MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
Nanya M2Y2G64TU8HD5B-BD
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-10F
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-10G
Samsung M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
Qimonda
2 GB
Hynix
Micron
DDR3 1066
Hynix
Elixir
Micron
512 MB
Samsung
1 GB
Qimonda

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Type Size Vendor Module Name
A-data AD3U1333B1G9-B
Hynix HMT112U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
KingMax FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAES
Kingston KVR1333D3N9
MT8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1
PSC AL7F8G73D-DG1
Ramaxel RMR1810KD48E7F-1333
M378B2873EH1-CH9
M378B2873DZ1-CH9
M378B2873FHS-CH9
Silicon Pow er SP001GBLTU133S01
A-data AD3U1333B2G9-B
A-data Game A-DATA8-8-8-24
Apacer 78.A1GC6.9L1
M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG
M2Y2G64CB8HA5N-CG
M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-CG
Elpida EBJ21UE8BDF0-DJ-F
F3-10666CL9D-4GBRL
F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO
F3-10666CL9D-4GBNQ
Hynix HMT125U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEES
FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEUS
Elixir
G.SKILL
KingMax
2 GB
1 GB
Micron
Samsung
DDR3 1333
Table B: DDR3 (memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List)
The following DDR3 memory modules have been tested and qualified for use with this
motherboard.

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Type Size Vendor Module Name
KVR1333D3N9
KVR1333D3N9K2/2G
KVR1333D3N9/2G
Micron MT16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
Nanya NT2GC64B8HAONF-CG
PSC AL8F8G73D-DG1
Qimonda IMSH2GU13A1F1C-13H
Ramaxel RMR186EA48D8F-1333
M378B5673EH1-CH9
M378B5673FH0-CH9
Silicon Pow er SP002GBLTU133S01
Unifosa GU512303EP0202
Winchip GDF2GB18L150C8
Kingston KVR1333D3N9
Samsung M378B5273CH0-CH9
1 GB KingsMax FLGD45F-B8KG9 NEES
Fast Dragon
AX3U1600GB2G9-AG
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-DG 0928.TWr
F3-12800CL9D-4GBNQ
F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO
F3-12800CL7D-4GBECO
F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL
KingsMax FLGE85F-B8KG9 NEES
DDR3 1800 1 GB Kingston KHX1800C9D3K3/3GX 9905402-046.A01LF
DDR3 2000 2 GB Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD
DDR3 2133 1 GB Kingston KHX2133C9D3T1K2
KingsMax FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH
G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBPIS
4 GB
DDR3 1600
Samsung
2 GBDDR3 2200
Kingston
A-data
2 GB
2 GB G.SKILL
DDR3 1333
Table C: DDR3 (memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List)
The following DDR3 memory modules have been tested and qualified for use with this
motherboard.

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Expansion Slots
InstallingAdd-on Cards
The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect
them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the
motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can in-
crease the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are
not part of the basic system.
PCIEX16 Slot
PCI1~2 Slots This motherboard is equipped with three standard PCI slots.
PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a
bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is
a supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slots on
this board are PCI v2.3 compliant.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI
Express Gen2 (version 1.0).
PCIE1~2 Slots
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation
for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you
may have to manually configure the card before installa-
tion.
The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI
Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI
Express Gen2 (version 1.0).
The second PCI Express 16X runs at X4 mode and is
fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification
revision 2.0.
PCIE16X_S
Slot
(PCIEX4 Slot)