ECS H55H-M2 User manual

Preface
Preface
Copyright
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any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
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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
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manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
TrademarkRecognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
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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.

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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
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3
UsingBIOS
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
Describes features of the
motherboard.
Go to Hpage 1
Describes installation of
motherboard components.
Go to Hpage 7
Provides information on using the
BIOS Setup Utility.
Go to Hpage 27
Describes the motherboard soft-
ware.
Go to Hpage 47
Chatper 5
SettingUp eJIFFY
Describes the eJIFFY setting up
Go to Hpage 51
Chatper 6
TroubleShooting
Provides basic trouble shooting tips
Hpage 69
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Chapter 1 1
IntroducingtheMotherboard 1
Introduction...................................................................................1
Feature............................................................................................2
Specifications................................................................................4
MotherboardComponents..........................................................5
Chapter 2 77
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7
Installing the Motherboard 7
SafetyPrecautions............................................................................7
Choosinga ComputerCase.............................................................7
Installingthe Motherboard in a Case............................................7
CheckingClearCMOS Button........................................................9
InstallingHardware........................................................................10
Installing the Processor.....................................................10
Installing Memory Modules...............................................12
Expansion Slots..................................................................15
Connecting Optional Devices.............................................17
Installing a SATA Hard Drive..............................21
ConnectingI/ODevices................................................................22
ConnectingCase Components.....................................................23
Front Panel Header..............................................................26
Chapter 3 27
UsingBIOS 27
Aboutthe 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....................................................34
Integrated Peripherals.......................................................35
Power Management Setup..................................................36

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PCI/PnP Setup...................................................................37
PC Health Status...............................................................38
M.I.B.II (MB Intelligent BIOS II).......................................42
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
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47
UsingtheMotherboardSoftware 47
Aboutthe SoftwareDVD-ROM/CD-ROM..................................47
Auto-installingunderWindows XP/Vista/7...............................47
Running Setup...................................................................48
Manual Installation........................................................................50
UtilitySoftwareReference.............................................................50
Chapter 5 5151
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51
SettingUpeJIFFY 51
Introduction..................................................................................51
InstallationandBIOSSetup........................................................52
Entering eJIFFY.......................................................................................55
Features Icons........................................................................................56
Usage FAQ................................................................................................57
Chapter 6 6969
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69
TroubleShooting 69
Start up problemsduring assembly...............................................69
Startupproblemsafterprolonguse..................................................70
Maintenanceand caretips..................................................................70
BasicTroubleshootingFlowchart....................................................71
POSTCodeCheckpoints 7373
7373
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Chapter1
IntroducingtheMotherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the H55H-M2 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1156
socket for latest Intel® CoreTM i7/CoreTM i5/CoreTM i3 processors for high-end busi-
ness or personal desktop markets.
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including one PS/2 mouse and keyboard combo connector, one DVI port, one VGA
port, six USB ports, one ESATA port, two LAN ports, one SPDIF output port and
audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out.
This motherboard is based on Intel® H55 Express Chipset for best desktop platform
solution. H55 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance Hyper-Threading
peripheral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. This
motherboard supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3
1333/1066 MHz. Two PCI slots are supported, fully compliant with PCI rev 2.3
specification at 33MHz. High resolution graphics via one PCI Express slot, intended
for Graphics Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification
revision 2.0. Additionally, one PCI Express x4 slot is supported, fully compliant to
the PCI Express Base Specificaiton revision 2.0 as well. It implements an EHCI
compliant interface that provides twelve USB 2.0 ports (six USB ports and three
USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB ports).

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Feature
The motherboard uses an LGA1156 type of Intel® CoreTM i7/CoreTM i5/CoreTM i3
processors that carries the following features:
Processor
• Intel® CoreTM i7/CoreTM i5/CoreTM i3 and Pentium® processor series
• DMI2.5GT/S
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
“Hyper-Threading” technology enables the operating system into thinking it’s
hooked up to two processors, allowing two threads to be run in parallel, both on
separate “logical” processors within the same physical processor.
Memory
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual-channel architec-
ture
• Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
• 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
This board supports CPU up to 95W TDP.
• One x16 PCI Express Gen2 ports each supporting up to 8 GB/s direc-
tion peak bandwidth
• An additional x4 PCI Express Gen2 port configuration to 2 x2 interface
• Compliant with PCI Rev 2.3 interface at 33 MHz
• Integrated SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• Twelve USB 2.0 ports supported
• Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) support
• Enhanced DMA Controller, interrupt controller, and timer functions
• Integrated Graphics Support with PAVP 1.5
The Intel H55 Express Chipset is a single-chip with proven reliability and per-
formance.
Chipset
Onboard LAN
• Supports PCI ExpressTM 1.1
• Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver
• Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support

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Audio
This motherboard may support either of the following Audio chipsets:
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• One PCI Express x16 slot for Graphic Interface
• One PCI Express x4 slot
• Two 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slots
• Five 7-pin SATA connectors
Expansion Options
• One combo port for mouse and keyboard
• OneSPDIF output port
• One DVI port
• One VGA port
• Six USB ports
• Two LAN ports
• One ESATA port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
Integrated I/O
• 7.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
• Meets Microsoft WLP3.x (Windows Logo Program) audio requirements
• All DACs supports 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate
• Analog differential CD input
• Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT
• Direct Sound 3D compatible
• Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V
1.Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2.Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be oper-
ated in the ambiance between 0 and 50°C.
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
• Power management
• Wake-up alarms
• CPUparameters
• CPUandmemorytiming
BIOS Firmware
This motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system
features including the following:

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• Intel H55 Express Chipset
• LGA1156 socket for latest Intel® CoreTM i7/CoreTM i5/CoreTM
i3 processors
• Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU
• DMI2.5GT/S
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• SupportsDDR3 1333/1066 DDR3 SDRAM
• 1 x PCI Express Gen2 x16 slot
• 1 x PCI Express x4 slot
• 2 x PCI slots
• Supported by Intel H55 Express Chipset
• 5 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
• ALC8928-CH High definitionaudio CODEC
• Realtek RTL8111DL 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet Controller
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse combo connector
• 1 x SPDIF out port
• 1 x VGA port
• 1 x DVI port
• 6 x USB ports
• 1 x ESATA port
• 2 x RJ45 LAN connectors
• 1 x Audio port (Line in, microphone in and 8-ch line out)
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector &ATX4P connector
• 5 x Serial ATA connectors
• 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports
• 1 x Clear CMOS button
• 2 x serial headers
• 1 x parallel header
• 1 x PWR button
• 1 x RST button
• 1 x TPM header
• 1 x Chassis Detect header
• 1 x Front panel header
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN/PWR_FANconnectors
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
Storage
Audio
LAN
RearPanelI/O
InternalI/O
Connectors &
Headers
• AMIBIOS with 16Mb SPIROM
• Supports Plug and Play, STR/STD, Hardware moniter,DMI
• F11 hot key for boot up devices option
• CPUvoltage adjustable
• Memory voltage adjustable
• Support PgUp clear CMOS hotkey
SystemBIOS
Form Factor • MicroATX Size, 244mm x 244 mm
CPU
Specifications

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MotherboardComponents

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Table of Motherboard Components
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
LABEL COMPONENTS
LGA1156 socket for Intel®Core
T
Mi7/Core
T
Mi5/
Core
T
Mi3
p
rocessors
2. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
3. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
4. SYS_FAN System cooling fan connector
5. PWR_FAN Power cooling fan connector
6. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
7. CLR_CMOS_BTN Clear CMOS button
8. SPI_DEBUG SPI debug header-for factory use only
9. SATA1~5 Serial ATA connectors
10. PWR_BTN Power on button
11. RST_BTN Reset button
12. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
13. F_USB1~3 Front panel USB headers
14. CASE Chassis detect header
15. ME_UNLOCK ME unlock header-for factory use only
16. SPK Speaker header
17. TPM TPM module header
18. COM1~2 Onboard serial port headers
19. LPT Onboard parallel port head er
20. PCI1~2 32-bit add-on card slots
21. SPDIFO SPDIF out header
22. PCIE4X1 PCI Express x4 slot
23. PCIE16X PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
24. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
25. ATX12V4P 4-pin +12V power connector
1. CPU Socket

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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 Micro ATX system case. Some features on the
motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indica-
tors 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 a Micro ATX form factor of 244 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.

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CheckingclearCMOSbutton
The following illustration shows the location of the clear CMOS button.
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 Changes and Exit”.
Name Type Description Setting (default)
CLR_CMOS_BTN button CLEAR CMOS
NO PUSH: NORMAL
PUSH: CLEAR
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn the system off. CLR_CMOS_BTN

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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 resistors 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.
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.
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 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.
This motherboard has an LGA1156 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.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from
the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or
other hardware components.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can per-
manently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in com-
ponents that are run beyond the rated limits.
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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CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest
that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and
heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/
heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
2. DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a
CPU.
3. Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted
only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1156 socket.
A. Opening of the Load Plate
· Put your thumb on the tail of the load
plate and press the tail down.
· Rotate the load plate to fully open
position.
B. Disengaging of the Load Lever
· Hold the hook of lever and pull it to the
left side to clear retention tab.
· Rotate the load lever to fully open
position.
C. Removing the Cap
· Be careful not to touch the contact at
any time.
D. Inserting the Package
· Grasp the package. Ensure to grasp
on the edge of the substrate.
· Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your
bottom-left side.
· Aim at the socket and place the
package carefully into the socket by
purely vertical motion.
E. Closing the Load Plate
· Rotate the load plate onto the package
IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader).
· Engage the load lever while pressing
down lightly onto the load plate.
· Secure the load lever with the hook
under retention tab.
F. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base
onto the CPU socket on the motherboard.
G. Make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the
CPU fan connector. Please refer to the
CPU cooling fan user’s manual for more
detail installation procedure.

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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin
DDR3 1333/1066. The total memory capacity is 16 GB.
You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. The total memory
capacity is up to 16 GB.
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.
Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SDRAM .
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.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
DDR3 1066 533 MHz
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 1333 667 MHz

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TableA: DDR3 (memory module) QVL(Qualified Vendor List)
Type Size Vendor Module Name
512 MB ELPIDA PC3-8500U-7-00-AP
HYMT112U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
Kingston KVR1066D3N7/1G
MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1
Ramaxel RMR1810NA48E7F-1066-L
F
Samsung GOLDBARM378B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-BE
M2Y2G64CB8HC5N-BE
HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1
MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1
Nanya M2Y2G64TU8HD5B-BD0837.TW
Samsung M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
A-data AD3U1333B1G9-B
H
y
nix HMT112U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
KingMax FLFD45F-B8KG9 NAES
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/1G
MT8JTF12864AY-1G4D1
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1
PSC AL7F8G73D-DG1
Ramaxel RMR1810KD48E7F-1333
M378B2873DZ1-CH9
M378B2873EH1-CH9
Silicon Power SP001GBLTU133S01
A-data AD3U1333B2G9-B
Apacer 78.A1GC6.9L1
Elixir M2F2G64CB8HA4N-CG0903.TW
elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-CG
F3-10666CL9D-4GBRL
F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO
F3-10666CL9D-4GBNQ
Hynix HMT125U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
KingMax FLFE85F-B8KG9 NEES
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/2G
Micron MT16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
Nanya NT2GC64B8HAONF-CG0917.TW
PSC AL8F8G73D-DG1
Samsung M378B5673EH1-CH9
Silicon Power SP002GBLTU133S01
4 GB Kingston KVR1333D3N9/4G
2 GB
DDR3 1066
1 GB
2 GB
DDR3 1333
Hynix
Micron
elixir
Hynix
Micron
Micron
Samsung
G.SKILL
The following DDR3 1600/1333/1066 memory modules have been tested and quali-
fied for use with this motherboard.

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Type Size Vendor Module Name
A-data High speed flying dragon
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-DG 0928.TWr
F3-12800CL9D-4GBNQ
F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO
F3-12800CL7D-4GBECO
G.SKILL
F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL
KingMax FLGE85F-B8KG9 NEES
DDR3 1600 2 GB
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/4G

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Installing Add-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.
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 installation.
This motherboard is equipped with one standard PCI slot. 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 slot on this board is PCI v2.3
compliant.
PCI1~2 Slots
PCIE16X Slot
The PCI Express x4 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base
Specification revision 2.0.
The PCI Express slot is used to install an external PCI Express
graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Gen 2.
PCIE4X1 Slot
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Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the
slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot.
Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
2. The onboard PCI interface does not support 64-bit SCSI cards.
1. For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network
adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using
the add-on card.