Fujitsu GA-8STXC P4 Titan-DDR User manual

USER’S MANUAL
GA-8STXC
P4 Titan-DDR Motherboard
Pentium®4 Processor Motherboard
Rev. 1001
12ME-8STXC-1001

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Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To
protect them against damage from static electricity, you should follow some precautions whenever you
work on your computer.
1. Unplug your computer when working on the inside.
2. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. If you do not have one,
touch both of your hands to a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power
supply case.
3. Hold components by the edges and try not touch the IC chips, leads or connectors, or other
components.
4. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the bag that came with the components
whenever the components are separated from the system.
5. Ensure that theATX power supply is switched off before you plug in or remove the ATX power
connector on the motherboard.
If the motherboard has mounting holes, but they don’t line up with the holes on the base and there
are no slots to attach the spacers, do not become alarmed you can still attach the spacers to the
mounting holes. Just cut the bottom portion of the spacers (the spacer may be a little hard to cut off, so
be careful of your hands). In this way you can still attach the motherboard to the base without worrying
about short circuits. Sometimes you may need to use the plastic springs to isolate the screw from the
motherboard PCB surface, because the circuit wire may be near by the hole. Be careful, don’t let the
screw contact any printed circuit write or parts on the PCB that are near the fixing hole, otherwise it
may damage the board or cause board malfunctioning.
Installing the motherboard to the chassis…
WARNING!

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Chapter 1 Introduction
to be continued......
Features Summary
Form Factor y30.6cm x 24.4cm ATX size form factor, 4 layers PCB
CPU ySocket 478 for Intel®Micro FC-PGA2 Pentium®4 processor
y Support Intel ®Pentium ®4 (Northwood, 0.13 m) processor
yIntel Pentium®4 400/533MHz FSB
y2nd cache depends on CPU
Chipset ySiS 645DX Host/Memory controller
ySiS 962L MuTIOL Media I/O
Memory y3 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets
ySupports DDR333/DDR266/DDR200 DIMM
ySupports Up to 2 un-buffer double-sided DIMM DDR333 or up to
3 un-buffer Double-sided DIMM DDR266/200
ySupports up to 3GB DRAM (Max)(DDR266/200)
ySupports only 2.5V DDR DIMM
ySupports 64bit ECC type DRAM integrity mode
I/O Control yIT8705
Slots y1 CNR (Communication and Networking Riser) Slot
y1 Universal AGP slot (1X/2X/4X) device support
y5 PCI slot supports 33MHz & PCI 2.2 compliant
On-Board IDE y2 IDE bus master (Dual UDMA33/ATA66/ATA100/ATA133) IDE
ports for up to 4 ATAPI devices
ySupports PIO mode 3,4 (UDMA 33/ATA66/ATA100/ATA133) IDE
& ATAPICD-ROM
On-Board Peripherals y1 Floppy port supports 2 FDD with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M
and 2.88M bytes
y1 Parallel port supports Normal/EPP/ECP mode
y2 Serial ports (COMA & COMB)
y6 x USB 2.0/1.1 (2 x Rear,4 x Front by cable)
y1 IrDA connector for IR
y1 FrontAudio connector

Introduction
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Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with your processor’s specifications.
We don’t recommend you to set the system bus frequency over the CPU’s specification
because these specific bus frequencies are not the standard specifications for CPU, chipset
and most of the peripherals. Whether your system can run under these specific bus frequen-
cies properly will depend on your hardware configurations, including CPU, Chipsets,
SDRAM, Cards…etc.
Hardware Monitor yCPU/System/Power Fan Revolution detect
yCPU Temperature Detect
ySystem Voltage Detect
On-Board Sound yRealtek ALC650 CODEC
yLine Out / 2 front speaker
yLine In / 2 rear speaker (by s/w switch)
yMic In / center & woofer (by s/w switch)
ySPDIF out
yLine In / Line Out / Mic In / CD In / Game Port
On-Board LAN yBuilt in RTL8100BL Chipset
PS/2 Connector yPS/2 Keyboard interface and PS/2 Mouse interface
BIOS yLicensed AWARD BIOS, 2M bit Flash ROM
ySupports Q-Flash
Additional Features yPS/2 Keyboard power on by password
yPS/2 Mouse power on
ySTR (Suspend-To-RAM)
yWake on LAN (WOL)
yWake on Ring (WOR)

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GA-8STXC Motherboard Layout
KB_MS
COMA
LPT
LINE_IN
LINE_OUT
MIC_IN USB
LAN
COMB
GAME
CD_IN
ATX_12V
ATX POWER
RTL8100BL
F_AUDIO_I
AC97
SPDIF
SUR_CEN
PWR_FAN
NB_FAN
SiS 645DX
AGP
CNR
I R WOR WOL
F_USB2 F_USB1
SYS_FAN
S_IRQ
IT8705
Main BIOS
F_PANEL
SiS 962L
BUZZER
BAT
IDE2
GA-8STXC
IDE1 FDD
83518
CI
CLR_CMOS
CPU_FAN
DIMM_LED
DDR1 DDR2 DDR3
PC1
PC2
PC3
PC4
PC5
SOCKET 478

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To set up your computer, you must complete the following steps:
Step 1- Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Step 2- Install memory modules
Step 3- Install expansion cards
Step 4- Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires and power supply
Step 5- Setup BIOS software
Step 6- Install supporting software tools
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process
Step 4
Step 3
Step 4
Step 4
Step 2
Step 1

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Step 1: Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Step1-1 : CPU Installation
Pin1 indicator Pin1 indicator
CPU Top View CPU Bottom View
Socket Actuation Lever
1. Pull up the CPU socket lever and
up to 90-degree angle.
Pin1 indicator
2. Locate Pin 1 in the socket and look
for a (golden) cut edge on the CPU
upper corner. Then insert the CPU
into the socket.
3. Press down the CPU socket lever
and finish CPU installation.
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Please make sure the CPU type is supported by the motherboard.
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If you do not match the CPU socket Pin 1 and CPU cut edge well, it will cause
improper installation. Please change the insert orientation.

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Step1-2 : CPU Heat Sink Installation
1. Hook one end of the cooler bracket
to the CPU socket first.
2. Hook the other end of the cooler
bracket to the CPU socket.
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Please use Intel approved cooling fan.
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We recommend you to apply the thermal tape to provide better heat
conduction between your CPU and heatsink.
(The CPU cooling fan might stick to the CPU due to the hardening of the
thermal paste. During this condition if you try to remove the cooling fan, you
might pull the processor out of the CPU socket alone with the cooling fan,
and might damage the processor. To avoid this from happening, we suggest
you to either use thermal tape instead of thermal paste, or remove the cooling
fan with extreme caution.)
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Make sure the CPU fan power cable is plugged in to the CPU fan connector,
this completes the installation.
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Please refer to CPU heat sink user’s manual for more detail installation
procedure.

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Step 2: Install memory modules
The motherboard has 3 dual inline memory module (DIMM) sockets. The BIOS will automatically
detects memory type and size. To install the memory module, just push it vertically into the DIMM
socket. The DIMM module can only fit in one direction due to the notch. Memory size can vary
between sockets.
Support Unbuffered DDR DIMM Sizes type:
64 Mbit (2Mx8x4 banks) 64 Mbit (1Mx16x4 banks) 128 Mbit(4Mx8x4 banks)
128 Mbit(2Mx16x4 banks) 256 Mbit(8Mx8x4 banks) 256 Mbit(4Mx16x4 banks)
512 Mbit(16Mx8x4 banks) 512 Mbit(8Mx16x4 banks)
Note:
1. GA-8STXC can only support 4 banks of DDR333.
2. If you mix DDR266 and DDR333 then all modules will run as DDR266.
SS: Single Side, DS: Double Side
Install memory in any combination table:
DDR1 (Bank 0&1) DDR2 (Bank 2&3) DDR3 (Bank 4&5)
S S none none
DS none none
S S S S none
DS S S none
DS DS none
SS SS SS
DS SS SS
DS DS SS
DS DS DS

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Established on the existing SDRAM industry infrastructure, DDR (Double Data Rate) memory is
a high performance and cost-effective solution that allows easy adoption for memory vendors, OEMs
and system integrators.
DDR memory is a sensible evolutionary solution for the PC industry that builds on the existing
SDRAM infrastructure, yet makes awesome advances in solving the system performance bottleneck
by doubling the memory bandwidth. DDR SDRAM will offer a superior solution and migration path from
existing SDRAM designs due to its availability, pricing and overall market support. PC2100 DDR
memory (DDR266) doubles the data rate through reading and writing at both the rising and falling edge
of the clock, achieving data bandwidth 2X greater than PC133 when running with the same DRAM
clock frequency. With peak bandwidth of 2.1GB per second, DDR memory enables system OEMs to
build high performance and low latency DRAM subsystems that are suitable for servers, workstations,
high-end PC's and value desktop SMA systems. With a core voltage of only 2.5 Volts compared to
conventional SDRAM's 3.3 volts, DDR memory is a compelling solution for small form factor desktops
and notebook applications.
DDR Introduction
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When STR/DIMM LED is ON, do not install/remove DIMM from socket.
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Please note that the DIMM module can only fit in one direction due to the one
notches. Wrong orientation will cause improper installation. Please change
the insert orientation.
DDR
1. The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory
module can only fit in one direction.
2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the
DIMM socket. Then push it down.
3. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM
sockets to lock the DIMM module.
Reverse the installation steps when you wish to
remove the DIMM module.

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Step 3: Install expansion cards
1. Read the related expansion card’s instruction document before install the expansion card into the
computer.
2. Remove your computer’s chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.
3. Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.
4. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.
5. Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.
6. Replace your computer’s chassis cover.
7. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.
8. Install related driver from the operating system.
AGP Card
Please carefully pull out the small
white-drawable bar at the end of the
AGP slot when you try to install /
uninstall the AGP card. Please align
the AGP card to the onboard AGP
slot and press firmly down on the
slot. Make sure your AGP card is
locked by the small white-drawable
bar.
Issues To Beware Of When Installing CNR
Please use standard CNR card like the one in order to avoid mechanical problem.
Standard CNR Card

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Step 4: Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires and power
supply
Step4-1 : I/O Back Panel Introduction
XX
XX
XPS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector
This connector supports standard PS/2 keyboard
and PS/2 mouse.
YUSB / LAN Connector
Before you connect your device(s) into USB
connector(s), please make sure your device(s)
such as USB keyboard,mouse, scanner, zip,
speaker...etc. Have a standard USB
interface.Also make sure your OS (Win 95 with
USB supplement, Win98, Windows 2000,
Windows ME, Win NT with SP 6) supports USB
controller. If your OS does not support USB
controller, please contact OS vendor for
possible patch or driver upgrade. For more infor-
mation please contact your OS or device(s)
vendors.
PS/2 Mouse Connector
(6 pin Female)
PS/2 Keyboard Connector
(6 pin Female)
X
YZ[
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USB 0
USB 1
LAN Connector

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[Game / MIDI Ports
\Audio Connectors
This connector supports joystick, MIDI keyboard
and other relate audio devices.
After install onboard audio driver, you may con-
nect speaker to Line Out jack, microphone to
MIC In jack. Device like CD-ROM, walkman
etc. can be connected to Line-In jack.
ZParallel Port and Serial Ports (COMA / COMB)
This connector supports 2 standard COM ports
and 1 Parallel port. Device like printer can be
connected to Parallel port; mouse and modem
etc. can be connected to Serial ports.
Parallel Port
(25 pin Female)
COMA COMB
Serial Port (9 pin Male)
Joystick / MIDI (15 pin Female)
Line In
MIC In
Line Out

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GA-8STXC
CI
Step 4-2 : Connectors Introduction
61 597
8
18
19
10
11
2
1820211713
12
14
3
16
1) CPU_FAN
2) SYS_FAN
3) PWR_FAN
4) NB_FAN
5) ATX_12V
6) ATX POWER
7) FDD
8) IDE1 / IDE2
9) DIMM_LED
10) BAT
11) F_PANEL
12) F_AUDIO_I
13) SPDIF
14) CD_IN
15) F_USB1 / F_USB2
16) S_IRQ
17) IR
18) CI
19) CLR_CMOS
20) WOL
21) WOR
4
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2) SYS_FAN (System Fan Connector)
1) CPU_FAN (CPU Fan Connector)
+12V/Control
Sense
GND
Please note, a proper installation of the CPU
cooler is essential to prevent the CPU from
running under abnormal condition or damaged
by overheating. The CPU fan connector sup-
ports Max. current up to 600 mA.
1
4) NB_FAN (Chip Fan Connector) If you installed wrong direction, the Chip Fan
will not work. Sometimes will damage the Chip
Fan. (Usually black cable is GND)
This connector allows you to link with the
cooling fan on the system case to lower the
system temperature.
+12V/Control
Sense
GND
1
3) PWR_FAN (Power Fan Connector)
+12V/Control
Sense
GND
1
This connector allows you to link with the
cooling fan on the system case to lower the
power temperature.
VCC
GND
1

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This connector (ATX +12V) supplies the CPU
operation voltage (Vcore).
If this " ATX+ 12V connector" is not connected,
system cannot boot.
5) ATX_12V ( +12V Power Connector)
6) ATX POWER (ATX Power Connector) AC power cord should only be connected to
your power supply unit after ATX power cable
and other related devices are firmly connected
to the motherboard.
4
+12VGND
+12VGND
3
2
1
20
1
PS-ON(Soft On/Off)
3.3V
GND
GND
GND
VCC
-5V
-12V
GND
VCC
3.3V
3.3V
GND
GND
GND
VCC
VCC
+12V
5V SB(Stand by +5V)
Power Good
7) FDD (Floppy Connector)
1
Please connect the floppy drive ribbon cables
to FDD. It supports 360K,12M,1.44M and
2.88M bytes floppy disk types.
The red stripe of the ribbon cable must be the
same side with the Pin1.

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8) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE1 / IDE2 Connector) Important Notice:
Please connect first hard disk to IDE1 and
connect CD-ROM to IDE2.
The red stripe of the ribbon cable must be the
same side with the Pin1.
IDE2 IDE1
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9) DIMM_LED Do not remove memory modules while
DIMM LED is on. It might cause short or other
unexpected damages due to the 2.5V stand
by voltage. Remove memory modules only
when STR function is disabled by jumper and
AC Power cord is disconnected.
10) BAT (Battery) CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
+
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+

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11) F_PANEL (2x9 Pins Connector)
Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc. of your
chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment above.
GN (Green Switch) Open: Normal Operation
Close: Entering Green Mode
G (Green LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)
Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
H (IDE Hard Disk Active LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)
Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
SPK (Speaker Connector) Pin 1: VCC(+)
Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
Pin 4: Data(-)
RST (Reset Switch) Open: Normal Operation
Close: Reset Hardware System
PW (Soft Power Connector) Open: Normal Operation
Close: Power On/Off
P+ / P- / P- (Power LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)
Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
Pin 3: LED cathode(-)
1
GN+
G+
PW
P+
P-
P-
H+
GN-
G-
RST
SPK
H-
2
1718
1
1
1
1

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Be careful with the polarity of the front panel
USB connector. Check the pin assignment
while you connect the front panel USB cable.
Please contact your nearest dealer for optional
front panel USB 2.0 cable.
15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector)
(F_USB1 & F_USB2 connectors in yellow are for USB 2.0)
USB Dy-
USB Dy+
Power
USB Dx-
USB Dx+
1
USB Over
Current
Power
GND
GND
14) CD_IN (CD Audio In Connector) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to
the connector.
1
CD_L
GND
CD_R
12) F_AUDIO_I (Front Audio Connector)
If you want to use Front Audio connector, you
must remove 5-6, 9-10 Jumper.
In order to utilize the front audio header, your
chassis must have front audio connector. Also
please make sure the pin assigment on the
cable is the same as the pin assigment on the
MB header. To find out if the chassis you are
buying support front audio connector, please
contact your dealer.
1
GND
Reserved
MIC
Rear Audio (R)
Rear Audio (L)
FrontAudio (R)
FrontAudio (L)
POWER REF
13) SPDIF (SPDIF) The SPDIF output is capable of providing
digital audio to external speakers or
compressed AC3 data to an external Dolby
Digital Decoder. Use this feature only when
your stereo system has digital input function.
6 Channel output : A “S/PDIF output” connec-
tor is available on the motherboard. Please
contact your nearest dealer for optional SPDIF
cable.
VCC
SPDIF Out
GND
1
10 9
2

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16) S_IRQ (Serial IRQ Connector)
Signal
GND
1
This connector is for special design,
for example: PCMCIA add on card.
1
VCC(+5V)
IR Data Input
GND
17) IR Please make sure that pin 1 on the IR device
is align with pin 1 of the connector. To enable
the IR function on the board, you are required
to purchase an option IR module. For more
detail information please contact your nearest
dealer for optional IR device.
NC
IR Data Output
19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS)#
1-2 close: Normal
You may clear the CMOS data to its default
values by this jumper. To clear CMOS, tem-
porarily short 1-2 pin.
1
2-3 close: Clear CMOS
1
18) CI (CASE OPEN) This 2 pin connector allows your system to
enable or disable the system alarm if the
system case begin remove.
1Signal
GND