Gigabyte GA-F2A55M-HD2 User manual

GA-F2A55M-HD2
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-F255HD2-1001R

Motherboard
GA-F2A55M-HD2
Sept. 14, 2012
Sept. 14, 2012
Motherboard GA-F2A55M-HD2

Copyright
©2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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Disclaimer
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Changes to the specications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE
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No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any
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In order to assist in the use of this product, carefully read the User's Manual.
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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision
The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV:
1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before
updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:

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Table of Contents
GA-F2A55M-HD2 Motherboard Layout...........................................................................5
GA-F2A55M-HD2 Motherboard Block Diagram ..............................................................6
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................7
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 7
1-2 ProductSpecications...................................................................................... 8
1-3 Installing the APU........................................................................................... 10
1-4 Installing the Memory..................................................................................... 11
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 11
1-6 SetupoftheAMDDualGraphicsConguration............................................. 12
1-7 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 13
1-8 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 15
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................22
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 23
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 24
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 26
2-4 System ........................................................................................................... 33
2-5 BIOS Features ............................................................................................... 34
2-6 Peripherals..................................................................................................... 37
2-7 Power Management....................................................................................... 40
2-8 Save & Exit..................................................................................................... 42
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................43
Chapter 4 Appendix ......................................................................................................43
4-1 ConguringSATAHardDrive(s)..................................................................... 43
4-2 Regulatory Statements................................................................................... 46

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GA-F2A55M-HD2 Motherboard Layout
Box Contents
5GA-F2A55M-HD2 motherboard
5Motherboard driver disk 5Two SATA cables
5User's Manual 5I/O Shield
KB_MS_USB
CPU_FAN
ATX
GA-F2A55M-HD2
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
B_BIOS
DDR3_1
DDR3_2
BAT
F_PANEL
ATX_12V
DVI
CODEC
CLR_CMOS
M_BIOS
VGA
USB_LAN
PCIEX16
PCIEX1
PCI
F_USB1
F_USB2
COM
SYS_FAN
Socket FM2
HDMI
Realtek GbE
LAN
AMD A55
SPDIF_O
SATA2
2
3
iTE Super I/O
0 1
SATA2
The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you
obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.

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GA-F2A55M-HD2 Motherboard Block Diagram
Fordetailedproductinformation/limitation(s),referto"1-2ProductSpecications."
UMI
APUCLK+/-(100MHz)
DDR31866/1600/1333/1066MHz
Dual Channel Memory
PCI Express Bus
PCIe CLK
(100MHz)
1 PCI Express x16
1 PCI
PCI Bus
PCI CLK
(33MHz)
Dual BIOS
D-Sub
LAN
RJ45
x1
Realtek
GbE LAN
x16
8 USB 2.0/1.1
DVI-D
4 SATA 3Gb/s
AMD APU
DISPCLK+/-(100MHz)
LineOut(FrontSpeakerOut)
MIC(Center/SubwooferSpeakerOut)
LineIn(RearSpeakerOut)
CODEC
S/PDIF Out
AMD A55
x1
1 PCI Express x1
COM
LPC
Bus
PS/2 KB/Mouse
iTE
Super I/O
HDMI

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damagedasaresultofelectrostaticdischarge(ESD).Priortoinstallation,carefullyreadtheuser's
manual and follow these procedures:
•Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.
•Priortoinstallation,donotremoveorbreak motherboard S/N (Serial Number) stickeror
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
•Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
•When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make
sure they are connected tightly and securely.
•When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
•It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic
components such as a motherboard, APU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keepyourhandsdryandrsttouchametalobjecttoeliminatestaticelectricity.
•Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
•Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply
has been turned off.
•Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
•Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware
components are connected.
•To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
•Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
•Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
•Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
•Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.
•If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.

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1-2 ProductSpecications
APU FM2 Socket:
- AMD A series processors
- AMD Athlon™series processors
(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestAPUsupportlist.)
Chipset AMD A55
Memory 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory
* Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memoryisinstalled,theactualmemorysizedisplayedwillbelessthanthesizeof
the physical memory installed.
Dual channel memory architecture
SupportforDDR31866/1600/1333/1066MHzmemorymodules
SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
 (GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestsupportedmemoryspeedsandmemory
modules.)
Onboard
Graphics
APU:
* To use the onboard graphics ports, you must install an AMD APU with integrated
graphics.
- 1 x D-Sub port
- 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 2560x1600
* Support for 2560x1600 resolution requires both a monitor and cable that support
Dual Link DVI.
* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
Audio Realtek ALC887 codec
HighDenitionAudio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
 * Tocongure7.1-channelaudio,youhavetouseanHDfrontpanelaudiomodule
and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN RealtekGbELANchip(10/100/1000Mbit)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
1 x PCI Express x1 slot
(AllPCIExpressslotsconformtoPCIExpress2.0standard.)
1 x PCI slot
Multi-Graphics
Technology
Support for AMD Dual Graphics technology
* Only A series APUs support AMD Dual Graphics.
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD
USB Chipset:
 - Upto8USB2.0/1.1ports(4portsonthebackpanel,4portsavailablethrough
theinternalUSBheaders)
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

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Internal
Connectors
1 x APU fan header
1 x system fan header
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x serial port header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel
Connectors
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x D-Sub port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3xaudiojacks(LineIn/LineOut/Microphone)
I/O Controller iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
System voltage detection
APU/System temperature detection
APU/System fan speed detection
APU overheating warning
APU/System fan fail warning
APU/System fan speed control
* Whether the APU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the
APU/system cooler you install.
BIOS 2x32Mbitash
Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a
Unique Features Support for @BIOS
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Install
Support for EasyTune
* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Support for Smart Recovery 2
Support for Auto Green
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Support for 3TB+ Unlock
Support for Q-Share

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Bundled
Software NortonInternetSecurity(OEMversion)
Operating
System Support for Microsoft®Windows 8/7/Vista/XP
Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.5cm x 17.4cm
* GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecicationsandproduct-relatedinformationwithout
prior notice.
* PleasevisitGIGABYTE'swebsitetocheckthesupportedoperatingsystem(s)forthesoftwarelistedinthe"UniqueFeatures"
and"BundledSoftware"columns.
1-3 Installing the APU
Installing the APU
Locatethepinone(denotedbyasmalltriangle)oftheAPUsocketandtheAPU.
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the APU:
•Make sure that the motherboard supports the APU.
(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestAPUsupportlist.)
•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
APU to prevent hardware damage.
•Locate the pin one of the APU. The APU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly.
•Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the APU.
•Do not turn on the computer if the APU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
of the APU may occur.
•SettheAPUhostfrequencyinaccordancewiththeAPUspecications.Itisnotrecommended
thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheAPU,graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
APU
FM2 Socket
A Small Triangle Marking
Denotes APU Pin One
A Small Triangle Marking Denotes
Pin One of the Socket

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1-4 Installing the Memory
DualChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory
isinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.EnablingDual
Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as
following:
Channel 0: DDR3_2
Channel 1: DDR3_1
DDR3_2 DDR3_1
Due to APU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of
the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
•Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestsupportedmemoryspeedsandmemorymodules.)
•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
memory to prevent hardware damage.
•Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.
If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
•Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an
expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

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(Note) MakesurethedriversfortheChipset,onboardgraphics,andexternalgraphicscardareproperly
installed.
Procedure and driver screen for enabling the AMD Dual Graphics technology may differ by
graphics card and driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics card for more
information.
1-6 SetupoftheAMDDualGraphicsConguration
Combining the onboard GPU with a discrete graphics card, AMD's Dual Graphics technology can provide
signicantlyadvanceddisplayperformanceforAMDplatform.Readthefollowinginstructionsonconguringa
Dual Graphics system.
A. System Requirements
-AMD A series processor
-Windows 7 operating system
-AnAMDDualGraphicstechnology-supportedmotherboard(withtheBIOSupdatedtothelatestversion)
andcorrectdriver(makesuretheonboardgraphicsdriverversionisRev.8.981orabove)
-AnAMDRadeonHD6000seriesgraphicscardthatsupportsAMDDualGraphicstechnology(formore
details,pleasevisitAMD'sofcialwebsite)andcorrectdriver
B.InstallingtheGraphicsCardsandConguringBIOSSetup
Step 1:
Observethestepsin"1-5InstallinganExpansionCard"andinstallanAMDDualGraphicstechnology-supported
graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot. Plug the monitor cable into the graphics card and start up your computer.
Step 2:
Enter BIOS Setup to set the following items under the Peripherals\GFXConguration menu:
-Set Integrated Graphics to Force.
-Set UMA Frame Buffer Size to 512M or above.
Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Restart your computer.
C.ConguringtheGraphicsDriver
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to
the AMDVISIONEngineControlCenter. Browse to Performance\
AMD Radeon™Dual Graphics and ensure the Enable AMD
Radeon Dual Graphics check box is selected.

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1-7 Back Panel Connectors
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
TheUSBportsupportstheUSB2.0/1.1specication.Usethisport for USB devices such as a USB
keyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.
PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port
Usetheupperport(green)toconnectaPS/2mouseandthelowerport(purple)toconnectaPS/2keyboard.
D-Sub Port
The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection
to this port.
DVI-D Port (Note)
TheDVI-DportconformstotheDVI-Dspecicationandsupportsamaximumresolutionof2560x1600.
Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port. Please note that the actual resolutions
supported are dependent on the monitor being used and support for 2560x1600 resolution requires both
a monitor and cable that support Dual Link DVI.
HDMI Port
HDMI(High-DenitionMultimediaInterface)isanall-digitalaudio/videointerfacecapableoftransmitting
uncompressed audio/video signals. The HDMI port is HDCPcompliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD
MasterAudioformats.Italsosupportsupto192KHz/24bit8-channelLPCMaudiooutput.Youcanuse
this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 1920x1200, but
the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.
(Note) TheDVI-DportdoesnotsupportD-Subconnectionbyadapter.
After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI.
(Theitemnamemaydifferdependingonyouroperatingsystem.Thescreenshotbelowisfrom
Windows7.)
In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and
Sound>Sound>Playback, set AMDHighDenitionAudio
Device to the default playback device.

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•Whenremovingthecableconnectedtoabackpanelconnector,rstremovethecablefromyour
device and then remove it from the motherboard.
•When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent
an electrical short inside the cable connector.
Tocongure7.1-channelaudio,youhavetouseanHDfrontpanelaudiomoduleandenablethe
multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
Connection/Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
Activity LED:
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
RJ-45LANPort
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
LineInJack(Blue)
The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
LineOutJack(Green)
The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used
toconnectfrontspeakersina4/5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.
MicInJack(Pink)
The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

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1-8 Internal Connectors
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:
•First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
•Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
•After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
1) ATX_12V
2) ATX
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN
5) SATA2 0/1/2/3
6) F_PANEL
7) F_AUDIO
8) SPDIF_O
9) F_USB1/F_USB2
10) COM
11) CLR_CMOS
12) BAT
1
2
5
910
12
7
64
8
11
3
5

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DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
131
24
12
ATX
1/2)ATX_12V/ATX(2x412VPowerConnectorand2x12MainPowerConnector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components
onthemotherboard.Beforeconnectingthepowerconnector,rstmakesurethepowersupplyisturned
off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the
power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the APU. If the 12V power connector is not connected,
the computer will not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
powerconsumptionbeused(500Worgreater).Ifapowersupplyisusedthatdoesnotprovidethe
required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
ATX:
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 3.3V 13 3.3V
2 3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON(softOn/Off)
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 Power Good 20 -5V
95VSB(standby+5V) 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V(Onlyfor2x12-pin
ATX)
23 +5V(Onlyfor2x12-pinATX)
12 3.3V(Onlyfor2x12-pin
ATX)
24 GND(Onlyfor2x12-pin
ATX)
DEBUG PORT
G.QBOFM
ATX_12V
4
1
8
5
ATX_12V:
Pin No. Denition
1GND(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)
2GND(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)
3 GND
4 GND
5+12V(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)
6+12V(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)
7 +12V
8 +12V

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3/4)CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN(FanHeaders)
All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
Whenconnectingafancable,besuretoconnectitinthecorrectorientation(theblackconnectorwire
isthegroundwire).ThemotherboardsupportsAPUfanspeedcontrol,whichrequirestheuseofaAPU
fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be
installed inside the chassis.
•Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your APU and system from
overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the APU or the system may hang.
•Thesefanheadersarenotcongurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.
CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
1
5) SATA20/1/2/3(SATA3Gb/sConnectors)
The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD A55 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,
RAID10,andJBOD.RefertoChapter4,"ConguringSATAHardDrive(s),"forinstructionsonconguring
a RAID array.
•ARAID0orRAID1congurationrequiresatleasttwoharddrives.Ifmorethantwoharddrives
are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.
•ARAID10congurationrequiresfourharddrives.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
7
1
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
2
3
SATA2
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
7
0 1
SATA2
1
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V
3 Sense
4 Speed Control

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The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch,
reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis
front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are
matched correctly.
6) F_PANEL(FrontPanelHeader)
Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, and system status indicator on the chassis to this header
according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
•PW (PowerSwitch):
 Connectstothepowerswitchonthechassisfrontpanel.Youmaycongurethewaytoturnoffyour
systemusingthe power switch (refer toChapter2, "BIOS Setup," "PowerManagement,"formore
information).
•Speaker (Speaker):
Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing
a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.
•HD (HardDriveActivityLED):
Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive
is reading or writing data.
•RES (ResetSwitch):
Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer
ifthecomputerfreezesandfailstoperformanormalrestart.
•CI (ChassisIntrusionHeader):
Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has
been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.
•MSG/PWR (Message/Power/SleepLED):
Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in S3/
S4sleepstateorpoweredoff(S5).
System Status LED
S0 On
S3/S4/S5 Off
1
2
19
20
MSG- PW- SPEAK+ SPEAK-
MSG+ PW+
Message/Power/
Sleep LED
HD-
RES+
HD+
RES-
Hard Drive
Activity LED
Reset
Switch
Speaker
F_USB30 F_AUDIO(H)
DB_PORT
F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL
(H61M-D2)
ACPI_CPT
(GA-IVB)
BIOS_PH
(GA-IVB)
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOS
CI
DIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
TPM
w/housing
Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC)
PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC)
DIP
123
DIP
123
DIP
123
DIP
123
1
1
1
1
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC)
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
M_SATA
Power
Switch
Power LED
CI-
CI+
PWR-
PWR+
Chassis Intrusion
Header

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7) F_AUDIO(FrontPanelAudioHeader)
 ThefrontpanelaudioheadersupportsIntelHighDenitionaudio(HD)andAC'97audio.Youmayconnect
your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module
connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module
connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
•The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default.
•Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously.
•Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire
instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has
different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.
For HD Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Denition
1 MIC2_L
2 GND
3 MIC2_R
4 -ACZ_DET
5 LINE2_R
6 GND
7 FAUDIO_JD
8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L
10 GND
For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Denition
1 MIC
2 GND
3 MIC Power
4 NC
5LineOut(R)
6 NC
7 NC
8 No Pin
9LineOut(L)
10 NC
8) SPDIF_O(S/PDIFOutHeader)
 ThisheadersupportsdigitalS/PDIFOutandconnectsaS/PDIFdigitalaudiocable(providedbyexpansion
cards)fordigitalaudiooutputfromyourmotherboardtocertainexpansioncardslikegraphicscardsand
sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for
digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display
to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time.
For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion
card.
Pin No. Denition
1 SPDIFO
2 GND
1
1
2
9
10

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Pin No. Denition
1 NDCD-
2 NSIN
3 NSOUT
4 NDTR-
5 GND
6 NDSR-
7 NRTS-
8 NCTS-
9 NRI-
10 No Pin
10) COM(SerialPortHeader)
The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional
COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.
9) F_USB1/F_USB2(USB2.0/1.1Headers)
 TheheadersconformtoUSB2.0/1.1specication.EachUSBheadercanprovidetwoUSBportsviaan
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
•DonotplugtheIEEE1394bracket(2x5-pin)cableintotheUSBheader.
•Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.
Pin No. Denition
1Power(5V)
2Power(5V)
3 USB DX-
4 USB DY-
5 USB DX+
6 USB DY+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC
10
9
2
1
10
9
2
1