PNY 8200 User manual

Preface
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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 installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference 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 governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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 interference 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.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1 Describes features of the motherboard.
Introducing the Motherboard
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Chapter 2 Describes installation of motherboard components.
Installing the Motherboard
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Chapter 3 Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.
Using BIOS
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Chapter 4 Describes the motherboard software
Using the Motherboard Software
Go to Page 45
Chapter 5 Provides information about SATA RAID Setup
Setting Up NVIDIA RAID Configuration Go to Page 51

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction…........................................................................................1
Feature ...................................................................................................2
Motherboard Components….….............................................................4
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions.....................................................................................7
Choosing a Computer Case…...................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Case........................................................7
Checking Jumper Settings.........................................................................8
Setting Jumpers……………...........................................................8
Checking Jumper Settings….…........................................................9
Jumper Settings...............................................................................9
Connecting Case Components…….…….................................................10
FrontPanelHeader..........................................................................12
Installing Hardware..................................................................................13
Installing the Processor......................................................................13
Installing Memory Modules.................................................................14
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive……..………...18
Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive........................................................19
Installing Add-on Cards.....................................................................20
Connecting Optional Devices...............................................................22
Connecting I/O Devices...........................................................................25
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
About the Setup Utility.............................................................................27
The Standard Configuration................................................................27
Entering the Setup Utility…….…………...........................................27
Updating the BIOS.............................................................................29
Using the BIOS………….…...................................................................29
Standard CMOS Setup……….............................................................30
Advanced Setup…………………………..…....................................32
Advanced Chipset Setup.......................................................................33
Integrated Peripherals……..………………………………………….35
Power Management Setup…………………………..............................36

PCI/PNP Configuration…….…………………….............................38
PC Health Status...............................................................................39
Frequency/Voltage Control……………………….............................41
Load Default Settings….....................................................................42
Supervisor Password…………………………..................................42
User Password………………………..............................................43
Save & Exit Setup…..........................................................................43
Exit Without Saving……………........................................................43
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
About the Software CD-ROM..................................................................45
Auto-installing under Windows XP/Vista..........................................45
Running Setup………………..............................................................................46
Manual Installation……………………….........................................50
Utility Software Reference……………….........................................50
Chapter 5
Setting Up NVIDIA RAID Configuration
Setting Up a Non-Bootable RAID Array.................................................51
Setting Up a Bootable RAID Array…….................................................51

Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the GF8200A motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard that
supports socket for AMD PhenomTM processor (socket AM2+)/AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core/AthlonTM 64/ SempronTM processors for
high-end business or personal desktop markets.
This motherboard is based on NVIDIA®GeForce8200 (MCP78S) Premium media and communications processor (MCP) for best
desktop platform solution. GeForce8200 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance HyperTransport peripheral controller,
unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. The memory controller supports DDR2 memory DIMM frequencies of 1066*1
(AM2+)/800/667/533/ 400. It supports four DDR2 sockets with maximum memory size of 32 GB*2. High resolution graphics via one
PCI Express x16 slot, two PCI Express x1 slots, 12 USB
2.0 ports (6 USB ports and 3 USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports) and SATA support with RAID function.
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 HDMI
port, one eSATA port, six USB ports, one LAN port and audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 6/8-ch (optional) line-out. This
motherboard is designed in an ATX form factor using a four-layer printed circuit board and measures 305 mm x 220 mm.
* 1. Due to the limitation of AMD CPU spec, please refer to Memory QVL for more information.
2. Due to the DRAM maximum size (2 GB per dimm) at present, thememory maximum size we have tested is 8 GB.
Feature
Processor
This motherboard uses a socket AM2+/AM2 that carries the following features:
. • Accommodates AMD PhenomTM processor (socket AM2+) AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core/AthlonTM
64/SempronTM processors
. • Supports HyperTransportTM (HT) 3.0 interface speeds
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.
Chipset
The NVIDIA®GeForce8200 is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance.
. • HyperTransport 3.0 x16 up and down links to the AMD socket AM2+/ AM2 CPU
. • PCI Express 16-lane link interface for external graphics processors
. • PCI Express Generation 2.0 compatible
. • Integrated NVIDIAGeForce®Series DirectX 10 Vertex Shader 4.0 graphics processor
. • Compliant with PCI v2.3 interface at 33 MHz
. • Integrated SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
. • Twelve USB 2.0 ports supported
. • Fast ATA-133 IDE controller
. • NVIDIA®MediaShieldTM RAID with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD
. • Integrated Hybird SLI technology, NVIDIA®UltraShadowTM technology, full NVIDIA®nView®
multi-display technology capability
Memory
. • Supports DDR2 1066 (AM2+)/800/667/533/400 DDR2 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture
. • Accommodates four unbuffered DIMMs
. • Up to 8 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 32 GB*
Audio (Optional)
The onboard Audio provides either of the following features: