Zotac 880G User manual

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of 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 instructions
contained in this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio and television 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 INTO AN OUTLET ON A CIRCUIT DIFFERENT FROM
THAT OF THE RECEIVER
- CONSULT THE DEALER OR AN EXPERIENCED AUDIO/TELEVISION TECHNICIAN
NOTE:
Connecting this device to peripheral devices that do not comply with Class B requirements, or
using an unshielded peripheral data cable, could also result in harmful interference to radio or
television reception.
The user is cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
To ensure that the use of this product does not contribute to interference, it is necessary to use
shielded I/O cables.
Copyright
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reproduced by any means.
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, no responsibility for
errors or omissions is assumed. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the
use of the information contained herein.
Trademarks
All brand names, logos and registered trademarks mentioned are property of their respective
owners.
Electronic Emission Notices
WARNING!

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Table of Contents
Motherboard Specications ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Motherboard Layout------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
Hardware Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Safety Instructions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Preparing the motherboard ------------------------------------------------------------------ 8
Installing the CPU ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Installing the CPU Fan ------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Installing Memory Modules ------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Installing the motherboard ------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Installing the I/O Shield ------------------------------------------------------------------ 11
Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis ---------------------------------------- 11
Connecting Cables and Setting Switches------------------------------------------------ 12
24-pin ATX Power Connector ---------------------------------------------------------- 13
4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector------------------------------------------------------ 13
USB Headers------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
FP Audio Header -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Front Panel Header----------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Speaker Header --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Connecting Serial ATA Cables (optional) -------------------------------------------- 16
Fan Connectors---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
SPDIF-Out Connector-------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Expansion Slots---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Jumper Settings --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Conguring the BIOS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Enter BIOS Setup ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19
Main Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
X-Setting Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Advanced Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
CPU Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 20
SATA Conguration ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Power Conguration---------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
USB Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 21
Security -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
PCIPnP -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Chipset Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Display Conguration--------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
OnBoard Device Conguration -------------------------------------------------------- 23
Memory Conguration-------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
PCI Express Conguration-------------------------------------------------------------- 23
PC Health Menu-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
CPUFAN Mode Setting ------------------------------------------------------------------ 24
Boot Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24

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Boot Settings Conguration------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Exit Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Save Changes and Exit------------------------------------------------------------------ 25
Discard Changes and Exit -------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Discard Changes -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Load Optimal Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Load Failsafe Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
Flash Update Procedure -------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
Installing Drivers and Software -------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Drivers Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Realtek HD Audio Driver Setup ----------------------------------------------------------- 33
Getting Started----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33
Sound Effect-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33
Mixer------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 35
Audio I/O------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 37
Microphone --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41
3D Audio Demo---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42
Information --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42
SATA RAID User Manual ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 43
Setting up the BIOS --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43
Entering the RAID BIOS Setup ------------------------------------------------------------- 44
Creating a RAID set --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 44
Deleting a RAID set --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 45
Installing the RAID Drivers------------------------------------------------------------------- 46
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AMD RS880 motherboard
Motherboard Specications
qChipset
v AMD®RS880G/SB850
qSize
v Micro ATX form factor of 244mm x 210mm
qMicroprocessor support
v AMD® PhenomTM II/AthlonTM II/SempronTM with socket AM3 (TDP max: 95W)
qOperating systems:
v Supports Windows XP 32 bit/64 bit, Windows Vista 32 bit/64 bit and Windows 7
32bit/64bit
qSystem Memory support
v Supports Dual Channel DDR3 1333/1066/800, maximum memory size: 16 GB
qUSB 2.0 Ports
v Supports hot plug and play
v Twelve USB 2.0 ports (four on the back panel, eight via the USB brackets
connected to the internal USB headers) (optional)
v Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate
qOnboard Serial ATA III
v Independent DMA operation on six ports (optional)
vData transfer rates of 600 Mb/s
qOnboard LAN
vSupports IEEE 802.3
v Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
qOnboard Audio
v Azalia High-Denition audio
v Supports 8-channel audio
v Supports Jack-Sensing function
qGreen Function
v Supports ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Interface)
v Suspend to DRAM supported (STR)
v RTC timer to power-on the system
v AC power failure recovery

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qOnboard Graphics Support
v Integrates ATI RadeonTM HD 4250 graphics chipset
v Supports DirectX10.1 & Shader Model 4.1
v VGA/HDMI/DVI port output support (You can only use either DVI or HDMI at
one time)
qExpansion Slots
v One PCI Express x16 slot
v One PCI Express x1 slot
v Two PCI slots
Motherboard Specications

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Motherboard Layout
Figure 1. Board Layout
1. CPU fan connector
2. 24-pinATX power connector
3. SYS fan connector
4. SATA connectors
5. Front pannel header
6. Speaker header
7. Southbridge
8. USB headers
9. SPIDF connector
10. Clear CMOS jumper
11. PCI slots
12. PCI Express x16 slot
13. Front pannel audio header
14. PCI Express x1 slot
15. Backpanel connectors
16. CPU socket
17. Northbridge
18. 4-pin ATX_12V power connector
19. DDR3 slots
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1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
North Bridge
South Bridge
F_AUDIO
PW2
PW1
SATA1
JP1
FP1
FP_USB4
SATA2
SATA3
SATA4
USB
PCI2
PCI1
PCIEX2
DIMMB1
KB1
DIMMB2
AUDIO
SPDIF
DVI/VGA
USB LAN_
FP2
CPUFAN
SYSFAN
SATA5
SATA6
FP_USB2FP_USB3
FP_USB1
PCIEX1
HDMI
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
CN3
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1. PS/2 Mouse Port 2. PS/2 Keyboard Port
3. HDMI Port 4. SPDIF Ports
5. DVI Port 6. USB Ports
Figure 2: Backpanel connectors
Rear Panel
6
11
5
10
15
4
2
5
36 7
8
9
9. VGA Port
7.
Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel 8-Channel
Blue Line-In Line-In Line-In Line-In
Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange -- -- Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black -- Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Grey -- -- -- Side Speaker Out
Activity LED
Status Descritption
Off No link
Orange Linked
Blinking Data activity
8. LAN port LED indicators
Speed LED
Status Description
Off Speed: 10 Mbps
Green Speed: 100 Mbps
Orange Speed: 1000 Mbps
Speed LED Activity LED

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Hardware Installation
This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics
covered in this section are:
q Preparing the motherboard
v Installing the CPU
v Installing the CPU fan
v Installing Memory Modules
q Installing the motherboard
v Installing the I/O shield
v Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis
qConnecting cables and setting switches
Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precations.
Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main
source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis.
Preparing the Motherboard
The motherboard shipped in the box does not contain a CPU and memory. You need
to purchase these to complete this installation.

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Installing the CPU
Be very careful when handling the CPU. Make sure not to bend or break any pins on
the back. Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the
processor.
Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard.
1. Please turn off the power and unplug the power
cord before installing the CPU. Pull the lever up and
away from the socket until it is at a 90 degree angle
to the motherboard.
2. Look for the gold arrow on the CPU. The gold arrow
should point away from the lever pivot. The CPU can
only sit properly in the socket in the correct orientation.
3. If the CPU is correctly seated, the pins should be
completely embedded in the socket and can not be
seen (Please note that any deviation from the correct
installation procedures may cause permanent damage
to your motherboard).
4. Press the CPU down rmly into the socket and
close the lever. As the CPU is likely to move while
the lever is being closed, always close the lever with
your ngers pressing tightly on top of the CPU to
make sure the CPU is properly and completely seated
in the socket.
5. When you are installing the CPU, make sure the
CPU has a heat sink and a cooling fan attached on
the top to prevent overheating. If you do not have the
heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to
purchase and install them before turning on the
computer.
Installing the CPU Fan
There are many different fan types that can be used with this motherboard. Follow the
instruction that came with your fan assembly. Be sure that the fan orientation is correct
for your chassis type and your fan assembly.
Hardware Installation

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Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates for memory modules. It can support four 240-pin
DDR3 1333/1066/800. The total memory capacity is 16 GB. You must install at least
one module in any of the four slots. Refer to the following recommendations to install
the memory modules.
Note that a memory module has a notch, so it can only t in one direction. Refer to the following
procedure to install memory modules into the slots on the motherboard.
1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward.
2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the DIMM
slot. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the
connector.
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1.5V
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121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
DIMMA2
DIMMA1
DIMMB2
DIMMB1

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Hardware Installation
Installing the Motherboard
The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis
you are using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an
empty chassis. Determine if it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this
step or to secure the motherboard and then make all the connections. It is normally
easier to secure the motherboard rst.
Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure the motherboard into
the chassis.
Note: Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the
chassis covers to lock into place and for the expansion cards. Also
make sure the CPU Fan assembly is aligned with the vents on the
covers.
Installing the I/O Shield
The motherboard kit comes with an I/O shield that is used to block radio frequency
transmissions, protects internal components from dust and foreign objects, and
promotes correct airow within the chassis.
Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of the chassis.
Press the I/O shield into place and make sure it ts securely. If the I/O shield does not
t into the chassis, you would need to obtain the proper size from the chassis supplier.
Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis
Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the
motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are
studs that do not align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended
that you remove that stud to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. In most cases, it
is recommended to secure the motherboard with spacers.
1. Carefully place the motherboard onto the studs/spacers located inside the
chassis.
2. Align the mounting holes with the studs/spacers.
3. Align the connectors to the I/O shield.
4. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan
assembly instruction.
5. Secure the motherboard with screws.

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Connecting Cables and Setting Switches
This section takes you through all the connectors and switch settings necessary on
the motherboard. This will include:
q Power Connectors
v 24-pin ATX Power Connector
v 4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector
q Internal Headers/Connectors
v USB Headers
v Front Pannel Audio Header
v Front Panel Header
v Speaker Header
v SPDIF-Out Header
q Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors
q Fan Connectors
q Expansion Slots
q Jumper Settings
See Figure 1 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following
procedure.

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Hardware Installation
PWR1-Pin Denition
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V
2 +3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 PWROK 20 -5V
9 +5V_AUX 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V 23 +5V
12 +3.3V 24 GND
24-pin ATX Power Connector
PWR1 is the main power supply connector. Make sure that the power supply cable
and pins are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the
power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is secure.
4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector
PW2, the 4-pin ATX 12V power connection, is used to provide power to the CPU. Align the pins
to the connector and press rmly until seated.
PWR2-Pin Denition
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V
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121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
1
12
13
24
12
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PW1
PW2

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USB Headers
This motherboard contains four USB 2.0 ports that are exposed on the rear panel of
the chassis (Figure 2). The motherboard also contains four 10-pin internal headers
onboard. The onboard headers are optional.
Note. Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of your chassis (not all
chassis are equipped with the front panel option).
FP_USB1~FP_USB4-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment PIN Assignment
1 VCC 2 VCC
3 USBP0- 4 USBP1-
5 USBP0+ 6 USBP1+
7 GND 8 GND
9 KEY 10 NC
FP Audio Header
The audio connector supports HD
audio standard and provides two kinds
of audio output choices: the Front
Audio, the Rear Audio. The front Audio
supports re-tasking function. Note:
In order to utilize the front audio header,
your chassis must have front audio
connector. Also please make sure the
pin assignment on the cable is the same
as the pin assignment on the mainboard
header. To nd out if the chassis you are
buying supports a front audio connector,
please contract your dealer.
F_AUDIO-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment PIN Assignment
1 MIC2(L) 2 GND
3 MIC(R) 4 -ACZ-DET
5 Front Audio(R) 6 Reserved
7 FAVDIO-JD 8 Key(No pin)
9 Front Audio(L) 10 Reserved
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
1
1
FP_USB1
1
FP_USB2
FP_USB3 FP_USB4
1
1
F_AUDIO

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Hardware Installation
Front Panel Header
The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the
following four cables:
q PWR LED
Attach the front panel power LED cable to these two pins of the connector. The
Power LED indicates the system’s status.
q PWR SW
Attach the power button cable from the case to these two pins. Pressing the
power button on the front panel turns the system on and off rather than using the
power supply button.
q HDD LED
Attach the hard disk drive indicator LED cable to these two pins. The HDD indicator
LED indicates the activity status of the hard disks.
q RST SW
Attach the Reset switch cable from the front panel of the case to these two pins.
The system restarts when the RESET switch is pressed.
Note: Some chassis do not have all four cables. Be sure to match the name on
the connectors to the corresponding pins.
FP2-Pin Denition
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 HDD_LED+ 2 PW_LED+
3 HDD_LED- 4 PW_LED-
5 GND 6 PWR_SW
7 RESET 8 GND
9 NC 10 KEY
Speaker Header-FP1
FP1-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment
1 VCC
2 NC
3 NC
4 SPK-
FP2
1
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
FP1
1

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Connecting Serial ATA Cables (optional)
The Serial ATA III connector is used to connect the Serial ATA III device to the
motherboard. These connectors support the thin Serial ATA III cables for primary
storage devices. The current Serial ATA III interface allows up to 6 Gb/s data transfer
rate. There are six serial ATA connectors on the motherboard.
SATA-Pin Denition
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
Fan Connectors
There are two fan connectors on
the motherboard. The fan speed
can be detected and viewed in the
PC Health section of the CMOS
Setup.
SPDIF-Out Connector
This connector provides a SPDIF
(Sony/Philips Digital Interface)
output to digital multimedia device
through coaxial connector.
CN3 - Pin Denition
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 SPDIF-out
3 VCC
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
CPU Fan Connector
GND
+12V
Sense
System Fan Connector
SATA2
SATA1
SATA4
SATA3
Sense
+12V
GND
Control
SATA5
SATA6
CN3

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Hardware Installation
Expansion Slots
The motherboard contains four expansion slots: one PCI Express x1 slot, one PCI
Express x16 slot and two PCI slots.
PCIE x1 Slot-PCIEX1
There is one PCI Express x1 slot that is designed to accommodate less bandwidth
intensive cards, such as a modem or LAN card.
PCI Express x16 Slot-PCIEX2
There is one PCIE x16 slot reserved for graphics or video card that is fully compliant
to PCI Express 2.0.
PCI Slots-PCI1~2
The PCI slots support expansion cards such as a LAN card, USB card, SCSI card and
other cards that comply with PCI specications.
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
120 240
121
1.5V
PCIEX2
PCI1
PCI2
PCIEX1

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Jumper Settings
This chapter explains how to congure the motherboard’s hardware. Before using your
computer, make sure all jumpers and DRAM modules are set correctly. Refer to this
chapter whenever in doubt.
Notice:
1. Be sure to save the CMOS setting when exit the CMOS.
2. If the CPU is frequency multiplier locked, no CPU speed change will be seen
even if the frequency multiplier setting in CMOS setup is changed.
JP1-Clear CMOS
JP1 Selection
1-2* Normal*
2-3 Clear CMOS
1
1
If you want to clear the system conguration, use the JP1 (Clear CMOS Jumper) to
clear data.
Close Open * = Default setting.

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Conguring the BIOS
This section discusses how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Enter BIOS Setup
The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software. Correctly
setting the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance.
Use the following procedure to verify/change BIOS settings.
1. Power on the computer.,
2. Press the Del key when the following message displays at the bottom of the screen
during the Power On Self Test (POST).
Pressing Del takes you to the BIOS Setup Utility.
Note: 1. We reserve the right to update the BIOS version presented in the manual. The
BIOS pictures shown in this section are for reference only.
2. It is strongly recommended that you do not change the default BIOS settings.
Changing some settings could damage your system.
Main Menu
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS
automatically detects the items in this menu.
Note: Users please note that the
data in gray is non-changeable,
and the others are for selection.
q System Overview
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
q Processor
Display the auto-detected CPU specication.
q System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.
q System Time/Date
Allows you to set the system time/date.
Conguring the BIOS