Zotac GeForce 6100-VALUE 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.
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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.
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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
4-pin ATX 12V Power--------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
SPDIF In/Out Header (optional) ------------------------------------------------------- 14
Serial Port Header (optional) ----------------------------------------------------------- 14
Front Panel Header----------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
USB Headers (optional) ----------------------------------------------------------------- 16
FP Audio Header -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Speaker Header --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Floppy Disk Drive Connector----------------------------------------------------------- 18
LPT Header (optional)-------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Hard Disk Connector --------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Connecting Serial ATA Cables (optional) -------------------------------------------- 19
Fan Connectors---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Expansion Slots---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Jumper Settings --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Conguring the BIOS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Enter BIOS Setup ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 22
Main Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Advanced Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
CPU Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 23
IDE Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Floppy Conguration --------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
SuperIO Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
ACPI Conguration ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
APM Conguration------------------------------------------------------------------------ 24
MPS Conguration------------------------------------------------------------------------ 24
PCI Express Conguration-------------------------------------------------------------- 24
USB Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 24
Boot Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Boot Settings Conguration------------------------------------------------------------- 25

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Boot Device Priority----------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Hard Disk Drivers-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Removable Drivers------------------------------------------------------------------------ 25
Security Menu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
Change Supervisor/User Password -------------------------------------------------- 26
Boot Sector Virus Protection ----------------------------------------------------------- 26
PC Health Menu-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
PC Health ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Chipset Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
NorthBridge Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------- 27
SouthBridge MCP61 Conguration --------------------------------------------------- 27
Hyper Transport Conguration--------------------------------------------------------- 27
Exit Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Save Changes and Exit------------------------------------------------------------------ 28
Discard Changes and Exit -------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Discard Changes -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Load Optimal Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Load Failsafe Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Flash Update Procedure -------------------------------------------------------------------- 29
Installing Drivers and Software -------------------------------------------------------------- 30
Drivers Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30
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
Installing the RAID Drives-------------------------------------------------------------------- 46
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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
Motherboard Specications
qChipset
v NVIDIA®MCP61P series
qSize
v Micro ATX form factor of 9.6 inch x 7 inch
qMicroprocessor support
v AMD® PhenomTM II (x4)/AthlonTM II/SempronTM with socket AM3 (TDP max:65W)
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 DDRIII 1333/1066/800, maximum memory size: 8 GB
qUSB 2.0 Ports
v Supports hot plug and play
v Eight USB 2.0 ports (four on the back panel, four via the USB brackets
connected to the internal USB headers) (optional)
v Supports wake-up from S1
v Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate
qOnboard Serial ATA II
v Independent DMA operation on two ports (optional)
vData transfer rates of 300 Mb/s
qOnboard LAN
vLAN interface built-in onboard
v Supports 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
qOnboard Audio
v Azalia High-Denition audio
v Supports 6-channel/8-channel audio (optional)
v Supports Jack-Sensing function
q PCI Express Support
v Supports PCI Express 1.1
v Supports one PCIE x16 slot
v Low power consumption and power management features

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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
qOnboard Graphics Support
v Integrates GeForce 6100 engine core
v Supports DirectX9.0
q Expansion Slots
v One PCI Express x16 Graphics slot
v Two PCI bus master slots - ver.2.3 compliant (optional)
Motherboard Specications

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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
Motherboard Layout
Figure 1. Board Layout
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
DDR3-1
DDR3-2
PS2
VGA
PW2
USB/LAN
USB
SD1
FP_S1
JP2
SPDIF PCI 1
PCI 2
PCIE1
CO M LPT
SYSFAN
F_USB3
FLOPPY
SPK
FP1
F_USB1
J1H1
IDE
SATA-1
SATA-2
PW1
CPUFAN
Chipset
1. DDR3 slots
2. CPU socket
3. CPU fan connector
4. SATA connectors
5. 24-pin ATX power connector
6. Clear CMOS jumper
7. IDE connector
8. Speaker header
9. Front pannel header
10. USB headers (optional)
11. SYS fan connector
12. FLOPPY connector
13. LPT header (optional)
14. COM header (optional)
15. PCI slots (optional)
16. SPDIF header (optional)
17. PCI Express x16 slot
18. PS/2 power selection jumper
19. Front pannel audio header
20. Chipset
21. Backpanel connectors
22. 4-pin ATX_12V power connector

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1. PS/2 Mouse Port
2. PS/2 Keyboard Port
3. VGA Port
4. USB Ports
5. Lan Port with LEDs to indicate status.
· Green/Light Up/Blink = 10 Mbps/Link/Activity
· Green/Light Up/Blink = 100 Mbps/Link/Activity
6. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel
Blue Line-In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Center/Subwoofer
Figure 2: Backpanel connectors
Rear Panel
234 64
1 5
7
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

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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
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.
Hardware Installation
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.

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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
DDR3-1
DDR3-2
Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin
DDR3 1333/1066/800. The total memory capacity is 8 GB. You must install at least
one module in any of the two slots. Refer to the following recommendations to install
the memory modules.
q One DIMM: You can install the DIMM into any slot.
q Two DIMMs: Install into slots 1 and 2. The idea is to run on dual channel mode.
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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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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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
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 SPDIF-Out Header
v COM Header
v Front Panel Header
v USB Headers
v Front Pannel Audio Header
v Speaker Header
v Floppy Disk Drive Connector
v LPT Header
v Hard Disk Connector
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
PW1-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-PW1
PW1 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.
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
PW1
1
12
13
24
1
PW2
4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector-PW2
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.
PW2-Pin Denition
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V

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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
SPDIF-In/Out Header-SPDIF (optional)
This header provides a SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) Input & output to digital
multimedia device through coaxial connector.
Serial Port Connector-COM (optional)
SPDIF-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment
1 SPDIF-out
2 VCC3
3 NC
4 GND
COM - Pin Denition
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 DCD 2 RXD
3 TXD 4 DTR
5 GND 6 DSR
7 RTS 8 CTS
9 RI 10 NC
1
COM
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
SPDIF
1

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Hardware Installation
Front Panel Header-FP1
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.
Note: Some chassis do not have all four cables. Be sure to match the name on
the connectors to the corresponding pins.
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.
FP1-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
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
1FP1

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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
USB Headers-F_USB1/F_USB3 (optional)
This motherboard contains four USB 2.0 ports that are exposed on the rear panel of
the chassis (Figure 2). The motherboard also contains two 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).
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
F_USB1
F_USB3
1
1
F_USB1/F_USB3-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

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Hardware Installation
FP Audio Header-FP_S1
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.
FP_S1-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
1
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
FP_S1
SPK
1
Speaker Header-SPK
SPK-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment
1 VCC
2 NC
3 NC
4 SPK-

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GeForce6100-Value motherboard
Hard Disk Connector-IDE
The motherboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 control-
ler that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 function. You
can connect up to two hard disk drives, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy (reserved for future
BIOS) and other devices.
Floppy Disk Drive Connector-FLOPPY
The motherboard provides a standard oppy disk drive connector that supports 360K,
720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M oppy disk types.
LPT Connector-LPT (optional)
1 STROBE
2 ALF*
3 PD0
4 ERR*
5 PD1
6 INIT*
7 PD2
8 SCLTIN*
9 PD3
10 GND
11 PD4
12 GND
13 PD5
14 GND
15 PD6
16 GND
17 PD7
18 GND
19 ACK*
20 GND
21 BUSY
22 GND
23 PE
24 GND
25 SLCT
26 NC
LPT - Pin Denition
1
LPT
FLOPPY
IDE
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
1
1

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Hardware Installation
Connecting Serial ATA Cables (optional)
The SerialATAII connector is used to connect the SerialATAII device to the motherboard.
These connectors support the thin Serial ATA II cables for primary storage devices.
The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to 3 Gb/s data transfer rate. There are two
serial ATA connectors on the motherboard that support IDE and RAID congurations.
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.
SD1
120 240
121
120 240
121
1.5V
1.5V
SATA-2
SATA-1
CPUFAN
GND
+12V
Sense
Control
SYS_FAN
GND
+12V
Sense