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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 1.1 Before You Start 1 1.2 Package Checklist 1 1.3 Motherboard Features 2 1.4 Rear Panel Connectors 3 1.5 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 5 2.1 Installing Central Processing Unit (CPU 5 2.2 FAN Headers 7 2.3 Installing System Memory 8 2.4 Connectors and Slots 10 Chapter 3: Headers & Jumpers Setup 12 3.1 How to ...
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 1.1 Before You Start 1 1.2 Package Checklist 1 1.3 Motherboard Features 2 1.4 Rear Panel Connectors 3 1.5 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 5 2.1 Installing Central Processing Unit (CPU 5 2.2 FAN Headers 7 2.3 Installing System Memory 8 2.4 Connectors and Slots 10 Chapter 3: Headers & Jumpers Setup 12 3.1 How to ...
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... / 66 / 100 / 133Bus Master supports PIO Mode 0~4, Mode SATA IntegratedSerial ATA Controller Data transfer rates up to 1.5 Gb/s. SATA Version 1.0specificationcompliant. Motherboard Manual 1.3 MOT HERBOARD FEAT URES SPEC CPU Socket AM2 AMDSempron processors Supports Hyper Transport andCool=n=Quiet FSB Chipset Support HyperTransport K8M80 0 VT823 7R+ ITE IT8705 Supports up to 800MHz Bandwidth...
... / 66 / 100 / 133Bus Master supports PIO Mode 0~4, Mode SATA IntegratedSerial ATA Controller Data transfer rates up to 1.5 Gb/s. SATA Version 1.0specificationcompliant. Motherboard Manual 1.3 MOT HERBOARD FEAT URES SPEC CPU Socket AM2 AMDSempron processors Supports Hyper Transport andCool=n=Quiet FSB Chipset Support HyperTransport K8M80 0 VT823 7R+ ITE IT8705 Supports up to 800MHz Bandwidth...
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Motherboard Manual 1.5 MOT HERBOARD LAYOUT JKB MS1 JATX PWR1 DIMMA1 DIMMB1 F DD1 Socket A M2 JPRNT1 J CO M1 JVGA1 IDE1 IDE2 JUS B1 JUSBLAN1 JATXP WR2 JCFAN1 JAUDIO1 K8M800 Super I/O LAN AGP 1 BIOS PCI1 Codec PCI2 JAUDIO2 JCDIN1 JSPDIF_OUT1 JSFAN1 Not e: ■ repre sents the 1st pin. 4 BAT1 VT8237R+ JCMOS1 JSATA2 JUSB2 JUSB3 JS ATA1 J PA NE L1
Motherboard Manual 1.5 MOT HERBOARD LAYOUT JKB MS1 JATX PWR1 DIMMA1 DIMMB1 F DD1 Socket A M2 JPRNT1 J CO M1 JVGA1 IDE1 IDE2 JUS B1 JUSBLAN1 JATXP WR2 JCFAN1 JAUDIO1 K8M800 Super I/O LAN AGP 1 BIOS PCI1 Codec PCI2 JAUDIO2 JCDIN1 JSPDIF_OUT1 JSFAN1 Not e: ■ repre sents the 1st pin. 4 BAT1 VT8237R+ JCMOS1 JSATA2 JUSB2 JUSB3 JS ATA1 J PA NE L1
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Step 5: Put the CPU Fan on the CPU and buckle it. Motherboard Manual Step 4: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever toward direct B to the JCFAN1. Connect the CPU FAN power cable to complete the installation. This completes the installation. 6
Step 5: Put the CPU Fan on the CPU and buckle it. Motherboard Manual Step 4: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever toward direct B to the JCFAN1. Connect the CPU FAN power cable to complete the installation. This completes the installation. 6
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Memory Capacity DIMM Socket Location DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DDR Module 256MB/512MB/1GB *1 256MB/512MB/1GB *1 Total Memory Size Max memory 2GB. 8 Motherboard Manual 2.3 INST ALLING SYST EM MEMORY A. B. Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining chip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. DDR2 module DIMMA1 DIMMB1 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the Slot. 2.
Memory Capacity DIMM Socket Location DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DDR Module 256MB/512MB/1GB *1 256MB/512MB/1GB *1 Total Memory Size Max memory 2GB. 8 Motherboard Manual 2.3 INST ALLING SYST EM MEMORY A. B. Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining chip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. DDR2 module DIMMA1 DIMMB1 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the Slot. 2.
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Dual Channel Status DIMMA1 DIMMB1 Disabled O X Disabled X O Enabled O O (O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.) The DRAM bus width of the memory module must meet the following requirements: Install memory module of the motherboard, the memory module must be the same (x8 or x16) 9 K8M800 Micro A M2 C. Dual Channel Memory installation To trigger the Dual Channel f unction of the same density in pair, shown in the following table.
Dual Channel Status DIMMA1 DIMMB1 Disabled O X Disabled X O Enabled O O (O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.) The DRAM bus width of the memory module must meet the following requirements: Install memory module of the motherboard, the memory module must be the same (x8 or x16) 9 K8M800 Micro A M2 C. Dual Channel Memory installation To trigger the Dual Channel f unction of the same density in pair, shown in the following table.
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This connector supports the prov ided f loppy drive ribbon cables. 34 33 2 1 IDE1/IDE2: Hard Disk Conne ctors The motherboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE Controller that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk ty pes. The IDE connectors can connect a master ... IDE1. 40 39 2 1 IDE1 IDE2 10 The f irst hard drive should always be connected to four hard disk drives. Motherboard Manual 2.4 CONNECT ORS AND SLOT S FDD1: Floppy Disk Conne ctor The motherboard prov ides a standard floppy disk connector that prov ides PIO Mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133...
This connector supports the prov ided f loppy drive ribbon cables. 34 33 2 1 IDE1/IDE2: Hard Disk Conne ctors The motherboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE Controller that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk ty pes. The IDE connectors can connect a master ... IDE1. 40 39 2 1 IDE1 IDE2 10 The f irst hard drive should always be connected to four hard disk drives. Motherboard Manual 2.4 CONNECT ORS AND SLOT S FDD1: Floppy Disk Conne ctor The motherboard prov ides a standard floppy disk connector that prov ides PIO Mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133...
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K8M800 Micro A M2 PCI1~PCI2: Pe riphe ral Component Interconne ct Slots This motherboard is designated as 32 bits. An AGP card will attach directly to that video card. AGP1 11 This PCI slot is equipped with 2 standard PCI slots. This motherboard supports video cards for PCI slots, but it is also equipped with 3D...
K8M800 Micro A M2 PCI1~PCI2: Pe riphe ral Component Interconne ct Slots This motherboard is designated as 32 bits. An AGP card will attach directly to that video card. AGP1 11 This PCI slot is equipped with 2 standard PCI slots. This motherboard supports video cards for PCI slots, but it is also equipped with 3D...
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... user to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "close", if not, that means the jumper is "open". Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP 3.1 HOW T O SET UP JUMPERS The illustration shows how to connect the PC case's f ront panel switch functions...
... user to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "close", if not, that means the jumper is "open". Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP 3.1 HOW T O SET UP JUMPERS The illustration shows how to connect the PC case's f ront panel switch functions...
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... JAUDIO 2: Front Panel Audio Heade r This header allows user to connect additional USB cable on back panel audio connectors. Motherboard Manual JUSB1/JUSB2: Heade rs for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel This motherboard prov ides 2 USB 2.0 headers, which allows user to connect the front audio output cable with internal USB dev ices...
... JAUDIO 2: Front Panel Audio Heade r This header allows user to connect additional USB cable on back panel audio connectors. Motherboard Manual JUSB1/JUSB2: Heade rs for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel This motherboard prov ides 2 USB 2.0 headers, which allows user to connect the front audio output cable with internal USB dev ices...
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... line. 2. Wait f or f ive seconds. 4. Set the jumper to avoid damaging the motherboard. 1 3 Pin 1-2 Close: Normal Operation (Default). 1 3 1 Pin 2-3 Close: 3 Clear CMOS data. ※ Clear CMOS Proce dures: 1. Reset your desired password or clear the CMOS data. 15 K8M800 Micro A M2 JCDIN1: CD-RO M Audio-in Connector This connector allows user to connect...
... line. 2. Wait f or f ive seconds. 4. Set the jumper to avoid damaging the motherboard. 1 3 Pin 1-2 Close: Normal Operation (Default). 1 3 1 Pin 2-3 Close: 3 Clear CMOS data. ※ Clear CMOS Proce dures: 1. Reset your desired password or clear the CMOS data. 15 K8M800 Micro A M2 JCDIN1: CD-RO M Audio-in Connector This connector allows user to connect...
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JSATA1 JSATA2 741 Pin Assignment 1 Ground 2 TX+ 3 TX4 Ground 5 RX6 RX+ 7 Ground JSPDIF_O UT1: Digital Audio out Conne ctors This connector allows user to SATA Controller with 2 channels SATA interface, it satisfies the SATA 1.0 spec and with transfer rate of 1.5Gb/s. Motherboard Manual JSATA1~JSATA2: Se rial ATA C onne ctors The motherboard has a PCI to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF output header. 13 Pin Assignment 1 +5V 2 SPDIF_OUT 1 3 Ground 16
JSATA1 JSATA2 741 Pin Assignment 1 Ground 2 TX+ 3 TX4 Ground 5 RX6 RX+ 7 Ground JSPDIF_O UT1: Digital Audio out Conne ctors This connector allows user to SATA Controller with 2 channels SATA interface, it satisfies the SATA 1.0 spec and with transfer rate of 1.5Gb/s. Motherboard Manual JSATA1~JSATA2: Se rial ATA C onne ctors The motherboard has a PCI to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF output header. 13 Pin Assignment 1 +5V 2 SPDIF_OUT 1 3 Ground 16
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... in a RAID 1 array system. Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 18 Should one driv e. Perf ormance is corrupted or becomes unavailable because of a hardware failure. Motherboard Manual RAID 1: Every read and write is ideal for small databases or any other drive. Drawbacks: Requires 2 driv es for high-availability solutions, or...
... in a RAID 1 array system. Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 18 Should one driv e. Perf ormance is corrupted or becomes unavailable because of a hardware failure. Motherboard Manual RAID 1: Every read and write is ideal for small databases or any other drive. Drawbacks: Requires 2 driv es for high-availability solutions, or...
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...ware from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver CD. K8M800 Micro A M2 CHAPTER 5: USEFUL HELP 5.1 DRIVER INST ALLAT ION NOT E After you insert the CD T he setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system. Note: If this window didn't show up after you... installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver CD into your optical drive and install the driver for your motherboard and operating system.
...ware from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver CD. K8M800 Micro A M2 CHAPTER 5: USEFUL HELP 5.1 DRIVER INST ALLAT ION NOT E After you insert the CD T he setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system. Note: If this window didn't show up after you... installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver CD into your optical drive and install the driver for your motherboard and operating system.
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...System will work properly. 20 The BIOS has been recovered and will update BIOS automatically and restart. 9. Confirm motherboard model and download the respectively BIOS from the Biostar website: www.biostar.com.tw 3. Copy "AWDFLASH.exe" and respectively BIOS into floppy drive and press Enter. 6. Type "...Awdflash xxxx.bf/sn/py/r" in DOS prompt. (xxxx means BIOS name.) 8. Motherboard Manual 5.2 AWARD BIOS BEEP CODE Beep...
...System will work properly. 20 The BIOS has been recovered and will update BIOS automatically and restart. 9. Confirm motherboard model and download the respectively BIOS from the Biostar website: www.biostar.com.tw 3. Copy "AWDFLASH.exe" and respectively BIOS into floppy drive and press Enter. 6. Type "...Awdflash xxxx.bf/sn/py/r" in DOS prompt. (xxxx means BIOS name.) 8. Motherboard Manual 5.2 AWARD BIOS BEEP CODE Beep...
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CPU Overheated If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds. 3. The CPU cooler surface is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to relief the CPU protection function. 1. Or you can: 1. When the CPU is placed evenly with the CPU speed. Wait for seconds, ... power on the system again. 21 Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds. 3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system. K8M800 Micro A M2 B. CPU fan speed is rotated normally. 3. Wait for seconds. 2. Power on again. In this case, please double check: 1.
CPU Overheated If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds. 3. The CPU cooler surface is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to relief the CPU protection function. 1. Or you can: 1. When the CPU is placed evenly with the CPU speed. Wait for seconds, ... power on the system again. 21 Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds. 3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system. K8M800 Micro A M2 B. CPU fan speed is rotated normally. 3. Wait for seconds. 2. Power on again. In this case, please double check: 1.
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... plugged in setup. Back up the hard drive is extremely important. Screen message says "Invalid Conf iguration" or "CMOS Failure." Set master/slave jumpers correctly. 2. Motherboard Manual 5.4 TROUBLESHOOT ING Probable Solution 1. Indicator light on key board does not turn 2. Using even pressure on , power indicator lights are lit, and hard driv...
... plugged in setup. Back up the hard drive is extremely important. Screen message says "Invalid Conf iguration" or "CMOS Failure." Set master/slave jumpers correctly. 2. Motherboard Manual 5.4 TROUBLESHOOT ING Probable Solution 1. Indicator light on key board does not turn 2. Using even pressure on , power indicator lights are lit, and hard driv...
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... 6.3 INST ALLAT ION 1. If the "Launch the WarpSpeeder T ray Utility" checkbox is completed. Please click "Next" button and follow the default procedure to your motherboard on hand. 24 Usage : The following figures are just only for reference, the screen printed in setup procedure, it means setup is checked, the Tray ...
... 6.3 INST ALLAT ION 1. If the "Launch the WarpSpeeder T ray Utility" checkbox is completed. Please click "Next" button and follow the default procedure to your motherboard on hand. 24 Usage : The following figures are just only for reference, the screen printed in setup procedure, it means setup is checked, the Tray ...
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...→overclock percentage from 120% ~ above 26 Main Panel contains fe ature s as follows: a. ContainsAbout, Voltage, Overclock, and Hardware Monitor Buttons for invoking respective panels. Motherboard Manual 2. Main Panel If you will be invoked.
...→overclock percentage from 120% ~ above 26 Main Panel contains fe ature s as follows: a. ContainsAbout, Voltage, Overclock, and Hardware Monitor Buttons for invoking respective panels. Motherboard Manual 2. Main Panel If you will be invoked.
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Or, you overclock by click the Verify button. Motherboard Manual 4. Warning: Manually overclock is potentially dangerous, especially when the ov erclocking percentage is over 110 %. We strongly recommend you v erify ev ery speed you ...
Or, you overclock by click the Verify button. Motherboard Manual 4. Warning: Manually overclock is potentially dangerous, especially when the ov erclocking percentage is over 110 %. We strongly recommend you v erify ev ery speed you ...