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Trademark: All trademarks are the property of Foxconn, Inc. Version: User's Manual V1.0 for specific features. WARNING! WEEE: The use motherboard better, and tells you purchased this product may exist. Symbol description: ! For more information about... this product. More information: If you to the physical motherboard for A74MX Series motherboard. CAUTION Statement: This manual is disposed of correctly, you will help you want more detailed information about our products, please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © All rights ...
Trademark: All trademarks are the property of Foxconn, Inc. Version: User's Manual V1.0 for specific features. WARNING! WEEE: The use motherboard better, and tells you purchased this product may exist. Symbol description: ! For more information about... this product. More information: If you to the physical motherboard for A74MX Series motherboard. CAUTION Statement: This manual is disposed of correctly, you will help you want more detailed information about our products, please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © All rights ...
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... information technology equipment ■ EN 61000-3-2/:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3: Limits Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current declares that the product Motherboard A74MX-S/A74MX-K is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) ■ EN 55022:1998...
... information technology equipment ■ EN 61000-3-2/:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3: Limits Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current declares that the product Motherboard A74MX-S/A74MX-K is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) ■ EN 55022:1998...
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... Information: This device complies with FCC standards. Declaration of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN... CA 92835 714-738-8868 714-738-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A74MX-S/A74MX-K PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Tested to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device ...
... Information: This device complies with FCC standards. Declaration of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN... CA 92835 714-738-8868 714-738-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A74MX-S/A74MX-K PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Tested to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device ...
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... serious damage to your CPU is recommended to unplug the AC power cord from the power supply outlet. Incorrect con- Normal operation depends on the motherboard, make sure the power supply AC input voltage setting has been configured to the local standard. ■ To prevent damage to the... that your system can operate normally when your system. ! Failure to unplug the power supply cord may result in order to avoid damage to the motherboard and CPU due to come in contact with the connectors on the power, please make sure their pinouts are uncertain about any metal leads or...
... serious damage to your CPU is recommended to unplug the AC power cord from the power supply outlet. Incorrect con- Normal operation depends on the motherboard, make sure the power supply AC input voltage setting has been configured to the local standard. ■ To prevent damage to the... that your system can operate normally when your system. ! Failure to unplug the power supply cord may result in order to avoid damage to the motherboard and CPU due to come in contact with the connectors on the power, please make sure their pinouts are uncertain about any metal leads or...
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...://www.foxconnsupport.com Worldwide online contact Support : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/support/online.aspx CPU, Memory, VGA Compatibility Supporting Website : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx
...://www.foxconnsupport.com Worldwide online contact Support : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/support/online.aspx CPU, Memory, VGA Compatibility Supporting Website : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx
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Foxconn products are engineered to unleash more power from your computer. With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A74MXS/A74MX-K enables you to maximize computing power, providing only what you for break-through performance. Thank you need for buying Foxconn A74MX Series motherboard. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors
Foxconn products are engineered to unleash more power from your computer. With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A74MXS/A74MX-K enables you to maximize computing power, providing only what you for break-through performance. Thank you need for buying Foxconn A74MX Series motherboard. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors
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...;��r�t 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x RJ-45 LAN port 8-channel Audio ports (A74MX-S) 6-channel Audio ports (A74MX-K) Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU�/S�y��s�te�m�... S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (suspend to disk), and S5 (soft - The chipset driver of this motherboard does not support Windows® 2000. CAUTION off) Bundled Software FOX ONE FOX LiveUpdate FOX LOGO FOX DMI Operating System Support for ...
...;��r�t 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x RJ-45 LAN port 8-channel Audio ports (A74MX-S) 6-channel Audio ports (A74MX-K) Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU�/S�y��s�te�m�... S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (suspend to disk), and S5 (soft - The chipset driver of this motherboard does not support Windows® 2000. CAUTION off) Bundled Software FOX ONE FOX LiveUpdate FOX LOGO FOX DMI Operating System Support for ...
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... Out Connector 10. DDR2 DIMM Slots 24. Front USB Connectors 12. PCI Express x16 Slot 6. CPU Socket Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. PCI Slots 7. SYS_FAN Header 3. SATA Connectors 14. Clear CMOS Jumper 15. 24-pin ATX Power Connector 16. Chassis...
... Out Connector 10. DDR2 DIMM Slots 24. Front USB Connectors 12. PCI Express x16 Slot 6. CPU Socket Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. PCI Slots 7. SYS_FAN Header 3. SATA Connectors 14. Clear CMOS Jumper 15. 24-pin ATX Power Connector 16. Chassis...
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... prior to any installation and read the contents in this website for more supporting information about CPU, Memory and VGA for your motherboard : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx This chapter includes the following information : ■ Install the CPU and CPU Cooler ■ Install the Memory ■ Install an Expansion...
... prior to any installation and read the contents in this website for more supporting information about CPU, Memory and VGA for your motherboard : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx This chapter includes the following information : ■ Install the CPU and CPU Cooler ■ Install the Memory ■ Install an Expansion...
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... of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU. ■ Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply before you want to set beyond the...
... of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU. ■ Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply before you want to set beyond the...
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... seat the cooler. 4. When CPU is properly seated, push the CPU socket lever back to correctly install the CPU cooler. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1. 2 3. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header on the surface of the stand. Apply ...and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease may damage the CPU. CAUTION 3. Buckle the heatsink at one side...
... seat the cooler. 4. When CPU is properly seated, push the CPU socket lever back to correctly install the CPU cooler. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1. 2 3. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header on the surface of the stand. Apply ...and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease may damage the CPU. CAUTION 3. Buckle the heatsink at one side...
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...unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you are : Single Channel DIMM1 DS/SS DIMM2 - It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you begin to install the memory : ■ Make sure that memory of DIMM modules are unable to ... achieve optimum performance. When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 2 CAUTION 2-2 Install the Memory ! DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/...
...unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you are : Single Channel DIMM1 DS/SS DIMM2 - It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you begin to install the memory : ■ Make sure that memory of DIMM modules are unable to ... achieve optimum performance. When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 2 CAUTION 2-2 Install the Memory ! DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/...
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... of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Step 2: The clips at both ends of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Be sure to the memory module. CAUTION 2 112-Pin 128-Pin Installing a Memory ! Place the memory module onto the socket, then put your memory modules...
... of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Step 2: The clips at both ends of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Be sure to the memory module. CAUTION 2 112-Pin 128-Pin Installing a Memory ! Place the memory module onto the socket, then put your memory modules...
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... Express x16 Graphics Card : • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently insert the graphics card into the slot. 4. 2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the metal contacts on your card.
... Express x16 Graphics Card : • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently insert the graphics card into the slot. 4. 2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the metal contacts on your card.
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...-pin ATX power connector : PWR1 PWR1 is secure. We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. In order not to the CPU. 3 1 Pin # Definition 1 GND +12V GND 2 GND 3 +12V 4 2 PWR2 4 +12V CAUTION 13 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This...
...-pin ATX power connector : PWR1 PWR1 is secure. We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. In order not to the CPU. 3 1 Pin # Definition 1 GND +12V GND 2 GND 3 +12V 4 2 PWR2 4 +12V CAUTION 13 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This...
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...compatibility. The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to the power LED indicator on and off . Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. This 2-pin connector is directional with COM1 connector ...in the motherboard. the system will restart when the switch is blinking; The Power LED indicates the system's status. Push this feature. User must ...
...compatibility. The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to the power LED indicator on and off . Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. This 2-pin connector is directional with COM1 connector ...in the motherboard. the system will restart when the switch is blinking; The Power LED indicates the system's status. Push this feature. User must ...
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... With the provided Ultra DMA IDE ribbon cable, you should purchase additional device and install it can connect to the four USB ports on its motherboard. Audio Connector : F_AUDIO The audio connector supports HD Audio standard. TPM Connector : TPM The TPM (Trusted Platform Module) provides the ability to the ... NC_5 It provides the Front Audio output choice. Audio Connector : CD_IN CD_IN is used for S/PDIF output. Floppy Disk Drive Connector : FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard floppy disk drive (FDD) connector, supporting 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB FDDs.
... With the provided Ultra DMA IDE ribbon cable, you should purchase additional device and install it can connect to the four USB ports on its motherboard. Audio Connector : F_AUDIO The audio connector supports HD Audio standard. TPM Connector : TPM The TPM (Trusted Platform Module) provides the ability to the ... NC_5 It provides the Front Audio output choice. Audio Connector : CD_IN CD_IN is used for S/PDIF output. Floppy Disk Drive Connector : FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard floppy disk drive (FDD) connector, supporting 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB FDDs.
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..., the system will send a message out. 1 INTRUDERJ GND INTR 16 The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in "PC Health Status" section of this motherboard.
..., the system will send a message out. 1 INTRUDERJ GND INTR 16 The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in "PC Health Status" section of this motherboard.
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...The steps to use the various functions of Jumpers 1. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as BIOS data, date, time information, hardware password...etc.). Go to BIOS Setup...However, in the power cord to short them . This will clear CMOS data. 3. "Closed" means placing a jumper cap on . 5. Plug in this motherboard by the bold silkscreen next to it on the two pins to factory default when the BIOS settings were mistakenly modified. Clear CMOS data is...
...The steps to use the various functions of Jumpers 1. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as BIOS data, date, time information, hardware password...etc.). Go to BIOS Setup...However, in the power cord to short them . This will clear CMOS data. 3. "Closed" means placing a jumper cap on . 5. Plug in this motherboard by the bold silkscreen next to it on the two pins to factory default when the BIOS settings were mistakenly modified. Clear CMOS data is...