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... a potential risk of hardware damage or physical injury may not be changed or modified at any time, Foxconn does not obligate itself to the physical motherboard for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this manual may... names are the property of their respective owners. All images are for A7DA Series motherboard. Although the information in this product. Caution : refers to important information that this product is the intellectual property of Foxconn, Inc. Version: User's Manual V1.1 for reference only, please refer...
... a potential risk of hardware damage or physical injury may not be changed or modified at any time, Foxconn does not obligate itself to the physical motherboard for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this manual may... names are the property of their respective owners. All images are for A7DA Series motherboard. Although the information in this product. Caution : refers to important information that this product is the intellectual property of Foxconn, Inc. Version: User's Manual V1.1 for reference only, please refer...
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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 A7DA-S/A7DA 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 A7DA-S/A7DA 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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Signature : Date : 2008 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, R.O.C. Lambert Rd. Tested to the following two conditions .... Fullerton, CA 92835 714-738-8868 714-738-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A7DA-S/A7DA PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Supplementary Information: This device complies with FCC standards.
Signature : Date : 2008 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, R.O.C. Lambert Rd. Tested to the following two conditions .... Fullerton, CA 92835 714-738-8868 714-738-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A7DA-S/A7DA PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Supplementary Information: This device complies with FCC standards.
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...device. ■ If there is any, when connecting USB, audio, 1394a, RS232 COM, IrDA or S/PDIF cables to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure the power supply AC input voltage setting has been configured to the local standard. ■ To prevent damage to the... when your system, we recommend using a 24-pin ATX power supply to the use of your system. Incorrect connections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to get the best performance. ■ Before turning on the...
...device. ■ If there is any, when connecting USB, audio, 1394a, RS232 COM, IrDA or S/PDIF cables to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure the power supply AC input voltage setting has been configured to the local standard. ■ To prevent damage to the... when your system, we recommend using a 24-pin ATX power supply to the use of your system. Incorrect connections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to get the best performance. ■ Before turning on the...
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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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With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A7DA-S/A7DA Series enables you to maximize computing power, providing only what you for break-through performance. Foxconn products are engineered to unleash more power from your computer. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors Thank you need for buying Foxconn A7DA Series motherboard.
With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A7DA-S/A7DA Series enables you to maximize computing power, providing only what you for break-through performance. Foxconn products are engineered to unleash more power from your computer. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors Thank you need for buying Foxconn A7DA Series motherboard.
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... 1 x Speaker connector 1 x COM1 connector Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 1 x VGA port 1 x 1394a port (Only available in A7DA-S) 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x RJ-45 LAN port 8-channel Audio ports Hardware Monitor CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU/System overheating warning CPU... Interface) Support S0 (normal), 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
... 1 x Speaker connector 1 x COM1 connector Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 1 x VGA port 1 x 1394a port (Only available in A7DA-S) 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x RJ-45 LAN port 8-channel Audio ports Hardware Monitor CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU/System overheating warning CPU... Interface) Support S0 (normal), 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
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...Connector(Only available in A7DA-S) 28. Reset Button 16. Clear CMOS Jumper 20. CPU Fan Header 2. PCI Express x1 Slots 5. SidePort Memory(Only available in A7DA-S) 11. North Bridge: AMD 790GX 30. 8-pin ATX 12V Power Connector Note : The above motherboard layout is for ...reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. 1 1-2 Layout 6 5 4 32 1 7 8 9...
...Connector(Only available in A7DA-S) 28. Reset Button 16. Clear CMOS Jumper 20. CPU Fan Header 2. PCI Express x1 Slots 5. SidePort Memory(Only available in A7DA-S) 11. North Bridge: AMD 790GX 30. 8-pin ATX 12V Power Connector Note : The above motherboard layout is for ...reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. 1 1-2 Layout 6 5 4 32 1 7 8 9...
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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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... the power supply before you want to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to install the CPU : ■ Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. Release the...
... the power supply before you want to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to install the CPU : ■ Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. Release the...
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Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! CAUTION 3. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to tightly seat the cooler. 4. Buckle the heatsink at one side of CPU. 2. Buckle the heatsink firmly ... down to the CPU. 2 3. It is properly seated, push the CPU socket lever back to fasten and seat the CPU cooler onto your motherboard. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1. When CPU is very simple to its locked position. Attach the 3-wire CPU cooler connector to correctly install the...
Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! CAUTION 3. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to tightly seat the cooler. 4. Buckle the heatsink at one side of CPU. 2. Buckle the heatsink firmly ... down to the CPU. 2 3. It is properly seated, push the CPU socket lever back to fasten and seat the CPU cooler onto your motherboard. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1. When CPU is very simple to its locked position. Attach the 3-wire CPU cooler connector to correctly install the...
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It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS - DS/SS - A memory module can be installed in your system. DS/SS - If you begin to achieve optimum performance. Four ... modules have a foolproof design. Single Channel DS/SS - Single Channel - Dual Channel - - DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS - - Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (DS : Dual Side, SS : Single...
It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS - DS/SS - A memory module can be installed in your system. DS/SS - If you begin to achieve optimum performance. Four ... modules have a foolproof design. Single Channel DS/SS - Single Channel - Dual Channel - - DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS - - Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (DS : Dual Side, SS : Single...
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... the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on top edge of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Step 1: Spread the clips at front side of the module, and push it down firmly and seat it can only fit in one direction. Before...
... the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on top edge of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Step 1: Spread the clips at front side of the module, and push it down firmly and seat it can only fit in one direction. Before...
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... end of the PCI Express x16 slot to the chassis back panel with your operating system. 2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with a screw. 5.
... end of the PCI Express x16 slot to the chassis back panel with your operating system. 2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with a screw. 5.
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... +5V 11 +12V 23 +5V 12 3.3V 24 GND 12 PWR1 1 ! We recommend you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Pin No. 24 20-Pin Power 8-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector : PWR2 The 8-pin ATX 12V power supply connects to PWR2 and provides... 2 3 84 PWR2 4 Definition GND GND GND GND Pin # 5 6 7 8 Definition +12V +12V +12V +12V CAUTION 13 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure all the devices have been installed properly before...
... +5V 11 +12V 23 +5V 12 3.3V 24 GND 12 PWR1 1 ! We recommend you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Pin No. 24 20-Pin Power 8-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector : PWR2 The 8-pin ATX 12V power supply connects to PWR2 and provides... 2 3 84 PWR2 4 Definition GND GND GND GND Pin # 5 6 7 8 Definition +12V +12V +12V +12V CAUTION 13 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure all the devices have been installed properly before...
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... disk and CD/DVD ROM/RW drive. 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. 1 +5V GND GND +12V 4 1394a Connector : F_1394(Only avaliable in A7DA-S) The 1394a expansion cable can configure as a disk array through the JMicron...
... disk and CD/DVD ROM/RW drive. 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. 1 +5V GND GND +12V 4 1394a Connector : F_1394(Only avaliable in A7DA-S) The 1394a expansion cable can configure as a disk array through the JMicron...
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... (S0 status), the LED is directional with SATA Hard Disk or CD devices which supporting this feature. This 2-pin connector is on the motherboard(as depicted). Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED) Connect to the upper SATA port of SATA5_ESATA on . The system can be connected to...package, you can use it to connect an ESATA hard disk to the chassis front panel IDE indicator LED. 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. Push this connector. ESATA 1 GND TX+ TXGND RXRX+ GND SATA1_SATA2/SATA3_SATA4/...
... (S0 status), the LED is directional with SATA Hard Disk or CD devices which supporting this feature. This 2-pin connector is on the motherboard(as depicted). Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED) Connect to the upper SATA port of SATA5_ESATA on . The system can be connected to...package, you can use it to connect an ESATA hard disk to the chassis front panel IDE indicator LED. 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. Push this connector. ESATA 1 GND TX+ TXGND RXRX+ GND SATA1_SATA2/SATA3_SATA4/...
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... 9-pin D-sub connector at one serial RS232 COM port 12 for legacy compatibility. USB Connectors : F_USB1/2/3/4 In addition to connect with COM1 connector in the motherboard. 2 Audio Connector : CD_IN CD_IN is a Sony standard audio connector, it can be connected to a CD/DVD-ROM drive through USB cables with them,...PORT2_R SENSE1_RETURN SENSE_SEND EMPTY PORT2_L SENSE2_RETURN 9 10 F_AUDIO VCC DD+ GND EMPTY VCC DD+ GND NC 9 10 F_USB 1/2/3/4 COM Connector : COM1 This motherboard supports one end to connect with the external RS232 device and another eight USB ports on its...
... 9-pin D-sub connector at one serial RS232 COM port 12 for legacy compatibility. USB Connectors : F_USB1/2/3/4 In addition to connect with COM1 connector in the motherboard. 2 Audio Connector : CD_IN CD_IN is a Sony standard audio connector, it can be connected to a CD/DVD-ROM drive through USB cables with them,...PORT2_R SENSE1_RETURN SENSE_SEND EMPTY PORT2_L SENSE2_RETURN 9 10 F_AUDIO VCC DD+ GND EMPTY VCC DD+ GND NC 9 10 F_USB 1/2/3/4 COM Connector : COM1 This motherboard supports one end to connect with the external RS232 device and another eight USB ports on its...
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... connect speaker of the BIOS Setup. SPKJ 1 EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER 17 2 Fan Headers : CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN, NB_FAN There are three main fan headers on this motherboard.
... connect speaker of the BIOS Setup. SPKJ 1 EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER 17 2 Fan Headers : CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN, NB_FAN There are three main fan headers on this motherboard.