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ASUS KCMR-D12 1-3 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged ... the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® KCMR-D12 motherboard! Before you for the following items. Cable SATA data Thermal sensor Standard Gift Box Pack 6 1 Accessory I/O Shield Application CD Support CD Documentation User...
ASUS KCMR-D12 1-3 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged ... the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® KCMR-D12 motherboard! Before you for the following items. Cable SATA data Thermal sensor Standard Gift Box Pack 6 1 Accessory I/O Shield Application CD Support CD Documentation User...
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ASUS KCMR-D12 1-5 Serial ATA II technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA II 3 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interface and Intel ICH10R chipset. Serial ATA allows ...
ASUS KCMR-D12 1-5 Serial ATA II technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA II 3 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interface and Intel ICH10R chipset. Serial ATA allows ...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-3 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-10 2.4 System memory 2-17 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumpers 2-25 2.7 Connectors 2-29 ASUS KCMR-D12
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-3 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-10 2.4 System memory 2-17 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumpers 2-25 2.7 Connectors 2-29 ASUS KCMR-D12
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... or plugging in soft-off or the power cord is switched off mode. The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-3 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you uninstall any motherboard component.
... or plugging in soft-off or the power cord is switched off mode. The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-3 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you uninstall any motherboard component.
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BMC LED (BMC_LED1) The green heartbeat LED blinks per second to indicate that the ASMB4 is working normally. • The heartbeat LED functions only when you install the ASUS ASMB4. • Everytime after the AC power is replugged, you have to wait for about 30 seconds for the system power up ASUS KCMR-D12 2-5 4.
BMC LED (BMC_LED1) The green heartbeat LED blinks per second to indicate that the ASMB4 is working normally. • The heartbeat LED functions only when you install the ASUS ASMB4. • Everytime after the AC power is replugged, you have to wait for about 30 seconds for the system power up ASUS KCMR-D12 2-5 4.
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... PnP cap from the CPU socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 100º angle. CPU notch Alignment key Gold triangle mark ASUS KCMR-D12 2-11 3.
... PnP cap from the CPU socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 100º angle. CPU notch Alignment key Gold triangle mark ASUS KCMR-D12 2-11 3.
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... performance. • The retention module base is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-13 If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or...
... performance. • The retention module base is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-13 If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or...
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5. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! ASUS KCMR-D12 2-15 Connect the CPU fan cable to the corresponding connector on the motherboard. • Do not forget to plug this connector. • This connector is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan.
5. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! ASUS KCMR-D12 2-15 Connect the CPU fan cable to the corresponding connector on the motherboard. • Do not forget to plug this connector. • This connector is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan.
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A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: ASUS KCMR-D12 2-17 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with twelve (12) Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: ASUS KCMR-D12 2-17 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with twelve (12) Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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... DIMMs or other system components. To install a DIMM: 2 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-19 Align a DIMM on the socket. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR3 DIMM sockets do so can...
... DIMMs or other system components. To install a DIMM: 2 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-19 Align a DIMM on the socket. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR3 DIMM sockets do so can...
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2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard Interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - ASUS KCMR-D12 2-21 Programmable Interrupt 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 -- 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 -- 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when used 10* 5 IRQ Holder ...
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard Interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - ASUS KCMR-D12 2-21 Programmable Interrupt 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 -- 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 -- 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when used 10* 5 IRQ Holder ...
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Orient and press the ASMB4 management board in place. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-23 Snap the i Button in place. 2.5.9 Installing i Button Follow the steps below to install an optional i Button on your motherboard. 1. Locate the i Button slot on the motherboard. 2. 2.5.8 Installing ASMB4 management board Follow the steps below to install an optional ASMB4 management board on your motherboard. 1. Locate the BMC_FW1 header on the motherboard. 2.
Orient and press the ASMB4 management board in place. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-23 Snap the i Button in place. 2.5.9 Installing i Button Follow the steps below to install an optional i Button on your motherboard. 1. Locate the i Button slot on the motherboard. 2. 2.5.8 Installing ASMB4 management board Follow the steps below to install an optional ASMB4 management board on your motherboard. 1. Locate the BMC_FW1 header on the motherboard. 2.
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... clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-25 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the...
... clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-25 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the...
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... 1-2 when using 4-pin fans or pins 2-3 when using 3-pin fans. • If you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® 82574L Gigabit LAN controllers. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-27 LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) These jumpers allow you use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. 5.
... 1-2 when using 4-pin fans or pins 2-3 when using 3-pin fans. • If you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® 82574L Gigabit LAN controllers. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-27 LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) These jumpers allow you use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. 5.
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... BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS KCMR-D12 2-29 This RJ-45 port functions only when you install ASMB4 management card. 3 PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for the LAN port LED...
... BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS KCMR-D12 2-29 This RJ-45 port functions only when you install ASMB4 management card. 3 PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for the LAN port LED...
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... with eight (8) Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connectors, the next-generation storage technology that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-31 Connect the USB module cables to connectors USB34 and USB56, then install the modules to 480 Mbps connection speed. Each connector supports one device...
... with eight (8) Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connectors, the next-generation storage technology that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-31 Connect the USB module cables to connectors USB34 and USB56, then install the modules to 480 Mbps connection speed. Each connector supports one device...
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BMC header (BMC_FW1) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board 4 Series (ASMB4). 7. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-33 Thermal sensor cable connectors (3-pin TR1, TR2) These connectors are for temperature monitoring. 6. Connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices, which you want to monitor temperature.
BMC header (BMC_FW1) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board 4 Series (ASMB4). 7. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-33 Thermal sensor cable connectors (3-pin TR1, TR2) These connectors are for temperature monitoring. 6. Connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices, which you want to monitor temperature.
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... depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-35 The speaker allows you turn on or puts the system in sleep mode. 2. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Hard disk...
... depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. ASUS KCMR-D12 2-35 The speaker allows you turn on or puts the system in sleep mode. 2. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Hard disk...
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Chapter summary 3 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-3 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-4 ASUS KCMR-D12
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-3 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-4 ASUS KCMR-D12