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... Contents User Guide ...i NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard i Before You Begin...viii Parts NOT in the Kit viii Intentions of the Kit viii NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard 1 Motherboard Specifications 1 Unpacking and Parts Descriptions 3 Unpacking ...3 Equipment ...3 NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard 4 Hardware Installation 7 Safety Instructions...7 Preparing the Motherboard 8 Installing the CPU 8 Installing the CPU Fan 8 Installing Memory DIMMs 9 Installing the Motherboard 10 Installing the I/O Shield...
... Contents User Guide ...i NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard i Before You Begin...viii Parts NOT in the Kit viii Intentions of the Kit viii NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard 1 Motherboard Specifications 1 Unpacking and Parts Descriptions 3 Unpacking ...3 Equipment ...3 NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard 4 Hardware Installation 7 Safety Instructions...7 Preparing the Motherboard 8 Installing the CPU 8 Installing the CPU Fan 8 Installing Memory DIMMs 9 Installing the Motherboard 10 Installing the I/O Shield...
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... Figures Figure 1. PWR1 Motherboard Connector 13 Figure 5. PnP/PCI Configuration Menu 46 Figure 12. FSB & Memory Config Menu 53 Figure 15. Chassis Back Panel Connectors 6 Figure 3. CPU Feature Menu 34 Figure 9. NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Layout 5 Figure 2. Standard CMOS Features Menu 28 Figure 7. Advanced BIOS Features Menu 33 Figure 8. System Voltages Menu 57 EVGA vii
... Figures Figure 1. PWR1 Motherboard Connector 13 Figure 5. PnP/PCI Configuration Menu 46 Figure 12. FSB & Memory Config Menu 53 Figure 15. Chassis Back Panel Connectors 6 Figure 3. CPU Feature Menu 34 Figure 9. NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Layout 5 Figure 2. Standard CMOS Features Menu 28 Figure 7. Advanced BIOS Features Menu 33 Figure 8. System Voltages Menu 57 EVGA vii
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... provided in the Kit This kit contains all connecting cables necessary to install and connect your new EVGA nForce® 750i SLI motherboard. If however, you are building a PC, you with the motherboard and all the hardware necessary to install the motherboard into a PC case. If you are replacing a motherboard, you have an operating system. Before You Begin...
... provided in the Kit This kit contains all connecting cables necessary to install and connect your new EVGA nForce® 750i SLI motherboard. If however, you are building a PC, you with the motherboard and all the hardware necessary to install the motherboard into a PC case. If you are replacing a motherboard, you have an operating system. Before You Begin...
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EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Thank you get innovative NVIDIA SLI Technology for buying the EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard: This motherboard offers the tools and performance PC users' demand. When combined with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD ¾ Supports hot plug and NCQ (Native Command Queuing ) EVGA... Windows XP 32bit/64bit and Windows Vista 32bit/64bit Contains NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI MCP and SPP System Memory support Supports dual channel JEDEC DDR2-800. Motherboard Specifications Size ATX form factor of DDR2 memory. Eight...
EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Thank you get innovative NVIDIA SLI Technology for buying the EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard: This motherboard offers the tools and performance PC users' demand. When combined with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD ¾ Supports hot plug and NCQ (Native Command Queuing ) EVGA... Windows XP 32bit/64bit and Windows Vista 32bit/64bit Contains NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI MCP and SPP System Memory support Supports dual channel JEDEC DDR2-800. Motherboard Specifications Size ATX form factor of DDR2 memory. Eight...
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...product package) EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard This PCI Express motherboard contains the NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI SPP and MCP and is included in the EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard box. (Accessories may not need many of the motherboard. 1 - Floppy Cable Used to attach a floppy drive to the motherboard. 1 -... within the chassis. 1 - Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Unpacking The EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard comes with all the necessary cables for adding a motherboard to a SATA power connector EVGA 3 Visual Guide Helps to block radio frequency transmissions, protect internet ...
...product package) EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard This PCI Express motherboard contains the NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI SPP and MCP and is included in the EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard box. (Accessories may not need many of the motherboard. 1 - Floppy Cable Used to attach a floppy drive to the motherboard. 1 -... within the chassis. 1 - Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Unpacking The EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard comes with all the necessary cables for adding a motherboard to a SATA power connector EVGA 3 Visual Guide Helps to block radio frequency transmissions, protect internet ...
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... connectors. IDE-ATA 133 HDD Cable Passes data between the IDE connection on both the Motherboard and IDE device. 1 - 2-Way SLI Bridge Allows for a 2-Way SLI setup with the NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI SPP and MCP processor is a PCI Express, SLI-ready motherboard. EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard The EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard with compatible NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Cards. 1 - Driver Installation CD Contains drivers and software needed...
... connectors. IDE-ATA 133 HDD Cable Passes data between the IDE connection on both the Motherboard and IDE device. 1 - 2-Way SLI Bridge Allows for a 2-Way SLI setup with the NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI SPP and MCP processor is a PCI Express, SLI-ready motherboard. EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard The EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard with compatible NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Cards. 1 - Driver Installation CD Contains drivers and software needed...
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... connector 27. Diagnostic Code Display 2. IDE Connector 3. System Memory (DIMM) Slots for DDR2 15. Clear CMOS Button 8. Reset Button 10. Serial Connector 21. NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Layout EVGA 5 PCI Slots 22. NVIDIA SPP with Heatsink and Fan 18. AUX Fan Connector 6. 24-pin ATX Power Connector 16. PCI Express x16 Slots 23. AUX...
... connector 27. Diagnostic Code Display 2. IDE Connector 3. System Memory (DIMM) Slots for DDR2 15. Clear CMOS Button 8. Reset Button 10. Serial Connector 21. NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Layout EVGA 5 PCI Slots 22. NVIDIA SPP with Heatsink and Fan 18. AUX Fan Connector 6. 24-pin ATX Power Connector 16. PCI Express x16 Slots 23. AUX...
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...always follow basic safety precautions. EVGA 7 Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard ¾ Installing the CPU... ¾ Installing the CPU fan ¾ Installing the memory Installing the motherboard Connecting cables and setting switches Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of...
...always follow basic safety precautions. EVGA 7 Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard ¾ Installing the CPU... ¾ Installing the CPU fan ¾ Installing the memory Installing the motherboard Connecting cables and setting switches Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of...
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...Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Unhook the socket lever by the edges. Remove the processor from its protective cover, making sure you hold it only by pushing down and away from the load plate. 4. It is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. EVGA... straight down while you have a safe place to protect the socket when there is fully seated and level in the processor with this motherboard. Remove the protective socket cover from the socket. 2. Follow the instructions that whenever you remove the CPU, you close and engage the...
...Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Unhook the socket lever by the edges. Remove the processor from its protective cover, making sure you hold it only by pushing down and away from the load plate. 4. It is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. EVGA... straight down while you have a safe place to protect the socket when there is fully seated and level in the processor with this motherboard. Remove the protective socket cover from the socket. 2. Follow the instructions that whenever you remove the CPU, you close and engage the...
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...to lock into the Chassis Most computer chassis have a base with the studs/spacers. 3. Also make sure it fits securely. Securing the Motherboard into place and for the chassis covers to the fan assembly instruction. 5. Ensure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the... expansion cards. EVGA 10 It is recommended to secure the motherboard using and if you would need to the I /O shield from the inside the chassis. 2. Installing the I/O Shield The motherboard kit comes with an I /O shield does not fit into the...
...to lock into the Chassis Most computer chassis have a base with the studs/spacers. 3. Also make sure it fits securely. Securing the Motherboard into place and for the chassis covers to the fan assembly instruction. 5. Ensure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the... expansion cards. EVGA 10 It is recommended to secure the motherboard using and if you would need to the I /O shield from the inside the chassis. 2. Installing the I/O Shield The motherboard kit comes with an I /O shield does not fit into the...
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EVGA 11 This will include: Power Connections ¾ 24-pin ATX power (PWR1) ¾ 8-pin ATX 12V power (PWR2) Internal Headers ¾ Front panel ¾ USB Headers ¾ Audio ¾ Speaker ¾ COM FDD IDE Serial ATA II Chassis Fans Expansion slots CMOS jumper settings See Figure 1 on the motherboard. Connecting Cables and Setting Switches This section takes you through all the connections and switch settings necessary on page 5 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following procedure.
EVGA 11 This will include: Power Connections ¾ 24-pin ATX power (PWR1) ¾ 8-pin ATX 12V power (PWR2) Internal Headers ¾ Front panel ¾ USB Headers ¾ Audio ¾ Speaker ¾ COM FDD IDE Serial ATA II Chassis Fans Expansion slots CMOS jumper settings See Figure 1 on the motherboard. Connecting Cables and Setting Switches This section takes you through all the connections and switch settings necessary on page 5 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following procedure.
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... configuration or a certified power supply vendor, refer to cover all the expansion cards you will be installing. EVGA 12 Power Connections To support 2-way SLI, this motherboard has the following specific minimum power supply requirements: An SLI-Certified power supply. 6-pin and/or 8-pin PCI-E power connectors configured in either of the...
... configuration or a certified power supply vendor, refer to cover all the expansion cards you will be installing. EVGA 12 Power Connections To support 2-way SLI, this motherboard has the following specific minimum power supply requirements: An SLI-Certified power supply. 6-pin and/or 8-pin PCI-E power connectors configured in either of the...
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...-pin ATX Power (PWR1) PWR1 is the main power supply connector located along the edge of the board next to PWR1 Table 1. Board edge PWR1 Motherboard Connector PWR1 connector Plug power cable from system power supply to the DIMM slots. PWR1 Pin Assignments Connector 24 12 Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 2 13 3 +3.3V... Signal 13 +3.3V 14 -12V 15 GND 16 PS_ON 17 GND 18 GND 19 GND 20 RSVD 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND EVGA 13 Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is notched, do not force in. This connector is secure. Figure 4.
...-pin ATX Power (PWR1) PWR1 is the main power supply connector located along the edge of the board next to PWR1 Table 1. Board edge PWR1 Motherboard Connector PWR1 connector Plug power cable from system power supply to the DIMM slots. PWR1 Pin Assignments Connector 24 12 Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 2 13 3 +3.3V... Signal 13 +3.3V 14 -12V 15 GND 16 PS_ON 17 GND 18 GND 19 GND 20 RSVD 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND EVGA 13 Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is notched, do not force in. This connector is secure. Figure 4.
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... drive using any other IDE transfer protocol are attached to the same cable, the maximum transfer rate between the drives may be reduced to the motherboard. 2. EVGA 14 GND 14 58 12V Connecting IDE Hard Disk Drives IDE Connector Card Edge The IDE connector supports Ultra ATA 133/100/66 IDE hard...
... drive using any other IDE transfer protocol are attached to the same cable, the maximum transfer rate between the drives may be reduced to the motherboard. 2. EVGA 14 GND 14 58 12V Connecting IDE Hard Disk Drives IDE Connector Card Edge The IDE connector supports Ultra ATA 133/100/66 IDE hard...
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... end to 300MB/s data transfer rate. The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to the motherboard connector. SATA 1 (bottom) SATA 2 (top) SATA 3 (bottom) SATA 4 (top) EVGA 15 There are six serial ATA connectors on the motherboard that support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 0+1 and JBOD configurations. These connectors support the thin Serial ATA...
... end to 300MB/s data transfer rate. The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to the motherboard connector. SATA 1 (bottom) SATA 2 (top) SATA 3 (bottom) SATA 4 (top) EVGA 15 There are six serial ATA connectors on the motherboard that support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 0+1 and JBOD configurations. These connectors support the thin Serial ATA...
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...the system on and off . The system restarts when the RESET switch is pressed. When the system is in S0 status, the LED is on. EVGA 16 Some chassis do not have all four cables. The HDD indicator LED indicates the activity status of the connector. When the system is in...; HD_LED Attach the hard disk drive indicator LED cable to these two pins. Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables: (see Table 2 for pin definitions) PWRLED Attach the front panel power LED cable to...
...the system on and off . The system restarts when the RESET switch is pressed. When the system is in S0 status, the LED is on. EVGA 16 Some chassis do not have all four cables. The HDD indicator LED indicates the activity status of the connector. When the system is in...; HD_LED Attach the hard disk drive indicator LED cable to these two pins. Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables: (see Table 2 for pin definitions) PWRLED Attach the front panel power LED cable to...
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... used to +5V Hard disk drive active LED Front panel green light Front panel yellow light Ground Reset switch Power switch Ground USB Headers This motherboard contains six (6) USB 2.0 ports that are equipped with the front panel option). 2. USB 2.0 Header Pins Connector Pin USB 2.0 Header Connector 1 3 5 7... 2 4 6 8 10 Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND Empty Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND No Connect Card Edge EVGA 17 Connect the end of your chassis (not all chassis are exposed on the motherboard. Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of the cable to the USB 2.0 header on...
... used to +5V Hard disk drive active LED Front panel green light Front panel yellow light Ground Reset switch Power switch Ground USB Headers This motherboard contains six (6) USB 2.0 ports that are equipped with the front panel option). 2. USB 2.0 Header Pins Connector Pin USB 2.0 Header Connector 1 3 5 7... 2 4 6 8 10 Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND Empty Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND No Connect Card Edge EVGA 17 Connect the end of your chassis (not all chassis are exposed on the motherboard. Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of the cable to the USB 2.0 header on...
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... of the CMOS Setup. CPU Fan Connector 4 3 2 GND SENSE PWR CONTROL 3 2 Auxiliary Fan Connector GND +12V SENSE EVGA nForce 750i SLI SPP/MCP Fan Connector 3 2 Install the fan over the nForce 750i SLI SPP to pins 1, 2, and 3 on the motherboard. The fan plugs into a 3-pin connector. Note that the CPU fan cable can be either a 3-pin or a 4-pin...
... of the CMOS Setup. CPU Fan Connector 4 3 2 GND SENSE PWR CONTROL 3 2 Auxiliary Fan Connector GND +12V SENSE EVGA nForce 750i SLI SPP/MCP Fan Connector 3 2 Install the fan over the nForce 750i SLI SPP to pins 1, 2, and 3 on the motherboard. The fan plugs into a 3-pin connector. Note that the CPU fan cable can be either a 3-pin or a 4-pin...
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Connect one side of a switching cable to the header and then attach the serial device to the other side of the cable. Serial Connector 3 2 GND +12V SENSE Auxiliary Fan Connector MCP Fan Connector 3 2 GND +12V SENSE The motherboard kit provides an additional serial connector head for your system. Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) Connector The motherboard supports a standard 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44m, and a 2.88M floppy disk drive (FDD). EVGA 20
Connect one side of a switching cable to the header and then attach the serial device to the other side of the cable. Serial Connector 3 2 GND +12V SENSE Auxiliary Fan Connector MCP Fan Connector 3 2 GND +12V SENSE The motherboard kit provides an additional serial connector head for your system. Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) Connector The motherboard supports a standard 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44m, and a 2.88M floppy disk drive (FDD). EVGA 20