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... prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of Foxconn, Inc. All trade names are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Trademark: All trademarks are for reference only, please... products, please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © All rights reserved. CAUTION Statement: This manual is disposed of correctly, you will help you to use motherboard better, and tells you how to the physical motherboard for A9DA Series motherboard. Symbol description: !...
... prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of Foxconn, Inc. All trade names are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Trademark: All trademarks are for reference only, please... products, please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © All rights reserved. CAUTION Statement: This manual is disposed of correctly, you will help you to use motherboard better, and tells you how to the physical motherboard for A9DA Series motherboard. Symbol description: !...
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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 A9DA-S/A9DA 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 A9DA-S/A9DA 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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...: 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. Fullerton, CA 92835 714-738-8868 714-738-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A9DA-S/A9DA PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Tested...
...: 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. Fullerton, CA 92835 714-738-8868 714-738-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A9DA-S/A9DA PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Tested...
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...is turned off before installing or removing CPU, memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. Incorrect con- nections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any , when connecting USB, audio, RS232 COM, IrDA or S/PDIF cables to the internal connectors on... will quickly damage your system. ! ity of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. Normally it comes out as a motherboard, CPU or memory. ■ Ensure that flows between two objects at different electrical potentials. Also, make sure there are no leftover...
...is turned off before installing or removing CPU, memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. Incorrect con- nections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any , when connecting USB, audio, RS232 COM, IrDA or S/PDIF cables to the internal connectors on... will quickly damage your system. ! ity of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. Normally it comes out as a motherboard, CPU or memory. ■ Ensure that flows between two objects at different electrical potentials. Also, make sure there are no leftover...
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With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A9DA-S/ A9DA enables you need for buying Foxconn A9DA Series motherboard. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors Foxconn products are engineered to maximize computing power, providing only what you to unleash more power from your computer. Thank you for break-through performance.
With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A9DA-S/ A9DA enables you need for buying Foxconn A9DA Series motherboard. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors Foxconn products are engineered to maximize computing power, providing only what you to unleash more power from your computer. Thank you for break-through performance.
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... 7. PCI Express x16 Slots 4. Front USB Connectors 11. NB_FAN Header 3. System Fan Header 10. Power on Button (only for A9DA-S) 12. PCI Slots 6. South Bridge: AMD SB850 21. Front Panel Connector 14. COM1 Connector 15. CPU Socket 22. Reset Button (only for... Audio Connector 8. 1394a Connector (only for detail. North Bridge: RS880D 23. 8-pin ATX 12V Power Connector Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for A9DA-S) 9. Speaker Connector 16. 1 1-2 Layout 5 43 2 1 6 7 23 22 8 9 21 10 20 19 11 12 13...
... 7. PCI Express x16 Slots 4. Front USB Connectors 11. NB_FAN Header 3. System Fan Header 10. Power on Button (only for A9DA-S) 12. PCI Slots 6. South Bridge: AMD SB850 21. Front Panel Connector 14. COM1 Connector 15. CPU Socket 22. Reset Button (only for... Audio Connector 8. 1394a Connector (only for detail. North Bridge: RS880D 23. 8-pin ATX 12V Power Connector Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for A9DA-S) 9. Speaker Connector 16. 1 1-2 Layout 5 43 2 1 6 7 23 22 8 9 21 10 20 19 11 12 13...
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Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this chapter carefully. This chapter includes the following information : ■ Install the CPU and CPU ... the Memory ■ Install an Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers Please visit the following website for more supporting information about your motherboard. Caution should be exercised during the installation of jumpers. This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply...
Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this chapter carefully. This chapter includes the following information : ■ Install the CPU and CPU ... the Memory ■ Install an Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers Please visit the following website for more supporting information about your motherboard. Caution should be exercised during the installation of jumpers. This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply...
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... accordance with the CPU socket, and gently put the CPU onto the socket. If you begin to install the CPU : ■ Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented...
... accordance with the CPU socket, and gently put the CPU onto the socket. If you begin to install the CPU : ■ Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented...
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Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! Buckle the heatsink at one side of CPU. 2. Attach the 3-wire CPU cooler connector to the CPU fan header on the surface of the stand. 2 3. ... locked position. Buckle the heatsink firmly at another side, and press the fasten lever down to correctly install the CPU cooler. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1.
Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! Buckle the heatsink at one side of CPU. 2. Attach the 3-wire CPU cooler connector to the CPU fan header on the surface of the stand. 2 3. ... locked position. Buckle the heatsink firmly at another side, and press the fasten lever down to correctly install the CPU cooler. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1.
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... same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in your system. Single Channel DS/SS - Single Channel - Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel - - DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (DS...cord from the power outlet before you are : DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 Single Channel DS/SS - - When memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. CAUTION 10 It is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction. If you begin to...
... same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in your system. Single Channel DS/SS - Single Channel - Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel - - DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (DS...cord from the power outlet before you are : DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 Single Channel DS/SS - - When memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. CAUTION 10 It is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction. If you begin to...
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... outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on both sides separated by a notch in the middle, so it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Be sure to the memory module. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on top edge of memory module, it can only fit...
... outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on both sides separated by a notch in the middle, so it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Be sure to the memory module. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on top edge of memory module, it can only fit...
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2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Make sure the metal contacts on the ...
2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Make sure the metal contacts on the ...
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... GND Pin # 5 6 7 8 Definition +12V +12V +12V +12V 13 We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. If you need to align the ATX power connector according to the picture. 20-Pin Power 8-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector : PWR2 The 8-pin ATX... to PWR2 and provides power to damage any device, make sure it is the ATX power supply connector. 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are using a 24-pin power supply.
... GND Pin # 5 6 7 8 Definition +12V +12V +12V +12V 13 We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. If you need to align the ATX power connector according to the picture. 20-Pin Power 8-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector : PWR2 The 8-pin ATX... to PWR2 and provides power to damage any device, make sure it is the ATX power supply connector. 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are using a 24-pin power supply.
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...cable with a 9-pin D-sub connector at one serial RS232 COM port for legacy compatibility. The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in the motherboard. 12 RLSD SIN SOUT DTR GND DSR RTS CTS RI EMPTY 9 10 COM1 14 We recommend you need to align the ATX power connector ...according to connect with COM1 connector in "PC Health Status" section of the chassis. SPKJ 1 EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER COM Connector : COM1 This motherboard supports one end to connect with the external RS232 device and another end with 10-pin female connector to the picture on this...
...cable with a 9-pin D-sub connector at one serial RS232 COM port for legacy compatibility. The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in the motherboard. 12 RLSD SIN SOUT DTR GND DSR RTS CTS RI EMPTY 9 10 COM1 14 We recommend you need to align the ATX power connector ...according to connect with COM1 connector in "PC Health Status" section of the chassis. SPKJ 1 EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER COM Connector : COM1 This motherboard supports one end to connect with the external RS232 device and another end with 10-pin female connector to the picture on this...
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... the upper SATA port of SATA5_ESATA on and off mode (S5), the LED is directional with +/- 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED) Connect to 600MB/s data transfer rate...active status of the chassis. When the system is in operation (S0 status), the LED is blinking; the system will be turned on the motherboard(as depicted). RESET-SW PWR-SW NC EMPTY 9 10 FP1 Serial ATA Connectors : SATA1_SATA2, SATA3_ SATA4, SATA5_ESATA The Serial ATA connector is...
... the upper SATA port of SATA5_ESATA on and off mode (S5), the LED is directional with +/- 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED) Connect to 600MB/s data transfer rate...active status of the chassis. When the system is in operation (S0 status), the LED is blinking; the system will be turned on the motherboard(as depicted). RESET-SW PWR-SW NC EMPTY 9 10 FP1 Serial ATA Connectors : SATA1_SATA2, SATA3_ SATA4, SATA5_ESATA The Serial ATA connector is...
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... the Front Audio output choice. 12 PORT1_L AUD_GND PORT1_R PRESENCE_J PORT2_R SENSE1_RETURN SENSE_SEND EMPTY PORT2_L SENSE2_RETURN 9 10 F_AUDIO 1394a Connector : F_1394 ( only for A9DA-S ) The 1394a expansion cable can be connected to the six USB ports on the rear panel, this product also provides four 10-pin USB headers...appropriate interface) or real panel of your chassis is a Sony standard audio connector, it can quickly expand another eight USB ports on its motherboard. CD_L GND CD_R 1 CD_IN Audio Connector : F_AUDIO The audio connector supports HD Audio standard.
... the Front Audio output choice. 12 PORT1_L AUD_GND PORT1_R PRESENCE_J PORT2_R SENSE1_RETURN SENSE_SEND EMPTY PORT2_L SENSE2_RETURN 9 10 F_AUDIO 1394a Connector : F_1394 ( only for A9DA-S ) The 1394a expansion cable can be connected to the six USB ports on the rear panel, this product also provides four 10-pin USB headers...appropriate interface) or real panel of your chassis is a Sony standard audio connector, it can quickly expand another eight USB ports on its motherboard. CD_L GND CD_R 1 CD_IN Audio Connector : F_AUDIO The audio connector supports HD Audio standard.
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... it on the two pins to temporarily short them . 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.). Normal 1 2 (Default...for a few seconds, but using jumper cap is recommended. 2 2-5 Jumpers For some features needed, users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard to modify them . This section explains how to it. Description of the jumper settings. For any jumper setting. "Closed" means placing a ...
... it on the two pins to temporarily short them . 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.). Normal 1 2 (Default...for a few seconds, but using jumper cap is recommended. 2 2-5 Jumpers For some features needed, users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard to modify them . This section explains how to it. Description of the jumper settings. For any jumper setting. "Closed" means placing a ...
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... (hh:mm:ss) This item allows you to [Not Detected] configure the system Date. [All Errors, But ...] [Disabled] [Enabled] Model Name :A9DA-S/A9DA BIOS ID :994F1D12 BIOS Version : 08.00.15 Memory Size : 2048MB MAC Address :00-00-00-00-00-00 CPU Name : AMD Phenom(tm)...Detected] [Not Detected] Use [+] or [-] to configure the desired time. Day-weekday from 1 to Sat., this message is the lower SATA port of the motherboard. to 12. SATA1 is the upper SATA port of SATA3_SATA4. Copyright (C) 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. Year-year, set up . 22 Use [ENTER...
... (hh:mm:ss) This item allows you to [Not Detected] configure the system Date. [All Errors, But ...] [Disabled] [Enabled] Model Name :A9DA-S/A9DA BIOS ID :994F1D12 BIOS Version : 08.00.15 Memory Size : 2048MB MAC Address :00-00-00-00-00-00 CPU Name : AMD Phenom(tm)...Detected] [Not Detected] Use [+] or [-] to configure the desired time. Day-weekday from 1 to Sat., this message is the lower SATA port of the motherboard. to 12. SATA1 is the upper SATA port of SATA3_SATA4. Copyright (C) 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. Year-year, set up . 22 Use [ENTER...
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...PCI devices may be allocated to each PCI device can hold the bus before they can get access to the disadvantage of other devices on a motherboard that only supports MPS 1.1. ► PCI Latency Timer This item is used to enable/disable the quiet boot. [Disabled] : Displays the ... Help F9:Optimized Defaults ► MPS Revision This feature is only applicable to multiprocessor motherboards as 1.1 only if you should only leave it as it specifies the version of the MPS that the motherboard will use of POST messages. 24 Copyright (C) 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. ...
...PCI devices may be allocated to each PCI device can hold the bus before they can get access to the disadvantage of other devices on a motherboard that only supports MPS 1.1. ► PCI Latency Timer This item is used to enable/disable the quiet boot. [Disabled] : Displays the ... Help F9:Optimized Defaults ► MPS Revision This feature is only applicable to multiprocessor motherboards as 1.1 only if you should only leave it as it specifies the version of the MPS that the motherboard will use of POST messages. 24 Copyright (C) 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. ...