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GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH AMD Socket 939 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-51PVMT9R-1001R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH AMD Socket 939 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-51PVMT9R-1001R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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Table of Contents GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard Layout 6 Block Diagram ...7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 1-3-1 Installation of the ...
Table of Contents GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard Layout 6 Block Diagram ...7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 1-3-1 Installation of the ...
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GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V Socket 939 CPU_FAN ATX FDD TV GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH LPT VGA 1394 USB W83627 LAN USB AUDIO1 AUDIO2 F_AUDIO PCIE_16 nVIDIA® GeForce 6150 VITESSE PCIE_1 8201 CI CD_IN BIOS PCI1 PCI2 VIA VT6307 DDR1 DDR2 DDR3 DDR4 IDE2 BAT nVIDIA® nForce 430 CLR_CMOS CODEC COMA SPDIF_IO SYS_FAN F1_1394 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_PANEL1 PWR_LED IDE1 SATAII0_1 SATAII2_3 - 6 -
GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V Socket 939 CPU_FAN ATX FDD TV GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH LPT VGA 1394 USB W83627 LAN USB AUDIO1 AUDIO2 F_AUDIO PCIE_16 nVIDIA® GeForce 6150 VITESSE PCIE_1 8201 CI CD_IN BIOS PCI1 PCI2 VIA VT6307 DDR1 DDR2 DDR3 DDR4 IDE2 BAT nVIDIA® nForce 430 CLR_CMOS CODEC COMA SPDIF_IO SYS_FAN F1_1394 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_PANEL1 PWR_LED IDE1 SATAII0_1 SATAII2_3 - 6 -
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... 64 / AlthlonTM 64 FX / AlthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor (K8) Supports core frequencies in /out connector 1 COMA connector 1 power LED connector GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 10 - Supports data striping (RAID 0), mirroring (RAID 1), striping + mirroring (RAID 0+1), RAID 5 for Serial ATA O.S Support Microsoft Windows 2000/XP Memory 4 DDR DIMM...
... 64 / AlthlonTM 64 FX / AlthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor (K8) Supports core frequencies in /out connector 1 COMA connector 1 power LED connector GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 10 - Supports data striping (RAID 0), mirroring (RAID 1), striping + mirroring (RAID 0+1), RAID 5 for Serial ATA O.S Support Microsoft Windows 2000/XP Memory 4 DDR DIMM...
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... the socket as shown in Fig. 1 (90o to set the CPU host frequency in the wrong direction, the CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 12 - If you wish to the plane of the CPU. 3. Do not force the CPU into its original position. Please use , otherwise overheating and...
... the socket as shown in Fig. 1 (90o to set the CPU host frequency in the wrong direction, the CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 12 - If you wish to the plane of the CPU. 3. Do not force the CPU into its original position. Please use , otherwise overheating and...
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... designed so that the computer power is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. Memory modules are unable to prevent hardware damage. 3. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 14 - Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the...
... designed so that the computer power is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. Memory modules are unable to prevent hardware damage. 3. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 14 - Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the...
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... Dual Channel memory configuration. 1. When the Dual Channel Technology is recommended to be enabled if only one . Hardware Installation English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH supports the Dual Channel Technology. The following is installed. 2. Dual Channel mode will not be used to achieve Dual Channel mode, we recommend installing them...
... Dual Channel memory configuration. 1. When the Dual Channel Technology is recommended to be enabled if only one . Hardware Installation English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH supports the Dual Channel Technology. The following is installed. 2. Dual Channel mode will not be used to achieve Dual Channel mode, we recommend installing them...
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Be sure the metal contacts on the slot. Please align the VGA card to the left shows. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 16 - Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from BIOS. 8. Replace your computer's chassis cover. 7. Make sure your VGA card is locked ...
Be sure the metal contacts on the slot. Please align the VGA card to the left shows. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 16 - Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from BIOS. 8. Replace your computer's chassis cover. 7. Make sure your VGA card is locked ...
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GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 18 - (Note 1) Video Adapter Introduction English TV Out Y Pr Pb/AV (HDTV Component) SVID OUT (S-Video Output) TV Out Port Video Adapter Pb/AV ...
GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 18 - (Note 1) Video Adapter Introduction English TV Out Y Pr Pb/AV (HDTV Component) SVID OUT (S-Video Output) TV Out Port Video Adapter Pb/AV ...
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... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 24-pin ATX) GND(Only for 24-pin ATX) GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 20 - English 1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to start...
... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 24-pin ATX) GND(Only for 24-pin ATX) GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 20 - English 1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to start...
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... or optical drive). English 6) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to work properly. 1 7 7 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 22 - One IDE connector can connect to one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the...
... or optical drive). English 6) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to work properly. 1 7 7 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 22 - One IDE connector can connect to one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the...
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... 1: Power Pin 2- Pin 3: NC Pin 4: Data(-) Open: Normal Close: Reset Hardware System Open: Normal Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) NC GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 24 - Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED Speaker Connector Power Switch MSG+ MSG- of your chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the...
... 1: Power Pin 2- Pin 3: NC Pin 4: Data(-) Open: Normal Close: Reset Hardware System Open: Normal Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) NC GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 24 - Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED Speaker Connector Power Switch MSG+ MSG- of your chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the...
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... optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. Definition 1 TPA+ 2 10 2 TPA- 1 9 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power(12V) 8 Power(12V) 9 No Pin 10 GND GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 26 - Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the IEEE1394 cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable...
... optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. Definition 1 TPA+ 2 10 2 TPA- 1 9 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power(12V) 8 Power(12V) 9 No Pin 10 GND GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 26 - Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the IEEE1394 cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable...
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English 17) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can check the "Case Open" status in BIOS Setup. Pin No. Default doesn't include the jumper to avoid improper use of this header. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to its default values by this header. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 28 -
English 17) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can check the "Case Open" status in BIOS Setup. Pin No. Default doesn't include the jumper to avoid improper use of this header. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to its default values by this header. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 28 -
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...... Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2006, Award Software, Inc. Please Load Optimized Defaults in this menu. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 30 - Press to accept . If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual.... GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH F3a . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, For Boot Menu 01/11/2006-C51-MCP51-6A61HG0CC-00 For Boot Menu Use < > or < > to select ...
...... Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2006, Award Software, Inc. Please Load Optimized Defaults in this menu. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 30 - Press to accept . If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual.... GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH F3a . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, For Boot Menu 01/11/2006-C51-MCP51-6A61HG0CC-00 For Boot Menu Use < > or < > to select ...
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... The year, from 1 to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is , , , . is calculated based on the 24-hour military-time clock. IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave; GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 32 - IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave devices setup. Week The week, from Sun to 31 (or the maximum allowed in . None (Default value) Select this...
... The year, from 1 to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is , , , . is calculated based on the 24-hour military-time clock. IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave; GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 32 - IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave devices setup. Week The week, from Sun to 31 (or the maximum allowed in . None (Default value) Select this...
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... the type of floppy disk drive by track number. Disabled BIOS will not be any warning message if the drive installed is 360K. (Default value) GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 34 - Enabled BIOS searches for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. Note that BIOS can not tell from 720K, 1.2M or 1.44M...
... the type of floppy disk drive by track number. Disabled BIOS will not be any warning message if the drive installed is 360K. (Default value) GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 34 - Enabled BIOS searches for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. Note that BIOS can not tell from 720K, 1.2M or 1.44M...
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...-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults SATA-II RAID function Enabled Enable SATAII RAID function. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 36 - Disabled Disable SATAII RAID function. (Default value) SATA-II 1 Primary RAID Enabled Enable SATAII 1 1st SATA RAID function. Disabled Disable this function. (Default...
...-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults SATA-II RAID function Enabled Enable SATAII RAID function. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 36 - Disabled Disable SATAII RAID function. (Default value) SATA-II 1 Primary RAID Enabled Enable SATAII 1 1st SATA RAID function. Disabled Disable this function. (Default...
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... 2F8/IRQ3. 3E8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3E8/IRQ4. 2E8/IRQ3 Disabled Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3BC/IRQ7. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 38 - Onboard LAN Boot ROM This function decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip. Parallel Port Mode SPP Using...
... 2F8/IRQ3. 3E8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3E8/IRQ4. 2E8/IRQ3 Disabled Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3BC/IRQ7. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 38 - Onboard LAN Boot ROM This function decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip. Parallel Port Mode SPP Using...
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... AC-power off. Any KEY Press any keys on your keyboard have "POWER Key" button, you can press the key to power on the system. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 40 - Full-On (Default value) When AC-power back to the system, the system always in "Off" state. Power On By Mouse Disabled Disabled...
... AC-power off. Any KEY Press any keys on your keyboard have "POWER Key" button, you can press the key to power on the system. GA-K8N51PVMT-9-RH Motherboard - 40 - Full-On (Default value) When AC-power back to the system, the system always in "Off" state. Power On By Mouse Disabled Disabled...