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General| Manufacturer | American Megatrends |
|---|---|
| Model | MI980 |
| SATA 6Gb/s | 4 |
| Memory Slots | 2 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| USB Ports | 2 x USB 2.0 |
Describes the MI980 Mini ITX motherboard, its chipset, processor family, and key features like memory, graphics, and connectivity.
Lists the items that should be included in the MI980 package, such as the motherboard, manual, CD, and cables.
Explains how to install DDR3 SODIMM memory modules into the motherboard's sockets, including step-by-step instructions.
Introduces the use of jumpers for various settings and lists specific jumpers with their page references.
Lists the various connectors available on the M1980 motherboard and their respective functions or locations.
Provides an overview of the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) and its role in system support and security.
Explains how to enter the BIOS Setup utility using the DEL key and navigate its interface.
Lists the categories of advanced settings available in the BIOS, such as PCI Subsystem, ACPI, and CPU configuration.
Details the configuration options related to the motherboard's chipset, including PCH-IO and System Agent settings.
Covers settings related to system boot behavior, including prompt timeout, NumLock state, and boot order priorities.
Describes settings for the Compatibility Support Module (CSM), controlling boot options and ROM priority.
Explains how to set administrator and user passwords to protect BIOS access and system boot.
Details options for saving configuration changes, discarding them, or restoring default settings before exiting the BIOS setup.
Describes the procedure for installing the Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility, which is crucial before other drivers.
Guides the user through the installation of VGA drivers for the integrated graphics.
Provides steps for installing the Realtek HD Audio drivers for sound functionality.
Explains how to install the drivers for the onboard Local Area Network (LAN) controller.
Details the installation process for the Intel Management Engine Interface driver.
Outlines the steps for installing the drivers for the USB 3.0 ports.
Lists the I/O port addresses assigned to various peripheral devices on the system.
Details the interrupt request lines (IRQ) used by peripheral devices to communicate with the CPU.
Explains the functionality and configuration of the Watchdog Timer (WDT) for preventing system lock-ups.
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