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Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................ 5
1.1 Package Contents ..................................................................... 5
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1.3 Unique Features ........................................................................ 9
1.4 Motherboard Layout ................................................................. 13
1.5 I/O Panel .................................................................................. 14
2. Installation .................................................................. 15
Pre-installation Precautions ................................................................ 15
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 16
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ...................................... 16
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2.5 Dual Graphics Operation Guide ................................................ 19
2.6 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features ........................... 21
2.7 Jumpers Setup ........................................................................... 24
2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors ....................................... 25
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2.10 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDs ................. 29
2.11 SATA3 HDD Hot Plug and Hot SwapFeature and Operation
Operation Guide ........................................................................ 30
2.12 Driver Installation Guide ............................................................ 32
2.13 Installing Windows
®
8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
TM
/ Vista
TM
64-bit With RAID Functions ........................................................ 32
2.14 Installing Windows
®
8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
TM
/ Vista
TM
64-bit / XP Without RAID Functions .......................................... 33