Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specications 2
1.3 Motherboard Layout 7
1.4 I/O Panel 9
Chapter 2 Installation 11
2.1 Installing the CPU 12
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 15
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) 16
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 18
2.5 Jumpers Setup 20
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 21
2.7 Smart Switch 28
2.8 Post Status Checker 29
2.9 SLI
TM
and 3-Way SLI
TM
and Operation Guide 30
2.9.1 Installing Two SLI
TM
-Ready Graphics Cards 30
2.9.2 Installing Three SLI
TM
-Ready Graphics Cards 32
2.9.3 Driver Installation and Setup 34
2.10 CrossFireX
TM
and 3-Way CrossFireX
TM
Operation Guide 35
2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireX
TM
-Ready Graphics Cards 35
2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireX
TM
-Ready Graphics Cards 37
2.10.3 Driver Installation and Setup 38