Biostar A520MPT-E - User Manual

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Biostar A520MPT-E Specifications

General

Brand	Biostar
Model	A520MPT-E
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

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Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Before You Start

Essential precautions and preparation steps before installing the motherboard.

1.2 Package Checklist

Lists all items included in the motherboard packaging for user verification.

1.3 Specifications

Details the motherboard's technical specifications, including CPU, memory, storage, and I/O.

1.4 Rear Panel Connectors

Illustrates and describes the various ports and connectors on the motherboard's rear panel.

1.5 Motherboard Layout

Provides a diagram identifying the location of major components and connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

2.1 CPU Installation

Step-by-step guide for safely installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) into the socket.

2.2 Heatsink Installation

Instructions for properly mounting the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

2.3 Cooling Fan Connection

Details on connecting CPU and system fans to the appropriate motherboard headers.

2.4 System Memory Installation

Guide for installing DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots correctly.

2.5 Expansion Slots

Information on the various PCI Express and M.2 expansion slots available.

2.6 Jumper and Switch Settings

Explains how to configure system jumpers, focusing on the Clear CMOS jumper.

2.7 Headers and Connectors

Describes internal headers for power, front panel I/O, USB, and other connections.

Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup

How to access and navigate the UEFI BIOS settings for system configuration.

3.2 BIOS Update

Procedures for updating the motherboard BIOS using BIOSTAR utilities.

3.3 Software

Guidance on installing and using bundled software utilities like BIOScreen.

Chapter 4: Useful Help

4.1 Driver Installation

Instructions for installing drivers from the DVD for optimal system performance.

4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Codes

Lists BIOS beep codes to help identify boot-related hardware issues.

4.3 Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common problems such as CPU overheating and system instability.

4.4 RAID Functions

Explains different RAID levels (0, 1, 10) and their features for storage management.