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Biostar A780L

Biostar A780L
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A780L M2G+/A780L M2L+/A780L Setup Manual
FCC Information and Copyright
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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Biostar A780L Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBiostar
ModelA780L
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FCC Information and Copyright

Chapter 1: Introduction

Before You Start

Instructions and precautions to follow before installing the motherboard.

Package Checklist

List of items included in the motherboard package.

Motherboard Features

CPU, FSB, and Chipset Specifications

Details on CPU socket, processor compatibility, FSB, and chipset.

Super IO, Memory, and Graphics

Information on Super I/O, DDR2 memory, and integrated graphics.

Storage, Networking, and Audio Interfaces

Details on IDE, SATA, LAN, and audio interfaces.

Expansion Slots and On-board Connectors

Specifications for PCI-E, PCI slots, and various on-board connectors.

Rear Panel Connectors

Rear Panel IO Layout

Diagram and description of connectors on the motherboard's rear I/O panel.

Motherboard Layout

Component Diagram and Labels

Visual layout of motherboard components and connector locations.

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

CPU Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

Fan Headers

CPU and System Fan Header Connections

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

Installing System Memory

Memory Module Installation

Instructions for installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.

Memory Capacity and Dual Channel

Memory capacity table and dual channel installation requirements.

Connectors and Slots

Floppy, IDE, and SATA Connectors

Description of FDD, IDE, and SATA connectors and their specifications.

Power Connectors (ATXPWR1, ATXPWR2)

Pinout and connection details for ATX power supply connectors.

PCI-Express and PCI Slots

Specifications and functionality of PCI-Express and PCI expansion slots.

Chapter 3: Headers & Jumpers Setup

How to Setup Jumpers

Illustration and explanation of how to set up jumpers on the motherboard.

Front Panel Header (PANEL1)

Pinout and function of the front panel header for power and reset switches.

Front USB Headers (FUSB1 FUSB2)

Details on front panel USB headers and their pin assignments.

Clear CMOS Header (JCMOS1)

Procedure for clearing CMOS settings using the JCMOS1 header.

Front Panel Audio Header (FAUDIO1)

Pinout and connection details for the front panel audio header.

Digital Audio-out Connector (JSPDIFOUT1)

Information about the digital audio output connector.

Printer Port Connector (J PRINT1)

Pinout and description of the printer port connector.

Serial Port Connector (JCOM1)

Details on the serial port connector for RS-232 communication.

USB Port Power Source Headers (JUSBV1 JUSBV2)

Chapter 4: RAID Functions

Supported Operating Systems

List of operating systems supported by the motherboard.

RAID Array Types

Overview of supported RAID array types: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 1+0.

RAID 0 Functionality

Explanation of how RAID 0 technology functions, focusing on data striping.

RAID 1 Functionality

Explanation of how RAID 1 technology functions, focusing on data mirroring.

RAID 1+0 Functionality

Explanation of how RAID 1+0 technology functions, combining striping and mirroring.

Chapter 5: Useful Help

Driver Installation Guide

Instructions for installing motherboard drivers from the setup CD.

Software Installation and Utilities

Installing Software Utilities

Steps to install software utilities and drivers from the CD.

eHot-Line Utility

Description of the eHot-Line utility for tech support.

BIOS Update Utility

AWARD and AMI BIOS Update

Interface and options for updating BIOS on AWARD and AMI systems.

Backing Up BIOS

Procedure for backing up the current BIOS to a file.

Updating the BIOS

Steps for updating the motherboard BIOS using the utility.

Extra Information: CPU Overheating

BIO-Flasher Utility

Updating BIOS with BIO-Flasher

Guide to updating BIOS using the BIO-Flasher utility.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Appendix: Specifications in Other Languages

German Specifications

German language specifications for the motherboard.

French Specifications

French language specifications for the motherboard.

Italian Specifications

Italian language specifications for the motherboard.

Spanish Specifications

Spanish language specifications for the motherboard.

Portuguese Specifications

Portuguese language specifications for the motherboard.

Polish Specifications

Polish language specifications for the motherboard.

Russian Specifications

Russian language specifications for the motherboard.

Japanese Specifications

Japanese language specifications for the motherboard.

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