Biostar H81MHV3 2.0 User Manual

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Biostar H81MHV3 2.0 Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Chipset	Intel H81
CPU Socket	LGA 1150
Memory Slots	2 x DIMM
Maximum Memory	16GB
USB Ports	2 x USB 3.0, 6 x USB 2.0
Audio	Realtek ALC662 6-Channel HD Audio
Video Outputs	1 x VGA, 1 x HDMI
Power Connector	24-pin ATX, 4-pin ATX 12V
Memory Standard	DDR3 1600/1333 MHz
Storage Interface	2 x SATA 6Gb/s, 2 x SATA 3Gb/s
LAN	Realtek RTL8111G - 10/100/1000Mb/s
Expansion Slots	1 x PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Before You Start

Safety and preparation guidelines for installing the motherboard, including workspace and static discharge.

1.3 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard, including CPU, chipset, memory, and connectivity.

1.4 Rear Panel Connectors

Diagram and explanation of the ports and connectors available on the motherboard's rear panel.

1.5 Motherboard Layout

Visual diagram showing the location of key components, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Step-by-step instructions for safely installing the CPU into the motherboard socket.

2.2 Install a Heatsink

Guide on correctly mounting the CPU heatsink and fan assembly to the motherboard.

2.4 Install System Memory

Instructions for installing DDR3 memory modules into the motherboard's DIMM slots.

2.7 Headers & Connectors

Details on connecting power supplies, front panel, and internal headers on the motherboard.

Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup

Guide on accessing and navigating the BIOS setup utility for system configuration.

3.2 BIOS Update

Procedures for updating the motherboard's BIOS using BIOSTAR's utilities.

3.3 Software

Instructions for installing and launching system software utilities, including BIOScreen.

Chapter 4: Useful Help

4.1 Driver Installation

Steps for installing necessary drivers and software from the provided installation DVD.

4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code

List of beep codes and their meanings for diagnosing boot block errors.

4.3 AMI BIOS Post Code

Table of POST codes and their descriptions for system diagnostics.

4.4 Troubleshooting

Solutions for common hardware and system operational problems, including CPU overheating.