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Biostar MCP68S Series User Manual

Biostar MCP68S Series
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USER'S MANUAL
Of
MCP68S Chipset
M/B for Socket AM3
Series AMD
Processor
NO. G03-TN68M-F
Rev: 1.0
Release date: April. 2011
Trademark:
* Specifications and Information contained in this documentation are furnished for information use only, and are
subject to change at any time without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by manufacturer.

Questions and Answers:

Biostar MCP68S Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetNVIDIA GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a
Form FactorMicro ATX
Storage Interface4 x SATA 3Gb/s
AudioRealtek ALC662 6-Channel HD Audio
Memory Slots2 x DIMM
Expansion Slots1 x PCI-E x16, 1 x PCI-E x1, 2 x PCI
LANRealtek RTL8201CL 10/100 Mbps
IDE Ports1 x ATA133

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction of MCP68S Motherboard Series

1-1 Features of motherboard

Details the key features and specifications of the MCP68S motherboard series, including CPU support and memory capabilities.

1-1.1 Special Features of Motherboard

Highlights specific technologies like CPU Thermal Throttling and CPU VID for enhanced protection and performance.

1-2 Specification

Provides a detailed technical specification list for the MCP68S chipset and motherboard components.

1-3 Item Checklist

Lists the essential items included with the motherboard for user verification.

1-4 Layout Diagram

Illustrates the physical layout of the motherboard, showing the location of key components and connectors.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2-1 Hardware Installation Steps

Outlines the sequential steps required for installing hardware components onto the motherboard.

2-2 Checking Motherboard's Jumper Setting

Explains how to check and configure motherboard jumper settings, including CMOS RAM clear.

2-3 CPU Installation

Provides instructions and warnings for correctly installing the CPU into the motherboard's ZIF socket.

2-4 Memory Installation

Guides users on how to install DDRIII memory modules into the DIMM slots for optimal performance.

2-5 Expansion Card Installation

2-5-1 Expansion Slot

Describes the available expansion slots on the motherboard, including PCI-Express and PCI slots.

2-5-2 Procedure for Expansion Card Installation

Details the step-by-step process for installing expansion cards into the motherboard's slots.

Chapter 3 Connectors and Headers

3-1 I/O Back Panel Connectors

Identifies and explains the function of external connectors on the motherboard's I/O panel.

3-2 Motherboard Internal Connectors

(1) Power Connector (24-pin block): ATXPWR

Explains the 24-pin ATX power connector and its role in supplying power to the motherboard.

(2) ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin block): ATX12V

Details the 4-pin ATX 12V power connector for enhanced CPU power delivery and system stability.

(8) FAN Power Headers: SYSFAN1 (3-pin), CPUFAN1 (4-pin)

Describes the fan power headers for connecting CPU and system cooling fans, noting polarity.

(1) Line-Out/MIC Header for Front Panel (9-pin): AUDIO

Explains the front panel audio header for connecting speakers and microphones.

(2) USB Port Headers (9-pin):USB1/USB3

Details the USB port headers for adding extra USB ports via front panel connections.

(3) Speaker Header: SPEAK

Describes the header for connecting the internal case speaker.

(4) Power LED: PWR LED

Explains the header for the power status LED indicator on the computer case.

(5) Hard Disk Activity LED: HD LED

Describes the header for the hard disk activity indicator light.

(6) Reset Switch LED: RESET

Details the header for the case-mounted reset switch.

(7) Power Switch: PWR BTN

Explains the header for the case-mounted power switch to turn the system on/off.

(9) HDMI-SPDIF Out header: HDMI_SPDIF

Describes the header for digital audio output via HDMI/SPDIF.

(10) Serial COM Port header(9-PIN): COM1

Details the header for the 9-pin serial COM port (RS232).

Chapter 4 Useful Help

4-1 How to Update BIOS

Provides instructions for updating the system's BIOS via DOS and Windows operating systems.

4-2 Trouble Shooting

Offers solutions for common hardware and system boot problems, including power and boot failures.

Appendix I Power Supply Mold and FAN Solution

Subject 1: Regarding the Application of 3-Phase or 3+1 Phase Power Supply Mold

Discusses power supply phase designs and their relation to CPU power consumption and MOSFET protection.

Subject 2: Suggestion on choosing electric fan

Provides recommendations for selecting CPU fans based on heat dissipation and case ventilation.

Appendix II Thunder Protection Feature

Introduction

Introduces the concept of thunder protection and its importance for electronic products.

Thunder Protection Technology from Jetway Thunder Series Motherboard

Explains the integrated thunder-protection walls and their function against electric surges.

IEC61000-4-5 (1.2-50us) Standardized Thunder Electric Surge Laboratory Test

Details laboratory tests and results for thunder electric surge resistance.

Conclusion

Summarizes the effectiveness of Jetway's Thunder Series motherboards in protecting against electric surges.

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