Biostar P4M80-M4 - User Manual

P4M80-M4
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Biostar P4M80-M4 Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Socket	Socket 478
Supported CPU	Intel Pentium 4/ Celeron
Front Side Bus	800 MHz
Memory Slots	2
Memory Type	DDR SDRAM
Maximum Memory	2 GB
LAN	10/100 Mbps
Chipset	VIA P4M800
USB Ports	4 x USB 2.0
Onboard Video	VIA UniChrome Pro IGP
LAN Chipset	VIA VT6103
Expansion Slots	1 x AGP 8X 3 x PCI
Storage	2 x IDE 2 x SATA
Audio	Realtek ALC655

Summary

Motherboard Component Layout and Notation

Component Identification Diagram

CPU Installation Procedure

Lever Adjustment for CPU Socket

Instructions on how to release and raise the CPU socket lever.

CPU Alignment and Orientation

Guidance on aligning the CPU with the socket using the white dot/cut edge.

Securing the CPU in Socket

Steps for holding the CPU and closing the lever to secure it.

CPU Fan Installation and Connection

Instructions for mounting the CPU fan and connecting its power cable.

Fan Header Connections

CPU Fan Header (JCFAN1)

System Fan Header (JSFAN1)

System Memory Installation Guide

Preparing and Aligning DIMM Slots

How to unlock the DIMM slot and align the memory module notch.

Inserting and Seating DIMM Modules

Procedure for vertically inserting the DIMM until it snaps into place.

Storage Interface Connectors

Hard Disk Connectors (IDE1;IDE2)

Expansion Slot Types

Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Slots

Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot

ATX Power and Jumper Settings

ATX Power Connector (JATXPWR1) Pinout

Details the pin assignments for the 20-pin ATX power connector.

Power and Audio Interface Connections

ATX Power Connector (JATXPWR2)

Front Panel Audio Header (JAUDIO1)

Details the front panel audio header, its pins, and function.

Front Panel and Digital Audio Interfaces

Digital Audio Output Connector (JSPDIFO1)

Front Panel Header (JPANEL1)

Details the 24-pin connector for PC case front panel switches and LEDs.

USB and CMOS Management

Front USB Headers (JUSB3;JUSB4)

Explains the front USB headers for connecting additional USB ports.

Clear CMOS Header (JCMOS1) Procedures

Details the Clear CMOS header and procedures for resetting BIOS settings.

SATA and CD-ROM Audio Interfaces

Serial ATA Connectors (JSATA1;JSATA2)

BIOS Error Codes and Recovery

Award BIOS Beep Code Meanings

Provides a table of beep sounds and their corresponding error meanings.

BIOS Recovery via AWDFLASH

Step-by-step guide for restoring BIOS using the AWDFLASH utility.

CPU Overheating Protection and Troubleshooting

CPU Overheat Shutdown Mechanism

Explains automatic shutdown due to CPU overheating.

Steps to Resolve CPU Overheating

Steps to check CPU cooler, fan speed, and reset protection.

General System Troubleshooting

Power, Keyboard, and System Operability

Troubleshooting steps for no power, unlit keyboard indicators, or system issues.

Booting and Hard Drive Configuration

Solutions for booting problems, drive detection, and dual drive installation.

CMOS Failure and Drive Installation Issues

Addresses issues related to CMOS settings and configuration errors.

WarpSpeeder Requirements and Installation

System Requirements for WarpSpeeder

WarpSpeeder Software Installation

WarpSpeeder Main Panel Interface

Main Panel Information Display

WarpSpeeder Voltage Control Panel

Adjusting CPU and Memory Voltages

WarpSpeeder Overclocking Features

Real-time Frequency Adjustment

Overclocking Safety and Recovery

Warns about manual overclocking risks and recommends Auto overclock/Verify.

Recovery Options for System Failures

WarpSpeeder Auto-Overclock and Monitoring

Automated Overclocking and Verification

Hardware Monitor Panel Usage