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Colorful C.H81A-BTC V20 User Manual

Colorful C.H81A-BTC V20
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C.H81A-BTC V20
User’s Manual
Motherboard
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Colorful C.H81A-BTC V20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandColorful
ModelC.H81A-BTC V20
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Packing Contents

Lists items included in the motherboard package, such as the motherboard itself, cables, CD, user's guide, and I/O shield.

Motherboard Specifications

Provides detailed specifications of the C.H81A-BTC V20 motherboard, including CPU, Chipset, Memory, Slots, Storage, and connectors.

Motherboard Layout

Describes the physical layout and component placement on the C.H81A-BTC V20 motherboard.

Hardware Installation

Safety Instructions

Outlines essential safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury during hardware installation.

Preparing the Motherboard

Details the necessary steps before installing the motherboard, including acquiring CPU and memory.

Installing the CPU

Provides a step-by-step guide on how to carefully install the CPU onto the motherboard socket, ensuring correct orientation.

Installing Memory DIMMs

Explains how to install DDR3 memory modules into the motherboard's DIMM slots, including dual-channel configuration.

Installing the Motherboard

Guides the user on the sequence and considerations for installing the motherboard into the computer chassis.

Installing the I/O Shield

Describes how to install the I/O shield into the chassis to protect components and prevent radio frequency interference.

Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis

Details the process of securing the motherboard to the chassis using mounting studs, spacers, and screws to prevent short circuits.

Connecting Cables and Setting Switches

Introduces the section covering internal cable connections and switch settings required for motherboard operation.

ATX Power Connectors

Explains how to connect the 24-pin ATX and 8-pin ATX 12V power supply connectors to the motherboard.

Serial ATA Connectors

Describes the connection of Serial ATA 3.0/6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives using signal cables.

Back Panel IO Connector

Illustrates the back panel connectors for PS/2, VGA, DVI, HDMI, USB, LAN, and Audio devices.

USB 3.0 Connectors

Explains the features and benefits of USB 3.0, including its faster speeds compared to USB 2.0.

USB 2.0 Connectors

Details the connection of USB 2.0 module cables to the motherboard for 480Mbps connection speed.

Front Panel Audio Connector

Guides the connection of the front panel audio I/O module cable to the motherboard for High Definition Audio or AC'97.

System Panel Connector

Explains connections for system panel functions like power LED, HDD LED, speaker, power button, and reset button.

Fan Connectors

Details connecting CPU, Chassis, and Power fan cables to the motherboard, ensuring correct pin alignment.

PCI Express x1 Slots

Describes the function and bandwidth of PCI Express x1 slots for less bandwidth-intensive cards like modems or LAN cards.

PCI Express x16 Slots

Explains the purpose of PCI Express x16 slots, typically used for graphics or video cards, and their bandwidth.

Clear CMOS Jumper

Details the location and function of the Clear CMOS jumper (JBAT) for clearing system configuration data.

Clear CMOS Procedure

Provides a step-by-step procedure to clear the CMOS by shorting pins 1-2, followed by returning to normal.

Technical Support

Entering BIOS Setup

Boot Option Priorities

Guides users on setting boot device priorities in the BIOS for installing an operating system from CD-ROM or USB.

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