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DFI LanParty DK P35 series - User Manual

DFI LanParty DK P35 series
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Summary

Copyright

Trademarks

Listing of registered trademarks for operating systems and hardware components.

FCC and DOC Statement on Class B

Warranty

Static Electricity Precautions

Safety Measures

Procedures for safe handling of the system and electrical shock prevention.

About the Package

Before Using the System Board

Preparation steps and required basic system components for system board installation.

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the system board's processor, memory, and connectivity.

Features

Highlights of key technologies and capabilities like DDR2, ALC885 Audio, S/PDIF, and IDE.

Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation

System Board Layout

Visual identification of key components and connectors on the system board.

System Memory

Instructions for installing DDR2 memory modules and understanding memory channels.

CPU

Detailed guide for installing the CPU into the LGA 775 socket.

Installing the Fan and Heat Sink

Procedure for mounting the CPU fan and heat sink assembly for effective cooling.

Jumper Settings

Explanation of jumper configurations for system settings, including CMOS clearing.

PS;2 Power Select

Configuration options for PS/2 keyboard/mouse wake-up functionality.

USB Power Select

Configuration options for USB keyboard/mouse wake-up functionality.

CPU FSB Select

Settings to configure the CPU's Front Side Bus (FSB) speed for performance.

Rear Panel I;O Ports

Description of external connectors like PS/2, USB, LAN, and audio ports.

PS;2 Ports and S;PDIF Ports

Details on PS/2 keyboard/mouse connectivity and S/PDIF digital audio interfaces.

USB Ports and LAN Port

Information on connecting USB devices and network cables to the system board.

Audio

Explanation of onboard audio connectors for sound input and output.

Serial ATA Connectors

Guide for connecting SATA storage devices to the system board.

Configuring RAID

Steps to set up RAID arrays for enhanced storage performance and fault tolerance.

Floppy Disk Drive Connector and IDE Connector

Instructions for connecting legacy floppy drives and IDE hard drives.

IrDA and Serial (COM) Connectors

Details on connecting IrDA devices and traditional serial communication ports.

Cooling Fan Connectors

Guide for connecting CPU and system fans for thermal management.

EZ Touch Switches

Overview of the on-board power and reset switches for system control.

Power Connectors

Guidelines for connecting ATX power supply connectors for system power.

Restarting the PC

Procedures for safely powering down and restarting the computer.

Front Panel Connectors and LEDs

Identification and function of front panel headers and diagnostic LEDs.

PCI Express Slots

Information on installing expansion cards into PCI Express slots.

Chapter 3 - BIOS Setup

Award BIOS Setup Utility

Introduction to the BIOS interface and navigation for setup options.

Standard CMOS Features

Configuration of date, time, IDE devices, and basic system hardware.

Advanced BIOS Features

Options for boot priority, security settings, and system performance tuning.

Advanced Chipset Features

Settings for chipset functions, memory mapping, and PCI Express compliance.

Integrated Peripherals

Configuration of onboard devices like SATA, LAN, and audio controllers.

Super IO Device

Settings for legacy I/O devices such as floppy and serial ports.

Power Management Setup

Options for configuring system power saving modes and wake-up features.

Genie BIOS Setting

Advanced BIOS settings for CPU features, DRAM timing, voltage, and clock control.

CMOS Reloaded

Functionality for saving, loading, and managing multiple BIOS configuration profiles.

Load Optimized Defaults

Restoring system settings to optimized default values for stability.

Set Supervisor Password

Setting a password to protect system and BIOS setup access.

Save & Exit Setup

Option to save BIOS configuration changes and exit the setup utility.

RAID BIOS

Utility for configuring and managing RAID arrays on Serial ATA drives.

Updating the BIOS

Step-by-step instructions for updating the system's BIOS firmware.

Chapter 4 - Supported Software

Drivers, Utilities and Software Applications

Overview of software drivers and utilities provided on the CD for system enhancement.

Intel Chipset Device Software

Installation guide for Intel chipset drivers to ensure proper system functionality.

Graphics Drivers

Instructions for installing graphics drivers for ATI Radeon or nVidia GeForce cards.

Realtek Audio Drivers

Installation guide for Realtek audio drivers for high-definition sound.

Marvell LAN Drivers - 32 bits

Installation steps for Marvell LAN drivers for 32-bit operating systems.

Chapter 5 - RAID

RAID Levels

Explanation of different RAID configurations: RAID 0, 1, 0+1, and 5.

Settings

Required settings and steps to enable and configure RAID functionality.

Step 2: Configure Serial ATA in the Award BIOS

Steps to configure Serial ATA settings within the Award BIOS.

Step 3: Configure RAID in the RAID BIOS

Instructions for configuring RAID arrays using the RAID BIOS utility.

Step 4: Install the RAID Driver During OS Installation

Procedure for installing RAID drivers during OS installation using the F6 method.

Step 5: Install the Intel Matrix Storage Manager

Installation guide for the Intel Matrix Storage Manager within Windows.

Appendix A - System Error Message

Error Messages

List and explanation of common BIOS error messages like CMOS failure or disk errors.

Appendix B - Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Checklist

General steps to identify and resolve common system problems.

Monitor;Display

Troubleshooting steps for issues where the display screen remains dark.

Power Supply

Troubleshooting steps for when the computer does not turn on or respond.

Floppy Drive

Steps to resolve issues with the computer's inability to access or read floppy drives.

Hard Drive

Troubleshooting common hard disk failures and long formatting periods.

System Board

Steps to resolve general system board malfunctions and BIOS setting issues.

DFI LanParty DK P35 series Specifications

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BrandDFI
ModelLanParty DK P35 series
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

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