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DFI LanParty LT X38 series User Manual

DFI LanParty LT X38 series
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System Board
User’s Manual

Table of Contents

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DFI LanParty LT X38 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorATX
ChipsetIntel X38
SocketLGA 775
Memory TypeDDR2
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory8 GB
PCI Express x16 Slots2
PCI Express x1 Slots2
PCI Slots2
SATA Ports6
IDE Ports1
Audio8-Channel HD Audio
RAID SupportRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
USB Ports12
LAN1 x Gigabit Ethernet

Summary

Copyright and Regulatory Information

Copyright and Trademarks

Contains copyright notices and trademark acknowledgments for the manual and its content.

FCC and DOC Statement on Class B

Details regulatory compliance for Class B digital devices according to FCC rules.

Product Overview and Warranty

Warranty Terms

Outlines the terms and conditions of the product warranty.

About the Package Contents

Lists the items included in the system board package.

Pre-Installation Guidelines

Provides preliminary steps and component requirements before installation.

Chapter 1 - Introduction

System Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the system board components.

Key Features

Highlights key technologies and capabilities of the system board.

Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation

System Board Layout Identification

Identifies the physical locations of key components and connectors on the motherboard.

System Memory Installation Guide

Guides the installation and configuration of RAM modules.

CPU Installation Procedure

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the Central Processing Unit.

Fan and Heat Sink Mounting

Details the process of mounting the CPU cooling system.

Transpiper and Northbridge Heat Sink Installation

Explains the installation of specialized heat sinks for specific board models.

Jumper Settings and Safe Boot

Explains jumper functions for configuration and system recovery.

CPU FSB Select and I/O Ports

Details CPU FSB configuration and rear/internal I/O port descriptions.

Integrated Peripherals Installation

Covers installation of audio modules, storage connectors, and front panel interfaces.

Cooling Fan Connectors and Power

Details fan connectors, touch switches, LEDs, and power supply connections.

Chapter 3 - BIOS Setup

Award BIOS Setup Utility Overview

Introduces the BIOS setup interface and navigation.

Standard CMOS Features Configuration

Covers basic system settings like date, time, and drive configuration.

Advanced BIOS Features and Chipset Settings

Explains advanced system settings for performance and operation.

PC Health Status Monitoring

Monitors system voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds for optimal operation.

Updating the BIOS Firmware

Provides instructions on how to update the system's BIOS firmware.

Chapter 4 - Supported Software Installation

Intel Chipset Device Software

Guides the installation of essential chipset drivers for system stability.

Graphics Drivers Installation

Explains how to install graphics card drivers for optimal display performance.

Realtek Audio Driver Installation

Details the installation process for the onboard audio driver.

Chapter 5 - RAID Configuration

Understanding RAID Levels

Describes different RAID configurations and their fault tolerance.

RAID Driver and Storage Manager Installation

Outlines procedures for installing RAID drivers and Intel Matrix Storage Manager.

Chapter 6 - ATI CrossFire Technology

How CrossFire Technology Works

Explains the architecture and function of ATI CrossFire multi-GPU technology.

CrossFire Setup Procedure

Provides a step-by-step guide for installing multiple graphics cards for CrossFire.

Appendix A - System Error Messages

Common BIOS Error Messages

Lists common error messages encountered during system POST and their meanings.

Appendix B - Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting Checklist

Offers general steps to diagnose and resolve common system issues.

Monitor and Display Issues

Provides solutions for issues related to the display screen.

Power Supply and Floppy Drive Problems

Addresses issues with system power and floppy drive access.

Hard Drive and Port Issues

Offers solutions for hard disk, parallel, and serial port problems.

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