ECS A58F2P-M4 User Manual

A58F2P-M4 USER MANUAL
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fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this
publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits
governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Disclaimer
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance char-
acteristics of information technology equipment
EN 55022
EN 61000-3-2
Disturbances in supply systems caused
EN 61000-3-3
Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appli-
ances and similar electrical equipment “ Voltage fluctuations”
EN 55024
Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics-
Limits and methods of measurement
EN 60950
Safety for information technology equipment including electri-
cal business equipment
CE marking
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This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:

ECS A58F2P-M4 Specifications

General

Brand	ECS
Model	A58F2P-M4
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Federal Communications Commission FCC Compliance

Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with FCC rules and EC/EMC directives, listing standards like EN 55022.

Brief Introduction and Specifications

System Specifications Overview

Details CPU, Chipset, Memory, Expansion Slots, Storage, Audio, LAN, and I/O ports.

Multi-language Quick Installation Guide

Motherboard Components Identification

Header Pin Definitions and Jumper Settings

Front Panel Connectors (F_PANEL)

Defines pin layout for front panel connectors including Power Switch and LEDs.

Front Panel Audio Header (F_AUDIO)

Defines pin layout for front panel audio connectors like PRESENCE and SENSE.

Serial Port Header (COM)

Defines pin layout for serial port connectors (TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS).

Front Panel USB Headers (F_USB1~2)

Defines pin layout for front panel USB headers.

LPC Debug Card Header (LDC)

Defines pin layout for the LPC Debug Card header.

Additional Header Pin and Jumper Configurations

SPDIF Out Header (SPDIFO)

Defines pin layout for the SPDIF Out header.

Speaker Header (SPK)

Defines pin layout for the speaker header.

CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)

Defines pin layout for the CPU fan connector (Ground, +12V, Sensor, PWM).

System Fan Connector (SYS_FAN)

Defines pin layout for the System fan connector (NC, +12V, Ground).

Case Open Header (CASE)

Defines pin layout for the case open header (Ground, Intruder).

Clear CMOS Jumper Settings

Explains settings for the Clear CMOS jumper to reset BIOS.

Rear USB/PS2 Power Select Jumper

Jumper for selecting power source (VCC or 5VSB) for rear USB/PS2 ports.

Front Panel USB Power Select Jumper

Jumper for selecting power source (VCC or 5VSB) for front panel USB ports.

I/O Ports Identification

Hardware Installation Steps

CPU and CPU Cooler Installation

Steps for installing the CPU and its cooler onto the motherboard.

Memory Module Installation

Procedure for installing RAM modules into DIMM slots.

Motherboard Installation into Case

Guide for mounting the motherboard inside the computer case.

Expansion Card Installation

Instructions for inserting expansion cards into slots.

Connecting Cables and Power

Connecting SATA Drives and Power

How to connect SATA hard drives and their power connectors.

Connecting 24-pin and 4-pin Power Cables

Procedure for connecting the main ATX power and CPU power cables.

Connecting Peripherals and Powering On

Using BIOS Setup Utility