ECS P67H2-A2 User Manual

Preface
Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac-
turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and
specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or 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 obligation of the
manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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 installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference 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.

ECS P67H2-A2 Specifications

General

Memory channels	Dual-channel
Number of memory slots	4
Maximum internal memory	32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds	1066, 1333, 1600, 1866, 2133 MHz
Processor socket	LGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium
Maximum number of SMP processors	1
USB 2.0 connectors	3
Power fan connector	Yes
Number of SATA III connectors	6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors	0
USB 2.0 ports quantity	8
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	2
Audio chip	Realtek ALC892
Component for	PC
Motherboard chipset	Intel® P67
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	ATX
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7 32 bit/64 bit
PCI Express slots version	2.0
On-board graphics card	No
RAID levels	0, 1, 5, 10
LAN controller	RealTek RTL8111E
Ethernet interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
BIOS type	AMI
ACPI version	-
BIOS memory size	32 Mbit

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	244 mm
Width	305 mm

Summary

Document Overview and Compliance

Copyright and Intellectual Property

Details on copyright protection and reproduction rights for the publication.

Disclaimers and Warranties

Information regarding document subject to change and implied warranties.

Trademark Recognition

Lists registered trademarks of Microsoft and Intel used in the manual.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance

Statement on compliance with FCC rules for Class B digital devices.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance

Confirms compliance with Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the device's adherence to FCC rules and conditions.

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction to P67H2-A2 Motherboard

Overview of the P67H2-A2 motherboard features and architecture.

Motherboard Features Overview

Details about the motherboard's processor, chipset, memory, and audio.

Motherboard Specifications and Components

Detailed Component Specifications

Comprehensive list of technical specifications for motherboard components.

Motherboard Components Diagram

Visual identification of key components and connectors on the motherboard.

Motherboard Installation Guide

Safety Precautions for Installation

Essential safety guidelines and precautions before installing the motherboard.

Case Selection and Motherboard Mounting

Guidance on selecting a compatible ATX case and mounting the motherboard.

Processor Installation Procedure

Detailed steps and cautions for installing the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

Memory Module Installation

Instructions for installing DDR3 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Installing Add-on Cards

Instructions for installing expansion cards into PCI and PCI Express slots.

Connecting Optional Devices and Headers

Guide to connecting front panel audio, USB, and SATA devices.

Connecting Case Components and Power Cables

Instructions for connecting case switches, LEDs, and power supply cables.

Using the BIOS Setup Utility

BIOS Setup Utility Overview

Explanation of the BIOS Setup Utility and its capabilities.

Navigating BIOS Settings

Key functions and navigation methods within the BIOS setup menus.

Advanced BIOS Configuration Options

Configuration settings for CPU, SATA, USB, LAN, and eJIFFY functions.

CPU Configuration Settings

Detailed settings for processor performance, features, and power management.

SATA and USB Configuration

Settings for SATA controllers, ports, and USB device configurations.

Chipset and Boot Menu Settings

Configuration options for North/South bridge, audio, and boot device priorities.

Security and Save/Exit Options

Settings for BIOS administrator passwords and saving/exiting configurations.

BIOS Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide for downloading and installing updated BIOS versions.

Motherboard Software Installation

Software Disc Contents and Auto-Install

Information on the support disc and automatic driver/software installation.

Manual Software Installation

Instructions for manually installing drivers and utilities from the disc.

Graphics Technology Support

ATI CrossFireXTM Technology Setup

Requirements and steps for installing and enabling ATI CrossFireXTM.

NVIDIA SLI® Technology Setup

Requirements and steps for installing and enabling NVIDIA SLI technology.

eJIFFY Fast Boot Utility

eJIFFY Introduction and Installation

Overview of eJIFFY, its features, and installation process.

Entering and Using eJIFFY

How to access and utilize the eJIFFY fast boot environment.

eJIFFY Configuration and FAQ

Steps for configuring language, keyboard, and networking in eJIFFY.

RAID Configuration and Management

Intel® Matrix Storage Manager RAID Setup

Steps to prepare and configure RAID sets using Intel Matrix Storage Manager.

Creating and Deleting RAID Sets

Instructions for creating and deleting RAID volumes within the utility.

Resetting Disks and Exiting RAID Setup

Procedures for resetting disks to Non-RAID and exiting the utility.

Marvell SATA RAID Controller Setup

Creating Virtual Disks with Marvell RAID

Guide to creating virtual disks using the Marvell 88SE9128 RAID controller.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Addressing Start-up Problems

Steps to resolve common issues encountered during initial PC assembly.

Troubleshooting After Prolonged Use

Guidance for resolving startup issues that may arise after extended use.

PC Maintenance and Care Tips

Essential tips for maintaining the motherboard and prolonging system life.

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

A visual flowchart to diagnose and resolve common PC hardware problems.

POST Code Checkpoints Reference