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ECS RS400-A User Manual

ECS RS400-A
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ECS RS400-A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandECS
ModelRS400-A
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Legal Disclaimers and Copyright

Contains legal disclaimers, copyright information, and trademark acknowledgments.

FCC Compliance Information

Details FCC compliance requirements and guidelines for the digital device.

Chapter 1: Introducing the Motherboard

Motherboard Introduction

Provides an overview of the RS400-A motherboard's purpose and target market.

Motherboard Features and Specifications

Details processor, chipset, memory, and audio capabilities of the motherboard.

Onboard LAN and Expansion Slots

Describes optional LAN features and available expansion slots and connectors.

Integrated I/O and BIOS Overview

Details the motherboard's integrated I/O ports and its BIOS firmware capabilities.

Motherboard Components Identification

Illustrates and lists the various physical components and connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2: Installing the Motherboard

Installation Safety and Case Preparation

Covers safety precautions, choosing a case, and preparing the system for motherboard installation.

Motherboard Jumper Settings

Explains how to identify and set motherboard jumpers for correct system configuration.

Connecting Case Components

Guides on connecting CPU fan, system fans, power supply connectors, and front panel connectors.

CPU Installation

Details the steps and precautions for installing a CPU onto the motherboard socket.

Memory Module Installation

Provides instructions for installing DDR and DDR2 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Installing Storage Drives

Guides on installing hard disk drives, CD-ROM drives, and SATA hard drives.

Floppy Drive Installation

Explains how to connect a floppy diskette drive to the motherboard's FDD interface.

Installing Expansion Cards

Details how to install various expansion cards into PCI, PCI Express, and AGP slots.

Front Panel Device Connections

Guides on connecting front panel audio headers and other optional connectors.

SATA, SPDIF, and USB Header Connections

Details connections for SATA, SPDIF, and front panel USB headers on the motherboard.

Infrared and TV-Out Connections

Explains how to connect infrared ports and TV-out headers for additional functionality.

Rear I/O Device Connections

Guides on connecting standard rear panel I/O devices like PS/2, serial, parallel, VGA, LAN, and audio.

Chapter 3: Using BIOS

BIOS Setup Utility Basics

Introduces the BIOS Setup Utility, standard configuration, and navigation keys.

System Configuration and Settings

Covers standard CMOS features, advanced BIOS, chipset settings, and integrated peripherals.

System Management and Control

Details power management, PC health status, and password settings.

Saving and Exiting BIOS Settings

Explains how to load default settings, set passwords, and save or exit BIOS configuration.

Chapter 4: Using the Motherboard Software

Software CD-ROM Overview

Provides an overview of the support CD-ROM contents and installation guidelines.

Software Installation Methods

Details auto-installation, manual installation, and navigating setup options for drivers and utilities.

Utility Software Reference

References specific utility software, including BIOS flash utilities for system management.

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