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Foxconn M7VMX series User Manual

Foxconn M7VMX series
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M7VMX Series
Motherboard
Users Manual
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Foxconn M7VMX series Specifications

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ModelM7VMX Series
Memory TypeDDR2
SATA4 x SATA 3Gb/s
IDE1 x ATA133
AudioRealtek ALC662 6-Channel HD Audio
Form FactorMicro ATX
CPU SocketAM2
Supported ProcessorsAMD Athlon, Sempron
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1, 2 x PCI
LANRealtek RTL8201CL 10/100M LAN

Summary

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Product Specifications

Details the technical specifications and components of the motherboard.

Layout

Illustrates the physical layout and location of motherboard connectors and components.

Back Panel Connectors

Describes the ports and connectors available on the motherboard's rear panel.

Chapter 2 Hardware Install

Install the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its cooler onto the motherboard.

Install the Memory

Instructions for correctly installing memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Install an Expansion Card

Guide on how to install expansion cards into the available slots.

Install other Internal Connectors

Details on connecting internal power supplies and other onboard headers.

Jumpers

Explains the function and configuration of various motherboard jumpers, including Clear CMOS.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

Enter BIOS Setup

Procedure to access the BIOS setup utility during system startup.

Main Menu

Overview of the BIOS main menu options and navigation controls.

System Information

Displays basic system configuration details like BIOS ID, date, time, and memory.

Fox Central Control Unit

Accesses proprietary features for system control, such as overclocking and fan settings.

Voltage Options

Allows manual adjustment of CPU and memory voltages for performance tuning.

CPU Configuration

Options for managing CPU features like thermal protection, EIST, and C1E.

Advanced BIOS Features

Settings for boot device priority, security options, and startup behavior.

Advanced Chipset Features

Configuration options related to the motherboard's chipset and graphics memory allocation.

Integrated Peripherals

Settings for enabling or disabling onboard devices like IDE, SATA, and USB controllers.

MCP SATA Mode

Configures the operating mode for SATA ports (IDE, AHCI, RAID).

OnBoard Devices

Controls for onboard audio, LAN, and LAN boot ROM functionality.

SuperIO Devices

Configuration for serial ports, infrared chips, and parallel ports.

USB Devices

Settings for USB operation mode, keyboard, mouse, and storage support.

Power Management Setup

Configuration of ACPI features for system power saving and wake-up events.

PC Health Status

Monitors system temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and sets shutdown limits.

Load Optimized Defaults

Resets BIOS settings to factory defaults for troubleshooting or optimal performance.

Set Supervisor Password

Establishes a supervisor password to protect BIOS settings and system startup.

Set User Password

Sets a user password to restrict access to system startup or BIOS settings.

Save & Exit Setup

Saves current BIOS configuration changes and exits the setup utility.

Exit Without Saving

Exits the BIOS setup utility without applying any configuration changes.

Chapter 4 CD Instruction

Utility CD content

Lists the drivers and software utilities available on the included motherboard CD.

Install driver and utility

Guides the user through the process of installing essential drivers and software utilities.

FOX ONE

Utility for monitoring hardware status and adjusting system performance settings.

FOX LiveUpdate

Tool for backing up, updating, and managing system BIOS, drivers, and utilities.

FOX LOGO

Utility to backup, change, or delete the boot time logo displayed during POST.

FOX DMI

Desktop Management Interface viewer for system hardware analysis and troubleshooting.

Chapter 5 RAID Configuration

RAID Configuration Introduction

Explains the fundamental concepts and benefits of RAID technology.

NVIDIA MediaShield Driver

Instructions for installing the NVIDIA driver to enable RAID functionality.

Create RAID 0 (Striped)

Step-by-step guide to creating a RAID 0 (Striped) array for performance.

Create RAID 1 (Mirrored)

Step-by-step guide to creating a RAID 1 (Mirrored) array for data redundancy.

Create RAID 0+1 (Striped Mirror)

Instructions for configuring a RAID 0+1 (Striped Mirror) array for speed and redundancy.

Create RAID 5

Guide on setting up a RAID 5 array for performance and fault tolerance.

Create Spanned RAID

Procedure for creating a Spanned (JBOD) RAID array for increased storage capacity.

Install a New Windows XP

Steps to install Windows XP on a newly configured RAID array.

Setting Up a Non-Bootable RAID Array

Guide to setting up a RAID array for data storage on an existing system.

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