IBM Motherboard User Manual

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Motherboard User’s Guide
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Static Electricity Precautions
1. Do not take this motherboard and components out of their original static-
proof package until you are ready to install them.
2. While installing, please wear a grounded wrist strap if possible. If you do
not have a wrist strap, discharge static electricity by touching the bare
metal of the system chassis.
3. Carefully hold this motherboard by its edges. Do not touch those
components unless it is absolutely necessary. Put this motherboard on
the top of static-protection package with component side facing up
while installing.
Pre-Installation Inspection
1. Inspect this motherboard whether there are any damages to components
and connectors on the board.
2. If you suspect this motherboard has been damaged, do not connect
power to the system. Contact your motherboard vendor about those
damages.
Copyright 2006
All Rights Reserved
PCxx00 Series, V1.0
May 2006

IBM Motherboard Specifications

General

Brand	IBM
Model	Motherboard
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety and Handling Precautions

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks of various companies relevant to the motherboard.

Static Electricity Precautions

Measures to prevent damage from static electricity during handling and installation.

Pre-Installation Inspection

Inspects the motherboard for any damages before installation.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Key Features

Overview of the motherboard's primary capabilities and functionalities.

Chipset Overview

Details about the Northbridge and Southbridge chipsets used on the motherboard.

Expansion Slots and Ports

Details about CNR, PCI slots, IDE, SATA, audio, LAN, and USB ports.

BIOS and System Information

Information on BIOS firmware, USB 2.0, and motherboard dimensions.

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard package.

Chapter 2 Motherboard Installation

Motherboard Components and Ports

Identifies motherboard components and describes the function of I/O ports.

Memory and Jumper Installation

Guides for installing memory modules and configuring jumpers like Clear CMOS.

Physical Installation and Device Connections

Instructions for installing the motherboard in a case and connecting power and front panel headers.

Installing Other Devices and Expansion

Connects front USB, installs floppy/IDE, and details expansion slots.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Utility

Introduction and Navigation

Explains the BIOS Setup Utility and how to navigate its interface.

Standard CMOS and Advanced Features

Configuration of basic system settings, boot order, and CPU features.

Chipset and Memory Configuration

Settings for DRAM timing, clock control, AGP, and PCI bus.

Peripherals and Power Management

Configuration of integrated peripherals and system power management.

System Monitoring and Defaults

Monitoring PC health, setting frequencies/voltages, and loading defaults.

Security and Exit Options

Setting passwords, saving, and exiting the BIOS setup utility.

Chapter 4 Software & Applications

Support CD-ROM Overview

Describes the contents and purpose of the motherboard support CD-ROM.

Software Installation Procedures

Guides for auto-installing and manually installing software from the CD.

BIOS Flash Utilities

Information on AMI/AWARD Flash Utility and WinFlash Utility for BIOS updates.