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LanParty X48 User Manual

LanParty X48
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System Board
User’s Manual

Table of Contents

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LanParty X48 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorATX
SocketLGA 775
ChipsetIntel X48
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory8GB
PCI Express x162
PCI Express x12
PCI Slots2
S/PDIF OutYes
Audio Ports6
USB Ports12
Max. LAN Speed1 Gbps
Power Pin24-pin ATX, 8-pin EPS

Summary

Copyright and Trademarks

Copyright Notice

Information regarding the protection of publication content by copyright.

Trademark Acknowledgement

Lists registered trademarks of companies used within the manual.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC and DOC Statement

Statement on the equipment's compliance with Class B digital device regulations.

Warranty Information

Product Warranty Terms

Details the conditions and limitations of the product warranty.

Safety and Handling Precautions

Static Electricity Precautions

Guidelines to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge during handling.

Electrical Safety Measures

Safety measures to reduce the risk of electric shock.

Package Contents and Preparation

About the Package

Lists items included in the system board package.

Before Using the System Board

Lists essential components needed before installing the system board.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Specifications Overview

Comprehensive list of the system board's technical specifications.

Key Features

Highlights the main technologies and functionalities of the system board.

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

System Board Layout Overview

Visual guide to the motherboard's components and connectors.

System Memory Installation

Detailed instructions for installing and configuring system memory modules.

CPU Installation Process

Step-by-step guide for installing the Central Processing Unit.

Heat Sink Installation

Procedures for installing the Flame-Freezer heat sink assembly.

Jumper Settings Configuration

Explains the function and settings of various jumpers on the board.

Rear Panel I/O Ports

Description of external connectivity ports on the back panel.

Internal I/O Connectors

Details on internal connectors for storage, audio, and front panel.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

Award BIOS Setup Utility Guide

Introduction to the BIOS interface and navigation controls.

Standard CMOS Features

Configuration of date, time, and basic hardware settings.

Advanced BIOS Features

Advanced system settings including boot order and security.

Advanced Chipset Features

Configuration for chipset-related functions and PCI-E.

Integrated Peripherals Management

Controls for enabling/disabling onboard devices.

Super IO Device Settings

Configuration for power-on functions and serial ports.

Power Management Configuration

Settings to optimize power consumption and energy saving.

PnP/PCI Configuration

Managing Plug and Play and PCI device resources.

PC Health Status Monitoring

Real-time monitoring of system temperatures, voltages, and fans.

Genie BIOS Settings

Advanced settings for CPU frequency and DRAM timing.

CMOS Reloaded Utility

Saving, loading, and managing BIOS profiles.

Chapter 4: Supported Software

Software Installation Overview

Instructions for installing drivers and utilities from the included CD.

Intel Chipset Software Installation

Guide for installing Intel Chipset Device Software.

Microsoft .NET Framework Installation

Steps to install the Microsoft .NET Framework.

Graphics Driver Installation

Procedures for installing ATI or nVidia graphics drivers.

Realtek Audio Driver Installation

Guide for installing the Realtek High Definition Audio driver.

Marvell LAN Driver Installation

Steps to install Marvell network drivers.

Smart Guardian Utility Installation

Guide for installing the system monitoring utility.

USB 2.0 Driver Installation Notes

Important notes for installing USB 2.0 drivers on Windows XP/2000.

Chapter 5: RAID Configuration

Understanding RAID Levels

Explains different RAID configurations and their benefits.

RAID Setup Procedures

Steps required to configure RAID in BIOS and install drivers.

Chapter 6: ATI CrossFire Technology

CrossFire Features Explained

Details on CrossFire rendering modes and anti-aliasing.

Required Graphics Cards

Specifies the necessary hardware for ATI CrossFire.

PCI Express Slot Configuration

Identifies PCI-E slots and bandwidth for CrossFire setups.

CrossFire Installation Guide

Step-by-step instructions for installing CrossFire graphics cards.

Appendix A: System Error Messages

POST Beep Codes

Describes beep codes indicating hardware initialization failures.

Common POST Error Messages

Lists and explains error messages encountered during POST.

Appendix B: Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Checklist

Basic checks for common system issues.

Monitor and Display Issues

Steps to diagnose and resolve screen display problems.

Power Supply Problems

Solutions for issues when the computer does not power on.

Floppy Drive Access Issues

Troubleshooting common problems with floppy disk drives.

Hard Drive Problems

Addresses common hard disk failures and formatting issues.

Parallel Port Connectivity

Solutions for problems with parallel printers.

Serial Port Communication

Troubleshooting serial device communication errors.

Keyboard Malfunctions

Steps to resolve issues when the keyboard is unresponsive.

System Board Issues

Checks for add-in cards, jumpers, and seating of components.

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