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General| Socket | AM3+ |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB |
| SATA Ports | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| Memory Support | DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 |
| USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.0 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC892 |
| LAN | Realtek 8111E Gigabit LAN |
| PCI Express Slots | 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 |
Intellectual property notice and list of registered trademarks.
Records the revision history of the mainboard and its release date.
Provides information on how to get technical assistance and support resources.
Essential safety guidelines and precautions for using the mainboard and equipment.
Statement regarding FCC compliance and potential radio frequency interference.
Environmental statement regarding the disposal of electronic equipment in the EU.
Details on CPU support, chipset, and DDR3 memory specifications.
Specifications for LAN, Audio, SATA, RAID, and USB 3.0 interfaces.
Overview of back panel and on-board connectors, and expansion slots.
Mainboard form factor dimensions and mounting screw hole locations.
Diagram illustrating the location of key components and connectors on the mainboard.
Instructions and diagrams for correctly mounting the mainboard in the computer chassis.
Guidance on installing the CPU, managing overheating, and CPU replacement.
Overview of AM3/AM3+ CPUs and thermal paste application for heat dispersion.
Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU and its cooler correctly.
Information on installing DDR3 memory modules and dual-channel configuration rules.
Explains the population rules for optimal performance in Dual-Channel memory mode.
Detailed instructions on how to properly insert memory modules into the DIMM slots.
Details on connecting ATX 24-pin and 8-pin power connectors to the mainboard.
Overview and description of the connectors and ports on the mainboard's back panel.
Explanation of the RJ-45 LAN jack, its LED indicators, and network connection.
Description and color coding of the audio jacks for connecting audio devices.
Detailed information on Serial ATA (SATA) connectors and their layout.
Details on connecting CPU/system fans and chassis intrusion switch.
Details on connecting front panel switches and LEDs to the mainboard.
Description of the S/PDIF-Out connector for digital audio transmission.
Information on front panel USB connectors and their compliance with Intel standards.
Details on connecting the front panel audio header to the mainboard.
Information on the optional TPM module connector and its purpose.
Explanation of the Clear CMOS jumper and how to use it to reset system configuration.
Description of PCIe and PCI slots for installing expansion cards and their specifications.
Explanation of PCI Interrupt Request (IRQ) routing and pin assignments.
Information on the CPU Phase LED and how it indicates CPU power modes.
Introduction to the BIOS Setup program, its uses, and how to enter it.
Explanation of keyboard and mouse controls for navigating and operating the BIOS Setup utility.
Details on accessing sub-menus and using the General Help screen within BIOS.
Overview of the Main Menu for basic system configurations like date and time.
Details on Advanced features, overclocking settings, and security options.
Sections for BIOS flashing, power management, boot order, and saving settings.
Procedure to load default BIOS settings for optimal system performance.
Instructions for setting the system date and time within the BIOS.
Process for saving configuration changes and exiting the BIOS setup utility.
Options to adjust CPU and DRAM frequencies for overclocking.
Settings for CPU clock multiplier and adjusted CPU frequencies.
Settings for CPU-NB ratio and adjusted CPU-NB frequencies.
Procedure to unlock additional CPU cores in BIOS setup for enhanced performance.
Options to select active CPU cores and use OC Genie for automatic overclocking.
Options to adjust DRAM frequency and various timing parameters.
Access to advanced settings for fine-tuning DRAM timings.
Settings for advanced memory timings, HT Link speed, and width.
Options to adjust voltages and enable Spread Spectrum for EMI reduction.
Options to save/load overclocking profiles and view CPU specifications.
Utilities for memory information and AMD Cool'n'Quiet technology.
Settings for CPU power states (C1E) and virtualization (SVM, IOMMU).
Guide to installing drivers and utilities from the included DVD.
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