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General| Form Factor | Micro ATX |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel H81 |
| Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Memory Slots | 2 x DIMM |
| Maximum Memory | 16GB |
| Storage Interface | 2 x SATA 6Gb/s, 2 x SATA 3Gb/s |
| Memory Standard | DDR3 1600/1333 MHz |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 |
| USB Ports (Rear) | 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0 |
| USB Ports (Front) | 2 x USB 2.0 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC887 |
| LAN | Realtek RTL8111G |
| Video Outputs | 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA |
Legal notice regarding the intellectual property of the document.
List of registered trademarks mentioned in the manual.
Record of revisions made to the manual.
Essential safety instructions for proper equipment handling and usage.
Regional guidelines for battery disposal and recycling.
Measures to correct and prevent radio interference as per FCC rules.
Statement of compliance with European directives.
Statements on radiation exposure limits and EU community compliance.
Wireless statements for Taiwan, Japan, Korea and chemical substance info.
EU directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment disposal.
Visual representation of the motherboard components and connectors.
Detailed specifications for CPU, chipset, memory, and expansion slots.
Details on onboard graphics, storage interfaces, and USB ports.
Information on onboard audio codec and LAN controller.
List and description of connectors on the back panel.
Description of various internal connectors on the motherboard.
Summary of supported BIOS features and standards.
Physical dimensions of the Micro-ATX form factor.
Visual layout of all ports on the motherboard's back panel.
Explanation of LAN port LED indicators and their meanings.
Guide for connecting audio devices to different channel configurations.
Link to a video tutorial for CPU and heatsink installation.
Critical warning about handling CPU socket contacts during installation.
Step-by-step instructions for correctly seating the CPU.
Instructions for applying thermal paste for optimal heat dissipation.
Steps to securely mount the heatsink and connect the CPU fan.
Key checks to ensure correct heatsink installation and system readiness.
Link to a video tutorial for installing memory modules.
Notes on DDR3 compatibility and dual-channel installation best practices.
Connecting the ATX power supply to motherboard power connectors.
Link to a video tutorial for installing power supply connectors.
Details and pinout for the JCOM1 serial port connector.
Information on SATA interface ports for storage devices.
Link to a video tutorial for installing SATA HDD.
Important notes on SATA cable handling, bending, and device power.
Connector for the chassis intrusion switch to detect case opening.
Connectors for system cooling fans, supporting +12V and speed sensors.
Guidance on selecting appropriate CPU heatsinks.
Information on Smart Fan Control and the Command Center utility.
Alternative fan connection methods if motherboard ports are limited.
Connector for a Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
Connectors for front panel switches and LEDs.
Link to a video tutorial for installing front panel connectors.
Guidance on correct connector orientation and pin identification.
Connectors for high-speed USB peripherals.
Note on correct VCC and GND pin connection for USB connectors.
High-speed USB 3.0 port supporting up to 5Gbits/s.
Note on VCC/GND and using compliant cables for USB 3.0.
Connector for the front panel audio connections.
Jumper for clearing CMOS RAM and system configuration.
Instructions and safety precautions for clearing CMOS RAM.
Jumpers to configure USB and PS/2 ports for Wake Up Event.
Description of PCIe slots supporting expansion cards.
Safety precautions for adding or removing PCIe expansion cards.
Scenarios where accessing the BIOS setup is necessary.
Advice on restoring default settings and avoiding errors.
Instructions on how to access the BIOS setup utility.
Overview of the main BIOS screen components and navigation.
Warnings and advice for users considering PC overclocking.
Settings for adjusting CPU, DRAM, and Ring frequencies.
Options for selecting CPU ratio and operating mode.
Configuration options for Intel SpeedStep and Turbo Boost.
Settings for adjusting Ring and integrated graphics ratios.
Configuration options for setting the DRAM frequency.
Settings for DRAM timing modes, advanced timings, and voltage.
Options for memory fast boot, and CPU/memory change warnings.
Viewing CPU details, technology support, and memory information.
Settings for Hyper-Threading, active cores, and CPUID.
Settings for Execute Disable Bit and Intel Virtualization.
Settings for Hardware Prefetcher and cache prefetching.
Settings for thermal monitor, C-States, and power saving.
Settings for AES instructions and Intel LakeTiny SSD feature.
Settings for long/short duration power limits and maintained time.
Settings for CPU current limit and core ratio in Turbo Boost.
