PC Chips A15g User Manual

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Motherboard User’s Guide
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Static Electricity Precautions
1. Don’t 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
don’t 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 compo-
nents 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.
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A15G Series, V3.0
Nov. 2009

PC Chips A15g Specifications

General

Brand	PC Chips
Model	A15g
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Key Features

Overview of the motherboard's main capabilities and specifications.

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard's retail package.

Chapter 2 Motherboard Installation

Motherboard Components

Identifies and describes the main parts and connectors on the motherboard.

Installing the Processor

Step-by-step guide for safely installing the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

Installing Memory Modules

Instructions for inserting DDR2 SDRAM modules into the DIMM slots.

Jumper Settings

Explains the function and configuration of various jumpers on the motherboard.

Install The Motherboard

Guidance on physically mounting the motherboard into a computer chassis.

Connecting Optional Devices

Details on connecting front panel headers and other optional devices.

Install Other Devices

Instructions for installing floppy drives, IDE devices, and other system components.

Expansion Slots

Information on available PCI Express and PCI slots for expansion cards.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Utility

Introduction

Explains the purpose and function of the BIOS Setup Utility.

Running the Setup Utility

How to access and navigate the BIOS setup interface.

Standard CMOS Setup Page

Configures basic system settings like date, time, and IDE/SATA devices.

Advanced Setup Page

Advanced system configuration options, including CPU and chipset settings.

Advanced Chipset Setup Page

Settings related to DRAM frequency, timing, and VGA memory allocation.

Integrated Peripherals Page

Enables/disables onboard controllers like IDE, SATA, Audio, and LAN.

Power Management Setup Page

Configures system power states, wake-up events, and ACPI settings.

PCI/PnP Setup Page

Manages PCI and Plug and Play device configurations.

PC Health Status Page

Monitors system voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

Frequency/Voltage Control Page

Adjusts CPU and memory clock speeds and voltages.

Load Default Settings

Resets BIOS settings to optimized factory defaults.

Supervisor Password

Sets or changes the administrator password for BIOS access.

User Password

Sets or changes the user-level password for BIOS access.

Save & Exit Setup

Saves current BIOS settings and exits the setup utility.

Exit Without Saving

Discards any changes made and exits the BIOS setup utility.

Chapter 4 Software & Applications

Introduction

Describes the contents of the support DVD-ROM/CD-ROM.

Installing Support Software

Guide for installing drivers and utility software from the included disc.

Bundled Software Installation

Steps to install specific bundled software applications.

Chapter 5 Setting Up NVIDIA RAID Configuration

Setting Up a Non-Bootable RAID Array

Creates RAID arrays for backup or performance without OS modification.

Setting Up a Bootable RAID Array

Configures RAID arrays during OS installation for bootable arrays.

Installing the NVIDIA RAID Software Under Windows

Installs necessary drivers and software for RAID management in Windows.

Configuring the NVIDIA RAID BIOS

Steps to define RAID type and assign disks within the RAID BIOS utility.

Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Tips

System does not power up and the fans are not running

Troubleshooting steps for power-related issues and fan operation.

Power is on, fans are running but there is no display

Diagnosing issues when the system powers on but shows no video output.

The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up

Addresses sudden system shutdowns during the boot process, often due to overheating.

Start up problems after prolong use

Resolving issues that may arise after extended periods of system operation.

Maintenance and care tips

Basic guidelines for maintaining the motherboard and computer system.