TYAN S5515 - User Manual

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S5515
Version 1.1a
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Summary

Chapter 1: Instruction

Hardware Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard, including CPU, chipset, memory, and expansion slots.

Software Specifications

Provides information on OS support and other software-related specifications relevant to the motherboard.

Chapter 2: Board Installation

Board Image

Illustrates the physical layout of the motherboard, identifying key components and connectors.

Block Diagram

Presents a schematic diagram showing the interconnection of major components and interfaces on the motherboard.

Board Parts, Jumpers and Connectors

Identifies and describes physical parts, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard for installation and configuration.

Installing the Processor and Heat sink

Step-by-step guide for safely installing the CPU and its associated heat sink onto the motherboard socket.

Thermal Interface Material

Explains the types and proper application of thermal interface materials for CPU cooling.

Tips on Installing Motherboard in Chassis

Provides essential tips and considerations for mounting the motherboard securely within the computer chassis.

Installing the Memory

Detailed instructions on how to correctly install RAM modules into the motherboard's memory slots.

Attaching Drive Cables

Guides on connecting serial ATA (SATA) cables for storage drives to the motherboard.

Installing Add-In Cards

Explains how to install expansion cards into the motherboard's various slot types.

Connecting External Devices

Illustrates how to connect external peripherals to the motherboard's I/O ports.

Installing the Power Supply

Details the connection of power supply connectors to the motherboard for system operation.

Finishing Up

Covers final checks and considerations before closing the computer chassis after hardware setup.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

About the BIOS

Provides an overview of the BIOS, its function, and how to access the setup utility.

Main Menu

Describes the options and functions available within the Main BIOS setup screen.

Advanced Menu

Details the advanced configuration options available for system settings within the BIOS.

Chipset Menu

Covers configuration settings related to the motherboard's chipset, including South and North bridge parameters.

Boot

Explains the settings for system boot order, boot devices, and boot-related options.

Security

Describes how to set up administrator and user passwords for system security within the BIOS.

Save & Exit

Outlines the procedures for saving BIOS changes, discarding them, or restoring default settings.

Chapter 4: Diagnostics

Flash Utility

Information on using the BIOS flash utility for updating or managing the system BIOS.

AMIBIOS Post Code (Aptio)

Explains POST (Power-On Self-Test) codes and their meanings for system diagnostics.

Appendix: Fan and Temp Sensors

Glossary

Technical Support

TYAN S5515 Specifications

General

Form Factor	ATX
CPU Socket	LGA 3647
Chipset	Intel C621
LAN Ports	2
Supported Memory Types	DDR4
Networking	Dual Gigabit Ethernet
Audio	Realtek ALC888S
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10