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XFX nForce 780i 3-Way SLI - User Manual

XFX nForce 780i 3-Way SLI
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User Guide
XFX nForce 780i 3-Way SLI
Motherboard

Table of Contents

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XFX nForce 780i 3-Way SLI Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetNVIDIA nForce 780i SLI
SocketLGA 775
Form FactorATX
Memory TypeDDR2
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory8 GB
PCI-E x16 Slots3
SLI SupportYes
SATA Ports6
IDE Ports1
LANGigabit Ethernet
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC883
RAID Support0, 1, 5

Summary

XFX nForce 780 i Motherboard Overview

Motherboard Specifications

Details the physical specifications, features, and requirements of the XFX nForce 780i SLI Motherboard.

Unpacking and Kit Contents

Lists and describes the components included in the motherboard kit for installation and unpacking.

Hardware Installation Guide

Safety Precautions for Installation

Essential safety guidelines to follow during the motherboard and component installation process.

CPU and Fan Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU and its associated cooling fan.

Memory DIMM Installation

Instructions for installing DDR2 memory modules into the motherboard slots.

Motherboard and Chassis Mounting

Procedure for installing the I/O shield and securing the motherboard into the computer chassis.

Connecting Power and Internal Cables

Details on connecting power supply cables and internal system headers to the motherboard.

Connecting External Interfaces

Instructions for connecting power supply connectors and external interfaces like USB and SATA.

BIOS Configuration

Accessing and Navigating BIOS Setup

Guide to entering the BIOS Setup Utility and navigating its main menu and options.

Standard CMOS Features

Setting basic system configurations like date, time, and storage device parameters.

Advanced BIOS Features

Setting advanced system features, boot sequence, and boot device priorities.

Advanced Chipset Features

Optimizing system performance, configuring clocks, voltages, and memory timings.

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Configuring onboard peripherals like IDE, SATA, USB, LAN, and audio interfaces.

Power Management Setup

Configuring power management features, sleep states, and power-on options.

PnP;PCI Configuration

Managing Plug-and-Play and PCI configurations.

System Monitor Menu

Monitoring real-time system status, including temperature, voltages, and fan speed.

Software and Driver Installation

NVIDIA Software Utilities Overview

Introduction to NVIDIA's software utilities for system monitoring, performance tuning, and control.

Device Settings and Customization

Adjusting CPU, motherboard, memory, and GPU settings through the NVIDIA Control Panel.

Configuring 3-Way SLI Technology

Steps for setting up and verifying NVIDIA's 3-Way SLI technology for multi-GPU setups.

Appendices and Technical Information

Appendix B: SLI Configuration Guide

Guide to setting up SLI connectors, installing drivers, and enabling NVIDIA SLI technology.

Appendix A: Award POST Codes

Reference list of Award POST codes and their meanings for system boot diagnostics.

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