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USER MANUAL B150M-P73 ECS

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BI50M-P73

USER GUIDE

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Preface

Copyright

This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.

Version 1.0

Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.

Trademark Recognition

Windows ^® 10/8.1/7 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
- Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:

☐ EN 55022 Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment
☐ EN 61000-3-2 Disturbances in supply systems caused
☐ EN 61000-3-3 Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appliances and similar electrical equipment “Voltage fluctuations”
☐ EN 55024 Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics-Limits and methods of measurement
☐ EN 60950 Safety for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment
□ CE marking CE

Canadian Department of Communications

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.

The manual consists of the following:

Chapter 1 Describes features of the → page 1 Introducing the Motherboard motherboard.

Chapter 2 Describes installation of ➔ page 7 Installing the Motherboard motherboard components.

Chapter 3 Using BIOS Provides information on → page 27 using the BIOS Setup Utility.

Chapter 4 Describes the motherboard → page 61

Using the Motherboard Software software.

Chapter 5 AMD CrossFireX™ Technology Support Describes AMD Crossfire™ → page 65

Chapter 6 Provides basic trouble → page 67 Trouble Shooting shooting tips.

Preface i

Chapter 1 1

Introducing the Motherboard 1

Introduction....1

Pakage Contents....1

Specifications....2

Motherboard Components....4

I/O Ports....6

Chapter 2 7

Installing the Motherboard 7

Safety Precautions....7

Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis....7

Checking Jumper Settings....8

Installing Hardware....9

Installing the Processor....9

Installing the CPU Cooler....11

Installing Memory Modules....12

Installing Add-on Cards....14

Connecting Optional Devices....16

Installing a SATA Hard Drive....22

Connecting Case Components....23

Front Panel Header....25

Chapter 3 27

Using BIOS 27

About the Setup Utility....27

The Standard Configuration....27

Entering the Setup Utility....27

Resetting the Default CMOS Values....28

Using BIOS....28

BIOS Navigation Keys....29

Main Menu....31

Advanced Menu....32

Chipset Menu....45

Tweak Menu....52

Security Menu....56

Boot Menu....57

Exit Menu....58

Updating the BIOS....59

Chapter 4 61

Using the Motherboard Software 61

Auto-installing under Windows 10/8.1/7....61

Running Setup....61

Manual Installation....63

ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)....63

Chapter 5 65

AMD CrossFireX ^TM Technology Support 65

Requirements......65

Installing CrossFireX ^TM graphics cards....65

The Catalyst ^TM Control Center Dialog Box....66

Chapter 6 67

Trouble Shooting 67

Start up problems during assembly....67

Start up problems after prolong use....68

Maintenance and care tips....68

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart....69

Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the B150M-P73 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1151 socket for Intel® Skylake processor.

This motherboard is based on Intel® B150 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 64 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3L 1600 MHz. Two PCI Express x16 Gen3 slots are supported (one PCI Express x16 slot runs at x16 mode and the other one runs at x4 mode), intended for Graphics Interface. In addition, two PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots are for extending usage.

It integrates USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interface, supporting up to six USB 2.0 ports (four USB 2.0 ports at rear panel and one USB 2.0 header supports additional two USB 2.0 ports) and six USB 3.0 ports (four USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel and one USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports). The Front USB 2.0 header provides EZ charger technology, please refer to Front Panel USB 2.0 header of chapter 2 for more details.

The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including one PS/2 mouse and keyboard Combo connector, one VGA port, one DVI port, one HDMI port, four USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, one RJ45 LAN connector, and 8-ch audio jacks.

In addition, this motherboard supports six SATA 6Gb/s connectors for expansion.

Package Contents

Your motherboard package ships with the following items:

B150M-P73 Motherboard
□ User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
2 SATA 6G Cables

The package contents above are for reference only, please take the actual package items as standard.

Specifications

CPU	LGA1151 socket for Intel® Skylake processorSupports CPU up to 95W, TDP up to 95WNote: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list.
Chipset	Intel ® B150 Chipset
Memory	Dual-channel DDR3L/DDR3 memory architecture4 x 240-pin DDR3L/DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 64 GBSupports DDR3L/DDR3 SDRAM*Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.*Please refer to the DRAM_Voltage setting of Chapter 2.
Expansion Slots	2 x PCI Express x16 Gen3 slots (one PCI Express x16 slot runs at x16 mode and the other runs at x4 mode)2 x PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots
AMD CrossFireXTM Technology	Supports AMD CrossFireX TM Technology- The PCIEX16_2 supports PCI Express running at X4 mode
Storage	Supported by Intel ® B150 Express Chipset- 6 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s devices
Audio	Realtek ALC892 8-Ch High Definition audio CODEC- Compliant with HD audio specification
LAN	Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit Lan
Rear Panel I/O	1 x PS/2 mouse & keyboard Combo connector1 x D-sub port (VGA port)1 x DVI port1 x HDMI port4 x USB 2.0 ports4 x USB 3.0 ports1 x RJ45 LAN connector1 x Audio 8-ch jacks
Internal I/O Connectors & Headers	1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector2 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connectors1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional two USB 2.0 ports(supports EZ charger)6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x Front Panel audio header1 x Front Panel switch/LED header1 x COM header1 x Clear CMOS jumper1 x DRAM Voltage jumper1 x Parallel port header (LPT)1 x Trusted platform module header (TPM)1 x Buzzer header1 x Case open header
System BIOS	• AMI BIOS with 128Mb SPI Flash ROM• Supports Plug and Play, STR (S3)/ STD(S4), Hardware Monitor• Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS• F7 hot key for boot up devices option• Supports ACPI & DMI• Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)• Add the function of copying BIOS parameters to USB flash drive
AP Support	• Supports eBLU* ^1 /eDLU/eSF* ^1 /Cyberlink Media Suite* ^2 /EZ ChargerNote: * ^1 Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.* ^2 Free bundle software including ECS DVD: Cyberlink Media Suite.
	• Micro ATX Size, 244mm x 244mmForm Factor

Motherboard Components

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Table of Motherboard Components

LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket	LGA1151 socket for Intel ^ Skylake processor
2. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector
3. DIMM1~4 240-pin DDR3L/DDR3 Module slots
4. COM Onboard serial port header
5. LPT Parallel port header
6. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
7. DRAM_VOLTAGE DRAM voltage jumper
8. USB3F Front panel USB 3.0 header
9. SATA3_1~6 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
10. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
11. TPM Trusted platform module header
12. SYS_FAN2 4-pin system cooling fan connector
13. CASE CASE open header
14. BZ Buzzer header
15. FUSBEZC Front panel USB 2.0 header (supports EZ Charger)
16. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
17. PCIEX16_2 PCI Express Gen3 x16 slot for graphics interface (runs at x4 mode)
18. CLR_CMOS	Clear CMOS jumper
19. PCIEX1_1~2	PCI Express Gen2 x1 slots
20. PCIEX16_1 PCI Express Gen3 x16 slot for graphics interface (runs at x16 mode)
21. SYS_FAN1 4-pin system cooling fan connector
22. ATX_12V 4-pin +12V power connector

I/O Ports

Diagram showing eight labeled electrical connectors and wiring connections, including audio, VGA, Ethernet, and network topology.

1. PS/2 Combo port

Use the PS/2 combo port to connect the PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse.

2. USB 2.0 Ports

Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.

3. VGA Port

Connect your monitor to the VGA port.

4. DVI Port

Connect your monitor to the DVI port.

5. USB 3.0 Ports

Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.

6. HDMI Port

You can connect the display device to the HDMI port.

7. LAN Port

Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.

LAN LED Status	Description
Activity LED	OFF No data
	Orange blinking	Active
Link LED	OFF No link
	Green Link

Activity LED Link LED LAN Port

8. Audio Ports

Use the audio jacks to connect audio devices. The D port is for stereo line-in signal, while the F port is for microphone in signal. This motherboard supports 8-channel audio devices that correspond to the A, B, C, and E port respectively. In addition, all of the 3 ports, B, C, and E provide users with both right & left channels individually. Users please refer to the following note for specific port function definition.

A: Center & Woofer D: Line-in

B: Back Surround E: Front Out

C: Side Surround F: Mic in Rear

The above port definition can be changed to audio input or audio output by changing the driver utility setting.

Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard

2-1. Safety Precautions

Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard:

• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity.
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard.
• Leave components in the static-proof bags.
  • Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis

This motherboard carries a Micro ATX form factor of 244 x 244 mm. Choose a chassis that accommodates this from factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the chassis matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most system chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds to the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.

B150M-P73 PCH B150

Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.

2-3. Checking Jumper Settings

The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled.

DRAM_VOLTAGE 1 2 3 Normal (Default) 1.5V CLR_CMOS 1 2 3 Normal (Default) 1 2 3 Clear CMOS

If users adjust the DRAM Voltage to 1.5V for supporting DDR3 memory, it may affect the stability of computer. We strongly recommend users to follow Intel I' guideline.

To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to "Load Default Settings" and then "Save and Exit Setup".

2-4. Installing Hardware

2-4-1. Installing the Processor

• This motherboard has an LGA1151 socket.

- When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.

- You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.

- The following illustration shows CPU installation components.

A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab.

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B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position.

Diagram showing a hand inserting a component into an electronic device, with no visible text or symbols.

C. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion.

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D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically.

Diagram showing a hand inserting into an electronic device component, with no visible text or symbols.

Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.

2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler

• Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket.

- Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.

• To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.

• DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.

- Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket.

• The following illustration shows how to install CPU fan.

A. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.

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B. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector.

Diagram of a CPU fan with cooling fins and heat exchangers, showing mounting points (no text or labels)

C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.

Line drawing of a CPU cooler with heatsink and cooling fan (no text or symbols)

2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules

• This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin DDR3L 1600 MHz.
• Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
• You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Total memory capacity is 64 GB.
• Refer to the following to install the memory modules.

A. Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.

Diagram of a hand pressing down on a rectangular object with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

B. Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it seats correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the notches in the DIMM slot.

Diagram of a computer RAM module being inserted, showing pin layout and memory connections (no text or symbols)

C. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM.

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The four DDR3L memory sockets (DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3 and DIMM4) are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

Channel A: DIMM1, DIMM2

Channel B: DIMM3, DIMM4

Recommend memory configuration

Model	Sockets
	DIMM1	DIMM2	DIMM3	DIMM4
1 DIMM ~	Populated		~ ~
1 DIMM ~	~ ~ Populated
2 DIMMs	~ Populated		~ Populated
3 DIMMs	Populated	Populated	~ Populated
3 DIMMs	~ Populated		Populated	Populated
4 DIMMs	Populated	Populated	Populated	Populated

Due to Intel CPU spec definition, please follow the table above for recommended memory configuration.

1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users give priority to the white DIMMs (DIMM2/DIMM4) when installing DIMMs.
2. We suggest users not to mix memory type. It is recommended to use the same brand and type memory on this motherboard.

2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards

The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard's features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard's capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.

PCIEX16_1~2 PCIEX1_1~2

PCIEX16_1\~2 Slots The PCI Express x16 slots are used to install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 3.0, one runs at x16 mode, and the other one runs at x4 mode.

PCIEX1_1\~2 Slots The PCI Express x1 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.

Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation.

Recommend add_on card configuration

Model	PCIEX16 Slots
	PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2
SPEC PCI-E Gen.3	Running x16 mode PCI-E Gen.3	Running x4 mode
1 Graphic Card (VGA card)	Populated --

Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:

1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.

For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using the add-on card.

Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card:

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Install the LAN Card in the PCIEX1 slot

Diagram of a computer motherboard showing CPU socket, fan, and drive components (no text or labels)

Install the VGA Card in the PCIE X16 slot

2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices

Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard's optional devices:

B150M-P73 PCH B150 ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧

No. Components No. Components
1	C	O	M
2	L	P	T
3 USB3F 7 FUSBEZC
4	SATA3_1~6	8	F_AUDIO

1. COM: Onboard Serial Port Header

Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system.

Ring Indicator Request to Send Ground Serial Output Data Carrier Detect PIN 1 Serial Input Data Terminal Ready Data Set Ready Clear to Send COM

2. LPT: Onboard Parallel Port Header

This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.

Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground SLCT PE BUSY ACK PD7 PD6 PD5 PD4 PD3 SLCT PD2 INIT PD1 ERROR PD0 AFD STROBE PIN 1

LPT

3. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 Header

This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate.

NC USB3 ICC Port2 D+ USB3 ICC Port2 D- Ground Ground USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Tx+ USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Tx- Ground USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Rx+ USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Rx- Front Panel USB Power PIN 1 USB3F

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

4. SATA3\_1\~6: Serial ATA Connectors

SATA3_1\~6 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6Gb/s device, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.

B150M-P73 FCH 8150 SATA3_1~6 Ground RX+ RX- Ground TX- TX+ Ground

5. TPM: Trusted Platform Module Header

Trusted platform module (TPM) is a published specification detailing a microcontroller that can store secured information, and implementations of that specification.

GND SMBDATA LAD2 LAD1 GND RESERVE1 SERIRQ GND SMBCLK PIN 1 LPCPD# GND VCC3_DUAL RESERVE0 LAD0 VCC3 LAD3 LREST# LFRAME# TPM_CLK TPM

6. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header

This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with intrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.

B160M-P73 PC+ B168

CASE 1 2 Chassis cover is removed 1 2 Chassis cover is closed

7. FUSBEZC: Front Panel USB 2.0 Header

The motherboard has one USB 2.0 header supporting two USB 2.0 ports. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.

FUSBEZC supports EZ Charger technology, provides 3 times current than general USB port in off mode for USB devices. It is useful and excellent, especially for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices that need a large amount of current for faster recharging within less time.

B150M-P73 PCH-B150 Power +5V USB Port B (-) USB Port B (+) Ground NC PIN 1 Ground USB Port A (+) USB Port A (-) Power +5V FUSBEZC

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

8. F\_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header

The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC' 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers, please set as below picture.

Analog ground Presence# Sense1_Return Sense2_Return PIN 1 Left channel to front panel Sense_Send Right channel to front panel Front panel microphone input signal_R Front panel microphone input signal_L HD Audio Analog ground Analog power (+3.3V) Right channel return from front panel Left channel return from front panel PIN 1 Left channel to front panel RSVD Right channel to front panel Front panel microphone input signal_R Front panel microphone input signal_L

AC 97' Audio

AC' 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to support AC97 Audio mode.

If you use AC' 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of "Disabled Front Panel Detect". If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don't tick off "Disabled Front Panel Detect".

Realtek HD Audio Manager MSV Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Access Connection Default Format Speaker Configuration Elastic Connector Settings Describe first panel lock detector OK Cancel Pull-up session First panel and log Current session in a structure

* For reference only

If you use AC' 97 Front Panel, please don't tick off "Using Front Jack Detect". If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of "Using Front Jack Detect".

Phone Jack Back Panel Front Panel Configuration Headphone Front-MIC Bing Phone - 100 MHz

* For reference only

2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive

This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.

About SATA Connectors

Your motherboard features six SATA connectors supporting a total of six drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.

Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives

To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.

Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:

1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard.
2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive.
3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other end to the power supply.

Technical line drawing of a hard disk drive with cable connectors and connector housing (no text or symbols)

* For reference only

2-4-7. Connecting Case Components

After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following:

B150M-P73 PCB B150 ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦

No. Components No. Components
1	C	P	U	-
2 ATX_POWER 6 SYS_FAN1
3 F_PANEL 7 ATX12V
4	S	Y	S	-

1. CPU\_FAN (CPU cooling FAN Power Connector) & 4 & 6. SYS\_FAN1\~2 (System Cooling FAN Power Connector)

Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN.

Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN1\~2.

System Ground Power +12V Sensor PWM PIN 1 CPU_FAN PIN 1 System Ground Power +12V Sensor PWM SYS_FAN1 PIN 1 System Ground Power +12V Sensor PWM SYS_FAN2

Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A \~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.

2. ATX\_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & 7. ATX12V (ATX 12V Power Connector)

Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V.

ATX12V +12V Ground +12V Ground PIN 1 +3.3V Ground +12V +5V +12V +5V +5VSB +5V PWRGD -5V Ground Ground +5V Ground Ground Ground +5V PS_ON Ground Ground +3.3V -12V +3.3V +3.3V PIN 1 ATX_POWER

Connecting 24-pin power cable

The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX_POWER power supply.

Diagram showing two steps of a mechanical assembly or processing process, with no visible text or symbols.

24-pin power cable

With ATX_POWER power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX_POWER match perfectly.

Connecting 4-pin power cable

The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

4-pin power cable

When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V match perfectly.

3. F\_PANEL: Front Panel Header

The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:

MSG LED (+) MSG LED (-) Power Switch (+) Power Switch (-) PLED PWRBTN B150M-P73 PCH-B150 Reserved Reset Switch (+) Reset Switch (-) Hard disk LED (-) Hard disk LED (+) F_PANEL PIN 1 RESET HDLED

Hard Drive Activity LED

Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.

Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED

Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.

Reset Switch

Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and runs POST.

Power Switch

Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.

5. BZ: Buzzer Header

Signal GND Power +5V PIN 1 BZ

This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.

About the Setup Utility

The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc.” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS.

The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system's configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is configured with the values you stored in CMOS.

The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:

• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals
  • Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
  • Power Management features

The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before using the Setup Utility, ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options.

This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.

The Standard Configuration

A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future.

This Setup Utility should be used:

• when changing the system configuration
• when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make changes to the Setup Utility
• when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts
• when making changes to the Power Management configuration
• when changing the password or making other changes to the Security Setup

Entering the Setup Utility

When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears:

Press DEL to enter SETUP

Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.

BCS ELITEGROUP 00:03 MON. 06/08/2015 Language Default Advanced B150M-P73 Build Date 05/08/2015 Processor Type Intel(R) Core(TM) I5-5600K CPU @ 3.50GHz Total Memory 4096 MB DDR3 CPU Temperature (DTS) +54 System Temperature 29 °C Boot Priority BMW 1292 RPM DMM 1.375 V PCH 0.950 V Svs1 0000 RPM Svs2 0000 RPM

Resetting the Default CMOS Values

When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a "CMOS Settings Wrong" message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings to reset the default CMOS values.

Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may also trigger this message.

American Megatrends B150M-P73 Release 06/08/2012 Version 2.02.1205. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Press to enter BBS POPUP Press or to enter setup. CMOS Setting Wrong

Using BIOS

When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing .

Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.

Some options (marked with an icon >>) lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu.

In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by an icon >> .

The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.

BIOS Navigation Keys

The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:

KEY FUNCTION
ESC	Exits the current menu
↑↓→←	Scrolls through the items on a menu
+/-	Change Opt.
Enter	Select
F1	General Help
F2	Previous Value
F3	Optimized Defaults
F4	Save & Exit

1. For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture's website for updated manual.

2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click : select item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit.

ELITEGROUP Default Advanced Exit Normal Performance H2 CPU Temperature (DTG) System Temperature 34 °C 06:08 NED, 08/26/2015 Normal D152M.PT3 Build Date 09/20/2015 Processor Type WMT(R) Core(TM) R-6830K CPU @ 3.800MP Total Memory 2016 MB (DDR5) Syst Syst1 CPU1 0002 RPM 000E RPM 5257 RPM Pen USB USB USB USB

Default

Select the default icon and press or double click the left key of the mouse to display the screen. Then you can load optimized defaults or not.

Advanced

Select the advanced icon and press or double click the left key of the mouse to display the screen.

Exit

Select the exit icon and press or double click the left key of the mouse to display the screen.

Main Menu

This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system language, date and time.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit BIOS Information System Language English System Date Mon 06/08/2015 System Time 00:00:46 Choose the system default language --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

System Language (English)

This item is used to set system language.

System Date & Time

The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.

Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit LAN Configuration PC Health Status Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration Super IO Configuration Trusted Computing Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (MAC:B8:AE:ED:96:4A:35) LAN Configuration Parameters --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» LAN Configuration

The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit LAN Configuration Onboard LAN Controller Enabled Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN Controller → : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Onboard LAN controller.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» PC Health Status

On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit PC Health Status Smart Fan Function CPU Temperature (DTS) : 53 System Temperature : 30 °C CPU Fan Speed : 3276 RPM System Fan 1 Speed : 0 RPM System Fan 2 Speed : 0 RPM Core Voltage : 1.243V DIMM Voltage : 1.375V VCCSA Voltage : 1.056V VCCIO Voltage : 0.935V PCH Voltage : 0.990V TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) 100 →: Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» Smart Fan Function

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Smart Fan Select CPU Fan Smart Fan Mode Normal Smart Fan start PWM value 180 Smart Fan start PWM TEMP(DTS) 70 DeltaT 3 Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10 Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) 77 Smart Fan Select --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Smart Fan Select (CPU Fan)

This item allows you to change and configure Smart Fans on M/B. ex. CPU Fan, System Fan1, System Fan2.

Smart Fan Mode (Normal)

This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quite mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment. If you choose Silent mode, the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjust depending on users' parameters.

Smart Fan start PWM value (180)

This item is used to set the start PWM value of the smart fan.

Smart Fan start PWM TEMP (DTS) (70)

This item is used to set the start temperature of the smart fan.

DeltaT (3)

This item specifies the range that controls CPU temperature and keeps it from going so high or so low when smart fan works.

Smart Fan Slope PWM value (10)

This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan.

Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) (77)

This item is used to set the fan full speed offset value.

Press to return to the PC Health Status page.

System Component Characteristics

These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & System fan speed...etc.

• CPU Temperature (DTS)
- System Temperature
- CPU Fan Speed
• System Fan 1 Speed
• System Fan 2 Speed
- Core Voltage
- DIMM Voltage
- VCCSA Voltage
- VCCIO Voltage
- PCH Voltage

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

»Power Management Setup

This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Power Management Setup Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PME Disabled Resume By USB Disabled Resume By PS2 KB Disabled Resume By PS2 MS Disabled Resume By RTC Alarm Disabled EUP Function Enabled Power LED Type Dual Color LED About Resume by Ring --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Resume By RING (Disabled)

An input signal on the serial Ring Indicator (RI) line (in other words, an incoming call on the modem) awakens the system from a soft off state.

Resume By PME (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI/PCI-E Modem or PCI/PCI-E LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI/PCI-E card.

Resume By USB (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the USB device wakeup function from S3 mode.

Resume By PS2 KB (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By PS2 MS (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By RTC Alarm (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system's RTC (realtime clock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

EUP Function (Enabled)

This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support.

Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)

This item shows the type of the Power LED.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» ACPI Settings

The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit ACPI Settings ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM) Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)]

This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State (default).

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

»CPU Configuration

The item in the menu shows the CPU.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600K CPU @ 3.50GHz EM64T Supported Processor Speed 3600 MHz Processor Stepping 506e3 Microcode Revision f Processor Cores 4 Intel HT Technology Not Supported Intel VT-x Technology Supported Active Processor Cores All Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled Package C State limit AUTO Enhanced Halt (C1E) Enabled Number of cores to enable in each processor package. --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600K CPU @ 3.50GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

EM64T (Supported)

This item shows the computer supports EM64T.

Processor Speed (3600MHz)

This item shows the current processor speed.

Processor Stepping (506e3)

This item shows the processor stepping version.

Microcode Revision (f)

This item shows the Microcode version.

Processor Cores (4)

This item shows the core number of the processor.

Intel HT Technology (Not Supported)

This item shows the computer not supports Intel HT Technology.

Intel VT-x Technology (Supported)

This item shows the computer supports Intel VT-x Technology.

Active Processor Cores (All)

Use this item to control the number of active processor cores.

Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enable this item to prevent the system from "rebooting" when trying to install Windows NT 4.0.

Execute Disable Bit (Enabled)

This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation. Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit enabled systems can halt worm attacks, reducing the need for virus related repair.

Intel Virtualization Technology (Enabled)

When disabled, a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vandor Pool Technology.

Package C State limit (AUTO)

Use this item to set the package C state limit.

Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Enhanced C1 state.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

»SATA Configuration

Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit SATA Configuration SATA Mode AHCI SATA Port1 Not Present Spin Up Device Disabled External SATA Disabled SATA Port2 Not Present Spin Up Device Disabled External SATA Disabled SATA Port3 Not Present Spin Up Device Disabled External SATA Disabled SATA Port4 Not Present Spin Up Device Disabled External SATA Disabled SATA Port5 Not Present Spin Up Device Disabled External SATA Disabled SATA Port6 Not Present Spin Up Device Disabled External SATA Disabled Determines how SATA controller(s) operate. → : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

SATA Mode (AHCI)

Use this item to select SATA mode.

SATA Port 1\~6 (Not Present)

This motherboard supports six SATA channels and each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel.

Spin up Device (Disabled)

On an edge detect from 0 to 1, the PCH starts a COMRESET initialization sequence to the device.

External SATA (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable External SATA Support.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» USB Configuration

Use this item to show the information of USB configuration.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit USB Configuration All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled USB Support Parameters --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

All USB Devices (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.

Legacy USB Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

»Super IO Configuration

Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip IT8625 Serial Port 0 Configuration Parallel Port Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Super IO Chip (IT8625)

This item shows the information of the super IO chip.

» Serial Port 0 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Serial Port 1 Configuration Serial Port Enabled Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4; Change Settings Auto Enable or Disable Serial Port (COM) --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Press to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

» Parallel Port Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Parallel Port Configuration Parallel Port Enabled Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5; Change Settings Auto Standard Parallel Po... Device Mode Enabled or Disabled Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE) --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Parallel Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable parallel port.

Device Settings (IO=378h; IRQ=5;)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Device Mode (Standard Parallel Po...)

This item shows the information of the device mode.

Press to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

»Trusted Computing

Use this item to show the information of trusted computing configuration.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit TPM20 Device Found TPM Support Enabled Pending operation None Platform Hierarchy Enabled Storage Hierarchy Enabled Endorsement Hierarchy Enabled HashPolicy Sha-1 TPM 20 InterfaceType CRB Device Select Auto Enables or Disables BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

TPM Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the TPM support. O.S. will not show TPM. Reset of platform is required.

Pending operation (None)

Schedule an Operation for the Security Device. NOTE: Your Computer will reboot during restart in order to change State of Security Device.

Platform Hierarchy (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the platform hierarchy.

Storage Hierarchy (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the storage hierarchy.

Endorsement Hierarchy (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Endorsement hierarchy.

HashPolicy (Sha-1)

Use this item to select the Hash policy to use. SHA-2 is most secure but might not be supported by all operating systems.

TPM 20 InterfaceType (CRB)

Use this item to select the communication interface to TPM 20 device.

Device Select (Auto)

TPM 1.2 will restrict support to TPM 1.2 devices, TPM 2.0 will restrict support to TPM 2.0 devices, Auto will support both with default set to TPM 2.0 devices if not found, TPM 1.2 devices will be enumerated.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (MAC:B8:AE:ED:96:4A:35)

Use this item to show the information of Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Driver Information Driver Name: Realtek UEFI UNDI Driver Driver Version: 2.033 Driver Released Date: 2014/12/23 Driver Information Driver Name: Realtek PCIe GBE Family C PCI Slot: 01:00:00 MAC Address: B8:AE:ED:96:4A:35 Patent Information This product is covered by one or more of the following US6, 570, 884, US6, 115, 776 and US6, 327, 625 Enable or disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Driver Name (Realtek UEFI UNDI Driver/Realtek PCIe GBE Family C)

This item shows the driver name.

Driver Version (2.033)

This item shows the driver version.

Driver Released Date (2014/12/23)

This item shows the driver released date.

PCI Slot (01:00:00)

This item shows the information of the PCI slot.

MAC Address

This item shows the information of the MAC address.

Chipset Menu

The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit System Agent Configuration PCH Configuration ME Configuration System Agent (SA) Parameters. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

»System Agent Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit System Agent Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter Auto IGD Memory 64M DVMT Memory 256M IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI Graphics device should be Primary Display or select SG for Switchable Gfx. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Initiate Graphic Adapter (Auto)

This item allows you to select graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.

IGD Memory (64M)

This item shows the information of the IGD (Internal Graphics Device) memory.

DVMT Memory (256M)

When set to Fixed Mode, the graphics driver will reserve a fixed position of the system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.

Multi-Monitor technology

Multi-Monitor technology can help you to increase the area available for programs running on a single computer system through using multiple display devices.

It is not only to increase larger screen viewing but aslo to improving personal productivity.

graph TD
    A["Intel Integrated Graphics"] --> B["Computer Monitor"]
    C["PCI-Express Graphics"] --> D["Computer Monitor"]
    E["Computer Monitor"] --> F["Computer Monitor"]

Please note that Multi-Monitor technology supports up to four monitors: one or two Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8.

Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.)

Mainboard Setup Utility Drivers Utilities Information ECS ELITEGROUP Mainboard : B150M-P73 BIOS Version : 06/08/15 Driver CD Version : DVD 2.01 Setup Utilities Browse CD Exit v4.3.283

Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item, then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it.

Device Manager File Action View Help ECS-PC Computer Disk drives Display adapters NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS (Microsoft Corporation - WDDM v1.1) DVD/CD-ROM drives Human Interface Devices IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers Keyboards Mice and other pointing devices Monitors Network adapters Portable Devices Processors Sound, video and game controllers System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers

Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit System Agent Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter Auto IGD Memory 64M DVMT Memory 256M IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI Graphics device should be Primary Display or select SG for Switchable Gfx. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8.

1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen.

Show the path of the setting location Display devices Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel Change the appearance of your displays 1. DELL U2410Display: Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays: This is currently your main display. Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Advance settings OK Cancel Apply The type of the display Set the multiple displays

1. Select display devices, set the multiple displays option and to extend destop for display "Multi-Monitor technology".

Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Change the appearance of your displays 1 2 3 4 Detect Identify Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape 3. DELL U2410Display: Disconnect this displayMultiple displays: Extend desktop to this display Disconnect this display Make this my main display You must select Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts Starts

Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel Change the appearance of your displays 1 2 3 4 Detect Identify 4. AL1717Display Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Disconnect this displayMultiple displays: You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? OK Cancel Apply

Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel Change the appearance of your displays 1 2 3 4 Detect Identify 4. AL1717Display Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Extend desktop to this display Multiple displays: You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? OK Cancel Apply

»PCH Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit PCH Configuration Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled Case Open Warning Disabled Chassis Opened No Select AC power state when power is re-applied after a power failure. ← : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)

This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating status.

Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)

This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.

Case Open Warning (Disabled)

This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up, and the item below indicates the current status of the case.

Chassis Opened (No)

This item indicates whether the case has been opened.

Press to return to the Chipset Menu page.

» ME Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME Control Enabled TPM Device Selection PTT ME FW Version 11.0.0.1133 Enable/Disable ME Firmware → : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

ME Control (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the ME Firmware.

TPM Device Selection (PTT)

Use this item to select TPM device: PTT or dTPM. PTT-Enables PTT in SkuMgr. dTPM 1.2-Disables PTT in SkuMgr Warning! PTT/dTPM will be disabled and all data saved on it will be lost.

ME FW Version (11.0.0.1133)

This item shows the ME FW version.

Press to return to the Chipset Menu page.

Tweak Menu

This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Tweak CPU OverClocking Configuration Memory Configuration Profile Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600K CPU @ 3.50GHz Processor Speed 3600 MHz Memory Frequency 1600 MHz Total Memory 4096 MB CPU OverClocking Configuration --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» CPU OverClocking Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Turbo Mode Enabled Package Power Limit MSR Lock Power Limit 1 Override Disabled Power Limit 1 0 Power Limit 1 Window 0 Power Limit 2 Override Enabled Power Limit 2 0 Realtime CPU Ratio 20 Performance Mode Boost TDP Lock Disabled 1-Core Ratio Limit Override 0 2-Core Ratio Limit Override 0 3-Core Ratio Limit Override 0 4-Core Ratio Limit Override 0 Disabled Turbo Mode. —— : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Turbo Mode (Enabled)

This item allows you to control the Intel Turbo Boost Technology.

Package Power Limit MSR Lock (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable locking of Package Power Limit settings. When enabled, PACKAGE_POWER_LIMIT MSR will be locked and a reset will be required to unlock the register.

Power Limit 1 Override (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Power Limit 1 Override. If this option is disabled, BIOS will program the default values for Power Limit 1.

Power Limit 1 (0)

Power limit 1 in Milli Watts and stepsize is 125mW .XE SKU: Any value can be programmed. Overclocking SKU: Value must be between Max and Min Power Limits (specified by PACKAGE_POWER_SKU_MSR). Other SKUs: This value must be between Min Power Limit and TDP Limit. If value is 0, BIOS will program TDP value.

Power Limit 1 Window (0)

Power limit 1 Time Window value in seconds. The value may vary from 0 to 128. If the value is 0, default values will be programmed (28 sec for Mobile and 1 sec for Desktop). Indicates the time window over which TDP value should be maintained.

Power Limit 2 Override (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Power Limit 2 Override. If this option is disabled, BIOS will program the default values for Power Limit 2.

Power Limit 2 (0)

Power limit 2 value in Milli Watts and stepsize is 125mW. If the value is 0, BIOS will program this value as 1.25*TDP. Processor applies control policies such that the package power does not exceed this limit.

Realtime CPU Ratio (20)

This item allows you to set the CPU Ratio Override.

Performance Mode (Boost)

Use this item to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff.

TDP Lock (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the Package TDP lock.

1 /2 /3 /4-Core Ratio Limit Override (0)

These items are for 1 /2 /3 /4 cores active. 0 means using the factory-configured value.

Press to return to the Tweak Menu page.

» Memory Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Memory Configuration Memory Profiles Automatic Memory Frequency 1333 Timing Default Current Target Command Rate 1 tCL 11 tRCD/tRP 11 tRAS 28 tRFC 208 tWR 12 tWTR 6 tRRD 5 tRTP 6 tFAW 24 tCWL 8 The selection of Memory Profiles which impacts memory sizing behavior. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Memory Profiles (Automatic)

This item enables you to set the memory profiles. The selection of memory profiles impacts memory sizing behavior.

Memory Frequency (1333)

This item shows the information of the memory frequency.

Command Rate (1)

This item shows the information of Command Rate.

Press to return to the Tweak Menu page.

» Profile Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Profile Configuration Save Profile Restore last setting Disabled Select Profile to Configure --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Save Profile

Scroll to this item and press to view the submenu.

Restore last setting (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable to restore the last setting.

Press to return to the Tweak Menu page.

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6600K CPU @ 3.50GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

Processor Speed (3600 MHz)

This item shows the CPU speed.

Memory Frequency (1600 MHz)

This item shows the memory frequency.

This item shows the total memory.

Security Menu

This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Administrator Password Administrator Password Status Not Install User Password Status Not Install System Mode state Setup Secure Boot state Not Active Secure Boot Disabled Set Administrator Password --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Db1 Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Administrator Password Status (Not Install)

This item shows administrator password installed or not.

User Password Status (Not Install)

This item shows user password installed or not.

System Mode state (Setup)

This item shows system mode setup or not.

Secure Boot state (Not Active)

This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state.

Secure Boot (Disabled)

This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in User Mode.

Boot Menu

This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Boot Configuration Operation System Select Windows 7 or other OS Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Launch Strorage OpROM Enabled Fast Boot Disabled Bootup NumLock State On Quiet Boot Enabled Update System BIOS Disabled Boot mode select LEGACY FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities Boot Option #1 Hard Disk Boot Option #2 CD/DVD Boot Option #3 USB Hard Disk Boot Option #4 USB CD/DVD Boot Option #5 USB Key Boot Option #6 USB Floppy Boot Option #7 USB Lan Boot Option #8 Network Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for Legacy OS. Windows 8: Boot policy for UEFI OS without Compatibility Support Module(CSM). Manual: User customized CSM parameters & boot policy. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Operation System Select (Windows 7 or other OS)

This item is used to select the operation system.

Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)

The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM.

Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.

This item enables or disables boot with initialization of a minimal set of device required to launch active boot option. Has no effect for BBS boot options.

Bootup NumLock State (On)

This item enables you to select NumLock state.

Quiet Boot (Enabled)

This item enables or disables quiet boot.

Update System BIOS (Enabled)

This item enables or disables update system BIOS.

Boot mode select (LEGACY)

Use this item to select boot mode.

These items show the boot priorities.

Exit Menu

This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes.

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Security Boot Exit Back to EZ Mode Go back to EZ Mode Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Save Options : Select Screen Save Changes ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Discard Changes Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. Restore Defaults F1: General Help Boot Override F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Back to EZ Mode

This item enables you to back to EZ mode.

Save Changes and Exit

This item enables you to exit the system setup after saving the changes.

Discard Changes and Exit

This item enables you to exit system setup without saving any changes.

Save Changes and Reset

This item enables you to reset system setup after saving the changes.

Discard Changes and Reset

This item enables you to reset system setup without saving any changes.

Save Options

This item enables you to save the options that you have made.

Save Changes

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made.

Discard Changes

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made.

Restore Defaults

This item enables you to restore defaults to all the setup options.

Boot Override

Use this item to select the boot device.

Updating the BIOS

You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer's Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:

1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.
2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Advanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.)
3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)
4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer's Web site. Copy these files to the bootable device.
5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your computer. (You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first.)
6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the file name of the new BIOS and then press . Example: AFUDOS.EXE 040706.ROM
7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.

This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard.

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Chapter 4

Using the Motherboard Software

Auto-installing under Windows 10/8.1/7

The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software. The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows 10/8.1/7. When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it: Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit.

Mainboard Setup Utility Driver Utilities Information ESG ELITEGROUP Mainboard: B150M-P23 BIOS Version: 06/08/15 Driver CD Version: DVD 2.0 Setup Utilities Browse CD Click "Exit" button to close the Auto-Setup window. Browse CD: Open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support disk. Click the "Setup" button to select and run the software installation program. Click the "Utilities" button to select and install ECS Intelligent Utility.

Running Setup

Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard:

1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:

Auto Setup Package software Version 2.03.2011 B150M-P73 AutoSetup Program Mainboard ID Auto Setup Package software Version 2.03.2011 Welcome to the InstallField Wizard for AutoSetup For successful installation or installation on your response. To complete, click Next. Next Cancel

The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing.

The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.

1. Click Next. The following screen appears:

Auto Setup Package software Version 2.00.0009 Select Features Choose the features Setup will install. Select the features you want to install, clear the features you do not want to install. Info 1824 K Device 35967 K Description Inte(R) Chibaet Software Installation Utility Version 6.0.0.1.011 Release Date: 2004/05/28 SpaceRequirement C 40765 K Space Available C 20063988 K < Back Next > Cancel

1. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.
2. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:

Setup Welcome to the InstallShield(R) Wizard for Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility Welcome to the Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility. This utility will enable/Plug&Play INF support for Intel(R) chipset components.

1. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.

Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.

Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart, you must select "Desktop" in the bottom left to install the next driver.

Start ecs test Mail Calendar Internet Explorer Store Name People Photos Maps SkyDrive Sports Messaging Video Music Travel Desktops Weather Xbox SMS Games Camera Fiction

Windows 7/8 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select "Yes" to install the next driver. Continue this process to complete the drivers installation.

User Account Control Do you want to allow the following program from an unknown publisher to make changes to this computer? Program name: ChPrio.exe Publisher: Unknown File origin: CD/DVD drive Show details Yes No Change when these notifications appear

Manual Installation

If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.

If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program, browse to the operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file (README.TXT or README.DOC) for information on installing the driver or software for your operating system.

ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)

ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently.

These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.

eSF

eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance with your PC's system loading and temperature.

It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to optimize your system cooling environment.

eSF EPS-ELITEGROUP CPU Load Filter Full Normal Quick Shift Custom Temperature Auto execute after binding Read Previous Settings Apply

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.

eDLU

ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers.

BFS ELITEGROUP System Information: Processor: XCG-XXXX CPU @ X.XX Bits Motherboard: XXXXX-XX BDOs: American Magazines Inc. version XXXX/XX/XX Operating System: Microsoft Windows XOOX ODB Start About

eBLU

ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click "install" button to install.

BFS ELITEGROUP System Information Processor: XXXI-XXXX CPU @ X.XG GHz Motherboard: XXXI-XX BIOS: American Megatread Inc. version XXXI/XXX/XX Operating System: Microsoft Windows 300X 300X Recommended Updates Item Current Version Online Version Special Edit Update Check Updates Install About

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.

Chapter 5

AMD CrossFireX™ Technology Support

This motherboard supports the AMD CrossFireX™ Technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section.

Requirements

1 Two identical CrossFireX ^TM ready graphic cards are needed for the setup of 2-way CrossFireX ^TM configuration.
2 You would need one CrossfireX ^TM bridge cable.
3 Make sure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX ^TM technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com).
4 Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system.

Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cards

1. Insert the CrossFireX™ graphics cards into the PCIEX16_1/PCIEX16_2 slots. Make sure that the card is properly seated on the slot.
2. Connect the cable from your monitors to the CrossFireX™ ready graphics card installed on the PCIE16X slot.

Monitor Cable—

* For reference only

1. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards.

The Catalyst™ Control Center Dialog Box To enable CrossFireX™:

• Install AMD graphic card driver.
- Enter the Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box.
- check the "Enable CrossFireX™" item.
- Click Apply button.

RADEON GRAPHICS AMD Catalyst Control Center Preferences Search Pinned AMD Home Presets Desktop Management Common Display Tasks My VGA Displays Video Gaming Performance Information AMD CrossFireX™ AMD CrossFireX™ enables multiple graphics processors to work together for improved graphics quality and performance. Choose to enable AMD CrossFireX for added graphics performance. Enable AMD CrossFireX Enable AMD CrossFireX for applications that have no associated application profile Disable AMD CrossFireX Discard Apply

Chapter 6

Trouble Shooting

Start up problems during assembly

After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenuID=49&childid=M_49&LanID=0

a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.

1. Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard, CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. Make sure the power cord is plugged into the wall socket & the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned "on" as well. Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running.
2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as screwdrivers from the inside PC case. This is to prevent damage from short circuit.
3. Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard.
4. For Intel platforms check the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bent. A bent pin may cause failure to boot and sometimes permanent damage from short circuit.
5. Check the 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard.
6. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

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

1. Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC.
2. Check the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly.
3. Listen for beep sounds. If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is connected.

a. continuous 3 short beeps: memory not detected

b. 1 long beep and 8 short beeps: VGA not detected

c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.

1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Apply the thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink & ensure the CPU fan is well-connected with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system is running.

2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.

Start up problems after prolong use

After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure.

1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper. Refer to CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual. When completed, follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup.
2. Check the CPU cooler fan for dust. Long term accumulation of dust will reduce its effectiveness to cool the processor. Clean the cooler or replace a new one if necessary.
3. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.
4. Remove the hard drive, optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of these components may be at fault.
5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component.

Please log onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information.

Maintenance and care tips

Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.

1. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.
2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and areas of high moisture content.
3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.
4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.
5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.
6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

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    A -->|No| S
    S -->|Yes| T["uldei droc reticin CA<br>?no dengrshctiws USP dna"]
    T --> U["uldei droc reticin CA<br>?no dengrshctiws USP dna"]
    U --> V["gl"]

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Chapter 6