TH55B HD - Motherboard BIOSTAR - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Motherboard
Brand	Biostar
Model	TH55B HD
Form Factor	Micro ATX
Dimensions	24.4 x 24.4 cm (9.6 x 9.6 in)
Weight	0.6 kg (1.3 lb)
CPU Socket	Socket AM3
Chipset	AMD 785G + SB710
Memory Support	DDR3 1066/1333 (up to 16 GB, 2 DIMMs)
Expansion Slots	1 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1, 2 x PCI
Storage Interfaces	4 x SATA 3Gb/s, 1 x IDE
USB Ports	6 x USB 2.0 (rear), USB headers for 2 additional
Video Output	DVI-D, VGA, HDMI
Audio	8-channel HD Audio (Realtek ALC888)
LAN	Gigabit Ethernet (Realtek RTL8111DL)
Power Connectors	24-pin ATX, 4-pin ATX12V
Cooling System	Passive heatsink on chipset (fanless)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Cleaning Instructions	Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid liquids and abrasive cleaners.
Safety Precautions	Discharge static before handling. Do not install near water or heat sources.
Spare Parts	Not user-replaceable. Contact Biostar support for defective parts.
Repairability	Not designed for user repair. Seek professional service for issues.
General Information	Supports AMD Phenom II, Athlon II processors. Integrated HD 4200 graphics.

Frequently Asked Questions - TH55B HD BIOSTAR

What CPU socket does the Biostar TH55B HD support?

The Biostar TH55B HD supports Socket AM3 for AMD processors such as Phenom II and Athlon II.

How much RAM can I install on this motherboard?

The motherboard has two DDR3 DIMM slots and supports up to 16 GB of RAM at speeds of 1066/1333 MHz.

Does the TH55B HD have onboard graphics?

Yes, it features integrated AMD Radeon HD 4200 graphics with DVI, VGA, and HDMI outputs.

What is the form factor of this motherboard?

The TH55B HD is a Micro ATX form factor measuring 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm.

How many SATA ports are available?

It offers 4 SATA 3Gb/s ports and one IDE connector for older drives.

Can I use a PCIe x16 graphics card?

Yes, there is one PCIe x16 slot supporting discrete graphics cards.

What power supply do I need for this board?

A standard ATX power supply with a 24-pin main connector and a 4-pin CPU power connector.

Does the motherboard support dual-channel memory?

Yes, to enable dual-channel, install memory modules in pairs in the two DIMM slots (color-coded).

How can I clean the motherboard?

Use a soft dry cloth or compressed air. Avoid liquids and abrasive materials to prevent damage.

Where can I find spare parts or support?

Spare parts are not user-replaceable. For assistance, contact Biostar support or consult the official website.

USER MANUAL TH55B HD BIOSTAR

FCC Information and Copyright

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of 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. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction ...... 1

1.1 Before You Start....1
1.2 Package Checklist 1
1.3 Motherboard Features....2
1.4 Rear Panel Connectors....2
1.5 Motherboard Layout....4

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation .... 5

2.1 Installing Central Processing Unit (CPU) 5
2.2 FAN Headers 7
2.3 Installing System Memory 8
2.4 Connectors and Slots.... 10

Chapter 3: Headers & Jumpers Setup .... 13

3.1 How to Setup Jumpers....13
3.2 Detail Settings 13

Chapter 4: T-Series BIOS & Software.... 19

4.1 T-Series BIOS....19
4.2 T-Series Software.... 27

Chapter 5: Useful Help ...... 36

5.1 Driver Installation Note....37
5.2 Extra Information....38
5.3 AMI BIOS Beep Code 39
5.4 Troubleshooting....40

Appendix: SPEC In Other Languages 41

German 42
French 44
Italian....46
Spanish 48
Portuguese 50
Polish 52
Russian 54
Arabic....56
Japanese 58

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1 B EFORE YOU START

Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:

■ Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient lighting.
■ Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation.
■ Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static bag, ground yourself properly by touching any safely grounded appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to remove the static charge.
■ Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the rear side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board on the edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.
■ Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the case after installation. Loose parts will cause short circuits which may damage the equipment.
- Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat source, humid air and water.
■ The operating temperatures of the computer should be 0 to 45 degrees Celsius.

1.2 PACKAGE CHECKLIST

HDD Cable X 1 (optional)
Serial ATA Cable X 3
Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case X 1
User's Manual X 1
+ Fully Setup Driver CD X 1
FDD Cable X 1 (optional)
USB 2.0 Cable X1 (optional)
Serial ATA Power Cable X 1 (optional)

Note: The package contents may be different due to area or your motherboard version.

1.3 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES

SPEC
CPU	Socket 1156Intel Core i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium processor	Supports Execute Disable B it / Enhanced IntelSpeedStep® / Intel Architecture-64 / ExtendedMemory 64 Technology / Virtualization Technology
Chipset	Intel H55
Super I/O	IT8721Provides the most commonly used legacySuper I/O functionality.Low Pin Count Interface	Environment Control initiatives ,Hardware Monitor ControllerFan Speed ControllerITE's "S mart Guard ian" function
Main Memory	DDR3 DIMM Slots x 4Max Memory Capacity 16GBEach DIMM supports 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB DDR3	Dual Channel Mode DDR3 memory moduleSupports DDR3 800 / 1066 / 1333Supports DDR3 1600 (OC) / 2000 (OC)
IDE	JMB368	Ultra DMA 33 / 66 / 100 / 133 Bus Master Mode supports PIO Mode 0~4
SATA 2 Integrated Serial ATA Controller		Data transfer rates up to 3.0 Gb/s.SATA Version 2.0 specification component
LAN Realtek RTL 8111DL		10 / 100 Mb/s / 1Gb/s auto negotiationHalf / Full duplex capability
Sound Codec	ALC662	5.1 channels audio outHigh Definition Audio
	PCI slot x2 Supports PCI expansion cardsPCI Express Gen2 x 16 slot x1 Supports PCI-E Gen2 x16 expansion card SlotsPCI Express Gen2 x 1 slot x1 Supports PCI-E Gen2 x1 expansion card
On Board Connectors	IDE Connectorx1 Each connector supports 2 IDE devicesSATA Connectorx6 Each connector supports 1 SATA deviceFront Panel Connectorx1 Supports front panel facilitiesFront Audio Connectorx1 Supports front panel audio functionCPU Fan Headerx1 CPU Fan power supply (with Smart Fan function)System Fan Headerx2 System Fan Power supplyClear CMOS Headerx1 Restore CMOS data to factory defaultUSB Connectorx3 Each connector supports 2 front panel USB portsPrinter Port Connectorx1 Each connector supports 1 Printer portSerial Port Connectorx1 Connects to RS-232 PortS/PDIF out Connectorx1 Supports digital audio out functionConsumer IR Connector x1 Supports infrared functionPower Connector (24pin) x1 Connects to Power supplyPower Connector (4pin) x1 Connects to Power supply
Back Panel I/O	PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse x1HDMI Port x1VGA Port x1DVI-D Port x1LAN Port x1USB Port x4Audio Jack x3	Connects to PS/2 Keyboard / MouseConnects to HDMI cableConnect to D-SUB monitorConnect to DVI monitorConnect to RJ-45 ethernet cableConnect to USB devicesProvide Audio-In/Out and microphone connection
Board Size	244 (W) x 244 (L) mm	uATX
OS Support	Windows XP / Vista / 7	Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice

1.4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS

NOTE: HDMI / DVI-D / VGA Output require an Intel Core family processor with Intel Graphics Technology.

NOTE: Maximum resolution: HDMI: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz DVI: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz VGA: 2048 x 1536 @75Hz

NOTE: This motherboard supports Multiple VGA output, so any two of the onboard VGA, DVI-D, and HDMI ports can be connected at the same time. Please note that HDMI + DVI-D dual output only works under OS and that HDMI is not supported under DOS and BIOS setup.

Display Devices	VGA + HDMI	VGA + DVI-D	HDMI + DVI-D
Enabled	○	○	○

1.5 MOTHERBOARD LAYOUT

SYS_FAN 1
Note: represents the 1 ^t pin.

CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2.1 INSTALLING CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU)

Special Notice:

Please remove Pin Cap vertically before installing CPU so as not to touch the pin legs. When CPU is removed, please cover the Pin Cap with right direction on the empty socket.

Step 1: Pull the socket locking lever out from the socket and then raise the lever up.

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Step 2: Remove the Pin Cap.

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Motherboard Manual

Step 3: Look for the triangular cut edge on socket, and the golden dot on CPU should point forwards this triangular cut edge. The CPU will fit only in the correct orientation.

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Step 4: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then lower the lever to locked position to complete the installation.

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Step 5: Put the CPU Fan and heatsink assembly on the CPU and buckle it on the retention frame. Connect the CPU FAN power cable into the CPU_FAN1 to complete the installation.

2.2 FAN HEADERS

These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer. Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to pin#1.

CPU FAN1: CPU Fan Header

SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2: System Fan Headers

Note:

The SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 support 3-pin head connectors; the CPU_FAN1 supports 4-pin head connector. When connecting with wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to pin#2, and the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.

2.3 INSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY

A. Memory Modules

1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the Slot.

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1. Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining chip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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B. Memory Capacity

DIMM Socket Location	DDR3 Module	Total Memory Size
DDR3_A2	512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB	Max is 16GB.
DDR3_A1	512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB
DDR3_B2	512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB
DDR3_B1	512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB

C. Dual Channel Memory Installation

Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function:

Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.

Dual Channel Status	DDR3_A2	DDR3_A1	DDR3_B2	DDR3_B1
Enabled		X	O	X
Enabled		O	O	O

(O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.)

The DRAM bus width of the memory module must be the same (x8 or x16)

Note:

Memory module must be installed in DDR3-A1 or DDR3-B1 to boot the system.

2.4 CONNECTORS AND SLOTS

IDE1: Hard Disk Connector

The motherboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE Controller that provides PIO Mode 0\~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 functionality.

The IDE connector can connect a master and a slave drive, so you can connect up to two hard disk drives.

SATA1\~SATA6: Serial ATA Connectors

The motherboard has a PCI to SATA Controller with 6 channels SATA interface, it satisfies the SATA 2.0 spec and with transfer rate of 3.0Gb/s.

ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector

This connector allows user to connect 24-pin power connector on the ATX power supply.

Pin	Assignment		Pin	Assignment
13	+3.3V	1	+3.3V
14	-12V	2	+3.3V
15	Ground	3	Ground
16	PS_ON	4	+5V
17	Ground	5	Ground
18	Ground	6	+5V
19	Ground	7	Ground
20	NC	8	PW_OK
21	+5V	9	Standby Voltage+5V
22	+5V		10	+12V
23	+5V		11	+12V
24	Ground		12	+3.3V

ATXPWR2: AT X Power Source Connector

This connector provides +12V to CPU power circuit.

Note:

Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATXPWR1 and ATXPWR2 connectors have been well plugged-in.

PEX16\_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x16 Slot

• PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
• Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of 8GB/s simultaneously per direction, for an aggregate of 16GB/s totally.
• PCI-Express Gen2 supports a raw bit-rate of 5.0Gb/s on the data pins.
• 2X bandwidth over the PCI-Express 1.1 architecture.

PEX1\_1: PCI-Express Gen 2 x1 Slot

• PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
• Data transfer bandwidth up to 250MB/s per direction; 500MB/s in total.
• PCI-Express Gen2 supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5Gb/s on the data pins.

PCI1/PCI2: Peripheral Component Interconnect Slots

This motherboard is equipped with 2 standard PCI slots. PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect, and it is a bus standard for expansion cards. This PCI slot is designated as 32 bits.

CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP

3.1 HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS

The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "close", if not, that means the jumper is "open".

Pin1-2 closed

3.2 DETAIL SETTINGS

PANEL1: Front Panel Header

This 16-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and speaker connection. It allows user to connect the PC case's front panel switch functions.

Pin	Assignment			Function		Pin Assignment		Function
1	+5V	9	N/ASpeaker Connector					N/A
2	N/A			10	N/A
3	N/A			11	N/A			N/A
4	Speaker			12	Power LED (+)			Power LED
5	HDD LED (+)		Hard drive LED	13	Power LED (+)
6	HDD LED (-)			14	Power LED (-)
7	Ground		Reset button	15	Power button			Power-on button
8	Reset control			16	Ground

F\_USB1/F\_USB2/F\_USB3: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel

These headers allow user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with internal USB devices, like USB card reader.

Pin Assignment

1	+5V	(fused)
2	+5V	(fused)
3	USB-
4	USB-
5	USB+
6	USB+
7	Ground
8	Ground
9	Key
10	NC

JUSBV1/JUSBV2: Power Source Headers for USB Ports

Pin 1-2 Close:

JUSBV1: +5V for USB ports at USBKB1/RJ45USB1.

JUSBV2: +5V for USB ports at F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3.

Pin 2-3 Close:

JUSBV1: +5V STB for USB ports at USBKB1/RJ45USB1.

JUSBV2: +5V STB for USB ports at F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3.

F\_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header

This header allows user to connect the front audio output cable with the PC front panel. This header allows only HD audio front panel connector; AC'97 connector is not acceptable.

Pin Assignment

1 Mic Left in
2 Ground
3 Mic Right in
4 GPIO
5 Right line in
6 Jack Sense
7 Front Sense
8 Key
9 Left line in
10 Jack Sense

JSPDIFOUT1: Digital Audio-out Connector

This connector allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF output header.

Pin Assignment

1 +5V
2 SPDIF_OUT
3 Ground

JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header

Placing the jumper on pin2-3 allows user to restore the BIOS safe setting and the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard.

1. Remove AC power line.
2. Set the jumper to "Pin 2-3 close".
3. Wait for five seconds.
4. Set the jumper to "Pin 1-2 close".
5. Power on the AC.
6. Reset your desired password or clear the CMOS data.

J\_COM1: Serial port Connector

The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port.

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Pin	Assignment
1	Carrier	detect
2	Received	data
3	Transmitted	data
4	Data terminal ready
5	Signal	ground
6	Data	set ready
7	Request to send
8	Clear to send
9	Ring	indicator
10	NC

On-Board LED Indicators

There are 7 LED indicators on the motherboard showing system status.

LED_D1 & LED_D2: Debug Indicators

VAXG_LED1/PH1 \~ PH3 / VTT_LED1: Power Status Indicators

Please refer to the tables below for specific messages:

LED_D1	LED_D2	Message
ON	ON	Normal
ON	OFF	Memory Error
OFF	ON	VGA Error
OFF OFF Abnormal: CPU / Chipset error.

VAXG_LED1PH1~PH3VTT_LED1	Phase Indicator
ON	Phase Active
OFF	Phase Inactive

On-Board Buttons

There are 2 on-board buttons.

SW_RST1: Reset button.

SW_PWR1: Power Switch button.

J\_PRINT1: Printer Port Connector

This header allows you to connector printer on the PC.

Pin	Assignment			Pin	Assignment
1	-Strobe	14		Ground
2	-ALF	15	Data	6
3	Data	0	16	Ground
4	-Error	17	Data	7
5	Data	1	18	Ground
6	-Init	19	-ACK
7	Data	2	20	Ground
8	-Scltin	21	Busy
9	Data	3	22	Ground
10	Ground	23	PE
11	Data	4	24	Ground
12	Ground	25	SCLT
13	Data	5	26	Key

CIR1: Consumer IR Connector

This header is for infrared remote control and communication.

Pin Assignment

1 IrDA serial input
2 Ground
3 Ground
4 Key
5 IrDA serial output
6 IR Power

CHAPTER 4: T-SERIES BIOS & SOFTWARE

4.1 T-SERIES BIOS

T-Series BIOS Features

■ Overclocking Navigator Engine (O.N.E.)
■ Memory Integration Test (M.I.T., under Overclock Navigator Engine)
BIO-Flasher: Update BIOS file from USB Flash Drive or FDD
■ Self Recovery System (S.R.S)
Smart Fan Function
■ CMOS Reloading Program

!! WARNING !!

For better system performance, the BIOS firmware is being continuously updated. The BIOS information described below in this manual is for your reference only and the actual BIOS information and settings on board may be different from this manual. For further information of setting up the BIOS, please refer to the BIOS Manual in the Sectu CD.

A. Overclocking Navigator Engine (O.N.E.)

ONE provides two powerful overclocking engines: MOS and AOS for both Elite and Casual overclockers.

Manual Overclock System (M.O.S.)

MOS is designed for experienced overclock users.

It allows users to customize personal overclock settings.

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Over Clock Retry Count

This item allows you to set the overclock fail retry times.

Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Tech

This item allows you to enable SpeedStep technology for better power saving. SpeedStep is a technology built into some Intel processors that allows the clock speed of the processor to be dynamically changed by software.

CPU Ratio Setting

This item allows you to set the CPU ratio frequency. This item is adjustable only when SpeedStep Tech is set to Disabled

CPU Fre que ncy Setting

This item allows you to select the CPU Frequency.

QPI Fre que ncy

This item allows you to select the QPI Frequency.

DRAM Fre que ncy

To get better system performance, sometimes downgrading the memory frequency is necessary when CPU frequency is adjusted over the upper limit.

DRAM Timing Configuration

Enter this item for more advanced DRAM timing settings.

Clock Gen Config urat ion

Enter this item for more advanced Clock Gen settings.

Voltage Control

Enter this item for more advanced voltage settings.

Intel PPM Configuration

Enter this item for more advanced Intel PPM settings.

BIOSTAR Memory Insight

Enter this item for more advanced memory SPD information.

G.P.U Phase Control

Enter this function for more power saving settings.

NOTE

Overclock is an optional process, but not a “must-do” process; it is not recommended for inexperienced users. Therefore, we will not be responsible for any hardware damage which may be caused by overclocking. We also would no guarantee any overclocking performance.

Automatic Overclock System (A.O.S.)

For beginners in overclock field, BET had developed an easy, fast, and powerful feature to increase the system performance, named A.O.S.

Based on many tests and experiments, A.O.S. provides 3 ideal overclock configurations that are able to raise the system performance in a single step.

V6 Tech Engine

This engine will make a good over-clock performance.

Main Advanced	PCIPn P Boot	Chip set N. E	Exit
Over -Clocking Navigator Setting			Options
Noti ce: Please Clear CMOS if syste m no display after overclocking.			V6-Tech Engine
Over -Clocking Navigator [A utomate OverClo ck]			V8-Tech Engine
Auto OverClock System [V 6-Tech Engine]			V12-Tech Engine
Manual OverClock System =
Curr ent CPU Frequency :
Curr ent Memory Frequency :
Curr ent UNCORE Frequency :
Curr ent QPI Frequency :
Over Clock Retry Count [1 ]
Inte 1(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech [E nabled]
CPU Ratio Setting [x24.0]
CPU Frequency Setting [1 33]
QPI Frequency [A uto]
DRAM Frequency [A uto]
> DRAM Timing Configuration > Cl ock Gen Configuration > Vo ltage Control

V8 Tech Engine

This engine will make a better over-clock performance.

Main Adv nced PCIPn P Boot Chip set N. E Exit

Over -Clocking Navigator Setting

Noti ce:Please Clear CMOS if syste m no display after overclocking.

Over -Clocking Navigator [A utomate OverClo ck]

Auto OverClock System [V 8-Tech Engine]

Curr ent CPU Frequency :

Curr ent Memory Frequency :

Curr ent UNCORE Frequency :

Curr ent QPI Frequency :

Over Clock Retry Count [1 ]

Inte l(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech [E nabled]

CPU Ratio Setting [x24.0]

CPU Frequency Setting [1 33]

QPI Frequency [A uto]

DRAM Frequency [A uto]

> DRAM Timing Configuration

> Cl ock Gen Configuration

> Vo ltage Control

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V12 Tech Engine

This engine will make a best over-clock performance.

Main Advance d PCIPn P Boot Chipset		Exit
Over -Clocking Navigator Setting		Options
Noti ce:Please Clear CMOS if system no display after overclocking.		V6-Tech Engine
Over -Clocking Navigator	[Automate OverClo ck]	V8-Tech Engine
Auto OverClock System	[VO12-Tech Engine]	V12-Tech Engine
Manu al OverClock System
Curr ent CPU Frequency	:
Curr ent Memory Frequency	:
Curr ent UNCORE Frequency	:
Curr ent QPI Frequency	:
Over Clock Retry Count	[1]	Sele ct Screen
Inte l(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech	[Enabled]	Sele ct Item
CPU Ratio Setting	[x24.0]	EnterGo to Sub Screer
CPU Frequency Setting	[133]
QPI Frequency	[Auto]	F1 Gene ral Help
DRAM Frequency	[Auto]
> DRAM Timing Configura tion
> Cl ock Gen Configuration
> Vo ltage Control

Notices:

Not all types of Intel CPU perform above overclock setting ideally; the difference will be based on the selected CPU model.

B. Memory Integration Test (M.I.T.)

This function is under "Overclocking Navigator Engine" item.

MIT allows users to test memory compatibilities, and no extra devices or software are needed.

Step 1

The default setting under this item is "HotKey F11"; the condition parameter should be changed to "Enable" to proceed this test.

BIOS S ETUP UTILITY
Main Advanc ed PCIPnP Boot Chip set N.E Exit
Auto OverClock System [V 6-Tech Engine]		Options
-------- Manual OverClock Sys tem -----		HotKe y F11
Curr ent CPU Frequency :		Disab led
Curr ent Memory Frequency :		Enabl ed
Curr ent UNCORE Frequency :
Curr net QPI Frequency :
Over Clock Retry Count [1]
Inte l(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech [E nabled]
CPU Ratio Setting [ x24.0]
CPU Frequency Setting [1 33]
QPI Frequency [A uto]
DRAM Frequency [A uto]
> DR AM Timing Configuration		Selec t Screen
> Cl lock Gen Configuration		Selec t Item
> Vo ltage Control		Ente #o to Sub Screer
> In tel PPM Configuration		F1 Gener al Help
> BI OSTAR Memory Insight		F10 Save and Exit
> G. P.U Phase Control		ESC Exit
Inte grated Memory Test [H otKey F11]

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BIOS S ETUP UTILITY
Main Advanc ed PCIPnP Boot Chip set N.E Exit
Auto OverClock System [V 6-Tech Engine] Manual OverClock System		Options HotKe y F11 Disab led Enabl ed Select t Screen Select t Item Ente So to Sub Screer F1 Gener al Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit
Curr ent CFU Frequency :
Curr ent Memory Frequency :
Curr ent UNCORE Frequency :
Curr net QPI Frequency :
Over Clock Retry Count [1 ] Inte 1(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech [E nabled] CPU Ratio Setting [ x24.0] CPU Frequency Setting [1 33] QPI Frequency [A uto] DRAM Frequency [A uto] > DR AM Timing Configuration > Cl ock Gen Configuration > Vo ltage Control > In tel PPM Configuration > BI OSTAR Memory Insight > G. P.U Phase Control Inte grated Memory Test [E nabled]

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Step 2

Save and Exit from CMOS setup and reboot the system to activate this test.

Run this test for 5 minutes (minimum) to ensure the memory stability.

Step 3

When the process is done, change the setting back from "Enable" to "Disable" to complete the test.

C. BIO-Flasher

BIO-Flasher is a BIOS flashing utility providing you an easy and simple way to update your BIOS via USB pen drive or floppy disk.

The BIO-Flasher is built in the BIOS chip. To enter the utility, press during the Power-On Self Tests (POST) procedure while booting up.

Updating BIOS with BIO-Flasher

1. Go to the website to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
2. Then, save the BIOS file into a USB pen drive or a floppy disk.

3. Insert the USB pen drive or the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or the floppy disk drive.

4. Power on or reset the computer and then press during the POST process. A select dialog as the picture on the right appears. Select the device contains the BIOS file and press to enter the utility.

1. The utility will show the BIOS files and their respective information. Select the proper BIOS file and press then to perform the BIOS update process.

2. After the update process, the utility will ask you to reboot the system. Press to proceed. BIOS update completes.

• This utility only allows storage device with FAT32/16 format and single partition.
• Shutting down or resetting the system while updating the BIOS will lead to system boot failure.

D. Self Recovery System (S.R.S.)

This function can't be seen under BIOS setup; and is always on whenever the system starts up.

However, it can prevent system hang-up due to inappropriate overclock actions.

When the system hangs up, S.R.S. will automatically log in the default BIOS setting, and all overclock settings will be re-configured.

E. Smart Fan Function

Smart Fan Function is under "Smart Fan Configuration" in "Advanced Menu". This is a brilliant feature to control CPU/System Temperature vs. Fan speed. When enabling Smart Fan function, Fan speed is controlled automatically by CPU/System temperature.

This function will protect CPU/System from overheat problem and maintain the system temperature at a safe level.

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Smart Fan Calibration

Choose this item and then the BIOS will automatically test and detect the CPU/System fan functions and show CPU/System fan speed.

Control Mode

This item provides several operation modes of the fan.

Fan Ctrl OFF(°C)

If the CPU/System temperature is lower than the set value, the CPU/System fan will turn off. The range is from 0\~127, with an interval of 1.

Fan Ctrl On(°C)

The CPU/System fan starts to work when CPU/System temperature arrives to this set value. The range is from 0\~127, with an interval of 1.

Fan Ctrl Start Value

When CPU/System temperature arrives to the set value, the CPU/System fan will work under Smart Fan Function mode. The range is from 0\~127, with an interval of 1.

Fan Ctrl Sensitive

Increasing the value of slope PWM will raise the speed of CPU/System fan. The range is from 1\~127, with an interval of 1.

F. CMOS Reloading Program

It allows users to save different CMOS settings into BIOS-ROM.

Users are able to reload any saved CMOS setting for customizing system configurations. Moreover, users are able to save an ideal overclock setting during overclock operation.

There are 10 sets of record addresses in total, and users are able to name the CMOS data according to personal preference.

4.2 T-SERIES SOFTWARE

Installing T-Series Software

1. Insert the Setup CD to the optical drive. The drivers installation program would appear if the Auto-run function has been enabled.
2. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Launching T-Series Software

After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon showing on the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch it.

TOverclocker

TOverclocker presents a simple Windows-based system performance enhancement and manageability utility. It features several powerful and easy to use tools such as Overclocking for enhancing system performance, also for special enhancement on CPU and Memory. Smart-Fan control is for managing fan speed control of both CPU cooling fan and North-Bridge Chipset cooling fan. PC health is for monitoring system status. And pre-set OC modes are for easy OC. (The illustration is for reference only)

Motherboard Manual

CPU

The CPU tab provides information on the CPU and motherboard.

Memory

The Memory tab provides information on the memory module(s).

You can select memory module on a specific slot to see its information.

OC Tweaker

The OC Tweaker tab allows you to change system clock settings and voltages settings. It also provides six pre-set modes for you:

The HW Monitor tab allows you to monitor hardware voltage, fan speed, and temperature. Besides, you also can set related values for CPU Smart Fan.

The Memory tab provides information about manufacturer and software version. You can update new version by clicking the button "Live Update."

Green Power Utility

BIOSTAR G.P.U (Green Power Utility) is a new function. The utility enhances energy efficiency by disabling extra phases while CPU is on light loading. It integrates a friendly GUI to monitor your CPU Usage, CPU Watt, and CPU Temperature; moreover, it optimizes power saving and best power efficiency on your system. (The illustration is for reference only)

G.P.U Mode Setting

This utility provides five modes, upon your requirements, to improve system performance or to save power consumption.

Note: Even if the modes saving more power consumption are chosen, the system still can keep excellent performance.

■ Auto Phase Mode

System switches the mode automatically according to current system loading condition.

■ Performance Mode

This is the mode saving power consumption most. Least energy will be used in the system.

■ Typical Mode

Compared with that in Performance Mode, energy consumption in this mode is a little bit more.

■ Medium Mode

This is the standard system power saving mode.

■ Maxi-Energy Mode

This is the best system performance mode.

eHot-Line (Optional)

eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our Tech-Support system. This utility will collect the system information which is useful for analyzing the problem you may have encountered, and then send these information to our tech-support department to help you fix the problem.

Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application program.

After filling up this information, click "Send" to send the mail out. A warning dialog would appear asking for your confirmation; click "Send" to confirm or "Do Not Send" to cancel.

If you want to save this information to a .txt file, click "Save As..." and then you will see a saving dialog appears asking you to enter file name.

Enter the file name and then click "Save". Your system information will be saved to a .txt file.

Open the saved .txt file, you will see your system information including motherboard/BIOS/CPU/video/device/OS information. This information is also concluded in the sent mail.

We will not share customer's data with any other third parties, so please feel free to provide your system information while using eHot-Line service.

If you are not using Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application, you may need to save the system information to a .txt file and send the file to our tech support with other e-mail application. Go to the following web http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en-us/about/contact.php for getting our contact information.

BIOS Update

BIOS Update is a convenient utility which allows you to update your motherboard BIOS under Windows system. (The illustration is for reference only)

Once click on this button, the saving dialog will show. Choose the position to save file and enter file name. (We recommend that the file name should be English/number and no longer than 7 characters.) Then click Save.

Before doing this, please download the proper BIOS file from the website.

For AWARD BIOS, update BIOS procedure should be run with Clear CMOS function, so please check on Clear CMOS first.

Then click Update BIOS button, a dialog will show for asking you backup current BIOS. Click Yes for BIOS backup and refer to the Backup BIOS procedure; or click No to skip this procedure.

After the BIOS Backup procedure, the open dialog will show for requesting the BIOS file which is going to be updated. Please choose the proper BIOS file for updating, then click on Open.

The utility will update BIOS with the proper BIOS file, and this process may take minutes. Please do not open any other applications during this process.

After the BIOS Update process, click on OK to restart the system.

While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows, press key to enter BIOS setup.

In the BIOS setup, use the Load Optimized Defaults function and then Save and Exit Setup to exit BIOS setup. BIOS Update is completed.

All the information and content above about the T-Series software are subject to be changed without notice. For better performance, the software is being continuously updated. The information and pictures described above are for your reference only. The actual information and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.

BIOScreen Utility

This utility allows you to personalize your boot logo easily. You can choose JPG or BMP as your boot logo so as to customize your computer.

Please follow the following instructions to update boo logo:

1. Load Image : Choose the picture as the boot logo.
2. Transform : Transform the picture for BIOS and preview the result.
3. Update Bios : Write the picture to BIOS Memory to complete the update.

CHAPTER 5: USEFUL HELP

5.1 DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE

After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver CD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system performance.

You will see the following window after you insert the CD

The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.

Note:

If this window didn't show up after you insert the Driver CD, please use file browser to locate and execute the file SETUP.EXE under your optical drive.

A. Driver Installation

To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon. The setup guide will list the compatible driver for your motherboard and operating system. Click on each device driver to launch the installation program.

B. Software Installation

To install the software, please click on the Software icon. The setup guide will list the software available for your system, click on each software title to launch the installation program.

C. Manual

Aside from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver CD. Click on the Manual icon to browse for available manual.

Note:

You will need Acrobat Reader to open the manual file. Please download the latest version of Acrobat Reader software from http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html

5.2 EXTRA INFORMATION

CPU Overheated

If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds, that means the CPU protection function has been activated.

When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not power on again.

In this case, please double check:

1. The CPU cooler surface is placed evenly with the CPU surface.
2. CPU fan is rotated normally.
3. CPU fan speed is fulfilling with the CPU speed.

After confirmed, please follow steps below to relief the CPU protection function.

1. Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds.
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system.

Or you can:

1. Clear the CMOS data.
   (See "Close CMOS Header: JCMOS1" section)
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Power on the system again.

5.3 AMI BIOS BEEP CODE

Boot Block Beep Codes

Number of Beeps	Description
1 No media present. (Insert diskette in floppy drive A:)
2	“AMIBOOT.ROM” file not found in root directory of diskette in A:
3 Insert next diskette if multiple diskettes are used for recovery
4 Flash Programming successful
5 File read error
7 No Flash EPROM detected
10 Flash Erase error
11 Flash Program error
12 “AMIBOOT.ROM” file size error
13	BIOS ROM image mismatch (file layout does not match image present in flash device)

POST BIOS Beep Codes

Number of Beeps	Description
1 Memory	refresh timer error
3 Base memory	read/write test error
6 Keyboard controller BAT command failed
7 General exception error (processor exception interrupt error)
8 Display memory error (system video adapter)

Troubleshooting POST BIOS Beep Codes

Number of Beeps	Troubleshooting Action
1, 3 Reseat	the memory, or replace with known good modules.
6, 7	Fatal error indicating a serious problem with the system. Consult your system manufacturer. Before declaring the motherboard beyond all hope, eliminate the possibility of interference by a malfunctioning add-in card. Remove all expansion cards except the video adapter.If beep codes are generated when all other expansion cards are absent, consult your system manufacturer's technical support.If beep codes are not generated when all other expansion cards are absent, one of the add-in cards is causing the malfunction. Insert the cards back into the system one at a time until the problem happens again. This will reveal the malfunctioning card.
8	If the system video adapter is an add-in card, replace or reseat the video adapter. If the video adapter is an integrated part of the system board, the board may be faulty.

5.4 TROUBLESHOOTING

Probable	Solution
1. There is no power in the system.Power LED does not shine; the fan of the power supply does not work2. Indicator light on keyboard does not shine.	1. Make sure power cable is securely plugged in.2. Replace cable.3. Contact technical support.
System is inoperative. Keyboard lights are on, power indicator lights are lit, and hard drives are running.	Using even pressure on both ends of the DIMM, press down firmly until the module snaps into place.
System does not boot from a hard disk drive, but can be booted from optical drive.	1. Check cable running from disk to disk controller board. Make sure both ends are securely plugged in; check the drive type in the standard CMOS setup.2. Backing up the hard drive is extremely important. All hard disks are capable of breaking down at any time.
System only boots from an optical drive. Hard disks can be read, applications can be used, but system fails to boot from a hard disk.	1. Back up data and applications files.2. Reformat the hard drive.Re-install applications and data using backup disks.
Screen message shows “Invalid Configuration” or “CMOS Failure.”	Review system’s equipment. Make sure correct information is in setup.
System cannot boot after user installs a second hard drive.	1. Set master/slave jumpers correctly.2. Run SETUP program and select correct drive types. Call the drive manufacturers for compatibility with other drives.

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APPENDIX: SPEC IN OTHER LANGUAGES

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