MX945GM2
Intel® 945GME µFC-PGA 478 Core™ 2 Duo / Core™ Duo /
Core™ 2 Solo / Core™ Solo mobile CPU Mini ITX Main
Board
User‘s Manual
Ver. 1.00
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Contents
1.8
Connectors..............................................................................................................33
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors.................................................................................................................. 33
1.8.2 ATX Power Connector (ATX_PWR1)............................................................................................. 35
1.8.3 USB 2.0 Connector (CN4, CN5) .................................................................................................... 36
1.8.4 Serial Port 2 Connector (CN6) ....................................................................................................... 37
1.8.5 Serial Port 3 Connector (CN7) ....................................................................................................... 37
1.8.6 Serial Port 4 Connector (CN8) ....................................................................................................... 38
1.8.7 Front Panel Audio Connector (CN16) ............................................................................................ 38
1.8.8 Case Open Connector (CN19)....................................................................................................... 39
1.8.9 CPU Fan Connector (C_FAN1)...................................................................................................... 39
1.8.10
1.8.11
1.8.12
1.8.13
1.8.14
1.8.15
1.8.16
1.8.17
1.8.18
1.8.19
1.8.20
1.8.21
1.8.22
System Panel Connector (F_PANEL1)...................................................................................... 40
Primary IDE Connector (IDE1)................................................................................................... 41
IrDA Connector (IR_CON1) ....................................................................................................... 41
Amplifier Connector (JAMP1) .................................................................................................... 42
Optical Drive Audio Connector (JCD1)...................................................................................... 42
LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1)............................................................................................... 43
Digital I/O Connector (JGPIO1) ................................................................................................. 44
Digital I/O Connector (JGPIO2) ................................................................................................. 44
LVDS Connector (JLVDS1) ....................................................................................................... 45
Serial ATA Connector [Black] (SA1, SA2) ................................................................................. 45
SM Bus Connector (SM_BUS1)................................................................................................. 46
Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1) ................................................................................... 46
Chassis Fan Connector (S_FAN1) ............................................................................................ 47
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Safety Information
Electrical safety
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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
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When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are
not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local
power company.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
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Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
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Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
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Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try
the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the Advansus website for FAQ,
technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information:
Conventions Used in This Guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
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Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials
have been shipped:
V
V
1 x i945GME Mini ITX Main board
1 x CD-ROM contains the followings:
Ё User’s manual (this manual in PDF file)
Ё Drivers
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V
V
V
2 x COM cable
1 x IDE HDD cable (40-pin, pitch 2.54mm)
2 x SATA cable kit (SATA/Power)
1 x Startup Manual
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your
retailer.
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Date
Revision History
Revision
Revision History
V 1.0
First release for PCB 1.00
January 10, 2008
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Specifications Summary
Supports Intel µFC-PGA 478 Core 2 Duo / Core Duo / Core 2 Solo /
CPU
Core Solo mobile CPU with 65nm process technology
Intel 82945GME Express Chipset
Chipset
Memory
Two 240-pin DIMMs up to 4GB Dual Channel DDR2 533/667
SDRAM
Graphic
Panel
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Dual 18/24*-bit LVDS
Features
Realtek ALC888 Audio Code
Audio
LAN
5.1 CH. with Two independent audio stream
Dual Marvell 88E8053 Gigabit LAN Controller
Expansion 1 x PCI-E X16, 1 x PCI, 1 x Mini PCI, 1 x Type I/II CF
I/O
4 x COM, 8 x USB 2.0, 2 x SATA, 1 x 8-bit Digital I/O
System
CPU
Supports Intel µFC-PGA 478 Core 2 Duo / Core Duo / Core Solo CPU with 65nm
process technology
FSB
533/667 MHz
BIOS
Award 8 Mb Flash ROM BIOS
System Chipset
I/O Chipset
Intel 82945GME GMCH/82801GM ICH7-M DH
Winbond W83627EHG-A
Two 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4 GB Dual Channel DDR2 533/667
SDRAM
Memory
SSD
One CompactFlash Type I/II socket
Reset: 1 sec.~255 min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
Monitoring CPU temperature, voltage, and cooling fan status. Auto throttling
control when CPU overheats
Watchdog Timer
H/W Status Monitor
Expansion Slots
S3
One PCI Express X16, One PCI slot (PCI Rev. 2.2 compliant), One Mini PCI
S3 Support
Smart Fan Control
Yes
I/O
1 x EIDE (Ultra DMA 100), 4 x RS-232, 2 x SATA, 1 x K/B, 1 x Mouse (COM1,
COM2 with power output)
MIO
IrDA
USB
DIO
115k bps, IrDA connector (1.0 compliant)
8 x USB 2.0 ports
8-bit General Purpose I/O for DI and DO (Smbus)
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Specifications Summary
Display
Chipset
Intel® 82945GME GMCH integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Display Memory
Resolution
Dual Display
LVDS
Intel® DVMT 3.0 supports 224 MB video memory
2048 x 1536 @ 32 bpp (85 Hz)
CRT + LVDS
Intel® 945GME Dual 18-bit/24-bit LVDS
Through ADD2 LVDS Card
2nd LVDS
DVI / Onboard DVI
Chips
Through ADD2 DVI Card
Through ADD2 VGA Card
Secondary VGA
Audio
AC97 Codec
Realtek ALC888 supports 5.1-CH with two independent audio stream
Mic. in, Line in, CD Audio in, Line out
Audio Interface
Ethernet
LAN1
LAN2
Marvell 88E8053 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
Marvell 88E8053 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
Back I/O Port
1 x PS/2 Keyboard
1 x PS/2 Mouse
1 x RS-232 Serial Port
1 x VGA port
Back Panel
2 x LAN RJ45 port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1
5.1 CH Audio I/O (3 jacks)
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Specifications Summary
Internal I/O Connector
2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports
1 x 20-pin ATX Power connector
1 x 40-pin IDE connector for two devices
3 x COM connector
2 x SATA connectors
1 x System panel connector
Internal I/O
1 x CD-In connector
1 x SPDIF out connector
1 x SMbus management connector
1 x LVDS connector
1 x CPU Fan connector
2 x 6pin connector support 8Bit GPIO via SMbus PCA9554 Controller (Optional)
Mechanical & Environmental
Power Type
ATX
Operating Temperature 0~60°C (32~140°F)
Operating Humidity
Size (L x W)
Weight
0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
6.69" x 6.69" (170 mm x 170 mm)
0.88 lbs (0.4 Kg)
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Block Diagram
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This chapter describes the main board
features and the new technologies
it supports.
Product
ꢀ
introduction
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Production Introduction
1.1 Before you Proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or
change any motherboard settings.
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Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a
metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on
them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from
the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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1.2 Motherboard Overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that
the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the
motherboard.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.2.1
Placement Direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.
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1.2.2
Screw Holes
Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the
motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear of the
chassis
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
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1.3.1
Slots
Layout Content List
Label
Function
Compact Flash Connector
240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot
240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot
Mini PCI Slot
Note
Page
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
CF1
(Rear side)
DIMM1
DIMM2
MINI_PCI1
PCIEX16
PCI1
PCI Express X16 Slot
PCI Slot
Jumpers
Label
J4
Function
Note
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
Page
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Clear CMOS
J6
Watchdog Timer Output Select 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
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J7
AT/ATX Power Select
LVDS Extended Setting
COM1, COM2 RI/+5V/+12V
Selection
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
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J14
32
JP14, JP15
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Rear Panel Connector
Label
Function
Note
6-pin Mini-Din
Page
33,34
33,34
CN10
CN1
PS/2 keyboard and mouse
Serial port connector
VGA connector
D-sub 9-pin, male
D-sub 15-pin, female
CN3
RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1
USB connector x 2
33,34
33,34
34
CN2
RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1
USB connector x 2
AUDIO1
Line-in port, Line-out port,
Microphone port,
5.1 Channel Audio I/O (3 jacks)
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Internal Connector
Label
Function
Note
10 x 2 header
Page
ATX_PWR1
CN4
ATX Power Connector
USB 2.0 Connector
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5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
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36
37
37
38
38
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CN5
USB 2.0 Connector
CN6
Serial Port 2 Connector
Serial Port 3 Connector
Serial Port 4 Connector
Front Panel Audio Connector
Case Open and Speaker Out
Connector
CN7
CN8
CN16
CN19
C_FAN1
F_PANEL1
IDE1
CPU Fan Connector
System Panel Connector
Primary IDE Connector
IrDA Connector
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
20 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
5 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
5 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
HIROSE DF13S-40DP-1.25V
7-pin header
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40
41
41
42
43
42
44
44
45
45
46
46
47
IR_CON1
JAMP1
Amplifier connector
JBKL1
LCD Inverter Connector
Optical Drive Audio Connector
Digital I/O Connector
Digital I/O Connector
LVDS connector
JCD1
JGPIO1
JGPIO2
JLVDS1
SA1, SA2
SM_BUS1
SPDIF_OUT1
S_FAN1
Serial ATA connectors [Black]
SM Bus Connector
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
Digital Audio connector
Chassis Fan Connector
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1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount 478-pin socket designed for the Intel® Core
2 Duo / Core Duo / Core 2 Solo / Core Solo CPU with 65nm process.
Take one of the marked corner (with gold
triangle) on the CPU. This mark should
match a specific corner on the socket to
ensure correct installation.
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Make sure the AC power is off before you install the CPU.
If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the CPU fan cable to the
C_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.
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Your boxed Intel® socket 478P Core Duo / Core Solo / Core 2
Duo CPU with 65nm process package should come with
installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention
mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the
CPU documentation, follow the latter.
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap
is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact
your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see
any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components. Your place of purchase or local distributor will
shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is
shipment/transit-related.
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Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Your place of
purchase or local distributor will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with
the cap on the socket.
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The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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1.4.1
Installing the CPU
1. Locate the CPU socket on the
motherboard.
Before installing the CPU,
make sure that the socket
box is facing towards you.
2. The processor socket comes with a
screw to secure the processor, please
unlock the screw first.
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3. Position the CPU above the socket and
the gold triangular mark on the CPU
must align with pin 1 of the CPU socket.
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket
until it fits in place ‘Gold mark’.
5. Turn the screw to the lock position.
The CPU fits in only one
correct orientation. DO
NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent
bending the connectors
on the socket and
damaging the CPU.
After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the
motherboard.
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1.4.2
Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan
The Intel® socket 478P Core Duo / Core Solo / Core 2 Duo CPU processor requires a
specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and
performance.
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Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU
fan and heatsink assembly.
When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes
the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel®̂certified
multîdirectional heatsink and fan.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the
CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan
assembly.
1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed
CPU, making sure that the four fasteners
match the holes on the motherboard.
Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the
CPU fan connector.
Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove
directed outward.
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2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a
diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink
and fan assembly in place.
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labelled
C_FAN1.
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Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the
motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can
occur if you fail to plug this connector.
These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
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1.4.3
Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the
connector on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal
sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan
assembly from the motherboard
4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan
assembly from the motherboard.
Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan
package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.!
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1.5 System Memory
1.5.1
DIMM Sockets Location
The motherboard comes with four 240-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory
Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin
footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to
prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The following figure illustrates the location of
the sockets:
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1.5.2
Memory Configurations
You can install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1GB and 2GB DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs into the
SODIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
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Installing DDR2 DIMM other than the recommended
configurations may cause memory sizing error or system boot
failure. Use any of the recommended configurations.
For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory
module(s) installed per channel must be the same (DIMM1 =
DIMM2).
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor.
Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less
than 1 GB system memory when you installed one 1 GB DDR2
memory modules.
This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules.
Make sure that the memory frequency matches the CPU FSB
(Front Side Bus). Refer to the Memory frequency/CPU FSB
synchronization table.
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Recommended memory configuration
Channel
Channel A
Channel B
Socket
DIMM1
DIMM2
Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization
CPU FSB
533/667MHz
DDR2 DIMM Type
DDR2 533
Memory Frequency
Max clock Freq:
266MHZ; 533Mb/s
Max clock Freq:
DDR2 667
333MHZ; 667Mb/s
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1.5.3
Installing a DDR2 DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause
severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the
retaining clips outward
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the
notch on the DIMM matches the break on
the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until
the retaining clips snap back in place and
the DIMM.
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ò
A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging
the DIMM.
The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT
install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM socket.
1.5.4
Removing a DDR2 DIMM
1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips
outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
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1.6 Expansion Slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub̂sections describe
the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.6.1
Installing an Expansion Card
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and
make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later
use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely
seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
1.6.2
Configuring an Expansion Card
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card if needed. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
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1.6.3
Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ Priority
Standard Function
0
1
1
2
System Timer
Keyboard Controller
2
-
Redirect to IRQ#9
3
11
12
13
14
15
3
IRQ holder for PCI streering*
Communications Port (COM1)*
IRQ holder for PCI streering*
Floppy Disk Controller
4
5
6
7
Printer Port (LPT)*
8
System CMOS/Rear Time
IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
Numeric Data Processor
Primary IDE Channel
9
4
10
11
12
13
14
15
5
6
7
8
9
10
Secondary IDE Channel
* There IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI device.
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1.6.4
PCI Slots
MX945GM2 has one PCI slots. The PCI slots
support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card,
USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI
specifications. The figure shows a LAN card
installed on a PCI slot.
1.6.5
PCI Express X16 Slot
This motherboard supports one PCI Express
x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI
Express specifications. The following figure
shows a graphics card installed on the PCI
Express x16 slot.
1.6.6
Mini PCI
This motherboard supports one Mini PCI slot.
The Mini PCI was developed specifically for
integrated communications peripherals such as
modems and Network Interface Card.
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1.7 Jumpers
1.7.1
Clear CMOS (J4)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear
the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC
RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for
about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
4. Re-install the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter
data.
Except when clearing the CMOS, never remove the cap on CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot
failure!
Normal (Default)
Clear CMOS
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1.7.2
Watchdog Timer Output Select (J6)
Enable
Disable
1.7.3
AT/ATX Power Select (J7)
ATX *
AT
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LVDS Extended Setting (J14)
Enable *
Disable
1.7.5
COM1, COM2 RI/+5V/+12v Selection (JP14, JP15)
+12V *
Ring
+5V
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1.8 Connectors
1.8.1
Rear Panel Connectors
No
1
Label
CN10
Function
PS/2 mouse connector
Description
The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is
for a PS/2 mouse.
2
CN1
Serial port connector
LAN (RJ-45) connector
D-sub 9-pin, male
3, 4 CN3, CN2
This port allows Gigabit connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a
network hub. Refer to the table below for
the LAN port LED indications. The optional
10/100 Mbps LAN controller allows 10/100
Mbps connection to a Local Area Network
(LAN) through a network hub.
ACT / LINK LED
SPEED LED
Status Description
Status
OFF
ORANGE
Blinking Data activity GREEN
Description
10Mbps connection
100Mbps connection
1Gbps connection
OFF
No link
Orange Linked
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No
Label
Function
Description
5
AUDIO1
Line-In port (Light Blue).
This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or
other audio sources.
6
AUDIO1
Line-Out port (Lime)
This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel
configuration, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.
7
8
AUDIO1
CN2
Microphone port (Pink)
USB 2.0 connector
This port connects a microphone.
These four 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
9
CN3
USB 2.0 connector
These four 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
10
11
CN1
VGA port
This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
CN10
PS/2 KB connector
This port is for a PS/2 keyboard
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1.8.2
ATX Power Connector (ATX_PWR1)
This connector is for an ATX Micro-Fit power supply. The plugs from the power supply are
designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and
push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
Important notes on the Motherboard Power Requirements
ò
Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on
the +12V lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead
(+5VSB). The minimum recommended wattage is 230W, or
300W for a fully configured system. The system can become
unstable and might experience difficulty powering up if the power
supply is inadequate.
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You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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1.8.3
USB 2.0 Connector (CN4, CN5)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of
these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system
chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480
Mbps connection speed.
CN4
CN5
CN5
CN4
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB module is purchased separately.
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1.8.4
Serial Port 2 Connector (CN6)
1.8.5
Serial Port 3 Connector (CN7)
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Serial Port 4 Connector (CN8)
1.8.7
Front Panel Audio Connector (CN16)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either
HD Audio or legacy AC ‘97 (optional) audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel
audio I/O module cable to this connector.
For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s higĥdefinition audio
capability.
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1.8.8
Case Open and Speaker Out Connector (CN19)
1.8.9
CPU Fan Connector (C_FAN1)
ò
ò
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the
motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can
occur if you fail to plug this connector.
These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
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1.8.10 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL1)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
ò
ò
System Power LED (2-pin PWRLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED
cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system
power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
ATX Power Button/Soft-off Button (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the
system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings.
Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the
system OFF.
ò
ò
Hard Disk Drive Activity LED (2-pin HDLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable
to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
Reset Button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
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1.8.11 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1)
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Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE cable to Pin
1.
1.8.12 IrDA Connector (IR_CON1)
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Signal Description
Signal
IRRX
IRTX
Signal Description
Infrared Receiver Input
Infrared Transmitter Output
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1.8.13 Amplifier Connector (JAMP1)
1.8.14 Optical Drive Audio Connector (JCD1)
This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio connector at the back
of the optical drive
Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this
connector.
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1.8.15 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1)
ò
Signal Description
Signal
Signal Description
VR
For inverter with adjustable Backlight
function, it is possible to control the LCD
brightness through the VR signal.
Vadj=0.75V ~ 4.25V
(Recommended: 4.7Kꢀ, > 1/16W)
LCD backlight ON/OFF control signal
ENBKL
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1.8.16 Digital I/O Connector (JGPIO1)
1.8.17 Digital I/O Connector (JGPIO2)
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1.8.18 LVDS Connector (JLVDS1)
1.8.19 Serial ATA Connector [Black] (SA1, SA2)
SA1
SA2
SA2
SA1
ò
ò
Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA.
When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the
primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 connector.
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1.8.20 SM Bus Connector (SM_BUS1)
1.8.21 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect
the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the
back of the system chassis.
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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1.8.22 Chassis Fan Connector (S_FAN1)
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