Before You Begin…
Parts NOT in the Kit
This kit contains all the hardware necessary to install and connect your new EVGA
e-7050/610i GPU motherboard with integrated GeForce graphics processing. However, it
does not contain the following items that must be purchased separately to make the
motherboard fully functional.
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Intel microprocessor:
Cooling fan and heat sink for the microprocessor
System memory support
Hard Disk Drive(s)
Operating System
Power Supply
Graphics Card
EVGA assumes you have purchased all necessary parts needed to allow for proper system
functionality.
Motherboard Specifications
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Size
mATX form factor.
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Microprocessor support
Intel Core 2 Extreme, Intel Core 2 Quad, Intel Core 2 Duo, Pentium EE, Pentium, and
Celeron. (The e-7050/610i supports up to 1066MHz FSB CPU’s)
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Operating systems
Supports Windows XP and Windows Vista.
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Contains an NVIDIA nForce MCP and integrated GeForce graphics
System Memory
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Single-channel DDR2 667/533
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Supports up to 4 GB DDR2 memory (2GB x 2)
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USB 2.0 Ports
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Supports hot plug
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Up to eight (4 onboard) USB 2.0 ports
Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480Mbps transmission rate
Hardware Installation
This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this
section are:
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Preparing the motherboard
Installing the CPU
Installing the CPU fan
Installing the memory
Installing the motherboard
Connecting cables and setting switches
Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follows basic safety
precautions.
Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main
source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis.
EVGA nForce Motherboard
The EVGA nForce motherboard with the 600 series MCP processor is a PCI Express
motherboard with an onboard GeForce graphics card. Figure 1 shows the 7150/630i
motherboard and Figures 2 shows the back panel connectors.
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1. CPU Socket
10. USB 2.0 Header
19. Clear CMOS Jumper
2. NVIDIA MCP with Passive Cooling
3. 4-Pin CPU Fan Connector
4. DDR2 DIMM Memory Slots
5. FDD Connector
11. Front Panel Audio Header
12. PCI Slots
13. PCI-E x1 Slot
14. PCI-E x16 Slot
6. 24-Pin ATX Power Connector
7. IDE HDD Connector
15. Back Panel Connectors
16. 4-Pin CPU Power Connector
17. 3-Pin System Fan Connector
18. Motherboard CMOS Battery
8. SATA Ports
9. Front Panel Header
Figure 1. e-7010/610i Motherboard Layout
Note: Actual motherboard may vary from pictures
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1. PS/2 Keyboard Port
2. LAN Port with LEDs to indicate status:
Activity LED
Status
Speed/Link LED Status
Description
Description
Off
No data transmission
Data transmission
Green
Off
100 Mbps data rate
10 Mbps data rate
Blinking (Green)
3. PS/2 Mouse Port
4. e-7050 Integrated Graphics VGA Output
5. USB 2.0 ports (Four)
6. Audio Port
Green
2-Channel
Line-Out
Mic In
6-Channel
Front Speaker Out
Mic In
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Orange
Center/Subwoofer
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Rear Speaker Out
Grey
Figure 1. Chassis Back Panel Connectors
Preparing the Motherboard
Installing the CPU
Be very careful when handling the CPU. Hold the processor only by the edges
and do not touch the bottom of the processor.
Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard.
1. Unhook the socket lever by pushing down and away from the socket.
2. Lift the load plate. There is a protective socket cover on the load plate to
protect the socket when there is no CPU installed.
3. Remove the protective socket cover from the load plate.
4. Remove the processor from its protective cover, making sure you hold it
only by the edges.
It is a good idea to save the cover so that whenever you remove the CPU,
you have a safe place to store it.
5. Align the notches in the processor with the notches on the socket.
6. Lower the processor straight down into the socket with out tilting or sliding
it into the socket
Note: Make sure the CPU is fully seated and level in the socket.
Align notches with
notches on the CPU
7. Close the load plate over the CPU and press down while you close and engage
the socket lever.
Installing the CPU heat sink/fan
There are many different heat sink types that can be used with this motherboard. Follow the
instruction that came with your fan assembly. Be sure that the fan orientation is correct for
your chassis type and your fan assembly.
Installing System Memory (DIMMs)
Your new motherboard has two 1.8V 240-pin slots for DDR2 memory. These slots support
256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB DDR2 technologies. There must be at least one memory
bank populated to ensure normal operation.
*Any of the two DIMM slots may be used as primary if only using one memory module.
1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward.
2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the
DIMM slot. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot automatically lock the
DIMM into the connector.
Installing the Motherboard
The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis you are
using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty chassis.
Determine if it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the
motherboard and then make all the connections.
Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure the motherboard into the
chassis.
Note: Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the chassis covers to lock
into place and for the expansion cards. Also make sure the CPU Fan assembly is aligned
with the vents on the covers.
Installing the I/O Shield
The motherboard kit comes with an I/O shield that is used to block radio frequency
transmissions, protects internal components from dust, foreign objects, and promotes
correct airflow within the chassis.
Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of the chassis. Press
the I/O shield into place and make sure it fits securely. If the I/O shield does not fit into
the chassis, you would need to obtain the proper size from the chassis supplier.
Securing the Motherboard into a System Case
Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the
motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are
studs that do not align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended that
you remove that stud to prevent the possibility of a short circuit.
1. Carefully place the motherboard onto the studs/spacers located inside the chassis.
2. Align the mounting holes with the studs/spacers.
3. Align the connectors to the I/O shield.
4. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan
assembly instruction.
5. Secure the motherboard with a minimum of six screws.
Power Connections
This motherboard requires an ATX power supply. Make sure your power supply can
provide enough wattage to power all the components you will be installing.
24-pin ATX Power (PWR1)
PWR1 is the main power supply connector located along the edge of the board next to the
DIMM slots. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly aligned with the
connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and
make sure it is secure.
PWR1 connector
Plug power cable
from system power
supply to PWR1
8-pin ATX 12V Power (PWR2)
PWR2, the 4-Pin ATX 12V power connection, is used to provide power to the CPU. Align
the pins to the connector and press firmly until seated. The connection is notched and will
only fit in one way.
FDD Connector
The motherboard supports a standard 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44m, and a 2.88M floppy disk
drive (FDD).
Connecting IDE Hard Disk Drives
The IDE connector supports Ultra ATA
133/100/66 IDE hard disk drives.
Connect the cable end with a single connector to the
motherboard.
If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second
drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to
the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
Connecting Serial ATA Cables
The Serial ATA II connector is used to connect the Serial
ATA II device to the motherboard. These connectors support
the thin Serial ATA II cables for primary storage devices. The
current Serial ATA II interface allows up to 300MB/s data
transfer rate.
There are four serial ATA connectors on the motherboard. These
connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1.
Connecting Internal Headers
Please refer to #9 of in the table of Figure 1. e-7010/610i Motherboard
Layout for the location of the Front Panel Headers.
Front Panel Header
The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to
connect the following four cables:
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PWRLED
Attach the front panel power LED cable to the PWR LED connector. The Power LED
indicates the system’s status.
PWRSW
Attach the power button cable from the case to these two pins. Pressing the powerbutton
on the front panel turns the system on off rather than using the power supply button.
HD_LED
Attach the hard disk drive indicator LED cable to these two pins. The HDD indicator
LED indicates the activity status of the hard disks.
RESET
Attach the Reset switch cable from the front panel of the case to these two pins. The
system restarts when the RESET switch is pressed.
Note: Some chassis do not have all four cables. Be sure to match
the name on the connectors to the corresponding pins.
USB Headers
The motherboard contains 10-pin internal USB header connector(s).
These can be used for a front panel USB connection or USB bracket.
Audio
The audio connector supports the HD audio standard. Most cases come with a 10 pin
standard block which will align and plug directly in to the header. In some cases there will
be individual plugs which will need to be plugged in.
Table 1.
Front Audio Connector
Connector
Pin Signal
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PORT1_L - Analog Port 1 - left channel (Microphone)
Front Audio Connector
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AUD_GND - Ground
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PORT1_R – Analog Port 1 – right channel (Microphone)
PRESENCE# - Active signal that indicates FP audio is present
PORT2_R – Analog Port 2 - right channel (Headphone)
SENSE1_RETURN – Jack detection return for front panel (Jack1)
SENSE_SEND – Jack detection sense line
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PORT2_L – Analog port 2 – left channel (Headphone)
SENSE2_RETURN – Jack detection return for front panel (Jack2)
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Fan Connections
There are two types fan connections, the system fan and the CPU fan. The fan speed can be
detected and viewed in the PC Health Status section of the CMOS Setup. Both fans are
automatically turned off after the system enters S3, S4 and S5 mode.
CPU Fan Connector
Note that the CPU fan cable can be
either a 3-pin or a 4-pin connector.
Connect a 3-pin connector to pins 1, 2,
and 3 on the motherboard connector.
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GND SENSE
PWR CONTROL
Expansion Slots
The EVGA nForce motherboard contains four expansion slots, two PCI Express slots and
two PCI slots.
PCI Slots
The two PCI slots support many expansion cards such as a LAN card, USB card, SCSI card
and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. When installing a card into the PCI
slot, be sure that it is fully seated. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel
with the screw used to hold the blank cover.
PCI Express x1 Slot
There is one PCI Express x1 slot that is designed to accommodate less bandwidth-intensive
cards, such as a modem or LAN card. The x1 slot provides 250 MB/sec bandwidth.
PCI Express x16 Slot
The PCI Express x16 slot is reserved for a graphics card. The bandwidth of the x16 slot is
up to 4GB/sec (8GB/sec concurrent). When installing a PCI Express x16 card, be sure the
retention clip snaps and locks the card into place. If the card is not seated properly, it could
cause a short across the pins. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with
the screw used to hold the blank cover.
Install your Operating System
Boot up your machine, setup any hardware configurations within the BIOS setup if needed.
Boot from your OS disk. Once your operating system is installed use the provided driver
disk to install the appropriate drivers.
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