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CONTENTS
Chapter 1. Getting Started
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1-1
Mainboard Specifications
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1-2
Mainboard Layout
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1-4
Packing Contents
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1-5
MSI Special Feature
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1-6
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
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2-1
Quick Components Guide
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2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU
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2-3
Introduction to LGA 775 CPU
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2-3
CPU & Cooler Installation
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2-4
Memory
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2-7
Introduction to DDR2 SDRAM
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2-7
Installing DDR2 Modules
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2-7
Power Supply
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2-8
ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: CONN1
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2-8
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW2
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2-8
Back Panel
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2-9
Mouse/Keyboard Connector
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2-9
VGA Connector
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2-9
Serial Port Connector
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2-10
LAN (RJ-45) Jack (optional)
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2-10
USB Connectors
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2-10
Audio Port Connectors
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2-11
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1
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2-12
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
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2-13
Fan Power Connectors: CPU_FAN1/ SYS_FAN1
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2-13
Connectors
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2-13
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1, IDE2
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2-14
Serial Port Header: COM2
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2-14
Serial ATA: SATA1,SATA2
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2-15
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1
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2-16
CD-In, AUX_In Connector: CD_IN1
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2-16
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUDIO1
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2-17
Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2
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2-18
IEEE 1394 Connectors (optional): 1394_J2/ 1394_J3
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2-19
Jumpers
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2-20
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT2
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2-20