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CONTENTS
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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Copyright Notice
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Revision History
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Safety Instructions
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iv
Technical Support
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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
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
Example of CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
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2-3
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix
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2-3
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 478
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2-5
Installing the CPU Fan
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2-5
Memory
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2-7
Introduction to DDR SDRAM
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2-7
DDR Population Rules
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2-7
Dual-channel DDR Introduction
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2-8
Installing DDR Modules
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2-8
Power Supply
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2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: ATX1
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2-9
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1
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2-9
Back Panel
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2-10
Mouse Connector
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2-10
Keyboard Connector
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2-10
Serial Port Connector: COM A
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2-11
USB Connectors
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2-11
SPDIF-out Port Connector
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2-11
RJ-45 LAN Jack: 10/100 LAN (8100C) /Giga-bit LAN (8110S)
(Optional)
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2-12
Audio Port Connectors
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2-12
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1
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2-13
Connectors
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2-14
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
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2-14
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1
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2-14