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CONTENTS
Chapter 1.
Introduction
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1-1
Mainboard Specification
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1-2
Mainboard Layout
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1-4
Quick Components Guide
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1-6
MSI Special Features
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1-7
PC Alert™ III
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1-7
Fuzzy Logic™ III
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1-8
D-LED™ & D-Bracket™
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1-9
Chapter 2.
Hardware Setup
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2-1
Central Processing Unit: CPU
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2-2
CPU Installation Procedures
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2-3
Thermal Issue for CPU
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2-4
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
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2-5
CPU Clock Frequency Selection: JFSB1
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2-5
Recommended Computer Case and Axial Fans
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2-6
Memory Installation
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2-7
DDR Module Combination
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2-8
DDR Module Installation Procedures
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2-9
Power Supply
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2-10
ATX 20-Pin Power Supply: JPWR1
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2-10
ATX 12V Power Connector: J4
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2-11
Back Panel
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2-12
Mouse Connector: JKBMS1
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2-12
Keyboard Connector: JKBMS1
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2-13
Serial Port Connector: COM A & COM B
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2-13
LAN Connector
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2-14
USB Connectors
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2-14
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1
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2-15