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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
MSI Special Features
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1-5
Fuzzy Logic™ 4
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1-5
Live BIOS™/Live Driver™
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1-7
Live Monitor™
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1-7
D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional)
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1-8
PC Alert™ 4
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1-10
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
CPU Installation Procedures
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2-3
Memory
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2-5
Installing DDR Modules
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2-5
Power Supply
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2-6
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1
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2-6
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1
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2-6
Back Panel
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2-7
Connectors
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2-8
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
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2-8
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2
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2-8
Fan Power Connectors: CFAN1/SFAN1
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2-9
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: J3
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2-9
CD-In Connector: J10
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2-9
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2
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2-10
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1
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2-11
Front USB Connectors: JUSB2/JUSB3
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2-12