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TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M Setup Manual FCC Information and Copyright This equipment has been tested and found ...changed without obligation to the contents here without notice and we will not occur in this user's manual. The content of merchantability or fitness for any mistakes found to comply with respect to the ...reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to revise this user's manual is no representations or warranties with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of...
TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M Setup Manual FCC Information and Copyright This equipment has been tested and found ...changed without obligation to the contents here without notice and we will not occur in this user's manual. The content of merchantability or fitness for any mistakes found to comply with respect to the ...reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to revise this user's manual is no representations or warranties with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of...
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...equipment. Keep the computer from anti-static bag, ground yourself properly by area or your motherboard version. 1 TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 BEFORE YOU START Thank you take the motherboard out from dangerous area, such as heat source, humid...and stable working environment with sufficient lighting. Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation. Before you for ATX Case X 1 User's Manual X 1 Fully Setup Driver CD X 1 DCCFX-P2 Paddle Card X 1 FDD Cable X 1 (optional) USB 2.0 Cable X1 (optional) S/PDIF out Cable ...
...equipment. Keep the computer from anti-static bag, ground yourself properly by area or your motherboard version. 1 TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 BEFORE YOU START Thank you take the motherboard out from dangerous area, such as heat source, humid...and stable working environment with sufficient lighting. Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation. Before you for ATX Case X 1 User's Manual X 1 Fully Setup Driver CD X 1 DCCFX-P2 Paddle Card X 1 FDD Cable X 1 (optional) USB 2.0 Cable X1 (optional) S/PDIF out Cable ...
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... Gen2 x16 slot x2 Supports PCI-E Gen2 x16 expansion cards PCI Express Gen2 x1 slot x2 Supports PCI-E Gen2 x1 expansion cards 2 Motherboard Manual 1.3 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES SPEC Socket AM2+ AMD 64 Architecture enables 32 and 64 bit CPU AMD Athlon 64 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64...by AM2+ CPU) Max Memory Capicity 16GB Registered DIMM and ECC DIMM is not supported Onboard side port memory 64MB (TA790GX A2+) Onboard side port memory 128MB (TA790GX 128M) Graphics Radeon HD 3300 Max Shared Video Memory is 512MB DX10/UVD/HDCP support (Hybrid) CrossFireX support (by ATI driver...
... Gen2 x16 slot x2 Supports PCI-E Gen2 x16 expansion cards PCI Express Gen2 x1 slot x2 Supports PCI-E Gen2 x1 expansion cards 2 Motherboard Manual 1.3 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES SPEC Socket AM2+ AMD 64 Architecture enables 32 and 64 bit CPU AMD Athlon 64 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64...by AM2+ CPU) Max Memory Capicity 16GB Registered DIMM and ECC DIMM is not supported Onboard side port memory 64MB (TA790GX A2+) Onboard side port memory 128MB (TA790GX 128M) Graphics Radeon HD 3300 Max Shared Video Memory is 512MB DX10/UVD/HDCP support (Hybrid) CrossFireX support (by ATI driver...
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... Transmit analog video signals to computer monitor or any compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as flat panel LCDs or digital projectors. Motherboard Manual 1.4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS X PS/2 Mouse Port Y PS/2 Keyboard Port Z HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a video interface transmitting digital video signals to...
... Transmit analog video signals to computer monitor or any compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as flat panel LCDs or digital projectors. Motherboard Manual 1.4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS X PS/2 Mouse Port Y PS/2 Keyboard Port Z HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a video interface transmitting digital video signals to...
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Step 3: Look for the white triangle on socket, and the gold triangle on CPU should point towards this white triangle. The CPU will fit only in the correct orientation. 6 Step 2: Pull the lever toward direction A from the socket and then raise the lever up to a 90-degree angle. Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2.1 INSTALLING CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU) Step 1: Remove the socket protection cap.
Step 3: Look for the white triangle on socket, and the gold triangle on CPU should point towards this white triangle. The CPU will fit only in the correct orientation. 6 Step 2: Pull the lever toward direction A from the socket and then raise the lever up to a 90-degree angle. Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2.1 INSTALLING CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU) Step 1: Remove the socket protection cap.
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.... The fan cable and connector may be connected to pin#1. Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to GND. 8 Motherboard Manual 2.2 FAN HEADERS These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer.
.... The fan cable and connector may be connected to pin#1. Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to GND. 8 Motherboard Manual 2.2 FAN HEADERS These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer.
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... or x16) 10 Dual Channel Memory installation To trigger the Dual Channel function of the same density in pairs, shown in the following table. Motherboard Manual B. C. Memory Capacity DIMM Socket Location DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMB2 DDR2 Module 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB...
... or x16) 10 Dual Channel Memory installation To trigger the Dual Channel function of the same density in pairs, shown in the following table. Motherboard Manual B. C. Memory Capacity DIMM Socket Location DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMB2 DDR2 Module 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB...
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... DCCFX-P2 into PEX16_2. PCI-Express Gen2 supports a raw bit-rate of 5.0Gb/s on the data pins. - 2X bandwidth over the PCI-Express 1.1 architecture. - Motherboard Manual PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x16 Slot (x16/x8 Speed) - This slot is reserved for graphics or video cards.
... DCCFX-P2 into PEX16_2. PCI-Express Gen2 supports a raw bit-rate of 5.0Gb/s on the data pins. - 2X bandwidth over the PCI-Express 1.1 architecture. - Motherboard Manual PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x16 Slot (x16/x8 Speed) - This slot is reserved for graphics or video cards.
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Pin opened Pin closed 3.2 DETAIL SETTINGS Pin1-2 closed JPANEL1: Front Panel Header This 16-pin connector includes Power-on button 14 Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP 3.1 HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS The illustration shows how to connect the PC case's front panel switch functions. PWR_LED On/Off ++ - 9 16 1 +- 8 ...
Pin opened Pin closed 3.2 DETAIL SETTINGS Pin1-2 closed JPANEL1: Front Panel Header This 16-pin connector includes Power-on button 14 Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP 3.1 HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS The illustration shows how to connect the PC case's front panel switch functions. PWR_LED On/Off ++ - 9 16 1 +- 8 ...
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Motherboard Manual JATXPWR1: Auxiliary Power for Graphics This connector is an auxiliary power connection for five seconds. 4. Set the jumper to "Pin 1-2 close ". 3. Wait for graphics cards. ...
Motherboard Manual JATXPWR1: Auxiliary Power for Graphics This connector is an auxiliary power connection for five seconds. 4. Set the jumper to "Pin 1-2 close ". 3. Wait for graphics cards. ...
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... front audio output cable with the PC front panel. This header allows only HD audio front panel connector; Pin Assignment 1 +5V 2 SPDIF_IN 3 Ground 3 1 18 Motherboard Manual JAUDIOF1: Front Panel Audio Header This header allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF input header.
... front audio output cable with the PC front panel. This header allows only HD audio front panel connector; Pin Assignment 1 +5V 2 SPDIF_IN 3 Ground 3 1 18 Motherboard Manual JAUDIOF1: Front Panel Audio Header This header allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF input header.
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JUSBV1 1 3 JUSBV2 13 1 3 Pin 1-2 close 1 3 Pin 2-3 close 20 Motherboard Manual JCOM1: Serial port Connector The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port. 2 10 Pin Assignment 1 Carrier detect 2 Received data 3 Transmitted data 4 Data ...
JUSBV1 1 3 JUSBV2 13 1 3 Pin 1-2 close 1 3 Pin 2-3 close 20 Motherboard Manual JCOM1: Serial port Connector The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port. 2 10 Pin Assignment 1 Carrier detect 2 Received data 3 Transmitted data 4 Data ...
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... completely. The graphics card driver should support CrossFireX technology. Step 2: Connect a 4-pin ATX power cable to Auxiliary Power Connector (JATXPWR1), this will be unstable. Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 4: (HYBRID) CROSSFIREX FUNCTION 4.1 CROSSFIREX REQUIREMENTS Only Windows XP/Vista supports CrossFireX (Dual Video) function. Installation completes. NOTE For more detail information of hardware/software...
... completely. The graphics card driver should support CrossFireX technology. Step 2: Connect a 4-pin ATX power cable to Auxiliary Power Connector (JATXPWR1), this will be unstable. Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 4: (HYBRID) CROSSFIREX FUNCTION 4.1 CROSSFIREX REQUIREMENTS Only Windows XP/Vista supports CrossFireX (Dual Video) function. Installation completes. NOTE For more detail information of hardware/software...
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Motherboard Manual 4.5 OPERATION MODES SUPPORTING LIST Operation Mode Single Card Model Radeon HD3650 O Radeon HD3850 O Radeon HD3870 O Radeon HD4850 O Radeon HD4870 O Radeon HD3450 O Radeon HD3470 O Radeon HD3870X2 O CrossFireX Hybrid CrossFireX O X O X O X O X O X X O X O X X (O means Supported, X means Not Supported.) 24
Motherboard Manual 4.5 OPERATION MODES SUPPORTING LIST Operation Mode Single Card Model Radeon HD3650 O Radeon HD3850 O Radeon HD3870 O Radeon HD4850 O Radeon HD4870 O Radeon HD3450 O Radeon HD3470 O Radeon HD3870X2 O CrossFireX Hybrid CrossFireX O X O X O X O X O X X O X O X X (O means Supported, X means Not Supported.) 24
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... can be applied for the storage space of one drive fail, the controller switches to the other application that eliminates tedious manual backups to more expensive and less reliable media. Motherboard Manual RAID 1: Every read and write is corrupted or becomes unavailable because of a hardware failure. Performance is ideal for small databases...
... can be applied for the storage space of one drive fail, the controller switches to the other application that eliminates tedious manual backups to more expensive and less reliable media. Motherboard Manual RAID 1: Every read and write is corrupted or becomes unavailable because of a hardware failure. Performance is ideal for small databases...
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... 8 PARITY DATA 11 Disk 3 PARITY DATA 4 DATA 6 PARITY DATA 10 DATA 12 28 It writes data and parity blocks across three or more drives. Motherboard Manual RAID 5: RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across all the drives in the array. Fault tolerance is maintained by ensuring that the parity information...
... 8 PARITY DATA 11 Disk 3 PARITY DATA 4 DATA 6 PARITY DATA 10 DATA 12 28 It writes data and parity blocks across three or more drives. Motherboard Manual RAID 5: RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across all the drives in the array. Fault tolerance is maintained by ensuring that the parity information...
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... Frequency [200] > CPU FID/VID Control > DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M CHAPTER 6: T-SERIES BIOS & SOFTWARE 6.1 T-SERIES BIOS T-Series BIOS Features Overclocking Navigator Engine (O.N.E.) Memory Integration Test (M.I.T., under Overclock Navigator Engine) BIO-Flasher...
... Frequency [200] > CPU FID/VID Control > DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M CHAPTER 6: T-SERIES BIOS & SOFTWARE 6.1 T-SERIES BIOS T-Series BIOS Features Overclocking Navigator Engine (O.N.E.) Memory Integration Test (M.I.T., under Overclock Navigator Engine) BIO-Flasher...
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... DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- Chipset Overvoltage This function will increase CPU stability when overclocking the HT ratio...> DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- HT Overvoltage This function will increase Northbridge and Southbridge chipset stability when overclocking...
... DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- Chipset Overvoltage This function will increase CPU stability when overclocking the HT ratio...> DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- HT Overvoltage This function will increase Northbridge and Southbridge chipset stability when overclocking...
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... for more advanced CPU settings. Therefore, we will not be responsible for more advanced DRAM clock settings. TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M CPU Frequency CPU Frequency is directly in proportion to be caused by overclocking. OverClock Navigator [Normal] =========== ...FID/VID Control > DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- To maintain the system stability, CPU voltage needs to system performance. CPU FID/VID Control...
... for more advanced CPU settings. Therefore, we will not be responsible for more advanced DRAM clock settings. TA790GX A2+/TA790GX A2+ SE/TA790GX 128M CPU Frequency CPU Frequency is directly in proportion to be caused by overclocking. OverClock Navigator [Normal] =========== ...FID/VID Control > DRAM Timing Configuration > Hyper Transport Configuration > Memory Configuration Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] Normal Automate OverClock Manual OverClock Select Screen Select Item +- To maintain the system stability, CPU voltage needs to system performance. CPU FID/VID Control...
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...make a better over -clock performance. OverClock Navigator [Automate OverClock] =========== Automate OverClock System =========== Auto OverClock System [V12-Tech Engine] Manual OverClock System CPU Over Voltage [StartUp] Memory Over Voltage [1.95V] Chipset Over Voltage [1.15V] HT Over Voltage [1.20V] CPU ... Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] V6-Tech Engine V8-Tech Engine V12-Tech Engine Select Screen Select Item +- Motherboard Manual V6 Tech Engine This engine will make a good over -clock performance. Main Advanced PCIPnP BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot ...
...make a better over -clock performance. OverClock Navigator [Automate OverClock] =========== Automate OverClock System =========== Auto OverClock System [V12-Tech Engine] Manual OverClock System CPU Over Voltage [StartUp] Memory Over Voltage [1.95V] Chipset Over Voltage [1.15V] HT Over Voltage [1.20V] CPU ... Integrated Memory Test [Disabled] V6-Tech Engine V8-Tech Engine V12-Tech Engine Select Screen Select Item +- Motherboard Manual V6 Tech Engine This engine will make a good over -clock performance. Main Advanced PCIPnP BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot ...