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...of respective manufacturers listed. All trade names are for specific features. More information: If you how to the physical motherboard for reference only, please refer to avoid problems. WARNING! Caution: refers to important information that this symbol indicates ...that can help prevent potential negative consequences for A7GM-S 2.0 motherboard. Trademark: All trademarks are the property of Foxconn, Inc. WEEE: The use motherboard better, and tells you want more detailed information about our products, please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © ...
...of respective manufacturers listed. All trade names are for specific features. More information: If you how to the physical motherboard for reference only, please refer to avoid problems. WARNING! Caution: refers to important information that this symbol indicates ...that can help prevent potential negative consequences for A7GM-S 2.0 motherboard. Trademark: All trademarks are the property of Foxconn, Inc. WEEE: The use motherboard better, and tells you want more detailed information about our products, please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © ...
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... information technology equipment ■ EN 61000-3-2/:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3: Limits Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current declares that the product Motherboard A7GM-S 2.0 is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) ■ EN 55022:1998...
... information technology equipment ■ EN 61000-3-2/:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3: Limits Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current declares that the product Motherboard A7GM-S 2.0 is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) ■ EN 55022:1998...
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...: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A7GM-S 2.0 PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Tested to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Lambert Rd. Signature : Date : 2008 Declaration of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION...
...: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN A7GM-S 2.0 PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Tested to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Lambert Rd. Signature : Date : 2008 Declaration of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION...
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...electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling components such as a spark which will quickly damage your electronic equipment. Never turn on the motherboard or within the computer casing. ■ If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use ...of your system. Incorrect connections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any , when connecting USB, audio, 1394a, RS232 COM, IrDA or S/PDIF cables to unplug the AC...
...electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling components such as a spark which will quickly damage your electronic equipment. Never turn on the motherboard or within the computer casing. ■ If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use ...of your system. Incorrect connections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any , when connecting USB, audio, 1394a, RS232 COM, IrDA or S/PDIF cables to unplug the AC...
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...://www.foxconnsupport.com Worldwide online contact Support : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/support/online.aspx CPU, Memory, VGA Compatibility Supporting Website : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx
...://www.foxconnsupport.com Worldwide online contact Support : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/support/online.aspx CPU, Memory, VGA Compatibility Supporting Website : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx
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Foxconn products are engineered to maximize computing power, providing only what you to unleash more power from your computer. With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A7GM-S 2.0 enables you need for buying Foxconn A7GM-S 2.0 motherboard. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors Thank you for break-through performance.
Foxconn products are engineered to maximize computing power, providing only what you to unleash more power from your computer. With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, A7GM-S 2.0 enables you need for buying Foxconn A7GM-S 2.0 motherboard. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors Thank you for break-through performance.
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... Power Interface) Support S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (suspend to disk), and S5 (soft - The chipset driver of this motherboard does not support Windows® 2000. CAUTION off) Bundled Software FOX ONE FOX LiveUpdate FOX LOGO FOX DMI Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows...
... Power Interface) Support S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (suspend to disk), and S5 (soft - The chipset driver of this motherboard does not support Windows® 2000. CAUTION off) Bundled Software FOX ONE FOX LiveUpdate FOX LOGO FOX DMI Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows...
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... 13 14 23 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 1. 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector 2. COM1 Connector 18. CPU fan Header Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical...
... 13 14 23 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 1. 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector 2. COM1 Connector 18. CPU fan Header Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical...
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... Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers Please visit this chapter carefully. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this website for more supporting information about CPU, Memory and VGA for ...your motherboard : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx Caution should be exercised during the installation of jumpers. This chapter introduces the hardware installation process,...
... Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers Please visit this chapter carefully. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this website for more supporting information about CPU, Memory and VGA for ...your motherboard : http://www.foxconnchannel.com/product/Motherboards/compatibility.aspx Caution should be exercised during the installation of jumpers. This chapter introduces the hardware installation process,...
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.... Pin-1 corner of the CPU socket Pin-1 triangle marking of the CPU socket. If you begin to install the CPU : ■ Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the surface of the CPU may occur. ■ Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU...
.... Pin-1 corner of the CPU socket Pin-1 triangle marking of the CPU socket. If you begin to install the CPU : ■ Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the surface of the CPU may occur. ■ Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU...
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Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header on the surface of the stand. 3. 2 3. Buckle the heatsink firmly at another side, ... tightly seat the cooler. 4. When CPU is properly seated, push the CPU socket lever back to correctly install the CPU cooler. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1. Install the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to its locked position. Attach the 3-wire CPU cooler connector to the CPU...
Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard . ! Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header on the surface of the stand. 3. 2 3. Buckle the heatsink firmly at another side, ... tightly seat the cooler. 4. When CPU is properly seated, push the CPU socket lever back to correctly install the CPU cooler. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as the example.) 1. Install the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to its locked position. Attach the 3-wire CPU cooler connector to the CPU...
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Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Single Channel DS/SS - Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS - DS/SS - A memory module can ... Channel - DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (DS : Dual Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory) DIMM4 - It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels : Channel 0 : DIMM1, DIMM3 Channel 1 : DIMM2, DIMM4 The combinations of the same capacity, brand...
Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Single Channel DS/SS - Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS - DS/SS - A memory module can ... Channel - DS/SS Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (DS : Dual Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory) DIMM4 - It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels : Channel 0 : DIMM1, DIMM3 Channel 1 : DIMM2, DIMM4 The combinations of the same capacity, brand...
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... side of the socket will snap into the sockets. Step 2: The clips at both ends of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Be sure to install DDR2 DIMMs on both ends of the module, and push it down firmly and seat it can only fit in one...
... side of the socket will snap into the sockets. Step 2: The clips at both ends of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on this motherboard. Be sure to install DDR2 DIMMs on both ends of the module, and push it down firmly and seat it can only fit in one...
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... Express x16 slot to correctly install your card. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. 2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 PCI Follow the steps below to release the card and then pull the card straight...
... Express x16 slot to correctly install your card. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. 2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 PCI Follow the steps below to release the card and then pull the card straight...
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2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. We recommend you need to align the ATX power connector according to the picture. 20-Pin Power 4-pin ATX 12V ... provides power to damage any device, make sure it is the ATX power supply connector. If you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Pin # Definition Pin # Definition 1 3.3V 13 3.3V 2 3.3V 14 -12V 3 GND 15 GND 4 +5V 16 PS_ON(Soft On/Off) 5 GND 17 GND 6 +5V 18 GND...
2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. We recommend you need to align the ATX power connector according to the picture. 20-Pin Power 4-pin ATX 12V ... provides power to damage any device, make sure it is the ATX power supply connector. If you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Pin # Definition Pin # Definition 1 3.3V 13 3.3V 2 3.3V 14 -12V 3 GND 15 GND 4 +5V 16 PS_ON(Soft On/Off) 5 GND 17 GND 6 +5V 18 GND...
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.... When the system is on the front panel of the chassis. This 2-pin connector is directional with +/- COM Connector : COM1 This motherboard supports one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. This 2-pin connector is directional with 10-pin female...off . Power LED Connector (PWR-LED) Connect to be turned on the front panel of the hard disks. 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for legacy compatibility. When the system gets into sleep mode (S1) , the LED is pressed. sign. IrDA Connector : IR ...
.... When the system is on the front panel of the chassis. This 2-pin connector is directional with +/- COM Connector : COM1 This motherboard supports one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. This 2-pin connector is directional with 10-pin female...off . Power LED Connector (PWR-LED) Connect to be turned on the front panel of the hard disks. 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for legacy compatibility. When the system gets into sleep mode (S1) , the LED is pressed. sign. IrDA Connector : IR ...
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...and CD/DVD ROM/RW drive. By connecting through USB cables with them, user can quickly expand another six USB ports on its motherboard. Speaker Connector : SPEAKER The speaker connector is used to the four USB ports on the rear panel, this product also provides three... EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER S/PDIF OUT Connector : SPDIF_OUT The connector is used for S/PDIF output. Floppy Disk Drive Connector : FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard floppy disk drive (FDD) connector, supporting 360KB, 720KB,1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB FDDs. It provides the Front Audio output choice.
...and CD/DVD ROM/RW drive. By connecting through USB cables with them, user can quickly expand another six USB ports on its motherboard. Speaker Connector : SPEAKER The speaker connector is used to the four USB ports on the rear panel, this product also provides three... EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER S/PDIF OUT Connector : SPDIF_OUT The connector is used for S/PDIF output. Floppy Disk Drive Connector : FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard floppy disk drive (FDD) connector, supporting 360KB, 720KB,1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB FDDs. It provides the Front Audio output choice.
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... the PC to run applications more trustworthy. These fans can be controlled and monitored in "PC Health Status" section of this connector. To utilize this motherboard. INTRUDERJ 12 INTR GND Fan Headers : CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN There are two main fan headers on the chassis. If eventually the chassis was closed, the system...
... the PC to run applications more trustworthy. These fans can be controlled and monitored in "PC Health Status" section of this connector. To utilize this motherboard. INTRUDERJ 12 INTR GND Fan Headers : CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN There are two main fan headers on the chassis. If eventually the chassis was closed, the system...
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... ■ Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings. ■ Do not clear the CMOS while the system is turned on this motherboard to modify them. Clear CMOS data is recommended. Go to BIOS Setup to configure new system as BIOS data, date, time information, hardware ...factory default when the BIOS settings were mistakenly modified. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as described in next chapter. 1 Clear 2 3 WARNING! "Closed" means placing...
... ■ Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings. ■ Do not clear the CMOS while the system is turned on this motherboard to modify them. Clear CMOS data is recommended. Go to BIOS Setup to configure new system as BIOS data, date, time information, hardware ...factory default when the BIOS settings were mistakenly modified. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as described in next chapter. 1 Clear 2 3 WARNING! "Closed" means placing...