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G43MX Series Motherboard User's Manual
G43MX Series Motherboard User's Manual
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... reserved. Although the information in this product. Caution : refers to important information that this product is the intellectual property of Foxconn, Inc. Trademark: All trademarks are the property of respective manufacturers listed. WARNING! CAUTION Statement: This manual is disposed of ... and tells you purchased this product. All trade names are for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for G43MX Series motherboard. All images are registered trademarks of their respective owners. P/N: 3A2214Q00-000-G Symbol description: ! By ensuring ...
... reserved. Although the information in this product. Caution : refers to important information that this product is the intellectual property of Foxconn, Inc. Trademark: All trademarks are the property of respective manufacturers listed. WARNING! CAUTION Statement: This manual is disposed of ... and tells you purchased this product. All trade names are for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for G43MX Series motherboard. All images are registered trademarks of their respective owners. P/N: 3A2214Q00-000-G Symbol description: ! By ensuring ...
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declares that the product Motherboard G43MX/G43MX-K is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) ■ EN 55022:1998/...
declares that the product Motherboard G43MX/G43MX-K 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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.... Operation is subject to comply with Part 15 of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C. Lambert Rd. Declaration of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN G43MX/G43MX-K PCE Industry Inc. 458 E.
.... Operation is subject to comply with Part 15 of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C. Lambert Rd. Declaration of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN G43MX/G43MX-K PCE Industry Inc. 458 E.
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... fans in contact with the connectors on the power, please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing. ■ If you are uncertain about any metal leads or connec- Normal operation depends on the computer... DC power supply is a PCI Express x16 graphics card installed in serious damage to get the best performance. ■ Before turning on the motherboard. tors. ■ If there is turned off before installing or removing CPU, memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. Also, make sure the...
... fans in contact with the connectors on the power, please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing. ■ If you are uncertain about any metal leads or connec- Normal operation depends on the computer... DC power supply is a PCI Express x16 graphics card installed in serious damage to get the best performance. ■ Before turning on the motherboard. tors. ■ If there is turned off before installing or removing CPU, memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. Also, make sure the...
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Frequency Control 54 Limit Setting 55 Voltage Control 57 Fan Control 58 FOX LiveUpdate Local Update 59 Online Update 61 Configure 64 About & Help 66 FOX LOGO 67 FOX DMI 68 Technical Support : Support Website : http://www.foxconnchannel.com Support Website : http://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
Frequency Control 54 Limit Setting 55 Voltage Control 57 Fan Control 58 FOX LiveUpdate Local Update 59 Online Update 61 Configure 64 About & Help 66 FOX LOGO 67 FOX DMI 68 Technical Support : Support Website : http://www.foxconnchannel.com Support Website : http://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 need for today multi-media computing requirements, G43MX/G43MX-K enables you for buying Foxconn G43MX Series motherboard. With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for break-through performance. Thank you to unleash more power from your computer. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors
Foxconn products are engineered to maximize computing power, providing only what you need for today multi-media computing requirements, G43MX/G43MX-K enables you for buying Foxconn G43MX Series motherboard. With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for break-through performance. Thank you to unleash more power from your computer. This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors
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This motherboard does not support Windows® 2000. CAUTION 1 1 x TPM connector Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x VGA port 1 x Parallel port 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x RJ-45 LAN port 7.1-channel Audio ports (G43MX) 5.1-channel Audio ports (G43MX-K) Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection...
This motherboard does not support Windows® 2000. CAUTION 1 1 x TPM connector Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x VGA port 1 x Parallel port 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x RJ-45 LAN port 7.1-channel Audio ports (G43MX) 5.1-channel Audio ports (G43MX-K) Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection...
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... 15. CPU_FAN Header 24. PCI Express x1 Slot 6. Front USB Connector 12. Speaker Connector 16. CPU Socket Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. TPM Connector 11. North Bridge: Intel® G43 Chipset 4. S/PDIF Out Connector 10. Front Audio Connector 9. IR/CIR...
... 15. CPU_FAN Header 24. PCI Express x1 Slot 6. Front USB Connector 12. Speaker Connector 16. CPU Socket Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. TPM Connector 11. North Bridge: Intel® G43 Chipset 4. S/PDIF Out Connector 10. Front Audio Connector 9. IR/CIR...
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... the CPU and CPU Cooler ■ Install the Memory ■ Install an Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers This motherboard support CPUs with a power rating no more supporting information about CPU, Memory and VGA for CPU Support List. For further information, please refer to...including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply, slots, pin headers and the mounting of these modules. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to website below for your system can operate normally if you use a CPU not included in this website for more than ...
... the CPU and CPU Cooler ■ Install the Memory ■ Install an Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers This motherboard support CPUs with a power rating no more supporting information about CPU, Memory and VGA for CPU Support List. For further information, please refer to...including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply, slots, pin headers and the mounting of these modules. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to website below for your system can operate normally if you use a CPU not included in this website for more than ...
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...supports HT Technology ■ A chipset that supports HT Technology ■ An operating system that is optimized for HT Technology ■ A BIOS that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. ■ Do not turn... ! The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it enabled Install the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if ...
...supports HT Technology ■ A chipset that supports HT Technology ■ An operating system that is optimized for HT Technology ■ A BIOS that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. ■ Do not turn... ! The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it enabled Install the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if ...
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... the surface of CPU. 2. Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as depicted in the picture. 4. Turning push pin clockwise to the holes of the motherboard, push them straight down from motherboard : 1.Turning the push pin (bolt) along with the direction of arrow (counterclockwise). 2. Inadequately...
... the surface of CPU. 2. Apply and spread an even thermal grease on the motherboard. (The following procedures use Foxconn cooler as depicted in the picture. 4. Turning push pin clockwise to the holes of the motherboard, push them straight down from motherboard : 1.Turning the push pin (bolt) along with the direction of arrow (counterclockwise). 2. Inadequately...
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If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS (DS : Double Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory) ! ... in your system. CAUTION 11 It is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction. When memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS Single Channel DS/SS - Two DDR2 memory sockets are : DIMM1 DIMM2 Single Channel - Read the following guidelines before...
If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS (DS : Double Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory) ! ... in your system. CAUTION 11 It is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction. When memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS Single Channel DS/SS - Two DDR2 memory sockets are : DIMM1 DIMM2 Single Channel - Read the following guidelines before...
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Follow the steps below to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. 2 CAUTION 112-Pin 128-Pin Installing a Memory ! Step 2: The clips at front side of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is ...
Follow the steps below to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. 2 CAUTION 112-Pin 128-Pin Installing a Memory ! Step 2: The clips at front side of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is ...
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CAUTION 2 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. ■ Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from ...
CAUTION 2 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. ■ Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from ...
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2 CAUTION 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are using a 24-pin power supply. Firmly plug the power supply ... sure it is the ATX power supply connector. We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard.
2 CAUTION 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are using a 24-pin power supply. Firmly plug the power supply ... sure it is the ATX power supply connector. We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard.
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... Power LED indicates the system's status. When the system is in operation (S0 status), the LED is used to connect with COM1 connector in the motherboard. 12 +5V +5VSB EMPTY CIRRX IRRX CIRTX GND IRTX GND EMPTY 9 10 IR/CIR RLSD SOUT GND RTS RI 12 9 10 SIN DTR DSR... to be turned on the front panel of the hard disks. It indicates the active status of the case; 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. This 2-pin connector is directional with +/- This 2-pin connector is...
... Power LED indicates the system's status. When the system is in operation (S0 status), the LED is used to connect with COM1 connector in the motherboard. 12 +5V +5VSB EMPTY CIRRX IRRX CIRTX GND IRTX GND EMPTY 9 10 IR/CIR RLSD SOUT GND RTS RI 12 9 10 SIN DTR DSR... to be turned on the front panel of the hard disks. It indicates the active status of the case; 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. This 2-pin connector is directional with +/- This 2-pin connector is...
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...output choice. Use the Infineon TPM module only. If eventually the chassis is purchased separately. The system can be connected to a security switch on its motherboard. By connecting through the function of this product also provides three 10-pin USB headers on the chassis. TPM Connector : TPM The TPM (Trusted ... LAD2 LAD1 GND NC_4 SERIRQ CLKRUNin NC_5 12 VCC DD+ GND EMPTY 9 10 VCC DD+ GND NC F_USB 1/2/3 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.
...output choice. Use the Infineon TPM module only. If eventually the chassis is purchased separately. The system can be connected to a security switch on its motherboard. By connecting through the function of this product also provides three 10-pin USB headers on the chassis. TPM Connector : TPM The TPM (Trusted ... LAD2 LAD1 GND NC_4 SERIRQ CLKRUNin NC_5 12 VCC DD+ GND EMPTY 9 10 VCC DD+ GND NC F_USB 1/2/3 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.
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... S/PDIF output. +5V 1 EMPTY 2 SPDIF_OUT 3 GND 4 SPDIF_OUT 1 GND POWER SENSE CONTROL SYS_FAN/CPU_FAN Fan Connectors : CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN There are two main fan headers on this motherboard.
... S/PDIF output. +5V 1 EMPTY 2 SPDIF_OUT 3 GND 4 SPDIF_OUT 1 GND POWER SENSE CONTROL SYS_FAN/CPU_FAN Fan Connectors : CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN There are two main fan headers on this motherboard.
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...any jumper setting. The following content carefully prior to modifying any jumper on this motherboard by the bold silkscreen next to it. The shorting can also be identified by ... and turn it onto pins 1-2 to short them. This section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard, pin 1 can be done by touching two pins by a screwdriver for a few seconds, but using jumper cap...1. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to modify them . The steps to configure new system as described in this...
...any jumper setting. The following content carefully prior to modifying any jumper on this motherboard by the bold silkscreen next to it. The shorting can also be identified by ... and turn it onto pins 1-2 to short them. This section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard, pin 1 can be done by touching two pins by a screwdriver for a few seconds, but using jumper cap...1. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to modify them . The steps to configure new system as described in this...