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... CPU ...10 2.1.2.Installing Cooling FAN 11
2.2.Installing memory modules 12 2.3.Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply 14
2.3.1. I/O Back Panel Introduction 14
2.4.Connectors and Jumper Setting Introduction 17 Chapter 3BIOS Setup 25
Main ...27 Advanced 29
Processor Setting ...30 Memory Configuration ...33 Advanced Chipset Configuration 34 PCI Configuration ...36 SATA...
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Item Checklist
The GA-6FXSV2 motherboard Serial ATA cable x 2 I/O Shield Kit CD for motherboard driver & utility The GA-6FXSV2 quick reference guide
GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard
* The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice.
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GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1. Considerations Prior to Installation
Preparing Your Computer The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please follow the instructions below: 1. Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord. 2. When ...
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GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard
1.2. Features Summary
Form Factor CPU
Chipset Memory
I/O Control Expansion Slots
SATA RAID Controller On-Board VGA On-Board LAN Internal Connector
Rear Panel I/O
9.6" x 9.6" Micro ATX size form factor, 6 layers PCB Supports single Intel® LGA1156 (socket H1) processor Support Lynnfield (Quad-core)
processor Enhanced Intel SpeedStep ...
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... Features
GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard 1 x 10/100 LAN port (for server management) Winbond W83627DHG-P controller Enhanced features with CPU Vcore, DDR3 1.5V, VCC3 (3.3V),
12V, 5V, and System Temperature Values viewing CPU/System Fan Revolution Detect CPU shutdown when overheat Phoenix BIOS on 16Mb flash RAM Supports S4, S5 under Windows...
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...36. BIOS_WP
37. PASSWORD
38. SATA RAID
39. BIOS_RVCR
Description CPU Intel 3420 chipset ServerEngine Pilot II VGA memory Intel 8578DM PHY Intel 82574L GbE controller SMSC 8700 management 10/100 PHY BMC firmware BIOS Flash ROM Com port cable connector USB cable connector SATA cable connectors SATA cable connector SATA cable connector CPU fan cable connector System fan cable connector System fan...
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GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process
2.1. Installing Processor and CPU Heat Sink
Before installing the processor and cooling fan, adhere to the following cautions: 1. The processor will overheat without the heatsink and/or fan, resulting in permanent
irreparable damage. 2. Never force the processor into the socket. 3. Apply thermal grease on the processor before placing ...
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2.1.2. Installing Cooling FAN
GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard
Step 1 Attach the cooling fan on the processor socket. Step 2 Turning and push vertically the push pin as arrow direction shown. Step 3 Connect processor fan cable connector to the processor fan connector.
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GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard
2.2. Installing memory modules
Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions: 1. Please make sure that the memory is supported by the motherboard. It is
recommended to use the memory with similar capacity, specifications and brand. 2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer
power is switched off to ...
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... LAN Ports The LAN port provides Internet connection of Gigabit Ethernet with data transfer speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps. USB Port Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface. Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller...
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GA-6FXSV2 Motherboard 1/2 ) ATX/ATX_CPU (24-pin/ 8-pin ATX power connectors)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard and connect ...
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... Motherboard
6/7/8 ) SATA 0~5 (Serial ATA cable connectors) SATA 3Gb/s can provide up to 300MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the proper driver in order to work properly.
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Pin No. Definition
1
GND
2
TXP
3
TXN
4
GND
5
RXN
1
6
RXP
7
GND
9 ) BAT (CMOSattery) If you want to erase CMOS... 1.Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power...
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... the items in standard compatible BIOS.
Advanced This setup page includes all the items of Phoenix BIOS special enhanced features. (ex: Auto detect fan and temperature status, automatically configure hard disk parameters.)
Power This setup page includes all the items of Green function features.
Security Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit...
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... Disables on-board serial ATA function. SATA Mode Selection
IDE RAID ACHI
Determine IDE as the SATA mode. (Default setting) Enable the SATA RAID function.
Set this item to enable SATA AHCI function for WinXP-SP1+IAA driver supports AHCI mode.
SATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5
The category identifies the types of Serial SATA hard disk from drive 0 to 5 that has been installed in the computer. System will...
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...types. Users: Set parameters by User. Auto: Set parameters automatically. (Default setting) CD-ROM: Use for ATAPI CD-ROM drives or double click [Auto] to set all HDD parameters automatically. ATAPI Removable: Removable disk drive is installed here.
Multi-Sector Transfer
This field displays the information of Multi-Sector Transfer Mode. Disabled: The data transfer from and to the device occurs one...
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... for boot sector.
Figure 4: Security
Set Supervisor Password You can install and change this options for the setup menus. Type the password up to 6 characters in length and press . The password typed now will clear any previously entered password from the CMOS memory. You will be asked to confirm the entered password. Type the password again and press . You may...
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System Management
GA-6FXSV Motherboard
Figure 5-1: System Management
Server Management This category allows user to view the server management features. Including information of Motherboard Hardware information and software information.
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..., it will use a port on the motherboard to run console redirection function.
On-board COM A Use Serial Port A as the COM port address.
On-board COM B Use Serial Port B as the COM port address.
Disabled
Disable this function. (Default setting)
Flow Control This option provide user to enable the flow control function.
None
Not supported. (Default setting)
XON/OFF
Software control.
CTS/RTS...
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GA-6FXSV Motherboard Load Setup Default
if you highlight this item and press Enter, a dialog box asks if you want to install optimal settings for all the items in the Setup utility. Press the Y key to indicate Yes, and then press Enter to install the optimal settings. Discard Changes Select this item and press Enter to discard any changes...