AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML FCC Information and Copyright This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction.......................................... 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Before You Start ................................................................................1 Package Checklist ............................................................................1 Motherboard Specifications .............................................................2 Rear Panel Connectors....................................................................3 Motherboard Layout..........
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 Before You Start Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below: Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient lighting. Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation.
Motherboard Manual 1.3 Motherboard Specifications Specifications CPU Support Memory Storage LAN Audio Codec USB Expansion Slots Rear I/Os Internal I/Os Form Factor OS Support 2 AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket * Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for CPU support list. Supports Single Channel DDR3 1333/ 1600 (*DDR3 1600 depends on CPU) 2 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 16 GB Memory Each DIMM supports non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3 module * Please refer to www.biostar.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML 1.4 Rear Panel Connectors AM1MH AM1MD AM1ML Note 1: Since the audio chip supports High Definition Audio Specification, the function of each audio jack can be defined by software. The input / output function of each audio jack listed above represents the default setting. However, when connecting external microphone to the audio port, please use the Line In (Blue) and Mic In (Pink) audio jack.
Motherboard Manual 1.5 Motherboard Layout st Note: ■ represents the 1 pin.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (AM1 Socket) Step 1: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard Step 2: Pull the socket locking out from the socket and then raise the lever up to a 90-degree angel. Step 3: Look for the triangular cut edge on socket, and the golden dot on CPU should point forwards this triangular cut edge. The CPU will fit only in the correct orientation.
Motherboard Manual Step 4: 2.2 Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever to locked the position Install a Heatsink The CPU might equip with two different types of heatsink. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the installation manual of your heatsink. Note: Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML 2.3 Connect Cooling Fans These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer. Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to pin#1.
Motherboard Manual 2.4 Install System Memory A. DDR3 Modules Step 1: Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Step 2: Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. Note1: If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again. B.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML 2.5 Expansion Slots PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x4 Slot - PCI-Express 2.0 compliant. Data transfer bandwidth up to 2GB/s per direction; 4GB/s in total. PEX1_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x1 Slot - PCI-Express 2.0 compliant. Data transfer bandwidth up to 500MB/s per direction; 1GB/s in total Install an Expansion Card You can install your expansion card by following steps: 1. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer. 2.
Motherboard Manual 2.6 Jumper Setting The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is “close”, if not, that means the jumper is “open”. Pin opened Pin closed Pin1-2 closed JCMOS: Clear CMOS Header Placing the jumper on pin2-3, it allows user to restore the BIOS safe setting and the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard. 1 3 Pin 1-2 Close: Normal Operation (default). 1 3 Pin 2-3 Close: Clear CMOS data.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML 2.7 Headers & Connectors ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector For better compatibility, we recommend to use a standard ATX 24-pin power supply for this connector. Make sure to find the correct orientation before plugging the connector. Pin Assignment Pin Assignment 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 +3.3V -12V Ground PS_ON Ground Ground Ground NC +5V +5V +5V Ground 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 +3.3V +3.3V Ground +5V Ground +5V Ground PW_OK Standby Voltage+5V +12V +12V +3.
Motherboard Manual PANEL: Front Panel Header This 16-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and speaker connection. It allows user to connect the PC case’s front panel switch functions.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML F_USB1/F_USB2: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel This header allows user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of simultaneously accessible external Plug and Play peripherals. Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Assignment +5V (fused) +5V (fused) USBUSBUSB+ USB+ Ground Ground Key NC F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header This header allows user to connect the front audio output cable with the PC front panel.
Motherboard Manual COM: Serial Port Connector The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port. Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Assignment Carrier detect Received data Transmitted data Data terminal ready Signal ground Data set ready Request to send Clear to send Ring indicator Key PRINT: Printer Port Connector This header allows you to connector printer on the PC.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML CHAPTER 3: UEFI BIOS & SOFTWARE 3.1 z z 3.2 UEFI BIOS Setup The BIOS Setup program can be used to view and change the BIOS settings for the computer. The BIOS Setup program is accessed by pressing the key after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins. For further information of setting up the UEFI BIOS, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Manual in the Setup DVD.
Motherboard Manual 6. Select the proper BIOS file, and a message asking if you are sure to flash the BIOS file. Click Yes to start updating BIOS. 7. A dialog pops out after BIOS flash is completed, asking you to restart the system. Press the [Y] key to restart system. 8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press key to enter BIOS setup.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML 4. An open dialog will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click Yes to start the online update procedure. 5. If there is a new BIOS version, the utility will ask you to download it. Click Yes to proceed. 6. After the download is completed, you will be asked to program (update) the BIOS or not. Click Yes to proceed. 7. After the updating process is finished, you will be asked you to reboot the system. Click OK to reboot. 8.
Motherboard Manual 4. A warning message will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click OK to start the update procedure. 5. Choose the location for your BIOS file in the system. Please select the proper BIOS file, and then click on Open. It will take several minutes, please be patient. 6. After the BIOS Update process is finished, click on OK to reboot the system. 7. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press key to enter BIOS setup.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML 3.3 Software Installing Software 1. Insert the Setup DVD to the optical drive. The driver installation program would appear if the Auto-run function has been enabled. 2. 3. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Launching Software After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon showing on the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch it.
Motherboard Manual eHot-Line eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our Tech-Support system. This utility will collect the system information which is useful for analyzing the problem you may have encountered, and then send these information to our tech-support department to help you fix the problem. Note: Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application program. represents important information that you must provide.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML Enter the file name and then click “Save”. Your system information will be saved to a .txt file. Open the saved .txt file, you will see your system information including motherboard/BIOS/CPU/video/ device/OS information. This information is also concluded in the sent mail. Note1: We will not share customer’s data with any other third parties, so please feel free to provide your system information while using eHot-Line service.
Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 4: USEFUL HELP 4.1 Driver Installation After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver DVD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system performance. You will see the following window after you insert the DVD The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system. Note: If this window didn’t show up after you insert the Driver DVD, please use file browser to locate and execute the file SETUP.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML 4.2 Extra Information CPU Overheated If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds, that means the CPU protection function has been activated. When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not power on again. In this case, please double check: 1. The CPU cooler surface is placed evenly with the CPU surface. 2. CPU fan is rotated normally. 3.
Motherboard Manual 4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code Boot Block Beep Codes Number of Beeps Continuing Description Memory sizing error or Memory module not found POST BIOS Beep Codes Number of Beeps 1 8 4.3 Description Success booting. Display memory error (system video adapter) Troubleshooting Probable 1. 2. There is no power in the system. Power LED does not shine; the fan of the power supply does not work Indicator light on keyboard does not shine. Solution 1. 2. 3. System is inoperative.
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Motherboard Manual French Spécifications Support Unité Centrale AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket * Veuillez vous reporter à www.biostar.com.tw pour la liste des supports modèles d'Unité Centrale. Supporte mémoire DDR3 single canal 1333/ 1600 Mémoire Banc de mémoire 2 x DDR3 DIMM, Supporte max. jusqu’à une mémoire de 16 GB Chaque module DIMM supporte module DDR3 non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB * Veuillez vous reporter à www.biostar.com.tw pour la liste des soutien de la mémoire.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML German Spezifikationen CPU-Unterstützun AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket g * Bitte konsultieren Sie www.biostar.com.tw für CPU-Unterstützungsliste Festplattenspeich er Unterstützt single-channel DDR3 1333/ 1600 2 x DDR3 DIMM-SpeicherSlot, Max. Uterstützung bis zu 16 GB-Speicher Jedes DIMM unterstützt nicht-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3-Module * Bitte konsultieren Sie www.biostar.com.tw für für Speicherunterstützung Liste.
Motherboard Manual Italian Specificazioni Supporto processore AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket * Si prega di consultare www.biostar.com.tw per la lista di supporto del processore Supporta DDR3 1333/ 1600 Singolo Canale Memoria 2 x DDR3 DIMM Slot di Memoria Supporta fino a 16 GB Memoria Ogni DIMM supporta non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3 moduli * Si prega di consultare www.biostar.com.tw per la lista di supporto del memoria.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML Japanese 仕様 CPU サポート AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket *CPU サポート リストについては、www.biostar.com.twを参照してください。 シングルチャンネル DDR3 1333/ 1600 をサポート メモリ 2 x DDR3 DIMM メモリ スロット、 最大 16GB メモリまでサポート 各 DIMM は、 非-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3 モジュールをサポートしています *サポートされているメモリのリストについては、www.biostar.com.
Motherboard Manual Polish Specyfikacje techniczne Obsługa procesora Pamięć Przechowywanie LAN Codec Audio USB Złącza rozszerzeń Tylne porty wejścia/ wyjścia Wewnętrzne porty wejścia/ wyjścia Obudowa Obsługa OS 30 AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket * Proszę sprawdzić listę obsługiwanych procesorów na stronie internetowej www.biostar.com.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML Portuguese Especificações Suporte Processador AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket * Por favor consulte www.biostar.com.tw para obter uma lista de suporte do processador. Memória Suporta DDR3 1333/ 1600 Canal único 2 x DDR3 DIMM Slot de memória Suporta até 16 GB Memória Cada DIMM suporta non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3 módulo * Por favor consulte www.biostar.com.tw para obter uma lista de suporte do memória.
Motherboard Manual Russian Спецификации Поддержка центрального процессора AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket * Перечень поддержки центрального процессора смотрите на www.biostar.com.tw Память Поддерживает Одноканальный DDR3 1333/ 1600 2 гнезда платы памяти DDR3 DIMM, максимальная память до 16 Гб Каждый модуль DIMM поддерживает модуль не-ECC 512 Мб/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 Гб DDR3 * Перечень поддержки памяти смотрите на www.biostar.com.tw.
AM1MH / AM1MD / AM1ML Spanish Especificaciones Compatibilidad con el procesador Memoria Almacenamiento de información LAN Códec Audio USB Ranuras de Extinción Panel trasero de E/S Conectores en placa Factor de Forma Soporte OS AMD "Kabini" Athlon/Sempron APUs, AM1 Socket *Por favor consultar con www.biostar.com.tw para la lista de compatibilidad con el procesador.