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TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface i Chapter 1 1 Introducing the Motherboard 1 Introduction...........................................................................................1 Pakage Contents..................................................................................1 Specifications......................................................................................2 Motherboard Components................................................................4 I/O Ports...................................
Chapter 4 61 Using the Motherboard Software 61 Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8.......................................61 Running Setup........................................................................61 Manual Installation..........................................................................63 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility).....................................63 Chapter 5 65 Trouble Shooting 65 Start up problems during assembly..............................................
Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Thank you for choosing the B75H2-M3 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1155 socket for 2nd/3rd Generation Intel® Sandy/Ivy Bridge Processors. This motherboard is based on Intel® B75 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600*/ 1333/1066 MHz.
Chapter 1 Specifications CPU • • • LGA1155 socket for 2 nd/3rd Generation Intel® Sandy/Ivy Bridge Processors Supports New 22nm Intel® CoreTM micro-architecture DMI 5.0GT/s Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list. Chipset • Intel ® B75 Chipset Memory • • • Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB Supports DDR3 1600*/1333/1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.
1 1 1 1 1 x Front Panel audio header x Front Panel switch/LED header x Speaker header x TPM header x Parallel port header(LPT) System BIOS • AP Suppport • • • AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM - Supports ECS MIB III Utility - Supports Plug and Play, STR(S3)/STD(S4), Multi Boot - Supports Hardware Monitor - Supports ACPI 3.
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LABEL 1. CPU Socket 2. CPU_FAN 3. DDR3_1~2 4. ATX_POWER 5. USB3F 6. SATA2~3 7. SATA1 8. F_PANEL 9. CASE 10. ME_UNLOCK 11. F_USB1 12. SYS_FAN 13. TPM 14. PWR_FAN 15. CLR_CMOS 16. COM 17. LPT 18. SPK 19. SPDIFO 20. F_AUDIO 21. PCIE1 22. PCI1~2 23. PCIEX16 24. ATX12V COMPONENTS LGA1155 socket 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector 240-pin DDR3 Module slots Standard 24-pin ATX power connector Front panel USB 3.0 header Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors Serial ATA 6.
Chapter 1 I/O Ports or 1. PS/2 Mouse and PS/2 Keyboard combo connector Use this PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 mouse or a PS/2 keyboard. 2. USB 2.0 Ports Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices. 3. HDMI Port (or DVI Port) You can connect the display device to the HDMI/DVI port. 4. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port. 5. USB 3.0 Ports Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices. 6. LAN Port Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard: • • • • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity. Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard. Leave components in the static-proof bags.
2-3. Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Chapter 2 To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”.
2-4. Installing Hardware • • • • This motherboard has an LGA1155 socket. When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory. You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.
D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically. Chapter 2 Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.
• • • • • • Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket. Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied.
2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules • • Chapter 2 • • This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support two 240-pin DDR3 1600*/1333/1066. Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules. You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. Total memory capacity is 16 GB.
2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards Chapter 2 The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.
Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: Chapter 2 1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. 2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. 3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw. 1.
2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices Chapter 2 Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: No. Components No.
1. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate. Chapter 2 Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup. 2 & 3. SATA1~3: Serial ATA connectors SATA2~3 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s devices, and SATA1 connector supports the Serial ATA 6.
4. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header Chapter 2 This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS. 5.
6. F_USB1: Front Panel USB 2.0 header The motherboard has one USB 2.0 header supporting two USB 2.0 ports. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard. Chapter 2 Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hangup. 7.
8. COM: Onboard serial port header Chapter 2 Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system. 9. LPT: Onboard parallel port Header This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.
10. SPDIFO: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector. Chapter 2 11. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default.
AC’ 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to support AC97 Audio mode. Chapter 2 If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “ Disabled Front Panel Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Disabled Front Panel Detect ” . * For reference only If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Using Front Jack Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Using Front Jack Detect ”.
2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive. About SATA Connectors Chapter 2 Your motherboard features three SATA connectors supporting a total of three drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation.
2-4-7. Connecting Case Components Chapter 2 After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: No. Components No. Components 1 CPU_FAN 5 PWR_FAN 2 ATX_POWER 6 SPK 3 F_PANEL 7 ATX_12V 4 SYS_FAN - - 1, 4 & 5. CPU_FAN(CPU cooling FAN Power Connector), SYS_FAN(System Cooling FAN Power Connector) & PWR_FAN(Power Cooling FAN Power Connector) Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN.
2 & 7. ATX_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & ATX12V (ATX 12V Power Connector) Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V. Chapter 2 Connecting 24-pin power cable The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply. With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly.
3. Front Panel Header Chapter 2 The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information: Hard Drive Activity LED Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface.
6. SPK: Speaker Connect the case speaker cable to SPK. Chapter 2 This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.
Chapter 3 Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is configured with the values you stored in CMOS.
Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. Chapter 3 Above image is for reference only, for details please refer to actual image. Resetting the Default CMOS Values When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings Wrong” message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings and Save it to reset the default CMOS values.
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a icon. The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings. BIOS Navigation Keys The BIOS navigation keys are listed below: KEY FUNCTION Exits the current menu Scrolls through the items on a menu +/Enter Change Opt.
Main Menu This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system language, date and time. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III System Date System Time Security Exit Choose the system default language BIOS Information System Language Boot English Thu 05/03/2012 00:00:56 Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system. Advanced Chipset LAN Configuration PC Health Status Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration Super IO Configuration Trusted Computing Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology M.I.
LAN Configuration The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN 1 Controller LAN Configuration Onboard LAN Controller Enabled Network stack Ipv4 PXE Support Ipv6 PXE Support Enabled Enabled Enabled Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit PC Health Status : : : : : : 2872 RPM 0 RPM 0 RPM 1.068V 1.500V 1.044V -=- PECI Mode -=Offset to TCC Activation Temp. : : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
CPU/System/Power Smart Fan Control (Enabled) This item enables you to define the CPU/System/Power by smartly adjusting the CPU/System/Power Fan. When it is set at certain temperature, the CPU/System/ Power Fan PWM value will change accordingly. Smart Fan Mode (Normal) This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature.
Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit About Resume by Ring Resume By RING Resume By PME Resume By USB (S3) Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Resume By PS2 MS (S3) EUP Function Power LED Type Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Dual Color LED : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
ACPI Configuration The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot ACPI Settings ACPI Sleep State S3 only (Suspend to ... Security Exit Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
CPU Configuration The item in the menu shows the CPU. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3220 CPU @ 3.
Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled) Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit. Excute Disable Bit (Enabled) This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation.
SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial-ATA configuration options. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot SATA Configuration SATA Mode IDE Mode SATA Port1 Not Present SATA Port2 Not Present SATA Port3 Not Present Security Exit Determines how SATA controller(s) operate. : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
USB Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security USB Configuration All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit All USB Devices (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.
Super IO Configuration Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) Super IO Chip Serial Port 0 Configutation Parallel Port Configutation IT8728 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Parallel Port Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Parallel Port Device Settings Enabled IO=378h; IRQ=5; DMA=3; Change Settings Device Mode Auto ECP Mode Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Trusted Computing Use this item to show the information of trusted computing configuration. Advanced Chipset TPM Configuration TPM Support M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Enable or Disable Bios Support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device.TCG EFI Protocol and INT1A interface will not be available. Enabled Current TPM Status Information No Security Device Found : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration Use this item to show the information of Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration. Main Advanced Chipset Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration BIOS Hotkey Pressed MEBx Selection Screen M.I.B III Boot Disabled Disabled Disabled Security Exit Chapter 3 Enabled/Disabled Intel(R) Active Management Technology BIOS Extension. Note: iAMT H/W is always enabled. This option just controls the BIOS extension execution.
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Enabled ISCT Notification Control ISCT WLAN Power Control ISCT WWAN Power Control ISCT Sleep Duration Value Format Enabled Enabled Enabled Actual Time Security Exit Enabled/Disabled ISCT Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot System Agent Configuration PCH Configuration ME Configuration Security Exit System Agent (SA) Parameters Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
PCH Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Azalia Internal HDMI codec Enabled Enabled Case Open Warning Chassis Opened Disabled [No] Security Exit Select AC Power state when Power is re-applied after a power failure. : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
ME Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME FW Version 8.1.0.1248 Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ME FW Version (8.1.0.1248) This item shows the ME FW version.
M.I.B III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) Menu This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot CPU OverClocking Configuration Chipset OverClocking Configuration B.O.M.P Technology Security Exit CPU OverClocking Configuration Enabled Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3220 CPU @ 3.
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology). Runtime Turbo Enable (Disabled) This item shows if CPU support Runtime Turbo. Over Clocking Extra Vol. (1/256 V) (0) This item allows you to control Extra CPU Voltage. IA Core Current Max (1/8 Amp) (896) Use this item to control CPU Current Limit. iGFX Core Current Max (1/8 Amp) (400) Use this item to control iGFX Core Current Limit.
Performance Memory Profiles (Automatic) This item enables you to set the Performance Memory Profile. XMP Profile 1/2 (Supported/Not Supported) These items show the information of Performance Memory Profile. Memory Timing Configuration This item shows the information of Memory Timing. Row Precharge Time (tRP) (9) This item specifies Row precharge to Active or Auto-Refresh of the same bank. RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) (9) This item specifies the RAS# to CAS# delay to Rd/Wr command to the same bank.
B.O.M.P Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable B.O.M.P technology. This function can run safe setting to setup menu when system boot fail 3 times. Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3220 CPU @ 3.30GHz This item shows the CPU information. Processor Speed (3300 MHz) This item shows the CPU speed. Memory Frequency (1333 MHz) This item shows the memory frequency. Total Memory (2048 MB (DDR3)) This item shows the total memory. Chapter 3 CPU Current Voltage (1.
Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Operation System Select Launch PXE OpROM Launch Strorage OpROM Windows 7 or other OS Disabled Enabled On Enabled LEGACY Bootup NumLock State Quiet Boot Boot mode select Set Boot Priority Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 Boot Option #4 Boot Option #5 Boot Option #6 Boot Option #7 Hard Disk CD/DVD USB Floppy USB CD/DVD USB Hard Disk USB Key: Ut165 1.
Hard Disk Drive/ CD/DVD ROM Drive/ USB/IDE Floppy Drive/ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive/ USB HardDisk Drive/ USB Flash Drive/ NETWORK Device Drive Priorities These items enable you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system. Press to see the submenu. CSM parameters OpROM execution, boot options filter,etc. CSM parameters Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen.
Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Secure Boot Secure Boot Mode Image Execution Policy Key Management Security Exit Secure Boot mode selector. ‘Standard’ -fixed Secure boot policy, ‘Custom’ changeable Image Execution policy and Secure Boot Key databases Setup Disabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Image Execution Policy Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Internal FV Option ROM Removable Media Fixed Media Chipset M.I.B III Always Execute Deny Execute Deny Execute Deny Execute Boot Security Exit Image Execution Policy per device path on Security Violation. Note: Only users logged with Administrative password can exercise Query User policy setting Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Key Management Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Advanced Chipset Platform Key (PK) Set PK from File Get PK to File Delete the PK Key Exchange Key Database (KEK) Set KEK from File Get KEK to File Delete the KEK Append an entry to KEK Authorized Signature Database (DB) Set DB from File Get DB to File Delete the DB Append an entry to DB Forbidden Signature Database (DBX) Set DBX from File Get DBX to File Delete the DBX Append an entry to DBX M.I.
Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Back to EZ Mode Security Exit Go back to EZ Mode. Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Chapter 3 Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Save as User Defaults Restore User Defaults Boot Override KingstonDataTraveler 2.
Updating the BIOS 1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing. 2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Advanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.) 3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.) 4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer’s Web site.
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Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8 The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software. The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP/7/8. When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it: Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit. Click “Exit” button to close the Auto-Setup window.
Click Next. The following screen appears: 3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. 4. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items. Chapter 4 2. Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.
Windows 7/8 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Yes” to install the next driver. Continue this process to complete the drivers installation. If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers.
eSF eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance with your PC’s system loading and temperature. It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to optimize your system cooling environment. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required. eDLU Chapter 4 ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online.
Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http:// www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.
2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan. Start up problems after prolong use After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure. 1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper.
67 If fail, contact RMA CLR CMOS and restart. Yes Halt at POST screen Yes Check if monitor has display Yes Check if Power Supply Unit (PSU) is working Power Bu on is pressed but PC fails to start. - need to CLRCMOS. HDD problem.
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