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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 63 Using the Motherboard Software 63 Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8.......................................63 Running Setup........................................................................63 Manual Installation..........................................................................65 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility).....................................65 Chapter 5 67 Trouble Shooting 67 Start up problems during assembly..............................................
Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Thank you for choosing the B85H3-M7 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150 socket for Intel ® Haswell Processor. This motherboard is based on Intel® B85 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel long DDR3 1600/1333 MHz.
Chapter 1 Specifications CPU • LGA1150 socket for Intel ® Haswell Processor Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list. Chipset • Intel® B85 Express Chipset Memory • • • Dual-channel long DDR3 memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB Supports DDR3 1600/1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.
• • • • • • • • • • AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM Supports Plug and Play, STR(S3)/STD(S4) Supports Hardware Monitor Supports ACPI & DMI Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS Supports Dual/Triple Display (depends on display output) F7 hot key for boot up devices option Supports Pgup clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only) Supports Multi-Language Supports AC’97/HD Audio auto detect (default) Form Factor • Micro-ATX Size, 225mm x 180mm B85H3-M7 USER MANUAL Chapter 1 System BIOS 3
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LABEL 1. CPU Socket 2. SYS_FAN 3. CPU_FAN 4. DDR3_1~2 5. ATX_POWER 6. SATA2_3~4 7. CASE 8. F_PANEL 9. SPK 10. SATA3_1~2 11. F_USB1~2 12. LDC 13. COM 14. LPT 15. F_AUDIO 16.SPDIFO 17. PCIE1~2 18. CLR_CMOS 19. PCIEX16 20. USB3F 21. ATX12V COMPONENTS LGA1150 socket 3-pin system cooling fan connector (co-lay 4-pin) 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector 240-pin long DDR3 Module slots Standard 24-pin ATX power connector Serial ATA 3.
Chapter 1 I/O Ports 1. PS/2 Mouse (green) Use this PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 mouse. 2. PS/2 Keyboard (purple) Use this PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard. 3. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port. 4. DVI Port You can connect the display device to the DVI port. 5. HDMI Port You can connect the display device to the HDMI port. 6. USB 2.0 Ports Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices. 7. USB 3.0 Ports Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices. 8.
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 1. 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 LGA1150 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 two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin DDR3 1600/1333. 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. SATA2_3/4 & SATA3_1/2 : Serial ATA connectors SATA2_3/4 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s devices, and SATA3_1/ 2 connectors support the Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s device, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA. Chapter 2 2. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed.
3. F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers Chapter 2 The motherboard has two USB 2.0 headers supporting four 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. 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. 4.
5. COM: Onboard serial port header Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system. Chapter 2 6. LPT: Onboard parallel port Header This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.
7. SPDIFO: SPDIF out header Chapter 2 This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector. 8. 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. 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 ” . Chapter 2 * 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 ”.
9. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header Chapter 2 This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate. 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.
2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive. About SATA Connectors Chapter 2 Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four 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 SYS_FAN 4 F_PANEL 2 CPU_FAN 5 SPK 3 ATX_POWER 6 ATX12V 1 & 2. CPU_FAN(CPU cooling FAN Power Connector) & SYS_FAN (co-lay 4 pin)(System Cooling FAN Power Connector) Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
3 & 6. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III System Language Security Exit Choose the system default language BIOS Information System Date System Time Boot English Tue 07/03/2013 00:05:46 Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by an 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 +/- Change Opt.
Main Menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the main menu appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press to display the submenu. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III System Date System Time Security Exit Choose the system default language BIOS Information System Language Boot English Tue 07/23/2013 00:05:46 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 M.I.
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 Smart Fan Function Chapter 3 CPU Temperature (DTS) System Temperature CPU Fan Speed System Fan Speed Processor Input Voltage DIMM Voltage : : : : : : 45 32 0C 3126 RPM 0 RPM 1.740V 1.
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. If you choose Quiet mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment. If you choose Silent mode, the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjusted depending on users’ parameters.
Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Power Management Setup Chapter 3 Resume By RING Resume By PME Resume By USB Resume By PS2 KB Resume By PS2 MS Resume By RTC Alarm EUP Function Power LED Type Security Exit About Resume by Ring Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Dual Color LED : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
PCI Express Configuration The item in the menu shows the information of PCI Express Configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III NB PCI Express Configuration PCI Express 16X PCI Express 16X Speed Auto Boot Security Exit Configure PCI Express 16X speed B0: D1:F0 Gen 1- Gen 3 PCI E 1 PCIe Speed Auto PCI E 2 PCIe Speed Auto : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
ACPI Setting The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot ACPI Settings ACPI Sleep State Security Exit Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the suspend button is pressed. S3 (Suspend to RAM) Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4765T CPU @ 2.00GHz This is display-only field and diaplays the information of the CPU installed in your computer. EM64T (Supported) This item shows the computer supports EMT64. Processor Speed (2000MHz) This item shows the current processor speed. Processor Stepping (306c3) This item shows the processor stepping version. Processor Cores (4) This item shows the core number of the processor.
Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Enabled) Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not running. Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.
SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of SATA configuration options. Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Determines how SATA Controller(s) operate.
USB Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit USB Support Parameters 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 the Super IO Configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Super IO Configuration Security Exit Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) Super IO Chip IT8728 : 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 Super IO Chip (IT8728) This item shows the information of the super IO chip.
Parallel Port Configuration Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Parallel Port Configuration Security Enabled or Disabled Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE) 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.
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. Advanced Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Chipset M.I.B III Boot Disabled Security Exit Enable/Disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology. Main ISCT Support Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Disabled Boot Security Enable/Disable ISCT Support 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 ISCT Support (Enabled) Use this item to enable/disable ISCT Support.
Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration Use this item to show the information of Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration. Advanced Chipset Intel AMT BIOS Hotkey Pressed MEBx Selection Screen M.I.B. III Disabled Disabled Disabled Boot Security Exit Enable/Disable Intel(R) Active Management Technology BIOS Extension. Note: iAMT H/W is always enabled. This option just controls the BIOS extension execution.
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 Security Exit System Agent (SA) Parameters System Agent Configuration PCH Configuration ME Configuration 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 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 Management Engine Technology Configuration ME Control ME FW Version Enabled 9.0.10.1372 Boot Security Enable/Disable FirmME SubsystemME Help ware Chapter 3 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
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 M.I.B.
CPU Ratio (20) This item allows users to control non turbo CPU ratio. Package Current Lock (Disabled) Use this item to enable/disable Package Current Lock. IA Core Current (Maximum) ) Use this item to control CPU Current Limit. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology). Turbo Mode (Enabled) This item allows you to control the Intel Turbo Boost Technology.
North Bridge Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Graphics Core Ratio Limit Security Exit Graphics Core Ratio Limit 24 : 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 Chapter 3 Main Intel Graphics Configuration Graphics Core Ratio Limit (24) This item allows you to control the internal GFX core ratio.
Memory Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Memory Information Memory RC Version Memory Frequency Total Memory 1.6.1.
Advanced Chipset M.I.B. III Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Enh Interleave Support RI Support DLL Weak Lock Support Mc Lock CMD Tri-State Memory Scrambler MRC Fast Boot Memory Remap Memory Thermal Management DDR PowerDown and idle counter Refresh 2x Mode Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled BIOS Disabled Boot Security Exit Enable or disable 2xRef when warm and Hot 2-iNC enables 2xRef when Hot.
Mc Lock (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable capacity to lock MC registers or not. CMD Tri-State (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the CMD Tri-State (ending of the training). Memory Scrambler (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the memory scrambler. MRC Fast Boot (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the WRC fast boot. Memory Remap (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the memory remap above 4G.
Over Voltage Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Advanced Ch0WriteVref Ch1WriteVref ChVrefCA ChReadVref Chipset 0.744V 0.744 V 0.744V 0.744V M.I.B.
CPU/RING/Cache/GT Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) (0) This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT Adaptive voltage target from 0 to 2000mV. CPU/RING/Cache/GT Voltage Mode (Adaptive) This item allows you to set the CPU/RING/Cache/GT voltage mode. CPU/RING/Cache/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD Voltage Offset(mV) (0) This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD voltage offset from -1000 to 998mV. Offset Prefix (-/+) This item allows you to select the offset value as positive (+) or negative (-).
Warning: Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components that are run beyond the rated limits. Chapter 3 Spread Spectrum (Enabled) If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system. Intel(R) Core (TM) i7-4765T CPU @ 2.
Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B.
Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Main Advanced Administrator Password Status User Password Status Chipset M.I.B. III Boot Security Exit Not Install Not Install Set Administrator Password Setup Disabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. Main Advanced Back to EZ Mode Chipset M.I.B. III Boot 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 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
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.
69 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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