Product manual

KP915GV Product Manual
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Preface
Revision History
Revision history
No. Date Description
1.0 September 2005
• First Release
2.0 December 2005
• Updates to clarify jumper default positioning, non-support
for S/PDIF In and Out on board, BIOS update to P28 version,
and editorial changes to some tables. Added details to OEM
Features section. No functional changes.
3.0 March 2006
• Revised silk screen content for product designation and UL
approval type (listed).
• Updated for DDR-II DIMM connector PN change.
• Changed BIOS default setting to have all SATA ports
enabled.
• All content now RoHS regulation compliant with modified
product codes to provide awareness.
• New stepping level of SIO chip set is now included
(PC8374L0IBW/VLA A4). Removed reference to “K” or “L”
versions from manual.
• Clarified PCI support provided by the ICH6 subsystem (no
PCI-X support).
Notational Conventions
Notes indicate important information
about the product.
Tips indicate alternate techniques or
procedures that you can use to save
time or better understand the product.
Cautions indicate potentially hazardous
situations which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury or damage to
data or hardware. It may also alert you
about unsafe practices.
The globe indicates a World Wide
Web address.
Warnings indicate potentially hazardous
situations which, if not avoided, can result
in death or serious injury.
The book indicates a book or file.
ESD cautions indicate situations that
may cause damage to hardware via
electro-static discharge (ESD).
Danger indicates imminently hazardous
situations which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Installation Notes
When installing this motherboard into a suitable chassis, refer to the following notes:
• Read and save all instructions.
•
Always disconnect Cord/Plug before installation or upgrade. Parts of the motherboard can
remain powered even when the power supply is switched off unless the cord is disconnected.
• Pay attention to the safety warnings included in this document.
• When installing expansion cards, pay attention to the maximum loads detailed in this
document. Use only UL approved peripheral cards.
• Route wiring away from sharp edges, heat sources and cooling fans.
• Pay attention to the thermal issues described in this document. The motherboard requires
suitable airflow to maintain an ambient temperature within its operating range.