Preface B85M-E43 DASH Motherboard G52-78301X1
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the B85M-E43 DASH Series (MS-7830 v1.X) MicroATX motherboard. The B85M-E43 DASH Series motherboards are based on Intel® B85 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1150 processor, the B85M-E43 DASH Series motherboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Packing Contents Chapter 1 Motherboard Drivers & Utilities Disc Motherboard User Guide SATA Cable Software & Application User Guide I/O Shield Optional Accessories USB 3.0 Bracket M-Connector * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased. * If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer.
■ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. ■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component. ■ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
Motherboard Specifications Chapter 1 CPU Support ■ 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for LGA 1150 socket Chipset ■ Intel® B85 Express Chipset Memory Support ■ 4x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to 32GB ■ Supports DDR3 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz ■ Dual channel memory architecture ■ Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory ■ Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) Expansion Slots ■ 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot ■ 2x PCIe 2.
■ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ■ 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector ■ 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ■ 2x SATA 3Gb/s connectors ■ 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) ■ 1x USB 3.0 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.
Connectors Quick Guide CPUFAN JCOM2 DIMM4 DIMM3 DIMM2 DIMM1 JPWR2 CPU Socket JCOM1 SYSFAN2 Chapter 1 Back Panel SYSFAN1 JPWR1 PCI_E1 JBAT1 SATA5_6 PCI_E2 SATA1 PCI_E3 SATA2 SATA4 SATA3 PCI1 JAUD1 JLPT1 JUSB3 JFP2 JTPM1 JFP1 JUSB2 JCI1 Getting Started 1-6 JUSB1
Connectors Reference Guide Port Type Page Back Panel 1-8 CPU Socket LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-11 CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2 Fan Power Connectors 1-20 DIMM1~4 DDR3 Memory Slots 1-14 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1-23 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 1-25 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-23 JCOM1~2 Serial Port Connectors 1-25 JFP1, JFP2 System Panel Connectors 1-21 JLPT1 Parallel Port Connector 1-24 JPWR1~2 ATX Power Connectors 1-16 JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 1-24 JUSB1~2 USB 2.
Back Panel Quick Guide PS/2 Mouse Port LAN Port VGA Port USB 2.0 Port Line-In USB 3.0 Port RS-Out Line-Out CS-Out Mic PS/2 Keyboard USB 2.0 Port Port HDMI SS-Out DVI-D Port Chapter 1 ▶ PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port The PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connectors for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard. ▶ LAN Port The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN).
▶ HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio-video interface that is capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all types of TV formats, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. ▶ DVI-D Port The DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface- Digital) connector can be connected to a LCD monitor, or a CRT monitor with an adapter.
CPU (Central Processing Unit) Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU The surface of the LGA 1150 CPU has two notches and a golden triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator. Notch Notch Chapter 1 Golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator Important Overheating Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
CPU & Heatsink Installation When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard. Video Demonstration 1. Push the load lever down to unclip it and lift to the fully open position. 2. The load plate will automatically lift up as the load lever is pushed to the fully open position.
3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down, without tilting or sliding the CPU in the socket. Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. 4. Close and slide the load plate under the retention knob. Close and engage the load lever. CPU notches Chapter 1 Alignment Key Retention knob 5. When you press down the load lever the PnP cap will automatically pop up from the CPU socket. Do not discard the PnP cap.
7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. 8. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan’s cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. Chapter 1 CPU fan connector 9. Push down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into the holes on the motherboard. Press the four fasteners down to fasten the heatsink. As each fastener locks into position a click should be heard. 10.
Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report/ Chapter 1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously.
Mounting Screw Holes The I/O ports should be facing toward the rear of the computer case. They should line up with the holes on the I/O backplate. Chapter 1 When installing the motherboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the motherboard package.
Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector. If done correctly, the clip on the power cable should be hooked on the motherboard’s power connector. d n u d ro un .G ro 1 .G 2 Chapter 1 JPWR2 V 2 1 V .+ 2 3 .
Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. Chapter 1 PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCI1: PCI Expansion Slot The PCI slot supports additional LAN, SCSI, USB, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.
Video/ Graphics Cards If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the motherboard’s expansion slots. Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost the system’s graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Video Demonstration Chapter 1 Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot with butterfly lock. http://youtu.
Internal Connectors SATA1~6: SATA Connectors This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray). Video Demonstration SATA1 SATA2 SATA6 SATA5 SATA3 SATA4 SATA1~4 (6Gb/s) SATA5~6 (3Gb/s) Important • Many SATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply.
CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans. Some system fans may not connect to the motherboard and will instead connect to the power supply directly. A system fan can be plugged into any available system fan connector.
JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When installing the front panel connectors, please use the optional M-Connector to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the M-Connector and then plug the M-Connector into the motherboard. Video Demonstration Spe ake r zer 2 .+ 8 . 6 .+ 4 . Buz D D in E LE P rL d o e n .
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connector This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. d C un + .N o 1 0 r B 1 .G S B1 8 U . S 6 U C . 4 VC . 2 in P nd o u + .N r o 0 9 G B 0. 7 .U S B S C 5 U . C 3 .V 1 Chapter 1 Important Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage. JUSB3: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this intrusion and a warning message will flash on screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record. Chapter 1 d n u RU ro T .G IN 1 .C 2 JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case.
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Module. Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. T C L Y .S 5 E S 2 .P U K# 7 3 2 1.B C ND 6 2 9.A R ND 5 1 7.P R ND 4 1 5.P R ND 3 1 .P 3 R D 2 1 1.P RN D 1 1 .P N D 9 .P R N D0 7 .PR N B# 5 .PR ST 3 .R 1 in P d o un d .N ro un d 6 2 4.G ro un d 2 2.G ro un d 2 .G ro un d 0 2 .G r o u n d 8 # 1 . G r o u n d IN 6 1 .G ro un L 4 S 1 2.G ro _ # 1 .G PT IT 0 1 .
JCOM1~2: Serial Port Connector This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device. in P o .N S 0 T R 1 .C S 8 D R . 6 T .D N 4 SI . 2 Chapter 1 I S d .R T n 9 . R r ou T 7 .G U 5 . SO C D 3 .D 1 Jumper JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data.
Drivers and Utilities After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide. You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled security program. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative utilities.
Chapter 2 Quick Installation This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature and view system information such as the CPU name, DRAM capacity, the OS version and the BIOS version. Users can import and export parameter data for backup or for sharing with friends.
Entering Setup The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal conditions. You may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. ■ You want to change the default settings for customized features. Important • Please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings if the system becomes unbootable after changing BIOS settings.
Overview After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed. BIOS menu selection General Help ▶ BIOS menu selection ■ Main - Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. ■ Advanced - Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features. ■ Overclocking - This menu contains the frequency and voltage adjustments. Increasing the frequency can get better performance, however high frequency and heat can cause instability, we do not recommend general users to overclock.
Operation You can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations. Hot key Mouse <↑↓→← > Description Select Item .
Main ▶ System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is . Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. The month from Jan. through Dec. The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. The year can be adjusted by users. ▶ SATA Port Show the information of connected SATA device.
Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PEG0 - Gen X [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol for matching different installed devices [Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3. supports. [Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only. [Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only. [Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only. Chapter 3 ▶ PCI Latency Timer [32] Sets latency timer of PCI interface device.
▶ LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Enables or disables the legacy network Boot Option ROM for detailed settings. This item will appear when "Onboard LAN Controller" is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the onboard LAN Boot ROM. [Disabled] Disables the onboard LAN Boot ROM. ▶ SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller. The default mode is AHCI. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE Mode] Specify the IDE mode for SATA storage devices.
▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Sets Intel® Rapid Start Technology for optimizing the system resume operation. Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Intel® Rapid Start Technology lets the system resume from sleep mode quickly. This function is available when an SSD is installed. [Enabled] Enables Intel Rapid Start Technology. [Disabled] Disables Intel Rapid Start Technology.
▶ RapidStart Display Type [BIOS Save/Restore] Selects the screen type of Intel Rapid Start Display. [BIOS Save/Restore] The BIOS POST splash screen will be saved/ restored. [DeskTop Save/Restore] The desktop image will be saved/ restored. ▶ LakeTiny Feature [Disabled] Enables or disables Intel Lake Tiny technology with iRST for SSD. This item appears when "Intel C-State" is enabled. [Enabled] Enhance the dynamic IO load adjusted performance for accelerating the SSD speed. [Disabled] Disables this feature.
▶ Device Mode [Printer Mode] Selects an operating mode for parallel port. [Printer Mode] Printer port mode [SPP] Standard Parallel Port mode [EPP-1.9/ 1.7 + SPP] Enhanced Parallel Port-1.9/ 1.7 mode + Standard Parallel Port mode. [ECP] Extended Capability Port mode [ECP + EPP-1.9/ 1.7] Extended Capability Port mode + Enhanced Parallel Port-1.9/ 1.7 mode. ▶ Hardware Monitor Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ CPU Smart Fan Control [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU smart fan control.
▶ MCTP Configuration Sets the Management Component Transport Protocol (MCTP). Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ MCTP Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the Management Component Transport Protocol (MCTP) of onboard Realtek LAN chip. ▶ PLDM for SMBIOS [Enabled] Sends the BIOS information (ex. CPU speed, memory size, etc.) to the Realtek Management Console Utility.This item will appear when “MCTP Support” is enabled. [Enabled] Enables this function. the priority of boot devices.
▶ Power Management Setup Sets system Power Management of EuP2013 and AC Power Loss behaviors. Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ EuP 2013 [Disabled] Enables or disables the system power consumption according to EuP2013 regulation. [Enabled] Optimize the system power consumption according to EuP 2013 regulation. [Disabled] Disables this function. Note: When enabled, the system will not support RTC wake up event functions.
▶ USB Support [Full Initial] Disabling the USB devices temporarily during POST will accelerate the system boot. The USB devices will be available after entering the operating system. This item will appear when “Fast Boot” is enabled. [Disabled] Disables the USB devices during POST for faster boot time. [Full Initial] Enables the USB devices during POST. ▶ PS2 Devices Support [Enabled] Disabling the PS2 devices temporarily during POST will accelerate the system boot.
▶ Image Execution Policy Sets the policy when the system image execution policy on Security Violation. Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when “Secure Boot Mode” sets to [Custom]. ▶ Key Management Manages the secure boot keys. Press to enter the sub-menu. This submenu will appear when “Secure Boot Mode” sets to [Custom]. ▶ Wake Up Event Setup Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Press to enter the sub-menu.
Overclocking Important • Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. • Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or severely damage your hardware. ▶ Current CPU/ DRAM/ Ring Frequency These items show the current frequencies of installed CPU, Memory and Ring. Readonly. ▶ Adjust CPU Ratio [Auto] Sets the CPU ratio that is used to determine CPU clock speed. This item can only be changed if the processor supports this function.
▶ Intel Turbo Boost [Enabled] Enables or disables the Intel® Turbo Boost. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this function. [Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically above rated specifications when system request the highest performance state. [Disabled] Disables this function. ▶ Enhanced Turbo [Auto] Enables or disables Enhanced Turbo function for all CPU cores to boost CPU performance. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this function.
▶ Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P) [Disabled] X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Profile) is the overclocking technology by memory module. This item will be available when you install the memory modules that support X.M.P. technology. [Disabled] Disables this function. [Profile 1] Uses profile1 over-clocking settings of installed XMP memory module. [Profile 2] Uses profile2 over-clocking settings of installed XMP memory module. ▶ DRAM Timing Mode [Auto] Selects the memory timing mode.
▶ CPU Core Voltage [Auto] Sets CPU Core voltage. If set to "Auto", BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually. ▶ Current CPU Core Voltage Show the current CPU Core voltage. Read-only. ▶ DRAM Voltage [Auto] Sets the memory voltage. If set to "Auto", BIOS will set memory voltage automatically or you can set it manually. ▶ Current DRAM Voltage Shows current memory voltage. Read only.
▶ MEMORY-Z Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and timings of installed memory. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F5]. ▶ DIMM1~4 Memory SPD Press to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the information of installed memory. Read only. ▶ CPU Features Press to enter the sub-menu.
▶ Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher (MLC Streamer prefetcher). [Enabled] Allows the hardware prefetcher to automatically pre-fetch data and instructions into L2 cache from memory for tuning the CPU performance. [Disabled] Disables the hardware prefetcher. ▶ Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher).
▶ LakeTiny Feature [Disabled] Enables or disables Intel Lake Tiny feature with iRST for SSD. This item appears when a installed CPU supports this function and "Intel C-State" is enabled. [Enabled] Enhance the dynamic IO load adjusted performance for accelerating the SSD speed. [Disabled] Disables this feature. Note: The following items will appear when "Intel Turbo Boost " is enabled. ▶ Long Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto] Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.
M-Flash Important M-Flash funcion allows you to update BIOS from USB flash disk (FAT32/ NTFS format only), or allows the system to boot from the BIOS file inside USB flash disk (FAT/ FAT32 format only). ▶ BIOS Boot Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the system to boot form USB flash disk with BIOS file. [Enabled] Enables the system to boot from the BIOS within USB flash disk. [Disabled] Enables the system to boot from the BIOS within ROM on motherboard.
Boot ▶ Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled] Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST. [Enabled] The OS boots straight to the GUI without showing the POST screen. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages at booting. ▶ Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI] Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS installation requirement. [UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only. [LEGACY+UEFI] Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot mode.
Security ▶ Administrator Password Sets administrator password for system security. Enters the administrator password if set; user has full rights to change the BIOS items. ▶ User Password Sets User Password for system security. Enters the user password if set; but user might have limited rights to change the BIOS items. Important Chapter 3 When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen. Type the password then press .
▶ Chassis Intrusion Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. Chapter 3 ▶ Chassis Intrusion [Disabled] This function will be available if the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch. Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a warning message. To clear the warning message, set the item to [Reset], then it will return to [Enabled] later.
Save & Exit ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Exit BIOS setup without saving any change. This it is used to abandon all changes and exit BIOS setup. ▶ Save Changes and Reboot This item is used to save all changes and reboot the system. ▶ Save Changes This item is used to save current changes. ▶ Discard Changes This item is used to discard current all changes and restore to the previous values. Chapter 3 ▶ Restore Defaults This item is used to restore/ load all default values by the BIOS vendor.
Appendix A Realtek Audio The Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-Right channels.
Software Configuration Appendix A After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will appear at the notification area (lower right of the screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly. double click the icon It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel.
▶ Volume Adjustment You can control the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar. ▶ Application Enhancement The array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device. ▶ Jack status panel This panel depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your computer.
Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting.
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Appendix B Intel SBA Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) provides an out-of-the-box hardware-based security and productivity suite designed for the small business user. Intel® SBA includes a customizable user interface and several bundled Intel applications.
Prerequisites Appendix B ■ Supported Operating Systems Intel SBA supports following OS: ■ Windows 7 Professional 64-bit and 32-bit ■ Windows 7 Enterprise 64-bit ■ Windows 8 PRO 64-bit and 32-bit ■ Required User Permissions You must run the installer and the customization wizard with a user that has local administrator permissions on the computer. ■ Windows Update Settings In certain conditions, the Windows Update task in the PC Health Center application is disabled and cannot be enabled.
Installing Intel SBA This procedure describes how to install Intel SBA. ■ To install Intel SBA: 1. Logon to the computer with a user that has administrator privileges. 2. Insert the application DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. The setup screen will automatically appear. 3. Click OTHERS tab. 4. Select Intel SBA to start installing. Software Configuration After installation of the Intel SBA software is complete, the Intel SBA service is started.
Password settings By default, the system is in an unconfigured state. Before the hardware capabilities can be used by Intel SBA software, the system must be configured. This is done in the Settings > Password Settings tab in the main menu of the GUI. Appendix B Fill out the form to create the new password and click “Save”. You will be asked to enter the password when you want to start using Intel SBA. Important • Upon completion of the password settings, please keep your password secure.
