User manual GIGABYTE MN525MI

[. . . ] 12 -3- MN525RI Motherboard Layout -4- Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ESATA1 BATTERY USB_LAN1 CLR_CMOS USB_LAN2 VGA ATX_12V FAN1 FAN2 CPU_HS SODIMMA SODIMMB ATX F_PANEL SATAII1~5 F_USB2 F_USB1 PCIE4X 80H COM Code Description eSATA port Battery socket USB ports and LAN port Clear CMOS jumper USB ports and LAN port VGA port 4 pin power connector CPU fan cable connector System fan cable connector Processor DDR3 SO-DIMM slot DDR3 SO-DIMM slot 24 pin power connector Front panel connector SATA cable connectors Front USB cable connector Front USB cable connector PCI-E x4 slot LPC80 connector Serial cable connector -5- Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation. [. . . ] The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: SODIMMA Channel B: DIMM1B, DIMM2B SODIMMA SODIMMB Hardware Installation -9- 1-3-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Installation Step: Step 1. Align the memory with the DIMM module and insert the DIMM memory module into the DIM slot. Please note that memory module has a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed In only one direction. Step 2. Push down the memory and seat it firmly. Step 3. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module. 1 2 Hardware Installation - 10 - 1-4 Back Panel Connectors Video Port The video in port allows connect to video in, which can also apply to video loop thru function. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. USB 2. 0/1. 1 Port USB 2. 0/1. 1 Port eSTA Port The USB port supports the USB 2. 0/1. 1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. The USB port supports the USB 2. 0/1. 1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. This connector supports SATA 3Gb/s specification. Use the port to connect an external SATA device or a SATA port multiplier Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED Connection/Speed LED: State Orange Green Off Description 1 Gbps data rate 100 Mbps data rate 10 Mbps data rate Activity LED: State Description Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring LAN Port • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 11 - Hardware Installation 1-5 Internal Connectors 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) ATX ATX_12V FAN1 FAN2 SATAII1~5 F_PANEL 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) F_USB1 F_USB2 COM 80H BAT CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 12 - ATX 1/2) ATX/ATX_12V (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. [. . . ] • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. • When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up). • Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations. - 17 - Hardware Installation 12) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e. g. [. . . ]