DFI G7L332-L User Manual

935-G7L321-000GA09400904G7L332-LSystem BoardUser’s Manual

Introduction110FeaturesThe Watchdog Timer function allows yourapplication to regularly “clear” the system atthe set time interval. If the system hangs

1004Supported Software3. Click Finish. Reboot thesystem for DirectX totake effect.

1014Supported Software1. Click Next to continue.2. Setup is now ready toinstall. Click Next.Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0To install, click “Adobe Acrobat R

1024Supported Software5. Click Finish to exitinstallaion.4. Click Install to begininstallation.

1034Supported SoftwareInstallation Notes1. "Autorun" ONLY supports the Windows® 2000 and Windows®XP operating systems. If after inserting th

A104Enabling Hyper-Threading TechnologyEnabling Hyper-Threading TechnologyTo enable the functionality of the Hyper-Threading Technology, pleasefollow

AEnabling Hyper-Threading Technology105d. Now click the Hardware tab then click Device Manager. Theitems shown under Computer and Processors shouldres

A106Enabling Hyper-Threading Technologye. Lastly, press the <Ctrl> <Alt> and <Del> keyssimultaneously. The Windows Task Manager dial

BSystem Error Message107When the BIOS encounters an error that requires the user to cor-rect something, either a beep code will sound or a message wil

B108System Error MessageHard Disk(s) fail (80)HDD reset failed.Hard Disk(s) fail (40)HDD controller diagnostics failed.Hard Disk(s) fail (20)HDD initi

CTroubleshooting109Troubleshooting ChecklistThis chapter of the manual is designed to help you with problemsthat you may encounter with your personal

1Introduction11The graphics flexibility of the built-in Intel® GraphicsMedia Accelerator (GMA) 950 supports enhanced2D, 3D and video capabilities. It

C110TroubleshootingThe picture seems to be constantly moving.1. The monitor has lost its vertical sync. Adjust the monitor’s verticalsync.2. Move away

CTroubleshooting111Hard DriveHard disk failure.1. Make sure the correct drive type for the hard disk drive hasbeen entered in the BIOS.2. If the syste

C112Troubleshooting3. Verify that the attached serial device works by attaching it to aserial port that is working and configured correctly. If the se

113DWatchdog Sample CodeAppendix D - Watchdog Sample Code;Software programming example:;--------------------------------------------------------------

114DWatchdog Sample CodeMOV DX,2EhMOV AL,73h ;Select CR73 (Watch Dog Timer Time-Out ValueRegister)OUT DX,ALMOV DX,2FhMOV AL,02h ;Set CR73 value =

Introduction112This feature allows the system that is in theSuspend mode or Soft Power Off mode towake-up/power-on to respond to calls coming from an

1Introduction13The RTC installed on the system board allows yoursystem to automatically power-on on the set dateand time.The system board is designed

142Hardware InstallationSystem Board LayoutChapter 2 - Hardware InstallationNote:The illustrations on the following pages are based on the G7L332-Lsys

152Hardware InstallationSystem MemoryWarning:Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your system board,processor, disk drives, add-in boards, and oth

162Hardware InstallationThe system board supports the following memory interface.Single Channel (SC)Data will be accessed in chunks of 64 bits (8B) fr

172Hardware InstallationThe table below lists the various optimal operating modes that shouldbe configured for the memory channel operation.ConfigNo m

182Hardware InstallationConfigDynamic Mode AddressingDynamic Mode AddressingDynamic Mode AddressingDynamic Mode AddressingDynamic Mode AddressingDynam

192Hardware InstallationInstalling the DIM ModuleNote:The system board used in the following illustrations may notresemble the actual board. These ill

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202Hardware Installation7. Seat the module vertically, pressing it down firmly until it is com-pletely seated in the socket.6. Grasping the module by

212Hardware InstallationCPUOverviewThe system board is equipped with a surface mount LGA 775socket. This socket is exclusively designed for installing

222Hardware Installation4. The CPU socket comeswith a cover that isattached with a remov-able protective cap. Thecap is used to protectthe CPU socket

232Hardware Installation8. Position the CPU abovethe socket. The goldmark on the CPU mustalign with pin 1 of theCPU socket.Important:Handle the CPU by

242Hardware Installation10. Once the CPU is inplace, move the coverdown.11. Push the lever down tolock the socket. Thelever should hook ontothe side t

252Hardware InstallationFanHeat sinkStudGroove2. Place the heat sink ontop of the CPU. The 4studs around the heatsink which are used tosecure the heat

262Hardware InstallationJumper SettingsClear CMOS DataIf you encounter the following,a) CMOS data becomes corrupted.b) You forgot the supervisor or us

272Hardware Installation4. After powering-on the system, press <Del> to enter the mainmenu of the BIOS.5. Select the Frequency/Voltage Control s

282Hardware InstallationPS/2 Power SelectJP32-3 On:5V_standby1-2 On: 5V(default)JP3 is used to select the power of the PS/2 keyboard/mouse port.Select

292Hardware InstallationUSB Power SelectUSB 0-3(JP2)2-3 On:5V_standby1-2 On: 5V(default)USB 4-7(JP1)JP1 and JP2 are used to select the power of the US

FCC and DOC Statement on Class BThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of

302Hardware InstallationPower-on SelectJP5 is used to select the method of powering on the system. If youwant the system to power-on whenever AC power

312Hardware InstallationRear Panel I/O PortsThe rear panel I/O ports consist of the following:• PS/2 mouse port• PS/2 keyboard port• Parallel port• CO

322Hardware InstallationPS/2 Mouse and PS/2 Keyboard PortsThese ports are used to connect a PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 key-board. The PS/2 mouse port uses

332Hardware InstallationParallel PortThe system board has a standard parallel port for interfacing yourPC to a parallel printer. It supports SPP, ECP

342Hardware InstallationSerial PortThe onboard COM 1 port and the 9-pin connector for COM 2 areRS-232 asynchronous communication ports with 16C550A-co

352Hardware InstallationThe VGA port is used for connecting a VGA monitor. Connect themonitor’s 15-pin D-shell cable connector to the VGA port. After

362Hardware InstallationUSB PortsUSB allows data exchange between your computer and a widerange of simultaneously accessible external Plug and Play pe

372Hardware InstallationDriver InstallationYou may need to install the proper drivers in your operating systemto use the USB device. Refer to your ope

382Hardware InstallationRJ45 LAN PortThe RJ45 LAN port allows the system board to connect to a localarea network by means of a network hub.BIOS Settin

392Hardware InstallationWAudioRear Audio• Line-in (Light Blue)In a 2-channel or 4-channel mode, this jack is used to connectany audio devices such as

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402Hardware InstallationThe front audio is disabled.The rear audio is enabled.The front audio is enabled.The rear audio is disabled.Pins 5-6 and 9-10

412Hardware InstallationI/O ConnectorsCD-in Internal Audio ConnectorThe CD-in connector is used to receive audio from a CD-ROMdrive, TV tuner or MPEG

422Hardware InstallationS/PDIF ConnectorThe S/PDIF connector is used to connect an external S/PDIF port.Your S/PDIF port may be mounted on a card-edge

432Hardware InstallationFloppy Disk Drive ConnectorThe floppy disk drive connector supports standard floppy diskdrives. The 34-pin connector on the fl

442Hardware InstallationSerial ATA ConnectorsThe four Serial ATA connectors are used for connecting Serial ATAdevices. Connect one end of the Serial A

452Hardware InstallationIDE Disk Drive ConnectorThe IDE header will interface two Enhanced IDE (Integrated DriveElectronics) disk drives. The 40-pin c

462Hardware InstallationAdding a Second IDE Disk DriveWhen using two IDE drives, one must be set as the master and theother as the slave. Follow the i

472Hardware InstallationIrDA ConnectorConnect the cable connector from your IrDA module to the IrDAconnector.Note:The sequence of the pin functions on

482Hardware InstallationCooling Fan ConnectorsConnect the CPU fan’s cable connector to the CPU fan connectoron the system board. The system fan connec

492Hardware InstallationPower ConnectorsWe recommend that you use a power supply that complies with theATX12V Power Supply Design Guide Version 1.1. A

About this ManualAn electronic file of this manual is included in the CD. To view theuser’s manual in the CD, insert the CD into a CD-ROM drive. Theau

502Hardware InstallationFront Panel ConnectorsX121112HDD-LEDRESET SWPWR-LEDPWR-BTNHDD-LED - HDD LEDThis LED will light when the hard drive is being ac

512Hardware InstallationInstall PCI Express x16 graphics card, that comply to the PCI Ex-press specifications, into the PCI Express x16 slot. To insta

523BIOS SetupAward BIOS Setup UtilityThe Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is a program that takes careof the basic level of communication between the

533BIOS SetupDateThe date format is <day>, <month>, <date>, <year>. Day displaysa day, from Sunday to Saturday. Month displays

543BIOS SetupIDE HDD Auto-DetectionDetects the parameters of the drive. The parameters will automati-cally be shown on the screen.IDE Channel 0 Master

553BIOS SetupCapacityDisplays the approximate capacity of the disk drive. Usually the sizeis slightly greater than the size of a formatted disk given

563BIOS SetupVideoThis field selects the type of video adapter used for the primarysystem monitor. Although secondary monitors are supported, you dono

573BIOS SetupExtended MemoryDisplays the amount of extended memory detected during boot-up.Total MemoryDisplays the total memory available in the syst

583BIOS SetupAdvanced BIOS FeaturesThe Advanced BIOS Features allows you to configure your systemfor basic operation. Some entries are defaults requir

593BIOS SetupPhoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup UtilityCPU FeatureItem HelpMenu Level X↑↓: Move PU/PD/+/-: Change Priority F10: Save ESC: ExitF5: P

Introduction16Static Electricity PrecautionsIt is quite easy to inadvertently damage your PC, system board,components or devices even before installin

603BIOS SetupC1E FunctionThe options are Auto and Disabled.Execute Disable BitWhen this field is set to Disabled, it will force the XD feature flag to

613BIOS SetupPhoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup UtilityHard Disk Boot PriorityItem Help Menu Level XUse <↑> or <↓> toselect a device, t

623BIOS Setupspectively. The BIOS will boot the operating system according to thesequence of the drive selected. Set “Boot Other Device” to Enabledif

633BIOS SetupSmall Logo(EPA) ShowEnabled The EPA logo will appear during system boot-up.Disabled The EPA logo will not appear during system boot-up.

643BIOS SetupAdvanced Chipset FeaturesThis section gives you functions to configure the system based onthe specific features of the chipset. The chips

653BIOS SetupMemory Hole At 15M-16MIn order to improve system performance, certain space in memory canbe reserved for ISA cards. This memory must be m

663BIOS SetupPEG/Onchip VGA ControlThis field is used to select the graphics controller that will serve asthe primary boot device. The options are Au

673BIOS SetupIntegrated PeripheralsThe settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not beidentical to this one.OnChip IDE DeviceMo

683BIOS SetupOn-Chip Primary PCI IDEThis field is used to enable or disable the primary IDE controller. Thedefault is Enabled. Select Disabled if you

693BIOS SetupIf the “PATA IDE Mode” field is set to Secondary, this field will show“P0, P2 is Primary”; meaning SATA 0 and SATA 2 are Primary.

1Introduction7About the PackageThe system board package contains the following items. If any ofthese items are missing or damaged, please contact your

703BIOS SetupThe settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not beidentical to this one.Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup UtilityOnb

713BIOS SetupKBC Input ClockThis is used to select the input clock of your keyboard. The optionsare 8MHz and 12MHz.. The default is 8MHz.Super IO Devi

723BIOS SetupPower On FunctionThis field allows you to use the keyboard or PS/2 mouse to power-on the system.MS Move & Click Move and click the PS

733BIOS SetupThis field is used to select the type of IrDA standard supported byyour IrDA device. For better transmission of data, your IrDAperipheral

743BIOS SetupUSB Device SettingMove the cursor to this field and press <Enter>. The followingscreen will appear.The settings on the screen are f

753BIOS SetupUSB Mouse FunctionDue to the limited space of the BIOS ROM, the support for legacyUSB mouse (in DOS mode) is by default set to Disabled.

763BIOS SetupPower Management SetupThe Power Management Setup allows you to configure your systemto most effectively save energy.The settings on the s

773BIOS SetupSoft-Off by PWR-BTTNThis field allows you to select the method of powering off yoursystem.Delay 4 Sec. Regardless of whether the Power Ma

783BIOS SetupPower On by RingSet this field to Enabled to use the modem ring-on function. This willallow your system to power-on to respond to calls c

793BIOS SetupPnP/PCI ConfigurationsThis section shows how to configure the PCI bus system. It coverssome very technical items and it is strongly recom

Introduction18ProcessorChipsetSystem MemoryExpansion SlotsGraphicsAudioLAN• LGA 775 socket for:- Intel® CoreTM2 Duo- Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core E2000 s

803BIOS SetupIRQ ResourcesMove the cursor to this field and press <Enter>. This field is used toset each system interrupt to either Reserved or

813BIOS SetupPC Health StatusThe settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not beidentical to this one.Current System Temp, Curr

823BIOS SetupFrequency/Voltage ControlThe settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not beidentical to this one.Spread SpectrumL

833BIOS SetupLoad Fail-Safe DefaultsThe “Load Fail-Safe Defaults” option loads the troubleshooting de-fault values permanently stored in the ROM chips

843BIOS SetupLoad Optimized DefaultsThe “Load Optimized Defaults” option loads optimized settings fromthe BIOS ROM. Use the default values as standard

853BIOS SetupSet Supervisor PasswordIf you want to protect your system and setup from unauthorizedentry, set a supervisor’s password with the “System”

863BIOS SetupSet User PasswordIf you want another user to have access only to your system butnot to setup, set a user’s password with the “System” opt

873BIOS SetupSave & Exit SetupWhen all the changes have been made, highlight “Save & Exit Setup”and press <Enter>.Type “Y” and press <

883BIOS SetupExit Without SavingWhen you do not want to save the changes you have made, high-light “Exit Without Saving” and press <Enter>.Type

893BIOS SetupUpdating the BIOSTo update the BIOS, you will need the new BIOS file and a flashutility, AWDFLASH.EXE. Please contact technical support o

1Introduction9• 1 mini-DIN-6 PS/2 mouse port• 1 mini-DIN-6 PS/2 keyboard port• 1 DB-25 parallel port• 1 DB-9 serial port and 1 DB-15 VGA port• 1 RJ45

903BIOS Setup6. The following will appear.Do You Want to Save BIOS (Y/N)This question refers to the current existing BIOS in your system.We recommend

914Supported SoftwareDrivers, Utilities and Software ApplicationsThe CD that came with the system board contains drivers, utilitiesand software applic

924Supported SoftwareIntel Chipset Software Installation UtilityThe Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility is used for updatingWindows® INF files

934Supported SoftwareIntel Graphics Drivers - 32bitTo install the driver, click “Intel Graphics Drivers” on the main menu.1. Go through the readmedocu

944Supported SoftwareRealtek Audio DriversTo install the driver, click “Realtek Audio Drivers” on the main menu.1. The installation wizard willextract

954Supported SoftwareRealtek LAN DriversTo install the driver, click “Realtek LAN Drivers” on the main menu.1. LanSetup is nowpreparing the installati

964Supported Software4. Click Finish. Reboot thesystem for the driver totake effect.

974Supported SoftwareITE Hardware MonitorThe system board comes with the ITE Hardware Monitor utility. This utilityis capable of monitoring the system

984Supported Software2. Click Next to add theprogram icon to theProgram Folder.4. Click Finish. Reboot thesystem for the driver totake effect.

994Supported SoftwareMicrosoft DirectX 9.0C DriverTo install, click “Microsoft DirectX 9.0” on the main menu.1. Click “I accept theagreement” then cli