Expansion Slots

Chapter 2

Mainboard Installation

To install this mainboard into your system, follow the procedures in this chapter:

q       Identify the mainboard components

q       Install the correct processor

q       Install one or more memory modules

q       Verify that any jumpers or switches are at the correct setting

q       Install the mainboard in the system chassis

q       Install any extension cables to the mainboard headers

q       Install any other devices and make the appropriate connections to the mainboard headers.

Note: Before installing the mainboard, you must ensure that the Clear CMOS jumper JP4 is set to the Normal setting. See this chapter for information locating JP4 and changing the jumper setting.

Note: Please do not use the AC power cord to connect the system case to a power outlet until you have completely installed the mainboard and components. In some circumstances, the power management of the system might damage components and create unsafe conditions by allowing power to flow before the installation is complete.

Mainboard Components

Use the diagram below to identify the major components on your mainboard.

Note: Any jumpers on your mainboard that do not appear in this illustration are for testing only.

Install the Processor

This mainboard has a Slot-1 that can be installed with any Slot-1 processor cartridge including the Pentium-III, Pentium-II, and the SEPP Celeron. It also has a Socket-370 that can be installed with the Celeron processor which is shipped in a PPGA (Plastic Pin Grid Array) package. To ensure reliability, ensure that your PPGA Celeron processor has a heatsink/cooling fan assembly.

You cannot install a PPGA and a Slot-1 processor cartridge together. Take care that you do not try to install a Socket-7 processor into the Socket-370. A Socket-7 processor such as the Pentium-MMX, or the AMD K5/K6 does not fit in the socket-370. The following table lists the processors that are currently supported by this mainboard. New processors may be a released after this manual is printed.