Biostar H81MDV5 User guide
H81MDV5 Setup Manual
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1999/05/CE
quando ad esso applicabili
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction .........................................................................1
1.1 Before You Start......................................................................... 1
1.2 Package Checklist..................................................................... 1
1.3 Motherboard Specifications ....................................................... 2
1.4 Rear Panel Connectors ............................................................. 3
1.5 Motherboard Layout .................................................................. 3
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation ..........................................................4
2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU) ....................................... 4
2.2 Install a Heatsink ....................................................................... 6
2.3 Connect Cooling Fans............................................................... 7
2.4 Install System Memory .............................................................. 8
2.5 Expansion Slots......................................................................... 9
2.6 Jumper Setting .........................................................................11
2.7 Headers & Connectors ............................................................ 12
Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software.......................................................16
3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup .................................................................... 16
3.2 BIOS Update ........................................................................... 16
3.3 Software................................................................................... 20
Chapter 4: Useful Help.........................................................................27
4.1 Driver Installation..................................................................... 27
4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code.............................................................. 28
4.3 Troubleshooting....................................................................... 28
Appendix: Specifications in Other Languages .................................30
Arabic ......................................................................................................... 30
French ........................................................................................................ 31
German....................................................................................................... 32
Italian.......................................................................................................... 33
Japanese.................................................................................................... 34
Polish.......................................................................................................... 35
Portuguese ................................................................................................. 36
Russian....................................................................................................... 37
Spanish....................................................................................................... 38
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Before You Start
Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the
motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:
Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient
lighting.
Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before
operation.
Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static bag,
ground yourself properly by touching any safely grounded
appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to remove the static
charge.
Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the rear
side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board on the
edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.
Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the case after
installation. Loose parts will cause short circuits which may
damage the equipment.
Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat
source, humid air and water.
The operating temperatures of the computer should be 0 to
45 degrees Celsius.
To avoid injury, be careful of:
Sharp pins on headers and connectors
Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis
Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit
1.2 Package Checklist
Serial ATA Cable x2
Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case x1
Installation Guide x1
Fully Setup Driver DVD x1
Note: The package contents may be different due to the sales region or models in which it was
sold. For more information about the standard package in your region, please contact your dealer
or sales representative.
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1.3 Motherboard Specifications
Specifications
CPU Support
Socket 1150 for Intel® Core i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processor
Maximum CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power): 95Watt
* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for CPU support list.
Chipset INTEL® H81
Memory
Supports Dual Channel DDR3 1066/ 1333/ 1600
2 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 16 GB Memory
Each DIMM supports non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3 module
* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for Memory support list.
Storage
INTEL® H81, Supports AHCI
2x SATA 6Gb/s Connector
2x SATA 3Gb/s Connector
LAN RTL8111G
10/100/1000 Mb/s auto negotiation Half / Full duplex capability
Audio Codec ALC662, 5.1 Channels, High Definition Audio
USB 2x USB 3.0 port (2 via internal headers)
8x USB 2.0 port (4 on rear I/Os and 4 via internal headers)
Expansion Slots 1x PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot
1x PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot (x16)
Rear I/Os
1x PS/2 Mouse
1x PS/2 Keyboard
1x VGA Port
1x DVI Port
1x LAN port
4x USB 2.0 Port
3x Audio Jack
Internal I/Os
2x SATA 6.0Gb/s Connector
2x SATA 3.0Gb/s Connector
1x USB 3.0 Header (each header supports 2 USB 3.0 ports)
2x USB 2.0 Header (each header supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
1x 4-Pin Power Connector
1x 24-Pin Power Connector
1x CPU Fan Connector
1x System Fan Connector
1x Front Panel Header
1x Front Audio Header
1x Clear CMOS Header
Form Factor uATX Form Factor, 190 mm x 170 mm
OS Support Windows 7/ 8/ 8.1
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice.
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1.4 Rear Panel Connectors
Note1: DVI & VGA ports only work with an Intel® integrated Graphics Processor.
Note2: Maximum resolution:
DVI: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
VGA: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
1.5 Motherboard Layout
Note: ■represents the 1st pin.
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CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Step 1: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard
Note1: Remove Pin Cap before installation, and make good preservation for future use. When
the CPU is removed, cover the Pin Cap on the empty socket to ensure pin legs won’t be
damaged.
Note2: The motherboard might equip with two different types of pin cap. Please refer below
instruction to remove the pin cap.
Step 2: Pull the socket locking lever out from the socket and then raise the lever
up.
Step 3: Remove the Pin Cap.
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Step 4: Hold processor with your thumb and index fingers, oriented as shown.
Align the notches with the socket. Lower the processor straight down
without tilting or sliding the processor in the socket.
Note1: The LGA1155 CPU is not compatible with LGA 1150 socket. Do not install a LGA 1155 CPU
on the LGA 1150 socket.
Note2: The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. Do not force the CPU into the socket to prevent
damaging the CPU.
Step 5: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then lower the lever to locked position to
complete the installation.
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2.2 Install a Heatsink
Step 1: Place the CPU fan assembly on top of the installed CPU and make sure
that the four fasteners match the motherboard holes. Orient the assembly
and make the fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.
Ensure the fastener slots are pointing perpendicular to the heatsink.
Step 2: Press down two fasteners at one time in a diagonal sequence to secure
the CPU fan assembly in place. As each fastener locks into position a click
should be heard.
Note1: Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector.
Note2: For proper installation, please kindly refer to the installation manual of your CPU heatsink.
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2.3 Connect Cooling Fans
These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and
connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer.
CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Header
Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
3 FAN RPM rate sense
4 Smart Fan Control (By Fan)
SYS_FAN1: System Fan Header
Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
3 FAN RPM rate sense
Note: CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1 support 4-pin and 3-pin head connectors. When connecting with
wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to
pin#2, and the black wire is Ground and should be connected to pin#1(GND).
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2.4 Install System Memory
DDR3 Modules
Step 1: Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM
on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot.
Step 2: Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
Note: If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.
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