IWILL DK8N User manual
IWILL DK8N
Motherboard
User’s Manual
FB25900000
DK8N Motherboard
User’s Manual
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Preface
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in residential installations. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par-
ticular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or
television equipment reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
2. Move the equipment away from the receiver
3. Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions
You are cautioned that any change or modifications to the equipment
not expressly approve by the party responsible for compliance could void
your authority to operate such equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjected
to the following two conditions
1. This device may not cause harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired operation.
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Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties regarding the
contents of this manual and specifically disclaims any implied warranties
of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, the
manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication or make changes
in the specifications of the product described within it at any time without
notice and without obligation to notify any person of such revision or
change.
Trademarks
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
AMD and Opteron are registered trademarks of AMD Corporation. Other
product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software,
is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved.
Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be re-
produced without the express written consent of the manufacturer. IWILL
©Copyright 2004
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1: Overview .............................................................................1-1
Package ...................................................................................... 1-1
Safety Notice.............................................................................. 1-2
DK8N Specification................................................................... 1-5
2: Hardware Installation ..................................................2-1
Mainboard Map.......................................................................... 2-1
Jumper Setting ........................................................................... 2-2
Memory Installation Procedure ................................................. 2-4
Heatsink and CPU Installation .................................................. 2-8
AGP Pro Slot ........................................................................... 2-12
Connector Installation ............................................................. 2-13
EPS12V Power Connectors ..................................................... 2-14
FDD Connectors ...................................................................... 2-15
Primary IDE Connectors ......................................................... 2-15
CN48 Front Panel Switches..................................................... 2-17
CPU/ System Fan Connectors ................................................. 2-18
Rear Panel I/O Ports ................................................................ 2-19
Additional I/O Connectors ...................................................... 2-21
Installing Expansion Cards ...................................................... 2-23
Silicon Image Chipset and Serial ATA..................................... 2-24
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3: BIOS Setup .........................................................................3-1
Starting the BIOS Setup ............................................................ 3-1
Using the BIOS Setup Utility .................................................... 3-2
Main Menu................................................................................. 3-4
Advanced Menu ......................................................................... 3-5
IDE Configuration Submenu ..................................................... 3-7
Super IO Configuration Submenu ............................................. 3-8
PCIPnP Menu ............................................................................ 3-9
Boot Menu ............................................................................... 3-12
Boot Setting Configuration Submenu ..................................... 3-13
Security Menu.......................................................................... 3-15
Chipset Menu ........................................................................... 3-16
Northbridge Configuration Submenu...................................... 3-16
Southbridge Configuration Submenu...................................... 3-19
AGP Configuration Submenu ................................................. 3-21
PCI-X Configuration Submenu ............................................... 3-22
Exit Menu ................................................................................ 3-23
4: OS and driver Installation ........................................4-1
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Package
DK8N Motherboard
2 x SATA cable+1 x SATA power cable
Rear panel I/O shield
3 jumper caps (Extra caps in case original caps get lost)
CD (contains drivers and utilities)
User’s manual
ATA-66/100 IDE cable x 1
Floppy disk drive cable x 1
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Overview
YOU MUST HAVE ENOUGH SYSTEM INTEGRATION
KNOWLEDGE BEFORE THE INSTALLATION
General Safety Precautions
Keep the area around the Server clean and free of clutter.
Servers weigh a lot. They can average about 50 lbs. (~22.68 kg)
When lifting the system, two people should lift slowly from oppo-
site ends with their feet spread out to distribute the weight. Always
keep your back straight and lift with your legs.
Place the chassis top cover and any system components that have
been removed away from the system or on a table so that they won’t
accidentally be stepped on.
While working on the system, do not wear loose items such as neck-
ties and unbuttoned shirtsleeves. They can come into contact with
electrical circuits or get pulled into a cooling fan.
Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are
excellent metal conductors and can create short circuits and harm
you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas
where power is present.
ESD Precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with dif-
ferent electrical charges coming into contact with each other. An elec-
trical discharge is created to neutralize this difference, which can dam-
age electronic components and printed circuit boards. The following
measures are generally sufficient to neutralize this difference before
contact is made to protect your equipment from ESD:
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Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their
antistatic bags until ready for use.
Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from
the antistatic bag.
Do not let components or PCBs come into contact with your
clothing, which may retain a charge even if you are wearing a wrist
strap.
Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components,
peripheral chips, memory modules or contacts.
When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.
Put the motherboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags
when not in use.
For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides
excellent conductivity between the power supply, the case, the
mounting fasteners and the motherboard.
After accessing the inside of the system, close the system and se-
cure it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that
all connections have been made.
Operating Precautions
Care must be taken to insure that the chassis cover is in place when
the server is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty dam-
age to the server can occur if this practice is not strictly followed.
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Overview
Getting Help
If a problem arises with yours system during Installation or Operation,
you should first ask your dealer for help as they have most likely config-
ured your system. They generally have the best grasp of your issues and
the fastest response for your symptoms. If your dealer is near your location,
it is recommended that you first bring your system to them to have it ser-
viced instead of attempting to solve the problem yourself.
If those options don’t work for you, IWILL also provides some helpful
resources to help you.
1. Visit IWILL®website at www.iwill.net and navigate to this product’s
page which contain links to product updates such as Jumper settings
or BIOS updates.
2. The FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) sections in the IWILL
website are often helpful since other users often have the same
questions.
3. Email us at: [email protected] and we will try to answer your ques-
tions within 5 business days.
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