Biostar A68i 350 Deluxe Owners Manual
Biostar A68i 350 Deluxe Owners Manual
Biostar A68i 350 Deluxe Owners Manual
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B
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to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. 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. There is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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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
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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A68I-350 DELUXE: 22W, AMD E-350D dual-core CPU with Radeon HD 6310 GPU
CPU Support A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0: 22W, AMD E-350D dual-core CPU with Radeon HD 6310 GPU
A68I-C60: 9W, AMD C-60 dual-core CPU with Radeon HD 6290 GPU
Chipset AMD A68 FCH
Supports Single Channel DDR3 800/ 1066
2 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 16 GB Memory
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 3x SATA 6Gb/s Connector, Supports Native IDE, AHCI Mode
LAN Realtek RTL 8111F, 10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s auto negotiation, Half / Full duplex capability
Audio Codec ALC662, 5.1 Channels, High Definition Audio
2x USB 3.0 port (2 on rear I/Os)
USB
6x USB 2.0 port (2 on rear I/Os and 4 via internal headers)
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Note 1: Since the audio chip supports High Definition Audio Specification, the function
of each audio jack can be defined by software. The input / output function of each audio
jack listed above represents the default setting. However, when connecting external
microphone to the audio port, please use the Line In (Blue) and Mic In (Pink) audio jack.
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Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
3 FAN RPM rate sense
4 Smart Fan Control (By Fan)
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
GND.
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2.2 Install System Memory
A. 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 chip 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.
B. Memory Capacity
DIMM Socket Location DDR3 Module Total Memory Size
DDR3_A1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB
Max is 16GB.
DDR3_A2 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB
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1 3
1 3
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Pin Assignment
1 +12V
2 +12V
3 Ground
4 Ground
Note1: Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATXPWR1 and
ATXPWR2 connectors have been plugged-in.
Note2: Insufficient power supplied to the system may result in instability or the peripherals
not functioning properly. Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when
configuring a system with more power-consuming devices.
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Pin Assignment
1 Ground
2 TX+
3 TX-
4 Ground
5 RX-
6 RX+
7 Ground
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Pin Assignment
1 +5V (fused)
2 +5V (fused)
3 USB-
4 USB-
5 USB+
6 USB+
7 Ground
8 Ground
9 NC
10 Key
HD Audio AC’97
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 Mic Left in 1 Mic In
2 Ground 2 Ground
3 Mic Right in 3 Mic Power
4 GPIO 4 Audio Power
5 Right line in 5 RT Line Out
6 Jack Sense 6 RT Line Out
7 Front Sense 7 Reserved
8 Key 8 Key
9 Left line in 9 LFT Line Out
10 Jack Sense 10 LFT Line Out
Note1: It is recommended that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to
this connector to avail of the motherboard's high definition audio capability.
Note2: Please try to disable the "Front Panel Jack Detection" if you want to use an
AC'97 front audio output cable. The function can be found via O.S. Audio Utility.
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Pin Assignment
1 +5V
2 SPDIF_OUT
3 Ground
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7. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, please press
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and
Reset to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
Backup BIOS
Click the Backup BIOS button on the
main screen for the backup of BIOS,
and select a proper location for your
backup BIOS file in the system, and
click Save.
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2. Online Update Utility
1. Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.
2. Please make sure the system is connected to the internet before using this
function.
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8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and
Reset to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
The BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher is built in the BIOS ROM. To enter the utility, press
<F12> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST) procedure while booting up.
2. Then, copy and save the BIOS file into a USB flash (pen) drive.
3. Insert the USB pen drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port.
4. Power on or reset the computer and then press <F12> during the POST process.
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8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and Reset
to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
All the information and content above about software are subject to be changed
without notice. For better performance, the software is being continuously updated.
The information and pictures described above are for your reference only. The actual
information and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.
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3.3 Software
Installing Software
1. Insert the Setup DVD to the optical drive. The driver installation program would
appear if the Autorun function has been enabled.
2. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note1: All the information and content about following software are subject to be changed without
notice. For better performance, the software is being continuously updated.
Note2: The information and pictures described below are for your reference only. The actual
information and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.
Launching Software
After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon showing on
the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch it.
eHot-Line (Optional)
eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our Tech-Support
system. This utility will collect the system information which is useful for analyzing the
problem you may have encountered, and then send these information to our
tech-support department to help you fix the problem.
Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application program.
represents important
*
information that you
This block will show
must provide. Without
this information, you may
the information which *Describe condition
of your system.
would be collected in
not be able to send out the mail.
the mail.
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If you want to save this information to a .txt file, click “Save As…” and then you will see
a saving dialog appears asking you to enter file name.
We will not share customer’s data with any other third parties, so please feel free
to provide your system information while using eHot-Line service.
If you are not using Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application, you may
need to save the system information to a .txt file and send the file to our tech support
with other e-mail application. Go to the following web
http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/about/contact.php for getting our contact
information.
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BIOScreen Utility (Optional)
This utility allows you to personalize your boot logo easily. You can choose
BMP as your boot logo so as to customize your computer.
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You will see the following window after you insert the DVD
The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.
Note: If this window didn’t show up after you insert the Driver DVD, please use file browser
to locate and execute the file SETUP.EXE under your optical drive.
A. Driver Installation
To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon. The setup guide will list the
compatible driver for your motherboard and operating system. Click on each
device driver to launch the installation program.
B. Software Installation
To install the software, please click on the Software icon. The setup guide will list
the software available for your system, click on each software title to launch the
installation program.
C. Manual
Aside from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver DVD.
Click on the Manual icon to browse for available manual.
Note: You will need Acrobat Reader to open the manual file. Please download the latest
version of Acrobat Reader software from http://get.adobe.com/reader/
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When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to
avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not power on again.
After confirmed, please follow steps below to relief the CPU protection
function.
1. Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds.
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system.
Or you can:
1. Clear the CMOS data.
(See “Close CMOS Header: JCMOS1” section)
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Power on the system again.
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4.4 Troubleshooting
Probable Solution
1. There is no power in the system. 1. Make sure power cable is securely
Power LED does not shine; the fan plugged in.
of the power supply does not work 2. Replace cable.
2. Indicator light on keyboard does 3. Contact technical support.
not shine.
System is inoperative. Keyboard lights Using even pressure on both ends of the
are on, power indicator lights are lit, DIMM, press down firmly until the module
and hard drives are running. snaps into place.
System does not boot from a hard disk 1. Check cable running from disk to disk
drive, but can be booted from optical controller board. Make sure both ends
drive. are securely plugged in; check the
drive type in the standard CMOS
setup.
2. Backing up the hard drive is extremely
important. All hard disks are capable of
breaking down at any time.
System only boots from an optical 1. Back up data and applications files.
drive. Hard disks can be read, 2. Reformat the hard drive. Re-install
applications can be used, but system applications and data using backup
fails to boot from a hard disk. disks.
Screen message shows “Invalid Review system’s equipment. Make sure
Configuration” or “CMOS Failure.” correct information is in setup.
System cannot boot after user installs a 1. Set master/slave jumpers correctly.
second hard drive.
2. Run SETUP program and select
correct drive types. Call the drive
manufacturers for compatibility with
other drives.
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APPENDIX: SPEC IN OTHER LANGUAGES
Arabic
اﻟﻤﻮاﺻﻔﺎت
)AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE / A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60 ﻗﺎﻋﺪة وﺣﺪة اﻟﻤﻌﺎﻟﺠﺔ
اﻟﻤﺮآﺰﻳﺔ
اﻳﻪ إم دى FCH A68 AMD ﻣﺠﻤﻮﻋﺔ اﻟﺸﺮاﺋﺢ
ALC662
اﻟﺘﺮﻣﻴﺰ اﻟﺼﻮﺗﻲ
5.1ﻗﻨﻮات ﻋﺎﻟﻴﺔ اﻟﺪﻗﺔ
PS/2 x 1اﻟﻔﺎرة
PS/2 x 1ﻟﻮﺣﺔ اﻟﻤﻔﺎﺗﻴﺢ ﻟﻠﻜﻤﺒﻴﻮﺗﺮ
ﻓﺘﺤﺔ ﺗﻮﺻﻴﻞ ﻋﺪد HDMI x 1وﺳﻴﻂ ﻣﺘﻌﺪد اﻟﻌﺎﻟﻲ اﻟﻮﺿﻮح
ﻣﻨﻈﻮﻣﺔ اﻟﻌﺮض اﻟﻤﺮﺋﻲ VGA ﻓﺘﺤﺔ ﺗﻮﺻﻴﻞ ﻋﺪد x 1
اﻟﻤﺪاﺧﻞ واﻟﻤﺨﺎرج اﻟﺨﻠﻔﻴﺔ
اﻟﺸﺒﻜﺔ اﻟﻤﺤﻠﻴﺔ LAN ﻓﺘﺤﺔ ﻟﺘﻮﺻﻴﻞ ﻋﺪد x 1
ﻧﺎﻗﻞ ﻣﺘﺴﻠﺴﻞ ﻋﺎم 2.0 USB ﻓﺘﺤﺔ ﺗﻮﺻﻴﻞ ﻋﺪد x 2
ﻧﺎﻗﻞ ﻣﺘﺴﻠﺴﻞ ﻋﺎم 3.0 USB ﻓﺘﺤﺔ ﺗﻮﺻﻴﻞ ﻋﺪد x 2
ﻓﺘﺤﺔ ﺗﻮﺻﻴﻞ ﻋﺪد x 3ﺟﺎك ﻟﻠﺼﻮت
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اﻟﻤﻮاﺻﻔﺎت
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French
Spécifications
Support Unité
AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
Centrale
Jeu de puces AMD A68 FCH
Stockage Connecteur 3 x SATA 6Gb/s, Supporte système indigène IDE & AHCI mode
Realtek RTL 8111F
Réseau local 10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s auto négociation, capacité bidirectionnelle à l'alternat /
bidirectionnelle simultanée
Connecteur
1x PCIe 2.0 x16 Fente (x4)
d’extension
1x PS/2 Clavier
1x PS/2 Souris
1x Port HDMI
1x Port VGA
I/O arrirèes
1x port LAN
2x Port USB 2.0
2x Port USB 3.0
3x entrées audio
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Spécifications
Facteur
Facteur d'encombrement mini-ITX, 170 mm x 170 mm
d'encombrement
Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
Support SE Biostar se réserve le droit d’ajouter ou d'enlever le support pour toute SE avec ou sans
préavis.
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German
Spezifikationen
CPU-Unterstützung AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
Erweiterungsanschl
1x PCIe 2.0 x16-Slot (x4)
üsse
1x PS/2-Maus
1x PS/2-Keyboard
1x HDMI-Port
1x VGA-Port
Hintere I/Os
1x LAN-Port
2x USB 2.0-Port
2x USB 3.0-Port
3x Audio Jack
3x SATA 6.0Gb/s-Verbinung
2x USB 2.0-Header (jeder Header unterstützt 2 USB 2.0-Ports)
1x 4-Pin-Stromverbindung
1x 24-Pin-Stromverbindung
1x CPU-Ventilatorverbindung
Interne I/Os 1x System-Ventilatorverbindung
1x Header für Frontpanel
1x Header für Frontaudio
1x Header für klares CMOS
1x Header für Druckerport
1x Serieller Port-Header
1x S/PDI-Auswurfsverbindung
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Spezifikationen
Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
OS-Unterstützung
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice.
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Italian
Specificazioni
Supporto
AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
processore
Tipo scheda AMD A68 FCH
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Specificazioni
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Japanese
仕様
CPU サポート AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
チップセット AMD A68 FCH
シングルチャンネル DDR3 800/ 1066 をサポート
2 x DDR3 DIMM メモリ スロット、 最大 16GB メモリまでサポート
メモリ
各 DIMM は、 非-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 GB DDR3 モジュールをサポートしています
*サポートされているメモリのリストについては、www.biostar.com.twを参照してください。
保存スペース 3x SATA 6Gb/s コネクタ, ネイティブ IDE & AHCI モード のサポート
Realtek RTL 8111F
LAN
10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s オートネゴーシエーション、半/全 二重通信
1x PS/2 キーボード
1x PS/2 マウス
1x HDMI ポート
1x VGA ポート
後部 I/O
1x LAN ポート
2x USB 2.0 ポート
2x USB 3.0 ポート
3x オーディオ ジャック
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仕様
Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
サポート OS
Biostar には、通知なしでサポート OS を変更する権限があります。
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Polish
Specyfikacje techniczne
Obsługa procesora AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
Rodzaj płyty AMD A68 FCH
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Specyfikacje techniczne
Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
Obsługa OS Biostar zastrzega sobie prawo do dodania lub wycofania obsługi dla OS, z
wypowiedzeniem lub bez wypowiedzenia.
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Portuguese
Especificações
Suporte
AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
Processador
ALC662
Codec de Audio
Canais de Áudio de Alta Definição 5.1
Porta 2x USB 3.0 (2 nas entradas/saídas traseiras)
USB
Porta 6x USB 2.0 (2 nas entradas/saídas traseiras e 4 pelos Dispositivos internos)
Mouse 1x PS/2
Teclado 1x PS/2
Porta 1x HDMI
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Especificações
Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
Suporte OS Biostar reserva seu direito de adicionar ou retirar o suporte para qualquer OS com ou sem
notificação.
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Russian
Спецификации
Поддержка
центрального AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
процессора
Набор микросхем AMD A68 FCH
Поддерживает Одноканальный DDR3 800/ 1066
2 гнезда платы памяти DDR3 DIMM, максимальная память до 16 Гб
Память
Каждый модуль DIMM поддерживает модуль не-ECC 512 Мб/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8 Гб DDR3
* Перечень поддержки памяти смотрите на www.biostar.com.tw.
Накопитель Соединитель 3x SATA 6 Гб/с, Поддерживает родной IDE & AHCI режим
Realtek RTL 8111F
Локальная сеть
Автосогласование 10/ 100/ 1000 Мб/с, работает в полно/полудуплексном режиме
ALC662
Аудиокодек
Каналы 5.1, высококачественное аудио
1 мышь PS/2
1 клавиатура PS/2
1 порт HDMI
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Spanish
Especificaciones
Compatibilidad con
AMD E-350D (A68I-350 DELUXE/ A68I-350 DELUXE R2.0) / AMD C-60 (A68I-C60)
el procesador
Ranuras de
Ranura 1x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4)
Extinción
Ratón 1x PS/2
Teclado 1x PS/2
Ranura 1x HDMI
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Especificaciones
2012/09/10
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