Intel
®
Core 2 Duo/Pentium® Dual-Core/Celeron
®
5XX series
Mini ITX Motherboard
MX965GME
User’s Manual
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MX965GME
FCC Statement
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 FCC RULES. OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE.
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS
FOR A CLASS "A" DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A
COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN
RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND, IF NOT INSTATLLED AND USED IN
A
CCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS.
OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
N
otice
This guide is designed for experienced users to setup the system within the shortest time.
For detailed information, please always refer to the electronic user's manual.
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details. If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU type and
speed, BCM products model name, hardware & BIOS revision number, other hardware
and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any on-screen messages you
get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product, and any
helpful information available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return material authorization)
number from your dealer. This allows us to process your good return more quickly.
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and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt) in a shippable
container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for
warranty service.
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CONTENTS
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement .................................................................................. i
Copyright Notice………... ....................................................................................................................... i
Disclaimer……………………. ................................................................................................................ ii
Life Support……... ………………………................................................................................................. ii
Technical Support……………………….. ................................................................................................ iii
Product Warranty…………………………………………………………. ................................................... iv
Chapter 1 Product Overview .................................................................................................................................. 1-1
Motherboard Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1-2
Motherboard Layout ..................................................................................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Quick Components Guide ............................................................................................................ 2-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit) .................................................................................................... 2-3
Memory ........................................................................................................................................ 2-6
Power Supply ............................................................................................................................... 2-7
Back Panel ................................................................................................................................... 2-8
Connector .............................................................................................................................. .......2-10
Jumper ......................................................................................................................................... 2-18
Slot ............................................................................................................................................... 2-19
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup .............................................................................................................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup .............................................................................................................................. 3-2
The Menu Bar ............................................................................................................................... 3-4
Main .............................................................................................................................................. 3-5
A
dvanced ...................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Boot ............................................................................................................................................... 3-17
Security ......................................................................................................................................... 3-21
Chipset .......................................................................................................................................... 3-22
Exit ................................................................................................................................................ 3-26
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Chapter 1
Getting
Started
Thank you for choosing the MX965GME Mini ITX
motherboard from BCM.
Based on the innovative Intel® GME965 & ICH8M con-
trollers for optimal system efficiency, the MX965GME
accommodates the latest Intel
®
Core
TM
2 Duo / Pentium®
Dual-Core / Celeron® 5XX series processors in Socket P
and supports two 240-pin 533/667MHz DDRII DIMM to
provide the maximum of 4GB memory capacit
y .
In the entry
-level and mid-range market segment, the
MX965GME can provide a high-performance solution for
today’s front-end and general purpose workstation, as
well as in the future.
MX965GME
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Mainboard Specifications
Processor
- Intel Core 2 Duo/Pentium Dual-Core/Celeron 5xx CPU in SocketP
- Supports 3-pin CPU fan pin-header with Fan Speed Control
- Supports Intel Dual Core Technology up to 800MHz
Supported FSB
- 533/667/800MHz
Chipset
- North Bridge: Intel GME965 chipset
- South Bridge: Intel ICH8M chipset
Memory
- DDR2 533/667 SDRAM (4GB Max)
- 2 DDR2 DIMM slots (240pin / 1.8V)
LAN
- Supports 2 Gb Ethernet by Intel 82573L & 82566DC
Audio
- HDA Codec by Realtek ALC888 7.1 channel
- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 specs
- 6 watt amplifier
IDE
-1IDEportbyICH8M
- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100 mode
- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode
SATA
-SATA IIportsbyICH8M
- Supports two SATA II devices
- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 300MB/s
Connectors
Back Panel
- 1 HDMI connector
- 2 RJ-45 LAN jacks and 4 USB 2.0 ports
- 1 D-Sub VGA and 1 DVI connector
-1serialport
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Product Overview
- 1 PS2 keyboard/mouse port
- 3 audio jacks
Onboard Connectors
- 2 USB 2.0 connectors (4 ports)
- 1 parallel port connector
- 1 amplifer connector (4-pin)
- 1 LVDS connector
- 1 TV-out connector
- 1 digital I/O connector (16GPIO)
- 1 serial port connector
- 1 front panel connector
. 1 front lan led connector
Slots
- 1 PCI Express x4 slot
(Must use a right angle PCI Express X4 riser card due to lack of clearance.)
-1MiniPCI-Eslot
- 1 PCI 32-bit/33MHz slot
- 1 CF socket
Form Factor
- Mini ITX: 170mm x 170mm
Mounting
- 4 mounting ho les
Environmental
Storage Temperature
- Temperature: -20
o
C~80
o
C
- Humidity: 0% RH ~ 95% RH
Operation Temperature
- Temperature: 0
o
C~55
o
C
- Humidity: 0% RH ~ 85% RH
Motherboard Layout
Product Overview
MX965GME Mini ITX Motherboard
2-1
Hardware Setup
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation,
be careful in holding the components and follow the
installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not
work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the
components.
MX965GME Mini ITX Motherboard
Quick Components Guide
MX965GME
JAUD2
PCI 1
JAMP1
JSPI2
CON1
J4
J6
F_USB1, 2
J7
JCASE1
COM2
JFP1
CF1 (BOTTOM SIDE)
IDE1
SATA1, 2
JLPT1
JCF_SEL1
ATX POWER
CPU SOCKET
JBAT1
SYS FAN
CPU FAN
JTV1
JLVDS1
DIMM1, 2
J5
PCIE4
J8
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Hardware Setup
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
Important
1. Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
2. Make sure that you apply an even layer of heat sink paste (or thermal tape)
between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
3. While replacing the CPU, always turn off the power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the
safety of CPU.
The mainboard supports Intel
®
Core 2 Duo/Pentium® Dual-Core/Celeron® 5xx
processors in Socket P. When you are installing the CPU, makesuretheCPUhas
a heat sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating.
If you do not have the heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase
and install them before turning on the computer.
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Important
2. Place the CPU on top of the socket. Make sure to align the gold arrow on the CPU
with the arrow key on the socket.
3. Push the CPU down until its pins securely fit into the socket.
CPU & Cooler Installation for Socket P
4. On the front end of the CPU socket is a
locking mechanism designed into the
form of a screw head. Make sure that
you actuate or deactuate this mecha-
nism with a screwdriver before and af-
ter installing the CPU.
1. Locate the CPU socket on the
mainboard.
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Hardware Setup
7. The heatsink paste helps to enhance heat dissipation of the CPU. Before installing
the cooler set (fan & heatsink bundled), make sure that you detach the shield of
the heatsink paste under the cooler set.
8. Locate the four screw holes around the CPU socket where the CPU cooler
backplate was installed. Align the cooler set with the screw holes and mount it on
top of the CPU.
10. Connect the fan power cable to the
CPUFAN1 connector on the mainboard.
9. Screw to secure the cooler set to
the mainboard.
5. Flip over the mainboard and locate the position of the CPU socket.
6. Install the backplate to the back of the CPU socket with holes aligned.
CPU cooler backplate
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Installing DDR2 Modules
1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right
orientation.
2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the
golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.
Important
You can barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted
in the DIMM slot.
Memory
64x2=128 pin 56x2=112 pin
DDR2
240-pin, 1.8V
Volt
Notch
The DIMM slots are intended for system memory modules.
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Hardware Setup
Power Supply
Important
Power supply of 350w atts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.
ATX1 Pin De fin ition
PIN SIGNAL
11 3.3V
12 -12V
13 GND
14 PS_ON
15 GND
16 GND
17 GND
18 -5V
19 5V
20 5V
PIN SIGNAL
1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
45V
5 GND
65V
7 GND
8 PW_OK
9 5V_SB
10 12V
ATX 20-Pin System Power Connector: ATX1
This connector allows you to connect to an ATX power supply. To connect to the ATX
power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper
orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the
connector.
AT X1
10
1
20 11
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LinkIndicatorActivityIndicator
LED Color LED State Condition
Off LAN link is not established.
Left Orange On(steady state) LAN link is established.
On (brighter & pulsing) Thecomputer is communicating with another computer on theLAN.
Green Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Right On 100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Orange On 1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Back Panel
Mouse/Keyboard
ThestandardPS/2
®
mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2
®
mouse/keyboard.
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for con-
nection to the Local Area Network (LAN).
You can connect a network cable to it.
PS2 MS COM1 RGB VGA LAN1LAN2
PS2 KB HDMI DVI USB2 USB1
LINE-IN
MIC
LINE-OUT
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Hardware Setup
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-In (Blue) - Line In / Side-Surround Out in 7.1 channel mode, is used
for external CD player, tapeplayer or other audio
devices.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
HDMI and DVI Ports
This The HDMI and DVI ports are for digital video output.
Note: It is not recommended to use a HDMI-to-DVI adaptor on HDMI port
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Connector
IDE Connector: IDE1
This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.
Important
If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the drives
separately to master / slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to IDE device’s
documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting instructions.
Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCASE1
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is
opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record
this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you
must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
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