BCM Advanced Research MX965GME User manual

Brand: BCM Advanced Research

Model: MX965GME

Category: Motherboards

Type: User 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

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.

otice

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Disclaimer

BCM Advanced Research reserves the right to make changes, without notice, to any

product, including circuits and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to

improve design and/or performance. BCM assumes no responsibility or liability for the use

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these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work right infringement, unless

otherwise specified. Applications that are described in this manual are for illustration

purposes only. BCM makes no representation or warranty that such application will be

suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.

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COMPONENTS IN LIFE SUPPORT DEVICES OR SYSTEMS WITHOUT THE PRIOR

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s used herein:

1. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for

surgical implant into body, or (b) support or sustain life and whose failure to perform,

when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can

be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.

2. A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure

to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or

system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness.

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Technical Support

We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into

technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions, you can

easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are normally a lot more

detailed than the ones we can give over the phone. So please consult the user’s manual

first.

To receive the latest version of the user’s manual; please visit our Web site at:

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If you still cannot find the answer, gather all the information or questions that apply to your

problem, and with the product close at hand, call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained

and ready to give you the support you need to get the most from your BCM products. In fact,

most problems reported are minor and are able to be easily solved over the phone.

In addition, free technical support is available from BCM engineers every business day. We

are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific information on the

installation and operation of any of our products. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail us.

BCM Advanced Research

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Product Warranty

BCM warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from

defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by

persons other than repair personnel authorized by BCM, or which have been subject to

misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. BCM assumes no liability under the terms

of this warranty as a consequence of such events. Because of BCM high quality-control

standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our repair service.

If any of BCM products is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the

warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of

replacement materials, service time, and freight. Please consult your dealer for more

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.

4. Carefully pack the defective product, a complete Repair and Replacement Order Card

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.

5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your

dealer.

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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

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

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

1-2

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

1-3

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

C~80

- Humidity: 0% RH ~ 95% RH

Operation Temperature

- Temperature: 0

C~55

- 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

F_USB1, 2

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

PCIE4

2-3

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

2-6

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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.

2-7

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

20 11

2-8

MX965GME

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

2-9

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.

JCASE1

IDE1

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