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1 Motherboard Features
Feature Summary.................................................................................................................7
Components......................................................................................................................... 8
Microprocessor..................................................................................................................... 9
Main Memory ....................................................................................................................... 9
Graphics Subsystem .......................................................................................................... 10
Intel 82810 GMCH..................................................................................................... 10
GMCH DC-100 (Optional).......................................................................................... 11
Audio Subsystem ............................................................................................................... 12
Creative Sound Blaster AudioPCI 64V Audio Controller ............................................ 12
Crystal Semiconductor CS4297 Stereo Audio Codec ................................................ 12
Audio Connectors ...................................................................................................... 12
Audio Drivers and Utilities.......................................................................................... 13
Speaker.............................................................................................................................. 13
LAN Subsystem (Optional)................................................................................................. 13
Intel
82559 LAN Controller ...................................................................................... 13
LAN Subsystem Software.......................................................................................... 14
RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs...................................................................................... 14
PCI Enhanced IDE Interface .............................................................................................. 14
Input/Output (I/O) Controller............................................................................................... 15
Real-Time Clock.................................................................................................................15
USB Support ...................................................................................................................... 16
BIOS .................................................................................................................................. 16
Intel
82802AB Firmware Hub (FWH) ....................................................................... 16
PCI Auto Configuration.............................................................................................. 16
IDE Auto Configuration.............................................................................................. 16
Security Passwords ................................................................................................... 17
Expansion Slots.................................................................................................................. 17
Power Management Features ............................................................................................ 17
Wake on LAN Technology ......................................................................................... 18
Instantly Available Technology .................................................................................. 19
Resume on Ring........................................................................................................ 20
Battery................................................................................................................................ 20
2 Installing and Replacing Motherboard Components
Before You Begin ............................................................................................................... 21
How to Install and Remove the Motherboard...................................................................... 22
How to Install a Motherboard Support Standoff .................................................................. 23
How to Remove the Processor........................................................................................... 27
How to Install Memory........................................................................................................ 27
How to Remove Memory.................................................................................................... 30
How to Replace the Battery................................................................................................ 30
How to Connect IDE Drives................................................................................................ 32
How to Clear the Passwords .............................................................................................. 32