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User’s Guide
EVGA nForce 750i SLI
Motherboard
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Connecting Serial ATA Cables ........................................................................... 15 Connecting Internal Headers .............................................................................. 16 Front Panel Header ......................................................................................... 16 USB Headers .................................................................................................. 17 Audio ............................................
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Table of Contents User Guide .................................................................................................................... i NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard ......................................................................... i Before You Begin… .................................................................................................. viii Parts NOT in the Kit ..............................................................................................
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Memory ............................................................................................................... 32 Advanced BIOS Features ....................................................................................... 33 CPU Feature ....................................................................................................... 34 Hard Disk Boot Priority ....................................................................................... 35 CD-ROM Device Priority ...
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Power On by Alarm ............................................................................................. 44 POWER ON Function ......................................................................................... 44 PWRON After PWR-Fail ...................................................................................... 45 PnP/PCI Configuration Menu ................................................................................. 46 Init Display First ..........................
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List of Figures Figure 1. NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Layout ........................................... 5 Figure 2. Chassis Back Panel Connectors ............................................................... 6 Figure 3. Power Supply Connectors ....................................................................... 12 Figure 4. PWR1 Motherboard Connector ............................................................... 13 Figure 5. BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Menu ............
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Before You Begin… Parts NOT in the Kit This kit contains all the hardware necessary to install and connect your new EVGA nForce® 750i SLI motherboard. However, it does not contain the following items that must be purchased separately to make the motherboard functional. Intel microprocessor System Memory Cooling fan for the microprocessor Graphics Card Power Supply EVGA assumes you have purchased all necessary parts needed to allow for proper system functionality. Intentions
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EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard Thank you for buying the EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard: This motherboard offers the tools and performance PC users’ demand. When combined with two SLI-Ready NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards, you get innovative NVIDIA SLI Technology for enhanced system performance. Motherboard Specifications Size ATX form factor of 12 inch x 9.6 inch Microprocessor support Intel Core 2 Extreme, Intel Core 2 Quad, Intel Core 2 Duo, Pentium EE, Pentium D, Pentium
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Onboard LAN LAN interface built-in onboard Supports 10/100/1000 Mbit/sec Ethernet Onboard Audio Azalia High-Definition audio Supports 8-channel audio Supports S/PDIF output Supports Jack-Sensing function Dual PCI Express x16 Support 2 x16 PCI Express 2.0 Supports 4 GB/sec (8 GB/sec concurrent) bandwidth Low power consumption and power management features Green Function Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) Supports S0 (normal), S1 (power on
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Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Unpacking The EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard comes with all the necessary cables for adding a motherboard to a new chassis. If you are replacing a motherboard, you may not need many of these cables. All parts shipped in this kit are RoHS-compliant (lead-free) parts. Equipment The following equipment is included in the EVGA nForce 750i SLI motherboard box. (Accessories may vary between models, see product package) EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard
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2 - SATA Signal Cable Used to support the Serial ATA protocol and each one connects a single drive to the motherboard 1 - IDE-ATA 133 HDD Cable Passes data between the IDE connection on both the Motherboard and IDE device. 1 – 2-Way SLI Bridge Allows for a 2-Way SLI setup with compatible NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Cards. 1 – Driver Installation CD Contains drivers and software needed to setup the motherboard. EVGA nForce 750i SLI Motherboard The EVGA nForce 750i SLI mother
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25 27 21 21 22 22 24 23 26 1 20 19 2 18 3 17 16 15 4 14 13 5 12 10 8 7 6 11 9 1. CPU Socket 11. Diagnostic Code Display 21. PCI Slots 2. NVIDIA SPP with Heatsink and Fan 12. IDE Connector 22. PCI Express x16 Slots 3. CPU Fan Connector 13. USB Headers 23. Front panel Audio Connector 4. AUX Fan Connector 14. Motherboard Battery 24. PCI Express x1 Slot 5. System Memory (DIMM) Slots for DDR2 15. AUX Fan Connect
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5 1 3 1 2 4 2 2 6 Figure 2. Chassis Back Panel Connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse Port 2. USB 2.0 Ports (Six) 3. Coaxial SPDIF Output 4. Optical SPDIF Output Speed/Link LED Status Description Activity LED Status Description Yellow 1000 Mbps data rate Off No data transmission Green 100 Mbps data rate Blinking (Green) Data transmission Off 10 Mbps data rate 5. 6. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel/8-Channel Blue Line-In Line-In Line-In Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front
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Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard Installing the CPU Installing the CPU fan Installing the memory Installing the motherboard Connecting cables and setting switches Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury always follow basic safety precautions. Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main
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Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Make sure not to bend or break any pins within the socket. Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the processor. Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard. 1. Unhook the socket lever by pushing down and away from the socket. 2. Lift the load plate. There is a protective socket cover on the load plate to protect the socket when there is no CPU
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Installing the Motherboard The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis you are using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty chassis. It is recommended to secure the motherboard first before making all connections. Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure the motherboard into the chassis. Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the chassis covers to lock into place and f
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Connecting Cables and Setting Switches This section takes you through all the connections and switch settings necessary on the motherboard. This will include: Power Connections 24-pin ATX power (PWR1) 8-pin ATX 12V power (PWR2) Internal Headers Front panel USB Headers Audio Speaker COM FDD IDE Serial ATA II Chassis Fans Expansion slots CMOS jumper settings See Figure 1 on page 5 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following procedu
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Power Connections To support 2-way SLI, this motherboard has the following specific minimum power supply requirements: An SLI-Certified power supply. 6-pin and/or 8-pin PCI-E power connectors configured in either of the following configurations (see Figure 3): Two 6-pin (3x2) and two 8-pin (4x2) PCI-E power connectors Four 6-pin (3x2) PCI-E power connectors Two 6-pin (3x2) PCI-E power connectors 8-pin (4x2) PCI-E Connector 6-pin (3x2) PCI-E connector F
