EVGA 650I True x16 PCI Express Support, DualDDR2 Memory Architecture, Nvidia MediaShield Storage

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Installing and Configuring the NVIDIA nForce 650i Ultra Motherboard

NV BIOS

NV BIOS delivers easy-to-use tuning to let you have full control over your hardware including processor voltage tables and memory drive strengths.

True x16 PCI Express Support

One full-bandwidth, 16-lane PCI Express link ensure maximum graphics performance for next-generation GPUs and games.

DualDDR2 Memory Architecture

A state-of-the-art Dual DDR2 memory controller allows high bandwidth and low latency data access to the CPU and GPU. Ensures data and information are relayed through the system as quickly as possible for incredible performance.

NVIDIA MediaShield™ Storage

NVIDIA MediaShield is a suite of features that safeguards your most important digital media assets; always reliable, scalable, and accessible. MediaShield includes RAID and SATA drive support.

Multiple Disk Setup

Through a simple wizard-based interface, you can effortlessly set up your drives for better data protection, faster disk access or maximum storage capacity. MediaShield automatically selects RAID 0, 1, 0+1 or 5 configurations according to your needs. Advanced users can access RAID options directly.

DiskAlert System

In the event of a disk failure, MediaShield users see an image that highlights which disk has failed to make it easier to identify, replace, and recover.

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Contents Page User Guide Table of Contents Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Configuring the Bios Page Page Vii Parts not in the Kit Before You Begin…Intentions of the Kit Page Ultimate Overclocking FeaturesHigh-speed Memory Comprehensive Overclocking ToolsTrue x16 PCI Express Support Multiple Disk SetupDualDDR2 Memory Architecture Nvidia MediaShield StorageRAID Morphing Bootable Multidisk ArrayNetworking with Nvidia nForce Nvidia Native Gigabit EthernetUSB Motherboard Specifications Page Equipment UnpackingNvidia nForce 650i Ultra Motherboard Sata Signal Cable Qty FourNvidia nForce 650i Ultra Motherboard Layout Chassis Backpanel Connectors Safety Instructions Hardware InstallationPreparing the Motherboard Installing the CPUInstalling Memory DIMMs Installing the CPU FanInstalling the I/O Shield Installing the MotherboardSecuring the Motherboard into the Chassis ¾ COM ‰ FDD ‰ IDE Connecting Cables Setting SwitchesPin ATX Power PWR1 Power ConnectionsPin ATX 12V Power PWR2 Connecting IDE Hard Disk DrivesConnecting Serial ATA Cables Front Panel Header Connecting Internal HeadersFront Panel Header Pins USB Headers USB 2.0 Header PinsAudio Front Audio ConnectorFan Connections FDD ConnectorPCI Slots Expansion SlotsClear Cmos Jumper Clrcmos Jumper SettingsPCI Express x1 Slots PCI Express x16 SlotConfiguring the Bios Main Menu Enter Bios Setup‰ Advanced Bios Features ‰ Standard Cmos Features‰ Advanced Chipset Features ‰ Power Management Setup‰ Set Password ‰ Load Defaults‰ Save & Exit Setup ‰ Exit Without SavingStandard Cmos Features Menu Standard Cmos Features MenuIDE Channel and Sata Channel Date and Time‰ Auto ‰ None‰ Manual ¾ Large‰ No Errors ‰ All ErrorsDrive a Halt On‰ All, But Diskette Memory‰ All, But Disk/Key ‰ Extended MemoryCdrom Advanced Bios FeaturesNetwork Boot Priority Hard Disk Boot PriorityRemovable Device Priority CPU Internal CacheFirst/Second/Third Boot Device Quick Power On Self TestBoot Other Device Boot Up NumLock StatusSecurity Option Apic ModeMPS Version Control For OS Full Screen Logo ShowAdvanced Chipset Features Advanced Chipset FeaturesCPU Spread Spectrum System ClocksFrequency Settings Spread Spectrum HT MultiplierFSB Memory Clock Mode Auto FSB & Memory Config¾ Linked ‰ FSB and Memory Clock Mode¾ Unlinked ‰ FSB QDR, MHz‰ MEM DDR, MHz ‰ Memory Timing Setting¾ Optimal ¾ Expert ‰ Limit Cpuid MaxVal CPU Configuration‰ CPU Thermal Control System Voltages ‰ Execute Disable Bit‰ C1E Enhanced Halt State ‰ Virtualization Technology‰ nForce SPP ‰ MemoryLoad Timing/Voltage Set Nvmem Memory TestSave Timing/Voltage Set System Bios CacheableHpet Function Nvidia GPU ExIntegrated Peripherals Menu Integrated Peripherals Menu‰ IDE DMA transfer access IDE Function Setup‰ Primary Master/Slave PIO ‰ Primary Master/Slave UdmaUSB Config RAID Config‰ RAID Enable ‰ Sata x Primary/SecondaryIDE HDD Block Mode MAC ConfigHD Audio Onboard FDC ControllerAcpi Function Power Management Setup MenuAcpi Suspend Type Power on Function Power On by Alarm‰ Password Soft-Off by Pbnt‰ Hot Key Power On PnP/PCI Configuration Menu‰ Mouse Left Init Display First Reset Configuration DataResources Controlled By PCI/VGA Palette Snoop IRQ ResourcesMaximum Payload Size System Monitor Menu System Monitor MenuPress Enter to display the Dynamic Fan Control menu Dynamic Fan ControlHardware Installation