Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

1

1.1

Package Contents

1

1.2

Specifications

2

1.3

Unique Features

6

1.4

Motherboard Layout

10

1.5

I/O Panel

12

Chapter 2 Installation

14

2.1

Installing the CPU

15

2.2

Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

18

2.3

Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

19

2.4

Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)

21

2.5

Jumpers Setup

22

2.6

Onboard Headers and Connectors

23

Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation

28

3.1

Installing Drivers

28

3.2

A-Tuning

29

3.3

Intel® Rapid Start Technology

33

3.4

Intel® Smart Connect Technology

38

3.5

Start8

43

Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY

46

4.1

Introduction

46

4.1.1

UEFI Menu Bar

46