Biostar G41-M7 - User Manual

G41-M7 BIOS Manual
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BIOS Setup.................................................................................................1
1 Main Menu...............................................................................................3
2 Advanced Menu.......................................................................................7
3 PCIPnP Menu........................................................................................18
4 Boot Menu..............................................................................................20
5 Chipset Menu.........................................................................................23
6 Performance Menu...............................................................................28
7 Exit Menu...............................................................................................32

Biostar G41-M7 Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Chipset	Intel G41
CPU Socket	LGA 775
Memory Type	DDR2
Memory Slots	2 x DIMM
Maximum Memory	8 GB
Integrated Graphics	Intel GMA X4500
Expansion Slots	1 x PCIe x16, 2 x PCI
Storage Interface	4 x SATA 3Gb/s
USB Ports	8 x USB 2.0
Video Outputs	1 x VGA
LAN	10/100 Mbps
Audio	Realtek ALC662 6-Channel

Summary

BIOS Setup

Introduction to BIOS Setup

Explains the purpose of the BIOS Setup program and its basic functions.

BIOS Feature Support Overview

Details support for Plug and Play, EPA Green PC, APM, and ACPI specifications.

System Support and Specifications

Covers PCI Bus, DRAM, and Supported CPU specifications.

Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility

Guides users on entering BIOS setup and utilizing navigation keys.

Important BIOS Setup Notices

Provides warnings regarding default settings, updates, and manual changes.

Main Menu Configuration

System Information Overview

Displays AMI BIOS version, memory size, system time, and date.

Floppy Drive Configuration Options

Allows selection of the floppy disk drive type installed in the system.

IDE and SATA Storage Configuration

Enables automatic detection of IDE/SATA devices and access to sub-menus.

ATA;IDE Controller Mode Selection

Controls the onboard IDE controller mode (Enhanced, Compatible, Disabled).

SATA Channel Configuration Sequence

Manages the SATA channel configuration sequence relative to PATA.

Legacy IDE Channel Settings

Provides options for Legacy IDE Channels when IDE mode is 'Compatible'.

IDE Device Specific Settings

Configures settings for SATA devices, including LBA and PIO modes.

Storage Transfer Mode Settings

Adjusts storage transfer modes like LBA, PIO, and DMA for performance.

Drive Health and Security Features

Configures S.M.A.R.T, 32-bit transfer, and Hard Disk Write Protect.

IDE Device Detection Timing

Sets the timeout value for detecting IDE/SATA devices during boot.

Advanced Menu Settings

CPU Configuration Settings

Allows configuration of advanced CPU-related settings and features.

I;O, Hardware Health, and Fan Control

Configures SuperIO chipset, monitors hardware health, and manages fan speed.

Power Management and USB Configuration

Configures power management features and USB controller settings.

CPU Performance Enhancement Features

Adjusts CPU prefetchers, virtualization, and CPUID value limits.

CPU Security and Thermal Management

Configures Execute-Disable Bit and PECI for CPU security and thermal control.

Multi-Core Processing and Serial Port Settings

Enables multi-core processing and configures serial port parameters.

Floppy and Parallel Port Configuration

Controls onboard floppy controller and parallel port settings.

Parallel Port DMA, IRQ, and Power-On Features

Configures parallel port DMA/IRQ, keyboard/mouse power-on, and AC power recovery.

Hardware Health Monitoring Details

Displays system temperature, fan speed, and voltage information.

CPU Shutdown Temperature Control

Sets the CPU shutdown temperature for system protection.

Smart Fan Control and Operation Modes

Configures CPU/System fan behavior, including calibration and modes.

Fan Speed Control Parameters

Sets fan operation modes, OFF, and ON temperatures for smart fan control.

Advanced Fan Control Parameters

Adjusts fan start value and sensitivity for optimal cooling performance.

ACPI Suspend Mode Configuration

Selects the system suspend type (S1, S3, Auto) under ACPI operating systems.

ACPI Version and Support Features

Configures ACPI version, APIC support, and AMI OEMB table.

Advanced ACPI System Features

Manages headless mode, energy lake, and USB wake-up from S3/S4.

System Timers and Power Wake-Up Features

Configures HPET, PSI control, and wake-up functions (Ring, PME, RTC).

USB Configuration and Controller Modes

Manages USB controller, legacy support, and USB 2.0 controller modes.

USB Mass Storage Configuration

Configures USB mass storage reset delay and emulation type.

PCIPnP Menu Options

Advanced PCI;PnP Settings Overview

Configures the PCI bus system and advanced PCI/PnP settings.

NVRAM Clearing and Plug and Play OS

Manages NVRAM clearing and Plug & Play OS initialization options.

PCI Bus, VGA, and IDE Configuration

Sets PCI latency timer, VGA IRQ, and IDE BusMaster for PCI devices.

IRQ, DMA, and Memory Resource Assignment

Assigns IRQs, DMA channels, and reserves memory for PCI devices.

Boot Menu Settings

Boot Device Priority Configuration

Specifies the boot device priority sequence for system startup.

Hard Disk and Removable Drive Boot Sequence

Arranges the boot sequence for hard disks and removable drives.

CD;DVD Drive Boot Sequence

Manages the boot sequence for CD/DVD drives.

Boot Settings and Startup Display Options

Configures Quick Boot, Full Screen LOGO, and AddOn ROM display.

Startup State and Interrupt Handling

Sets Bootup Num-Lock state and Interrupt 19 capture for boot disk function.

Boot Success Notification Beep

Configures a beep alert to notify the user of successful boot completion.

Chipset Menu Configuration

Advanced Chipset Settings Overview

Provides access to configure specific features of the installed chipset.

North Bridge Configuration and Memory Features

Manages North Bridge chipset features, including memory remapping.

South Bridge Configuration and I;O Features

Manages South Bridge chipset features, including USB and LAN controllers.

Graphics Adapter and Memory Remapping

Configures the graphics adapter, memory remapping, and PAVP settings.

PCI Express and Video Function Configuration

Controls the PEG port, DVMT mode, and video memory allocation.

USB, Audio, and LAN Functionality

Configures USB ports, audio controller, and onboard LAN settings.

Onboard LAN Boot ROM Settings

Selects the status and order for the Onboard LAN Boot ROM.

SMBUS Controller and Assertion Width

Configures SMBUS controller and SLP_S4# assertion width.

Performance Menu Tuning

Advanced Performance Tuning Options

Provides access to advanced settings for voltage and clock adjustments.

CPU Performance and Frequency Settings

Configures Intel SpeedStep, CPU ratio, and CPU frequency settings.

PCIE and DRAM Clock Control

Adjusts PCIE and DRAM clock speeds for optimal performance.

Voltage Configuration and Control Options

Manages CPU, FSB, Chipset, and Memory voltage settings.

CPU and FSB Voltage Adjustments

Selects CPU and FSB voltage control options for fine-tuning.

Chipset and Memory Voltage Settings

Selects Chipset and DDR Memory voltage control options.

DRAM Timing Configuration Parameters

Configures various DRAM timing parameters like CL, RAS, tRP, RCD, tWR.

Additional DRAM Timing Settings

Adjusts DRAM timing parameters including tRFC, tWTR, tRRD, tRTP.

Exit Menu Options

Save and Exit BIOS Setup Utility

Saves configuration changes to CMOS and exits the BIOS setup utility.

Discarding BIOS Changes and Exiting

Allows discarding changes made during the current session without saving.

Loading Optimal BIOS Default Settings

Reloads factory optimized BIOS settings for system stability.

Security Settings Management

Security Settings Overview

Provides an overview of supervisor and user password settings.

Supervisor Password Management

Manages the supervisor password for system access control.

User Password and Access Level Configuration

Configures user password and access level permissions.

Password Check and Virus Protection

Configures password check timing and boot sector virus protection.