ECS KAM1-I User Manual

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KAM1-I USER MANUAL
Hard Drive Activity LED
Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that
data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly,
an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also
show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.
Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED
Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides
power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.
Reset Switch
Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary-con-
tact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and
runs POST.
Power Switch
Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momen-
tary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at
least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is
due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least
two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.
4. Front Panel Header
The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers
commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:

ECS KAM1-I Specifications

General

Form Factor	Mini-ITX
Memory Type	DDR3
Socket Type	AM1
Memory Slots	2
Storage	2 x SATA 6Gb/s
Video Outputs	1 x HDMI
Audio	Realtek ALC662 6-Channel HD Audio
LAN	Realtek RTL8111G Gigabit LAN

Summary

Preface and Regulatory Information

Copyright and Disclaimer

Legal notices, copyright, and disclaimers for the manual.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Regulatory compliance information for digital devices.

Declaration of Conformity

Statements regarding compliance with EC/EMC directives.

Canadian Department of Communications

Compliance with Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.

About the Manual

Overview of the manual's structure and content.

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

General introduction to the KAM1-I motherboard.

Package Contents

List of items included in the motherboard package.

Motherboard Specifications

CPU and Memory Specifications

Details on CPU socket, memory architecture, and supported speeds.

Expansion Slots and Storage

Information on PCI Express and Mini PCI Express slots, and SATA controllers.

Audio, LAN, and I/O Ports

Specifications for audio codec, LAN controller, and rear panel I/O.

Internal Connectors and Headers

Details on internal connectors for fans, power, USB, and front panel.

System BIOS and Software Details

System BIOS Features

Features and capabilities of the onboard AMI BIOS.

Bundled Software and Form Factor

Information on included software utilities and motherboard dimensions.

Motherboard Components Diagram

Component Labeling

Diagram illustrating motherboard components with numerical labels.

Motherboard Components Table

Component Descriptions

Detailed descriptions of each labeled motherboard component.

I/O Ports Description

Rear Panel Port Details

Explanations for PS/2, USB, COM, HDMI, DVI, VGA, LAN, and Audio ports.

Installing the Motherboard

Safety Precautions for Installation

Essential safety guidelines to prevent damage during installation.

Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the motherboard in a computer case.

Jumper Settings

Clear CMOS Jumper

Location and function of the Clear CMOS jumper.

Installing Hardware

Installing Memory Modules

Procedure for installing DDR3 memory modules into DIMM slots.

Installing Add-on Cards

PCIEX16 and Mini PCI Express Slots

Information on installing graphics cards and wireless cards.

Connecting Optional Devices

SATA and SPDIF Connectors

Details on Serial ATA connectors and SPDIF out header.

Front Panel Audio and USB Headers

Explanation of front panel audio and USB 2.0 header connections.

VGA, Debug, Case, and COM Headers

Details on VGA, LDC, CASE intrusion, and COM2 headers.

Onboard Parallel Port Header

Information on connecting devices via the onboard parallel port header.

Installing SATA Hard Drive

SATA Connector and Installation

How to connect and install SATA hard drives.

Connecting Case Components

Fan and Power Connectors

Connecting CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN, and ATX_POWER connectors.

Front Panel and Buzzer Headers

Connecting the front panel header and buzzer.

Using BIOS Setup Utility

About the BIOS Setup Utility

Introduction to the BIOS, its purpose, and configuration capabilities.

Entering and Resetting BIOS

Steps to enter BIOS and reset CMOS values.

BIOS Navigation Keys

Guide to keyboard shortcuts for navigating BIOS menus.

BIOS Menu Navigation

Main Menu Options

Overview of options available in the BIOS Main Menu.

Advanced Menu Options

Configuration settings for CPU, LAN, Power Management, etc.

Chipset Menu Options

Settings related to North Bridge and South Bridge chipsets.

M.I.B III Menu Options

Options for CPU Overclocking and memory timing configuration.

Boot Menu Options

Settings for boot order, boot mode, and startup options.

Security Menu Options

Options for setting passwords and secure boot.

Exit Menu Options

Procedures for saving/discarding changes and exiting BIOS.

Updating the BIOS

BIOS Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide for downloading and installing updated BIOS firmware.

Motherboard Software Installation

Automatic Software Installation

Guide for installing drivers and utilities using the auto-run feature from the DVD.

Manual Software Installation

Steps for installing drivers manually via file explorer if auto-install fails.

ECS Utility Software

eSF (Smart Fan) Utility

Utility for adjusting fan speed based on system load and temperature.

eDLU (Driver Live Update)

Tool for fast and easy online driver updates.

eBLU (BIOS Update)

Utility for updating BIOS firmware quickly and easily.

Troubleshooting Startup Problems

Startup Issues During Assembly

Solutions for issues encountered when powering up the PC for the first time.

Startup Issues After Prolonged Use

Tips for resolving startup issues that may occur after extended use.

Maintenance and Care Tips

PC Maintenance Guidelines

Recommendations for proper care and maintenance of the motherboard.

Troubleshooting Flowchart

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

A visual guide to diagnose and resolve common PC startup and display issues.