ECS NM70-I User Manual

Chapter 2
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NM70-I USER MANUAL
2-4-4. Installing a SATA Hard Drive
This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.
About SATA Connectors
Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four drives.
SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard inter-
face for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors
are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on
the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.
Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives
To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the Serial
ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can connect either
end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.
Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:
1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard.
2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive.
3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other
end to the power supply.
* For reference only

ECS NM70-I Specifications

General

Form Factor	Mini-ITX
Chipset	Intel NM70
Memory Slots	2
Max Memory	16GB
Expansion Slots	1 x PCIe x16
Video Outputs	VGA, HDMI
Memory Type	DDR3
USB Ports	4 x USB 2.0
Audio	Realtek ALC662
LAN	Gigabit LAN
Rear I/O	1 x PS/2, 1 x VGA, 1 x HDMI, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x RJ-45, 3 x audio jacks
Internal I/O	1 x USB 2.0 header

Summary

Preface and Compliance

Copyright and Disclaimers

Publication copyright, disclaimers, and trademark recognition.

FCC Compliance Statement

Details on FCC rules and interference guidelines for the device.

Chapter 1: Introducing the Motherboard

Motherboard Introduction and Package Contents

Overview of the NM70-I motherboard's features and a list of included package items.

Hardware Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the motherboard.

Component and I/O Port Identification

Visual identification of motherboard components and rear panel I/O ports.

Chapter 2: Installing the Motherboard

Installation Safety and Chassis Mounting

Safety guidelines and steps for physically installing the motherboard in a computer chassis.

Jumper Settings and Hardware Installation

Guide to jumper settings and installing memory modules and add-on cards.

Connecting Peripherals and Case Components

Instructions for connecting optional devices, case components, and SATA drives.

Chapter 3: Using BIOS

BIOS Setup Utility Navigation and Overview

How to enter, navigate, and understand the BIOS setup utility.

BIOS Configuration Menus Overview

Introduction to the main BIOS configuration menus and their purposes.

BIOS Update Procedure

Instructions for downloading and installing updated BIOS firmware.

Chapter 4: Using the Motherboard Software

Automatic and Manual Software Installation

Guide to installing drivers and software via DVD or manual file selection.

ECS Utility Software Functions

Overview of eSF, eDLU, and eBLU utilities for fan control and updates.

Chapter 5: Trouble Shooting

Start-up Problems and Solutions

Solutions for PC start-up issues during assembly and after prolonged use.

Maintenance, Care, and Troubleshooting Flowchart

Tips for PC maintenance, care, and a flowchart for diagnosing common issues.