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About this manual
The ATI RS480 Technical Reference Manual provides detailed information on the motherboard’s hardware configuration, including chipset, CPU support, memory slots, PCI‑Express slots, USB ports, audio and video outputs, and optional components such as LAN and IEEE‑1394. It also describes connector pin‑outs, jumper settings, and power‑management features.
Additional sections guide users through BIOS configuration, SATA RAID creation and management, and step‑by‑step driver installation for Windows operating systems. Appendices contain safety notices and troubleshooting tips.
What's inside
- Hardware Configuration
- Key Features
- Motherboard Layout
- Rear Panel
- Audio Configuration
- Speaker Configuration
- Connectors
- Jumper Setting
- Slots
- CPU Installation
Specifications
| Chipset | ATI RS480/RX480+SB400 |
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| Supported CPU | AMD K8 processor in Socket 754 |
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| Memory Slots | 2 DDR SDRAM sockets, 64 MB‑2 GB, 266/333/400 MHz |
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| PCI Express Slots | 1 × PCI‑Express x16, 1 × PCI‑Express x1 |
Frequently asked questions
How can I delete an existing RAID set?
In the RAID utility, choose “Delete RAID Set”, select the set to remove, and confirm with “Y” when prompted “Are You Sure?”.
What steps are required to install the Windows driver for the RAID controller?
Insert the bundled driver CD, run the installer from the “ATI_Raid Driver” folder, and follow the on‑screen prompts to complete the installation.