This manual introduces the features and usage of nVidia nF6100-405/nF6100-430 mainboard. This manual is suitable for nVidia nF6100-405/nF6100-430 mainboard with AMD Soc AM2 (940-pin) socket.
The nF6100-405/nF6100-430 motherboard is built on an AMD AM2 (940‑pin) socket and uses the Nvidia nF6100‑405 / nF6100‑430 chipset. It supports dual‑channel DDR2 memory, PCI‑Express slots, integrated graphics, and optional 10/100 or Gigabit Ethernet. The board includes six audio channels, multiple USB2.0 ports, and a range of diagnostic utilities such as Ghost BIOS and Thunder Probe.
The manual covers package contents, detailed installation steps, jumper settings, and system memory configuration. It also explains BIOS setup options, driver and utility installation, special features like Ghost BIOS recovery, hot‑key functions, and provides a comprehensive list of POST codes for troubleshooting.
| CPU Socket | Socket AM2 (940‑pin) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Nvidia nF6100‑405 / nF6100‑430 |
| Memory Slots | Four 240‑pin unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 SDRAM DIMM sockets |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB |
| PCI Slots | Four PCI connectors (PCI v2.3) |
| PCI‑Express Slots | One PCI‑E x1 and one PCI‑E x16 (x8 or x16 bandwidth) |
Reinsert the BIOS chip.
Clear CMOS or press the insert key to power on the system.
It supports AMD Athlon‑X2, Athlon‑64, and Sempron processors for Socket‑AM2 (940‑pin).