This document introduces the specifications, layout, rear panel connectors, function selectors, status indicators, and internal connectors of the IPN73-BA motherboard. It supports Intel Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Duo / Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron processors, with Intel 45nm CPU and Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology. The north bridge chipset is NVIDIA GeForce 7100 / nForce 630i, supporting 1333 / 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz front side bus. The memory supports single-channel architecture, with support for up to 4GB DDR2 memory. Expansion slots include 1 PCI Express x16 slot, 1 PCI Express x1 slot, and 2 PCI slots. In terms of audio, it supports an 8-channel CODEC and Coaxial S/PDIF output. For storage, it supports 1 Ultra DMA 133 interface and 4 Serial ATA 3Gb/s interfaces, with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configurations. The network uses the Realtek 8211B Gigabit chip, with support for up to 10 USB 2.0 ports.
This manual details the IPN73-BA motherboard specifications, including the LGA775 socket, supported Intel processors, North Bridge NVIDIA GeForce 7100/nForce 630i, memory architecture, expansion slots, and rear panel connectors such as HDMI, VGA, USB, and LAN. It also includes layout diagrams for the motherboard, rear panel, and internal connectors.
The BIOS setup program section explains how to enter the BIOS, configure settings, set or clear supervisor and user passwords, and save or discard changes. Security and exit menu instructions are also provided to help users manage password protection and restore default settings.
| CPU socket | LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® |
|---|---|
| Supported CPUs | Intel® 06 / 05B / 05A processors, 45nm CPUs, EIST, Hyper-Threading |
| North Bridge | NVIDIA GeForce 7100 / nForce 630i |
| Expansion slots | 1 x PCI Express x16, 1 x PCI Express x1, 2 x PCI slots |
| Audio codec | Realtek ALC883 8‑channel CODEC |
| Network | Realtek 8211B Gigabit LAN controller |
| Form factor | MicroATX, 9.6 in × 8.6 in |
Press the key during the Power‑On Self‑Test (POST) to launch the BIOS Setup utility.
You can clear the password by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM, which is powered by the onboard battery.