Key facts
- Brand
- Colorful
- Model
- M865PE
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- ZH
- Last added
- 2012-03-21
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Colorful C.M848P/-L Ver2.0 / C.M865PE/-L Ver2.0 Motherboard User Manual
This manual introduces the Colorful C.M848P/-L Ver2.0 and C.M865PE/-L Ver2.0 motherboards, describing their key features such as Intel Socket 478 support, Intel 82848P/82865PE chipset, DDR333/DDR400 memory up to 2 GB, AGP 3.0, six‑channel AC’97 audio and RealTek RTL8100C network controller. It also lists the contents of the packaging and provides a brief overview of the board layout.
The document contains detailed hardware settings, step‑by‑step installation instructions, driver installation guidance, and extensive BIOS configuration options. Additional sections cover jumper settings, connector descriptions, BIOS update procedures, and a glossary of motherboard terminology. This manual is written in Chinese.
Colorful M865PE specifications
| Chipset | Intel 82848P / 82865PE with ICH5 |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2 (up to 3) 184‑pin 2.5 V DIMM slots |
| AGP interface | AGP 3.0 (supports 0.8 V and 1.5 V cards) |
| USB ports | 6 USB 2.0 ports |
| Audio codec | Integrated AC’97 6‑channel codec |
| Network controller | RealTek RTL8100C 10/100 Mbps |
| BIOS | Award Plug‑and‑Play BIOS with ACPI 1.0B and APM 1.2 |
Source: Colorful C.M848P/-L Ver2.0 / C.M865PE/-L Ver2.0 Motherboard User Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What does a long beep during POST indicate?
A long beep means a motherboard BIOS chip error; the BIOS may need to be replaced.
From: Colorful C.M865PE/-L Ver2.0 motherboard chinese Manual
How many USB 2.0 ports are provided?
The board provides six USB 2.0 ports.
From: Colorful C.M848P/-L Ver2.0 / C.M865PE/-L Ver2.0 Motherboard User Manual
Which audio codec is integrated on the motherboard?
An AC’97 codec with six‑channel audio is integrated.
From: Colorful C.M848P/-L Ver2.0 / C.M865PE/-L Ver2.0 Motherboard User Manual
