Foxconn P9657AA-8KS2H

[Duvie]

Sidenote...SATA is controlled by the Southbrdige chipset...if you can bump voltage up for that or check on its cooling may also help if the lock is not an issue

 

[Cheex]

Originally posted by: Duvie
Sidenote...SATA is controlled by the Southbrdige chipset...if you can bump voltage up for that or check on its cooling may also help if the lock is not an issue

The SB is passively cooled with a nice little heatsink on it.
In my bios, my voltage options are:

Vcore
Vdimm
MCH
CPU Termination (what the hell is this??)

 

[BerserkBen]

I have this same motherboard and it's a weird SOB. I have a problem where my memory speed and timings keep reseting to auto and it limits my overclocking. I have pc2 800 ram overclocked to about 950 or so and the memory multiplier won't stay set when I try to lower it. :|

BTW, the new bios came out yesterday and I can't seem to flash to it for some reason so I want to know if anyone has flashed to it or not!

 

[XFXFans]

Hi Guys

I just got ICH8R version of this motherboard (I forgot the code name of the MB) and E4300 on 3rd Feb 07, when I go into BIOS and try to OC my E4300, I found that the CPU clock ratio disappear (should be 6-9 X) I try to set the FSB from 200 to 266, but it won't boot, I have to clear CMOS to make it restart.

By the way, in FoxOne I saw my Ram is running at 767 mhz (should be 667) and the cpu frequency is error it display 200 X 7 = 1800? it should be 200 X 9

Anyone know how to fix the problem?

 

[Cheex]

Originally posted by: XFXFans
Hi Guys

I just got ICH8R version of this motherboard (I forgot the code name of the MB) and E4300 on 3rd Feb 07, when I go into BIOS and try to OC my E4300, I found that the CPU clock ratio disappear (should be 6-9 X) I try to set the FSB from 200 to 266, but it won't boot, I have to clear CMOS to make it restart.

By the way, in FoxOne I saw my Ram is running at 767 mhz (should be 667) and the cpu frequency is error it display 200 X 7 = 1800? it should be 200 X 9

Anyone know how to fix the problem?

Welcome to the AnandTech forums.

(1) The option to change the multiplier is disabled for processors that don't carry the suffix "Extreme". Only the Extreme Edition processors are multiplier unlocked (you can change it).

(2) The E4300 is an 800MHz FSB (quad-pumped) chip so therefore the FSB runs at 200MHz just like the Pentium D's. What happened is that you tried to boot at 2.4GHz (266x9) and it wouldn't because to get there, you would need higher than stock volts.

(3) I find FoxOne to be a bit quirky so I kinda don't use it. Anyway the 200x7 error might be just in your bios. That might be fixed in an update, as currently not all boards 'fully' support the E4300. As long as your system is running at 1.8GHz stock then I would say that your processor is okay.

 

[BerserkBen]

FoxOne has never given me proper readings in regards to my memory speed.

 

[Cheex]

Originally posted by: BerserkBen
FoxOne has never given me proper readings in regards to my memory speed.

Me either.

 

[Cheex]

Is there anyway that I can get around the FSB Hole and/or is there any way to fix the whole SATA channel issue that is hindering my OC.

Also, if I change my CPU to a C2D, what effect will that have if any?

 

[RedmondMok]

Hi ppl,

You may want to try the following software:
1. Everest Ultimate @ http://www.lavalys.com/
2. SensorView @ http://www.stvsoft.com/


BTW, I just received my P9657AA-8EKRS2H mobo. And I am thinking of wat memory to use.
Here's my choices:
1. Kingston Hyper-X PC6400 CL4 2GB kit
2. Crucial BallistiX PC6400 CL4 2GB kit
3. Corsair TwinXMS2 PC6400C4 2GB kit

Any advise???

 

[RedmondMok]

Anyone facing similar probs below:

1. Long error beeps and unable to restart after changing DRAM Voltage in BIOS?
2. The Fan Control in FOX ONE always reset to manual mode instead of Smart Fan?
3. Annoying constant buzz from speakers when using the onboard HD Audio?

Help! Help!

 

[RedmondMok]

hmmm... Think this thread is dead.....

 

[atlr]

FYI

A P9657AA-8EKRS2H / P9657AA-8KS2H BIOS dated April 5, 2007 and labeled P41 has been released.

No description about what is different is available so trying it out could be a timesink.

http://www.foxconnchannel.com/EN-US/ser...el=P9657AA-8EKRS2H&DownID=en-gb0000002

 

[BerserkBen]

Originally posted by: atlr
FYI

A P9657AA-8EKRS2H / P9657AA-8KS2H BIOS dated April 5, 2007 and labeled P41 has been released.

No description about what is different is available so trying it out could be a timesink.

http://www.foxconnchannel.com/EN-US/ser...el=P9657AA-8EKRS2H&DownID=en-gb0000002

If you check out this link:

http://www.foxconnchannel.com/service/d...odel=P9657AA-8KS2H&DownID=en-us0000003

It states that the latest bios "Fixed floopy do not find in dos and winxp."

The typo is on the site as well. Man I hate this damn board, worst purchase i ever made!!!

 

[atlr]

BerserkBen, What problems did you run into with this board in addition to Fox One not showing the correct RAM speed?

 

[BerserkBen]

Originally posted by: atlr
BerserkBen, What problems did you run into with this board in addition to Fox One not showing the correct RAM speed?

I've tried setting the ram speed and timings manually a few times and the settings never stick, they always reset back to auto. I've had a lot of trouble getting bootable cd's to launch, took me many tries recently to be able to reinstall XP. Nothing was overclocked at the time, the system would just stop for no reason. A few stupid little issues like that but added up together they are a real pain in the ass.

 

[atlr]

Cheex,

Are you still following this thread?
From your sig, it looks like you ditched the Foxconn in favor of a rev 3.3 Gigabyte.
Can you describe what happened?

 

[Cheex]

Originally posted by: atlr
Cheex,

Are you still following this thread?
From your sig, it looks like you ditched the Foxconn in favor of a rev 3.3 Gigabyte.
Can you describe what happened?

Well basically I was very happy with the board except for ONLY 1 thing. The only problem I really had was that I could not lock the PCIe bus to 100MHz. This is what caused my HDD detection problem.

The PCIe bus speed scaled with the FSB and then when it got too high then I would encounter that problem. I'm an overclocker so that was a problem to me. It held back my overclock to only 3.36GHz (240x14) (Pentium D 915 - 2.8GHz stock).

All in all, it is a solid board and is good for anyone that doesn't overclock or does so only mildly.

All this was using the P32 BIOS.

 

[Cheex]

Originally posted by: RedmondMok
Anyone facing similar probs below:

1. Long error beeps and unable to restart after changing DRAM Voltage in BIOS?
2. The Fan Control in FOX ONE always reset to manual mode instead of Smart Fan?
3. Annoying constant buzz from speakers when using the onboard HD Audio?

Help! Help!

Ok....

1) Long error beeps and unable to restart after changing DRAM Voltage in BIOS?
This might suggest that you raised your DRAM voltage too high for your memory and that you have damaged/killed your RAM.

2) The Fan Control in FOX ONE always reset to manual mode instead of Smart Fan?
As a rule, I did NOT use FOX ONE. I found it to be buggy and that it didn't always display or work correctly.
Set your fan control (PWM) settings in your BIOS.

3) Annoying constant buzz from speakers when using the onboard HD Audio?
I used the onboard HD Audio but I did not encounter that problem so I'm unable to say much on this.
Check your connections and your speakers (maybe on another computer) to ensure that they aren't the problem.


I hope some of this helps...:beer:
Keep us posted.

 

[RedmondMok]

Originally posted by: Cheex

Originally posted by: RedmondMok
Anyone facing similar probs below:

1. Long error beeps and unable to restart after changing DRAM Voltage in BIOS?
2. The Fan Control in FOX ONE always reset to manual mode instead of Smart Fan?
3. Annoying constant buzz from speakers when using the onboard HD Audio?

Help! Help!

Ok....

1) Long error beeps and unable to restart after changing DRAM Voltage in BIOS?
This might suggest that you raised your DRAM voltage too high for your memory and that you have damaged/killed your RAM.

2) The Fan Control in FOX ONE always reset to manual mode instead of Smart Fan?
As a rule, I did NOT use FOX ONE. I found it to be buggy and that it didn't always display or work correctly.
Set your fan control (PWM) settings in your BIOS.

3) Annoying constant buzz from speakers when using the onboard HD Audio?
I used the onboard HD Audio but I did not encounter that problem so I'm unable to say much on this.
Check your connections and your speakers (maybe on another computer) to ensure that they aren't the problem.


I hope some of this helps...:beer:
Keep us posted.

You are right about the DRAM Voltage...
But the problem lies with my ram and not the board. This pair of ram does not like high voltage.
Tho the spec stated 2.1V but I have to set it to 1.9~2.0V (2.0V will be stable if you dun o/c) to avoid this problem and the BIOS also stop resetting the manual timing to AUTO.

As for the FOXONE SMARTFAN issue, it seems fine on my Vista as compared to my XP previously. Now no complains....

heh heh... the third issue regarding the HD audio, it was the connector. My casing suppose to come with HD Audio connector, but it was AC'97 instead. I had to send it back to exchange but they gave me a dual HD Audio/AC'97 connector instead.

 

[RedmondMok]

One more question,

Anyone tried enabling the speedstep feature on this board?
It always freezes/hang while the OS is loading when I enable it....

Or is it that my CPU dun support?? But the spec shows it has support.....
http://processorfinder.intel.com/details.aspx?sSpec=SL9QQ


..

 

[Cheex]

IMHO...for best results...leave that off.

 

[RedmondMok]

yup, i thought so too.
maybe i should wait till i get my E6400 or E6600 then i'll test again...

Thanks Cheex.

 

[akumi]

Well, i've got this board and apparently the problem with this board is that after i installed the raid/ide drivers for this board, it takes 1min to boot!!!

I have 2x320 seagate sata hdd raid in stripe 0. It's fine before installing these drivers, but after installing it. The part when windows boot with the moving bar would be moving like snails.

i have the latest bios and i'm wondering what would be the cause!!!

 

[Krisso]

I might be getting a Foxconn P9657AA-8KS2H comboed with a Core 2 Duo e6300 for a good price. I have read through this thread, and have some questions I would like to verify about this motherboard:

1. Since I plan to run a standard Core 2 Duo (NOT extreme), this motherboard (even with the latest bios) will not allow me to lower the CPU multiplier at all?
2. In connection to number 1, does this mean that SpeedStep will not work either? I'm not even clear if this motherboard even supports SpeedStep at all. I understand that this should not be enabled when overclocking, but I still would like to know if this motherboard supports SpeedStep.
3. Are both the PCI and PCI-E bus frequencies locked? It sounded like one person here had some issues with it.

If I can get any of the above questions clarified, that would be wonderful.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Krisso]

Bump! Answers to any of the questions in my above post is greatly appreciated. Thanks!