K7N2 Delta Series
MS-6570 (v1.X) ATX Mainboard
Version 1.3
G52-M6570XA-G22
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Revision History
Revision
V1.3
Revision History
Update specifications,
MSI Special Features &
Appendix
Date
March 2003
TechnicalSupport
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the
user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor.
Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance.
Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver
updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/
Contact our technical staff at: support@msi.com.tw
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Safety Instructions
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the
equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V
before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not
place anything over the power cord.
8. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electri-
cal shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:
z The power cord or plug is damaged.
z Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
z The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
z The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according
to User’s Manual.
z The equipment has dropped and damaged.
z The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT
UNCONDITIONED,STORAGETEMPERATUREABOVE600C(1400F),IT
MAYDAMAGETHEEQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
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CONTENTS
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........................................... ii
Copyright Notice .......................................................................................... iii
Revision History ........................................................................................... iii
Technical Support ......................................................................................... iii
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................iv
Chapter 1. Getting Started ........................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specifications .................................................................... 1-2
Mainboard Layout ............................................................................... 1-4
MSI Special Features ........................................................................... 1-5
LiveBIOS™/LiveDriver™ ............................................................ 1-5
D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional) ............................................................... 1-6
PC Alert™ 4 ................................................................................... 1-8
InterVideo WinDVD 4 (Optional) ................................................ 1-10
Live Monitor™ ............................................................................ 1-12
Round Cable (Optional) ............................................................... 1-13
Color Management ...................................................................... 1-14
CPU Thermal Protection .............................................................. 1-15
S-Bracket (Optional) .................................................................... 1-15
Chapter2. HardwareSetup ....................................................................... 2-1
Quick Components Guide .................................................................... 2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU .............................................................. 2-3
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure ......................................... 2-3
Thermal Issue for CPU .................................................................. 2-3
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 462 .................................. 2-4
Installing AMD Athlon CPU (Socket 462) Cooler Set ................... 2-5
CPU Clock Frequency Selection through BIOS ............................. 2-6
Memory ................................................................................................ 2-7
Introduction to DDR SDRAM ....................................................... 2-7
DIMM Module Combination......................................................... 2-8
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Installing DDR Modules ............................................................... 2-8
Power Supply ....................................................................................... 2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 ............................................ 2-9
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................ 2-9
Back Panel .......................................................................................... 2-10
Mouse Connector ....................................................................... 2-10
Keyboard Connector ................................................................... 2-11
USB Connectors .......................................................................... 2-11
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ...................................................... 2-12
RJ-45 LAN Jack ........................................................................... 2-13
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................... 2-13
Serial Port Connector................................................................... 2-14
Connectors ......................................................................................... 2-15
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1........................................... 2-15
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ........................................... 2-16
Fan Power Connectors: CFAN1/SFAN1 ...................................... 2-17
Hard Disk RAID Connectors: IDE3, SER1 & SER2 (Optional) ..... 2-18
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ......................................... 2-20
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ........................................ 2-21
Front USB Connector: JUSB2 ...................................................... 2-22
Bluetooth Connector: JBT1 (Optional) ........................................ 2-23
D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JDLED1 .............................................. 2-24
CD-In Connector: JCD ................................................................. 2-25
S-Bracket Connector: JSP2 .......................................................... 2-25
IEEE1394 Connectors: J1394_1 & J1394_2 (Optional) ................. 2-27
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 ............................................ 2-29
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-30
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-30
FSB Mode Jumper: J10 ................................................................ 2-31
CPU FSB Frequency Jumper: J11................................................. 2-31
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-32
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AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot ......................................... 2-32
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots .......................... 2-32
ACR (Advanced Communication Riser) Slot............................... 2-33
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-33
Chapter 3. BIOS Setup.............................................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup...................................................................................... 3-2
Control Keys ................................................................................. 3-2
Getting Help .................................................................................. 3-3
The Main Menu ................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................... 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................... 3-8
Advanced Chipset Features............................................................... 3-12
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-16
Power Management Features ............................................................. 3-21
PNP/PCI Configurations..................................................................... 3-25
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-27
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-28
Load High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults.................................... 3-30
Set Supervisor/User Password ........................................................... 3-31
Appendix: Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function ....................................A-1
Installing the Audio Drivers................................................................A-2
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function ...............................................A-4
(For MCP2-T) Using the Optional S-Bracket ................................A-5
Using the Back Panel Only ......................................................... A-14
(For MCP2) Configuration in the Software Utility ...................... A-19
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ T-1
Glossary ....................................................................................................G-1
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Chpter 1. Getting
Star
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing K7N2 Delta Series (MS-6570
v1.X) ATX mainboard. The K7N2 Delta Series mainboard is
based on NVIDIA® nForce™2 system platform processor (SPP)
& NVIDIA® nForce™2 media and communications processor /
-turbo (MCP2/MCP2-T) for optimal system efficiency. Designed
to fit the advanced AMD® Athlon™, Athlon™ XPor Duron™
processors, the K7N2 Delta Series mainboard delivers a high
performance and professional desktop platform solution.
MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
h Supports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD Athlon/Athlon XP /Duron
processors @ FSB 266/333/400
h Supports 600MHz up to Athlon XP 3000+ processor or higher
Chipset
hNVIDIA nForce2 SPP
- Supports DDR200/266/333/400
- Supports external AGP 4X/8X
hNVIDIA nForce2 MCP2 or MCP2-T
- AC97 Interface supporting up to two concurrent codecs
- Ultra ATA-133 for the fastest hard disk throughput
- USB 2.0 EHCI/1.1 OHCI controller
- FireWire® for the fastest digital connectivity (MCP2-T only)
- Audio Processing Unit (APU) encodes audio in Dolby® Digital 5.1 format
for full surround sound effects (MCP2-T only)
MainMemory
h Supports six memory banks using three 184-pin DDR DIMMs
hSupports up to 3GB PC3200/2700/2100/1600 DDR SDRAMs
h Supports both 64-bit and 128-bit DDR SDRAM
Slots
h One AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) 1.5V 4X/8X slot
h Five 32-bit PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface)
h One ACR (Advanced Communication Riser) slot
On-BoardIDE
h An IDE controller on the MCP2/MCP2-T chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-
ROM with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA133/100/66 operation modes
h Can connect up to four IDE devices
On-Board Peripherals
h On-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
2.88Mbytes
- 1 serial port
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- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 3 audio ports in vertical
- 2 IEEE1394 connectors (Optional)
- 1 D-Bracket2 pinheader
- 1 S-Bracket pinheader
- 1 Bluetooth pinheader (Optional)
- 6 USB ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 2)
- On-Board 10/100 Ethernet
Promise 20376 Serial ATA Interface (Optional)
h Support 2 serial ATA plus 1 ATA133
- RAID O or 1 are supported
- RAID function works w/ATA133+SATA H/D or 2 SATA H/D
h Connect up to 2 SATA devices and 1 ATA133 device
Audio
h Realtek ALC650 6-channel audio
h Dolby Digital 5.1 format (with MCP2-T option)
In-ChipIEEE1394(Optional)
hNVIDIAMCP2-TIEEE1394controller
h Support up to two ports via external bracket
BIOS
h The mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the pe-
ripheral devices and expansion cards of the board automatically.
h The mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) function
which records your mainboard specifications.
MountingandDimension
hATX Form Factor: 30.5 cm (L) x 23 cm (W)
h 6 mounting holes
Others
h Suspend to RAM/Disk (S3/S4)
hPC2001 compliant
h Support PCI 2.2/WOR
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Mainboard Layout
Top : mouse
Bottom: keyboard
SOCKET 462
CFAN1
USB
ports
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom:
JCOM1
NVIDIA
nForce2
SPP
Top: LAN jack
Bottom: USB ports
J10
T: MIC
M: Line-In
B: Line-Out
J11
SFAN1
Winbond
W83627HF-AW
J1394_2 (optional)
AGP Slot
JIR1
PCI Slot 1
NVIDIA
nForce2
MCP2
JCD
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 3
PCI Slot 4
BATT
+
MCP2-T
Codec
JSP2
JBAT1
IDE 2
PROMISE
PDC20376
(optional)
IDE 1
IDE 3
BIOS
JAUD1
PCI Slot 5
ACR1
JFP2
JDLED1
JBT1 JUSB2
JFP1
K7N2 Delta-L/LS/ILSR (MS-6570 v1.X) ATX Mainboard
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MSI Special Features
Live BIOS™/Live Driver™
The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is a tool used to detect and
update your BIOS/drivers online so that you don’t need to search
for the correct BIOS/driver version throughout the Web site. To
use the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2”
application. After the installation, the “MSI Live Update 2” icon
(as shown on the right) will appear on the screen.
Double click the “MSI Live Update 2” icon, and the following screen will
appear:
Five buttons are placed on the leftmost pane of the screen. Click the desired
button to start the update process.
z
z
z
Live BIOS – Updates the BIOS online.
Live Driver – Updates the drivers online.
Live VGA BIOS – Updates the VGA BIOS online.
z
z
Live VGA Driver – Updates the VGA driver online.
Live Utility – Updates the utilities online.
If the product you purchased does not support any of the functions listed
above, a “sorry” message is displayed. For more information on the update
instructions, insert the companion CD and refer to the “Live Update Guide”
under the “Manual” Tab.
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D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional)
D-Bracket™ 2 is a USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic LEDs, which
use graphic signal display to help users understand their system. The LEDs
provide up to 16 combinations of signals to debug the system. The 4 LEDs can
detect all problems that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or other failures.
This special feature is very useful for overclocking users. These users can use
the feature to detect if there are any problems or failures. D-Bracket™ 2 sup-
ports both USB 1.1 & 2.0 spec.
D-Bracket™ 2
1
2
3 4
Green
Red
D-Bracket 2
Description
System Power ON
1
3
2
4
- The D-LED will hang here if the processor is dam-
aged or not installed properly.
Early Chipset Initialization
Memory Detection Test
- Testing onboard memory size. The D-LED will hang
if the memory module is damaged or not installed
properly.
Decompressing BIOS image to RAM for fast booting.
Initializing Keyboard Controller.
Testing VGA BIOS
- This will start writing VGA sign-on message to the
screen.
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Description
D-Bracket 2
Processor Initialization
1
3
2
4
- This will show information regarding the processor
(like brand name, system bus, etc...)
Testing RTC (Real Time Clock)
Initializing Video Interface
- This will start detecting CPU clock, checking type of
video onboard. Then, detect and initialize the video
adapter.
BIOS Sign On
- This will start showing information about logo, pro-
cessor brand name, etc...
Testing Base and Extended Memory
- Teting base memory from 240K to 640K and ex-
tended memory above 1MB using various patterns.
Assign Resources to all ISA.
Initializing Hard Drive Controller
- This will initialize IDE drive and controller.
Initializing Floppy Drive Controller
- This will initialize Floppy Drive and controller.
Boot Attempt
- Thi will set low stack and boot via INT 19h.
Operating System Booting
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PC Alert™ 4
The PC AlertTM 4 is a utility you can find in the CD-ROM disk. The utility
is just like your PC doctor that can detect the following PC hardware status
during real time operation:
Ø monitor CPU & system temperatures
Ø monitor fan speeds
Ø monitor system voltages
If one of the items above is abnormal, the program main screen will be
immediately shown on the screen, with the abnormal item highlighted in red.
This will continue to be shown until the condition returns to the normal status.
Adjusting Keys
temperature
modes
COOLER XP
Users can use the Adjusting Keys to change the minimum and maximum
threshold of each item for the system to send out a warning message. Click
Temperature to select the temperature modes of either Fahrenheit (oF) or Celsius
(oC). The PC Alert4 icon on the Status Area will show the current CPU
temperature.
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To better protect the CPU from overheating, a new feature, COOLER
XP, has been added to decrease the temperature of AMD Athlon XP CPU. To
do so, simply click COOLER XP and the screen will show the Cute skin (as
shown below) with information about the CPU and chipset. Right-click the
mouse to select the skin you want to switch to.
Cute
MSIRemindsYou...
The new feature COOLER XP will work only if your mainboard
supports AMD Athlon XP CPU.
Items shown on PC Alert 4 vary depending on your system’s status.
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InterVideo WinDVD 4 (Optional)
The motherboard comes with InterVideo WinDVD 4 application which
supports 5.1 channel (6-channel audio) operation. The accompanying WinDVD
for MSI is a convenient tool to meet increasing demands for home entertainment.
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To play DVD with 6-channel audio output, you must configure both the
WinDVD 4 application and the audio codec’s software utility. Otherwise, the
6-channel audio function will not work properly. For information on how to
select 6-channel mode in the audio software utility, refer to Appendix. Using 4-
or 6-Channel Audio Function.
Follow the procedures below to enable the audio functions:
1. Click this button
on the control panel of WinDVD to see the submenus.
You can make adjustments in Navigation, Language, Display, Color, Audio
Effect and Audio Mode.
2. Go to any menu and click
to bring up the Setup screen.
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2
3. Click the Audio tab. Select 6 Channel for 5.1 channel home entertainment
experience.
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4. Click OK or Apply to finish the audio setup.
5. Shortcut to Setup: Right-click the InterVideo screen to bring up the WinDVD
for MSI audio menu.
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Live Monitor™
The Live Monitor™ is a tool used to schedule the search for
the latest BIOS/drivers version on the MSI Web site. To use the
function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2” application.
After the installation, the “MSI Live Monitor” icon (as shown on
the right) will appear on the screen. Double click this icon to run
the application.
Double click the “MSI Live Monitor” icon
at the lower-right corner
of the taskbar, and the following dialog box will appear. You can specify how
often the system will automatically search for the BIOS/drivers version, or
change the LAN settings right from the dialog box.
You can right-click the MSI Live Monitor icon
listed below:
to perform the functions
z
z
z
Auto Search – Searches for the BIOS/drivers version you need immediately.
View Last Result – Allows you to view the last search result if there is any.
Preference – Configures the Search function, including the Search schedule.
z
z
Exit – Exits the Live Monitor™ application.
FAQ– Provides a link to a database which contents various possible questions
about MSI's products for users to inquire.
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Round Cable (Optional)
Round cable is an enhanced cable for PCI IDE and Ultra DMA controller.
It has the following benifits:
h Data transfer rate started by 133MB/s
hBackward compatibility (ATA33/66/100/133)
h Higher performance than traditional Flat cable (data rate)
h Improved data robustness
h Better airflow due to thinner ATA/133 cable
Connect to the slave drives.
Connect to the master
hard disk drives.
Connect to the system connectors
on the mainboard.
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Color Management
MSI has an unified color management rule for some connectors on the
mainboards, which helps you to install the memory modules, expansion cards
and other peripherals devices more easily and conveniently.
hMemory DDR DIMMs: light green
h IDE ATA133 connectors: yellow
h Serial ATA150 connectors: orange
h AGP 8X slot: red
h 1394 conncetors: dark green
h USB 2.0 connector shared with bluetooth module: blue
h Front panel connector JFP1 : HDD LED in red, Reset Switch in blue,
Power Switch in black, Power LED in
light green.
h Front panel connector JFP2: Power LED in light green.
Memory DDR DIMMs
1394 connectors
AGP 8X Slot
Serial ATA150 connectors
IDE ATA133 connectors
Front Panel connector JFP1
Front Panel connector JFP2
USB 2.0 connector
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CPU Thermal Protection
Aimed to prevent the CPU from overheating, MSI has developed a CPU
Thermal Protection mechanism for AMD Athlon™ XP CPU platform. This CPU
Thermal Protection mechanism works on a thermal signal sensor. If the
mechanism senses an abnormal temperature rise, it will automatically shut down
the system and the CPU temperature will then drop down and resume normal.
With this unique feature, users can better protect their CPU. Please note that
this feature is for AMD Athlon™ XP CPU only.
S-Bracket (Optional)
S-Bracket is a bracket which provides 2 SPDIF jacks for digital audio
transmission and 2 analog Line-Out connectors for additional 4-channel ana-
log audio output. With the S-Bracket, your system will be able to perform 6-
channel audio operation for wonderful surround sound effect, or connect to
Sony & Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF) speakers for audio transmission with
better quality.
The S-Bracket offers two types of SPDIF connectors: one for optical
fiber and the other for coaxial connection. Select the appropriate one to meet
your own need. For more information on S-Bracket, refer to Appendix. Using
4- or 6-Channel Audio Function.
S-Bracket
CEN/SUB RL/RR
SPDIF jack (optical)
Analog Line-Out jacks
SPDIF jack (coaxial)
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Chapter 2. Hardware
Setu
Hardware Setup
This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory
modules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jump-
ers on the mainboard. Also, it provides the instructions on con-
necting the peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard,
etc.
While doing the installation, be careful in holding the com-
ponents and follow the installation procedures.
MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Quick Components Guide
CPU, p.2-3
JWR1, p.2-9
JPW1, p.2-9
CFAN1, p.2-17
DDR DIMMs, p.2-7
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-10
FDD1, p.2-15
J10, p.2-31
SFAN1, p.2-17
J11, p.2-31
AGP Slot, p.2-32
J1394_1/2, p.2-27
JIR1, p.2-29
JCD, p.2-25
PCI Slots, p.2-32
JBAT1, p.2-30
JSP2, p.2-25
IDE1/2, p.2-16
IDE3, p.2-18
JDLED1, p.2-24
JFP1 & JFP2,
p.2-20
JAUD1, p.2-21
JUSB2,
ACR Slot, p.2-33
p.2-22
JBT1, p.2-23
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Hardware Setup
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports AMD® Athlon™, Athlon™ XP and Duron™
processors in the 462 pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called
Socket A for easy CPU installation. When you are installing the CPU, make
sure the CPU has a heat sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to
prevent overheating. If you do not find the heat sink and cooling fan, contact
your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer.
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
CPU Clock multiplied by Core/Bus ratio equals the CPU core speed.
For example:
If
CPU Clock
Core/Bus ratio
=
=
=
=
=
100MHz
14
Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
100MHz x 14
1.4 GHz
then CPU core speed
WARNING!
Thermal Issue for CPU
As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher performance, ther-
mal management becomes increasingly crucial when building computer
systems. Maintaining the proper thermal environment is key to reliable
operation. As such, the processor must be maintained in the specified thermal
requirements.
AMD Athlon™/Duron™/Athlon™ XP processor with a speed of 600MHz
and above requires a LARGER heatsink and fan. You also need to add ther-
mal grease between the CPU and heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Then,
make sure that the CPU and heatsink are securely fastened and in good con-
tact with each other. These are needed to prevent damaging the processor and
ensuring reliable operation. If you want to get more information on the proper
cooling, you can visit AMD’s website for reference.
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CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 462
1. Please turn off the power and
unplug the power cord before
installing the CPU.
Open Lever
Sliding
Plate
90 degree
2. Pull the lever sideways away
from the socket. Make sure
to raise the lever up to a 90-
degree angle.
Gold arrow
3. Look for the gold arrow. The
gold arrow should point to-
wards the lever pivot. The
CPU can only fit in the correct
orientation.
4. If the CPU is correctly
installed, the pins should be
completely embedded into the
socket and can not be seen.
Please note that any violation
of the correct installation
procedures may cause
permanent damages to your
mainboard.
Correct CPU placement
Gold arrow
O
Gold arrow
Incorrect CPU placement
X
5. Press the CPU down firmly
into the socket and close the
lever. As the CPU is likely to
move while the lever is being
closed, always close the lever
with your fingers pressing
tightly on top of the CPU to
make sure the CPU is
properly and completely
embedded into the socket.
Press down
the CPU
Close
Lever
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Hardware Setup
Installing AMD Athlon CPU (Socket 462) Cooler Set
The following instructions will guide
you through the heat sink installation
process. Please consult your agent for
the proper CPU cooler set.
1. Position your CPU cooler set onto
the CPU.
Apply some heat
sink paste
2. Use one end of the clip to hook
the latch of the CPU sliding plate.
3. Hook the other latch to fix the
cooling fan set. You may need a
screw drive to press down the
other side of the clip.
4. Connect the fan to the power sup-
ply connector provided on your
mainboard.
MSI Reminds You...
Please apply some heat sink paste on top of your CPU to
dissipate the heat more effectively.
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CPU Clock Frequency Selection through BIOS
The hardware configuration for CPU clock frequency of the motherboard
is set to 133MHz by default. Therefore, to use a CPU with FSB clock fre-
quency of 166MHz or higher, you have to adjust the CPU clock frequency in
the BIOS setup utility (see p.3-12). If you use a 100MHz CPU, make sure
that you have set the CPU FSB Frequency jumper open connected (see p. 2-
31).
MSI Reminds You...
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, al-
ways make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect
the CPU from overheating.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power sup-
ply or unplug the power supply’s power cord from grounded
outlet first to ensure the safety of CPU.
Overclocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking.
However, please make sure your components are able to toler-
ate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any at-
tempt to operate beyond product specifications is not
recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or risks
caused by inadequate operation or beyond product
specifications.
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Hardware Setup
Memory
The mainboard provides 3 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM
(Double In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory size up
to 3GB. You can install DDR200/266/333/400 modules on the DDR DIMM
slots (DIMM 1~3).
Please note that the system supports 128-bit dual channel DDR when
you install DDR modules on DIMM1 (purple slot) and DIMM3 (green slot),
or DIMM2 (purple slot) and DIMM3 (green slot).
DDR DIMM Slots
(DDR 1~3)
Introduction to DDR SDRAM
DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM is similar to conventional SDRAM,
but doubles the rate by transferring data twice per cycle. It uses 2.5 volts as
opposed to 3.3 volts used in SDR SDRAM, and requires 184-pin DIMM mod-
ules rather than 168-pin DIMM modules used by SDR SDRAM. High memory
bandwidth makes DDR an ideal solution for high performance PC, worksta-
tions and servers.
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DIMM Module Combination
Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either
single- or double-sided modules in any order to meet your own needs.
Memory modules can be installed in any combination as follows:
Slot
Memory Module
Total Memory
DIMM 1
S/D
64MB~1GB
(Bank 0 & 1)
DIMM 2
(Bank 2 & 3)
DIMM 3
S/D
S/D
64MB~1GB
64MB~1GB
64MB~3GB
(Bank 4 & 5)
Maximum System Memory Suppported
S: Single Side
D: Double Side
Installing DDR Modules
1. The DDR DIMM has only one notch on the center of module. The mod-
ule will only fit in the right orientation.
2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then
push it in until the golden finger on the memory module is deeply in-
serted in the socket.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.
Notch
Volt
MSI Reminds You...
You can barely see the golden finger if the module is properly
inserted in the socket.
2-8
Hardware Setup
Power Supply
The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Be-
fore inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all compo-
nents are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused.
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1
This connector allows you to connect to an ATX power supply. To
connect to the ATX power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is
inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down
the power supply firmly into the connector.
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1
This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
11
1
20
10
JWR1
3
1
JPW1
2
4
JWR1 Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
1
3.3V
3.3V
GND
5V
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
3.3V
-12V
GND
PS_ON
GND
GND
GND
-5V
JPW1 Pin Definition
2
PIN
SIGNAL
3
4
1
2
3
4
GND
GND
12V
5
GND
5V
6
7
GND
PW_OK
5V_SB
12V
12V
8
9
5V
5V
10
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Back Panel
The back panel provides the following connectors:
LAN
(Optional)
Parallel
Mouse
MIC
L-in
L-out
Keyboard
USB
COM
USB
Mouse Connector
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2® mouse mini DIN connector
for attaching a PS/2® mouse. You can plug a PS/2® mouse directly into this
connector. The connector location and pin assignments are as follows:
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
6
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
Mouse DATA
NC
Mouse DATA
No connection
Ground
3
4
GND
VCC
+5V
1
2
Mouse Clock
NC
Mouse clock
No connection
PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female)
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Hardware Setup
Keyboard Connector
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2® keyboard mini DIN connec-
tor for attaching a PS/2® keyboard. You can plug a PS/2® keyboard directly
into this connector.
Pin Definition
6
5
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
Keyboard DATA
Keyboard DATA
No connection
Ground
3
4
NC
GND
1
2
VCC
+5V
Keyboard Clock
NC
Keyboard clock
No connection
PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female)
USB Connectors
The mainboard provides an OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface) Uni-
versal Serial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or
other USB-compatible devices. You can plug the USB device directly into
the connector.
USB Port Description
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
VCC
+5V
1
5
2
6
3
7
4
8
-Data 0
+Data0
GND
Negative Data Channel 0
Positive Data Channel 0
Ground
VCC
+5V
-Data 1
+Data 1
GND
Negative Data Channel 1
Positive Data Channel 1
Ground
USB Ports
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1
The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT.
A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port
(EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.
13
1
14
25
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
1
STROBE
DATA0
DATA1
DATA2
DATA3
DATA4
DATA5
DATA6
DATA7
ACK#
Strobe
2
Data0
3
Data1
4
Data2
5
Data3
6
Data4
7
Data5
8
Data6
9
Data7
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Acknowledge
Busy
BUSY
PE
Paper End
Select
SELECT
AUTO FEED#
ERR#
INIT#
Automatic Feed
Error
Initialize Printer
Select In
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
SLIN#
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
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Hardware Setup
RJ-45 LAN Jack
The mainboard provides a RJ-45 connector that allows your computer
to be connected to a network environment.
Pin
1
Signal
TDP
TDN
RDP
NC
Description
Transmit differential pair
Transmit differential pair
Receive differential pair
Not used
Activity
2
Indicators
3
4
5
NC
Not used
6
RDN
NC
Receive differential pair
Not used
7
LAN Jack
8
NC
Not used
(RJ-45)
Audio Port Connectors
Line Out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is used
for external CD player, Tape player, or other audio devices. Mic is a connec-
tor for microphones.
MIC
1/8” Stereo Audio Connectors
Line In
Line Out
MSI Reminds You...
For advanced audio application, RealTek ALC650 audio chip
is provided as an option to offer support for 6-channel audio
operation and can turn rear audio connectors from 2-channel
to 4-/6-channel audio. For more information on 6-channel au-
dio operation, please refer to Appendix. Using 4- or 6-Channel
Audio Function.
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Serial Port Connector
The mainboard offers one 9-pin male DIN connector as the serial port.
The port is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to
the connector.
Pin Definition
1
2
3
4
5
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
DCD
SIN
Data Carry Detect
Serial In or Receive Data
Serial Out or Transmit Data
Data Terminal Ready)
Ground
SOUT
DTR
GND
DSR
RTS
CTS
RI
6
7
8
9
Data Set Ready
9-Pin Male DIN Connector
Request To Send
Clear To Send
Ring Indicate
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Hardware Setup
Connectors
The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case,
modem, LAN, USB Ports, IR module and CPU/System FAN.
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that
supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types.
FDD1
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2
The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/
100/133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA
33/66/100/133 function. You can connect up to four hard disk drives, CD-
ROM, 120MB Floppy (reserved for future BIOS) and other devices.
IDE2
IDE1
IDE1 (Primary IDE Connector)
The first hard drive should always be connected to IDE1. IDE1 can
connect a Master and a Slave drive. You must configure second hard
drive to Slave mode by setting the jumper accordingly.
IDE2 (Secondary IDE Connector)
IDE2 can also connect a Master and a Slave drive.
MSI Reminds You...
If you install two hard disks on cable, you must configure the
second drive to Slave mode by setting its jumper. Refer to the
hard disk documentation supplied by hard disk vendors for
jumper setting instructions.
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Hardware Setup
Fan Power Connectors: CFAN1/SFAN1
The CFAN1 (processor fan) and SFAN1 (system fan) support system
cooling fan with +12V. It supports three-pin head connector. When connect-
ing the wire to the connectors, always take note that the red wire is the posi-
tive and should be connected to the +12V, the black wire is Ground and should
be connected to GND. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset
on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with speed sensor to take
advantage of the CPU fan control.
GND
+12V
SENSOR
CFAN1
GND
+12V
SENSOR
SFAN1
MSI Reminds You...
Always consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Hard Disk RAID Connectors: IDE3, SER1 & SER2 (Optional)
The mainboard has 3 IDE RAID connectors, which are controlled by
Promise 20376.
IDE3 is a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 con-
troller that provides PIO mode 0~5, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/100/133
function. You can connect to 1 hard disk drive, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy
(reserved for future BIOS) and other devices.
The mainboard also provides optional dual high-speed Serial ATA in-
terface ports, SER1 & SER2. Each supports 1st generation serial ATA data
rates of 150 MB/s. Both connectors are fully compliant with Serial ATA 1.0
specifications. Each Serial ATA connector can connect to 1 hard disk device.
Please refer to Serial ATA Raid manual for detail software installation
procedure.
SER2
IDE3
SER1
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Hardware Setup
SER1 & SER2 Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
1
GND
2
TXP
3
5
7
TXN
RXN
GND
4
6
GND
RXP
Take out the dust cover and
connect to the hard disk
devices
Optional Serial ATA cable
Connect to SER1 or SER2
MSI Reminds You...
Please do not fold the serial ATA cable in a 90-degree angle,
which will cause the loss of data during the transmission.
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2
The mainboard provides two front panel connectors for electrical con-
nection to the front panel switches and LEDs. JFP1 is compliant with Intel®
Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
Speaker
2
1
8
7
Power
LED
JFP2
Power Power
LED
Switch
2
1
10
9
HDD
LED
Reset
Switch
JFP1
JFP1 Pin Definition
SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
HD_LED_P
FP PWR/SLP
HD_LED_N
FP PWR/SLP
RST_SW_N
PWR_SW_P
RST_SW_P
PWR_SW_N
RSVD_DNU
Hard disk LED pull-up
MSG LED pull-up
Hard disk active LED
MSG LED pull-up
Reset Switch low reference pull-down to GND
Power Switch high reference pull-up
Reset Switch high reference pull-up
Power Switch low reference pull-down to GND
Reserved. Do not use.
JFP2 Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
1
GND
2
SPK-
3
5
7
SLED
PLED
NC
4
6
8
BUZ+
BUZ-
SPK+
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Hardware Setup
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1
The JAUD1 front panel audio connector allows you to connect to the
front panel audio and is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity
Design Guide.
2
10
1
9
JAUD1
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
1
AUD_MIC
Front panel microphone input signal
Ground used by analog audio circuits
Microphone power
2
AUD_GND
AUD_MIC_BIAS
AUD_VCC
3
4
Filtered +5V used by analog audio circuits
Right channel audio signal to front panel
Right channel audio signal return from front panel
Reserved for future use to control headphone amplifier
No pin
5
AUD_FPOUT_R
AUD_RET_R
HP_ON
6
7
8
KEY
9
AUD_FPOUT_L
AUD_RET_L
Left channel audio signal to front panel
Left channel audio signal return from front panel
10
MSI Reminds You...
If you don’t want to connect to the front audio
header, pins 5 & 6, 9 & 10 have to be jumpered in
order to have signal output directed to the rear
audio ports. Otherwise, the Line-Out connector on
the back panel will not function.
6
10
5
9
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Front USB Connector: JUSB2
The mainboard provides one USB 2.0 pin header JUSB2 that is compliant
with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide. USB 2.0 technology increases
data transfer rate up to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps, which is 40
times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for connecting high-speed USB inter-
face peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers,
modems and the like.
JUSB2 Pin Definition
PIN
1
SIGNAL
VCC
PIN
2
SIGNAL
VCC
10
9
2
1
3
USB0-
USB0+
GND
4
USB1-
USB1+
GND
5
6
JUSB2
7
8
9
Key
10
USBOC
MSI Reminds You...
The USB 2.0 technology is downward compatible with USB 1.1
spec. To use the USB 2.0 ports, you have to install the USB 2.0
driver, which is supplied by Microsoft for Windows® 2000 and
XP. If you have any problems regarding the USB 2.0 driver,
please visit the Microsoft Web site for more information.
For details on the bluetooth settings, please refer to PC2PC
Bluetooth Manual.
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Hardware Setup
Bluetooth Connector: JBT1 (Optional)
This connector is used to connect a bluetooth module for wireless
connection.
7
8
1
2
JBT1
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
1
5VDUAL
2
3VDUAL
3
5
7
D+ (USB signal)
D- (USB signal)
GND
4
6
8
GND
GND
NC
MSI Reminds You...
Because the bluetooth connector shares the USB interface with
the onboard USB pinheader, the USB port covered by a sticker
will not function when you attach a bluetooth module to this
connector.
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JDLED1
The mainboard comes with a JDLED1 connector for you to connect to
D-Bracket™ 2. D-Bracket™ 2 is a USB Bracket that supports both USB1.1 &
2.0 spec. It integrates four LEDs and allows users to identify system problem
through 16 various combinations of LED signals. For definitions of 16 signal
combinations, please refer to D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional) in Chapter 1.
Pin Definition
Pin
Signal
1
DBG1 (high for green color)
DBR1 (high for red color)
DBG2 (high for green color)
DBR2 (high for red color)
DBG3 (high for green color)
DBR3 (high for red color)
DBG4 (high for green color)
DBR4 (high for red color)
Key
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
NC
Connected to JDLED1
Connected to JUSB2
1
2
9
10
JDLED1
D-Bracket™ 2 (optional)
LEDs
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Hardware Setup
CD-In Connector: JCD
The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector.
S-Bracket Connector: JSP2
The connector allows you to connect a S-Bracket for Sony & Philips
Digital Interface (SPDIF). The S-Bracket offers 2 SPDIF jacks for digital
audio transmission (one for optical fiber connection and the other for coaxial),
and 2 analog Line-Out jacks for 4-channel audio output.
To attach the fiber-optic cable to optical SPDIF jack, you need to re-
move the plug from the jack first. The two SPDIF jacks support SPDIF out-
put only. For more information on the S-Bracket, refer to Appendix. Using 4-
or 6-Channel Audio Function.
R
GND
L
JCD
1
2
11
12
JSP2
JSP2 Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
VCC 5V
PIN
2
SIGNAL
VDD3
DESCRIPTION
VDD 3.3V
1
VCC5
3
SPDFO
GND
S/PDIF output
Ground
4
(No Pin)
SPDFI
Key
5
6
S/PDIF input
7
LFE-OUT
CET-OUT
GND
Audio bass output
8
SOUT-R
SOUT-L
GND
Audio right surrounding output
Audio left surrounding output
Ground
9
Audio center output 10
Ground 12
11
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Optional S-Bracket
CEN/SUB RL/RR
Connect to JSP2
SPDIFJack (optical)
SPDIF Jack (coaxial)
Analog Line-Out Jacks
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Hardware Setup
IEEE 1394 Connectors: J1394_1 & J1394_2 (Optional)
The mainboard provides two 1394 pin headers that allow you to con-
nect IEEE 1394 ports via an external IEEE1394 bracket (optional).
2
1
10
9
2
1
10
9
J1394_2
J1394_1
Pin Definition
PIN
1
SIGNAL
PIN
2
SIGNAL
TPA-
TPA+
3
Ground
TPB+
4
Ground
TPB-
5
6
7
Cable power
Key (no pin)
8
Cable power
Ground
9
10
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
How to attach the IEEE 1394 Port:
1. Take out the IEEE 1394 Bracket.
IEEE1394 bracket (optional)
Foolproof
design
2. Locate the IEEE 1394 connectors
(J1394_1, J1394_2) on the
mainboard.
3. Connect the IEEE1394 Bracket to
the connectors. Align the foolproof
design with the pin layout of the
connector to avoid mis-inserting.
4. Place the IEEE 1394 Bracket into the
first slot of your system case.
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Hardware Setup
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1
The connector allows you to connect to IrDA Infrared module. You
must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to use the IR function.
JIR1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
2
1
6
5
JIR1
Pin Definition
Pin
Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
NC
NC
VCC5
GND
IRTX
IRRX
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Jumpers
The motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set the
computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your
motherboard’s function through the use of jumpers.
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1
There is a CMOS RAM on board that has a power supply from external
battery to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the
system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to
clear the system configuration, use the JBAT1 (Clear CMOS Jumper ) to clear
data. Follow the instructions below to clear the data:
3
3
1
1
Keep Data
Clear Data
3
1
JBAT1
MSI Reminds You...
You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off.
Then return to 1-2 pin position. Avoid clearing the CMOS while
the system is on; it will damage the mainboard.
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Hardware Setup
FSB Mode Jumper: J10
This jumper allows you to set the CPU FSB mode.
CPU FSB Frequency Jumper: J11
This jumper is used to specify the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) frequency.
Leave the jumper short connected if a 133/166MHz FSB CPU is installed. If
the CPU supports 100MHz FSB, leave the jumper open connected. To use a
200MHz FSB CPU, set the jumper short connected and enter the BIOS Setup
Utility to adjust the CPU FSB Clock Frequency (see p. 3-12).
1
3
J10
J11
1
3
1
3
Safe mode
100 MHz
User mode
(default)
133 MHz
open
Short
100MHz
133/166MHz
MSI Reminds You...
If your computer hang while overclocking, please reset J10 to
safe mode and reboot. After rebooting, enter BIOS Setup menu
to reload the BIOS Setup Defaults and reset J10 to user mode.
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Slots
The motherboard provides one AGP slot, five 32-bit PCI bus slots, and
one ACR slot.
AGP Slot
PCI Slots
ACR Slot
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot
The AGP slot allows you to insert the AGP graphics card. AGP is an
interface specification designed for the throughput demands of 3D graphics.
It introduces a 66MHz, 32-bit channel for the graphics controller to directly
access main memory. The mainboard supports 4x/8x 1.5V AGP card.
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots
The PCI slots allow you to insert the expansion cards to meet your needs.
When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the
power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card
to make any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card,
such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.
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Hardware Setup
ACR (Advanced Communication Riser) Slot
The ACR slot allows you to insert the ACR expansion cards. The ACR
specification supports modem, audio, Local Area Network (LAN), and Gigital
Subscriber Line (DSL). The ACR interface combines existing communica-
tions buses, and introduces new and advanced communications buses answer-
ing industry demand for low-cost, high-performance communications
peripherals.
PCI Interrupt Request Routing
The IRQ, acronym of interrupt request line and pronounced I-R-Q, are
hardware lines over which devices can send interrupt signals to the
microprocessor.
The PCI IRQ pins are typically connected to the PCI bus PIRQ A# ~
PIRQ D# pins as follows:
Order 1
Order 2
Order 3
Order 4
PCI Slot 1
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 3
PCI Slot 4
PIRQ D#
PIRQ A#
PIRQ B#
PIRQ D#
PIRQ A#
PIRQ B#
PIRQ C#
PIRQ A#
PIRQ A#
PIRQ B#
PIRQ C#
PIRQ D#
PIRQ B#
PIRQ B#
PIRQ C#
PIRQ D#
PIRQ A#
PIRQ C#
PIRQ C#
PCI Slot 5
AGP
PIRQ D#
PIRQ D#
PIRQ C#
Onboard Serial
ATA
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Chapter 3. BIOS Setup
BIOS Setup
This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program
and allows you to configure the system for optimum use.
You may need to run the Setup program when:
” An error message appears on the screen during the system
booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.
” You want to change the default settings for customized
features.
MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
Entering Setup
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test)
process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to
enter Setup.
Press DEL to enter SETUP
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup,
restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button.
You may also restart the system by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>,
and <Delete> keys.
Control Keys
< >
↑
Move to the previous item
Move to the next item
< >
↓
Move to the item in the left hand
<
<
>
>
←
→
Move to the item in the right hand
<Enter>
<Esc>
<+/PU>
<-/PD>
<F1>
Select the item
Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a submenu
Increase the numeric value or make changes
Decrease the numeric value or make changes
General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page
Setup Menu
<F5>
<F6>
Restore the previous CMOS value from CMOS, only for Option Page
Setup Menu
Load the default CMOS value from Fail-Safe default table, only for
Option Page Setup Menu
<F7>
Load Optimized defaults
<F10>
Save all the CMOS changes and exit
3-2
BIOS Setup
Getting Help
After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu.
Main Menu
The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can
use the control keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the
highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Sub-Menu
If you find a right pointer symbol (as shown
in the right view) appears to the left of cer-
8IDE Primary Master
8IDE Primary Slave
8IDE Secondary Master
8IDE Secondary Slave
tain fields that means a sub-menu containing
additional options can be launched from this
field. You can use control keys ( ↑↓ ) to
highlight the field and press <Enter> to call
up the sub-menu. Then you can use the con-
trol keys to enter values and move from field
to field within a sub-menu. If you want to
return to the main menu, just press <Esc >.
General Help <F1>
The BIOS setup program provides a General Help screen. You can call up
this screen from any menu by simply pressing <F1>. The Help screen lists the
appropriate keys to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item.
Press <Esc> to exit the Help screen.
MSI Reminds You...
The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter
are under continuous update for better system performance.
Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the latest
BIOS and should be held for reference only.
3-3
MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
The Main Menu
Once you enter Phoenix-Award® BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu
(Figure 1) will appear on the screen. The Main Menu allows you to select
from twelve setup functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to select
among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu.
Standard CMOS Features
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Advanced BIOS Features
Use this menu to setup the items of AWARD® special enhanced features.
Advanced Chipset Features
Use this menu to change the values in the chipset registers and optimize your
system’s performance.
Integrated Peripherals
Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.
Power Management Setup
Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.
PNP/PCI Configurations
This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI.
3-4
BIOS Setup
PC Health Status
This entry shows your PC health status.
Frequency/Voltage Control
Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control.
Load High Performance Defaults
Use this menu to load the BIOS values for the best system performance, but
the system stability may be affected.
Load BIOS Setup Defaults
Use this menu to load factory default settings into the BIOS for stable system
performance operations.
Set Supervisor Password
Use this menu to set Supervisor Password.
Set User Password
Use this menu to set User Password.
Save & Exit Setup
Save changes to CMOS and exit setup.
Exit Without Saving
Abandon all changes and exit setup.
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Standard CMOS Features
The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu are divided into 11 categories.
Each category includes no, one or more than one setup items. Use the arrow
keys to highlight the item and then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> keys to select
the value you want in each item.
Date
This allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current
date). The format is <day><month> <date> <year>.
day
Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by
BIOS. Read-only.
month
date
The month from Jan. through Dec.
The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric
function keys.
year
The year can be adjusted by users.
Time
This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current
time). The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.
IDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave
Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to select Manual, None or Auto type. Note that
the specifications of your drive must match with the drive table. The hard
disk will not work properly if you enter improper information for this category.
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If your hard disk drive type is not matched or listed, you can use Manual to
define your own drive type manually.
If you select Manual, related information is asked to be entered to the following
items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This information
should be provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the
system manufacturer.
Access Mode
Capacity
Cylinder
Head
The settings are CHS, LBA, Large, Auto.
The formatted size of the storage device.
Number of cylinders.
Number of heads.
Precomp
Write precompensation.
Landing Zone Cylinder location of the landing zone.
Sector Number of sectors.
Drive A:/B:
This item allows you to set the type of floppy drives installed. Available
options: None, 360K, 5.25 in., 1.2M, 5.25 in., 720K, 3.5 in., 1.44M, 3.5 in.,
2.88M, 3.5 in..
Video
The setting controls the type of video adapter used for the primary monitor of
the system. Available options are EGA/VGA , CGA 40, CGA 80 and Mono.
Halt On
The setting determines whether the system will stop if an error is detected at
boot. Available options are:
All Errors
No Errors
The system stops when any error is detected.
The system doesn’t stop for any detected error.
All, But Keyboard The system doesn’t stop for a keyboard error.
All, But Diskette
All, But Disk/Key
The system doesn’t stop for a disk error.
The system doesn’t stop for either a disk or a
keyboard error.
CPU Type/BIOS Version/System Memory/Total Memory
The items show the CPU type, BIOS version and memory status of your system
(read only).
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Advanced BIOS Features
Anti-Virus Protection
The item is to set the Virus Warning feature for IDE Hard Disk boot sector
protection. If the function is enabled and any attempt to write data into this
area is made, BIOS will display a warning message on screen and beep.
Settings: Disabled and Enabled.
External Cache
The item allows you to turn on or off CPU’s external (L2)cache. Settings:
Enabled and Disabled.
Quick Boot
Setting the item to Enabled allows the system to boot within 5 seconds since
it will skip some check items. Available options: Enabled, Disabled.
1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device
The items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts
to load the disk operating system. The settings are:
Floppy
LS120
HDD-0
SCSI
The system will boot from floppy drive.
The system will boot from LS-120 drive.
The system will boot from the first HDD.
The system will boot from the SCSI.
The system will boot from the CD-ROM.
CDROM
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HDD-1
The system will boot from the second HDD.
HDD-2
HDD-3
ZIP100
USB-FDD
USB-ZIP
USB-CDROM
USB-HDD
LAN
The system will boot from the third HDD.
The system will boot from the fourth HDD.
The system will boot from ATAPI ZIP drive.
The system will boot from the USB FDD.
The system will boot from the USB ZIP drive.
The system will boot from the USB CD-ROM.
The system will boot from the USB HDD.
The system will boot from the Network drive.
Disable this sequence.
Disabled
Boot Other Device
Setting the option to Enabled allows the system to try to boot from other
device if the system fails to boot from the 1st/2nd/3rd boot device.
Swap Floppy
Setting to Enabled will swap floppy drives A: and B:.
Seek Floppy
Setting to Enabled will make BIOS seek floppy drive A: before booting the
system. Settings: Disabled, Enabled.
Boot Up Num-Lock LED
This setting is to set the Num Lock status when the system is powered on.
Setting to On will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on.
Setting to Off will allow users to use the arrow keys on the numeric keypad.
Setting options: On, Off.
Gate A20 Option
This item is to set the Gate A20 status. A20 refers to the first 64KB of ex-
tended memory. When the default value Fast is selected, the Gate A20 is
controlled by Port92 or chipset specific method resulting in faster system
performance. When Normal is selected, A20 is controlled by a keyboard con-
troller or chipset hardware.
Typematic Rate Setting
This item is used to enable or disable the typematic rate setting including
Typematic Rate & Typematic Delay.
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Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)
After Typematic Rate Setting is enabled, this item allows you to set the rate
(characters/second) at which the keys are accelerated. Settings: 6, 8, 10, 12,
15, 20, 24 and 30.
Typematic Delay (Msec)
This item allows you to select the delay between when the key was first pressed
and when the acceleration begins. Settings: 250, 500, 750 and 1000.
Security Option
This specifies the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Set-
tings are described below:
Option
Description
Setup
The password prompt appears only when end users try to
run Setup.
System
A password prompt appears every time when the com-
puter is powered on or when end users try to run Setup.
APIC Function
This field is used to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable
Interrupt Controller). Due to compliance with PC2001 design guide, the system
is able to run in APIC mode. Enabling APIC mode will expand available IRQ
resources for the system. Settings: Enabled and Disabled.
MPS Table Version
This field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification)
version to be used for the operating system. You need to select the MPS ver-
sion supported by your operating system. To find out which version to use,
consult the vendor of your operating system. Settings: 1.4, 1.1.
Boot OS/2 for DRAM > 64MB
This allows you to run the OS/2® operating system with DRAM larger than
64MB. When you choose No, you cannot run the OS/2® operating system
with DRAM larger than 64MB. But it is possible if you choose Yes.
Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T.
This allows you to activate the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring Analysis & Re-
porting Technology) capability for the hard disks. S.M.A.R.T is a utility that
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monitors your disk status to predict hard disk failure. This gives you an op-
portunity to move data from a hard disk that is going to fail to a safe place
before the hard disk becomes offline. Settings: Enabled and Disabled.
Video BIOS Cacheable
Selecting Enabled allows caching of the video BIOS ROM at C0000h to
C7FFFh, resulting in better video performance. However, if any program
writes to this memory area, a system error may result. Setting options:
Disabled, Enabled.
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Advanced Chipset Features
MSI Reminds You...
Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset.
Current CPU Clock
It shows the current clock frequency of the CPU. (read only)
System Performance
This field allows users to control the status of system performance. Users
may select [Auto] for the most stable settings by SPD. [High Performance]
will increase the system performance but may have instabilibity problems.
[Manual] allows full customization of performance options, and is recom-
mended for experts only. Settings: Auto, High Performance, Manual.
CPU FSB Clock
This setting allows you to select the CPU Front Side Bus clock frequency.
Settings: 100~200MHz at 1 MHz increment.
CPU Interface
This setting allows you to select the CPU/FSB parameters. Settings: Normal,
High Performance. When [High Performance] is selected, the system will
use overclocked CPU/FSB parameters. Select [Normal] for normal mode
CPU/FSB parameters.
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FSB/DRAM Ratio
This setting controls the ratio of CPU FSB clock & DRAM Frequency to
enable the CPU & DRAM to run at different frequency combinations.
Please note that the setting options vary according to the CPU FSB clock
preset. Options: By SPD, 2:1, 5:3, 3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 6:5, 1:1, 5:6, 4:5, 3:4, 2:3,
3:5, 1:2.
Current DRAM Clock
It shows the clock frequency of the installed DRAMs. (read only)
Memory Timing
Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence
Detect) EEPROM on the DRAM module. Setting to By SPD enables DRAM
timings to be determined by BIOS based on the configurations on the SPD.
Selecting Manual allows users to configure the DRAM timings manually.
Options: By SPD, Manual, High Performance.
T-(RAS)
This setting controls the number of clock cycles for DRAM to be allowed to
precharge from the active state. Settings: 1 through 15.
T-(RCD)
When DRAM is refreshed, both rows and columns are addressed separately.
This setup item allows you to determine the timing of the transition from RAS
(row address strobe) to CAS (column address strobe). The less the clock
cycles, the faster the DRAM performance. Setting options: 1 through 7.
T-(RP)
This item controls the number of cycles for Row Address Strobe (RAS) to be
allowed to precharge. If insufficient time is allowed for the RAS to accumulate
its charge before DRAM refresh, refresh may be incomplete and DRAM may
fail to retain data. This item applies only when synchronous DRAM is installed
in the system. Available settings: 1 through 7.
CAS Latency
The field controls the CAS latency, which determines the timing delay before
RAM starts a read command after receiving it. Setting options are: 2, 2.5, and
3. 2T increases system performance while 3T provdes more stable system
performance.
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FSB Spread Spectrum
This item is used to enable or disable the FSB clock generator’s Spread
Specturm feature. When overclocking the FSB, always set it to Disabled.
Options: Disabled, 0.50%, 1.00%.
AGP Spread Spectrum
This item is used to enable or disable the AGP clock generator’s Spread
Specturm feature. When overclocking the AGP slot, always set it to Disabled.
Options: Disabled, 0.50%, 1.00%.
AGP 8x Support
This item is used to control the functionality of the AGP 3.0 8x interface.
Options: Disabled, Enabled. Select Enabled only when your card supports
this function.
AGP Fast Write Support
The item enables or disables the AGP Fast Write feature. The Fast Write
technology allows CPU to write directly into the graphics controller without
passing anything through system memory and improves 8x speed accordingly.
Select Enabled only when your AGP card supports the feature. Options:
Disabled, Enabled.
System BIOS Cacheable
Selecting Enabled allows caching of the system BIOS ROM at F0000h-
FFFFFh, resulting in better system performance. However, if any program
writes to this memory area, a system error may result. Setting options: Enabled,
Disabled.
Video RAM Cacheable
Selecting Enabled allows caching of the video memory (RAM) at A0000h
to AFFFFh, resulting in better video performance. However, if any program
writes to this memory area, a memory access error may result. Setting
options: Disabled, Enabled.
AGP Aperture Size
This setting controls just how much system RAM can be allocated to AGP for
video purposes. The aperture is a portion of the PCI memory address range
dedicated to graphics memory address space. Host cycles that hit the aperture
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range are forwarded to the AGP without any translation. The option allows
the selection of an aperture size of 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB and 512MB.
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Integrated Peripherals
IDE Function Setup
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
OnChip IDE Channel 0/1
The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE interface with support
for two IDE channels. Choose [Enabled] to activate each channel
separately. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.
IDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO
The four IDE PIO (Programmed Input/Output) fields let you set a PIO
mode (0-4) for each of the four IDE devices that the onboard IDE interface
supports. Modes 0 through 4 provide successively increased performance.
In Auto mode, the system automatically determines the best mode for
each device. The settings are: Auto, Mode 0, Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3,
Mode 4.
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Primary/Secondary Master/Slave UltraDMA
Ultra DMA/33 implementation is possible only if your IDE hard drive
supports it and the operating environment includes a DMA driver
(Windows 95 OSR2 or a third-party IDE bus master driver). If your hard
drive and your system software both support Ultra DMA/33, Ultra DMA/
66 and Ultra DMA/100 select Auto to enable BIOS support. The settings
are: Auto, Disabled.
IDE Prefetch Mode
The onboard IDE drive interfaces support IDE prefetching, for faster
drive accesses. When you install a primary and/or secondary add-in IDE
interface, set this option to Disabled if the interface does not support
prefetching.
IDE DMA Transfer Access
This item is used to enable or disable the DMA transfer function of the
IDE Hard Drive. The settings are: Enabled, Disabled.
IDE HDD Block Mode
Block mode is also called block transfer, multiple commands, or mul-
tiple sector read/write. If your IDE hard drive supports block mode (most
new drives do), select Enabled for automatic detection of the optimal
number of block read/writes per sector the drive can support. Settings:
Enabled, Disabled.
Onboard Device
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
AC97 Audio
Auto allows the mainboard to detect whether an audio device is used. If
an audio device is detected, the onboard AC’97 (Audio Codec’97)
controller will be enabled; if not, it is disabled. Disable the controller if
you want to use other controller cards to connect an audio device. Settings:
Auto, Disabled.
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MC97 Modem
Auto allows the mainboard to detect whether a modem is used. If a modem
is detected, the onboard MC’97 modem controller will be enabled; if
not, it is disabled. Disable the controller if you want to use other control-
ler cards to connect a modem. Settings: Auto, Disabled.
OnChip USB
This setting allows you to enable/disable the onboard USB controller.
Selecting [V1.1+V2.0] enables the system to support both USB 1.1 and
2.0 spec. Setting options: Disabled, V1.1, V1.1+V2.0.
USB Keyboard Support
Select Enabled if you need to use a USB-interfaced keyboard in the
operating system. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled.
OnChip 1394
This item allows you to enable/disable the onboard IEEE1394 controller.
Setting options: Auto and Disabled.
OnChip Lan (nVIDIA)
Setting to [Auto] allows the BIOS to auto-detect the nVIDIA LAN
controller and enable it. Setting options: Auto and Disabled.
MAC Address (nVIDIA)
Setting to [Enabled] allows users to manually update the MAC address
under MAC (NV) Address Input. Setting options: Enabled and Disabled.
MAC Address Input (nVIDIA)
Users can key in the MAC (NV) address in this field.
Onboard Super IO Device
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
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Onboard FDC Controller
Select Enabled if your system has a floppy disk controller (FDD) installed
on the system board and you wish to use it. If you install add-on FDC or
the system has no floppy drive, select Disabled in this field. The settings
are: Enabled and Disabled.
Onboard Serial Port
Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the first and second
serial ports. The settings are: 3F8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3, 3E8/IRQ4, 2F8/IRQ3,
Disabled, Auto.
UART Mode Select
This setting allows you to specify the operation mode for serial port 2.
Setting options: IrDA, ASKIR, Normal.
Normal
IrDA
ASKIR
RS-232C Serial Port
IrDA-compliant Serial Infrared Port
Amplitude Shift Keyed Infrared Port
RxD, TxD Active
This setting controls the receiving and transmitting speed of the IR pe-
ripheral in use. Setting options: Hi/Hi, Hi/Lo, Lo/Hi, Lo/Lo.
IR Transmission Delay
This setting determines whether the IR transmission rate will be delayed
while converting to receiving mode. Setting options: Disabled, Enabled.
UR2 Duplex Mode
This setting controls the operating mode of IR transmission/reception.
Setting options: Full, Half. Under Full Duplex mode, synchronous, bi-
directional transmission/reception is allowed. Under Half Duplex mode,
only asynchronous, bi-directional transmission/reception is allowed.
Use IR Pins
Please consult your IR peripheral documentation to select the correct
setting of the TxD and RxD signals. Setting options: RxD2/TxD2, IR-
Rx2Tx2.
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Onboard Parallel Port
There is a built-in parallel port on the on-board Super I/O chipset that
provides Standard, ECP, and EPP features. It has the following options:
Disabled
3BC/IRQ7 Line Printer port 0
278/IRQ5
378/IRQ7
Line Printer port 2
Line Printer port 1
Parallel Port Mode
SPP : Standard Parallel Port
EPP : Enhanced Parallel Port
ECP : Extended Capability Port
ECP + EPP: Extended Capability Port + Enhanced Parallel Port
SPP/EPP/ECP/ECP+EPP
To operate the onboard parallel port as Standard Parallel Port
only, choose “SPP.” To operate the onboard parallel port in the
EPP mode simultaneously, choose “EPP.” By choosing “ECP”,
the onboard parallel port will operate in ECP mode only. Choosing
“ECP + EPP” will allow the onboard parallel port to support both
the ECP and EPP modes simultaneously.
EPP Mode Select
The onboard parallel port is EPP Spec. compliant, so after the user chooses
the onboard parallel port with the EPP function, the following message
will be displayed on the screen: “EPP Mode Select.” At this time either
EPP 1.7 spec or EPP 1.9 spec can be chosen.
ECP Mode Use DMA
The ECP mode has to use the DMA channel, so choose the onboard
parallel port with the ECP feature. After selecting it, the following mes-
sage will appear: “ECP Mode Use DMA.” At this time, the user can
choose between DMA channel 3 or 1.
Init Display First
This item specifies which VGA card is your primary graphics adapter. Settings:
PCI Slot and AGP Slot.
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Power Management Setup
MSI Reminds You...
S3-related functions described in this section are available only
when your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode.
IPCA Function
This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Man-
agement Interface) function. If your operating system is ACPI-aware, such as
Windows 98SE/2000/ME, select Enabled. Available options: Enabled,
Disabled.
Sleep State
This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your oper-
ating system supports ACPI, such as Windows 98SE, Windows ME and Win-
dows 2000, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1(POS) or S3
(STR) fashion through the setting of this field. Options are:
S1/POS
The S1 sleep mode is a low power state. In this state, no
system context is lost (CPU or chipset) and hardware
maintains all system context.
S3/STR
The S3 sleep mode is a lower power state where the in
formation of system configuration and open applications/
files is saved to main memory that remains powered
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while most other hardware components turn off to save
energy. The information stored in memory will be used
to restore the system when a “wake up” event occurs.
The system will decide when to enter S1 or S3 state.
Auto
Power Management
This item is used to select the degree (or type) of power saving and is related
to these modes: Suspend Mode and HDD Power Down. There are three op-
tions for power management:
Min Saving Minimum Power Management. Suspend Mode=1 Hour
Max Saving Maximum Power Management. Suspend Mode=1 Min
User Define Allows end users to configure each mode separately.
Video Off Method
This determines the manner in which the monitor is blanked.
V/H SYNC+Blank This selection will cause the system to turn off
the vertical and rizontal synchronization ports
and write blanks to the video buffer.
Blank Screen
DPMS Support
This option only writes blanks to the video buffer.
Initial display power menagement signaling
HDD Power Down
If HDD activity is not detected for the length of time specified in this field,
the hard disk drive will be powered down while all other devices remain
active. Settings are Disabled and 1 through 15 Min.
HDD Down In Suspend
This item determines whether the hard disk drive will be turned off during suspend
mode. Settings: Disabled and Enabled.
Power Button Function
This feature sets the function of the power button. Settings are:
Power Off
Suspend
The power button functions as normal power off button.
When you press the power button, the computer enters
the suspend/sleep mode, but if the button is pressed for
more than four seconds, the computer is turned off.
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IRQ/Event Activity Detect
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears.
PowerOn by PCI card
This item specifies whether the system will be awakened from power
saving modes (S1, S3, S4) when activity or input signal of the specified
hardware peripheral is detected. Settings are: Enabled and Disabled.
USB Resume from S3
This item allows the activity of the USB device to wake up the system
from S3 (Suspend to RAM) state. Settings are: Enabled and Disabled.
RTC Resume
This function is for setting time for your computer to boot up. Setting
options: Disabled, Enabled.
Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm You can choose what hour, minute and
second the system will boot up.
MSI Reminds You...
If you have changed this setting, you must let the system boot up
until it enters the operating system, before this function will work.
IRQ Activity Monitoring
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears.
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IRQs Activity, IRQ3~IRQ15
IRQ3~IRQ15 enable or disable the monitoring of the specified IRQ line.
If set to [Enabled], the activity of the specified IRQ line will prevent the
system from entering power saving modes or awaken it from power saving
modes.
MSI Reminds You...
IRQ (Interrupt Request) lines are system resources allocated to I/
O devices. When an I/O device needs to gain attention of the oper-
ating system, it signals this by causing an IRQ to occur. After re-
ceiving the signal, when the operating system is ready, the system
will interrupt itself and perform the service required by the I/O
device.
After AC Power Lost
This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or
interrupt occurs. Available settings are:
Off
On
Last State
Leaves the computer in the power off state.
Leaves the computer in the power on state.
Restores the system to the status before power failure or
interrupt occurred.
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PNP/PCI Configurations
This section describes configuring the PCI bus system and PnP (Plug & Play)
feature. PCI, or Peripheral Component Interconnect, is a system which al-
lows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses
when communicating with its special components. This section covers some
very technical items and it is strongly recommended that only experienced
users should make any changes to the default settings.
PNP OS Installed
When set to [Yes], BIOS will only initialize the PnP cards used for booting
(VGA, IDE, SCSI). The rest of the cards will be initialized by the PnP operating
system like Windows 98. When set to [No], BIOS will initialize all the PnP
cards. So, select [Yes] if your operating system is Plug & Play aware.
Reset Configuration Data
Normally, you leave this field Disabled. Select Enabled to reset Extended
System Configuration Data (ESCD) when you exit Setup if you have installed
a new add-on and the system reconfiguration has caused such a serious conflict
that the operating system can not boot. The settings are: Enabled and Disabled.
Resource Controlled By
The Award Plug and Play BIOS has the capacity to automatically configure
all of the boot and Plug and Play compatible devices. However, this capability
means absolutely nothing unless you are using a Plug and Play operating system
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such as Windows® 95/98. If you set this field to “manual” choose specific
resources by going into each of the sub menu that follows this field (a sub
menu is preceded by a “¾”). The settings are: Auto (ESCD), Manual.
IRQ Resources
The items are adjustable only when Resources Controlled By is set to Manual.
Press <Enter> and you will enter the sub-menu of the items. IRQ Resources
list IRQ 3/4/5/7/9/10/11/12/14/15 for users to set each IRQ a type depending
on the type of device using the IRQ. Settings are:
PCI Device
For Plug & Play compatible devices designed for PCI
bus architecture.
Reserved
The IRQ will be reserved for further request.
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop
When set to Enabled, multiple VGA devices operating on different buses can
handle data from the CPU on each set of palette registers on every video
device. Bit 5 of the command register in the PCI device configuration space is
the VGA Palette Snoop bit (0 is disabled). For example, if there are two VGA
devices in the computer (one PCI and one ISA) and the:
VGA Palette Snoop
Bit Setting
Action
Disabled
Data read or written by the CPU is only directed to the PCI
VGA device’s palette registers.
Enabled
Data read or written by the CPU is directed to both the PCI
VGA device’s palette registers and the ISA VGA device’s
palette registers, permitting the palette registers of both VGA
devices to be identical.
The setting must be set to Enabled if any ISA bus adapter in the system requires
VGA palette snooping.
PCI Slot 1/4, 2/5, 3 IRQ Priority
These items specify the IRQ line for each PCI slot. Settings: 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10,
11, 12, 14, 15 and Auto. Selecting Auto allows BIOS to automatically
determine the IRQ line for each PCI slot.
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PC Health Status
This section shows the status of your CPU, fan, overall system status, etc.
Monitor function is available only if there is hardware monitoring mechanism
onboard.
CPU Warning Temperature
This item is used to specify a thermal limit for CPU. If CPU temperature
reaches the specified limit, the system will issue a warning which allows you
to prevent the CPU overheat problem. Settings: Disabled, 50oC/122oF, 53oC/
127oF, 56oC/133oF, 60oC/140oF, 63oC/145oF, 66oC/151oF and 70oC/158oF.
System/CPU Temperature, NB/CPU Fan Speed, Vcore, 3.3V, +5V, +12V,
-12V, -5V, Battery, 5VSB(V)
These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware de-
vices/components such as CPU voltages, temperatures and all fans’ speeds.
Warning Beep
The item controls whether the system beeps when any warning such as sys-
tem overheating problem or chassis intrusion event occurs. Settings: Enabled
and Disabled.
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Frequency/Voltage Control
Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control.
AGP Clock Control
This item allows users to set the AGP clock manually or by default. Options:
Default, Manual.
AGP Clock Value
When AGP Clock Control is set to Manual, users can key in a DEC number
between 66 and 120.
AGP Voltage Adjust
AGP voltage is adjustable in the field, allowing you to increase the perfor-
mance of your AGP display card when overclocking, but the stability may be
affected.
DRAM Voltage Adjust
Adjusting the DDR voltage can increase the DDR speed. Any changes made
to this setting may cause a stability issue, so changing the DDR voltage for
long-term purpose is NOT recommended.
CPU Ratio/CPU Vcore Select
The settings are used to adjust the CPU clock multiplier (ratio) and CPU core
voltage (Vcore). These settings offer users a tool to overclock the system.
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PCI Clock Auto Detect
This feature enables the BIOS to auto detect PCI device and set PCI slot clock.
Options are: Enabled, Disabled.
MSI Reminds You...
Changing CPU Ratio/Vcore could result in the instability of the
system; therefore, it is NOT recommended to change the default
setting for long-term usage.
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Load High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults
The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS
settings to the High Performance or BIOS Setup Defaults. The High
Performance Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer
specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. The BIOS Setup
Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system
performance.
When you select Load High Performance Defaults, a message as below
appears:
Pressing Y loads the default factory settings for optimal system performance.
MSI Reminds You...
The option is for power or overclocking users only. Use of high
performance defaults will tighten most timings to increase the
system performance. Therefore, a high-end system configura-
tion is a must, which means you need high-quality VGA adapter,
RAM and so on. We don’t recommend that users should apply
the high performance defaults in their regular systems.
Otherwise, the system may become unstable or even crash. If the
system crashes or hangs after enabling the feature, please CLEAR
CMOS DATA to resolve the problem. For more information, re-
fer to “Clear CMOS Jumper:JBAT1” in Chapter 2.
When you select Load BIOS Setup Defaults, a message as below appears:
Pressing Y loads the BIOS default values for the most stable, minimal system
performance.
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BIOS Setup
Set Supervisor/User Password
When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen:
Type the password, up to eight characters in length, and press <Enter>. The
password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS
memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password. Retype the pass-
word and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection and
not enter a password.
To clear a set password, just press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter
the password. A message will show up confirming the password will be
disabled. Once the password is disabled, the system will boot and you can
enter Setup without entering any password.
When a password has been set, you will be prompted to enter it every time
you try to enter Setup. This prevents an unauthorized person from changing
any part of your system configuration.
Additionally, when a password is enabled, you can also have BIOS to request
a password each time the system is booted. This would prevent unauthorized
use of your computer. The setting to determine when the password prompt is
required is the Security Option of the Advanced BIOS Feature menu. If the
Security Option is set to System, the password is required both at boot and at
entry to Setup. If set to Setup, password prompt only occurs when you try to
enter Setup.
MSI Reminds You...
About Supervisor Password & User Password:
Supervisor password: Can enter and change the settings of
the setup menu.
User password:
Can only enter but do not have the
right to change the settings of the setup
menu.
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Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function
Appendix: Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio
Function
You need to install the NVIDIA nForce System Drivers to function
properly before you can get access to 4-/6-channel audio operations. Follow
the procedures described below to install the drivers for different operating
systems.
TOPICS
Installing the Audio Driver
Using 4 or 6-Channel Audio Function
(For MCP2-T)
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Using the Optional S-Bracket
Using the Back Panel Only
(For MCP2)
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Configuration in the Software Utility
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Installing the Audio Driver
Installation for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP
For Windows® 2000, you must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack2 or
later before installing the driver.
The following illustrations are based on Windows® XP environment and
could look slightly different if you install the drivers in different operating
systems.
1. Insert the companion CD into the CD-ROM drive. The setup screen
will automatically appear.
2. Click NVIDIA nForce System Drivers.
Click here
3. Click Next to start installing files into the system.
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Click here
4. Click Finish to restart the system.
Select
this
option
Click here
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Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function
After installing the audio driver, you are able to use the 4-/6-channel
audio feature now. To enable 4- or 6-channel audio operation, first connect 4
or 6 speakers to the appropriate audio connectors, and then select 4- or 6-
channel audio setting in the software utility.
There are two ways to utilize the function and connect the speakers to
your computer:
„ Using the optional S-Bracket
If your motherboard supports S-Bracket and you have installed S-
Bracket in the computer, you can connect two speakers to back
panel’s Line-Out connector, and the rest of speakers to S-Bracket.
„ Using the back panel only
If you do not have a S-Bracket, you can connect all speakers to the
audio connectors on the back panel.
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Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function
For MCP2-T
Using the Optional S-Bracket
S-Bracket integrates the SPDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interface) and
analog LINE OUT connectors together. With this optional accessory, users
will be able to decide either analog or digital audio output when applying the
speakers to the connectors.
Read the following instructions to have the Multi-Channel Audio Func-
tion mode properly set in the software utility, and then have your speakers
correctly connected to the S-Bracket:
Configuration in the Software Utility
1. Click the audio icon at the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Click the Speaker Setup tab.
3. Select a desired multi-channel operation from Listening Mode.
a. Headphones Mode for headphone Output
b. 2-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output
c. 4-Channel Mode for 4-Speaker Output
d. 6-Channel Mode for 5.1-Speaker Output
4. Select Analog Output and Digital Output when using S-Bracket.
4
6
3
5
7
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5. Select the Surround Settings in accordance with your speaker system.
6. Click Test Tone to auto-detect if all speakers are installed.
7. Click Speaker Setup Wizard to configure the control panel settings.
8. The Speaker Setup Wizard diglog box will pop out. Click Next to
continue.
9. Select a desired listening mode from the list.
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10a.
10b.
If you are using the digital connection, please select Digital
Output. Click Next to continue.
If you are using the analog connection, please select Analog
Output. Click Next to continue.
11a.
Select “My digital speakers support Dolby Digital decoding.”
to experience the 5.1 channel sound effects if your speakers
support so. Click Next.
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11b-1. Select “My analog speakers use a single input and are in Dolby
Surround mode.” Click Next.
Select this
11b-2. Do not click Rear Speakers and Center Speaker and
Subwoofer when using the S-Bracket.
Click Next.
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12. Click Finish.
13. Click the Environment tab.
14. Select a desired surround sound effect from the “Environment
Presets” drop-down menu.
Use the
drop-down
menu
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Connecting the Speakers
When you have set the Multi-Channel Audio Function mode properly
in the software utility, connect your speakers to the correct phonejacks
in accordance with the setting in software utility.
„ 2-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output
When this mode is selected, it is recommended to attach the speakers
to the Line Out connector on the back panel instead of the Line Out
connector on the S-Bracket.
Refer to the following diagram and caption for the function of each
phonejack on the back panel when 2-Channel mode is selected.
Analog Output
Digital Output
1
2
3
4
5
MIC
1
2
3
4
5
MIC
Line In
Line In
Line Out (Front channels)
Optical SPDIF jack
Coaxial SPDIF jack
Line Out (Front channels)
Optical SPDIF jack
Coaxial SPDIF jack
Back Panel
1
S-Bracket
2
4
3
5
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„ 4-Channel Mode for 4-Speaker Output
When this mode is selected, plug the two front speakers to the Line
Out connector on the back panel, and the other two rear speakers to
the Line Out connector on the S-Bracket.
Refer to the following diagram and caption for the function of each
phonejack on the back panel and S-Bracket when 4-Channel mode
is selected.
Digital Output
Analog Output
1
2
3
4
5
6
MIC
1
2
3
4
5
6
MIC
Line In
Line In
Line Out (Front channels)
Optical SPDIF jack
Coaxial SPDIF jack
Line Out (Reserved for Center
and Subwoofer channel, but it
is not functioning here)
Line Out (Rear channels)
Line Out (Front channels)
Optical SPDIF jack
Coaxial SPDIF jack
Line Out (Reserved for Center
and Subwoofer channel, but it
is not functioning here)
Line Out (Rear channels)
7
7
Back Panel
S-Bracket
1
2
4
6
3
5
7
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„ 6-Channel Mode for 6-Speaker Output
When this mode is selected, plug the two front speakers to the Line
Out connector on the back panel, and the other two rear speakers to
the Line Out connector on the S-Bracket.
Refer to the following diagram and caption for the function of each
phonejack on the back panel and S-Bracket when 6-Channel mode
is selected.
Analog Output
Digital Output
1
2
3
4
5
6
MIC
1
2
3
4
5
6
MIC
Line In
Line In
Line Out (Front channels)
Optical SPDIF jack
Coaxial SPDIF jack
Line Out (Center and
Subwoofer channels)
Line Out (Rear channels)
Line Out (Front channels)
Optical SPDIF jack
Coaxial SPDIF jack
Line Out (Center and
Subwoofer channels)
Line Out (Rear channels)
7
7
Back Panel
1
S-Bracket
2
4
3
6
5
7
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„ Digital Audio Output
When any Multi-Channel Audio Function mode is selected, you may
also connect your speakers to the Optical or Coaxial SPDIF phonejack
on the S-Bracket to exprience digital surround sound effect.
Remove the plug from the optical SPIDF phonejack before inserting
the fiber-optic cable, and read the following diagram and captions
for the function of each phonejack on the S-Bracket.
S-Bracket
1
2
Optical SPDIF jack
Coaxial SPDIF jack
1
Plug
2
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Using the Back Panel only
In addition to a default 2-channel analog audio output function, the au-
dio connectors on the Back Panel also provide 4- or 6-channel analog audio
output function if a proper setting is made in the software utility.
Read the following steps to have the Multi-Channel Audio Function
properly set in the software utility, and have your speakers correctly con-
nected to the Back Panel.
Configuration in the Software Utility
1. Click the audio icon at the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Click the Speaker Setup tab.
3. Select a desired multi-channel operation from Listening Mode.
a. Headphones Mode for headphone Output
b. 2-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output
c. 4-Channel Mode for 4-Speaker Output
d. 6-Channel Mode for 5.1-Speaker Output
4. Select Analog Output when using Back Panel only.
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5. Select the Surround Settings in accordance with your speaker system.
6. Click Test Tone to auto-detect if all speakers are installed.
7. Click Speaker Setup Wizard to configure the control panel settings.
8. The Speaker Setup Wizard diglog box will pop out. Click Next to
continue.
9. Select a desired listening mode from the list.
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10. Click Rear Speakers and Center Speaker and Subwoofer for 6-
channel speaker setup. Click Next.
12. Click Finish.
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Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function
Connecting the Speakers
When you have set the Multi-Channel Audio Function mode properly
in the software utility, connect your speakers to the correct phonejacks
in accordance with the setting in software utility.
„ 2-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output
Refer to the following diagram and caption for the function of each
phonejack on the back panel when 2-Channel Mode is selected.
Back Panel
1
2
3
MIC
1
Line In
Line Out (Front channels)
2
3
„ 4-Channel Mode for 4-Speaker Output
The audio jacks on the back panel always provide 2-channel analog
audio output function, however these audio jacks can be transformed
to 4- or 6- channel analog audio jacks by selecting the corresponding
multi-channel operation from No. of Speakers.
Refer to the following diagram and caption for the founction of each
jack on the back panel when 4-Channel Mode is selected.
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Back Panel
1
MIC
2 * Line Out (Rear channels)
Line Out (Front channels)
1
3
2
3
* Line In function is converted to Line Out function when 4-Channel Mode for
4-Speaker Output is selected.
„ 6-Channel Mode for 6-Speaker Output
Refer to the following diagram and caption for the founction of each
jack on the back panel when 6-Channel Mode is selected.
*
*
1
Line Out (Center and
Subwoofer channel)
Back Panel
1
2
3
Line Out (Rear channels)
Line Out (Front channels)
2
3
* Both Line In and MIC function are converted to Line Out function when 4-
Channel Mode for 6-Speaker Output is selected.
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For MCP2
Configuration in the Software Utility
1. Click the audio icon at the lower-right corner of the screen. The
Master Volume dialog box will appear on the screen.
2. On the Options menu, click Advanced Controls.
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3. Click Advanced.
Check here
4. Check Rear Speakers connected to Line In and Center speaker and
subwoofer connected to microphone for 6-channel audio output.
Check here
5. Click Close to exit.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Q: Where will I find the model number of the mainboard?
A: There are two places where you can find the model number of the mainboard:
1. Somewhere between the PCI slots you shall find MS-xxxx or the marketing
name like “K7T Turbo”. You can also find the version number beside it. 2. At
the back cover of the user's manual.
Q: What do you mean by PCB version 1?
A: PCB is printed circuit board. Saying PCB version 1 is the same as saying
motherboard version 1.
Q: Why my motherboard BIOS sticker is "Phoenix BIOS" but when I boot
up my system I saw that "Award BIOS" is being used?
A: Phoenix & Award already merged as one company. All MSI motherboard
using Award BIOS comes with Phoenix logo sticker.
Q: How do I know what MSI D-LED or D-bracket light mean?
A: Please follow the special tech issue, http://www.msi.com.tw/support/
techexpress/special_tech/smartled.htm
Q: I have got MSI Motherboard and when it says detecting drives, it detects
them but says an error saying "Primary IDE Channel no 80 Conductor
CableInstalled"
A: This is not a problem. It merely means that you're using an ATA-66 or ATA-
100 HDD, but you're using the conductor 40 ATA-33 cable.
Q: I have high speed CPU cooling fan like Taisol CGK760092, Vantec CCK-
6035D & GlobalWin WBK38. Can I install the fan directly to the
motherboard?
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A: We strongly recommend that you do NOT connect those described CPU
fan directly to your motherboard, as it draws so much power, that it could
damage it. Please use a 3-Pin to 4-Pin Cable that comes together with the fan.
Q: Can I use more than 512MB memory on Win9x or WinME?
A: No, you can’t. You can only use more than 512MB memory on Win2000 or
WinXP. This is a Microsoft OS issue. Please check http://support/microsoft.
com/support/kb/articles/Q108/0/79.ASP
Q: I have tried to download the MSI Live Update utility from http://www.msi.
com.tw/support/liveupdate/livedriver.htmbutitkeepsonfailing?
A: This can be solved by one of the following suggestions: 1. Dont install
zonealarm 2. Disable "WebTrap" of PC-cillion 2000 3. Disable any web based
anti-virus Software.
Q: Can Live Update Series support WinXP?
A: Live Update Series version 215 can support WinXP. Download it from http:/
/www.msi.com.tw/support/liveupdate/livedriver.htm
Q: After flashing the BIOS, my system for unknown reason dont want to boot,
whatshouldIdo?
A: Please refer to the following suggestions: 1. Try the BIOS boot recovery
feature as described in http://www.msi.com.tw/support/bios/boot.htm 2. Try
to clear the CMOS If problem still persists, ask your reseller for new BIOS
chip or contact one of MSI office near your place for new BIOS chip http://
www.msi.com.tw/contact/main.htm
Q: Should I update my BIOS, once a new BIOS is released?
A: A new BIOS is usually released due to the following reasons:
1. New function is supported
2. New BIOS source code
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3. Bugs are found
4. Customer-specific request
When we release a new BIOS, there's usually a release note attached which
lists the reason for the release. Refer to this release note and decide for
yourself if upgrading to the new BIOS will be worth it. A word of advice,
though, do not upgrade to the new BIOS, unless you really have to.
Q: How do I update the BIOS?
A: Please refer to http://www.msi.com.tw/support/bios/note.htm for details.
Q: How do I identify the BIOS version?
A: Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is the BIOS
version. It is usually in the format:
1. For older model number:
AG76091096where:
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI(R) W = AWARD(R) P = PHOENIX
(R).
2nd digit refers to the internal chipset code.
3rd digit refers to the processor class as 5 = 486, 7 = 586, 8 = 686.
4th digit is incremental.
091096 refers to the date this BIOS is released.
2. For newer model number:
W5139MSV1.0091096where:
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI(R) W = AWARD(R) P = PHOENIX
(R).
2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number.
6th - 7th digit refers to the customer as MS = all standard customers.
V1.0 refers to the BIOS version.
091096 refers to the date this BIOS is released.
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Q: After flashing the bios and rebooting the system, the screen went blank.
A: For AMI BIOS
Rename the desired AMI BIOS file to AMIBOOT.ROM and save it on a
floppy disk. e.g. Rename A569MS23.ROM to AMIBOOT.ROM
Insert this floppy disk in the floppy drive. Turn On the system and press
and hold Ctrl-Home to force update. It will read the AMIBOOT.ROM file
and recover the BIOS from the A drive.
When 4 beeps are heard you may remove the floppy disk and restart the
computer.
For Award BIOS
Make a bootable floopy disk
Copy the Award flash utility & BIOS file to the said floppy disk
Create an autoexec.bat with "awdfl535 biosfilename" in the content e.g.
awdfl535a619mj21.bin
Boot up system with the said floppy (it will take less than 2 minutes before
screen comes out)
Re-flash the BIOS & reboot.
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Glossary
Glossary
Glossary
ACPI (Advanced Configuration & Power Interface)
This power management specification enables the OS (operating system) to control the
amount of power given to each device attached to the computer. Windows 98/98SE,
Windows 2000 and Windows ME can fully support ACPI to allow users managing the
system power flexibly.
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port)
A new, high-speed graphics interface that based on PCI construction and designed
especially for the throughput demands of 3-D graphics. AGP provides a direct channel
(32-bit wide bus) between the display controller and main memory for high graphics
quality and performance.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth refers to a worldwide standard for the wireless exchange of data between two
devices. Bluetooth requires that a low-cost transceiver chip be included in each device.
The tranceiver transmits and receives in a previously unused frequency band of 2.45
GHz that is available globally (with some variation of bandwidth in different countries).
In addition to data, up to three voice channels are available. Each device has a unique 48-
bit address from the IEEE 802 standard. Connections can be point-to-point or
multipoint. The maximum range is 10 meters. Data can be exchanged at a rate of 1
megabit per second (up to 2 Mbps in the second generation of the technology).
BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)
On PCs, an essential software that contains all the control code of input/output inter-
face (such as keyboard, disk drives, etc.). It executes hardware test on booting the
system, starts the OS, and provides an interface between the OS and the components.
The BIOS is stored in a ROM chip.
Bus
A set of hardware lines within the computer system, through which the data is trans-
ferred among different components. In a PC, the term bus usually refers to a local bus
that connects the internal components to the CPU and main memory.
Cache
A special memory subsystem that is used to speed up the data transfer. It stores the
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contents of frequently accessed RAM locations and the addresses where these data
items are stored.
Chipset
A collection of integrated chips designed to perform one or more related functions. For
example, a modem chipset contains all the primary circuits for transmitting and receiv-
ing data; a PC chipset provides the electronic interfaces between all subsystems.
Clock Cycle
Clock cycle (or tick) is the smallest unit of time recognized by a device. For personal
computers, clock cycles generally refer to the main system clock, which runs at 66
MHz. This means that there are 66 million clock cycles per second. Since modern
CPUs run much faster (up to 533 MHz), the CPU can execute several instructions in a
single clock tick.
CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor)
CMOS is a widely used type of semiconductor, which features high speed and low
power consumption. PCs usually contain a small amount of battery-powered CMOS
memory to retain the date, time, and system setup parameters.
DRAM (Dynamic RAM)
A most common type of computer memory. It usually uses one transistor and a
capacitor to represent a bit. As the development of technology, the memory type and
specification used in computer becomes variety, such as SDRAM, DDR SDRAM, and
RDRAM. For further instruction, please see the table below:
Dynamic RAM (DRAM) Memory Technologies
Peak
Bandwidth
Type
First Used Clock Rate Bus* Width
Volts
FPM (60,70ns)
1990
1994
1996
1998
1999
25MHz
40MHz
64 bits
64 bits
64 bits
64 bits
64 bits
16 bits
64 bits
64 bits
200 MBps
320 MBps
528 MBps
800 MBps
1.1 GBps
1.6 GBps
1.6 GBps
2.1 GBps
5v
EDO (50,60,70ns)
SDRAM (66MHz)
SDRAM (100MHz)
SDRAM (133MHz)
5v
66MHz
3.3v
3.3v
3.3v
2.5v
3.3v
3.3v
100MHz
133MHz
400MHz
100MHz
133MHz
RDRAM (Direct Rambus) 1999
DDR SDRAM (100MHz)
DDR SDRAM (133MHz)
2000
2000
* Memory channel width (64 bits started with 75MHz Pentium)
Source: Computer Desktop Encyclopedia
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Glossary
ECC Memory (Error Correcting Code Memory)
A type of memory that contains special circuitry for testing the accuracy of data and
correcting the errors on the fly.
EEPROM
Acronym for Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An EEPROM
is a special type of PROM that can be erased by exposing it to an electrical charge. Like
other types of PROM, EEPROM retains its contents even when the power is turned
off. Also like other types of ROM, EEPROM is not as fast as RAM. EEPROM is
similar to flash memory (sometimes called flash EEPROM). The principal difference is
that EEPROM requires data to be written or erased one byte at a time whereas flash
memory allows data to be written or erased in blocks. This makes flash memory faster.
EIDE
Short for Enhanced IDE, a newer version of the IDE mass storage device interface
standard developed by Western Digital Corporation. It supports data rates of between
4 and 16.6 MBps, about three to four times faster than the old IDE standard. In
addition, it can support mass storage devices of up to 8.4 gigabytes, whereas the old
standard was limited to 528 MB. Because of its lower cost, enhanced EIDE has
replaced SCSI in many areas. There are four EIDE modes defined. The most common
is Mode 4, which supports transfer rates of 16.6 MBps. There is also a new mode,
called ATA-3 or Ultra ATA, that supports transfer rates of 33 MBps.
EISA (Extended Industry Standard Architecture)
EISA is a standard bus (computer interconnection) architecture that extends the ISA
standard to a 32-bit interface. It was developed in part as an open alternative to the
proprietary Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) that IBM introduced in its PS/2
computers. EISA data transfer can reach a peak of 33 megabytes per second.
ESCD (Extended System Configuration Data)
It is a format for storing information about Plug-and-Play (PnP) devices in the BIOS.
Windows and the BIOS access the ESCD area each time you re-boot your computer
External Cache
Short for Level 2 cache, cache memory that is external to the microprocessor. In
general, L2 cache memory, also called the secondary cache, resides on a separate chip
from the microprocessor chip. Although, more and more microprocessors are including
L2 caches into their architectures.
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IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)
A type of disk-drive interface widely used to connect hard disks, CD-ROMs and tape
drives to a PC, in which the controller electronics is integrated into the drive itself,
eliminating the need for a separate adapter card. The IDE interface is known as the
ATA (AT Attachment) specification.
IEEE1394
A new, high speed external bus standard, also known as FireWire or iLink, which
supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps for connecting up to 63 external
devices.
Internal Cache
Short for Level 1 cache, a memory cache built into the microprocessor. The L1 cache is
also called the primary cache.
IrDA (Infrared Data Association)
A group of device vendors, including computer, component and telecommunications,
who have developed a standard for transmitting data via infrared light waves. This
enables you to transfer data from one device to another without any cables.
IRQ (Interrupt Request Line)
IRQs are hardware lines over which devices can send interrupt signals to the
microprocessor. When you add a new device to a PC, you sometimes need to set its
IRQ number by setting a DIP switch. This specifies which interrupt line the device
may use. IRQ conflicts used to be a common problem when adding expansion boards,
but the Plug-and-Play specification has removed this headache in most cases.
ISA (Industry Standard Architecture)
ISA is a standard bus (computer interconnection) architecture that is associated with
the IBM AT motherboard. It allows 16 bits at a time to flow between the motherboard
circuitry and an expansion slot card and its associated device(s). Also see EISA and
MCA.
LAN (Local Area Network)
A computer network that covers a relatively smaller area, such as in a building or an
enterprise. It is made up of servers, workstations, shared resources, a network operat-
ing system and a communications link. These individual PCs and devices on a LAN are
known as “nodes”, and are connected by cables to access data and devices anywhere on
the LAN, so that many users can share expensive devices and data.
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LBA (Logical Block Addressing)
Logical block addressing is a technique that allows a computer to address a hard disk
larger than 528 megabytes. A logical block address is a 28-bit value that maps to a
specific cylinder-head-sector address on the disk. 28 bits allows sufficient variation to
specify addresses on a hard disk up to 8.4 gigabytes in data storage capacity. Logical
block addressing is one of the defining features of Enhanced IDE (EIDE), a hard disk
interface to the computer bus or data paths.
LED (Light Emitting Diode)
A semiconductor device that converts electrical energy into light. Since it lights up
(usually red) when electricity is passed through it, it is usually used for the activity
lights on computer’s component, such as disk drivers.
LPT (Line Printer Terminal)
Logical device name for a line printer; a name reserved by the MS-DOS for up to three
parallel printer ports: LPT1, LPT2, and LPT3. It is frequently used by the OS to
identify a printer.
Overclocking
Overclocking is resetting your computer so that the microprocessor runs faster than the
manufacturer-specified speed (for example, setting an Intel 166 MHz (megahertz)
microprocessor to run at 200 Mhz).
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect)
A local bus standard developed by Intel that first appeared on PCs in late 1993. PCI
provides “plug and play” capability and allows IRQs to be shared. The PCI controller
can exchange data with the system's CPU either 32 bits or 64 bits at a time.
PnP (Plug and Play)
A set of specifications that allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with
peripherals. The user can "plug" in a peripheral device and "play" it without configur-
ing the system manually. To implement this useful feature, both the BIOS that sup-
ports PnP and a PnP expansion card are required.
POST (Power On Self Test)
During booting up your system, the BIOS executes a series of diagnostic tests, include
checking the RAM, the keyboard, the disk drives, etc., to see if they are properly
connected and operating.
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MS-6570 ATX Mainboard
PS/2 Port
A type of port developed by IBM for connecting a mouse or keyboard to a PC. The
PS/2 port supports a mini DIN plug containing just 6 pins. Most modern PCs equipped
with PS/2 ports so that the special port can be used by another device, such as a
modem.
RAID
RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks; originally Redundant Array of Inex-
pensive Disks) is a way of storing the same data in different places (thus, redundantly)
on multiple hard disks. By placing data on multiple disks, I/O operations can overlap in
a balanced way, improving performance. Since multiple disks increases the mean time
between failure (MTBF), storing data redundantly also increases fault-tolerance.
SCSI
Acronym for Small Computer System Interface. Pronounced "scuzzy," SCSI is a par-
allel interface standard used by Apple Macintosh computers, PCs, and many UNIX
systems for attaching peripheral devices to computers. SCSI interfaces provide for
faster data transmission rates (up to 80 megabytes per second) than standard serial and
parallel ports. In addition, you can attach many devices to a single SCSI port, so that
SCSI is really an I/O bus rather than simply an interface.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
A hardware interface for low-speed peripherals such as the keyboard, mouse, joystick,
etc. USB provides a maximum bandwidth of 12 Mbit/sec (Mbps) for connecting up to
127 peripheral devices to PC. USB features hot swap capability and multiple data
streams, allows external devices to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the
system off.
Virus
A program or a piece of code that infects computer files by inserting in those files
copies of itself. The virus code is buried within an existing program, and is activated
when that program is executed. All the viruses are man-made, and often have damaging
side effects.
WLAN
Acronym for wireless local-area network. Also referred to as LAWN. A type of local-
area network that uses high-frequency radio waves rather than wires to communicate
between nodes.
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