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- Page 1 Hetis 865G Series Hetis 865G Series Hetis 865G Series Hetis 865G Series Hetis 865G Series MS6255 Barebone MS6255 Barebone MS6255 Barebone MS6255 Barebone MS6255 Barebone Version 1.0 G52-B6255X1...
- Page 2 Manual Rev: 1.0 Release Date: June 2003 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equip- ment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Page 3: Copyright Notice
Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Chapter 1. Getting Strated ............... 1-1 System Map ..................1-2 System Features ................... 1-4 Thermal Solution .................. 1-5 Power Supply ..................1-7 Chapter 2. Introducing Mainboard ............2-1 Mainboard Layout ................2-2 Quick Components Guide ..............2-3 Mainboard Specifications ..............2-4 Installing CPU .................. - Page 6 Parallel Port .................. 2-15 DVI Connector: DVI1 ..............2-16 IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-1 ..............2-17 VGA Port ..................2-17 Serial Port ..................2-18 USB Ports ..................2-18 Connectors ..................2-18 Hard Disk/CD-ROM Connector: IDE1 ......... 2-19 FDD Connector: FDD1 ..............2-19 Front Panel Connector: JFP1 ............
- Page 7 Selecting the First Boot Device ............. 4-2 Control Keys ................. 4-3 Getting Help .................. 4-3 The Main Menu ................... 4-4 Standard CMOS Setup ................. 4-6 Advanced BIOS Features ..............4-8 Advanced Chipset Features ............... 4-13 Power Management Features ............. 4-15 PNP/PCI Configurations ..............
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Page 8: Technical Support
Alternatively, please try the follow- ing 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/... -
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting Started Getting Started Congratulations for purchasing MS-6255 barebone. The MS- 6255 barebone is your best Slim PC choice. Based on the “all-in- one” design idea, the MS-6255 provides 2 “1394” ports (option), 6 USB ports, 2 TV-out jacks (option), 1 DVI jack (option) and 1 SPDIF jack. -
Page 10: System Map
Chapter 1 1.1 System Map Chassis Dimension: 310mm (H) x 84mm (W) x 345mm (D) Minimized screw structure Detachable bay housing Front View 1. Power Switch 7. 4 x USB 2.0 Ports 8. Mic-in, Line-out 2. Power LED 9. SPDIF out 3. -
Page 11: Back View
Getting Started Back View 1. Mic-in 10. Power Jack 2. Line-in 11. S-Video out (Option) 3. Line-out 12. COM A 4. AV-out (Option) 13. Parallel Port 5. DVI Port (Option) 14. PCI Slot 6. VGA Port 15. RJ-45 LAN Jack 7. -
Page 12: System Features
Chapter 1 1.2 system features Feature Description Small P4 chassis 84 (H) x 310 (W) x 345 (D) mm External Devices 1 x IDE/Serial CD-ROM/RW or DVD-ROM (Option) 1 x Card Reader/FDD (Option) Internal Support 1 x IDE/Serial ATA HDD Front Access USB 2.0 x 4 4-in 1394 x 1 (Option) -
Page 13: Thermal Solution
Getting Started 1.3 Thermal Solution The system has good thermal solution. The specially designed CPU cooler supports CPU up to 3.0GHz and above. The system fan also effectively help to exhaust hot air through a complete air flow direction. CPU Cooler CPU Fan Air Flow Direction Inhale !!! -
Page 14: System Air Flow Direction
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Page 15: Power Supply
Getting Started 1.4 Power Supply Dimension: 80 (H) x 120 (W) x 120 mm (D) PFC: Yes Waltage: 245~250 Max Certificate: FCC/UL/CUL/BSMI/CB/NEMKO/TUV/CCC AC Output: 100~127/200~240 VAC, Switch Selectable, Auto Protection DC Output: +3.3V 17A, +5V 21A, +12V 13A, -12V 0.8A, +5Vsb... -
Page 16: Chapter 2. Introducing Mainboard
Introducing Mainboard Introducing Mainboard This chapter mentions the information about MS-6765 mainboard. Each component’s function and pin definition are intro- duced to provide you with the complete information about mainboard feature. Read this chapter carefully before assembling the system. -
Page 17: Mainboard Layout
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Page 18: Quick Components Guide
Introducing Mainboard 2.2 Quick Components Guide Component Function Reference Socket 478 Installing CPU See p. 2-6~2-7 DDR1 & DDR2 Installing DIMM modules See p. 2-8~2-9 ATX Power Supply Connecting to 20-pin ATX power See p. 2-10 supply JPW1 Connecting to 12V ATX power See p. -
Page 19: Mainboard Specifications
Chapter 2 2.3 Mainboard Specifications Supports Socket 478 for Intel Pentium™ 4/Northwood processor ® up to 3 GHz and above Chipset Intel 865G chipset ® - Supports FSB 800/533/400 MHz - Supports integrated graphics - Supports DDR 400/333/266 memory interface Intel ICH5 chipset ®... - Page 20 Introducing Mainboard Front Panel - 2 audio ports (Lin-out, Mic_in) - 4 USB ports - 1 SPDIF out - 4-pin 1394 connector (Optional) x 1 Internal Pin-Header - CPU fan & system fan - Clear CMOS pin-header - 1 standard floppy connector - 1 IDE connector - Audio (CD-in) - On-board buzzer...
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Page 21: Installing Cpu
The mainboard uses a CPU socket called Socket 478 for easy CPU installation. The Hetis 865G has its specific CPU cooler that is included in the package. Follow the procedures as below to install the CPU. You can also refer to p. - Page 22 Introducing Mainboard 4. If the CPU is correctly installed, the pins should be completely embedded into the socket. Incorrect CPU placement Gold arrow Any violation of the correct installation procedures may cause permanent damages to your mainboard. Press the CPU down firmly into Press down the socket and close the lever.
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Page 23: Memory Installation
Chapter 2 2.5 Memory Installation The mainboard provides two sockets for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM (Double In-Line Memory Module) and supports the memory size up to 2 GB. You can install PC3200/DDR400, PC2700/DDR333 or PC2100/DDR266 modules into the DDR DIMM slots. Introduction to DDR SDRAM DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM is similar to conventional SDRAM, but doubles the rate by trans-... -
Page 24: Installing Ddr Modules
Introducing Mainboard Installing DDR Modules 1. The DDR DIMM has only one notch on the center of module. The module will only fit in the right orientation. 2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in. notch Volt 3. -
Page 25: Power Supply
Chapter 2 2.6 Power supply ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: ATX1 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. -
Page 26: Front Panel
Introducing Mainboard 2.7 Front panel Audio Port 1394 Port SPDIF Jack USB Ports SPDIF out Jack The connector allows you to connect to Sony & Philips Digital Inter- face (SPDIF), developed jointly by the Sony and Philips corporations . A standard audio file transfer format, SPDIF allows the transfer of digital audio signals from one device to another without having to be converted first to an analog format. -
Page 27: Usb Ports
Chapter 2 USB Ports The mainboard provides an UHCI (Universal Host Controller Interface) Universal Serial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or other USB-compatible devices. You can plug the USB devices directly into these connectors. The mainboard supports USB 1.1 & 2.0 devices. USB Port Description SIGNAL DESCRIPTION... -
Page 28: Back Panel
Introducing Mainboard 2.8 back panel The Rear Panel provides the following connectors: COM A Parallel Port LAN Jack Mouse DVI Port Line-in MIC -in VGA Port Keyboard J1394-1 USB Ports Line-out Mouse/Keyboard Connectors The mainboard provides two standard PS/2 mini DIN connectors for ®... -
Page 29: Audio Port
Chapter 2 Audio Port Line Out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is used for external CD player, Tape player, or other audio devices. Mic-in is a connector for microphones. 1/8” Stereo Audio Connectors Line Out Line In MIC-in NOTE: The mainboard supports 4- or 6- channel audio function. -
Page 30: Parallel Port
Introducing Mainboard Parallel Port 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. Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION STROBE Strobe DATA0 Data0... -
Page 31: Dvi Connector: Dvi1
Chapter 2 DVI Connector: DVI1 (Digital Output Only) The mainboard provides a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector which allows you to connect an LCD monitor. The DVI connector provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display device. C1 C2 DVI-I Connector Signal Assignment... -
Page 32: Ieee 1394 Port: J1394-1
Introducing Mainboard IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-1 The bigger 6-pin IEEE 1394 Port on the back panel is designed for you to connect to IEEE 1394 devices without external power. That means the mainboard can provide the power for the devices connected to this port. Software Support IEEE 1394 Driver is provided by Windows 98 SE, Windows... -
Page 33: Serial Port
Chapter 2 Serial Port The mainboard offers one 9-pin male DIN connector as serial port. The port is 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. -
Page 34: Connectors
Introducing Mainboard 2.9 Connectors Hard Disk/CD-ROM Connector: IDE1 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA/33/66/100 function. The connector on the mainboard allows you to connect to the IDE devices: HDD &... -
Page 35: Front Panel Connector: Jfp1
Chapter 2 Front Panel Connector: JFP1 The mainboard provides one front panel connector for you to connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. JFP1 is compliant with Intel Front Panel ® I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Power Power Switch JFP1 Reset Switch JFP1 Pin Definition... -
Page 36: Fan Power Connectors: Cpufan1/Sys_Fan1/Nbfan1
Introducing Mainboard Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SYS_FAN1/NBFAN1 The CPUFAN1 (CPU fan), SYS_FAN1 (system fan) and NBFAN1(North Bridge Cooler fan) support system cooling fans with +12V that is controlled by PWM. When connecting the wire to the three-pin head connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to the +12V (that is controlled by PWM), the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND. -
Page 37: Internal Speaker Connector: Con1
Chapter 2 Internal Speaker Connector: CON1 This connector is used to connect the built-in internal speaker. CON1 On-Board S-Video out Connector: JTV1 The mainboard provides a TV-out connector for you to connect to a TV or video device. JTV1 Card Reader Connector: J3 This connector is used to connect the OPTIONAL card reader. -
Page 38: Serial Ata Connectors: Sata1, Sata2
Introducing Mainboard Serial ATA Connectors: SATA1, SATA2 The southbridge of this mainboard is ICH5 which supports two serial connectors SATA1& SATA2. SATA1 & SATA2 are dual high-speed Serial ATA interface ports. Each supports 1 generation serial ATA data rates of 150 MB/s. Both connectors are fully compliant with Serial ATA 1.0 specifications. -
Page 39: Jumper
Chapter 2 2.10 jumper The motherboard provides one jumper for you to set the computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through the use of the jumper. 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. -
Page 40: Slot
Introducing Mainboard 2.11 Slot The mainboard provides one 32-bit Master PCI bus slot. The PCI slot allows you to insert PCI Riser Card. The PCI Riser Card is included in the MS-6255 barebone. The Riser Card allows you to insert two expansion cards. -
Page 41: Chapter 3. System Assembly
System Assembly System Assembly This chapter provides you with the installation procedures of the MS-6255 barebone. It is useful for you to read the information of mainboard setup before assembling the whole system. -
Page 42: Overview
Chapter 3 3.1 overview The built-in MS-6765 mainboard is designed for MS-6255 barebone only. Except MS-6765 mainboard, the built-in components of MS-6255 barebone include power supply and PCI riser card. In this chapter we’ll show you how to install CPU, FDD/Card Reader, HDD, CD-ROM and CPU Cooler. Installation Tools Gloves Screw Driver... -
Page 43: Installation Flowchart
System Assembly Installation Flowchart START Install HDD Module Remove Chassis Cover Remove Front Panel Bezel Install FDD/Card Reader Install DIMM Module Install CD-ROM Module Install CPU Replace Front Panel Bezel Install CPU Cooler Replace Cover FINISH... -
Page 44: Checking The Items
Chapter 3 Checking the Items Before assembling your system, check the items that are used. Some items are included in packing whereas some are not. Check with your dealer for the real and complete packing list. The Cables CPU Cooler S-Video HDD/CD-ROM Card Reader... -
Page 45: Installation Procedures
System Assembly 3.2 Installation Procedures 1. Removing Cover/Riser Card/Front Panel Bezel Remove the two thumb screws on the cover. Use your two hands to remove the cover. Remove the screw on the back panel to release the riser card. Remove the screw on the Front Panel Bezel to release the riser card. - Page 46 Chapter 3 Remove the riser card. Press the place indicated to release the bracket of Front Panel Bezel. Release the Front Panel cable from the connector. The Front Panel Bezel has been released.
- Page 47 System Assembly 2. Installing RAM/CPU/CPU Cooler Install the DIMM module. (Refer to p. 2-9 for more information. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close. Locate the CPU socket. Pull the lever away from the socket and raise it up to 90-degree angle.
- Page 48 Chapter 3 The CPU has been completely installed. Put the cooler onto the CPU. Use screws to secure the CPU cooler. Follow the sequence indi- cated to install screws. Install the 2nd screw.
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Page 49: Installing Hdd
System Assembly 3. Installing HDD Flip the tray lever to release the tray. Pull the lever in the direction indicated to take out the tray. Insert the HDD module into the tray. Use 4 screws to secure the HDD module Connect the cables (including HDD cable and power cord). - Page 50 Chapter 3 Insert the HDD tray into the chassis and push the lever in the direction indicated to close the lever. Press the place indicated to secure the tray. 3-10...
- Page 51 System Assembly 4. Installing FDD/Card Reader Flip the place indicated to take out the bracket of Front Panel Bezel. Reverse the Front Panel Bezel. Option 1: Insert the FDD module into the Front Panel Bezel. Use 4 screws to secure the FDD module.
- Page 52 Chapter 3 Option 2: Insert the Card Reader into the Front Panel Bezel. (Connect the Card Reader cable before inserting & securing the Card Reader.) Use 4 screws to secure the Card Reader. 3-12...
- Page 53 System Assembly 5. Installing CD-ROM Insert the CD-ROM module into the Front Panel Bezel. Use the screw to secure the CD-ROM from the top. Use the screw to secure the CD-ROM from the top. NOTE: There are three holes: I, E and S as indicated.
- Page 54 Chapter 3 Use the screw to secure the CD-ROM from the right side. NOTE: There are three holes: I, E and S as indicated. Please insert the screw into the “I” hole. 3-14...
- Page 55 System Assembly 6. Replacing Front Panel Bezel & Cover Replace the bracket of Front Panel Bezel. Replace the Front Panel Bezel. Connect the Front Panel cable. Connect the CD-ROM cable. 3-15...
- Page 56 Chapter 3 Connect the CD-ROM power cord. Option 1: Connect the FDD cable. Connect the FDD power cord. Option 2: Connect the Card Reader Cable. 3-16...
- Page 57 System Assembly Replace the riser card and use screws to secure it. NOTE: Refer to p. 3-5, the reverse process of removing riser card. Replace the cover. Use two thumb screws to secure the cover. NOTE: Refer to p. 3-5, the reverse process of removing cover.
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Page 58: Chapter 4. Bios Setup
BIOS Setup Chapter 3. BIOS Setup BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup pro- gram 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. -
Page 59: Entering Setup
Chapter 4 4.1 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. DEL:Setup F11:Boot Menu F12:Network boot TAB:Logo 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. -
Page 60: Control Keys
BIOS Setup 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> Select the item <Esc> Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a submenu <+/PU>... -
Page 61: The Main Menu
Chapter 4 4.2 the main menu Once you enter AMIBIOS NEW SETUP UTILITY, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. The Main Menu displays twelve configurable functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter>... - Page 62 BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals. PC Health Status This entry shows your PC health status. Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control. Set Supervisor Password Use this menu to set Supervisor Password. Set User Password Use this menu to set User Password.
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Page 63: Standard Cmos Setup
Chapter 4 4.3 standard cmos features The items inside STANDARD CMOS SETUP menu are divided into 9 categories. Each category includes none, one or more setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item you want to modify and use the <PgUp> or <PgDn>... - Page 64 BIOS Setup Primary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to select the hard disk drive type. The specification of hard disk drive will show up on the right hand according to your selection. Type Select how to define the HDD parameters Cylinders Enter cylinder number Heads...
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Page 65: Advanced Bios Features
Chapter 4 4.4 advanced bios features 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. Boot Device Select Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu screen. Boot Device Priority: 1st/2nd/3rd The items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where AMIBIOS attempts to load the operating system. - Page 66 BIOS Setup ARMD-HDD The system will boot from ARMD device, such as MO or ZIP drive, that functions as hard disk drive. CD/DVD The system will boot from the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM. Legacy SCSI The system will boot from the SCSI. Legacy NETWORK The system will boot from the Network drive.
- Page 67 Chapter 4 Available settings for “1st/2nd/3rd” boot device vary de- pending on the bootable devices you have installed. For example, if you did not install a floppy drive, the setting “Floppy” does not show up. Try Other Boot Device Setting the option to Yes allows the system to try to boot from other devices if the system fails to boot from the 1st/2nd/3rd boot device.
- Page 68 BIOS Setup Password Check This specifies the type of AMIBIOS password protection that is implemented. Setting options are described below. Option Description Setup The password prompt appears only when end users try to run Setup. Always A password prompt appears every time when the com- puter is powered on or when end users try to run Setup.
- Page 69 Chapter 4 APIC ACPI SCI IRQ This field is used to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller). Due to compliance to PC2001 design guide, the system is able to run in APIC mode. Enabling APIC mode will expand available IRQs resources for the system.
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Page 70: Advanced Chipset Features
BIOS Setup 4.5 advanced chipset features NOTE: Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. DRAM Timing Setting... Press <Enter> and to enter the sub-menu screen. Configure SDRAM Timing by SPD Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) EEPROM on the DRAM module. - Page 71 Chapter 4 CAS# Latency This controls the timing delay (in clock cycles) before SDRAM starts a read command after receiving it. Settings: 2, 2.5 (clocks). 2 (clocks) increases the system performance the most while 2.5 (clocks) provides the most stable performance. RAS# Precharge This item controls the number of cycles for Row Address Strobe (RAS) to be allowed to precharge.
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Page 72: Power Management Features
BIOS Setup 4.6 power management Features ACPI Standby State This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your operating system supports ACPI, such as Windows 98SE, Windows ME and Windows 2000, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1(POS) or S3(STR) fashion through the setting of this field. - Page 73 Chapter 4 Re-Call VGA BIOS at S3 Resuming Selecting Enabled allows BIOS to call VGA BIOS to initialize the VGA card when system wakes up (resumes) from S3 sleep state. The system resume time is shortened when you disable the function, but system will need an AGP driver to initialize the VGA card.
- Page 74 BIOS Setup FDC/LPT/COM Ports, Primary/Secondary Master/Slave IDE These items specify if the BIOS will monitor the activity of the specified hardware peripherals or components. If set to Monitor, any activity detected on the specified hardware peripherals or components will wake up the system or prevent the system from entering the power saving modes.
- Page 75 Chapter 4 - You need to install a modem card supporting power on function for “Resume On Ring” function. Resume On PME# This field specifies whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or component is detected.
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Page 76: Pnp/Pci Configurations
BIOS Setup 4.7 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 allows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses when communicating with its special components. - Page 77 Chapter 4 Init. Graphics Adapter Priority This setting specifies which VGA card is your primary graphics adapter. Setting options are: Internal VGA The system initializes the onboard VGA device. PCI/Int-VGA The system initializes the installed PCI VGA card first. If a PCI VGA card is not available, it will initialize the onboard VGA device.
- Page 78 BIOS Setup IRQ 3/4/5/7/9/10/11/14/15 These items specify the bus where the specified IRQ line is used. The settings determine if AMIBIOS should remove an IRQ from the pool of available IRQs passed to devices that are configurable by the system BIOS.
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Page 79: Integrated Peripherals
Chapter 4 4.8 integrated peripherals USB Controller This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard USB controllers. USB Device Legacy Support Set to Enabled if your need to use any USB 1.1/2.0 device in the operating system that does not support or have any USB 1.1/2.0 driver installed, such as DOS and SCO Unix. - Page 80 BIOS Setup On-Chip ATA(s) Operate Mode This setting allows you to determine how the RAID controller on the south bridge is going to switch to SATA controller. Legacy Mode means you may use the traditional 14 and 15 IRQs, while Native Mode means you may use all the available IRQs.
- Page 81 Chapter 4 ATA Configuration The field lets you to configure the available ATA controller. Setting options: Disabled, P-ATA Only, S-ATA Only, P-ATA+S-ATA. S-ATA Keep Enabled This item is available for you to enable/disable the onboard S-ATA. Setting options: Yes, No. P-ATA Keep Enabled This item is available for you to enable/disable the onboard P-ATA.
- Page 82 BIOS Setup Set Super I/O Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: OnBoard FDC Select Enabled if your system has a floppy disk controller (FDD) installed on the system board and you wish to use it. Option Description Auto...
- Page 83 Chapter 4 EPP Version The item selects the EPP version used by the parallel port if the port is set to EPP mode. Settings: 1.7 and 1.9. Parallel Port IRQ When Onboard Parallel Port is set to Auto, the item shows Auto indicating that BIOS determines the IRQ for the parallel port automatically.
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Page 84: Pc Health Status
BIOS Setup 4.9 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 mecha- nism onboard. Chassis Intrusion The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened. -
Page 85: Frequency/Voltage Control
Chapter 4 4.10 Frequency/voltage control Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control. CPU Ratio Selection This setting controls the multiplier that is used to determine the internal clock speed of the processor relative to the external or motherboard clock speed. DRAM Frequency Use this field to configure the clock frequency of the installed DRAM. - Page 86 BIOS Setup CPU FSB Clock (Mhz) Just for information. It doesn’t allow you to make any setting. DDR Clock (Mhz) Just for information. It doesn’t allow you to make any setting. 4-29...
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Page 87: Supervisor/User Password
Chapter 4 4.11 supervisor/user password When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: Type the password, up to six characters in length, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. -
Page 88: Optimal/Fail-Safe Defaults
BIOS Setup 4.12 optimal/Fail safe defaults The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to Optimal defaults or Fail Safe defaults. The Optimal Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer for the best system perform- ance but probably will cause a stability issue. -
Page 89: Appendix: Using 4- Or 6-Channel Audio Function
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function Appendix: Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function The motherboard is equipped with Realtek ALC650 chip, which provides support for 6-channel audio output, including 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Center and 1 Subwoofer channel. ALC650 allows the board to attach 4 or 6 speakers for better surround sound effect. -
Page 90: Installing The Audio Driver
Appendix Installing the Audio Driver You need to install the driver for Realtek ALC650 chip to function prop- erly before you can get access to 4-/6-channel audio operations. Follow the procedures described below to install the drivers for different operating systems. Installation for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP For Windows 2000, you must install Windows... -
Page 91: Using 4-/6- Channel Audio Function
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function Click here Click Finish to restart the system. Select this option Click here... - Page 92 Appendix Using 4- or 6- Channel Audio Function In addition to a default 2-Channel analog audio output function, the audio 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 connected to the Back Panel:...
- Page 93 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.
- Page 94 Appendix 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- channels 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-Channels mode is selected.
- Page 95 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function 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-Channels mode is selected. Line Out (Front channels) 2 * Line Out (Rear channels) 3 * Line Out (Center and Subwoofer channel) * Both Line In and MIC function are converted to Line Out function when 4-...
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Page 96: Testing The Connected Speakers
Appendix Testing the Connected Speakers To ensure that 4- or 6-channel audio operation works properly, you may need to test each connected speaker to make sure every speaker work properly. If any speaker fails to sound, then check whether the cable is inserted firmly to the connector or replace the bad speakers with good ones. - Page 97 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function 4. While you are testing the speakers in 6-Channel mode, if the sound coming from the center speaker and subwoofer is swapped, you should select Swap Center/Subwoofer Output to readjust these two channels . Select this function...
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Page 98: Playing Karaok
Appendix Playing KaraOK The KaraOK function will automatically remove human voice (lyrics) and leave melody for you to sing the song. Note that this function applies only for 2-channel audio operation. Playing KaraOK: Click the audio icon from the window tray at the lower-right cornerof the screen. -
Page 99: Glossary
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. - Page 100 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.
- Page 101 Glossary supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps for connecting up to 63 external devices. 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.
- Page 102 organization consisting of some 500 companies that has developed a standard for small , credit card-sized devices, called PC Cards. Originally designed for adding memory to portable computers, the PCMCIA standard has been expanded several times and is now suitable for many types of devices. PnP (Plug and Play) A set of specifications that allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with peripherals.