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MSI MS-6137 User Manual

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  • Page 1 MSI MS-6137 USER MANUAL http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279 From ManualLib.com ManualLib.com collects and classifies the global product instrunction manuals to help users access anytime and anywhere, helping users make better use of products. Home: http://www.manuallib.com/ Chinese: http://www.shuomingshuku.com/ This Manual: http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279...
  • Page 2 MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL MS-6137 (v5.X) Micro ATX Mainboard Version 5.0 G52-MA00452 This Manual: http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279...
  • Page 3 Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-6137 Tested to comply with FCC Standard For Home or Office Use...
  • Page 4 Edition Sept. 2001 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 re- serve the right to make changes without notice.

  • Page 5: 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 6: Table Of Contents

    Mainboard Specification ............1-2 Mainboard Layout ..............1-4 Quick Components Guide ............1-5 Key Features ................1-6 MSI Special Features ..............1-7 T.O.P Tech™ (optional) ............1-7 PC Alert™ III ............... 1-8 Chapter 2. Hardware Setup ............2-1 Central Processing Unit: CPU ........... 2-2 CPU Installation Procedures ..........
  • Page 7 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ......... 2-13 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN/SFAN1/PSFAN1 ... 2-14 CD-In Connector: CD_IN ........... 2-15 Aux Line-In Connector: AUX_IN ......... 2-15 Modem-In Connector: MODEM_IN ........2-15 Wake On LAN Connector: JWOL1 ........2-16 Wake On Ring Connector: JMDM1 ........2-16 Front Panel Connector: JFP1 or JFP2 (optional Intel spec) 2-17 Front Audio Header: JAUD2 or JAUD1 (optional Intel spec) 2-18 USB Front Header: USB3 or USB2 (optional Intel spec) ..
  • Page 8 Power Management Setup ............3-20 PNP/PCI Configurations ............3-24 PC Health Status ..............3-26 Frequency/Voltage Control ............3-27 Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults .......... 3-28 Set Supervisor/User Password ..........3-30 Save & Exit Setup ..............3-32 Exit Without Saving ..............3-33 Appendix: Glossary ..............A-1 This Manual: http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1. Introduction The MS-6137 v5.X Micro-ATX WH1 mainboard is a high-performance computer mainboard based on Intel 810/810E chipset. It is designed for Intel ® ® Celeron-Tualatin , Pentium ® III and VIA ® C3, Samuel2 processors for inex- pensive business/personal desktop markets.

  • Page 10: Mainboard Specification

    Chapter 1 Mainboard Specification Supports Intel Socket 370 Pentium III, Celeron-Tualatin, VIA C3, and Samuel2 ® processors. Supports up to 1.1GHz CPU. Chipset Intel 810/810E (GMCH) chipset. (421 BGA) ® - Integrated Graphics Controller. - Intel DDM Architecture. - SDRAM Memory Independent of System Bus. Intel ICH chipset.
  • Page 11 Introduction - 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode. - 4 USB ports (Rear * 2/ Front * 2). - 1 IrDA connector for SIR. - 1 VGA port. - 1 audio/game port. Video GMCH chip integrated. 2D/3D Graphics. TV-Out (optional) Provide AV-composite and S-video output.

  • Page 12: Mainboard Layout

    AUX_IN BATT MODEM_IN AMR1 USB3 Codec PCI Slot 1 Intel PCI Slot 2 (Optional) JGS1 JMDM1 JAUD1 Winbond JBAT1 PCI Slot 3 JWOL1 W83628 (Optional) BIOS JFP1 JFP2 (Optional) JAUD2 ISA Slot MS-6137 v5.X Micro ATX Mainboard This Manual: http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279...

  • Page 13: Quick Components Guide

    Introduction Quick Components Guide Component Function Reference JWR1 ATX power connector See p. 2-6 JKBMS1 Mouse/keyboard connector See p. 2-7 USB Connectors Connecting to USB devices See p. 2-8 COM A & COM B Serial port connector See p. 2-9 L P T 1 Parallel port connector See p.

  • Page 14: Key Features

    Chapter 1 Key Features Microsoft PC99 Compliant ® Micro ATX Form Factor Audio/Video Chip Integrated Support DMI(Desktop Management Interface) through BIOS TCAV (Build-in BIOS Anti-Virus) TOP Tech. (Thermal Overheat Protection Technology) PC Alert™ III system hardware monitor LAN Wake Up Function Modem (Internal/External) Ring Wake Up Function Suspend to RAM/Disk Support PC2001...

  • Page 15: Msi Special Features

    Introduction MSI Special Features T.O.P Tech™ (optional) The T.O.P Tech is an extended sensing device that can 100% accu- rately detect the CPU’s temperature. You can find out the temperature on BIOS setup menu. The PC Alert also provides the information.

  • Page 16: Pc Alert™ Iii

    Chapter 1 PC Alert™ III The PC Alert III 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: * monitor CPU & system temperatures * monitor fan speed(s) * monitor system voltage * monitor chassis intrusion...
  • Page 17 Introduction Features: Network Management - Monitoring & remote control Basic System Utilities - Scandisk & Defragment to maintain your HDD 3D Graphics Design - Enables a more friendly user interface Sofware Utilities - SoftCooler Optimized Cooling This Manual: http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279...

  • Page 18: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

    Hardware Setup C h a p t e r Hardware Setup This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work properly.

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit: Cpu

    Chapter 2 Central Processing Unit: CPU ® ® The mainboard supports Intel Celeron /Pentium III processors. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called PGA370 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.

  • Page 20: Cpu Core Speed Derivation Procedure

    Hardware Setup CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure CPU Clock 100MHz Core/Bus ratio then CPU core speed Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio 100MHz x 9 900MHz Overclocking This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your components are able to WARNING! tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking.

  • Page 21: Memory Installation

    Chapter 2 Memory Installation Memory Bank Configuration The mainboard supports a maximum memory size of 256MB (64-bit tech- nology) or 512MB (128-bit technology for SDRAM). It provides two 168-pin unbuffered DIMMs (Double In-Line Memory Module) slots. It supports 8 MB to 128 Mbytes DIMM memory module.

  • Page 22: Memory Installation Procedures

    Hardware Setup Memory Installation Procedures Installing DIMM Modules You can install memory modules in any combination as follows: Slot Memory Module Total Memory Slot 1 8MB~256MB 8MB~256MB (Bank 0 & Bank 1) Slot 2 8MB~256MB 8MB~256MB (Bank 2 & Bank 3) 8MB~512MB Total System Memory Memory Population Rules...

  • Page 23: Power Supply

    Chapter 2 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.

  • Page 24: Back Panel

    Hardware Setup Back Panel The Back Panel provides the following connectors: Midi/Joystick Parallel Mouse COM A Keyboard L-out L-in MIC Mouse Connector: JKBMS1 ® The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 mouse mini DIN connector for ® ® attaching a PS/2 mouse.

  • Page 25: Keyboard Connector: Jkbms1

    Chapter 2 Keyboard Connector: JKBMS1 ® The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 keyboard mini DIN connector ® ® for attaching a PS/2 keyboard. You can plug a PS/2 keyboard directly into this connector. Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION Keyboard DATA Keyboard DATA No connection Ground Keyboard Clock...

  • Page 26: Serial Port Connector: Com A & Com B

    Hardware Setup Serial Port Connector: COM A & COM B The mainboard offers one 9-pin male DIN serial port COM A and one 9- pin COM B pin header. The ports are 16550A high speed communication ports that send/receive 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to them.

  • Page 27: Parallel Port Connector: Lpt1

    Chapter 2 Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector for 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...

  • Page 28: Vga Db 15 Pin Connector

    Hardware Setup VGA DB 15 Pin Connector One DB 15-pin VGA connector is supplied for connection to a VGA monitor. DB 15-Pin Female Connector Pin Definition Analog Video Display Connector (DB-15S) SIGNAL DESCRIPTION Green Blue Not used Ground Ground Ground Ground Power Ground...

  • Page 29: Connectors

    Chapter 2 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: FDD The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types. Power Saving Switch Connector: JGS1 Attach a power saving switch to this connector.

  • Page 30: Hard Disk Connectors: Ide1 & Ide2

    Hardware Setup Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 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. You can connect up to four hard disk drives, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy (reserved for future BIOS) and other devices.

  • Page 31: Fan Power Connectors: Cpufan/Sfan1/Psfan1

    Chapter 2 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN/SFAN1/PSFAN1 The CPUFAN (processor fan), SFAN1 (system fan), and PSFAN1 ( power supply fan) support system cooling fan with +12V. It supports three-pin head connector. When connecting the wire to the connectors, always take note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to the +12V, the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.

  • Page 32: Cd-In Connector: Cd_In

    Hardware Setup CD-In Connector: CD_IN The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector. Aux Line-In Connector: AUX_IN The connector is for DVD add-on card with Line-in connector. Modem-In Connector: MODEM_IN The connector is for modem with internal audio connector. CD_IN AUX_IN MODEM_IN Mono_Out Phone_In...

  • Page 33: Wake On Lan Connector: Jwol1

    Chapter 2 Wake On LAN Connector: JWOL1 This connector allows you to connect to a LAN card with Wake On LAN function. You can wake up the computer via remote control through a local area network. MP_WAKEUP 5VSB JWOL1 Wake On Ring Connector: JMDM1 This connector allows you to connect to a modem card with Wake On Ring function.

  • Page 34: Front Panel Connector: Jfp1 Or Jfp2 (Optional Intel Spec)

    Hardware Setup Front Panel Connector: JFP1 or JFP2 (optional Intel spec) This connector is for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. Keylock Buzzer HDD LED (short pin) Power Speaker Power Switch Reset Switch JFP1 JFP2 (Optional Intel spec) JFP2 Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 35: Front Audio Header: Jaud2 Or Jaud1 (Optional Intel Spec)

    Chapter 2 Front Audio Header: JAUD2 or JAUD1 (optional Intel spec) This connector allows you to connect to the front panel audio. JAUD1 (Optional Intel spec) JAUD2 JAUD2 Pin Definition Description Description Active Line Out (R) Active Line Out (L) GND (ALO) GND (ALO) GND (+12)

  • Page 36: Usb Front Header: Usb3 Or Usb2 (Optional Intel Spec)

    Hardware Setup USB Front Header: USB3 or USB2 (optional Intel spec) The mainboard provides one front Universal Serial Bus connector for you to connect to USB devices. USB2 (Optional Intel spec) USB3 USB2 Pin Definition USB3 Pin Definition Description Description Description Description DATA2-...

  • Page 37: Irda Infrared Module Header: Ir Or Ir2 (Optional Intel Spec)2-20

    Chapter 2 IrDA Infrared Module Header: IR or IR2 (optional Intel spec) These connectors allow you to connect to IrDA Infrared modules. You must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to use the IR function. The difference between IR & IR2 is that IR2 is compliant to Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

  • Page 38: Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: J1

    Hardware Setup Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: J1 This connector is connected to 2-pin connector chassis switch. If the chassis is open, the switch will be short. The system will record this status. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS settting and clear the status. 2-21 This Manual: http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279...

  • Page 39: Jumpers

    Chapter 2 Jumpers 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: Bios Flash Jumper: Jp3

    Hardware Setup BIOS Flash Jumper: JP3 The jumper is used to lock or unlock the boot block area on the BIOS. When unlocked, the BIOS boot block area can be updated. When locked, the area cannot be updated. Unlocked Locked Onboard Audio Jumper: JP2 This jumper is used to enable/disable the onboard audio.

  • Page 41: Slots

    Chapter 2 Slots The motherboard provides three 32-bit Master PCI bus slots, one AMR slot, and one optional 16-bit ISA slot. AMR Slot PCI Slots ISA Slot AMR (Audio Modem Riser) Slot AMR is an Intel specification that lets manufacturers create motherboards without analog I/O functions (codecs).

  • Page 42: Pci Interrupt Request Routing

    Hardware Setup PCI Interrupt Request Routing The IRQ, abbreviation 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 INT A# ~ INT D# pins as follows: Order 1 Order 2...

  • Page 43: Chapter 3. Award ® Bios Setup

    AWARD ® BIOS Setup Chapter 3. AWARD BIOS Setup ® AWARD BIOS Setup ® The mainboard uses AWARD ® BIOS ROM that provides a Setup utility for users to modify the basic system configuration. The information is stored in a battery-backed CMOS RAM so it retains the Setup information when the power is turned off.

  • Page 44: Entering Setup

    Chapter 3 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.

  • Page 45: Getting Help

    AWARD ® 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 high- lighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 46: The Main Menu

    Chapter 3 The Main Menu Once you enter 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>...
  • Page 47 AWARD ® 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 Fail-Safe Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS default values for minimal but stable system performance.

  • Page 48: Standard Cmos Features

    Chapter 3 Standard CMOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu are divided into 10 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.
  • Page 49 AWARD ® BIOS Setup ing 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. If the controller of HDD interface is SCSI, the selection shall be “None”. If the controller of HDD interface is CD-ROM, the selection shall be “None”.

  • Page 50: Advanced Bios Features

    Chapter 3 Advanced BIOS Features Anti-Virus Protection The setting 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 the screen and beep. Setting options: Disabled, Enabled.
  • Page 51 AWARD ® BIOS Setup the CPU Serial number. Disable this option if you don’t want the system to know the serial number. Quick Power On Self Test The option speeds up Power On Self Test (POST) after you power on the computer.
  • Page 52 Chapter 3 Gate A20 Option This item is to set the Gate A20 status. A20 refers to the first 64KB of extended 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 controller or chipset hardware.
  • Page 53 AWARD ® BIOS Setup MPS Version Control For OS 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 version supported by your operating system. To find out which version to use, consult the vendor of your operating system.

  • Page 54: Advanced Chipset Features

    Chapter 3 Advanced Chipset Features The Advanced Chipset Features Setup option is used to change the values of the chipset registers. These registers control most of the system options in the computer. Choose the “ADVANCED CHIPSET FEATURES” from the Main Menu and the following screen will appear.
  • Page 55 AWARD ® BIOS Setup SDRAM RAS Precharge Time This setting controls the number of cycles for Row Address Strobe (RAS) to be allowed to precharge. If insufficient time is allowed for the RAS to accumu- late its charge before DRAM refresh, refresh may be incomplete and DRAM may fail to retain data.
  • Page 56 Chapter 3 Local Memory Frequency This option determines the local memory frequency. The settings are 100MHz or 133MHz. Onboard Display Cache Setting Initial Display Cache This setting enables/disables the onboard display cache. During Enabled, the CAS# Latency, Paging Mode Control, RAS-to-CAS Override, RAS# Timing, and RAS# Precharge Timing can be configured.

  • Page 57: Integrated Peripherals

    AWARD ® BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals On-Chip Primary/Secondary PCI IDE The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Choose Enabled to activate each channel separately. IDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO The four items allow you to set a PIO (Programmed Input/Output) mode for each of the four IDE devices that the onboard IDE interface supports.
  • Page 58 Chapter 3 USB Controller Select Enabled if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have USB peripherals. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled. USB Keyboard Support Set to Enabled if your need to use an USB keyboard in the operating system that does not support or have any USB driver installed, such as DOS and SCO Unix.
  • Page 59 AWARD ® BIOS Setup Hot Key Power ON If POWER ON Function is set to Hot KEY, you can assign a hot key combina- tion in the field for the PS/2 keyboard to power on the system. Settings: Ctrl- F1 through Ctrl-F12. Onboard FDC Controller The item is used to enable or disable the onboard Floppy controller.
  • Page 60 Chapter 3 of the TxD and RxD signals. Setting options: RxD2/TxD2, IR-Rx2Tx2. Onboard Parallel Port This specifies the I/O port address and IRQ of the onboard parallel port. Settings: 378/IRQ7, 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7 and Disabled. Parallel Port Mode SPP : Standard Parallel Port EPP : Enhanced Parallel Port ECP : Extended Capability Port ECP + EPP: Extended Capability Port + Enhanced Parallel Port...
  • Page 61 AWARD ® BIOS Setup Game Port Address/Midi Port Address This setting disables or assigns an address for the onboard game/midi port. Midi Port IRQ This setting specifies an IRQ for the onboard midi port. Power Status LED This item sets how the system uses Power LED on the case to indicate the suspend/sleep state.

  • Page 62: Power Management Setup

    Chapter 3 Power Management Setup The Power Management Setup allows you to configure you system to most effectively save energy while operating in a manner consistent with your own style of computer use. IPCA Function This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Man- agement Interface) function.
  • Page 63 AWARD ® BIOS Setup text is saved to main memory. The information stored in memory will be used to restore the PC to the previous state when an “wake up” event occurs. 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.
  • Page 64 Chapter 3 Suspend Mode After the selected period of system inactivity, all devices except the CPU shut off. Settings are Disabled, 1 Min, 2 Min, 4 Min, 8 Min, 12 Min, 20 Min, 30 Min, 40 Min and 1 Hour. 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.
  • Page 65 AWARD ® BIOS Setup Date (of Month) Alarm The field specifies the date for Resume by Alarm. Settings: 0~31. Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm The field specifies the time for Resume by Alarm. Format is <hour> <minute><second>. Reload Global Timer Events: Primary IDE 0/1, Secondary IDE 0/1, FDD/ COM/LPT Port, PCI PIRQ [A-D]# Global Timer Events are I/O events whose occurrence can prevent the system from entering a power saving mode or can awaken the system from such a...

  • Page 66: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    Chapter 3 PNP/PCI Configurations This section describes configuring the PCI bus system. PCI, or Personal Com- puter Interconnect, is a system which allows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses when communicating with its own spe- cial components.
  • Page 67 AWARD ® BIOS Setup Press <Enter> and you will enter the sub-menu of the items. IRQ Resources & DMA Resources list IRQ 3/4/5/7/9/10/11/12/14/15 and DMA 0/1/3/5/6/7 for us- ers to set each IRQ/DMA a type depending on the type of device using the IRQ/DMA.

  • Page 68: Pc Health Status

    Chapter 3 PC Health Status This section shows the status of your CPU, fan, warning for overall system status. CPU Warning Temperature If the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit preset in this setting, the warn- ing mechanism will be activated. This helps you to prevent the CPU overheat problem.

  • Page 69: Frequency/Voltage Control

    AWARD ® BIOS Setup Frequency/Voltage Control Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk To reduce the occurrence of electromagnetic interference (EMI), the BIOS de- tects the presence or absence of components in DIMM and PCI slots and turns off system clock generator pulses to empty slots. The settings are: Enabled, Disabled.

  • Page 70: Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults

    Chapter 3 Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to the default Fail-Safe or Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for opti- mal performance of the mainboard.
  • Page 71 AWARD ® BIOS Setup When you select Load Optimized Defaults, a message as below appears: Pressing Y loads the default factory settings for optimal system performance. 3-29 This Manual: http://www.manuallib.com/file/2541279...

  • Page 72: Set Supervisor/User Password

    Chapter 3 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 clear any previously set password from CMOS memory.
  • Page 73 AWARD ® BIOS Setup entry to Setup. If set to Setup, password prompt only occurs when trying to enter Setup. About Supervisor Password & User Password: Supervisor password : Can enter and change the settings of the setup menus. User password: Can only enter but do not have the right to change the settings of the setup menus 3-31...

  • Page 74: Save & Exit Setup

    Chapter 3 Save & Exit Setup When you want to quit the Setup menu, you can select this option to save the changes and quit. A message as below will appear on the screen: Typing “Y” will allow you to quit the Setup Utility and save the user setup changes to RTC CMOS.

  • Page 75: Exit Without Saving

    AWARD ® BIOS Setup Exit Without Saving When you want to quit the Setup menu, you can select this option to abandon the changes. A message as below will appear on the screen: Typing “Y” will allow you to quit the Setup Utility without saving any changes to RTC CMOS.

  • Page 76: Appendix: Glossary

    Glossary Appendix: 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 77 Appendix Cache A special memory subsystem that is used to speed up the data traffer. It stores the 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.
  • Page 78 Glossary Dynamic RAM (DRAM) Memory Technologies Peak Type First Used Clock Rate Bus* Width Volts Bandwidth FPM (60,70ns) 1990 25MHz 64 bits 200 MBps EDO (50,60,70ns) 1994 40MHz 64 bits 320 MBps SDRAM (66MHz) 1996 66MHz 64 bits 528 MBps 3.3v SDRAM (100MHz) 1998...
  • Page 79 Appendix or an enterprise. It is made up of servers, workstations, shared resources, a network operating 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.
  • Page 80 Glossary 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 capabil- ity and multiple data streams, allows external devices to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the system off.

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