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- Page 1 M4Pe PCI/EISA System Board Manual Document Number: 06-00218-02, Ver. 2A August 1994 221 Warren Ave., Fremont, CA 94539-7085...
- Page 2 Micronics assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document. Micronics makes no commitments to update or to keep the information in this manual at a current level when changes are made to the product.
- Page 3 Micronics Quick Installation We know many experienced people prefer to read as little of the documenta- tion as possible. If this sounds like you, here’s the short form: 1. Make backup copies of your installation and configuration diskettes. 2. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static discharge, then remove the M4Pe from its packaging.
- Page 4 8. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to match what is installed in your system. If installing an IDE drive, select the IDE device you wish to configure. Press <Enter> with AUTO CONFIG selected and the BIOS will automatically configure the drive for you. (See Chapter 4) 9.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction................ Features ..................Software Compatibility ............. Configuring the M4Pe............Static Electricity ................ Office Environment ..............M4Pe Components..............Jumper Settings ................. Installing the M4Pe, System Memory, CPUs and Peripherals ................. Installation of the M4Pe ............Tools Required ..................Equipment Required ................System Memory ................ - Page 6 System Time and Date ................Diskette A or B ..................Hard Disk 1, 2, 3, or 4 (IDE Drives Only) ..........Base Memory and Extended Memory............ System Password ..................Setup Password ..................Video Card ..................... Keyboard ....................NumLock at Boot ................... Setting the CMOS Extended Screen .........
- Page 7 Beep Codes ............... Hard Disk Drive Types ............Specifications ..............Environmental Specifications ............D-2 Temperature Range ................Relative Humidity .................. Battery Disposal ................D-3 FCC Warning Statement ............Glossary ..................Limited Warranty ..............Non-Warranty Service.............. List of Figures Figure 2-1: M4Pe System Board ..............Figure 3-1: Installing a 72-Pin SIMM ............
- Page 8 List of Tables Table 2-1: Cache Size Selection..............Table 2-2: CPU Selection ................Table 2-3: SL Enhanced CPU Selection ............Table 2-4: PS/2 Mouse Selection ..............Table 2-5: DPU Selection ................Table 2-6: Tag Selection ................Table 2-7: IDE Selection ................Table 2-8: Parity/Non Patiry SIMM Settings ..........
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Page 9: Introduction
IDE hard drives, a floppy drive port, a bi-directional parallel port, and two high speed serial ports. Micronics builds all products to exacting standards, using the highest quality components available. We are proud to provide you with this... -
Page 10: Features
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Features The M4Pe includes the following features: Clock synthesized support for 486 processors. Intel 80486SX, 25MHz or 33MHz Intel 80486DX. 33MHz Intel 80486DX2, 50MHz or 66 MHz Intel 80486DX4, 100MHz Three 32-bit PCI slots and five 32-bit EISA slots. -
Page 11: Configuring The M4Pe
Configuring the M4Pe Although the M4Pe system board is packaged in protective materials, it is important to use care while unpacking and setting up. Static Electricity The M4Pe is shipped from the factory in an antistatic bag. To reduce the possibility of damage, it is important to neutralize any accumulated static charges on your body before handling the board. -
Page 12: M4Pe Components
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual M4Pe Components Figure 2-1 M4Pe System Board... -
Page 13: Jumper Settings
Configuring the M4Pe Jumper Settings Table 2-1 lists jumper settings for cache configuration selections. Jumper Function Setting Level 2 write-back cache (default) Level 2 write-through cache Internal write-through cache (default) Not Installed Internal write-back cache Installed 128K of Level 2 cache Not Installed 256K of Level 2 cache (default) Installed... -
Page 14: Table 2-2 Cpu Selection
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Table 2-2 lists jumper settings for the type of CPU used on the system board. Jumper Function Setting 486SX All other CPUs (default) 1-2 & 3-4 P24T CPU Not Installed All other CPUs (default) Installed... -
Page 15: Table 2-5 Dpu Selection
Configuring the M4Pe Table 2-5 lists the jumper setting for the Data Path Unit (DPU) selection. Jumper Function Setting DPU generates parity CPU generates parity DPU forces parity error DPU does not force parity error Table 2-5 DPU Selection Table 2-6 lists the jumper settings for Tag selection. Jumper Function Setting... -
Page 16: Table 2-9 Reserved Jumpers
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Table 2-8 lists the jumper settings to select parity or non-parity SIMMs. Jumper Function Setting Enable memory parity check (default) Installed Disable memory parity check Not Installed Table 2-8 Parity/Non-Parity SIMM Settings Warning: Parity and non-parity SIMMs cannot be mixed. -
Page 17: Table 2-11 Case And Peripheral Connections
Configuring the M4Pe Table 2-11 lists jumper settings for case and peripheral device connections. Jumper Function Notes VL IDE Connector Primary ISA IDE Connector Secondary Floppy Connector Parallel Port Connector Can be disabled in CMOS. Serial Port (Com 1) Can be disabled in CMOS. -
Page 18: Installing The M4Pe, System Memory, Cpus And Peripherals
Damage which occurs to the board while adding or removing peripherals or compo- nents may void the warranty. If problems arise while installing peripherals, contact the computer outlet where you purchased the peripheral or Micronics’ Technical Support Department. -
Page 19: Installation Of The M4Pe
Tweezers or a pair of needle-nose pliers. Tray (to hold loose screws). Equipment Required Micronics recommends using the following equipment with the M4Pe for a typical configuration: Chassis with standard hardware. A high quality power supply capable of providing continuous power within a 5 volt range, plus or minus 5% (eg. -
Page 20: System Memory
All memory must be either all parity SIMMs or all non-parity SIMMs. Note: For long term reliability, Micronics recommends using SIMMs with gold- plated contacts. The use of tin-plated contacts may conflict with the gold- plated contacts of the SIMM socket. -
Page 21: Removing Simms
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Figure 3-1 Installing a 72-Pin SIMM Removing SIMMs Perform the following steps to remove SIMMs, if necessary: With both thumbs (or fingers), press the release tabs away from the socket. With the SIMM free from the release tabs, lift the module out at a 45... -
Page 22: Memory Configuration
Installing System Memory and Add-On Peripherals Memory Configuration Table 3-1 lists the most common memory configuration. The BIOS automati- cally detects the amount of memory installed. Bank 0 Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Total 16MB 16MB 24MB 32MB 16MB 16MB 32MB 16MB... -
Page 23: Installing A Cpu
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Installing a CPU The microprocessor chip (often called the CPU) regulates the basic functions of a personal computer and is arguably the most important component on a system board. On the M4Pe, the CPU can easily be replaced with a faster “upgrade”... -
Page 24: Installing Cache Memory
Installing System Memory and Add-On Peripherals Installing Cache Memory Warning: SRAM are very static sensitive. Follow all anti-static procedures explained in Chapter 2 before handling these devices. In addition to the internal (L1) cache built into the 486 processor, the M4Pe also supports external (L2) cache. -
Page 25: Upgrading To 512K Cache
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Figure 3-3 Upgrading to 256K External Cache Upgrading to 512K Cache Boards can be upgraded to 512K by removing any SRAM chips installed in Sockets U20, U21, U22, and U23 and adding four 128K x 8 SRAM chips, rated at 15 nanoseconds or faster (Figure 3-4). -
Page 26: Installing A Pci Peripheral Card
Installing System Memory and Add-On Peripherals Installing a PCI Peripheral Card Micronics PCI slots accommodate all PCI peripherals which meet Intel’s PCI standard. Complete the following steps to install a PCI card: Turn the computer system off and remove its cover. -
Page 27: Installing An Eisa Peripheral Card
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Installing an EISA Peripheral Card Micronics EISA slots accommodate all EISA peripherals which meet the EISA standard. Complete the following steps to install an EISA card: Turn the computer system off and remove its cover. -
Page 28: Installing An Isa Peripheral Card
Installing System Memory and Add-On Peripherals Installing an ISA Peripheral Card Micronics EISA slots accommodate all ISA peripherals which meet the ISA standard. Complete the following steps to install an ISA card: Turn the computer system off and remove its cover. -
Page 29: The Bios Setup Utility
The BIOS Setup Utility Configuration After the M4Pe system board and all hardware is installed, the system is ready for configuration. Before turning on the computer, make sure all cables are correctly connected and all jumpers are correctly set. It is recommended you keep the computer cover off the first time you boot the system. -
Page 30: Setup
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Setup The Setup program is used to configure the computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). The computer’s BIOS is responsible for customizing the operating system to your specific computer. In order for the computer to run properly, run the Setup procedure after first installing the system board and whenever you make a major change to the system. -
Page 31: Running The Setup Procedure
The BIOS Setup Utility Running the Setup Procedure The M4Pe system board has two CMOS configuration screens: the Main Screen (Figure 4-2) and the Extended Screen (Figure 4-3). To toggle between the screens, press the PgUp/PgDn keys. Configure the computer’s parameters to match your specific requirements. The following pages describe the procedures to complete the BIOS Setup. -
Page 32: System Time And Date
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual System Time and Date To set the time, use the minus <-> key to decrease the number and the plus <+> key to increase the number. To move the prompt forward, use the right arrow <→> key; to move the prompt backward, use the left arrow <←> key. -
Page 33: Setup Password
The BIOS Setup Utility Setup Password When enabled, a password will be required to enter Setup. To set a setup password, set this category to ENABLED. After you have finished configuring the BIOS, press the <Esc> key to exit and the <F4> key to save the changes and reboot. -
Page 34: Setting The Cmos Extended Screen
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Setting the CMOS Extended Screen Press the PgUp/PgDn key to set the parameters on the CMOS extended screen (Figure 4-3). Figure 4-3 CMOS Extended Screen On-Board PCI IDE The Primary IDE can be selected as ENABLED or DISABLED. If enabled, be sure this setting does not conflict with any SCSI cards or other peripherals. -
Page 35: On-Board Floppy
The BIOS Setup Utility On-Board Floppy The On-Board Floppy controller may be set for ENABLED or DISABLED. Serial Port A Serial Port A may be set for COM1 (default), COM3, or may be disabled. Serial Port B Serial Port B may be set for COM2 (default), COM4, or may be disabled. Parallel Port The parallel port may be set for LPT1 (default), LPT2, or may be disabled. -
Page 36: Cache Mode
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Cache Mode This option selects the type of level 2 cache installed in the system. The choices are WRITE-BACK or WRITE-THROUGH. When adding additional cache, make sure the jumpers are correctly set. System BIOS The System BIOS allows you to “shadow” the BIOS on the system board. -
Page 37: Exit Screen
The BIOS Setup Utility Exit Screen Press the <Esc> key to reach the Exit Pop-Up screen (Figure 4-4). Now select <F4> to save and initialize the new Setup. Figure 4-4 Exit Pop-Up Screen... -
Page 38: Eisa Utility
EISA Utility The M4Pe implements the Micro Computer System EISA Configura- tion Utility. The EISA Configuration Utility is a software utility designed to configure EISA peripherals. The utility is shipped on floppy diskette with each M4Pe. Additional configuration is achieved through a series of initialization commands stored in non-volatile memory. -
Page 39: Starting The Utility
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Starting the Utility Perform the following steps to start the EISA utility: Insert the System Configuration diskette into Drive A (or B). At the A: prompt, type “cf” and press <Enter>. The Configuration Introduction screen will appear (Figure 5-1). -
Page 40: Main Menu
The EISA Utility Main Menu After pressing <Enter>, the main menu appears. The EISA System Configu- ration menu appears (Figure 5-2) and lists 5 steps for configuring the system board. To select a step, highlight the appropriate selection, and press <Enter>. -
Page 41: Step 1: Important Eisa Configuration Information
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information This step (Figure 5-3) provides seven pages of useful information on the configuration utility. Read this prior to using the utility. Figure 5-3 Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information... -
Page 42: Step 2: Add Or Remove Boards
The EISA Utility Step 2: Add or Remove Boards When this section is accessed, the utility scans and locates the EISA boards installed. The current configuration is listed. Figure 5-4 shows the Add or Remove Boards screen. This section allows you to configure the system to the new EISA board(s) installed on or removed from the system. -
Page 43: Step 3: View Or Edit Details
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Step 3: View or Edit Details When this screen is accessed, the utility defaults to the last selected setting for the system. You may add or remove more memory with the Total System Board Memory section. Figure 5-5 shows the View or Edit Details screen. -
Page 44: Total System Board Memory
The EISA Utility Total System Board Memory To change the total system board memory, highlight the selection and press <Enter>. The Total System Board Memory screen appears (Figure 5-6). Figure 5-6 Total System Board Memory To change the memory selection, use the mouse (or directional arrow keys) to scroll down to the correct memory size, highlight it, and press <Enter>. -
Page 45: Figure 5-7 Save And Exit Screen
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Figure 5-7 Save and Exit Screen When you save and exit, the Reboot screen (Figure 5-8) appears. Follow the instructions on the screen to restart your system. Figure 5-8 Reboot Screen... -
Page 46: Post Messages
POST Messages The following table lists the Power On Self Test (POST) messages, possible causes, and solutions. Message Possible Cause Solution NO DISKETTE Disk controller not Change the CONTROLLER found. Configuration. DISKETTE DRIVE Disk adapter has failed Check the disk adapter. RESET FAILED or is improperly configured. - Page 47 Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Message Possible Cause Solution Correct the hard disk FIXED DISK The specified CONFIGURATION configuration is not configuration. FAILURE supported. FIXED DISK The controller card has Replace controller card. CONTROLLER failed. FAILURE FIXED DISK X The hard disk crashed.
- Page 48 POST Messages Message Possible Cause Solution DISKETTE READ Hard/floppy disk failed or Replace the diskette with FAILURE, or NOT A is not bootable. a bootable diskette and BOOT DISKETTE, or retry. NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE The memory data Check contact points DECREASING AVAILABLE integrity failed.
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Page 49: Beep Codes
Beep Codes Beep codes are a series of beeps sent through the speaker which indicate a problem during POST. If text appears on the video screen, the M4Pe has completed POST; any other tone from the speaker indicates something other than a POST error. These tones are not described in Table B-1. - Page 50 Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Beep code Contents Description Port 80h None CPU register test in progress. 1-1-3 CMOS read/write failure. 1-1-4 ROM BIOS check failure. 1-2-1 Programmable interval timer failure. 1-2-2 DMA initialization failure. 1-2-3 DMA page register write/read failure.
- Page 51 Beep Codes Beep code Contents Description Port 80h 2-4-3 Bit 14 first 64K RAM failure. 2-4-4 Bit 15 first 64K RAM failure. 3-1-1 Slave DMA register failure. 3-1-2 Master DMA register failure. 3-1-3 Master interrupt mask register failure. 3-1-4 Slave interrupt mask register failure. None Interrupt vector loading in progress.
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Page 52: Hard Disk Drive Types
Hard Disk Drive Types The following table lists the hard disk types supported by M4Pe. Type Size 1010 1010 1010 1023... - Page 53 Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Type Size 1023 1024 1001 1018 1024 1024 1001 1024 1023 1024 1023 1024 1024 1024 User 1 User 2 User 3 User 4 Auto-Config Not Installed...
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Page 54: Specifications
Specifications Processor Options 80486 SX 25 & 33MHz 80486 DX 25 & 33MHz 80486 DX2 50 & 66MHz 486 DX4 75 & 100MHz Chip Set Intel 82420 PCI set (CDC, DPU, PCEB, and ESC chips) CMD 0640 PCI IDE controller SMC 37C665 Super I/O Controller Expansion Two 32-bit120-pin PCI... -
Page 55: Environmental Specifications
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Environmental Specifications The environment in which the M4Pe is located is critical. Micronics recom- mends the following environmental specifications. Temperature Range Operating: 50 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 50 degrees Celsius). Non-Operating: 50 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 60 degrees Celsius). -
Page 56: Battery Disposal
Battery Disposal Warning: DO NOT: open battery; dispose of in fire; recharge; put in backwards, mix with used or other battery types. May explode or leak and cause personal injury. -
Page 57: Fcc Warning Statement
Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords. Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Micronics could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. -
Page 58: Glossary
Glossary BIOS: for Basic Input Output System. Maintains and controls the entire functions of the computer. Cache: Fast memory used to enhance the efficiency and speed of computer. CPU: Central Processing Unit. Essentially, the “brains” of the computer. Disk Drive: Either a hard disk or a floppy diskette. -
Page 59: Limited Warranty
A receipt or copy of the invoice with the date of purchase from a Micronics reseller is required before any warranty service can be rendered. Service can be obtained by calling Micronics for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Number. -
Page 60: Non-Warranty Service
Micronics M4Pe System Board Manual Micronics will not be liable for any lost profits or any indirect, special incidental or consequential damages in connection with the product, even if Micronics has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Micronics makes no warranties or representations as to performance of products or as to service to distributor or to any person, except as set forth in Micronics;...
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