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- Page 1 Fuzzy 945GM2 MS-9642 (V1.X) Mainboard G52-96421X1...
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Page 2: Trademarks
Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the MSI website at faq/esc_faq_list.php updates, and other information. Contact our technical staff at http://support.msi.com.tw/. Date August 2006 http://www.msi.com.tw/program/service/faq/ for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver... -
Page 3: 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 equip- ment from overheating. -
Page 4: Fcc-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement Th is eq u ip men t h as 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 in a residential installation. -
Page 5: Weee (Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment) Statement
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Copyright Notice ... ii Trademarks ... ii Revision History ... ii Technical Support ... ii Safety Instructions ... iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ... iv WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ... v Chapter 1 Getting Started ... 1-1 Mainboard Specifications ... - Page 9 PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot ... 2-18 PCI Interrupt Request Routing ... 2-18 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup ... 3-1 Entering Setup ... 3-2 Control Keys ... 3-3 Getting Help ... 3-3 General Help <F1> ... 3-3 The Menu Bar ... 3-4 Main ...
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Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the Fuzzy 945GM2 (MS-9642 v1.X) Mini ITX mainboard from MSI. Based on the innovative Intel trol lers for optimal system efficien cy, th e Fu zzy 945GM2 accommodates the latest Intel Core Duo/Core Solo/Celeron M p rocessors in Socket M and supports one 240-pin 533/667MHz DDRII DIMM to provide the maximum of 2GB memory capacity. -
Page 12: Mainboard Specifications
MS-9642 Mainboard Mainboard Specifications Processor Support ® - Intel Core 2 Duo/Core Duo/Core Solo/Celeron M CPU in Socket M - Supports 3 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control - Supports Intel Dual Core Technology to 533/667MHz and up Supported FSB - 533/667MHz Chipset... - Page 13 - 4 mounting ho les Environmental Storage Temperature - Temperature: -10 C ~ 70 - Humidity: 10% RH ~ 80% RH Operation Temperature - Temperature: 0 C ~ 60 - Humidity: 80% RH For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/server/svr/pro_svr_qvl.php Getting Started...
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Page 14: Mainboard Layout
MS-9642 Mainboard Mainboard Layout ATX1 Top: S erial P ort B ot tom: V GA P ort I nte l Top: Mous e 8 2573L/ Bo tto m: Ke yboar d 8 2562GZ I nte l Top: LAN Jac k 8 2573L Bot tom: US B P ort s Gb LA N... -
Page 15: Chapter 2 Hardware Setup
Chapter 2 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 16: Quick Components Guide
MS-9642 Mainboard Quick Components Guide ATX1, p.2-7 Back Panel I/O, p.2-8 PCI-E Slot, BIOS p.2-18 J3, p.2-15 JAUD1, p.2-11 JAMP1, p.2-11 JLPT1, p.2-15 F_USB2, p.2-14 IDE1, CPU, p.2-3 p.2-9 CLR_CMOS1, p.2-17 PCI Slot, p.2-18 PCI-E Slot, p.2-18 JCOMP4/5, p.2-17 SATA1/2, p.2-10 CPUFAN1, p.2-12 JFP1, p.2-12... -
Page 17: Cpu (Central Processing Unit)
If you do not have the heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com. tw/program/products/server/svr/pro_svr_qvl.php . Important 1. -
Page 18: Cpu & Cooler Set Installation
MS-9642 Mainboard CPU & Cooler Set Installation 1. Place the CPU on top of the socket. Make sure to align the gold arrow on the CPU with the arrow key on the socket. 2. Push the CPU down until its pins securely fit into the socket. 3. - Page 19 6. Secure the metal clips back to the retention mechanism. Hardware Setup 5. Mount the cooler set (fan & heatsink bundled) on top of the CPU and fit it into the retention mechanism. 7. Connect the fan power cable from the mounted fan to the 3-pin fan power con- nector on the mainboard.
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Page 20: Memory
MS-9642 Mainboard Memory The mainboard provides one 240-pin non-ECC DDRII 533/667 DIMM slot and supports up to 2GB system memory. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com. tw/program/products/server/svr/pro_svr_qvl.php. DDRII 240-pin, 1.8V Single-Channel: All DIMMs in GREEN Installing DDRII Modules 1. -
Page 21: Power Supply
Power Supply ATX 20-Pin System 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 22: Back Panel
MS-9642 Mainboard Back Panel Serial Port M ouse VGA Port Keyboard USB Ports Serial Port Connector The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the connector. -
Page 23: Connectors
Connectors Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1 This connector connects to a 2-pin chassis switch. If the chassis is opened, the switch will be short. The system will record this status and show a warning mes- sage on the screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record. -
Page 24: Serial Ata Connectors: Sata1, Sata2
MS-9642 Mainboard Serial ATA Connectors: SATA1, SATA2 SATA1~SATA2 are high-speed SATA interface ports and support SATA data rates of 150MB/s. Each SATA connector can connect to 1 hard disk device and is fully com- pliant with Serial ATA 1.0 specifications. Serial ATA cable Connect to SATA1/2 Important... -
Page 25: Audio Amplifier Connector: Jamp1
Audio Amplifier Connector: JAMP1 The JAMP1 is used to connect audio amplifiers to enhance audio performance. JAMP1 Front Audio Connector: JAUD1 The JAUD1 connects to an optional audio bracket that provides extra front panel audio IO jacks. JAUD1 Pin Definition SIGNAL AMP_L- AMP_L+... -
Page 26: Fan Power Connectors: Cpufan1, Sysfan1
MS-9642 Mainboard Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. 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 27: Serial Port Connector: J2
Serial Port Connector: J2 The J2 is a RS232/422/485 COM port pinheader that connects to serial devices. Voltage Select Serial Port COM2 JCOMP4 COM4 (page 2-17) RS232 COM2 COM3 COM4 COM5 V = supported Serial Port Bracket (Optional) Connect to J2 J2 Pin Definition SIGNAL SIGNAL... -
Page 28: Front Usb Connector: F_Usb2
MS-9642 Mainboard Front USB Connector: F_USB2 The mainboard provides one USB 2.0 pinheader (optional USB 2.0 bracket available) ® that is compliant with Intel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. USB 2.0 technology in- creases 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 interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, mo- dems and the like. -
Page 29: Digital Io Connector: J3
Digital IO Connector: J3 The J3 connects to the General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) peripheral module. Parallel Port Header: JLPT1 The mainboard provides a 26-pin header for connection to an optional parallel port bracket. The parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode. -
Page 30: Lvds Flat Panel Connector: Jlvds1
MS-9642 Mainboard LVDS Flat Panel Connector: JLVDS1 The LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signal) connector provides a digital interface typically used with flat panels. After connecting an LVDS interfaced flat panel to the JLVDS1, be sure to check the panel datasheet and set the J1 LVDS Power Selection Jumper to a proper voltage. -
Page 31: Jumpers
Jumpers LVDS Power Selection Jumper: J1 Use this jumper to specify the LVDS power. COM Port Power Jumpers: JCOMP4, JCOMP5 These jumpers specify the operation voltage of the serial port COM4 & COM5. JCOMP4 JCOMP5 Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from external battery to keep the data of system configuration. -
Page 32: Slots
MS-9642 Mainboard Slots PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express Slot PCI Express architecture provides a high performance I/O infrastructure for Desktop Platforms with transfer rates starting at 2.5 Giga transfers per second over a PCI Express x1 lane for Gigabit Ethernet, TV Tuners, 1394 controllers, and general pur- pose I/O. -
Page 33: Chapter 3 Bios Setup
Chapter 3 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: ² An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. -
Page 34: Entering Setup
MS-9642 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 <F1> key to enter Setup. Press F1 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 35: Control 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 Select the item <Enter> Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a <Esc>... -
Page 36: The Menu Bar
MS-9642 Mainboard The Menu Bar Main Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. Advanced Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features available on your system’s chipset. PC Health This entry monitors your hardware health status. Security Use this menu to set Supervisor and User Passwords. - Page 37 Main Date (mm:dd:yy) The date format is <Day>, <Month> <Date> <Year>. Time (hh:mm:ss) The time format is <Hour> <Minute> <Second>. IDE Channel 0/1 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.
- Page 38 MS-9642 Mainboard Halt On The setting determines whether the system will stop if an error is detected at boot. When the system stops for the errors preset, it will halt on for 15 seconds and then automatically resume its operation. Available options are: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard]...
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Page 39: Advanced
BIOS Setup Advanced Advanced BIOS Features The sub-menu is used to configure chipset features for optimal system performance. Quick Power On Self Test Select [Enabled] to reduce the amount of time required to run the power-on self-... - Page 40 MS-9642 Mainboard test (POST). A quick POST skips certain steps. We recommend that you nor- mally disable quick POST. Better to find a problem during POST than lose data during your work. Boot Up NumLock Status 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.
- Page 41 Advanced Chipset Features The sub-menu is used to configure chipset features for optimal system performance. DRAM Timing Selectable Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) EEPROM on the DRAM module. Setting to [By SPD] enables DRAM timing to be determined automatically by BIOS based on the configurations on the SPD.
- Page 42 When set to [Onchip VGA], the motherboard boots up using the onboard graph- ics processor, even when a PCI Express graphics card is installed. When set to [PEG Port], the motherboard boots up using the PCI Express graph- ics card, if one is installed. Otherwise, it defaults to the onboard graphics processor.
- Page 43 BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals OnChip IDE Device IDE Primary Master/Slave PIO The IDE PIO (Programmed Input/Output) fields let you set a PIO mode for the 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.
- Page 44 MS-9642 Mainboard (Windows ME, XP or a third-party IDE bus master driver). If your hard drive and your system software both support Ultra DMA/33, Ultra DMA/66, Ultra DMA/100 and Ultra DMA/133, select [Auto] to enable BIOS support. *** On-Chip Serial ATA Setting *** On-Chip Serial ATA A This setting specifies the function of the on-chip SATA controller.
- Page 45 Azalia/AC97 Audio Select Azalia is the codename of “High Definition Audio.” This setting controls the High Definition Audio interface integrated in the Southbridge. Audio Amplifier Control This setting disables/enables the audio amplifier. Amplifier dB When the Audio Amplifier Control is set to [Enabled], users may adjust the amplifier dB range between the lowest useful output and the largest useful output level.
- Page 46 MS-9642 Mainboard Serial Port Setting Onboard Serial Port 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 Select an address for Serial Port 1/2/3/4/5. Serial Port 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 Use IRQ Select a corresponding interrupt for Serial Port 1/2/3/4/5. Serial Port 2 / 3 Mode These settings specify the transmission mode of the Serial Port 2 &...
- Page 47 Power Management Setup ACPI 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]. ACPI Suspend Type This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your oper- ating 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 48 MS-9642 Mainboard Wake-Up By PCI Card When setting to [Enabled], this setting allows your system to be awakened from the power saving modes through any event on PCI PME (Power Man- agement Event). Power On by Ring An input signal on the serial Ring Indicator (RI) line (in other words, an incoming call on the modem) awakens the system from a soft off state.
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Page 49: Pc Health
BIOS Setup PC Health Smart Fan Setting Smart System / CPU Fan Temp. Select a temperature setting here, and if the temperature of the CPU/system 3-17... - Page 50 MS-9642 Mainboard climbs up to the selected temperature setting, the system will automatically increase the speed of the CPU/system fan to cool down the overheated CPU/ system. System / CPU Temp Tolerance You can select a fan tolerance value here for the specific range for the Smart System / CPU Fan Temp.
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Page 51: Security
Security Set Supervisor Password Supervisor Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility. Set User Password User Password controls access to the system at boot. Security Option This specifies the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Settings are described below: Op ti on Description... -
Page 52: System
MS-9642 Mainboard System Machine Type/M odel, Processor, Processor Cache Size, Processor Speed, System Memory Type, Video Controller, BIOS Date, BIOS Version These items show the hardware specifications of your system. Read only. 3-20... -
Page 53: Boot
Boot Hard Disk Boot Priority This setting allows users to set the boot priority of the specified hard disk devices. First press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Then you may use the arrow keys ( to select the desired device, then press <+>, <-> or <PageUp>, <PageDown> key to move it up/down in the priority list. -
Page 54: Exit
MS-9642 Mainboard Exit Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance. Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifi- cally for optimal performance of the mainboard.