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MSI 945 Neo5 Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 945 Neo5 Series MS-7236 V2.X Mainboard G52-72361XI...

  • Page 2: Trademarks

    Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, an d ot h er i n f or m at i on : h t tp : / / g l ob a l . m s i. c o m . t w / i n d e x .p h p ? func=faqIndex Contact our technical staff at: http://support.msi.com.tw...

  • 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 T hi s equipment has b een 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...

  • 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 Statement ... v Chapter 1. Getting Started ... 1-1 Mainboard Specifications ... 1-2 Mainboard Layout ...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the 945 Neo5 (MS-7236 V2.X) ATX mainboard. The 945 Neo5 mainboard is based on ® ® Intel 945GC and Intel efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel 4 LGA775 processor, the 945 Neo5 mainboard deliv- ers a high performance and professional desktop plat- form solution.

  • Page 10: Mainboard Specifications

    - Supports 2004 Performance FMB CPU Design - Supports 3/4 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control - Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi. com.tw/index.php?func=cpuform) Supported FSB - 533 / 800 / 1066 / 1333 MHz Chipset ®...
  • Page 11 Getting Started Connectors Back panel - 1 PS/2 m ouse port - 1 PS/2 keyboard port - 1 serial port - 1 parallel port - 4 USB 2.0 ports - 1 LAN jack - 6 flexible audio jacks On-Board Pinheaders - 2 USB 2.0 pinheaders - 1 CD-In pinheader - 1 SPDIF-Out pinheader (for HDMI function, optional)

  • Page 12: Mainboard Layout

    T:RS-Out M:CS-Out B:SS-Out LAN Chip PCI_E1 PCI1 PCI2 Codec PCI3 JAUD1 CD_IN1 JSPD1 (MS-7236 V2.X) ATX Mainboard CPUFAN1 Intel 945GC SYSFAN2 PWRFAN2 PCI_E2 Intel PCI_E3 BATT ICH7 JBAT1 FDD1 JUSB2 JUSB1 945 Neo5 Series SATA2 SATA4 SATA1 SATA3 IDE1 JFP1...

  • Page 13: Packing Checklist

    Getting Started Packing Checklist MSI mainboard MSI Driver / Utility CD SATA Cable (Optional) Standard Cable for User’s Guide Power Cable IDE Devices (Optional) Back IO Shield * These pictures are for your reference only. Your packing contents may vary de-...

  • Page 14: Core Center

    M S-7236 M ainboard Core Center Click on the Core Center icon in the main menu and the Core Center program will be enabled. CoreCenter is just like your PC doctor that can detect, view and adjust the PC hardware and system status during real time operation. In the left side it shows the current system status including the Vcore, 3.3V, +5V and 12V.
  • Page 15 Getting Started Left-wing: Current system status In the left sub-menu, you can configure the settings of FSB, Vcore, Memory Voltage and AGP Voltage by clicking the radio button next to each item and make it available (the radio button will be lighted as yellow when selected), use the “+” and “-”...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2 Hardware Setup This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. W hile 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 18: Quick Components Guide

    PWRFAN2, p.2-17 PCIE Slots, p.2-24 PCI Slots, p.2-24 JAUD1, p.2-21 CD_IN1, JSPD1, p.2-20 p.2-22 (MS-7236 V2.X) ATX Mainboard CPUFAN1, p.2-3 p.2-17 FDD1, JUSB1~2, p.2-17 p.2-21 945 Neo5 Series DIMM1~4, p.2-7 JBAT1, p.2-23 JCI1, p.2-22 SATA1~4, p.2-19 IDE1, p.2-18 JFP1~2, p.2-20...

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit: Cpu

    CPU socket called LGA775. When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer. (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index. php?func=cpuform) Important 1.

  • Page 20: Cpu & Cooler Installation

    M S-7236 M ainboard CPU & Cooler Installation W hen you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not have the cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some silicon heat transfer compound on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
  • Page 21 5. Lift the load lever up and open the load plate. 7. Visually ins pect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. Important 1. Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system.
  • Page 22 M S-7236 M ainboard 9. Press down the load lever lightly onto the load plate, and then se- cure the lever with the hook under retention tab. 11. Press the four hooks down to fas- ten the cooler. Then rotate the lock- ing switch (refer to the correct di- rection marked on it) to lock the hooks.

  • Page 23: Memory

    Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. (For more information on compatible components, please visit http://global.msi.com. tw/index.php?func=testreport) 64x2=128 pin Single-Channel: All DIMMs in GREEN Dual-Channel: Channel A in GREEN; Channel B in ORANGE Due to chipset limitations, to enable dual channel mode or single channel mode, installing memory modules should refer to the following table.

  • Page 24: Installing Memory Modules

    M S-7236 M ainboard Important Due to chipset specifications restrictions, in order to avoid system is not bootable or memory identification errors. Please do not install two double-side memory modules in the same channel (the same color DIMM slots). Installing Memory Modules 1.
  • Page 25 Important 1. DDR2 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR and the DDR2 standard is not backwards compatible. You should always install DDR2 memory modules in the DDR2 DIMM slots. 2. In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots.
  • Page 26 M S-7236 M ainboard Manufacturer model TRANSCEND TS64MLQ64V6J(ELPIDA E5108AE-6E-E) Transcend [TD](SEC K4T51083QC-ZCE6) Transcend [WA](JetRam J12Q3AB-6) TwinMOS 8D23JK-TT(TwinMOS TMM6208G8M30C) UMAX 53014053-7100B(UMAX U2S12D30TP-6E) PC5300U-50550(VT KT1286675413) AENEON AET760UD00-30DA98Z(AENEON AET93F30DA) AENEON AET760UD00-30DB97X(AENEON AET93R30DB) Apacer 78.01G92.9KC(Apacer AM4B5708GQJS7E) Apacer 78.01G92.9LC(Apacer AM4B5708GEJS7E) Apacer 78.01G92.AUC(Apacer AM4B5708BHJS7E) CORSAIR XMS2 Xtreme CM2X1024-5400C4 KINGBOX EP1GD2667PS(KINGBOX EPD264082200E-4) KINGBOX...

  • Page 27: Hardware Setup

    Manufacturer model KINGSTON KHX6000D2/1G(with heat sink) KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/1G(HYNIX HY5PS12821BFP-Y5) KINGTIGER KTG2Rx16CPC2-5300S(KINGTIGER KTG667PS6408 NST-C6) KINGBOX EP2GD2667PS(KINGBOX EPD2128082200-4) KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/2G(ELPIDA E1108AB-6E-E) NANYA NT2GT64U8HB0JY-3C(NANYA NT5TU128M8BJ-3C) A-DATA M2OEL6F3G3160A1E0Z(with heat sink) TwinMOS 8G24IK-TW(with heat sink) A-DATA M2OEL6F3H4170A1E0Z(with heat sink) CORSAIR XMS2 Xtreme CM2X512A-6400(with heat sink) CORSAIR XMS2 (CM2X512-8500)(with heat sink) GEIL...

  • Page 28: Power Supply

    M S-7236 M ainboard Power Supply The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all components are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: ATX1 This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply.

  • Page 29: Back Panel

    Back Panel The back panel provides the following connectors: M ou se Parallel Keyboard COM Port Mouse/Keyboard Connector The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 ® attaching a PS/2 mouse/keyboard. You can plug a PS/2 into this connector. The connector location and pin assignments are as follows: PS/2 Mouse / Keyboard (6-pin Female) Serial Port Connector: COM Port...

  • Page 30: Usb Connectors

    M S-7236 M ainboard USB Connectors The mainboard provides an OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface) Universal Serial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or other USB-compat- ible devices. You can plug the USB device directly into the connector. USB Ports LAN (RJ-45) Jack (1000Mbps is optional) The mainboard provides 1 standard RJ-45 jack for connection to single Local Area...

  • Page 31: Audio Port Connectors

    Audio Port Connectors The left 3 audio jacks are for 2-channel mode for stereo speaker output: Line Out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is used for external CD player, Tape player, or other audio devices. Mic is a connector for microphones. However, there is an advanced audio application provided by Realtek ALC888 to offer support for 7.1-channel audio operation and can turn rear audio connectors from 2-channel to 4-/5.1-/7.1- channel audio.
  • Page 32 M S-7236 M ainboard Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT. A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode. 2-16 Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 33: Connectors

    Connectors The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, LAN, and USB Ports. Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types. Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SYSFAN2/PWRFAN2 The CPUFAN1 (processor fan), SYSFAN2 and PW RFAN2 support system cooling fan with +12V.
  • Page 34 M S-7236 M ainboard Hard Disk Connector: IDE1 The mainboard has 32-bit Ultra DMA 66/100 IDE controllers integrated in the chips Intel ICH7, which supports PIO & Bus Master operation modes and it can connect up to two Ultra ATA drives. IDE1 can connect a Master and a Slave drive.
  • Page 35 Serial ATA II Connectors controlled by Intel ICH7: SATA1~SATA4 The SouthBridge of this mainboard is Intel ICH7 which supports four serial ATA II connectors SATA1~SATA4.SATA1~SATA4 are dual high-speed Serial ATA II inter- face ports. Each supports Serial ATA II data rates of 300MB/s. Both connectors are fully compliant with SATA 1.0 and 2.0 specifications.

  • Page 36: Front Panel Connectors: Jfp1/2

    M S-7236 M ainboard CD-In Connector: CD_IN1 The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector. Front Panel Connectors: JFP1~JFP2 The mainboard provides two front panel connectors for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. JFP1 is compliant with Intel tivity Design Guide.
  • Page 37 Front USB Connectors: JUSB1~JUSB2 The mainboard provides two standard USB 2.0 pin headers JUSB1 & JUSB2. USB 2. 0 technology increases data transfer rate up to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps, which is 40 times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like.
  • Page 38 M S-7236 M ainboard Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1 This connector is connected 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 39: Jumpers

    Jumpers The motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set the computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through the use of jumpers. Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM on board that has a power supply from external battery to keep the system configuration data.

  • Page 40: Slots

    M S-7236 M ainboard Slots The mainboard provides one PCI Express x16 slot, two PCI Express x1 slots and three 32-bit PCI bus slots. PCI Express Slots The PCI Express slots, as a high-bandwidth, low pin count, serial, interconnect technology, support Intel highest performance desktop platforms utilizing the Intel Pentium 4 processor with HT Technology.

  • Page 41: Chapter 3. Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter provides the information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. You may need to run the Setup program when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.

  • Page 42: Entering Setup

    M S-7236 M ainboard Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. W hen 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 43: 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 <Enter> Select the item <Esc>...

  • Page 44: The Main Menu

    M S-7236 M ainboard The Main Menu Once you enter AMI BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Standard CM OS Features Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
  • Page 45 Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/ voltage control. 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.

  • Page 46: Standard Cmos Features

    M S-7236 M ainboard Standard CMOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu includes some basic setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the <+> or <-> keys to select the value you want in each item. Date (MM:DD:YY) This allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current date).
  • Page 47 Floppy Drive A This item allows you to set the type of the floppy drives installed. Available options: [Disabled], [360 KB, 5 ], [1.2 MB, 5 System Information Press <Enter> to for the sub-menu of each item: ® Genuine Intel CPU @2.40GHz CPUID, CPU Frequency These items show the CPU related information of your system (read only).

  • Page 48: Advanced Bios Features

    M S-7236 M ainboard Advanced BIOS Features Boot sector protection This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized users or computer viruses. W hen enabled, the BIOS’ data cannot be changed when attempt- ing to update the BIOS with a Flash utility. To successfully update the BIOS, you’ll need to disable this Flash BIOS Protection function.
  • Page 49 Boot up Num-Lock LED This setting is to set the Num Lock status when the system is powered on. Setting to [On] will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on. Setting to [Off] will allow users to use the arrow keys on the numeric keypad. Setting options: [On], [Off].
  • Page 50 BIOS feature. This allows for optimal performance of the card by ensuring maximum transfer rates between the graphics card and the motherboard. But if you need to install a PCI Express X1 card into the PCI Express X16 slot, you should enable this BIOS feature to ensure maximum compatibility.
  • Page 51 BIOS Setup Boot Sequence The original IBM PCs loaded the DOS operating system from drive A (floppy disk), so IBM PC-compatible systems are designed to search for an operating system first on drive A, and then on drive C (hard disk). However, modern computers usually load the operating system from the hard drive, and may even load it from a CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 52: Integrated Peripherals

    M S-7236 M ainboard Integrated Peripherals USB Controller Select [Enabled] if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have USB peripherals. USB Device Legacy Support Set to [Enabled] if you 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 53 On-Chip ATA Device Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: On-Chip IDE Controller The integrated peripheral controller contains a IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Select [Enabled] to activate the IDE interface. PCI IDE BusM aster Set this option to [Enabled] to specify that the IDE controller on the PCI local bus has bus mastering capability.
  • Page 54 M S-7236 M ainboard Parallel Port M ode To operate the onboard parallel port in the EPP mode simultaneously, choose [EPP]. By choosing [ECP], the onboard parallel port will operate in ECP mode only. Choosing [ECP + EPP] will allow the onboard parallel port to support both the ECP and EPP modes simultaneously.

  • Page 55: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup ACPI Function This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Function. If your operating system is ACPI-aware, such as Windows 98SE/ 2000/ME/XP, select [Enabled]. Settings: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. ACPI Standby State This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your operating system supports ACPI, such as W indows 98SE, W indows ME and W indows 2000, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1 or S3 fashion through the setting of this field.
  • Page 56 M S-7236 M ainboard Suspend Time Out (M inute) If system activity is not detected for the length of time specified in this field, all devices except CPU will be shut off. Settings: [Disabled], [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6], [7], [8], [9], [10].
  • Page 57 BIOS Setup Resume By PCI Device (PME#) W hen setting to [Enabled], this setting allows your system to be awakened from the power saving modes through any event on PME (Power Management Event). Resume By PCIE Device W hen setting to [Enabled], this setting allows your system to be awakened from the power saving modes through any event on PME (Power Management Event).

  • Page 58: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    M S-7236 M ainboard 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 59 PCI Slot 1~3 IRQ These items specify the IRQ line for each PCI slot. Setting options: [1], [2], [3] and [Auto]. Selecting [Auto] allows BIOS to automatically determine the IRQ line for each PCI slot. IRQ Resource Setup The items are adjustable only when Resources Controlled By is set to Manual. Press <Enter>...

  • Page 60: H/W Monitor

    M S-7236 M ainboard H/W Monitor This section shows the status of your CPU, fan, overall system status, etc. Monitor function is available only if there is hardware monitoring mechanism onboard. 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 61: Frequency/Voltage Control

    CPU while running programs, and to adjust the best CPU frequency automatically. W hen the motherboard detects CPU is running programs, it will speed up CPU automatically to make the program run smoothly and faster. W hen the CPU is temporarily suspending or staying in the low load balance, it will restore the default settings instead.
  • Page 62 M S-7236 M ainboard Setting options: [Disabled] Disable Dynamic Overclocking. [Private 1%] 1st level of overclocking, increasing the CPU frequency by 1%. [Sergeant 3%] 2nd level of overclocking, increasing the CPU frequency by 3%. [Captain 5%] 3rd level of overclocking, increasing the CPU frequency by 5%. [Colonel 7%] 4th level of overclocking, increasing the CPU frequency by 7%.
  • Page 63 Spread Spectrum W hen the motherboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses creates EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The Spread Spectrum function reduces the EMI generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses are reduced to flatter curves.

  • Page 64: Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults

    M S-7236 M ainboard 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 optimal performance of the mainboard.

  • Page 65: Bios Setting Password

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setting Password W hen you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: Type the password, up to 6 characters in length, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password.

  • Page 67: Appendix A Realtek Alc888 Audio

    Appendix A Realtek ALC888 Audio The Realtek ALC888 supports 8-channel audio output, inc luding 2 Front, 2 Rear, 2 Side, 1 Center and 1 Subwoofer channel. It enables connection to 2, 4, 6 or 8 s peakers for better surround s ound effect. T his section tells you how to install and use 2-, 4-, 6- or 8- channel audio function on the board.

  • Page 68: Installing The Realtek Hd Audio Driver

    M S-7236 M ainboard Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver You need to install the driver for Realtek ALC888 codec to function properly before you can get access to 2-, 4-, 6-, 8- channel or 7.1+2 channel audio operations. Follow the procedures described below to install the drivers for different operating systems.
  • Page 69 3. Click Next to install the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver. 4. Click Finish to restart the system. Realtek ALC888 Audio Click here Select this option Click here...

  • Page 70: Software Configuration

    M S-7236 M ainboard Software Configuration After installing the audio driver, you are able to use the 2-, 4-, 6- or 8- channel audio feature now. Click the audio icon from the system tray at the lower-right corner of the screen to activate the HD Audio Configuration. It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio M anager from the Control Panel.

  • Page 71: Sound Effect

    Realtek ALC888 Audio Sound Effect Here you can select a sound effect you like from the Environment list. Environment Simulation You will be able to enjoy different sound experience by pulling down the arrow, totally 23 kinds of sound effect will be shown for selection. Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager also provides five popular settings “Stone Corridor”, “Bathroom”, “Sewer pipe”, “Arena”...
  • Page 72 M S-7236 M ainboard Equalizer Selection Equalizer frees users from default settings; users may create their owned preferred settings by utilizing this tool. 10 bands of equalizer, ranging from 100Hz to 16KHz. Save The settings are saved permanently for future use.
  • Page 73 Frequently Used Equalizer Setting Realtek recognizes the needs that you might have. By leveraging our long experience at audio field, Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager provides you certain optimized equal- izer settings that are frequently used for your quick enjoyment. [How to Use It] Other than the buttons “Pop”...
  • Page 74 M S-7236 M ainboard Mixer In the Mixer part, you may adjust the volumes of the rear and front panels individually. 1. Adjust Volume You can adjust the volume of the speakers that you pluged in front or rear panel by select the Realtek HD Audio output.
  • Page 75 Important You have to plug audio device into the jacks on the rear and front panel first before enable the multi-stream function. W hen you are playing the first audio source (for example: use W indows Media Player to play DVD/VCD), the output will be played from the rear panel, which is the default setting.
  • Page 76 M S-7236 M ainboard 3. Playback control Tool Mute M u te You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute sound output. Tool - Show the following volume controls This is to let you freely decide which volume control items to be displayed. - Advanced controls - Enable playback multi-streaming W ith this function, you will be able to have an audio chat with your friends via...
  • Page 77 4. Recording control Tool Mute M u te You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute sound input. Tool - Show the following volume controls This is to let you freely decide which volume control items to be displayed. - Enable recording multi-streaming Important ALC888 allows you to record the CD, Line, Mic and Stereo Mix channels...
  • Page 78 M S-7236 M ainboard Audio I/O In this tab, you can easily configure your multi-channel audio function and speakers. You can choose a desired multi-channel operation here. a. Headphone for the common headphone b. 2CH Speaker for Stereo-Speaker Output c. 4CH Speaker for 4-Speaker Output d.
  • Page 79 Realtek ALC888 Audio Connector Settings Click to access connector settings. Disable front panel jack detection (option) Find no function on front panel jacks? Please check if front jacks on your system are so-called AC’97 jacks. If so, please check this item to disable front panel jack detection. M ute rear panel output when front headphone plugged in.
  • Page 80 M S-7236 M ainboard S/PDIF Short for Sony/Philips Digital Interface, a standard audio file transfer format. S/PDIF allows the transfer of digital audio signals from one device to another without having to be converted first to an analog format. Maintaining the viability of a digital signal prevents the quality of the signal from degrading when it is converted to analog.
  • Page 81 Test Speakers You can select the speaker by clicking it to test its functionality. The one you select will light up and make testing sound. If any speaker fails to make sound, then check whether the cable is inserted firmly to the connector or replace the bad speakers with good ones.
  • Page 82 M S-7236 M ainboard Microphone In this tab you may set the function of the microphone. Select the Noise Suppres- sion to remove the possible noise during recording, or select Acoustic Echo Cancellation to cancel the acoustic echo druing recording. Acoustic Echo Cancellation prevents playback sound from being recorded by microphone together with your sound.

  • Page 83: D Audio Demo

    Realtek ALC888 Audio 3D Audio Demo In this tab you may adjust your 3D positional audio before playing 3D audio applica- tions like gaming. You may also select different environment to choose the most suitable environment you like. A-17...
  • Page 84 M S-7236 M ainboard Information In this tab it provides some information about this HD Audio Configuration utility, including Audio Driver Version, DirectX Version, Audio Controller & Audio Codec. You may also select the language of this utility by choosing from the Language list. Also there is a selection Show icon in system tray.
  • Page 85 Hardware Setup Connecting the Speakers W hen you have set the Multi-Channel Audio Function mode properly in the software utility, connect your speakers to the correct phone jacks in accordance with the setting in software utility. n 2-Channel M ode for Stereo-Speaker Output Refer to the following diagram and caption for the function of each phone jack on the back panel when 2-Channel Mode is selected.
  • Page 86 M S-7236 M ainboard n 4-Channel M ode for 4-Speaker Output 4-Channel Analog Audio Output Line In Line Out (Front channels) Line Out (Rear surround channels) Line Out (Center and Subwoofer channel, but no functioning in this mode) Line Out (Side surround channels, but no functioning in this mode) A-20 Back Panel Description:...
  • Page 87 n 6-Channel M ode for 6-Speaker Output 6-Channel Analog Audio Output Line In Line Out (Front channels) Line Out (Rear surround channels) Line Out (Center and Subwoofer channel) Line Out (Side surround channels, but no functioning in this mode) Realtek ALC888 Audio Back Panel Description: Connect two speakers to back...
  • Page 88 M S-7236 M ainboard n 8-Channel M ode for 8-Speaker Output 8-Channel Analog Audio Output Line In Line Out (Front channels) Line Out (Rear surround channels) Line Out (Center and Subwoofer channel) Line Out (Side channels) A-22 Back Panel Description: Connec t two s peakers to bac k panel’s Line Out connector, two speakers to the rear-channel Line...

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