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  • Page 1 MPC 865 User’ s Guide Version 1.1 G52-B6269X4...
  • Page 2 VOIR LA NOTICE D’ INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MPC 865 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 3 Lithium Battery Statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used bat- teries according to the manufacturer’ s instructions. Macrovision Statement ® This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’ s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.
  • Page 5 Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. ® ® PS/2 and OS /2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines ® Corporation. Windows 95/98/2000/NT/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ®...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Chapter 1. Getting Started ---------------------------------------------------------- 1-1 1.1 Introduction ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1-2 1.2 System Specification ----------------------------------------------------- 1-4 Chapter 2. Introducing Mainboard ---------------------------------------- 2-1 2.1 Mainboard Layout --------------------------------------------------------- 2-2 2.2 CPU --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-3 2.3 Memory ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-3 Introduction to DDR SDRAM ----------------------------------------- 2-3 Memory Speed /CPU FSB Support Matrix ------------------------- 2-4 DIMM Module Combination ----------------------------------------- 2-4 2.4 Power Supply --------------------------------------------------------------- 2-5...
  • Page 7 Serial ATA RAID Connector: SATA1 ------------------------------2-15 TV-Tuner Card Connector: CN3 -------------------------------------2-15 CPU/System Fan Connectors ----------------------------------------2-15 Modem Module Connector: MDC1 (Optional) -----------------2-16 Card Reader Connector: CR1 ----------------------------------------2-16 Front Panel Power Connector: JFP1 --------------------------------2-17 2.8 Jumper ... 2-18 Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ... 2-18 2.9 Slots ...
  • Page 8 4.2 Wireless Network Utility ... 4-4 4.3 Networking ... 4-8 4.4 Encryption ... 4-14 4.5 Status ... 4-15 4.6 Information ... 4-17 viii...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Getting Started Getting Started 1.1 Introduction 1.2 System Specification...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    With an optional TV tuner card installed, the MPC 865 can be a multimedia platform. You can record, capture and schedule all the TV programs with the proprietary application.
  • Page 11 Back Panel Power Jack Powe Voltage Switch Serial Port VGA Port Keyboard ATTENTION!!! Check the AC power voltage switch on the back panel. Select the voltage that is appropriate to the country you are in. Mouse Parallel Port LAN Port Audio Ports SPDIF-out USB x 2...

  • Page 12: System Specification

    - MS-6797 (Proprietary F/F), 185 x 290 mm (6 layer) CPU: - Support Socket 478 for Intel (For the latest information about CPU, please visit our Web site at http://www. msi.com.tw/program/products/slim_pc/slm/pro_slm_cpu_support.php) Chipset: - Intel 865G + FW82801EB (Springdale G + ICH5) Memory: - DDR 400 x 2, support memory up to 2.0GB (Dual Channel support)
  • Page 13 Chassis: - 202(W) x 320(D) x 151(H) mm On-Board Headers & Connectors - Rear Panel: Parallel Port x 1, VGA x 1, Serial Port x 1, PS/2 x 2, Mic in/Line in/ Line out x 1, USB x 2, LAN (RJ45) x 1, SPDIF/O x 1, Modem (RJ11) x 1 - Front Panel: Mic-in x 1, Headphone x 1, USB x 2, SPDIF/I x 1, 1394 x 1 (4-pin), 1394 x 1(6-pin) BIOS...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2. Introducing Mainboard

    Introducing Mainboard Introducing Mainboard Introducing Mainboard Introducing Mainboard Introducing Mainboard 2.1 Mainboard Layout 2.1 Mainboard Layout 2.1 Mainboard Layout 2.1 Mainboard Layout 2.1 Mainboard Layout 2.2 CPU 2.2 CPU 2.2 CPU 2.2 CPU 2.2 CPU 2.3 Memory 2.3 Memory 2.3 Memory 2.3 Memory 2.3 Memory 2.4 Power Supply...

  • Page 15: Mainboard Layout

    Chapter 2 2.1 Mainboard layout MS-6797 v1.X Mainboard ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

  • Page 16: Cpu

    2.2 CPU The MEGA 865 supports Intel mainboard uses a CPU socket called PGA478 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. Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU...

  • Page 17: Memory Speed/Cpu Fsb Support Matrix

    Chapter 2 Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix Memory FSB400 FSB533 FSB800 DIMM Module Combination Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either single- or double-sided modules in any order to meet your own needs. Memory modules can be installed in any combination as follows: Slot DIMM 1...

  • Page 18: Power Supply

    2.4 Power Supply The system is equipped with a 210W(PFC) ATX power supply. The power cord of power supply has been connected to the connector JWR1 on the mainboard when shipped out. Except the 20-pin connector ATX1, you can find another 4-pin power connector JPW1 on the mainboard.

  • Page 19: Front Panel

    Chapter 2 2.5 Front panel The Front Panel is independent and extended from the mainboard. It’s connected to the Front I/O Connector on the mainboard. You can find the following ports on the Front Panel. Optical SPDIF-In Mic-In Head-Phone IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-2 The mainboard provides two IEEE 1394 ports.

  • Page 20: Ieee 1394 Port: J1394-1

    IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-1 The bigger 6-pin IEEE 1394 Port on the back panel is designed for you to connect to IEEE 1394 devices without external power. That means the mainboard can provide the power for the devices connected to this port. Software Support IEEE 1394 Driver is provided by Windows Windows...

  • Page 21: Mic-In/Head-Phone

    Chapter 2 Mic-in/Head-Phone Mic-in is a connector for microphone. Head-Phone is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. OPTICAL SPDIF-in The OPTICAL connector allows you to receive the audio file of SPDIF interface for recording and playing. The SPDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interface) is developed jointly by the Sony and Philips corporations .

  • Page 22: Back Panel

    2.6 Back panel The Back Panel provides the following ports: Mouse Serial Port Keyboard USB x 2 VGA Port Serial Port The mainboard offers a 9-pin male DIN serial port . The port is 16550A high speed communication ports that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the connector.

  • Page 23: Mouse/Keyboard Connectors

    Chapter 2 Mouse/Keyboard Connectors The mainboard provides two standard mini DIN connectors for attaching PS/2 mouse and keyboard. You can plug a PS/2 ® into the connector. PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female) PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) VGA Port The mainboard provides one DB 15-pin female connector to connect a VGA monitor.

  • Page 24: Rj45 Lan Jack

    RJ45 LAN Jack The mainboard provides one standard RJ-45 jack for connection to Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to the LAN jack. USB Ports The mainboard provides two USB2.0 EHCI/USB1.1 OHCI Universal Se- rial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or other USB- compatible devices.

  • Page 25: Parallel Port

    Chapter 2 Parallel Port The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT. A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode. 2-12 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 26: Audio Port

    Introducing Mainboard Audio Port Speaker-out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is used for external CD player, Tape player, or other audio devices. Mic-in is a connec- tor for microphones. These three ports can also be used for 5.1 channel audio output.

  • Page 27: Connectors

    Chapter 2 2.7 Connectors IDE Connectors: PIDE1 & SIDE1 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA/33/66/100 function. The two connectors on the mainboard allows you to connect to two IDE devices.

  • Page 28: Serial Ata Raid Connector: Sata1

    Serial ATA RAID Connector: SATA1 The mainboard provides the connector to connect the hard disk of Serial ATA interface. One Serial ATA cable is included in the package. TV-Tuner Card Connector: CN3 The mainboard provides the connector to connect the TV-Tuner card. You can insert the TV-Tuner card into the PCI Slot 1.

  • Page 29: Modem Module Connector: Mdc1 (Optional)

    Chapter 2 Modem Module Connector: MDC1 (Optional) The mainboard provides the connector to connect the modem module. The modem module is directly inserted into the connector without an extra cable. MDC1 Card Reader Connector: CR1 The mainboard provides a connector to connect the USB Card Reader (for Deluxe Model) on the Front Panel.

  • Page 30: Front Panel Power Connector: Jfp1

    Front Panel Power Connector: JFP1 The mainboard provides a Front Panel connector for electrical connec- tion to the Front Panel switches and LEDs. JFP1 is compliant with Intel Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. JFP1 SIGNAL HD_LED_P FP PWR/SLP HD_LED_N FP PWR/SLP RST_SW_N PWR_SW_P RST_SW_P...

  • Page 31: Jumper

    Chapter 2 2.8 Jumper There is a CMOS RAM on board that has a power supply from external battery to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the sys- tem can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. That battery has long life time for at least 2 years.

  • Page 32: Slots

    2.9 Slots PCI Slot The PCI slot allows you to insert PCI card or TV Tuner card. When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to make any neces- sary hardware or software settings NOTE: You can install the OPTIONAL MS8606 card into the PCI slot to enjoy watching TV.

  • Page 33: Chapter 3: Setting Bios Function

    Setting BIOS Function Setting BIOS Function Setting BIOS Function Setting BIOS Function Setting BIOS Function 3.1 Entering Setup 3.1 Entering Setup 3.1 Entering Setup 3.1 Entering Setup 3.1 Entering Setup 3.2 The Main Menu 3.2 The Main Menu 3.2 The Main Menu 3.2 The Main Menu 3.2 The Main Menu 3.3 Standard CMOS Features...

  • Page 34: Entering Setup

    Chapter 3 3.1 Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to enter Setup. 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: Getting Help

    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 ( highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen. Sub-Menu If you find a right pointer symbol (as shown in the right view) appears to the left of certain fields that means a sub-menu containing additional options can be...

  • Page 36: The Main Menu

    Chapter 3 3.2 The main menu Once you enter Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu ® (Figure 1) will appear on the screen. The Main Menu allows you to select from eleven setup functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter>...
  • Page 37 Setting BIOS Function Power Management Setup Use this menu to specify your settings for power management. PnP/PCI Configurations This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI. 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 Default Setting Use this menu to load factory default settings into the BIOS for stable system performance operations.

  • Page 38: Standard Cmos Features

    Chapter 3 3.3 standard cmos features The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu are divided into 8 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 39 If you select [Manual], related information is asked to be entered to the follow- 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. Access Mode Capacity Cylinder...

  • Page 40: Advanced Bios Features

    Chapter 3 3.4 advanced bios features Quick Boot Setting the item to [Enabled] allows the system to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system. Available options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Full Screen LOGO Show This item enables you to show the company logo on the bootup screen.
  • Page 41 CD-ROM Boot Priority Press [Enter] to enter a sub menu which shows every current CD-ROM installed. Use [PageUp] or [PageDown] key to select the first boot CD- ROM. 1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device The items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS at- tempts to load the disk operating system.
  • Page 42 Chapter 3 Hyper-Threading Technology The processor uses Hyper-Threading technology to increase transaction rates and reduces end-user response times. The technology treats the two cores inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. If you disable the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the instructions.

  • Page 43: Advanced Chipset Features

    Setting BIOS Function 3.5 advanced chipset features NOTE: Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. 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 timings to be determined by BIOS based on the configurations on the SPD.
  • Page 44 Chapter 3 DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay This field allows you to set the number of cycles for a timing delay between the CAS and RAS strobe signals, used when DRAM is written to, read from or refreshed. Fast speed offers faster performance while slow speed offers more stable performance.
  • Page 45 Setting BIOS Function **On-Chip VGA Setting** The following items allow you to configure the settings about On-Chip VGA. On-Chip VGA This setting determines whether the system RAM can be allocated to on-chip video controller for video purposes. When setting to [Enabled], up to 128MB system RAM will be allocated to on-chip video controller.

  • Page 46: Integrated Peripherals

    Chapter 3 3.6 integrated peripherals OnChip IDE Device Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: IDE DMA Transfer Access This item is used to enable or disable the DMA transfer function of the IDE Hard Drive. The settings are: [Enabled], [Disabled]. 3-14 ○...
  • Page 47 On-Chip Primary/Secondary PCI IDE The chipset contains a PCI IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Select [Enabled] to activate the IDE interface. Select [Disabled] to deactivate this interface. **On-Chip Serial ATA Setting** On-Chip Serial ATA This setting is used to specify the SATA controller. Settings: [Disable], [Auto], [Legacy Mode], [Native Mode].
  • Page 48 Chapter 3 Onboard Device Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: USB Controller Select [Enabled] if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have USB peripherals. USB 2.0 Controller This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard USB2.0 controller. This set- ting works only when the operating system installed supports USB2.0 driver, such as Windows 2000/XP/ME.
  • Page 49 Setting BIOS Function connect audio connectors, set the field to [Disabled]. Setting options: [Disabled], [Auto]. AC97 Modem [Auto] allows the mainboard to detect whether a modem is used. If a modem is detected, the onboard AC’97 modem controller will be enabled; if not, it is disabled.
  • Page 50 Chapter 3 Onboard FDC Controller Select [Enabled] if your system has a floppy disk controller (FDD) installed on the system board and you wish to use it. If you install add-on FDC or the system has no floppy drive, select [Disabled] in this field. The settings are: [Enabled] and [Disabled].

  • Page 51: Power Management Setup

    3.7 Power management setup Sleep State This item specifies the power saving mode for ACPI function. If your operating system supports ACPI, such as Windows 98SE, Windows ME and Windows 2000, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1(POS) or S3(STR) fashion through the setting of this field.
  • Page 52 Chapter 3 Run VGABIOS if S3 Resume When Sleep State is set to [S3] or [Auto], users can select the options in this field. Selecting [Yes] allows BIOS to call VGABIOS to initializet he VGA card when system wakes up (resumes) from S3 sleep state. The system resume time is shortened when you disable the function, but system will need an AGP driver to initialize the VGA card.
  • Page 53 After AC Power Lost This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Available settings are: [Off] Leaves the computer in the power off state. [On] Leaves the computer in the power on state. ○...

  • Page 54: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    Chapter 3 3.8 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 55: Pc Health Status

    Setting BIOS Function 3.9 PC health status Current CPU/System Temperature, Current CPU/System FAN Speed, Vcore, +2.5V, Vcc, +3.3V, +5V, +12V, These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/ components such as CPU voltages, temperatures and all fans’ speeds. ○...

  • Page 56: Frequency/Voltage Control

    Chapter 3 3.10 Frequency/Voltage Control Auto Detect PCI Clk This option allows you to enable/disable the feature of auto detecting the clock frequency of the installed PCI bus. The settings are: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Spread Spectrum When the motherboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses creates EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).
  • Page 57 Setting BIOS Function PCI bus. It provides a method for end users to overclock the processor. Setting options: Give a DEC value by entering a number between maximum [233 MHz] to minimum [100 MHz]. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 3-25...

  • Page 58: Load Default Setting

    Chapter 3 3.11 Load Default setting The default setting is the default value set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance. When you select Load BIOS Setup Defaults, a message as below appears: Press [Y] to load the default values for the most stable system performance. 3-26 ○...

  • Page 59: Set Supervisor/User Password

    Setup. If set to [Setup], password prompt only occurs when you try to enter Setup. MSI Reminds You... About Supervisor Password & User Password: Supervisor password: Can enter and change the settings of the User password: ○...

  • Page 60: Chapter 4: Wireless Lan Card (For Deluxe Model)

    Wireless LAN Card (for Deluxe Model) 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Wireless Network Utility 4.3 Encryption 4.4 Status 4.5 Information Wireless LAN Card...

  • Page 61: Introduction

    Chapter 4 4.1 Introduction The Wireless LAN Card, compliant with IEEE802.11b, is a high-efficiency wireless adapter for wireless networking at home, in office or in public places. The data transfer rate can be auto-negotiated to 1, 2, 5.5Mbps or up to 11Mbps, and is compatible with any existing IEEE802.11b devices.
  • Page 62 4.1.1 Hardware Specifications Compliant Standards - IEEE802.11b Bus and Connector Types - 32-bit 3.3V Type IIIA - 124-pin Golden Finger Security Mechanism - Hardware-based WEP Privacy Operational Environment - Operational Temperature: 0~55 - Humidity: 10~90% (Non-Condensing) Weight and Dimension - Weight:12g - Dimension: 50.8 x 59.6 x 4.9mm 4.1.2 Radio Frequency Specifications Raw Data Rates and Modulation Types...

  • Page 63: Wireless Network Utility

    Chapter 4 4.2 Wireless network utility After installing the driver, the Wireless LAN Card provides a convenient and powerful utility that allows you to set up, configure, and know your network- ing status easily and clearly. 4.2.1 The Wireless LAN Icon - Not connected to the network.
  • Page 64 Wireless LAN Card Language You can select language according to your operating system. Switch to AP Mode (optional) If your wireless LAN adapter supports Software AP function, you can see this item in the sub-menu, and which allows you to use your wire- less adapter as a virtual access point.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4 4.2.2 Changing the Control Setting(for Windows XP Only) If you use Windows XP, the wireless LAN is controlled by the operating system (default). To take full advantage of your wireless adapter, it is recommended to use the Wireless Network Utility to control your wireless LAN. To change the control setting: 1.
  • Page 66 3. Click Advanced, and the Properties window will appear as below. Uncheck this option 4. Uncheck the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings option. Then, click OK. 5. Now, you can use the W ireless Network Utility to configure your network.

  • Page 67: Networking

    Chapter 4 4.3 networking Since the wireless LAN card is installed in your computer, you have to configure the settings for communication to start working in your network environment. 4.3.1 Infrastructure Mode Infrastructure mode allows your computer to communicate with the other com- puters in the network through an Access Point.
  • Page 68 If you want to configure the network settings: 1. Click Advanced in the Wireless Network Connection window. 2. The Available Networks field contains a list of available Access Points in your network. Select (highlight) one network you want, and then click Configure to set up the selected network. You can click Refresh to search the available Access Points in the network again.
  • Page 69 Chapter 4 4. Click OK. The selected network will appear in the Preferred Networks field. If it contains two or more networks in the list, you can use Move up/Move down to set the priority. Click 5. Click OK to complete the configuration, and an icon indicating connected to the network will appear in the status area.
  • Page 70 4.3.2 Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode allows your computer to communicate directly with any computer installed with compatible wireless adapter. If you want to use the network in Ad-hoc mode: - All the computers connected should be set to Ad-hoc mode. - The computers have the same SSID (network name) setting.
  • Page 71 Chapter 4 2. You can build up the Ad-hoc network by clicking Add in the Preferred Networks field. Click 3. Set up the Network Name (SSID) and Network Key (if needed) for the network. Then, check the This is a computer-to-computer [ad hoc] network;...
  • Page 72 4. The Ad-hoc network will appear in the Available Networks field. Click OK, and an icon indicating connected to the network appears in the status area. 5. The computer set up with this Ad-hoc network in step 3 is the designated administrator of the network.

  • Page 73: Encryption

    Chapter 4 4.4 Encryption In the wireless network environment, the administrator can set up password (Network Key) to protect the network from being attacked or unauthorized access. When building the network, you can set up 4 sets of WEP keys, which can be 5 characters (10 hex-adecimal digital) or 13 characters (26 hex-adecimal digital) and specify one of them to use.

  • Page 74: Status

    4.5 Status In the Status tab, you can configure more network settings. Signal Strength: shows the received signal strength level. Link Quality: shows the measured signal level and connection status. Channel Specifies the operating radio frequency channel in Ad-hoc mode, which should be set to the same channel as the other points in the wireless network.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4 It is not recommended to change these settings if you are not familiar with the advanced configuration. Fragmentation Threshold You may set the length of the fragment in this field. Please note that each fragment should not be larger than the Fragmentation Threshold. RTS/CTS Threshold You may set the length threshold.

  • Page 76: Information

    Wireless LAN Card 4.6 information In the Information tab, you can get some information about the manufacturer, hardware and software. 4-17...

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