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ECS K7VMM+ Manual

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Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected un-
der international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any
of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the au-
thor.
Version 3.1
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac-
turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and
specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any par-
ticular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to
make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manu-
facturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners
and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digi-
tal device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-
stalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not oc-
cur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
−
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
−
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
−
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
−
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing
this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's manu-
facturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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  • Page 1 Preface Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected un- der international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the au- thor.
  • Page 2 Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow- ing conditions: − This device may not cause harmful interference, and − This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preface CHAPTER 1 Introducing the Mainboard Introduction....................1 Checklist ....................1 Standard Items ....................1 Features ....................2 Choosing a Computer Case............... 4 Mainboard Components ................5 CHAPTER 2 Installing the Mainboard Safety Precautions..................7 Quick Guide....................7 Installing the Mainboard in a Case............. 8 Checking Jumper Settings .................
  • Page 4 Load Best Performance Settings..............32 Features Setup Page..................32 CPU PnP Setup Page ..................34 Hardware Monitor Page................. 34 Change Password................... 35 Change or Remove the Password ..............35 Exit ........................ 35 CHAPTER 4 Using the Mainboard Software About the Software CD-ROM..............36 Auto-installing under Windows 98/ME/2000/XP........

  • Page 5: Introducing The Mainboard

    Introducing the Mainboard Thank you for choosing the K7VMM+ mainboard. This mainboard has a Socket-A support for the AMD K7 processors which has a front-side bus speed of 200/266 MHz. This mainboard has a KM266 chipset that supports a 4X specification AGP slot for highly graphics display, 100/133 MHz DDR/SDR, and Ultra DMA ATA100/133 function to provide outstanding high system performance under all types of system operations.

  • Page 6: Features

    • Support Socket 462 package CPU Processor • Supports AMD Athlon XP/Athlon/Duron processors • Supports 200/266 MHz Front-Side Bus Chipset The VIA KM266 Northbridge and VT8235 Southbridge in this chipset in accordance with an innovative and scalable archi- tecture with proven reliability and performance. A few of the chipset’s advanced features are: •...
  • Page 7 • Built-in 10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet LAN Built-in Ethernet • LAN controller integrates Fast Ethernet MAC and PHY LAN (optional) compliant with IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T and ANSI X3.263 TP-PMD standards • Compliant with ACPI 1.0 and the Network Device Class Power Management 1.1 •...

  • Page 8: Choosing A Computer Case

    There are many types of computer cases on the market. The mainboard com- plies with the specifications for the micro-ATX system case. Some features on the mainboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the mainboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Ensure that your case supports all the features required.
  • Page 10 Table of Mainboard Components Label Component AGP1 Accelerated Graphics Port ATX1 Standard 20-pin ATX power connector AUDIO1 Front panel MIC/Speaker Out header BAT1 Three volt realtime clock battery Primary CD-in connector Secondary CD-in connector CNR1 Communications and Networking Riser slot CPUFAN1 Cooling fan for CPU CPU Socket...

  • Page 11: Installing The Mainboard

    Installing the Mainboard Follow these safety precautions when installing the mainboard: • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity. • Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the mainboard. •...

  • Page 12: Installing The Mainboard In A Case

    Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the mainboard in a case: This illustration shows an ex- 2. Secure the mainboard with ample of a mainboard being screws where appropriate. installed in a tower-type case: Note: Do not overtighten the screws as this can stress the main- board.

  • Page 13: Checking Jumper Settings

    Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the mainboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Jumper Settings Jumper Type Description Setting (default) 3-pin Clear CMOS 1-2: Clear CMOS Memory jumper 2-3: Normal 3-pin CPU Clock Se- 1-2: 100MHz lector 2-3: 133MHz 3-pin...

  • Page 14: Connecting Case Components

    JP2: Clear CMOS Memory Jumper This jumper can clear the CMOS memory. You may need to clear the CMOS memory if the settings in the Setup Utility are incorrect that your mainboard can’t operate. To clear the CMOS memory, disconnect all the power cables, and then move the jumper cap into the CLEAR setting for a few seconds.
  • Page 15 ATX1: ATX 20-pin Power Connector Signal Name Signal Name +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V -12V Ground Ground PS ON# Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground PWRGD +5VSB +12V SPK1: Internal speaker Signal Name SPKR J1: Onboard LAN LED Connector Pins 1-2 are for Link LED. Pins 3-4 are for 10/100 Mbps mode LED, the on- board LAN run in 100 Mbps mode when the LED lit.

  • Page 16: The Panel1 Connector

    The Panel1 Connector This panel connector provides a set of switch and LED connectors found on ATX case. Refer to the table below for information. Signal Name Function HD_LED_P Hard disk LED (positive) FP PWR/SLP MSG LED [dual color or single color (+)] HD_LED_N Hard disk active LED (negative) FP PWR/SLP...

  • Page 17: Installing Hardware

    Installing the Processor Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that you DO NOT scratch the mainboard or any of the surface-mount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes across the mainboard, you may cause serious damage to the mainboard or its components.

  • Page 18: Cpu Installation Procedure

    CPU Installation Procedure The following illustration shows CPU installation components: Note: The pin-1 corner is marked with an arrow Pull the CPU socket locking lever away from the socket to unhook it and raise the locking lever to the upright position. Match the corner on the CPU marked with an arrow with pin A-1 on the CPU socket (the corner with the pinhole noticeably missing).

  • Page 19: Installing Memory Modules

    Connect the CPU Cooling Fan power cable connector to the CPUFAN connector. • To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you Notes: use a high quality fan with 4800 rpm at least. • CPU fan and heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied.

  • Page 20: Installing A Hard Disk Drive/Cd-Rom

    Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down. Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be installed correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the notches in the DIMM slot: Latch...

  • Page 21: Installing A Hard Disk Drive

    About UltraDMA This mainboard supports UltraDMA 66/100/133. UDMA is a technology that accelerates the performance of devices in the IDE channel. To maximize per- formance, install IDE devices that support UDMA and use 80-pin IDE cables that support UDMA 66/100/133. Installing a Hard Disk Drive Install the hard disk drive into the drive cage in your system case.

  • Page 22: Installing A Floppy Diskette Drive

    Plug a power cable from the case power supply into the power connector on the CD-ROM/DVD drive (C). Use the audio cable provided with the CD-ROM/DVD drive to connect to the mainboard CD-in connector CDIN1 or CDIN2 (D). When you first start up your system, the BIOS should automatically detect your CD-ROM/DVD drive.

  • Page 23: Installing Add-On Cards

    Installing Add-on Cards This mainboard has two 32-bit PCI (Peripheral Components Interconnect) expansion slots, one AGP slot, and one Communications and Networking Riser (CNR) slot. AGP Slot The AGP slot is used to install a graphics adapter that supports the 4xAGP specification and has a 4xAGP edge connector.
  • Page 24 Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge con- nector is correctly seated in the slot.

  • Page 25: Connecting Optional Devices

    Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the mainboard’s optional devices: AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio header This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. Signal Name Function AUD_MIC Front Panel Microphone input signal AUD_GND Ground used by Analog Audio Circuits...
  • Page 26 USB2/USB3: Front panel USB ports The mainboard has two USB ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connectors USB2 and USB3 to connect the front-mounted ports to the mainboard.

  • Page 27: Connecting I/O Devices

    The backplane of the mainboard has the following I/O ports: Parallel port (LPT1) Game port PS/2 port mouse PS/2 Serial port VGA Port Microphone keyboard ports COM 1 Line-in Line-out PS/2 Mouse Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 point- ing device.

  • Page 28: External Connector Color Coding

    External Connector Color Coding Many connectors now use standard colors as shown in the table below. Connector Color Analog VGA Blue Audio line-in Light blue Audio line-out Lime Digital monitor/flat panel White IEEE 1394 Grey Microphone Pink MIDI/game Gold Parallel Burgundy PS/2-compatible keyboard Purple...

  • Page 29: Using Bios

    Using BIOS The computer uses the latest AMI BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the mainboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the mainboard BIOS. The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system's configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters.

  • Page 30: Running The Setup Utility

    Running the Setup Utility Each time your computer starts, before the operating system loads, a mes- sage appears on the screen that prompts you to “Hit <DEL> if you want to run SETUP”. When you see this message, press the Delete key and the Main menu page of the Setup Utility appears on your monitor.

  • Page 31: Standard Cmos Setup Page

    to change the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu. In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a triangle Standard CMOS Setup Page Use this page to set basic information such as the date, the time, the IDE de- vices, and the diskette drives.

  • Page 32: Advanced Setup Page

    Advanced Setup Page Use this page to set more advanced information about your system. Take some care with this page. Making changes can affect the operation of your computer. AMIBIOS SETUP – ADVANCED SETUP (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc. All Rights Reserved Quick Boot Enabled CLK Gen Spread Spectrum...
  • Page 33 Floppy Drive Seek (Disabled) If you enable this item, your system will check all floppy disk drives at start up. Disable this item unless you are using an old 360KB drive. Password Check (Setup) If you have entered a password for the system, use this item to determine, if the password is required to enter the Setup Utility (Setup) or required both at start-up and to enter the Setup Utility (Always).

  • Page 34: Power Management Setup Page

    CLK Gen Spread Spectrum (Disabled) This item enables the clock to generate spread spectrum. Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Enabled) When this item is enabled, BIOS will disable the clock signal of free DIMM/PCI slots. Power Management Setup Page This page sets some of the parameters for system power management opera- tion.

  • Page 35: Pci / Plug And Play Setup

    Keyboard Power On /Wake up key/Wake up password (Disabled/Any Key/NA) If you enable this item, system can automatically resume by pressing hot keys on the keyboard or typing in the password. You must enable the Keyboard Power On jumper and use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. PowerOn by RTC Alarm / Date / Hour / Minute / Second (Disabled/15/12/30/30) The system can be turned off with a software command.

  • Page 36: Load Optimal Settings

    to leave this item at the default value. Load Optimal Settings If you select this item and press Enter a dialog box appears. If you press Y, and then Enter, the Setup Utility loads a set of fail-safe default values. These default values are not very demanding and they should allow your system to function with most kinds of hardware and memory chips.
  • Page 37 you select a specific address, the resources are assigned to the IR port, and you can use the five items below to determine the operation of the IR port Onboard Parallel Port (378h) This item enables or disables the onboard LPT1 parallel port, and assigns a port address.

  • Page 38: Cpu Pnp Setup Page

    CPU PnP Setup Page This page lets you manually configure the mainboard for the CPU. The system will automatically detect the kind of CPU that you have installed and make the appropriate adjustments to the items on this page. AMIBIOS SETUP – CPU PnP SETUP (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc.

  • Page 39: Change Password

    age measurements. Change Password If you highlight this item and press Enter, a dialog box appears which lets you enter a Supervisor password. You can enter no more than six letters or num- bers. Press Enter after you have typed in the password. A second dialog box asks you to retype the password for confirmation.

  • Page 40: Using The Mainboard Software

    Using the Mainboard Software The support software CD-ROM that is included in the mainboard package contains all the drivers and utility programs needed to properly run the bun- dled products. Below you can find a brief description of each software program, and the location for your mainboard version.

  • Page 41: Running Setup

    Setup Tab Setup Click the Setup button to run the software installation program. Select from the menu which software you want to install. Browse The Browse CD button is the standard Windows command that allows you to open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support CD.

  • Page 42: Manual Installation

    Note: The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the mainboard you are installing. The mainboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner. Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.

  • Page 43: Utility Software Reference

    Insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive and locate the PATH.DOC file in the root directory. This file contains the information needed to locate the drivers for your mainboard. Look for the chipset and mainboard model; then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers.

  • Page 44: Recovery Genius

    MediaRing Talk – Telephony Software To install the MediaRing Talk voice modem software for the built-in modem, go directory \UTILITY\MEDIARING TALK, then MRTALK- SETUP72.EXE to install the application software. Super Voice – Fax/Modem Software To install the Super Voice voice, fax, data communication application for use with the built-in fax/modem, go the directory \UTILITY\SUPER_VOICE, then run PICSHELL.EXE to install the application software.

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