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  • Page 1 SY-K7VTA PRO Motherboard Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 2: Atx Form Factor

    It is the policy of Soyo Computer Inc. to respect the valid patent rights of third parties and not to infringe upon or to cause others to infringe upon such rights.
  • Page 3 Guide illustrates the steps for installing and setting up your new Motherboard. This guide provides users with the basic steps of Motherboard setting and operation. For further information, please refer to the SY-K7VTA PRO User’s Guide that came with your Motherboard.

  • Page 4: Sy-K7Vta Pro Motherboard Layout

    SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide SY-K7VTA PRO Motherboard Layout PS/2 KB PS/2 Mouse Connector Connector USB 1_2 COM1 COM2 ATX Power GAME SDRAM LINE-OUT LINE-IN VT8363A MIC-IN SDRAM CDIN1 AGP Slot IDE 1 IDE 2 Sigmatel STAC9700 PCI Slot #1...

  • Page 5: Key Features

    SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide Key Features Supports Socket A (Socket 462) Supports multiple-boot function AMD® processors 5 x 32-bit bus mastering PCI slots Supports 200MHz Front Side Bus — 1 x 32-bit AGP 1X/2X/4X slot DDR(Double Data Rate) transfer 4 x USB ports onboard Athlon(750MHz~1.3GHz)

  • Page 6: Installation

    Follow the directions in this section which is designed to guide you through a quick and correct method to install your new SY-K7VTA PRO Motherboard. For detailed information, please refer to the SY-K7VTA PRO Motherboard User's guide and Technical Reference online manual in the CD-ROM package that came with your Motherboard.

  • Page 7: Install The Motherboard

    SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide Install the Motherboard To perform the installation of your new SY-K7VTA PRO Motherboard, follow the steps below: CPU Installation Step 1. Mark your CPU Frequency: Record the working frequency of your CPU that should be clearly marked on the CPU cover.
  • Page 8 FOC ( Fan-Off Control ) The newly designed SOYO “FOC” is based on the concept of total protection for CPU, which is very different from currently seen on the market. The H/W control function is used to see a passive security system of monitoring and warning.
  • Page 9 10.5 11.5 12.5 Note: SOYO does not guarantee system stability if the user over clocks the system. Any malfunctions due to over-clocking are not covered by the warranty. CPU FSB Setting (FJ1,FJ2) The FSB Frequency can also be set through jumpers FJ1 and FJ2 and it may therefore differ from the Frequency the CPU specifies.

  • Page 10: Connections To The Motherboard

    Switch.), Wake-On-LAN card, VGA card, Sound Card, and other devices. For more details on connecting internal and external peripherals to your new SY-K7VTA PRO Motherboard, please refer to SY-K7VTA PRO Motherboard User's Guide and Technical Reference online manual on the CD-ROM.
  • Page 11 SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide Connectors and Plug-ins Standard IrDA (Infrared Device Header): SIRCON Wake-On-LAN Header: J10 Pin1 Pin2 Pin3 Pin4 Pin5 Pin1 Pin2 Pin3 IRRX IRTX 5VSB RING USB3_4: USB3 USB3_4: USB4 Pin1 Pin3 Pin5 Pin7 Pin2 Pin4 Pin6...

  • Page 12: Memory Configuration Table

    SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide Configure Memory Step 4. Supports PC133/ PC100 SDRAM and Virtual Channel Memory (VCM) SDRAM up to 3 DIMMs and using system memory up to 1.5GB. Memory Configuration Table Number of Memory Modules DIMM 1 DIMM 2...
  • Page 13 SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide How to Clear CMOS Data(JP5) In some cases the CMOS memory may contain wrong data, follow the steps below to clear the CMOS memory. Clear the CMOS memory by momentarily shorting pin 2-3 on jumper JP5. This jumper can be easily identified by its white colored cap.

  • Page 14: Quick Bios Setup

    This Motherboard does not use any hardware jumpers to set the CPU frequency. Instead, CPU settings are software configurable with the BIOS [SOYO COMBO SETUP]. The [SOYO COMBO SETUP] combines the main parameters that you need to configure, all in one menu, for a quick setup in BIOS.
  • Page 15 Insert the SOYO CD into the CD-ROM drive Step 1. If you use Windows NT or 2000 , the SOYO-CD will not detect your motherboard type. In that case the following dialog will pop up, please choose your motherboard and press OK.

  • Page 16: Install Drivers And Utilities

    SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide The user's manual files included on the SOYO CD are in PDF (Postscript Document) format. In order to read a PDF file, the appropriate Acrobat Reader software must be installed in your system. Note: The Start Up program automatically detects if the Acrobat Reader utility is already present in your system, and otherwise prompts you on whether or not you want to install it.
  • Page 17 SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide driver revision: VIA 4 in 1 Driver Package for Win 9x/ME/NT/2k VIA Onboard Audio Driver for Win 9x/ME/NT/2000 K7VTAPRO VIA hardware(R) monitor for (Win 95/98) Cancel (Driver Installation Menu) A short description of all available drivers follows:...
  • Page 18 Select which driver you want to install and click OK, or click Cancel to abort the driver installation and return to the main menu. Note: Once you have selected a driver, the system will automatically exit the SOYO CD to begin the driver installation program. When the installation is complete, most drivers require to restart your system before they can become active.
  • Page 19 SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide Quick Trouble shoot tips What to check when you encounter : Boot-up issue The system do not power-up, no beeping sound heard and the CPU fan does not turn check if the power cord is plug to the power source...
  • Page 20 SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide The system turns on for some seconds then shutdown by itself. check if the CPU fan is connected to the CPUFAN1 connector (For K7 and P4 M/B only) the CPU might be overheating. Check the CPU FAN if it is defective or see if the CPU fan is in contact with the CPU.
  • Page 21 BIOS chip is defected due to unsuccessful flash, contact your nearest Soyo branch for re-flashing Is there a way to reprogram my BIOS after an unsuccessful flash? No, you need to send back the BIOS ROM to your nearest Soyo branch for re-flashing.

  • Page 22: Audio Issue

    Audio issue How can I disable the on-board Audio? Go to the SOYO Combo Feature in the BIOS setup, then set the "Onchip sound" or "AC97 Audio" to disable. Please also make sure ‘Legacy Audio’ is disable if there is one.
  • Page 23 SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide Hard disk issue My Western digital HDD is not detected during boot-up or No fix disk present. Change the jumper settings to cable select or single or remove the jumpers. For updated FAQs, please check http://www.soyo.com.tw/faq.htm...
  • Page 24 SY-K7VTA PRO Quick Start Guide How to contact us: If you are interested in our products, please contact the SOYO sales department in the region you live. If you require Technical Assistance, please contact our Technical Support in the region you live.
  • Page 26 Edition: February 2002 Version 1.4 SY- K7VTA PRO SERIAL...

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