Page 1 Athena System Manual...
Page 2 PREMIO System Manual Copyright is a registered trademark of Premio Computer, Inc. All PREMIO other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. © 2002 by Premio Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Version 1.0, March 2002...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
PREMIO System Manual Contents GETTING STARTED..............5 Setting Up ................6 Connecting Your Keyboard, Mouse, and Speakers ...x Connecting Your Monitor ..........x Switches and Indicators..........8 UPGRADING ................10 Opening the System Unit ..........11 Closing the System Unit ..........x Installing an Expansion Card ........11 Installing Additional Memory.........x Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive ....16 GETTING HELP .................
Page 4 PREMIO System Manual System Unit Problems ............19 Hard Disk Problems ............20 Warranty Service............20 Technical Support ............21 PREMIO on the Internet ..........21 APPENDIX ................22 Limited 3-Year Warranty..........22 FCC Standards ............. 24 Important Safety Instructions ........25...
Page 5: Getting Started
® Your Athena system typically consists of five main components: PREMIO § Midtower § Monitor § Speakers § Keyboard § Mouse Depending on which components you’ve ordered with your Athena system, the components shown in the picture above may vary.
Page 6: Setting Up
PREMIO System Manual Setting Up To set up your Athena system, simply connect your monitor, mouse, keyboard, and speakers to the rear of the midtower. Connect the female end of the power cord to the chassis power cord connector, and then connect the male end of the power cord to your wall...
Page 7: Connecting Your Keyboard, Mouse, And Speakers
PREMIO System Manual Connecting Your Keyboard, Mouse, and Speakers The picture below is an enlarged view of the back I/O connectors. The keyboard, mouse, and speakers connectors are color coded for your reference. Simply connect your keyboard to the purple keyboard connector, and your mouse to the green mouse connector.
Page 8: Connecting Your Monitor
PREMIO System Manual Connecting Your Monitor The next step is to connect your monitor to your video card. See picture below for the location of the video card connector. Once everything is connected, you can now turn on your monitor and system. See the next page for the location of the midtower’s power switch.
Page 9: Switches And Indicators
PREMIO System Manual Switches and Indicators The system unit’s front panel provides access to the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD- RW and floppy drives, and to the system’s switches and indicator LEDs. The CD/DVD/CDRW drive reads information on CDs or DVDs The floppy disk drive reads and writes data to 3.5”...
Page 10: Upgrading
PREMIO System Manual Upgrading You can upgrade your system with: PREMIO Expansion cards Additional system memory Additional hard disk drive To install an upgrade, you must open the system unit. Before proceeding, read the important cautionary note below. Then follow the steps on the next page. Caution! Static discharge can cause permanent damage to internal electronic components of your computer.
Page 11: Opening The System Unit
PREMIO System Manual Opening the System Unit Note Opening the system unit could affect your warranty. Check with the dealer where you purchased your system before opening the system unit. To open the system unit, you will need a standard philips (the cross head, not the flat head) screwdriver: Turn off the system and unplug the power cord from the power cord connector (see picture below):...
Page 12 PREMIO System Manual Next, using the screwdriver, remove the two screws as shown in the picture below. Once the two screws are removed, you can simply slide the side cover off by pulling it towards you.
Page 13: Closing The System Unit
PREMIO System Manual Closing the System Unit To close the unit, slide the side panel back on and reinstall the two screws.
Page 14: Installing An Expansion Card
PREMIO System Manual Installing an Expansion Card To install an expansion card, open the system unit as described on the previous page. Next, remove the screw securing the slot bracket cover for the expansion slot you want to use. Then remove the slot bracket and install your expansion card. Save the screw to secure the expansion card later.
Page 15 PREMIO System Manual Insert the expansion card firmly into the slot, making sure it is seated completely. Then install the screw onto the expansion card.
Page 16: Installing Additional Memory
PREMIO System Manual Installing Additional Memory For details on memory configuration, including the placement and type of memory to use in your system, please refer to the motherboard user’s manual that came with your system.
Page 17: Installing An Additional Hard Disk Drive
PREMIO System Manual Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive To install an additional hard disk drive in your system, follow these steps: Disconnect the hard drive cable and power connector. Remove the two screws securing the drive bay. Slide the bay toward the rear of the system unit to remove it. Insert the new drive into an open position in the bay and secure it with four screws.
Page 18: Getting Help
PREMIO System Manual Getting Help Troubleshooting Your system is designed to provide years of trouble-free PREMIO performance. If you have a problem with your system, first check the information in this section for a quick solution. Monitor Does Not Work If your monitor appears not to be working properly: Check that the monitor’s power cable is securely attached to the monitor and to an outlet that is receiving power.
Page 19: Keyboard Does Not Work
PREMIO System Manual Keyboard Does Not Work If the NumLock indicator in the upper right corner of the keyboard does not light when the system powers up, or the keyboard does not work: Check that the keyboard cable is securely attached to the system unit’s keyboard connector.
Page 20: System Unit Problems
PREMIO System Manual System Unit Problems The fan inside the system unit should make a low, steady sound when operating properly. If the fan is totally silent: § Check that the system power cord is securely attached to the back of the system unit and to a power outlet.
Page 21: Technical Support
PREMIO System Manual Technical Support You can contact technical support at the following PREMIO address: Premio Computer, Inc. 918 Radecki Court City of Industry, CA 91748 Telephone: 800-568-6388 Fax: 626-839-3191 Email: support@premiopc.com PREMIO on the Internet maintains a web page on the Internet with the latest...
Page 22: Appendix
(hereinafter “Product”) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of original purchase from Premio Computer, Inc. or a Premio Computer, Inc. authorized reseller. This warranty does not cover monitor and LCD panels, nor third-party hardware and software which has a separate manufacturer’s warranty.
Page 23 PREMIO System Manual IN NO EVENT WILL PREMIO COMPUTER, INC. BE LIABLE TO THE CUSTOMER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY DAMEAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGES,...
Page 24: Fcc Standards
FCC Standards The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) restricts the amount of radiation and radio frequency emissions from computing equipment. This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly in strict accordance with the operation instructions, reference manuals, and the service manual, may cause interference to radio or television reception.
Page 25: Important Safety Instructions
PREMIO System Manual Important Safety Instructions These instructions are provided by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Page 26 voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those compartments to service personnel. 13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
Page 27 850E Max2 MS-6592 (v1.X) ATX Mainboard Version 1.0 G52-M6592X1...
Page 28 Manual Rev: 1.0 Release Date: Nov. 2002 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has 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 when the equip- ment is operated in a commercial environment.
Page 29: Copyright Notice
Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
Page 30: 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 equipment from overheating.
Page 31 CONTENTS FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........... ii Copyright Notice ..................iii Revision History ................... iii Technical Support ..................iii Safety Instructions ..................iv Chapter 1. Getting Started ................ 1-1 Mainboard Specifications ..............1-2 Mainboard Layout ................1-4 MSI Special Features ................1-5 Fuzzy Logic™...
Page 32 Back Panel ..................2-10 Mouse Connector ............... 2-10 Keyboard Connector ..............2-11 USB 2.0 Connectors ..............2-11 Serial Port Connectors: COM A & COM B ........2-12 RJ-45 LAN Jack (optional) ............2-12 Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ............2-13 Audio Port Connectors ............... 2-14 Connectors ..................
Page 33 Control Keys ................. 3-2 Getting Help .................. 3-3 The Main Menu ................... 3-4 Standard CMOS Features ..............3-6 Advanced BIOS Features ..............3-8 Advanced Chipset Features ............... 3-12 Integrated Peripherals ................ 3-15 Power Management Setup ..............3-19 PNP/PCI Configurations ..............3-23 PC Health Status ................
Page 34: Chapter 1. Getting Started
Getting Started Chapter 1. Getting Started Getting Started Thank you for purchasing the 850E Max2 (MS-6592 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The 850E Max2 is based on Intel 850E North ® Bridge & ICH4 South Bridge chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel Pentium 4 ®...
Page 35: Mainboard Specifications
KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Mainboard Specifications Support Intel Pentium 4 processor in the 478 pin package ® Support up to 3.06GHz or faster Support Hyper Threading Technology Chipset Intel ® 850E chipset - Support Direct RDRAM up to 2GB maximum memory - Support System bus at 100/133MHz (400/533MHz Data Bus) Intel ICH4 chipset...
Page 36 Getting Started - 3 audio ports in vertical Serial ATA Interface (Optional) Support PROMISE 20376 controller chip with two serial ATA (150MB/s) and one ATA133 Support RAID 0 or 1 by up to 2 or 3 parallel ATA or serial ATA connectors Audio Support C-Media CMI8738/PCI-6ch audio 6CH DAC for AC3...
Page 37: Mainboard Layout
KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Mainboard Layout Top : mouse Bottom: keyboard JWR1 PSFAN1 ports Top : Parallel Port Bottom: COM A COM B T: LAN jack B: USB Ports Line-Out JCD1 Line-In Winbond AG P Slot W83627HF-AW JCI1 PCI Slot 6 SYSFAN1...
Page 38: Msi Special Features
Getting Started MSI Special Features Fuzzy Logic™ 4 The Fuzzy Logic™ 4 utility is a user friendly tool that allows users to view and adjust the current system status. To overclock the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) frequency under the Windows operating system, click FSB and use the right and left arrow keys to select the desired FSB, and then click Apply to apply the new setup value.
Page 39: Live Bios™/Live Driver
KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is a tool used to detect and update your BIOS/drivers online so that you don’t need to search for the correct BIOS/driver version throughout the Web site. To use the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2”...
Page 40: Live Monitor
Getting Started Live Monitor™ The Live Monitor™ is a tool used to schedule the search for the latest BIOS/drivers version on the MSI Web site. To use the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2” application. After the installation, the “MSI Live Monitor” icon (as shown on the right) will appear on the screen.
Page 41: D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional)
KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard MS-6592 ATX Mainboard D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional) D-Bracket™ 2 is a USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic LEDs, which use graphic signal display to help users understand their system. The LEDs provide up to 16 combinations of signals to debug the system. The 4 LEDs can detect all problems that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or other failures.
Page 42 Getting Started Green D-Bracket™ 2 Description Processor Initialization - This will show information regarding the processor (like brand name, system bus, etc…) Testing RTC (Real Time Clock) Initializing Video Interface - This will start detecting CPU clock, checking type of video onboard.
Page 43: Pc Alert™ 4
KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard MS-6592 ATX Mainboard PC Alert™ 4 The PC Alert 4 is a utility you can find in the CD-ROM disk. The utility is just like your PC doctor that can detect the following PC hardware status during real time operation: monitor CPU &...
Page 44 Getting Started To better protect the CPU from overheating, a new feature, COOLER XP, has been added to decrease the temperature of AMD Athlon XP CPU. To do so, simply click COOLER XP and the screen will show the Cute skin (as shown below) with information about the CPU and chipset.
Page 45: Msi Dvd 5.1 Channel (Optional)
KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard MS-6592 ATX Mainboard MSI DVD 5.1 Channel (Optional) The motherboard comes with MSI DVD application which supports 5.1 channel (6-channel audio) operation. The accompanying MSI DVD is a conve- nient tool to meet increasing demands for home entertainment. Note: MSI DVD supports Dolby Digital format only.
Page 46 Getting Started 4. Click OK. For more information about MSI DVD, you can refer to the online help coming with the application. To enter the online help: 1. Click on the icon at the bottom-right corner of the control panel. 2.
Page 47: S-Bracket (Optional)
KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard MS-6592 ATX Mainboard S-Bracket (Optional) S-Bracket is a bracket which provides 2 SPDIF jacks for digital audio transmission and 2 analog Line-Out connectors for additional 4-channel ana- log audio output. With the S-Bracket, your system will be able to perform 6- channel audio operation for wonderful surround sound effect, or connect to Sony &...
Page 48: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Hardware Setup This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jump- ers on the mainboard. Also, it provides the instructions on con- necting the peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc.
Page 49: Quick Components Guide
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Quick Components Guide CPU, p.2-3 CPUFAN1, p.2-16 JWR1, p.2-9 RIMMs, p.2-7 JWR2, p.2-9 PSFAN1, p.2-16 FDD1, p.2-15 Back Panel I/O, p.2-10 AGP Slot, p.2-31 IDE1 & IDE2, JCD1, p.2-20 p.2-17 JCI1, p.2-29 SYSFAN1, p.2-16 JIR1, p.2-29 PCI Slots, p.2-31 JBAT1, p.2-30...
Page 50: Central Processing Unit: Cpu
Hardware Setup Central Processing Unit: CPU ® ® The mainboard supports Intel Pentium 4 processor in the 478 pin package. The 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.
Page 51: Cpu Installation Procedures For Socket 478
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 478 Please turn off the power and Open Lever unplug the power cord before installing the CPU. Sliding 90 degree Plate Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Make sure to raise the lever up to a 90- degree angle.
Page 52: Installing The Cpu Fan
Hardware Setup Installing the CPU Fan As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher performance, thermal management becomes increasingly important. To dissipate heat, you need to attach the CPU cooling fan and heatsink on top of the CPU. Follow the instructions below to install the Heatsink/Fan: Locate the CPU and its retention Position the heatsink onto the reten-...
Page 53 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Connect the fan power cable from the mounted fan to the 3-pin fan power connector on the board. fan power cable NOTES...
Page 54: Memory
Hardware Setup Memory The mainboard provides 2 gold-lead sockets for 232-pin RIMM modules. To operate properly, modules must be installed in pairs. You can install ei- ther one RIMM and one C-RIMM or two RIMMs. If only one RIMM slot is populated, you must install one C-RIMM (Continuity RIMM) module on the other unused RIMM slot.
Page 55: Installing Rimm And C-Rimm Modules
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Installing RIMM and C-RIMM Modules The RIMM slot has 2 Notch Keys, so the RIMM memory module can only fit in one orientation. Insert the RIMM memory module vertically into the RIMM slot. Then push it in.
Page 56: Power Supply
Hardware Setup Power Supply The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Be- fore inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all compo- nents are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR2 This connector allows you to connect to an ATX power supply.
Page 57: Back Panel
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Back Panel The back panel provides the following connectors: Parallel (Optional) Mouse USB Ports Keyboard USB Ports L-in COM A COM B L-out Mouse Connector The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 ® mouse mini DIN connector ®...
Page 58: Keyboard Connector
Hardware Setup Keyboard Connector ® The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 keyboard mini DIN connec- ® ® tor for attaching a PS/2 keyboard. You can plug a PS/2 keyboard directly into this connector. Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION Keyboard DATA Keyboard DATA No connection Ground Keyboard Clock...
Page 59: Serial Port Connectors: Com A & Com B
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Serial Port Connectors: COM A & COM B The mainboard offers two 9-pin male DIN connectors as serial port COM A & COM B. The ports are 16550A high speed communication ports that send/receive 16 bytes FIFOs.
Page 60: Parallel Port Connector: Lpt1
Hardware Setup 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. Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION STROBE Strobe...
Page 61: Audio Port Connectors
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Audio Port Connectors 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 connec- tor for microphones. Line In 1/8”...
Page 62: Connectors
Hardware Setup Connectors The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, modem, LAN, USB Ports, IR module and CPU/System/Power Supply FAN. 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. FDD1 2-15...
Page 63: Fan Power Connectors: Cpufan1/Sysfan1/Psfan1
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1/PSFAN1 The CPUFAN1 (processor fan), SYSFAN1 (system fan) and PSFAN1 (power fan) support system cooling fan with +12V. It supports three-pin head connector. 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 64: Hard Disk Connectors: Ide1 & Ide2
Hardware Setup Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/ 133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/ 100/133 function. You can connect up to four hard disk drives, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy (reserved for future BIOS) and other devices.
Page 65: Hard Disk Raid Connectors: Ide3, Jata1 & Jata2
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Hard Disk RAID Connectors: IDE3, JATA1 & JATA2 The mainboard has 3 IDE RAID connectors, which are controlled by Promise 20376. IDE3 is a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 con- troller that provides PIO mode 0~5, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 function.
Page 66 Hardware Setup JATA1 & JATA2 Pin Definition SIGNAL SIGNAL Take out the dust cover and Optional Serial ATA cable connect to the hard disk devices Connect to JATA1 or JATA2 MSI Reminds You... Please do not fold the serial ATA cable in a 90-degree angle, which will cause the loss of data during the transmission.
Page 67: Cd-In Connector: Jcd1
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard CD-In Connector: JCD1 The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector. S-Bracket (SPDIF) Connector: JSP3 (Optional) The connector allows you to connect a S-Bracket for Sony & Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF). The S-Bracket offers 2 SPDIF jacks for digital audio transmission (one for optical fiber connection and the other for coaxial), and 2 analog Line-Out jacks for 4-channel audio output.
Page 68 Hardware Setup Optional S-Bracket CEN/SUB RL/RR Connect to JSP3 SPDIFJack (optical) SPDIF Jack (coaxial) Analog Line-Out Jacks 2-21...
Page 69: Front Panel Connectors: Jfp1 & Jfp2
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 The mainboard provides two front panel connectors for electrical con- ® nection to the front panel switches and LEDs. JFP1 is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Speaker Power JFP2...
Page 70: Ieee 1394 Connector: J1394_1, J1394_2, J1394_3 (Optional)
Hardware Setup IEEE 1394 Connectors: J1394_1, J1394_2, J1394_3 (Optional) The mainboard provides three 1394 pin headers that allow you to con- nect optional IEEE 1394 ports. J1394_3 Pin Definition J1394_1 J1394_2 SIGNAL SIGNAL TPA+ TPA- Ground Ground TPB+ TPB- Cable power Cable power Key (no pin) Ground...
Page 71 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard How to attach the IEEE 1394 Bracket: Foolproof design 1. Take out the IEEE 1394 Bracket. 2. Locate the IEEE1394 connectors (J1394_1, J1394_2 & J1394_3) on the mainboard. 3. Connect the cables of the IEEE 1394 Bracket to the c o n n e c t o r s .
Page 72: Front Panel Audio Connector: Jaud1
Hardware Setup Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 The JAUD1 front panel audio connector allows you to connect to the ® front panel audio and is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. JAUD1 JAUD1 Pin Definition SIGNAL DESCRIPTION AUD_MIC Front panel microphone input signal AUD_GND...
Page 73: Bluetooth Connector: Jbt1 (Optional)
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard Bluetooth Connector: JBT1 (Optional) This connector is used to connect a bluetooth module for wireless connection. JBT1 JBT1 Pin Definition SIGNAL SIGNAL 5VDUAL 3VDUAL D+ (USB signal) D- (USB signal) MSI Reminds You... Because the bluetooth connector shares the USB interface with blue-colored USB2.0 connector, one of the USB2.0 port (see in- struction on the cable) will not function when you attach a...
Page 74: Front Usb Connector: Jusb1
Hardware Setup Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 The mainboard provides one USB 2.0 pin headers JUSB1 that is ® compliant with Intel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. 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 75: D-Bracket 2 Connector: J13 (Optional)
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: J13 (Optional) The mainboard comes with a J13 connector for you to connect to D- Bracket™ 2. D-Bracket™ 2 is a USB Bracket that supports both USB1.1 & 2. 0 spec. It integrates four LEDs and allows users to identify system problem through 16 various combinations of LED signals.
Page 76: Irda Infrared Module Header: Jir1
Hardware Setup IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 The connector allows you to connect to IrDA Infrared module. You must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to use the IR function. ® JIR1 is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Signal VCC5 IRTX...
Page 77: Jumpers
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard 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 data of system configuration.
Page 78: Slots
Hardware Setup Slots The motherboard provides one AGP slot and six 32-bit PCI bus slots. AGP Slot PCI Slots AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot The AGP slot allows you to insert the AGP graphics card. AGP is an interface specification designed for the throughput demands of 3D graphics. It introduces a 66MHz, 32-bit channel for the graphics controller to directly access main memory.
Page 79: Pci Interrupt Request Routing
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard PCI Interrupt Request Routing The IRQ, acronym of interrupt request line and pronounced I-R-Q, are hardware lines over which devices can send interrupt signals to the microprocessor. The PCI IRQ pins are typically connected to the PCI bus INT A# ~ INT D# pins as follows: Order 1 Order 2...
Page 80: Chapter 3. Bios Setup
BIOS Setup Chapter 3. BIOS Setup 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: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.
Page 81: Entering Setup
MS-6592 ATX 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 <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 82: Getting Help
BIOS Setup 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 ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Page 83: The Main Menu
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard 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 twelve setup functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter>...
Page 84 BIOS Setup 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 High Performance Defaults Use this menu to load factory default settings into the BIOS for stable system performance operations.
Page 85: Standard Cmos Features
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Standard CMOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu are divided into 11 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 86 BIOS Setup ing items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This informa- tion should be provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system manufacturer. Access Mode The settings are CHS, LBA, Large, Auto. Capacity The formatted size of the storage device. Cylinder Number of cylinders.
Page 87: Advanced Bios Features
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Advanced BIOS Features Virus Protection The item is to set the Virus Warning feature for IDE Hard Disk boot sector protection. If the function is enabled and any attempt to write data into this area is made, BIOS will display a warning message on screen and beep. Settings: Disabled, Enabled.
Page 88 BIOS Setup CPU Hyper-Threading 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.
Page 89 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Boot Other Device Setting the option to Enabled allows the system to try to boot from other device if the system fails to boot from the 1st/2nd/3rd boot device. Swap Floppy Setting to Enabled will swap floppy drives A: and B:. Seek Floppy Setting to Enabled will make BIOS seek floppy drive A: before booting the system.
Page 90 BIOS Setup Option Description Setup The password prompt appears only when end users try to run Setup. System A password prompt appears every time when the com- puter is powered on or when end users try to run Setup. APIC Mode This field is used to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller).
Page 91 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Small Logo (EPA) Show This item enables you to show the EPA logo (brand specific graphics) on the bootup screen. Settings are: Disabled Shows the normal POST screen at boot. Enabled Shows a still image (EPA logo) on the screen at boot.
Page 92: Advanced Chipset Features
BIOS Setup Advanced Chipset Features MSI Reminds You... Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. RDRAM Bus Frequency Use this item to configure the bus frequency of the installed RDRAMs. Setting options: Auto, 300MHz, 400MHz, 533MHz. DRAM Data Integrity Mode Select ECC (Error-Checking &...
Page 93 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Video RAM Cacheable Selecting Enabled allows caching of the video memory (RAM) at A0000h to AFFFFh, resulting in better video performance. However, if any program writes to this memory area, a memory access error may result. Setting options: Disabled, Enabled.
Page 94: Integrated Peripherals
BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals On-Chip Primary/Secondary PCI IDE The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Choose Enabled to activate each channel separately. IDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO The four IDE PIO (Programmed Input/Output) fields let you set a PIO mode (0-4) for each of the four IDE devices that the onboard IDE interface supports.
Page 95 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard 95 OSR2 or a third-party IDE bus master driver). If your hard drive and your system software both support Ultra DMA/33, Ultra DMA/66 or even Ultra DMA/100, select Auto to enable BIOS support. Settings: Auto, Disabled. USB Controller Select Enabled if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have USB peripherals.
Page 96 BIOS Setup KB Power ON Password If POWER ON Function is set to Password, then you can set a password in the field for the PS/2 keyboard to power on the system. Hot Key Power ON If POWER ON Function is set to Hot KEY, you can assign a hot key combination in the field for the PS/2 keyboard to power on the system.
Page 97 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Use IR Pins Please consult your IR peripheral documentation to select the correct setting of the TxD and RxD signals. Setting options: RxD2,TxD2, IR-Rx2Tx2. Onboard Parallel Port This specifies the I/O port address and IRQ of the onboard parallel port. Settings: 378/IRQ7, 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7, Disabled.
Page 98: Power Management Setup
BIOS Setup Power Management Setup MSI Reminds You... S3-related functions described in this section are available only when your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode. IPCA Function This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Man- agement Interface) Function. If your operating system is ACPI-aware, such ®...
Page 99 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard files is saved to main memory that remains powered while most other hardware components turn off to save energy. The information stored in memory will be used to restore the system when a “wake up” event occurs. Run VGABIOS if S3 Resume Selecting Enabled allows BIOS to call VGA BIOS to initialize the VGA card when system wakes up (resumes) from S3 sleep state.
Page 100 BIOS Setup Min, 4 Min, 8 Min, 12 Min, 20 Min, 30 Min, 40 Min, 1 Hour. Power Button Function This feature allows users to configure the power button function. Settings are: Power Off The power button functions as a normal power-on/ -off button.
Page 101 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard ** Reload Global Timer Events ** Primary/Secondary Master/Slave IDE, FDC/LPT/COM Ports The global timer is the hardware timer that counts down to the power saving modes. If the monitoring of the listed hardware peripherals or components is enabled, the activity of the specified peripherals or components will awaken the system or reload the original count of global timer when they are accessed.
Page 102: Pnp/Pci Configurations
BIOS Setup 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 al- lows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses when communicating with its special components.
Page 103 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard IRQ Resources The items are adjustable only when Resources Controlled By is set to Manual. Press <Enter> and you will enter the sub-menu of the items. IRQ Resources list IRQ 3/4/5/7/9/10/11/12/14/15 for users to set each IRQ a type depending on the type of device using the IRQ.
Page 104: Pc Health Status
BIOS Setup PC Health Status 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. CPU Warning Temperature This item is used to specify a thermal limit for CPU. If CPU temperature reaches the specified limit, the system will issue a warning which allows you to prevent the CPU overheat problem.
Page 105: Frequency/Voltage Control
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control. CPU Clock Ratio End users can overclock the processor by specifying the CPU ratio (clock multiplier) in this field. Options: key in a DEC number between 8 and 50. Auto Detect PCI Clock This item is used to auto detect the PCI slots.
Page 106 BIOS Setup CPU Host/PCI Clock This item specifies the clock frequency of CPU host bus (FSB) and PCI bus. It provides a method for end users to overclock the processor. If the item shows Default, the setting will use the default value for the clock frequency of CPU host bus and PCI bus.
Page 107: Load High Performance/Bios Setup Defaults
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Load High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to High Performance defaults or BIOS Setup defaults. The High Per- formance Defaults are the values set by the mainboard manufacturer for the best system performance but probably will cause a stability issue.
Page 108: Set Supervisor/User Password
BIOS Setup Set Supervisor/User Password When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: Type the password, up to eight characters in length, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory.
Page 109: Appendix: Using 4- Or 6-Channel Audio Function
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function Appendix. Using 4- or 6-Channel Appendix A: Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Audio Function Function The motherboard comes with C-Media 8738MX/LX chip, which provides support for 6-channel audio output, including 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Center and 1 Subwoofer channel SPDIF out.
Page 110 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Installing C-Media Drivers The mainboard is able to transform the audio connectors on the back panel from 2-channel to 4-/6-channel. To use the function, you need to install the C- Media drivers. To install C-Media drivers: Insert the companion CD into the CD-ROM drive. The setup screen will automatically appear.
Page 111: Hardware Configuration
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function Hardware Configuration After installing the audio driver, you are able to use the 4-/6-channel audio feature now. To enable 4- or 6-channel audio operation, first connect 4 or 6 speakers to the appropriate audio connectors, and then select 4- or 6-channel audio setting in the software utility.
Page 112: Software Configuration
MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Software Configuration To have 4-/6-channel audio work, you must set appropriate configuration in the C-Media software application. Volume control: To set the Click the C-Media Mixer icon from the window tray on the bottom. The following screen appears. Click the button.
Page 113: Using 4- Or 6-Channel Audio Function
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function CD: Regulates the CD drive audio input level. MIC: Regulates the input level of microphone. WAVE: Regulates wave (voice) playback levels. FM: Regulates the FM music play level. LINE IN: Regulates the Line-in level. Advanced: Regulates the advanced settings.
Page 114 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard The Advanced-Speakers Dialog box There are 2 different software configurations in the “Advanced-Speakers” dialog depending the C-Media chipset on your have. With C-Media 8738MX chipset: Use S/PDIF mode: This diague provides an interface allowing you to set your speaker mode. CMI8738MX 6-channel supports earphone, 2ch, 4ch and 5.1ch mode.
Page 115 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function Use 6-channel: MSI Reminds You... 1. The “S/PDIF Playback” option in the “S/PDIF” dialog will be disabled when you choose “4” or “6” in the “Speaker” option. 2. Without using S-Bracket, the original “Microphone-in” will become “Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out”...
Page 116 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Using Xear 3D: Xear 3D technology provides a different multi-channel listening method and environment settings. Users can use general open-style earphones to replace real speakers so that users will hear rear-out sounds from the earphone. Using Xear 3D technology, users will need less setup-up effort, cost and space without rear speakers.
Page 117 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function With C-Media 8738LX chipset: This diague provides an interface allowing you to set your speaker mode. CMI8738LX 6-channel spports earphone, 2ch, 4ch and 6ch mode.
Page 118 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Using Xear 3D: This diague provides an interface allowing you to set your speaker mode. CMI8738 LX 6-channel spports earphone, 4ch or 6ch mode in Xear 3D. A-10...
Page 119 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function The Volume Dialog box: The “Volume” dialog lets you adjust the volume of each output. The Sound Effect box: The “Sound Effect” dialog lets you choose the sound effect you like. A-11...
Page 120 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Multi-Channel Audio Demo: You can use the “Multi-Channel Audio Demo” application to test the audio setting you are configuring/have configured. The path will be showed as following: Click on each audio output to test the sound effect and the sound configuration.
Page 121 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function Attaching Speakers To perform multichannel audio operation, connect multiple speakers to the system. You should connect the same number of speakers as the audio channels you will select in the software utility. Using S-BRACKET connectors: S-Bracket is an optional accessory.
Page 122 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard 2-Channel Analog Audio Output We recommend that you should still attach the speakers to BACK PANEL’s Line Out connector during 2-channel audio mode even though S-Bracket’s Line Out connectors function properly. Back Panel Line Out (Front channels) Line In 4-Channel Analog Audio Output Line Out (Front channels)
Page 123 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function 6-Channel Analog Audio Output Line Out (Front channels) Description: Line In Connect two speakers to back panel’s Line Out connector and four speakers to both Line Out connectors of S-Bracket. Optical SPDIF jack Coaxial SPDIF jack Line Out (Center and Subwoofer channel) Line Out (Rear channels) S-Bracket...
Page 124 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Optical SPDIF jack Description: Coaxial SPDIF jack Select the correct type of SPDIF jack to connect Line Out SPDIF speakers. For optical connection, remove the plug from the S-Bracket before Line Out inserting the fiber-optic cable to it. S-Bracket Plug A-16...
Page 125: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Q: Where will I find the model number of the mainboard? A: There are two places where you can find the model number of the mainboard: 1. Somewhere between the PCI slots you shall find MS-xxxx or the marketing name like “K7T Turbo”.
Page 126 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard A: We strongly recommend that you do NOT connect those described CPU fan directly to your motherboard, as it draws so much power, that it could damage it. Please use a 3-Pin to 4-Pin Cable that comes together with the fan. Q: Can I use more than 512MB memory on Win9x or WinME? A: No, you can’t.
Page 127 Troubleshooting 3. Bugs are found 4. Customer-specific request When we release a new BIOS, there's usually a release note attached which lists the reason for the release. Refer to this release note and decide for yourself if upgrading to the new BIOS will be worth it. A word of advice, though, do not upgrade to the new BIOS, unless you really have to.
Page 128 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard Q: After flashing the bios and rebooting the system, the screen went blank. A: For AMI BIOS Rename the desired AMI BIOS file to AMIBOOT.ROM and save it on a floppy disk. e.g. Rename A569MS23.ROM to AMIBOOT.ROM Insert this floppy disk in the floppy drive.
Page 129: Glossary
Glossary Glossary Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration & Power Interface) This power management specification enables the OS (operating system) to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer. Windows 98/98SE, Windows 2000 and Windows ME can fully support ACPI to allow users managing the system power flexibly.
Page 130 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard contents of frequently accessed RAM locations and the addresses where these data items are stored. Chipset A collection of integrated chips designed to perform one or more related functions. For example, a modem chipset contains all the primary circuits for transmitting and receiv- ing data;...
Page 131 Glossary ECC Memory (Error Correcting Code Memory) A type of memory that contains special circuitry for testing the accuracy of data and correcting the errors on the fly. EEPROM Acronym for Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An EEPROM is a special type of PROM that can be erased by exposing it to an electrical charge. Like other types of PROM, EEPROM retains its contents even when the power is turned off.
Page 132 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) A type of disk-drive interface widely used to connect hard disks, CD-ROMs and tape drives to a PC, in which the controller electronics is integrated into the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card. The IDE interface is known as the ATA (AT Attachment) specification.
Page 133 Glossary LBA (Logical Block Addressing) Logical block addressing is a technique that allows a computer to address a hard disk larger than 528 megabytes. A logical block address is a 28-bit value that maps to a specific cylinder-head-sector address on the disk. 28 bits allows sufficient variation to specify addresses on a hard disk up to 8.4 gigabytes in data storage capacity.
Page 134 MS-6592 ATX Mainboard PS/2 Port A type of port developed by IBM for connecting a mouse or keyboard to a PC. The PS/2 port supports a mini DIN plug containing just 6 pins. Most modern PCs equipped with PS/2 ports so that the special port can be used by another device, such as a modem.

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