Abit SE6R2 User Manual

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Index

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION OF SE6 FEATURES .................................1-1

1-1. F
1-2. S
1-3. P
1-4. L
1-5. T

EATURES OF THIS MOTHERBOARD

PECIFICATIONS

ACKAGE LIST

AYOUT DIAGRAM

HE SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM

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CHAPTER 2. INSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD..................................2-1

2-1. I
2-2. I
2-3. I
2-4. C

NSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD TO THE CHASSIS

NSTALLATION OF THE PENTIUM

NSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY

ONNECTORS

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EADERS AND SWITCHES

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III CPU...............................................2-2

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CHAPTER 3. INTRODUCING THE BIOS.....................................................3-1

3-1. CPU S
3-2. S
3-3. A
3-4. A
3-5. I
3-6. P
3-7. P

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NTEGRATED PERIPHERALS

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3-10. L
3-11. S
3-12. S
3-13. E

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APPENDIX A. INF INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR WINDOWS

APPENDIX B. INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR WINDOWS

APPENDIX C. INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR WINDOWS

APPENDIX D. ATA INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR WINDOWS

APPENDIX E. INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS

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EATURES SETUP MENU

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APPENDIX F. INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS

NT 4.0 SERVER/WORKSTATION

APPENDIX G. ATA INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR THE WINDOWS

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SERVER/WORKSTATION

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APPENDIX H. INF INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR THE WINDOWS

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APPENDIX I. INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS

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APPENDIX J. INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS

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APPENDIX K. ATA INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR THE WINDOWS

2000

APPENDIX L. BIOS FLASHING USER INSTRUCTIONS

APPENDIX M. HARDWARE MONITORING FUNCTION (INSTALLING THE

WINBOND HARDWARE DOCTOR UTILITY)

APPENDIX N. INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR SUSPEND TO RAM

APPENDIX O. TROUBLESHOOTING (NEED ASSISTANCE?)

APPENDIX P. HOW TO GET TECHNICAL SUPPORT

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Introduction of SE6 Features 1-1

Chapter 1. Introduction of SE6 Features

1-1. Features of This Motherboard

The SE6 Motherboard is designed for use with Intel’s new generation of Pentium II & III Processors,
which utilize the FC-PGA (Flip-Chip Pin Grid Array), 370-pin design. Up to 512MB of memory can be
supported.

The SE6 uses the new Intel 815E chipset. Its 133MHz capable memory interface supports the wide range
of PC 133 memory devices now on the market. Its 133MHz capable front-side bus delivers a clear
upgrade path to the future generation of 133MHz processors. The SE6 offers Ultra ATA/100. This
provides speedier HDD throughput that boosts overall system performance. Up to four IDE devices can
be supported by your system. These devices can be Ultra ATA/33, Ultra ATA/66 or Ultra ATA/100 IDE
devices.

A Digital Video Out Interface supporting digital display and TV Out are options. The SE6 also has an
integrated AC’97 2.1 CODEC onboard. This CODEC is complete with a H/W Sound Blaster Pro
digital audio controller that gives you the best sound quality and compatibility. The chipset includes
integrated 2X 3D Graphics Acceleration. For those wanting even greater graphics performance, an AGP
slot is included on the board. The AGP Slot will support a 4MB display cache AGP In-line Memory
Module (AIMM). AIMM is a lower cost alternative to a video card.

With 2 USB ports as well as capability of expanding to 4 USB slots, the SE6 meets future USB demands.
A Communication / Network Riser Slot (CNR Slot) is found on the SE6. The CNR Slot provides audio,
modem and network connectivity. The specification’s main objective is to reduce the cost of audio and
modem functionality.

The SE6 has built-in hardware monitoring functions (refer to Appendix M for detailed information). This
will monitor and protect your computer, ensuring a safe computing environment.

This motherboard provides high performance for servers while also meeting the requirements for desktop
systems; both now and into the future.

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AC’97

1-2. Specifications

1. CPU

!

Supports Intel

!

Supports Intel
package)

!

Supports VIA Cyrix III 500, 533 and reserves support for processors of future specification (Based
on 100MHz, 133MHz FC-PGA package)

!

Supports 66, 100, and 133MHz CPU external clock speeds.

!

Reserves support for future Intel Pentium

2. Chipset

!

Intel 815E chipset

!

Supports 66/100/133MHz (Front Side Bus)

!

Supports AGP 1X/2X/4X (Sideband) 1.5V/3.3V device

!

Supports Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface (ACPI)

!

Supports UDMA 33/66/100 and future specification devices

3. Graphics

!

Chipset integrated 2X 3D graphics acceleration

!

Support 4MB display Cache AIMM ( AGP In-line Memory Module )

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Pentium® III 500 ~ 1GHz processors (Based on FC-PGA package)

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Celeron® 300A ~ 733MHz processors (Based on 66MHz PPGA & FC-PGA

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III processors.

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4. Memory

!

Three 168-pin DIMM sockets support SDRAM module

!

Supports up to 512MB MAX. (32, 64, 128, 256MB SDRAM)

!

Support 100MHz, 133MHz SDRAM interface (No 66MHz support)

5. Audio

!

AC’97 Digital Audio controller integrated

!

AC’97 Audio CODEC on board

!

Audio driver included

6. System BIOS

!

SOFT MENU

!

Award Plug and Play BIOS supports APM and ACPI

!

Write-Protect Anti-Virus function by AWARD BIOS

7. Multi I/O Functions

!

2 Channels of Bus Master IDE Ports supporting Ultra DMA 33/66/100 and future specification
devices

!

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connectors

!

1x Floppy Port (up to 2.88MB)

!

1x Parallel Port (EPP/ECP)

!

2x Serial Ports

!

2x USB Connectors

!

2x USB Headers (Optional connecting cable available)

!

Audio connector (Line-in, Line-out, Mic-in, and Game Port)

8. Miscellaneous

!

Support STR(Suspend to DRAM)

!

ATX form factor

!

1 Universal AGP slot, 6 PCI slots and 1CNR slot

!

Hardware Monitoring – Including Fan speed, Voltages, CPU and System temperature and one
thermal header for other devices temperature monitoring

!

Keyboard and Mouse Power On

!

Built-in Wake on LAN/Open Chassis header

!

Built-in IrDA TX/RX header

!

Digital Video out interface adds support digital display or TV out (Option)

""""

Supports Wake On LAN, Modem, but your ATX power supply 5V standby power must be able
to provide at least a 720mA current capacity. Otherwise, the functions may not work normally.

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Specifications and information contained in this manual are subject to change without notice.

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III eliminates the need for jumpers or DIP switches to set CPU parameters

1-3. Package List

Check the following list. If there is any items damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer.

$

(1) SE6 Motherboard

$

(1) Ribbon cable for master and slave Ultra

DMA33/66/100 IDE drives

$

(1) Ribbon cable for floppy disk drives

$

(1) USB expansion cable

$

(1) COM2 expansion cable

$

(1) SE6 CD-Title

$

(1) This User’s Manual

SE6

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DB-20: Debug card (optional)

%

RM-04: AIMM card for AGP slot (optional)

%

Hot Rod 100: Ultra DMA 100 IDE controller
card (optional)

Introduction of SE6 Features 1-3

1-4. Layout Diagram

Figure 1-1. SE6 Motherboard component location

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1-5. The System Block Diagram

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Figure 1-2. System diagram of the INTEL 815E Chipset

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Chapter 2. Installing the Motherboard

This SE6 motherboard not only provides all standard equipment for classic personal computers, but also
provides great flexibility for meeting future upgrade demands. This chapter will introduce step by step
all of the standard equipment and will also present, as completely as possible, future upgrade capabilities.
This motherboard is able to support Intel
details, see specifications in Chapter 1.)

This chapter is organized according the following features:

2-1 Installing the Motherboard to the Chassis
2-2 Installation of the Pentium
2-3 Installing System Memory
2-4 Connectors, Headers and Switches

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Before you install or unplug any connectors or add-on cards, please remember to turn the ATX power
supply switch off (fully turn the +5V standby power off), or disconnect the power cord. Otherwise, you
may cause the motherboard components or add-on cards to malfunction or be damaged.

Our objective is to enable the novice computer users to perform the installation by themselves. We have
attempted to write this document in a very clear, concise and descriptive manner to help overcome any
obstacles you may face during installation. Please read our instructions carefully and follow them step-by­step.

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III / Celeron CPU

Before Proceeding with the Installation

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Pentium III and Celeron processors now on the market. (For

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User Friendly Instructions

2-1. Installing the Motherboard to the Chassis

Most computer chassis will have a base on which there will be many mounting holes that allows the
motherboard to be securely attached and at the same time, prevents short circuits. There are two ways to
attach the motherboard to the base of chassis:

!

with studs

!

or with spacers

Figure 2-1 shows the shape of studs and spacers. There may be
several types, but all look similar.

In principle, the best way to attach the motherboard is with studs.
Only if you are unable to do this should you attach the board with spacers. Take a careful look at the
motherboard and you will see many mounting holes on it. Line these holes up with the mounting holes on
the base. If the holes line up and there are screw holes this means you can attach the motherboard with
studs. If the holes line up and there are only slots, this means you can only attach the motherboard with
spacers. Take the tip of the spacers and insert them into the
slots. After doing this to all the slots, you can slide the
motherboard into position aligned with the slots. After the
motherboard has been positioned, check to make sure
everything is OK before putting the casing back on.

Figure 2-2 shows you the way to affix the motherboard
using studs or spacers.

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Note: If the motherboard has mounting holes, but they don’t line up with the holes on the base and

there are no slots to attach the spacers, do not despair, you can still attach the spacers to the
mounting holes. Just cut the bottom portion of the spacers (the spacers may be a little hard to cut, so
mind your fingers). In this way, you can still attach the motherboard to the base without worrying
about short circuits. Sometimes you may need to use the plastic springs to isolate the screw from the
motherboard PCB surface as the circuit wire may be too near the hole. Be careful. Do not let the
screw contact the printed circuit wire or parts on the PCB that are near the fixing hole. Otherwise it
may damage the board or cause board malfunctioning.

2-2. Installation of the Pentium

The installation method for the CPU is printed on the package of the retention mechanism that comes
with the motherboard. You can refer to it while you install the CPU.

Note: Installing a heat sink and cooling fan is necessary for proper heat dissipation from your CPU.
Failing to install these items may result in overheating and damage of your CPU. Please refer to your
boxed processor installation or other documentation attached with your CPU for detailed installing
instructions.

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III CPU

2-3. Installing System Memory

This motherboard provides three 168-pin DIMM sites for memory expansion available from minimum
memory size of 32MB to maximum memory size of 512MB SDRAM.

In order to create a memory array, certain rules must be followed. The following set of rules allows for
optimum configurations.

!

The memory array is 64 or 72 bits wide. (Depending on with or without parity)

!

Those modules can be populated in any order.

!

Supports single and double density DIMMS.

Table 2-1. Valid Memory Configurations

Bank Memory Module Total Memory

Bank 0, 1 (DIMM1) 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB 32MB ~ 512MB

Bank 2, 3 (DIMM2) 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB 32MB ~ 512MB

Bank 4, 5 (DIMM3) 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB 32MB ~ 512MB

Total System Memory 32MB ~ 512MB

Generally, installing SDRAM modules to your motherboard is an easy thing to do. You can refer to figure
2-3 to see what a 168-pin PC100 & PC133 SDRAM module looks like.

DIMMs may be “snapped” directly into the socket.
Note: Certain DIMM sockets have minor physical
differences. If your module doesn't seem to fit, please
do not force it into the socket as you may damaged
your memory module or DIMM socket.

Figure 2-3 PC100/PC133 Module and Component

Mark

SE6

The following procedure will show you how to install a
DIMM module into a DIMM socket.

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Step 1. Before you install the memory module, please place the computer power switch in the “OFF”

position and disconnect the AC power cord.

Step 2. Remove the computer’s chassis cover.

Step 3. Before touching any electronic components,

make sure you first touch an unpainted,
grounded metal object to discharge any static
electricity stored on your clothing or body.

Step 4. Locate your computer’s 168-pin memory

expansion DIMM socket.

Step 5. Insert the DIMM module into the expansion

socket as shown in the illustration. Note how
the module is keyed to the socket. You can refer
to figure 2-4 for the details.

DIMM module will be plugged into the socket
in one way only

Figure 2-4. Memory module installation

Step 6. Once the DIMM module has been installed, the installation is complete and the computer’s cover

can be replaced. Or you can continue to install other devices and add-on cards that are mentioned
in the following section.

Note: When you install a DIMM module fully into the DIMM socket, the eject tab should be locked
into the DIMM module very firmly and fit into its indention on both sides.

It is difficult to differentiate between the PC100, PC133 SDRAM and VCM DRAM modules from the
exterior. The only way to identify them is through the sticker on the RAM module.

module into the DIMM socket, making certain
the module is completely seated in the DIMM
socket.

. Firmly press the DIMM

This insures the

2-4. Connectors, Headers and Switches

Inside the case of any computer several cables and plugs have to be connected. These cables and plugs are
usually connected one-by-one to connectors located on the motherboard. You need to carefully pay
attention to any connection orientation the cables may have and, if any, notice the position of the first pin
of the connector. In the explanations that follow, we will describe the significance of the first pin.

We will show you all of the connectors, headers and switches here, and tell you how to connect them.
Please pay attention and read the entire section for necessary information before attempting to finish all of
the hardware installation inside the computer chassis.

Figure 2-5 shows you all of the connectors and headers that we’ll discuss in the next section, you can use
this diagram to visually locate each connector and header we describe.

All connectors, headers and switches mentioned here will depend upon your system configuration. Some
features you may (or may not) have and need to connect or configure depending on the peripheral. If your
system doesn't have such add-on cards or switches you can ignore some special feature connectors.

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Figure 2-5. All Connectors and Headers for the SE6

First, Let’s look at the headers that the SE6 uses, and what their functions are.

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damaged by overheating. To keep the

(1) ATXPR1: ATX Power Input Connector

computer’s internal temperature steady and not
too high, connecting the chassis fan is
imperative.

Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation

(3) IR1: IR Header (Infrared)

If the power supply connectors are not properly
attached to the ATXPR1 power supply, the
power supply or add-on cards may be damaged.

Attach the connector from the power supply to
the ATXPR1 connector here. Remember you
have to push the connector from the ATX power
supply firmly into the ATXPR1 connector,
ensuring that you have a good connection.

Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation

There is a specific orientation for pins 1 through
5, attach the connector from the IR KIT or IR
device to the IR1 header (left row only). This
motherboard supports standard IR transfer rates.

Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation

(2A)/(2B)/(2C): FAN1, FAN2 & FAN3 header

(4) WOL1: Wake on LAN Header

Attach the connector from the individual CPU
fan to the header named FAN1. The connector
from the chassis fan should be attached to the
header FAN3 and the connector from the power
fan to FAN2.

You must attach the CPU fan to the processor or
your processor will work abnormally or may be

If you have a network adapter that supports this
feature, then you can connect the specific cable
from the network adapter to this header. This
feature lets you wake up your computer via
remote control through a local area network.
You may need a specific utility to control the
wake up event, such as the PCnet Magic Packet

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utility or other similar utilities.

Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation

(5) CNR Slot: Communication Network Riser
Slot

This slot is used for an optional CNR with the
main objective of reducing the baseline
implementation cost of features that are widely
used in the “Connected PC”, while also
addressing specific functional limitations of
today’s audio, modem, and LAN subsystems.

(6) SMB1 & SMB2 Header: System
Management Bus Connector

control the bus, an arbitration procedure decides
which master gets priority.

Note: Watch the pin position and the
orientation.

(7) JP3 Header (RT2 Thermistor):

This header is a thermistor connector used for
detecting the system environmental temperature.
It may also be called a system temperature
detector. You can attach one end of the two­threaded thermal cable (optional) to the JP3
header, then tape the other end of the thermal
cable onto the CPU’s heat sink. Generally
speaking, the location you tape the thermistor
should be as near the CPU chipset as possible
and avoid having it near the CPU fan.

This header is reserved for system management
bus (SM bus). The SM bus is a specific

implementation of an I

2

C bus. I2C is a multi­master bus, which means that multiple chips can
be connected to the same bus and each one can
act as a master by initiating a data transfer. If
more than one master simultaneously tries to

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(8) USB2/3 Headers: Additional USB Plugs:

These headers are used for connecting the
additional USB ports plug. You can have two
additional USB plugs affixed to the back panel

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by attaching an optional USB port expansion
cable. There are three ways to use this
additional USB port:

12 14 16 18 20

USB3

USB2

4 6 8 10

2

1 3 5 7 9

11

13 15 17 19

1. For using both two USB ports: Attach the

optional USB port expansion cable to connect
Pin 1~10 on USB2 and USB3 slot.

2. For using one USB port on CNR card: Attach

a jumper to short Pin 5 and 15, Pin 7 and 17.
The additional USB ports plug can be
attached via USB3 (Pin 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and Pin
12, 14, 16, 18, 20), but there will be only one
USB-port function available.

3. For using one USB port on AGP card: Attach

a jumper to short Pin 6 and 16, Pin 8 and 18.
The additional USB ports plug can be
attached via USB2 (Pin 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and Pin
11, 13, 15, 17, 19), but there will be only one
USB-port function available.

(9) VL1 Connector

(10) CD1: Internal CD-ROM Drive Audio
Cable Header

This header is for the internal CD-ROM drive
audio cable connection. Please check your audio
cable attached with the CD-ROM drive to see
which type of connector you have and then plug
it into this header.

(11) DIPSW: Front Side Bus Speed Setting
DIP Switch

This connector is used for inserting an optional
add-on card to enable the on board VGA to be
output to TV-Out or Flat Panel.

Its function will be unavailable if an external
AGP display card is inserted.

This switch allows you to manually setting the
front side bus speed.

DIPSW

12345678

On
Off

DIPSW Default Setting

(1) SW1-SW2 “ON”, SW3-SW4 “OFF”:

Enables you to use the CPU default value
(66/100/133MHz).

(2) SW1-SW2 “OFF”, SW8 “ON”: Enables

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you to force CPU clock to be adjusted by
SW3-SW4:

SW3-SW4 “ON”: 66MHz

SW3 “OFF”, SW4 “ON”: 100MHz

SW3-SW4 “OFF”: 133MHz

(3) SW5:

Set “ON” to use CPU Frequency Strap in
ICH register.
Set “OFF” to force CPU Frequency Strap to
safe mode. Default setting is “ON”.

(4) SW6:

Set “ON” for no reboot on 2
timeout.
Set “OFF” for reboot on 2

nd

watchdog

nd

watchdog

timeout. Default setting is “OFF”.

(5) SW7:

To disable the on board AC’97 Codec
(Reserved). Default setting is “OFF”.

(6) SW8:

Set “ON” to None SoftMenu.
Set “OFF” to SoftMenu.

(12) CCMOS: CMOS Discharge Jumper

Note: Before you clear the CMOS, you have
to first turn the power off (including the +5V
standby power). Otherwise, your system may
work abnormally or malfunction.

(13) AGP & AIMM (AGP Inline Memory
Module) Slot

This function is used for installing an AGP
Inline Memory Module (optional model RM-04).
This is an optional feature to improve the on
board VGA by enhancing the 3D performance.

Note: Watch the pin position and the
orientation.

For enhancing the graphic performance, you can
apply an optional VGA card on this slot. Note
that the function of the built-in VGA graphic
will be disabled if this slot is inserted with an
add-on VGA card.

The jumper CCMOS discharges CMOS
memory. When you install the motherboard,
make sure this jumper is set for normal
operation (pin 1 and 2 shorted). See figure 2-6.

Figure 2-6. CCMOS jumper setting

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(14) PN1 and PN2 Headers

Installing the Motherboard 2-9

PN1 and PN2 are for switches and indicators of
the chassis’ front panel. There are several
functions that come from these two headers.
You have to watch the pin position and the
orientation, or you may cause system
malfunctions. Figure 2-7 shows you the
functions of PN1 and PN2.

Figure 2-7. The definition of PN1 and PN2
pins

PN1 (Pin 1-2-3-4-5): Power LED Headers

There is a specific orientation for pins 1 through

3. Insert the three-threaded power LED cable to
pins 1~3. Check to make sure the correct pins
go to the correct connectors on the motherboard.
If you install them in the wrong direction, the
power LED light will not illuminate correctly.

Note: Watch the power LED pin position and
orientation.

PN1 (Pin 7 - 8): HDD LED Header

Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
HDD LED to this header. If you install it in the
wrong direction, the LED light will not
illuminate correctly.

Note: Watch the HDD LED pin position and the
orientation.

PN1 (Pin 10 - 11): Power on Switch Header

Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
power switch to this header.

PN1 (Pin 13-14): Hardware Suspend Switch
(SMI Switch) Header

Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
suspend switch (if there is one) to this header.
Use this switch to enable/disable the power
management function through hardware.

PN2 (Pin 1-2): Hardware Reset Switch
Header

Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
reset switch to this header. Press and hold the
reset button for at least one second to reset the
system.

PN2 (Pin 4-5-6-7): Speaker Header

Attach the cable from the system speaker to this
header.

PN2 (Pin 9-10): Suspend LED Header

Insert the two-threaded suspend LED cable into
pin 9 and pin 10. If you install it in the wrong
direction, the LED light will not illuminate
correctly.

Note: Watch the Suspend LED pin position
and the orientation.

Table 2-2. PN1 and PN2 pin count name list

PIN Name Significance of signal

PN1

PIN 1 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 2 No connection
PIN 3 Power LED (-)
PIN 4 Keyboard inhibit Signal
PIN 5 Ground
PIN 6 No connection
PIN 7 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 8 HDD LED (-)
PIN 9 No connection
PIN 10 5VSB
PIN 11 Power On/Off
PIN 12 No connection
PIN 13 Ground
PIN 14 Suspend signal

PN2

PIN 1 Ground
PIN 2 Reset input
PIN 3 No connection
PIN 4 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 5 Ground
PIN 6 Ground
PIN 7 Speaker Signal

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PIN 8 No connection
PIN 9 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 10 Suspend LED (-)
PIN 11 No connection
PIN 12 No connection
PIN 13 No connection
PIN 14 No connection

Now let’s see the I/O connectors that the SE6
uses, and what their functions are.

(15) S1: Chassis Intrusion Header

This header is for the connection of chassis
intrusion detection.

drive used in Japanese computer systems).

A floppy disk drive ribbon cable has 34 wires
and two connectors to provide the connection of
two floppy disk drives. After connecting the
single end to the FDC1, connect the two
connectors on the other end to the floppy disk
drives. In general, people only install one floppy
disk drive on their computer system. The
connector attached to the longer length of
ribbon should be attached to the motherboard
connector.

Note: A red mark on a wire typically
designates the location of pin 1. You need to
align pin 1 of the wire to pin 1 of the FDC1
connector and then insert.

(17) IDE1 and IDE2 Connectors

(16) FDC1 Connector

This 34-pin connector is called the “

drive connector

”. You can connect a 360K,

floppy disk

5.25”, 1.2M, 5.25”, 720K, 3.5’’, 1.44M, 3.5” or

2.88M, 3.5” floppy disk drive. You can even
connect a 3 Mode floppy disk drive (a 3 1/2”

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An IDE hard disk drive ribbon cable has 40
wires and two connectors to provide a
connection for two IDE hard disk drives. After
connecting the single end to the IDE1 (or IDE2),
connect the two connectors on the other end to
the IDE hard disk drives (or CD-ROM drive,
LS-120, etc.). Again the connector attached to
the longer ribbon length should be attached to
the motherboard.

Before you install a hard disk, there are some
things you need to be aware of:

“Primary” refers to the first connector on the

♦

motherboard; that is, the IDE1 connector on
the motherboard.

“Secondary” refers to the second connector

♦

on the motherboard; that is, the IDE2
connector on the motherboard.

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Two hard disks can be connected to each

♦

connector:
The first HDD is referred to as the “Master”
and the second HDD is referred to as the
“Slave”.

For performance issues, we strongly suggest

♦

not to install CD-ROM drive on the same
IDE channel as a hard disk, or the system
performance on this channel may drop (for
how much is depending on your CD-ROM
drive performance).

Note: The Master or Slave status of the hard
disk is set on the hard disk itself. Please
refer to the hard disk drive user’s manual.

Note: A red mark on a wire typically
designates the location of pin 1. You need to
align the wire pin 1 to the IDE connector pin
1, then insert the wire connector into the
IDE connector.

How to install the Ultra ATA/66 Cable
Assembly:

Figure 2-8. How to connect an ATA/66 cable
to the Motherboard

'

The BLUE connector MUST be plugged into
the motherboard or your system will not
work.

'

Each connector on the Ultra ATA/66 cable
assembly has a small polarization tab
centrally located on the body of the plastic.
This fits into the matching slot on the mating
plugs on the motherboard and the drives, thus
assuring positive mating (pin #1 to pin #1)

'

The red line on the cable should be aligned
with pin #1. On the drives this will result in
the red line facing the power connector.
Attach the BLUE connector to the

appropriate 40-pin IDE plug on the
motherboard.

'

Attach the BLACK connector to the mating
plug on the master hard drive. Attach the
GREY connector to the mating plug on the
slave drive (secondary hard drive, CD-ROM,
or tape drive). Please refer figure 2-8.

Figure 2-9. SE6 back panel connectors

Figure 2-9 shows the SE6 back panel connectors.
These connectors are for connection to outside
devices to the motherboard. We will describe
which devices will attach to these connectors
below.

(18) KM1 Lower: PS/2 Keyboard Connector

Attach a PS/2 keyboard connector to this 6-pin
Din-connector. If you use an AT keyboard, you
can go to a computer store to purchase an AT to
ATX converter adapter. You can then connect
your AT keyboard to this connector. We suggest
you use a PS/2 keyboard for best compatibility.

(19) KM1 Upper: PS/2 Mouse Connector

Attach a PS/2 mouse to this 6-pin Din­connector.

(20) USB Port Connectors

This motherboard provides two USB ports.
Attach the USB connector from the individual
device to these connectors.

You can attach USB devices such as a scanner,
digital speakers, monitor, mouse, keyboard, hub,
digital camera, joystick etc. to one of each of the
USB connectors. You must make sure your
operating system supports this feature and you
may need to install an additional driver for
individual devices. Please refer to your device
user’s manual for detailed information.

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(21) Serial Port COM1 Connector

This motherboard provides two COM ports.

You can connect an external modem, mouse or
other devices that support this communication
protocol to this connector.

You can decide which external device you want
to connect to COM1. The COM port can only
have one device connected at a time.

(22) Parallel Port Connector

This parallel port is also called an “LPT” port
because it usually connects to the printer. You
can connect other devices that support this
communication protocol, like an EPP/ECP
scanner, etc.

(23) Line Out, Line In and Mic In Connector

Line Out connector: You can connect an

external stereo speaker signal input plug to this
connector, or you can connect the plug from
here to the stereo audio equipment AUX signal
input socket. Remember, the motherboard does
not have a built in amplifier to drive the speaker,
so you must use a speaker that has a built in
amplifier, or you may not hear any sound or
only a small volume of sound from the speaker.

Line In Connector: You can connect the TV
adapter audio output signal, or external audio
sources, like a CD walkman, video camcorder,
VHS recorder audio output signal plug to this
connector. Your audio software can control the
input level for the line-in signal.

Mic In Connector: You can connect the plug
from the microphone to this connector. Do not
connect other audio (or signal) sources to this
connector.

(25) COM2 Header

You can have one additional COM2 plugs
affixed to the back panel by attaching an
expansion cable that comes with the
motherboard. Please align the red line of the
cable to the pin 1 of COM2 header.

(24) MIDI/GAME Port Connector

You can connect your joystick, game pad, or
other simulation hardware device DIN 15-pin
plugs to this connector. Please refer to the
further connection notes of the device’s user's
manual for further detailed information.

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BIOS Setup 3-1

Chapter 3. Introducing the BIOS

The BIOS is a program located on a Flash Memory chip on the motherboard. This program will not be
lost when you turn the computer off. This program is also referred to as the boot program. It is the only
channel the hardware circuit has to communicate with the operating system. Its main function is to
manage the setup of the motherboard and interface card parameters, including simple parameters such as
time, date, hard disk drive, as well as more complex parameters such as hardware synchronization, device
operating mode, CPU SOFT MENU
normally, or will operate at its best, only if all of these parameters are correctly configured through the
BIOS.

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Don’t change the parameters inside the BIOS unless you fully understand their meanings
and consequences

The parameters inside the BIOS are used to setup the hardware synchronization or the device­operating mode. If the parameters are not correct, they will produce errors, the computer will crash,
and sometimes you will not even be able to boot the computer after it has crashed. We recommend
that you do not change the parameters inside the BIOS unless you are very familiar with them. If you
are not able to boot your computer anymore, please refer to the section “Erase CMOS data” in
Chapter 2.

When you start the computer, the BIOS program controls it. The BIOS first operates an auto-diagnostic
test called POST (Power On Self Test) for all of the necessary hardware. It then configures the parameters
of the hardware synchronization, and detects all of the hardware. Only when these tasks are completed
does it give up control of the computer to the next level, which is the operating system (OS). Since the
BIOS is the only channel for hardware and software to communicate, it is the key factor for system
stability, and in ensuring that your system performs at its best. After the BIOS has achieved the auto­diagnostic and auto-detection operations, it will display the following message:

The message will be displayed for three to five seconds, if you press the <Del> key, you will access the
BIOS Setup menu. At that moment, the BIOS will display the following screen:

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III features and setup of CPU speed. The computer will operate

PRESS DEL TO ENTER SETUP

Figure 3-1. CMOS Setup Utility

In the BIOS Setup main menu of Figure 3-1, you can see several options. We will explain these options
step by step in the following pages of this chapter, but let us first see a short description of the function
keys you may use here:

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!

Press Esc to quit the BIOS Setup.

!

!

!

↑↑↑↑ ↓↓↓↓ ←←←← →→→→

Press
confirm or to modify.

Press F10 when you have completed the setup of BIOS parameters to save these parameters and to exit
the BIOS Setup menu.

Press Page Up/Page Down or +/- keys when you want to modify the BIOS parameters for the active
option.

Maybe you have heard somebody saying that his or her CMOS DATA was lost. What is the CMOS? Is
it important? The CMOS is the memory used to store the BIOS parameters that you have configured.
This memory is passive. You can read its data, and you can also store data in it. But this memory has
to be powered by a battery in order to avoid any loss of its data when the computer is turned off. Since
you may have to change the CMOS battery when it is out of power, and if doing so you will lose all
CMOS data, we recommend that you write down all the parameters of your hardware, or to put a
label with these parameters on your hard disk.

(up, down, left, right) to choose, in the main menu, the option you want to

Computer Knowledge: CMOS Data

3-1. CPU Setup [SOFT MENU™ III]

The CPU can be setup through a programmable switch (CPU SOFT MENU™ III) that replaces the
traditional manual hardware configuration. This feature allows the user to more easily complete the
installation procedures. You can install the CPU without configuring any jumpers or switches. The CPU
must be setup according to its specifications.

You can press <F1> at any time for help.

Figure 3-2. CPU SOFT MENU™ III

CPU Name Is:

Intel Celeron MMX, Intel Pentium III MMX, VIA Cyrix III.

CPU Operating Speed:

This option sets the CPU speed. In this field, the CPU speed is indicated like this: CPU speed = External
clock x Multiplier factor, select the CPU speed according the type and the speed of your CPU. For Intel

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Pentium® III and Celeron™ MMX processors, you can choose the following settings:

➤

300 (66)

➤

500 (66)

➤

600 (66)

➤

667 (133)

➤

800 (133)

➤➤➤➤

User Define

The wrong settings of the multiplier and external clock in certain circumstances may cause CPU
damage. Setting the working frequency higher than the PCI chipset or processor specs, may cause
abnormal memory module functioning, system hangs, hard disk drive data lose, abnormal functioning
of the VGA card, or abnormal functioning with other add-on cards. Using non-specification settings
for your CPU is not the intention of this explanation. These should be used for engineering testing, not
for normal applications.

If you use non-specification settings for normal operation, your system may not be stable, and may
effect system reliability. Also, we do not guarantee the stability and compatibility for settings that are
not within specification, and any damage of any elements on the motherboard or peripherals, is not
our responsibility.

External Clock:

After choosing the “CPU Operating Speed” option as “Use Define”, you can choose the figure of
external clock from 50~250MHz.

Note: The CPU bus speed above 66MHz/100MHz/133MHz is supported but not guaranteed due to the
PCI and chipset limitation.

➤

333 (66)

➤

500 (100)➤533 (66)

➤

600 (100)➤600 (133)➤633 (66)

➤

700 (66)

➤

850 (100)➤866 (133)➤933 (133)➤1G

➤

366 (66)

➤

700 (100)➤733 (133)➤750 (100)➤800 (100)

&&&&

&&&&

&&&&&&&&

Warning

➤

400 (66) ➤433 (66)

➤

533 (133)➤550 (100)➤566 (66)

&&&&

&&&&

&&&&&&&&

➤

466(66)

➤

650 (100)➤667 (66)

➤

User Define

FSB Rate (CPU:SDRAM:PCI):

2:3:1

3:3:1 ) 4:3:1 ) 4:4:1

You can choose the ratio among
from 50~96MHz), or

4:3:1 ) 4:4:1

Take the external clock of 66MHz for example:

If you choose the FSB ratio of 2:3:1, the figure of CPU:SDRAM:PCI will be all divided by 2, that is:
CPU = 66 x 2/2 = 66MHz, SDRAM = 66 x 3/2

And if you choose the FSB ratio of 4:3:1, the figure of CPU:SDRAM:PCI will be all divided by 4, that is:
CPU = 66 x 4/4 = 66MHz, SDRAM = 66 x 3/4

Note: An improper setting might cause the system unstable or even fail, please proceed with care.

Multiplier Factor:

You can choose from the following multiplier factors: 2.0 ) 2.5 ) 3.0 ) 3.5 ) 4.0 ) 4.5 ) 5.0

5.5 ) 6.0 ) 6.5 ) 7.0 ) 7.5 ) 8.0 ) 8.5 ) 9.0 ) 9.5 ) 10.0 ) 10.5 ) 11.0 ) 11.5 ) 12.0 (The
Coppermine CPU does not support the multiplier factors of 2.0 and 2.5)

Note: According to Celeron
will have the multiplier factor locked and the signal disabled. In this situation, there is no way to
choose a higher multiplier factor.

3:3:1

4:3:1 ) 4:4:1

(within the range of external clock from 140~250MHz).

)

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)

(within the range of external clock from 97~140MHz), or

= 100MHz, PCI = 66 x 1/2 = 33MHz.

= 50MHz, PCI = 66 x 1/4 = 17MHz.

PPGA MMX processor types, some Celeron™ PPGA MMX processors

(within the range of external clock

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System Memory Frequency:

You can select the operating frequency for the main system memory. There are three options available:
100MHz, 133MHz, and Auto. The default setting is 100MHz.

Speed Error Hold:

The default setting is “Disabled”. If you change the setting to “Enabled” when the CPU speed setting is
wrong, the system will hold.

Normally, we do not recommend that you use the “User Define” option to setup CPU speed and
multiplier factors. This option is for setup of future CPUs whose specifications are still unknown. The
specifications of all present CPUs are included in the default settings. Unless you are very familiar with
all CPU parameters, it is very easy to make mistakes when you define the external clock and the
multiplier factor by yourself.

Solution in case of booting problem due to invalid clock setup:

Normally, if the CPU clock setup is wrong, you will not be able to boot. In this case, turn the system off
then on again. The CPU will automatically use its standard parameters to boot. You can then enter the
BIOS Setup again and set up the CPU clock. If you can’t enter the BIOS setup, you must try turning the
system on a few times (3~4 times) or press “INSERT” when turning on, and the system will
automatically use its standard parameters to boot. You can then enter BIOS SETUP again and set up the
new parameters.

When you change your CPU:

This motherboard has been designed in such a way that you can turn the system on after having inserted a
CPU in the socket without having to configure any jumpers or DIP switches. If you change your CPU,
normally you just have to turn off the power supply, change the CPU and then set up the CPU parameters
through SOFT MENU

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III. However, if the new CPU is slower than the old one (and is the same brand

and type), we offer you two methods to successfully complete the CPU change operation.

Method 1: Setup up the CPU for the lowest speed for its brand. Turn the power supply off and change the
CPU. Then turn the system on again, and set up the CPU parameters through SOFT MENU

™

III.

Method 2: Since you have to open the computer case when you change the CPU, it could be a good idea

to use the CCMOS jumper to erase the parameters of the original CPU and to enter BIOS Setup to set up
CPU parameters again.

Attention: After setting up the parameters and leaving the BIOS SETUP, and having verified that the
system can be booted, do not press the Reset button or turn off the power supply. Otherwise the BIOS
will not read correctly, the parameters will fail and you must enter SOFT MENU™ III again to set up
the parameters all over again.

CPU Power Supply:

This option allows you to switch between CPU default and user-defined voltages.

➤➤➤➤

CPU Default: The system will detect the CPU type and select the proper voltage automatically. When
it is enabled, the option “Core Voltage” will show the current voltage setting that is defined by the CPU
and this will not be changeable. We recommend using this CPU default setting and not changing it unless
the current CPU type and voltage setting can not be detected or is not correct.

➤➤➤➤

User Define: This option lets the user select the voltage manually. You can change values of the “Core
Voltage” option lists by using the Page Up and Page Down keys.

In-Order Queue Depth

Two options are available: 1 and 4. This item lets you set cache buffer for CPU data processing. If you
are not well acquainted with this item setting, please leave it on the default setting (4).

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3-2. Standard CMOS Features Setup Menu

This section contains the basic configuration parameters of the BIOS. These parameters include date,
hour, VGA card, FDD and HDD settings.

Figure 3-3. Standard CMOS Setup Screen Shot

Date (mm:dd:yy):

You can set the date in this item: month (mm), date (dd) and year (yy).

Time (hh:mm:ss):

You can set the time in this item: hour (hh), minute (mm) and second (ss).

IDE Primary Master / Slave and IDE Secondary Master / Slave:

These items have a sub-menu to let you choose further options. You can refer to figure 3-4 to check what
options are available.

Figure 3-4. IDE Primary Master Setup Screen Shot

IDE HDD Auto-Detection:

Press the
If auto detection is successful, the correct values will be shown in the remaining items of this menu.

<Enter>

key for the BIOS to auto detect all detailed parameters of the hard disk drives (HDD).

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Note 1: A new IDE HDD must be first formatted, otherwise it can not read/write. The basic step in

using a HDD is to make a HDD low-level format, then run FDISK, and then FORMAT the drive.
Most current HDDs have already been subjected to low-level format at the factory, so you can
probably skip this operation. Remember though, the primary IDE HDD must have its partition set to
active within the FDISK procedure.

Note 2: If you are using an old HDD that is already formatted, auto detection can not detect the
correct parameters. You may need to do a low-level format or set the parameters manually, and then
check if the HDD is working.

IDE Primary Master:

Three settings are available:

Auto, Manual and None.

If you choose Auto, the BIOS will automatically
check what kind of hard disk you are using. If you want to set the HDD parameters yourself, make sure
you fully understand the meaning of the parameters, and be sure to refer to the manual provided by the
HDD manufacturer to get the settings right.

Access Mode:

Since old operating systems were only able to support HDDs with capacities no bigger than 528MB, any
hard disk with more than 528MB was unusable. AWARD BIOS features a solution to this problem: you
can, according to your operating system, choose four operating modes: NORMAL ) LBA ) LARGE

)

Auto.

The HDD auto detection option in the sub-menu will automatically detect the parameters of your hard
disk and the mode supported.

➤➤➤➤

Auto: Lets the BIOS detect your HDD access mode and make the decisions.

➤➤➤➤

Normal mode: Standard normal mode supports hard disks of up to 528MB or less. This mode
directly uses positions indicated by Cylinders (CYLS), Heads, and Sectors to access data.

➤➤➤➤

LBA (Logical Block Addressing) mode: The earlier LBA mode can support HDD capacities of up to

8.4GB, and this mode uses a different method to calculate the position of disk data to be accessed. It
translates Cylinders (CYLS), Heads and Sectors into a logical address where data is located. The
Cylinders, Heads, and Sectors displayed in this menu do not reflect the actual structure of the hard
disk. They are just reference values used to calculate actual positions. Currently, all high capacity
hard disks support this mode and that is why we recommend you use this mode. Currently, the BIOS
can support the INT 13h extension function, enabling the LBA mode to support hard disk drive
capacities exceeding 8.4GB.

➤➤➤➤

Large Mode: When the number of cylinders (CYLs) of the hard disk exceeds 1024 and DOS is not
able to support it, or if your operating system does not support LBA mode, you should select this
mode.

Capacity: This item auto displays your HDD size. Note that this size is usually slightly greater than the
size given by a disk checking program of a formatted disk.

Note: All the items below are available when you set the item “Primary IDE Master” to “Manual”.

Cylinder: When disks are placed directly above one another along the shaft, the circular vertical "slice"
consisting of all the tracks located in a particular position is called a cylinder. You can set the number of
cylinders for a HDD. The minimum number you can enter is 0, the maximum number you can enter is

65536.

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