Acer 1100 User Manual
Altos 1100 Series
User’s Guide
Document EDITION PART NUMBER DATE
History First 49.AB700.001 November 1998
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
2.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
3.
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not use this product near water.
4.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product
5.
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for
6.
ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. This product
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the
7.
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your
dealer or local power company.
This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a
8.
third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the
outlet, contact your electrician to replace the outlet. Do not defeat the
purpose of the grounding-type plug.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product
9.
where persons will walk on the cord.
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total
10.
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total
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rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15
amperes.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they
11.
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing
12.
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
13.
service personnel under the following conditions:
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
a.
If liquid has been spilled into the product
b.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water
c.
If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions
d.
are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal condition.
If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
e.
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
f.
for service
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14. Use only the proper type of power supply cord (provided in your
keyboard/manual accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable
type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SVT/SJT, rated 10A 125V minimum.
Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters).
Replace the battery with the same type as the product’s battery we
15.
recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Refer battery replacement to a qualified service technician.
The battery could explode if not handled
properly. Do not recharge, disassemble or
dispose of it in fire. Keep it away from children
and dispose of any used battery promptly.
CD-ROM Safety Warning
DANGER
INVISIBLE RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
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FCC Class B Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
1.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
2.
3.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
4.
Notice 1:
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2:
Shielded interface cables, if any, must be used in order to comply with the
emission limits.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 System Board
1.1 Features....................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Major Components ....................................................................................1-3
1.3 System Board Layout.................................................................................1-4
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors...........................................................................1-5
1.4.1 Jumper and Connector Locations ..................................................1-5
1.4.2 Jumper Settings ...............................................................................1-6
1.4.3 Connector Functions.......................................................................1-7
1.5 Front Panel Connectors .............................................................................1-9
1.6 Installing Optional Components.............................................................1-10
1.6.1 ESD Precautions............................................................................1-11
1.6.2 Pre-installation Instructions .........................................................1-11
1.6.3 Post-installation Instructions........................................................ 1-12
1.7 Installing the Pentium II Processor.........................................................1-13
1.8 Removing a Pentium II Processor...........................................................1-14
1.9 Installing the Termination Board............................................................1-16
1.10 Memory Upgrade.....................................................................................1-17
1.10.1 Memory configurations................................................................1-17
1.10.2 Installing a DIMM......................................................................... 1-18
1.10.3 Removing a DIMM .......................................................................1-18
1.10.4 Reconfiguring the System.............................................................1-19
1.11 Installing Expansion Cards .....................................................................1-20
1.11.1 Installing 32 Bit PCI Cards ...........................................................1-20
1.11.2 Installing an AGP Card.................................................................1-21
1.12 ASM Pro....................................................................................................1-22
1.13 Remote Diagnostic Management............................................................1-23
1.13.1 Installing the RDM Module.......................................................... 1-23
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1.14 Error Messages ........................................................................................ 1-24
1.14.1 Software Error Messages .............................................................1-24
1.14.2 System Error Messages ................................................................ 1-24
1.14.3 Correcting Error Conditions........................................................ 1-27
Chapter 2 BIOS Utility
2.1 Entering Setup ...........................................................................................2-1
2.2 System Information...................................................................................2-3
2.2.1 Processor .........................................................................................2-4
2.2.2 Processor Speed ..............................................................................2-5
2.2.3 Bus Frequency.................................................................................2-5
2.2.4 Internal Cache .................................................................................2-5
2.2.5 External Cache ................................................................................2-5
2.2.6 Floppy Drive A ............................................................................... 2-5
2.2.7 Floppy Drive B................................................................................2-5
2.2.8 IDE Primary Channel Master ........................................................2-6
2.2.9 IDE Primary Channel Slave ........................................................... 2-6
2.2.10 IDE Secondary Channel Master ....................................................2-6
2.2.11 IDE Secondary Channel Slave .......................................................2-6
2.2.12 Total Memory .................................................................................2-6
2.2.13 Serial Port 1 .....................................................................................2-7
2.2.14 Serial Port 2 .....................................................................................2-7
2.2.15 Parallel Port .....................................................................................2-7
2.2.16 Pointing Device ...............................................................................2-7
2.2.17 Memory Parity Mode ..................................................................... 2-7
2.2.18 Onboard USB ..................................................................................2-7
2.3 Product Information..................................................................................2-8
2.3.1 Product Name.................................................................................2-8
2.3.2 System S/N ..................................................................................... 2-8
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2.3.3 Main Board ID.................................................................................2-9
2.3.4 Main Board S/N..............................................................................2-9
2.3.5 System BIOS Version ......................................................................2-9
2.3.6 System BIOS ID...............................................................................2-9
2.3.7 BIOS Release Date...........................................................................2-9
2.4 Disk Drives...............................................................................................2-10
2.4.1 Floppy Drives................................................................................ 2-12
2.4.2 IDE Drives .....................................................................................2-12
2.5 Power Management.................................................................................2-16
2.5.1 Power Management Mode ...........................................................2-16
2.5.2 Power Switch < 4 sec. ...................................................................2-17
2.5.3 Wakeup Event ...............................................................................2-17
2.6 Startup Configuration..............................................................................2-18
2.6.1 Fast POST Mode ............................................................................2-18
2.6.2 Silent Boot......................................................................................2-19
2.6.3 Num Lock After Boot ...................................................................2-19
2.6.4 Memory Test..................................................................................2-19
2.6.5 Initialize SCSI Before IDE.............................................................2-19
2.6.6 System Boot Drive.........................................................................2-20
2.6.7 Boot From IDE CD-ROM .............................................................2-20
2.7 Advanced Configuration.........................................................................2-21
2.7.1 Onboard Devices Configuration..................................................2-22
2.7.2 PnP/PCI System Configuration...................................................2-29
2.7.3 Memory/Cache Configuration ....................................................2-33
2.7.4 CPU Speed Configuration............................................................2-35
2.7.5 System Event Configuration ........................................................2-36
2.8 System Security Setup ............................................................................. 2-39
2.8.1 Disk Drive Control........................................................................2-40
2.8.2 Setup Password.............................................................................2-41
2.8.3 Power-on Password ......................................................................2-43
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2.9 Date and Time..........................................................................................2-44
2.9.1 Date................................................................................................ 2-44
2.9.2 Time............................................................................................... 2-45
2.10 Remote Diagnostic Configuration.......................................................... 2-46
2.11 Load Setup Default Settings ................................................................... 2-48
2.12 Abort Settings Change ............................................................................ 2-49
2.13 Leaving Setup .......................................................................................... 2-49
Chapter 3 System Housing
3.1 Standalone System ..................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Features ......................................................................................................3-3
3.2.1 Front Panel......................................................................................3-3
3.2.2 Rear Panel........................................................................................3-4
3.2.3 Internal Structure............................................................................ 3-5
3.3 Opening the Housing Panels .................................................................... 3-6
3.3.1 Front Panel ...................................................................................... 3-6
3.3.2 Left Panel......................................................................................... 3-7
3.4 Installing Disk Drives................................................................................3-8
3.4.1 3.5-inch Drive .................................................................................. 3-8
3.4.2 5.25-inch Drives .............................................................................. 3-9
3.5 Installing an Expansion Board................................................................ 3-11
3.6 Hard Disk Drive Cage............................................................................. 3-13
3.6.1 Jumpers and Connectors .............................................................. 3-14
3.6.2 SCSI Backplane Board..................................................................3-15
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Index
List of Figures
1-1 System Board Layout.................................................................................1-4
1-2 System Board Jumper and Connector Locations.....................................1-5
1-3 Front Panel Connectors .............................................................................1-9
1-4 Installing a Pentium II Processor ............................................................ 1-13
1-5 Securing the Pentium II Processor..........................................................1-14
1-6 Unlocking the Module Latches ...............................................................1-14
1-7 Removing the Pentium II Processor .......................................................1-15
1-8 Installing the Termination Board............................................................1-16
1-9 Installing a DIMM....................................................................................1-18
1-10 Removing a DIMM..................................................................................1-19
1-11 Installing a PCI Card................................................................................1-20
1-12 Installing an AGP Card ...........................................................................1-21
1-13 Installing the RDM Module.....................................................................1-23
List of Tables
1-1 System Board Jumper Settings..................................................................1-6
1-2 Connector Functions..................................................................................1-7
1-3 Memory Configurations ..........................................................................1-17
1-4 System Error Messages............................................................................1-25
2-1 Parallel Port Operation Mode Settings...................................................2-27
2-2 Drive Control Settings .............................................................................2-40
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About This Manual
This user’s guide aims to give you the information you need to operate the system
properly and tells you how to install internal components.
Manual Structure
This user’s guide consists of three chapters.
Chapter 1 System Board
This chapter describes the system board and all its major components. It contains
information about the system board layout, jumper and connector locations,
jumper settings, connector functions, and information on installing optional
components. At the end of the chapter you will find an explanation of error
messages and corresponding corrective measures.
Chapter 2 BIOS Utility
This chapter gives information about the system BIOS and tells how to configure
the system by setting the BIOS parameters.
Chapter 3 System Housing
This chapter describes the features of the IDM housing and tells you how to
install the basic system components such as disk drives, a system board, or
expansion boards. It also describes the IDM BPL3 wide SCSI backplane
subsystem, which consists of a backplane board and drive trays that support
wide SCSI hard disk drives.
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
, ,
Represents the actual keys that you
have to press on the keyboard.
NOTE
Gives bits and pieces of additional
information related to the current
topic.
WARNING
Alerts you to any danger that might
result from doing or not doing
specific actions.
CAUTION
Suggests precautionary measures to
avoid potential hardware or
software problems.
IMPORTANT
Reminds you to take specific action
relevant to the accomplishment of
the procedure at hand.
TIP
Tells how to accomplish a procedure
with minimum steps through little
shortcuts.
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Chapter 1 System Board
1.1 Features
The Altos 1100 system board is a dual-processor system board built on an ATX
baseboard using two Intel Pentium
MHz. It is integrated with the Intel 440BX system controller, which consists of the
PCI/AGP controller and the PCI/ISA IDE accelerator (PIIX4).
The PCI/AGP controller host bus interface supports Pentium II processors with
100 MHz bus frequency. It also provides a 72-bit DRAM controller that supports
registered PC100 ECC synchronous DRAM DIMMs. The PCI/AGP controller
introduces a new technology, which is the Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
interface. Supporting up to 133 MHz data transfer rate, the AGP interface boosts
graphics performance.
The PIIX4 is a multifunctional PCI device controller implementing system
functions including PCI IDE, and universal serial bus (USB) host/hub. It also
supports Ultra DMA/33 synchronous DMA-compatible devices.
II processors running at 400/100, or 450/100
The four DIMM sockets on board allow memory upgrade to a maximum of 1024
MB and supports 72-bit DRAM using registered PC100 ECC synchronous
DIMMs.
The system board also provides two USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors, and
other standard features such as two UART NS16C550 serial ports, one enhanced
parallel port with Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP)/Extended Capabilities Port (ECP)
feature, a diskette drive interface, and two embedded Enhanced IDE interfaces.
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The system board supports two manageability features: Advanced Server
Manager (ASM) Pro and Remote Diagnostic Manager (RDM). ASM Pro detects
problems in:
• CPU thermal condition
• CPU working voltage detection (±12V/±5V/3.3V/1.5V)
• PCI bus utilization calculation
It also detects if the CPU fan or the chassis fan malfunctions. RDM allows
execution of the RDM diagnostic program from a remote RDM station to fix
detected problems or to reboot the system.
ASM Pro provides online manageability, while RDM provides offline
manageability.
Refer to the ASM Pro User's Guide and the RDM User's Guide for more
information.
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1.2 Major Components
The system board has the following major components:
• Supports dual Intel Pentium
• Four DIMM sockets that accept 128 and 256 MB DIMMs with a maximum of
1024 MB system memory
• Two ISA, four PCI, and one AGP bus slots (one PCI and ISA shared slot)
• 512-KB Flash ROM for system BIOS
• 512-KB pipelined-burst second-level cache built-in Pentium II CPU
• System clock/calendar with battery backup
• I/O APIC device that provides support for SMP interrupts
• Integrates an enhanced PCI local bus IDE controller
• Intel 440BX chipset that supports AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) and Ultra
DMA/33 functions
• RDM daughter board
• EIDE and diskette drive interfaces
• Auxiliary power connector for 280W SPS
• Super I/O, memory, and Advanced Server Management (ASM) controller
chipsets
• External ports:
II processors
• USB connector • PS/2-compatible keyboard
port
• RJ-45 jack • PS/2-compatible mouse port
• Parallel port • Serial port 1 and 2
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1.3 System Board Layout
1
2
1
Figure 1-1 shows the system board components.
22
24
25
26
28
27
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Figure 1-1 System Board Layout
23
13
2
11
14
21
0
18
19
17
16
5
1 Mouse port
2 Keyboard port
3 USB ports
4 Serial port 2
5 Parallel port
6 Serial port 1
7 RJ-45
8 CPU slots
9 Intel 82558B
chipset
10 PCI slots
11 ISA slots
12 AGP slot
13 IOAPIC*
14 Super I/O controller
15 Reserved
16 System BIOS
17 CMOS Battery
18 RDM connectors
19 Intel 82371EB (PIIX4)
20 EIDE connector 1 (primary)
21 EIDE connector 2 (secondary)
22 FDD connector
23 Failed HDD LED signal
connector
24 Regulator
*I/O Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller
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25 DIMM sockets
26 Power connector
(Auxiliary)
37 Power connector
28 440BX chipset
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors
This section describes the jumper and connector locations and settings.
1.4.1 Jumper and Connector Locations
Figure 1-2 shows the jumper and connector locations on the system board.
Figure 1-2 System Board Jumper and Connector Locations
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Jumpers are prefixed “JP”. Connectors are
prefixed “CN”. The blackened pin of a
jumper or connector represents pin 1.
1.4.2 Jumper Settings
Table 1-1 lists the system board jumpers with their corresponding settings and
functions.
Table 1-1 System Board Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Function
JP4 1-2/4-5
JP5 1-2*
BIOS Logo Select
JP6 1-2*
Password Security
JP7 1-2
Sound Output
JP8 1-2*
* Default
2-3/5-6*
2-3
2-3
2-3*
2-3
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
Acer
None
Check password
Bypass password
Buzzer
Speaker
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1.4.3 Connector Functions
Table 1-2 lists the different connectors on the system board and their respective
functions.
Table 1-2 Connector Functions
Connector Function
CN2 280-watt SPP control connector
CN3 Power core connector
CN4 PS/2 mouse (above) / keyboard (below) connectors
CN7 Power core connector (Auxiliary)
CN8 USB connectors
CN9 CPU2 Fan Connector
CN10 CPU2 Temperature connector
CN11 COM2 (lower left), COM1 (lower right), and Parallel port (above)
CN12 HDD Fail LED signal connector
CN13 Housing fan 1
CN14 RJ45 LAN socket
CN15 Housing fan 2
CN16 CPU1 Temperature connector
CN19 FDD connector
CN20 CPU1 Fan connector
CN21 Secondary IDE connector
CN22 Primary IDE connector
CN23 Housing fan 3
CN24 Reserved
CN25 Housing fan 4
CN26 Reserved
CN27 Power LED connector
CN28 Reserved
CN29 Housing HDD LED connector
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Table 1-2 Connector Functions (continued)
Connector Function
CN30 RDM connector
CN31 Reserved
CN32 Reserved
CN33 RDM connector
CN34 External Speaker connector
CN35 Reserved
CN36 Power switch
CN37 Chassis Intrusion switch connector
CN38 RDM LED connector
CN39 External HDD LED connector
CN40 External HDD LED connector
CN42 Reserved
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1.5 Front Panel Connectors
The following figure shows the pin orientation of the front-panel connectors.
Figure 1-3 Front Panel Connectors
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1.6 Installing Optional Components
Before you install any system component, please read the following sections.
These sections contain important ESD precautions, pre- and post-installation
instructions.
Turn off the system power and unplug the
power cord and all peripherals before
opening the system or connecting or
removing any peripheral device. Always turn
on any external peripheral device before you
turn on the system.
To avoid damaging the system, do not open
the housing for service or upgrades, unless
you are a qualified technician.
When you power off the system, the RDM
module still receives direct current so that it
can check the system's status. Be sure to
unplug the power cord before you install or
remove the RDM module.
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1.6.1 ESD Precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives, expansion
boards, and other components. Always observe the following precautions before
you install a system component.
Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are
1.
ready to install it.
Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the system unit
2.
before handling components. If a wrist strap is not available, maintain
contact with the system chassis throughout any procedure requiring ESD
protection.
1.6.2 Pre-installation Instructions
Always observe the following before you install a system component:
1.
Turn off the system power and all the peripherals connected to the unit before
opening it.
Open the system according to the instructions in Chapter 4, System Housing.
2.
Follow the ESD precautions in section 1.5.1 before handling a system
3.
component.
Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that block access to components
4.
you are installing.
See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you wish
5.
to install.
Do not attempt the procedures described in
the following sections unless you are a
qualified service technician.
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1.6.3 Post-installation Instructions
Observe the following procedures after installing a system component:
1. Check that the components are installed according to the instructions in their
respective sections.
2. Make sure you have set all the required jumpers. See section 1.4.2 for the
correct jumper settings.
3. Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed earlier.
4. Replace the system cover.
Connect the necessary cables and turn on the system.
5.
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1.7 Installing the Pentium II Processor
Follow these steps to install a Pentium II processor into the socket on the CPU
board.
The edge connector of the Pentium II module
is slotted so that it only fits in one direction.
Make sure the module groove matches the
one on the processor socket.
1. Press the processor module down until the edge connector snugly fits into the
socket.
Figure 1-4 Installing a Pentium II Processor
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2. Press the latches on the sides to lock the processor module into place.
Figure 1-5 Securing the Pentium II Processor
1.8 Removing a Pentium II Processor
Follow these steps to remove the Pentium II CPU module from the slot.
1.
Unlock the latches that secure the processor module.
Figure 1-6 Unlocking the Module Latches
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2. Firmly hold the processor module and pull it out of the socket.
Figure 1-7 Removing the Pentium II Processor
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1.9 Installing the Termination Board
When you use only one CPU, you must have a termination board installed in the
empty slot.
Follow these steps to install the termination board:
1.
Position the termination board over the empty slot.
Carefully insert the golden fingers of the termination board into the slot until
2.
the board fits completely.
Figure 1-8 Installing the Termination Board
The termination board is pre-installed at the
factory for uniprocessor configurations.
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