ASRock K7VT6-C User Manual

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Published December 2004

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1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 14 System Panel Conne ctor (P ANEL1) 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 15 Chassis Speaker Connector (SPEAKER 1) 3 CPU Socket 16 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1) 4 North Bridge Controller 17 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black) 5 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR1- 2) 18 Internal Audio Connector: AUX1 (White) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 19 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2) 7 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 20 JR1 / JL1 Jumpers 8 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 21 Front Panel Audio Connector (AUDIO1) 9 AGP Slot (1.5V_AGP1) 22 PCI Slots (PCI1- 5) 10 FSB Select Jumpers 23 Game Port Connector (GAME1)

(FSB_SEL0, FSB_SEL1, FSB_SEL2) 24 Flash Memory 11 South Bridge Controller 25 Shared USB 2.0 Header (JUSB45, Blue) 12 Power LED Connector (PWR_LED1) 26 J1 Jumper (FID0, FID1, FID2, FID3, FID4) 13 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)

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1 Parallel Port 7 2 x USB 2.0 Port (USB0, USB1) 2 RJ-45 Port 8 2 x USB 2.0 Port (USB2, USB3) 3 Line In (Light Blue) 9 Serial Port: COM1 4 Line Out (Lime) 10 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple) 5 Microphone (Pink) 11 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 6 2 x Shared USB 2.0 Port (USB4, USB5)

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1.1.

IntroductionIntroduction

Introduction

1.1.

IntroductionIntroduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock K7VT6-C motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and endurance. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. More detailed information of the motherboard can be found in the user manual presented in the Support CD.

Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You may find the latest memory and CPU support lists on ASRock website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com

1.11.1

Package ContentsPackage Contents

1.1

Package Contents

1.11.1

Package ContentsPackage Contents

1 x ASRock K7VT6-C Motherboard

(ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.0-in, 30.5 cm x 17.8 cm) 1 x ASRock K7VT6-C Quick Installation Guide 1 x ASRock K7VT6-C Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor) 1 x 3.5-in Floppy Drive Ribbon Cable 1 x ASRock I/O PlusTM Shield

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SpecificationsSpecifications

1.2

Specifications

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SpecificationsSpecifications

Platform: ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.0-in, 30.5 cm x 17.8 cm CPU: Supports Socket A (462 pins) for

AMD Athlon

Chipsets: North Bridge:

VIA KT600, FSB@200 / 266 / 333 / 400 MHz

South Bridge:

VIA VT8235CE, Supports USB 2.0, ATA 133

Memory: 2 DDR DIMM Slots: DDR1 and DDR2

PC3200 (DDR400) for 1 DDR DIMM slot, Max. 1GB PC2700 (DDR333) / PC2100 (DDR266) for 2 DDR DIMM slots, Max. 2GB

IDE: IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6

IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6 Supports up to 4 IDE Devices

Floppy Port: Supports up to 2 Floppy Disk Drives Audio: 5.1 Channels AC’97 Audio LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), Supports Wake-On-LAN Hardware Monitor: CPU T emperature Sensing

Motherboard Temperature Sensing CPU Overheat Shutdown to Protect CPU Life (ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 1) CPU Fan Ta chometer Chassis Fan Tachometer Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore

PCI slots: 5 Slots with PCI Specification 2.2 AGP slot: 1 AGP Slot, Supports 1.5V, 8X/4X AGP Card (see CAUTION 2) USB 2.0: 6 USB 2.0 ports:

include 6 ready-to-use USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel, (see CAUTION 3)

ASRock I/O PlusTM: 1 PS/2 Mouse Port, 1 PS/2 Keyboard Port,

1 Serial Port: COM1, 1 Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support) 6 ready-to-use USB 2.0 Ports, 1 RJ-45 Port, Audio Jack: Line In / Line Out / Microphone

/ Athlon

XP / DuronTM/ Sempron

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BIOS: AMI legal BIOS, Supports “Plug and Play”,

ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake-Up Events, SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support, CPU Frequency Stepless Control (only for advanced users’ reference, see CAUTION 4)

OS: Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP Compliant

CAUTION!

1. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU a nd the he atsink when you install the PC syste m.

2. Do NOT use a 3.3V AGP card on the AGP slot of this motherboard! It may cause permanent damage!

3. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft® Windows XP SP1/2000 SP4. It may not work properly under Microsoft® Windows 98/ME.

4. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended to perform over clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU. The CPU host frequency of this motherboard is determined by jumper-setting. You must adjust “FSB Select Jumpers” according to the FSB of your AMD CPU before you set the “CPU Host Frequency” configuration as “Manual” in BIOS. See page 9 for the details of “FSB Select Jumpers” adjustment, and page 22 of “User Manual” in the Support CD for “CPU Host Frequency” configuration.

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InstallationInstallation

Installation

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InstallationInstallation

Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions

Pre-installation Precautions

Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle components.

3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.

4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antstatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component.

5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to the chassis, plea se do not over-tighten the screws!

Doing so may damage the motherboard.

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CPU InstallationCPU Installation

2.1

CPU Installation

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CPU InstallationCPU Installation

Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90° angle. Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that its marked corner

matches the base of the socket lever.

Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.

The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.

Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push

down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.

Step 5. Install CPU fan and heatsink. For proper installation, please kindly refer to

the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink vendors.

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Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

2.2

Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

2.22.2

Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

K7VT6-C motherboard provides two 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate) DIMM slots.

Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components.

Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the brea k

on the slot.

The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.

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Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully

snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)

2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)

2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)

There are 5 PCI slots and 1 AGP slot on K7VT6-C motherboard. PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI

interface.

AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to in stall a graphics card. The ASRock AGP slot has

a special design of clasp that can securely fasten the inserted graphics card.

Please do NOT use a 3.3V AGP card on the AGP slot of this motherboard! It may cause permanent damage! For the voltage information of your graphics card, please check with the graphics card vendors.

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power

supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

Step 2. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw

for later use.

Step 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is

completely seated on the slot.

Step 4. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

2.4 Jumpers Setup2.4 Jumpers Setup

2.4 Jumpers Setup

2.4 Jumpers Setup2.4 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.

Short Open

Jumper Setting

FSB Select Jumpers

(FSB_SEL0, FSB_SEL1, FSB_SEL2) (see p.2 item 10)

Note: The CPU FSB frequency of this motherboard is determined by jumper-setting. You must

adjust “FSB Select Jumpers” according to the FSB of your AMD CPU. Please follow the figures above to set the CPU FSB frequency.

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PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable

(see p.2 item 1) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or

USB wake up events.

Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by power

supply.

JR1 / JL1 Jumpers

(see p.2 item 20)

Note: If JR1 and JL1 Jumpers are short, both the front panel and the rear panel audio

connectors can work.

Clear CMOS Jumper

(CLRCMOS2) (see p.2 item 19)

Note: CLRCMOS2 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes system

setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short the Clear CMOS jumper f or 5 se conds. After shorting the Clear CMOS jumper, please remove the jumper cap. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do the clear-CMOS action.

J1 Jumper

(FID0, FID1, FID2, FID3, FID4) (see p.2 item 26)

2-pin jumper

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Note: The set of J1 Jumper allows users to adjust the multiplier of CPU. See page 14 of User

Manual in the Support CD for details. However, the system will work well without the adjustment of multiplier. You do not have to adjust the multiplier for normal usage.

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2.5 Connectors2.5 Connectors

2.5 Connectors

2.5 Connectors2.5 Connectors

Connectors are NOT jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps over these connectors. Placing jumper caps over the connectors will cause permanent damage of the motherboard!

Connector Figure Description

F DD Connector

(33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.2 item 16)

the red-striped side to Pin1

Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the

connector.

Primary IDE Connector (Blue) Secondary IDE Connector (Black)

(39-pin IDE1, see p.2 item 8) (39-pin IDE2, see p.2 item 7)

connect the blue end

to the motherboard

80-conductor, ATA 66/100/133 cable

connect the black end to the IDE devices

Note: If you use only one IDE device on this motherboard, please set the IDE

device as “Master”. Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details. Besides, to optimize compatibility and performance, please connect your hard disk drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and CD-ROM to the secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black).

Shared USB 2.0 Header This USB45 connector is shared

(9-pin JUSB45) with the USB 2.0 ports 4,5 on (see p.2 item 25) ASRock I/O Plus

. When using the front panel USB ports by attaching the front panel USB cable to this connector (JUSB45), the USB ports 4,5 on ASRock I/O PlusTM will not be able to function.

Internal Audio Connectors These connectors allow you to

(4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1) receive stereo audio input from (CD1: see p.2 item 17) sound sources such as a CD- (AUX1: see p.2 item 18) ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card,

CD1AUX1

or MPEG card.

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Front Panel Audio Connector This is a n interface for front panel

(9-pin AUDIO1) audio cable that allows conve- (see p.2 item 21) nient connection and control of

audio devices.

System Panel Connector This connector accommodates

(9-pin PANEL1) several system front panel (see p.2 item 14) functions.

Chassis Speaker Connector Please connect the chassis

(4-pin SPEAKER 1) speaker to this connector. (see p.2 item 15)

Chassis Fan Connector Please connect a chassis fan

(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and (see p.2 item 13) match the black wire to the

ground pin.

CPU Fan Connector Please connect a CPU fan cable

(3-pin CPU_FAN1) to this connector and match the (see p.2 item 2) black wire to the ground pin.

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ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX power

(20-pin ATXPW R1) supply to this connector. (see p.2 item 6)

Power LED Connector Please connect a 3-pin power

(3-pin PWR_LED1) LED cable to this connector. (see p.2 item12)

Game Conne ctor Connect a Game cable to this

(15-pin GAME1) connector if the Game port (see p.2 item 23) bracket is installed.

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3. BIOS Information3. BIOS Information

3. BIOS Information

3. BIOS Information3. BIOS Information

The Flash Memory on the motherboard stores BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up the computer, please press <F2> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter BIOS Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter BIOS Setup after POST, please restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or pressing the reset button on the system chassis. The BIOS Setup program is designed to be user-friendly. It is a menu-driven program, which allows you to scroll through its various sub-menus and to select among the predetermined choices. For the detailed information about BIOS Setup, please refer to the User Manual (PDF file) contained in the Support CD.

4. Software Suppor4. Software Suppor

4. Software Suppor

4. Software Suppor4. Software Suppor

This motherboard supports various Microsoft® Windows® operating systems: 98 SE/ ME / 2000 / XP. The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that will enhance motherboard features. To begin using the Support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. It will display the Main Menu automatically if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double-click on the file “ASSETUP. EXE” from the “BIN” folder in the Support CD to display the menus.

“PC-DIY Live Demo”

ASRock presents you a multimedia PC-DIY live demo, which shows you how to install your own PC system step by step. To see this demo program, you can run Microsoft® Media Player® to play the file. You can find the file in the Support CD through the following path:

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