Iwill VD100 VD100 User Manual

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About This Manual

This manual will introduce to the user how this product is installed. All useful information will be described in later chapters. Keep this manual for future upgrades or system configuration changes.

Chapter 0 Overview

An overview of some special and basic features of the VD100 motherboard

Chapter 1 Features

The detailed features and specifications of the VD100 motherboard

Chapter 2 Quick Installation

The quick reference for experienced users

Chapter 3 Hardware Installation

The detailed information on jumper setting, connection, and hardware installation

Chapter 4 System BIOS Setup

The detailed information of the system BIOS setup options

Chapter 5 Software and Tools

The detailed information for installing software and tools

This manual contains information protected by copyright law. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be used or reproduced in any form or by any means, or stored in a database or retrieval system without prior written permission from IWILL Corporation.

This manual is subject to change without notice.

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Intel / Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. IWILL and IWILL logo are trademarks of IWILL Corp. Sound Blaster is a registered trademark of Creative Technology Ltd. Sound Blaster-LINK and SB-LINK are trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd. All other product names are trademarks and registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Warning

Most of the features of this product have passed strict verification tests, and are subject to change at any time without prior notice. If any malfunction occurs due to the future technical changes made by the respective component manufacturers, IWILL assumes no responsibility or liability for it.

Contents

CHAPTER 0.................................................................................................5

OVERVIEW.................................................................................................5

CHAPTER 1.................................................................................................7

FEATURES...................................................................................................7

1.1 FEATURES ..............................................................................................7

1.2 ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS...............................................................9

1.3 MOTHERBOARD COMPONENTS PLACEMENT...........................................10

1.4 BACK PANEL CONNECTOR .................................................................... 12

1.5 FORM FACTOR...................................................................................... 13

CHAPTER 2...............................................................................................15

QUICK INSTALLATION..........................................................................15

CHAPTER 3...............................................................................................19

HARDWARE INSTALLATION ................................................................19

3.1 PREPARATION AND INSPECTION .............................................................19

3.2 UNPACK THE VD100.............................................................................19

3.3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ...................................................................20

CHAPTER 4...............................................................................................29

SYSTEM BIOS SETUP..............................................................................29

4.1 INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................29

4.2 MAIN MENU.........................................................................................30

4.3 STANDARD CMOS SETUP ............................................................... 31

4.4 BIOS FEATURES SETUP...................................................................34

4.5 CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP ............................................................ 37

4.6 POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP......................................................39

4.7 PNP/ PCI CONFIGURATION .............................................................44

4.8 INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS .......................................................... 46

4.9 LOAD SETUP DEFAULTS.................................................................50

4.10 IWILL SMART SETTING.................................................................50

4.11 SUPERVISOR / USER PASSWORD SETTING.................................52

4.12 IDE HDD AUTODETECTION..........................................................52

4.13 SAVE & EXIT SETUP.......................................................................52

4.14 EXIT WITHOUT SAVING................................................................52

CHAPTER 5...............................................................................................53

SOFTWARE AND TOOLS........................................................................53

5.1 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION.....................................................................53

5.2 HOW TO MAKE DRIVER DISKETTE WITHOUT O.S. INSTALLED...................53

5.3 CPU FREQUENCY SELECTION BY BIOS..................................................54

5.4 VIEW DETAILED MANUAL.....................................................................55

5.5 INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEMS.........................................................55

5.6 INSTALLING THE SUSPEND TO DISK UTILITY ON YOUR VD100 MB .........57

5.7 IWILL SCSI SERIES .............................................................................61

Chapter 0

Overview

Thank you for purchasing the IWILL VD100 motherboard. This operation manual will instruct you how to configure and install the system properly. It contains an overview about the engineering design and features of this product. Also, this manual provides useful information for later upgrades or configuration changes. Keep this for your future reference.

VD100 FEATURES

The VD100 is the newest, most exciting motherboard in the market today. A step ahead of the competition, the VD100 provides more power, convenience, and reliability for users. The VD100 has more speed, and is great for better, fast computer graphics. The VD100 has our special IWILL Smart Setting—an easy way to set your CPU frequency—and also more versatile power-on functions, all for your convenience. Furthermore, the VD100 has several power-saving modes to reduce energy waste. All of these features are compacted in a dynamic motherboard that has the stability you require in a powerful motherboard. Special features of the VD100 include:

l IWILL Smart Setting—allows easy setting of your CPU frequency, no jumpers

required!

l Versatile Power-On—you can power-on the system using a hot key, password, LAN,

or modem

l Power Management Setup—allows you to set Doze, Standby, and Suspend modes l Power Failure Recovery—after a power failure, the system will automatically turn on

again once the power returns

The VD100 also includes some basic features, such as: 1 x Slot 1 for Pentium® III/II/Celeron, VIA Apollo Pro Plus chipset, 4 x DIMM slots, 5 x PCI slots, 1 x FDC floppy disk connector, 2 x IDE connectors, 2 x USB ports, 1 x PS/2 mouse, 1 x PS/2 keyboard ports, one parallel port, two serial ports, ATX power connector, one Sound Blast Link connector, and much, much more!

The VD100 has speed, convenience, and reliability, all wrapped up in one outstanding motherboard. The VD100 is ahead of the pack. There is no other motherboard quite like it.

IWILL: Lead the way into the 21st century!

YEAR 2000 issue

The IBM compatible PC utilizes a Motorola MC146818 compatible Real-Time Clock (RTC) chip to maintain the date and time. Unfortunately, the “century” is not manipulated by the RTC. It uses 8bits of information to report the year, and can only hold the last two digits of a year in packed BCD format. For example, 1997 is reported solely as 97. Since the RTC also contains non-volatile memory, IBM has specified a location in the memory to hold “century” information. By combining the century data with the year data, software can obtain a full 4-digit year. When the Year 2000 arrives, the RTC reports the year as ’00’ and the “century” in RTC memory will contain ’19.’ Combining the full 4-digit year yields 1900, not 2000. Any application which compare dates, or uses relative dates to perform functions will see incorrect dates.

All motherboards contain BIOS, which is one of the key ingredients to check for systems designed to handle the year 2000. All motherboards currently shipped from IWILL contain BIOS capable of handling the year 2000 date correctly. The BIOS contains a feature that checks the least two significant digits of the year stored in the RTC during each BIOS request (INT 1Ah) to read the date and, if less than `80', updates the century byte to `20'. This feature enables operating systems and applications using the BIOS date/time services to reliably manipulate the year as a four-digit value.

Be aware that the BIOS capability alone does not ensure that the system will handle the transition correctly. Other system components such as the operating system and application software also need to be able to handle the year 2000 date, and recognize the date format from other sources.

Peripherals and Devices

If you want to improve your system’s I/O performance, choose the latest IWILL SCSI controllers. The following are some IWILL SCSI controllers you may purchase and use with your VD100 motherboard:

l SIDE 2930C: a fast SCSI for MO, CD-R, CD-R/W, CD-ROM. This

value/performance SCSI card connects up to 7 devices.

l SIDE 2930U+: a 20MB/Sec. transfer rate. A full function card, supports booting from

hard disk or CD-ROM, connects 7 devices

l SIDE 2935UW: 40 MB/sec transfer rate, 15 devices. The most stable product for an

efficient system

l SIDE 2935LVD: an 80MB/sec transfer rate, and a 12-meter cable length connecting 15

devices. Perfect solution for enthusiasts.

Chapter 1

Features

1.1 Features

1.1.1 Processor

Supports single Pentium® III/II/Celeron processors Supports 100 MHz and 66 MHz bus speeds Supports all published Pentium® III/II/Celeron processor voltages Jumper inside selects the processor speed from 233 MHz to 500 MHz or higher

1.1.2 Core Logic

VIA-VT82C693 APOLLO PRO-PLUS

Integrated DRAM controller Integrated PCI bus mastering controller Integrated Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) bus controller

VIA-VT82C596 PCI / ISA / IDE Xcelerator

Multifunction PCI-to-ISA bridge (PCI Rev 2.1 compliant) Integrated IDE controller with Ultra DMA/33 support USB host interface with support for two USB ports Enhanced DMA controller and standard Interrupt controller and Timer function System Management Bus (SMB) with support for DIMM Serial PD

1.1.3 Main Memory

4 x 168-pin DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) sockets Supports up to 1 GB of 3.3 V Unbuffered SDRAM or Registered DIMM Supports up to 1 GB of 3.3 V Extended Data Out (EDO) memory. 64-bit data interface with ECC support (SDRAM only)

1.1.4 Multi I/O

Winbond W83977 super I/O controller Note: Several different chips of the W83977 series may be used to support special features.

Supports two floppy disk drives (include 3 Mode drive) and / or QIC-80 tape drive Supports one multi-mode parallel port Supports two high speed 16550 FIFO serial ports Integrated keyboard controller Integrated PS/2 mouse controller Supports PS/2 Power-On function Supports Power Failure Recovery

1.1.5 Expansion slots

1 x ISA slot 4 x PCI slots 1 x shared ISA/PCI slot 1 x AGP slot

1.1.6 Form Factor

Compliance with ATX Version 2.01 specification Supports ATX power supply connector Supports the remote on/off switch Physical dimensions: length: 188 mm / width: 305 mm

1.1.7 Manageability

Winbond W83781 System Hardware Monitor built-in. Note: Several different chips of the W83781 series may be used to support special features.

Wake on LAN header for use with add-in network interface cards (NICs) Power failure recovery Wake on modem

1.1.8 Other features

Award BIOS Using 2Mbit Flash ROM to provide on-board-upgrade ability without changing components Plug and Play compatible

Supports Advanced Power Management (APM) Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) Supports Creative SB-LINK to deliver Sound Blaster 16 compatibility

1.2 Environment Requirements

Temperature 0-55 degrees C (operating or storage) 5% to 95% non-condensing relative humidity At least a 250 W power supply The power supply must comply with the following recommendations found in the specifications:

The potential relation between 3.3 VDC and +5 VDC power rails The current capability of the +5VSB line All timing parameters

1.3 Motherboard Components Placement

FAN1

FAN3

IDE1

SLOT1

USB

FDC

1NCNC

VCC

IRRX

GND

IRTX

IRMODE

SENSE

JP1

GNT#

GND

REQ#

GND

SIRQ

111

LID-ON

GND

5VSB

ACPI LED

JP10

JP9

J52

JP11

JP42

The following figure shows the location of the components on the VD100 motherboard.

ISA

JP5

PCIx

Reset

GND

RST ALED

10 20

Buzz

GND

VCC

SPKR

J43

SB-LINK

PWR ON

PLED

Cathode-

Anode+

Anode+ NC CathodeKeylock GND

Cathode-

Anode+

LPT

IDE0

1--2:Normal 2--3:Clear CMOS

WOL

PWR

AGP

DIMM0~3

+12V GND

Location Screen Printing Description

J3 Slot 1 Processor Slot 1 connector J5--J8 DIMM0--3 168-pin DIMM Sockets J11 AGP AGP connector J12--J16 PCI1--5 PCI expansion slots J21--J22 J21, J22 ISA expansion slots J28 IDE 0 Primary IDE connector J29 IDE 1 Secondary IDE connector J30 FDC Floppy drive connector J31 S1 Serial 1 connector J32 S2 Serial 2 connector J33 LPT Parallel connector J34 USB Two USB connectors J35 MS PS/2 mouse connector J35 KB PS/2 keyboard connector J37 PWR Standard ATX power connector J39 FAN1 Processor fan header J40 FAN2 System fan header J42 PWR ON Remote power-on/off header

J43 J43 Front panel I/O header

ACPI LED (pins 1--2): ACPI LED header ALED (pins 5--6): IDE LED header RST (pins 9--10): Reset Switch header PLED (pins 11--13): Power LED header KL (pins 14--15): Keylock switch header

SPKR (pins 17--20): Speaker header J44 SB-LINK Creative SB-LINK header J45 IR IR (infrared) connector J46 WOL Wake On LAN header J52 KB ON PS/2 Power-On jumper block JP1 CLRTC Jumper for clearing CMOS JP5 JP5 Jumper for PCI devices compatibility JP9 JP9 Adjustable Vcore (5% or 10 %) JP10 VIO Adjustable VIO (3.5, 3.6, or 3.8) JP11 JP11 Adjustable CPU Frequency (66 or 100 MHz) JP42 JP42 Clear Keyboard Power-On Password

1.4 Back Panel Connectors

Mouse

The following figure shows the location of the back panel I/O connectors, which include:

PS/2-style keyboard and mouse connectors Two USB connectors Two serial port connectors One parallel port connector

Keyboard

USB1

USB0

Serial 1

Parallel

Serial 2

1.5 Form Factor

0.800 TYP.

to Pin 1 PCI

The VD100 motherboard is designed to fit into an ATX form-factor chassis. The I/O connector and mounting locations are in compliance with the ATX specification. Please see details in the following figure:

Datum (0, 0)

6.250 REAR I/O WINDOW IN CHASSIS

Between Connectors

1.612 Pin 1 ISA

K L

0.768 Pin 1 AGP

A: 0.400 inch H: 0.150 inch B: 1.000 inch I: 0.650 inch C: 1.300 inch J: 5.550 inch D: 1.625 inch K: 11.750 inch E: 2.627 inch L: 12.000 inch F: 6.500 inch G: 7.086 inch

0.156 inch Mounting Holes

Chapter 2

Quick Installation

Several easy installation steps will be described in this chapter to help the experienced users with quick installation. If you are a beginner, or need to know more about this product, please refer to Chapter 3.

Note: Please review 1.3 Motherboard Components Placement graphic for reference.

Warning: Users must follow these guidelines to ensure the VD100 is protected during installation.

a. Make sure your computer is unplugged whenever working with inside components. b. Beware of Static electricity! Either wear anti-static wrist straps, or ensure that you

touch a safely grounded object (such as a metal desk/table). Don’t handle components near high static objects (i.e. carpets, wool/ acrylic sweaters, etc.).

c. Pick up components by their bodies. Try not to touch IC chips, connectors or leads.

Don’t handle components any more than necessary.

d. Keep all magnets away from both your hard and floppy disk drives, especially magnetic

screwdrivers. Keep both floppy and hard disks apart if disassembled.

e. Keep water and liquids away from your computer and its components.

Step 1. Install processor

This process is for motherboards already equipped with the universal retention mechanism.

For Pentium II processors:

a. Lift each of the two retention mechanism brackets so that they stand fully upright.

You should hear a soft “click” sound once each bracket is in the correct upright position.

b. With the CPU fan facing the DIMM sockets, insert the CPU horizontally into the

retention mechanism, sliding both edges in simultaneously and as “evenly” as possible. Then, press down gently yet firmly so that the CPU is fully inserted correctly into the socket.

c. Locate the two CPU lock switches, which are on the top, one on each side of the

CPU just above its respective bracket. With the CPU fan facing you, use both hands and grasp the CPU, placing each thumb on top of each lock switch. Then, at the same time “flip” each lock switch outward in opposite directions (both away from the CPU fan). You should hear two “click” sounds, one from each switch. This indicates the CPU is secured into place.

d. To release CPU, grasp the CPU (in the same manner in “c” above) and push both

lock switches inward (toward the CPU fan). You should hear two “click” sounds, one from each switch. Lift CPU upward and out of the socket.

For Pentium III/Celeron processors:

a. Follow steps “a” ~ “b” above. b. Locate the two sliding locks on each bracket. Read the writing on each lock:

“OPEN” and “LOCK”. To lock, use your index finger and thumb, grasp each lock, and gently slide upward. This may be done simultaneously with two hands, or one at a time. Once each lock has been fixed upward, the CPU is secured into place.

c. To release CPU, use your index finger and thumb, grasp each lock, and gently

push downward. Lift the CPU upward and out of the socket.

Step 2. Install processor fan

This process is executed more quickly if your Pentium II/III/Celeron processor already has a fan attached to it. If so, attach the processor fan power cable to the “FAN1” header.

Step 3. Setting CPU speed

The CPU speed is setup using IWILL Smart Setting. This is found in the BIOS setup by pressing <Del> during the boot up process. Please refer to Chapter 4 for instructions on setting CPU speed.

Note: The CPU speed must be setup according to the CPU’s specifications.

Step 4. Install the memory module

At least one memory module, such as a 168-pin 3.3V unbuffered SDRAM, Registered DIMM or EDO DIMM, needs to be inserted into the DIMM sockets. You may select any of the four DIMM sockets—there are no restrictions.

Note: Be sure the edges of your memory module line-up correctly with the socket before attempting to insert the memory module.

Step 5. Connect the internal peripherals

The internal peripherals are devices that are located within the computer chassis, such as the floppy disk drive, hard disk drive, CD-ROM drive, etc. There is one 34-pin flat cable for floppy disk drive, and one 40-pin flat cable for several IDE devices included in your retail package.

Note: The plastic lead on the middle of one side of the cable’s connector acts as a key, and slides easily into the gap in the middle of the receiving connector on the motherboard when inserting the cable connector.

Step 6. Connect the Reset button

The 2-pin reset header is located on pins 9--10 (identified as RST). Connect the reset button cable from the RST header to the reset button on the front panel of your PC case.

Locate the RST header on the motherboard:

Pin 9 RESET

Pin 10 Ground

Step 7. Connect the Speaker

The 4-pin speaker header is located on pins 17--20 (identified as SPKR. Connect the cable from the SPKR header to the speaker on the front panel of your PC case.

Locate the SPKR header on the motherboard:

Pin 17 VCC

Pin 18 Ground

Pin 19 NC

Pin 20 BUZZ

Step 8. Connect the power LED

The 3-pin power LED header is located on pins 11--13 (identified as PLED. Connect the cable from the PLED header to the power LED on the front panel of your PC case.

Locate the PLED header on the motherboard:

Pin 11 Anode (+)

Pin 12 NC

Pin 13 Cathode (-)

Step 9. Connect the keylock switch

The 2-pin keylock header is located on pins 14--15 (identified as KL). Connect the cable from the KL header to the keylock switch (if supported) on the front panel of your PC case.

Locate the KL header on the motherboard:

Pin 14 KEYLOCK

Pin 15 Ground

Step 10. Connect the IDE LED

The 2-pin IDE LED header is located on pins 5--6 (identified as ALED). Connect the cable from ALED header to the LED on the front panel of your PC case.

Locate the ALED header on the motherboard:

Pin 5 Anode (+)

Pin 6 Cathode (-)

Step 11. Connect the ACPI LED

The 2-pin ACPI LED is located on pins 1-2 (marked as ACPI) of the front panel connector. Connect the chassis‘s ACPI LED to this header.

Signal of ACPI LED header

Pin 1 Cathode (-) Pin 2 Anode (+)

Step 12. Connect the Power-ON button

All ATX computers provide a Power-On button on the front panel of your PC case. Simply plug in the ATX power connector into the Power-On button.

Step 13. Install the Power Supply cord

The VD100 motherboard provides a 20-pin ATX power connector. This works in conjunction with the Power-On button to provide remote On/Off function.

Step 14. Install the Keyboard

Connect the cable from the PS/2 keyboard connector at the back panel to the keyboard.

Step 15. Install the Display Card

Insert the display card into the ISA, PCI or AGP expansion slot.

Step 16. Connect the External Peripherals

The external peripherals are devices located outside the computer chassis, such as the serial mouse, printer, PS/2 mouse, external modem, etc. Connect these devices to their appropriate connectors.

Step 17. Power-on the system

Once the system is powered on, make sure you enter the BIOS setup program and load the manufacturer’s default settings. After the system reboot, you are ready to install your operating system. Enjoy!

Chapter 3

Hardware Installation

3.1 Preparation and Inspection

The VD100 motherboard, like all other electronic equipment, is sensitive to static. Please take the proper precautions when handling it. If possible, ground yourself by touching a metal table or desk. Keep the board in its conductive wrapping until it is configured and ready to be installed in your system.

Note: Please review 1.3 Motherboard Components Placement graphic for reference.

3.2 Unpack the VD100

You should find the following components when opening the box:

One VD100 motherboard This operation manual One 40-pin IDE cable One 34-pin floppy cable One IWILL Power Installer CD diskette

For installation, you may need some or all of the following tools:

Medium size flat blade screwdriver Medium size Phillips head screwdriver A 3/16 inch nut driver or wrench

Warning: Users must follow these guidelines to ensure the VD100 is protected during installation.

a. Make sure your computer is unplugged whenever working with inside components. b. Beware of Static electricity! Either wear anti-static wrist straps, or ensure that you

touch a safely grounded object (such as a metal desk/table). Don’t handle components near high static objects (i.e. carpets, wool/ acrylic sweaters, etc.).

c. Pick up components by their bodies. Try not to touch IC chips, connectors or leads.

Don’t handle components any more than necessary.

d. Keep all magnets away from both your hard and floppy disk drives, especially magnetic

screwdrivers. Keep both floppy and hard disks apart if disassembled.

e. Keep water and liquids away from your computer and its components.

3.3 Installation procedure

3.3.1 Processor (Slot 1 and FAN1)

The VD100 motherboard supports single Pentium® III/II/Celeron processors. The processor’s VID pins automatically program the voltage regulator on the motherboard to the required voltage. The motherboard currently supports processors that run internally from 233 MHz to 500 MHz or higher.

This process is for motherboards already equipped with the universal retention mechanism.

For Pentium II processors:

a. Lift each of the two retention mechanism brackets so that they stand fully upright.

You should hear a soft “click” sound once each bracket is in the correct upright position.

b. With the CPU fan facing the DIMM sockets, insert the CPU horizontally into the

retention mechanism, sliding both edges in simultaneously and as “evenly” as possible. Then, press down gently yet firmly so that the CPU is fully inserted correctly into the socket.

c. Locate the two CPU lock switches, which are on the top, one on each side of the

d. To release CPU, grasp the CPU (in the same manner in “c” above) and push both

lock switches inward (toward the CPU fan). You should hear two “click” sounds, one from each switch. Lift CPU upward and out of the socket.

For Pentium III/Celeron processors:

a. Follow steps “a” ~ “b” above. b. Locate the two sliding locks on each bracket. Read the writing on each lock:

c. To release CPU, use your index finger and thumb, grasp each lock, and gently push

downward. Lift the CPU upward and out of the socket.

Locate the FAN1 header (processor fan header) on the motherboard: Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 +12 V Pin 3 SENSE

Note 1. The processor fan must always be attached to the processor to prevent overheating. Note 2. The second-level cache is located on the base of the SEC cartridge. The cache size and cacheable memory size vary, depending on the processor used.

3.3.2 Setting CPU speed

The CPU speed is setup using IWILL Smart Setting. This is found in the BIOS setup by pressing <Del> during the boot up process. Please refer to Chapter 4 for instructions on setting CPU speed. When adjusting frequency, select the frequency that matches your motherboard's bus speed in order to maximize your motherboard's performance. Enclosed is a list of possible CPU settings.

Note: The CPU speed must be setup according to the CPU’s specifications.

CPU Model BIOS Setting Intel Pentium II 233MHz Manual, x3.5, 66MHz Intel Pentium II 266MHz Manual, x4, 66MHz

Intel Pentium II 300MHz 300Mhz(66x4.5) Intel Pentium II 333MHz 333Mhz(66x5) Intel Pentium II 350MHz 350Mhz(100x3.5) Intel Pentium II 400MHz 400Mhz(100x4) Intel Pentium II 450MHz 450Mhz(100x4.5) Intel Pentium III 450MHz 450Mhz(100x4.5) Intel Pentium III 500MHz 500Mhz(100x5) Intel Pentium III 550MHz 550Mhz(100x5.5) Intel Celeron 266MHz Manual, x4, 66MHz Intel Celeron 300 300Mhz(66x4.5) Intel Celeron 333MHz 333Mhz(66x5) Intel Celeron 366MHz 366Mhz(66x5.5) Intel Celeron 400MHz 400Mhz(66x6) Intel Celeron 433MHz 433Mhz(66x6.5) Intel Celeron 466MHz 466Mhz(66x7)

3.3.3 Main memory (DIMM0--3)

The VD100 motherboard has four Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets, which support memory size from 8 MB to 1 GB with SDRAM and EDO DRAM. The Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) improves memory performance through memory access that is synchronous with the memory clock. The Error Checking and Correcting (ECC) memory improves system security by detecting and correcting error bits when accessing memory.

The VD100 motherboard supports the following memory features:

JEDEC MO-161 compliant 168-pin DIMMs with gold-plated contacts

3.3 V memory module only ECC logic detects multiple-bit errors and corrects single-bit errors (SDRAM) Unbuffered SDRAM, Registered DIMM or 60-ns 3.3 V EDO DIMMs 16 / 64 Mbit DRAM technology Symmetrical and asymmetrical DRAM addressing Single-sided or double-sided DIMMs

Note: 3.3 V EDO and SDRAM DIMMs cannot be installed together (at the same time) on the VD100 motherboard

Memory can be installed in DIMM sockets without any order restrictions. The memory type, size, speed can vary between sockets. The BIOS automatically detects memory type, size and speed.

Note 1: In order to reduce the loading, the total memory chip count installed on the system should not exceed 72 unless the Registered DIMMs are used.

Note 2: The Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information is highly recommended on all 100 MHz DIMMs for the VD100 motherboard. This function is implemented using an EEPROM component on the memory module. The nonvolatile storage device contains data programmed by the DIMM manufacturer that identifies the module type and various SDRAM organization and timing parameters. A warning message will be displayed if any DIMMs installed on this motherboard have no SPD EEPROM. If this is the case, the system might become unstable without correct timing parameters.

3.3.4 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)

The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) is a high-performance bus, especially for graphic-intensive 3D applications. AGP is independent of the PCI bus, and is intended for exclusive use with graphics devices. The AGP supports AC timing for 133 MHz data transfer rates, allowing data throughput of 533 MB/sec.

The most important feature of AGP is DIME (Direct Memory Execute). DIME needs to allocate some system memory via the OS to access large textures outside the local graphic memory of the card. In order to take advantage of the DIME feature, some software components should be installed or upgraded within your system.

For Windows NT 4.0: Upgrade to "Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 3" or later versions For Windows 95: Upgrade to Windows 95 OSR 2.1 or later versions

Install DirectX 5 or later versions from Microsoft

3.3.5 Primary/Secondary IDE connectors (IDE0 and IDE1)

The VD100 motherboard has two bus-mastering IDE interfaces, which support PIO Mode 3 / 4 and Ultra DMA 33 mode transfer. These interfaces support IDE disks, ATAPI devices (ex: CD-ROM), ZIP and LS-120 devices. If two devices are connected to one channel, one should be set to "Master" and the other one to "Slave" (Refer to device operation guide).

Note: The IDE interfaces are fully compatible with ATA66 HDD.

3.3.6 Floppy drive connector (FDC)

The VD100 motherboard has one floppy interface, which supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M,

2.88M, 3 Mode floppy drives and QIC-80 floppy tape drive. It supports up to two devices in any capacity using the same connector. Simply connect the 34-pin cable connector from the connector on the motherboard to the floppy drive or drives.

3.3.7 Serial port connector (S1 and S2)

The two 9-pin D-Sub serial port connectors on the back panel are compatible with 16550 UART. These ports are used for serial mouse, serial printer, fax modem, etc. Simply connect the serial cable from the serial port connector to your serial devices.

3.3.8 Parallel port connector (LPT)

The connector for the multi-mode parallel port is a 25-pin D-Sub connector located on the back panel. It is used for printers, or other parallel devices. Simply connect the parallel cable connector from the parallel port to your parallel devices.

3.3.9 Universal Serial Bus (USB)

The USB is suitable for mid-to-low speed devices such as mice, keyboards, joysticks, etc. In the past, all of these devices used different connectors, and it was difficult for end users to install the system. With USB technology, the various types of ports are replaced with a single connection, from which you can connect dozens of USB-compatible devices. Simply connect a hub into the USB port, and then plug all of your USB peripherals into the hub. The system is ready to go!

The VD100 motherboard supports the following USB features:

Self-identifying, hot pluggable peripherals Support of isochronous and asynchronous transfer type Supports a maximum of 127 physical devices Supports data transfer rate up to 12 Mbit/sec

The VD100 motherboard has two USB ports; any USB peripheral can be connected to either port. For more than two USB devices, connect a hub to either port.

3.3.10 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors (KB and MS)

Warning: It is recommended that you turn off the computer’s power before connecting or

disconnecting a keyboard and/or mouse. Find the 6-pin mini-DIN keyboard connector, located on the back panel. Simply plug in the keyboard

cable’s connector into this back panel connector (Note: It’ s the lower one on the motherboard). Then, find the 6-pin mini-DIN PS/2 mouse connector, also located on the back (Note: It’s the upper one). Plug in the mouse cable’s connector into PS/2 mouse connector on the back panel.

3.3.11 ATX power connector (PWR)

The VD100 motherboard supports an ATX power connector. Simply connect the ATX power cord into this connector.)

3.3.12 System fan headers (FAN2 and FAN3)

The system’s airflow is critical for its reliability. To generate airflow within a system, ensure you have the proper size and number of fans (and vents), and position each fan properly in relation to the system’s components. Most systems are equipped with at least one fan. However, the user may have to purchase additional (secondary) fans in order to take advantage of this function.

The VD100 motherboard supports two extra system fan headers: FAN2 and FAN3. Connect the power cable from the FAN2/3 header to each additional fan used within your system. These fans automatically stop when the system enters the suspend mode.

Locate the FAN2/3 header on the motherboard: Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 +12 V Pin 3 SENSE

3.3.13 Power-On header (PWR ON)

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The Power-On header can be connected to the Power-On button located on front panel of your PC case. Pressing this button turns your system on or off. At least two seconds must pass before the power supply will recognize another on/off signal.

Note: Press the Power-On button, holding it in for four seconds. This will forcibly execute the shutdown procedure immediately.

3.3.14 Front panel connector (J43)

The J43 connector contains several headers, which are connected to buttons or switches located on front panel of your PC case.

Note: These functions are optional for the user.

3.3.14.1 IDE LED header (ALED)

If connected, the LED will light up whenever the IDE devices are working. The 2-pin IDE LED header is located on pins 5--6 (identified as ALED). To use this function, connect the cable from the ALED header to the LED on the front panel of your PC case.

Locate the ALED header on the motherboard:

Pin 5 Anode (+)

Pin 6 Cathode (-)

3.3.14.2 RESET header (RST)

If connected, you may use the button on the front panel to reset the system. The 2-pin reset header is located on pins 9--10 (identified as RST). To use this function, connect the cable from the RST header to the reset button located on front panel of your PC case.

Locate the RST header on the motherboard:

Pin 9 RESET

Pin 10 Ground

3.3.14.3 Power LED header (PLED)

If connected, the LED will light up each time you power-on the PC. The 3-pin power LED header is located on pins 11--13 (identified as PLED). To use this function, connect the cable from the PLED to the LED located on front panel of your PC case.

Locate the PLED header on the motherboard:

Pin 11 Anode (+)

Pin 12 NC

Pin 13 Cathode (-)

3.3.14.4 KEYLOCK header (KL)

If connected, the user is able to temporarily disable the keyboard (often used as security when the user steps away momentarily from the PC). The function is activated by pressing the keylock button on the front panel of the PC case. The 2-pin keylock header is located on pins 14--15 (identified as KL). To use this function, connect the cable from the KL header to the

switch located on front panel of your PC case.

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Locate the KL header on the motherboard:

Pin 14 KEYLOCK

Pin 15 Ground

3.3.14.5 SPEAKER header (SPKR)

If connected, the speaker sounds an error “beep” code/information (during the POST) in the event that the computer can not use the video interface. The 4-pin speaker header is located on pins 17--20 (identified as SPKR). To use this function, connect the cable from the SPKR header to the switch located on front panel of your PC case.

Locate the SPKR header on the motherboard:

Pin 17 VCC

Pin 18 Ground

Pin 19 NC

Pin 20 BUZZ

3.3.14.6 Connect the ACPI LED

If connected, the ACPI LED will light up each time your PC is in the suspend, or powersaving mode. The 2-pin ACPI LED is located on pins 1-2 (identified as ACPI). Connect the cable from the ACPI LED header to the ACPI located on front panel of your PC case.

Locate the ACPI LED header on the motherboard:

Pin 1 Anode (+) Pin 2 Cathode (-)

3.3.15 SB-LINK header (SB-LINK)

Sound Blaster 16 was once the standard of ISA bus sound cards. Several games have been programmed for Sound Blaster especially under the DOS environment. Users who continue to play games that use ISA bus sound cards may experience compatibility problems with the new upgraded PCI bus sound cards.

This function adopts Intel’s PC/PCI technology to deliver Sound Blaster 16 compatibility to PCI bus sound card, enabling users to play real-mode DOS games. To use this function, connect the cable provided by the PCI sound card to the SB-LINK header.

Locate the SB-LINK header on the motherboard: Pin 1 GNT# Pin 4 Ground Pin 2 Key Pin 5 REQ# Pin 3 Ground Pin 6 SIRQ

3.3.16 Infrared connector (IR)

The Infrared connector supports infrared wireless transmitting and receiving of data between devices when using the appropriate application software. You must configure a Serial Port 2 to support an IrDA module prior to using this feature. The 7-pin Infrared header (identified as IR) is located in between the PCI1 and PCI2 slots. Connect the cable from the IrDA module to the IR header.

3.3.17 WOL header (WOL)

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The WOL (“Wake On LAN,”) is a feature which allows you to power-on or “wake up” the computer through a network LAN. This feature can only be used if your system has a network interface card (NIC) that supports WOL technology, and your system has an ATX power supply of at least 800mA.). The 3-pin WOL header (identified as WOL) is located in near the PCI1 slot. Connect the cable from a network interface card (NIC) to the WOL header.

Note: When operating WOL, ensure the power cord is still plugged into the socket, and that the computer has been turned off.

Locate the WOL header on the motherboard: Pin 1 5VSB Pin 2 Ground Pin 3 LID_ON (Active High)

3.3.18 PS/2 Power-On (J52)

This is essential for the PS/2 Power-On to function properly (see below). Your system requires an ATX power supply of at least 300mA on the +5VSB lead. There are several ways you can power-on your system through PS/2 devices: keyboard 98, password, Hot KEY, Mouse Left and Mouse Right. Please refer to Chapter 4 for instructions on setting PS/2 Power-On mode. If you DO NOT want to use this function, place the jumper cap over pins 1-2, and the funtion will be disabled. If you want this function, place the jumper cap over pins 2-3 to set 5V_SB, and enable the function.

Note: In case of AC power loss, the Power-On function will reset to “BUTTON ONLY”. To re-set your Power-On function to one of the above modes again, you must re-enter CMOS setup utility.

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Disable (Default)

5V_SB

3.3.19 Clear Keyboard Power-On Password (JP42)

To enable function, place the jumper cap over pins 1-2. Then enter BIOS and select “Password Power-On” to set your password for the keyboard power-on function. Once you select and enter the Keyboard Password Power-On mode, you must type the correct password in order to turn on your system. The remote on/off button will be disabled. If you forget your password, place the jumper cap over pins 2-3 (pins 2-3 become ON), and use the Power-On button on the front panel of your PC case to power-on the system.

Clear power-on

3.3.20 Adjustable Vcore (JP9)

This function offers adjustable processor Vcore. When NO jumper caps are used, the motherboard automatically generates the proper Vcore voltage that requested by the CPU. Place the jumper cap over pins 1-2 to increase 5% more voltage to the processor’s Vcore. Place the jumper cap over pins 2-3 to increase 10% more voltage to the processor’s Vcore.

Warning: A wrong voltage setting will cause irreversible permanent damage to the CPU. DO NOT

Increase 5%

Increase 10%

Auto (Default)

use these functions unless you are an experienced user, and are willing to take your own risk.

1 2 3

3.3.21 Adjustable VIO (JP10)

This function offers adjustable VIO. When NO jumper caps are used, the system automatically uses the VIO default setting, which is 3.5V. To set the VIO to 3.6V, place the jumper cap over pins 1-2. To set the VIO to 3.8V, place the jumper cap over pins 2-3.

Warning: A wrong voltage setting will cause irreversible permanent damage to the CPU. DO NOT use these functions unless you are an experienced user, and are willing to take your own risk.

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3.5V (default)

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3.6V

123

3.8V

3.3.22 Select CPU Frequency (JP11)

This function allows you to set the CPU frequency. To set the CPU frequency at 100 MHz, place the jumper cap on pins 1-2. To set the CPU frequency

to 66 MHz, place the jumper cap on pins 2-3.

1 2 3

100 MHz (default)

1 2 3

66 MHz

Warning: Each time you change the CPU frequency using the jumper setting, you must immediately re-enter BIOS setup, and enter IWILL Smart Setting (See Chapter 4). Then, immediately press <F10> key to exit, then restart your system.

3.3.23 Clear CMOS jumper block (JP1)

To reset the RTC (Real Time Clock) CMOS data, take the JP1 jumper cap off pins 1-2, place onto pins 2-3, and then place back onto pins 1-2 again. This will return the RTC to the default setting. Then, you will need to get into the BIOS setup program (See Chapter 4) select LOAD SETUP DEFAULTS, and select the original manufacturer default settings in your CMOS.

Chapter 4

System BIOS Setup

4.1 Introduction

The VD100 motherboard uses AWARD BIOS, which is stored in flash memory and can be upgraded using the appropriate software program. The setup program is for viewing and changing the BIOS setting for a computer. These settings are stored in battery-backed RAM so that it retains all the settings after the power has been turned off.

4.1.1 Upgrade BIOS

The BIOS can be upgraded from a diskette with the Award Flash utility -- AWDFLASH.EXE. The BIOS image file, and update utility are available from IWILL’s WEB site: www.IWILL.com.tw.

4.1.2 Recovering BIOS Data

Some types of conditions can destroy the BIOS. Nevertheless, the BIOS can be recovered from a diskette. To recover BIOS, you must create a bootable diskette, then copy the recovery files onto it. The recovery files are available from IWILL.

Note: No video is displayed during the recovery process.

4.1.3 Enter BIOS setup program

Power-on the system by either pressing the Power-On button, or by using any of the power-on features provided by the VD100 motherboard. Then, press the <Del> key after the Power-On Self Test (POST), and before the scanning of IDE devices. Simply look for the message “Press DEL to enter SETUP” displayed at the bottom of the screen during the boot up process. If the message disappears before you’ve had a chance to respond, you can restart the system by

Turning off the system power then turn it on again, or Pressing the "RESET" button on the system case, or Pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt> and <Del> keys simultaneously.

4.1.4 Using BIOS setup program

The following table shows the function keys available for each menu screen.

áUp Move to the previous field âDown Move to the next field ßLeft Move to the field on the left hand side àRight Move to the field on the right hand side

<Esc> Quit from setup program without saving changes, or

Exit from current menu page and return to main menu page <PgUp> or <+> Select the previous value for a field <PgDn> or <-> Select the next value for a field <F1> Bring up a help screen for the current field (Shift)<F2>

<F10> Save the current value and exit setup program

NOTE

Generally, the BIOS default settings have been carefully chosen by the system manufacturer to provide the absolute maximum performance and reliability. It is very dangerous to change any setting without full understanding. We strongly recommend that you

DO NOT update your BIOS if the system works perfectly. DO NOT change any setting unless you fully understand what it means.

If the system does not work smoothly after changing the BIOS settings, follow the procedures described previously, enter the BIOS setup program, then load the original manufacturer default settings.

If the system is no longer able to boot after changing the settings, the only way to recover it is to clear the data stored in RTC CMOS. To reset the RTC CMOS data, take the JP1 jumper cap off pins 1-2, place onto pins 2-3, and then place back onto pins 1-2 again. This will return the RTC to the default setting. Then, get into the BIOS setup program (see 4.1.3 above), select LOAD SETUP DEFAULTS, and select the original manufacturer default settings in your CMOS.

Change screen color. F2 to select color forward, (Shift) F2 to select

color backward

4.2 Main Menu

The main menu allows you to select from several setup pages. Use the arrow keys to select among these pages and press <Enter> key to enter the sub-menu.

Note: A brief description of each highlighted selection appears at the bottom of the screen. The main menu includes the following setup pages.

STANDARD CMOS SETUP

Allocates resources for hardware components

BIOS FEATURES SETUP

Specifies advanced features available through the BIOS

CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP

Specifies advanced features available through the chipset

POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP

Specifies power management features

PNP /PCI CONFIGURATION

Specifies Plug and Play and PCI features

INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS

Specifies on-board controller features

LOAD SETUP DEFAULTS

Loads the manufacturer default setting into CMOS

IWILL SMART SETTING

Specifies special features

SUPERVISOR / USER PASSWORD

Specifies passwords

IDE HDD AUTO DETECTION

Auto-detects the parameters of IDE disks

SAVE & EXIT SETUP

Saves current value to CMOS and exit setup

EXIT WITHOUT SAVING

Abandons all changes and exit setup

4.3 STANDARD CMOS SETUP

This setup page is used for allocating resources for hardware components.

4.3.1 Date

This field specifies the current date. The date format is <day>, <month>, <date>, and <year>.

4.3.2 Time

This field specifies the current time. The time format is <hour>, <minute>, and <second>. The time is calculated based on the 24-hour (military-time) clock.

4.3.3 Primary Master / Primary Slave / Secondary Master / Secondary Slave

This field specifies the geometric parameters and translation mode of IDE disk drives.

4.3.3.1 TYPE

This field specifies type of drive that corresponds to the drive installed in your system. If you select User, please specify the correct number of Cylinders, Heads, and Sectors.

Options Description

1 – 45 Specifies pre-defined disk drive type User Specifies disk drive type by user Auto BIOS automatically fills in the values for the cylinders, heads and sectors

None No disk drive attached

4.3.3.2 Cylinders

If you select Auto, this field automatically fills in the number of cylinders for your hard disk and can not be modified. If you select User, you must type the correct number of cylinders for your hard disk.

4.3.3.3 Heads

If you select Auto, this field automatically fills in the number of heads for your hard disk and can not be modified. If you select User, you must type the correct number of heads for your hard disk.

4.3.3.4 Sectors

If you select Auto, this field automatically fills in the number of sectors for your hard disk and can not be modified. If you select User, you must type the correct number of sectors for your hard disk.

4.3.3.5 MODE

This field specifies the IDE translation mode. Options Description

NORMAL Specifies traditional CHS addressing mode LARGE Specifies extended CHS translation mode LBA Specifies LBA translation mode AUTO BIOS specifies translation method automatically

fields

4.3.4 Drive A / Drive B

This field specifies the traditional type of the floppy drives.

Options Description

None No floppy drive is connected 360K, 5.25 in. A 360K floppy drive is connected

1.2M, 5.25 in. A 1.2M floppy drive is connected 720K, 3.5 in. A 720K floppy drive is connected

1.44M, 3.5 in. A 1.44M floppy drive is connected

2.88M, 3.5 in. A 2.88M floppy drive is connected

4.3.5 Floppy 3 Mode Support

3 Mode floppy drive is a type of 3.5-inch drive used by NEC PC98 computers. It supports both 1.2M and 1.44M formats using the same drive. This field specifies which drive supports 3 Mode. When a floppy drive is specified to support 3 Mode, the respective drive setting in “Drive A / Drive B” field will be invalid.

Options Description

Disabled No 3 Mode drive is connected Drive A A 3 Mode drive is connected as drive A Drive B A 3 Mode drive is connected as drive B Both Both drive A and drive B are 3 Mode drives

4.3.6 Video

This field specifies the type of the graphics adapters used by the primary system monitor.

Options Description

EGA/VGA Specifies EGA or VGA adapter CGA 40 Specifies CGA adapter with 40 column mode CGA 80 Specifies CGA adapter with 80 column MONO Specifies Monochrome adapter

4.3.7 Halt On

This field determines how the system reacts to errors once detected.

Options Description

All Errors Each time the BIOS detects a non-fatal error, the system will

No Errors The system will not stop for any errors that are detected All, But Keyboard The system will stop for any errors except keyboard error All, But Diskette The system will stop for any errors except diskette error All, But Disk/Key The system will stop for any errors except diskette and

stop and display an error message

keyboard errors

4.3.8 Base Memory

The POST (Power-On Self Test) determines the amount of base (conventional) memory installed in the system. The value of the base memory is typically 640K. This field has no options.

4.3.9 Extended Memory

The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during the POST. This is the amount of memory located above 1MB in the processor’s memory address map. This field has no options.

4.3.10 Other Memory

This refers to the memory located in the 640K to 1024K address space. This memory can be used for

different applications. DOS uses this area to load device drivers in an effort to keep as much base memory free for application programs. The BIOS is the most frequent user of this RAM area since this is where it shadows RAM. This field has no options.

4.4 BIOS FEATURES SETUP

This setup page specifies advanced features available through the BIOS. Note: An asterisk (*) denotes the default setting.

4.4.1 Virus Warning

When this function is enabled, the BIOS monitors the boot sector and partition table of the hard disk drive for any attempt at modification. If an attempt is made, the BIOS will halt the system and then display an error message. Afterwards, if necessary, you can run an anti-virus program to locate and remove the problem before any damage is done.

Many disk diagnostic programs will attempt to access the boot sector table, which can cause the above warning message. If you run such a program, we recommend that you first disable the Virus Warning function beforehand.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.4.2 CPU Internal Cache

This field configures the CPU internal cache (L1 cache).

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.4.3 External Cache

This field configures the system’s external cache (L2 cache).

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.4.4 CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking

This field specifies whether the CPU L2 cache supports ECC or not.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.4.5 Quick Power-On Self Test

When enabled, BIOS will shorten or skip some items during the Power-On Self Test (POST).

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.4.6 Boot From LAN First

This field configures the boot from the network adapter. If this feature is enabled, no matter what Boot Sequence you select (see below section 4.4.7), the system will try to boot from the network adapter first. The adapter must have a BootROM on it.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.4.7 Boot Sequence

This field configures the boot sequence of drive devices.

Options Description

A, C, SCSI (*) System will first try to boot from floppy drive, then master IDE disk

C, A, SCSI Master IDE disk drive on primary channel, floppy drive, SCSI disk

C, CDROM, A Master IDE disk drive on primary channel, ATAPI CDROM drive,

CDROM, C, A ATAPI CDROM drive, master IDE disk drive on primary channel,

D, A, SCSI Slave IDE disk drive on primary channel, floppy drive, SCSI disk

E, A, SCSI Master IDE disk drive on secondary channel, floppy drive, SCSI disk

F, A, SCSI Slave IDE disk drive on secondary channel, floppy drive, SCSI disk

SCSI, A, C SCSI disk drive, floppy drive, ATAPI CD-ROM drive SCSI, C, A SCSI disk drive, master IDE disk drive on primary channel, floppy

C only Master IDE disk drive on primary channel only LS/ZIP, C LS-120 or ZIP drive, master IDE disk drive on primary channel

drive on primary channel, and then SCSI disk drive

driver

floppy drive

drive

4.4.8 Swap Floppy Drive

When enabled, floppy drives A and B will be exchanged without the user physically changing the cable.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.4.9 Boot Up NumLock Status

This field determines the configuration of the numeric keypad after system boot up. If On, the keypad uses numbers keys. If Off, the keypad uses arrow keys.

Options Description

On Keypad works as number keys Off (*) Keypad works as arrow keys

4.4.10 Gate A20 Option

This field configures how the gate A20 is handled. The gate A20 is a device used to address memory above 1 MB. At first, the gate A20 was handled from a pin on the keyboard. While some keyboards still provide this support, it is more common, and much faster, for modern system chipsets to provide support for gate A20.

Options Description

Fast (*) GateA20 signal supported by core logic Normal GateA20 signal supported by keyboard controller

4.4.11 Typematic Rate Setting

This field determines if the typematic rate is to be used. When enabled, the BIOS will report (after a moment) that the key has been depressed repeatedly. When disabled, the BIOS will report only once if a key is held down continuously. This feature is used to accelerate cursor movements using the arrow keys.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.4.12 Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

This field specifies how many characters will be displayed in one second when a key is held down continuously.

Options 6 (*), 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24, 30

4.4.13 Typematic Delay (Msec)

When enabled, typematic delay allows you to select the time delay between when the key was first depressed and when the acceleration begins.

Options 250 msec (*), 500 msec, 750 msec, 1000 msec

4.4.14 Security Option

This field configures how the system security is handled. It works conjunction with SETTING SUPERVISOR / USER PASSWORD page to control the security level of the system.

Options Description

Setup (*) System needs a password to enter BIOS setup program System System needs a password to boot

4.4.15 PCI / VGA Palette Snoop

This field controls the ability of a primary PCI graphics controller to share a common palette with an ISA/VESA video or MPEG cards.

Options Description

Enabled PCI VGA co-works with ISA MPEG card Disabled (*) All cases except above

4.4.16 Assign IRQ for VGA

When enabled, BIOS will assign your Video Graphics Array (VGA) an IRQ (Interrupt Request) level.

Options Disabled

Enabled (*)

4.4.17 OS Select for DRAM >64MB

When enabled, this field allows you to access the memory that is over 64MB under OS/2.

Options OS/2

Non-OS/2 (*)

4.4.18 Report No FDD For WIN 95

For a floppy diskless system that runs Windows 95, this field should be set to Yes.

Options Yes

No (*)

4.4.19 Video BIOS Shadow

When enabled, the video BIOS will be copied to system memory and increase the video speed.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.4.20 C8000-CBFFF / CC000-CFFFF / D0000-D3FFF Shadow D4000-D7FFF / D8000-DBFFF / DC000-DFFFF Shadow

When enabled, the extended ROM data located at the respective address range will be copied to system memory.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.5 CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP

This setup page is used to specify advanced features available through the chipset. The default settings have been chosen carefully for most operating conditions. DO NOT change the value of

any field in this setup page without full understanding.

DRAM Settings

The first chipset settings deal with CPU access to dynamic random access memory (DRAM). The default timings have been carefully chosen and should only be altered if data is being lost. Such a scenario might well occur if your system had mixed speed DRAM chips installed. Longer delays might result, however this preserves the integrity of the data held in the slower memory chips.

4.5.1 Bank 0/1 2/3 4/5 DRAM Timing

This item allows you to select the value in this field, depending on whether the board has paged DRAMs or EDO (extended data output) DRAMs.

Some engineering knowledge is needed prior to handling Auto Configuration.

Options SDRAM 10ns (*) / SDRAM 8ns / Normal / Medium / Fast / Turbo

4.5.2 SDRAM Cycle Length

When synchronous DRAM is installed, the number of clock cycles of CAS latency depends on the DRAM timing. Do not reset this field from the default value specified by the system designer.

Options Description

2 2 system clocks 3 (*) 3 system clocks

4.5.3 DRAM Clock

This field allows you to select the DRAM operating frequency to get better performance.

Options Description

Host Clk (*) DRAM clock is the same speed as CPU Frequency (66/100 MHz) 66 MHz DRAM clock is the same speed as AGP Frequency (66 MHz)

4.5.4 DRAM Parity / ECC Check

When enabled, the BIOS will use ECC (Error Checking and Correcting) protocol to increase integrity of system data. All memory modules used in the system need to support ECC in order for this function to work properly.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.5.5 Memory Hole

In order to improve performance, certain space in memory is reserved for ISA cards. This memory must be mapped into the memory space below 16MB.

Note: This field is for experienced users only.

Options 15M-16M

Disabled (*)

4.5.6 Read Around Write

DRAM optimization feature: If a memory read is addressed to a location whose latest write is being held in a buffer before being written to memory, the read is satisfied through the buffer contents, and the read is not sent to the DRAM.

Note: This field is for experienced users only.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.5.7 Concurrent PCI/Host

When disabled, CPU bus will be occupied during the entire PCI operation period.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.5.8 System BIOS Cacheable

When enabled, accesses to the system BIOS will be cached.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.5.9 Video RAM Cacheable

When enabled, access to the video memory located at A0000H to BFFFFH will be cached.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.5.10 AGP Aperture Size (MB)

This field specifies the size of system memory that can be used for AGP graphics aperture.

Options 4 / 8 / 16 / 32 / 64 (*) / 128

4.5.11 AGP-2X Mode

This item allows you to enable / disable the AGP-2X (Clock 133MHz) Mode.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.5.12 OnChip USB

This should be enabled if your system has a USB installed on the system board and you wish to use it. Even when so equipped, if you add a higher performance controller, you will need to disable this feature.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.6 POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP

This setup page specifies suspend or power-saving features.

There are several modes used to save computer’s energy:

Doze Mode The CPU clock runs at slower speed, and all other devices still

operate at full speed

Standby Mode The CPU clock runs at slower speed, and the fixed disk drive will

power off, and the video will power off, and all other devices still operate at full speed

Suspend Mode All devices except the CPU will shut off

Each power-saving mode has a respective timer. The value of the timer can be assigned or reloaded and it will count down to zero. When the timer equals zero, the system will be forced into the related power-saving mode. If any predefined signal or event is detected during the timer counting period, the timer restarts automatically.

4.6.1 Power Management

This feature allows the user to select the default parameters for the power-saving mode.

Options Description

Min Saving When idle for one hour, the system enters suspend mode Max Saving When idle for fifteen minutes, the system enters suspend mode User Define (*) User can specify the time the system enters suspend mode

4.6.2 PM Control by APM

When enabled, an Advanced Power Management (APM) protocol will be activated to handle the power-saving mode.

Options Yes (*)

4.6.3 Video Off After

This field specifies the suspend or power-saving mode, which shuts off the video.

Options Doze

Suspend (*) NA

4.6.4 Video off Method

This field specifies the method that video subsystem used for power-saving.

Options Description

V/H SYNC+Blank (*) Turn off the vertical and horizontal synchronization ports and

Blank Screen Writes blanks to the video buffer only DPMS Initial display power management signaling with DPMS

write blanks to the video buffer

4.6.5 Standby Option

This field specifies suspend mode options.

Options Description

Static Suspend (*) The traditional Green PC suspend mode. The CPU stops, and

0V Suspend Saves system status, memory and screen image into hard disk,

all other devices are shut off.

then the power turns off automatically. The power turns on again, and the system comes back to the original screen (when the screen was last on) within just few seconds, depending on the memory size of your system. Need Utility ZVHDD.EXE to reserve disk space. You can select one of the following operation systems: DOS, Win 3.1, Win 95

4.6.6 Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN

This field specifies the function of power button.

Options Description

Instant-Off (*) When power button is pressed, the system turns off immediately. Delay 4 Sec. After the power button has been pressed and held for four seconds, the

system turns off.

4.6.7 HDD Power Down

This field specifies the time the system enters HDD power down. It is available only when the Power Management field is set to User Define.

Options 1 Min / 2 Min / 3 Min / 4 Min / 5 Min / 6 Min

7 Min / 8 Min / 9 Min / 10 Min / 11 Min / 12 Min 13 Min / 14 Min / 15 Min / Disable (*)

4.6.8 Doze Mode

This field specifies the timer value of Doze Mode. It is available only when the Power Management field set to User Define.

Options 1 Min / 2 Min / 4 Min / 8 Min / 12 Min / 20 Min

30 Min / 40 Min / 1 Hour / Disable (*)

4.6.9 Suspend Mode

This field specifies the time the system enters power-saving mode. It is available only when the Power Management field is set to User Define.

Options 1 Min / 2 Min / 4 Min / 8 Min / 12 Min / 20 Min

30 Min / 40 Min / 1 Hour / Disable (*)

PM Events

The following parameters are used for setting PM (Power Management) events. These are I/O events whose occurrence can prevent the system from entering a power-saving mode, or can awaken the system from such a mode. In effect, the system remains alert for anything that occurs to a device configured and recognized by the system, even when the system is in a power down mode.

4.6.10 VGA

When ON, your can set the LAN awakens the system.

Options OFF (*)

4.6.11 LPT & COM

When On of LPT & COM, any activity from one of the listed system peripheral devices or IRQs wakes up the system.

Options None

LPT COM LPT/COM (*)

4.6.12 HDD & FDD

When On of HDD & FDD, any activity from one of the listed system peripheral devices wakes up the system.

Options Off

ON (*)

4.6.13 DMA/master

When you are On of DMA / ISA Master, any activity from one of the list system peripheral devices wakes up the system.

Options Off (*)

4.6.14 Wake Up On LAN

When enabled, the PC can power-on or “wake up” through LAN (Local Area Network). Used only when your PC is connected to a network system.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.6.15 Modem Ring Resume

When enabled, the PC can power-on through an external modem connected to your PC. For example, you may send an e-mail message to your PC from another location, and this will power-on your PC. When using this feature, you must have a modem, and your PC must be turned off.

Note: This feature alone doesn’t allow you to power off your PC (see 4.6.9 Suspend Mode).

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.6.16 RTC Alarm Resume

When enabled, you can set the date and time to automatically power-on your PC (similar to an alarm clock). The alarm from RTC (real-time clock) automatically turns on the system.

Options Description

Disabled (*) Disables RTC alarm function Enabled Sets the date and time to power-on the PC.

When date is set to 0, the alarm becomes set for every day.

4.6.17 Primary INTR

When set to On, any event occurring at will awaken a system which has been powered down. The following is a list of IRQ’s, or “Interrupt Requests,” which can be exempted much as the COM

ports and LPT ports above can. When an I/O device wants to gain the attention of the operating system, it signals this by causing an IRQ to occur. When the operating system is ready to respond to the request, it interrupts itself and performs the service.

When set On, activity will neither prevent the system from going into a power management mode nor awaken it.

IRQ3 (COM 2 ) IRQ4 (COM 1) IRQ5 (LPT 2) IRQ6 (Floppy Disk) IRQ7 (LPT 1) IRQ8 (RTC Alarm) IRQ9 (IRQ2 Redir) IRQ10 (Reserved) IRQ11 (Reserved) IRQ12 ( PS / 2 Mouse ) IRQ13 (Coprocessor) IRQ14 (Hard Disk)

IRQ15 (Reserved).

4.7 PNP/ PCI CONFIGURATION

This setup page specifies Plug and Play and PCI features.

4.7.1 PNP OS Installed

The field specifies whether a Plug and Play operating system is installed.

Options Yes

No (*)

4.7.2 Resources Controlled By

The BIOS has the capability to assign system resources to all Plug and Play devices. However, this capability means absolutely nothing unless you are using a Plug and Play operating system such as Windows 95/98/NT.

Options Description

Auto Resources controlled by BIOS automatically Manual (*) Resources controlled by the user

4.7.3 Reset Configuration Data

Sometimes when you install a new add-on, the system reconfiguration causes such a serious conflict that the operating system cannot boot. Only in this case, exit Setup and select enabled. The Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) will clear every time the system boots.

Note: Leave this field disabled unless you have a conflict similar to the one mentioned above.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.7.4 IRQ 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15 assigned to DMA 0 / 1 / 3 / 5 / 6 / 7 assigned to

If the Resources Controlled By field is set to Manual, use these fields to assign resources

Options Description

Legacy ISA Resources will not be assigned to any PnP device PCI/ISA PnP Resources are available to PnP devices

4.7.5 CPU to PCI Write Buffer

When this field is enabled, CPU data is written to a write buffer prior to being sent to the PCI bus, in order to compensate for the speed differences between the CPU and the PCI bus. When disabled, the CPU data is sent directly to the PCI bus, however, because the CPU operates at a faster speed than the PCI bus, the CPU must wait as the PCI bus receives data before beginning each write cycle.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.7.6 PCI Dynamic Bursting

When enabled, every write transaction goes to the write buffer, and burstable transactions will then burst on the PCI bus, and non-burstable transactions won’t burst on the PCI bus.

When disabled, if the write transaction is a burst transaction, the information goes into the write buffer and burst transfers are later performed on the PCI bus. If the transaction is not a burst transaction, PCI write occurs immediately (after a write buffer flush).

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.7.7 PCI Master 0 WS Write

When enabled, data is written to the PCI bus immediately (i.e. zero or “0” wait state) when PCI bus is ready to receive data. When disabled, the system will “wait” one wait state (one PCI clock cycle), before data is written to the PCI bus.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.7.8 PCI Delay Transaction

The chipset has an embedded 32-bit posted write buffer to support delayed transaction cycles. When enabled, the system is compliant with PCI specification version 2.1.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.7.9 PCI#2 Access #1 Retry

When enabled, the AGP bus will attempt to access the PCI bus a limited number of times before being disconnected. When disabled, the AGP bus will continue to attempt access to the PCI bus until it successfully accesses PCI bus.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.7.10 AGP Master 1 WS Write

When enabled, the system will “wait” one wait state (AGP clock cycle), before data is written to the AGP bus. When disabled, data is written to the AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) bus immediately (i.e. zero or “0” wait state) when AGP bus is ready to receive data.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.7.11 AGP Master 1 WS Read

When enabled, the system will “wait” one wait state (AGP clock cycle), before data is read by the AGP bus. When disabled, data is read by the AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) bus immediately (i.e. zero or “0” wait state) when AGP bus is ready to receive data.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.7.12 PCI IRQ Activated By

This sets the method by which the PCI bus recognizes that an IRQ service is being requested by a device. Under all circumstances, you should retain the default configuration unless advised otherwise by your system’s manufacturer.

Options Level (*)

Edge

4.7.13 Slot 1 Use IRQ / Slot 5

This field determines the IRQ setting for Slot 1 and Slot 5. Slot 1 and Slot 5 may share the same IRQ, or other options may be selected. The default setting for this field is Auto, which uses automaticrouting to determine the setting.

Options Auto (*) / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15

4.7.14 Slot 2 Use IRQ

This field determines the IRQ setting for Slot 2. The default setting for this field is Auto, which uses automatic-routing to determine the setting.

Options Auto (*) / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15

4.7.15 Slot 3 Use IRQ

This field determines the IRQ setting for Slot 3. The default setting for this field is Auto, which uses automatic-routing to determine the setting.

Options Auto (*) / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15

4.7.16 Slot 4 Use IRQ

This field determines the IRQ setting for Slot 4. The default setting for this field is Auto, which uses automatic-routing to determine the setting.

Options Auto (*) / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15

4.8 INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS

4.8.1 OnChip IDE Channel 0

The chipset contains a PCI IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Select enabled to activate the primary IDE interface. Select disabled to de-activate this interface.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.8.2 OnChip IDE Channel 1

The chipset contains a PCI IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Select enabled to activate the secondary IDE interface. Select disabled to deactivate this interface.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.8.3 IDE Prefetch Mode

The onboard IDE drive interfaces supports IDE prefetching, for faster drive accesses. If you install a primary and/or secondary add-in IDE interface, set this field to disabled if the interface does not support prefetching.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.8.4 IDE HDD Block Mode

When enabled, the IDE controller will use the faster block mode to access devices.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.8.5 Primary Master / Slave PIO Secondary Master / Slave PIO

These fields configure the PIO (Programmable Input Output) transfer mode for IDE controller. The maximum transfer rates of each PIO mode are listing as follow:

Note: Higher settings may cause problems for older IDE devices.

Maximum transfer rate PIO Mode 0 3.3 MB/sec PIO Mode 1 5.2 MB/sec PIO Mode 2 8.3 MB/sec PIO Mode 3 11 MB/sec PIO Mode 4 16.6 MB/sec

Options Description

Auto (*) The BIOS negotiates with device automatically Mode 0 Use Mode 0 timing to access device Mode 1 Use Mode 1 timing to access device Mode 2 Use Mode 2 timing to access device Mode 3 Use Mode 3 timing to access device Mode 4 Use Mode 4 timing to access device

4.8.6 Primary Master / Slave UDMA Secondary Master / Slave UDMA

If you select Auto, the IDE controller uses Ultra DMA 33 Mode to access UltraDMA-capable IDE devices. The maximum transfer rate of Ultra DMA 33 Mode is 33.3 MB/sec.

Options Auto (*)

Disabled

4.8.7 KBC input clock

This field sets the frequency speed for the keyboard controller clock. Please ensure you know the keyboard data rate (according to the keyboard’s specifications) before selecting frequency speed.

Options 6 MHz / 8 MHz (*)/ 12 MHz / 16MHz.

4.8.8 Onboard FDC Controller

This field enables or disables the onboard floppy controller. Select enabled if you intend to use your floppy disk drive.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.8.9 Onboard Serial Port 1 / 2

These fields configure the onboard serial ports. There are several port addresses and IRQ channels to select from.

Options Description

3F8 / IRQ 4(*) Port address 3F8h, IRQ 4 2F8 / IRQ 3(*) Port address 2F8h, IRQ 3 3E8 / IRQ 4 Port address 3E8h, IRQ 4 2E8 / IRQ 3 Port address 2E8h, IRQ 3 Auto BIOS assigns port address and IRQ channel automatically Disabled Disables serial port

4.8.10 Onboard Parallel Port

This field configures the onboard parallel port. There are several port addresses and IRQ channels to select from.

Options Description

378 / IRQ 7(*) Port address 378h, IRQ 7 278 / IRQ 5 Port address 278h, IRQ 5 3BC / IRQ 7 Port address 3BCh, IRQ 7 Disabled Disables parallel port

4.8.11 Parallel Port Mode

This field configures the operating mode of an onboard parallel port. Ensure you know the specifications of your parallel port devices before selecting field.

Options SPP (*) / EPP / ECP / ECP+EPP

4.8.10.1 ECP Mode Use DMA When the Parallel Port Mode field is configured as ECP, ECP+EPP mode, it needs a DMA

channel for data transfer. This field specifies the DMA channel for ECP parallel port use.

Options Description

1 Use DMA channel 1 3 (*) Use DMA channel 3

4.8.10.2 EPP Mode Select When the Parallel Port Mode field is configured as EPP, ECP+EPP mode, the EPP version

needs to be specified. Please check the EPP specifications before selecting field.

Options Description

EPP1.7 Use EPP 1.7 protocol EPP1.9 (*) Use EPP 1.9 protocol

4.8.12 Init Display First

This item allows you to decide which slot to activate first, either PCI slot or AGP slot. This function takes place during the system boot.

Options PCI Slot

AGP (*)

4.8.13 Power-On Function

This field configures the Keyboard-Power-On function of the system. If a power outage occurs during set up, you need to configure this field again.

Note: To ensure proper set up, allow the system to complete its reboot process (including the Power-On Self Test) before powering off computer.

Options Description

Hot KEY Enables Keyboard-Power-On function. You can assign a hot key

Password Enables Keyboard-Power-On function. You can assign a password

Mouse left Enables Mouse left function. You can assign a Mouse left key through

Mouse right Enables Mouse right function. You can assign a Mouse right key

Button only (*) You simply power-on your system by pressing the Power-On button on

Keyboard 98 Enables Keyboard 98 function. This function is good only for users of

through the Hot Key Power-On field. Pressing this hot key will power-on your system.

string through KB Power-On Password field. Typing this password string will power-on your system.

the Mouse left Power-On field. “Clicking” the left button on your mouse will power-on your system.

through the Mouse right Power-On field. “Clicking” the right button on your mouse will power-on your system.

the front panel of your PC case.

Keyboard 98.

4.8.13.1 Hot Key Power-On

This field specifies key selection for the Keyboard-Power-On hot key.

Options Ctrl-F1 / Ctrl-F2 / Ctrl-F3 / Ctrl-F4 / Ctrl-F5 / Ctrl-F6

Ctrl-F7 / Ctrl-F8 / Ctrl-F9 / Ctrl-F10 / Ctrl-F11 / Ctrl-F12

4.8.13.2 KB Power-On Password

Enter your Keyboard-Power-On password in this field if you wish to use this function.

4.8.14 PWRON After PWR-Fail

The field configures the system status after experiencing a power failure.

Options Description

Former-Sts(*) System returns to former status prior to power failure (on or off ) On System turns back on after power lost Off System remains off after power lost

4.8.15 UART Mode Select

This item allows you to determine which Infra Red (IR) function of onboard I/O chip.

Options IrDA

ASKIR Normal (*)

4.9 LOAD SETUP DEFAULTS

This setup page is used for loading the manufacturer default values.

4.10 IWILL SMART SETTING

Warning: Over-clocking is not guaranteed. Users must have substantial knowledge of proper Vcore

settings prior to adjusting CPU speeds. Over-clocking should be done only by experienced engineers who conduct tests.

In general, when adjusting the CPU frequency, you should select the frequency that matches your motherboard bus speed. The reason is that your CPU can only communicate with its external components at the same speed at which the components operate. In other words, if your motherboard bus speed is 100 MHz, you should start by selecting 100 MHz (as a “base”) to set the CPU frequency. This frequency is also referred to as the “system bus frequency” or external frequency.

However, the CPU manufacturers make CPUs much faster than the speed of the motherboard system bus frequency. This is true because most of the operations are done in a small die inside the CPU chip. This is the CPU internal frequency. For example, a 400 MHz CPU actually means the internal frequency runs at 400 MHz.

To understand the term multiplier, and how it applies to setting your CPU frequency, here’s an example: If you purchase a 400 MHz CPU, and your motherboard runs at 100 MHz system bus speed, adjust your CPU frequency by selecting 100 MHz (system bus frequency) x 4 (multiplier), which equals 400 MHz (your CPU frequency). Or, to install the same 400 MHz CPU into motherboard with 66 MHz system bus speed, you may be select 66 MHz (system bus frequency) x 6 (multiplier),

which equals 400 MHz (your CPU frequency). However, the fact is, a higher system bus frequency runs faster and has a much better performance than a slower system bus frequency.

4.10.1 CPU Speed

This field allows user to adjust CPU speed. If your CPU external frequency is 66MHz, BIOS will display the following settings:

300 (66x4.5) / 333 (66x5) / 366 (66x5.5) / 400 (66x6) / 433 (66x6.5) / 466 (66x7) / 500 (66x7.5)/ 533 (66x8) / Manual

If your CPU external frequency is 100MHz, BIOS will display the following settings:

300 (100x3) (*) / 350 (100x3.5) / 400 (100x4) / 450 (100x4.5) / 500 (100x5) / 550 (100x 5.5) / 600 (100x6) / 650 (100x6.5) / 700 (100x7) / 750 (100x7.5) / 800 (100x8) / Manual

4.10.1.1 Manual

This option sets the CPU speed. In this field, the CPU speed is indicated as such: CPU speed = CPU Frequency x CPU Ratio, select the CPU speed according the type and

the speed of your CPU.

CPU Frequency

Option 66/75/83/100/103/105/110/112/124/133 MHz

CPU Ratio:

Option 3/3.5/4/4.5/5/5.5/6/6.5/7/7.5/8

Note: BIOS will auto-detect and display your CPU external frequency.

4.10.2 Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk

When enabled, the VD100 motherboard will automatically disable the clock source for a DIMM socket, which does not have a module on it. This is true for all PCI slots.

Options Enabled (*)

Disabled

4.10.3 Spread Spectrum

This item configures radiation emitted from the system. When enabled, system will release less radiation.

Options Enabled

Disabled (*)

4.10.4 BIOS-ROM Flash Protect

The VD100 motherboard provides solid protection at BIOS ROM. When set to Non-Flash, it will prevent any changes to the data in BIOS.

There are two cases that you may need to configure this field to Flashable:

1. In order to update the Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) when you install or remove any device.

2. You need to update the BIOS data.

Note: Make sure to configure this field back to Non-Flash to avoid unexpected changes in BIOS.

Options Non-Flash (*)

Flashable

4.11 SUPERVISOR / USER PASSWORD SETTING

These setup pages are used for password setting. When a password has been enabled and the Security Option field is set as Setup, you will be required to enter the password every time you try to enter BIOS Setup program. This prevents an unauthorized person from changing any part of your system configuration. Additionally, if the Security Option field is set as Boot, the BIOS will request a password every time your system boot. This would prevent unauthorized use of your computer.

To disable a password, just press <Enter> when you are required to enter the new password. A message will confirm that the password is disabled. Once the password is disabled, the system will boot and you can enter setup program freely.

Note: The User Password allows you to enter BIOS setup program, but you cannot change the value of any fields.

4.12 IDE HDD AUTODETECTION

This setup page detects and configures hard disk parameters automatically.

4.13 SAVE & EXIT SETUP

Saves current CMOS value and exit BIOS setup program.

4.14 EXIT WITHOUT SAVING

Abandons all CMOS value changes and exits BIOS setup program.

Chapter 5

Software and Tools

5.1 Software Installation

The attached Power Installer CD contains all the necessary drivers, utilities and tools for IWILL’s full range of motherboards. It provides an easy way for users to install the needed drivers without going through a complicated process. The Power Installer CD is able to auto-detect and display the drivers, utilities and tools needed for your motherboard.

Note: Not all drivers or utilities can be used on this motherboard.

5.1.1 What’s inside Power Installer CD (required for the VD100 motherboard)

1. Drivers

a. VIA Service Pack (4 in 1. EX: Bus Master, ACPI, IRQ, AGP)

2. Utilities

a. McAfee Anti-Virus b. ZVHDD.EXE program for Suspend to Disk c. Make Driver Diskettes Utility

3. Tools

a. Adobe Acrobat Reader

4. Manuals

5.1.2 How to use the Power Installer CD

The Power Installer CD supports the Auto Run program used by Windows 98/95 and Windows NT operating systems. You may simply select the software shown on screen that needs to be installed. Then simply follow the messages displayed on the screen to complete setup.

Note: IWILL PowerInstaller does not support a keyboard at this moment. You must use a mouse to install it.

5.2 How to make driver diskette without O.S. installed

This bootable Power Installer CD also allows you to boot up your system, even when the OS has not been installed. During the boot-up process, you can perform “IWILL Diskette Creator,” which will automatically make the driver diskettes you need.

Note: At least one CD-ROM drive and one 1.44M floppy drive are necessary to make “IWILL Diskette Creator” work properly.

Follow the instructions below to make your own device driver floppy diskettes if you have a CDROM with IDE interface. If you have already installed SCSI CD-ROM, please make sure your SCSI host adapter supports bootable CD-ROM, and then proceed directly to step h, and then finish the procedure.

a. First, power-on or “boot” your system. b. Press <Del> key during boot sequence to enter “ CMOS Setup Utility” c. Use arrow keys to select “BIOS FEATURES SETUP” on the menu, then press

“Enter.”

d. Select “Boot Sequence” and change the default setting from A, C, SCSI to “CD-

ROM, C, A” using Page Up /Page Down key.

e. Press <Esc> key to go back to CMOS SETUP Utility menu. f. Press <F10> to select “Save and Exit Setup” g. Press “Y” then “Enter” to complete. Now you are able to boot up the system from

the CD-ROM.

h. Insert the Power Installer CD into the CD-ROM drive and re-start the computer. i. IWILL Diskette Creator will now execute automatically for making your own driver

diskettes.

j. Make the desired driver diskettes according to the instructions displayed on screen.

5.3 CPU frequency selection by BIOS

IWILL VD100 motherboard offers the IWILL Smart Setting for CPU selection. Warning: Over-clocking is not guaranteed. Users must have substantial knowledge of proper Vcore

settings prior to adjusting CPU speeds. Over-clocking should be done only by experienced engineers who conduct tests.

Through Software -- BIOS setting

In case there is a special need for over-clocking, please…

a. First, power-on or “boot” your system. b. Press <Del> key during boot sequence to enter “ CMOS Setup Utility” c. Select IWILL SMART SETTING d. Select CPU Speed e. Use page down/page up key to select

300 (66x4.5) / 333 (66x5) / 366 (66x5.5) / 400 (66x6) / 433 (66x6.5) / 466 (66x7) / 500 (66x7.5)/ 533 (66x8)

300 (100x3) (*) / 350 (100x3.5) / 400 (100x4) / 450 (100x4.5) / 500 (100x5) / 550 (100x 5.5) / 600 (100x6) / 650 (100x6.5) / 700 (100x7) / 750 (100x7.5) / 800 (100x8) / Manual

f. After selecting CPU speed, press Save & Exit CMOS Setup to complete. The system will

automatically re-boot.

Should your CPU fail to over-clock, the screen will become blank and the system will hang (temporarily suspend or “freeze”) while the system attempts to re-boot. If this happens, follow the procedure below:

a. Press the power button on the front panel to power off the system. b. Hold the INSERT key down, then press the power button on the case. The system will re-

start using 66 MHz as the CPU external frequency.

c. Press <Del> key during boot sequence to enter “ CMOS Setup Utility” and repeat steps “c”

through “f” (See above).

5.4 View Detailed Manual

This Power Installer CD includes detailed information of all IWILL manuals for every motherboard manufactured by IWILL. Please insert the IWILL Power Installer CD into the CD-ROM drive; the Auto Run program will display the main manual automatically. Click the “View Manual” item, and select the product you want to view, and the manual will be displayed.

5.5 Installing Operating Systems

This section briefly demonstrates how to install a few popular software operating systems. Use this section only as a guide. It is highly recommended that users first refer to the installation manual of their operating system for a more thorough, detailed description on how to install software.

5.5.1 Windows 98

Whenever installing Windows 98, please remember that Setup creates a new folder for Windows 98, and won’t transfer any existing system settings. Windows 98 will become your default operating system, and will use standard system settings. This procedure represents an entirely new installation of Windows, therefore you'll need to reinstall any existing programs you may want to use.

There are two ways to install Windows 98. Each method depends on your current computer setup. Note: During Setup, your computer will automatically restart several times using the Windows 98

Setup wizard.

5.5.1.1 Installing the CD-ROM version of Windows 98

1. Place a Windows 98 Startup Disk into the floppy disk drive.

2. Restart your computer.

The Microsoft Windows 98 Startup menu will appear.

3. Place the Windows 98 CD into your CD-ROM drive.

4. Type the number 1 and press <ENTER >.

A series of scans is performed, and then the MS-DOS prompt is displayed.

5. Type the word setup at the MS-DOS display, and press <ENTER>.

Setup performs a check (A message will be displayed). This message won’t appear if your computer can't locate your CD-ROM drive. If you

haven’t installed the correct CD-ROM driver, please consult your drive's documentation or contact your hardware manufacturer.

6. Press <ENTER>.

Microsoft ScanDisk will check your disk drives for errors.

7. When ScanDisk finishes, press the X key.

Setup will initialize. Then, Windows 98 Setup begins.

8. Please follow the instructions that are displayed.

Note: Setup may ask you to insert your original Windows 95 or Windows 3.1 disks if you're using the upgrade version of Windows 98.

5.5.1.2 Installing the floppy disk version of Windows 98

1. Place Setup disk 1 into your floppy disk drive.

2. Restart your computer.

3. At the MS-DOS prompt, type the word setup and press <ENTER>.

The Windows 98 Setup wizard will begin.

4. Please follow the instructions that appear.

5.5.2 Windows NT

5.5.2.1 Installing the CD-ROM version of Windows NT using SCSI controller

1. Prepare a 1.44MB blank diskette

2. Enable CD-ROM Bootable and Set boot sequence first priority is CD-ROM.

3. Place the IWILL Power Installer CD into the CD-ROM drive

4. Boot from IWILL Power Installer to create Windows 9x/NT driver diskette from

CD-ROM by selecting FMS Disk1 for Win95/NT

5. Place the Windows NT 4.0 CD-ROM in the drive.

6. Press <F6> when the screen show following messages: Setup is inspecting your

computer’s hardware configuration…

7. Press <S> to specify additional SCSI adapters.

8. Select <Other> to load manufacture supplied software driver.

9. Place the SCSI driver diskette for Windows NT 4.0 into the floppy drive.

10. Press <ENTER> when SCSI driver is ready.

11. From list select the proper SCSI controller driver:

Example: Adaptec AHA-294xU2/295xU2/395xU2/AIC-789xPCI SCSI Controller (NT 4.0)

12. Press <ENTER> to continue if you have no other SCSI controller to install. Or, repeat

steps 3-7 to install all drivers as needed.

13. Follow all instruction to finish Windows NT installation.

5.5.2.2 Installing the CD-ROM version of Windows NT on an IDE system

1. First, power-on or “boot” your system.

2. Press <Del> key during boot sequence to enter “ CMOS Setup Utility”

3. Use arrow keys to select “BIOS FEATURES SETUP” on the menu, then press

“Enter.”

4. Select “Boot Sequence” and change the default setting from A, C, SCSI to “CD-

ROM, C, A” using Page Up /Page Down key.

5. Place the Windows NT 4.0 CD-ROM in the drive.

6. Follow all instructions to finish Windows NT installation.

5.6 Installing the Suspend to Disk utility on your VD100 MB

Suspend to Disk is an energy-saving feature that allows you to temporarily power off your system (i.e. when you step away from your computer for a meeting, errand, etc.), then return to the original screen (when the screen was last on) to resume your work the next time you power-on the system. This feature is fast and efficient, especially if your system is handling a small memory size.

Although the Suspend to Disk utility can be installed without an operating system, it is highly recommended that you first install an operating system before installing Suspend to Disk. You must first make a “Suspend to Disk” diskette to use for installation. Insert the Power Installer CD into your CD-ROM, select Make Driver Diskette from the menu, and carefully follow the instructions to make a driver diskette. Please see Chapter 5.2 in the VD100 manual to create a driver diskette without an operating system.

System Requirements for installing Suspend to Disk:

1. Suspend to Disk utility only works with IDE hard disk drives. You cannot use this utility with any

SCSI device because the system BIOS controls IDE devices, but cannot control SCSI devices.

2. This feature works fine with Windows 95/98, and Windows NT FAT file systems, but does not

work with Windows NT NTFS file system. This utility also does not support ACPI modes.

3. This feature works fine with APM compatible PCI/AGP VGA and Sound Blaster compatible

cards and drivers.

4. The Intel Bus Master IDE driver is not fully compatible with Suspend to Disk. If this causes

some problems, please uninstall the drivers, or do not use Suspend to Disk.

5. Whether you select file or partition method, please make sure that you have enough free HDD

space for creating this hidden file or partition. Ex: if you have 64MB system memory and 4MB of VGA memory, you need at least 68MB (64MB + 4MB) of HDD space. You also have to reserve some free space for your future memory expansion. For example, if you plan to upgrade you system memory to 128MB in the near future, then you may reserve a 132MB (128MB+4MB) space.

6. The following are just some of the many AGP cards that have been tested and approved to work

satisfactorily with Suspend to Disk:

Manufacturer/model Chipset IWILL Adventure II 3Dlabs Permedia 2 Matrox G200 GainWard 3Dfx Banshee

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5.6.1 Set-Up Suspend to Disk

Before installing Suspend to Disk utility, please make sure your system is running normally. More importantly, you must ensure the Suspend to Disk feature has been disabled before installing new devices, or upgrading your system memory.

Enter BIOS setup

Turning off the system power then turn it on again, or Pressing the "RESET" button on the system case, or Pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt> and <Del> keys simultaneously.

Set-Up Suspend to Disk in BIOS

a. Select Power Management Setup, move cursor to “Suspend Mode Option”, select “Suspend to

Disk” and move cursor to “Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN”, select “Delay 4 Sec”.

b. Select PNP/PCI Configuration Setup. Then, for “PnP OS Installed” select "NO". c. Press <F10> to save your setup into BIOS. The system will then automatically re-boot.

5.6.1.1 ENTER DOS MODE FROM WINDOWS 95/98/NT

Open your “Programs” file, and select “MS DOS Prompt.” Once you’ve entered DOS from Windows a. Type the following:

b. The system will ask, “Are you Ready?” Press “y” for “yes.” Press <Enter>. c. Insert your Suspend to Disk diskette into your floppy disk drive. (See above). d. Type the following:

e. Creating a file or partition

C:\WINDOWS>lock

Press <Enter>

C:\>A:

Press <Enter>

There are two ways to store the data into HDD: create a file or partition. You must make sure you have enough disk space before selecting either option (Please refer to System Requirements above). Creating a file stores all the necessary information (you may be working on) into a hidden read-only file within the system hard disk. Creating a partition allows further protection for you by storing all the necessary information into partition separate from other files.

Create a file

You may select the file size, or allow the system to automatically select for you. Automatic Selection

Type the following:

A:\>zvhdd /c /file (Note one space is between “zvhdd and “/c”, and one space is between “/c” and “/file”) Press <Enter>

The system will then automatically select file size. Then, the system will display the following message: “The C:\SAVE2DSK.BIN has been executed”.

The Suspend to Disk utility has been set up.

Enter File Size (Example: You select 100 MB file size)

Type the following:

A:\>zvhdd /c /file /m:100 (Note one space is between “zvhdd and “/c”, between “/c” and “/file”, and between “/file” and “/m:100”) Press <Enter>

In this case, the system will use 100 MB file size that you’ve selected. Then, the system will display the following message: “The C:\SAVE2DSK.BIN has been executed”. The Suspend to Disk utility has been set up.

Create a partition

Type the following:

A:\>zvhdd /c /partition (Note one space is between “zvhdd and “/c”, and one space is between “/c” and “/partition”)

The system will start to create and format a partition.

Whether you have selected file or partition options, once the Suspend to Disk utility has been set up, press any key, and you will automatically return to Windows. Then, you must restart your system in order to enable the Suspend to Disk feature.

5.6.1.2 ENTER DOS COMMAND DIRECTLY

You may also enter DOS during the re-boot process by pressing the <F8> key after powering on the system, and selecting “Command prompt only.” If your system normally runs from DOS, or you have

a DOS diskette, simply boot from DOS.

Then, simply follow procedures “c” through “e” (above). Since the system is not controlled by Windows, it will automatically re-boot.

5.6.2 Using Suspend to Disk

There are two ways to use Suspend to Disk:

1. Simply press the power-on button located on the front panel of your computer chassis.

Note: Do not hold the power-on button in for more than four seconds, because the system will shutdown immediately, and the Suspend to Disk function will not work.

2. For Windows 95/98/NT, you may use your mouse, “click” on the “Start” icon (located on the

lower left hand corner of your screen). Then, “click” the “Shut Down” option. Finally, select the “Standby” option.

After selecting either method, the system will automatically enter the Suspend to Disk mode. The screen will become black for several seconds. Then, the screen will display the percentage of memory as it is being saved into the hard disk. Once the percentage reaches 100%, the system will shut down automatically.

To return to the original screen (last used when the system was last on), press the power-on button. The screen will display the percentage of memory as it is being restored from the hard disk. Once the percentage reaches 100%, the system will return to the original screen.

5.6.3 Removing Suspend to Disk utility

This process helps disable the Suspend to Disk utility.

5.6.3.1 DELETE SUSPEND TO DISK FROM WINDOWS 95/98/NT

Open your “Programs” file, and select “MS DOS Prompt.”

1. Type the following:

C:\WINDOWS>lock

Press <Enter>

2. The system will ask, “Are you Ready?” Press “y” for “yes.” Press <Enter>.

3. Insert your Suspend to Disk diskette into your floppy disk drive. (See above).

4. Type the following:

C:\>A: Press <Enter>

5. To delete file, type the following:

A:\>zvhdd /d /file (Note one space is between “zvhdd and “/d”, and one space is between “/d” and “/file”)

6. To delete partition, type the following:

A:\>zvhdd /d /partition (Note one space is between “zvhdd and “/d”, and one space is between “/d” and “/partition”)

7. Press any key to return to Windows. Then restart your system.

5.6.3.2 Delete Suspend to Disk From DOS Directly

Enter DOS during the re-boot process by pressing the <F8> key after powering on the system, and selecting “Command prompt only.” Or, if your system normally runs from DOS, or you have a DOS diskette, simply boot from DOS.

1. Insert your Suspend to Disk diskette into your floppy disk drive. (See above).

2. Type the following:

C:\>A: Press <Enter>

3. Then, follow procedures “5” through “7” in 5.6.3.1 (above).

4. Since the system is not controlled by Windows, it will automatically re-boot.

5.7 IWILL SCSI series

If you want to improve I/O performance of your VD100, choose the latest IWILL SCSI controllers. The following are some IWILL SCSI controllers you may purchase, and use with your VD100 motherboard:

SIDE 2930C: an economical SCSI card, and connects up to 7 device

- Support SCSI-1, SCSI-2 protocol

- 10 MB/sec. Data transfer rate

- The best choice for CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-R/W,

MO, Scanner…etc.

- Connects maximum 7 narrow SCSI devices

- Automatic active termination control for easy

plug & play installation.

SIDE 2930U+: a 20MB/sec. transfer rate, this card also connects up to 7 devices

transfer rate

- Connects maximum narrow SCSI devices

- Supports SCSI-1,

SCSI-2 and Ultra SCSI protocol

- Up to 20 MB/sec

synchronous data

- Automatic active termination control for

easy plug & play installation

- Supports Multi-tasking, Multi-threaded,

scatter/gather, tagged queuing

SIDE 2935UW: this doubles the 2930U+; a 40 MB/sec transfer rate, connects up to 15 devices

- Support both Ultra Narrow (50-pin) and Ultra Wide

(68-pin) SCSI

- Data transfer rate up to 20 MB/sec and 40 MB/sec

respectively

- Able to connect up to 15 Ultra Wide SCSI devices

- Active terminator

- Able to boot from CD-ROM

SIDE 2935LVD: an 80MB/sec. transfer rate, and a 12-meter cable length connecting 15 devices

- Double the data transfer rate of Ultra Wide

SCSI to 80 MB/sec

- Up to 12 meters cable length for Ultra 2

devices

- Able to connect up to 15 devices

- Able to boot from any SCSI ID

- Able to boot from CD-ROM

Please contact IWILL today for more information regarding our SCSI cards.

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