Mercury KOB 630e CFSF User Manual
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Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing the KOB 630e CFSFx mainboard.
The KOB 630e CFSFx mainboard is a Flex-ATX mainboard that uses 4layer printed circuit board and measures 228mm x 190mm. The
mainboard has a PPGA (Plastic Pin Grid Array) PGA370 processor
socket. This feature means that you can install the mainboard with a
PPGA Celeron processor.
The KOB 630e CFSFx is installed with the very powerful SIS630 chipset,
which includes integrated built-in video, audio, networking (optional)
and communications capabilities. Two 32-bit PCI expansion slots are
provided, plus a riser card slot for video expansion capabilities. Two
DIMM sockets are available for the installation of up to 1 GB SDRAM
memory. This mainboard is an ideal platform for an inexpensive entry
level or business class multimedia personal computer.
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This chapter contains the following information:
About the Manual explains how the information in this manual is
organized
Checklist comprises a list of the standard and optional components
that are shipped with this mainboard
Recommendations lists some Do’s and Don’ts from the
manufacturer to help ensure reliability and performance from this
product
Features highlights the functions and components that make this
one of the best value mainboards on the market
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following chapters:
Introduction
Use the Introduction Chapter to learn about the features of the
mainboard, and the checklist of items that are shipped with the package.
Installation
Use the Installation Chapter to learn how to install the mainboard and
get your system up and running.
Setup
Use the Setup Chapter to configure the mainboard for optimum
performance.
Software
Use the Software Chapter to learn how to use the software drivers and
support programs that are provided with this mainboard.
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Checklist
Compare the contents of your mainboard package with the standard
checklist below. If any item is missing or appears damaged, please
contact the vendor of your mainboard package.
Standard Items
1 x KOB 630e CFSFx Mainboard
1 x Cable/Bracket Pack
Diskette drive ribbon cable
IDE drive ribbon cable
This User’s Manual
Software Support CD-ROM Disc
Optional items
1 x V.90 Fax/modem Card
1 x SIS301 Riser Card
Recommendations
This mainboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and
system bus frequency for the kind of processor that you install. You may
be able to change these automatic settings by changing the settings in
the system setup utility. We strongly recommend that you do not
overclock the mainboard to run processors or other components faster
than their rated speed.
Overclocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Overclocking can
permanently damage the mainboard by generating excess heat in
components that are run beyond the rated limits.
Components on this mainboard can be damaged by discharges of static
electricity. Handle the board carefully holding it by the edges. Don’t flex
or stress the circuit board. Keep the board in its static-proof packing until
you are ready to install it. Follow the static guidelines given at the
beginning of Chapter 2.
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Features
The key features of this mainboard are the wide range of processors that
can be installed, and the high level of integration, which includes built-in
audio, video, (optional) networking, and communications.
Value-class Processors
As a platform for a value PC, the KOB 630e CFSFX includes a socket370 for the installation of the latest PPGA packaging processors from
Intel.
The new generation PPGA Celeron processors ship in the familiar
square plastic package, and they install in a Zero Insertion Force (ZIF)
socket called a Socket-370. The new Celeron processors are close to
Pentium-II performance because they include a level-2 cache memory of
128K. However, they operate over a 66 MHz system bus and they
currently ship at clock speeds of up to 533 MHz.
Powerful Chipset Support
The processor is supported by the powerful SiS630 chipset. The SiS630
includes a built-in 128-bit AGP graphics accelerator, an integrated 3D
PCI audio controller, and an optionally built-in 10BaseT/100BaseTX
network adapter. The SiS630 controls up to 1 GB of SDRAM memory.
The chipset also supports ACPI Ver.1.0 (Advanced Configuration and
Power Management Interface) and APM (Advanced Power
Management) power management. It provides two PCI IDE channels
with UDMA 33/66, a floppy diskette drive interface, and two busmastering PCI slots. The chipset meets the requirements for the PC99
specification.
Inexpensive Memory
The board has two DIMM sockets for the installation of 168-pin, 3.3V
non-buffered DIMM memory modules. The DIMM memory modules must
be installed with SDRAM memory chips. The KOB 630E CFSFX board
supports a memory bus of 100 MHz. Each installed memory module can
be populated with 16 MB up to 512 MB of memory, so a maximum total
of 1 GB memory can be installed. The integrated video system uses a
shared memory architecture so that you must reserve some of the
installed memory as video memory using the system BIOS. You must
install at least one memory module, with a minimum capacity of 16 MB,
which can be installed in either available DIMM slot.
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Highly Integrated Design
As well as the SIS630 chipset, the KOB 630e CFSFX features other
highly integrated silicon chips. The SIS950 I/O controller handles the
mainboard’s I/O functions, as well as hardware monitoring. The
HT8738/PCI C3DX is a two-chip solution that provides an integrated
audio and fax/modem system.
Built-in AGP 3D-Graphics
The SiS630 chipset includes an integrated 128-bit 2D/3D graphics
accelerator. The graphics system uses the Ultra-AGP architecture and
uses a shared memory scheme that allows up to 64 MB of system
memory to be used as video memory. The graphics system includes
special accelerators for DVD playback and supports screen resolutions
up to 1920 x 1440 and color depths up to 16 M (True Color). Driver
support is provided for Windows 95/98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0,
and OS/2.
Built-in V.90 Fax/modem (DAA Module is optional)
The KOB 630e CFSFX mainboard has a built-in 56 Kbps fax/modem.
That supports the V.90 protocol. The chip is integrated with the built-in
audio system to support voice as well as data transmissions. In order to
use the built-in fax/modem, you must install a DAA module that supplies
the RJ11 sockets for LINE and TELEPHONE.
Expansion Options
The KOB 630e CFSFX mainboard is pre-installed with features such as
audio, video, networking (optional) and a DAA module (optional) for a
modem, that normally requires add-in cards, so the three 32-bit PCI slots
provide plenty of expansion potential. The PCI slots support bus
mastering.
Integrated I/O
The mainboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors. The I/O
template on the backplane includes two PS/2 ports for mouse and
keyboard, one serial port, one parallel port, one VGA monitor port, one
game/MIDI port, two USB ports and audio jacks for microphone, line-in
and line-out. The board has a header for the optional installation of an IR
port, a second serial port, and 24-bit digital audio. The board includes
two PCI IDE channels with UltraDMA 33/66 support, and a floppy disk
drive interface.
Hardware Monitoring
Hardware monitoring is fully supported and the board ships with
hardware monitoring software. System assemblers and network
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administrators can reduce downtime and repair costs by monitoring
critical temperatures and voltages on the system. The supplied hardware
monitoring software lets you set parameters that prompt warnings when
they are exceeded.
Keyboard Power On Feature
Using the system BIOS setup program, you can configure the system to
turn on by using a keyboard typed password or by pressing a hot-key
combination (Ctrl+Alt+Backspace). A green keyboard is not required.
Programmable Firmware
The mainboard includes Award BIOS that allows BIOS setting of CPU
parameters. The fully programmable firmware enhances the system
features and allows users to set power management, CPU and memory
timing, LAN and modem wake-up alarms, and so on. The firmware can
also be used to set parameters for different Celeron processor clock
speeds so that you don’t need to change mainboard jumpers and
switches.
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Quick Installation Table
This chapter explains how to successfully install the mainboard into a
computer case and build a working system. The installation procedure is
as follows:
Quick Jumper
Setting Reference
Before you Begin
Preparing the
Mainboard
Install Other
Hardware
Make the External
Connections
Provides a quick reference for the jumper
settings on this mainboard.
Provides advice on choosing a case,
avoiding static electricity damage, and setting
jumpers.
Provides a guide to the mainboard and I/O
port locations, full details on the jumper
settings, and advice on installing the
mainboard in the system case.
Provides guidance on installing essential
hardware: processor, memory, hard disk
drive, CD-ROM, floppy disk drive, and
expansion cards.
Provides advice on using the external I/O
ports to install peripheral devices such as a
keyboard, a monitor, a mouse, a printer,
loudspeakers, and so on.
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Quick Jumper Setting Reference
If you are familiar with most of the material in this chapter, you can begin
preparing the mainboard for installation by using this quick reference to
begin the setting the jumpers. A detailed description of the jumper setting
appears later in this chapter.
JP1: Clear CMOS memory jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to clear all the current data stored in the CMOS
memory.
Function Jumper Cap
Clear CMOS Short pins 1-2
Normal operation Short pins 2-3
JP2: Keyboard power on jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to enable keyboard power on with hot keys or
password.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable keyboard power on Short pins 1-2
Disable keyboard power on Short pins 2-3
JP1
1 2 3
JP2
1 2 3
JP7: PAL/NTSC selection jumper
Use this 2-pin jumper to set the video output from the optional TV/LCD
card to either PAL or NTSC
Function Jumper Cap
Enable PAL Short pins 1-2
JP7
1 2
Enable NTSC Open pins 1-2
JP9: Flash BIOS jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to allow the BIOS CMOS memory to be flashed,
i.e. a new BIOS version to written to the CMOS chip onboard.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable Flash BIOS Short pins 1-2
JP9
1 2 3
Normal operation Short pins 2-3
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Note: JP3, JP4, JP5 and JP8 are featured on the board but are
currently not supported.
PANEL1: Panel connectors for switches and indicators
Use the panel connector to implement the switches and indicators on
your system case.
Function Pins
Speaker +1, 3, 5, 7
Power Indicator +2, +4, 6
Keylock 8, 10
Green Indicator 13, 14
Hard Disk Indicator
Reset Switch
Suspend Switch 19, 20
Power Switch 21, 22
+15, 16
17, 18
KeyLock
Power LED
22 21
Power SW
Suspend SW
Reset SW
HDD LED
Green LED
Speaker
2 1
PANEL1
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Before You Begin
Before you begin to install your KOB 630e CFSFx mainboard, take some
precautions to ensure that you avoid the possibility of damage to the
product from static electricity. Ensure too that you are installing the
mainboard into a suitable case.
Static Electricity
In adverse conditions, static electricity can accumulate and discharge
through the integrated circuits and silicon chips on this product. These
circuits and chips are sensitive and can be permanently damaged by
static discharge.
♦ If possible wear a grounding wrist strap clipped to a safely
grounded device during the installation.
♦ If you don’t have a wrist strap, discharge any static by touching
the metal case of a safely grounded device before beginning the
installation.
♦ Leave all components inside their static-proof bags until they are
required for the installation procedure.
♦ Handle all circuit boards and electronic components carefully.
Hold boards by the edges only. Do not flex or stress circuit
boards.
Choosing a Case
The mainboard complies with the specifications for the FlexATX system
case, although it can also be installed in most micro-ATX case designs.
The micro-ATX specifications include a maximum size of 9.0” x 7.5”
(228mm x 190mm), a reduced number of expansion slots, and support
for a smaller power supply unit.
Some features on the mainboard are implemented by cabling connectors
on the mainboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Ensure
that your case supports all the features required. The KOB 630e CFSFx
mainboard can support one or two floppy diskette drives, and four
enhanced IDE drives. Ensure that your case has sufficient power and
space for all the drives that you intend to install.
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The mainboard has a set of I/O ports on the rear edge. Ensure that your
case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots.
How to Set Jumpers
A jumper consists of two or more pins mounted on the mainboard. Some
jumpers might be arranged in a series with each pair of pins numbered
differently. Jumpers are used to change the electronic circuits on the
mainboard. When a jumper cap is placed on two jumper pins, the pins
are SHORT. If the jumper cap is removed (or placed on just a single pin)
the pins are OPEN.
This illustration shows a 2-pin jumper. When the
OPEN
SHORT
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. The jumper cap is
placed on pins 2 and 3, so this jumper setting is SHORT
PINS 2-3.
jumper cap is placed on both pins, the jumper is
SHORT. If you remove the jumper cap, or place the
jumper cap on just one pin, the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows the same 3-pin jumper. The jumper
cap is placed on pins 1 and 2, so this jumper setting is
SHORT PINS 1-2.
In this manual, all the jumper illustrations clearly show the pin numbers.
When you are setting the jumpers, make sure that the jumper caps are
placed on the correct pins to select the function or feature that you want
to enable or disable.
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Preparing the Mainboard
Mainboard Guide
Use the following illustration and key to identify the components on your
mainboard.
JP6
DIMM1
DIMM2
JP8
IDE1
IDE2
JHD1
TX1
JP2
JP5
JP3
Socket-370
CPUFAN1
CD-IN
SPDIF1
J4
CASFAN1
J1
JP7
J6
J3
TV-Out/LCD Panel Riser Slot
PCI1
PCI2
COM2
JP1
JP9
WOM1
FDD1
SIR1
J5
PANEL1
WOl1
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Key to Mainboard Components
Component
Description
Socket-370 Socket for PPGA Celeron Processors
PCI 1, 2
TV-Out/LCD
Two 32-bit PCI Slots
Slot for a TV-Out/LCD Panel Riser card.
Panel Riser
DIMM 1, 2 Two slots for 168-pin SDRAM memory module
FDD1 Connector for floppy disk drives
IDE1, IDE2 Primary and secondary IDE channels
ATX1 Connector for ATX power supply
SIR1 Connector for optional infrared port
PANEL1
Panel connector for switches and indicators
WOM1 Connector for modem wake up
WOL1 Connector for LAN wake up
SPDIF1 SPDIF In/out connector (24-bit digital audio
interface)
*LED2 DIMM Power LED
COM2 Connector for serial port 2/4
CASFAN1 Power connector for case cooling fan
CPUFAN1 Power connector for CPU cooling fan
CD-IN Audio connector for CD-ROM/DVD drive
JHD1 Auxiliary keyboard connector
JP1 Clear CMOS jumper
Keyboard power on jumper
JP2
JP3, JP4, JP5,
and JP8
These jumpers are featured, but currently not
supported
JP7
Select PAL/NTSC output for optional TV/LCD card
JP9
Flash BIOS jumper
J1 Header for digital I/O port on front panel (optional)
J3 Auxiliary audio connector for CD-ROM/DVD drive
J4 Connector for modem DAA module
J5 Connector for two-color LED
J6 Header for analog I/O port on front panel (optional)
*LED2
This red indicator turns on whenever the system enters Suspend-to-RAM
mode.
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I/O Ports Side View
PS2KBM
USB1
Key to I/O Ports
Component Description
PS2KBM PS/2 port for pointing device (upper port)
JS (Upper) External game/MIDI port
JS (Lower) Audio jacks for (from left to right) line out, line
JSLPT1
COM1
VGA1
JS
PS/2 port for keyboard (lower port)
LPT1 External parallel port
in, microphone
VGA1 External monitor port
COM1 External serial port COM1/3
USB1 Two stacked Universal Serial Bus ports
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Check the Jumper Settings
Check all the mainboard jumpers to ensure that the board is configured
correctly.
JP2
JP7
JP1
JP9
JP1 Clear CMOS Memory Jumper
This jumper lets you erase the system setup settings that are stored in
CMOS memory. You might need to erase this data if incorrect settings
are preventing your system from operating. To clear the CMOS memory,
turn off the system, disconnect the power cable from the mainboard, and
short the appropriate pins for a few seconds.
JP1
1 2 3
Function Jumper Cap
Clear CMOS Short pins 1-2
Normal Operation Short pins 2-3
JP2: Keyboard Power On Jumper
This jumper lets you use a typed-in password as a power switch to turn
your system on. If you enable this property, you need to define the
password or the hot keys using the setup utility. See Chapter 3.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable keyboard power on Short pins 1-2
Disable keyboard power on Short pins 2-3
JP2
1 2 3
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JP7: PAL/NTSC selection jumper
Use this 2-pin jumper to set the video output from the optional TV/LCD
card to either PAL or NTSC
JP7
Function Jumper Cap
Enable PAL Short pins 1-2
Enable NTSC Open pins 1-2
1 2
JP9: Flash BIOS Jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to allow the BIOS CMOS memory to be flashed,
i.e. a new BIOS version to written to the CMOS chip onboard.
JP9
1 2 3
Function Jumper Cap
Enable Flash BIOS Short pins 1-2
Normal operation Short pins 2-3
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Install the Mainboard in the Case
The mainboard is drilled with a series of holes. Most system cases have
mounting brackets installed in the case which correspond to the holes in
the mainboard. You can secure the mainboard in the system case by
placing the mainboard over the mounting brackets and driving screws
through the mainboard into the mounting brackets.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure
that the I/O template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the
rear edge of the mainboard.
Note: Do not overtighten the screws as this can stress the
mainboard.
The illustration below shows a mainboard installing in a standard
desktop case.
Power Supply
Unit
Drive
Cage
I/O
Template
Expansion
Slots
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The illustration below shows the mainboard installing into a tower-type
case.
Power Supply
Unit
Drive
Cage
I/O
Template
Expansion
Slots
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Connecting Power, Chassis Fans, and Switches and
Indicators
After you have installed the mainboard into the system case, connect the
power cable from the case power supply unit to the mainboard power
connector ATX1. Connect the chassis/CPU fans (if your case has them)
to the 12V power supply connectors CASFAN1or CPUFAN1 on the
mainboard. Then connect the case switches and indicators to the
PANEL connector and the J5 LED connector on the mainboard.
CPUFAN1
ATX1
J5
CASFAN1
PANEL1
Power Connector
Locate the power cable from the case power supply unit and plug it into
the ATX1 power connector.
Chassis and CPU Fans
If your case has a cooling fan installed in the chassis, plug the cable
from the chassis-mounted fan into the mainboard 12V power supply
connector CASFAN1. If your CPU has a cooling fan, plug the cable into
the 12V power supply connector CPUFAN1.
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