M4Pe PCI/EISA
System Board Manual
Document Number: 06-00218-02, Ver. 2A
221 Warren Ave., Fremont, CA 94539-7085
August 1994
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Micronics Quick Installation
We know many experienced people prefer to read as little of the documentation as possible. If this sounds like you, here’s the short form:
1. Make backup copies of your installation and configuration diskettes.
2. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static discharge, then remove the
M4Pe from its packaging.
3. Configure and verify the system board’s jumper settings. (See Jumper
Settings in Chapter 2)
4. Install the CPU and the system memory. (See Chapter 3)
5. Install the motherboard into the system case and make all of the neces-
sary
case connections.
6. Install any ISA, PCI, and EISA add-on peripherals. (See Chapter 3)
Do not replace the computer cover until you have verified the
system is working properly.
7. Turn the computer on and press the <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Esc> keys
simultaneously when you see the screen below:
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8. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to match what is
installed in your system. If installing an IDE drive, select the IDE
device you wish
to configure. Press <Enter> with AUTO CONFIG selected and the
BIOS will automatically configure the drive for you. (See Chapter 4)
9. After you have configured the Main Setup menu, make any desired
setting configurations in the Advanced and Security menu. When
finished, go to the exit screen, press the <F4> key (Save Values, Exit
SETUP, and Reboot), and you are finished with the BIOS configuration.
(See Chapter 4)
10. Insert the MCS EISA Configuration Utility into Drive A or Drive B and
type:
a:cf <Enter>
or
b:cf <Enter>
Follow the directions and install the necessary drivers for your EISA
peripherals. (See Chapter 5)
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Contents
Introduction........................................................................ 1-1
Features..................................................................................... 1-2
Software Compatibility ............................................................. 1-2
Configuring the M4Pe........................................................ 2-1
Static Electricity........................................................................ 2-1
Office Environment................................................................... 2-1
M4Pe Components.................................................................... 2-2
Jumper Settings......................................................................... 2-3
Installing the M4Pe, System Memory, CPUs and
Peripherals......................................................................... 3-1
Installation of the M4Pe............................................................ 3-2
Tools Required ....................................................................................... 3-2
Equipment Required .............................................................................. 3-2
System Memory ........................................................................ 3-3
The SIMMs ............................................................................................ 3-3
Installing the SIMMs ............................................................................. 3-3
Removing SIMMs .................................................................................. 3-4
Memory Configuration .......................................................................... 3-5
Installing a CPU ........................................................................ 3-6
Installing Cache Memory .......................................................... 3-7
Upgrading to 256K Cache ..................................................................... 3-7
Upgrading to 512K Cache ..................................................................... 3-8
Installing a PCI Peripheral Card................................................ 3-9
Installing an EISA Peripheral Card ......................................... 3-10
Installing an ISA Peripheral Card ............................................3-11
The BIOS Setup Utility....................................................... 4-1
Configuration ............................................................................ 4-1
Initial Boot Up .......................................................................... 4-1
Setup ......................................................................................... 4-2
Running the Setup Procedure ................................................... 4-3
Setting the CMOS Main Screen............................................... 4-3
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System Time and Date ........................................................................... 4-4
Diskette A or B....................................................................................... 4-4
Hard Disk 1, 2, 3, or 4 (IDE Drives Only) ............................................ 4-4
Base Memory and Extended Memory.................................................... 4-4
System Password .................................................................................... 4-4
Setup Password ...................................................................................... 4-5
Video Card ............................................................................................. 4-5
Keyboard ................................................................................................ 4-5
NumLock at Boot ................................................................................... 4-5
Setting the CMOS Extended Screen......................................... 4-6
On-Board PCI IDE................................................................................. 4-6
Master Speed (On-Board PCI IDE) ....................................................... 4-6
On-Board ISA IDE ................................................................................. 4-6
On-Board Floppy.................................................................................... 4-7
Serial Port A........................................................................................... 4-7
Serial Port B ........................................................................................... 4-7
Parallel Port ............................................................................................ 4-7
Parallel Port IRQ.................................................................................... 4-7
Parallel Port Mode ................................................................................. 4-7
Boot Sequence ........................................................................................ 4-7
Swap Floppies ........................................................................................ 4-7
Cache State............................................................................................. 4-7
Cache Mode............................................................................................ 4-8
System BIOS .......................................................................................... 4-8
Video BIOS ............................................................................................ 4-8
Memory Gap........................................................................................... 4-8
PCI IRQ.................................................................................................. 4-8
Exit Screen ............................................................................................. 4-9
EISA Utility ......................................................................... 5-1
File Extensions .......................................................................... 5-1
Starting the Utility..................................................................... 5-2
Main Menu................................................................................ 5-3
Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information ................ 5-4
Step 2: Add or Remove Boards............................................... 5-5
Step 3: View or Edit Details .................................................... 5-6
Total System Board Memory ................................................................. 5-7
Step 4: Examine Required Switches ......................................... 5-7
Step 5: Save And Exit............................................................... 5-7
POST Messages................................................................ A-1
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Beep Codes....................................................................... B-1
Hard Disk Drive T ypes ...................................................... C-1
Specifications ................................................................... D-1
Environmental Specifications....................................................D-2
Temperature Range ................................................................................ D-2
Relative Humidity ..................................................................................D-2
Battery Disposal........................................................................D-3
FCC W arning Statement ........................................................... F-1
Glossary ....................................................................................G-1
Limited W arranty ..................................................................... W-1
Non-W arranty Service..............................................................W-2
List of Figures
Figure 2-1: M4Pe System Board.................................................................. 2-2
Figure 3-1: Installing a 72-Pin SIMM......................................................... 3-4
Figure 3-2: Installing a CPU........................................................................ 3-6
Figure 3-3: Upgrading to 256K External Cache ......................................... 3-7
Figure 3-4: Upgrading to 512K External Cache ......................................... 3-8
Figure 3-5: Installing a PCI Card ................................................................ 3-9
Figure 3-6: Installing an EISA Card ......................................................... 3-10
Figure 3-7: Installing and ISA Card...........................................................3-11
Figure 4-1: Power-Up Screen....................................................................... 4-2
Figure 4-2: CMOS Main Screen.................................................................. 4-3
Figure 4-3: CMOS Extended Screen ........................................................... 4-6
Figure 4-4: Exit Screen ................................................................................ 4-9
Figure 5-1: EISA Configuration Introduction Screen ................................. 5-2
Figure 5-2: EISA Configuration Main Menu .............................................. 5-3
Figure 5-3: Important EISA Configuration Information ............................ 5-4
Figure 5-4: Add or Remove Boards Screen ................................................. 5-5
Figure 5-5: View or Edit Details Menu ....................................................... 5-6
Figure 5-6: Total System Board Memory .................................................... 5-7
Figure 5-7: Save and Exit Screen ................................................................ 5-8
Figure 5-8 Reboot Screen............................................................................. 5-8
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List of Tables
Table 2-1: Cache Size Selection................................................................... 2-3
Table 2-2: CPU Selection............................................................................. 2-4
Table 2-3: SL Enhanced CPU Selection...................................................... 2-4
Table 2-4: PS/2 Mouse Selection ................................................................. 2-4
Table 2-5: DPU Selection............................................................................. 2-5
Table 2-6: Tag Selection............................................................................... 2-5
Table 2-7: IDE Selection.............................................................................. 2-5
Table 2-8: Parity/Non Patiry SIMM Settings .............................................. 2-6
Table 2-9: Reserved Jumpers ....................................................................... 2-6
Table 2-10: PCI Compliant IRQ Jumper Header......................................... 2-6
Table 2-11: Case and Peripheral Connections............................................. 2-7
Table 3-1: Common Memory Configurations.............................................. 3-5
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1Introduction
Congratulations! You just purchased the Micronics M4Pe. The M4Pe
is a high-performance system board designed to be the foundation of
your personal computer, workstation or file server.
The M4Pe is a 486 based system board and supports all of the most
popular 486 microprocessors.
The M4Pe also comes with many built in features. This includes built
in support for four IDE hard drives, a floppy drive port, a bi-directional
parallel port, and two high speed serial ports.
Micronics builds all products to exacting standards, using the highest
quality components available. We are proud to provide you with this
system board and hope it brings you years of reliable service.
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Features
The M4Pe includes the following features:
m Clock synthesized support for 486 processors.
Intel 80486SX, 25MHz or 33MHz
Intel 80486DX. 33MHz
Intel 80486DX2, 50MHz or 66 MHz
Intel 80486DX4, 100MHz
m Three 32-bit PCI slots and five 32-bit EISA slots.
m L2 write-back cache support (128K, 256K, or 512K).
m Supports up to 128MB of on-board memory.
m PCI Local Bus IDE controller.
m Secondary ISA IDE controller.
m Floppy controller (Supports 2.88MB, 1.44MB, 1.2MB, 720K, and 360K
floppy drive).
m Two high speed NS16550 compatible serial ports.
m Bi-directional parallel port.
m Upgradeable Flash Phoenix BIOS.
m Standard AT form-factor system board.
Software Compatibility
The M4Pe system board has been thoroughly tested for compatibility with a
variety of operating systems and environments, including:
m Windows and Windows NT
m OS/2
m SCO UNIX and Open Desktop
m Novell NetWare
m MS-DOS
m PC-DOS
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Configuring the M4Pe
Although the M4Pe system board is packaged in protective materials, it
is important to use care while unpacking and setting up.
Static Electricity
The M4Pe is shipped from the factory in an antistatic bag. To reduce
the possibility of damage, it is important to neutralize any accumulated
static charges on your body before handling the board. The best way to
do this is to ground yourself using a special wrist or ankle strap. If you
do not have a strap, you should touch both of your hands to a safely
grounded object. Then ground the M4Pe via the solder pads surrounding one of its mounting holes.
Once the M4Pe is removed from its packaging, place it on top of the
antistatic bag. Carefully inspect the board for damage which may have
occurred during shipment.
Office Environment
Make sure the finished computer system is in an area with good
ventilation. The system should not be in direct sunlight, near heaters,
or exposed to moisture, dust, or dirt.
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Figure 2-1 M4Pe System Board
Configuring the M4Pe
Jumper Settings
Table 2-1 lists jumper settings for cache configuration selections.
Jumper Function Setting
W1 Level 2 write-back cache (default)
Level 2 write-through cache
W4 Internal write-through cache (default)
Internal write-back cache
W5 128K of Level 2 cache
256K of Level 2 cache (default)
512K of Level 2 cache
W21 Level 2 cache Installed (default)
Level 2 cache Not Installed
W22 128K of Level 2 cache
256K of Level 2 cache (default)
512K of Level 2 cache
W23 128K of Level 2 cache
256K of Level 2 cache (default)
512K of Level 2 cache
W25 Level 2 cache 0 wait state (default)
Level 2 cache 1 wait state
W51 128K of Level 2 cache
256K of Level 2 cache (default)
512K of Level 2 cache
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1-2
Not Installed
Insta lled
Not Installed
Insta lled
Insta lled
Not Installed
Insta lled
Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Insta lled
Not Installed
Not Installed
Insta lled
Not Installed
Not Installed
Insta lled
T able 2-1 Cache Size Selection
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Table 2-2 lists jumper settings for the type of CPU used on the system board.
Jumper Function Setting
W2 486SX
All other CPUs (default)
W3 P24T CPU
All other CPUs (default)
W16 25MHz
33MHz
W20 25MHz
33MHz
W33 486SX, DX, DX2, &DX4
DX4 future use (reserved)
DX4 internal double clock
T able 2-2 CPU Selection
2-3
1-2 & 3-4
Not Installed
Insta lled
Not Installed
Insta lled
Insta lled
Not Installed
Not Installed
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2-3
Table 2-3 lists jumper settings for installing a SL Enhanced CPU.
Jumper SL Enhanced CPU Non-SL Enhanced CPU
W34 Installed Not Installed
W45 Installed Not Installed
W52 2-3 1-2
W53 Installed Not Installed
T able 2-3 SL Enhanced CPU Selection
Table 2-4 lists jumper settings for the PS/2 mouse selection.
Jumper Function Setting
W10 PS/2 mouse installed (default)
PS/2 mouse not installed
T able 2-4 PS/2 Mouse Selection
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Not Installed
Installed
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Table 2-5 lists the jumper setting for the Data Path Unit (DPU) selection.
Jumper Function Setting
W17 DPU generates parity
CPU generates parity
W18 DPU forces parity error
DPU does not force parity error
T able 2-5 DPU Selection
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2-3
1-2
2-3
Table 2-6 lists the jumper settings for Tag selection.
Jumper Function Setting
W24 7-Bit tag
8-Bit tag
9-Bit tag
W26 7-Bit tag
8-Bit tag
9-Bit tag
T able 2-6 Tag Selection
Not Installed
Insta lled
Insta lled
Installed
Installed
Not Installed
Table 2-7 lists the jumper settings for IDE selection.
Jumper Function Setting
W35 PCI IDE uses IRQ14 (default)
PCI IDE does not use IRQ14
W37 PCI IDE uses PCI INTA
PCI IDE PCI INTA not used (default)
W38 PCI IDE uses IRQ15
PCI IDE ISA IRQ not used (default)
W42 ISA IDE uses ISA IRQ14
ISA IDE uses ISA IRQ15 (default)
W43 ISA IDE uses DMA channel 6
ISA IDE uses DMA channel 7
ISA IDE uses PIO transfer (default)
W44 ISA IDE uses DMA channel 6
ISA IDE uses CMA channel 7
ISA IDE uses PIO transfer (default)
T able 2-7 IDE Selection
Installed
Not Installed
Installed
Not Installed
Installed
Not Installed
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2-3
1-2
2-3
Not Installed
1-2
2-3
Not Installed
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Table 2-8 lists the jumper settings to select parity or non-parity SIMMs.
Jumper Function Setting
W60 Enable memory parity check (default)
Disable memory parity check
T able 2-8 Parity/Non-Parity SIMM Settings
Installed
Not Installed
W arning:
Parity and non-parity SIMMs cannot be mixed.
Table 2-9 lists the jumpers with reserved settings. Do not reconfigure these
jumpers.
Jumper Function Setting
W6 Reserved 2-3
W8 Reserved Installed
W19 Reserved Installed
W50 Reserved Not Installed
T able 2-9 Reserved Jumpers
Table 2-10 lists the jumper settings for the compliant IRQ jumper header.
Jumper Settings
J101
Open (Default)
Pin 2: Reroute to ISA IRQ1
Pin 3: Reroute to ISA IRQ3
Pin 4: Reroute to ISA IRQ4
Pin 5: Reroute to ISA IRQ5
Pin 6: Reroute to ISA IRQ6
Pin 7: Reroute to ISA IRQ7
Pin 8: Reroute to ISA IRQ8
Pin 9: Reroute to ISA IRQ9
Pin 10: Reroute to ISA IRQ10
Pin 11: Reroute to ISA IRQ11
Pin 12: Reroute to ISA IRQ12
Pin 13: Reroute to ISA IRQ14
Pin 14: Reroute to ISA IRQ15
Table 2-10 PCI Compliant IRQ Jumper Header
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Table 2-11 lists jumper settings for case and peripheral device connections.
Jumper Function Notes
J21 VL IDE Connector Primary
J22 ISA IDE Connector Secondary
J9 Floppy Connector
J8 Parallel Port Connector Can be disabled in
CMOS.
J11 Serial Port (Com 1) Can be disabled in
CMOS.
J10 Serial Port (Com 2) Can be disabled in
CMOS.
J1 PS/2 Keyboard Connector
J2 PS/2 Mouse Connector
J6 & J7 Power Supply Connector
W28 Turbo LED 1-5V DC; 2- Ground
W29 Turbo Switch
W15 Reset
W39 HD LED 1 1-5V DC; 2- Ground
W46 HD LED 2 1-5V DC; 2- Ground
W12 Keylock/ Power LED 1-Power; 2-N/C; 3-
Ground; 4-5V DC
J5 Speaker Connector 1-Speaker; 2-N/C; 3-
Ground; 4-5V DC
J102 Fan Power Connector 1-+12V DC; 2-Ground
Table 2-1 1 Case and Peripheral Connections
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Installing the M4Pe, System
Memory, CPUs and Peripherals
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This section explains how to install the M4Pe system board, SIMMs,
CPUs, and peripherals.
Warning:
Before installing or removing any peripherals or components, make
sure you have a clear work space and that you adhere to all antistatic precautions (see page 2-1). Micronics recommends only
trained technicians operate on the system board. Damage which
occurs to the board while adding or removing peripherals or components may void the warranty.
If problems arise while installing peripherals, contact the computer
outlet where you purchased the peripheral or Micronics’ Technical
Support Department.
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Installation of the M4Pe
The installation of the M4Pe system board depends on the type of case you
have. Prior to installing the M4Pe, make sure you have a clear work space
available and adhere to all anti-static precautions.
If you are unfamiliar with installing a motherboard, it is highly recommended
you read the computer user’s manual or contact your dealer’s technical
support department.
Tools Required
Micronics recommends using the following tools to install the M4Pe:
m Small Phillips screwdriver.
m Tweezers or a pair of needle-nose pliers.
m Tray (to hold loose screws).
Equipment Required
Micronics recommends using the following equipment with the M4Pe for a
typical configuration:
m Chassis with standard hardware.
m A high quality power supply capable of providing continuous power
within a 5 volt range, plus or minus 5% (eg. 4.75 to 5.25). A power
filter may be added for areas with noisy transmission.
m AT compatible keyboard.
m Eight ohm speaker.
m Standard ribbon cables for internal connections.
m Shielded AC power cable (grounded).
m Heat sink (for DX2 and DX4 processors).
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System Memory
The M4Pe will accomodate a maximum of 128MB using on-board 256Kx36
(1MB) through 8Mx36 (32MB) SIMMs.
The SIMMs
The M4Pe has four 36-bit (72-pin) SIMM sockets that must be filled two at a
time. Fill bank 0 and bank 1 first. Then fill bank 2 and bank 3, if necessary.
The SIMMs must be rated at 70ns or faster. Use the following guidelines
when installing additional memory:
m Banks 0 and 1 must be filled with identical SIMMs. When installing
different size SIMMs, install the larger size SIMMs into banks 0 and
one and the smaller size into banks 2 and 3.
m Banks 2 and 3, if filled, must contain the same size SIMM.
m All memory must be either all parity SIMMs or all non-parity
SIMMs.
Note:
For long term reliability, Micronics recommends using SIMMs with goldplated contacts. The use of tin-plated contacts may conflict with the goldplated contacts of the SIMM socket.
Installing the SIMMs
Perform the following steps to install the SIMMs:
1. Hold the SIMM so the NOTCHED edge points towards the CPU
socket.
2. Insert the SIMM at a 45 degree angle.
3. Gently push the SIMM to an upright position until it “snaps” into
place.
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Figure 3-1 Installing a 72-Pin SIMM
Removing SIMMs
Perform the following steps to remove SIMMs, if necessary:
1. With both thumbs (or fingers), press the release tabs away from the
socket.
2. With the SIMM free from the release tabs, lift the module out at a 45
degree angle, and place in an anti-static bag or package.
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Memory Configuration
Table 3-1 lists the most common memory configuration. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory installed.
Bank 0 Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Total
4MB 4MB 8MB
4MB 4MB 4MB 4MB 16MB
8MB 8MB 16MB
8MB 8MB 4MB 4MB 24MB
8MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 32MB
16MB 16MB 32MB
16MB 16MB 4MB 4MB 40MB
16MB 16MB 8MB 8MB 48MB
16MB 16MB 16MB 16MB 64MB
32MB 32MB 64MB
32MB 32MB 4MB 4MB 72MB
32MB 32MB 8MB 8MB 80MB
32MB 32MB 16MB 16MB 96MB
32MB 32MB 32MB 32MB 128MB
Table 3-1 Common Memory Configurations
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Installing a CPU
The microprocessor chip (often called the CPU) regulates the basic functions
of a personal computer and is arguably the most important component on a
system board. On the M4Pe, the CPU can easily be replaced with a faster
“upgrade” processor to increase the overall performance of the system.
To install an upgrade processor:
1. Power off the computer and remove its cover.
2. Ground yourself and excercise all anti-static precautions as ex-
plained
in Chapter 2.
3. Locate the ZIF socket on the system board (refer to Figure 3-2).
4. Lift the lever of the socket.
5. Locate pin 1 on the processor and pin 1 on the socket (see
Figure 3-2). Gently set the processor into the socket, making sure
pin 1 on the processor and pin 1 on the socket are aligned.
6. Push the lever down until it locks into place.
7. Configure the board’s jumper settings (see Table 2-2).
The upgrade is complete and the system is ready to operate.
Figure 3-2 Installing a CPU
W arning:
Many processors require a heat sink or cooling fan. Failure to provide
adequate cooling of the processor may seriously affect system performance
or cause permanent damage to the processor.
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Installing Cache Memory
Warning:
SRAM are very static sensitive. Follow all anti-static procedures explained
in Chapter 2 before handling these devices.
In addition to the internal (L1) cache built into the 486 processor, the M4Pe
also supports external (L2) cache. The M4Pe is available with 128K, 256K,
or 512K external cache.
Upgrading to 256K Cache
Boards with 128K can be upgraded to 256K by adding four 32K x 8 SRAM
chips, rated at 15 nanoseconds or faster (Figure 3-3). Complete the following
steps to upgrade your system to 256K:
1. Turn off the computer system and remove its cover.
2. Locate Sockets U20, U21, U22, and U23.
3. Align the notch on the SRAM chip with the notch on the socket..
4. Carefully place the chips into place, making sure each pin is inserted
into the proper receptacle.
5. Configure the jumpers for 256K of Level 2 Cache (Table 2-1).
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Figure 3-3 Upgrading to 256K External Cache
Upgrading to 512K Cache
Boards can be upgraded to 512K by removing any SRAM chips installed in
Sockets U20, U21, U22, and U23 and adding four 128K x 8 SRAM chips,
rated at 15 nanoseconds or faster (Figure 3-4). Complete the following steps
to upgrade your system to 512K:
1. Turn off the computer system and remove its cover.
2. Locate sockets U20, U21, U22, and U23 and remove any SRAM
chips installed in these sockets.
3. Locate sockets U24, U25, U26, and U27.
4. Align the notch on the SRAM chip with the notch on the socket.
5. Carefully place the chips into place, making sure each pin is inserted
into the proper receptacle.
6. Configure the jumpers for 512K of Level 2 Cache (Table 2-1).
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Figure 3-4 Upgrading to 512K External Cache
Installing System Memory and Add-On Peripherals
Installing a PCI Peripheral Card
Micronics PCI slots accommodate all PCI peripherals which meet Intel’s PCI
standard. Complete the following steps to install a PCI card:
1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover.
2. Choose an unused PCI slot and remove the slot cover.
3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot. Never insert
the card at an angle!
4. Carefully push the card straight down, making sure the card is fully
inserted.
5. Replace the screw which holds the card into place.
6. Replace the computer cover.
7. Read the card’s manual for additional instructions concerning
installation and software drivers.
Figure 3-5 Installing a PCI Card
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Installing an EISA Peripheral Card
Micronics EISA slots accommodate all EISA peripherals which meet the
EISA standard. Complete the following steps to install an EISA card:
1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover.
2. Choose an unused EISA slot and remove the slot cover.
3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot. Never insert
the card at an angle!
4. Carefully push the card straight down, making sure the card is fully
inserted.
5. Replace the screw which holds the card into place.
6. Replace the computer cover.
7. Read the card’s manual for additional instructions concerning
installation and software drivers.
8. Run the EISA configuration utility discussed in Chapter 5.
Figure 3-6 Installing an EISA Card
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Installing an ISA Peripheral Card
Micronics EISA slots accommodate all ISA peripherals which meet the ISA
standard. Complete the following steps to install an ISA card:
1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover.
2. Choose an unused EISA slot and remove the slot cover.
3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot. Never insert
the card at an angle!
4. Carefully push the card straight down, making sure the card is fully
inserted.
5. Replace the screw which holds the card into place.
6. Replace the computer cover.
7. Read the card’s manual for additional instructions concerning
installation and software drivers.
Figure 3-7 Installing an ISA Card
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4The BIOS Setup Utility
Configuration
After the M4Pe system board and all hardware is installed, the system
is ready for configuration. Before turning on the computer, make sure
all cables are correctly connected and all jumpers are correctly set.
It is recommended you keep the computer cover off the first time you
boot the system. If you have any difficulties, they will be easier to
correct.
Initial Boot Up
Power up the M4Pe. If the system doesn’t properly boot, check all your
cables and peripherals for bad connections. You may also get beep
codes or error messages. If this occurs, consult Appendices A and/or B
for a guide to possible solutions.
After the system properly boots, it is ready to be configured. The
following pages explain the proper procedures for BIOS configuration.
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Setup
The Setup program is used to configure the computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/
Output System). The computer’s BIOS is responsible for customizing the
operating system to your specific computer. In order for the computer to run
properly, run the Setup procedure after first installing the system board and
whenever you make a major change to the system.
After the system is turned on and goes through a memory test, the Power-Up
Screen (Figure 4-1) will appear on your monitor:
Figure 4-1 Power-Up Screen
After the screen appears, press the <F2> key to begin the Setup procedure.
The CMOS Main Screen (Figure 4-2) should appear and the prompt should
be on the time line. If the Power-Up Screen does not appear but a DOS
prompt does (ie. A:\ or C:\), press the <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <s> keys simultaneously to begin the Setup procedure.
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The BIOS Setup Utility
Running the Setup Procedure
The M4Pe system board has two CMOS configuration screens: the Main
Screen (Figure 4-2) and the Extended Screen (Figure 4-3). To toggle between
the screens, press the PgUp/PgDn keys.
Configure the computer’s parameters to match your specific requirements.
The following pages describe the procedures to complete the BIOS Setup.
To return to the CMOS configuration screens at any time, press <Ctrl>,
<Alt>, and <s> simultaneously.
Setting the CMOS Main Screen
The CMOS Main Screen (Figure 4-2) is used to set the time and date, to set
the floppy drive types, to configure the hard disks, and to configure the video.
This section explains how to configure each of these categories. To move
between the categories, use the arrow keys <←↑↓→>. To change a category
setting, use the <+/-> keys.
Figure 4-2 CMOS Main Screen
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System Time and Date
To set the time, use the minus <-> key to decrease the number and the plus
<+> key to increase the number. To move the prompt forward, use the right
arrow <→> key; to move the prompt backward, use the left arrow <←> key.
Follow the same procedure for the date.
Diskette A or B
This allows you to configure a diskette drive added or removed from your
computer. Use the <+/-> keys to toggle between the options.
Hard Disk 1, 2, 3, or 4 (IDE Drives Only)
This selection allows you to configure a hard disk installed in your system.
Use the <+/-> keys to toggle between the options. See Appendix C for a
complete listing of all possible hard drive types.
To install SCSI hard drives, select NOT INSTALLED and follow the installation instructions that came with the SCSI adapter.
To manually configure a hard drive, select USER 1, 2, 3, or 4. Press the right
arrow <→> key and type in the appropriate parameters.
To automatically configure an IDE hard drive, select AUTO. Drives which
may be auto-configured report parameters to the BIOS.
Base Memory and Extended Memory
Both of these memory settings are automatically configured. Use the down
arrow <↓> key to move to the next selection.
System Password
When enabled, a password will be required to enter the system.
To set a system password, set this category to ENABLED. After you have
finished configuring the BIOS, press the <Esc> key to exit and the <F4> key
to save the changes and reboot. When the system reboots, it will ask you to
enter a new password. After you enter the new password, the System Password feature will be in effect.
Warning:
If you forget your password, it cannot be changed without discharging the
CMOS.
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Setup Password
When enabled, a password will be required to enter Setup.
To set a setup password, set this category to ENABLED. After you have
finished configuring the BIOS, press the <Esc> key to exit and the <F4> key
to save the changes and reboot. After the system reboots, press <Ctrl>,
<Alt>, and <s> simultaneously to re-enter the setup program. On re-entering
the Setup program, you will be asked to enter a new password. After you
enter the new password, the Setup Password feature will be in effect.
Video Card
This sets the type of monitor installed in your computer. It may be set for
VGA/EGA, Monochrome (MONO), CGA40, CGA80, or not installed. Use
the <+/-> keys to toggle between the options.
Keyboard
If the keyboard category is set to INSTALLED, the computer will test the
keyboard during boot. If set for NOT INSTALLED, the system will ignore
any keyboard errors and always attempt to boot. Set this for INSTALLED
unless using the system board in an application which does not require a
keyboard.
NumLock at Boot
This sets the NUMLOCK on the keyboard to the ON position after the
computer is “booted up.” NUMLOCK keeps the number keys as numbers.
You can then disable the NUMLOCK after boot up by pressing the
NUMLOCK key .
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Setting the CMOS Extended Screen
Press the PgUp/PgDn key to set the parameters on the CMOS extended screen
(Figure 4-3).
Figure 4-3 CMOS Extended Screen
On-Board PCI IDE
The Primary IDE can be selected as ENABLED or DISABLED. If enabled,
be sure this setting does not conflict with any SCSI cards or other peripherals.
Master Speed (On-Board PCI IDE)
This option customizes the speed of the hard drive. The selections include
Auto, Fast, Medium and Normal. Select Auto and the BIOS will automatically configure your hard drive for the highest performance it will support.
On-Board ISA IDE
The Secondary IDE can be selected as ENABLED or DISABLED. If enabled, be sure this setting does not conflict with any add-on peripherals.
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On-Board Floppy
The On-Board Floppy controller may be set for ENABLED or DISABLED.
Serial Port A
Serial Port A may be set for COM1 (default), COM3, or may be disabled.
Serial Port B
Serial Port B may be set for COM2 (default), COM4, or may be disabled.
Parallel P ort
The parallel port may be set for LPT1 (default), LPT2, or may be disabled.
Parallel Port IRQ
The Parallel Port IRQ can be selected as IRQ5 or IRQ7. The default for
LPT1 is IRQ7. Be sure the IRQ setting is different than all other peripherals.
Parallel Port Mode
The parallel port may be set for AT (output mode) or PS/2 (bidirectional
mode).
Boot Sequence
This category selects the order the system searches for a boot disk and can be
set for “A: First” or “C: First.”
Swap Floppies
This category can be set to remap the floppy drives. It can be set for NORMAL (default) or SWAPPED. For normal operation, Drive A: and Drive B:
work normally. When “Swapped” is selected, Drive A: becomes Drive B:,
and Drive B: becomes Drive A:.
Cache State
This selection allows you to enable the internal (80486) cache, or both the
internal and external cache. For optimum performance, select BOTH .
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Cache Mode
This option selects the type of level 2 cache installed in the system. The
choices are WRITE-BACK or WRITE-THROUGH. When adding additional
cache, make sure the jumpers are correctly set.
System BIOS
The System BIOS allows you to “shadow” the BIOS on the system board.
Choosing SHADOWED & CACHED copies the system BIOS into RAM for
faster execution and makes the memory region cacheable. This allows you to
take advantage of the high-speed 32-bit bus and the 70 nanosecond RAM.
Choosing SHADOWED copies the system BIOS into RAM, but does not
cache any memory region. You can also select DISABLED.
Video BIOS
The Video BIOS allows you to “shadow” the BIOS on the video card.
Choosing SHADOWED & CACHED copies the video BIOS into RAM for
faster execution and makes the memory region cacheable. Choosing SHADOWED copies the video into RAM, but does not cache any memory region. If
your video card cannot be shadowed, this selection must be set to DISABLED.
Memory Gap
When enabled, this category removes the memory between 15 and 16 megabytes from the system. This one megabyte hole will allow some ISA network
cards to map into this memory space. Banyon ICA network cards require this
feature. Enable this feature only if needed.
PCI IRQ
If you are using a PCI device that requires an IRQ, it is important that you set
this category to match the IRQ of the adapter. It can be set for IRQ5, IRQ11,
or IRQ15. If you are not using any PCI adapters which require an IRQ, set
this to NONE.
Note:
When setting IRQs, make sure no peripherals share the same IRQ.
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The BIOS Setup Utility
Exit Screen
Press the <Esc> key to reach the Exit Pop-Up screen (Figure 4-4). Now
select <F4> to save and initialize the new Setup.
Figure 4-4 Exit Pop-Up Screen
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5EISA Utility
The M4Pe implements the Micro Computer System EISA Configuration Utility. The EISA Configuration Utility is a software utility
designed to configure EISA peripherals. The utility is shipped on
floppy diskette with each M4Pe.
Additional configuration is achieved through a series of initialization
commands stored in non-volatile memory. The EISA Utility determines the configuration, creates the initialization commands, and
makes sure the configuration is correct. The EISA Utility automatically generates conflict-free configuration information for EISA
systems. It also provides the correct settings for the DIP switches and
jumpers.
File Extensions
For each option in an EISA system, corresponding CFG files describe
the characteristics and system resources for that board. The EISA
Utility uses the information from the CFG to create a conflict-free
configuration.
Despite the CFG’s flexibility, there may be times when the EISA Utility
cannot support all of the possible configuration options. Therefore,
extension codes known as OVL (Overlay) files may be integrated into
the EISA Utility.
The EISA Utility also creates the configuration information files which
later may be used on other computer systems. These files, labeled with
a “SCI” extension, are maintained by the EISA Utility as a backup for
the computer’s EISA non-volatile memory.
When the EISA Utility is executed, it determines if the non-volatile
memory information is valid. If the non-volatile memory information
is not valid, the configuration is restored by loading the SCI file from
the configuration disk (or by manually selecting the CFG files) and
reloading the information into non-volatile memory.
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Starting the Utility
Perform the following steps to start the EISA utility:
1. Insert the System Configuration diskette into Drive A (or B).
2. At the A: prompt, type “cf” and press <Enter>. The Configuration
Introduction screen will appear (Figure 5-1).
Note:
It is recommended you copy the files from the System Configuration diskette
to a directory on your hard drive (eg. CFG).
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Figure 5-1 EISA Configuration Introduction Screen
The EISA Utility
Main Menu
After pressing <Enter>, the main menu appears. The EISA System Configuration menu appears (Figure 5-2) and lists 5 steps for configuring the system
board. To select a step, highlight the appropriate selection, and press
<Enter>.
Figure 5-2 EISA Configuration Main Menu
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Step 1: Important EISA Configuration
Information
This step (Figure 5-3) provides seven pages of useful information on the
configuration utility. Read this prior to using the utility.
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Figure 5-3 Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information
The EISA Utility
Step 2: Add or Remove Boards
When this section is accessed, the utility scans and locates the EISA boards
installed. The current configuration is listed. Figure 5-4 shows the Add or
Remove Boards screen.
This section allows you to configure the system to the new EISA board(s)
installed on or removed from the system. Follow the instructions on the
screen.
Figure 5-4 Add or Remove Boards Screen
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Step 3: View or Edit Details
When this screen is accessed, the utility defaults to the last selected setting for
the system. You may add or remove more memory with the Total System
Board Memory section. Figure 5-5 shows the View or Edit Details screen.
The system board base memory can be accessed, but can not be changed. The
base memory is always 640KB.
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Figure 5-5 View or Edit Details Menu
The EISA Utility
Total System Board Memory
To change the total system board memory, highlight the selection and press
<Enter>. The Total System Board Memory screen appears (Figure 5-6).
Figure 5-6 Total System Board Memory
To change the memory selection, use the mouse (or directional arrow keys) to
scroll down to the correct memory size, highlight it, and press <Enter>. You
may add up to 128MB of total Memory.
Step 4: Examine Required Switches
Step 4 does not have a function at this time.
Step 5: Save And Exit
Save the new configuration as you exit the utility. When you select Step 5,
the Save and Exit screen (Figure 5-7) appears.
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Figure 5-7 Save and Exit Screen
When you save and exit, the Reboot screen (Figure 5-8) appears. Follow the
instructions on the screen to restart your system.
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Figure 5-8 Reboot Screen
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POST Messages
The following table lists the Power On Self Test (POST) messages,
possible causes, and solutions.
Message Possible Cause Solution
NO DISKETTE
CONTROLLER
DISKETTE DRIVE
RESET FAILED
DISKETTE DRIVE A
FAILURE
DISKETTE DRIVE B
FAILURE
DISKETTE READ
FAILURE; STRIKE
F1 TO RETRY
BOOT
DISPLAY ADAPTER
FAILED USING
ALTERNATE
ERRORS FOUND;
DISK X FAILED
INITIALIZATION
ERRORS FOUND;
INCORRECT
CONFIGURATION
INFORMATION;
MEMORY SIZE
MISCOMPARE
Disk controller not
found.
Disk adapter has failed
or is improperly
configured.
Drive A failed or is
missing.
Drive B failed or is
missing.
Disk is not formatted or
is defective.
The color/monochrome
switch is not set
correctly, or the primary
video adapter failed.
Hard disk configuration
information is incorrect.
The size of the base or
the expansion memory,
does not agree with
configuration
information.
Change the
Configuration.
Check the disk adapter.
Check the A drive.
Check the B drive.
Replace the diskette with
a formatted diskette and
retry.
Change the switch to the
correct setting, or check
the primary video
adapter.
Rerun SETUP and enter
the correct hard disk
information.
Enter correct memory
size and rerun SETUP
procedure.
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Message Possible Cause Solution
FIXED DISK
CONFIGURA TIO N
FAILURE
The specified
configuration is not
supported.
Correct the hard disk
configuration.
FIXED DISK
CONTROLLER
FAILURE
FIXED DISK X
FAILURE (wher e X
=0 or 1)
HARD READ
FAILURE- STRIKE
F1 TO RETRY
BOOT
FDD CONTROLLER
FAILURE
FDD A IS NOT
INSTALLED
FDD B IS NOT
INSTALLED
KEYBOARD CLOCK
LINE FAILURE or
KEYBOARD DATA
LINE FAILURE
The controller card has
Replace controller card.
failed.
The hard disk crashed. Press F1 to reboot or
rerun Setup. If this does
not work, replace hard
disk.
The hard disk failed. Press F1 to reboot or
rerun Setup. If this does
not work, replace hard
disk.
Diskette controller failed. Replace controller card.
Cannot find diskette
controller for drive A.
Cannot find diskette
controller for drive B.
Install or replace
controller card.
Install or replace
controller card.
Keyboard logic failed. Make sure the keyboard
cable is connected
correctly.
KEYBOARD STUCK
KEY FAILURE
REAL TIME CLOCK
FAILURE
TIME-OF-DAY NOT
SET- RUN SETUP
PROGRAM
BIOS XXXX ROM
BAD CHECKSUM
(where
XXXX=C8000 to
E0000)
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A key is jammed or was
held down during boot.
The real-time clock logic
failed.
The real-time clock timeof-day is not running.
The optional ROM
checksum is bad.
Make sure the keys are
not jammed or dirty.
Check battery and
replace, if necessary
Run SETUP utility.
Replace add-on card.
Message Possible Cause Solution
DISKETTE READ
FAILURE, or NOT A
BOOT DISKETTE, or
Hard/floppy disk failed or
is not bootable.
Replace the diskette with
a bootable diskette and
retry.
NO BOOT DEVICE
AVAILABLE
POST Messages
DECREASING
AVAILABLE
MEMOR Y , o r
MEMORY FAILURE
AT AAAAAAAA
READ XXXX
EXPECTING YYYY
(where AAAAAAAA
= failing address,
XXXX=data read,
and YYYY=data
written)
INVALID EISA
CONFIGURATION
STORAGE- PLEASE
RUN THE
CONFIGURATION
UTILITY
CONFIGURATION
ERROR FOR SLOT
NN- PLEASE RUN
THE
CONFIGUR ATION
UTILITY
The memory data
integrity failed.
The EISA configuration
storage checksum is
bad.
The EISA configuration
mismatched EISA
NVRAM.
Check contact points
between memory
modules and system
board. Replace memor y
modules if necessary.
Run EISA configuration
utility.
Run EISA configuration
utility and the EISA
configuration file provided
by the add-on card
dealer.
INVALID ISA
CONFIGURATION
MEMORY HAS
BEEN ADDED OR
REMOVED
The ISA configuration is
mismatched.
The memory amount
has changed.
Run setup utility.
Run setup utility.
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Beep Codes
B
Beep codes are a series of beeps sent through the speaker which
indicate a problem during POST. If text appears on the video screen,
the M4Pe has completed POST; any other tone from the speaker
indicates something other than a POST error. These tones are not
described in Table B-1.
The beep error codes are a series of three sets of beeps. The duration of
the beep tones are constant, but the length of the pauses between the
beeps varies. For example, a 1-3-3 beep code will sound like one beep,
a pause, three beeps consecutively, another pause, and then three more
beeps.
One beep code is often misunderstood. With no video card installed, or
if the video card is failing, the system board will generate a long-shortlong-short beep code. This is often interpreted as a 1-2-1 beep code.
But POST errors always vary in the length of the pause, and not the
duration of the beep tone.
Another way of identifying a POST error is to use a device called a
POST-card. This peripheral card is inserted into one of the ISA slots
and has an LED (or LCD) read out showing the contents of port 80h.
The following table provides a list of all beep codes and probable
causes.
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Beep code Contents
Description
Port 80h
None 01h CPU register test in progress.
1-1-3 02h CMOS read/write failure.
1-1-4 03h ROM BIOS check failure.
1-2-1 04h Programmable interval timer failure.
1-2-2 05h DMA initialization failure.
1-2-3 06h DMA page register write/read failure.
1-3-1 08h RAM refresh verification failure.
None 09h First 64K RAM test in progress.
1-3-3 0Ah First 64K RAM chip or data line failure (multi-bit).
1-3-4 0Bh First 64K RAM odd/even logic failure.
1-4-1 0Ch Address line failure first 64K RAM.
1-4-2 0Dh Parity failure first 64K RAM.
2-1-1 10h Bit 0 first 64K RAM failure.
2-1-2 11h Bit 1 first 64K RAM failure.
2-1-3 12h Bit 2 first 64K RAM failure.
2-1-4 13h Bit 3 first 64K RAM failure.
2-2-1 14h Bit 4 first 64K RAM failure.
2-2-2 15h Bit 5 first 64K RAM failure.
2-2-3 16h Bit 6 first 64K RAM failure.
2-2-4 17h Bit 7 first 64K RAM failure.
2-3-1 18h Bit 8 first 64K RAM failure.
2-3-2 19h Bit 9 first 64K RAM failure.
2-3-3 1Ah Bit 10 first 64K RAM failure.
2-2-4 1Bh Bit 11 first 64K RAM failure.
2-3-1 1Ch Bit 12 first 64K RAM failure.
2-4-2 1Dh Bit 13 first 64K RAM failure.
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Beep Codes
Beep code Contents
Description
Port 80h
2-4-3 1Eh Bit 14 first 64K RAM failure.
2-4-4 1Fh Bit 15 first 64K RAM failure.
3-1-1 20h Sla ve DMA register failure.
3-1-2 21h Master DMA register failure.
3-1-3 22h Master interrupt mask register failure.
3-1-4 23h Slave interrupt mask register failure.
None 25h Interrupt vector loading in progress.
3-2-4 27h Keyboard controller test failure.
None 28h CMOS power failure and checks calculati on in
progress.
None 29h CMOS configuration validation in progress.
3-3-4 2Bh Screen initialization failure.
3-4-1 2Ch Screen retrace test failure.
3-4-2 2Dh Search for video ROM in progress.
None 2Eh Screen running with video ROM.
None 30h Screen operable.
None 30h Screen running with video ROM.
None 31h Monochr ome monitor operable.
None 32h Color monitor (40 column) operable.
None 33h Color monitor (80 column) operable.
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CHard Disk Drive Types
The following table lists the hard disk types supported by M4Pe.
Type Cyl Hd Pre Lz Sec Size
1 306 4 128 305 17 10
2 980 5 -1 -1 17 40
3 980 10 -1 -1 17 81
4 872 8 -1 -1 35 119
5 1010 6 -1 -1 55 162
6 987 12 -1 -1 35 202
7 989 12 -1 -1 35 202
8 1010 9 -1 -1 55 244
9 1010 12 -1 -1 55 325
10 989 15 -1 -1 56 405
11 903 4 0 0 46 81
12 903 8 0 0 46 162
13 659 16 0 0 46 236
14 702 16 0 0 63 345
15 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
16 987 16 0 0 63 485
17 1023 16 0 0 63 503
18 895 5 0 0 55 120
19 904 8 0 0 46 162
20 683 16 0 0 58 309
21 895 10 0 0 55 240
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Type Cyl Hd Pre Lz Sec Size
22 904 16 0 0 46 324
23 1023 16 0 0 63 503
24 1024 12 0 0 17 102
25 1001 15 0 0 17 124
26 978 14 0 0 35 233
27 1018 14 0 0 62 431
28 1024 12 0 0 34 204
29 768 14 0 0 62 325
30 1024 16 0 0 63 504
31 1001 15 0 0 34 249
32 936 16 0 0 17 124
33 883 16 0 0 38 262
34 967 16 0 0 63 475
35 790 16 0 0 57 351
36 615 4 -1 615 17 20
37 1024 4 -1 1023 17 34
38 1024 5 -1 1023 17 42
39 989 5 0 989 17 41
40 1024 8 1024 1024 17 68
41 820 6 -1 820 17 40
42 823 10 256 824 17 68
43 615 8 128 664 17 40
44 User 1
45 User 2
46 User 3
47 User 4
48 Auto-Config
49 Not Insta lled
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Specifications
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Processor Options 80486 SX 25 & 33MHz
80486 DX 25 & 33MHz
80486 DX2 50 & 66MHz
486 DX4 75 & 100MHz
Chip Set Intel 82420 PCI set
(CDC, DPU, PCEB, and ESC chips)
CMD 0640 PCI IDE controller
SMC 37C665 Super I/O Controller
Expansion Two 32-bit120-pin PCI
One shared PCI/EISA
Five 32-bit EISA (all EISA bus masters)
RAM Capacity Four 72-pin (x36 type) SIMM sockets,
which accept up to 128MB of DRAM
Cache 8K of internal cache memory
128K of level 2 cache memory
Cache Upgrade Option of up to 512K of level 2 cache
memory (write-through or write-back)
IDE Two resident 40-pin IDE connectors
Auto detection of add-in IDE board
I/O Ports Two 16550-compatible serial ports
One bi-directional parallel port with ECP
and EPP support
BIOS Phoenix BIOS on 1MB Flash EPROM
Auto detection of memory size
Auto configuration of IDE hard disk drive
types
Connectors One floppy interface
One keyboard interface
Burn-in 48 hours (minimum)
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Environmental Specifications
The environment in which the M4Pe is located is critical. Micronics recommends the following environmental specifications.
Temperature Range
Operating: 50 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 50 degrees Celsius).
Non-Operating: 50 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 60 degrees Celsius).
Shipping: -22 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit (-30 to 60 degrees Celsius).
Relative Humidity
Operating: 20% to 80%
Non-Operating: 5% to 90%
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Battery Disposal
W arning:
DO NOT: open battery; dispose of in fire; recharge; put in backwards, mix
with used or other battery types.
May explode or leak and cause personal injury.
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FCC Warning Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Interference to radio or
television reception can be determined by turning the equipment off and on.
The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
M Reorient the receiving antenna.
M Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
M Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
M Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords.
Note:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Micronics could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Glossary
BIOS: for Basic Input Output System. Maintains and controls the
entire functions of the computer.
Cache: Fast memory used to enhance the efficiency and speed of
the
computer.
CPU: Central Processing Unit. Essentially, the “brains” of the
computer.
Disk Drive: Either a hard disk or a floppy diskette.
DRAM: Dynamic Random Access Memory.
EISA: Extended Industry Standard Architecture.
ISA: Industry Standard Architecture.
Jumpers: A device on the system board used to configure certain
information on the board.
POST: Power On Self Test. The computer’s self-diagnostic test,
which is executed whenever the system is booted.
Setup: Steps used to configure the system board.
SIMM: Single In-line Memory Module. SIMMs are banks of
memory used to increase the performance of the computer.
SRAM: Static Random Access Memory.
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Limited W arranty
Except as described below, Micronics warrants the products to be free from
defects in material and workmanship in normal use for a period of one (1)
year after date of purchase. Should any product fail to perform according to
this warranty at any time during the warranty period, except as provided
below, Micronics or its authorized service centers will, at Micronics’ option,
repair or replace the product at no additional charge.
The warranty does not cover loss or damage which occurs in shipment or
which is due to: (1) improper installation or maintenance, misuse, neglect or
any cause other than ordinary commercial application, including without
limitation, accidents or acts of God; (2) adjustment, repair or modification by
other than a Micronics authorized service center; (3) improper environment,
excessive or inadequate heating or air conditioning or electrical power
failures, surges or other irregularities; (4) any statement about the product
other than those set forth in this warranty; or (5) nonconformity to models or
samples shown to the purchaser. Any models or samples were for the sole
purpose of suggesting the character of the product and are not intended to
form the basis of the bargain.
A receipt or copy of the invoice with the date of purchase from a Micronics
reseller is required before any warranty service can be rendered. Service can
be obtained by calling Micronics for a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) Number.
The RMA Number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the
shipping carton of the returned product. Returned product should be shipped
prepaid or hand carried to Micronics. The purchaser assumes risk of loss or
damage in transit and, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by Micronics,
will pay inbound shipping charges.
The exclusive remedy of the purchaser under this warranty above will be
repair or replace at Micronics option, but if for any reason that remedy should
fail of its essential purpose, the exclusive remedy of the purchaser shall then
be actual damages up to amounts paid for the defective product by the
purchaser. This limited warranty shall be deemed to “fail of its essential
purpose” if, after repeated efforts, Micronics is unable to make the product
operate as warranted. Micronics’ liability for damages to the purchaser for
any cause whatsoever, regardless of the form of action and whether in
contract or in tort, shall be limited to the purchase price in effect when the
cause of action arose for the product that is the basis of the claim.
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Micronics will not be liable for any lost profits or any indirect, special
incidental or consequential damages in connection with the product, even if
Micronics has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Micronics makes no warranties or representations as to performance of
products or as to service to distributor or to any person, except as set forth in
Micronics; limited warranty accompanying delivery of product.
Micronics disclaims all other warranties whether oral, written, expressed, or
implied, including without limitation, the warranties of design, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose, if applicable, or arising from a course
of dealing, usage or trade practice.
Non-W arranty Service
After the one year warranty service is no longer in effect, repair service is
still available for Micronics products. For more information, contact
Micronics’ RMA department at (510) 683-0428 or (510) 683-0389. The
RMA department is open between 8:30 A.M. and 5 P.M. Pacific Standard
Time.
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