Hetis 900 Series
MS-6439 (V1.X) Barebone
G52-64391X1
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with 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 installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the measures listed below.
=Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
=Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
=Connec the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
=Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to
comply with the emission limits.
VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
Micro-Star International
Hetis 900
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer ence that
may cause undesired operation.
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Trademarks
All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.
Intel® and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
PS/2 and OS®/2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation.
Windows® 95/98/2000/NT/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Netware® is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc.
Award® is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
AMI® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.
U.S. Patent Numbers.
4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection tech-
nology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineer-
ing or disassembly is prohibited.
Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First release January 2007
Copyright Notice
The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR
INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no
guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under
continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
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Safety Instructions
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’ s Manual for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the
equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 115/230V
before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not
place anything over the power cord.
8. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:
- The power cord or plug is damaged.
- Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
- The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
- The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
- The equipment has dropped and damaged.
- The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED,
STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 400 C (1020F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE
EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Warning:
1. For every changes in powercord’s usage, please use an approved power
cord with condition greater or equal to H05VV-F,3G , 0.75mm2.
2. Internal part is hazardous moving parts, please keep fingers and other
body parts away.
3. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible.
4. Do not disable the protective earth pin from the plug, the equipment must
be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
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WEEE Statement
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1. Getting Started....................................................................................1-1
Mainboard Specifications..............................................................................1-2
System Configuration....................................................................................1-4
Thermal Solution............................................................................................1-7
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup..................................................................................2-1
Mainboard Layout.........................................................................................2-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit)......................................................................2-3
Memory..........................................................................................................2-4
Power Supply................................................................................................2-5
Front Panel....................................................................................................2-6
Back Panel.....................................................................................................2-7
Connectors....................................................................................................2-9
Jumper...........................................................................................................2-12
Slot................................................................................................................2-13
Chapter 3. System Assembly...............................................................................3-1
Overview.....................................................................................................3-2
Installation Tools....................................................................................3-2
Installation Screws...............................................................................3-2
Checking the Items................................................................................3-3
Installation Procedures.................................................................................3-4
Removing Chassis Cover....................................................................3-4
Installing Hard Disk Drive (HDD)...........................................................3-5
Installing Optical Disk Drive (ODD).......................................................3-6
Installing Card Reader (Optional).........................................................3-7
Installing Memory Modules...................................................................3-8
Installing CPU........................................................................................3-9
Installing CPU Cooler............................................................................3-10
Restoring Chassis Cover......................................................................3-11
Installing Footstand...............................................................................3-12
Chapter 4. BIOS Setup.............................................................................................4-1
Entering Setup.............................................................................................4-2
Control Keys........................................................................................4-3
Getting Help..........................................................................................4-3
General Help <F1>...............................................................................4-3
The Main Menu............................................................................................4-4
Standard CMOS Features...........................................................................4-6
Advanced BIOS Features...........................................................................4-8
Advanced Chipset Features.......................................................................4-12
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Integrated Peripherals.................................................................................4-15
Power Management Setup.........................................................................4-19
PnP / PCI Configurations.............................................................................4-22
PC Health Status.........................................................................................4-24
Frequency / Voltage Control......................................................................4-25
Load Fail-Safe / Optimized Defaults..........................................................4-27
Set Supervisor / User Password..............................................................4-28
Appendix A. Realtek ALC888 Audio....................................................................A-1
Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver.................................................................A-2
Installation for Windows 2000/XP...............................................................A-2
Software Configuration.......................................................................................A-4
Sound Effect................................................................................................A-5
Mixer.............................................................................................................A-8
Audio I/O.....................................................................................................A-12
Microphone.................................................................................................A-15
3D Audio Demo..........................................................................................A-17
Information..................................................................................................A-17
Hardware Configuration....................................................................................A-18
Using 2-, 4-, 6- & 8- Channel Audio Function...................................................A-18
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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Congratulations for purchasing Hetis 900 Series (MS-6439)
Barebone. Hetis 900 Series Barebone is your best Slim PC
choice. With the fantastic appearance and small form
factor, it can easily be set anywhere. The feature packed
platform also gives you an exciting PC experience.
MS-6439 Barebone
Mainboard Specifications
Processor Support
- Supports Intel® Conroe LGA775 CoreTM 2 Duo up to E6700
- Supports Intel® Presler LGA775 Pentium® D up to 960 (3.6GHz)
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.
com.tw/program/products/slim_pc/slm/pro_slm_cpu_support.php)
Supported FSB
- 400 / 533 / 800 / 1066 MHz
Chipset
- North Bridge: VIA® P4M900 Chipset
- South Bridge: VIA® VT8237A Chipset
Memory Support
- DDR2 400 / 533 / 667 SDRAM (2GB Max)
- 2 DDR2 DIMMs (240pin / 1.8V)
LAN
- Supports Giga LAN by Realtek® RTL8110SC
- Supports 10/100 LAN by Realtek® RTL8100C (Optional)
Audio
- Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC888
- Flexible 8-channel audio
IDE
- 1 IDE port by VIA® VT8237A
- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100/133 mode
- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode
SATA
- 2 SATA ports by VIA® VT8237A
- Supports two SATA devices
- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 150 MB/s
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Connectors
Back Panel
- 1 PS/2 Mouse Port
- 1 PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 2 COM Ports
- 1 VGA Port
- 1 DVI Port
- 6 Audio Jacks
- 1 LAN Jack (RJ45)
- 4 USB 2.0 Ports
Front Panel
- 2 Audio Jacks (Headphone and Microphone)
- 2 USB 2.0 Ports
Getting Started
On-Board Pinheaders
- 1 CD-In Pinheader
- 1 Card Reader Pinheader
- 1 SPDIF-Out Pinheader
(For HDMI Graphics Card Audio Line Use Only)
Slots
- 1 PCI Express Slot (For Riser Card Use Only)
Form Factor
- Proprietary (334MM x 190 MM)
Mounting
- 5 mounting holes
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System Configuration
Front View
1. Headphone (Green) 5. HDD LED
2. Microphone (Pink) 6. ODD Eject / Close Button
3. USB 2.0 Ports 7. Optical Disk Drive (Optional)
4. Power Button / Power LED 8. Card Reader Drive (Optional)
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Back View
Getting Started
1. Voltage Selector 8. DVI Port
2. Power Jack 9. VGA Port
3. Ventilation Hole 10. Audio Jacks
4. USB 2.0 Ports 11. Power Switch
5. PS/2 Mouse (Green) 12. Support Bracket Spring
6. PS/2 Keyboard (Purple) 13. LAN Jack (RJ45)
7. Serial Ports 14. Expansion Slots
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Chassis Design
† Dimension: 330MM (D) x 320MM (W) x 94MM (H)
† Minimized screw structure
† Detachable bay housing
† Multiple ventilation holes
Back
Side
Bottom
1. CPU Fan Ventilation Hole 5. System Ventilation Hole
2. System Ventilation Hole 6. System Ventilation Hole
3. System Fan Ventilation Hole 7. System Ventilation Hole
4. Power Supply Ventilation Hole
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Getting Started
Thermal Solution
To prevent the system from overheating, we have adopted a specially designed CPU
cooler and multiple ventilation holes for better cooling effects. The specially designed
CPU cooler supports Intel® LGA775 - Conroe CoreTM 2 Duo and Presler Pentium® D.
The following figures illustrate how the system fan effectively exhausts hot air
through multiple ventilation holes.
CPU Cooler Air Flow Direction
Air In
Air Out Air Out
Air Out
Air Out
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System Design
System
Fan
Back Panel Power Supply
Power
Supply Fan
CPU
Socket
Memory
DIMM Slots
Front Panel
Driver Bays
(from top to bottom)
Card Reader Drive
Optical Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive
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System Air Flow Direction
System
Fan
Getting Started
Back Panel Power Supply
Power
Supply Fan
CPU
Socket
Memory
DIMM Slots
Front Panel
After the installation is completed, please keep other
objects away from the ventilation hole at least 2.5cm
and above. Do not block the ventilation hole.
Driver Bays
(from top to bottom)
Card Reader Drive
Optical Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive
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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be
careful in holding the components and follow the installation
procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong
orientation, the components will not work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the components.
ONLY FOR SERVICE PERSONEL
Always unplug the power cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
MS-6439 Barebone
BATT
LAN Chip
CASE_OPEN1
Mainboard Layout
T:
M:
B:
T:RS-Out
M:CS-Out
B:SS-Out
Line-In
Mic
Line-Out
J1
Top: LAN Jack
Top : Mouse
Bottom:
Top : VGA Port
Bottom: DVI Port
COM Ports
Keyboard
Bottom: USB Ports
USB Ports
Codec
JCD1
SYS_F2
BIOS
IDE1
VIA
P4M900
SATA2
SATA1
VIA
VT 8237A
ATX1
SLOT1
CR1
DIMM2
CPU_F1
JACK3JACK2USB2
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DIMM1
USB1
MS-7331 (V1.X) Mainboard
JPW1
+
JBAT1
JFP1
Hardware Setup
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
The mainboard supports Intel® Conroe CoreTM 2 Duo and Presler Pentium® D. The
mainboard uses a CPU socket called LGA775. When you are installing the CPU, make
sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler,
contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer.
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit:
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/slim_pc/slm/pro_slm_cpu_support.php)
Important
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from
overheating.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from grounded outlet first to ensure the
safety of CPU.
Overclocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please
make sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting,
while doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or
risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.
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Memory
These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.
(For more information on compatible components, please visit:
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php)
DIMM1~2
240-pin, 1.8V
56 x 2 = 112-pin
64 x 2 = 128-pin
Important
Each DIMM slot supports up to a maximum size of 1GB.
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Hardware Setup
Power Supply
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: ATX1
This connector allows you to connect to an power supply. To connect to the power
supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation
and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector.
11
20
ATX1
1
10
PIN SIGNAL
1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
4 5V
5 GND
6 5V
7 GND
8 PW_OK
9 5V_SB
10 12V
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1
This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
Pin Definition
123
4
JPW1
Pin Definition
PIN SIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 12V
4 12V
PIN SIGNAL
11 3.3V
12 -12V
13 GND
14 PS_ON
15 GND
16 GND
17 GND
18 -5V
19 5V
20 5V
Important
1. Make sure that all the connectors are connected to proper ATX power
supplies to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.
2. Power supply of 350 watts (and above) is highly recommended for
system stability.
3. ATX 12V power connection should be greater than 18A.
4. For this model, you must use a power supply that comes with a -5V pin
supply.
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Front Panel
The Front Panel provides the following connectors:
Headphone
(Green)
(Pink)
USB PortsMicrophone
Audio Ports
These audio ports allow you to connect front audio devices.
USB Ports
The mainboard provides a UHCI (Universal Host Controller Interface) Universal Serial
Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or other USB-compat-
ible devices. You can plug the USB devices directly into these connectors.
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Back Panel
The Rear Panel provides the following connectors:
Hardware Setup
LAN
USB Ports Keyboard
Mouse VGA Port
Serial Ports DVI Port
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
RS-Out
CS-Out
SS-Out
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.
Right LEDLeft LED
Left LED
Active LED
Right LED
10 / 100 / 1000M Speed LED
LED Color
10M Cable
Plug-in
100M Cable
Plug-in
1000M Cable
Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
No Transmission
Transition
No Transmission
Transition
Yellow
OFF
Yellow, Blinking
OFF
Yellow, Blinking
OFF
Yellow, Blinking
Green / Orange
OFF
OFF
Green, Lighting
Green, Lighting
Orange, Lighting
Orange, Lighting
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
Mouse / Keyboard
The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
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Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
DVI Port
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector allows you to connect a LCD monitor. It
provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display
device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug your monitor cable into the DVI
connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected to
your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information.)
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-In (Blue) - Line In, is used for external CD player, tapeplayer or other
audio devices.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
RS-Out (Black) - Rear-Surround Out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
CS-Out (Orange) - Center/ Subwoofer Out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
SS-Out (Gray) - Side-Surround Out 7.1 channel mode.
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Hardware Setup
Connectors
IDE Connector: IDE1
This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.
IDE1
Important
If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the
drives separately to Master / Slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to
IDE device’s documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting
instructions.
Card Reader Connector: CR1
The mainboard provides a connector to connect the Card Reader on the Front Panel.
CR1
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Serial ATA Connectors: SATA1 / SATA2
These connectors are high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can
connect to one Serial ATA device.
SATA1 / SATA2
Fan Power Connectors: CPU_F1 / SYS_F2
The CPU_F1 (processor fan) and SYS_F2 (system fan) support system cooling fan
with +12V. It supports three-pin head connector. When connecting the wire to the
connectors, always take note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to the +12V, the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND. The
mainboard has a Super I/O to detect CPU/fab temperature, you must use a specially
designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
GND
+12V
Sensor
Sensor
+12V
GND
CPU_F1 SYS_F2
Important
Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s official
website or consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
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Hardware Setup
Front Panel Connector: JFP1
This connector is for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. The
JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
Pin Definition
Power
Switch++
Power
LED
-
10 9
2 1
JFP1
+
Reset
-
Switch
-
HDD
LED
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SIGNAL
HD_LED_P
FP PWR/SLP
HD_LED_N
FP PWR/SLP
RST_SW_N
PWR_SW_P
RST_SW_P
PWR_SW_N
RSVD_DNU
Hard disk LED pull-up
MSG LED pull-up
Hard disk active LED
MSG LED pull-up
Reset Switch low reference pull-down to GND
Power Switch high reference pull-up
Reset Switch high reference pull-up
Power Switch low reference pull-down to GND
Reserved. Do not use.
DESCRIPTION
CD-In Connector: JCD1
This connector is provided for external audio input.
R
GND
L
JCD1
SPDIF-Out Connector: J1
(For HDMI Graphics Card Audio Line Use Only)
This connector is used to connect SPDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format)
interface for digital audio transmission to the HDMI graphics card.
GND
SPDF0
J1
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Jumper
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1
There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to
keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration,
set the jumper to clear data.
1 3
Keep Data
1 3
Clear DataJBAT1
Important
You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. Then
return to 1-2 pin position. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is
on; it will damage the mainboard.
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Hardware Setup
Slot
PCI Express Slot: SLOT1 (For Riser Card Use Only)
The mainboard provides one PCI-X express slot. The PCI-X slot allows you to insert
Riser Cards and the Riser Cards are included in the barebone. The Riser Cards
allows you to insert PCI/PCI-E expansion card. You can insert any type of PCI cards
and standard PCI-E to meet your needs. When adding or removing expansion cards,
make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to make any necessary hardware or software settings.
Riser Card
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System Assembly
Chapter 3
System Assembly
This chapter provides you with the information about system assembly procedures. While doing the installation, be
careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the components.
ONLY FOR SERVICE PERSONEL
Always unplug the power cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
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MS-6439 Barebone
Overview
The built-in mainboard is designed for Hetis 900 Series Barebone only. Except the
mainboard, the built-in components of the barebone include power supply. In this
chapter we will show you how to install CPU, CPU Cooler, Memory Modules, Card
Reader, Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and Optical Disk Drive (ODD).
Installation Tools
Cross type screwdriver, can be used to do most of the
installation. Choose one with a magnetic head would be better.
Pliers, can be used as an auxiliary tool to connect some con-
nectors or cables.
Forceps, can be used to pick up tiny screws or set up the
jumpers.
Rubber gloves, can prevent yourself from being incised and
suffering the static charge.
Installation Screws
Two types of screws are used in assembling the barebone: Round-headed screw
and thumb screw.
Round-headed screw: This type of screw is used to attach
the HDD and Card Reader to the tray.
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Checking the Items
Before assembling your system, please check the items listed below for basic sys-
tem operation. The footstand and the CPU cooler are included in the package, other
items are optional.
Footstand
CPU (Optional) ODD (Optional)
HDD (Optional)
CPU Cooler
Memory Module (Optional)
Card Reader (Optional)
＊These pictures are for your refer-
ence only. Your packing contents may
vary depending on the model you
purchased.
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Installation Procedures
1. Removing Chassis Cover
Unlock the two screws on the back
panel with hands.
Remove the chassis cover.
Press the level on the support bracket
spring to release it.
Unlock the screw on the front panel to
release the drive cage.
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2. Installing Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Lift the drive cage to slide aside.
Pull the HDD tray forwards to remove it
from the chassis.
System Assembly
Put the HDD in the HDD tray and use
four screws to fix it on both sides.
Connect the cable and the power cord
to the HDD, then put the HDD tray back
to secure it on the drive cage.
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3. Installing Optical Disk Drive (ODD)
Pull the lock brackets outwards on the
both sides to release.
Insert the ODD and push the lock brackets back to fix it.
Connect the cable and the power cord
to the ODD, then restore the drive cage.
Lock the screw on the front panel to
fix the drive cage.
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4. Installing Card Reader (Optional)
Use the screwdriver to unlock the card
reader cage.
Insert the card reader into the cage
with 15 degree angle.
System Assembly
Insert the LED into the cage and lock
the card reader with two screws.
Restore the card reader back and connect the cable to the CR1 connector on
the mainboard.
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5. Installing Memory Modules
Locate the DIMM slots.
Insert the DIMM vertically into the slot.
Note: The DIMM has only one notch
on the center of module. It will only fit
in the right direction.
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6. Installing CPU
Locate the CPU socket. Pull the lever
away from the socket and raise it up,
then lift up the cover.
Put the CPU onto the socket.
Note: Make sure the pins are completely embedded into the socket. The
CPU can only fit in the correct
direction.
System Assembly
Close the cover and the lever to complete the installaton.
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7. Installing CPU Cooler
Place the CPU cooler onto the CPU
socket and secure the four screws.
Important
Do not fix any screw until all the four screws are in the position, and
lock the four screws with balance, or it may shift the CPU position to
cause the system unbootable.
Connect the CPU cooler’s power cord
to the connector on the mainboard.
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8. Restoring Chassis Cover
Restore the support bracket.
Restore the chassis cover.
System Assembly
Lock the chassis cover with the
screws.
Horizontal typeTower type
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9. Installing Footstand
Lift up the PC and put the rubber feet
into the pits on the footstand.
Make sure the rubber feet to get stuck
on the footstand.
Put the PC on the footstand or lay on
the rubber foots.
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Chapter 4
BIOS Setup
This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum
use.
You may need to run the Setup program when:
An error message appears on the screen during the
system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.
You want to change the default settings for customized
features.
BIOS Setup
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Entering Setup
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process.
When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to enter Setup.
Press DEL to enter SETUP
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup,
restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button. You may
also restart the system by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> keys.
Important
1. The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are
under continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the
description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be
held for reference only.
2. Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is the BIOS
version. It is usually in the format:
W7331VMS V1.0 070102 where:
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD, and P =
PHOENIX.
2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number.
6th digit refers to the chipset as I = Intel, N = nVidia, and V = VIA.
7th - 8th digit refers to the customer as MS = all standard customers.
V1.0 refers to the BIOS version.
070102 refers to the date this BIOS was released.
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Control Keys
<↑> Move to the previous item
<↓> Move to the next item
<←> Move to the item in the left hand
<→> Move to the item in the right hand
<Enter> Select the item
<Esc> Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a submenu
<+/PU> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<-/PD> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F6> Load Optimized Defaults
<F7> Load Fail-Safe Defaults
<F10> Save all the CMOS changes and exit
Getting Help
After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu.
Main Menu
The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can use the
arrow keys (↑↓) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup
function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Sub-Menu
If you find a right pointer symbol (as shown in
the right view) appears to the left of certain
fields that means a sub-menu can be launched
from this field. A sub-menu contains additional
options for a field parameter. You can use arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to highlight the field and
press <Enter> to call up the sub-menu. Then you can use the control keys to enter
values and move from field to field within a sub-menu. If you want to return to the
main menu, just press the <Esc >.
General Help <F1>
The BIOS setup program provides a General Help screen. You can call up this screen
from any menu by simply pressing <F1>. The Help screen lists the appropriate keys
to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item. Press <Esc> to exit the
Help screen.
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The Main Menu
Standard CMOS Features
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Advanced BIOS Features
Use this menu to setup the items of the special enhanced features.
Advanced Chipset Features
Use this menu to change the values in the chipset registers and optimize your system’s
performance.
Integrated Peripherals
Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.
Power Management Setup
Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.
PnP / PCI Configurations
This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI.
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PC Health Status
This entry shows your PC health status.
Frequency / Voltage Control
Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency / voltage control.
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Use this menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system
performance.
Load Optimized Defaults
Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard.
Set Supervisor Password
Use this menu to set Supervisor Password.
Set User Password
Use this menu to set User Password.
Save & Exit Setup
Save changes to CMOS and exit setup.
Exit Without Saving
Abandon all changes and exit setup.
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Standard CMOS Features
Date (mm:dd:yy)
This allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current date).
The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>.
day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read only.
month The month from Jan. through Dec.
date The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys.
year The year can be adjusted by users.
Time (hh:mm:ss)
This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current time). The
time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.
IDE Channel 0 Master / Slave, IDE Channel 1 / 2 Master
Press <+> or <-> to select the hard disk drive type. The specification of harddisk
drive will show up on the right hand according to your selection. Press <Enter> for
the sub-menu of each item:
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IDE HDD Auto-Detection
Press Enter to allow BIOS to auto-detect the type of the HDDs.
BIOS Setup
IDE Channel 0 Master
Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to select Manual, None or Auto type. Note that the
specifications of your drive must match with the drive table. The hard disk will
not work properly if you enter improper information for this category. If your
hard disk drive type is not matched or listed, you can use Manual to define your
own drive type manually.
If you select Manual, related information is asked to be entered to the following
items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This information should
be provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system
manufacturer.
Access Mode The settings are CHS, LBA, Large, Auto.
Capacity The formatted size of the storage device.
Cylinder Number of cylinders.
Head Number of heads.
Precomp Write precompensation.
Landing Zone Cylinder location of the landing zone.
Sector Number of sectors.
Halt On
The setting determines whether the system will stop if an error is detected at boot.
When the system stops for the errors preset, it will halt on for 15 seconds and then
automatically resume its operation. Available options are:
[All Errors] The system stops when any error is detected.
[No Errors] The system doesn’t stop for any detected error.
[All, But Keyboard] The system doesn’t stop for a keyboard error.
Base / Extended / Total Memory
The three items show the memory status of your system (read only).
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Advanced BIOS Features
CPU Feature
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
Delay Prior to Thermal
When the CPU temperature reaches a factory preset level, a thermal monitoring mechanism will be enabled following the appropriate timing delay specified
in this field. With the thermal monitoring enabled, clock modulation controlled by
the processor’s internal thermal sensor is also activated to keep the processor within allowable temperature limit.
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BIOS Setup
Limit CPUID MaxVal
The item allows you to enable and disable the CPU ID maximum value.
[Enabled] Set to [Enabled] only when you have Prescott CPU and
NT4.0 operating system.
[Disabled] Set to [Disabled] if you have operating system other
than NT4.0.
C1E Function
When The CPU ID>0F40 and is above 533MHz/2.8GHz or 800MHz/3.6GHz, you
can enable C1E Support to lower the CPU power consumption while idle.
Settings: [Enabled], [Disabled].
Execute Disable Bit
Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious "buffer overflow" attacks when combined with a supporting operating
system. This functionality allows the processor to classify areas in memory by
where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious
worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code
execution, preventing damage or worm propagation.
Virtualization Technology (Only for the CPU with Dual Core)
Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple “virtual” systems. With enhancements to
Intel’s various platforms, Intel Virtualization Technology can improve the robustness and performance of today’s software-only solutions.Settings:
[Enabled], [Disabled].
Hard Disk Boot Priority
Press [Enter] to enter a sub menu which shows every current hard drive installed.
Use [PageUp] or [PageDown] key to select the first boot hard disk.
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Virus Warning
The item is to set the Virus Warning feature for IDE Hard Disk boot sector protection.
If the function is enabled and any attempt to write data into this area is made, BIOS
will display a warning message on screen and beep.
Important
Many disk diagnostic programs that access the boot sector table can
trigger the virus warning message. If you plan to run such a program, we
recommend that you first disable the virus warning.
Quick Power On Self Test
Important
Select [Enabled] to reduce the amount of time required to run the power-on self-test
(POST). A quick POST skips certain steps. We recommend that you normally disable
quick POST. Better to find a problem during POST than lose data during your work.
First / Second / Third Boot Device
These items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to
load the operating system.
Boot Other Device
Setting the option to [Yes] allows the system to try to boot from other devices if the
system fails to boot from the 1st/2nd/3rd boot device. Settings are: [Disabled],
[Enabled].
Boot Up NumLock Status
This setting is to set the Num Lock status when the system is powered on. Setting to
[On] will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on. Setting to [Off]
will allow users to use the arrow keys on the numeric keypad.
Typematic Rate Setting
When [Disabled], the following two items (Typematic Rate and Typematic Delay) are
irrelevant. Keystrokes repeat at a rate determined by the keyboard controller in your
system. When [Enabled], you can select a typematic rate and typematic delay.
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)
After Typematic Rate Setting is enabled, this item allows you to set the rate (characters/
second) at which the keys are accelerated.
Typematic Delay (Msec)
This item allows you to select the delay between when the key was first pressed
and when the acceleration begins.
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BIOS Setup
Security Option
This specifies the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Settings are
described below:
Option Descripion
[Setup] The password prompt appears only when end users try to run Setup.
[System] A password prompt appears every time when the computer is
powered on or when end users try to run Setup.
Chassis Intrusion Detect
The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status
and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened. To clear the warning
message, set the field to [Reset]. The setting of the field will automatically return to
[Enabled] later.
BIOS Protect
This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized users or
computer viruses. When enabled, the BIOS’ data cannot be changed when attempting to update the BIOS with a Flash utility. To successfully update the BIOS, you’ll
need to disable this Flash BIOS Protection function. You should enable this function at
all times. The only time when you need to disable it is when you want to update the
BIOS. After updating the BIOS, you should immediately re-enable it to protect it against
viruses.
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Advanced Chipset Features
DRAM Clock / Drive Control
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
Current FSB / DRAM Frequency
Those two items are read-only to show the current FSB and DRAM Frequency
information.
DRAM Clock
Use this field to configure the clock frequency of the installed DRAM.
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BIOS Setup
Important
The value plus a ratio (CPU: DDR) with parentheses means the
non-synchronous overclocking.
DRAM Timing
The value in this field depends on performance parameters of the installed
memory chips (DRAM). Do not change the value from the factory setting unless you install new memory that has a different performance rating than the
original DRAMs.
SDRAM CAS Latency
This controls the timing delay (in clock cycles) before SDRAM starts a read
command after receiving it. [1.5] increases the system performance the most
while [3.0] provides the most stable performance.
AGP & P2P Bridge Control
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
VGA Share Memory Size
The system shares memory to the onboard VGA card. This setting controls the
exact memory size shared to the VGA card.
Direct Frame Buffer
Frame Buffer is the video memory that stores data for video display (frame).
This field is used to control the processor’s access to the section of system
memory reserved for use by the integrated graphics processor as graphics
memory.
[Enabled] The processor is allowed to directly write to the section of
system memory reserved as graphics memory. This in
creases the performance of applications that write directly
to the frame buffer.
[Disabled The processor is NOT allowed to directly write to the sec
tion of system memory reserved as graphics memory. This
reduces the performance of applications that write directly
to the frame buffer.
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Select Display Device
Use the field to select the type of device you want to use as the display(s) of
the system.
CPU & PCI Bus Control
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
PCI Master 0 WS Write
When [Enabled], writes to the PCI bus are executed with zero wait states.
PCI Delay Transaction
The chipset has an embedded 32-bit posted write buffer to support delay
transactions cycles. Select [Enabled] to support compliance with PCI specification version 2.1.
VLink mode selection
This item lets you choose the speed mode between the North Bridge & South
Bridge.
VLink 8X Support
This item enables or disables the 8X VLink Data Rate.
System BIOS Cacheable
Selecting [Enabled] allows caching of the system BIOS ROM at F0000h-FFFFFh,
resulting in better system performance. However, if any program writes to this
memory area, a system error may result.
Init Display First
This item specifies which VGA card is your primary graphics adapter.
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Integrated Peripherals
BIOS Setup
VIA OnChip IDE Device
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
SATA Controller
This allows you to enable or disable onchip Serial ATA controller.
IDE DMA transfer access
Setting to [Enabled] will open DMA bus master and execute DMA action in DOS,
which will make the data transferring faster.
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OnChip IDE Channel0
The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE interface with support for
two IDE channels. Choose [Enabled] to activate each channel separately.
IDE Prefetch Mode
The onboard IDE drive interfaces support IDE prefetching, for faster drive
accesses. When you install a primary and/or secondary add-in IDE interface,
set this option to [Disabled] if the interface does not support prefetching.
IDE HDD Block Mode
Block mode is also called block transfer, multiple commands, or multiple sector
read/write. If your IDE hard drive supports block mode (most new drives do),
select [Enabled] for automatic detection of the optimal number of block read/
writes per sector the drive can support.
VIA OnChip PCI Device
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
Azalia HDA Controller
This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard audio controller.
Onboard Lan Device
This setting allows you to enable/disable the onboard LAN device.
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Super IO Device
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
Onboard Serial Port 1 / 2
Select a logical COM port name and matching address for the first and second
serial ports. Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the first and
second serial ports.
USB Device Setting
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears:
USB 1.0 Controller
Select [Enabled] if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have USB peripherals.
USB 2.0 Controller
Set to [Enabled] if you need to use any USB 2.0 device in the operating system
that does not support or have any USB 2.0 driver installed, such as DOS and
SCO Unix.
USB Operation Mode
Set to [High speed] if USB device was high speed device then it operated on
high speed mode. Set to [Full/Low Speed] if USB device was full/low speed
device then it operated on full/low speed mode.
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USB Keyboard Function
Select [Enabled] if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have a USB keyboard.
USB Mouse Function
Select [Enabled] if you need to use a USB-interfaced mouse in the operating
system.
USB Storage Support
Select [Enabled] if you need to use a storage device in the operating system.
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Power Management Setup
BIOS Setup
ACPI function
This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management
Interface) Function. If your operating system is ACPI-aware, such as Windows 98SE/
2000/ME, select [Enabled].
Important
S3-related functions described in this section are available only when
your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode.
ACPI Suspend Type
This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your operating
system supports ACPI, such as Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000 and
Windows XP, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1 (POS) or S3 (STR)
fashion through the setting of this field. Options are:
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[S1/POS] The S1 sleep mode is a low power state. In this state,
no system context is lost (CPU or chipset) and hard
ware maintains all system context.
[S3/STR] The S3 sleep mode is a lower power state where the
information of system configuration and open appli
cations/files is saved to main memory that remains
powered while most other hardware components turn
off to save energy. The information stored in memory
will be used to restore the system when a “wake up”
event occurs.
Power Management Optional
This item is used to select the degree (or type) of power saving and is related to
these modes: Suspend Mode and HDD Power Down. There are three options for
power management:
[Min Saving] Minimum Power Management. Suspend Mode=1 Hour
[Max Saving] Maximum Power Management. Suspend Mode=1 Min
[User Define] Allows end users to configure each mode separately.
Video Off Option
This setting is used to control the mode in which the monitor will shut down. Setting
options:
[Always On] Monitor remains on during power-saving modes.
[Suspend -> Off] Monitor blanked when system enters Suspend mode.
[Susp, Stby->Off] Monitor blanked when system enters either Suspend
or Standby mode.
[All Modes ->Off] Monitor blanked when system enters any power sav
ing mode.
Soft-Off by PWRBTN
This feature allows users to configure the power button function. Settings are:
[Instant-Off] The power button functions as a normal power-on/-
off button.
[By HardWare] When you press the power button, the computer en
ters the suspend/sleep mode, but if the button is
pressed for more than four seconds, the computer is
turned off.
AC Loss Auto Restart
This item specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt
occurs. Setting options:
[Off] Leaves the computer in the power off state.
[On] Leaves the computer in the power on state.
[Former-sts] Restores the system to the status before power failure or
interrupt occurred.
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Wakeup Event Detect
Press <Enter> to enter sub-menu and the following screen appears:
PS2KB Wakeup Key select
The item specifies how the system will be awakened from power saving mode
when input signal of the keyboard is detected.
PowerOn by PCI Card
This controls how and whether the system can be powered on by the devices
installed on PCI slots. Setting options: [Disabled], [Enabled].
Wake Up On Ring
These fields specify whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or
component is detected.
Important
You need to install a modem card supporting power on function for
“Wake Up On Ring” function.
RTC Alarm Resume
This is used to enable or disable the feature of booting up the system on a scheduled
time/date from the S3, S4, and S5 power off state. Setting options: [Disabled], [Enabled].
Date (of Month)
The field specifies the date for RTC Alarm Resume. Settings: [0]~[31].
Resume Time (hh:mm:ss)
The field specifies the time for RTC Alarm Resume. Format is <hour><minute><second>.
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PnP / PCI Configurations
Reset Configuration Data
The ESCD (Extended System Configuration Data) NVRAM (Non-volatile Random Access Memory) is where the BIOS stores resource information for both PNP and nonPNP devices in a bit string format. When the item is set to [Enabled], the system will
reset ESCD NVRAM right after the system is booted up and then set the setting of the
item back to [Disabled] automatically.
Resources Controlled By
The Award Plug and Play BIOS has the capacity to automatically configure all of the
boot and Plug and Play compatible devices. However, this capability means absolutely nothing unless you are using a Plug and Play operating system such as Windows® 98/2000. If you set this field to [Manual], choose specific resources by going
into each sub-menu that follows this field.
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IRQ Resources
The items are adjustable only when Resources Controlled By is set to Manual. Press
<Enter> and you will enter the sub-menu of the items. IRQ Resources list IRQ 3/4/5/7/
9/10/11/12/14/15 for users to set each IRQ a type depending on the type of device
using the IRQ. Settings are:
PCI Device For Plug & Play compatible devices designed for PCI bus
architecture.
Reserved The IRQ will be reserved for further request.
** PCI Express relative items **
Maximum Playload Size
This item allows you to set the PCI Express Maximum payload size per time. Settings
are: [4096], [128], [256], [512], [1024], [2048].
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PC Health Status
Current System / CPU Temperature, SYS / CPU Fan Speed, Vcore, VCC5,
+12V, VCC3 (V), VBAT (V), 3VSB (V)
These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/
components such as CPU voltages, temperatures and all fans’ speeds.
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Frequency / Voltage Control
BIOS Setup
CPU Clock Ratio
This setting controls the multiplier that is used to determine the internal clock speed of
the processor relative to the external or motherboard clock speed.
Auto Detect PCI Clk
This item is used to auto detect the PCI slots. When set to [Enabled], the system will
remove (turn off) clocks from empty PCI slots to minimize the electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Spread Spectrum
When the motherboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the
pulses creates EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The Spread Spectrum function
reduces the EMI generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses
are reduced to flatter curves.
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Important
1. If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at [Disabled] for
optimal system stability and performance. But if you are plagued by
EMI, select the value of Spread Spectrum for EMI reduction.
2. The greater the Spread Spectrum value is, the greater the EMI is reduced,
and the system will become less stable. For the most suitable Spread
Spectrum value, please consult your local EMI regulation.
3. Remember to disable Spread Spectrum if you are overclocking because even a slight jitter can introduce a temporary boost in clock
speed which may just cause your overclocked processor to lock up.
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Load Fail-Safe / Optimized Defaults
The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to
the default Fail-Safe or Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default
values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the
mainboard. The Fail-Safe Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for
stable system performance.
When you select Load Fail-Safe Defaults, a message as below appears:
Pressing Y loads the BIOS default values for the most stable, minimal system
performance.
When you select Load Optimized Defaults, a message as below appears:
Pressing Y loads the default factory settings for optimal system performance.
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Set Supervisor / User Password
When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen:
Type the password, up to six characters in length, and press <Enter>. The password
typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You will
be prompted to confirm the password. Retype the password and press <Enter>. You
may also press <Esc> to abort the selection and not enter a password.
To clear a set password, just press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter the
password. A message will show up confirming the password will be disabled. Once
the password is disabled, the system will boot and you can enter Setup without
entering any password.
When a password has been set, you will be prompted to enter it every time you try
to enter Setup. This prevents an unauthorized person from changing any part of your
system configuration.
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Appendix A
Realtek ALC888 Audio
The Realtek ALC888 provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple
streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-OutRight channels.
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Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver
You need to install the driver for Realtek ALC888 codec to function properly before
you can get access to 2-, 4-, 6-, 8- channel or 7.1+2 channel audio operations.
Follow the procedures described below to install the drivers for different operating
systems.
Installation for Windows 2000/XP
For Windows® 2000, you must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack4 or later before
installing the driver. For Windows® XP, you must install Windows® XP Service Pack1
or later before installing the driver.
The following illustrations are based on Windows® XP environment and could look
slightly different if you install the drivers in different operating systems.
1. Insert the application CD into the CD-ROM drive. The setup screen will automatically appear.
2. Click Realtek HD Audio Driver.
Important
The HD Audio Configuration software utility is under continuous
update to enhance audio applications. Hence, the program screens
shown here in this section may be slightly different from the latest
software utility and shall be held for reference only.
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Realtek ALC888 Audio
3. Click Next to install the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver.
4. Click Finish to restart the system.
Click here
Select this
option
Click here
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Software Configuration
After installing the audio driver, you are able to use the 2-, 4-, 6- or 8- channel audio
feature now. Click the audio icon from the system tray at the lower-right corner of
the screen to activate the HD Audio Configuration. It is also available to enable the
audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel.
Double click
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Sound Effect
Here you can select a sound effect you like from the Environment list.
Environment Simulation
You will be able to enjoy different sound experience by pulling down the arrow,
totally 23 kinds of sound effect will be shown for selection. Realtek HD Audio Sound
Manager also provides five popular settings “Stone Corridor”, “Bathroom”, “Sewer
pipe”, “Arena” and “Audio Corridor” for quick enjoyment.
You may choose the provided sound effects, and the equalizer will adjust automatically.
If you like, you may also load an equalizer setting or make an new equalizer setting to
save as an new one by using the “Load EQ Setting ” and “Save Preset” button,
click “Reset EQ Setting” button to use the default value, or click “Delete EQ Set-
ting” button to remove a preset EQ setting.
There are also other pre-set equalizer models for you to choose by clicking “Others”
under the Equalizer part.
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Equalizer Selection
Equalizer frees users from default settings; users may create their owned preferred
settings by utilizing this tool.
10 bands of equalizer, ranging from 100Hz to 16KHz.
Save
The settings are saved
permanently for future
use.
Enable / Disable
To disable, you can temporarily stop the sound
effect without losing the
settings.
Delete
To delete the pre-saved settings which are created from previous
steps.
Reset
10 bands of equalizer
would go back to the
default setting.
Load
Whenever you would
like to use preload
settings, simply click
this, the whole list will
be shown for your
selection.
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Frequently Used Equalizer Setting
Realtek recognizes the needs that you might have. By leveraging our long experience
at audio field, Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager provides you certain optimized equalizer settings that are frequently used for your quick enjoyment.
[How to Use It]
Other than the buttons “Pop” “Live” “Club” & “Rock” shown on the page, to pull down
the arrow in “Others”, you will find more optimized settings available to you.
Karaoke Mode
Karaoke mode brings Karaoke fun back home. Simply using the music you usually
play, Karaoke mode can help you eliminate the vocal of the song or adjust the key to
accommodate your range.
1.Vocal Cancellation: Single click on “Voice Cancellation” , the vocal of the song
would be eliminated, while the background music is still in place, and you can be
that singer!
2.Key Adjustment: Using “Up / Down Arrow” to find a key which better fits your
vocal range.
Remove the
human voice
Raise the key
Lower the key
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Mixer
In the Mixer part, you may adjust the volumes of the rear and front panels individually.
1. Adjust Volume
You can adjust the volume of the speakers that you pluged in front or rear panel by
select the Realtek HD Audio rear output or Realtek HD Audio front output
items.
Important
Before set up, please make sure the playback devices are well plugged
in the jacks on the rear or front panel. The Realtek HD Audio front
output item will appear after you pluging the speakers into the jacks on
the front panel.
2. Multi-Stream Function
ALC888 supports an outstanding feature called Multi-Stream, which means you may
play different audio sources simultaneously and let them output respectively from the
indicated real panel or front panel. This feature is very helpful when 2 people are
using the same computer together for different purposes.
Click the button and the Mixer ToolBox menu will appear. Then check the Enable
playback multi-streaming and click OK to save the setup.
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Important
You have to plug audio device into the jacks on the rear and front panel first
before enable the multi-stream function.
When you are playing the first audio source (for example: use Windows Media
Player to play DVD/VCD), the output will be played from the rear panel, which is the
default setting.
Then you must to select the Realtek HD Audio front output from the scroll list
first, and use a different program to play the second audio source (for example: use
Winamp to play MP3 files). You will find that the second audio source (MP3 music) will
come out from the Line-Out audio jack of Front Panel.
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3. Playback control
Tool Mute
Playback device
This function is to let you freely decide which ports
to output the sound. And this is essential when multi-
streaming playback enabled.
- Realtek HD Audio Rear Output
- Realtek HD Audio Front Output
Mute
You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute
sound output.
Tool
- Show the following volume controls
This is to let you freely decide which volume control items to be displayed.
- Advanced controls
- Enable playback multi-streaming
With this function, you will be able to have an audio chat with your friends via
headphone (stream 1 from front panel) while still have music (stream 2 from back
panel) in play. At any given period, you can have maximum 2 streams operating
simultaneously.
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4. Recording control
Realtek ALC888 Audio
Tool Mute
Recording device
-Back Line in/Mic, Front Lin in
-Realtek HD Audio Input
Mute
You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute
sound input.
Tool
- Show the following volume controls
This is to let you freely decide which volume control items to be displayed.
- Enable recording multi-streaming
Important
ALC888 allows you to record the CD, Line, Mic and Stereo Mix channels
simultaneously, frees you from mixing efforts. At any given period, you
may choose 1 of the following 4 channels to record.
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Audio I/O
In this tab, you can easily configure your multi-channel audio function and speakers.
You can choose a desired multi-channel operation here.
a. Headphone for the common headphone
b. 2CH Speaker for Stereo-Speaker Output
c. 4CH Speaker for 4-Speaker Output
d. 6CH Speaker for 5.1-Speaker Output
e. 8CH Speaker for 7.1-Speaker Output
Speaker Configuration:
1. Plug the speakers in the corresponding jack.
2. Dialogue “connected device” will pop up for your selection. Please select the
device you have plugged in.
- If the device is being plugged into the correct jack, you will be able to find the
icon beside the jack changed to the one that is same as your device.
- If not correct, Realtek HD Audio Manager will guide you to plug the device into
the correct jack.
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Realtek ALC888 Audio
Connector Settings
Click to access connector settings.
Disable front panel jack detection (option)
Find no function on front panel jacks? Please check if front jacks on your system are
so-called AC’97 jacks. If so, please check this item to disable front panel jack detection.
Mute rear panel output when front headphone plugged in.
Enable auto popup dialogue, when device has been plugged in
Once this item checked, the dialog “Connected device” would automatically pop up
when device plugged in.
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Test Speakers
You can select the speaker by clicking it to test its functionality. The one you select
will light up and make testing sound. If any speaker fails to make sound, then check
whether the cable is inserted firmly to the connector or replace the bad speakers
with good ones. Or you may click the auto test button to test the sounds of
each speaker automatically.
Center
Front Left
Front Right
Side Left Side Right
Subwoofer
Rear Left
Rear Right
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Realtek ALC888 Audio
Microphone
In this tab you may set the function of the microphone. Select the Noise Suppression to remove the possible noise during recording, or select Acoustic Echo
Cancelltion to cancel the acoustic echo druing recording.
Acoustic Echo Cancelltion prevents playback sound from being recorded by mi-
crophone together with your sound. For example, you might have chance to use
VOIP function through Internet with your friends. The voice of your friend will come
out from speakers (playback). However, the voice of your friend might also be
recorded into your microphone then go back to your friend through Internet. In that
case, your friend will hear his/her own voice again. With AEC(Acoustic Echo
Cancellation) enabled at your side, your friend can enjoy the benefit with less echo.
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3D Audio Demo
In this tab you may adjust your 3D positional audio before playing 3D audio applications like gaming. You may also select different environment to choose the most
suitable environment you like.
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Realtek ALC888 Audio
Information
In this tab it provides some information about this HD Audio Configuration utility,
including Audio Driver Version, DirectX Version, Audio Controller & Audio Codec. You
may also select the language of this utility by choosing from the Language list.
Also there is a selection Show icon in system tray . Switch it on and an icon
will show in the system tray. Right-click on the icon and the Audio Accessories
dialogue box will appear which provides several multimedia features for you to take
advantage of.
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Hardware Setup
Connecting the Speakers
When you have set the Multi-Channel Audio Function mode properly in the software
utility, connect your speakers to the correct phone jacks in accordance with the
setting in software utility.
n 2-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output
Refer to the following diagram and caption for the function of each phone jack on the
back panel when 2-Channel Mode is selected.
Back Panel
1
2
4
1 Line-In
2 Line-Out (Front channels)
3 Mic
4 No function
5 No function
6 No function
5
3
6
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n 4-Channel Mode for 4-Speaker Output
Back Panel
1
2
3
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4
5
6
4-Channel Analog Audio Output
1 Line-In
2 Line-Out (Front channels)
3 Mic
4 RS-Out (Rear surround channels)
5 No function
6 No function
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n 6-Channel Mode for 6-Speaker Output
Back Panel
1
4
2
3
6-Channel Analog Audio Output
1 Line-In
2 Line-Out (Front channels)
3 Mic
4 RS-Out (Rear surround channels)
5 CS-Out (Center and Subwoofer channel)
6 No function
5
6
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n 8-Channel Mode for 8-Speaker Output
Realtek ALC888 Audio
1
Back Panel
2
4
5
3
6
8-Channel Analog Audio Output
1 Line-In
2 Line-Out (Front channels)
3 Mic
4 RS-Out (Rear surround channels)
5 CS-Out (Center and Subwoofer channel)
6 SS-Out (Side channels)
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