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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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Revision History
RevisionRevision HistoryDate
V1.0First releaseSeptember 2008
Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’ s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively,
please try the following help resources for further guidance.
Visit the MSI website at http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?
func=service for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and
other information.
Contact our technical staff at http://ocss.msi.com.tw.
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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 110/220V 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 service
personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does 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 600 C (1400F), 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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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 instructions, 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.
Connect 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
MS-9818
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 interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement
Thank you for choosing the IM-GM45 (MS-9818 v1.X)
Mini ITX mainboard from MSI.
Based on the innovative Intel® GM45 & ICH9M-E controllers for optimal system efficiency, the IM-GM45 accommodates the latest Intel® Penryn/Core 2 Duo/
Celeron M processors and supports two DDR2 667/
800MHz SO-DIMM slots to provide the maximum of 4GB
memory capacity.
In the entry-level and mid-range market segment, the
IM-GM45 can provide a high-performance solution for
today’s front-end and general purpose workstation, as
well as in the future.
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Mainboard Specifications
Processor
- Intel Penryn/Core 2 Duo/Celeron M CPU
- Supports 4-pin CPU fan pin-header with Fan Speed Control
- Supports Intel Dual Core Technology to 667/800/1066MHz and up
FSB
- 667/800/1066MHz
Chipset
- North Bridge: Intel GM45 chipset
- South Bridge: Intel ICH9M-E chipset
Memory
- Unbuffer Non-ECC DDR2 667/800 SDRAM (4GB Max)
- 2 DDR2 SO-DIMM slots (200-pin / 1.8V)
LAN
- Supports Gigabit Ethernet by Intel 82567LM & 82574L
Audio
- HDA Codec by Realtek ALC888 7.1 channel
- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 specs
- 6 watt amplifier
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IDE
- 1 IDE port by JMicron JMB368
- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100 mode
- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode
CF (Optional)
- 1 CF Type II socket (Master) by JMicron JMB368
SATA
- 4 SATA II ports by ICH9M-E
- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 3Gb/s
- ICH9M-E supports RAID 0, 1
NOTE: The SATA4 port does not support RAID function.
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Connectors
Back Panel
- 1 PS/2 mouse port
- 1 PS/2 keyboard port
- 1 RS-232/422/485 serial port
- 1 HDMI port
- 1 D-Sub VGA port
- 1 DVI port
- 2 RJ-45 LAN jacks
- 4 USB 2.0 ports
- 3 audio jacks
Onboard Connectors
- 1 front panel audio pinheader
- 2 USB 2.0 pinheaders (4 ports)
- 4 RS-232 serial port connectors
- 1 SPI Flash ROM pinheader (for debugging)
- 1 S/PDIF-out pinheader
- 1 LVDS connector
- 1 amplifier connector
Slots
- 1 Mini PCI-E slot
- 1 PCI Express x1 slot
- 1 32-bit/33MHz PCI slot
- 1 CF socket (optional)
Product Overview
Form Factor
- Mini ITX: 170mm x 170mm
Mounting
- 4 mounting holes
Environmental
Storage Environment
- Temperature: -20oC ~ 80oC
- Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non condensing
Operation Environment
- Temperature: 0oC ~ 60oC
- Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non condensing
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Block Diagram
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JAMP1
JSPD1
JAUD1
JUSB2
JUSB1
SATA2
SATA4
SATA1
SATA3
PCI_E1
JLVDS1
C
O
N
1
Top: Mouse
Top: LAN1 Jack
Bottom: USB Ports
Bottom: USB Ports
Top:
Serial Port
T: Line-In
M: Line-Out
Intel
ICH9M-E
LAN
Mainboard Layout
CF1
COM2
COM3
JFP1
COM4
COM5
IDE1
JMB368
JSPI1
PCI1
Product Overview
Audio
LAN
B: Mic-In
Top: LAN2 Jack
Top:
VGA Port
Bottom:
DVI Port
Intel
J2
GM45
SYSFAN1
DIMM1
CPUFAN1
ATX1
DIMM2
Bottom:
HDMI Port
J1
Bottom:
Keyboard
IM-GM45 (MS-9818 v1.X) Mini ITX Mainboard
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MS-9818 Mainboard
Board Dimension
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Back Panel & I/O Shield Drawing
Product Overview
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MS-9818 Mainboard
Power Consumption
Component Description
CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2G CPU
Memory Transcend 667MHz DDR2 1GB
Add-On VGA NA
Hard Disk Seagate Momentus 5400.3 160 GB SATA Hard Drive
Operating system Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
Current Current CurrentCurrent
+3.3V0.700
+5V1.540
+12V0.390
+5VSB56.00
-12V42.00
Power line @115VoltsAC
TOTAL POWER15.474
0.170
Watts
mA
mA
0.720
A
1.620
A
2.530
A
54.00
mA
45.00
mA
0.470
A
41.646
Watts
0.700
A
2.970
A
1.400
A
56.00
36.00
0.310
A
34.672
A
A
A
mA
mA
A
Watts
XcopyIdleStress utility3DMARK
0.69
2.62
0.56
57.000
44.00
0.40
22.910
A
A
A
mA
mA
A
Watts
+3.3V0.64
+5V1.36
+12V0.42
+5VSB52.000
-12V40.00
Power line @115VoltsAC
TOTAL POWER14.692
1-8
S1S3
Current
AAA
AAA
AAA
mA
mAmAmA
0.20
A
Watts
345.000
63.00
1.725
Current
mA
mA
Watts
Soft Off
218.000
50.00
1.090
Current
mA
mA
Watts
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Safety Compliance & MTBF
Limits for harmonic current
Limitation of voltage
voltage supply system
Product Overview
CertificationTitle of standard
Standard number
EN 55022:1998+A1:2000+A2:2003 Class BProduct family standard
CE
RFI
EN 6100-3-2:2000 Class D
EN 6100-3-3:1995+A1:2001
emission
fluctuation and flicker in low-
ImmunityEN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003Product family standard
CNS 13438 乙類(1997年版)
BSMI
C-Tick
AS/NZS CISPR 22:2004
FCC CFR Title 47 Part 15 Subpart B: 2005 Class B
FCC
CISPR 22: 2005
VCCI V-3:2004, Class B
VCCI
VCCI V-4:2004, Class B
MTBF - Reliability Prediction
Calculation Model
Telcordia Issue 1 35
Operation
Temperature (°C)
Operating
Environment
GF, GU –Ground Fixed,
Uncontrolled
Duty Cycle MTBF(hr.)
13,575.994631 73,659
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Hardware Setup
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.
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Quick Components Guide
JFP1, p.2-12
JUSB1~2, p.2-14
PCI_E1, p.2-17
COM2~5, p.2-15
CON1, p.2-17
IDE1, p.2-9
JSPI1, p.2-15
CPU, p.2-4
PCI1, p.2-17
JSPD1, p.2-10
JAUD1, p.2-11
JAMP1, p.2-11
SATA1~4,
p.2-10
JLVDS1,
p.2-13
SYSFAN1, p.2-12
CPUFAN1, p.2-12
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ATX1, p.2-6
DIMM Slots, p.2-3
J2, p.2-16
J1, p.2-16
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-7
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Hardware Setup
Memory
The DIMM slots are intended for system memory modules.
DDR2 SO-DIMM Slot
200-pin, 1.8V
Installing Memory Modules
1. Locate the SO-DIMM slots on the mainboard.
2. Align the notch on the DIMM with the key on the slot. Insert the DIMM vertically into
the SO-DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the DIMM is deeply
inserted in the SO-DIMM slot.
3. Manually check if the DIMM has been locked in place by the retaining clips at the
sides.
Important
1. Make sure that you install the memory modules first before installing
the CPU and cooler set.
2. Always insert the memory module into the DIMM1 first.
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CPU (Central Processing Unit)
The mainboard supports Intel® Penryn/Core 2 Duo/Celeron M processors in
Socket P. When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heat sinkand a cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not
have the heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them
before turning on the computer.
Important
1. Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
2. Make sure that you apply an even layer of heat sink paste (or thermal tape)
between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
3. While replacing the CPU, always turn off the power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the
safety of CPU.
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Socket P CPU Installation
1. Locate the CPU socket on the
mainboard.
2. Place the CPU on top of the socket. Make sure that you align the gold arrow on the
CPU with the arrow key on the socket.
3. Push the CPU down until its pins securely fit into the socket.
4. On the front end of the CPU socket is a locking mechanism designed into the form
of a screw head. Make sure that you actuate or deactuate this mechanism with
a screwdriver before and after installing the CPU.
Important
Mainboard photos shown in this
section are for demonstration only
and may differ from the actual look
of your mainboard.
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Power Supply
ATX 20-Pin System Power Connector: ATX1
This connector allows you to connect to an ATX power supply. To connect to the ATX
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.
Power supply of 200watts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.
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Back Panel
RS-232/422/485
Mouse
Serial Port
VGA Port
Hardware Setup
LAN
LAN
Line-In
Line-Out
KeyboardUSB Ports
Mouse/Keyboard
The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
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.
HDMI Port
The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio/video interface
capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all TV format, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a
single cable.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
DVI-D Port
The DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface-Digital) connector allows you to connect an 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.)
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
USB Ports
MICHDMI PortDVI Port
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LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.
Speed IndicatorActivity Indicator
Left LEDRight LED
Active LED100M/1000M Speed LED
LED ColorYellowGreen/Orange
10M Cable Plug-inNo TransmissionOFF OFF
TransitionYellow(Blinking) OFF
100M Cable Plug-inNo TransmissionOFFGreen(Lighting)
TransitionYellow(Blinking)Green(Lighting)
1000M Cable Plug-in No TransmissionOFFOrange(Lighting)
TransitionYellow(Blinking)Orange(Lighting)
In S3/S4/S5 Standby StateGreen (Lighting)OFF
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.
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Connector
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.
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S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSPD1 (Optional)
This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format)
interface for digital audio transmission.
JSPD1
GND
S/PDIF-Out
5V
S/PDIF Bracket (Optional)
Serial ATA II Connector: SATA1 ~ SATA4
This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA II interface port. Each connector can
connect to one Serial ATA II device.
SATA2
SATA1
SATA4
SATA3
Important
Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.
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Audio Amplifier Connector: JAMP1
The JAMP1 is used to connect audio amplifiers to enhance audio performance.
Pin Definition
JAMP1
1
PIN SIGNAL
1AMP_L2AMP_L+
3AMP_R4AMP_R+
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1
This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with
Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
JAUD1
9
10
HD Audio Pin Definition
PINSIGNALDESCRIPTION
1MIC_LMicrophone - Left channel
2GNDGround
3MIC_RMicrophone - Right channel
4PRESENCE#Active low signal-signals BIOS that a High Definition Audio dongle
5LINE out_RAnalog Port - Right channel
6MIC_JDJack detection return from front panel microphone JACK1
7Front_JDJack detection sense line from the High Definition Audio CODEC
8NCNo control
9LINE out_LAnalog Port - Left channel
10LINEout_JDJack detection return from front panel JACK2
is connected to the analog header. PRESENCE# = 0 when a
High Definition Audio dongle is connected
jack detection resistor network
1
2
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Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1
The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting
the wire to the connectors, always 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.
If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset onboard, you must use a
specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
CONTROL
SENSOR
+12V
GND
CPUFAN1
SENSOR
+12V
GND
SYSFAN1
Important
Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at Intel® official website or consult
the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
Front Panel Connector: JFP1
The mainboard provides one front panel connector for electrical connection to the
front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O
Connectivity Design Guide.
JFP1
Power
LED
2
1
+
HDD
LED
-
Power
Switch
-
+
-
+
Reset
Switch
10
9
2-12
JFP1 Pin Definition
PINSIGNALDESCRIPTION
1HD_LED +Hard disk LED pull-up
2FP PWR/SLPMSG LED pull-up
3HD_LED -Hard disk active LED
4FP PWR/SLPMSG LED pull-up
5RST_SW -Reset Switch low reference pull-down to GND
6PWR_SW +Power Switch high reference pull-up
7RST_SW +Reset Switch high reference pull-up
8PWR_SW -Power Switch low reference pull-down to GND
9RSVD_DNUReserved. Do not use.
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LVDS Flat Panel Connector: JLVDS1
The LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signal) connector provides a digital interface
typically used with flat panels. After connecting an LVDS interfaced flat panel to the
JLVDS1, be sure to check the panel datasheet and set the J2 jumper (p. 2-16) for
proper power voltage.
This connector, compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras,
MP3 players, printers, modems and the like.
Pin Definition
JUSB1/2
2
1
10
9
PIN SIGNALPIN SIGNAL
1VCC2VCC
3USB0-4USB15USB0+6USB1+
7GND8GND
9Key (no pin)10NC
USB 2.0 Bracket
(Optional)
Important
Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid
possible damage.
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RS-232 Serial Port Connector: COM2 ~ COM5
This connector is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device to it through the optional serial port
bracket.
Pin Definition
COM2/3/4/5
9
10
1
2
PINSIGNALDESCRIPTION
1DCDData Carry Detect
2SINSerial In or Receive Data
3SOUTSerial Out or Transmit Data
4DTRData Terminal Ready
5GNDGround
6DSRData Set Ready
7RTSRequest To Send
8CTSClear To Send
9VCC_COM3 Power Source
The PCI Express slot supports PCI Express interface expansion cards.
The PCI Express x 1 slot supports up to 250 MB/s transfer rate.
The CON1 is Mini PCI-E connector for wireless LAN, TV tuner, and Robson NAND
Flash.
Mini PCI-E Slot
PCI Express x1 Slot
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot
The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that
comply with PCI specifications.
32-bit PCI Slot
CompactFlash Card Slot: CF1 (Optional)
This CompactFlash slot shares one channel of the IDE controller. The default setting is Master.
CF1
Important
When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the
power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card
to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion
card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.
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Chapter 3
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:
A9818IMS V1.0 081508 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.
081508 refers to the date this BIOS was released.
3. Before updating system BIOS, please remove any memory module on the
DIMM1 slot.
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BIOS Setup
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 theMain 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 Menu Bar
Main
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Advanced
Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features.
Boot
Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices.
Security
Use this menu to set supervisor and user passwords.
Chipset
This menu controls the advanced features of the onboard Northbridge and Southbridge.
Exit
This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into
the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.
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Main
BIOS Setup
AMI BIOS, Processor, System Memory
These items show the firmware and hardware specifications of your system. Read
only.
System Time
The time format is <Hour> <Minute> <Second>.
System Date
The date format is <Day>, <Month> <Date> <Year>.
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Advanced
CPU Configuration
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Hardware Prefetcher
The processor has a hardware prefetcher that automatically analyzes its requirements and prefetches data and instructions from the memory into the
Level 2 cache that are likely to be required in the near future. This reduces the
latency associated with memory reads. When enabled, the processor's hardware prefetcher will be enabled and allowed to automatically prefetch data and
code for the processor. When disabled, the processor's hardware prefetcher
will be disabled.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
The processor has a hardware adjacent cache line prefetch mechanism that
automatically fetches an extra 64-byte cache line whenever the processor
requests for a 64-byte cache line. This reduces cache latency by making the
next cache line immediately available if the processor requires it as well. When
enabled, the processor will retrieve the currently requested cache line, as well
as the subsequent cache line. When disabled, the processor will only retrieve
the currently requested cache line.
Max CPUID Value Limit
The Max CPUID Value Limit BIOS feature allows you to circumvent problems
with older operating systems that do not support the Intel Pentium 4 processor
with Hyper-Threading Technology. When enabled, the processor will limit the
maximum CPUID input value to 03h when queried, even if the processor supports a higher CPUID input value. When disabled, the processor will return the
actual maximum CPUID input value of the processor when queried.
Intel(R) Virtualization Tech
Virtualization enhanced by Intel 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.
Execute Disable Bit Capability
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.
Core Multi-Processing
CMP (Core Multi Processing) is the ability to have many independent processing
cores on a single die, each with their own L1 Code & Data caches, Local APICs
& thermal controls, while having a shared L2 cache, power management & bus
interface. Intel multi-core architecture has a single Intel processor package that
contains two or more processor "execution cores," or computational engines to
enable enhanced performance and more-efficient simultaneous processing of
multiple tasks.
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IDE Configuration
Mirrored IDER Configuration
This setting enables/disables the mirrored IDE RAID drive.
SATA#1 Configuration
This setting specifies the operation mode of SATA ports.
Configure SATA#1 ass
This setting specifies the function of the on-chip SATA controller.
Primary/Secondary/Third/Fourth IDE Master, Fifth IDE Master/Slave
[Block(Multi-Sector Transfer)]Any selection except Disabled determines
[PIO Mode]Indicates the type of PIO (Programmed Input/
[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.
dressing to be used in place of Cylinders,
Heads and Sectors
the number of sectors transferred per block
Output)
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[DMA Mode]Indicates the type of Ultra DMA
[S.M.A.R.T.]This allows you to activate the S.M.A.R.T.
(Self-Monitoring Analysis & Reporting
Technology) capability for the hard disks. S.
M.A.R.T is a utility that monitors your disk sta
tus to predict hard disk failure. This gives you
an opportunity to move data from a hard disk
that is going to fail to a safe place before the
hard disk becomes offline.
[32 Bit Data Transfer]Enables 32-bit communication between
CPU and IDE controller
JMicron 36x ATA Controller
This setting enables/disables the onboard JMicron IDE controller.
Super IO Configuration
BIOS Setup
Serial Port 1/3/4/5/6 Address/IRQ
Select an address and a corresponding interrupt for the specified serial ports.
COM Port Control
This setting specifies the operation mode of the serial port on the back panel.
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Hardware Health Configuration
These items display the current status of the monitored hardware devices/components such as voltages and temperatures.
CPUFAN1 Mode Setting, SYSFAN1 Mode Setting
This item enables or disables the Smart Fan feature. Smart Fan is an excellent
feature which will adjust the CPU/system fan speed automatically depending on
the current CPU temperature to prevent your system from overheating.
Available options are: [Manual Mode], [Thermal Cruise Mode], [Speed Cruise
Mode].
[Manual Mode]
CPUFAN1 PWM Control, SYSFAN1 PWM Control
This setting allows users to control the fan speed by changing the duty
cycle of the fan PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation) output.
Select a fan speed setting here, and if the fan speed of the CPU/system fans
climbs up to the selected fan speed setting, the system will automatically
increase the speed of the CPU/system fan to cool down the overheated
CPU.
CPUFAN1 Tolerance Value, SYSFAN1 Tolerance Value
You can select a fan tolerance value here for the specific range for the
“CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2 TargetSpeed Value” items. If the current fan
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speeds reach the maximum threshold (the fan speed set in the “ CPUFAN1/
SYSFAN1 TargetSpeed Value” plus the tolerance values you set here), the
fans will speed up for cooling down. On the contrary, if the current fan
speeds reach to the minimum threshold (the set fan speeds minus the tolerance values), the fans will slow down to keep the temperatures stable.
[Thermal Cruise Mode]
CPUFAN1 TargetTemp Value, SYSFAN1 TargetTemp Value
Select a temperature setting here, and if the temperature of the CPU climbs
up to the selected temperature setting, the system will automatically increase the speed of the CPU/system fan to cool down the overheated CPU.
CPUFAN1 Tolerance Value, SYSFAN1 Tolerance Value
You can select a fan tolerance value here for the specific range for the
“CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1 TargetTemp Value” items. If the current temperatures
of the 3 fans reach to the maximum threshold (the temperatures set in the
“CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1 TargetTemp Value” plus the tolerance values you set
here), the fans will speed up for cooling down. On the contrary, if the
current temperatures reach to the minimum threshold (the set temperatures
minus the tolerance values), the fans will slow down to keep the temperatures stable.
CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1 StartUp Value, CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1 Stop Value
Use these settings to select the startup/stop temperature value for the
CPUFAN1 & SYSFAN1.
CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1 Stop Time Value
Use these settings to select the stop time value for the CPUFAN1 & SYSFAN1.
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ACPI Configuration
Suspend Mode
This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your operating
system supports ACPI, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1 (POS)
or S3 (STR) fashion through the setting of this field.
USB Device Wakeup From S3
This setting allows the activity of the USB device to wake up the system from
the S3 sleep state.
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ASF Configuration
ASF Support
Alert Standard Format (ASF) is an industry standard protocol used with Local
Area Network (LAN) controllers. This protocol is designed for use with system
management through the network to improve system health monitoring, asset
protection and remote administration. ASF helps define the interfaces that provide access and manageability to operating system absent environments.
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MPS Configuration
MPS Revision
This field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification) version to be used for the operating system. You need to select the MPS version
supported by your operating system. To find out which version to use, consult
the vendor of your operating system.
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Remote Access Configuration
Remote Access
The setting enables/disables the remote access function. When set to [Enabled],
users may configure the following settings for remote access type and
parameters.
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Trusted Computing
TCG/TPM Support
This setting controls the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) designed by the Trusted
Computing Group (TCG). TPMs are special-purpose integrated circuits (ICs)
built into a variety of platforms to enable strong user authentication and machine
attestation—essential to prevent inappropriate access to confidential and sensitive information and to protect against compromised networks.
Execute TPM Command
TPM commands are managed through a child node of the TPM Management
console named Command Management. To block or allow a TPM command is a
task that local administrators can perform during the setup or re-configuration
of a TPM-equipped computer.
Clearing the TPM
When the TPM is cleared, all the keys you previously had stored on your vault
will be lost. You should create an archive of your TPM Keys before clearing the
TPM. To recover your TPM keys, you will need to restore your keys from an
archive.
TPM Enable/Disable Status
This setting displays the TPM enable/disable status. Read only.
TPM Owner Status
This setting shows the TPM ownership. Read only.
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USB Configuration
Legacy USB Support
Set to [Enabled] if you need to use any USB 1.1/2.0 device in the operating
system that does not support or have any USB 1.1/2.0 driver installed, such as
DOS and SCO Unix.
USB 2.0 Controller Mode
This setting specifies the operation mode of the onboard USB 2.0 controller.
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off
This setting allows you to enable or disable a workaround for operating systems without EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) hand-off support. The
Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI) specification describes the registerlevel interface for a Host Controller for the Universal Serial Bus (USB) Revision
2.0.
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Boot
Boot Settings Configuration
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Quick Boot
Enabling this setting will cause the BIOS power-on self test routine to skip some
of its tests during bootup for faster system boot.
Quiet Boot
This BIOS feature determines if the BIOS should hide the normal POST messages with the motherboard or system manufacturer's full-screen logo.
When it is enabled, the BIOS will display the full-screen logo during the boot-up
sequence, hiding normal POST messages.
When it is disabled, the BIOS will display the normal POST messages, instead of
the full-screen logo.
Please note that enabling this BIOS feature often adds 2-3 seconds of delay to
the booting sequence. This delay ensures that the logo is displayed for a
sufficient amount of time. Therefore, it is recommended that you disable this
BIOS feature for a faster boot-up time.
AddOn ROM Display Mode
This item is used to determine the display mode when an optional ROM is
initialized during POST. When set to [Force BIOS], the display mode used by AMI
BIOS is used. Select [Keep Current] if you want to use the display mode of
optional ROM.
Bootup Num-Lock
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.
PS/2 Mouse Support
Select [Enabled] if you need to use a PS/2-interfaced mouse in the operating
system.
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error
When this setting is set to [Enabled] and the boot sequence encounters an
error, it asks you to press F1. If disabled, the system continues to boot without
waiting for you to press any keys.
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display
Set this option to [Disabled] to prevent the message as follows:
It will prevent the message from appearing on the first BIOS screen when the
computer boots. Set it to [Enabled] when you want to run the BIOS Setup Utility.
Interrupt 19 Capture
Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When
enabled, this BIOS feature allows the ROM BIOS of these host adaptors to
"capture" Interrupt 19 during the boot process so that drives attached to these
adaptors can function as bootable disks. In addition, it allows you to gain access to the host adaptor's ROM setup utility, if one is available.
When disabled, the ROM BIOS of these host adaptors will not be able to "capture" Interrupt 19. Therefore, you will not be able to boot operating systems
from any bootable disks attached to these host adaptors. Nor will you be able to
gain access to their ROM setup utilities.
Hit Del if you want to run setup
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Security
Supervisor Password / Change Supervisor Password
Supervisor Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility. These settings allow
you to set or change the supervisor password.
User Password / Change User Password
User Password controls access to the system at boot. These settings allow you to
set or change the user password.
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BIOS Setup
North Bridge Configuration
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DVMT Mode Select
Intel's Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) allows the system to dynamically allocate memory resources according to the demands of the system at any
point in time. The key idea in DVMT is to improve the efficiency of the memory
allocated to either system or graphics processor.
It is recommended that you set this BIOS feature to DVMT Mode for maximum
performance. Setting it to DVMT Mode ensures that system memory is dynamically allocated for optimal balance between graphics and system performance.
DVMT/FIXED Memory
When set to DVMT/FIXED Mode, the graphics driver will allocate a fixed
amount of memory as dedicated graphics memory, as well as allow more
system memory to be dynamically allocated between the graphics processor and the operating system.
PAVP Mode
This setting enables/disables the Protected Audio/Video Path (PAVP) mode.
Boot Display Device
Use the field to select the type of device you want to use as the display(s) of
the system.
Flat Panel Type
This setting allows you to set your preferences for the boot display device.
South Bridge Configuration
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USB Functions, USB Port Configure
These settings specify the function of the onboard USB controller.
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.
GbE Controller
This setting disables/enables the onboard Gigabit Ethernet controller.
GbE LAN Boot
When [Enabled], the BIOS attempts to boot from a LAN boot image before it
attempts to boot from a local storage device.
GbE Wake Up From S5
This field specifies whether the system will be awakened from the S5 power
saving mode when activity or input signal of onboard LAN is detected.
HDA Controller
This setting controls the High Definition Audio interface integrated in the
Southbridge.
Restore on AC Power Loss
This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or
interrupt occurs. Available settings are:
[Power Off]Leaves the computer in the power off state.
[Power On]Leaves the computer in the power on state.
[Last State]Restores the system to the previous status before power
failure or interrupt occurred.
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ME Subsystem Configuration
BootBlock HECI Message, HECI Message, End of Post S5 HECI
Message, ME HECI Configuration
These settings control the Host Embedded Communication Interface (HECI).
Only advanced users are advised to change the settings.
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Exit
Save Changes and Exit
Save changes to CMOS and exit the Setup Utility.
BIOS Setup
Discard Changes and Exit
Abandon all changes and exit the Setup Utility.
Discard Changes
Abandon all changes and continue with the Setup Utility.
Load Optimal Defaults
Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard.
Load Failsafe Defaults
Use this menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system
performance.
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Chapter 4
System Resources
This chapter provides information on the following
system resources: