Msi K9N2 SLI Platinum Series user Manual

K9N2 SLI Platinum Series

MS-7374 (V1.X) Mainboard

G52-73741X3

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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.

Trademarks

All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.
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marks of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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AMI® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.

Revision History

Revision Revision History Date

V1.0 First release for Europe July 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 for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates,
and other information: http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?

func=service

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 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 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-7374

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

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CONTENTS

Copyright Notice.........................................................................................................ii

Trademarks..................................................................................................................ii

Revision History.........................................................................................................ii

Technical Support......................................................................................................ii

Safety Instructions...................................................................................................iii

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement.............................................iv

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement.......................v

English......................................................................................................................En-1

Specifications....................................................................................................En-2

Central Processing Unit: CPU...........................................................................En-5

Memory...............................................................................................................En-7

Connectors, Jumpers, Slots.............................................................................En-9

Back Panel........................................................................................................En-15

BIOS Setup.......................................................................................................En-17

Software Information......................................................................................En-21

Deutsch....................................................................................................................De-1

Spezifikationen..................................................................................................De-2

Hauptprozessor: CPU.......................................................................................De-5

Speicher.............................................................................................................De-7

Anschlüsse, Steckbrücken und Slots.............................................................De-9

Hinteres Anschlusspaneel.............................................................................De-15

BIOS Setup.......................................................................................................De-17

Software-Information......................................................................................De-21

Français.....................................................................................................................Fr-1

Spécificités.........................................................................................................Fr-2

Central Processing Unit: CPU............................................................................Fr-5

Mémoire...............................................................................................................Fr-7

Connecteurs, Cavaliers, Slots..........................................................................Fr-9

Panneau Arrière...............................................................................................Fr-15

Configuration du BIOS......................................................................................Fr-17

Information de Logiciel.....................................................................................Fr-21

Русский ....................................................................................................................Ru-1

Характеристики ...............................................................................................Ru-2

Центральный процессор (CPU).....................................................................Ru-5

Память ..............................................................................................................Ru-7

Коннекторы, перемычки, разъемы ..............................................................Ru-9

Задняя панель ...............................................................................................Ru-15

Настройка BIOS..............................................................................................Ru-17

Сведения о программном обеспечении ...................................................Ru-21

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K9N2 SLI Platinum

User’s Guide

English

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MS-7374 Mainboard

Specifications

Processor Support

- AMD® Phenom/ Athlon/ Sempron series processors in AM2/ AM2+
package

- Supports 4 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control

(For the latest information about CPU, please visit

http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=cpuform)

Supported FSB

- AM2 CPU supports Hyper Transport 1.0

- AM2+ CPU supports Hyper Transport 3.0

Chipset

- NVIDIA® nForce 750a SLI (MCP 72P) chipset

Memory Support

- DDR2 1066 (for AM2+ CPU only)/ 800/ 667 DRAM (8GB Max)

- 4 DDR2 DIMMs (240pin/ 1.8V)

(For more information on compatible components, please visit

http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=testreport)

LAN

- Supports 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek 8211BL

1394 (optional)

- Transfer rate is up to 400Mbps

- Controlled by VIA VT6308P (optional)

Audio

- Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC888

- Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing

- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 spec

IDE

- 2 IDE ports (one by nForce 750a SLI, one by JMB363)

- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100/133 mode

- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode

SATA

- 6 SATAII ports by nForce 750a SLI

- 2 ESATA (External-SATA) ports (back panel) by JMB363

- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 3 Gb/s

RAID

- SATA1~6 support RAID 0/ 1/ 0+1/ 5 or JBOD mode

- 2 ESATA (External-SATA) ports support RAID 0/ 1 mode

Floppy

- 1 floppy port

- Supports 1 FDD with 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB

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Connectors

Back panel

- 1 PS/2 mouse port

- 1 PS/2 keyboard port

- 1 1394 port (optional)

- 1 Optical SPDIF-out jack

- 1 DVI-D port

- 1 LAN jack

- 4 USB 2.0 ports

- 2 ESATA ports

- 6 flexible audio jacks

On-Board Pinheaders

- 3 USB 2.0 pinheaders

- 1 1394 pinheader (optional)

- 1 Front Panel Audio pinheader

- 1 CD-in pinheader

- 1 Serial port pinheader

- 1 TPM Module pinheader (optional)

- 1 SPDIF-out pinheader

- 1 Chassis Intrusion pinheader

TPM (optional)

- Supports TPM

Slots

- 2 PCI Express x16 slots compatible with PCIE 2.0 specification,
supports SLI mode

a. the mazarine PCIE x16 (PCI_E1) slot supports up to PCIE 2.0

x16 speed

b. the blue PCIE x16 (PCI_E3) slot is a special design that

supports up to PCIE 2.0 x8 speed

c. if you intend to use both PCIE x16 slots, please use them with

graphics cards in SLI mode and these two PCIE x16 lanes
will auto arrange from x16/ x0 to x8/ x8

- 1 PCI Express x 1 slot

- 2 PCI slots

Form Factor

- ATX (30.5cm X 24.4 cm)

Mounting

- 9 mounting holes

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PCI_E1/
E2/ E3,

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JCI1, p.En-12

JCOM1, p.En-12

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JAUD1, p.En-11

Mouse/
Keyboard,

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JPW2/JPW3,

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JCD1,

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SPDOUT1, p.En-11

1394
Port,

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DVI-D Port,

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Optical S/
PDIF-out

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SYSFAN1/2,

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J1394_1,

FDD1,

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LAN,

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Line-Out

USB
Port,

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CPU,

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ESATA
Port,

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CPUFAN1,

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POWER1, p.En-13

JFP1/ JFP2, p.En-10

Line-In

RS-Out

CS-Out

SS-Out

Mic

Audio,

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IDE2, p.En-9

DDR2, p.En-7

IDE1, p.En-9

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SYSFAN3,

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SATA1~6,

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JTPM1, p.En-13
CLR_CMOS1,

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JUSB1~3,

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RESET1, p.En-13
SYSFAN4,

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Quick Components Guide of K9N2 SLI Platinum Series

(MS-7374 v1.X) Mainboard

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Central Processing Unit: CPU

Correct CPU

The mainboard supports AMD® processor. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called
Socket AM2/ AM2+ for easy CPU installation. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult
your dealer before turning on the computer.

For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?
func=cpuform

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. Make sure
that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU
and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.

Replacing the CPU

While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the safety of
CPU.

Overclocking

This mainboard 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 inad-

equate operation or beyond product specifications.

CPU Installation Procedures for Socket AM2/ AM2+

1.Please turn off the power and unplug the power cord be­fore installing the CPU.

2.Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Make sure to
raise the lever up to a 90-degree angle.

3.Look for the gold arrow of the CPU. The gold arrow should

Gold arrow

point as shown in the picture. The CPU can only fit in the
correct orientation.

4.If the CPU is correctly installed, the pins should be com­pletely embedded into the socket and can not be seen. Please note that any
violation of the correct installation procedures may cause permanent damages to
your mainboard.

5.Press the CPU down firmly into the socket and close the lever. As the CPU is likely to
move while the lever is being closed, always close the lever with your fingers press­ing tightly on top of the CPU to make sure the CPU is properly and completely
embedded into the socket.

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Installing CPU Cooler Set
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heat sink and a cooling

fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler,

consult your dealer before turning on the computer.

Important

Mainboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration of the CPU/ cooler
installation only. The appearance of your mainboard may vary depending on the
model you purchase.

1.Position the cooling set onto the retention mechanism. Hook one end of the clip to
hook first.

2.Then press down the other end of the clip to fasten the cooling set on the top of the
retention mechanism. Locate the Fix Lever and lift up it .

3.Fasten down the lever.

4.Attach the CPU Fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard.

Fixed Lever

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Memory

DDR2: DIMM1~4
Specification : 240-pin, 1.8v.
Dual channels definition : Half the DIMM slots are GREEN color and the others are

Orange color. Install the memory modules in the same color DIMM slots will enable
dual channel mode.

64x2=128 pin 56x2=112 pin

Important

- DDR2 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR and the DDR2 stan-

dard is not backwards compatible. You should always install DDR2 memory
modules in the DDR2 DIMM slots.

- In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same

type and density in different channel DIMM slots.

- To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules into the

DIMM1 first.

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Installing Memory Modules

You can find the notch on the memory module and the volt on the DIMM slot. Follow the
procedures below to install the memory module properly.

1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right

orientation.

2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the

golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot. The plastic
clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close when the memory module
is properly seated.

Important

You can barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted in
the DIMM slot.

3. Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot

clips at the sides.

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Volt

Notch

Connectors, Jumpers, Slots

Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1 & SYSFAN1~4

The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. The CPU FAN supports
Smart FAN function. When connect 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. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor
chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with speed sensor to take
advantage of the fan control.

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CPU FAN

Control
SENSOR
+12V
GND

SYS FAN

GND
+12V
SENSOR or NC

Important

1.Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s official website or

consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.

2.CPUFAN supports fan control. You can install Dual Core Center utility that

will automatically control the CPU fan speed according to the actual CPU
temperature.

3. Fan cooler set with 3 or 4 pins power connector are both available for CPUFAN.

Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1

This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB or 2.88MB floppy disk drive.

IDE connector: IDE1/ IDE2

This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.

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 docu-
mentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting instructions.

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Serial ATA Connector: SATA1~6

This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to
one Serial ATA device.

Important

Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise, data
loss may occur during transmission.

Front Panel Connectors: JFP1/ JFP2

These connectors are for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs.
The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

Power

Power

Switch

LED

Speaker

2
1

HDD
LED

JFP1

Reset
Switch

10

9

2
1

Power LED

JFP2

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7

IEEE1394 Connector (Green): J1394_1

This connector allows you to connect the IEEE1394 device via an optional IEEE1394
bracket.

IEEE1394 Bracket

(Optional)

2

1

Ground

TPB-

TPA-

TPA+

Ground

Cable power

10

9

TPB+

Ground

Key (no pin)

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Front USB Connector (Yellow): JUSB1~3

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.

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USB 2.0 Bracket

(Optional)

USBOC

GND

USB1+

USB1-

VCC

10

1 2

9

Key (no pin)
GND
USB0+
USB0­VCC

Important

Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.

S/PDIF-Out Connector: SPDOUT1

This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format)
interface for digital audio transmission.

SPDIFO GND

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.

®

MIC_JD

NC(No pin)

Ground

Presence#

2
1

LINE out_JD

10

9

MIC _L

MIC _R

Front_JD

LINE out_L

LINE out_R

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CD-In Connector: JCD1

This connector is provided for external audio input.

R L

GND

Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCI1

This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is opened,
the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this status and
show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS
utility and clear the record.

GND
CINTRU

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Serial Port Connector: JCOM1

This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device.

RI

SIN

192

RTS
Ground
SOUT
DCD

DSR
DTR

Clear CMOS Button: CLR_CMOS1

The CMOS RAM onboard has a power supply from 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, use the button
to clear data. Press the button to clear the data.

Important

Make sure that you power off the system before clearing CMOS data.

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Power Button: POWER1

This power button is used to turn-on or turn-off the system. Press the button to turn-on or
turn-off the system.

Reset Button: RESET1

This reset button is used to reset the system. Press the button to reset the system.

TPM Module Connector: JTPM1

This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) module (optional). Please
refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

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LFRAME#

GND
GND

LAD3

VCC5

SIRQ

VCC3

21

LAD2
LAD1
LAD0
LRST#

Key(no pin)

3Vdual / 3V_STB LCLK

Power Supply Attachment

Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all components are
installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. All power connectors on the
mainboard have to connect to the ATX power supply and have to work together to
ensure stable operation of the mainboard.

ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: ATX1

This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX
24-pin 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.

You may use the 20-pin ATX power supply as you like. If you’d like to use the 20-pin ATX
power supply, please plug your power supply along with pin 1 & pin 13.

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+3.3V

+12V
+12V

5VSB

PWR OK

GND

+5V

GND

+5V

GND

+3.3V

+3.3V

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1

13

GND
+5V
+5V
+5V
NC
GND
GND
GND
PS-ON#
GND

-12V
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ATX 12V Power Connector (2x4-Pin): JPW3

This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

+12V

8
4

5
1

GND

ATX 12V Power Connector (1x4-Pin): JPW2

This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the graphics card.

1
2
3
4

5V

GND
GND
12V

PCI Express Slot (x16/ x4/ x1): PCI_E1~E3

The PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express interface expansion card.

PCI Express x 16 Slot

(PCI_E1 & PCI_E3)

PCI Express x 1 Slot

(PCI_E2)

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot: PCI1~2

The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that
comply with PCI specifications.

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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Back Panel

Mouse/Keyboard

The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.

PS/2 Mouse connector (Green/ 6-pin female)

PS/2 Keyboard connector (Purple/ 6-pin female)

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

-D 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.)

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Important

Please note that the DVI-D connector does not support connecting the D-Sub to
DVI-D converter.

1394 Port

The IEEE1394 port on the back panel provides connection to IEEE1394 devices.

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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.

LED Color LED State Condition

Off LAN link is not established.

Left Orange On (steady state) LAN link is established.

On (brighter & pulsing) The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.

Green Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.

Right On 100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.

Orange On 1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.

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USB Port

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.

Audio Port Connectors

These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color of
the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.

Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Line-In (Blue) - Line In, is used for external CD player, tape player or other audio

MIC (Pink) - Mic In, is a connector for microphones.
CS-Out (Orange) - Center/ Subwoofer Out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
RS-Out (Black) - Rear-Surround Out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
SS-Out (Gray) - Side-Surround Out 7.1 channel mode.

devices.

Optical S/PDIF-out

This S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for
digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable.

ESATA Port

This ESATA (External Serial ATA) port is used to connect the external SATA device. You
can also use the optional external SATA cable to connect SATA device and eSATA port.

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BIOS Setup

This chapter provides basic 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 BIOS SETUP.

* You want to change the default settings for customized features.

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:

A7374NMS V1.0 041708 where:
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD, and P = PHOENIX.
2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number.
6th refers to the Chipset vender as A = AMD, I = Intel, V = VIA, N = Nvidia, U = ULi.
7th - 8th digit refers to the customer as MS = all standard customers.
V1.0 refers to the BIOS version.
041708 refers to the date this BIOS was released.

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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.

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 containing additional options can be launched
from this field. You can use control keys (↑↓ ) to high-
light 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 <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

Once you enter AMI® or AWARD® BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear
on the screen. The Main Menu allows you to select from ten setup functions and two exit
choices. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter
the sub-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 special enhanced features.

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.

H/W Monitor

This entry shows your PC health status.

BIOS Setting Password

Use this menu to set the Password.

Cell Menu

Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control and overclocking.

USER SETTINGS

Use this menu to save/ load your settings to/ from CMOS for BIOS.

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 themainboard.

Save & Exit Setup

Save changes to CMOS and exit setup.

Exit Without Saving

Abandon all changes and exit setup.

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MS-7374 Mainboard

When enter the BIOS Setup utility, follow the processes below for general use.

1. Load Optimized Defaults : Use control keys (↑↓ ) to highlight the Load Optimized
Defaults field and press <Enter> , a message as below appears:

Select [Ok] and press Enter to load the default settings for optimal system performance.

2. Setup Date/ Time : Select the Standard CMOS Features and press <Enter> to enter
the Standard CMOS Features-menu. Adjust the Date, Time fields.

3. Save & Exit Setup : Use control keys (↑↓ ) to highlight the Save & Exit Setup field
and press <Enter> , a message as below appears:

Select [Ok] and press Enter to save the configurations and exit BIOS Setup utility.

Important

The configuration above are for general use only. If you need the detailed
settings of BIOS, please see the manual in English version on MSI website.

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