MSI Keeper 945GM Owner's Manual
MS-9641 (V1.X) Mainboard
G52-96411x1
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Copyright Notice
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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
Revision Revision History Date
V1.1 Updating memory capacity August 2008
to 4GB
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-9641
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.............................................................................................................iii
Trademarks......................................................................................................................iii
Revision History.............................................................................................................iii
Technical Support..........................................................................................................iii
Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................iii
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement.........................................................v
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement....................................v
Chapter 1 Getting Started.....................................................................................1-1
Mainboard Specifications...................................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup....................................................................................2-1
Quick Components Guide....................................................................................2-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit)............................................................................2-3
Memory.................................................................................................................2-6
Power Supply......................................................................................................2-8
Front Panel...........................................................................................................2-9
Connectors.........................................................................................................2-11
Jumpers..............................................................................................................2-20
Slots....................................................................................................................2-22
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup.............................................................................................3-1
Entering Setup.....................................................................................................3-2
The Menu Bar......................................................................................................3-4
Main......................................................................................................................3-5
Advanced............................................................................................................3-7
Boot....................................................................................................................3-19
Security..............................................................................................................3-21
System...............................................................................................................3-22
PC Health............................................................................................................3-23
Exit......................................................................................................................3-25
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Getting Started
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the MS-9641 v1.x Micro-ATX
mainboard. The mainboard is based on Intel® 945GM
and Intel® ICH7R chipset for optimal system efficiency.
Designed to fit the advanced Intel® Core Duo/Core
Solo Series processor, the mainboard delivers a high
performance and professional desktop platform solution.
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Mainboard Specifications
Processor
- Intel® Core Duo/Core Solo Series processors in the 478 Micro
FC-PGA package.
- Supports 3 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control.
- Supports Intel Core Duo Technology.
FSB
- 533/ 667 MHz
Chipset
- North Bridge: Intel® 945GM chipset
- South Bridge: Intel® ICH7/ICH7R chipset
Memory
- DDR2 533/667 SDRAM (4GB Max)
- 2 DDR2 DIMM slots (240pin / 1.8V)
LAN
- Supports 6 PCI Expresss GB Lan by Intel 82573L
- Supports Ethernet by pass function with Programming Relay(4 ports)
IDE
- 1 IDE port by ICH7/ICH7R (44-pin connector)
- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100 mode
SATA
- 4 SATA II ports by ICH7/ICH7R
- Supports four SATA II devices
- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 300MB/s
CF
- Supports 1 Compact Flash connector
Connectors
Front Panel
- 2~6 RJ45 Gigabit LAN ports (optional)
- 2 USB 2.0 ports
- 1 serial port
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Onboard Pinheaders
- 1 COM0 pinheader
- 1 USB 2.0 pinheader
- 1 VGA port
Slots
- 1 PCI slot
Watch Dog Timer
- 255 level
Form Factor
- Micro-ATX (24.3cm X 22.7 cm)
Mounting
- 8 mounting holes
Accessory
- CPU Retention Module (optional)
- CPU Cooler (optional)
Getting Started
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BIOS
Intel
945GM
Intel
ICH7R
J5
SMBus
Mainboard Layout
COM1
JUSB0
JLAN0
JLAN1
JLAN2
JLAN3
JLAN4
JLAN5
JVGA0
COM0
DIMM1
DIMM0
ATX1
AUXFAN0
CPU Keepout zone
J3
JTV0
J2
F_USB2
PCI 0
BATT
LAN LED
+
PCIE X4 & PCI Bus on Edge
CLR_CMOS0
MS-9641 v1.X Micro-ATX Mainboard
SYSFAN1
SATA4
SATA2
JCF_SEL
J0
Winbond
W83627EHG
JPW0
SATA3
JFP1
CPUFAN0
IDEB0
MH4
JCFV_SEL
JLPC1
SATA1
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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
AUXFAN0,
JCOM0,
p.2-15
ATX1, p.2-8
p.2-13
SYSFAN1,
p.2-13
SM_BUS,
p.2-15
DIMM0/1,
p.2-6
JPW0,
p.2-8
Front Panel,
p.2-9
J3,
p.2-16
PCI 0,
p.2-22
CLR_CMOS0,
p.2-20
LAN_LED,
p.2-16
J5, p.2-21
F_USB2,
p.2-14
Golden Finger,
p.2-22
JFP1,
p.2-13
JCF_SEL,
p.2-21
CPUFAN0,
p.2-13
CPU,
p.2-3
IDEB0,
p.2-11
CF0, p.2-11
JCFV_SEL,
p.2-21
SATA1~4,
p.2-12
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Hardware Setup
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
The mainboard supports Intel® Core Duo/Core Solo processor in the 478 pin
package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called mPGA478 for easy CPU installation.
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.
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 ATX 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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CPU & Cooler Set Installation
1. Loose the screw on the CPU socket with a tank screwdriver in clockwise
direction.
2. Place the CPU on top of the socket. Make sure to align the gold arrow on the
CPU with the arrow key on the socket.
4. On the front end of the CPU socket is a
locking mechanism designed into the
form of a screw. Make sure that you
actuate or deactuate this mechanism
with a screwdriver before and after
installing the CPU.
3. Push the CPU down until its
pins securely fit into the
socket.
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5. Lift up the levers on both sides.
Hardware Setup
5. Mount the cooler set (fan & heatsink
bundled) on top of the CPU and fit it
into the retention mechanism.
6. Secure the levers to lock the cooler
set.
7. Connect the fan power cable from
the mounted fan to the 3-pin fan
power connector on the board.
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Memory
These DIMM slots are intended for system memory modules.
DDR2
240-pin, 1.8V
64x2=128 pin 56x2=112 pin
Memory Population Rules
Slot Memory Module Total Memory
DIMM 0
(Bank 0 & 1) S/D 128MB~2GB
DIMM 1
(Bank 2 & 3) S/D 128MB~2GB
Maximum System Memory Supported 128MB~4GB
S: Single Side D: Double Side
Important
-Make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density.
-To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules
into the DIMM0 first.
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