MSI Mega 400 User Manual

i

User’s Guide

ii

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 when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. 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. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.

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 AC. 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 MEGA 400

Tested to comply
with FCC Standard

For Home or Office Use

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Lithium Battery Statement

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufactuer. Discard used bat­teries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned
by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright pro­tection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is in­tended for home and other limited viewing users only unless otherwise autho­rized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.

Macrovision

®

Statement

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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 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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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.

Revision History

Revision Revision History Date

V1.0 First Release Aug. 2003

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CONTENTS

Introduction
Chapter 1. Getting Started-------------------------------------------------------- 1-1

1.1 All-in-One Feature Set ------------------------------------------------- 1-2
Front Panel--------------------------------------------------------------1-3
Back Panel -------------------------------------------------------------- 1-3

1.2 System Specification --------------------------------------------------- 1-4

1.3 Performance PC---------------------------------------------------------- 1-6

1.4 Hi-Fi Audio --------------------------------------------------------------- 1-8

Chapter 2. Introducing Mainboard---------------------------------------------- 2-1

2.1 Mainboard Layout------------------------------------------------------- 2-2

2.2 CPU ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-3
CPU Clock Frequency Selection ----------------------------------- 2-3
CPU Installation Procedures----------------------------------------- 2-4

2.3 Memory ------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-5
Introduction to DDR SDRAM --------------------------------------- 2-5
Memory Speed /CPU FSB Support Matrix------------------------ 2-5
DIMM Module Combination---------------------------------------- 2-5

2.4 Power Supply------------------------------------------------------------- 2-6

2.5 Front Panel----------------------------------------------------------------2-7
IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-2 ---------------------------------------------- 2-7
IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-1 ---------------------------------------------- 2-8
USB Ports----------------------------------------------------------------2-8
Mic-in/Head-Phone --------------------------------------------------- 2-9
OPTICAL SPDIF-in ---------------------------------------------------- 2-9

2.6 Back Panel-------------------------------------------------------------- 2-10
Serial Port ------------------------------------------------------------- 2-10
Mouse/Keyboard Connectors-------------------------------------- 2-11
VGA Port -------------------------------------------------------------- 2-11
LAN Port-------------------------------------------------------------- 2-12
S-Video out Connector --------------------------------------------- 2-12

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OPTICAL SPDIF-out------------------------------------------------- 2-12
Parallel Port----------------------------------------------------------- 2-13
USB Ports-------------------------------------------------------------- 2-14
Audio Port------------------------------------------------------------- 2-14

2.7 Connectors-------------------------------------------------------------- 2-15
IDE Connectors: IDE1&IDE2 -------------------------------------- 2-15
CD-in Connector: JCD1 -------------------------------------------- 2-16
TV-Tuner Card Connector: JCD2 --------------------------------- 2-16
CPU/System Fan Connectors: CPUFAN1/CN31/CN30 ------ 2-16
Front Panel Power Connector: JFP1------------------------------ 2-17
Card Reader Connector: J5 ---------------------------------------- 2-17
Hi-Fi Power Connector: U11 -------------------------------------- 2-17
LCM Connector: J8-------------------------------------------------- 2-18
Modem Module Connector: J6 (Optional) --------------------- 2-18
Radio Antenna Connector: J3 ------------------------------------- 2-18

2.8 Jumpers..............................................................................2-19

Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 .............................................2-19

CPU FSB Mode Jumper: J1 ---------------------------------------- 2-19

2.9 Slots................................................................................... 2-20

PCI Slot ........................................................................... 2-20

AGP Slot..........................................................................2-20

Chapter 3. Using Audio Function........................................................3-1

3.1 Control Panel .......................................................................3-3

3.2 Remote Controller ................................................................3-4

3.3 AC Power on ........................................................................3-5

3.4 Playing CD/MP3 in Hi-Fi Mode ............................................3-6

3.5 Playing FM/AM in Hi-Fi Mode ............................................ 3-10

3.6 Using Audio Function in PC Mode ......................................3-12

Radio Mode .....................................................................3-12

CD\MP3 Mode ................................................................ 3-13

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Chapter 4: Setting BIOS Function........................................................4-1

4.1 Entering Setup ......................................................................4-2

Control Keys ......................................................................4-2

Getting Help......................................................................4-3

Main Menu ........................................................................4-3

Sub-Menu ..........................................................................4-3

General Help<F1> .............................................................4-3

4.2 The Main Menu....................................................................4-4

4.3 Standard CMOS Features......................................................4-6

4.4 Advanced BIOS Features ......................................................4-8

4.5 Advanced Chipset Features.................................................4-11

4.6 Power Management Setup ..................................................4-16

4.7 PNP/PCI Configurations ...................................................... 4-18

4.8 Integrated Peripherals .........................................................4-19

4.9 PC Health Status ................................................................ 4-22

4.10 System Information...........................................................4-23

Appendix. Using Mega Radio............................................................. A-1

Listening to Radio ..................................................................... A-2

Setting Memory Station ............................................................. A-6

Recording Music ....................................................................... A-7

Introduction

Introducing Your
“Digital Media Platform”

Thank you for your purchasing of MEGA 400, the Best of Computing &
Home Entertainment. Based on the design idea of consumer product, the MEGA
400 is not just a PC anymore. The “All-in-One” feature positions MEGA 400 as
a Digital Media Platform.

From the recent years, the ownership and usage of desktop and notebook
PCs across W.W. households has turned computers into a commodity item. While
Microsoft strongly promotes the “Media Center” platform concept “Windows XP
Media Center Edition” on HP “Free Style”, Intel is also exploring their “Digital
Home” concept for the “Home-use” PC.

To meet the new concept of Home PC, the MEGA 400 has been posi­tioned as a Digital Media Platform to perform TV-recording (optional), home
theater (DVD+5.1 channels), digital audio playback (MP3, Audio CD), photo
and video stream data browsing. Meanwhile, it can also support high game
performance (AGP 8x slot). On the other hand, the remote controller allows you
to use it like an advanced Hi-Fi stereo in playing CD/MP3 and listening to radio.

An innovative feature to implement the Hi-Fi
stereo into home PC with a fancy equalizer
LCM and control panel on the front bezel

Introduction

maximize your connection to the digital planet

- Hi-Fi Stereo: Audio CD+MP3 Player+AM/FM Tuner

- Home Theater: DVD + 5.1 Channel + TV Tuner (option)

- Media Center: Card Reader + 1394 + SPDIF I/O +PVR

- Completed PC: Office + Game Machine

A New Digital Media Form Factor that Allows You to

- Control Live Television

- Enjoy Home Theater (DVD + 5.1 Channel)

- Listen to Digital Music (MP3, Audio CD)

- Burn Music, Photos and Video

- View Your Favorite Photos

- Incredible Gaming Performance

- And more.....

For Home, For Work & For Fun

1-1

Getting Started

Getting Started

1.1 All-in-One Feature Set

1.2 System Specification

1.3 Performance PC

1.4 Hi-Fi Audio

1-2

Chapter 1

1.1 All-in-one Feature Set

The MEGA 400 implements all the Hi-Fi Stereo into Home-PC with a
fancy equalizer LCM and control panel in the front bezel. When PC is power
off, you can use it just like a Hi-Fi Stereo with a remote controller. When PC is
power on, you can use it for Home Theater and Media Center PC. The all-in-one
feature provides you with multiple functions in a small form factor. It can be set
anywhere you want, such as bedroom or living room, while it’s easily be moved
to anywhere whenever you need.

See the following for the feature:

TV-out

TV-Tuner (Option)

Optical Drive (Option)

Equalizer LCM

Card Reader

5.1 Channel

Hi-Fi Power Switch

PC Power Switch

Remote Controller

1-3

Getting Started

Front Panel

Back Panel

Power Jack

Serial Port

VGA Port

Keyboard

USB x 2

Optical SPDIF-out

Speak-out

Lin-in

Mic-in

AGP Slot

PCI Slot

Phone Jack (RJ11)

Mouse

LAN Port

Parallel Port

Radio Antenna Jack

Optical SPDIF-in

Mic-in

Head-Phone

USB x 2

J1394-1

J1394-2

IR Receiver

Mode

Eject/Stop

Forward

Play/Pause

Backward

Shuttle Controller

PC Reset

Hi-Fi Power Switch

HDD LED

PC Power Switch

S-Video

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Chapter 1

1.2 System Specification

M/B

- MS-6749 (Proprietary F/F), 185 x 290 mm (4 layer)

CPU:

- Support Socket 462 for AMD

®

AthlonTM/DuronTM/AthlonXP

TM

up to 2800+

Chipset:

- VIA VT8205A2(KM400)+VT8235CD

Memory:

- DDR 333 x 2, support memory up to 2.0GB

On-Board Audio:

- AC’97 Codec integrated in ALC 650, support 5.1 channel , SPDIF In/Out.

On-Board VGA:

- Integrated (AGP 8X)

- On-Board VGA memory: None

On-Board Communication

- LAN: integrated in VIA VT6103 (10/100Mb)

- Modem: 56K MDC module (Optional)

On-Board TV-out

- Integrated in VIA 1622AM (800 x 600)

On-Board USB

- Front x 2; Rear x 2; On-Board x 2 for Card Reader & RF K/B, M/S (MFG Option)

On-Board IEEE 1394:

- Integrated in VIA VT6307 (2 ports in the front, 4-pin x 1 and 6-pin x 1)

Expansion Slots:

- PCI 2.2 x 1, AGP (8X) x1

Power Off Function:

- Playback Audio CD, MP3, AM/FM Radio Tuner (with Remote Controller)

TV Tuner Function

- MS-8606 (Optional PCI TV Tuner card with remote controller)

Power Supply:

- 200W (PFC 5V/12V SB) Full Range

1-5

Getting Started

Chassis:

- 202(W) x 320(D) x 151(H) mm (9.76 Liters)

On-Board Headers & Connectors

- Rear Panel: Parallel Port x 1, Serial Port x 1, VGA x 1, PS/2 x 2, Mic in/Line in/
Line out x 1, USB x 2, LAN (RJ45) x 1, SPDIF/O x 1, TV out x1, Phone Jack (RJ11)
x1, Radio Antenna Jack x1

- Front Panel: Mic in/Headphone x 1, USB x 2, SPDIF/I x 1, 1394 x 1 (4-pin), 1394
x 1(6-pin)

BIOS

- 2MB Flash

Clock Generator

- Integrated in ICS/ICS94230

Others

- Microsoft

®

PC 2001

- LAN Wake Up Function

- Suspend to RAM/Disk function

- Top Tech III (Thermal Overheat Protection Technology)

- PC Alert System Hardware Monitor

- On-Board BlueBird Module for Power-Off features

- On-Board Equalizer (LCM)

WARNING!!!

The power supply is set to 230V when shipped out. To make sure
your system can work normally, please double check if the default
voltage matches with your country.

1-6

Chapter 1

1.3 Performance PC

When PC is power on, the MEGA 400 is your performance PC. Power on
means “If the power button of PC is pressed, the Hi-Fi stereo has no function even
you press the Hi-Fi button.”

Press the Power button to start
the PC function

CPU support: AMD K7 processor
Expansion slot: PCI x 1 and AGP x 1

Front I/O

- Mic-in/Head-Phone

- USB x 2

- 1394 x 2 (6-pin & 4-pin)

- Optical SPDIF-in

- 6-in-1 Card Reader

See Chapter 2 for more information on mainboard, Front and Rear I/O.

Features

Rear I/O

- COM/VGA/Parallel/PS2 x 2

- LAN (RJ45)

- USB x 2

- Optical SPDIF-out

- Speaker-out/Line-in/Mic-in (5.
1channel)

- Phone Jack (RJ11)

- Radio Antenna

- TV out

1-7

Getting Started

Target Operating System

-- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Security

-- The security features protect the data of machine from publicity and unautho­rized access through BIOS control.

Password

-- The MEGA 400 uses two levels of BIOS access (User Password & Supervisor
Password) to protect the computer system.

Storage Subsystem

1) Hard Disk (OPTIONAL)

2) CD-ROM (OPTIONAL)

3) DVD-ROM (OPTIONAL)

4) CD-RW (OPTIONAL)

5) DVD/CD-RW Combo (OPTIONAL)

6) 6-in-1 Card Reader

In pure barebone Hi-Fi mode with NO CPU, Memory,
and Had Disk installed, if you push the PC power button,
the system will be no function or hang up. The Hi-Fi
mode will also malfunction. It’s impossible to recover
the system by pressing power button for 4 seconds. The
only way is to unplug power cord and reset the system.

1-8

Chapter 1

1.4 Hi-Fi Audio

When PC is power off, the MEGA 400 can be used as a Hi-Fi audio. You
can press the Hi-Fi button or use the remote controller to start the audio function.
Power-off means “When used as a Hi-Fi audio, the PC should be in power-off
status. If you press the PC power button on, the Hi-Fi audio will be disabled .”

Press the Power button to use the
audio function

Option 1

Press the Hi-Fi button to use the
audio function

Features

LCM Display, Clock, AM/FM Radio Tuner, Audio CD Play,
MP3 CD Play, SRS

See Chapter 3 for more information on using audio function.

Option 2

1-9

Getting Started

SRS

MEGA 400 is equipped with SRS audio enforce­ment technology. SRS (Sound Retrieval System) was
the first generation of 3D sound, dramatically improv­ing the quality of standard stereo. SRS is based on the
human hearing system and was designed to retrieve
the natural spatial cues and ambient information that
is present in audio but masked by traditional record­ing and playback methods.

Whether the signal is mono or stereo, SRS ex­pands the audio material to create a realistic three­dimensional sound image. SRS has no sweet-spot and
fills the room with a sound experience much closer to
that of a live performance.

SRS is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS tech­nology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs,
Inc.

After connecting the speaker, please keep at least

2.5 CM space between speaker and the venting
holes on the chassis. Do not let the speaker block
the venting holes.

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Introducing Mainboard

Introducing MainboardIntroducing Mainboard

Introducing MainboardIntroducing Mainboard

Introducing Mainboard

2.1 Mainboard Layout2.1 Mainboard Layout

2.1 Mainboard Layout2.1 Mainboard Layout

2.1 Mainboard Layout

2.2 CPU2.2 CPU

2.2 CPU2.2 CPU

2.2 CPU

2.3 Memory2.3 Memory

2.3 Memory2.3 Memory

2.3 Memory

2.4 Power Supply2.4 Power Supply

2.4 Power Supply2.4 Power Supply

2.4 Power Supply

2.5 Front Panel2.5 Front Panel

2.5 Front Panel2.5 Front Panel

2.5 Front Panel

2.6 Back Panel2.6 Back Panel

2.6 Back Panel2.6 Back Panel

2.6 Back Panel

2.7 Connectors2.7 Connectors

2.7 Connectors2.7 Connectors

2.7 Connectors

2.8 Jumper2.8 Jumper

2.8 Jumper2.8 Jumper

2.8 Jumper

2.9 Slots2.9 Slots

2.9 Slots2.9 Slots

2.9 Slots

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Chapter 2

2.1 Mainboard layout

MS-6749 v1.X Mainboard

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Introducing Mainboard

2.2 CPU

The MEGA 400 supports AMD® AthlonTM, DuronTM, AthlonTM XP up to
2800+ processors in the 462-pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket

called Socket 462 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.

CPU Clock Frequency Selection

The hardware configuration for CPU clock frequency of the motherboard
is set to 133/166MHz by auto detect. Therefore, to make a 133MHz CPU run at
133MHz when it is installed on the board, you have to adjust the CPU clock
frequency through jumpers. To set the clock frequency for the installed CPU,
refer to Jumpers in later section.

As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher
performance, thermal management becomes increasingly crucial when
building computer systems. Maintaining the proper thermal environ­ment is key to reliable operation. As such, the processor must be main­tained in the specified thermal requirements.

AMD Athlon™/Duron™/Athlon™ XP processor with a speed of
600MHz and above requires a LARGER heatsink and fan. You also
need to add thermal grease between the CPU and heatsink to improve
heat dissipation. Then, make sure that the CPU and heatsink are se­curely fastened and in good contact with each other. These are needed
to prevent damaging the processor and ensuring reliable operation. If
you want to get more information on the proper cooling, you can visit
AMD’s website for reference.

Thermal Issue for CPU

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2-4

Chapter 2

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. The
gold arrow should point towards the
lever pivot. 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.

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.

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.

CPU Installation Procedures

Open Lever

Gold arrow

Gold arrow

90 degree

Correct CPU placement

Incorrect CPU placement

Gold arrow

Sliding

Plate

Close
Lever

Press down

the CPU

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Introducing Mainboard

2.3 Memory

The mainboard provides 2 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM (Double
In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory size up to 2GB. You
can install PC2700/DDR333, PC2100/DDR266 or PC1600/DDR200 modules into
the DDR DIMM slots (DIMM1&DIMM2).

Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix

DDR266 DDR333

FSB266 V V

FSB333 V V

Introduction to DDR SDRAM

DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM is similar to
conventional SDRAM, but doubles the rate by
transferring data twice per cycle. It uses 2.5 volts as
opposed to 3.3 volts used in SDR SDRAM, and
requires 184-pin DIMM modules rather than 168-pin
DIMM modules used by SDR SDRAM. High memory
bandwidth makes DDR an ideal solution for high
performance PC, workstations and servers.

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DIMM Module Combination

Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either
single- or double-sided modules in any order to meet your own needs. Memory
modules can be installed in any combination as follows:

S: Single Side

D: Double Side

Slot Memory Module Total Memory

DIMM 1 DDR S/D 64MB~1GB

(Bank 0 & 1)

DIMM 2 DDR S/D 64MB~1GB

(Bank 2 & 3)

Maximum System Memory Supported 64MB~2GB

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Chapter 2

2.4 Power Supply

The system is equipped with a 200W(PFC) ATX power supply. The power
cord of power supply has been connected to the connector JWR1 on the mainboard
when shipped out. Except the 20-pin connector JWR1, you can find another
4-pin power connector JPW1 on the mainboard.

1

11

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10

PIN SIGNAL

11 3.3V

12 -12V

13 GND

14 PS_ON

15 GND

16 GND

17 GND

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19 5V

20 5V

PIN SINGAL

1 3.3V

2 3.3V

3 GND

45V

5 GND

65V

7 GND

8 PW_OK

9 5V_SB

10 12V

JWR1 Pin Definition

PIN SINGAL

1 GND

2 GND

3 12V

4 12V

JPW1 Pin Definition

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JPW1

Dimension 70 (H)x1450(W)x105(D) mm

PFC Yes (passive)

Wattage 200W Max

Electrical Design Specification AC Output :100-127/200-240 VAC, Switch

Selectable,

Auto Protection

DC Output :+3.3V 17A

:+5V 12A

:+12V 13.5A

:-12V 0.5A

:+5Vsb 3A

:+12Vsb 2.5A

80 mm PWM Fan

Certificate FCC/UL/CUL/BSMI/CB/NEMKO/TUV

Power Supply Specification

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Introducing Mainboard

2.5 Front panel

The Front Panel is independent and extended from the mainboard. It’s
connected to the Front I/O Connector on the mainboard. You can find the
following ports on the Front Panel.

Optical SPDIF-In

Mic-In

Head-Phone

USB x 2 J1394-1 J1394-2

IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-2

The mainboard provides two IEEE 1394 ports. This smaller one is de­signed for you to connect the IEEE 1394 device with external power. The IEEE
1394 high-speed serial bus complements USB by providing enhanced PC con­nectivity for a wide range of devices, including consumer electronics audio/video
(A/V) appliances, storage peripherals, other PCs, and portable devices.

Software Support

IEEE 1394 Driver is provided by Windows® 98 SE, Windows® XP,
Windows® ME and Windows® 2000. Just plug in the IEEE 1394 con­nector into the port. These Operating Systems will install the driver
for IEEE 1394.

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Chapter 2

IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-1

The bigger 6-pin IEEE 1394 Port on the back panel is designed for you to
connect to IEEE 1394 devices without external power. That means the mainboard
can provide the power for the devices connected to this port.

Software Support

IEEE 1394 Driver is provided by Windows® 98 SE, Windows® XP,
Windows® ME and Windows® 2000. Just plug in the IEEE 1394
connector into the port. These Operating Systems will install the
driver for IEEE 1394.

USB Ports

The mainboard provides an OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface) Uni­versal Serial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or
other USB-compatible devices. You can plug the USB device directly into the
connector.

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 VCC +5V
2 -Data 0 Negative Data Channel 0
3 +Data 0 Positive Data Channel 0
4 GND Ground
5 VCC +5V
6 -Data 1 Negative Data Channel 1
7 +Data 1 Positive Data Channel 1
8 GND Ground

USB Port Description

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Mic-in/Head-Phone

Mic-in is a connector for microphone. Head-Phone is a connector for

Speakers or Headphones.

OPTICAL SPDIF-in

The OPTICAL connector allows you to receive the audio file of SPDIF

interface for recording and playing.

The SPDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interface) is developed jointly by the
Sony and Philips corporations . A standard audio file transfer format, SPDIF
allows the transfer of digital audio signals from one device to another without
having to be converted first to an analog format.

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2.6 Back panel

The Back Panel provides the following ports:

VGA Port

Keyboard

USB x 2

Optical SPDIF-out

Speak-out

Lin-in Mic-in

Parallel Port

LAN Port

Mouse

Serial Port

S-Video out

9-Pin Male DIN Connector

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9

Serial Port

The mainboard offers a 9-pin male DIN serial port . The port is 16550A
high speed communication ports that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can
attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the connector.

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 DCD Data Carry Detect

2 SIN Serial In or Receive Data

3 SOUT Serial Out or Transmit Data

4 DT R Data Terminal Ready

5 GN D Ground

6 DSR Data Set Ready

7 RTS Request To Send

8 CTS Clear To Send

9 RI Ring Indicate

Pin Definition

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Mouse/Keyboard Connectors

The mainboard provides two standard mini DIN connectors for attaching
PS/2® mouse and keyboard. You can plug a PS/2® mouse or keyboard directly
into the connector.

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 Mouse DATA Mouse DATA
2 NC No connection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Mouse Clock Mouse clock
6 NC No connection

Pin Definition

PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female)

2

1

3

4

5

6

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 Keyboard DATA Keyboard DATA
2 NC No connection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Keyboard Clock Keyboard clock
6 NC No connection

Pin Definition

PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female)

2

1

3

4

5

6

Pin Definition

Analog Video Display Connector (DB-15s)

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 Red
2 Green
3 Blue
4 Not used
5 Ground
6 Ground
7 Ground
8 Ground
9 Power
10 Ground
11 Not used
12 SDA
13 Horizontal Sync
14 Vertical Sync
15 SCL

DB 15-Pin Female Connector

5 1

15 11

VGA Port

The mainboard provides one DB 15-pin female connector to connect a
VGA monitor.

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OPTICAL SPDIF-out

The OPTICAL connector allows you to play the audio file of SPDIF interface.
It also supports Dolby Digital audio stream under RealTek driver. See p. 2-9 for
more information.

The mainboard provides one standard RJ-45 jack for connection to Local

Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to the LAN jack.

Pin Definition

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 TDP Transmit Differential Pair

2 TDN Transmit Differential Pair

3 RDP Receive Differential Pair

4 NC Not Used

5 NC Not Used

6 RD N Receive Differential Pair

7 NC Not Used

8 NC Not Used

LAN Port

S-Video Out Connector

You can connect to a TV or video device to S-Video out connector for
video-out function which allows you to output the image to a TV or video device.
The connector supports the formats including NTSC-M, NYSC-J, PAL, PAL-M,
PAL-N, PAL-Nc.

TV

Projector

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Parallel Port

The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT. A
parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP)
and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 STROBE Strobe

2 DATA0 Data0

3 DATA1 Data1

4 DATA2 Data2

5 DATA3 Data3

6 DATA4 Data4

7 DATA5 Data5

8 DATA6 Data6

9 DATA7 Data7

10 ACK# Acknowledge

11 BUSY Busy

12 PE Paper End

13 SELECT Select

14 AUTO FEED# Automatic Feed

15 ERR# Error

16 INIT# Initialize Printer

17 SLIN# Select In

18 GND Ground

19 GND Ground

20 GND Ground

21 GND Ground

22 GND Ground

23 GND Ground

24 GND Ground

25 GND Ground

Pin Definition

14

25

13 1

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Chapter 2

Audio Port

Speak-out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is used for
external CD player, Tape player, or other audio devices. Mic-in is a connector
for microphones. These three ports can also be used for 5.1 channel audio
output.

NOTE: When used for 5.1 channel audio output, Speak-out is used for “left/
right”, Lin-in is used for “surround left/right” while Mic-in is used for “Center/LFE
(Subwoofer).

Speak-out Lin-in Mic-in

USB Ports

The mainboard provides two USB2.0 EHCI/USB1.1 OHCI Universal Se­rial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or other USB­compatible devices. You can plug the USB device directly into the connector.

USB Ports

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 VCC +5V
2 -Data 0 Negative Data Channel 0
3 +Data 0 Positive Data Channel 0
4 GND Ground
5 VCC +5V
6 -Data 1 Negative Data Channel 1
7 +Data 1 Positive Data Channel 1
8 GND Ground

USB Port Description

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2.7 Connectors

IDE1 (Primary IDE Connector)

- IDE1 can only connect a HDD.
IDE2 (Secondary IDE Connector)

- IDE2 can only connect a CD-ROM drive.

IDE Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2

The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/
133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA/33/66/
100/133 function. The two connectors on the mainboard allows you to connect
to two IDE devices.

IDE1

IDE2

If you install two hard disks on cable, you must configure the
second drive to Slave mode by setting its jumper. Refer to the
hard disk documentation supplied by hard disk vendors for jumper
setting instructions.

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CD-in Connector: JCD1

The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector.

TV-Tuner Card Connector: JCD2

The mainboard provides the connector to connect the TV-Tuner card.
The TV-Tuner card is included in the package. You can insert the TV-Tuner card
into the PCI Slot 1.

CPU/System Fan Connectors: CPUFAN1/CN31/CN30

The CPU and System Fan connectors support system cooling fans with
+12V that is controlled by PWM. When connecting the wire to the three-pin
head connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should be
connected to the +12V (that is controlled by PWM), the black wire is Ground
and should be connected to GND.

JCD1

JCD2

GND

R

L

GND

R

L

CPUFAN1 CN30/CN31

SENSOR

+12V

GND

+12V

SENSOR

GND

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Front Panel Power Connector: JFP1

The mainboard provides a Front Panel connector for electrical connection
to the Front Panel switches and LEDs. JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel
I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

1 HD_LED_P Hard disk LED pull-up

2 FP PWR/SLP MSG LED pull-up

3 HD_LED_N Hard disk active LED

4 FP PWR/SLP MSG LED pull-up

5 RST_SW_N Reset Switch low reference pull-down to GND

6 PWR_SW_P Power Switch high reference pull-up

7 RST_SW_P Reset Switch high reference pull-up

8 PWR_SW_N Power Switch low reference pull-down to GND

9 RSVD_DNU Reserved. Do not use.

JFP1 Pin Definition

Card Reader Connector: J5

The mainboard provides a connector to connect the USB Card Reader on
the Front Panel.

1

910

JFP1

HDD
LED

Reset
Switch

Power LED

Power
Switch

2

Hi Fi Power Connector: U11

The mainboard provides a connector to connect the Hi Fi power.

+12VSBY

GND

5VSB

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LCM Connector: J8

The connector is used to connect the LCM on the front panel.

Modem Module Connector: J6 (Optional)

The mainboard provides the connector to connect the modem module.

The modem module is directly inserted into the connector without an extra cable.

J8

1

25

26

VCC3SBY

2

SPI Bus

CD_SMI

VCC5

HDLED

PWRBTNH

FP_RST

Power LED

LED-BL

VCC5SBY

IR

GND

GND

Key (0-~5)

GND

+12VSBY

Radio Antenna Connector: J3

The connector allows you to connect the radio antenna.

J6

J2

Power LED

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2.8 Jumpers

There is a CMOS RAM on board that 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. That battery has long
life time for at least 2 years. If you want to clear the system configuration, use
the JBAT1 (Clear CMOS Jumper ) to clear data. Follow the instructions below to
clear the data:

Clear Data

1

3

Keep Data

1

3

Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1

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.

J1

CPU FSB Mode Jumper: J1

This jumper allows you to set the CPU FSB mode.

133/166 MHz

(auto detect, default)

100 MHz

1

4

1

4

1

4

166 MHz

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Chapter 2

2.9 Slots

PCI Slot 1

AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot

The AGP slot allows you to insert the AGP graphics
card. AGP is an interface specification designed for the
throughput demands of 3D graphics. It introduces a 66MHz,
32-bit channel for the graphics controller to directly access
main memory and provides three levels of throughputs: 1x
(266Mbps), 2x (533Mbps) , 4x (1.07Gbps) and 8x.

PCI Slot

The PCI slot allows you to insert PCI card or TV Tuner
card.

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

NOTE: You can install the OPTIONAL MS8606 card into
the PCI slot to enjoy watching TV.

AGP Slot

3-1

Using Audio Function

Using Audio Function

Introduction

3.1 Control Panel

3.2 Remote Controller

3.3 AC Power on

3.4 Playing CD/MP3 in Hi-Fi Mode

3.5 Playing FM/AM in Hi-Fi Mode

3.6 Using Audio Function in PC Mode

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Chapter 3

The MEGA 400 is featured with audio function. There are
two ways to use audio function: in PC mode, in Hi-Fi mode. As
the Mega 400 is shipped out in barebone, you must install the
necessary components (such as HDD, CPU, RAM...) before us­ing audio function in PC mode. However, there is no limit to
use audio function in Hi-Fi mode, although the system is not set
up completely.

You can use control panel or remote controller to select
the audio function in Hi-Fi mode. However, you can also use

the control panel or remote control to select the audio function
in PC mode. See 3.1 and 3.2 for information on control panel

and remote controller. On the other hand, the “Mega Radio”
software has been included in package which allows you to
listen to the radio in PC mode. See Appendix for information on
“Mega Radio”.

In this chapter, we will tell you how to use audio function
in Hi-Fi and PC mode. The LCM pictures are used to provide the
information step by step.

Introduction

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Using Audio Function

3.1 Control Panel

HiFi Power Start the audio function.

Mode Choose the audio mode (CD/MP3, FM, AM)

Play/Pause

Backward

Shuttle

Play or pause the play in CD/MP3, AM, FM modes.
In Hi-Fi mode, you can press this button to store
the memory station.

Backward the channel search in FM/AM mode or
backward the music selection in CD/MP3 mode.

a. Adjust volume b. Set EQ/Play mode
c. Set SRS and timer

Eject the CD/MP3 or stop the play. In Hi-Fi
mode, you can press this button to recall memory
sub-mode.

Forward

Eject/Stop

Forward the channel search in FM/AM mode or
forward the music selection in MP3 mode.

IR Receiver

Mode

Eject/Stop

Forward

Play/Pause

Backward

Shuttle Controller

PC Reset

Hi-Fi Power Switch

HDD LED

PC Power Switch

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3.2 remote Controller

The buttons on the bottom are used for audio function while the ones on

the top are used for TV application. See the manual of TV Tuner Card MS8606

for information on top part button.

Function Keys for TV
application

Control Buttons

Hi-Fi Power

Adjusting Volume

Play Mode Button

Mute Button

Mode Button
(CD/MP3/FM/AM)

EQ Mode Button

SRS on/off Button

Control Buttons

Mute Button

Hi-Fi Power

Mode Button

Adjusting
Volume

EQ Mode

Play Mode

These buttons allow you to eject/stop, forward, play/pause and backward

the play in CD, MP3, AM or FM mode. See p. 3-3 for detail description.

Press this button to mute the volume.

Press this button to use the function of Hi-Fi audio.

There are three buttons:CD/MP3, FM and AM. Choose the mode you want.

Use this button to adjust the volume.

Use this button to set EQ sub-mode (Normal, POP, Classic, Jazz) in playing
CD. See p. 3-9 for more information.

Use this button to set play sub-mode (Normal, Random, Repeat Disc) in
playing CD. See p. 3-8 for more information.

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Using Audio Function

3.3 AC Power ON

- Plug in the power cord

Plug in the power cord. You will see
the panel (LCM) items FLASH 2 times.

- Set Timer

Then you can adjust time by shuttle. You
will see timer 00:00 flash.

Turn the shuttle clockwise to adjust
minute.

Turn the shuttle counterclockwise to
adjust hour. After adjusting the minute
and hour, press the shuttle to set the
timer. The second will be reset to zero
while setting the timer.

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3.4 playing CD/Mp3 in Hi-fi mode

- Select CD/MP3

Press HiFi button to start the audio
function. Press MODE on the Control
Panel to select CD/MP3 mode or press
CD/MP3 on the remote controller to
play CD/MP3.

If the disc in the tray is CD, the LCM
shows CD. If the disc in the tray is MP3,
the LCM shows MP3.

If there is no CD in the tray or CD is
broken, the LCM shows “NO disc”.
Press the Eject/Stop button to open the
disc tray and put CD/MP3 in.

1 means the first song. 00 means minute.
02 means second.

- Play music

Press the “Forward” button to play the
music. The icon will run a circle.
The LCM shows .

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- Replay previous song

Press the “Backward” button twice (in
2 seconds) to play the previous song.

- Play Next Song

Press the “Forward” button to play the
next song.

- Replay the song

Press “Backward” button once to re­play the song.

- Eject/Stop

Press the “Eject/Stop” button once to
stop the music, twice to open the CD­ROM.

- Pause Music

Press “Play/Pause” button to pause the
music. The LCM shows .

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Chapter 3

- Adjusting volume

Turn the shuttle clockwise to turn the
volume up and counterclockwise to
turn the volume down.

- Set Play Sub-Mode

Press the shuttle once to set the Play
Sub-Mode (NORMAL, RANDOM,
REPEAT, and REPEAT DISC)

Turn the shuttle to choose Play Sub­Mode. The item you choose will flash
and the others are on. Wait for 5 sec­onds to set the Play Sub-Mode and go
back to volume mode. You can also
press the shuttle to set it and change
to the EQ Sub-Mode at the same time.

Press the shuttle twice (if you want to
skip the Play Sub-Mode) to set the EQ
Sub-Mode (NORMAL, POP, CLASSIC,
JAZZ).

: :Allows you to play the CD in normal
selection.
:Allows the system makes the random
selection.
:Allows you to repeat the song.

:Allows you to repeat the whole disc.

NOTE: You can also press the “PLAY MODE”
button on the remote controller to set the Sub­Mode.

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Using Audio Function

- Set EQ Sub-Mode

Turn the shuttle to choose EQ Sub­Mode. The item you choose will flash
and the others are on. Wait for 5 sec­onds to set the EQ Sub-Mode and go
back to volume mode. You can also
press the shuttle to set it and change
to the Timer Sub-Mode at the same
time.

: To play the CD/MP3 in Normal mode.

: To play the CD/MP3 in Classic mode.

: To play the CD/MP3 in Jazz mode.

: To play the CD/MP3 in POP mode.

NOTE: You can also press the “EQ MODE” but­ton on the remote controller to set it.

- Turn on SRS

Press the shuttle four times to turn on
SRS. You can also press the MTS but­ton on the remote controller to turn on
SRS.

Press the shuttle thrice (if you want to
skip Play and EQ sub-modes) to set the
Timer sub-mode. The operation of set­ting is the same as AC power on. After
that, it changes to the Volume sub­mode. The LCM shows .

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3.5 playing FM/AM in Hi-fi mode

- Select AM/FM

Press the “MODE” button on the Con­trol Panel to set AM/FM mode or press
AM/FM button on the Remote Control­ler to switch to AM or FM station.

- Next Available Station

Press the “Forward” button to jump to
the next available station.

- Previous Available Station

Press the “Backward” button to jump to
the previous available station.

Press the “mem.set (Play/Pause)” but­ton to store the memory station and
turn the shuttle to choose the spot you
want to save. Press the shuttle to set it
(You can set up to 6 spots. You will see
“ “ on the LCM.)

- Memory Station

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- Adjusting Volume

Turn the shuttle to adjust the volume.

- Recall Memory Station

Press the “Eject/Stop” once to recall the
memory sub-mode and turn the shuttle
to choose the number of spot (1-6) to
play.

- Set EQ Sub-Mode

Press the shuttle once into the “EQ”
sub-mode. Turn the shuttle to choose
the sub-mode. The operation is the
same as in CD/MP3 mode.

Press the shuttle twice to set the Timer
sub-mode (operation is the same as in
AC power on). After you set the hour
and minute, it changes to the volume
sub-mode. The LCM shows .

- Set Timer

NOTE: Press the shuttle thrice or press
the MTS button on the remote controller
to turn the SRS on.

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Chapter 3

3.6 Using audio function in PC mode

Radio Mode

You can use Remote Controller or Front Panel to control the audio function.

Basically, the operation is very similar to that in Hi-Fi mode. The difference is

in memory station setting.

Remote Controller Function

1. Press “Hi-Fi” button to turn on/off radio.

2. Press “FM/AM” button to launch MSI Mega Radio to listen to radio.

3. Press “Mute” button to mute the volume.

4. Press “Vol up/down” button to adjust volume.

5. Press “Forward/Backward” button to get an available station.

<Setting Memory Station>
a. Get an available station.
b. Press “mem.set”.
c. Use “Forward/Backward” button to choose the station number
you want to store.
d. Press “mem.set” again.

<Calling Memory Station>
a. Press “Memory”.
b. Use “Forward/Backward” button to choose the memory station.

<Reset Memory Station>
a. Use “Forward/Backward” button to choose the NEW station
number.
b. Press “mem.set” to reset the station.

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Front Panel Function

1. Press “Hi-Fi” button to turn on/off radio.

2. Press “Mode” button to launch MSI Radio to listen to radio.

3. Turn “Shuttle” to adjust the volume.

4. Press “Forward/Backward” button to get an available station.

Memory Station

The shuttle is not allowed to set the memory station as in Hi-Fi
mode. Use the “mem.set” button on the remote controller to set
the memory station.

CD/MP3 Mode

To listen to the play of CD/MP3 in PC mode, you must use the application
“Media Player” that is equipped in Windows. As in Radio Mode, there are two
ways (Remote Controller/Front Panel) to use the CD/MP3 audio function.

Before playing MP3 in PC mode, you need to download the
MP3 file into system, and then add the file to the playlist.
The Mega 400 is not allowed to play music automatically
after inserting MP3

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Remote Controller Function

1. Press “Hi-Fi” button to turn on/off CD/MP3.

2. Press “FM/AM/CDMP3” button to select the mode you want.

3. Press “Mute” button to mute the volume.

4. Press “Vol up/down” button to adjust volume.

5. Press “Forward/Backward” button to get the next/last song.

6. Press “Play/Pause” button to play/pause the song.

7. Press “Eject” button to eject/retrieve the tray.

Memory Station

The “Eject” button is not allowed to recall the memory station as
in Hi-Fi mode. It can only be used to eject or retrieve the tray.

Front Panel Function

1. Press “Hi-Fi” button to turn on/off CD/MP3.

2. Press “FM/AM/CDMP3” button to select the mode you want.

3. Turn “Shuttle” to adjust the volume.

4. Press “Forward/Backward” button to get an available station.

5. Press “Play/Pause” button to play/pause the song.

6. Press “Eject” button to eject/retrieve the tray.

Memory Station

The “Eject” button is not allowed to recall the memory station as
in Hi-Fi mode. It can only be used to eject or retrieve the tray.

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Setting BIOS Function

Setting BIOS Function

4.1 Entering Setup

4.2 The Main Menu

4.3 Standard CMOS Features

4.4 Advanced BIOS Features

4.5 Advanced Chipset Features

4.6 Power Management Features

4.7 PnP/PCI Configurations

4.8 Integrated Peripherals

4.9 PC Health Status

4.10 System Information

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Chapter 4

4.1 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.

Control Keys

<↑> Move to the previous item
<↓> Move to the next item
<←> Mo ve to the item in the left hand
<→> Mo ve 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
<-/PD> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<+/PU> Increase the nu meric value or make changes
<F7> Load BIOS Setup Defaults
<F9> Load High Performance Defaults

<F10> Save all the CMOS changes and exit

4-3

Setting BIOS Function

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 control 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 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 <Esc >.

8IDE Primary Master
8IDE Primary Slave
8IDE Secondary Master
8IDE Secondary Slave

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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4.2 The main menu

Once you enter Phoenix-Award® BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu
(Figure 1) will appear on the screen. The Main Menu allows you to select from
twelve 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 AWARD® special enhanced features.

Advanced Chipset Features

Use this menu to change the values in the chipset registers and optimize your
system’s performance.

Power Management Features

Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.

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PnP/PCI Configurations

This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI.

Integrated Peripherals

Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.

PC Health Status

This entry shows your PC health status.

System Information

This entry shows the system information.

Set Supervisor Password

Use this menu to set Supervisor Password.

Set User Password

Use this menu to set User Password.

Load Optimal Defaults

Use this menu to load the BIOS values for the best system performance, but the
system stability may be affected.

Load Fail Safe Defaults

Use this menu to load factory default settings into the BIOS for stable system
performance operations.

Save & Exit Setup

Save changes to CMOS and exit setup.

Exit Without Saving

Abandon all changes and exit setup.

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4.3 standard cmos features

The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu are divided into 14 categories.
Each category includes no, one or more than one setup items. Use the arrow keys
to highlight the item and then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> keys to select the value
you want in each item.

System Time

This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current time).
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.

System Date

This allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current
date). The format is <day><month> <date> <year>.

Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave

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.

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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.

Current Language

This allows you to switch the language of BIOS. Setting options: English, China
(Simplified Chinese), Chinese (Traditional Chinese), Japanese, Korea.

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Quick Boot

Setting the item to Enabled allows the system to boot within 5 seconds since it
will skip some check items. Available options: Enabled, Disabled.

Full Screen Logo Show

This item enables you to show the company logo on the bootup screen. Settings
are:

Enabled Shows a still image (logo) on the full screen at boot.

Disabled Shows the POST messages at boot.

Anti-Virus Protection

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. Settings:
Disabled and Enabled.

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Boot Device Priority

1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device

The items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS
attempts to load the disk operating system. If you select boot from USB
device, USB Device Legacy Support must be set to Enabled.

Try Other Boot Devices

Setting the option to Enabled allows the system to try to boot from other
device if the system fails to boot from the 1st/2nd/3rd boot device.

Hard Disk 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 status 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. Settings: Enabled and Disabled.

BootUp Num-Lock LED

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.

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Security Option

This specifies the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Set­tings are described below:

Boot to OS/2 for DRAM > 64MB

This allows you to run the OS/2® operating system with DRAM larger than 64MB.
When you choose No, you cannot run the OS/2® operating system with DRAM
larger than 64MB. But it is possible if you choose Yes.

APIC Function

This field is used to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Inter­rupt Controller). Due to compliance with PC2001 design guide, the system is
able to run in APIC mode. Enabling APIC mode will expand available IRQ
resources for the system. Settings: Enabled and Disabled.

MPS Table Version

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. Settings: 1.4, 1.1.

Option Description

Setup The password prompt appears only when end users try

to run Setup.

System A password prompt appears every time when the com-

puter is powered on or when end users try to run Setup.

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4.5 advanced chipset features

NOTE: Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset.

Spread Spectrum

This item is used to enable or disable the FSB clock generator’s Spread Spectrum
feature. When overclocking the FSB, always set it to Disabled. Options:
Disabled, 0.50%, 1.00%.

PCI Delayed 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.

DRAM Timing Control

Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:

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Configure SDRAM Timing by SPD

Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence

Detect) EEPROM on the DRAM module. Setting to SPD enables

SDRAMFrequency, SDRAM CAS Latency and SDRAM Bank Interleave

automatically to be determined by BIOS based on the configurations on

the SPD. Selecting User allows users to configure these fields manually.

SDRAM Frequency

Use this item to configure the clock frequency of the installed SDRAM.

Settings options: 200MHz, 266MHz, 333MHz, 400MHz, Auto.

SDRAM CAS# Latency

This controls the timing delay (in clock cycles) before SDRAM starts a

read command after receiving it. Settings: Auto, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3.0 (clocks).

2 (clocks) increases the system performance the most while 3 (clocks)

provides the most stable performance.

SDRAM Bank Interleave

This field selects 2-bank or 4-bank interleave for the installed SDRAM.

Disable the function if 16MB SDRAM is installed. Settings: Disabled, 2-

Way and 4-Way.

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SDRAM Burst Length

This setting allows you to set the size of Burst-Length for DRAM. Bursting
feature is a technique that DRAM itself predicts the address of the next
memory location to be accessed after the first address is accessed. To use
the feature, you need to define the burst length, which is the actual length
of burst plus the starting address and allows internal address counter to
properly generate the next memory location. The bigger the size, the
faster the DRAM performance.
Settings: 4 QW, 8 QW.

SDRAM Command Rate

This setting controls the SDRAM command rate. Selecting Enabled al­lows SDRAM signal controller to run at 1T (T=clock cycles) rate. Select­ing Disabled makes SDRAM signal controller run at 2T rate. 1T is faster
than 2T. Setting options: Disabled, Enabled.

Fast Command

This item controls the internal timing of CPU. Selecting Ultra allows
CPU to handle data/instructions at the fastest speed. Fast enables CPU to
handle at a faster speed, while Normal let CPU handle them at the slow­est rate.

AGP Timing Control

Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:

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AGP Fast Write

This option enables or disables the AGP Fast Write feature. The Fast Write

technology allows the CPU to write directly to the graphics card without

passing anything through the system memory and improves the AGP 4X

speed. Select Enabled only when the installed AGP card supports this

function. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.

AGP Aperture Size

This setting controls just how much system RAM can be allocated to AGP

for video purposes. The aperture is a portion of the PCI memory address

range dedicated to graphics memory address space. Host cycles that hit

the aperture range are forwarded to the AGP without any translation. The

option allows the selection of an aperture size of 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB,

64MB, 128MB, and 256 MB.

AGP Master 1 W/S Write

The field allows users to insert one wait state into the AGP write cycle.

Settings: Enabled, Disabled.

AGP Master 1 W/S Read

The field allows users to insert one wait state into the AGP read cycle.

Settings: Enabled, Disabled.

AGP Read Synchronization

The field allows you to enable or disable the AGP Read Synchronization

feature. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.

OnChip VGA Frame Buffer Size

Frame Buffer is the video memory that stores data for video display (frame).

This field is used to determine the memory size for Frame Buffer. Larger

frame buffer size increases video performance. Settings: 1M, 4M, 8M,

16M, 32MB.

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TV-Out Function

Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:

Boot Display Device

This item allows you to select the Boot Display Device. Options: CRT,
TV.

TV Type

Select the TV standard which is used as the video signal format of your TV
if you have connected a TV to the system. Options: NTSC, PAL, PALM,
PALN, PALNc.

TV Output Connector

This item allows you to select the type of TV output connector. Options:
S-Video, Composite.

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4.6 Power management features

Sleep State

This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. Options are:

S1/POS The S1 sleep mode is a low power state. In this state, no

system context is lost (CPU or chipset) and hardware main
tains all system context.

S3/STR The S3 sleep mode is a lower power state where the infor

mation of system configuration and open applications/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.

Auto The system will decide when to enter S1 or S3 state.

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Set WakeUp Events

Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:

Wake Up On PME, Wake Up By Keyboard (with “Wake-Up Key” and
“Wake-Up Password”), Wake Up By PS/2 Mouse

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. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.

Resume By Alarm

This is used to enable or disable the feature of booting up the system on a
scheduled time/date from the soft off (S5) state. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.

Alarm Date/Hour/Minute/Second

If Resume By Alarm is set to Enabled, the system will automatically re­sume (boot up) on a specific date/hour/minute/second specified in these
fields. Available settings for each item are:

Alarm Date 01 ~ 31, Every Day
Alarm Hour 00 ~ 23
Alarm Minute 00 ~ 59
Alarm Second 00 ~ 59

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4.7 PNP/PCI Configurations

Clear NVRAM

The ESCD (Extended System Configuration Data) NVRAM (Nonvolatile Random
Access Memory) is where the BIOS stores resource information for both PNP and
non-PNP devices in a bit string format. When the item is set to Yes, the system
will reset ESCD NVRAM right after the system is booted up and then set the
setting of the item back to No automatically.

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4.8 Integrated peripherals

On-Chip IDE

This setting controls the onboard IDE controller. Setting options: Disabled,
Primary, Secondary, Both.

Onboard LAN Controller

This setting controls the onboard LAN controller. Setting options: Disabled,
Enabled.

OnBoard LAN P.M.E

This setting controls the power management function of LAN. Setting “Enabled
” allows you to wake up the system through LAN.

Onboard LAN ROM

This setting controls the power management function of LAN. Setting “Enabled
” allows you to boot the system through LAN.

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OnBoard AC’97 Audio

Select Enabled to use the audio capabilities of your system. Most of the follow­ing fields do not appear when this field is Disabled.

OnBoard 1394 Controller

This setting controls the onboard 1394 device. Setting options: Disabled, Enabled.

USB Controller

This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard USB controller. Setting options:
Disabled, Enabled.

USB Device Legacy Support

Set to Enabled if your 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. Set to Disabled only if you want to use any USB device
other than the USB mouse. Setting options: Disabled, Enabled.

Set Super I/O

Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:

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Serial Port 1

These items specify the base I/O port addresses of the onboard Serial Port
1 (COM A)/Serial Port 2 (COM B). Selecting Auto allows AMIBIOS to
automatically determine the correct base I/O port address. Settings: Auto,
3F8/COM1, 2F8/COM2, 3E8/COM3, 2E8/COM4 and Disabled.

Parallel Port

This field specifies the base I/O port address of the onboard parallel port.
Selecting Auto allows AMIBIOS to automatically determine the correct
base I/O port address. Settings: Auto, 378, 278, 3BC, Disabled

Port Mode

This item selects the operation mode for the onboard parallel port: ECP,
Normal, Bi-Dir or EPP.

EPP Version

The item selects the EPP version used by the parallel port if the port is set
to EPP mode. Settings: 1.7, 1.9.

Port IRQ

When OnBoard Parallel Port is set to Auto, the item shows Auto indicat­ing that BIOS determines the IRQ for the parallel port automatically.

Port DMA

This feature needs to be configured only when Parallel Port Mode is set to
the ECP mode. When Parallel Port is set to Auto, the field will show Auto
indicating that BIOS automatically determines the DMA channel for the
parallel port.

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System/CPU Temperature, CPU Fan1/CPU Fan2 Speed, Vcore, +5.0V, +12.0V,

-12.0V, -5.0V, Battery, +5V SB

These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/
components such as CPU voltages, temperatures and all fans’ speeds.

4.9 PC health status

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4.10 System Information

Product Name, System BIOS Version, BlueBird F/W Version, Processor Type,
Processor Speed, Total Memory

These items shows the information about the system status, such as product
name, BIOS version, processor type, processor speed and total memory.

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Appendix:
Using Mega Radio

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This proprietary Mega Radio application is developed for this barebone
only. The application allows you to listen to radio, set memory station and
record braodcasting context. Please pay attention to the fact as below:

If the AC power is shut down while you are using Mega Radio application,
the saved data will lose even the power is turned on again.

See the following for the three functions:

Listening to Radio

When you launch the Mega Radio application, you will see the control
panel as below.

There are some functions on the control panel.

a. Choosing previous/next station

Click PREVIOUS or NEXT button to shift to the previous or the next
station.

b. Choosing FM/AM station

Click FM or AM button to switch FM/AM.

c. Adjusting volume

Drag the VOL button and move clockwise or anti-clockwise to adjust
the volume.

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d. Preference Setting

Click SET button, and the preference setting window appears as below.
There are some items for your advanced setting.

In “Configuration” window, you can set “Area” and “EQ Mode”.
There are six options in “Area”: Asia, Middle East, Near East, Russia, South
Africa and Others (Europe). Choose the area where you are.

NOTE: Each area has its proprietary frequency range. If you are not un­able to receive some stations in your area, there might be improper setting
in this option.

In “EQ Mode”, you have four options: Normal, POP, Classic, Jazz. Choose
the mode you prefer.

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<Setting AM/FM Memory List>

In “AM Memory List” or “FM Memory List” window, you can set 6 AM or

FM memory stations. Input the AM or FM frequency and station name to

set the memory station. Remember to click OK to save the settings.

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<About Mega Radio>

The window shows the Mega Radio version you that are using. Click the
web address to contact us if you need more information on our products.

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Setting Memory Station

Click the PREVIOUS or NEXT button to select an available station, and
then click the memory station number you want to store and hold on the number
for 3 seconds. There are 6 station numbers you can use. The number you choose
will become “yellow” while others are in “white” color.

Click the station
number you want
to store and hold on
the number for 3
seconds.

If you want to reset the memory station, click the station number you
want to reset. Left click the mouse, and a window as below will pop up:

Click “Yes” to erase the memory station.

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Recording Music

Click the button to use the recording function.

You will see the recording window pops up. There are five buttons on the

recording window.

Click the button to
use the recording
function.

Click this button to close the recording window.

Click this button to play the recorded music.

Click this button to pause the recorded music.

Click this button to stop the playing or recording music.

Click this button to record the music.

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After recording, click the button again. You will see the “Save As”
window pops up. Type the file name you want to save, and then click “Save” to

save the music.