MSI MS-7143, 915PL Neo, 915P Neo Instruction Manual

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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 instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will 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.

4 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
4 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
4 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

4 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’NSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

Micro-Star International
MS-7143

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

G52-M7143X4

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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.
AMD, Athlon™ Athlon™XP, Thoroughbred™ and Duron™ are registered trademarks of AMD Corporation.
Intel® and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Award® is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
AMI® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.
Kensington and MicroSaver are registered trademarks of the Kensington Technology Group.
PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of the Personal Computer Memory Card International
Association.

Revision History

Revision Revision History Date

V1.0 First release for PCB v1.X with Intel 915PL & Intel ICH6 Feb. 2005
V2.0 release for PCB v2.X with Intel 915PL & ICH6 Mar. 2005
V2.1 release for PCB v2.X with Intel 915PL/ 915P & ICH6 (for LA) June 2005

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Safety Instructions

1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.

2. Keep this User 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 does not work well or you can not get it work according to User 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 60° C
(140°F), 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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WEEE Statement

English

To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...
Under the European Union ("EU") Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive
2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of "electrical and electronic equipment"
cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will
be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product
take back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU. You can
return these products to local collection points.

Deutsch

Hinweis von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer Umwelt
Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und
Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI hat europaweit
verschiedene Sammel- und Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in die Europäische Union in Verkehr
gebrachten Produkte, am Ende seines Lebenszyklus zurückzunehmen. Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses
Produkt zum gegebenen Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalen Altgerätesammelstelle in Ihrer Nähe.

Français

En tant qu’écologiste et afin de protéger l’environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci...
Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement électriques et

électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produits électriques et
électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement mis à la poubelle. Les

fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en
compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la communauté européenne.
Par conséquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de collecte.

Русский

Компания MSI предпринимает активные действия по защите окружающей среды, поэтому

напоминаем вам, что....

В соответствии с директивой Европейского Союза (ЕС) по предотвращению загрязнения
окружающей среды использованным электрическим и электронным оборудованием (директива
WEEE 2002/96/EC), вступающей в силу 13 августа 2005 года, изделия, относящиеся к
электрическому и электронному оборудованию, не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор,
поэтому производители вышеперечисленного электронного оборудования обязаны принимать его
для переработки по окончании срока службы. MSI обязуется соблюдать требования по приему
продукции, проданной под маркой MSI на территории EC, в переработку по окончании срока
службы. Вы можете вернуть эти изделия в специализированные пункты приема.

Español

MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda:
Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos, con
fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clasificados como "eléctricos y equipos
electrónicos" no pueden ser depositados en los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los fabricantes
de equipos electrónicos, están obligados a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de su período
de vida. MSI estará comprometido con los términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en la Unión
Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted debe depositar estos productos en el punto limpio
establecido por el ayuntamiento de su localidad o entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de
estos residuos.

Nederlands

Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan herinneren dat….
De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische
producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als
vervuiling.
Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun
levenscyclus. MSI zal overeenkomstig de richtlijn handelen voor de producten die de merknaam MSI
dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU. Deze goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale
inzamelingspunten.

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Srpski

Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduzeće koje vodi računa o okolini i prirodnoj sredini, MSI mora da
vas podesti da…
Po Direktivi Evropske unije ("EU") o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/EC,
koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod "elektronsku i električnu opremu" ne
mogu viš e biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove
proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka trajanja. MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih
proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode
možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.

Polski

Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako firma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypomina, że...
Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej ("UE") dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektrycznych i
elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13 sierpnia 2005, tzw. “produkty oraz
wyposażenie elektryczne i elektroniczne " nie mogą być traktowane jako śmieci komunalne, tak więc
producenci tych produktów będą zobowiązani do odbierania ich w momencie gdy produkt jest
wycofywany z użycia. MSI wypełni wymagania UE, przyjmując produkty (sprzedawane na terenie Unii
Europejskiej) wycofywane z użycia. Produkty MSI będzie można zwracać w wyznaczonych punktach
zbiorczych.

TÜRKÇE

Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır:
Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13
Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi
çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri
geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır. Avrupa Birliği’ne satılan MSI markalı ürünlerin kullanım süreleri
bittiğinde MSI ürünlerin geri alınması isteği ile işbirliği içerisinde olacaktır. Ürünlerinizi yerel toplama
noktalarına bırakabilirsiniz.

ČESKY

Záleží nám na ochraně životního prostředí - společnost MSI upozorňuje...
Podle směrnice Evropské unie ("EU") o likvidaci elektrických a elektronických výrobků 2002/96/EC platné
od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat "elektrické a elektronické výrobky" v běžném komunálním
odpadu a výrobci elektronických výrobků, na které se tato směrnice vztahuje, budou povinni odebírat
takové výrobky zpět po skončení jejich životnosti. Společnost MSI splní požadavky na odebírání
výrobků značky MSI, prodávaných v zemích EU, po skončení jejich životnosti. Tyto výrobky můžete
odevzdat v místních sběrnách.

MAGYAR

Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, illetve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI
emlékezteti Önt, hogy ...
Az Európai Unió („EU") 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elektronikus
berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint az elektromos és elektronikus
berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként, és az ilyen elektronikus berendezések
gyártói kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavételére azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI
betartja a termékvisszavétellel kapcsolatos követelményeket az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül
értékesített termékek esetében, azok élettartamának végén. Az ilyen termékeket a legközelebbi
gyűjtőhelyre viheti.

Italiano

Per proteggere l’ambiente, MSI, da sempre amica della natura, ti ricorda che….
In base alla Direttiva dell’Unione Europea (EU) sullo Smaltimento dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici,
Direttiva 2002/96/EC in vigore dal 13 Agosto 2005, prodotti appartenenti alla categoria dei Materiali
Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati come rifiuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali
saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto alla fine del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva
ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del
loro ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più vicino punto di raccolta.

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Table of Content

English.....................................................................1

Français...................................................................13

Deutsch....................................................................25

简体中文 ...................................................................39

繁體中文 ...................................................................51

日本語.......................................................................63

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing the 915PL/ P Neo (MS-7143 v2.X) Series ATX mainboard. The 915PL/ P
Neo Series is based on Intel 915PL/ 915P & Intel ICH6 chipsets for optimal system efficiency.
Designed to fit the advanced Intel® P4 Prescott 533/ 800MHz processors in LGA775 package,
the 915PL/ P Neo Series delivers a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.

Layout

DIM

M

2

DIM

M

1

T: mouse
B: keyboard

T:

Line-Out

B:Mic

Line-In

M:

JAUD1

CD1

Codec

LAN
Chip

ICH6

I

n

t

e

l

9

1

5

P

L

/

9

1

5

P

IDE1

PCI Slot 1

PCI _E1

PCI _E2

PCI Slot 3

PCI Slot 2

CPUFAN1

SYSFAN1

JPW1

ATX1

JFP2 JFP1

JUSB1

JUSB2

JBAT1

SATA4

SATA1

SATA2

SATA3

BATT

+

Winbond

W83627THF

FDD1

BIOS

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Specifications

CPU

l Supports Intel Pentium 4 Prescott LGA775 processors in LGA775 package.
l Supports up to Pentium 4 3XX, 5XX and 6XX (EM64T) sequence processor or higher

speed.

l Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology.
l Supports Intel new technology “EIST”.
l For the latest information about CPU, please visit

http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php

Chipset

l Intel 915PL/ 915P chipset

- Supports FSB 533/ 800 MHz.

- Supports PCI Express x 16/ x 1 interface.

- Supports DDR333/ DDR400 memory interface.

l Intel ICH6 chipset

- Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) controller, 480Mb/sec, 8 ports.

- 4 Serial ATA ports with transfer rate up to 1.5Gb/s

- 1 channel Ultra ATA 66/100 bus Master IDE controller.

- PCI Master v2.3, I/O APIC.

- Supports both ACPI and legacy APM power management.

Main Memory

l Supports two unbuffered DIMM of DDR SDRAM.
l Supports up to 2GB memory size without ECC.
l Supports dual channel DDR333/ DDR400 MHz.

(For the updated supporting memory modules, please visit
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php )

Slots

l One PCI Express x16 slot (supports PCI Express Bus specification v1.0a compliant).
l One PCI Express x1 slot (supports PCI Express Bus specification v1.0a compliant).
l Three PCI 2.3 32-bit PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface).

On-Board IDE

l One Ultra DMA 66/100 IDE controller integrated in ICH6.

- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation modes

- Can connect up to two Ultra ATA drives.

l Serial ATA/150 controller integrated in ICH6

- Up to 150MB/sec transfer speeds.

- Can connect up to four Serial ATA drives.

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On-Board Peripherals

l On-Board Peripherals includes:

- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88Mbytes.

- 2 serial ports and 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode.

- 8 USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 4).

- 3 audio (Line-In/Line-Out/Mic) ports.

- 1 RJ-45 LAN Jack.

Audio

l AC97 link controller integrated in Intel ICH6 chipset.
l 6-channel audio codec ADI AD1888.

- Compliance with AC97 v2.3 Spec.

- Meet PC2001 audio performance requirement.

LAN

l Realtek 8100C/ 8110S

- Supports 10Mb/s and 100Mb/s, and 8110S also supports 1000Mb/s.

- Supports ACPI Power Management.

BIOS

l The mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the peripheral devices and

expansion cards of the board automatically.

l The mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) function that records your

mainboard specifications.

Dimension

l ATX Form Factor: 30.5 cm x 17.5 cm.

Mounting

l 6 mounting holes.

Others

l Supports PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse.
l Hardware monitor is to monitor CPU’s temperature/voltage.

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Rear Panel

The rear panel provides the following connectors:

Hardware Setup

This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as
how to setup the jumpers on the mainboard. It also provides the instructions on connecting the
peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc. While doing the installation, be careful in
holding the components and follow the installation procedures.

Central Processing Unit: CPU

The mainboard supports Intel Pentium 4 Prescott processor. The mainboard uses a CPU socket
called LGA775. When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent
overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and install them
before turning on the computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php.

MSI Reminds You...
Overheating

Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make sure the cooling fan can
work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.

Overclocking

This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your
components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to
operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages
or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.

LGA775 CPU and Cooler Installation (CPU Clip is optional)

When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent
overheating. If you do not have the cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and install them
before turning on the computer. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some silicon heat transfer
compound on CPU before installing the cooler for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the
damage of your CPU & mainboard.

Parallel port

COM port COM port

Mouse

Keyboard

USB ports

Line ln

Line Out

MIC

LAN

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1. The CPU has a land side cover on the bottom to protect the CPU contact from damage.

Rotate it to make the pin 1 indicator (yellow triangle) in the left-bottom
corner. The availability of it depends on the CPU packing.

2. Take out the accompanying CPU Clip (shown in the right) and rotate it

for the same direction as the CPU (Pin 1 indicator is in the left-bottom
corner).

3. Use 2 hands to remove the land side cover (if any). Please note not to touch the pins.

4. Align the two pin 1 indicators (the triangles on the CPU & the CPU Clip), and use the CPU

Clip to clip the CPU up, pressing the clips on both sides to the center, as the arrows
shown.

5. The CPU has a plastic cap on it to protect the contact from damage. Before you have

installed the CPU, always cover it to protect the socket pin.

6. Remove the cap from lever hinge side. The pins of socket reveal.

7. Lift the load lever up and open the load plate.

8. Correctly align the triangle of CPU Clip with the CPU chamfer, and

the square on the CPU Clip to the hook of the socket.

9. Use your thumb and the middle fingers to push the clips to release

the CPU, then press down the CPU with your index finger to allow
the whole module to be installed onto the CPU socket.

10. The CPU is installed well on the CPU socket.

11. Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket, then

remove the CPU Clip with 2 fingers. Then cover the load plate onto
the package.

12. Press down the load lever lightly onto the load plate, and then secure

the lever with the hook under retention tab.

13. Align the holes on the mainboard with the cooler. Push down the

cooler until its four clips get wedged into the holes of the mainboard.

14. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. Then rotate the locking switch (refer to the

correct direction marked on it) to lock the hooks.

15. Turn over the mainboard to confirm that the clip-ends are correctly inserted.

Note: If you want to uninstall the CPU, align the 4 points (see Point 8 for details) again and push
the clip to lift up the CPU.

MSI Reminds You...

1. Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system.

2. Check the information in PC Health Status of H/W Monitor in BIOS for the CPU temperature.

3. Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging.

4. Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the plastic cap

covered to avoid damaging.

5. Please note that the mating/unmating durability of the CPU is 20 cycles. Therefore we suggest

you do not plug/unplug the CPU too often.

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Memory

The mainboard provides two 184-pin unbuffered DDR333 / DDR400 DDR SDRAM, and supports
the memory size up to 2GB. To operate properly, at least one DIMM module must be installed.
(For the updated supporting memory modules, please visit
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php)
Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. Memory modules can be installed on the slots in
any order. You can install either single- or double-sided modules to meet your own needs.
Installing DDR Modules

1. The DDR DIMM has only one notch on the center of module. The module will only fit in the

right orientation.

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

golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the socket.

3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.

Power Supply

The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Before inserting the power
supply connector, always make sure that all components are installed properly to ensure that no
damage will be caused. A 300W or above power supply is suggested.

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 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 (refer to the image at the right
hand). There is also a foolproof design on pin 11, 12, 23 & 24 to
avoid wrong installation.

ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1

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

Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1

The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive
connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and

2.88M floppy disk types.

Notch

Volt

1

12

24

13

+3.3V

+3.3V

-12V+3.3V

GNDGND

PS-ON#

+5V

GNDGND

GND+5V

GNDGND

ResPWR OK

+5V5VSB

+5V+12V

+5V+12V

GNDNC

1

3

4

2

GND

12V

GND

12V

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IDE Connectors: IDE1

The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100 controller that
provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/100 function. You can connect
up to two hard disk drives, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy and other devices.
The first hard drive should always be connected to IDE1. IDE1 can connect a Master
and a Slave drive. You must configure second hard drive to Slave mode by setting the
jumper accordingly.

MSI Reminds You...

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.

Serial ATA Connectors controlled by Intel ICH6: SATA1/2/3/4

The Southbridge of this mainboard is Intel ICH6, which supports four serial
connectors SATA1~4.
SATA1~4 are dual high-speed Serial ATA interface ports. Each supports 1st generation serial
ATA data rates of 150 MB/s. All SATA connectors are fully compliant with Serial ATA 1.0
specifications. Each Serial ATA connector can connect to 1 hard disk device.

MSI Reminds You...

Please do not fold the serial ATA cable in a 90-degree angle, which will cause the loss of data
during transmission.

CD-In Connector: CD1

The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector.

Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SYSFAN1

The 4-pin CPUFAN1 (processor fan) and 3-pin SYSFAN1
(system fan) support system cooling fan with +12V. CPUFAN1
can support three- or four-pin head connector. When
connecting the wire to the connectors, always take note that the red wire is the positive and
should be connected to the +12V, the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND. 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 CPU fan control.

MSI Reminds You...

Always consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.

1

7

GND

+12V

Sensor

Control

GND

+12V

NC

L

R

GND

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Front Panel Connectors: JFP1/JFP2

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

Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1

The front panel audio connector allows you to connect
to the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel®

Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

MSI Reminds You...

If you do not want to connect to the front audio header, pins 5 & 6, 9 & 10 have to be jumpered in
order to have signal output directed to the rear audio ports. Otherwise, the Line-Out connector on

the back panel will not function.

1
2

9

10

Front USB Connector: JUSB1/ JUSB2

The mainboard provides two standard USB 2.0 pin
headers JUSB1 & JUSB2. USB2.0 technology increases
data transfer rate up to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps,
which is 40 times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for
connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as
USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like.

MSI Reminds You...

Please note that the pins of VCC & GND must be connected correctly, or it may cause some
damage.

Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1

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. If you
want to clear the system configuration, use the JBAT1
(Clear CMOS Jumper) to clear data. Follow the instructions
in the image to clear the data.

MSI Reminds You...

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.

AUD_GND

AUD_VCC

AUD_RET_R

Key

AUD_RET_L

192

10

AUD_MIC
AUD_MIC_BIAS
AUD_FPOUT_R

HP_ON

AUD_FPOUT_L

(2)VCC

USB1- GND

GND

USB0-

USB0+

USB1+

USB0C(10)

(1)VCC Key(9)

JFP1

Power

LED

HDD

LED

Reset

Switch

Power

Switch

1 9

2

1011

133

322

2

Keep Data

Clear Data

JFP2

Power

LED

Speaker

1

728

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PCI Express Slots

The PCI Express slots, as a high-bandwidth, low pin count, serial, interconnect technology,
support Intel highest performance desktop platforms utilizing the Intel Pentium 4 processor with

HT Technology.

PCI Express architecture provides a high performance I/O infrastructure for Desktop Platforms
with transfer rates starting at 2.5 Giga transfers per second over a PCI Express x1 lane for
Gigabit Ethernet, TV Tuners, 1394 controllers, and general purpose I/O. Also, desktop platforms
with PCI Express Architecture will be designed to deliver highest performance in video, graphics,
multimedia and other sophisticated applications. Moreover, PCI Express architecture provides a
high performance graphics infrastructure for Desktop Platforms doubling the capability of existing
AGP8x designs with transfer rates of 4.0 GB/s over a PCI Express x16 lane for graphics
controllers, while PCI Express x1 supports transfer rate of 250 MB/s.
You can insert the expansion cards to meet your needs. When adding or removing expansion
cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first.

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots

The PCI slots allow you to insert the expansion cards to meet your needs. When adding or
removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read
the documentation for the expansion card to make
any necessary hardware or software settings for the
expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS
configuration.

PCI Interrupt Request Routing

The IRQ, abbreviation of interrupt request line and pronounced I-R-Q, are hardware lines over
which devices can send interrupt signals to the microprocessor. The PCI IRQ pins are typically
connected to the PCI bus INT A# ~ INT D# pins as follows:

Order1 Order2 Order3 Order4
PCI Slot 1 INT C# INT D# INT A# INT B#
PCI Slot 2 INT D# INT A# INT B# INT C#
PCI Slot 3 INT A# INT B# INT C# INT D#

PCI Express x 16 Slot

PCI Express x 1 Slot

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BIOS 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.

Main Page

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
performance.

Integrated Peripherals

Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.

Power Management Setup

Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.

PNP/PCI Configurations

This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI.

H/W Monitor

This entry shows your hardware & PC health status.

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Frequency/Voltage Control

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

Load BIOS Defaults

Use this menu to load the optimized default settings into the BIOS for the best system
performance operations.

Set Password

Use this menu to set the password.

Save & Exit Setup

Save changes to CMOS and exit setup.

Exit Without Saving

Abandon all changes and exit setup.

Frequency/Voltage Control

Adjust CPU Ratio

This item allows you to adjust the CPU ratio. If the CPU is locked, you will not be able to adjust
the CPU Ration.

Auto Detect PCI Clk

This item is used to auto detect the PCI slots. When set to [Enabled], the system will remove
(turn off) clocks from empty PCI slots to minimize the electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Settings: [Enabled], [Disabled].

Spread Spectrum

When the motherboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses
creates EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The Spread Spectrum function reduces the EMI
generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses are reduced to flatter curves.
If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at [Disabled] for optimal system stability

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and performance. But if you are plagued by EMI, select the desired range for EMI reduction.
Remember to disable Spread Spectrum function if you are overclocking, because even a slight
jitter can introduce a temporary boost in clock speed which may just cause your overclocked
processor to lock up.

CPU Clock

This item allows you to select the CPU Front Side Bus clock frequency (in MHz) and overclock
the processor by adjusting the FSB clock to a higher frequency. Setting options:
For CPU FSB200: [200]~[235]
For CPU FSB133: [133]~[165]

Memory Voltage

Adjusting the memory voltage can increase the DDR speed. Any changes made to thist setting
may cause a stability issue, so changing the memory voltage for long-term purpose is NOT

recommended.
PCI Express Voltage

PCI Express voltage is adjustable in the field, allowing you to increase the performance of your
PCI Express device when overclocking, but the stability may be affected.

Load BIOS Default

You can load the BIOS default values provided by the mainboard manufacturer for the stable
performance.

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Introduction

Félicitations, vous venez d’acquérir une carte mère ATX 915PL/ P Neo (MS-7143 v2.X) Series
Les 915PL/ P Neo Series sont basées sur les chipsets Intel Intel 915PL/ 915P & Intel ICH6
offrant un système très performant. La carte fonctionne avec les processeurs Intel® P4 Prescott
533/ 800MHz (LGA775), la 915PL/ P Neo Series est très performante et offre une solution
adaptée tant aux professionnels qu’aux particuliers.

Schéma

DIM

M

2

DIM

M

1

T: mouse
B: keyboard

T:

Line-Out

B:Mic

Line-In

M:

JAUD1

CD1

Codec

LAN
Chip

ICH6

I

n

t

e

l

9

1

5

P

L

/

9

1

5

P

IDE1

PCI Slot 1

PCI _E1

PCI _E2

PCI Slot 3

PCI Slot 2

CPUFAN1

SYSFAN1

JPW1

ATX1

JFP2 JFP1

JUSB1

JUSB2

JBAT1

SATA4

SATA1

SATA2

SATA3

BATT

+

Winbond

W83627THF

FDD1

BIOS

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Spécificités

CPU

l Supporte les processeurs Intel Pentium 4 Prescott LGA775 pour LGA775.
l Supporte jusqu’à Pentium 4 3XX, 5XX, 6XX(EM64T) ou supérieur.
l Supporte la technologie Intel Hyper-Threading.
l Supporte la technologie Intel EIST.

(Pour les dernières mises à jours concernant les CPU, vous pouvez visiter :
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php.)

Chipset

l Chipset Intel 915PL/ 915P

- Supporte FSB 533/ 800MHz

- Supporte l’interface PCI Express x 16/ x 1

- Supporte l’interface de mémoire DDR 333/400.

l Chipset Intel ICH6

- Contrôleur USB Hi-Speed (USB2.0), 480Mb/sec, 8 ports.

- 4 ports Serial ATA/150 avec un taux de transfert jusqu’à 1.5Gb/s.

- 1 contrôleur IDE Bus master channel Ultra ATA 66/100.

- PCI Master v2.3, I/O APIC.

- Supporte à la fois l’ACPI et la gestion de l’alimentation (APM).

Mémoire Principale

l Supporte deux DIMM unbuffered de DDR SDRAM.
l Supporte jusqu’à 2GB de mémoire non ECC.
l Supporte le double canal DDR 333/400 MHz.

(Pour connaître les derniers modules de mémoire supportés, vous pouvez visiter :
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php)

Slots

l Un slot PCI Express x16 (supporte PCI Express Bus specification v1.0a compliant).
l Un slot PCI Express x1 (supporte PCI Express Bus specification v1.0a compliant).
l 3 slots PCI 2.3 32-bit PCI bus (supporte l’interface PCI bus 3.3v/5v).

IDE Intégré

l Un contrôleur IDE Ultra DMA 66/100 IDE intégré dans ICH6.

- Supporte les modes opératoires PIO, Bus Master

- Possibilité de connecter jusqu’à deux matériels Ultra ATA.

l Contrôleur Serial ATA/150 intégré dans ICH6

- Vitesse de transfert jusqu’à 150MB/sec.

- Possibilité de connecter jusqu’à quatre matériels Serial ATA.

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Périphériques Intégrés

l Périphériques Intégrés Inclus :

- 1 port floppy supportant 2 FDD avec 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M et 2.88Mbytes.

- 2 ports série, 1 port parallèle supportant les modes SPP/EPP/ECP.

- 8 ports USB 2.0 (Arrière * 4, avant * 4).

- 3 ports audio (Line-In/Line-Out/Mic).

- 1 RJ-45 LAN Jack.

Audio

l Contrôleur AC97 link intégré dans le Chipset Intel ICH6.
l 6 canaux audio - codec Realtek ADI AD1888

- Compatible avec les spec AC97 v2.3.

- Répond aux exigences audio PC2001.

LAN

l Realtek 8100C ou 8110S

- Supporte le 10Mb/s et le 100Mb/s (1000Mb/s => pour le 8110S uniquement).

- Supporte l’ACPI Power Management.

BIOS

l La carte procure un BIOS “Plug & Play” qui détecte automatiquement les cartes d’extension

ou les périphériques.

l La carte offre une interface DMI (Desktop Management Interface) qui enregistre les

spécificités de la carte mère.

Dimension

l Format ATX : 30.5 cm x 17.5 cm.

Montage

l 6 trous de montages.

Autres

l Supporte clavier/souris PS/2.
l Le « Hardware monitor » permet de surveiller la température/voltage du CPU.

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Panneau Arrière

Le panneau arrière procure les connecteurs suivants:

Installation Matériel

Ce chapitre vous indique comment installer le processeur, barrettes de mémoire et cartes
d’extension. Lors de l’installation des matériels, veuillez suivre les instructions de montage pour
éviter d’endommager quoi que ce soit.

Central Processing Unit: CPU

La carte supporte les processeurs Intel Pentium 4 Prescott. Elle utilise le socket CPU LGA775.
Assurez-vous que vous possédez bien un ventilateur + dissipateur pour éviter la surchauffe. Si
vous ne savez pas quel ventilateur utiliser, veuillez contacter votre revendeur avant de mettre en
marche votre PC. (Pour une mise à jour sur les CPU, veuillez visiter
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php)

MSI Vous Rappelle...
Surchauffe

Une surchauffe endommagera sérieusement le CPU et le système. Soyez toujours sur du bon
fonctionnement des ventilateurs et radiateurs pour protéger le CPU d’une surchauffe.

Overclocking

Cette carte mère a été créée pour supporter l’overclocking. Assurez vous que vos composants
sont capables de tolérer de tels réglages, avant d’overclocker le système. Tout essais au delà
des spécifications des produits n’est pas recommandé. Nous ne garantissons pas les
dommages causés par une mauvaise opération ou au delà des spécifications du produit.

CPU LGA775 et installation Ventilateur (Le clip CPU est en option)

Quand vous installerez votre CPU, assurez vous que le CPU possède un système de
refroidissement pour prévenir les surchauffes. Si vous ne possédez pas de système de

refroidissement, contactez votre revendeur pour vous en procurer un et installez le avant
d’allumer l’ordinateur.

1. Le CPU possède un capuchon de protection pour éviter de
l’endommager (à enlever avant installation). Effectuer une rotation du
CPU pour aligner la broche n°1 (triangle jaune) avec le coin en bas à
gauche du socket.

Parallel port

COM port COM port

Mouse

Keyboard

USB ports

Line ln

Line Out

MIC

LAN

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2. Prendre le CPU Clip bleu de MSI et le faire tourner afin qu’il s’aligne avec le socket.

3. Il faut ensuite retirer la protection qui se trouve sur le socket de la carte mère. Veuillez ne
pas toucher aux broches du socket.

4. Aligner les indicateurs de couleur jaune (triangle sur le CPU & sur le clip), et utiliser le clip
MSI pour fixer le processeur sur le socket en pratiquant de la façon indiquée sur la photo.

5. Le CPU possède un capot plastique le protégeant. Ne jamais retirer le capot avant que le
CPU ne soit installé.

6. Retirer la protection socket. Les broches du socket sont visibles.

7. Tirer le levier et ouvrir le plateau.

8. Aligner correctement les marques (clip + CPU).

9. Utilisez vos doigts pour assurer la connexion du CPU sur le socket

10. Le CPU est bien installé sur le socket.

11. Regarder si le CPU est bien positionné dans le socket. Sinon, retirez
le CPU et installez le de nouveau. Refermer le plateau.

12. Abaisser le levier, puis le sécuriser en l’attachant au mécanisme de
rétention.

13. Aligner les trous de la carte mère avec le ventilateur. Appuyer sur le
ventilateur jusqu’à ce que les clips soient dans les trous de la carte.

14. Appuyer sur les 4 parties (comme indiqué) puis effectuer une rotation
(se référer aux marques) pour sécuriser.

15. Retourner la carte mère pour s ‘assurer que les clips sont bien
installés.

Noter: Si vous désirez retirer le processeur, aligner les 4 points comme ndiqué précédemment,
et utiliser le clip pour retirer le CPU.

MSI Vous Rappelle...

1.Vérifier la connexion du ventilateur de CPU avant de démarre le PC.

2.Vérifier les informations dans le BIOS PC Health Status du H/W Monitor au sujet de la

température du CPU.

3.Ne pas toucher les broches du CPU pour éviter de les endommager.

4.Le CPU possède un capot plastique le protégeant. Ne jamais retirer le capot avant que le CPU

ne soit installé pour éviter les dommages.

5.Attention, vous ne pouvez installer/retirer qu’un nombre de fois limitée à environ 20 cycles, par

conséquent veuillez ne pas effectuer cette opération trop souvent.

Mémoire

La carte mère possède deux slots (184 broches) pour modules de mémoire DDR333 / DDR400
DDR SDRAM, et supporte un maximum de mémoire jusqu’à 2GB. Pour fonctionner
correctement, il faut au moins installer un module de mémoire DIMM. (Pour les dernières mises
à jours de mémoire supportées, merci de visiter
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php )
Installer au moins un module DIMM sur les slots. L’installation des modules de mémoires n’a pas
de sens particulier. Vous pouvez installer soit des modules simples ou doubles faces selon vos

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besoins.

1. Le DDR DIMM ne possède qu’une encoche en son centre. Ainsi il n’est possible de monter

le module que dans un seul sens.

2. Insérez le module de mémoire DIMM verticalement dans le slot. Puis appuyez dessus

3. Le clip en plastique situé de chaque côté du module va se fermer automatiquement.

Alimentation

La carte mère supporte les alimentations ATX. Avant de brancher le connecteur d’alimentation,
Il faut toujours vous assurer que tous les composants sont bien installés afin de ne pas les
endommager. Une alimentation 300W ou supérieur est préconisée.

Connecteur d’Alimentation ATX 24 Broches : ATX1

Ce connecteur vous permet de connecter l’alimentation ATX. Pour ce
faire assurez-vous que le connecteur est bien positionné dans le bon
sens. Puis appuyer sur le câble.
Vous pouvez aussi utiliser une alimentation 20 broches, le
détrompeur permettra de ne pas connecter l’alimentation sur les

broches 11, 12, 23 & 24.

Connecteur d’Alimentation ATX 12V : JPW1

Le connecteur d’alimentation 12V est utilisé pour alimenter le CPU.

Connecteur Floppy Disk Drive: FDD1

La carte offre un connecteur standard floppy disk drive (lecteur
de disquette) qui supporte les disques 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M
et 2.88M.

Connecteur IDE : IDE1

La carte mère possède un contrôleur 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE et Ultra DMA
66/100/133 qui procure les fonctions PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, et Ultra DMA
33/66/100/133. Vous pouvez connecter jusqu’à 4 matériels (disques durs, CD-ROM,
120MB Floppy).
Le premier disque dur doit être connect é sur l’IDE1. L’IDE1 peut recevoir un matériel
Maître et un Esclave. Vous devez configurer le second disque en mode Esclave et ce
à l’aide du cavalier situé à l’arrière.

Notch

Volt

1

12

24

13

+3.3V

+3.3V

-12V+3.3V

GNDGND

PS-ON#

+5V

GNDGND

GND+5V

GNDGND

ResPWR OK

+5V5VSB

+5V+12V

+5V+12V

GNDNC

1

3

4

2

GND

12V

GND

12V