MSi MS-7304 User Manual

MS-7304 (V1.X) Mainboard

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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

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Revision History

Revision Revision History Date

V1.0 First release February 2008

Technical Support

If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’ s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively,
please try the following help resources for further guidance.

Visit the MSI website at http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?

func=faqIndex for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates,

and other information.

Contact our technical staff at http://support.msi.com.tw/.

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Safety Instructions

1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.

2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.

3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.

4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.

5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equip­ment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V be­fore connecting the equipment to the power inlet.

7. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.

8. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.

9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.

11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:

The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
The equipment has dropped and damaged.
The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED, STOR­AGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 600 C (1400F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.

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FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been
tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor­dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the measures listed
below.

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

which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Notice 1

The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Notice 2

Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to
comply with the emission limits.

VOIR LA NOTICE D’ INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

Micro-Star International

MS-7304

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

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CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mainboard Specifications...................................................................................1-2

Mainboard Layout................................................................................................1-4

Chapter 2 Hardware Setup....................................................................................2-1

Quick Components Guide....................................................................................2-2

CPU (Central Processing Unit)............................................................................2-3

Memory.................................................................................................................2-6

Power Supply......................................................................................................2-8

Back Panel............................................................................................................2-9

Connector...........................................................................................................2-11

Slot......................................................................................................................2-16

Jumper................................................................................................................2-17

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup.............................................................................................3-1

Entering Setup.....................................................................................................3-2

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

Standard CMOS Features...................................................................................3-6

Advanced BIOS Features...................................................................................3-8

Integrated Peripherals........................................................................................3-11

Power Management Setup...............................................................................3-13

PNP/PCI Configurations.....................................................................................3-15

H/W Monitor........................................................................................................3-17

Frequency/Voltage Control...............................................................................3-18

Load Fail-Safe / Optimized Defaults................................................................3-21

Set Supervisor Password................................................................................3-22

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Getting Started

Chapter 1

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the MS-7304 v1.X Micro-ATX
mainboard. The MS-7304 is based on AMD® RS780 &
SB700 chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed
to fit the advanced AMD® Athlon64 / Athlon64 X2 / AM2+
processors in Socket AM2/ AM2+, the MS-7304 deliv­ers a high performance and professional desktop plat­form solution.

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Mainboard Specifications

Processor

- Supports AMD Athlon64 / Athlon64 X2 /AM2+ processors

- Supports 4-pin CPU fan pinheader with Fan Speed Control

- Supports up to 5000+ and above

FSB

- Hyper Transport supports up to 3.0GHz

Chipset

- North Bridge: AMD RS780

- South Bridge: AMD SB700

Memory

- DDR2 533/667/800/1066 SDRAM (240 pins / 1.8V)

- 4 DDR2 DIMM slots (8GB Max)

LAN

- Gigabit Fast Ethernet by Realtek RTL8111C

IEEE 1394

- Chip integrated by JMicron 381

- Transfer rate is up to 400MB/s

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Audio

- Chip integrated by Realtek ALC888S

- Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing

- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec

SATA

- SATA II ports by SB700

- Supports 4 SATA II devices

- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 300MB/s

Connectors

Back Panel

- 1 SPDIF-out port

- 1 DVI port

- 1 IEEE 1394 port

- 6 USB 2.0 ports

- 1 Gigabit LAN jack

- 6 flexible audio jacks

Onboard Connectors

- 2 USB 2.0 connectors (4 ports)

- 1 IEEE 1394 connector

- 1 SPDIF-out connector

- 1 front panel connector

- 1 front panel audio connector

Slots

- 1 PCI Express x16 slot

- 1 PCI Express x1 slot

- 2 32-bit/33MHz PCI slots

Form Factor

- M-ATX (24.4cm X 24.4 cm)

Getting Started

Mounting

- 8 mounting holes

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BATT

F_USB1

F_USB2

AUX_FAN1

Audio Chip

DIMM1DIMM3DIMM2DIMM

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SATA1SATA

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Mainboard Layout

JSPDO2

DVI Port

USB Ports

Top: 1394 Port
Bottom: USB Ports

Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB Ports

T:

Line-In

M:

Line-Out

B:

Mic
T: RS-Out
M: CS-Out
B: SS-Out

LAN Chip

CPU_FAN1

PCI E1_X1

PCI E16_X1

PCI 2

PCI 1

JAUD1

JSPDO1

JPW1

AMD
RS780

J1394

MS-7304 (v1.X) Micro-ATX Mainboard

AMD
SB700

JSPI1

AT X 1

+

CLR_CMOS1

SA TA 2

SAT A 3

JFP1

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Hardware Setup

Chapter 2

Hardware Setup

This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation,
be careful in holding the components and follow the
installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not
work properly.

Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the
components.

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BATT

Quick Components Guide

Back Panel
I/O, p.2-9

PCI Express
Slots, p.2-17

PCI Slots,

p.2-17

CPU_FAN1,
AUX_FAN1,

p.2-12

JAUD1, p.2-13

JSPDO1, p.2-12

JPW1, p.2-8

CPU, p.2-3

J1394, p.2-14

DIMM Slots, p.2-6

F_USB1~2,

p.2-14

+

JFP1, p.2-15

JSPI1, p.2-11

ATX1, p.2-8

CLR_CMOS1,

p.2-16

SATA1~4,

p.2-11

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Hardware Setup

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

The mainboard supports AMD® Athlon64 / Athlon64 X2 / AM2+ processors in Socket
AM2/ AM2+. The Socket AM2/ AM2+ offers 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. If you do not have the heat sink and
cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the
computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index.

php?func=cpuform.

Important

Overheating

Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure
the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make
sure that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between
the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.

Replacing the CPU

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

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Open the lever

Gold arrow

Gold arrow

Gold arrow

Correct CPU

O

Incorrect CPU

the lever

CPU Installation Procedures for Socket AM2/ AM2+

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

Sliding

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

3.Look for the gold arrow on the
CPU. The gold arrow should point
as shown in the picture. The CPU
can only fit in the correct
orientation. Lower the CPU down
onto the socket.

the plate

90 degree

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

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

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Press down
the CPU

placement

placement

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