5000V Master
MS-9638 (V1.X) Server Board
G52-96381X1
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Copyright Notice
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INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no
guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under
continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
Trademarks
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First release November 2006
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://www.msi.com.tw/program/service/faq/
faq/esc_faq_list.php 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-9638
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)............................................................................2-2
Introduction to LGA 771 CPU......................................................................2-3
Installing the LGA771 CPU..........................................................................2-4
Installing the Intel CPU Cooler.....................................................................2-5
Memory.................................................................................................................2-6
Memory Population Rules............................................................................2-6
Installing DDRII Modules...............................................................................2-7
Power Supply......................................................................................................2-8
SSI 24-Pin System Power Connector: JPWR2..........................................2-8
SSI 8-Pin CPU Power Connector: JPWR1..................................................2-8
Back Panel............................................................................................................2-9
Connectors........................................................................................................2-10
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1..........................................................2-10
ATA100 Hard Disk Connector: IDE1..........................................................2-10
Serial ATA Connectors: SATA0 ~ SATA5..................................................2-11
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1..............................................2-12
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN 1/2, SYSFAN 1/2/3/4/5/6..................2-12
LAN LED Connectors: JACT1, JACT2......................................................2-13
Front Panel Connector: JFP1....................................................................2-13
Serial Port Connector: COM 2...................................................................2-14
Front USB Connector: JUSB1, JUSB2.....................................................2-14
Ultra320 SCSI Connector: SCSI1..............................................................2-15
Jumpers..............................................................................................................2-16
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1.....................................................................2-16
BIOS Recovery Jumper: J9......................................................................2-17
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BIOS Write Protect Jumper: JBIOS1.........................................................2-17
LAN Jumper: JLANDIS1, JLANDIS2..........................................................2-17
Slots....................................................................................................................2-18
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot........................................2-18
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup.............................................................................................3-1
Entering Setup.....................................................................................................3-2
Control Keys................................................................................................3-3
Getting Help..................................................................................................3-3
General Help <F1>.......................................................................................3-3
The Menu Bar.......................................................................................................3-4
Main......................................................................................................................3-5
Advanced............................................................................................................3-8
Power.................................................................................................................3-16
Security..............................................................................................................3-17
PC Health............................................................................................................3-18
Boot....................................................................................................................3-20
Exit......................................................................................................................3-22
Appendix A Intel SATA RAID (Optional).............................................................A-1
Introduction..........................................................................................................A-2
BIOS Configuration..............................................................................................A-2
Using the Intel Matrix Stroage Manager Option ROM...............................A-3
Installing Software..............................................................................................A-8
Install Driver in Windows 2003...................................................................A-9
Installation of Intel Matrix Storage Console.............................................A-10
RAID Migration Instructions...............................................................................A-14
Create RAID Volume from Existing Disk...................................................A-16
Missing Hard Drive Member......................................................................A-22
Failed Hard Drive Member.........................................................................A-22
Degraded RAID Array........................................................................................A-22
Appendix B Adaptec SATA RAID (Optional).......................................................B-1
Introduction..........................................................................................................B-2
BIOS Configuration..............................................................................................B-2
Using the Adaptec SATA HostRAID Option ROM.......................................B-3
Appendix C SCSI BIOS (Optional)........................................................................C-1
Entering SCSI BIOS.............................................................................................C-2
Control Keys................................................................................................C-2
Selecting the SCSI Channel........................................................................C-2
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Selecting the Management Type................................................................C-3
SCSI Bus Interface Definitions....................................................................C-4
Configure/View SCSI Settings...........................................................................C-5
Additional Options.......................................................................................C-5
BIOS Information..........................................................................................C-8
Disk Utilities..........................................................................................................C-8
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Getting Started
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the 5000V Master (MS-9638
v1.X), an excellent SSI CEB server board from MSI.
Based on the innovative Intel® 5000V & ESB2E chipsets
for optimal system efficiency, the 5000V Master accommodates the latest Intel® Xeon® (Dempsey/
Woodcrest/Clovertown) processors in Socket
LGA771 and supports up to four 240-pin 533/667MHz
ECC DDRII FB-DIMM slots to provide the maximum of
16GB memory capacity.
In the entry-level and mid-range market segment, the
5000V Master can provide a high-performance solution for today’s front-end and general purpose server/
workstation, as well as in the future.
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Mainboard Specifications
Processor Support
- Supports dual Intel® Xeon® (Dempsey/Woodcrest/Clovertown)
processors in Socket LGA771
- Supports Intel EM64T, DEP (XD bit)
Supported FSB
- FSB 667/1066/1333MHz
Chipset
- Northbridge: Intel® 5000V
- Southbridge: Intel® ESB2E
Memory Support
- 4 DDRII 533/667 FB-DIMM (Fully Buffered Dual-In-line DIMM) slots
- Maximum 16GB
LAN
- Supports dual Gigabit Ethernet by Intel 82563EB
SCSI (Optional)
- SCSI interface supported by Adaptec AIC-7901 Ultra-320 SCSI controller
- Supports Single-Channel Ultra320 LVD SCSI
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SATA
- 6 SATAII ports support 6 SATAII devices
- Storage and data transfers at up to 300 MB/s
IDE
- 1-channel bus master IDE port
- Supports ATA100/66
Floppy
- 1 floppy port
Graphics
- XGI VolariTM Z7 graphics processor
- 16MB graphics memory
Connectors
Back Panel
- 1 x PS/2 mouse port
- 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
- 1 x serial port
- 1 x VGA port
- 2 x USB 2.0 ports
- 2 x individual RJ-45 Gigabit LAN ports
Onboard Pinheaders
- 2 x USB 2.0 pinheaders
- 1 x COM port pinheader
- 1 x front panel pinheader
- 1 x chassis intrusion pinheader
Slots
- 2 x 32-bit/33MHz PCI slots
- 2 x 100MHz PCI-X slots (the green one for ZCR)
- 1 x PCI-Express x8 slot
- 1 x PCI-Express x8 slot (x4 transfer speed)
Form Factor
- SSI CEB: 12” X 10.5”
Getting Started
Mounting
- 7 mounting holes
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http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/server/svr/pro_svr_qvl.php
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SYSFAN5
SYSFAN2
SYSFAN4
SYSFAN6
SYSFAN3
CPUFAN1
CPUFAN2
JFP1
JBAT1
Mainboard Layout
FBD12
FBD11
FBD02
FBD01
CPU1
CPU2
Intel
ESB2E
JUSB2JUSB1
IDE1
SATA1
SATA0
SATA2
SATA5 SATA3
SATA4
JCI1
JACT1
JACT2
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
USB
Ports
COM1
JVG A1
LAN1
LAN 2
Winbobd
W83627HG-AW
BIOS
SYSFAN1
COM2
JBIOS1
JLANDIS1
JLANDIS2
FDD1
PCIX1
PCIX2
PCI1
PCI2
J9
PCIE1
PCIE2
JPWR2
SCSI1
Intel
5000V
JPWR1
BATT
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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation,
be careful in holding the components and follow the
installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not
work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the
components.
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Quick Components Guide
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-9
COM2,
p.2-14
PCI-Class
Slots, p.2-18
JBIOS1, p.2-17
JLANDIS1/2,
p.2-17
SYSFAN1,
p.2-12
J9, p.2-17
FDD1, p.2-10
JPWR2, p.2-8
DDRII DIMMs, p.2-6
JPWR1, p.2-8
SCSI1,
p.2-15
JBAT1,
p.2-16
JACT2/1,
p.2-13
CPU, p.2-3
CPUFAN1/2,
p.2-12
JUSB1/2,
p.2-14
IDE1,
p.2-10
JCI1, p.2-12
SATA0~5,
p.2-11
JFP1, p.2-13
SYSFAN2/3/4/5/6, p.2-12
Important
CAUTION!!! Please note that the CPU1/CPU2 VRM & memory/south bridge
area should be respectively kept under 105oC and 85oC. To ensure system
stability, always protect the system with proper cooling. Otherwise, overheating may damage the system.
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Hardware Setup
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
This mainboard supports the latest Intel® Xeon® (Dempsey/Woodcrest/
Clovertown) processors in Socket LGA771. When you are installing the CPU, make
sure that you install the cooler to prevent the CPU from overheating. If you do not
have a 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/server/svr/pro_svr_qvl.php.
Important
1. Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
2. Make sure that you apply an even layer of heat sink paste (or thermal tape)
between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
3. While replacing the CPU, always turn off the power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the
safety of CPU.
Introduction to LGA 771 CPU
The pin-pad side of LGA 771 CPU.
Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
The surface of LGA 771 CPU.
Remember to apply some silicone
heat transfer compound on it for
better heat dispersion.
Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
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Installing the LGA771 CPU
1. Locate the CPU socket. 2. Raise the load lever up to its full extent.
3. Open the load plate.
4. After confirming the CPU direction
(indicated below with red circles)
for correct mating, put down the
CPU in the socket housing frame.
Be sure to grasp on the edge of
the CPU base. Note that the alignment keys are matched.
5. Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU
with pure vertical motion and reinstall.
6. Cover the load plate onto the package.
7. Press down the load lever lightly onto the load plate and then secure the lever
with the hook under the retention tab.
Yellow triangle
Alignment Key
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Hardware Setup
Installing the Intel CPU Cooler
1. Flip over the mainboard and locate the position of the CPU sockets.
2. Install the backplates to the back of the CPU sockets with holes aligned.
CPU cooler backplate
3. Install the CPU(s) following the instructions on page 2-4.
4. Apply some heat paste all over the
top of the CPU and place the cooler
onto it.
6.Screw to secure the CPU cooler.
7. Install another CPU fan sink if
necessary.
Mainboard photos shown in this
section are for demonstration only
and may differ from the actual look
of your mainboard.
5.Connect the CPU fan power cord to
CPUFAN1.
Note: If dual processors are installed,
connect the second CPU fan power
cord to CPUFAN2.
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Memory
The mainboard provides four 240-pin 533/667MHz ECC DDRII FB-DIMM slots to support the maximum of 16GB memory capacity.
For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com.
tw/program/products/server/svr/pro_svr_qvl.php.
DDRII
240-pin, 1.8V
64x2=128 pin 56x2=112 pin
Memory Population Rules
FBD12
FBD11
FBD02
FBD01
Channel 1
Channel 0
Check the numbers of your DIMM modules and follow the population rules to install the
memory.
Numbers of DIMM Population Rules
1 DIMM Module FBD01
2 DIMM Modules <a> FBD01, FBD02
OR
<b> FBD01, FBD11
4 DIMM Modules FBD01, FBD02, FBD11, FBD12
Important
1. To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules
into the FBD01 first (Channel 0/ 1st).
2. In dual-channel mode, DIMM modules must be of the same type and density.
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Installing DDRII Modules
1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right
orientation.
2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the
golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot.
Important
You can barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted
in the DIMM slot.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.
Volt
Notch
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Power Supply
SSI 24-Pin System Power Connector: JPWR2
This connector allows you to connect to an SSI power supply. To connect to the SSI
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.
SSI 8-Pin CPU Power Connector: JPWR1
This connector provides 12V power output to the CPUs.
JPWR1
8 5
4
JPWR1 Pin Definition
1
PIN SIGNAL
5 +12V
6 +12V
7 +12V
8 +12V
24
12
JPWR2 Pin Definition
PIN SIGNAL
1 +3.3V
2 +3.3V
3 GND
4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 PWR OK
9 5VSB
10 +12V
11 +12V
12 +3.3V
JPWR2
PIN SIGNAL
13 +3.3V
14 -12V
15 GND
16 PS-ON#
17 GND
18 GND
19 GND
20 Res
21 +5V
22 +5V
23 +5V
24 GND
13
1
PIN SIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
Important
1. Maker sure that all the connectors are connected to proper SSI power supplies to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.
2. Power supply of 600 watts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.
3. SSI 12V power connection should be greater than 18A.
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Back Panel
Mouse
USB Ports
Hardware Setup
Keyboard
VGA PortSerial Port LAN LAN
Mouse/Keyboard Connector
The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
USB Ports
The OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface) Universal Serial Bus root is for attaching
USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for VGA monitors.
RJ-45 LAN Jack
The standard RJ-45 jack is for connection to single Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.
Link Indicator
RJ-45 LAN Jack
LED Color LED State Condition
Off LAN link is not established.
Left Orange On (steady state) LAN link is established.
On (brighter & pulsing)The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.
Green Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Right On 100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Orange On 1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Activity Indicator
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Connectors
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector.
FDD1
ATA100 Hard Disk Connector: 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
hard disk drives, CD-ROM and other IDE devices.
IDE1
Important
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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Hardware Setup
Serial ATA Connectors: SATA0 ~ SATA5
SATA0 ~ SATA5 are high-speed SATA II interface ports and support SATA II data rates
of 300MB/s. Each SATA II connector can connect to 1 hard disk device and is fully
compliant with Serial ATA 2.0 specifications.
Serial ATA cable
Connect to SATA connectors
SATA1
SATA3
SATA5
SATA0
SATA2
SATA4
Take out the dust cover
and connect to the hard
disk devices
Important
Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.
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Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1
This connector connects to a 2-pin chassis switch. If the chassis is opened, the
switch will be short. The system will record this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the
record.
GND
1
2
CINTRU
JCI1
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN 1/2, SYSFAN 1/2/3/4/5/6
The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. 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 onboard, you must
use a specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan
control.
C
S
O
E
N
N
T
+
S
G
R
1
O
N
O
2
R
D
V
L
CPUFAN1/2
GND
+12V
SENSOR
SYSFAN1
SENSOR
GND
+12V
SYSFAN 2/3/4/5/6
Important
Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at Intel® official website or consult
the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
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LAN LED Connectors: JACT1, JACT2
The LAN LED connectors are used to connect to LAN LEDs, which show the activity
of the LAN. The JACT1 is for the LAN 1 jack and the JACT2 is for the LAN2 jack. Both
LAN1 & LAN2 jacks are located on the back panel.
+ +
JACT2
JACT1
- -
Front Panel Connector: JFP1
The mainboard provides one front panel connector for electrical connection to the
front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O
Connectivity Design Guide.
HDD
Reset
LED
Switch
-
-
+
+
JFP1
10
9
-
Power
Switch
1
2
+
Power
LED
JFP1 Pin Definition
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 HD_LED + Hard disk LED pull-up
2 FP PWR/SLP MSG LED pull-up
3 HD_LED - Hard disk active LED
4 FP PWR/SLP MSG LED pull-up
5 RST_SW - Reset Switch low reference pull-down to GND
6 PWR_SW + Power Switch high reference pull-up
7 RST_SW + Reset Switch high reference pull-up
8 PWR_SW - Power Switch low reference pull-down to GND
9 RSVD_DNU Reserved. Do not use.
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Serial Port Connector: COM 2
The mainboard provides one 9-pin header as serial port COM 2. The port is a 16550A
high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach
a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to it.
Pin Definition
1
9
COM 2
2
8
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 DCD Data Carry Detect
2 SIN Serial In or Receive Data
3 SOUT Serial Out or Transmit Data
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 GND Ground
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 RTS Request To Send
8 CTS Clear To Send
9 RI Ring Indicate
Front USB Connector: JUSB1, JUSB2
The mainboard provides two USB 2.0 pinheaders (optional USB 2.0 bracket available)
that are compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide. USB 2.0 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, mo-
dems and the like.
JUSB1/2
1
2
10
9
Pin Definition
PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL
1 VCC 2 VCC
3 USB0- 4 USB15 USB0+ 6 USB1+
7 GND 8 GND
9 Key (no pin) 10 USBOC
Important
Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid
possible damage.
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Ultra320 SCSI Connector: SCSI1
SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a parallel interface standard for attaching
peripheral devices to computers. Ultra320 SCSI is the seventh generation of SCSI I/O
technology, and has a maximum data rate speed of 320 MB/sec. SCSI’s commitment
to backward compatibility and legacy support are the primary reasons for its durability as an I/O interface, making SCSI the industry standard for disk drive connection in
virtually all high-performance servers.
68-Pin Ultra320 SCSI Connector
Pin Description Pin Description
1 +DB(12) 35 -DB(12)
2 +DB(13) 36 -DB(13)
3 +DB(14) 37 -DB(14)
4 +DB(15) 38 -DB(15)
5 +DB(P1) 39 -DB(P1)
6 +DB(0) 40 -DB(0)
7 +DB(1) 41 -DB(1)
8 +DB(2) 42 -DB(2)
9 +DB(3) 43 -DB(3)
10 +DB(4) 44 -DB(4)
11 +DB(5) 45 -DB(5)
12 +DB(6) 46 -DB(6)
13 +DB(7) 47 -DB(7)
14 +DB(P) 48 -DB(P)
15 GROUND 49 GROUND
16 DIFFSENS 50 GROUND
17 TERMPWR 51 TERMPWR
18 TERMPWR 52 TERMPWR
19 RESERVED 53 RESERVED
20 GROUND 54 GROUND
21 +ATN 55 -ATN
22 GROUND 56 GROUND
23 +BSY 57 -BSY
24 +ACK 58 -ACK
25 +RST 59 -RST
26 +MSG 60 -MST
27 +SEL 61 -SEL
28 +C/D 62 -C/D
29 +REQ 63 -REQ
30 +I/O 64 -I/O
31 +DB(8) 65 -DB(8)
32 +DB(9) 66 -DB(9)
33 +DB(10) 67 -DB(10)
34 +DB(11) 68 -DB(11)
34
68
SCSI1
1
35
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Jumpers
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1
There is a CMOS RAM onboard 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, set
the JBAT1 (Clear CMOS Jumper ) to clear data.
JBAT1
1
3
Keep Data Clear Data
3
1
1
Important
To clear CMOS you should:
1. Short 1-2 pin while the system is off. Restart the PC and press F2 to enter
the BIOS Setup Utility. Shut down the PC.
2. Short 2-3 pin while the system is off. Restart the PC and press F2 to enter
the BIOS Setup Utility. Shut down the PC.
3. Short 1-2 pin while the system is off. Restart the PC.
Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is on; it will damage the mainboard.
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Hardware Setup
BIOS Recovery Jumper: J9
Users can short connect pin#2-3 to recover the system BIOS. When the system is
done with the job, the buzzer will beep to remind users to set the jumper to its normal
state (pin#1-2 short connected).
J9
1
1 3
Normal
1 3
Recovery
BIOS Write Protect Jumper: JBIOS1
A "boot block" program is included as part of the system BIOS to recover the system
from a situation when the BIOS code is incorrect/corrupted or needs to be updated.
When the BIOS code is corrupted or needs to be updated, you have to at first disable
the write protect function by shorting 1-2 pin of the JBIOS1 jumper. Then the boot
block will try to recover the BIOS code, usually by reading it from a specially-prepared floppy disk.
Under normal operation, we suggest that you enable the write protect function by
shorting 2-3 pin of the JBIOS1 jumper to protect the boot block from virus infection.
1
3
1
JBIOS1
1
3
Disable Write Protect Enable Write Protect
LAN Jumper: JLANDIS1, JLANDIS2
These jumpers control the onboard LAN. The JLANDIS1 disables/enables the LAN1
jack while the JLANDIS2 disables/enables the LAN2 jack.
1
JLANDIS1
1
JLANDIS2
1
Enable LAN1
1
Enable LAN2
1
Disable LAN1
1
Disable LAN2
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Slots
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot
The PCI-class slots support LAN cards, SCSI cards, USB cards, VGA cards, and
other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.
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 AGP 8x 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.
PCI Express x8 Slot
(Only half-length add-in cards
are supported in PCI-E slots.)
64-bit/100MHz PCI-X Slot
32-bit/33MHz PCI Slot
Important
When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the
power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card
to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion
card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.
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Chapter 3
BIOS Setup
This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup
program and allows you to configure the system for
optimum use.
You may need to run the Setup program when:
² An error message appears on the screen during the
system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.
² You want to change the default settings for cus-
tomized features.
BIOS Setup
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Entering Setup
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process.
When the message below appears on the screen, press <F2> key to enter Setup.
Press <F2> 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.
Important
1.The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under
continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be held for
reference only.
2.Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is the BIOS
version. It is usually in the format:
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P9638IMS V1.0 081506 where:
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD, and P =
PHOENIX.
2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number.
6th digit refers to the chipset as I = Intel, N = nVidia, and V = VIA.
7th - 8th digit refers to the customer as MS = all standard customers.
V1.0 refers to the BIOS version.
081506 refers to the date this BIOS was released.
BIOS Setup
Control Keys
↑ ↓ Select Items
← Select Menus
Enter Select Sub-menus
Esc Exit
-/+ Change Values
F1 Help
<F9> Setup Defaults
<F10> Save and Exit
Getting Help
After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu.
Main Menu
The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can use the
arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup
function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Sub-Menu
If you find a right pointer symbol (as shown in the right view)
appears to the left of certain fields that means a sub-menu can
be launched from this field. A sub-menu contains additional options for a field parameter. You can use arrow 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
the <Esc >.
General Help <F1>
The BIOS setup program provides a General Help screen. You can call up this screen
from any menu by simply pressing <F1>. The Help screen lists the appropriate keys
to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item. Press <Esc> to exit the
Help screen.
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The Menu Bar
Main
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Advanced
Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features available on your
system’s chipset.
Security
Use this menu to set Supervisor and User Passwords.
Power
Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.
PC Health
This entry monitors your hardware health status.
Boot
Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices.
Exit
This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into
the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.
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Main
System Time (hh:mm:ss)
The time format is <Hour> <Minute> <Second>.
BIOS Setup
System Date (mm:dd:yy)
The date format is <Month> <Date> <Year>.
Legacy Diskette A
This setting allows you to set the type of floppy drives installed.
IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave, SATA Port 1/2/3/4
[Type] Press <+> or <-> 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.
[Multi-Sector Transfers] Any selection except Disabled determines
the number of sectors transferred per block
[LBA Mode Control] Enabling LBA causes Logical Block Ad-
dressing to be used in place of Cylinders,
Heads and Sectors
[32-Bit I/O] Enables 32-bit communication between
CPU and IDE card
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[Tranfer Mode] Selects the method for transferring the data
[Ultra DMA Mode] Indicates the type of Ultra DMA
Boot Features
The sub-menu is used to configure system boot-up features.
Floppy Check
This setting causes the BIOS to search for floppy disk drives at boot time. When
enabled, the BIOS will activate the floppy disk drives during the boot process.
The drive activity light will come on and the head will move back and forth once.
Summary Screen
Selecting [Enabled] displays system summary screen during boot up.
between the hard disk and system memory
QuickBoot Mode
Setting the item to [Enabled] allows the system to boot within 5 seconds since
it will skip some check items.
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System Information
Press <Enter> to view the hardware specifications of your system.
System Memory, Extended Memory
These items show the memory status of the system. (Read-only)
BIOS Setup
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Advanced
Reset Configuration Data
Select [Yes] if you want to clear the Extended System configuration Data (ESCD)
area.
Large Disk Access Mode
Defaulting this setting to [DOS] will create a Translated FDPT. Compatible ill-behaved
applications will operate correctly when [DOS] is selected. Setting to [Other] will
create a Standard FDPT. Incompatible ill-behaved applications will function correctly
with [Other].
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BIOS Setup
Advanced Chipset Control
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
USB Host Controller
This setting disables/enables the onboard USB host controller.
IOAT Support
This field enables Intel I/O Acceleration Technology which transfers data more
efficiently.
ECC Function Support
This setting supports Single bit / None ECC (Error Correction Code) checking, a
method of checking the integrity of data in DRAM.
Memory Branch Mode
This setting determines the memory branch mode. Setting to [Sequential] or
[Interleave] depending on your needs.
Parallel ATAA
This setting allows you to enable or disable the onchip Parallel-ATA controller.
Serial ATAA
This setting allows you to enable or disable the onchip Serial-ATA controller.
SATA Controller Mode Option
This setting specifies SATA controller mode. Please note that Pre-Win2K
OS’s do not work in Enhanced mode.
[Compatible] SATA and PATA drives are auto-detected and placed
in Legacy mode.
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[Enhanced] SATA and PATA drives are auto-detected and placed
SATA RAID Enable
This feature allows users to enable or disable the RAID function for each
SATA hard disk drive.
SATA AHCI Enable
This setting disables/enables Enhanced AHCI mode. 6 SATA HDDs will be
supported under this mode.
SATA RAID & AHCI Enable (for Adaptec SATA RAID Option ROM)
If this setting is set to [Enabled] and the SATA RAID function is not configured,
only AHCI mode will be supported. Once AHCI mode is enabled, 6 SATA
HDDs will be supported under this mode.
(non-AHCI) in Native IDE mode.
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BIOS Setup
Advanced Processor Options
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
Hyperthreading (auto detect function for Intel Dempsey CPU)
The processor uses Hyper-Threading technology to increase transaction rates
and reduces end-user response times. The technology treats the two cores
inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions
simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. If you
disable the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the
instructions. Please disable this item if your operating system doesn’t
support 4-way processors & the system with 2 HT processors, or
unreliability and instability may occur.
Important
Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your
computer system requires ALL of the following platform Components:
*CPU: Intel® Pentium® 4 or Xeon™ Processors with HT Technology;
*Chipset: Intel® Chipsets that support HT Technology;
*BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled;
*OS: An operating system that supports HT Technology.
For more information on Hyper-threading Technology, go to:
http:/ /www.int e l.co m /inf o/h y pert hre ading
Intel Virtualization Technology
Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform
to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions.
With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple “virtual” systems.
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Thermal Management 2 (auto detect function)
This setting specifies the thermal technologies implemented in the Intel® processor.
C1 Enhanced Mode
This item allows you to enable/disable the C1E power management feature
which can drop clock speed and voltage on the processor.
Execute Disable Bit
Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious
"buffer overflow" attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.
This functionality allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where
application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm
attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution,
preventing damage or worm propagation.
Discrete MTRR Allocation
If the system has 4GB of memory or greater, Discrete MTRR Allocation must be
enabled in the BIOS Memory Cache section. Otherwise, system performance
will be affected.
I/O Device Configuration
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
Serial Port A/B
This is used to enable or disable the onboard serial port A/B.
Base I/O Address
These items specify the base I/O addresses of the onboard serial port A/B.
Interrupt
These field allows you to select IRQ Resources for serial port A/B.
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Floppy Disk Controller
Select [Enabled] if your system has a floppy disk controller (FDD) installed on
the system board and you wish to use it. If you install add-on FDC or the system
has no floppy drive, select [Disabled] in this field.
Onboard Device Control
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
LAN Option ROM Scan
Use this feature to initialize device expansion ROM.
Onboard SCSI
This setting allows you to enable/disable the onboard SCSI device.
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Console Redirection
Com Port Address
This setting enables/disables the Com port address for console connection.
Baud Rate
This setting specifies the transfer rate (bits per second) of Console Redirection.
Console Type
This setting specifies the console type.
Flow Control
This feature allows you to enable flow control.
Console Connection
This feature indicates whether the console is connected directly to the system
or a modem is used for connection.
Continue C. R. after POST
Selecting [On] will enable Console Redirection after OS has loaded.
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BIOS Setup
DMI Event Logging
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears:
Event log validity/capacity
These items indicate the status of Event log validity and capacity.
View DMI event log
These item allows you to view the content of the DMI event log.
Event Logging
This function is used to log DMI events.
ECC Event Logging
This function is used to log ECC events.
Mark DMI events as readd
This field allows you to mark DMI events as read.
Clear all DMI event logs
This function is used to clear all DMI event logs.
Legacy USB Support
Set to [Enabled] if you 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.
Option ROM Placement
This setting determines the Option ROM placement. If the system hangs during boot,
please restart the system and enter the BIOS Setup Utility to change this setting.
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Security
Supervisor Password Is, User Password Is
These items indicate the status of password settings.
Set Supervisor Password
Supervisor Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility.
Set User Password
User Password controls access to the system at boot.
Password on Boot
Choosing [Enabled] requires a password on boot. It requires prior setting of the
supervisor password. If the supervisor password is set and this option is disabled,
BIOS assumes the user is booting.
Chassis Intrusion
The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status
and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened.
Reset Chassis Intrusion
The field is used to clear the chassis intrusion warning message.
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Power
BIOS Setup
Important
S3-related functions are available only when your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode.
Power Button Function
This feature allows users to configure the power button function. Settings are:
[Instant-Off] The power button functions as a normal power-on/-off
[Delay 4 Second]When you press the power button, the computer enters
Wake On LAN/PME
The item specifies how the system will be awakened from power saving mode when
input signal of the LAN/PME is detected.
After Power Failure
This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or
interrupt occurs. Available settings are:
[Stay Off] Returns the system to an off state.
[Power On] Returns the system to a full on state.
button.
the suspend/sleep mode, but if the button is pressed for
more than four seconds, the computer is turned off.
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[Last State] Restores the system to the previous status before power
Resume On Modem Ring
The item specifies how the system will be awakened from power saving mode when
input signal of the Modem Ring is detected.
Resume On Time
Select [On] to wake up the system at predetermined time.
Resume Time
The time format is <HH> <MM> <SS>.
failure or interrupt occurred.
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BIOS Setup
PC Health
Fan & Temperature Menu
These items display the current temperatures and fans’ speeds of the system.
Auto FAN Speed Control
This item enables/disables the Smart Fan feature (SFAN1 & SFAN4 excluded). Smart
Fan is an excellent feature which will adjust the CPU and system fan speed automatically depending on the current CPU and system temperature, avoiding the overheating to damage your system.
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CPU1 Target Temp, CPU2 Target Temp
You can select a fan value here. If the current temperature reaches to the minimum
threshold you set here, the fan will slow down to keep the temperature stable.
CPU1 Therm Temp Limit, CPU2 Therm Temp Limit
You can select a fan tolerance value here. If the current temperature of the fan
reaches to the maximum threshold you set here, the fan will speed up for cooling
down.
CPU1 Volt., CPU2 Volt., +3.3V, +5V, +12V, -12V, Vbat
These items display the current voltages of the system.
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Boot
These settings allow users to set the priority of the specified devices.You may use
the arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the desired device, <+>/<-> key to move it up/down
in the priority list, <x> key to exclude or include the device to boot, (Shift + 1) to enable
or disable a device, (1 - 4) keys to load default boot sequence.
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Exit
Exit Saving Changes
Save changes to CMOS and exit setup.
Exit Discarding Changes
Abandon all changes and exit setup.
Load Setup Defaults
Use this menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system
performance.
Discard Changes
Abandon all changes.
Save Changes
Save changes to CMOS.
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Appendix A
Intel SATA RAID (Optional)
The Southbridge provides a hybrid solution that combines six independent SATAII ports for support of up to
six Serial ATAII (Serial ATAII RAID) drives.
It offers RAID level 0 (Striping), RAID level 1 (Mirroring
and Duplexing), RAID level 5 (Block Interleaved Distributed Parity), RAID level 10 (A Stripe of Mirrors) and
Intel® Martix Storage Technology.
Important
For installing the Intel® Application Accelerator RAID in windows 2003, you can go to http://support.intel.com/support/
chipsets/iaa_raid/sb/cs-009333.htm.
The user’s manual herein will show you how to properly configure
your system when using the IAA Edition.
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Introduction
The Southbridge provides a hybrid solution that combines six independent SATAII
ports for support of up to six SATAII (or four SATAII RAID 10) drives.
Serial ATAII (SATAII) is the latest generation of the ATA interface. SATA hard drives
deliver blistering transfer speeds up to 300MB/sec. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables,
making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC. The
most outstanding features are:
1. Supports 300MB/s transfers with CRC error checking.
2. Supports Hot-plug-n-play feature.
3. Data handling optimizations including tagged command queuing, elevator
seek and packet chain command.
The Intel® Southbridge offers RAID level 0 (Striping), RAID level 1 (Mirroring and
Duplexing), RAID level 5 (Block Interleaved Distributed Parity), RAID level 10 (A Stripe
of Mirrors) and Intel® Martix Storage Technology.
RAID 0 breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives. Spreading
the hard drive I/O load across independent channels greatly improves I/O performance.
RAID 1 provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard drives and
provides enhanced read performance. RAID 5 Provides data striping at the byte level
and also stripe error correction information. This results in excellent performance
and good fault tolerance. Level 5 is one of the most popular implementations of RAID.
RAID 10 Not one of the original RAID levels, multiple RAID 1 mirrors are created, and
a RAID 0 stripe is created over these. Intel Matrix RAID Technology is the advanced
ability for two RAID volumes to share the combined space of two hard drives being
used in unison.
Important
1. The least number of hard drives for RAID 0, RAID 1 or Matrix mode is 2.
The least number of hard drives for RAID 10 mode is 4. And the maximum
number of hard drives for RAID 5 mode is 3.
2. All the information/volumes listed in your system might differ from the
illustrations in this appendix.
3. RAID support on Linux OS will be changed by vendors. Please contact
MSI Sales if you need SATA RAID support on Linux OS.
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BIOS Configuration
The Intel Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM should be integrated with the system
BIOS on all motherboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Intel Matrix Stroage
Manager Option ROM is the Intel RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS
disk services. Please use <Ctrl> + <I> keys to enter the “Intel(R) RAID for Serial ATA”
status screen, which should appear early in system boot-up, during the POST
(Power-On Self Test). Also, you need to enable the RAID function in BIOS to create,
delete and reset RAID volumes.
Using the Intel Matrix Stroage Manager Option ROM
1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes:
The Serial ATA RAID volume may be configured using the RAID Configuration utility
stored within the Intel RAID Option ROM. During the Power-On Self Test (POST), the
following message will appear for a few seconds:
Important
The “Driver Model”, “Serial #” and “Size” in the following example might be
different from your system.
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After the above message shows, press <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously to enter
the RAID Configuration Utility.
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Important
The following procedure is only available with a newly-built system or if you
are reinstalling your OS. It should not be used to migrate an existing system
to RAID.
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After pressing the <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously, the following window will
appear:
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(1) Create RAID Volume
1. Select option 1 “Create RAID Volume” and press <Enter> key. The following
screen appears. Then in the Name field, specify a RAID Volume name and
then press the <TAB> or <Enter> key to go to the next field.
2. Use the arrow keys to select the RAID level best suited to your usage model
in RAID Level.
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3. In the Disk field, press <Enter> key and the following screen appears. Use
<Space> key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then
click <Enter> key to finish selection.
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4. Then select the strip value for the RAID array by using the “upper arrow” or
“down arrow” keys to scroll through the available values, and pressing the
<Enter> key to select and advance to the next field. The available values
range from 4KB to 128 KB in power of 2 increments. The strip value should be
chosen based on the planned drive usage. Here are some typical values:
RAID0 – 128KB
RAID10 – 128KB
RAID5 – 64KB
5. Then select the capacity of the volume in the Capacity field. The default
value is the maximum volume capacity of the selected disks.
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Important
Since you want to create two volumes (Intel Matrix RAID Technology), this
default size (maximum) needs to be reduced. Type in a new size for the first
volume. As an example: if you want the first volume to span the first half of the
two disks, re-type the size to be half of what is shown by default. The second
volume, when created, will automatically span the remainder of two hard
drives.
6.Then the following screen appears for you to confirm if you are sure to
create the RAID volume. Press <Y> to continue.
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7.Then the following screen appears to indicate that the creation is finished.
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(2) Delete RAID Volume
Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID
drives will be lost.
Important
If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the
Intel RAID Option ROM, your system will become unbootable.
Select option 2 Delete RAID Volume from the main menu window and press
<Enter> key to select a RAID volume for deletion. Then press <Delete> key to
delete the selected RAID volume. The following screen appears.
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Press <Y> key to accept the volume deletion.
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(3) Reset Disks to Non-RAID
Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter> to delete the RAID
volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen
appears:
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Press <Y> key to accept the selection.
Important
1. You will lose all data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures
when you perform this operation.
2. Possible reasons to ‘Reset Disks to Non-RAID’ could include issues such
as incompatible RAID configurations or a failed volume or failed disk.
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Appendix B
Adaptec SATA RAID (Optional)
The Southbridge provides a hybrid solution that combines six independent SATAII ports for support of up to
six Serial ATAII (Serial ATAII RAID) drives.
It offers RAID level 0 (Striping), RAID level 1 (Mirroring
and Duplexing) and RAID level 10 (A Stripe of Mirrors).
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Introduction
The Southbridge provides a hybrid solution that combines six independent SATAII
ports for support of up to six SATAII (or four SATAII RAID 10) drives.
Serial ATAII (SATAII) is the latest generation of the ATA interface. SATA hard drives
deliver blistering transfer speeds up to 300MB/sec. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables,
making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC. The
most outstanding features are:
1. Supports 300MB/s transfers with CRC error checking.
2. Supports Hot-plug-n-play feature.
3. Data handling optimizations including tagged command queuing, elevator seek
and packet chain command.
The Intel Southbridge offers RAID level 0 (Striping), RAID level 1 (Mirroring and
Duplexing) and RAID level 10 (A Stripeof Mirrors).
RAID 0 breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives. Spreading
the hard drive I/O load across independent channels greatly improves I/O performance.
RAID 1 provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard drives and
provides enhanced read performance.
RAID 10 Not one of the original RAID levels, multiple RAID 1 mirrors are created, and
a RAID 0 stripe is created over these. Intel Matrix RAID Technology is the advanced
ability for two RAID volumes to share the combined space of two hard drives being
used in unison.
Important
1. The least number of hard drives for RAID 0 or RAID 1 is 2. The least
number of hard drives for RAID 10 mode is 4.
2. All the information/volumes listed in your system might differ from the
illustrations in this appendix.
3. When installing SuSE OS under SATA RAID & AHCI mode, once the OS
boots from the CD-ROM, select F3 or F5 as requested to add drivers.
Then toggle to “ Installation” and, at the command prompt, type
“broken_modules=ahci”
4. RAID support on Linux OS will be changed by vendors. Please contact
MSI Sales if you need SATA RAID support on Linux OS.
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BIOS Configuration
The Adaptec SATA Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all
motherboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Adaptec Option ROM is the Adaptec
RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS disk services. Please use <Ctrl> +
<A> keys to enter the “Adaptec Embedded SATA HostRAID” status screen, which
should appear early in system boot-up, during the POST(Power-On Self Test). Also,
you need to enable the RAID function in BIOS to create, delete and reset RAID
volumes.
Using the Adaptec SATA HostRAID Option ROM
Creating and Deleting RAID Volumes:
The Serial ATA RAID volume may be configured using the RAID Configuration utility
stored within the Adaptec RAID Option ROM. During the Power-On Self Test (POST),
the following message will appear for a few seconds:
Important
The “Driver Model”, “Serial #” and “Size” in the following example might be
different from your system.
After the above message shows, press <Ctrl> and <A> keys simultaneously to enter
the RAID Configuration Utility.
Important
The following procedure is only available with a newly-built system or if you
are reinstalling your OS. It should not be used to migrate an existing system
to RAID.
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After pressing the <Ctrl> and <A> keys simultaneously, the following window will
appear:
(1) Create RAID Volume
1. Enter Array Configuration Utility. Select option “Create array” and press
<Enter> key. The following screen appears.
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Then in the Select drivers to create Array field, specify the devices and
then press the <Enter> key to go to the next field.
2. Use the arrow keys to select the RAID level best suited to your usage model
in RAID Level.
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3. Then Enter the Array Label name, and pressing the <Enter> key to select and
advance to the next field. The available values range from 16KB to 64 KB in
power of 2 increments. The strip value should be chosen based on the
planned drive usage. Here are some typical values:
RAID0 – 64KB
RAID10 – 64KB
4. Then select the Create RAID via Quick Init, and select [Done] to finish the
creation.
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5. Enter Manager Arrays to confirm if the creation is finished.
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(2) Delete RAID Volume
Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID
drives will be lost.
Important
If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the
Adaptec RAID Option ROM, your system will become unbootable.
Select option Manager Arrays from the main menu window and press <Enter>
key to select a RAID volume for deletion. Then press <Delete> key to delete the
selected RAID volume. The following screen appears.
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Select [Delete], and press <Enter>. The following screen appears:
Press <Y> key to accept the volume deletion.
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Appendix C
SCSI BIOS (Optional)
This chapter provides information on the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) BIOS setup utility and
allows you to configure the SCSI subsystem for optimum use.
You may need to run the SCSI BIOS setup utility when:
² You want to change the default SCSI controller set-
tings for customized features.
² You intend to manage any of the attached SCSI
devices.
SCSI BIOS
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Exit the menu or return to the main menu from
Entering SCSI BIOS
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process.
When the message below appears on the screen, press <Ctrl> + <A> keys simultaneously to enter SCSI BIOS utility.
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Control Keys
Use the following keys to navigate the SCSI BIOS menu items.
<↑> <↓> <←> <→>
<Enter> Select the item or show the options of the
<Esc>
<F6> Restore the default SCSI values
Move between different items
selected item
a submenu
Selecting the SCSI Channel
After entering the SCSI BIOS by pressing the <Ctrl> + <A> key combination, you will
see the following menu appear on the screen.
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Selecting the Management Type
The following screen will appear after you select the SCSI channel you intend to
manage. The menu will list two categories for you to choose what to do with the SCSI
channel. Move the cursor to the desired function and press <Enter>.
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Would you like to configure the SCSI controller, or run the
SCSI Disk Utilities? Select the option and press <Enter>.
Options
Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings
Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings
Use this option for SCSI controller configurations.
SCSI Disk Utilities
Use this option to manage the attached SCSI device.
SCSI Disk Utilities
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Configure/View SCSI Settings
There are 8 items in the “Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings ” screen. These
items display or allow you to change the SCSI controller’s settings. Use the arrow
keys to highlight the item and then press <Enter> to select the value you want in each
item or enter each item’s sub-menu screen.
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Configuration
SCSI Bus Interface Definitions
SCSI Controller ID....................................7
SCSI Controller Parity.............................Enabled
SCSI Controller Termination..................Enabled
Additional Options
Boot Device Configuration.....................Press <Enter>
SCSI Device Configuration......................Press <Enter>
Advanced Configuration..........................Press <Enter>
HostRAID...................................................Enabled
BIOS Information
Interrupt (IRQ) Channel..........................11
I/O Port Address........................................B000h, B400h
<F6> -- Reset to SCSI Controller Defaults
SCSI Bus Interface Definitions
SCSI Controller ID
The item is used to assign a SCSI ID to the SCSI controller. It is recommended that you
should leave the default setting unchanged. Settings: [0] ~ [15].
SCSI Controller Parity
Use the field to enable or disable SCSI parity error checking function. If any of your
SCSI devices does not support parity checking, disable this function. While disabling
the function, you should disable disconnections for all devices, as parity checking for
the reselection phase is NOT disabled. A non-parity device’s I/O operation will never
complete if the reselection fails due to a parity error.
SCSI Controller Termination
In order to have the SCSI bus function properly and reliably, termination at the ends of
the SCSI bus is necessary. Proper termination can ensure signal on the SCSI bus will
not reflect and cause data loss or errors. Settings options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
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Additional Options
Boot Device Configuration
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu screen.
Boot Device Configuration
Single Image
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Select SCSI peripheral from which to boot
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Boot SCSI ID.......................................0
Option Listed Below Has NO EFFECT if MULTI LUN Support is Disabled
Boot LUN Number...........................0
Boot SCSI Controllers
Select SCSI channel AIC-7901 to boot up the SCSI subsystem.
Boot SCSI ID
Specify a SCSI device to become the boot device by selecting its SCSI ID.
Setting options: [0] ~ [15].
Boot LUN Number
If a boot device has multiple logical units, you must specify the boot logical unit
number (LUN). If multiple LUN support is disabled, specifying a number here is
useless. Setting options: [0] ~ [7].
SCSI Device Configuration
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu screen appears. The sub-menu screen
allows you to specify the configuration for each device on the SCSI bus.
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SCSI Device Configuration
SCSI Device ID #0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7
Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec).......320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320
Packetized......................................YesYes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
QAS................................................YesYes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Initiate Wide Negotiation..............Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Enable Disconnection......................Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Send Start Unit Command...........Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
BIOS Multiple LUN Support.......No No No No No No No No
Include in BIOS Scan......................Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
SCSI Device ID #8 #9 #10#11#12#13#14#15
Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec).......320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320
Packetized..................................... YesYes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
QAS................................................YesYes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Initiate Wide Negotiation..............Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Enable Disconnection......................Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Send Start Unit Command...........Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
BIOS Multiple LUN Support.......No No No No No No No No
Include in BIOS Scan......................Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec)
The field allows you to specify the maximum synchronous data transfer rate
depending on the type of each SCSI device. Select [ASYN] to enable asynchronous negotiation for some older SCSI devices.
Packetized
When enabled, this option is supported by the device drivers. However, this
option is not supported by the BIOS.
QAS
When enabled, this option is supported by the device drivers. However, this
option is not supported by the BIOS.
Initiate Wide Negotiation
When set to Yes , the field allows wide SCSI hard drives to use 16-bit (2 bytes)
transfers.
Enable Disconnection
This field tells the SCSI controller whether or not to allow the specified SCSI
device to disconnect during an I/O transfer operation. The disconnection ability
frees the SCSI bus to allow other I/O processes and thus optimizes the SCSI
bus performance. Setting options: [Yes], [No].
Send Start Unit Command
When set to Yes, the SCSI controller sends the Start Unit command to the
specified SCSI device during bootup. The interface powers up the SCSI device
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on-at-a-time during bootup, reducing the load on the computer’s power supply.
Setting options: [Yes], [No].
BIOS Multiple LUN Support
Select Yes when any SCSI device has multiple logical units. Setting options:
[Yes], [No].
Include in BIOS Scan
Selecting [Yes] allows the SCSI controller to control the SCSI device with its
SCSI ID. When set to [No], the SCSI controller does not control the specified
SCSI device by not scanning for the SCSI ID during bootup, but the boot time will
be decreased. Setting options: [Yes], [No].
Advanced Configuration
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu screen for advanced configuration.
Advanced Configuration
Reset SCSI Bus at IC Initialization...................................................Enabled
Display <Ctrl><A> Message During BIOS Initialization.........Enabled
Extended Int 13 Translation for DOS Drives > 1 GByte............Enabled
POST Display Mode.............................................................................Verbose
SCSI Controller Int 13 Support.........................................................Enabled
Option Listed Below Has NO EFFECT if MULTI LUN Support is Disabled
Domain Validation................................................................................Enabled
Support Removable Disks Under Int 13 as Fixed Disks...........Disabled
BIOS Support for Bootable CD-ROM.............................................Enabled
Reset SCSI Bus at IC Initialization
Selecting Enabled will reset the SCSI bus the first time the SCSI controller is
initialized. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
Display <Ctrl><A> Message During BIOS Initialization
When enabled, the message “ Press <Ctrl><A> for SCSISelect(TM) Utility” appears on the screen during bootup. If disabled, the message does not show up,
but you can still press <Ctrl> + <A> key combination to enter the SCSI BIOS
utility. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
Extended Int 13 Translation for DOS Drives > 1 GByte
The field allows SCSI hard disk drives greater than 1 GB to use a translation
scheme of 255 heads, 63 sectors per track. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
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POST Display Mode
The field determines how much information about your SCSI controller and
devices appear on the screen during bootup. For the most complete information,
choose [Diagnostic]. For a faster boot, select [Silent]. Setting options: [Verbose],
[Silent], [Diagnostic].
SCSI Controller Int 13 Support
The field allows you to enable or disable the support for Int 13h. The software
interrupt “Int 13h” is the interface through which the operating system or application is able to pass commands to hard disk drives, such as reading, writing
and formatting. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled: NOT scan], [Disabled: scan
bus].
Domain Validation
When enabled, these options are available if they are implemented in the device
drivers. However, this option is not supported by the BIOS.
Support Removable Disks Under Int13 as Fixed Disks
When [Boot Only] is selected, only the removable media drive designated as the
boot device will be treated as a hard disk drive. When [All Disks] is selected, all
removable media drives supported by the BIOS are treated as hard disk drives.
If selecting [Disabled], no removable media drive is treated as a hard disk drive
and the removable media drives must be controlled by the OS drivers.
BIOS Support for Bootable CD-ROM
When enabled, the SCSI controller BIOS supports bootable CD-ROM under the
El Torito specification. If booting from a hard disk or other device, make sure no
bootable CD-ROM is inserted or disable this option.
BIOS Information
Interrupt (IRQ) Channel
Displays the IRQ line assigned to the SCSI channel.
I/O Port Address
Displays the I/O port address assigned to the SCSI channel.
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Select SCSI Disk and press <Enter>
SCSI ID#0: No device
SCSI ID#1: No device
SCSI ID#2: No device
SCSI ID#3: No device
SCSI ID#4: No device
SCSI ID#5: No device
SCSI ID#6: No device
SCSI ID#7: Adaptec AIC-7901
SCSI ID#8: No device
SCSI ID#9: No device
SCSI ID#10: No device
SCSI ID#11: No device
SCSI ID#12: No device
SCSI ID#13: No device
SCSI ID#14: No device
SCSI ID#15: No device
SCSI BIOS
Select the SCSI device which you want to manage by highlighting the item and press
<Enter>. The following dialog box appears. Select the function you want to perform.
SCSI ID# 0: HITACHI DK32DJ18MW
Firmware: G2G2
Capacity: 17GB
Format Disk
Verify Disk Media
Format Disk
The utility performs low-level formatting of a hard disk drive. The function might take
several hours to complete.
Verify Disk Media
This utility verifies that the drive is functioning properly. Verifying function will scan
for media defects on the disk.
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Important
1. It offers RAID level 0 (Striping), RAID level 1 (Mirroring and Duplexing),
and RAID level 10 (A Stripe of Mirrors).
2. When installing SuSE OS under SCSI RAID, once the OS boots from the
CD-ROM, select F3 or F5 as requested to add drivers. Then toggle to
“Installation” and, at the command prompt, type “broken_modules=aic79xx”
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