MSI MS-9656 User Manual

3200 Master Series

MS-9656 (V1.X) Server Board

G52-96561X2

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Copyright Notice

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INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no

guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under
continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

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Revision History

Revision Revision History Date

V1.1 Updating the Northbridge 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-9656

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.................................................................................................................2-7

Power Supply......................................................................................................2-9

Back Panel I/O....................................................................................................2-10

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

Jumper................................................................................................................2-18

Slot......................................................................................................................2-19

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

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

The Menu Bar......................................................................................................3-4

Main......................................................................................................................3-5

Advanced............................................................................................................3-6

Boot....................................................................................................................3-20

Security..............................................................................................................3-23

Chipset...............................................................................................................3-24

Exit......................................................................................................................3-26

Appendix A Intel ICH9R SATA RAID.....................................................................A-1

ICH9R Introduction...............................................................................................A-2

BIOS Configuration..............................................................................................A-3

Installing Driver....................................................................................................A-9

Installing Software............................................................................................A-11

RAID Migration Instructions...............................................................................A-15

Degraded RAID Array........................................................................................A-22

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Getting Started

Chapter 1

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the 3200 Master Series (MS­9656 V1.X), an excellent server board from MSI.

Based on the innovative Intel® 3210 / 3200 & ICH9R
chipsets for optimal system efficiency, the 3200 Mas­ter accommodates the latest Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® pro­cessor 3000 series, Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® processor
3200 series, Wolfdale and Yorkfield processors in
LGA775 package and supports up to four 240-pin DDR2
667/800 DIMM slots to provide the maximum of 8GB
memory capacity.

In the entry-level and mid-range market segment, the
3200 Master Series can provide a high-performance
solution for today’s front-end and general purpose
server, as well as in the future.

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Mainboard Specifications

Processor

- Dual-Core Intel Xeon processor 3000 series, Quad-Core Intel Xeon
processor 3200 series, Wolfdale and Yorkfield processors in LGA775
package

FSB

- 1333/ 1066/ 800 MHz

Chipset

- Northbridge: Intel 3210 / 3200 chipset

(NOTE: 3210 supports either two PCI Express x8 slots or one PCI

Express x16 slot. 3200 supports one PCI Express x8 slot.
Neither 3210 nor 3200 supports PCI Express graphics.)

- Southbridge: Intel ICH9R chipset

Memory

- 4 DDR2 667/800 DIMM slots (240pin / 1.8V)

- Up to 8GB memory capacity

LAN (Optional)

- For mainboards with IPMI chip:

Intel 82573V Gigabit Ethernet controller (LAN1) & Intel 82566DM
Gigabit Ethernet controller (LAN2)

- For mainboards without IPMI chip:

Intel 82573L Gigabit Ethernet controller (LAN1) & Intel 82566DM
Gigabit Ethernet controller (LAN2)

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Floppy

- 1 floppy port

- Supports 1 FDD with 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB

IDE

- 1 IDE port by ITE IT8213F

- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100/133 mode

- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode

SATA

- 6 SATAII ports by ICH9R

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

RAID

- Supports RAID 0/ 1/ 0+1/ 5 or JBOD mode

Graphics

- XGI Z7 graphics controller

- Onboard 16MB Video SDRAM

IPMI (Optional)

- Hitachi H8S/2168 IPMI microcontroller

Connectors

Back Panel

- 1 PS/2 mouse port

- 1 PS/2 keyboard port

- 2 USB 2.0 ports

- 1 serial port

- 1 VGA port

- 2 Gigabit LAN jacks

Onboard Connectors

- 3 proprietary front panel connectors (optional)

- 3 USB 2.0 connectors (6 ports)

- 1 serial port connector

- 1 TPM connector

- 1 SPI Flash ROM connector (for debugging)

- 1 chassis intrusion connector

Getting Started

Slots

- 1 PCI Express x16 slot (with x8 signal)

- 1 PCI Express x4 slot

- 4 PCI slots (supports 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus interface)

Regulations

- FCC, CE

Form Factor

- ATX form factor 12" x 9.6"

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JUSB1

T: Mouse

B: Keyboard

COM1

JLAN1

JLAN 2

SYS_FAN1

REAR_FAN1

JTPM1

Mainboard Layout

COM2

JUSB3

JAPP3

JUSB2

J_VGA_EN1

SATA1 S ATA3 SATA5

FRONT_FAN1

SATA2 SATA4

SATA6

SYS_FAN2

FPC1

BATT

JAPP2

Intel

ICH9R

+

Intel

3210 / 3200

J_CMOS1

J_IDE1

JSPI1

J_BOOT3

J_SMBUS1

J1

ITE

IT8213F

J_IPMB1

J_BOOT1

BMC
Chip

J_BOOT2

JUSB4

J_ICMB1

FDD1

CPU_FAN1

DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2

PCIE1

PCIE2

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

PCI4

JINT1

JAPP1

XGI

LAN
Chip

Z7

VGA 2

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JPWR2

JPWR1

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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

JSPI1, p.2-12

JAPP2, p.2-14

FRONT_FAN1,

p.2-13

COM2, p.2-15

FPC1, p.2-13

SATA1~6,

p.2-12

JUSB2/3,

p.2-15

JAPP3, p.2-14

J_VGA_EN1,

p.2-18

SYS_FAN2,

p.2-13

J_CMOS1,

p.2-18

J_BOOT3,

p.2-18

J_SMBUS1,

p.2-17

JTPM1,

p.2-17

J_IDE1,

p.2-11

J1, p.2-16

JUSB4,

p.2-15

J_IPMB1, p.2-16

J_BOOT1,

p.2-16

FDD1,

p.2-11

J_ICMB1, p.2-16

SYS_FAN1,

p.2-13

PCI Slots,

p.2-19

JINT1,

p.2-13

J_BOOT2,

p.2-16

PCI Express
Slots, p.2-19

CPU_FAN1,

p.2-13

CPU, p.2-3

DIMM Slots,

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p.2-7

JPWR2,

p.2-9

JPWR1,

p.2-9

JAPP1, p.2-14

REAR_FAN1,

p.2-13

Back Panel

I/O, p.2-10

Hardware Setup

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

This mainboard supports dual-core Intel® Xeon® processor 3000 series, quad-core
Intel® Xeon® processor 3200 series, Wolfdale and Yorkfield processors in LGA775
package. When you install the CPU, make sure that you install the cooler to
prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer
before turning on the computer.

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.

Replaceing 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.

Introduction to LGA 775 CPU

The pin-pad side of LGA 775
CPU.

Alignment Key Alignment Key

Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator

The surface of LGA 775 CPU.
Remember to apply some ther­mal paste on it for better heat
dispersion.

Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator

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CPU & Cooler Installation

When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on
the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal

paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will
cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.

1.The CPU socket has a plastic cap
on it to protect the contact from
damage. Before you install the CPU,
always cover it to protect the socket
pin.

2.Remove the cap from lever hinge
side (as the arrow shows).

3.The pins of socket reveal.

4.Open the load lever.

Important

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

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

3. The availability of the CPU land side cover depends on your CPU packing.

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

7.Visually inspect if the CPU is
seated well into the socket. If not,
take out the CPU with pure vertical
motion and reinstall.

6.After confirming the CPU direction
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.

alignment

key

8.Cover the load plate onto the
package.

Important

Mainboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration of the CPU/
cooler installation only. The appearance of your mainboard may vary depend­ing on the model you purchase.

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9.Press down the load lever lightly
onto the load plate, and then se­cure the lever with the hook under
retention tab.

11.Press the four hooks down to fas-

ten the cooler. Then rotate the lock­ing switch (refer to the correct di­rection marked on it) to lock the
hooks.

locking

switch

10. Align the holes on the mainboard
with the heatsink. Push down the
cooler until its four clips get
wedged into the holes of the
mainboard.

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

Important

1. Read the CPU status in BIOS (Chapter 3).

2. Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the
plastic cap covered to avoid damage.

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Installed

Memory

These DIMM slots are intended for system memory modules.

DDR2

240-pin, 1.8V

64x2=128 pin 56x2=112 pin

Dual-Channel Mode Population Rule

In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two
data bus lines simultaneously. Dual-Channel mode is enabled when the installed
memory capacities of both DIMM channels are equal. If different speed DIMMs are
used between channels, the slowest memory timing will be used.

Dual-Channel mode can be achieved with two, three or four DIMMs. To achieve Dual­Channel mode, the following conditions must be met:

* Matched DIMM configuration in each channel
* Same Density (128MB, 256MB, 512MB, etc.)
* Matched in both Channel A and Channel B memory channels
* Populate symmetrical memory slots (Slot 1 or Slot 2)

Configurations that do not match the above conditions will revert to Single-Channel
mode.

2 DIMMs

1GB

DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2

3 DIMMs

4 DIMMs

1GB

512MB
512MB

1GB

512MB

1GB

512MB

1GB

DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2

DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2

DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2

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Installing Memory 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.

2-8

Volt

Notch

Hardware Setup

Power Supply

24-Pin System Power Connector: JPWR2

This connector allows you to connect a 24-pin power supply. To
connect the 24-pin power supply, make sure the power supply
connector 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 power supply as well. If you’d like to use the
20-pin power supply, please align your power supply connector
with pin 1 & pin 13. There is also a foolproof design on pin 11, 12, 23
& 24 to avoid wrong installation.

Pin Definition

JPWR2

24 13

PIN SIGNAL

1 +3.3V
2 +3.3V
3 GND

112

4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 PWR OK
9 5VSB
10 +12V
11 +12V
12 +3.3V

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

pin 12

pin 13

8-Pin CPU Power Connector: JPWR1

This connector provides 12V power output to the CPU.

Pin Definition

1
5

JPWR1

PIN SIGNAL

4
8

1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND

PIN SIGNAL

5 +12V
6 +12V
7 +12V
8 +12V

Important

1. Make sure that all connectors are connected to proper power supplies to
ensure stable operation of the mainboard.

2. Power supply of 350 watts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.

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Back Panel I/O

Mouse

Keyboard

Serial PortUSB Ports VGA Port

LAN Jacks

Mouse/Keyboard

The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.

USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port 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 DE-15 female connector is provided for monitor.

LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.

Link/Active 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.

Mode Indicator

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Connector

Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1

This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB or 2.88MB floppy disk drive.

FDD1

IDE Connector: J_IDE1

This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.

J_IDE1

Important

If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the
drives separately to master / slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to IDE
device’s documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting
instructions.

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SPI Flash ROM Connector: JSPI1

This connector is used to flash SPI flash ROM.

Pin Definition

Pin Description Pin Description

1 VCC3_SB 2 VCC3_SB
3 SPI_MISO_F 4 SPI_MOSI_F
5 SPI_CS0_F# 6 SPI_CLK_F
7 GND 8 GND
9 SPI_HOLD# 10 NC

2
1

JSPI1

10

9

Serial ATA Connector: SATA1 ~ SATA6

This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can con­nect to one Serial ATA device.

SATA2

SATA1

SATA3

SATA4

SATA5SATA6

Important

Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.

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DVD/CD-ROM Connector: FPC1 (Optional)

This connector is designed to connect slim DVD/CD-ROM drive.

FPC1

Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JINT1

This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is
opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. 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

JINT1

Fan Power Connector:
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1/2, FRONT_FAN1, REAR_FAN1

The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting
the wire to the connectors, always 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

CPU_FAN1,

SYS_FAN1,

FRONT_FAN1

SYS_FAN2,

REAR_FAN1

GND

+1 2V

SE NS OR

CONTROL

Important

1.Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s official website
or consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.

2.Users are suggested to enter the BIOS Setup Utility to set up the Smart Fan

Control function.

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