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This Quick Start Guide can help system manufacturers and end users in setting up
and installing the Motherboard. Information in this guide has been carefully
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The SY-K7ADA AGP/PCI Motherboard is a high-performance Socket
462 ATX form-factor system board. Using ALI Chipset technology. This
Motherboard is fully compatible with industry standards and adds many
technical enhancements.
1-2 KEY FEATURES
Ø CPU SUPPORT
The SY-K7ADA supports THE FOLLOWING AMD® CPUs:
n Supports 200MHz Front Side Bus DDR(Double Data Rate) transfer
on Athlon(750MHz~1.2GHz)/ Duron(600MHz~850MHz)
n Supports 266MHz Front Side Bus DDR (Double Data Rate) transfer
on Athlon(1GHz~1.2GHz)
New released AMD Socket 462 CPUs will very likely be supported by the
SY-K7ADA as well.
Ø CPU SETTINGS
The SY-K7ADA provides the user with a very complete and convenient
CPU setting environment. The CPU settings are all adjusted through the
DIP switch.
n CPU Frequency
The SY-K7ADA supports an incredible wide range of CPU frequency
settings:
600,650,700,750,800,850,900,950,1000+MHz.
This gives the SY-K7ADA an overwhelming overclocking potential.
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n CPU Multiplier
Ø EXPANDABILITY
The SY-K7ADA provides all the standard expansion slots, and many more
additional expansion features:
u Expansion slots
n 1 x 32-bit bus master AGP slot
n 5 x 32-bit bus master PCI slots
u Enhanced IO
n Floppy disk controller
n 2x EIDE controllers with support for up to 4 Ultra DMA
33/66/100 devices
n Standard/EPP/ECP parallel port
n 2x 16550 compatible serial ports
n IrDA compatible infrared port
n 6x USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors
n PS/2 mouse connector
n PS/2 keyboard connector
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Ø ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
The SY-K7ADA supports advanced functions such as:
n Wake-On-LAN
Supports Wake-On-LAN (Some advanced network cards can
wake the system up over the network, the WOL connector is
provided by the SY-K7ADA to support this function).
n Multiple boot
The SY-K7ADA supports booting from devices such as CD-ROM,
FLOPPY DRIVE & HDD, LS120, SCSI, ZIP.
n Power on by modem or alarm
If the SY-K7ADA system is in suspend mode, it can be switched
back on through the modem or RTC alarm function. This opens a lot
of possibilities, such as remote access that switches the system on
only after the modem receives a call.
Ø FAIL SAFE
The SY-K7ADA comes with added functionality to make managing the
system easy and safe
u Hardware Monitor
The integrated Hardware Monitor IC and Hardware doctor software
enables the user to monitor system voltages, temperatures and FAN speeds.
This makes sure that the user is in full control of the system
Ø SOYO Bonus Pack CD-ROM
Ø COMPLIANCE
The SY-K7ADA complies with all important industry standards. The
following underlines the reliability of the SY-K7ADA, a motherboard to
trust.
n PC99, ACPI compliant
Ø USER FRIENDLY
n SOYO Combo Setup
n Jumperless design
n You can set up the following options trough the BIOS setting
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CPU FSB frequency
PCI clock
AGP Clock
SDRAM Clock
Ø HANDLING THE MOTHERBOARD
To avoid damage to your Motherboard, follow these simple rules while
unpacking:
Ø Before handling the Motherboard, ground yourself by grasping an
unpainted portion of the system's metal chassis.
Ø Remove the Motherboard from its anti-static packaging. Hold the
Motherboard by the edges and avoid touching its components.
Ø Check the Motherboard for damage. If any chip appears loose, press
carefully to seat it firmly in its socket.
Warning: Do not apply power if the Motherboard appears
damaged. If there is damage to the board, contact your dealer
immediately.
1-3 ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PRECAUTIONS
Make sure to ground yourself before handling the Motherboard or other
system components. Electrostatic discharge can easily damage the
components. Note that you must take special precautions when handling
the Motherboard in dry or air-conditioned environment.
To protect your equipment from electrostatic discharge, take the following
precautions:
Ø Do not remove the anti-static packaging until you are ready to install.
Ø Ground yourself before removing any system component from its
protective anti-static packaging. (To ground yourself, grasp the expansion
slot covers or other unpainted portions of the computer chassis.)
Ø Frequently ground yourself while working or use a grounding strap.
Ø Handle the Motherboard by its edges and avoid touching its
AAHardware Monitor
ABSigmatel STAC9700 Chip
ACCD In Connector
ADATX Power Supply Connector
AEBack panel Connectors
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1-6 MICROPROCESSOR
The motherboard supports a single Socket 462 processor. The processor’s
VID pins automatically program the voltage regulator on the motherboard
to the required processor voltage. In addition, the front side bus speed
(200/266 MHz ) is automatically selected. The motherboard supports all
current Socket 462 processor speeds, voltages, and bus frequencies.
1-6.1 Microprocessor Packaging
The CPU is packaged in a 462 pin PGA package. A fan must be used to
ensure adequate cooling.
1-6.2 Second Level Cache
The second-level cache is located on the substrate of the CPU package.
The cache includes Athlon-256KB / Duron-64KB of synchronous
pipelined burst static RAM. All supported onboard memory can be
cached.
1-6.3 Microprocessor Upgrades
The motherboard can be upgraded with Socket 462 processors that run at
higher speeds. When upgrading the processor, use the BIOS configuration
mode or DIP switch to change the processor speed.
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1-7 CHIPSET
Ø ALi M1647 Overview
The M1647 is a high performance, high value North Bridge that supports
all Athlon family processors. Internally all 128-bit architecture with
optimization for S2K bus, DDR and AGP4X interface, the M1647 has
outstanding high system performance under all types of system operations.
The M1647 North Bridge, coupled with one of ALi’s widely adopted PCI
South Bridge devices (M1535D+) provides a flexible and scalable
motherboard core logic solution to fill all applications.
The M1647 supports all Athlon family microprocessors. Processor bus
speeds of 66MHz to 133MHz are supported. This interface has 16 entries
for outstanding processor commands and system probe commands. This
interface supports FID change protocol for mobile purposes.
The M1647 can support up to 3.0 GB of SDRAM or DDR-SDRAM main
memory. Supports any combination of 66/100/133MHz memory bus
frequency and CPU bus frequency with minimized internal protocol
handshaking overhead, the M1647 provides a flexible system application.
In addition to dynamic memory power down, the M1647 also supports a
dynamic gated clock for the internal chipset logic circuitry, which will
reduce the system power consumption for mobile applications. The m1647
support the CAS-before-RAS refresh scheme and Self-refresh scheme
during normal mod and suspend mode, respectively.
The memory access controller plays a key role of dispatching the job to
the memory interface. By using a two-level dynamic arbitration scheme,
the M1647 fulfills multiple demanding sources that need access to the
main memory with balanced latency and maximum throughput. Another
important role of the memory access controller is the integration logic
between the AGP interface and main memory to support the AGP memory
address to physical memory address translate. To fulfill this function, the
M1647 uses 128 entries and 16 tags to implement a one level GART
(Graphic Address Re-mapping Table) scheme.
The M1647 supports all features of the AGP version 2.0 specification.
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This boosts the graphic benchmarks into another era for professional
graphics usage. The M1647 design is capable of supporting 28 outstanding
AGP commands (depth of command queue=28) and buffering 64QW for
AGP master read operations.
The M1647 is fully compliant with the PCI 2.2 specification. Flexible PCI
latency control allows the M1647 to achieve improved system
performance.
The M1647 PCI host interface features a flexible PCI latency controller
that allows a system to be tuned for the best system performance possible.
The m1647 also features an enhanced PCI arbiter that implements a fair
arbitration scheme based on a PCI and time slice mechanism. In addition
to itself and the South Bridge, the M1647 can support up to six addition
PCI masters. This gives designers the ultimate in flexibility when deciding
what combination of PCI slots and on board PCI peripheral devices to use.
One of these six PCI master channel can be assigned to a higher priority
than other five PCI masters in order to fulfill the demands of some special
real time devices, e.g. 1394 isochronous transmissions, when accessing
main memory.
Dark Green Power Management functions such as Power on Suspend,
Suspend to RAM, Suspend to Disk, PCI bus CLKRUN and Dynamic
Clock Stop are all supported. The M1647 provides the most flexible power
management capability available in any chipset.
Ø ALi M1535D+ Overview
The M1535D+ provides the best desktop system solution. The M1535D+
integrates AC-Link Host Controller, Hardware SoundBlaster Pro/16
compatibility, Host Signal Processing (HSP) software modem solution,
ACPI support, green function, 2-channel dedicated ATA-100 IDE Master
controller, 2 USB controllers, SMBus controller, PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse
controller, the Super I/O (Floppy Disk Controller, 2 serial port/1 parallel
port) support and Fast IR into one chip.
The built-in I/O in M1535D+ is an advenced Super I/O controller
containing all of the basic IBM PC, XT, AT peripherals. It incorporates
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three full function universal asynchronous receiver/transmitters (UARTs),
a flexible high performance internal data separator with send/receive 16
byte FIFOs. It is also suitable for notebook computers since it has Fast
Infra Red for wireless communications with other devices. It can swap the
floppy drives A & B. It supports SPP, PS/2, EPP and ECP parallel port. It
also has a programmable baud rate generator. It has high performance
power management for the FDC, UART and parallel port.
The built-in audio in M1535D+ is an advanced PCI audio accelerator
providing wave table synthesis, DirectMusic, DirectSound3D for the high
performance, cost-sensitive consumer market. It also supports full Sound
Blaster compatibility and is fully PC’98/PC’ 99 compliant. The M1535D+
Audio, combined with a standard AC’97/AC’ 98 Codec, provides better
than CD quality audio with sound-to-noise ratio of > 90 db, up to 48 KHz
sample rate, full duplex audio with independent playback and recording
sample rate, 6-channel mixer and optional 3D surround sound enhanced
output. In the legacy DOS game environment, the M1535D+ audio
accelerator provides SoundBlaster Pro/16 compatibility, OPL2 and OPL3
emulation, and 1 to 8 MB of general MIDI music through the MPU 401
compatible interface. With built-in support of the legacy mode analog
game port, the M1535D+ audio can replace all the functions of wave table
based legacy audio ISA card. In addition, the M1535D+ supports
consumer audio digital interface (SPDIF) to connect external digital audio
equipment.
The M1535D+ will provide the AC’97 2.1 compliant digital controller
interface for third parties (such as the AMC Codec’s vendor) to enable the
software modem solution. The M1535D+ provides 4 separate telephony
bus master channel. One for modem output, one for modem input, one for
handset input, and one for handset output. The M1535D+ supports the
Modem on-demand variable sample rate transfer, power management ,
wake-up, and caller ID string transmission.
The M1535D+ will support the security feature such as the platform
firmware protection. The M1535D+ also provides the ability to meet the
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Legacy-Free and Legacy Reduction specification of PC2001.
1-7.1 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Interface
PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors are located on the back panel of the
motherboard. The +5 V lines to keyboard and mouse connectors are
protected with a fuse that prevents motherboard components from being
damaged when an over-current condition occurs.
Note
The mouse and keyboard can be plugged into either PS/2 connector.
Power to the computer should be turned off before a keyboard or mouse is
connected or disconnected.
The keyboard controller contains code, which provides the traditional
keyboard and mouse control functions, and also supports Power On/Reset
password protection. Power On/Reset password can be specified in the
BIOS Setup program.
The keyboard controller also supports the hot-key sequence
<Ctrl><Alt><Del>, software reset. This key sequence resets the
computer’s software by jumping to the beginning of the BIOS code and
running the Power On Self Test (POST).
1-8 HARDWARE MONITOR
The hardware monitor subsystem provides instrumentation capabilities.
The features of the hardware monitor subsystem include:
n 2 thermistor input for remote temperature sensing (CPU/System)
n Monitor 4 positive voltages (Vcore/+3.3V/+5V/+12V)
n Monitor 2 fan speeds
n 2 PWM outputs for fan speed control
n Power-on beep warning when CPU core voltage is out of range
n VID4-VID0 monitoring inputs
n Windows 95/98 utility included
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1-9 WAKE ON LAN TECHNOLOGY
Wake on LAN technology enables remote wakeup of the computer
through a network. Wake on LAN technology requires a PCI add-in
network interface card (NIC) with remote wakeup capabilities. The remote
wakeup connector on the NIC must be connected to the onboard Wake on
LAN connector. The NIC monitors network traffic at the Ethernet
interface; upon detecting a Magic Packet, the NIC asserts a wakeup signal
that powers up the computer. This feature uses the Wake on LAN
connector.
*
CAUTION
For Wake on LAN, the 5-V standby line for the power supply must be
capable of delivering +5V ±5 % at 720 mA. Failure to provide adequate
standby current when implementing Wake on LAN can damage the power
supply.
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Chapter 2
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Congratulations on your purchase of SY-K7ADA Motherboard. You are
about to install and connect your new Motherboard.
Note: Do not unpack the Motherboard from its protective antistatic packaging until you have made the following preparations.
2-1 PREPARATIONS
Gather and prepare all the following hardware equipment to complete the
installation successfully:
1. Socket 462 processor with built-in CPU cooling fan (boxed type).
Note: This Motherboard supports non-boxed type CPUs. The heavier
CPU cooling fan requires the installation of a CPU support stand.
2. DDR RAM memory module (s)
3. Computer case and chassis with adequate power supply unit
4. Monitor
5. PS/2 Keyboard
6. Pointing Device (PS/2 mouse)
7. Speaker(s) (optional)
8. Disk Drives: HDD, CD-ROM, Floppy drive…
9. External Peripherals: Printer, Plotter, and Modem (optional)
10. Internal Peripherals: Modem and LAN cards (optional)
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2-2 UNPACKING THE MOTHERBOARD
When unpacking the Motherboard, check for the following items:
u The SY-K7ADA ALi MAGIK1 AGP/PCI
Motherboard
u The Quick Start Guide
u The Installation CD-ROM
u SOYO Bonus Pack CD-ROM
u One IDE Device ATA33/66/100 Flat Cable
u One Floppy Disk Drive Flat Cable
u One Heat Sink Compound
Warning: Do not unpack the Motherboard from its anti-static
packaging until you are ready to install it.
Like most electronic equipment, your Motherboard may be damaged by
electrostatic discharge. To avoid permanent damage to components ground
yourself while working by using a grounding strap. Otherwise, ground
yourself frequently by touching the unpainted portion of the computer
chassis to drain the static charges.
Handle the Motherboard carefully, hold it by the edges.
You are now ready to start the installation.
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2-3 INSTALLATION GUIDE
We will now begin the installation of the Motherboard. Please follow the
step-by-step procedure designed to lead you to a complete and correct
installation.
Warning: Turn off the power to the Motherboard, system
chassis, and peripheral devices before performing any work on
the Motherboard or system.
BEGIN THE INSTALLATION
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2-3.1 CPU Installation
Your SY-K7ADA motherboard comes with a CPU retention set kit. The
retention set is used to hold the processor attached to the Socket 462 CPU
connector on the motherboard.
Mark your CPU Frequency:
your CPU that should be clearly marked on the CPU cover.
Record the working frequency of
200MHz FSB DDR transfer on Athlon
750 MHz (100 x 7.5)800 MHz (100 x 8.0)850 MHz (100 x 8.5)900 MHz (100 x 9.0)
950 MHz (100 x 9.5) 1000 MHz (100 x 10.0)1.1GHz (100 x 11.0)1.2GHz(100 x 12.0)
200MHz FSB DDR transfer on Duron
600 MHz (100 x 6.0)650 MHz (100 x 6.5)700 MHz (100 x 7.0)750 MHz (100 x 7.5)800 MHz (100 x 8.0)
850 MHz (100 x 8.5)
266MHz Front Side Bus DDR transfer on Athlon
1 GHz (133 x 7.5)1.13 GHz (133 x 8.5)1.2 GHz (133 x 9.0)
Follow these instructions to install your Socket 462 processor correctly.
1. Lift the socket handle up to a vertical position.
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2. Align the blunt edge of the CPU with the matching pinhole
distinctive edge on the socket.
3. Seat the processor in the socket completely and without forcing.
4. Then close the socket handle to secure the CPU in place.
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Remember to connect the CPU Cooling Fan to the
appropriate power connector on the Motherboard. The fan is
a key component that will ensure system stability. The fan
prevents overheating, therefore prolonging the life of your
CPU.
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SDRAM
SDRAM
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2-3.2 DDR SDRAM Memory Module Installation
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®
Your board comes with three DIMM sockets, providing support for up to
3GB of main memory using DDR RAM modules from 4Mb to 512Mb. On
this motherboard, DRAM speed can be set independent from the CPU
front side bus speed. Appropriate memory modules must be used.
Supports DDR frequency 100/133 MHz.
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Memory Configuration Table
Number of Memory
Modules
RAM Type
Memory Module Size
DIMM 1DIMM 2DIMM 3
DDR SDRAM
4/16/32/64/128/256/512 Mbit
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SDRAM
SDRAM
39
39
40-pin
80-Conductor
Primary
IDE
IDE
Pin-1
2-3.3 Motherboard Connector
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®
IDE 2
Secondary
2-3.3.1 IDE Device Installation (HDD, CD-ROM)
This Motherboard offers two primary and secondary IDE device
connectors (IDE1, IDE2). It can support up to four high-speed Ultra DMA
33/66/100HDD or CD-ROM.
IDE 1
Connect one side of the ATA33/66/100 flat cable to the IDE device (HDD
or CD-ROM) and plug the other end to the primary (IDE1) or secondary
(IDE2) directionally keyed IDE connector on the Motherboard. The
ATA33/66/100 cable is backward compatible with ATA33 HDDs.
This Motherboard can support up to four HDDs.
ATA 66/100
Flat Cable
1
1
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SDRAM
SDRAM
33
33
Pin -1
Floppy Drive
Connector
2-3.3.2 Floppy Drive Installation
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FDC
The system supports 5 possible floppy drive types: 720 KB, 1.2 MB,
1.44 MB, 2.88 MB, and LS-120.
Connect one side of the 34-pin flat cable to the floppy drive and plug the
other end to the floppy drive connector on the Motherboard.
This Motherboard can support up to 2 floppy drives.
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