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Mainboard User’s Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction .............................................................. 1 Key Features...................................................................... 2 Package Contents ...............................................................6 Static Electricity Precautions ...............................................7 Pre-Installation Inspection...................................................7 Chapter 2: Mainboard Installation ...................
1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction This mainboard has a Socket-478 processor socket for Intel Pentium 4 type of processors supporting front side bus (FSB) speeds up to 533 MHz. This mainboard has the VIA P4X333 Northbridge and VT8235/8233ACE Southbridge chipsets that support AC 97 audio codec, and provide Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 function. If the VT8235 SB is installed, the mainboard supports built -in USB 2.0 providing higher bandwidth, implements Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.
Mainboard User’s Manual Key Features This mainboard has these key features: Socket-478 Processor ♦ The PGA Socket 478 ♦ Supports Intel Pentium 4 series CPUs ♦ Supports up to 533 MHz Front-Side Bus Chipset There are P4X333 Northbridge and VT8235 / 8233ACE Southbridge in this chipset in accordance with an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.
1: Introduction Memory Support ♦ The mainboard accommodates 2 DDR + 2 SDR 168 pin, 3.3V DIMM sockets with a total capacity of 1 GB system memory. ♦ Supports DDR up to 333MHz memory bus VGA ♦ This mainboard includes a 4xAGP slot that provides four times the bandwidth of the original AGP specification. AGP technology provides a direct connection between the graphics sub-system and memory so that the graphics do not have to compete for processor time with other devices on the PCI bus.
Mainboard User’s Manual Onboard I/O Ports The mainboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors: ♦ Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard ♦ Two serial ports ♦ One parallel port ♦ One MIDI/game port ♦ Six USB ports (two back-panel ports, onboard USB headers providing maximum four extra ports: headers USB1 & USB2) ♦ Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out Fast Ethernet LAN (for VT8235 SB only) ♦ Built-in 10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet LAN ♦ VT8235 integrates Fast Ethernet MAC and VT6103 LAN PHY in com
1: Introduction BIOS Firmware This mainboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system features including the following: ♦ Power management ♦ Wake-up alarms ♦ CPU parameters and memory timing ♦ CPU and memory timing The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds.
Mainboard User’s Manual Package Contents Your mainboard package contains the following items: q The mainboard q The User’s Manual q One diskette drive ribbon cable q One IDE drive ribbon cable q Software support CD Optional Accessories You can purchase the following optional accessories for this mainboard. q Extended USB module q CNR v.
1: Introduction Static Electricity Precautions Static electricity could damage components on this mainboard. Take the following precautions while unpacking this mainboard and installing it in a system. 1. Don’t take this mainboard and components out of their original static-proof package until you are ready to install them. 2. While installing, please wear a grounded wrist strap if possible. If you don’t have a wrist strap, discharge static electricity by touching the bare metal of the system chassis. 3.
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2: Mainboard Installation Chapter 2 Mainboard Installation To install this mainboard in a system, please follow these instructions in this chapter: q q q q q q q Identify the mainboard components Install a CPU Install one or more system memory modules Make sure all jumpers and switches are set correctly Install this mainboard in a system chassis (case) Connect any extension brackets or cables to connecting headers on the mainboard Install other devices and make the appropriate connections to the mainboard
Mainboard User’s Manual Mainboard Components Identify major components on the mainboard via this diagram underneath. Note: Any jumpers on your mainboard that do not appear in this illustration are for testing only.
2: Mainboard Installation I/O Ports The illustration below shows a side view of the built-in I/O ports on the mainboard. PS/2 mouse PS/2 keyboard LAN port USB ports Parallel port (LPT1) Serial port Serial port COM 1 COM 2 Game port Microphone Line-in Line-out 1. The upper PS/2 port connects a PS/2 pointing device. 2. The lower PS/2 port connects a PS/2 keyboard. 3. The USB ports connect USB devices. 4. LPT1 connects printers or other parallel communications devices. 5.
Mainboard User’s Manual Installing the Processor This mainboard has a Socket 478 processor socket. When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache me mory. CPU Installation Procedure Follow these instructions to install the CPU: 1.
2: Mainboard Installation Installing Memory Modules This mainboard accommodates 168-pin 3.3V/184-pin 2.5V unbuffered SDRAM memory modules. The memory chips must be standard or registered SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory). The CPU supports 100/133MHz system bus. The SDRAM DIMMs and DDRs can synchronously work with 100 MHz or operates over a 133 MHz system bus.
Mainboard User’s Manual Installation Procedure The mainboard accommodates two memory modules. You must install at least one module in any of these sockets. Each module can be installed with up to 1GB system memory. Refer to the following to install the memory modules. 1. Push the latches on each side of the DIMM socket down. 2. Align the memory module with the socket. The DIMM sockets are keyed with notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be installed correctly. 3.
2: Mainboard Installation Jumper Settings JP4 J12 JP2 J12 1 J13 J12 J16 J12 JP1A1 JP1B1 JBAT1 1 J2A/B/C/D J3A/B/C/D JP1 J12 JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper Use this jumper to clear the contents of the CMOS memory. You may need to clear the CMOS memory if the settings in the Setup Utility are incorrect and prevent your mainboard from operating. To clear the CMOS memory, disconnect all the power cables from the mainboard and then move the jumper cap into the CLEAR setting for a few seconds.
Mainboard User’s Manual JP1: DRAM Voltage (VCC) This jumper enables to select voltage of DRAM. Function 2.5V (DDR) 3V (SDR) Jumper Setting Open Pins 1-2 Short Pins 1-2 J2A/B/C/D, J3A/B/C/D: DDR/SDR DRAM Type Selector This jumper enables to select the type of DDR or SDR DRAM.
2: Mainboard Installation The Panel Connector PANEL1 If there are a headphone jack or/and a microphone jack on the front panel, connect the cables to the PANEL1 on the mainboard.
Mainboard User’s Manual J16: LAN LED Indicator This connector is attached to LAN device that needs a LED indicator. Device Pins Link LED 1 1, +2 ACT LED + +3, 4 LINK LED + ACT LED 4 Note: The plus sign (+) indicates a pin which must be connected to a positive voltage.
2: Mainboard Installation Other Devices Installation Floppy Diskette Drive Installation The mainboard has a floppy diskette drive (FDC) interface and ships with a diskette drive ribbon cable that supports one or two floppy diskette drives. You can install a 5.25-inch drive and a 3.5inch drive with various capacities. The floppy diskette drive cable has one type of connector for a 5.25-inch drive and another type of connector for a 3.5-inch drive.
Mainboard User’s Manual Expansion Slots Installation This mainboard has four 32-bit PCI (Peripheral Components Interconnect) expansion slots, one 4xAGP slot, and one CNR slot. PCI Slots PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI interface. 4x AGP Slot The 4xAGP slot is used to install a graphics adapter that supports the 4xAGP specification and has a 4xAGP edge connector. CNR Slot The Communications Networking Riser (CNR) slot can be used to insert a CNR card.
2: Mainboard Installation Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the mainboard’s optional devices: 1 USB1 SIR1 CD2 1 1 CD1 USB2 1 J12 SPK1 1 Note: If the VT8233ACE Southbridge is installed, the mainboard doesn’t support the header USB2.
Mainboard User’s Manual J12: Sleep Switch This header is connected to the sleep button for suspending the computer’s activity if pushing the button. Or, the computer is automatically suspended after passing a period of time. Pin 1 2 Signal -EXTSMI GND SPK1: Speaker Connector Connect the cable from the PC speaker to the SPK1 header on the mainboard. Pin 1 3 Signal SPKR GND Pin 2 4 Signal NC +5V USB1/USB2: Front panel USB headers The mainboard has USB ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array.
2: Mainboard Installation If you have installed a modem, use the cable provided with the modem to plug into the mainboard WOM1 connector. This enables the Wake On Modem (WOM1) feature. When your system is in a power-saving mode, any modem signal automatically resumes the system. You must enable this item using the Power Management page of the Setup Utility. See Chapter 3 for more information.
Mainboard User’s Manual SIR1: Serial infrared port The mainboard supports a Serial Infrared (SIR1) data port. Infrared ports allow the wireless exchange of information between your computer and similarly equipped devices such as printers, laptops, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), and other computers.
3: BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Utility Introduction The BIOS Setup Utility records settings and information of your computer, such as date and time, the type of hardware installed, and various configuration settings. Your computer applies those information to initialize all the components when booting up and basic functions of coordination between system components. If the Setup Utility configuration is incorrect, it may cause the system to malfunction.
Mainboard User’s Manual Running the Setup Utility Every time you start your computer, a message appears on the screen before the operating system loading that prompts you to “Hit if you want to run SETUP”. Whenever you see this message, press the Delete key, and the Main menu page of the Setup Utility appears on your monitor. AMIBIOS SIMPLE SETUP UTILITY – VERSION 1.21.12 (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
3: BIOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Setup Page This page displays a table of items defining basic information about your system. AMIBIOS SETUP – STANDARD CMOS SETUP (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc. All Rights Reserved Date (mm/dd/yy) : Fri Nov 01, 2002 Time (hh/mm/ss) : 14:24:37 Type Pri Master : Auto Pri Slave : Auto Sec Master : Auto Sec Slave : Auto LBA Blk PIO 32Bit Size Cyln Head WPcom Sec Mode Mode Mode Mode On On On On Floppy Drive A : 1.
Mainboard User’s Manual Advanced Setup Page This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer. AMIBIOS SETUP – ADVANCED SETUP (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc. All Rights Reserved Quick Boot 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device Try Other Boot Devices S.M.A.R.T.
3: BIOS Setup Utility S.M.A.R.T. for Hard Disks BootUp NumLock Floppy Drive Swap Floppy Drive Seek PS/2 Mouse Support Password Check Boot to OS/2 L2 Cache System BIOS Cacheable SDRAM Timing By SPD SDRAM Frequency Enable this item if any IDE hard disks support the S.M.A.R.T.(Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) feature. This item determines if the Num Lock key is active or inactive at system startup time.
Mainboard User’s Manual This item determines the operation of SDRAM memory CAS (column address strobe). It is recommended that you leave this item at the default value. The 2T setting requires faster memory that specifically supports this mode. Enable this item to increase SDRAM SDRAM Bank memory speed. When enabled, separate Interleave memory banks are set for odd and even addresses and the next byte of memory can be accessed while the current byte is being refreshed.
3: BIOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup Page This page sets some parameters for system power management operation. AMIBIOS SETUP – POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
Mainboard User’s Manual The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system’s RTC (realtime clock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. The system can be turned off with a LAN/Ring software command.
3: BIOS Setup Utility PCI / Plug and Play Setup Page This page sets up some parameters for devices installed on the PCI bus and those utilizing the system plug and play capability. AMIBIOS SETUP – PCI / PLUG AND PLAY SETUP (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
Mainboard User’s Manual Load Optimal Settings If you select this item and press Enter a dialog box appears. If you press Y, and then Enter, the Setup Utility loads a set of fail-safe default values. These default values are not very demanding and they should allow your system to function with most kinds of hardware and memory chips. Note : It is highly recommend that users enter this option to load optimal values for accessing the best performance.
3: BIOS Setup Utility Features Setup Page This page sets up some parameters for peripheral devices connected to the system. AMIBIOS SETUP – FEATURES SETUP (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
Mainboard User’s Manual Use this item to assign a DMA channel to the parallel port. This item enables or disables the I/O address for the game port. Use this item to enable or disable the onboard MIDI port, and to assign a port address. MIDI Port IRQ Use this item to assign IRQ 7 to the parallel port. Use this item to enable or disable the OnBoard IDE onboard IDE channel. This item enables or disables the AC’97 Audio Device audio chip. Modem Device This item enables or disables the MC’97 modem chip.
3: BIOS Setup Utility CPU PnP Setup Page This page helps you manually configure the CPU of this mainboard. The system will automatically detect the type of installed CPU and make the appropriate adjustments to these items on this page. AMIBIOS SETUP– CPU PnP SETUP ©2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
Mainboard User’s Manual Hardware Monitor Page This page sets up some parameters for the hardware monitoring function of this mainboard. AMIBIOS SETUP – HARDWARE MONITOR (C) 2000 American Megatrends, Inc. All Rights Reserved *** System Hardware *** Vcore Vcc 2.5V Vcc 3.3V Vcc 5V +12V -12V SB5V VBAT SYSTEM Fan Speed CPU Fan Speed Power Temperature SYSTEM Temperature CPU Temperature CPU / System Temperature FANs & Voltage Measurements 38 1.632V 2.496V 3.392V 4.945V 11.968V -0.825V 5.026V 3.
3: BIOS Setup Utility Change Password If you highlight this item and press Enter, a dialog box appears that you can enter a Supervisor password. You can enter no more than six letters or numbers. Press Enter after you have typed in the password. There will be the second dialog box asking you to retype the password for confirmation. Press Enter after you have retyped it correctly.
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4: Software & Applications Chapter 4 About the Software CD-ROM The support software CD-ROM tha t is included in the mainboard package contains all the drivers and utility programs needed to properly run the bundled products. Below you can find a brief description of each software program, and the location for your mainboard version. More information on some programs is available in a README file, located in the same directory as the software.
Mainboard User’s Manual Utility Software Reference All the utility software available on the CD-ROM is Windows compliant. It is provided only for the convenience of customers. The following software is furnished under license and may only be used or copied in accordance with the terms of the license. Note: The software in these folders is subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support CD for available software.
4: Software & Applications Super Voice – Fax/Modem Software To install the Super Voice voice, fax, data communication application for use with the built-in fax/modem, run PICSHELL.EXE from the following directory: \UTILITY\SUPER VOICE CD Ghost The CD Ghost software enables you to create a virtual cabinet of CD-ROM drives on your system to help you categorize and organize your CD collection. A user -friendly interface assists you in quickly creating images of both CDs and DVDs onto your system.
