915PM/915GM/915GVM/910GLM MS-7033 (v1.
Manual Rev: 1.0 Release Date: June 2004 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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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CONTENTS FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........................................................ ii Copyright Notice ........................................................................................................... iii Revision History ............................................................................................................ iii Technical Support ........................................................................................................
CD-In Connector: JCD1 ............................................................................ 2-18 Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ..................................................... 2-18 Serial Port Connector: JCOM2 ................................................................. 2-19 Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 ................................................ 2-19 SPDIF Connector: JSPD1 ..........................................................................
View Serial Number of Hard Drive .......................................................... 4-10 Duplicate Critical RAID 1 Array ................................................................ 4-11 Rebuild Broken RAID 0/0+1 Array ........................................................... 4-12 Installing Software ........................................................................................... 4-14 Install Driver in Windows XP/2000 ..........................................................
Getting Started Chapter 1. Getting Started Getting Started Thank you for choosing the 915PM/915GM/915GVM/ 910GLM (MS-7033) v1.X M-ATX mainboard. The 915PM/915GM/ 915GVM/910GLM mainboard is based on Intel® 915P/G/GV/GL and Intel® ICH6 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ® Pentium 4 Prescott (LGA775)processor, the 915PM/915GM/915GVM/910GLM mainboard delivers a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Mainboard Specifications CPU h Supports Intel® Pentium 4 Prescott (LGA775) processors in LGA775 package h Supports 533MHz, 800MHz FSB h Supports 2004 Performance FMB CPU VR Design h Supports 3 or 4 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/program/ products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.
Getting Started h Support 2 Serial ATA ports On-Board Peripherals h On-Board Peripherals include: - 1 floppy port supports 1 FDD with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Mainboard Layout Top : mouse Bottom: keyboard Winbond W83627THF JCOM2 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 ATX1 BIOS Top : Parall el Port Bottom: COM port VGA port (optional) JPW1 IDE1 FDD1 Intel 915P/915G/ 915GV/910GL T: LAN jack (optional) B: USB ports T:Line-In M:Line-Out B: Mic DIMM 2 DIMM 1 SYS_F1 T:IEEE 1394 (optional) B:USB port RTL8100C/ 8100S/8100SB - (optional) T:Surround M:Center/Subwoofer B:Surround Back PCI-Ex16 IDE 2 JSPD1 PCI -Ex1 BATT + (optional) VIA VT6307 (opt
Getting Started Packing Contents MSI motherboard MSI Driver/Utility CD Back IO Shield User’s Guide 1-5
Hardware Setup Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Hardware Setup This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jumpers on the mainboard. Also, it provides the instructions on connecting the peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Quick Components Guide JPW1, p.2-9 CPU, p.2-3 CPUF_FAN1 CPUF_FAN2, p.2-14 Back Panel I/O, p.2-10 DDR DIMMs, p.2-7 JCOM2, p.2-19 ATX1, p.2-9 SYSFAN1, p.2-14 FDD1, p.2-14 IDE1, p.2-15 PCI Express x16, p.2-22 PCI Express x1, p.2-22 IDE2, p.2-15 (optional) PCI Slots 2/3, p.2-22 JSPD1, p.2-20 JAUD1, p.2-18 JCD1, p.2-18 JFW1, p.2-20 (Optional) 2-2 JUSB1 JUSB2, p.2-19 SATA1 SATA2, p.2-16 JBAT1, p.2-21 JFP1, p.2-17 JFP2, p.
Hardware Setup Central Processing Unit: CPU The mainboard supports Intel® Pentium 4 / Celeron DTM (LGA775) processor. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called LGA775. When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the heat sink/cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU, 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/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard CPU, Heatsink & Fan Installation When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heat sink/ cooler fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not have the heat sink/cooler fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some silicon heat transfer compound on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heatsinking.
Hardware Setup 5. Lift the load lever up and open the load plate. 6. After confirming the CPU direction for correction mating, put down the CPU in the socket housing frame. Be sure to grape on the edge of the substrate. Note that the alignment keys are matched. alignment key 7. Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with purely vertical motion and reload it again. 8. Rotate the load plate onto the package.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard 9. Engage the load while pressing down lightly onto the load plate, and then secure the lever with the hook under retention tab. 10. Align the holes on the mainboard with the heatsink first. Pull down the fan/heatsink until its four clips get wedged in the holes of the mainboard. 11. Press the four hooks down to fasten the fan. Then rotate the locking switch (refer to the correct direction marked on it) to lock the hooks again. 12.
Hardware Setup Memory The mainboard provides 2 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM (Double In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory size up to 2GB. You can install DDR266/ 333/400 modules on the DDR DIMM slots (DDR 1~2). For the updated supporting memory modules, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/ program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard DIMM Module Combination Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either single- or doublesided modules in any order to meet your own needs. Memory modules can be installed in any combination as follows: Slot DDR 1 (Bank 0 & 1) DDR 2 (Bank 2 & 3) Memory Module Total Memory S/D 64MB~1GB S/D 64MB~1GB Maximum System Memory Supported S: Single Side 64MB~2GB D: Double Side Installing DDR Modules 1. 2. 3.
Hardware Setup Power Supply The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all components are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: ATX1 This connector allows you to connect an SSI power supply. To connect the SSI power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is pin 13 inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Back Panel The back panel provides the following connectors: LAN IEEE1394 (Optional) (Optional) Parallel Mouse L-In Surround Center/ Subwoofer Keyboard COM port VGA port (Optional) USB Ports L-Out Surround Back Mic Mouse/Keyboard Connector The mainboard provides a standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard mini DIN connector for attaching a PS/2® mouse/keyboard. You can plug a PS/2® mouse/keyboard directly into this connector.
Hardware Setup Serial Port Connector The mainboard offers one 9-pin male DIN connector as the serial port. 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 the connector.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard LAN (RJ-45) Jack (optional) The mainboard provides 1 standard RJ-45 jack for connection to single Local Area Network (LAN). This Giga-bit LAN enables data to be transferred at 1000, 100 or 10Mbps. You can connect a network cable to it.
Hardware Setup Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT. A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Connectors The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, LAN, USB Ports, IR module and CPU/System FAN. Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types. FDD1 Fan Power Connectors: CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2/SYS_FAN1 The CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 (processor fan) and SYS_FAN1 (system fan1) support system cooling fan with +12V.
Hardware Setup Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 (optional) The mainboard has 2 IDE ports and support the following function in the list. IDE1/2 Definition IDE VDMA Controller RAID ATAPI 1 2 66/100 66/100/133 Intel ICH6 VIA VT6410 N/A 0/1 Yes Yes IDE2 IDE1 (optional) IDE1 (Primary IDE Connector) The first hard drive should always be connected to IDE1. IDE1 can connect a Master and a Slave drive. You must configure second hard drive to Slave mode by setting the jumper accordingly.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Serial ATA HDD Connectors: SATA1 & SATA2 The mainboard provides dual high-speed Serial ATA interface ports. The ports support 1 st generation Serial ATA data rates of 150MB/s and are fully compliant with Serial ATA 1.0 specifications. Each Serial ATA connector can connect to 1 hard disk drive.
Hardware Setup Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 The mainboard provides two front panel connectors for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard CD-In Connector: JCD1 The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector. GND L R JCD1 Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 The JAUD1 front panel audio connector allows you to connect to the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
Hardware Setup Serial Port Connector: JCOM2 The mainboard offers one serial port JCOM2. It is 16550A high speed communication ports that senda/receivea/ 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial device directly to it.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard SPDIF Connector: JSPD1 The connector is used to connect SPDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission. JSPD1 Pin Definition 3 PIN SIGNAL 1 2 3 VCCS SPDIF0 GND JSPD1 1 Connected to JSPD1 The JSPD1 supports SPDIF output only and can be connected to an external SPDIF Bracket for digital audio transmission.
Hardware Setup Jumpers The motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set the computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through the use of jumpers. Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM on board that has a power supply from external battery to keep the system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Slots The mainboard provides one PCI Express x16 slot, one PCI Express x1 slot, and two 32-bit PCI bus slots. PCI Express Slots The PCI Express slots, as a high-bandwidth, low pin count, serial, interconnect technology, support Intel highest performance desktop platforms utilizing the Intel Pentium 4 processor with HT Technology with these platform benefits. You can insert the expansion cards to meet your needs.
Hardware Setup PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots The PCI slots allow you to insert the expansion cards to meet your needs. When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to make any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.
BIOS Setup Chapter 3. BIOS Setup 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: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. MSI Reminds You... 1.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard 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 key to enter Setup. Press DEL 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 , , and keys.
BIOS Setup 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 control keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard The Main Menu Once you enter Award® BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (figure below) will appear on the screen. The Main Menu allows you to select from twelve setup functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept or enter the sub-menu. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to setup the items of Award® special enhanced features.
BIOS Setup Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS values for the best system performance, but the system stability may be affected. Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load factory default settings into the BIOS for stable system performance operations. Set Supervisor Password Use this menu to set Supervisor Password. Set User Password Use this menu to set User Password. Save & Exit Setup Save changes to CMOS and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes and exit setup.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Standard CMOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu are divided into 11 categories. Each category includes no, one or more than one setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the or keys to select the value you want in each item. Third Third Fourth Fourth Date The date format is . day month date year Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. The month from Jan. through Dec.
BIOS Setup If you select [Manual], related information is asked to be entered to the following items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This information should be provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system manufacturer. Access Mode The settings are CHS, LBA, Large, Auto. Capacity The formatted size of the storage device. Cylinder Number of cylinders. Head Number of heads. Precomp Write precompensation. Landing Zone Cylinder location of the landing zone.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Advanced BIOS Features BIOS Sector Protection This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized users or computer viruses. When enabled, the BIOS’ data cannot be changed when attempting to update the BIOS with a Flash utility. To successfully update the BIOS, you’ll need to disable this Boot Sector Protection function. You should enable this function at all times. The only time when you need to disable it is when you want to update the BIOS.
BIOS Setup MPS Table Version This field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification) version to be used for the operating system. You need to select the MPS version supported by your operating system. To find out which version to use, consult the vendor of your operating system. Setting options: [1.4], [1.1]. Boot to OS/2 This allows you to run the OS/2® operating system with DRAM larger than 64MB. When you choose [No], you cannot run the OS/2® operating system with DRAM larger than 64MB.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard 1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device These items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where AMIBIOS attempts to load the operating system. MSI Reminds You... Available settings for “1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device” vary depending on the bootable devices you have installed. For example, if you did not install a floppy drive, the setting “Floppy” will not show up.
BIOS Setup Advanced Chipset Features MSI Reminds You... Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. DRAM Timing Selectable Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) EEPROM on the DRAM module. Setting to [Auto By SPD] enables DRAM timings and the following related items to be determined by BIOS based on the configurations on the SPD. Selecting [Manual] lets users configure the DRAM timings and the following related items manually.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard DRAM RAS# Precharge (tRP) When the DRAM Timing Control is set to [Manual], this field is adjustable. This setting controls the number of cycles for Row Address Strobe (RAS) to be allowed to precharge. If insufficient time is allowed for the RAS to accumulate its charge before DRAM refresh, refreshing may be incomplete and DRAM may fail to retain data. This item applies only when synchronous DRAM is installed in the system. Setting options: [2T] to [5T].
BIOS Setup PCI Express Port You can set PCI Express port. Setting options: [Disabled], [Enabled], [Auto]. PCI-E Compliancy Mode It allows you select the PCI-E compliant mode. Setting options: [v1.0], [v1.0a]. ** VGA Setting ** (Not for 915P) Init Display First This item specifies which VGA card is your primary graphics adapter. Setting options: [IGD], [PEG]. PEG Force X1 This item enables or disables the PEG (PCI Express Graphic) port function. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Integrated Peripherals RAID USB Controller Select [Enabled] if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller and you have USB peripherals. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. USB 2.0 Controller This item is used to [Enabled] / [Disabled] the USB 2.0 Support. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
BIOS Setup Onboard LAN The item enables or disables the onboard LAN controller. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. OnBoard 1394 (optional) This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard IEEE 1394 controller. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. IO Devices Configuration Press and the following sub-menu appears: POWER ON Function This controls how the PS/2 mouse or keyboard can power on the system.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Onboard COM Port 1/COM Port 2 This item specifies the base I/O port address and IRQ for the onboard Serial Port 1 (LPT1B)/Serial Port 2 (JCOM1). Selecting [Auto] allows BIOS to automatically determine the correct base I/O port address. Setting options: [Disabled], [3F8/ IRQ4], [2F8/IRQ3], [3E8/IRQ4], [2E8/IRQ3], [Auto]. UART Mode Select This setting allows you to specify the operation mode for serial port 2. Setting options: IrDA, ASKIR, Normal.
BIOS Setup ECP Mode Use DMA The ECP mode has to use the DMA channel, so choose the onboard parallel port with the ECP feature. After selecting it, the following message will appear: “ECP Mode Use DMA.” At this time, the user can choose between DMA channel [3] or [1]. PWRON After PWR-fail This item specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Available settings are: [Off] Leaves the computer in the power off state. [On] Leaves the computer in the power on state.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard IDE Primary Master/Slave Ultra DMA Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 implementation is possible only if your IDE hard drive supports it and the operating environment includes a DMA driver (Windows ME, XP or a third-party IDE bus master driver). If your hard drive and your system software both support Ultra DMA/33, Ultra DMA/66, Ultra DMA/100 and Ultra DMA/133, select [Auto] to enable BIOS support. Setting options: [Auto], [Disabled].
BIOS Setup Power Management Setup ACPI Standby State This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. Options are: [S1/POS] The S1 sleep mode is a low power state. In this state, no system context is lost (CPU or chipset) and hardware maintains all system context. [S3/STR] The S3 sleep mode is a lower power state where the information of system configuration and open applications/files is saved to main memory that remains powered while most other hardware components turn off to save energy.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Wake Up Event Setup Press and the following sub-menu appears: PCI Express PME You can enable/disable PCI Express PME function. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Resume by PCI Device (PME#) This controls how and whether the system can be powered on by the devices installed on PCI slots. Setting options: [Disabled], [Enabled].
BIOS Setup PNP/PCI Configurations This section describes configuring the PCI bus system and PnP (Plug & Play) feature. PCI, or Peripheral Component Interconnect, is a system which allows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses when communicating with its special components. This section covers some very technical items and it is strongly recommended that only experienced users should make any changes to the default settings.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard H/W Monitor This section shows the status of your CPU, fan, overall system status, etc. Monitor function is available only if there is hardware monitoring mechanism onboard. CPU Warning Temperature This item is used to specify a thermal limit for CPU. If CPU temperature reaches the specified limit, the system will issue a warning and allows you to prevent the CPU overheating problem.
BIOS Setup PC Health Status Press and the following sub-menu appears. CPU/System Temperature, CPU/System/Power FAN Speed, Vcore, +5.0V, +12. 0V, VBAT (V), +5VSB These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/ components such as CPU voltages, temperatures and all fans’ speeds.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control. Current CPU Clock It shows the current clock frequency of CPU. (Read-only) Adjust CPU Ratio End users can overclock the processor (only if the processor supports so) by specifying the CPU ratio (clock multiplier) in this field. Setting options: Min: [8], Max: [50]. Auto Detect PCI Clk This item is used to auto detect the PCI slots.
BIOS Setup Memory Voltage Adjusting the DDR voltage can increase the DDR speed. Any changes made to this setting may cause a stability issue, so changing the DDR voltage for long-term purpose is NOT recommended. PCI Express Voltage PCI Express voltages are adjustable in the field, allowing you to increase the performance of your AGP/PCI Express display card when overclocking, but the stability may be affected.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to the default Fail-Safe or Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. The Fail-Safe Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance.
BIOS Setup Set Supervisor/User Password When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: Type the password, up to eight characters in length, and press . The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password. Retype the password and press . You may also press to abort the selection and not enter a password.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID Chapter 5. Intel ICH6R RAID Introduction Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID The VIA IDE RAID solution uses the VT6410 chip (a one-channel ATA 133 solution) as a RAID controller. The RAID software is a Windows-based software utility. Its graphical user interface provides an easy way to configure and manage disk drives or disk arrays connected to the VT6410 controller. Listed below are the main features and benefits of VIA IDE RAID: 1.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Introduction This section gives a brief introduction on the RAID-related background knowledge and a brief introduction on VIA IDE RAID Host Controller. For users wishing to install their VIA IDE RAID driver and RAID software, proceed to Installing Software section. Note: RAID option supports only one IDE channel with RAID 0/1 configuration. RAID Basics RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) is a method of combining two or more hard disk drives into one logical unit.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID RAID 1 (Mirroring) RAID 1 writes duplicate data onto a pair of drives and reads both sets of data in parallel. If one of the mirrored drives suffers a mechanical failure or does not respond, the remaining drive will continue to function. Due to redundancy, the drive capacity of the array is the capacity of the smallest drive. Under a RAID 1 setup, an extra drive called the “spare drive”. can be attached.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard BIOS Configuration When the system powers on during the POST (Power-On Self Test) process, press key to enter the BIOS configuration. The VIA IDE RAID volume may be configured using the VIA Tech. RAID BIOS. Always use the arrow keys to navigate the main menu, use up and down arrow key to select the each item and press to call out the list of creation steps. The main interface of BIOS configuration utility is as below: MSI Reminds You... 1.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID Create Disk Array Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Create Array command and press . 0 MSI Reminds You... The “Channel”, “Drive Name”, “Mode” and “Size (GB)” in the following example might be different from your system. Select Array Mode and press , a list of array modes will appear. Highlight the target array mode that you want to create, and press to confirm the selection.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard After array mode is selected, there are two methods to create a disk array. One method is “Auto Setup” and the other one is “Select Disk Drives”. Auto Setup allows BIOS to select the disk drives and create arrays automatically, but it does not duplicate the mirroring drives even if the user selected Create and duplicate for RAID 1. It is recommended all disk drives are new ones when wanting to create an array.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID MSI Reminds You... Even though 64KB is the recommended setting for most users, you should choose the block size value which is best suited to your specific RAID usage model. 4KB: For specialized usage models requiring 4KB blocks 8KB: For specialized usage models requiring 8KB blocks 16KB: Best for sequential transfers 32KB: Good for sequential transfers 64KB: Optimal setting Use the arrow key to highlight Start Create Process and press .
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Delete Disk Array A RAID can be deleted after it has been created. To delete a RAID, use the following steps: 1. Select Delete Array in the main menu and press . The channel column will be activated. 2. Select the member of an array that is to be deleted and press . A warning message will show up, press Y to delete or press N to cancel. 0 Deleting a disk array will destroy all the data on the disk array except RAID 1 arrays.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID Create and Delete Spare Hard Drive If a RAID 1 array is created and there are drives that do not belong to other arrays, the one that has a capacity which is equal to or greater than the array capacity can be selected as a spare drive for the RAID 1 array. Select Create/ Delete Spare and press , the channel column will then be activated. Select the drive that you want to use as a spare drive and press , the selected drive will be marked as Spare.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Select Boot Array User can select a disk array as boot device if user wants to boot operating system from an array. Boot disk array cannot be selected if the operating system does not boot from the disk array. Highlight the Select Boot Array item; press and the channel column will be activated. Then highlight the target disk array and press . If user selects a disk array that has a boot mark and press , its boot setting will be canceled.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID Duplicate Critical RAID 1 Array When booting up the system, BIOS will detect if the RAID 1 array has any inconsistencies between user data and backup data. If BIOS detects any inconsistencies, the status of the disk array will be marked as critical, and BIOS will prompt the user to duplicate the RAID 1 in order to ensure the backup data consistency with the user data. 0 If user selects Continue to boot, it will enable duplicating the array after booting into OS.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Rebuild Broken RAID 0 Array When booting up the system, BIOS will detect if any member disk drives of RAID has failed or is absent. If BIOS detects any disk drive failures or missing disk drives, the status of the array will be marked as broken. If BIOS detects a broken RAID 1 array but there is a spare hard drive available for rebuilding the broken array, the spare hard drive will automatically become the mirroring drive.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID 3. Choose Replacement Drive and Rebuild: This item enables users to select an already-connected hard drive to rebuild the broken array. After choosing a hard drive, the channel column will be activated. 0 Highlight the target hard drive and press , a warning message will appear. Press Y to use that hard drive to rebuild, or press N to cancel. Please note selecting option Y will destroy all the data on the selected hard drive. 4.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Installing Software Install Driver in Windows XP/2000 Before installing the OS, please copy MS-7033 VT6410 floppy driver path (in your MSI Driver/Utility CD of the package) \IDE\VIA\Floppy\driver to your floppy. Then your floppy will include \PIDE\ and \RAID\ folders and TXTSETUP. OEM files. New Windows XP/2000 Installation The following details the installation of the drivers while installing Windows XP. 1. Start the installation: Boot from the CD-ROM.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID Installation of VIA IDE RAID Utility The VIA IDE RAID Utility is the software package that enables high-performance in the Windows XP/2000 operating system. This version of VIA IDE RAID Utility contains the following key features: IDE RAID driver VIA IDE RAID utility RAID0, RAID1 & functions Insert the MSI CD and click on the VIA IDE RAID Utility to install the software.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard The InstallShield Wizard will begin automatically for installation. Click on the Next button to proceed the installation in the welcoming window. Select I Agree to accept the VIA Software License Agreement, and click on the Next button to continue.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID Put a check mark in the check box to install the feature you want. Then click Next button to proceed the installation. Remember to restart your computer before using this newly installed program.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Using VIA RAID Tool Once the installation is complete, go to Start ---> Programs --->VIA ---> RAID to enable VIA RAID TOOL. After the software has finished installation, it will automatically start every time Windows is initiated. You may double-click on the icon shown in the system tray of the tool bar to launch the VIA RAID Tool utility. The main interface is divided into two windows and the toolbar above contain the main functions.
Introduction to VIA VT6410 IDE RAID Click on or button to determine the viewing type of left window pane. There are two viewing types: By controllers and by device. Click on the object in the left window pane to display the status of the object in the right window pane. The following screen shows the status of Array 0---RAID 0. Click on the plus (+) symbol next to Array 0---RAID 0 to see the details of each disk.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard You may also use the same 0---RAID 1. or button to view the statuses of Array Click on the plus (+) symbol next to Array 0---RAID 1 to see the details of each disk.
Introduction to CMI9880L Audio Codec Chapter 7. Introduction to CMI 9880L Audio Codec Introduction to CMI 9880L Audio Codec The motherboard comes with CMI9880L audio chip, which supports the brand new Azalia specification. In addition, C-Media designs a multi-stream function which allows the rear audio & front panel to play different audio sources simultaneously. CMI 9880L also allows the board to attach 4, 6, and 8 speakers for better surround sound effect.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Installing the Audio Codec Driver To install C-Media drivers: 1. Insert the MSI CD into the CD-ROM drive. The setup screen will automatically appear. 2. Click on C-Media Azalia Audio Driver. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation. 4. Restart the system.
Introduction to CMI9880L Audio Codec Software Configuration To have your 4-/6-/8-channel audio work, you must set appropriate configuration in the C-Media software application. Click the C-Media Mixer icon from the window tray on the bottom, and choose Open. Then the C-Media 3D Audio Configuration dialogue will appear. Click on the Main Setting tab to start the configuration of the audio. Main Setting 1. Audio System Status This menu shows you the current audio system status of channel (for example: 7.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard 2. Audio Jack This part shows the audio jack on your mainboard and indicates each function. (1) Rear Panel The audio configuration shown here should be identical to the audio jacks on your mainboard. Follow the indication on it to connect the audio output devices correctly. A---- ----D B---- ----E C---- ----F A. Blue connector. Click the icon in the left side and you can bring up two options to choose: “Line Input Audio Device” and “Unused/Undefined”.
Introduction to CMI9880L Audio Codec C. Pink connector. Click the icon in the left side and you can bring up two options to choose: “Microphone” and “Unused/Undefined”. The connector’s function depends on your selection. D. Black connector. Click the icon in the right side and you can bring up two options to choose: “Surround Speaker (Ls/Rs)” and “Unused/Undefined”. The connector’s function depends on your selection. E. Orange connector.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard 3. DSP Mode: Disabled This part provides an advanced, amazing and considerate feature-dynamically adjustable multi-channel sound system no matter what listening appliance you are using and what application you are running. The default setting for DSP Mode is off, in which the speaker icon next to the DSP Mode and the 7.1 Virtual SPEAKER SHIFTER button remains gray. Here you can test each connected speaker by clicking button to ensure if each channel audio operation works properly.
Introduction to CMI9880L Audio Codec 4. DSP Mode: Enabled This part provides an advanced, amazing and considerate feature-dynamically adjustable multi-channel sound system no matter what listening appliance you are using and what application you are running. Click the speaker icon next to the DSP Mode and click the 7.1 Virtual SPEAKER SHIFTER button, or click the 7.1 Virtual SPEAKER SHIFTER button directly to enable this function, then all the speakers are available to adjust.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Mixer 1. Multi-Stream Function CMI9880L supports an outstanding feature called Multi-Stream, which means you may play different audio sources simultaneously and let them output respectively from the indicated real panel or front panel. This feature is very helpful when 2 people are using the same computer together for different purposes.
Introduction to CMI9880L Audio Codec In the Mixer part, you may adjust the volumes of the rear and front panels individually.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard 2. Recording If you want to use microphone to record, usually the microphone is connected to the MIC jack (the pink one) in the rear audio panel. You can start recording in this case. ----A ----B A. Adjust the volume control: Click the grey icon , and its color will become blue , now you can start to adjust the function as the button becomes blue (means enabled). Meanwhile, you can move the slider bar to adjust the value. B.
Introduction to CMI9880L Audio Codec If you’d like to connect your microphone to the front audio panel, please go to the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialogue (path: Go to Control Panel --> Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices --> Sounds and Audio Devices --> Sounds and Audio Devices Properties, and choose Audio tab) and go to the Sound recording part. The default setting of this item is C-Media Azalia Rear Panel and you have to switch it to the C-Media Azalia Front Panel.
MS-7033 M-ATX Mainboard Effect From this part, you may choose the sound effect you like, such as environment effects, environment sizes and equalizers. You may also define your own equalizers and save them for the future usage. Information In this tab it provides some information about the Azalia Audio Configuration utility, including 3D Audio Engine, Audio Codec, Audio Driver Version, Audio Controller & DirectX Version. You may also select the language of this utility by choosing from the Language list.
