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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.
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement T h is eq uip men t h as been tested and found to c omply 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.
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CONTENTS Copyright Notice....................................................................................................ii Trademarks.............................................................................................................ii Revision History.....................................................................................................ii Technical Support..................................................................................................ii Safety Instructions.....
Getting Started Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the MS-7504 (V1.X) MicroATX mainboard. This mainboard is based on NVIDIA® MCP73PV sigle chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ® CoreTM 2 Quad, Cor e TM 2 D uo, P en ti um ® an d Cel er on ® LG A 77 5 processors, this mainboard deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. 1-1 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
M S-7504 M ainboard Mainboard Specifications Processor Support - Intel ® CoreTM 2 Q uad, CoreTM 2 Duo, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors in the LGA775 package. Supported FSB - 1333 MHz Chipset - NVIDIA® MCP73PV single chipset M emory Support - DDR2 533/ 667/ 800 SDRAM (240pin/ 1.
Getting Started Connectors Back Panel - 1 Coaxial S/PDIF-Out jack - 1 Optical S/PDIF-Out jack - 6 USB 2.0 ports - 1 VGA port - 1 LAN jack - 1 IEEE 1394 port - 6 flexible audio jacks On-Board Pinheaders - 2 USB 2.0 pinheaders - 1 IEEE 1394 pinheader - 1 S/PDIF-Out pinheader - 1 Front Panel Audio pinheader Slots - 1 PCI Express x16 slot - 1 PCI Express x1 slot - 2 PCI slots, support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface Form Factor - Micro-ATX (24.4cm X 24.
M S-7504 M ainboard Mainboard Layout Top : Coaxial S/ PDIF-Out jack Botto m: Opt ical S/ PDIF-Ou t jack CPUFAN Top: USB p orts Bo ttom: VGA p ort PWR1 NVI DIA MCP73PV PCI _E2 VIA VT63 08P PCI 1 SATA1 SATA3 REALTEK AL C888 S DI MM 1 DI MM 2 REALTEK T: Line-I n RTL 8211 BL M: Line-Out B: Mic T: RS-Out M: CS-Out PCI _E1 B: SS-Out SATA2 PW R2 I EEE 1 394 port SATA4 Top: LAN jack Bo ttom: USB po rts FINTEK F 71882F G BATT + JUSB1 JUSB2 JSPD1 SYSFAN PCI 2 JAUD1 JBAT1 J1394_ 1 MS-7504
Chapter 2 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. W hile doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
M S-7504 M ainboard Quick Components Guide PWR1, CPU, p.2-8 p.2-3 CPUFAN, Memory, p.2-11 p.2-7 Back Panel, p.2-9 PWR2, p.2-8 SATA1~4, p.2-11 PCIE Slots, p.2-16 PCI Slots, p.2-16 JAUD1, p.2-13 SYSFAN, p.2-11 JUSB1~2, p.2-14 JSPD1, J1394_1, p.2-12 p.2-14 JBAT1, JFP1, p.2-15 p.2-12 2-2 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
Hardware Setup CPU (Central Processing Unit) This mainboard supports Intel® CoreTM 2 Quad, CoreTM 2 Duo, Pentium® and Celeron® processors in the LGA775 package. W hen you are installing the CPU, make sure to 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.
M S-7504 M ainboard CPU & Cooler Installation W hen 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. W rong installation will cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard. 1. The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it to protec t the contac t from damage.
Hardware Setup 5. Lift the load lever up and open the load plate. 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 7. Visually ins pect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. 8. Cover the load plate onto the package. 2-5 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.
M S-7504 M ainboard 9. Press down the load lever 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. Push down the c ooler u nti l i ts f ou r c lip s g et wedged int o t he holes of t he mainboard. 11. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. T hen rotate the locking switch (refer to the correct direction marked on it) to lock the hooks. 12.
Hardware Setup Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. DDR2 240-pin, 1.8V 64x2=128 pin 56x2=112 pin 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.
M S-7504 M ainboard Power Supply ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: PWR2 pin 13 This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in thae proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector. You may use the 20-pin ATX power supply as you like.
Hardware Setup Back Panel USB ports Coaxial S/PDIF LAN jack -Out jack IEEE 1394 Line-In port RS-Out Line-Out CS-Out Mic Optical S/PDIF-Out jack SS-Out VGA port USB ports Coaxial S/PDIF-Out jack This SPDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for digital audio transmission to external speakers through a coaxial cable.
M S-7504 M ainboard Audio Ports These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects. Line-In (Blue) - Line In is used for external CD player, tapeplayer or other audio devices. Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones. Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones. RS-Out (Black) - Rear-Surround Out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode. CS-Out (Orange) - Center/ Subwoofer Out in 5.1/ 7.
Hardware Setup Connectors Serial ATA Connector: SATA1/ SATA2/ SATA3/ SATA4 This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. SATA4 SATA2 SATA3 SATA1 Important Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission. Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN, SYSFAN The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V.
M S-7504 M ainboard S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSPD1 This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission. VCC GND SPDIF JSPD1 Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 This connector is for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
Hardware Setup Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. 2 1 10 9 JAUD1 Pin Definition PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION 1 2 MIC_L GND Microphone - Left channel Ground 3 4 MIC_R PRESENCE# Microphone - Right channel Active low signal-signals BIOS that a High Definition Audio dongle is connected to the analog header.
M S-7504 M ainboard Front USB Connector: JUSB1, JUSB2 This connector, compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like.
Hardware Setup Jumpers Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of system configuration. W ith the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear data. 1 3 1 3 1 JBAT1 Keep Data Clear Data Important You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. Then return to 1-2 pin position.
M S-7504 M ainboard Slots PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express Slots The PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express interface expansion card. The PCI Express x 16 supports up to 4.0 GB/s transfer rate. The PCI Express x 1 supports up to 250 MB/s transfer rate. PCI Express x16 slot PCI Express x1 slot PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots The PCI slots support LAN cards, SCSI cards, USB cards, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.
BIOS Setup Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. You may need to run the Setup program when: ² An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. ² You want to change the default settings for customized features. 3-1 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
M S-7504 M ainboard Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. W hen 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. Important 1.
BIOS Setup Control Keys < ↑> Move to the previous item < ↓> Move to the next item < ←> Move to the item in the left hand < →> Move to the item in the right hand Select the item Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a submenu <+/PU> Increase the numeric value or make changes <-/PD> Decrease the numeric value or make changes Load Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe Defaults Save all the CMOS changes and exit Getting Help After entering the S
M S-7504 M ainboard The Main Menu Standard CM OS Features Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to setup the items of AMI® special enhanced features. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals. Power M anagement Setup Use this menu to specify your settings for power management. H/W M onitor This entry shows your PC health status.
BIOS Setup Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. Set Supervisor Password Use this menu to set the supervisor password for BIOS. Save & Exit Setup Save changes to CMOS and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes and exit setup. 3-5 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
M S-7504 M ainboard Standard CMOS Features Date (MM:DD:YY) This allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current date). The format is . day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. month The month from Jan. through Dec. date The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. year The year can be adjusted by users. Time (HH:MM :SS) This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current time).
BIOS Setup Device/ Vendor/ Size These will be showing the device information that you connected to the IDE/ SATA connector. Read-only. Important SATA1~4 are appearing when you connect the HD devices to the SATA connector on the mainboard. System Information Press to enter the sub-menu, and the following screen appears. This sub-menu shows the CPU information, BIOS version and memory status of your system. Read-only. 3-7 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
M S-7504 M ainboard Advanced BIOS Features Full Screen Logo Display This item enables you to show the company logo on the bootup screen. Settings are: [Enabled] Shows a still image (logo) on the full screen at boot. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages at boot. Optical Drive AAM Use this field to configure the AAM (Automatic Acoustic Management) mode. CPU Feature Press to enter the sub-menu, and the following screen appears. 3-8 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
BIOS Setup Execute Bit Support Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious "buffer overflow" attacks when combined with a supporting operating system. This functionality allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. W hen a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation.
M S-7504 M ainboard 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd Boot Device The items allow you to set the 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd boot device where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. 3-10 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals LAN Boot This item is used to decide whether to invoke the Boot ROM of the Onboard LAN Chip. HD Audio Controller This setting is used to enable/ disable the onboard audio controller. On-Chip ATA Devices Press to enter the sub-menu, and the following screen appears. On-Chip SATA Controller This item allows you to enable/ disable the SATA controller. 3-11 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
M S-7504 M ainboard RAID mode This item is used to enable/ disable the RAID function for SATA devices. 3-12 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
BIOS Setup Power Management Setup Important S3-related functions described in this section are available only when your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode. ACPI Standby State This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your operating system supports ACPI, such as W indows 2000/ XP , you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1 or S3 fashion through the setting of this field. Settings are: [S1] The S1 sleep mode is a low power state.
M S-7504 M ainboard Restore On AC Power Loss This item specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Settings are: [Power Off] Always leaves the computer in the power off state. [On] Always leaves the computer in the power on state. [Last State] Restores the system to the status before power failure or interrupt occurred. Wake Up Event Setup Press to enter the sub-menu, and the following screen appears.
BIOS Setup H/W Monitor CPU/ System Temperature, CPU/ SYS FAN Speed, CPU Vcore, 3.3V, 5V,, 12V, 5V SB These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/ components such as CPU voltage, temperatures and all fans’ speeds. 3-15 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
M S-7504 M ainboard Frequency/Voltage Control Important Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. Current CPU/ FSB/ DRAM Frequency These items show the current clocks of CPU and Memory speed. Read-only. DRAM Frequency This setting allows you to set the bus frequency for installed DRAM. Advance DRAM Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu, and the following screen appears. 3-16 PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.
BIOS Setup DDR Memory Timing By SPD Setting to [Enabled] enables DRAM CAS# Latency automatically to be determined by BIOS based on the configurations on the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) EEP ROM on the DRAM module. Spread Spectrum W hen the motherboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses create EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The Spread Spectrum function reduces the EMI generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses are reduced to flatter curves.
M S-7504 M ainboard 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.
