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No part of this manual may be reproduced, transmitted or transcribed without the expressed written permission of the manufacturer and authors of this manual. If you do not properly set the motherboard settings, causing the motherboard to malfunction or fail, we cannot guarantee any responsibility. SL6 Motherboard User's Manual Index TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION OF SL6 FEATURES 1-1. FEATURES OF THIS MOTHERBOARD 1-2. SPECIFICATIONS 1-3. LAYOUT DIAGRAM 1-4. THE SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM CHAPTER 2. INSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD 2-1. INSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD TO THE CHASSIS 2-2. INSTALLATION OF THE PENTIUM III CPU 2-3. INSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY 2-4. CONNECTORS, HEADERS AND SWITCHES CHAPTER 3. INTRODUCING THE BIOS 3-1. CPU SETUP [SOFT MENUTM II] 3-2. STANDARD CMOS FEATURES SETUP MENU 3-3. ADVANCED BIOS FEATURES SETUP MENU 3-4. ADVANCED CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP MENU 3-5. INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS 3-6. POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP MENU 3-7. PNP/PCI CONFIGURATIONS SETUP MENU 3-8. PC HEALTH STATUS 3-9. LOAD FAIL-SAFE DEFAULTS 3-10. LOAD OPTIMIZED DEFAULTS 3-11. SET PASSWORD 3-12. SAVE & EXIT SETUP 3-13. EXIT WITHOUT SAVING APPENDIX A APPENDIX B APPENDIX C APPENDIX D MN-200-2A0-81 1-1 1-2 1-4 1-5 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-6 3-4 3-12 3-16 3-21 3-25 3-32 3-41 3-44 3-46 3-46 3-47 3-49 3-50 INF INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS® 98 SE INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR WINDOWS® 98 SE INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR WINDOWS® 98 SE ATA INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS® 98 SE Rev. 1.00 APPENDIX E APPENDIX F APPENDIX G APPENDIX H APPENDIX I APPENDIX J APPENDIX K APPENDIX L APPENDIX M INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS® NT 4.0 SERVER / WORKSTATION INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS® NT 4.0 SERVER / WORKSTATION ATA INSTALLATION FOR THE WINDOWS® NT 4.0 SERVER / WORKSTATION INF INSTALLATION FOR THE WINDOWS 2000 SERVER / WORKSTATION INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR WINDOWS 2000 SERVER / WORKSTATION THE INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS 2000 SERVER / WORKSTATION ATA INSTALLATION FOR THE WINDOWS 2000 SERVER / WORKSTATION BIOS FLASHING USER INSTRUCTIONS HARDWARE MONITORING (INSTALLING THE WINBOND DOCTOR UTILITY) FUNCTION HARDWARE APPENDIX N APPENDIX O APPENDIX P INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR SUSPEND TO RAM TROUBLESHOOTING (NEED ASSISTANCE?) HOW TO GET TECHNICAL SUPPORT Introduction of SL6 Features 1-1 Chapter 1. Introduction of SL6 Features 1-1. Features of This Motherboard The SL6 Motherboard is designed for use with Intel's new generation of Pentium Processors which utilise the FC-PGA (Flip Chip Pin Grid Array), 370-pin design. Up to 512MB of memory can be supported. The SL6 uses the new Intel 815 chipset. Its' 133 MHz capable memory interface supports the wide range of PC 133 memory devices now on the market. Its 133MHz capable frontside bus delivers a clear upgrade path to the future generation of 133MHz processors. The SL6 has built-in Ultra ATA/66. This provides speedier HDD throughput that boosts overall system performance. Up to four IDE devices can be supported by your system. These can be either Ultra ATA/33 IDE devices or Ultra ATA/66 IDE devices. A Digital Video Out Interface supporting digital display and TV Out are options. The SL6 also has an integrated AC `97 2.1 CODEC onboard. This CODEC is complete with a H/W Sound Blaster Pro AC `97 digital audio controller that gives you the best sound quality and compatibility. The chipset includes integrated 2X 3D Graphics Acceleration. For those wanting even greater graphics performance, an AGP slot is included on the board. The AGP Slot will support a 4MB display cache AGP In-line Memory Module (AIMM). AIMM is a lower cost alternative to a video card. A Communication / Network Riser Slot (CNR Slot) is found on the SL6. The CNR Slot provides audio, modem connectivity. The specification's main objective is to reduce the cost of audio and modem functionality. The SL6 has built-in hardware monitoring functions (refer to Appendix N for detailed information). This will monitor and protect your computer, ensuring a safe computing environment. This mobo provides high performance for servers while also meeting the requirements for desktop systems; both now and into the future. User's Manual 1-2 Chapter1 1-2. Specifications 1.CPU ! ! ! Supports Intel Pentium® III FC-PGA based on 100 & 133 MHz FSB. Supports Intel Celeron® based on 66 MHz FSB Reserves support for future Intel Pentium® III processors. 2. Chipset ! ! ! ! ! Intel 815 chipset Supports 66/100/133MHz (Front Side Bus) Supports AGP 1X/2X/4X (Sideband) 1.5V/3.3V device Supports Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface (ACPI) Supports UDMA 33/66 and feature specification devices 3. Graphics ! ! Chipset integrated 2X 3D graphics acceleration Support 4MB display Cache AIMM ( AGP In-line Memory Module ) 4. Memory ! ! ! Three 168-pin DIMM sockets support SDRAM module Supports up to 512MB MAX. (64, 128, 256MB SDRAM) Support 100MHz , 133MHz SDRAM interface (No 66Mhz support) 5. Audio ! ! ! AC'97 Digital Audio controller integrated AC'97 Audio CODEC on board. Audio driver included 6. System BIOS ! ! ! SOFT MENUTM II eliminates the need for jumpers or DIP switches to set CPU parameters Award Plug and Play BIOS supports APM and ACPI Write-Protect Anti-Virus function by AWARD BIOS SL6 Introduction of SL6 Features 1-3 7. Multi I/O Functions ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 2 Channels of Bus Master IDE Ports supporting Ultra DMA 33/66 and future specification devices PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connectors 1x Floppy Port (up to 2.88MB) 1x Parallel Port (EPP/ECP) 2x Serial Ports 2x USB Connectors Audio connector (Line-in, Line-out, Mic-in, and Game Port) 8. Miscellaneous ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Support STR(Suspend to DRAM) ATX form factor 1 Universal AGP slot, 6 PCI slots and 1CNR slot Hardware Monitoring ­ Including Fan speed, Voltages, CPU and System temperature and one thermal header for other devices temperature monitoring Keyboard and Mouse Power On Built-in Wake on LAN/Open Chassis header Built-in IrDA TX/RX header Digital Video out interface adds support digital display or TV out (Option) PC99 Compliant " Supports Wake On LAN, Modem, but your ATX power supply 5V standby power must be able to provide at least a 720mA current capacity. Otherwise, the functions may not work normally. # Specifications and information contained in this manual are subject to change without notice. Note All brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. User's Manual 1-4 Chapter1 1-3. Layout Diagram Figure 1-2. SL6 Motherboard component location SL6 Introduction of SL6 Features 1-5 1-4. The System Block Diagram Figure 1-3. System diagram of the INTEL 815 Chipset User's Manual 1-6 Chapter1 SL6 Installing the Motherboard 2-1 Chapter 2. Installing the Motherboard This SL6 motherboard not only provides all standard equipment for classic personal computers, but also provides great flexibility for meeting future upgrade demands. This chapter will introduce step by step all of the standard equipment and will also present, as completely as possible, future upgrade capabilities. This motherboard is able to support Intel Pentium III and Celeron processors now on the market. (For details, see specifications in Chapter 1.) This chapter is organized according the following features: 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 Installing the Motherboard to the Chassis Installation of the Pentium III / Celeron CPU Installing System Memory Connectors, Headers and Switches $$$$ Before Proceeding with the Installation $$$$ Before you install or unplug any connectors or add-on cards, please remember to turn the ATX power supply switch off (fully turn the +5V standby power off), or disconnect the power cord. Otherwise, you may cause the motherboard components or add-on cards to malfunction or be damaged. % User Friendly Instructions Our objective is to enable the novice computer user to perform the installation by him or herself. We have attempted to write this document in a very clear, concise and descriptive manner to help overcome any obstacles you may face during installation. Please read our instructions carefully and follow them step-by-step. User's Manual 2-2 Chapter2 2-1. Installing the Motherboard to the Chassis Most computer chassis will have a base on which there will be many mounting holes that allows the motherboard to be securely attached and at the same time, prevents short circuits. There are two ways to attach the motherboard to the base of chassis: ! with studs ! or with spacers Please refer to figure 2-1, which shows the studs and spacers. There may be several types, but all look similar to the figures below: In principle, the best way to attach the motherboard is with studs. Only if you are unable to do this should you attach the board with spacers. Take a careful look at the motherboard and you will see many mounting holes on it. Line these holes up with the mounting holes on the base. If the holes line up and there are screw holes this means you can attach the motherboard with studs. If the holes line up and there are only slots, this means you can only attach the motherboard with spacers. Take the tip of the spacers and insert them into the slots. After doing this to all the slots, you can slide the motherboard into position aligned with the slots. After the motherboard has been positioned, check to make sure everything is OK before putting the casing back on. Figure 2-2 shows you the way to affix the motherboard using studs or spacers: SL6 Installing the Motherboard 2-3 Note If the motherboard has mounting holes, but they don't line up with the holes on the base and there are no slots to attach the spacers, do not despair, you can still attach the spacers to the mounting holes. Just cut the bottom portion of the spacers (the spacers may be a little hard to cut , so mind your fingers). In this way, you can still attach the motherboard to the base without worrying about short circuits. Sometimes you may need to use the plastic springs to isolate the screw from the motherboard PCB surface as the circuit wire may be too near the hole. Be careful. Do not let the screw contact the printed circuit wire or parts on the PCB that are near the fixing hole. Otherwise it may damage the board or cause board malfunctioning. 2-2. Installation of the Pentium III CPU The installation method for the CPU is printed on the package of the retention mechanism that comes with the motherboard. You can refer to it while you install the CPU. Note: ! Installing a heat sink and cooling fan is necessary for proper heat dissipation from your CPU. Failing to install these items may result in overheating and damage of your CPU. ! Please refer to your boxed processor installation or other documentation attached with your CPU for detailed installing instructions. User's Manual 2-4 Chapter2 2-3. Installing System Memory This motherboard provides three 168-pin DIMM sites for memory expansion. The DIMM sockets support 8Mx64 (64MB), 16Mx64 (128MB), 32Mx64 and (256MB) DIMM modules. Minimum memory size is 64MB and maximum memory size is 512MB SDRAM. In order to create a memory array, certain rules must be followed. The following set of rules allows for optimum configurations. ! The memory array is 64 or 72 bits wide. (depending on with or without parity) ! Those modules can be populated in any order. ! Supports single and double density DIMMS. Table 2-1. Valid Memory Configurations Bank Bank 0, 1 (DIMM1) Bank 2, 3 (DIMM2) Bank 4, 5 (DIMM3) Memory Module 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB Total System Memory Total Memory 8MB ~ 512MB 8MB ~ 512MB 8MB ~ 512MB 8MB ~ 512MB Generally, installing SDRAM modules to your motherboard is an easy thing to do. You can refer to figure 2-3 to see what a 168-pin PC100 & PC133 SDRAM module looks like. DIMMs may be "snapped" directly into the socket. Note: Certain DIMM sockets have minor physical differences. If your module doesn't seem to fit, please do not force it into the socket as you may damaged your memory module or DIMM socket. Figure 2-3 PC100/PC133/VC ...