KT4AV MS-6712 (v1.X) ATX Mainboard G52-M6712XJ i 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Notice 1 The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Notice 2 Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. VOIRLANOTICED'INSTALLATIONAVANTDERACCORDERAURESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-6712 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation ii Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice. Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. AMD, AthlonTM, AthlonTM XP, ThoroughbredTM, and DuronTM are registered trademarks of AMD Corporation. 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Revision History Revision V1.5 Revision History Update CPU spec. for KT4AV Series Date May 2004 iii Technical Support If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/ Contact our technical staff at: support@msi.com.tw Safety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User's Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. 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. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord. 8. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module. 9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. 10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical shock. 11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel: l The power cord or plug is damaged. l Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. l The equipment has been exposed to moisture. l The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to User's Manual. l The equipment has dropped and damaged. l The equipment has obvious sign of breakage. 1 2 . D O N O T LE AV E T H IS E Q U IP M E N T IN AN E NV IR O N M E N T UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60 0 C (140 0F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. iv CONTENTS FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........................................ ii Copyright Notice ...................................................................................... iii Revision History ...................................................................................... iii Technical Support .................................................................................... iv Safety Instructions .................................................................................. iv Chapter 1. Getting Started .................................................................... 1-1 Mainboard Specifications ................................................................. 1-2 Mainboard Layout ........................................................................... 1-4 MSI Special Features ........................................................................ 1-5 Live MonitorTM .......................................................................... 1-5 D-BracketTM 2 (Optional) ............................................................ 1-6 MSI DVD 5.1 Channel (Optional) ................................................ 1-8 Live BIOSTM/Live DriverTM ....................................................... 1-10 CPU Thermal Protection ........................................................... 1-11 S-Bracket (Optional)................................................................. 1-11 Chapter 2. Hardware Setup ................................................................... 2-1 Quick Components Guide ................................................................. 2-2 Central Processing Unit: CPU ........................................................... 2-3 CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure ....................................... 2-3 Thermal Issue for CPU ............................................................... 2-3 CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 462 ................................ 2-4 Installing AMD Athlon CPU (Socket 462) Cooler Set .................. 2-5 CPU Clock Frequency Selection through BIOS ........................... 2-6 Memory ........................................................................................... 2-7 Introduction to DDR SDRAM .................................................... 2-7 DIMM Module Combination ...................................................... 2-8 Installing DDR Modules ............................................................ 2-8 Power Supply................................................................................... 2-9 v ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 .......................................... 2-9 Back Panel ..................................................................................... 2-10 Mouse Connector .................................................................... 2-10 Keyboard Connector ............................................................... 2-11 USB Connectors ...................................................................... 2-11 Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ................................................... 2-12 Audio Port Connectors ............................................................ 2-13 Serial Port Connectors: COM A & COM B ................................ 2-14 RJ-45 LAN Jack (Optional) ....................................................... 2-14 Connectors .................................................................................... 2-15 Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 ........................................ 2-15 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ......................................... 2-16 Fan Power Connectors: CFAN1/SFAN1 .................................... 2-17 Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ....................................... 2-18 Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ...................................... 2-19 Front USB Connector: JUSB1 ................................................... 2-20 D-BracketTM 2 Connector: JLED1 .............................................. 2-21 S-Bracket Connector: JSP3 ....................................................... 2-22 IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 .......................................... 2-24 Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1 ................................ 2-24 CD-In Connector: JCD1 ............................................................ 2-25 Jumpers ......................................................................................... 2-26 Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ..................................................... 2-26 Slots .............................................................................................. 2-27 AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot ....................................... 2-27 PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots ........................ 2-27 CNR (Communication Network Riser) Slot ................................ 2-27 PCI Interrupt Request Routing ................................................. 2-28 Chapter 3. BIOS Setup .......................................................................... 3-1 Entering Setup ................................................................................. 3-2 vi Selecting the First Boot Device ................................................... 3-2 Control Keys ............................................................................. 3-3 Getting Help .............................................................................. 3-3 The Main Menu ............................................................................... 3-4 Standard CMOS Features ................................................................. 3-6 Advanced BIOS Features ................................................................. 3-8 Advanced Chipset Features ........................................................... 3-13 Power Management Features .......................................................... 3-18 PNP/PCI Configurations ................................................................. 3-22 Integrated Peripherals .................................................................... 3-24 PC Health Status ............................................................................ 3-27 Frequency/Voltage Control ............................................................. 3-28 Set Supervisor/User Password ........................................................ 3-30 Load High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults .................................. 3-31 Appendix: Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function ................................. A-1 Installing the Audio Driver ............................................................. A-2 Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function ............................................ A-4 Testing the Connected Speakers .................................................... A-14 Playing KaraOK ............................................................................ A-16 Troubleshooting .................................................................................... T-1 Glossary .............................................................................................. G-1 vii Getting Started Getting Started Thank you for purchasing the MS-6712 v1.X ATX mainboard. The MS-6712 v1.X ATX mainboard is based on VIA® Apollo KT400A North Bridge & VT8235 South Bridge chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced AMD® AthlonTM, AthlonTM XP or DuronTM processors, the MS-6712 delivers a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. 1-1 MS-6712 ATX Mainboard Mainboard Specifications CPU Supports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD® AthlonTM/AthlonTM XP /DuronTM processors Supports from 1100MHz up to 2800+ or higher speed (For the latest information about CPU, please visit our Web site at http://www. msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php) Chipset VIA® KT400A North Bridge - Supports 200/266/333MHz front side bus - Supports DDR200/266/333/400* - Supports AGP 4X and AGP 8X VIA® VT8235 South Bridge - Integrated Direct Sound AC97 audio - Dual channel Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 master mode EIDE controller - ACPI & PC2001 compliant enhanced ...