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SE6 Motherboard User’s Manual
Index
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION OF SE6 FEATURES .................................1-1
1-1. FEATURES OF THIS MOTHERBOARD .........................................................1-1
1-2. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................1-1
1-3. PACKAGE LIST..........................................................................................1-2
1-4. LAYOUT DIAGRAM ...................................................................................1-3
1-5. THE SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM................................................................1-4
CHAPTER 2. INSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD..................................2-1
2-1. INSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD TO THE CHASSIS ..................................2-1
2-2. INSTALLATION OF THE PENTIUMIII CPU...............................................2-2
2-3. INSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY ................................................................2-2
2-4. CONNECTORS, HEADERS AND SWITCHES .................................................2-3
CHAPTER 3. INTRODUCING THE BIOS.....................................................3-1
3-1. CPU SETUP [SOFT MENU™III] .............................................................3-2
3-2. STANDARD CMOS FEATURES SETUP MENU............................................3-5
3-3. ADVANCED BIOS FEATURES SETUP MENU .............................................3-8
3-4. ADVANCED CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP MENU .......................................3-11
3-5. INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS ....................................................................3-14
3-6. POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP MENU .....................................................3-18
3-7. PNP/PCI CONFIGURATIONS....................................................................3-23
3-8. PC HEALTH STATUS...............................................................................3-25
3-9. LOAD FAIL-SAFE DEFAULTS ..................................................................3-26
3-10. LOAD OPTIMIZED DEFAULTS..................................................................3-26
3-11. SET PASSWORD.......................................................................................3-27
3-12. SAVE & EXIT SETUP...............................................................................3-28
3-13. EXIT WITHOUT SAVING..........................................................................3-28
APPENDIX A. INF INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR WINDOWS®98 SE
APPENDIX B. INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR WINDOWS®98 SE
APPENDIX C. INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR WINDOWS®98 SE
APPENDIX D. ATA INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR WINDOWS®98 SE
APPENDIX E. INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS®NT
4.0 SERVER/WORKSTATION

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APPENDIX F. INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS®
NT 4.0 SERVER/WORKSTATION
APPENDIX G. ATA INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR THE WINDOWS®NT 4.0
SERVER/WORKSTATION
APPENDIX H. INF INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR THE WINDOWS®2000
APPENDIX I. INSTALLING THE VGA DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS®
2000
APPENDIX J. INSTALLING THE AUDIO DRIVER FOR THE WINDOWS®
2000
APPENDIX K. ATA INSTALLATION UTILITY FOR THE WINDOWS®2000
APPENDIX L. BIOS FLASHING USER INSTRUCTIONS
APPENDIX M. HARDWARE MONITORING FUNCTION (INSTALLING THE
WINBOND HARDWARE DOCTOR UTILITY)
APPENDIX N. INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR SUSPEND TO RAM
APPENDIX O. TROUBLESHOOTING (NEED ASSISTANCE?)
APPENDIX P. HOW TO GET TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Introduction of SE6 Features 1-1
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Chapter 1. Introduction of SE6 Features
1-1. Features of This Motherboard
The SE6 Motherboard is designed for use with Intel’s new generation of Pentium II & III Processors,
which utilize the FC-PGA (Flip-Chip Pin Grid Array), 370-pin design. Up to 512MB of memory can be
supported.
The SE6 uses the new Intel 815E chipset. Its 133MHz capable memory interface supports the wide range
of PC 133 memory devices now on the market. Its 133MHz capable front-side bus delivers a clear
upgrade path to the future generation of 133MHz processors. The SE6 offers Ultra ATA/100. This
provides speedier HDD throughput that boosts overall system performance. Up to four IDE devices can
be supported by your system. These devices can be Ultra ATA/33, Ultra ATA/66 or Ultra ATA/100 IDE
devices.
A Digital Video Out Interface supporting digital display and TV Out are options. The SE6 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.
With 2 USB ports as well as capability of expanding to 4 USB slots, the SE6 meets future USB demands.
A Communication / Network Riser Slot (CNR Slot) is found on the SE6. The CNR Slot provides audio,
modem and network connectivity. The specification’s main objective is to reduce the cost of audio and
modem functionality.
The SE6 has built-in hardware monitoring functions (refer to Appendix M for detailed information). This
will monitor and protect your computer, ensuring a safe computing environment.
This motherboard provides high performance for servers while also meeting the requirements for desktop
systems; both now and into the future.
1-2. Specifications
1. CPU
!Supports Intel®Pentium®III 500 ~ 1GHz processors (Based on FC-PGA package)
!Supports Intel®Celeron®300A ~ 733MHz processors (Based on 66MHz PPGA & FC-PGA
package)
!Supports VIA Cyrix III 500, 533 and reserves support for processors of future specification (Based
on 100MHz, 133MHz FC-PGA package)
!Supports 66, 100, and 133MHz CPU external clock speeds.
!Reserves support for future Intel Pentium®III processors.
2. Chipset
!Intel 815E 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 33/66/100 and future specification devices
3. Graphics
!Chipset integrated 2X 3D graphics acceleration
!Support 4MB display Cache AIMM ( AGP In-line Memory Module )

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4. Memory
!Three 168-pin DIMM sockets support SDRAM module
!Supports up to 512MB MAX. (32, 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 MENU™III 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
7. Multi I/O Functions
!2 Channels of Bus Master IDE Ports supporting Ultra DMA 33/66/100 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
!2x USB Headers (Optional connecting cable available)
!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)
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"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.
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#Specifications and information contained in this manual are subject to change without notice.
1-3. Package List
Check the following list. If there is any items damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer.
$(1) SE6 Motherboard %DB-20: Debug card (optional)
$(1) Ribbon cable for master and slave Ultra
DMA33/66/100 IDE drives
%RM-04: AIMM card for AGP slot (optional)
$(1) Ribbon cable for floppy disk drives %Hot Rod 100: Ultra DMA 100 IDE controller
card (optional)
$(1) USB expansion cable
$(1) COM2 expansion cable
$(1) SE6 CD-Title
$(1) This User’s Manual

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1-4. Layout Diagram
Figure 1-1. SE6 Motherboard component location

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1-5. The System Block Diagram
Figure 1-2. System diagram of the INTEL 815E Chipset

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Chapter 2. Installing the Motherboard
This SE6 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 Installing the Motherboard to the Chassis
2-2 Installation of the PentiumIII / Celeron CPU
2-3 Installing System Memory
2-4 Connectors, Headers and Switches
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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 users to perform the installation by themselves. 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.
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
Figure 2-1 shows the shape of studs and spacers. There may be
several types, but all look similar.
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
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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
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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.
2-3. Installing System Memory
This motherboard provides three 168-pin DIMM sites for memory expansion available from minimum
memory size of 32MB to maximum memory size of 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 Memory Module Total Memory
Bank 0, 1 (DIMM1) 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB 32MB ~ 512MB
Bank 2, 3 (DIMM2) 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB 32MB ~ 512MB
Bank 4, 5 (DIMM3) 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB 32MB ~ 512MB
Total System Memory 32MB ~ 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.
The following procedure will show you how to install a
DIMM module into a DIMM socket.
Figure 2-3 PC100/PC133 Module and Component
Mark

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Step 1. Before you install the memory module, please place the computer power switch in the “OFF”
position and disconnect the AC power cord.
Step 2. Remove the computer’s chassis cover.
Step 3. Before touching any electronic components,
make sure you first touch an unpainted,
grounded metal object to discharge any static
electricity stored on your clothing or body.
Step 4. Locate your computer’s 168-pin memory
expansion DIMM socket.
Step 5. Insert the DIMM module into the expansion
socket as shown in the illustration. Note how
the module is keyed to the socket. You can refer
to figure 2-4 for the details. This insures the
DIMM module will be plugged into the socket
in one way only. Firmly press the DIMM
module into the DIMM socket, making certain
the module is completely seated in the DIMM
socket.
Step 6. Once the DIMM module has been installed, the installation is complete and the computer’s cover
can be replaced. Or you can continue to install other devices and add-on cards that are mentioned
in the following section.
Note: When you install a DIMM module fully into the DIMM socket, the eject tab should be locked
into the DIMM module very firmly and fit into its indention on both sides.
It is difficult to differentiate between the PC100, PC133 SDRAM and VCM DRAM modules from the
exterior. The only way to identify them is through the sticker on the RAM module.
2-4. Connectors, Headers and Switches
Inside the case of any computer several cables and plugs have to be connected. These cables and plugs are
usually connected one-by-one to connectors located on the motherboard. You need to carefully pay
attention to any connection orientation the cables may have and, if any, notice the position of the first pin
of the connector. In the explanations that follow, we will describe the significance of the first pin.
We will show you all of the connectors, headers and switches here, and tell you how to connect them.
Please pay attention and read the entire section for necessary information before attempting to finish all of
the hardware installation inside the computer chassis.
Figure 2-5 shows you all of the connectors and headers that we’ll discuss in the next section, you can use
this diagram to visually locate each connector and header we describe.
All connectors, headers and switches mentioned here will depend upon your system configuration. Some
features you may (or may not) have and need to connect or configure depending on the peripheral. If your
system doesn't have such add-on cards or switches you can ignore some special feature connectors.
Figure 2-4. Memory module installation

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Figure 2-5. All Connectors and Headers for the SE6
First, Let’s look at the headers that the SE6 uses, and what their functions are.

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(1) ATXPR1: ATX Power Input Connector
If the power supply connectors are not properly
attached to the ATXPR1 power supply, the
power supply or add-on cards may be damaged.
Attach the connector from the power supply to
the ATXPR1 connector here. Remember you
have to push the connector from the ATX power
supply firmly into the ATXPR1 connector,
ensuring that you have a good connection.
Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation
(2A)/(2B)/(2C): FAN1, FAN2 & FAN3 header
Attach the connector from the individual CPU
fan to the header named FAN1. The connector
from the chassis fan should be attached to the
header FAN3 and the connector from the power
fan to FAN2.
You must attach the CPU fan to the processor or
your processor will work abnormally or may be
damaged by overheating. To keep the
computer’s internal temperature steady and not
too high, connecting the chassis fan is
imperative.
Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation
(3) IR1: IR Header (Infrared)
There is a specific orientation for pins 1 through
5, attach the connector from the IR KIT or IR
device to the IR1 header (left row only). This
motherboard supports standard IR transfer rates.
Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation
(4) WOL1: Wake on LAN Header
If you have a network adapter that supports this
feature, then you can connect the specific cable
from the network adapter to this header. This
feature lets you wake up your computer via
remote control through a local area network.
You may need a specific utility to control the
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utility or other similar utilities.
Note: Watch the pin position and the orientation
(5) CNR Slot: Communication Network Riser
Slot
This slot is used for an optional CNR with the
main objective of reducing the baseline
implementation cost of features that are widely
used in the “Connected PC”, while also
addressing specific functional limitations of
today’s audio, modem, and LAN subsystems.
(6) SMB1 & SMB2 Header: System
Management Bus Connector
This header is reserved for system management
bus (SM bus). The SM bus is a specific
implementation of an I2C bus. I2C is a multi-
master bus, which means that multiple chips can
be connected to the same bus and each one can
act as a master by initiating a data transfer. If
more than one master simultaneously tries to
control the bus, an arbitration procedure decides
which master gets priority.
Note: Watch the pin position and the
orientation.
(7) JP3 Header (RT2 Thermistor):
This header is a thermistor connector used for
detecting the system environmental temperature.
It may also be called a system temperature
detector. You can attach one end of the two-
threaded thermal cable (optional) to the JP3
header, then tape the other end of the thermal
cable onto the CPU’s heat sink. Generally
speaking, the location you tape the thermistor
should be as near the CPU chipset as possible
and avoid having it near the CPU fan.
(8) USB2/3 Headers: Additional USB Plugs:
These headers are used for connecting the
additional USB ports plug. You can have two
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by attaching an optional USB port expansion
cable. There are three ways to use this
additional USB port:
12 14 16 18 20
USB3 24 6 8 10
13 5 7 9
USB2 11 13 15 17 19
1. For using both two USB ports: Attach the
optional USB port expansion cable to connect
Pin 1~10 on USB2 and USB3 slot.
2. For using one USB port on CNR card: Attach
a jumper to short Pin 5 and 15, Pin 7 and 17.
The additional USB ports plug can be
attached via USB3 (Pin 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and Pin
12, 14, 16, 18, 20), but there will be only one
USB-port function available.
3. For using one USB port on AGP card: Attach
a jumper to short Pin 6 and 16, Pin 8 and 18.
The additional USB ports plug can be
attached via USB2 (Pin 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and Pin
11, 13, 15, 17, 19), but there will be only one
USB-port function available.
(9) VL1 Connector
This connector is used for inserting an optional
add-on card to enable the on board VGA to be
output to TV-Out or Flat Panel.
Its function will be unavailable if an external
AGP display card is inserted.
(10) CD1: Internal CD-ROM Drive Audio
Cable Header
This header is for the internal CD-ROM drive
audio cable connection. Please check your audio
cable attached with the CD-ROM drive to see
which type of connector you have and then plug
it into this header.
(11) DIPSW: Front Side Bus Speed Setting
DIP Switch
This switch allows you to manually setting the
front side bus speed.
DIPSW 12345678
On
Off
DIPSW Default Setting
(1) SW1-SW2 “ON”, SW3-SW4 “OFF”:
Enables you to use the CPU default value
(66/100/133MHz).
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you to force CPU clock to be adjusted by
SW3-SW4:
SW3-SW4 “ON”: 66MHz
SW3 “OFF”, SW4 “ON”: 100MHz
SW3-SW4 “OFF”: 133MHz
(3) SW5:
Set “ON” to use CPU Frequency Strap in
ICH register.
Set “OFF” to force CPU Frequency Strap to
safe mode. Default setting is “ON”.
(4) SW6:
Set “ON” for no reboot on 2nd watchdog
timeout.
Set “OFF” for reboot on 2nd watchdog
timeout. Default setting is “OFF”.
(5) SW7:
To disable the on board AC’97 Codec
(Reserved). Default setting is “OFF”.
(6) SW8:
Set “ON” to None SoftMenu.
Set “OFF” to SoftMenu.
(12) CCMOS: CMOS Discharge Jumper
The jumper CCMOS discharges CMOS
memory. When you install the motherboard,
make sure this jumper is set for normal
operation (pin 1 and 2 shorted). See figure 2-6.
Figure 2-6. CCMOS jumper setting
Note: Before you clear the CMOS, you have
to first turn the power off (including the +5V
standby power). Otherwise, your system may
work abnormally or malfunction.
(13) AGP & AIMM (AGP Inline Memory
Module) Slot
This function is used for installing an AGP
Inline Memory Module (optional model RM-04).
This is an optional feature to improve the on
board VGA by enhancing the 3D performance.
Note: Watch the pin position and the
orientation.
For enhancing the graphic performance, you can
apply an optional VGA card on this slot. Note
that the function of the built-in VGA graphic
will be disabled if this slot is inserted with an
add-on VGA card.
(14) PN1 and PN2 Headers

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PN1 and PN2 are for switches and indicators of
the chassis’ front panel. There are several
functions that come from these two headers.
You have to watch the pin position and the
orientation, or you may cause system
malfunctions. Figure 2-7 shows you the
functions of PN1 and PN2.
Figure 2-7. The definition of PN1 and PN2
pins
PN1 (Pin 1-2-3-4-5): Power LED Headers
There is a specific orientation for pins 1 through
3. Insert the three-threaded power LED cable to
pins 1~3. Check to make sure the correct pins
go to the correct connectors on the motherboard.
If you install them in the wrong direction, the
power LED light will not illuminate correctly.
Note: Watch the power LED pin position and
orientation.
PN1 (Pin 7 - 8): HDD LED Header
Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
HDD LED to this header. If you install it in the
wrong direction, the LED light will not
illuminate correctly.
Note: Watch the HDD LED pin position and the
orientation.
PN1 (Pin 10 - 11): Power on Switch Header
Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
power switch to this header.
PN1 (Pin 13-14): Hardware Suspend Switch
(SMI Switch) Header
Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
suspend switch (if there is one) to this header.
Use this switch to enable/disable the power
management function through hardware.
PN2 (Pin 1-2): Hardware Reset Switch
Header
Attach the cable from the case’s front panel
reset switch to this header. Press and hold the
reset button for at least one second to reset the
system.
PN2 (Pin 4-5-6-7): Speaker Header
Attach the cable from the system speaker to this
header.
PN2 (Pin 9-10): Suspend LED Header
Insert the two-threaded suspend LED cable into
pin 9 and pin 10. If you install it in the wrong
direction, the LED light will not illuminate
correctly.
Note: Watch the Suspend LED pin position
and the orientation.
Table 2-2. PN1 and PN2 pin count name list
PIN Name Significance of signal
PN1
PIN 1 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 2 No connection
PIN 3 Power LED (-)
PIN 4 Keyboard inhibit Signal
PIN 5 Ground
PIN 6 No connection
PIN 7 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 8 HDD LED (-)
PIN 9 No connection
PIN 10 5VSB
PIN 11 Power On/Off
PIN 12 No connection
PIN 13 Ground
PIN 14 Suspend signal
PN2
PIN 1 Ground
PIN 2 Reset input
PIN 3 No connection
PIN 4 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 5 Ground
PIN 6 Ground
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PIN 8 No connection
PIN 9 VCC (+5VDC)
PIN 10 Suspend LED (-)
PIN 11 No connection
PIN 12 No connection
PIN 13 No connection
PIN 14 No connection
Now let’s see the I/O connectors that the SE6
uses, and what their functions are.
(15) S1: Chassis Intrusion Header
This header is for the connection of chassis
intrusion detection.
(16) FDC1 Connector
This 34-pin connector is called the “floppy disk
drive connector”. You can connect a 360K,
5.25”, 1.2M, 5.25”, 720K, 3.5’’, 1.44M, 3.5” or
2.88M, 3.5” floppy disk drive. You can even
connect a 3 Mode floppy disk drive (a 3 1/2”
drive used in Japanese computer systems).
A floppy disk drive ribbon cable has 34 wires
and two connectors to provide the connection of
two floppy disk drives. After connecting the
single end to the FDC1, connect the two
connectors on the other end to the floppy disk
drives. In general, people only install one floppy
disk drive on their computer system. The
connector attached to the longer length of
ribbon should be attached to the motherboard
connector.
Note: A red mark on a wire typically
designates the location of pin 1. You need to
align pin 1 of the wire to pin 1 of the FDC1
connector and then insert.
(17) IDE1 and IDE2 Connectors
An IDE hard disk drive ribbon cable has 40
wires and two connectors to provide a
connection for two IDE hard disk drives. After
connecting the single end to the IDE1 (or IDE2),
connect the two connectors on the other end to
the IDE hard disk drives (or CD-ROM drive,
LS-120, etc.). Again the connector attached to
the longer ribbon length should be attached to
the motherboard.
Before you install a hard disk, there are some
things you need to be aware of:
♦“Primary” refers to the first connector on the
motherboard; that is, the IDE1 connector on
the motherboard.
♦“Secondary” refers to the second connector
on the motherboard; that is, the IDE2
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♦Two hard disks can be connected to each
connector:
The first HDD is referred to as the “Master”
and the second HDD is referred to as the
“Slave”.
♦For performance issues, we strongly suggest
not to install CD-ROM drive on the same
IDE channel as a hard disk, or the system
performance on this channel may drop (for
how much is depending on your CD-ROM
drive performance).
Note: The Master or Slave status of the hard
disk is set on the hard disk itself. Please
refer to the hard disk drive user’s manual.
Note: A red mark on a wire typically
designates the location of pin 1. You need to
align the wire pin 1 to the IDE connector pin
1, then insert the wire connector into the
IDE connector.
How to install the Ultra ATA/66 Cable
Assembly:
Figure 2-8. How to connect an ATA/66 cable
to the Motherboard
'The BLUE connector MUST be plugged into
the motherboard or your system will not
work.
'Each connector on the Ultra ATA/66 cable
assembly has a small polarization tab
centrally located on the body of the plastic.
This fits into the matching slot on the mating
plugs on the motherboard and the drives, thus
assuring positive mating (pin #1 to pin #1)
'The red line on the cable should be aligned
with pin #1. On the drives this will result in
the red line facing the power connector.
Attach the BLUE connector to the
appropriate 40-pin IDE plug on the
motherboard.
'Attach the BLACK connector to the mating
plug on the master hard drive. Attach the
GREY connector to the mating plug on the
slave drive (secondary hard drive, CD-ROM,
or tape drive). Please refer figure 2-8.
Figure 2-9. SE6 back panel connectors
Figure 2-9 shows the SE6 back panel connectors.
These connectors are for connection to outside
devices to the motherboard. We will describe
which devices will attach to these connectors
below.
(18) KM1 Lower: PS/2 Keyboard Connector
Attach a PS/2 keyboard connector to this 6-pin
Din-connector. If you use an AT keyboard, you
can go to a computer store to purchase an AT to
ATX converter adapter. You can then connect
your AT keyboard to this connector. We suggest
you use a PS/2 keyboard for best compatibility.
(19) KM1 Upper: PS/2 Mouse Connector
Attach a PS/2 mouse to this 6-pin Din-
connector.
(20) USB Port Connectors
This motherboard provides two USB ports.
Attach the USB connector from the individual
device to these connectors.
You can attach USB devices such as a scanner,
digital speakers, monitor, mouse, keyboard, hub,
digital camera, joystick etc. to one of each of the
USB connectors. You must make sure your
operating system supports this feature and you
may need to install an additional driver for
individual devices. Please refer to your device
user’s manual for detailed information.

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(21) Serial Port COM1 Connector
This motherboard provides two COM ports.
You can connect an external modem, mouse or
other devices that support this communication
protocol to this connector.
You can decide which external device you want
to connect to COM1. The COM port can only
have one device connected at a time.
(22) Parallel Port Connector
This parallel port is also called an “LPT” port
because it usually connects to the printer. You
can connect other devices that support this
communication protocol, like an EPP/ECP
scanner, etc.
(23) Line Out, Line In and Mic In Connector
Line Out connector: You can connect an
external stereo speaker signal input plug to this
connector, or you can connect the plug from
here to the stereo audio equipment AUX signal
input socket. Remember, the motherboard does
not have a built in amplifier to drive the speaker,
so you must use a speaker that has a built in
amplifier, or you may not hear any sound or
only a small volume of sound from the speaker.
Line In Connector: You can connect the TV
adapter audio output signal, or external audio
sources, like a CD walkman, video camcorder,
VHS recorder audio output signal plug to this
connector. Your audio software can control the
input level for the line-in signal.
Mic In Connector: You can connect the plug
from the microphone to this connector. Do not
connect other audio (or signal) sources to this
connector.
(24) MIDI/GAME Port Connector
You can connect your joystick, game pad, or
other simulation hardware device DIN 15-pin
plugs to this connector. Please refer to the
further connection notes of the device’s user's
manual for further detailed information.
(25) COM2 Header
You can have one additional COM2 plugs
affixed to the back panel by attaching an
expansion cable that comes with the
motherboard. Please align the red line of the
cable to the pin 1 of COM2 header.