Creative BlasterBoard 128 V2 User manual

Getting Started
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CAUTION: This device is intended to be installed by the user in a
CSA/TUV/UL certified/listed IBM AT or compatible personal
computers in the manufacturer’s defined operator access area. Check
the equipment operating/installation manual and/or with the
equipment manufacturer to verify/confirm if your equipment is
suitable for user-installed application cards.
ATTENTION: Ce carte est destiné à être installé par l’utilisateur,
dans un ordinateur compatible certifié CSA/TUV/UL ou listé IBM
AT, à l’intérieur de la zone définie par le fabricant. Consulter le mode
d’emploi ou le fabricant de l’appareil pour vérifier ou confirmer si
l’utilisateur peut y installer lui-même des cartes périphériques.
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FCC Part 15: 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 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. However, this notice is not a guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try one or more of the following
measures:
❑Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
❑Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
❑Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
❑Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
CAUTION: To comply with the limits for the Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this device must be installed in
computer equipment certified to comply with the Class B limits.
All cables used to connect the computer and peripherals must be
shielded and grounded. Operation with non-certified computers or
non-shielded cables may result in interference to radio or television
reception.
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of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
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This apparatus complies with the Class “B” limits for radio
interference as specified in the Canadian Department of
Communications Radio Interference Regulations.
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes de CLASSE “B” d’interference
radio tel que spe’cifie’ par le Ministère Canadien des
Communications dans les règlements d’interfe’rence radio.
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This product conforms to the following Council Directive:
❑Directive 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC (EMC)
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v
Contents
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Register BlasterBoard online!.................................................................................................ix
Key Features..............................................................................................................................x
Document Conventions............................................................................................. xii
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Unpacking the BlasterBoard.................................................................................................1-1
BlasterBoard Components....................................................................................................1-3
CPU Installation.................................................................................................................... 1-4
Installation Procedures.......................................................................................................... 1-4
Step 1.............................................................................................................1-4
Step 2.............................................................................................................1-5
Step 3.............................................................................................................1-5
Step 4.............................................................................................................1-5
CPU Speed Setting................................................................................................................ 1-6
Memory Installation.............................................................................................................. 1-6
Jumper Settings.....................................................................................................................1-7
J14: CPU Type Selector..............................................................................1-7
J7: CMOS Clear Selector............................................................................ 1-7
J8: Keyboard Power On Selector................................................................ 1-7
ATX Functions......................................................................................................................1-8

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Software Power-Off......................................................................................1-8
Modem Ring Power Up................................................................................1-8
Alarm Wake Up ............................................................................................1-8
Keyboard Power On......................................................................................1-8
PWR1: ATX Power Connector...................................................................1-8
J5(21,22): Power Button/Suspend Switch Connector................................1-9
W_UP_LAN1: Wake On LAN Connector.................................................1-9
Connectors.............................................................................................................................1-9
External Connectors Location....................................................................1-10
FDC1d: Floppy Disk Port..........................................................................1-10
IDE1/IDE2: Primary/Secondary IDE Ports..............................................1-10
Onboard Sound Blaster Audio PCI 128.............................................................................1-11
Sound and Game (on the External Connectors)........................................1-11
CD1/CD2: Analog Audio from CD-ROM...............................................1-11
J9: Digital Audio Connector......................................................................1-12
J10: Internal SPDIF IN Connector............................................................1-12
Onboard VGA......................................................................................................................1-12
FAN1,FAN2: Fan Power Connectors .......................................................1-13
IR1: InfraRed Connector...........................................................................1-14
J5: Case Connectors...................................................................................1-14

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Getting More Information............................................................................ 2-2
Setting Up Your Audio Card................................................................................................2-2
Installing AudioPCI in Windows 95/98 ..................................................................2-2
Installing Audio Drivers in Windows 95..................................................... 2-2
Installing audio drivers in Windows 98.......................................................2-3
Installing Applications in Windows 95/98..............................................................2-4
Testing the Installation in Windows 95/98..............................................................2-4
Uninstalling Software in Windows 95/98................................................................2-5
Installing AudioPCI in Windows NT 4.0................................................................2-5
Installing Software in Windows NT 4.0......................................................2-5
Testing the Installation in Windows NT 4.0................................................2-5
Uninstalling the AudioPCI in Windows NT 4.0.........................................2-6
General Specifications..........................................................................................................2-6
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Running the BIOS Setup Utility...........................................................................................3-2
Standard CMOS Setup..........................................................................................................3-3
BIOS and CPU Features Setup ............................................................................................3-5
Chipset Features Setup..........................................................................................................3-8
Power Management Setup..................................................................................................3-11
PnP/PCI Configuration.......................................................................................................3-14
Load BIOS Defaults............................................................................................................3-15
Load Setup Defaults............................................................................................................3-16
Integrated Peripherals Setup...............................................................................................3-16
Password Settings................................................................................................................3-18
Changing or Removing the Password.......................................................3-18
IDE HDD Auto Detection..................................................................................................3-18
Save and Exit Setup ............................................................................................................3-19
Exit Without Saving............................................................................................................3-19

Introduction ix
Introduction
BlasterBoard 128 V2 is a SiS 620 100MHz high-performance motherboard based on the Slot 1
or S370 microprocessor, and provides Plug and Play for faster and easier CPU installation.
BlasterBoard features highly flexible configurations and is fully IBM PC/AT compatible.
BlasterBoard uses a highly integrated Slot 1 chipset with 3D video built-in—a high-
performance 64-bit 3D AGP graphics accelerator with 8MB frame buffer shared from system
memory. It supports the PCI/ISA and Green standards, provides the Host/AGP bridge, and
integrates all system control functions such as ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface). The ACPI provides more energy saving features for the OSPM(OS Direct Power
Management) function.
BlasterBoard has, onboard, Creative Sound Blaster AudioPCI128tomeetMultimedia PC Level
II and III specification. It also has a built-in hardware monitor circuit for detecting abnormal
CPUfanspeed/temperature/voltage. TheBlasterBoard BIOS providesTrend’s ChipAwayVirus
to ensure the entire boot process is virus free.
Register
BlasterBoardonline! Double-click the Creative Product Registration icon on your Windows desktop to start the
onlineregistrationprocess. Followtheonscreeninstructions to complete the registration. When
the registration application requests your BlasterBoard serial number, enter S128-CDSTD-2-
L3.
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x Introduction
Key Features The advanced features of the BlasterBoard include:
❑Supports Pentium® II 233~450 MHz, Celeron 266~433 MHz and Pentium III (Katmai New
Instruction) 450~500 MHz CPUs
• Supports both 66.6MHz and 100MHz FSB (Front Side Bus)
• Provides CPU Plug and Play feature for faster and easier CPU installation
❑Provides 3 DIMMs for SDRAM memory modules
• Supports a maximum size of 768MB system memory
❑Provides 3 PCI and 1 ISA slots
❑Onboard 2 channel IDE,
• Supports four IDE devices maximum
• Supports PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA 33/66 operation modes
❑Provides ATX power connectors and features of ATX power
• Power Button/Suspend Switch and Keyboard Power On
• Alarm Wake Up, Modem Wake Up and Wake On LAN
❑Onboard 64-bit 3D AGP Graphics Accelerator
• AGP 2.0 spec. compliant
• Built-in 8-way/16-entry set associative GART cache for AGP
• Maximum 8MB frame buffer share from system memory
• High-resolution graphic modes up to 1600 x 1200
❑Onboard Sound Blaster Audio PCI 128 specifications
• 128-Voice Wave-table Synthesizer
• Compatible to AC97 interface, M/S PC97 and PC98, and Multimedia PC Level II and III
specifications
• EAX support
• Uses a single sharable PCI interrupt, PCI Bus Master for fast DMA
• Supports DirectSound 3D®, DirectMusic, and A3D®API for 3D Positional Audio
• DOS games compatibility
• Supports MPU-401 Game/Midi port and legacy audio SB16
• Supports multiple sample rate
• Sounds are stored in main memory and Sound Library—over 4000
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• Three stereo inputs and three mono inputs can be mixed to output stream
• Direct I/O space access of the control registers
• Digital I/O compatible with consumer mode S/PDIF(out)/I2S(in)
❑Onboard Multi-I/O and Peripheral interface, include:
• One floppy port with 1 Mb/s transfer rate
• Two serial ports with 16550 compatible Fast UART
• One parallel port with EPP and ECP capabilities
• Two USB ports and PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports
• One IR (Infrared) interface
❑Built-in Hardware Monitor circuit
• Detects CPU temperature/fan speed and current voltages
• Supports optional Intel LANDesk Client Manager
❑Onboard 2M Flash ROM supports complete ACPI and Legacy PMU, and is fully compatible
with PC97 and PC98
• Provides Plug and Play function that detects peripheral devices and expansion cards
automatically
• Provides Trend’s ChipAway Virus to ensure the entire boot process is virus free, no
installation and configuration worries
❑Dimension: ATX Form Factor, 24.4cm(L) x 22cm(W)
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xii Introduction
Document
Conventions This manual uses the following conventions to help you locate and identify the information that
you need.
Table i: Document conventions.
Represention Use
bold Text that must be entered exactly as it appears.
italic Title of a book or a placeholder. A placeholder represents
information that you must provide.
UPPERCASE Directory name, file name, or acronym.
< > Symbols, letters, and key names on the keyboard.
This notepad icon indicates information that is of particular
importance and should be considered before continuing.
This alarm clock icon indicates that failure to adhere to directions
may result in loss of data or damage to your system.
The warning sign indicates that failure to adhere to directions may
result in bodily harm or life-threatening situations.
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Configuring BlasterBoard Hardware 1-1
1
Configuring BlasterBoard Hardware
Before you install the BlasterBoard onto the system chassis, you may find it convenient to first configure
the BlasterBoard’s hardware including setting jumpers, installing memory modules, and attaching
components.This chapter provides you with information regarding your PC-DVD Dxr3 upgrade
package.
Unpacking the
BlasterBoard The BlasterBoard includes the following items:
❑BlasterBoard and the device driver
❑Slot 1 holder and AT cables
❑User’s Guide
❑CD audio cable
❑Digital audio cable
The BlasterBoard is easily damaged by static electricity. Follow the precautions below while
unpacking or installing the BlasterBoard.
❑Do not remove the BlasterBoard from its original package until you are ready to install it.
❑Frequently ground yourself to discharge any static electric charge that may build up in your
body while working on installation and/or configuration. For example, you may ground
yourself by touching an unpainted portion of the computer’s metal chassis.
❑Remove the BlasterBoard from its anti-static packaging and place it on a grounded surface,
component side up.
Set the CMOS Clear jumper to
Normal Mode before use. The
shipped BlasterBoard is set to
Clear CMOS and will not boot
the system. See “J7: CMOS
Clear Selector” on page 1-7.
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1-2 Configuring BlasterBoard Hardware
❑Handle the BlasterBoard by its edges or by the mounting bracket to avoid touching its
components.
❑Check the BlasterBoard for damage. If an integrated circuit appears loose, press carefully
to seat it firmly in its socket.
❑Do not apply power if the BlasterBoard appears damaged. If there is damage to the board
contact your dealer immediately.
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Configuring BlasterBoard Hardware 1-3
BlasterBoard
Components This diagram of the BlasterBoard is for your reference.
I/O Battery
IR1 J7 COM2 MIC
Line in/rear Line out
GAME
VGA COM1
PRN
USB(B)
USB(T)
PS/2-KBD
PS/2-Mouse
PWR1
J13
J11 J12
FDC1
PCI-1
J10
CD1
CD2 Slot 1
J9
Sound
PCI-3 PCI-2
ISA
Chipset
FAN1
FAN2
Chipset
BIOS
IDE1 IDE2
W_UP_LAN1
J14
J5
PGA370
DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
Figure 1-1: The BlasterBoard 128 V2
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1-4 Configuring BlasterBoard Hardware
CPU Installation TheBlasterBoard supports IntelPentium® II CPUin
a Single Edge Contact (SEC) slot and a retention clip
set that fits three different types of Intel CPU (SEPP,
SECC, and SECC2). The retention clip set is
preinstalled to make the CPU installation easier.
However,the remaining steps needed to complete the
CPU installation are given below.
Installation
Procedures The following steps will guide you in installing your Intel Pentium® II properly.
Step 1 Place the BlasterBoard in front of you, oriented in the direction shown below.
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Step 2 One set of Slot 1 holders was installed on
your BlasterBoard; the two holders are
attached by screws. Lift up both of the
holders as shown.
Step 3 Flatten the two latches on each side of the CPU. Insert the CPU into
the holders. Lock the two latches to secure the CPU.
If a Celeron CPU is installed, continue with the following step.
Step 4 After installing the CPU in the holders, push the retention locks downward to
secure the CPU card as indicated.
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1-6 Configuring BlasterBoard Hardware
CPU Speed Setting The BlasterBoard’s CPU Plug and Play technology allows you to set the CPU speed in BIOS
setup. Enter BIOS Setup and select CPU Plug and Play Setup. Choose the correct speed to
match the CPU installed. If you need to change the CPU speed:
1. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Install a new CPU to Slot 1.
3. Clear CMOS RAM (see “Jumper Settings” on page 1-7) then power on the computer.
4. After the computer starts, enter BIOS Setup to set the new CPU speed.
Memory Installation The BlasterBoard supports up to 768MB of system memory through three DIMM sockets on
the board: Bank 0, Bank 1, and Bank 2:
If the CPU speed is set
incorrectly and fails to boot up
the system, then repeat steps 1, 3,
4.
• ISDRAM modules have to be
faster than 12ns("-12" parts).
If clock speed of 100 MHz
clock speed is used, the speed
of SDRAM modules should
meet the PC100 SDRAM
specification (8ns or "-8"
SDRAM at least).
• For the system to boot up,
SDRAM must be inserted in
DIMM1.
Bank Memory Module
Bank 0 DIMM1 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB
Bank 1 DIMM2 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB
Bank 2 DIMM3 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB
Total System Memory = Bank 0 + Bank 1 + Bank 2
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Jumper Settings
J14: CPU Type Selector The board supports two types of
CPU,oneforSlot1,oneforPGA370.
Set the J14 jumper to select CPU
type.
J7: CMOS Clear Selector The battery on the BlasterBoard is used to retain the system
configuration in CMOS RAM.
J8: Keyboard Power On
Selector This jumper is designed for Keyboard Power On function.
CPU Type Setting
Slot 1
PGA370
J14
Set the J7 jumper to Normal
Mode before use. If you need to
clear the CMOS, turn off your
system and unplug the power
cord.
Description Setting
Normal Mode
Clear CMOS
(while shipping)
The system power must provide
an 720mAon +|5VSB (+5V
Standby) signal.
Disabled
(default)
Description Setting
Enabled
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1-8 Configuring BlasterBoard Hardware
ATX Functions The BlasterBoard supports ATX power and ACPI functions.
Software Power-Off Follow the steps below to use “Software Power-Off Control” in Windows 95/98.
1. Click the START button on the Windows 95/98 taskbar.
2. Select Shut Down The Computer to turn off the computer. The message “It is now safe to
turn off your computer” is not shown when using this function.
Modem Ring Power Up If an external modem ring-up signal occurs while the computer is in the Soft-off/Suspend state,
the system wakes up and can be remotely accessed. Set the COM Ports option to Activity.
Alarm Wake Up If you want the computer to boot at a certain time, set the Power Up by Alarm option to Enabled,
and set the Alarm options in BIOS Setup.
Keyboard Power On You can set a hot key to power on the system when it is pressed. Enter BIOS Setup to set the
KB Power On Function and set the Keyboard Power On jumper (see “J8: Keyboard Power On
Selector” on page 1-7).
PWR1: ATX Power
Connector Connect the ATX power supply to this connector to provide power for the BlasterBoard.
J7 J8
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J5(21,22): Power Button/
Suspend Switch
Connector
Attach the ATX Power Button cable to the J5 connector. When the system is off, push the power
button to turn the system on.
When the system is on, push the power button rapidly to switch the system to the Suspend mode,
and push and hold the button for more than four seconds to turn the system completely off.
When the system is in the Suspend mode, push the power button rapidly to turn the system on.
W_UP_LAN1: Wake On
LAN Connector While in Suspend state, if an external LAN
signalisreceived,the system wakesup and can
be accessed with the LAN card.
Connectors Attach system components and devices to the BlasterBoard via the connectors. A description
of these connector follows. See page 3 for the location of the connectors.
PWR1
LAN1
J5
Turn off the power before making
any connection to the board.
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