Delta M81 Series User manual

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CONTENTS
1. Checklist.............................................................2
2. Introduction........................................................3
3. Specification.......................................................4
4. Layout Guide......................................................6
5. Function Illustrations........................................8
6. Hardware Installation........................................20
7. BIOS Configuration .......................................... 25
8. Software Installation ....................................... 52
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1. Checklist
Check that your package is complete. If any listed items are missing, please
contact your retailer immediately. The M81-MX series motherboard package
contains the following.
Package box
M81-MX Series Motherboard
Anti-static bag
EPE sheet
Serial cable with bracket
User’s Manual
IDE 40-Pin ribbon cable
zIDE 40-Pin ribbon cable for Ultra DMA33 HDD
(Note : This item for M81L-MX motherboard only.)
zIDE 40-Pin ribbon cable for Ultra DMA33/66 HDD
(Note : The 80-Pin ribbon cable is designed with a 40-Pin connector
and this item for M81-MX, M81DC-MX motherboard.)
Floppy 34-Pin ribbon cable
Driver and Utilities CD
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2. Introduction
2. Introduction
The M81-MX series motherboard offers one of the highest performance solutions on the powerful
Intel PPGA370 processor. The motherboard uses the Intel i810 series chipset which includes
the FW82810/82810DC100 (North Bridge), FW82801AA/82801AB (South Bridge) and
N82802AB (Firmware Hub) chip in the Micro ATX form factor.
The principal feature of this motherboard is it can support PPGA370 Celeron processor
which is close to Pentium ºperformance because it includes the level-2 cache memory of
128K. However, they operate at a 66/100 MHz system bus and clock speed up to 500 MHz.
The i810 chipset is designed to reduce the cost and improve the multimedia capability of value
PCs. The chipset features an integrated AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) graphics controller
which is optimized to produce smooth rendition of 2D and 3D video. The graphics controller
improves performance and reduce cost by dynamically allocating a segment of active memory
as video memory. Also it uses Accelerated Hub Architecture to effectively double the bandwidth
between these components enabling more life like audio and video. It includes an integrated
Audio Codec controller of AC97 that lets the processor more effectively decode sound generated
by the integrated audio system or the integrated fax/modem. Finally, the N82802AB Firmware
Hub allows the system and video BIOS to be stored for faster execution and provides a
random number generator to enable strong encryption routines.
M81-MX series motherboard provides three 32-bit PCI slots and an AMR slot. The AMR slot
lets you install an AMR (Audio Modem Riser) card. Because the regulations regarding the use
of modem is different from country to country. Which can be used by third-party Audio Modem
Riser cards that have been certified for use in the local territory. The I/O port array features
PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, a parallel port, dual USB ports, a monitor port, a Game_MIDI
port and three audio jacks, also has two serial ports. The motherboard includes connections
for floppy disk drive and two support Ultra DMA 33/66 PCI IDE channel.
In addition to superior hardware capabilities, features like Plug and Play, Soft-off, ACPI
(Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface), Keyboard Power-On, Wake up
by Ring/LAN, fan off in sleeping state and BIOS upgraded are provided on M81-MX series
platform.
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3. Specification
Chipset
zM81L-MX Consists of the Intel’s FW82810 + FW82801AB
zM81-MX Consists of the Intel’s FW82810 + FW82801AA
zM81DC-MX Consists of the Intel’s FW82810DC100 + FW82801AA
zWinbond’s W83627HF LPC Super I/O
zAC97 Codec
CPU Support
zIntel’s PPGA370 Celeron Processors
System Bus Frequency
z66/100MHz System Bus Frequency Supported
zSystem Bus Frequency and CPU core voltage auto-detected
Memory
zMemory Capacity from 8MB up to 256MB
zOnboard Display Cache 4MB SDRAM interface (M81DC-MX only)
zTwo DIMM Sockets support PC-100 compliant SDRAMs
Expansion Slots
zThree 32-bit v2.2 PCI Slots supports up to 133MB/sec maximum throughput
zOne AMR Slot supports a very affordable Audio Modem Riser card
On Board I/O
zDual integrated IDE Controller supports Ultra DMA33/66 Mode and PIO
Mode 4
(M81L-MX motherboard supports Ultra DMA33 Mode and PIO Mode 4 only.)
zFloppy Disk Drive Interface
zDual high speed UART compatible Serial Ports
zSingle STD/ECP/EPP Parallel Port
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zIntegrated Consumer IR and Standard IR supports (This item is optional)
zDual Universal Serial Bus Ports
zDual PS/2 mini DIN supports Keyboard and Mouse
zIntegrated 3D/2D AGP Graphics Controller
zSingle Game_Audio/Line-in/Line-out/MIC Ports
zHardware Monitor Functions
zOnNow Functions
zPower Management Functions
zBuilt-in PCI 3D audio compliant with PC99, Intel AC97 and AMR v1.01
Power
zHarris HIP6021 PWM Power Controller
zMicro ATX Power Supply Configuration
BIOS
zAward Medallion v6.0 BIOS
Compliancies
zDOC Compliant
zCE Certification
Form Factor
zMicro ATX (244 x 200 x 1.6mm)
z4 Layer PCB Design
3. Specification
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4. Layout Guide
Use the following illustration and key to identify the components on your
motherboard.
PGA370 Socket for Intel’s PPGA370 Processors
Back Panel I/O Ports
CD-In Header
AMR (Audio Modem Riser) Slot
Three PCI Slots
COM2 Serial Header
Wake On LAN Connector
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IrDA compliant IR infrared Header (This item is optional)
Chassis Fan Connector
Flash BIOS Lock Header (This item is optional)
Buzzer
Lithium CR2032 Battery
Front Panel I/O Header
Power LED
CMOS Memory Clear Header
FDD Device Header
Two IDE (Primary and Secondary) Devices Header
Power Fan Connector
Two DIMM Sockets
CPU Fan Connector
Micro ATX Power Connector
4. Layout Guide
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5. Function Illustrations
Refer to this section for details on the hardware configuration. All jumper settings should be
configured prior to install the motherboard.
5.1. Processor socket “PGA370”
zPGA370 socket is a 370-Pin ZIF socket that can install the PPGA370 Celeron Processors.
5.2. DIMM socket “DIMM1/2”
zDIMM socket is a 168-Pin unbuffered type socket that can install a 3.3V unbuffered
SDRAM DIMM module.
zThe M81-MX series motherboard has two DIMM socket and maximum memory capacity
is 256MB.
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zFor best performance, we recommend to use PC-100 DIMM module on the
motherboard. If you install more than one module, the module should have different
capacities, but the memory chips should be the same type.
5.3. PCI slot “PCI1,2,3,”
zIt is a 120-Pin 32-bit expansion slot that accommodate all PCI peripherals and meet
the PCI v2.2 specifications.
zThe M81-MX series motherboard has three PCI slots for your expansion cards.
Note : Follow the steps mentioned below to install the PCI interface card.
zTurn off your system power & remove the system case.
zChoose an unused PCI slot and remove the slot cover .
zInsert the interface card with the bottom edge to the slot. (Never insert the card at an
angle). Check if your card is properly installed and refer to PCI card documentation
regarding any additional requirement.
zPlace the screw to fit the card.
zBefore place your system case back, please check if you need to install any other
card.
zThen place your system case back and make sure it is properly fixed by screw.
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5.5. FDD Device Header “FDC”
zIt is a 34-Pin box header that support up to two floppy disk drive devices of various
sizes and densities.
zFloppy disk drive’s priority is determined by the location of the drive on the cable.
When install only one floppy disk drive you must connect it to the master position on
the ribbon cable.
5.4. Audio Modem Riser Slot “AMR”
zIt is a 46-Pin expansion slot that accommodate a specially designed Audio Modem
Riser card called an AMR.
zMain processing is done through software and controller by motherboard’s I/O Controller
Hub. This provides an upgrade able audio/modem solution at an incredibly low cost.
Note : Follow the steps mentioned below to install a AMR card.
zPlease set jumper cap to the secondary position on the AMR interface card.
zInsert the AMR interface card with the bottom edge to the slot. (Never insert the card
at an angle). check if your card is properly installed.
zPlace the screw to fit the card.
zRefer to the AMR card’s documentation regarding any additional requirement.
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5.6. IDE Devices Header “IDE1,2”
zIt is a 40-Pin box header that support standard ATAPI IDE devices.
zThis is an dual channel IDE controller, a primary and a secondary. Each channel may
support up to two ATAPI IDE devices.
zThe primary channel has priority to the secondary channel. Within each channel, the
two different devices are distinguished by master and slave relationship. The master
device has priority over the slave device.
zWhen install more than one device in a channel you must set one a master and the
other as its slave device. These device setting are usually determined by a jumper cap
that is on the ATAPI IDE device.
zThe M81-MX and M81DC-MX motherboard may supports both the Ultra DMA33 and
Ultra DMA66 protocols. The M81L-MX motherboard may only support Ultra DMA33
protocols.
Note : In order to achieve higher data transfer rate, please used a 40-Pin Ultra DMA66
IDE ribbon cable. Please be remember that only M81DC-MX & M81-MX
Motherboard support Ultra DMA66 solution.
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5.7. Serial Port Header “COM2”
zIt is a 10-Pin box header that used for serial devices such as a mouse, fax/modem and
so on.
zThis serial port is identified by the system as COM2/4.
5.8. Front Panel I/O Header “FSP1”
The M81-MX series motherboard connectors to the front panel I/O are located on jumper
block FSP1. The illustrations is below.
zPower Switch - It is a 2-Pin header connects to the chassis-mounted power button.
zReset - It is a 2-Pin header connects to the chassis-mounted reset switch and is used
to reboot the system.
zHDD LED - It is a 2-Pin header connects to the chassis-mounted HDD LED to indicate
HDD activity.
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zKey Lock - It is a 2-Pin header connects to the chassis-mounted key lock switch. The
key lock switch is used to lock the keyboard for security purpose.
zPower LED - It is a 3-Pin header connects to the chassis-mounted power LED. Power
LED is on when the motherboard is supplied power.
5.9. Battery “BAT1”
zIt is a coin-cell style Lithium CR2032 battery is used to provide power to the RTC and
CMOS memory.
zThe battery has a three years life if the system is not powered up. When the system
powers up, the power for the RTC and CMOS RAM is supplied from the 3.3V power
supply to extend the life of battery.
zReplace if BIOS does not keep its settings.
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5.10. Buzzer “BZ1”
zIt is a 5 volts onboard buzzer. When system has any abnormally state that you will
hear warnings through buzzer.
5.11. Power / CPU / Chassis Fan Connector “J1,J2,J10”
zThese are 3-Pin connector that support cooling fan of 12 VDC/0.5A or less, when the
system goes into sleep state, fan should be shut down to eliminate audible noise and
reduce power consumption. You can monitor the fan speed by way of W83627HF
chip and the fan must come with a tachometer output.
zThe CPU and motherboard will overheat if there is no air flow across the CPU and
onboard heat-sink. Damage may occur to the motherboard and the CPU fan if these
pins are incorrectly used.
Pin Assignment
1 GND
2 +12V
3Speed/RPM
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5.12. IrDA compliant IR Infrared Header “J11” ( This item is optional )
zIt is a 10-Pin Standard IR(SIR) and Consumer IR(CIR) headers. That support an
optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. This module mounts to a
small opening on system case that support this feature.
zThis is an optional item and it must be connected to the CIR and SIR header
simultaneously for both wireless transmitting and remote control functions through
one external infrared module.
5.13. Wake On LAN Header “J9”
zIt is a 3-Pin 2.0mm header that used for remote wake up of system through a network.
zThis feature requires that Wake On LAN is set to Enable on the BIOS setup and your
system has an Micro ATX power supply with at least +5V standby/720mA power.
Pin Assignment
1 Wake-Up Signal
2 GND
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IRRx 5 6 +5VSB
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IRTx 9 10 NC
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Jumper Cap Function
Short Pin 1-2 Normal Operation
Short Pin 2-3 Clear CMOS
5.14. CMOS Memory Clear Header “JP1”
zIt is a 3-Pin header that if your system can not boot-up because you forgot your
password or the CMOS setting need to be reset to default values after the system
BIOS has been updated.
The following instructions can be performed to clear the CMOS and password.
zTurn off your system power.
zplace a jumper cap to short Pin 2 and Pin 3 of JP1 for 3~5 seconds.
zPut jumper cap back to Pin 1 and Pin 2 of JP1.
zTurn on your system power then access BIOS setup. Please refer to BIOS comfiguration
illustration.
5.15. Flash BIOS Lock/Unlock “JP2” ( This item is optional )
zIt is a 2-Pin header that support Flash BIOS Lock/Unlock function.
zFlash BIOS is stored on an Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EPROM)
chip. This means that you can erase the current BIOS and flashing a new BIOS, you
must set JP2 to Unlock. After the new BIOS is installed, set JP2 to Lock so that the
BIOS cannot be erased by accident.
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5.16. CD-In Header “J6,J7”
zCD-in J7 is a 4-Pin 2.54mm audio header which can be used to input the audio from
a CD-ROM or DVD drive.
zCD-in J6 4-Pin 2.0mm header is exactly the same, except that it support an alternative
kind of connector. Use either J6 or J7 to connect your CD-ROM or DVD drive audio
output.
5.17. Power Connector “ATX1”
zIt has a single lead connector with a clip on one side of the plastic housing. There is
only one way to plug the lead into the power connector “ATX1”. Press the lead connector
down until the clip snaps into place and secures the lead on to the connector.
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5.18. Back Panel I/O Connectors “PS/2, USB, LPT, COM1, VGA1, Game_Audio”
The back panel provides external access to PS/2 style Keyboard and Mouse port, one
Serial port, one AGP display port, one Parallel port, dual USB port and one Game_Audio
port, which are integrated on the motherboard for PC99 specification.
zPS/2 is a dual mini DIN ports. The upper port can be used by a PS/2 Mouse or
Pointing device. The lower port can be used by a PS/2 Keyboard.
zUSB is a dual Universal Serial Bus ports. Use these ports to connect to USB devices
(USB Mouse, Keyboard, Scanner, Modem, etc.)
zLPT is a highrise Parallel port that can be used by Printers or other Parallel
communication devices.
zCOM1 is a Serial port that can be used by Serial devices such as a Mouse, External
Modem, Drawing Tablet, Plotter, etc.
zVGA1 is a AGP display port for output to a Monitor device.
zGame_Audio is dual port for Game_ MIDI, Line-Out, Line-In, Microphone. The upper
is a Game_MIDI port that can be used by a Joystick controller or a MIDI device. The
lower is three 1/8” Audio jack. The left side jack is for a stereo Line-Out signal to
Speaker device. The middle jack is for a stereo Line-In signal to Audio Input device.
The right side jack is for stereo Microphone.
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PW ON/OFF 14 4 +5V
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GND 16 6 +5V
GND 17 7 GND
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