Diamond Multimedia Micronics C400 User manual

Micronics C400
Pentium II
System Board Manual
DocumentNumber:06-00351-01,Rev.B01
August1998
2880JunctionAvenue,SanJose,CA.95134-19228

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Trademarks
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Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Cor-
poration. Intel, PCI and AGP are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation. All other product names mentioned herein are used for
identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their
respective companies.

Micronics C400 System Board Manual 1
Table of Contents
Introduction 5
Features 6
SoftwareCompatibility 7
ContentsListing 7
BeforeYouBegin 8
Chapter 1 - Quick Installation 9
InstallingtheMicronicsC400 9
Chapter 2 - Configuring the Micronics C400 11
Static Electricity 11
EnvironmentConsiderations 11
MicronicsC400System Board 12
Jumper and Connector Settings 13
Chapter 3 - Installing the Micronics C400 17
Introduction 17
SystemMemorySupport 17
InstallingtheMicronicsC400 18
ToolsRequired 18
Equipment Required 18
SystemMemory 19
AddingMemory 19
MemoryConfigurations 20
CPUInstallation 22
InstallingtheCPU RetentionMechanism 22
InstallingaCPU 23
CPUInstallationOverview 25
CPUInstallation(Boxversion) 26
InstallingDIMMs 27

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RemovingDIMMs 27
Installinga PCI PeripheralCard 28
InstallinganISA PeripheralCard 29
InstallinganAGPPeripheralCard 30
Chapter 4 - The BIOS Setup Utility 31
Configuration 31
InitialBootup 31
Setup 31
RunningtheSetupProgram 33
Standard CMOS Setup 34
BIOS Features Setup 36
Chipset Features Setup 40
PowerManagementSetup 43
PnP/PCIConfigurationSetup 47
LoadBIOS Defaults 49
Load Setup Defaults 49
IntegratedPeripherals 50
SupervisorPassword 53
UserPassword 53
IDE HDD Auto Detection 54
HDDLow LevelFormat 55
Save and Exit Setup 56
ExitWithoutSaving 56
Chapter 5 - Special Features 57
Intel’s440BXAGPset 57
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 57
SDRAM(SynchronousDRAM) 58
Wake On LAN 58
UltraDMA/33 IDE 59
UniversalSerialBus(USB) 59
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Appendix A - Technical Information 61
Specifications 61
EnvironmentalSpecifications 63
TemperatureRange 63
RelativeHumidity 63
BatteryDisposal 64
SupportandInformationServices 65
TechnicalSupport 65
Appendix B - POST Codes 67
Appendix C - POST Messages 71
Appendix D - Updating the System BIOS 73
Appendix E - Warranties and Notices 75
LimitedWarranty 75
Non-WarrantyService 76
FCC Statement 77
Glossary 78
Index 82
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List of Figures
Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen 10
Figure 2.1: Micronics C400 System Board 12
Figure 2.2: Back Panel Connections 12
Figure 3.1: Installing a 168-Pin DIMM 27
Figure 3.2: Installing a PCI Peripheral Card 28
Figure 3.3: Installing an ISA Peripheral Card 29
Figure 3.4: Installing an AGP Peripheral Card 30
Figure 4.1: Power-Up Screen 32
Figure 4.2: Main CMOS Setup Screen 33
Figure 4.3: Standard CMOS Setup Screen 34
Figure 4.4: BIOS Features Setup Screen 36
Figure 4.5: Chipset Features Setup Screen 40
Figure 4.6: Power Management Screen 43
Figure 4.7: PnP/PCI Configuration Screen 47
Figure 4.8: Integrated Peripherals Screen 50
Figure 4.9: IDE HDD Auto Detection Screen 54
Figure 4.10: HDD Low Level Format Screen 55
List of Tables
Table 2.1: CPU Speed Selection 13
Table 2.2: Clear Password/Keylock/Power LED Settings 13
Table 2.3: Connector & Peripheral Connections 14
Table 3.1: Memory Configurations 20
Table A.1: Support and Information Services 66

Micronics C400 System Board Manual
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Micronics C400 system
board. The Micronics C400 is an advanced single proces-
sor solution for high-performance desktops and worksta-
tions.
Based on the highly acclaimed Intel 440BX AGPset,
Micronics C400 supports the next generation of the
PentiumII, which offers flexibility and the highest level
of performance. It features support for 100MHz Front
Side Bus (FSB) speeds and accepts PCI, ISA and AGP
expansion cards.
Richwithfeatures,MicronicsC400providesUltraDMA/
33 IDE hard drive protocol (up to 33MBytes/sec transfer
rate), PC-100 SDRAM memory support and optional mi-
croprocessorsystem hardwaremanagement support.
Diamond builds all products to exacting standards, using
the highest quality components available. We are proud
to provide this system board and believe you will be
pleased with your purchase.
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Features
The Micronics C400 includes the following features:
▲Single Intel Slot 1for: -
IntelCeleron233-333MHz(66MHzFSB)
IntelPentiumII 350-450MHz(100MHzFSB)
▲Intel440BXAGPset
IntelPIIX4e
▲OneAGP slot
Four32-bitPCIslots
One shared PCI/ISA slot
One16-bitISAslot
▲Bus Speed - 66 and 100MHz
▲Three3.3Vunbuffered64/72-bit168-pinDIMMsockets
Maximum memory - 768MB for SDRAM (PC-100Mhz
supported)
ECC support via chipset
▲HardwareManagement- microprocessorsystemhardware
monitor w/ CPU and chassis fan temperature sensors
▲Ultra DMA/33 IDE support
▲Mini ATX form factor
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Software Compatibility
TheMicronicsC400systemboardhasbeenthoroughlytested
for compatibility with a variety of operating systems and
environments,including:
▲Microsoft -
DOS 6.2x
Windows95
Windows98
WindowsNT3.5x
Windows NT 4.0
▲IBM -
OS/2 Warp 4.0
▲SCO -
UNIXWare 2.1.1
OpenServer5.04
▲Novell -
NetWare 3.12
NetWare 4.11 (IntranetWare)
Contents Listing
The standard package should contain the following items.
Check to make sure that all the items are included.
▲Micronics C400 System Board
▲Micronics C400 CD (includes this manual in Adobe
Acrobatformat)
▲Twodevice 34-pinfloppy diskdrive ribboncable
▲Two device 40-pin hard disk drive ribbon cable
▲Pentium II CPU retention post set
Introduction

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Before You Begin
This manual will familiarize you with the features, installa-
tion and use of your Micronics C400. There are several
symbols and conventions used throughout this manual to
helpdrawyourattentionto afeatureortofocus onimportant
information:
When you see the Magnifying Glass, it refers
to something you should take a closer look at
before proceeding further.
When you see the Exclamation Mark, it gives
important information on avoiding damage.
Common Names
AGP Accelerated Graphics Port
DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module
DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory
ECC Error Checking and Correction
EDO Extended Data Out
IDE Integrated Drive Electronics
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect
SDRAM Synchronous DRAM
SPD Serial Presence Detect
USB Universal Serial Bus
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Chapter 1: Quick Installation
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1
Chapter
Quick Installation
We know that many experienced people prefer to read as
little of the documentation as possible. If this sounds like
you, here’s the short form to get up and running quickly.
Installing the Micronics C400
1. Make backup copies of your installation and configu-
ration diskettes.
2. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static dis-
charge by using an anti-static wrist or ankle strap, or
touch a safely grounded metal object.
3. Remove the Micronics C400 from its packaging.
4. Configure and verify the system board’s jumper set-
tings (refer to Jumper Settings in Chapter 2).
5. Install the CPU and the system memory. Be sure to
attach the Retention Mechanism as described in
Chapter 3.
6. Install the system board in the chassis and make all
necessary case connections.
7. Install any ISA, PCI and/or AGP add-on peripherals
(refer to Chapter 2 for the location of the slots).
8. Connect any optional devices.
9. Turn the computer on and press the <DEL> key
when you see the screen shown in Figure 1.1.
STATIC!
Before
handling the
Micronics
C400, be
properly
grounded
by using a
special wrist
or ankle
strap, or
touch a
safely
grounded
object.

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Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen
Chapter 1: Quick Installation
10. The main CMOS Setup Utility screen (Figure 4-2)
appears. Note that the Setup program can only be
activated during the boot sequence.
11. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to
match your configuration. If installing an IDE drive,
select the IDE device you wish to configure. Press
ENTER with Autotype Fixed Disk selected and the
BIOS will automatically configure the drive for you
(refer to Chapter 4).
12. After you have configured the Standard CMOS Setup
settings, make any desired setting configurations in
the other available menus. When finished, go to the
exit screen, select “Save and Exit Setup” and you are
finished with the BIOS configuration (see Chapter 4).

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Configuring the Micronic s C400
Although the Micronics C400 system board is packaged
in materials that are designed to protect it from physical
damage and static electricity, it is important to use care
while unpacking the board and setting it up.
Static Electricity
The Micronics C400 is shipped from the factory in an
anti-static bag. To reduce the possibility of damage from
static discharge, it is important to neutralize any static
charges your body may have accumulated before han-
dling the board.
The best way to do this is to ground yourself using a
special anti-static wrist or ankle strap. If you do not have
an anti-static strap available, touch both of your hands
to a safely grounded object, such as the power supply or
chassis of a computer that is connected to the power
socket. After you have grounded yourself, ground the
Micronics C400 board via one of the solder pads that
surround its mounting holes. When you remove the
Micronics C400 from its packaging, place it on top of the
anti-static bag, and carefully inspect the board for dam-
age which might have occurred during shipment.
Environment Considerations
Make sure the finished computer system is in an area
withgood ventilation.The systemshould not bein direct
sunlight, near heaters, or exposed to moisture, dust, or
dirt.
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Micronics C400 System Board
Back Panel Connections
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Figure 2-1: Micronics C400 System Board Diagram
Figure 2-2: Back Panel Connections
(Intel Venus I/O Shield Compatible)
Parallel Port (Printer)
USB 1
USB2
COM1 COM2
PS/2
Mouse
PS/2
Keyboard

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Jumper and Connector Settings
This section provides jumper and connector settings for the Micronics
C400 system board that may or may not need to be changed. Other
configurations can be changed through the BIOS Setup.
Table2-1liststhejumpersettingstoselecttheCPUbusspeedfrequency.
Table2-2 lists the settings forclearing a password, locking yourcase and
thepowerLED.ToclearapasswordsetintheBIOS,placeajumperonJP1.
The Power LED is the same as the Power LED in the Front Panel
connectors.
Table 2-1:CPU Speed Selection
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Table 2-2:Clear Password/Key Lock/Power LED Settings
Clear
Password
LED -
N/A
LED +
Ground
Keylock
Keylock
Power
LED
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Table 2-3 lists the connector settings and their functions.
Table 2-3: Connector and Peripheral Connections
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Table 2-3a: Connector and Peripheral Connections
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Chapter 3: Installing the Micronics C400
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Chapter
Installing the Micronic s C400
Introduction
This chapter explains how to install the Micronics C400
system board, memory, CPU and peripherals.
WARNING: Before installing or removing any peripherals
or components, make sure you have a clear work space and
that you adhere to all anti-static precautions described in
Chapter 1. Diamond recommends that only trained techni-
cians install and configure the system board.
Damage which occurs to the board while adding or removing
peripherals or components may void the warranty. If prob-
lems arise while installing peripherals, contact the computer
dealerwhere you purchased the peripheral or Diamond’s Tech-
nical Support Department.
System Memory Support
The flexibility of the Micronics C400 is augmented by its
support for EDO and SDRAM memory. The Micronics
C400supportsECC(with72-bitDIMMs)viathechipset.
SDRAMspeedandsynchronousoperationhaveenabled
the breakthrough in memory-systems design needed to
meet the demands of fast high-performance processors.
SDRAM improves bandwidth to main memory because
alladdress,dataandcontrolsignalsaresynchronizedwith
the system clock. With all operations synchronized,
system wait states are reduced, thus providing increased
performanceoverconventionalDRAM.
ThenewPC-100SDRAMmemoryhasthesametechnol-
ogy as standard SDRAM, but is faster due to its ability to
support the new Intel BX chipset and system boards that
support the 100MHz Front Side Bus speeds.
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Installing the Micronic s C400
InstallationoftheMicronicsC400systemboarddependson
thetype ofcaseyouuse.TheMicronicsC400isdesignedfor
the Mini ATX form factor and may be installed into most
cases.Installthesystemboardintothechassisusingthetools
and equipment required and make all necessary case con-
nections.
NOTE: If you are unfamiliar with installing a system board,
Diamond highly recommends that you read the computer user’s
manual or contact your dealer’s technical support department.
ToolsRequired
Diamondrecommendsusingthefollowingtoolstoinstallthe
MicronicsC400:
❏SmallPhillipsscrewdriver
❏Tweezers or a pair of needle-nose pliers
❏Tray (to hold loose screws)
EquipmentRequired
Diamondrecommends using thefollowing equipment with
the Micronics C400 for a typical configuration:
❏ATX chassis with standard hardware.
❏Ahigh-qualityATXpowersupplycapableofproviding
continuous power within a 3 volt range. A power filter
may be used with a noisy AC power source.
❏PS/2mouseand compatiblekeyboard.
❏Eight ohm speaker.
❏Standardribbon cables for internalconnections.
❏Standardpower cord(grounded).
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