IWILL P4DA User manual

IWILL P4DA Motherboard
User’s Manual

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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 reason-
able 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 communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television re-
ception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables and shielded AC power cable must be employed with this
equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this
device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer
makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically
disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
Furthermore, the manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make
changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to
notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
Intel and Pentium 4 are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and
are acknowledged.
Copyright
• Portions © Intel Corporation
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under
international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the
material contained herein, may be reproduced without the express written consent of the
copyright holders.
© February 2002 Version 1.0

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Contents
1: Introduction.................................................................... 1.1
Manual Structure............................................................................. 1.1
Manual Features .............................................................................. 1.2
If The Motherboard Is Already Installed ............................................1.2
If You Need To Install This Motherboard ............................................1.2
Critical Topics ................................................................................. 1.3
Packing List .................................................................................... 1.4
Pre-Use Checklist ............................................................................ 1.4
2: Key Features & Components .............................................. 2.1
Motherboard Layout ........................................................................ 2.2
Key Features & Components ............................................................. 2.4
ALi ALADDiN-P4 Chipset...............................................................2.5
CPU Socket ................................................................................... 2.5
System Memory Sockets ..................................................................2.6
The AGP Slot .................................................................................2.7
PCI Expansion Slots ....................................................................... 2.8
Drive Connectors ........................................................................... 2.9
IDE Drive Connectors ................................................................... 2.9
Floppy Disk Drive Connector .......................................................... 2.9
Other Internal Connectors ............................................................. 2.10
ATX Power Connectors ............................................................... 2.10
CPU & System Cooling Fan Connectors J15, 25, 26, 30 .................... 2.10
WOL: Wake On LAN Connector J21 ............................................... 2.11
WOR: Wake On Modem Connector J17 ........................................... 2.12
CD-In & AUX Audio Connectors CN3 & CN4 .................................... 2.12
IR Connector J10 ..................................................................... 2.13
USB Ports 3/4 Connector J14 ..................................................... 2.13
Front Panel Connectors .............................................................. 2.14
Battery Connector BT ................................................................ 2.14
External I/O Ports ......................................................................... 2.15
PS/2 Ports .............................................................................. 2.15
USB Ports ............................................................................... 2.15
Parallel Port ............................................................................ 2.16
Serial (COM) Ports .................................................................... 2.16
Audio Jacks & Connectors .......................................................... 2.17

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Jumpers ..................................................................................... 2.17
JP7 Clear CMOS ........................................................................ 2.17
Software Features.......................................................................... 2.18
Using the Power Installer Disc ....................................................... 2.18
Driver Software ........................................................................... 2.18
Utility Software ........................................................................... 2.20
3: Motherboard Configuration ............................................... 3.1
The Default Configuration ................................................................ 3.1
Hardware Configuration: Jumper Settings .......................................... 3.1
Jumper JP7: Clear CMOS Memory ................................................... 3.2
Firmware Configuration: The CMOS Setup Utility ................................. 3.4
Using the CMOS Setup Utility ........................................................3.4
Reconfiguring the Motherboard ........................................................ 3.6
Hardware Reconfiguration ............................................................... 3.6
Firmware Reconfiguration ............................................................... 3.6
4: Installing the Motherboard ............................................... 4.1
Pre-installation Preparation ............................................................. 4.1
Installing A CPU ............................................................................ 4.2
Processor Selection ..................................................................... 4.2
Installing The Processor............................................................... 4.3
Installing the Heatsink ................................................................ 4.5
Installing System Memory ...............................................................4.8
Memory Specifications ................................................................. 4.8
Memory Configuration Options ...................................................... 4.8
Installing Memory Modules........................................................... 4.9
System Memory Recognition ....................................................... 4.10
Installing the Motherboard in a System Housing ............................... 4.11
Motherboard Installation Procedure ............................................. 4.11
Connecting Front Panel Components ............................................ 4.12
Completing System Configuration ................................................... 4.13
5: System Configuration ....................................................... 5.1
Installing or Connecting Internal Peripherals .................................... 5.1
Installing an AGP Card.................................................................... 5.2
AGP Configuration ...................................................................... 5.2
Display Drivers ........................................................................... 5.2

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Connecting Internal Devices ............................................................5.3
Connecting IDE Devices ...............................................................5.3
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive...................................................... 5.4
Connecting External System Peripherals ............................................ 5.6
Connecting a Display Monitor ..........................................................5.6
Connecting a Keyboard & Mouse.......................................................5.6
Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility .................................................. 5.8
The CMOS Setup Utility User Interface ............................................... 5.8
Running the CMOS Setup Utility ....................................................5.8
CMOS Setup Utility Program Sections .............................................. 5.10
Standard CMOS Features ............................................................ 5.12
Advanced BIOS Features ............................................................ 5.13
Advanced Chipset Features ......................................................... 5.14
Integrated Peripherals ............................................................... 5.15
Power Management Setup .......................................................... 5.16
PnP/PCI Configurations ............................................................. 5.17
PC Health Status ...................................................................... 5.18
CPU Smart Setting .................................................................... 5.19
Load Fail-Safe Defaults.............................................................. 5.20
Load Optimized Defaults ............................................................ 5.20
Set Password ........................................................................... 5.21
Save & Exit Setup ..................................................................... 5.22
Exit Without Saving .................................................................. 5.22
Installing an OS & Support Software ............................................... 5.23
Installing an Operating System ...................................................... 5.23
Installing the Support Software ..................................................... 5.23
Installing Windows Drivers ......................................................... 5.24
The Make Driver Utility .............................................................. 5.26
Making Linux Support Disks ........................................................ 5.26
Installing the Utility Software ....................................................... 5.27
6: Using the Motherboard ..................................................... 6.1
Using System Features ..................................................................... 6.1
Front Panel System Controls & Indicators .......................................... 6.1
System Controls .........................................................................6.1
Indicator LEDs ...........................................................................6.3
System Wake Up Features ................................................................ 6.3
Wake-on LAN (WOL)....................................................................6.3
Wake-On-Modem (WOM) ..............................................................6.3

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Installing & Configuring An IR Port .................................................. 6.4
Performance Optimization ............................................................... 6.6
System Memory ............................................................................. 6.6
Disk Subsystems ............................................................................ 6.6
Processor Upgrades & Adjustments ................................................... 6.6
Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 6.7
Hardware Problems.......................................................................... 6.7
General Hardware Troubleshooting ....................................................6.7
Hardware Configuration Problems ..................................................... 6.8
Plug and Play Problems ............................................................... 6.9
Replacing the System Configuration Record ....................................... 6.9
Loading Optimized Defaults ............................................................. 6.9
7: Technical Specifications ................................................... 7.1

1: Introduction
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1: Introduction
This is the User’s Manual is for the P4DA motherboard.
Please read this chapter before you use your motherboard
and identify which parts of the manual you will need to
refer to, if any. Please pay particular attention to the Criti-
cal Topics section.
Manual Structure
This manual has seven chapters covering the following
topics:
Chapter 1: Introduction
Explains the manual structure and conventions and indi-
cates the most important topics in the manual. In addi-
tion, there is a list of what you should find in the
motherboard package and some pointers on things to do
before you configure or install the board.
Chapter 2: Key Features & Components
Details the motherboard’s hardware features and impor-
tant components and indicates their locations. Describes
the support software that comes with the board on the
Power Installer support CD-ROM disc.
Chapter 3: Motherboard Configuration
Lists the motherboard’s default configuration and con-
figuration options.
Chapter 4: Installing The Motherboard
Has information on how to prepare and install the
motherboard. Includes installing a CPU and system
memory and housing installation considerations.
What’s In This Chapter:
Introduction
Manual Structure
Manual Features
Critical Topics
Packing List
Pre-Use Checklist

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Chapter 5: System Configuration
Covers connecting system peripherals to the motherboard,
initial BIOS configuration using the CMOS Setup utility,
OS options and software installation.
Chapter 6: Using The Motherboard
Explains system operation features that derive from the
motherboard. Has information on performance optimi-
zation and troubleshooting.
Chapter 7: Technical Information
Lists the motherboard’s technical specifications.
Manual Features
This User’s Manual is intended to be useful and informa-
tive while also making it easy to quickly find specific
information or specifications. The manual has icons and
notes in the sidebar to note important topics, indicate
warnings or further explain and illustrate points. We
suggest that most users review the manual to become
familiar with the motherboard. Expert users may want to
review topics selectively, as needed.
If The Motherboard Is Already Installed
You may receive the motherboard installed in a working
system. If this is the case, you should still probably re-
view the sections on configuring and using the board,
especially if an Operating System is not installed yet.
If You Need To Install This Motherboard
We recommend that only experienced users and techni-
cians install this motherboard. Otherwise, we suggest
having a qualified computer technician install and con-
figure the system. This service is usually provided at a
nominal fee by better computer stores and service com-
panies.

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Critical Topics
Many users do not read through the entire User’s Manual.
While this may not be necessary for experienced users or
if the motherboard is already installed, there are some
topics which are particularly important and deserve your
specific attention. Some topics cover information critical
to the proper installation and use of the motherboard.
For this motherboard, please review the sections on the
following topics:
• CPU installation
Please see Chapter 4.
• System memory installation
Please see Chapter 4.
• AGP card installation
Please see Chapter 5.
• Required BIOS configuration
Please see Chapter 5.
• Support software installation
Please see Chapter 5.

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Packing List
The P4DA motherboard package includes the following
items:
• P4DA motherboard
• ATA-66/100/133 IDE connector cable
Connects IDE devices to one of the onboard IDE
connectors.
• Floppy Disk Drive connector cable
Connects floppy disk drives to the onboard floppy
disk connector.
• 3 Jumper Caps
Extra caps in case original caps are lost.
• Power Installer support CD-ROM disc
Includes support software, drivers and bundled soft-
ware utilities.
• User’s Manual
• Quick Installation Guide
Pre-Use Checklist
Before you install and use the motherboard, please do
the following:
• Check Package Contents
Please compare the package contents to the Packing
List on the previous page and confirm that all items
are present and undamaged.
• Missing or Damaged Accessories
If anything is missing, please contact your vendor.
• Motherboard Damage
If the motherboard has been visibly damaged, re-
turn the complete package to your vendor with proof
of purchase.

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• Prepare Minimum System Components
If you are installing the board in a new system, you’ll
need at least the following internal components;
• Intel Pentium 4 processor
• At least one DDR SDRAM memory module
• 1.5V AGP video display card
• Desired storage devices (hard disk, CD-ROM, etc.)
You will also need whatever external system peripherals
you intend to use, which will normally include at least a
keyboard, a pointing device and a video display monitor.

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2: Key Features & Components
This chapter explains the location and function of this
motherboard’s key features and components. In addition,
it details the software that comes on the Power Installer
support CD-ROM disc. Please review this chapter if you
are installing the motherboard. It is also useful for refer-
ence regarding feature functions after the board is in-
stalled in a working system.
Chapter Topics:
Hardware Features
Motherboard Layout
Key Features & Components
Software Features
Driver Software
Utility Software

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ALi
mPGA478B
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JP2
CPU
ATX PWR
Front Panel
BIOS
J14 J17 J21
JP7
J26
J25
J24
J23
J20
JP9
P4DA
CN3_AUX In
CN4_CD In
JP10
J16 J18 J19
J15
ALADDiN-P4
J13
J6
J7
J8
J9
J11
J30
Motherboard Layout
The diagram and key on these two pages shows the loca-
tion of key components on the motherboard.
AGP
PCI 1-5
Rear
I/O
Ports

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Motherboard Layout Key
Component Function
CPU mPGA478B CPU socket
J16, J18, J19 DIMM memory sockets for DDR SDRAM modules
AGP AGP slot for AGP 2X/4X display card
PCI 1 – 5 32-bit PCI expansion slots
Connectors
ATX PWR Power connector for ATX power supply
JP2 12V power connector for ATX power supply
J20, J23 Primary & Secondary IDE drive connectors
J24 Floppy disk drive connector
J15 CPU cooling fan connector
J25, J26, 30 Housing cooling fan connectors
JP10 IR port module connector
J14 USB 3/4 port bracket connector
CN4 CD–In CD-ROM drive audio-in connector
CN3 AUX – auxiliary audio-in connector
J21 WOL – Wake-On-LAN connector
J17 WOR – Wake-On-Ring connector
Front Panel Housing front panel feature connector
Jumpers
JP7 Clear CMOS jumper
Rear panel I/O ports See figure on next page

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Key Features & Components
This section explains the function and use of key fea-
tures and components on the motherboard. It also indi-
cates where to look in the manual for additional infor-
mation on configuring and using them.
This motherboard uses an ATX form factor PCB in a
design that integrates many features onto the board in-
cluding several external ports.
Rear I/O Panel Ports:
This figure show the ports
on the rear I/O panel. The
ports include, from top to
bottom:
PS/2 ports
Two USB ports & LAN port
Parallel & Serial ports
Audio & Game/MIDI ports
The ports have standard
color-coding as follows:
PS/2 Keyboard: Purple
PS/2 Mouse: Green
USB Ports: Black
Serial Ports: Teal
Parallel Port: Burgundy
Line-In jack: Light Blue
Line Out jack: Lime
Mic In jack: Pink
Game/MIDI: Gold
PS/2 Keyboard, PS/2 Mouse
USB2, USB1
Serial 1 (COM1)
Serial 2 (COM2)
Parallel
Game/MIDI
Line Out
Line In
Mic

2: Key Features & Components
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mPGA478B Socket:
This socket is for 478-pin
Pentium 4 CPUs only. Heatsink/fan assembly
mounting frame
ALi ALADDiN-P4 Chipset
This motherboard uses the ALADDiN-P4 chipset from
Acer Laboratories. It is a multi-function chipset for higher-
end performance and mainstream systems. The compo-
nents of the ALADDiN-P4 chipset include the following
devices mounted on the board:
•M1671 North Bridge
•M1535D+ South Bridge
The chipset provides host bus, memory, AGP, and I/O
interfaces with a 400MHz Front Side Bus.
CPU Socket
Function: The system CPU installs in this socket.
Description: The mPGA478B CPU socket supports all 478-
pin Intel Pentium 4 CPUs that use this socket. The
motherboard comes with a mounting frame mounted on
the board to attach the heatsink and cooling fan assem-
bly required by the Pentium 4 CPU.
More Information: See the section in Chapter 4 on “In-
stalling CPUs” for information supported CPUs and their
installation procedure. Technical specifications are listed
in Chapter 7.
mPGA478B
CPU

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System Memory Sockets
Function: The DIMM system memory sockets are for in-
stalling DDR SDRAM system memory modules.
Description: There are three DIMM memory module sock-
ets on the motherboard. These sockets are for installing
DDR SDRAM memory modules. The sockets function in-
dependently, allowing a variety of memory configura-
tions up to a total of 3GB using three 1GB DDR DIMMs.
More Information: See the section on Installing System
Memory in Chapter 4 for configuration specifications and
installation instructions. Technical specifications are listed
in Chapter 7.
DIMM Sockets:
System memory sockets
support DDR SDRAM mod-
ules.
See Chapter 4 for impor-
tant installation informa-
tion.