MATSONIC MS7101C User manual

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Version 1.0

Safety Compliance
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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 there is no 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 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.
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.

Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ..............................................1
Welcome.......................................................................1
About the Manual..........................................................2
Checklist........................................................................3
Standard Items-------------------------------------------------3
Recommendations........................................................3
Features........................................................................4
Chapter 2: Installation ................................................7
Quick Installation Table.................................................7
Quick Jumper Setting Reference..................................8
Before You Begin..........................................................9
Static Electricity------------------------------------------------9
Choosing a Case ----------------------------------------------10
How to Set Jumpers ------------------------------------------10
Preparing the Mainboard...............................................11
Mainboard Guide ----------------------------------------------11
Check the Jumper Settings ---------------------------------13
Connecting Power, Chassis Fans, and Panel----------16
Install Other Hardware..................................................18
Install the Processor------------------------------------------18
Installing a Slot1 Processor---------------------------------20
Installing a Socket-370 Processor-------------------------22
Install the Memory Modules---------------------------------24
Install a Hard Disk Drive and CD-ROM/DVD -----------25
Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive--------------------------28
Using the Expansion Slots ----------------------------------29
Add-in Card Options------------------------------------------31
Install Extension Brackets and Modules -----------------32
Chapter 3: Setup .........................................................38
About the Setup Utility...................................................38
Starting the Setup Utility-------------------------------------38
How to Flash a New BIOS-----------------------------------40
Standard CMOS Setup Option......................................41
BIOS & CPU Features Setup Option............................42
Chipset Features Option...............................................45
Power Management Setup Option................................47
PNP/PCI Configuration Option......................................50

Load BIOS Defaults Option...........................................51
Load Optimum Settings.................................................51
Integrated Peripherals Option.......................................52
Supervisor and User Password Settings ......................54
IDE HDD Auto Detection Option...................................54
Save And Exit Setup Option..........................................55
Exit Without Saving Option ...........................................55
Chapter 4: Software....................................................56
About the Software........................................................56
Folders for this Mainboard ............................................56
Running the Support CD-ROM .....................................58
Utility Folder Installation Notes .....................................58
CMI8X38 Folder Installation Notes...............................59
Audio Software------------------------------------------------- 59
Modem Driver and Software-------------------------------- 60
VIA Folder Installation Notes.........................................60
Mainboard (MS7101C) Installation Notes.....................61
Appendix 1: Quick Jumper Setting Reference.........62
Appendix 2: Glossary.................................................64

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Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing the MS7101C mainboard. The mainboard
includes a Slot1 processor slot and a PPGA (Plastic Pin Grid Array)
Celeron Socket-370 processor socket. This feature means that you
can install the mainboard with either a Pentium-II or Pentium-III
cartridge, the SEPP (Single Edge Processor Package) Celeron
cartridge, or one of the new generation PPGA (Plastic Pin Grid
Array) Celerons.
The MS7101C is a baby-AT sized mainboard that uses 4-layer printed
circuit board and measures 22cm x 22cm. The mainboard features the
VIA Apollo Pro Plus chipset. The MS7101C has a slot1 and a socket-370
so that it can be installed with either a slot1 processor (SEPP Celeron,
Pentium-II, Pentium-III) or a socket-370 processor (PPGA Celeron). The
mainboard includes an integrated audio system and a plug-in fax/modem
module. The board has an AGP slot for a graphics adapter, three PCI
slots and one legacy ISA slot. The mainboard has power connectors for
both ATX and AT power supplies, so that it can be installed in practically
any kind of PC case.

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This chapter contains the following information:
!About the Manual explains how the information in this manual is
organized
!Checklist comprises a list of the standard and optional components
that are shipped with this mainboard
!Recommendations lists some Do’s and Don’ts from the
manufacturer to help ensure reliability and performance from this
product
!Features highlights the functions and components that make this
one of the best value mainboards on the market
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following chapters:
Introduction
Use the Introduction Chapter to learn about the features of the
mainboard, and the checklist of items that are shipped with the package.
Installation
Use the Installation Chapter to learn how to install the mainboard and
get your system up and running.
Setup
Use the Setup Chapter to configure the mainboard for optimum
performance.
Software
Use the Software Chapter to learn how to use the software drivers and
support programs that are provided with this mainboard.

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Checklist
Compare the contents of your mainboard package with the standard
checklist below. If any item is missing or appears damaged, please
contact the vendor of your mainboard package.
Standard Items
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"1 x MS7101C Mainboard
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"1 x Cable/Bracket Pack
Diskette drive ribbon cable
IDE drive ribbon cable
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"Parallel port extension bracket
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"Serial ports extension bracket
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"Audio ports extension bracket
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"This User’s Manual
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"Software Support CD-ROM Disc
Optional Items
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"ATX Form Bracket (2 USB ports, IR port, PS/2 mouse port)
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"Digital audio extension bracket
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"V.90 Fax/modem module
Recommendations
This mainboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and
system bus frequency for the kind of processor that you install. You may
be able to change these automatic settings by making changes to
jumpers on the mainboard, or changing the settings in the system setup
utility. We strongly recommend that you do not overclock the mainboard
to run processors or other components faster than their rated speed.
Overclocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Overclocking can
permanently damage the mainboard by generating excess heat in
components that are run beyond the rated limits.
Components on this mainboard can be damaged by discharges of static
electricity. Handle the board carefully holding it by the edges. Don’t flex

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or stress the circuit board. Keep the board in its static-proof packing until
you are ready to install it. Follow the static guidelines given at the
beginning of Chapter 2.
Features
The key features of this mainboard are the wide range of processors that
can be installed, and the support for both AT and ATX power supplies.
Wide Choice of Processors
This mainboard provides an excellent platform for an inexpensive value
PC that is internet-ready thanks to the fax/modem module. The socket-
370 can be installed with a PPGA Celeron processor. The PPGA
Celeron has 32k of internal cache memory, 128K of external cache
memory, and operates over a 66 MHz system bus. The PPGA Celeron
ships with clock speeds running from 300 MHz through to 500 MHz. The
PPGA Celeron is the ideal processor choice for an entry-level PC.
For better performance, the MS7101C can be installed with a slot1
processor. The SEPP (Single Edge Processor Package) Celeron is the
least expensive slot-1 processor. It has 32K of internal cache memory,
128K of external cache memory (except for older versions), and
operates over a 66 MHz system bus. SEPP Celerons ship with clock
speeds ranging from 266 MHz through to 500 MHz.
For higher-performance business-class computing, the slot1 can be
installed with a Pentium-II or Pentium-III processor cartridge. The
Pentium-II and Pentium-III have 32K of internal cache memory and 512K
of external cache memory. They operate over a 100 MHz system bus
(except for older versions). The Pentium-III includes new instructions that
are designed to enhance multimedia/internet computing by providing
rapid encoding and decoding of the compressed audio and video files
which are pervasive in the internet environment. The Pentium-II ships
with clock speeds running from 233 MHz through to 450 MHz. The
Pentium-III ships with clock speeds of 450 MHz, 500 MHz and 550 MHz.
VIA Apollo Pro Plus Chipset
The VIA Apollo Pro Plus chipset is a high performance chipset that
ensures full support for Intel’s Slot1 and socket-370 processors. The
chipset supports both 66 MHz and 100 MHz front side buses and
SDRAM memory installation of up to 768 MB. Support is provided for a
2x AGP slot and Rev. 2.2 PCI slots with Ultra DMA 33/66. The chipset is
compliant with the PC98/99 specifications.

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Inexpensive Memory
The board has three DIMM sockets for the installation of 168-pin, 3.3V
non-buffered DIMM memory modules. The DIMM memory modules must
be installed with SDRAM memory chips. The board supports a memory
bus of 66 MHz or 100 MHz, so you can choose between inexpensive 66
MHz memory modules or high-performance PC-100 memory modules.
Each installed memory module can be populated with 8 MB up to 256
MB of memory, so a maximum total of 768 MB memory can be installed.
Highly Integrated Design
The ITE LPC I/O controller handles the mainboard’s I/O functions. The
CMI 8738/PCI C3DX is a two-chip solution that provides an integrated
audio and fax/modem system.
Built-in PCI 3D Sound
The system includes built-in PCI 3D audio support. The chip provides
Sound Blaster 16-bit-compatible audio, plus support for Microsoft’s
DirectSound 3D specification and Aureal A3D interface. The sound ports
include jacks for speakers, microphone and stereo in, and a game/MIDI
port. The audio system supports full duplex operation and drivers are
available for WIN 95/98 and WIN NT 4.0. The audio system can output
sound to 4 loudspeakers and also supports SPDIF 24-bit digital sound
input and output.
Built-in V.90 Fax/modem
The mainboard includes an integrated fax/modem. The fax/modem
supports 56 Kbps transmission using the V.90 protocol. The fax/modem
is integrated with the built-in audio system to support voice as well as
data transmissions. You must install a fax/modem module (with line and
telephone sockets) in order to use the integrated fax/modem.
Expansion Options
The board has plenty of expansion potential with one 2x AGP slot for an
AGP graphics adapter, three 32-bit PCI slots, and one legacy 8/16-bit
ISA slot. The ISA slot is shared with one of the PCI slots which means
that you can use either of the slots but not both at the same time. The
PCI slots support Ultra DMA with speeds of 33/66 MHz.
Integrated I/O
Using the ITE LPC I/O chip and the VIA Apollo Pro Plus chipset, the
board has a comprehensive set of integrated I/O ports. The I/O ports are
installed as connectors on the mainboard and can be installed on the
system case using extension brackets. The I/O ports include one PS/2
mouse port, a parallel port, two USB ports, and an infrared port. The

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mainboard includes connections for floppy diskette drives and two PCI
IDE channels.
Keyboard Power On Feature
Using the system BIOS setup program, you can configure the system to
turn on using a keyboard typed password. A green keyboard is not
required.
Hardware Monitoring
The system supports hardware monitoring so that monitoring software
applications can generate warnings if critical parameters, such as
voltages and temperatures, are exceeded
Programmable Firmware
The mainboard includes Award BIOS which allows BIOS setting of CPU
parameters. The fully programmable firmware enhances the system
features and allows users to set power management, CPU and memory
timing, LAN and modem wake-up alarms, and so on. The firmware can
also be used to set parameters for different Celeron processor clock
speeds so that you don’t need to change mainboard jumpers and
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Quick Installation Table
This chapter explains how to successfully install the mainboard into a
computer case and build a working system. The installation procedure is
as follows:
Quick Jumper
Setting Reference Provides a quick reference for the jumper
settings on this mainboard.
Before you Begin Provides advice on choosing a case,
avoiding static electricity damage, and setting
jumpers.
Preparing the
Mainboard Provides a guide to the mainboard and I/O
port locations, full details on the jumper
settings, and advice on installing the
mainboard in the system case.
Install Other
Hardware Provides guidance on installing essential
hardware: processor, memory, hard disk
drive, CD-ROM, floppy disk drive, and
expansion cards.
Make the External
Connections Provides advice on using the external I/O
ports to install peripheral devices such as a
keyboard, a monitor, a mouse, a printer,
loudspeakers, and so on.

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Quick Jumper Setting Reference
If you are familiar with most of the material in this chapter, you can begin
preparing the mainboard for installation by using this quick reference to
begin setting the jumpers. A detailed description of the jumper setting
appears later in this chapter.
JP1A: Audio enable/disable jumper
Use this jumper to enable or disable the audio system integrated on the
mainboard.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable audio Open pins 1-2
Disable audio Short pins 1-2
JP1B: Modem enable/disable jumper
Use this jumper to enable or disable the modem integrated on the
mainboard.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable modem Open pins 1-2
Disable modem Short pins 1-2
Note: If you use jumper JP1A to disable the audio system, the
modem is automatically disabled as well, even if JP1B is set to
enabled.
JP2: Keyboard power on jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to enable keyboard power on with hot keys or
password.
Function Jumper Cap
Disable keyboard power on Short pins 1-2
Enable keyboard power on Short pins 2-3
JP4: Select Slot1 or Socket-370 jumper
Use this jumper to select if you are installing a processor into the Slot1 or
a processor into the socket-370.
Function Jumper Cap
Select Slot1 Short Pins 1-2
Select socket-370 Short pins 2-3
1
2
JP1A
JP1B
3
2
1
JP2
1 2 3
JP4
1
2

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JP5: Clear CMOS memory jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to clear all the current data stored in the CMOS
memory.
Function Jumper Cap
Normal operation Short pins 1-2
Clear CMOS Short pins 2-3
J8: System bus frequency select jumper
When this jumper is open, it forces the mainboard to use a 100 MHz
system bus, even if the processor requires a 66 MHz bus. When the
jumper is short, the board automatically detects which bus frequency to
use. This jumper is for testing purposes and we recommend that you
always leave it at the normal operation setting.
Function Jumper Cap
Normal operation Short pins 1-2
Force 100 MHz Open pins 1-2
Before You Begin
Before you begin to install your MS7101C mainboard, take some
precautions to ensure that you avoid the possibility of damage to the
product from static electricity. Ensure too that you are installing the
mainboard into a suitable case.
Static Electricity
In adverse conditions, static electricity can accumulate and discharge
through the integrated circuits and silicon chips on this product. These
circuits and chips are sensitive and can be permanently damaged by
static discharge.
♦If possible wear a grounding wrist strap clipped to a safely
grounded device during the installation.
♦If you don’t have a wrist strap, discharge any static by touching
the metal case of a safely grounded device before beginning the
installation.
♦Leave all components inside their static-proof bags until they are
required for the installation procedure.
♦Handle all circuit boards and electronic components carefully.
Hold boards by the edges only. Do not flex or stress circuit
boards.
1
2
3
JP5
1
2
J8

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Choosing a Case
This is a baby-AT sized mainboard that measures 220mm x 220mm. It
has 3 PCI slots, one ISA slot and an AGP slot. The mainboard has
connectors for either an ATX or an AT power supply so it can be
installed in almost all computer cases. Some features on the mainboard
are implemented by cabling connectors on the mainboard to indicators
and switches on the system case. Ensure that your case supports all the
features required. The MS7101C mainboard can support one or two
floppy diskette drives and four enhanced IDE drives. Ensure that your
case has sufficient power and space for all the drives that you intend to
install.
How to Set Jumpers
A jumper consists of two or more pins mounted on the mainboard. Some
jumpers might be arranged in a series with each pair of pins numbered
differently. Jumpers are used to change the electronic circuits on the
mainboard. When a jumper cap is placed on two jumper pins, the pins
are SHORT. If the jumper cap is removed (or placed on just a single pin)
the pins are OPEN.
This illustration shows a 2-pin jumper. When the
jumper cap is placed on both pins, the jumper is
SHORT. If you remove the jumper cap, or place the
jumper cap on just one pin, the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. The jumper cap is
placed on pins 2 and 3, so this jumper setting is SHORT
PINS 2-3.
This illustration shows the same 3-pin jumper. The jumper
cap is placed on pins 1 and 2, so this jumper setting is
SHORT PINS 1-2.
In this manual, all the jumper illustrations clearly show the
pin numbers. When you are setting the jumpers, make sure that the
jumper caps are placed on the correct pins to select the function or
feature that you want to enable or disable.
SHORT
OPEN

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Preparing the Mainboard
Mainboard Guide
Use the following illustration and key to identify the components on your
mainboard.
KBD
JP2 PW1 PW2
SLOT1 JP4 DIMM1 DIMM2
DIMM3
FDC1
IDE2
IDE1
JP5
FAN2
J10
SOCKET-370
ISA
PCI3
PCI2
PCI1
AGP
JP1B
JP1A J2
J3
SB1
J6
CD1
CD2
FAN1
J7
PRN1
J4
COM1
COM2
J1
J8

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Key to Mainboard Components
Component Description
Slot1 Slot for Slot1 processor cartridge
Socket-370 Socket for PPGA Celeron Processor
AGP Slot for AGP graphics adapter
PCI 1,2,3 Three 32-bit PCI slots
ISA One 8/16-bit ISA slot
DIMM 1, 2, 3 Three slots for 168-pin SDRAM memory modules
FDC1 Connector for floppy disk drives
IDE1, IDE2 Primary and secondary IDE channels
PW1 Connector for ATX power supply
PW2 Connector for AT power supply
COM1 Connector for serial port 1/3
COM2 Connector for serial port 2/4
KBD Connector for AT keyboard
PRN1 Connector for parallel port LPT1
CD1 Audio connector for CD-ROM/DVD drive
CD2 Auxiliary audio connector for CD-ROM/DVD drive
FAN1 Power connector for CPU cooling fan
FAN2 Power connector for case cooling fan
SB1 SB-link connector for Creative PCI sound cards
J1 SPDIF digital audio connector
J2 SPDIF digital audio in connector
J3 Connector for fax/modem module
J4 Connector for audio ports extension bracket
J6 Wake on LAN connector
J7 Connector for ATX form card (IR / PS/2 mouse / 2 x
USB)
J8 Select system bus frequency jumper
J10 Panel connector for case switches and indicators
JP1A Enable/disable onboard audio jumper
JP1B Enable/disable onboard fax/modem jumper
JP2 Keyboard power on jumper
JP4 Select Slot1 or Socket-370 jumper
JP5 Clear CMOS memory jumper

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Check the Jumper Settings
Check all the mainboard jumpers to ensure that the board is configured
correctly.
JP1A: Audio Enable/disable Jumper
Use this 2-pin jumper to enable or disable the audio system integrated
on this mainboard. You have to disable the audio system if you plan on
using an alternate audio system on an add-in card.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable audio Open pins 1-2
Disable audio Short pins 1-2
JP1B: Modem Enable/disable Jumper
Use this 2-pin jumper to enable or disable the modem integrated on this
mainboard. You have to disable the modem if you plan on using an
alternate modem.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable modem Open pins 1-2
Disable modem Short pins 1-2
Note: When jumper JP1A is set to Disable Audio (short pins 1-2)
the integrated modem is also disabled, even if the jumper JP1B is
at the Enable Modem setting.
JP1
B
A
J8
JP2 JP4
JP5
JP1A
1
2
JP1B
1
2

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JP2: Keyboard Power On Jumper
This jumper lets you use a typed-in password as a power switch to turn
your system on. If you enable this property, you need to define the
password or the hot keys using the setup utility. See Chapter 3.
Function Jumper Cap
Disable keyboard power on Short pins 1-2
Enable keyboard power on Short pins 2-3
Note: The keyboard power on function may not function if you are
running this mainboard with an AT power supply.
JP4: Select Slot1 or Socket-370 Processor Jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to prepare the mainboard for the installation of a
slot1 processor cartridge or a socket-370 PPGA Celeron processor.
Function Jumper Cap
Select slot1 processor Short pins 1-2
Select socket-370 processor Short pins 2-3
JP5: Clear CMOS Memory Jumper
This jumper lets you erase the system setup settings that are stored in
CMOS memory. You might need to erase this data if incorrect settings
are preventing your system from operating. To clear the CMOS memory,
turn off the system, disconnect the power cable from the mainboard, and
short the appropriate pins for a few seconds.
Function Jumper Cap
Normal Operation Short pins 1-2
Clear CMOS Short pins 2-3
JP2 1
2
3
JP4
1 2 3
JP5 1
2
3

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J8: System Bus Frequency Select Jumper
When this jumper is open, it forces the mainboard to use a 100 MHz
system bus, even if the processor requires a 66 MHz bus. When the
jumper is short, the board automatically detects which bus frequency to
use.
Function Jumper Cap
Normal operation Short pins 1-2
Force 100 MHz Open pins 1-2
Note: This jumper is required for testing purposes. We
recommend that you always set this jumper to Normal Operation
so that the board automatically selects the correct bus frequency
for the installed processor.
J8
1
2

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Connecting Power, Chassis Fans, and Panel
After you have installed the mainboard into the system case, connect the
power cable from the case power supply unit to one of the mainboard
power connectors PW1 or PW2. Connect the chassis fan (if your case
has one) to the 12V power supply connectors FAN2. Then connect the
case switches and indicators to the J10 panel connector on the
mainboard.
Power Connector
This mainboard has two power connectors. If you are using an ATX
power supply, connect the power cable from the ATX power supply unit
to PW1. If you are using an AT power supply, connect the power cable
from the AT power supply unit to PW2.
Chassis Fan
If your case has a cooling fan installed in the chassis, plug the cable
from the chassis-mounted fan into the mainboard 12V power supply
connector FAN2.
PW1
FAN2
J10
PW2