Micronics D5CUB ISA User manual

D5CUB PCI/ISA
System Board Manual
DocumentNumber:06-00287-02,Rev.B
June1996
221Warren Ave.,Fremont, CA 94539-7085

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Portions of the Manual
Portions of this manual were copied (with permission) from Award
Software Inc. and Micro Computer Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
Award Modular BIOS is a registered trademark of Award Software Inc.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines. Mi-
crosoftand WindowsareregisteredtrademarksofMicrosoftCorporation.
Intel and PCI are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. All other
productnamesmentionedhereinareusedforidentificationpurposesonly
and may be the trademarks of their respective companies.

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Table of Contents
Introduction 5
Features 6
Software Compatibility 7
Before You Begin 8
Section 1 - Quick Installation 9
Installing the D5CUB 9
Section 2 - Configuring the D5CUB 13
Static Electricity 13
Office Environment 13
D5CUB System Board 14
Jumper Settings 15
Section 3 - Installing the D5CUB 21
Introduction 21
System Memory Support 21
Installing the D5CUB 22
Tools Required 22
Equipment Required 22
System Memory 23
SIMMs Supported 23
Upgrading Rules 23
Mixing EDO and FPM Memory 24
Memory Configurations 25
Installing the SIMMs 26
Removing SIMMs 26
Installing a CPU 27
Installing a PCI Peripheral Card 28
Installing an ISA Peripheral Card 29

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Installing a CD-ROM Drive 30
Installing the Sound Interface Card 31
Connecting Sound Devices 32
Section 4 - The BIOS Setup Utility 35
Configuration 35
Initial Bootup 35
Setup 35
Running the Setup Procedure 37
Standard CMOS Setup 38
BIOS Features Setup 40
Chipset Features Setup 43
Power Management Setup 44
PnP/PCI Configuration Setup 46
Load BIOS Defaults 48
Load Setup Defaults 48
Integrated Peripherals 49
Supervisor Password 51
User Password 51
IDE HDD Auto Detection 52
HDD Low Level Format 53
Save and Exit Setup 54
Exit Without Saving 54
Section 5 - Installing Sound Device Drivers 55
About Device Drivers 55
Installing the Sound Drivers 56
Appendix A - Technical Information 57
Specifications 57
Environmental Specifications 58
Temperature Range 58
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Relative Humidity 58
Battery Disposal 59
Technical Support 60
Online Services 61
Appendix B - Post Messages 63
Appendix C - Hard Disk Drive Types 65
Appendix D - Updating the System BIOS 67
Appendix E - Compatibility 69
Limited Warranty 72
Non-Warranty Service 73
FCC Statement 74
Declaration of Conformity 75
Index 76
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List of Figures
Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen 10
Figure 2.1: D5CUB System Board 14
Figure 3.1: Installing a 72-Pin SIMM 26
Figure 3.2: Installing a CPU 28
Figure 3.3: Installing an ISA Peripheral Card 29
Figure 3.4: Connecting the Sound Interface Card 32
Figure 4.1: Power-Up Screen 36
Figure 4.2: Main CMOS Setup Screen 37
Figure 4.3: Standard CMOS Setup Screen 38
Figure 4.4: BIOS Features Setup Screen 40
Figure 4.5: Chipset Features Setup Screen 43
Figure 4.6: Power Management Screen 44
Figure 4.7: PnP/PCI Configuration Screen 46
Figure 4.8: Integrated Peripherals Screen 49
Figure 4.9: IDE HDD Auto Detection Screen 52
Figure 4.10: HDD Low Level Format Screen 53
List of Tables
Table 2.1: System Speed Selection (Intel) 15
Table 2.2: System Speed Selection (Cyrix) 15
Table 2.3: Power Supply Voltage Selection 16
Table 2.4: Pentium CPU Type Selection 16
Table 2.5: TAG SRAM Type Selection 16
Table 2.6: Multi I/O Chipset Selection 17
Table 2.7: Sound Interface Selection 17
Table 2.8: CPU Internal Cache Selection 17
Table 2.9: Clear CMOS Memory Selection 18
Table 2.10: Clock Ratio Selection 18
Table 2.11: Jumper Settings & Functions 19
Table 2.12: Connector Settings and Functions 20
Table 3.1: Memory Configurations 25

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the D5CUB system board. The
D5CUB provides the latest enhancements in system-
board technology for high-performance desktops.
Based on the Intel 430HX PCIset, the D5CUB provides
enhanced PCI throughput and performance for today’s
demanding applications. The onboard voltage regulator
permitsthe use of Intel’s fastestprocessors andthe Cyrix
6x86 processor.
The D5CUB comes with many features. These include
support for Fast Page Mode (FPM) and Extended Data
Out (EDO) memory, Error Checking and Correction
(ECC), pipelined-burst level 2 cache, the Award Plug
andPlay BIOSandanoptionalfeatureforintegrated 16-
bit sound.
Micronicsbuildsallproductstoexactingstandards,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 D5CUB includes the following features:
SingleZIF socket7xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
SupportsIntel75 - 200 MHz Pentiumand Pentium
iiiiiOverdrive processors xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx
SupportsCyrix6x86100-133MHzprocessorsxxxxxxxx
VRE support
Intel 430HX PCIset
Intel PIIX 3
SMC 669/UMC8669/ALI M5113 I/O chip
Three32-bitPCIslotsxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxx
Two 16-bit ISA slots xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx iiiii
One shared PCI/ISA slot xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx
16 KB on-chip Level 1 write-back cache xxxx xxxx iii
Up to 512K pipelined burst external Level 2 cache
Support for up to 256MB of onboard system memory
Four 32/36-bit, 72-pin, double-sided SIMM sockets to
accommodate: xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxxxx xxxx iiiii
1MB x 32/36 (4MB)xx4MB x 32/36 (16MB)xxxx iiiii
2MB x 32/36 (8MB)xx8MB x 32/36 (32MB)xxxx
16 MB x 32/36 (64 MB)xxxx xxxx xxxx
Supports EDO memory
ECC support via chipset
PCIlocalbusIDExxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Mode 4 Enhanced IDE with Bus Mastering xxxx xxxx
Two resident 40-pin IDE connectors
iiiii(Primaryand Secondary IDE)xxxx xxxxxxxx xxxx
Auto detection of add-in IDE interface boards xxxx
Multiple-sector transfer support
Floppycontrollerfortwofloppydrives(supports2.88MB,
1.44MB, 1.2MB, 720K, and/or 360K floppy drives)
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Twoonboard16550-compatibleserialportsxxxxxxxx
OneonboardparallelportwithECPandEPPsupportxx
Field upgradeable Award BIOSxxxx xxxx
PCI auto configuration xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx
Plug and Play ready xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx
Auto detection of memory sizexxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx
AutodetectionanddisplayofECCandEDOmemoryx
Auto configuration of IDE hard disk types
ESS1788F Soundxxxx xxxxxxxx xxxxxxxx xxxxxxx
Sound Blaster-compatible 16-bit Stereo xxxx xxxx
Input/Output, Game and MIDI portsxxxx xxxx xxxx
iiiii(sound support is optional)
Software Compatibility
The D5CUB system board has been thoroughly tested for
compatibility with a variety of operating systems and envi-
ronments, including:
Windows 95 and Windows NT
OS/2 Warp
SCO UNIX and Open Desktop
Novell Netware
MS-DOS 5.0 and 6.2
PC-DOS
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Before You Begin
This manual will familiarize you with the features, installa-
tionand use ofyour D5CUB.There are severalsymbols and
conventionsusedthroughoutthismanualtohelp drawyour
attention to a feature or to focus on important information:
When you see the Magnifying Glass, it refers
to something you should take a closer look at
before proceeding further.
WhenyouseetheExclamationMark,itgives
important information on avoiding damage.
Common Names
DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory
ECC Error Checking and Correction
ECP Enhanced Communications Port
EDO Extended Data Out
FPM Fast Page Mode
IDE Integrated Drive Electronics
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect
SIMM Single Inline Memory Module
VR Voltage Regulated
VRE Voltage Regulated Extension

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Section 1: Quick Installation
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Section Quick Installation
Weknowthatmanyexperiencedpeopleprefertoreadas
littleofthedocumentationaspossible.Ifthissoundslike
you, here’s the short form to get up and running quickly.
Installing the D5CUB
1. Makebackupcopiesofyourinstallationandconfigu-
ration diskettes.
2. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static dis-
chargeby using an anti-static wristor anklestrap, or
touch a safely grounded metal object.
3. Remove the D5CUB from its packaging.
4. Configure and verify the system board’s jumper set-
tings (refer to Jumper Settings in Section 2).
5. Install the CPU and the system memory.
6. Install the system board in the chassis and make all
necessary case connections.
7. Install any ISA and PCI add-on peripherals.
8. Connect any optional devices.
9. Turn the computer on and press the <DEL> key
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Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen
Section 1: Quick Installation
10. If necessary, use the arrow keys to move the highlight
to STANDARD CMOS SETUP and press <Enter>.
11. Set the time and date.
12. If necessary, adjust the settings for the floppy drive(s)
and hard drive(s) to match your configuration. If you
are installing one or more IDE drives, the BIOS auto-
matically configures your drive(s) for you when the
setting in the Type column is Auto (the default set-
ting). See Chapter 4 for additional information and
additional instructions.
13.Verify that the floppy drive type(s) shown for Drive A
(and Drive B, if installed) are correct. If necessary
change the setting(s) for the floppy drive(s) using the
<Pg Up> and/or <Pg Dn> keys or the <+> and
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14. Verify that the amounts of memory shown in the
Standard CMOS Setup screen correctly reflect the
amount of RAM installed in your system.
15. Press <ESC> to return to the main setup menu.
16. Use the arrow keys to move the highlight to any of
the other setup options in the main menu that
contain settings you want to review or change (for
informationonthevarioussetupoptionsinthemain
menu, see Chapter 4). When you are finished, press
<F10> to select Save & Exit Setup. You are now
finished with the BIOS configuration.
17. If you are using the sound option, install the sound
controller device drivers.
18. If you have installed a CD-ROM drive, install its
device drivers.
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Configuring the D5CUB
Although the D5CUB 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
TheD5CUBisshippedfromthefactoryinananti-static
bag. To reduce the possibility of damage from static
discharge,itisimportanttoneutralizeanystaticcharges
your body may have accumulated before handling the
board.
The best way to do this is to ground yourself using a
specialanti-staticwristoranklestrap.Ifyoudonothave
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
D5CUB board via one of the solder pads that surround
itsmounting holes.WhenyouremovetheD5CUBfrom
its packaging, place it on top of the anti-static bag, and
carefullyinspecttheboardfordamagewhichmighthave
occurred during shipment.
Office Environment
Make sure the finished computer system is in an area
withgoodventilation.Thesystemshouldnotbeindirect
sunlight, near heaters, or exposed to moisture, dust, or
dirt.
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Figure2-1. D5CUB System Board Diagram

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Section 2: Configuring the D5CUB
Jumper Settings
ThissectionprovidesthejumpersettingsfortheD5CUBsystemboard.
Table 2-1 lists the available system-speed settings for Intel processors
and indicates the jumper settings that select these speeds.
Table 2-2 lists the available system-speed settings for Cyrix processors
and indicates the jumper settings that select these speeds.
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Jumper
System Speed (Intel Processors) JP5 JP6 JP11 JP15 JP16
75 MHz External, 50 MHz Internal ON ON OFF 2-3 2-3
90 MHz External, 60 MHz Internal OFF ON ON 2-3 2-3
100 MHz External, 66 MHz Internal ON OFF ON 2-3 2-3
120 MHz External, 60 MHz Internal OFF ON ON 1-2 2-3
133 MHz External, 66 MHz Internal ON OFF ON 1-2 2-3
150 MHz External, 60 MHz Internal OFF ON ON 1-2 1-2
166 MHz External, 66 MHz Internal ON OFF ON 1-2 1-2
200 MHz External, 66 MHz Internal ON OFF ON 2-3 1-2
Table 2-2:System Speed Selection (for Cyrix Processors)
Jumper
System Speed (Cyrix Processors) JP5 JP6 JP11 JP15 JP16
100MHz External, 50MHz Internal ON ON OFF 1-2 2-3
110MHz External, 55MHz Internal OFF OFF OFF 1-2 2-3
120MHz External, 60MHz Internal OFF ON ON 1-2 2-3
133MHz External, 66MHz Internal ON OFF ON 1-2 2-3
Table 2-1:System Speed Selection (for Intel Processors)

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Table 2-3 lists the available processor supply voltages and the corre-
sponding jumper settings that select them.
Table2-4providesthejumpersettingsthatsettheD5CUBfortheIntel
P54C or P55C processor.
Table 2-5 lists the types of TAG SRAMs that can be used on the
D5CUB and provides the jumper settings for each type.
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Table 2-3: Power SupplyVoltages Selection
Table 2-4:CPUType Selection (P54C/P55C)
CPU Supply Voltage JP3
3.3V (P54C/P54CT) 1-2 STD
3.4V (P54C/P54CT) 2-3 VR
3.5V (P54C) 4-5 VRE
TAG SRAM Type JP1
Aster 16K x 8 1-2
Winbond 16K x 8 OFF
32K x 8 2-3
Table 2-5:TAG SRAM Type
Pentium CPU Type Selection JP8
P55C VCORE (2.5V) 1-2
P54C/Other VCC (3.4V) 2-3
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Table 2-6 shows the jumper settings that are used to enable or disable
the Multi I/O chipset.
Table 2-7 shows the jumper settings that are used to enable or disable
the sound interface.
Table2-8showsthejumpersettingsthatareusedtoselectwhetherthe
internal processor cache operates in Write Back or Write Through
mode.
Table 2-6:Multi I/O Chipset
Table 2-7:Sound Interface Enable/Disable
Table 2-8:CPU Internal CacheWrite-Back/WriteThrough Selection
Multi I/O Chipset Enable/Disable JP4 JP9
Enabled 2-3 1-2
Disabled 1-2 2-3
Sound Interface Enable/Disable JP18
Enabled 1-2
Disabled 2-3
CPU Internal Cache Write-Back /Write-Through Selection JP7
Write Through ON
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Table2-9liststhesettingstocleartheBIOSCMOSsettings.Withyour
computer's power off, close pins 1-2, then turn the power on for about
five seconds. Turn the power off and place the jumper back on pins 2-
3. NOTE: This will reset all BIOS default settings. Any changes you have
made will be lost.
Table 2-10 lists the available clock ratios (internal/external) and the
corresponding jumper settings. Note that these settings are also in-
cluded in Tables 2-1 and 2-2, the System Speed Selection tables.
Clear CMOS Memory JP13
Normal OFF
Clear ON
Table 2-9:Clear CMOS Memory
Clock Ratio (Internal:External)
Intel Cyrix JP15 JP16
1.5:1 4:1 2-3 2-3
2:1 2:1 1-2 2-3
2.5:1 1:1 1-2 1-2
3:1 3:1 2-3 1-2
Table 2-10:Clock Ratios