Micronics PCI/ISA System Board D6-IN User manual

D6-IN Pentium Pro
PCI/ISA
System Board Manual
DocumentNumber:06-00286-01,Rev.2A
September1996
221Warren Ave.,Fremont, CA 94539-7085

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D6-IN System Board Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction 5
Features 6
Software Compatibility 7
Before You Begin 8
Chapter 1 - Quick Installation 9
Installing the D6-IN 9
Chapter 2 - Configuring the D6-IN 11
Static Electricity 11
Office Environment 11
D6-IN System Board 12
Jumper Settings 13
Chapter 3 - Installing the D6-IN 15
Introduction 15
System Memory Support 15
Installing the D6-IN 16
Tools Required 16
Equipment Required 16
System Memory 17
SIMMs Supported 17
Upgrading Rules 17
Mixing EDO and FPM Memory 18
Memory Configurations 19
Installing the SIMMs 21
Removing SIMMs 21
Installing a CPU 22
Installing a PCI Peripheral Card 23
Installing an ISA Peripheral Card 24
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Chapter 4 - The BIOS Setup Utility 25
Configuration 25
Initial Bootup 25
Setup 25
Running the Setup Procedure 27
Setting the Main Screen 27
Setting the Advanced Screen 32
Security Screen 35
Power Screen 38
Boot Screen 41
Exit Screen 42
Appendix A - Technical Information 43
Specifications 43
Environmental Specifications 44
Temperature Range 44
Relative Humidity 44
Battery Disposal 45
Technical Support 46
Online Services 47
Appendix B - Post Messages 49
Appendix C - Beep and POST Codes 51
Appendix D - Hard Disk Drive Types 55
Appendix E - Updating the System BIOS 57
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Appendix F - Warranties and Notices 59
Limited Warranty 59
FCC Statement 61
Declaration of Conformity 62
Glossary 63
Index 67

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List of Figures
Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen 10
Figure 2.1: D6-IN System Board 12
Figure 3.1: Installing a 72-Pin SIMM 21
Figure 3.2: Installing a PCI Card 23
Figure 3.3: Installing an ISA Peripheral Card 24
Figure 4.1: Power-Up Screen 26
Figure 4.2: CMOS Main Screen 27
Figure 4.3: IDE Device Submenu 30
Figure 4.4: Advanced Screen 32
Figure 4.5: Security Setup Screen 35
Figure 4.6: Supervisor Password Submenu 36
Figure 4.7: Power Screen 38
Figure 4.8: Boot Screen 41
Figure 4.9: Exit Screen 42
List of Tables
Table 2.1: CPU Speed Selection 13
Table 2.2: Real-time Clock Selection 13
Table 2.3: Case and Peripheral Connections 14
Table 3.1: Memory Configurations 19

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the D6-IN system board. The
high-performance D6-IN supports the most advanced
PentiumPromicroprocessortechnologyfordemanding
workstation needs.
BasedontheIntel440FXPCIset,theD6-INprovidesthe
speed and performance necessary to address the most
intensive computational applications. Enhanced PCI
throughput, Mode 4 IDE and optional support of Uni-
versalSerialBus(USB),makethisboardstate-of-the-art.
TheUSBinterfacehasamaximumbandwidthof12Mbps
andcanconnectasmanyas127devicestoahostsystem.
USB supports both standard devices that operate at the
full 12Mbps rate and low-end devices that use only a
1.5Mbps subchannel.
The D6-IN comes with many features. These include
support for Extended Data Out (EDO) and Fast Page
Mode (FPM) DRAM memory, Error Checking and Cor-
rection (ECC) and the Phoenix Plug and Play BIOS.
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 D6-IN includes the following features:
Single ZIF socket 8
Intel Pentium Pro 150-200MHz
Integrated Voltage Regulator
Auto-detection of CPU voltage
Intel 440FX PCI chipset
Intel PIIX 3
SMC FDC37C93X Ultra I/O chip
Four 32-bit PCI slots
Three 16-bit ISA slots
One is a shared PCI/ISA slot
16K Level 1 Write Back on the CPU chip
256K or 512K Level 2 cache in CPU
Six 32/36-bit 72-pin SIMM sockets
Support for up to 384MB of onboard system memory
Supports FPM and EDO memory
ECC support via chipset (36-bit SIMM)
Primary and Secondary 40-pin IDE connectors
Mode 4 enhanced IDE
Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports for desktop
peripheral expansion (optional)
Floppycontrollerfortwofloppydrives(supports2.88MB,
1.44MB, 1.2MB, 720K or 360K floppy drives)
Two high speed NS16550 compatible serial ports
AT style keyboard and mouse connectors
(PS/2 style optional)
Bi-directional parallel port (ECP and EPP compatible)
One Infrared port (IrDA compatible)
Field upgradeable Flash Phoenix BIOS
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Software Compatibility
The D6-IN 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
Introduction

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Before You Begin
This manual will familiarize you with the features, installa-
tion and use of your D6-IN. There are several symbols and
conventionsusedthroughoutthismanualtohelpdrawyour
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.
Whenyou seetheExclamation Mark,itgives
important information on avoiding damage.
Common Names
DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory
ECC Error Checking and Correction
ECP Extended Capabilities Port
EDO Extended Data Out
EPP Enhanced Parallel Port
FPM Fast Page Mode
IDE Integrated Drive Electronics
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect
SIMM Single Inline Memory Module
USB Universal Serial Bus
VRM Voltage Regulator Module
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Chapter 1: Quick Installation
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STATIC!
Before
handlingthe
D6-IN,be
properly
groundedby
usinga
specialwrist
orankle
strap,or
toucha
safely
grounded
object.
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Chapter
Quick Installation
Weknowthatmanyexperiencedpeopleprefertoreadas
littleofthedocumentationas possible.Ifthis soundslike
you, here’s the short form to get up and running quickly.
Installing the D6-IN
1. Makebackupcopiesofyourinstallationandconfigu-
ration diskettes.
2. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static dis-
charge, then remove the D6-IN from its packaging.
3. Configure and verify the system board’s jumper set-
tings (refer to Jumper Settings in Chapter 2).
4. Install the CPU and the system memory (refer to
Chapter 3).
5. Installthesystemboardintothechassisandmakeall
necessary case connections.
6. Install any ISA and PCI add-on peripherals (refer to
Chapter 3).
7. Now you can connect any optional devices (refer to
Chapter 3).
8. Turn the computer on and press the <F2> key
when you see the screen in Figure 1.1.

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Chapter 1: Quick Installation
9. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to
matchyourconfiguration. Ifinstallingan 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).
10. After you have configured the Main Setup menu,
make any desired setting configurations in the Ad-
vancedandSecuritymenu.Whenfinished,gotothe
exit screen, select “Save Changes and Exit” and you
arefinished withtheBIOS configuration(seeChap-
ter 4).
Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen

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Configuring the D6-IN
AlthoughtheD6-INsystemboardispackagedinprotec-
tive materials, it is important to use care while unpack-
ing and setting up.
Static Electricity
The D6-IN is shipped from the factory in an antistatic
bag. To reduce the possibility of damage, it is important
to neutralize any accumulated static charges on your
body before handling the board.
The best way to do this is to ground yourself using a
specialwristoranklestrap.Ifyoudonothaveastrap,you
should touch both of your hands to a safely grounded
object. After you have grounded yourself, ground the
D6-INviathesolderpadssurroundingoneofitsmount-
ing holes. Once the D6-IN is removed from its packag-
ing,placeitontopoftheantistaticbag.Carefullyinspect
the board for damage which may have 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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Figure 2.1: D6-IN System Board

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Chapter 2: Configuring the D6-IN
Jumper Settings
This section gives you the jumper settings used for the D6-IN system
board.
Table 2-1: Jumper settings to select the speed of the CPU.
Table 2-2: Jumper settings to reset the real-time clock.
CPU
Speed W1 W2 W3 W4 W5 W6
150 MHz 60 x 2.5 Open Close Close Close Close Open
166 MHz 66 x 2.5 Open Close Close Close Open Close
180 MHz 60 x 3.0 Close Open Close Close Close Open
200 MHz 66 x 3.0 Close Open Close Close Open Close
Table 2-1:CPU Speed Selection
Jumper Function Settings
W7 Normal
Clear CMOS 1-2 2-3
Table 2-2:Real-time Clock Selection

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Table 2-3:Case & Peripheral Connections
Connector Function Notes
J1 External Mouse Connector AT version
J2 Keyboard Connector AT version
J4 & J3 PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse
Connector PS/2 version
J9 Serial Port (COM 1) Can be disabled at the CMOS
configuration screen
J10 Power Connector
J15 Serial Port (COM 2) Can be disabled at the CMOS
configuration screen
J16 Parallel Port Connector Can be disabled at the CMOS
configuration screen
J17 Floppy Drive Connector
J27 Secondary IDE Port
J28 Primary IDE Port
J30 CPU Fan 1 - +12V Power; 2 - Ground
J31 Reset Switch 1 - Ground; 2 - Reset
J32 IDE LED 1 - IDE; 2 - Positive
J33 Turbo LED 1 - Ground; 2 - Positive
J34 Speaker 1 - Speaker; 2,3 - No Connect;
4 - Positive
J35 Keylock Switch 1 - Power; 2 - No Connect;
3 - Ground; 4 - Keyboard Lock;
5 - Ground
J37 Infrared Port Connector 1 - Receive Data; 2 - Ground;
3 - Transmit Data; 4 - +5V DC
Table 2-3: Case and peripheral connections.

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Chapter Installing the D6-IN
Introduction
This chapter explains how to install the D6-IN system
board, memory, CPU and peripherals.
WARNING: Beforeinstallingor removing anyperipherals
or components, make sure you have a clear work space and
that you adhere to all anti-static precautions described in
Chapter 1. Micronics recommends only trained technicians
install and configure the system board.
Damagewhichoccurstotheboardwhileaddingorremoving
peripherals or components may void the warranty. If prob-
lems arise while installing peripherals, contact the computer
dealer where you purchased the peripheral or Micronics’
Technical Support Department.
System Memory Support
Theflexibilityof theD6-IN isaugmentedby itssupport
for Error Checking and Correction (ECC), Extended
Data Out (EDO) DRAM memory and Fast Page Mode
(FPM)DRAMmemory.ItsupportsErrorCheckingand
Correction via the chipset.
EDO memory is designed to keep data available to the
processor for an extended period of time. The EDO
memory support extends the performance of conven-
tionalDRAMmemory.Theresultisanimprovementin
memory-accessperformanceontheD6-INsystemboard.

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Installing the D6-IN
Installation of the D6-IN system board depends on the
typeof caseyouuse.TheD6-IN isa BabyAT sizesystem
boardandmaybeinstalledintomostcases.NOTE:Ifyou
are unfamiliar with installing a system board, Micronics
highly recommends that you read the computer user’s
manual or contact your dealer’s technical support de-
partment.
Tools Required
Micronics recommends using the following tools to in-
stall the D6-IN:
Small Phillips screwdriver
Tweezers or a pair of needle-nose pliers
Tray (to hold loose screws)
Equipment Required
Micronics recommends using the following equipment
with the D6-IN for a typical configuration:
Chassis with standard hardware.
A high-quality power supply capable of providing
continuous power within a 5 volt range. A power
filter may be used with a noisy AC power source.
Standard AT mouse and compatible keyboard.
Eight ohm speaker.
Standard ribbon cables for internal connections.
Standard power cord (grounded).
Heat sink with cooling fan for CPU (required).

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System Memory
System memory devices, commonly known as SIMMs,
are necessary to operate the D6-IN system board. The
D6-INhassix32/36-bitSIMMsocketsforamaximum of
384 Megabytes of RAM. In addition, support is provided
forExtendedDataOut(EDO)DRAMmemoryandFast
Page Mode (FPM) DRAM memory. This section will
explain the type of SIMMs supported, list the rules for
adding memory to the D6-IN, give some examples of
commonmemory configurationsandshowhowtophysi-
cally install the new SIMMs.
SIMMs Supported
The D6-IN supports the following types of 60 or 70ns
SIMMs:
4MB (1MBx32/36)
8MB (2MBx32/36)
16MB (4MBx32/36)
32MB (8MBx32/36)
64MB (16MBx32/36)
Upgrading Rules
The following is a list of rules to follow when upgrading
SIMMs. Ifyoufollowtheserules,yourupgradeshouldbe
trouble-free:
Use 70ns or faster SIMMs.
UpgradeSIMMsonebankatatime. Eachbankmust
contain two SIMMs of the same size and preferably
from the same manufacturer. For example, to add
16MB of memory to the system board, install two
8MB SIMMs into the same bank.
When installing SIMMs, fill Bank 0, then Bank 1,
then Bank 2.
Forlong
term
reliability,
Micronics
recom-
mendsusing
SIMMswith
tin-plated
contacts.
The use of
gold-plated
contacts
mayconflict
withthe tin-
alloyon the
SIMM
socket.

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Chapter 3: Installing the D6-IN
Mixing EDO and FPM Memory
The D6-IN can handle a combination of EDO and FPM
memory. The memory will default to the speed of the
slowest RAM installed.
Follow the rules below:
Install the two types of memory in separate banks.
(For example, install EDO memory in Bank 0 and
FPM memory in Bank 1.)
When installing SIMMs, fill Bank 0, then Bank 1,
then Bank 2.