MSI MPC 400 User manual

User’sGuide
Version 1.0
MPC400
maximizeyourDigitalWorld

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FCC-BRadioFrequency Interference Statement
Thisequipmenthasbeentestedand found tocomplywiththelimitsforaclass B
digitaldevice,pursuanttopart15 oftheFCC rules.Theselimitsaredesignedto
providereasonableprotection againstharmfulinterference whentheequipment
isoperatedinacommercialenvironment. Thisequipmentgenerates,usesand
canradiateradiofrequency energy and,if notinstalledand usedinaccordance
withtheinstruction manual, may causeharmfulinterference toradio
communications.Operation ofthisequipmentinaresidentialarea islikelyto
causeharmfulinterference,inwhichcasetheuserwill berequiredtocorrectthe
interference athisownexpense.
Notice 1
Thechangesormodificationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsiblefor
compliance couldvoidtheuser’sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Notice 2
Shieldedinterface cablesand AC.powercord,if any,mustbeusedinorderto
complywiththeemission limits.
VOIRLANOTICED’INSTALLATIONAVANTDERACCORDERAURESEAU.
Assembledfromtestedcomponents
Completesystemnottested
Micro-StarInternational
MPC400

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LithiumBatteryStatement
CAUTION
Dangerofexplosion if batteryisincorrectlyreplaced.Replace onlywiththe
sameorequivalenttyperecommendedbythemanufacturer.Discardusedbat-
teriesaccordingtothemanufacturer’sinstructions.
Thisproductincorporatescopyrightprotection technology thatisprotectedby
method claimsofcertainU.S.patentsand otherintellectualpropertyrightsowned
byMacrovision Corporation and otherrightsowners.Useofthiscopyrightpro-
tection technology mustbeauthorizedbyMacrovision Corporation,and isin-
tendedforhomeand otherlimitedviewingusersonlyunless otherwiseautho-
rizedbyMacrovision Corporation.Reverseengineeringordisassemblyis
prohibited.
Macrovision®Statement

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1.Alwaysreadthesafetyinstructionscarefully.
2.KeepthisUser’sManualforfuturereference.
3.Keepthisequipmentaway fromhumidity.
4.Lay thisequipmenton areliableflatsurface beforesettingit up.
5.Theopeningson theenclosureareforairconvection hence protectsthe
equipmentfromoverheating.DONOTCOVERTHEOPENINGS.
6.Make surethevoltage ofthepowersource and adjustproperly110/230V
beforeconnectingtheequipmenttothepowerinlet.
7.Place thepowercordsuchaway thatpeoplecannotstepon it. Donot
place anythingoverthepowercord.
8.AlwaysUnplugthePowerCordbeforeinsertinganyadd-oncardormodule.
9.All cautionsand warningson theequipmentshouldbenoted.
10. Neverpouranyliquidintotheopeningthatcoulddamage orcauseelec-
tricalshock.
11. If anyofthefollowingsituationsarises,gettheequipmentcheckedbya
service personnel:
-Thepowercordorplugisdamaged.
-Liquidhaspenetratedintotheequipment.
-Theequipmenthasbeenexposedtomoisture.
-Theequipmenthasnotworkwell oryou cannotgetit workaccordingto
User’sManual.
-Theequipmenthasdroppedand damaged.
-Theequipmenthasobvioussignofbreakage.
12.DONOTLEAVETHISEQUIPMENTIN ANENVIRONMENT
UNCONDITIONED, STORAGETEMPERATUREABOVE600C(1400F), ITMAY
DAMAGETHEEQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: Dangerofexplosion if batteryisincorrectlyreplaced.
Replace onlywiththesameorequivalenttyperecommendedby
themanufacturer.
SafetyInstructions

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Intel®and Pentium®areregisteredtrademarksofIntelCorporation.
PS/2and OS®/2areregisteredtrademarksofInternationalBusiness Machines
Corporation.
Windows®95/98/2000/NT/XPareregisteredtrademarksofMicrosoftCorporation.
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Revision History
Revision Revision HistoryDate
V1.0FirstReleaseJanuary2004

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CONTENTS
Introduction
Chapter1.GettingStarted---------------------------------------------------------- 1-1
1.1Introduction ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1-2
1.2SystemSpecification ----------------------------------------------------- 1-4
Chapter2.IntroducingMainboard---------------------------------------- 2-1
2.1MainboardLayout--------------------------------------------------------- 2-2
2.2CPU--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-3
2.3Memory---------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-5
Introduction toDDRSDRAM----------------------------------------- 2-5
MemorySpeed/CPUFSBSupportMatrix------------------------- 2-5
DIMM ModuleCombination ----------------------------------------- 2-5
2.4PowerSupply--------------------------------------------------------------- 2-6
2.5FrontPanel------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-7
IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-2------------------------------------------------ 2-7
IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-1------------------------------------------------ 2-8
USBPorts------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-8
Mic-in/Head-Phone----------------------------------------------------- 2-9
OPTICALSPDIF-in------------------------------------------------------ 2-9
2.6Back Panel-----------------------------------------------------------------2-10
SerialPort-----------------------------------------------------------------2-10
Mouse/KeyboardConnectors----------------------------------------2-11
VGAPort------------------------------------------------------------------2-11
LANPort------------------------------------------------------------------2-12
S-VideoOutConnector -----------------------------------------------2-12
OPTICALSPDIF-out----------------------------------------------------2-12
ParallelPort--------------------------------------------------------------2-13
USBPorts------------------------------------------------------------------2-14
AudioPort-----------------------------------------------------------------2-14
2.7Connectors------------------------------------------------------------------2-15
IDEConnectors:IDE1&IDE2---------------------------------------2-15

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CD-inConnector:JCD1-----------------------------------------------2-16
StandbyPowerConnector:U11-------------------------------------2-16
CPU/SystemFanConnectors----------------------------------------2-16
FrontPanelPowerConnector:JFP1 --------------------------------2-17
ControlBoardConnector:J8-----------------------------------------2-17
2.8Jumper....................................................................................... 2-18
ClearCMOSJumper:JBAT1.................................................. 2-18
CPUFSBModeJumper:J1.................................................... 2-18
2.9Slots.......................................................................................... 2-19
PCISlot .................................................................................. 2-19
AGPSlot................................................................................. 2-19
Chapter3:SettingBIOSFunction ............................................................. 3-1
3.1EnteringSetup ............................................................................ 3-2
ControlKeys............................................................................. 3-2
GettingHelp............................................................................ 3-3
MainMenu .............................................................................. 3-3
Sub-Menu................................................................................. 3-3
GeneralHelp<F1>................................................................... 3-3
3.2TheMainMenu.......................................................................... 3-4
3.3StandardCMOSFeatures........................................................... 3-6
3.4AdvancedBIOSFeatures........................................................... 3-8
3.5AdvancedChipsetFeatures..................................................... 3-11
3.6PowerManagementFeatures.................................................. 3-16
3.7PNP/PCIConfigurations........................................................... 3-18
3.8IntegratedPeripherals.............................................................. 3-19
3.9PCHealthStatus...................................................................... 3-22
3.10 SystemInformation ................................................................ 3-23

1-1
GettingStarted
GettingStarted
1.1Introduction
1.2SystemSpecification
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1-2
Chapter1
1.1Introduction
Unlike thetraditionalPC,theMPC400 comeswithafancy designcase
and multimediaI/Oportsforquick connection and use.
FrontPanel
OpticalSPDIF-in
Mic-in
Headphone
USB x2
J1394-1
J1394-2
Eject/Stop
PowerSwitch

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GettingStarted
ATTENTION!!!
Check theAC powervoltage switchon theback panel.
Selectthevoltage thatisappropriatetothecountryyou
arein.
PowerJack
SerialPort
VGAPort
Keyboard
USB x2OpticalSPDIF-out
Speaker-out
Line-in
Mic-in
AGPSlot
PCISlot
PowerVoltage
Switch
Mouse
LANPort
ParallelPort
Back Panel
S-Video Out

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Chapter1
1.2SystemSpecification
M/B
-MS-6749 (ProprietaryF/F), 185 x290 mm (4layer)
CPU:
-SupportSocket462forAMD®AthlonTM/DuronTM/AthlonXPTMup to3000+
Chipset:
-VIAVT8205A2(KM400)+VT8235CD
Memory:
-DDR333 x2,supportmemoryup to2.0GB
On-BoardAudio:
-AC’97 Codec integratedinALC658,support5.1channel,SPDIFIn/Out.
On-BoardVGA:
-Integrated(AGP8X)
** On-BoardVGAmemory:None
On-BoardCommunication
-LAN: integratedinVIAVT6103 (10/100M)
On-BoardTV-out
-IntegratedinVIA1622AM(800 x600)
On-BoardUSB
-Frontx2;Rearx2;On-Boardx2forRFK/B,M/S(MFGOption)
On-BoardIEEE 1394:
-VIAVT6307 (2ports), Frontx2(4pin,6pin)
Expansion Slots:
-PCI2.2x1,AGP(8X)x1
PowerSupply:
-200W(PFC5V/12VSB)Full Range
Chassis:
-202(W)x320(D) x151(H) mm (9.76 Liters)
On-BoardHeaders &Connectors
-RearPanel: ParallelPortx1,SerialPortx1,VGAx1,PS/2x2,Micin/Linein/
Lineoutx1,USBx2,LAN(RJ45)x1,SPDIF/Ox1,TVoutx1

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GettingStarted
-FrontPanel: Micin/Headphonex1,USBx2,SPDIF/I x1,1394 x1(4-pin),
1394 x1(6-pin)
BIOS
-2MBFlash
Clock Generator
-IntegratedinICS/ICS94230
Others
-Microsoft®PC2001
-LANWake UpFunction
-Suspend toRAM/Diskfunction
-Top TechIII (ThermalOverheatProtection Technology)
-PCAlertSystemHardwareMonitor

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2-1
Introducing Mainboard
Introducing MainboardIntroducing Mainboard
Introducing MainboardIntroducing Mainboard
Introducing Mainboard
2.1 Mainboard Layout2.1 Mainboard Layout
2.1 Mainboard Layout2.1 Mainboard Layout
2.1 Mainboard Layout
2.2 CPU2.2 CPU
2.2 CPU2.2 CPU
2.2 CPU
2.3 Memory2.3 Memory
2.3 Memory2.3 Memory
2.3 Memory
2.4 Power Supply2.4 Power Supply
2.4 Power Supply2.4 Power Supply
2.4 Power Supply
2.5 Front Panel2.5 Front Panel
2.5 Front Panel2.5 Front Panel
2.5 Front Panel
2.6 Back Panel2.6 Back Panel
2.6 Back Panel2.6 Back Panel
2.6 Back Panel
2.7 Connectors2.7 Connectors
2.7 Connectors2.7 Connectors
2.7 Connectors
2.8 Jumper2.8 Jumper
2.8 Jumper2.8 Jumper
2.8 Jumper
2.9 Slots2.9 Slots
2.9 Slots2.9 Slots
2.9 Slots
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2-2
Chapter 2
2.1 Mainboard layout
MS-6749 v1.X Mainboard
J9: Front I/O Connector
J8: Control Board Connector
JFP1: Front Panel Power Connector
J2: USB Connector
(reserved)
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper
CN31: System Fan Connector
CN30: CPU Fan2
PCI Slot1:PCI Slot
AGP Slot: AGP Slot
U11: Standby Power Connector
JCD1:CD-in Connector
CPUFAN1: CPU Fan1
JPW1: Power Supply Connector
IDE1/IDE2: IDE Connectors
DDR1/DDR2: DDR DIMM Slots
J1
CN1
AUDIO1
AUDIO2
USB1
USB2
J1394-1
J1394-2
Mic-in
Headphone
DDR1
DDR2
CPUFA1
JPW1CN30
CN31
Top:mouse
Bottom:keyboard
T:RJ45LANjack
B:USBports
JCD1
U11
Codec
VIA
VT6103
VIA
VT1622AM
VIA
VT6307
Winbond
W83697HF
BATT
+
BIOS
IDE1
IDE2
FDD1
PCISlot1
ATX
PowerSupply
JFP1
J8
J2
J9
JBAT1
Top:COMA
Bottom:VGAPort
Top:ParallelPort
Bottom:
SPDIFOut
Line_Out
Line_In
MIC
SOCKET462
AGPSlot
J1
BlueBirdVL+
VIA
KM400
VIA
VT8235

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2-3
Introducing Mainboard
2.2 CPU
The system supports AMD®AthlonTM,DuronTM,AthlonTM XP up to 3000+
processors in the 462-pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called
Socket 462 for easy CPU installation. When you are installing the CPU, make
sure the CPU has a heat sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to prevent
overheating.
CPU Clock Frequency Selection
The hardware configuration for CPU clock frequency of the motherboard
is set to 133/166MHz by auto detect. Therefore, to make a 133MHz CPU run at
133MHz when it is installed on the board, you have to adjust the CPU clock
frequency through jumpers. To set the clock frequency for the installed CPU,
refer to Jumpers in later section.
As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher
performance, thermal management becomes increasingly crucial when
building computer systems. Maintaining the proper thermal environ-
ment is key to reliable operation. As such, the processor must be main-
tained in the specified thermal requirements.
AMD Athlon™/Duron™/Athlon™ XP processor with a speed of
600MHz and above requires a LARGER heatsink and fan. You also
need to add thermal grease between the CPU and heatsink to improve
heat dissipation. Then, make sure that the CPU and heatsink are se-
curely fastened and in good contact with each other. These are needed
to prevent damaging the processor and ensuring reliable operation. If
you want to get more information on the proper cooling, you can visit
AMD’s website for reference.
Thermal Issue for CPU
WARNING!

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2-4
Chapter 2
1. Please turn off the power and
unplug the power cord before install-
ing the CPU.
2. Pull the lever sideways away
from the socket. Make sure to raise
the lever up to a 90-degree angle.
3. Look for the gold arrow. The
gold arrow should point towards the
lever pivot. The CPU can only fit in
the correct orientation.
4. If the CPU is correctly installed,
the pins should be completely embed-
ded into the socket and can not be
seen. Any violation of the correct in-
stallation procedures may cause per-
manent damages to your mainboard.
5. Press the CPU down firmly into
the socket and close the lever.
Always close the lever with
your fingers pressing tightly on top of
the CPU to make sure the CPU is prop-
erly and completely embedded into
the socket.
CPU Installation Procedures
Open Lever
Gold arrow
Gold arrow
90 degree
Correct CPU placement
Incorrect CPU placement
Gold arrow
Sliding
Plate
Close
Lever
Press down
the CPU
X
O

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2-5
Introducing Mainboard
2.3 Memory
The mainboard provides 2 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM (Double
In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory size up to 2GB. You
can install PC2700/DDR333, PC2100/DDR266 modules into the DDR DIMM
slots (DIMM1&DIMM2).
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix
DDR266 DDR333
FSB266 V V
FSB333 V V
Introduction to DDR SDRAM
DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM is similar to
conventional SDRAM, but doubles the rate by
transferring data twice per cycle. It uses 2.5 volts as
opposed to 3.3 volts used in SDR SDRAM, and
requires 184-pin DIMM modules rather than 168-pin
DIMM modules used by SDR SDRAM. High memory
bandwidth makes DDR an ideal solution for high
performance PC, workstations and servers.
DIMM2
DIMM1
DIMM Module Combination
Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either
single- or double-sided modules in any order to meet your own needs. Memory
modules can be installed in any combination as follows:
S: Single Side
D: Double Side
Slot Memory Module Total Memory
DIMM 1 DDR S/D 64MB~1GB
(Bank 0 & 1)
DIMM 2 DDR S/D 64MB~1GB
(Bank 2 & 3)
Maximum System Memory Supported 64MB~2GB

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2-6
Chapter 2
2.4 Power Supply
The system is equipped with a 200W(PFC) ATX power supply. The power
cordofpowersupplyhasbeenconnectedtotheconnectorJWR1onthemainboard
when shipped out. Except the 20-pin connector JWR1, you can find another
4-pin power connector JPW1 on the mainboard.
111
JWR1
20
10
PIN SIGNAL
11 3.3V
12 -12V
13 GND
14 PS_ON
15 GND
16 GND
17 GND
18
19 5V
20 5V
PIN SINGAL
1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
45V
5 GND
65V
7 GND
8 PW_OK
9 5V_SB
10 12V
JWR1 Pin Definition
PIN SINGAL
1 GND
2 GND
312V
412V
JPW1 Pin Definition
1
34
2
JPW1
Dimension 70 (H)x1450(W)x105(D) mm
PFC Yes (passive)
Wattage 200W Max
Electrical Design Specification AC Output :100-127/200-240 VAC, Switch
Selectable, Auto Protection
DC Output :+3.3V 17A
:+5V12A
:+12V13.5A
:-12V0.5A
:+5Vsb3A
:+12Vsb 2.5A
80 mm PWM Fan
Certificate FCC/UL/CUL/BSMI/CB/NEMKO/TUV
Power Supply Specification

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Introducing Mainboard
2.5 Front panel
The Front Panel is independent and extended from the mainboard. It’s
connected to the Front I/O Connector on the mainboard. You can find the
following ports on the Front Panel.
Optical SPDIF-In
Mic-In Head-Phone
USB x 2 J1394-1 J1394-2
IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-2
The mainboard provides two IEEE 1394 ports. This smaller one is de-
signed for you to connect the IEEE 1394 device with external power. The IEEE
1394 high-speed serial bus complements USB by providing enhanced PC con-
nectivity for a wide range of devices, including consumer electronics audio/
video (A/V) appliances, storage peripherals, other PCs, and portable devices.
Software Support
IEEE 1394 Driver is provided by Windows®98 SE, Win-
dows®XP, Windows®ME and Windows®2000. Just plug in
the IEEE 1394 connector into the port. These Operating Sys-
tems will install the driver for IEEE 1394.

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Chapter 2
IEEE 1394 Port: J1394-1
The bigger 6-pin IEEE 1394 Port on the back panel is designed for you to
connect to IEEE 1394 devices without external power. That means the mainboard
can provide the power for the devices connected to this port.
Software Support
IEEE 1394 Driver is provided by Windows®98 SE, Win-
dows®XP, Windows®ME and Windows®2000. Just plug
in the IEEE 1394 connector into the port. These Operating
Systems will install the driver for IEEE 1394.
USB Ports
The mainboard provides an OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface) Uni-
versal Serial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or
other USB-compatible devices. You can plug the USB device directly into the
connector.
USB Port Description
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 VCC +5V
2 -Data 0 Negative Data Channel 0
3 +Data 0 PositiveData Channel 0
4 GND Ground
5 VCC +5V
6 -Data 1 Negative Data Channel 1
7 +Data 1 PositiveData Channel 1
8 GND Ground