MSI 648F Neo User manual

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648F Neo
Version 5.0
G52-M6585X8-K01
MS-6585 (v5.X) ATX Mainboard

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Manual Rev: 5.0
Release Date: June 2003
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to
comply with the emission limits.
VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU
RESEAU.
Micro-StarInternational MS-6585
Testedtocomply
withFCCStandard
ForHomeor OfficeUse

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CopyrightNotice
The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR
INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document,
but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products
are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes
without notice.
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V5.0 First release with SiS 648FX June 2003
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1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the
equipment from overheating. Do not cover the openings.
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V
before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not
place anything over the power cord.
8. AlwaysUnplugthe Power Cordbeforeinserting any add-oncardormodule.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:
zThe power cord or plug is damaged.
zLiquid has penetrated into the equipment.
zThe equipment has been exposed to moisture.
zThe equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according
to User’s Manual.
zThe equipment has dropped and damaged.
zThe equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage
temperatureabove600C(1400F),itmaydamagetheequipment.
Safety Instructions
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.

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CONTENTS
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ...........................................ii
Copyright Notice ..........................................................................................iii
Revision History ...........................................................................................iii
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................iv
Chapter1.GettingStarted ........................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specifications ....................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ...............................................................................1-4
MSI Special Features ...........................................................................1-5
S-Bracket(Optional) ......................................................................1-5
Core Center....................................................................................1-6
LiveBIOS™/LiveDriver™ ............................................................1-8
Live Monitor™ ..............................................................................1-9
D-Bracket™2 (Optional) ............................................................. 1-10
Color Management ...................................................................... 1-12
Chapter2.HardwareSetup ....................................................................... 2-1
Quick Components Guide ....................................................................2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU ..............................................................2-3
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure .........................................2-3
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix .....................................2-3
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 478 ..................................2-4
Installing the CPU Fan ..................................................................2-5
Memory................................................................................................2-7
Introduction to DDR SDRAM.......................................................2-7
DDR DIMM Module Combination ................................................2-8
Installing DDR Modules ............................................................... 2-8
Power Supply .......................................................................................2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: CONN1 .........................................2-9
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................2-9
BackPanel .......................................................................................... 2-10

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Mouse Connector ....................................................................... 2-10
Keyboard Connector ................................................................... 2-11
USB 2.0 Connectors .................................................................... 2-11
Serial Port Connectors: COM A & COM B.................................. 2-12
RJ-45LANJack (Optional) .......................................................... 2-12
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1...................................................... 2-13
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................... 2-14
Connectors......................................................................................... 2-15
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1........................................... 2-15
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN/SYSFAN/NBFAN................... 2-16
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ......................................... 2-17
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ........................................... 2-18
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ........................................ 2-19
CD-InConnector:JCD1 ............................................................... 2-20
S-Bracket (SPDIF) Connector: JSP1 (Optional)............................ 2-20
Front USB Connector: JUSB2...................................................... 2-22
Bluetooth Connector: JBT1 (Optional) ........................................ 2-23
D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JDB1 (Optional) ................................. 2-24
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 ............................................ 2-25
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-26
Clear CMOS Jumper:JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-26
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-27
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot......................................... 2-27
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots.......................... 2-27
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-28
Chapter3.BIOS Setup.............................................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup......................................................................................3-2
Selecting the First Boot Device .....................................................3-2
Control Keys .................................................................................3-3

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Getting Help ..................................................................................3-3
The Main Menu ................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................... 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................... 3-8
Advanced Chipset Features............................................................... 3-13
Power Management Features............................................................. 3-15
PNP/PCI Configurations..................................................................... 3-18
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-21
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-24
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-25
Set Supervisor/User Password........................................................... 3-29
Load Optimal/High Performance Defaults .......................................... 3-29
Appendix:Using4-or6-ChannelAudioFunction ....................................A-1
Installing the Audio Driver .................................................................A-2
Installation for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP ................................A-2
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function ...............................................A-4
Using the Optional S-Bracket .......................................................A-4
Using the Back Panel only ......................................................... A-12
Testing the Connected Speakers.......................................................A-16
Testing Each Speaker ................................................................. A-16
PlayingKaraOK ................................................................................A-18
PlayingKaraOK..........................................................................A-18
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ T-1
Glossary ....................................................................................................G-1

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Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing 648F Neo (MS-6585 v5.x)
ATX mainboards. The 648F Neo is a superior computer
motherboard based on SiS648FX and SiS963L chipsets for
optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel®
Pentium®4 processors in the 478 pin package, the 648F Neo
delivers a high performance and professional desktop platform
solution.
Getting Started

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MS-6585 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Socket 478 for P4 processor with 400/533/800 MHz (100/133/200
MHzQDIR).
hCore frequency up to 3.2GHz.
Chipset
hSiS®648FX chipset (830 pin BGA)
- Supports Intel Pentium 4 processors with data transfer rate up to 800MHz
- Supports 64-bit high performance DDR400/DDR333/DDR266 memory
controller
- Supports AGP 8X/4X interface at 0.8v or 4x at 1.5v with fast write transaction
- Supports bi-directional 16-bit data bus with 1GHz bandwidth MuTIOL
hSiS®963L chipset (371 BGA)
- Supports high throughput SiS MuTIOL 1GHz interconnecting to SiS®963L
media I/O.
- Dual-IDE ATA 66/100/133.
- ACPI & PC2001 compliant enhanced power management.
- Low pin count interface for SIO.
- Integrated audio controller with AC97 interface.
- Integrated high speed USB 2.0 controller, 480Mb/s.
MainMemory
hSupports three memory banks using three 184-pin DDR DIMMs.
hSupports up to 3GB memory size without ECC.
hSupports 3 unbuffered DIMM DDR266/333 or 2 unbuffered DIMM DDR400.
Slots
hOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot.
- AGP specification compliant.
- Supports AGP 2.0 4x/8x.
hSix 32-bit PCI bus slots.
On-Board IDE
hAn IDE controller on the SiS®963L chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-ROM
with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA66/100/133 operation modes.
hCan connect up to 4 IDE devices.

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On-Board Peripherals
hOn-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
2.88Mbytes
- 2 serial ports (COM A + COM B)
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 1 audio port (Line-in, Line-out, Mic-in).
- 6 high speed USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 2)
- 1 IrDA connector for SIR.
- 1 RJ-45 LAN jack (Optional).
- 1 S-Bracket pin header.
- 1 D-BracketTM2 pin header.
- 1 Bluetooth pin header.
Audio
hAC97 link controller integrated in SiS®963L chipset.
h6-channel audio codec RealTek ALC655.
- Compliance with AC97 v2.3 Spec.
- Meet PC2001 audio performance requirement.
- Can support SPDIF Out via S-Bracket only.
LAN (Optional)
hSiS963L integrated MAC + RealTek 8201BL PHY.
- Supports 10Mbps and 100Mbps auto-negotiation operation.
- Supports ACPI power management.
BIOS
hThe mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the
peripheral devices and expansion cards of the board automatically.
hThe mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) function
which records your mainboard specifications.
Dimension
hATX Form Factor: 30.5 cm (L) x 22 cm (W).
Mounting
h6 mounting holes.