MSI KT3 Ultra2-C MS-6593 User manual

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KT3 Ultra2-C
Version 1.0
G52-MA00624
MS-6593 (v1.X) ATX Mainboard

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Manual Rev: 1.0
Release Date: June 2002
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 equip-
ment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance 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 respon-
sible 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-6593
Testedtocomply
withFCCStandard
ForHomeor OfficeUse

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CopyrightNotice
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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
V1.0 First release June 2002
TechnicalSupport
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the
user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor.
Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance.
Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver
updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/
Contact our technical staff at: [email protected]

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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
equipmentfrom overheating. DO NOTCOVER THEOPENINGS.
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. Always UnplugthePower Cord beforeinsertingany add-on cardormodule.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electri-
cal 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,STORAGETEMPERATUREABOVE600C(1400F),IT
MAYDAMAGETHEEQUIPMENT.
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
Technical Support ......................................................................................... iii
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................iv
Chapter1.GettingStarted ........................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specifications ....................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ...............................................................................1-4
MSI Special Features ...........................................................................1-5
PCAlert™ III .................................................................................1-5
LiveBIOS™/LiveDriver™ ............................................................1-6
Live Monitor™ ..............................................................................1-7
D-Bracket™2 (Optional) ............................................................... 1-8
FuzzyLogic™ 4 ........................................................................... 1-10
CPU Thermal Protection .............................................................. 1-11
Chapter2.HardwareSetup ....................................................................... 2-1
Quick Components Guide ....................................................................2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU .............................................................. 2-3
CPU Installation Procedures ......................................................... 2-3
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure .........................................2-5
CPU Clock Frequency Selection through BIOS............................. 2-5
Memory................................................................................................2-6
Introduction to DDR SDRAM.......................................................2-6
DIMM Module Combination......................................................... 2-7
Installing DDR Modules ............................................................... 2-7
Power Supply .......................................................................................2-8
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 ............................................2-8
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................2-8

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BackPanel ............................................................................................2-9
Mouse Connector ......................................................................... 2-9
Keyboard Connector ................................................................... 2-10
USB Connectors.......................................................................... 2-10
Serial Port Connectors: COM A & COM B.................................. 2-11
RJ-45LANJack (Optional) .......................................................... 2-11
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1...................................................... 2-12
Joystick/Midi Connector ............................................................. 2-13
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................... 2-13
Connectors......................................................................................... 2-14
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1........................................... 2-14
ATA133 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ............................. 2-15
Fan Power Connectors: CFAN1/SFAN1 ...................................... 2-16
CD-In Connector: J10 .................................................................. 2-17
SPDIF Connector: JSP1 (Optional) .............................................. 2-17
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 ............................................ 2-18
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: J3 ...................................... 2-18
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ......................................... 2-19
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ........................................ 2-20
Power Saving Switch Connector: JGS1........................................ 2-21
Bluetooth Connector: JBT1 (Optional) ........................................ 2-21
Front USB Connectors: JUSB2/JUSB3 ........................................ 2-22
D-Bracket™2 Connector:JLED .................................................. 2-24
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-25
Clear CMOS Jumper:JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-25
FSB Clock Override Jumper: SW3 ............................................... 2-26
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-27
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot......................................... 2-27
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots.......................... 2-27

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CNR(CommunicationNetwork Riser) Slot .................................. 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
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............................................................. 3-18
PNP/PCI Configurations..................................................................... 3-22
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-24
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-27
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-28
Set Supervisor/User Password........................................................... 3-30
Load High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults.................................... 3-31
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
Attaching Speakers ......................................................................A-4
Selecting 4- or 6-Channel Setting .................................................A-6
Testing the Connected Speakers.........................................................A-8
Testing Each Speaker ...................................................................A-8
PlayingKaraOK ..................................................................................A-9
PlayingKaraOK............................................................................A-9
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ T-1
Glossary ....................................................................................................G-1

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Thank you for purchasing KT3 Ultra2-C (MS-6593 v1.
X) ATX mainboard. The KT3 Ultra2-C is based on VIA®Apollo
KT333 & VT8235 chipsets and provides six USB 2.0 ports for
high-speed data transmission, one SPDIF pinheader for digital
audio transmission, and one extra Bluetooth pinheader that ful-
fills your need for wireless connection. Designed to fit the ad-
vanced AMD®Athlon™,Athlon™ XPor Duron™ processors,
the KT3 Ultra2-C delivers a high performance and professional
desktop platform solution.
Getting Started

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Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD®Athlon™/Athlon™ XP /Duron™
processors.
hSupports up to 2200+ (1.8GHz) or higher speed.
Chipset
hVIA®KT333 chipset
-FSB@200/266MHz.
-Supports DDR200/266/333memory.
- AGP 4X and PCI advanced high performance memory controller.
hVIA®VT8235 chipset
- Integrated Direct Sound AC97 audio.
- Dual channel Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 master mode EIDE controller.
- ACPI & PC2001 compliant enhanced power management.
- Integrated USB 2.0 controller.
MainMemory
hSupports four memory banks using two 184-pin DDR DIMMs.
hSupports up to 2GB PC2700/2100/1600 DDR SDRAMs.
hSupports 2.5v DDR SDRAM.
Slots
hOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot.
-SupportsAGP 2.0 1x/2x/4x.
hSix 32-bit PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface).
hOne CNR (Communication Network Riser) slot.
On-BoardIDE
hAn IDE controller on the VT8235/VT8233A chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-
ROM with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA133/100/66/33 operation modes.
hCan connect up to four IDE devices.
On-BoardPeripherals
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)

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- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 1 IrDA connector for SIR/ASKIR/HPSIR
- 1 audio/game port
- SPDIF output (1 x 3) with housing (Optional)
- 6 USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 2/ Front * 4)
Bluetooth (Optional)
h1 Bluetooth connector for wireless connection.
Audio
hRealTek ALC650 6-channel audio.
LAN (Optional)
h10/100Mbps Ethernet onboard.
BIOS
hThe mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the pe-
ripheral 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 20 cm (W).
Mounting
h6 mounting holes.
Others
hSuspend to RAM/Disk (S3/S4).
hPC2001compliant.
hVoltage independent adjustment in CPU, DDR, AGP.

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Mainboard Layout
KT3 Ultra2-C (MS-6593 v1.X) ATX Mainboard
BATT
+
VT8235
VIA
KT333
DDR1
DDR2
J3
ATX
PowerSupply
JBAT1
JSP1
(Optional)
JGS1
JAUD1
SOCKET 462
BIOS
PCI Slot 5
PCI Slot 6
PCI Slot 4
PCI Slot 3
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 1
CNR
JIR1
JFP1
JBT1
(Optional)
JFP2
JUSB2 JUSB3
JLED
T:LAN jack
B:USB ports
(Optional)
Top :
Parallel Port
Bottom:
COMA
COMB
Top : mouse
Bottom: keyboard
J10
CFAN1
JPW1
IDE2
IDE1
SFAN1
Winbond
W83697HF
RealTek
ALC650
Top :
Gameport
Bottom:
Line-Out
Line-In
Mic
FDD1
AGP Slot
SW3

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PC Alert™ III
The PC AlertTM III is a utility you can find in the CD-ROM disk. The
utility is just like your PC doctor that can de-
tect the following PC hardware status during
real time operation:
ØmonitorCPU &system temperatures
Ømonitor fan speed(s)
Ømonitor system voltage
Ømonitor chassis intrusion
If one of the items above is abnormal,
the program main screen will be immediately
shown on the screen, with the abnormal item
highlighted in red. This will continue to be
shown until user disables the warning.
MSI Special Features
MSIRemindsYou...
Items shown on PC Alert III vary depending on your system’s status.

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Live BIOS™/Live Driver™
The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is a tool used to detect
and update your BIOS/drivers online so that you don’t need
to search for the correct BIOS/driver version throughout the
whole Web site. To use the function, you need to install the
“MSI Live Update Series 2” application. After the installation,
the “MSI Live Update Series 2” icon (as shown on the right)
will appear on the screen.
Double click the “MSI Live Update Series 2” icon, and the following
screen will appear:
Five buttons are placed on the leftmost pane of the screen. Click the desired
button to start the update process.
ØLive BIOS – Updates the BIOS online.
ØLive Driver – Updates the drivers online.
ØLive VGA BIOS – Updates the VGA BIOS online.
ØLive VGA Driver – Updates the VGA driver online.
ØLive Utility – Updates the utilities online.
If the product you purchased does not support any of the functions listed
above, a “sorry” message is displayed. For more information on the update
instructions, insert the companion CD and refer to the “Live Update Series
Guide” under the “Manual” Tab.

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Getting Started
You can right-click the MSI Live Monitor icon to perform the functions
listed below:
ØAuto Search – Searches for the BIOS/drivers version you need immediately.
ØView Last Result – Allows you to view the last search result if there is any.
ØPreference – Configures the Search function, including the Search schedule.
ØExit – Exits the Live Monitor™ application.
Live Monitor™
The Live Monitor™ is a tool used to schedule the search
for the latest BIOS/drivers version on the MSI Web site. To use
the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update Series 2”
application. After the installation, the “MSI Live Monitor” icon
(as shown on the right) will appear on the screen. Double click
this icon to run the application.
Double click the “MSI Live Monitor” icon at the lower-right corner
of the taskbar, and the following dialog box will appear. You can specify how
often the system will automatically search for the BIOS/drivers version, or
change the LAN settings right from the dialog box.

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D-BracketTM2 Description
System Power ON
- The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or
not installed properly.
Early Chipset Initialization
Memory Detection Test
- Testing onboard memory size. The D-LED will hang if
the memory module is damaged or not installed properly.
Decompressing BIOS image to RAM for fast booting.
Initializing Keyboard Controller.
Testing VGA BIOS
- This will start writing VGA sign-on message to the screen.
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3 4
Red Green
D-Bracket™ 2
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3 4
D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional)
D-Bracket™ 2 is an external USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic
LEDs, which use graphic signal display to help users understand their system.
The LEDs provide up to 16 combinations of signals to debug the system. The
4 LEDs can debug all problems that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or
other failures. This special feature is very useful for the overclocking users.
These users can use the feature to detect if there are any problems or failures.
D-Bracket™ 2 supports both USB 1.1 & 2.0 spec.

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D-BracketTM2 Description
Processor Initialization
- This will show information regarding the processor (like
brand name, system bus, etc…)
Testing RTC (Real Time Clock)
Initializing Video Interface
- This will start detecting CPU clock, checking type of video
onboard. Then, detect and initialize the video adapter.
BIOS Sign On
- This will start showing information about logo, processor
brand name, etc….
Testing Base and Extended Memory
- Testing base memory from 240K to 640K and extended
memory above 1MB using various patterns.
Assign Resources to all ISA.
Initializing Hard Drive Controller
- This will initialize IDE drive and controller.
Initializing Floppy Drive Controller
- This will initializing Floppy Drive and controller.
Boot Attempt
- This will set low stack and boot via INT 19h.
Operating System Booting
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Features:
ØMSI Logo links to the MSI Web site
ØCPU Speed allows users to adjust the CPU speed through CPU
Multiplier and FSB
ØVoltage allows user to adjust the voltage of CPU/Memory/AGP
ØMSI Info provides information about the mainboard, BIOS and OS
ØCPU Info provides detailed information about the CPU
ØCPU Fan Speed shows the current running speed of CPU Fan
ØCPU Temp. shows the current CPU temperature
FuzzyLogic™4
The Fuzzy Logic™ 4 utility is a user friendly tool that allows users to
view and adjust the current system status. To overclock the CPU FSB (Front
Side Bus) frequency under the Windows operating system, click FSB and use
the right and left arrow keys to select the desired FSB, and then click Apply to
apply the new setup value. To enable the system running at the specified FSB
every time when you click Turbo, click Save to save the desired FSB first. If
you want to know the maximal CPU overclocking value, click Auto to start
testing. The CPU FSB will automatically increase the testing value until the PC
reboots. After rebooting, click Turbo to apply the test result. Click Default to
restore the default values.
MSIRemindsYou...
To adjust the options under CPU Speed and Voltage, use the right
and left arrow keys to select the desired value and then click Ap-
ply to run the setup value.

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CPUThermalProtection
Aimed to prevent the CPU from overheating, MSI has developed a CPU
ThermalProtectionmechanism forAMDAthlon™ XP CPUplatform. This CPU
Thermal Protection mechanism works on a thermal signal sensor. If the
mechanism senses an abnormal temperature rise, it will automatically shut down
the system and the CPU temperature will then drop down and resume normal.
With this unique feature, users can better protect their CPU. Please note that
this feature is for AMD Athlon™ XP CPU only.

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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2. Hardware
Setup
This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory
modules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jump-
ers on the mainboard. Also, it provides the instructions on con-
necting the peripheral devices, such the mouse, keyboard, etc.
While doing the installation, be careful in holding the
components and follow the installation procedures.
Hardware Setup

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Quick Components Guide
JBAT1, p.2-25
JLED, p.2-24
JSP1, p.2-17
DDR DIMMs, p.2-6
CPU, p.2-4
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-9
CFAN1, p.2-16
FDD1, p.2-14
SFAN1, p.2-16
SW3, p.2-26
IDE1
IDE2, p.2-15
JBT1, p.2-21
JFP2, p.2-19
JFP1, p.2-19
JUSB3, p.2-22
JUSB2, p.2-22
JAUD1, p.2-20
JIR1, p.2-18
J3, p.2-18
J10, p.2-17
JGS1, p.2-21
JWR1, p.2-8
JPW1, p.2-8 AGP Slot, p.2-27
CNR Slot, p.2-27
PCI Slots, p.2-27