MSI KT4M-L User manual

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Version 1.0
G52-M6596X1
KT4M/KT4M-L
MS-6596 (v1.X) M-ATX Mainboard

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Manual Rev: 1.0
Release Date: Sept. 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-6596
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 Sept. 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
equipmentfromoverheating. 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 ..........................................iii
Copyright Notice ..........................................................................................iii
Revision History ...........................................................................................iii
Technical Support ......................................................................................... iii
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................iv
Chapter1.GettingStarted ........................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specifications ....................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ...............................................................................1-4
Chapter2.HardwareSetup ....................................................................... 2-1
Quick Components Guide ....................................................................2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU ..............................................................2-3
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure .........................................2-3
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 462 ..................................2-4
Installing AMD Athlon CPU (Socket 462) Cooler Set ...................2-5
Setting CPU Clock Frequency through Jumper .............................2-6
Memory................................................................................................2-7
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix .....................................2-7
DIMM Module Combination......................................................... 2-8
Installing DDR Modules ............................................................... 2-8
Power Supply .......................................................................................2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: CONN1 .........................................2-9
BackPanel .......................................................................................... 2-10
Mouse Connector ....................................................................... 2-10
Keyboard Connector ................................................................... 2-11
USB 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

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Connectors......................................................................................... 2-15
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1........................................... 2-15
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ........................................... 2-16
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFA1/SYSFA1 .................................. 2-17
CD-InConnector:JCD1 ............................................................... 2-18
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1 .................................. 2-18
Power Saving Switch Connector: JSLP1...................................... 2-19
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 ............................................ 2-19
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1, JFP2 ............................................ 2-20
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ........................................ 2-21
SPDIF Connector: JSP1 (Optional) .............................................. 2-22
S-Bracket Connector: JSB1 (Optional) ......................................... 2-23
Front USB Connector: JUSB1...................................................... 2-24
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-25
Clear CMOS Jumper:JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-25
FSBClockJumper:SW1,SW2 .................................................... 2-26
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-27
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot......................................... 2-27
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots.......................... 2-27
CNR(CommunicationNetwork Riser) Slot .................................. 2-27
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-28
Chapter3.BIOS Setup.............................................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup......................................................................................3-2
Control Keys .................................................................................3-2
Getting Help .................................................................................. 3-3
The Main Menu ................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................... 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features ....................................................................3-8
Advanced Chipset Features............................................................... 3-12

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Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-16
Power Management Features............................................................. 3-21
PNP/PCI Configurations..................................................................... 3-25
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-27
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-28
LoadFail-Safe/OptimizedDefaults ..................................................... 3-29
Set Supervisor/User Password........................................................... 3-30
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-10
Testing the Connected Speakers.......................................................A-14
Testing Each Speaker ................................................................. A-14
PlayingKaraOK ................................................................................A-16
PlayingKaraOK..........................................................................A-16
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ T-1
Glossary ....................................................................................................G-1

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the KT4M (MS-6596 v1.X) se-
ries Micro ATX mainboard. The KT4M is based on VIA®Apollo
KT400 & VT8235 chipsets for optimal system efficiency. De-
signed to fit the advanced AMD®Athlon™,Athlon™ XPor
Duron™ processors, the KT4M delivers a high performance
and professional desktop platform solution.

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MS-6596 M-ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD®Athlon™/Athlon™ XP /Duron™
processors.
hSupports up to 2600+ or higher speed.
Chipset
hVIA®KT400 North Bridge
- Supports 200/266/333 MHz front side bus
-Supports DDR333/266/200memory.
- Supports AGP 4X and AGP 8X.
hVIA®VT8235 South Bridge
- 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.
- Supports AGP 3.0 4x/8x.
hThree 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 chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-ROM with
PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA133/100/66/33 operation modes.
MSIRemindsYou...
1. To support CPU with 333MHz FSB, the onboard memory mod-
ules have to be DDR333 SDRAMs.
2. Support for DDR400 technology will be available later after
validation of DDR400 specifications.

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Getting Started
hCan connect up to four IDE devices.
On-BoardPeripherals
hOn-Board Peripherals include:
- One floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
2.88Mbytes
- Two serial ports (COM A + COM B)
- One parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- One RJ-45 LAN port
- Vertical audio ports
- One 3-pin SPDIF connector (Optional)
- One 12-pin S-Bracket connector (Optional)
- Six USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 2)
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
hMicro ATX Form Factor: 24.5 cm x 22 cm.
Mounting
h6 mounting holes.
Others
hWake Up from S1/S3 (Power/Sleep Button, PS/2 Keyboard + Mouse, PME,
USBDevice,COM,RTCAlarm,CNR).
hWake Up from S4 (Power/Sleep Button, PME, COM, RTC Alarm, CNR).
hWake Up from S5 (Power Button, PME, COM, RTC Alarm).
hPC2001Compliance.