MSI MS-6318 User manual

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Version 5.0
G52-MA00462
MS-6318 (v5.X) Micro ATX Mainboard
MSI
MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL

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Manual Rev: 5.0
Release Date: Oct. 2001
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-Star International MS-6318
Tested to comply
with FCC Standard
For Home or Office Use

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Edition
Oct. 2001
Copyright Notice
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 re-
serve the right to make changes without notice.
Trademarks
All trademarks used in this manual are the property of their respective
owners.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
PS/2 and OS/2 are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation.
Windows 95/98/2000 and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft.
Netware is a registered trademark of Novell.
Award is a registered trademark of Award Software Inc.
Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V5.0 First release for PCB 5.X Oct. 2001

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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. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
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
zIf the equipment has obvious sign of breakage
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT
UNCONDITIONED,STORAGETEMPERATUREABOVE600 C(1400F),IT
MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
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
Chapter 1. Introduction ............................................................... 1-1
Mainboard Specification ............................................................ 1-2
Mainboard Layout ..................................................................... 1-4
Quick Components Guide ......................................................... 1-5
Key Features ............................................................................ 1-6
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup ........................................................ 2-1
Central Processing Unit: CPU ................................................... 2-2
CPU Installation Procedures ............................................... 2-2
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure ................................ 2-3
Memory Installation ................................................................... 2-4
Memory Bank Configuration ................................................ 2-4
Memory Installation Procedures .......................................... 2-5
Power Supply ............................................................................ 2-6
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 ................................... 2-6
Back Panel ............................................................................... 2-7
Mouse Connector: JKBMS1 ................................................ 2-7
Keyboard Connector: JKBMS1 ............................................ 2-8
USB Connectors ................................................................. 2-8
Serial Port Connector: COM A & COM B ............................ 2-9
Joystick/Midi Connectors .................................................... 2-9
Audio Port Connectors ........................................................ 2-9
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ........................................... 2-10
Connectors ............................................................................. 2-11
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 .................................. 2-11
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ................................. 2-12
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN/SYSFAN ....................... 2-13
CD-In Connector: JCD1 ..................................................... 2-14
Aux Line-In Connector: JAUX1 .......................................... 2-14

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Modem-In Connector: JPHONE ......................................... 2-14
Wake On LAN Connector: JWOL1 .................................... 2-15
Wake On Ring Connector: JMDM1 ................................... 2-15
Front Panel Connector: JFP1 or JFP2 ............................... 2-16
Front Audio Header: JAUDIO1 ........................................... 2-17
Front USB Connector: USB1 or USB3 .............................. 2-18
IrDA Infrared Module Header: IR2 ...................................... 2-19
Power Saving LED Connector: JGL1 ................................. 2-20
Jumpers .................................................................................. 2-21
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ............................................. 2-21
USB KB/MS Wake-Up Jumpers: JUSBV1 & JUSBV2 ....... 2-22
PS2 KB/MS Power Jumper: JKBV1 .................................. 2-23
Slots ....................................................................................... 2-24
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot .............................. 2-24
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots ................. 2-24
ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) Slot (optional) ......... 2-24
PCI Interrupt Request Routing ........................................... 2-25
Chapter 3. AWARD® 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
Integrated Peripherals ............................................................. 3-16
Power Management Setup ...................................................... 3-19
PNP/PCI Configurations .......................................................... 3-24
Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults .......................................... 3-26
Set Supervisor/User Password ................................................ 3-28

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Save & Exit Setup ................................................................... 3-30
Exit Without Saving ................................................................. 3-31
Appendix: Glossary ..................................................................... A-1

Introduction
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Chapter 1.
Introduction 1
Mainboard Specification 1-2
Mainboard Layout 1-4
Quick Components Guide 1-5
Key Features 1-6
Thank you for purchasing the MS-6318 v5.X Micro ATX mainboard. The
MS-6318 is a superior computer mainboard based on VIA®Apollo Pro133T
chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel®
Pentium®III/Celeron™/Coppermine™/Tualatin™, and VIA®C3™ processors,
the MS-6318 delivers a high performance and professional desktop platform
solution.
This chapter includes the following topics:

Chapter 1
1-2
CPU
zSupports Socket 370 for Intel®Pentium®III/Celeron™/Coppermine™/
Tualatin™, and VIA®C3™ processors.
zSupports 600MHz ~ 1.2 GHz CPU.
Chipset
zVIA®694T chipset (520 BGA)
- Supports 66/100/133MHz FSB.
- AGP 4x and PCI plus Advanced ECC Memory Controller.
- Supports PC100/133 SDRAM, VCM & ESDRAM technology.
zVIA®VT82C686B chipset (352 BGA)
- Enhanced Power Management Features.
- Integrated Super I/O (FDC, LPT, COM 1/2, and IR).
- DirectSound AC97 Audio.
- Integrated hardware Soundblaster.
- Dual bus Master IDE Ultra DMA33/66/100.
- ACPI.
Main Memory
zSupport two 168-pin DIMM sockets.
zSupport a maximum memory size of 256MB(64-bit) or 512MB(128-bit)
SDRAM.
Slots
zOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot.
zThree PCI 2.2 32-bit PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface)
zOne 16-bit ISA bus slot (optional).
On-Board IDE
zAn IDE controller on the VIA®VT82C686B chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-
ROM with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA 33/66/100 operation modes.
zCan connect up to four IDE devices.
On-Board Peripherals
zOn-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
Mainboard Specification

Introduction
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2.88Mbytes.
- 2 serial ports (COM A + COM B).
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode.
- 4 USB ports (Rear * 2/ Front * 2).
- 1 audio/game port.
Audio
zDirectSound AC97 audio integrated.
zSigmatel 9708T software audio (optional).
zCreative CT5880 hardware audio (optional).
BIOS
zThe mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the pe-
ripheral devices and expansion cards of the board automatically.
zThe mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) function
which records your mainboard specifications.
Dimension
zMicro ATX Form Factor: 24.3cm x 21.0cm.
Mounting
z6 mounting holes.