MSI MS-6330 User manual

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Version 5.1
MS-6330 ATX Mainboard
MSI
MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL

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Manual Rev: 5.1
Release Date: October 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-6330
Tested to comply
with FCC Standard
For Home or Office Use

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Edition
October 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.
AMD, Athlon and Duron are registered trademarks of AMD Corporation.
PS/2 and OS/2 are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation.
Windows 98/2000/ME 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
5.1 Release for OEM PCB 5.X October 2001
Modify H/W layout

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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:
lThe power cord or plug is damaged
lLiquid has penetrated into the equipment
lThe equipment has been exposed to moisture
lThe equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according
to User’s Manual.
lThe equipment has dropped and damaged
lIf the equipment has obvious sign of breakage
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT
UNCONDITIONED, STORAGETEMPERATUREABOVE 600 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 ......................................... 2-4
CPU Clock Frequency Selection Jumper: J17 ................................. 2-4
Memory ................................................................................................ 2-5
Introduction to SDRAM ............................................................... 2-5
DIMM Modules Combination ....................................................... 2-6
Installing DIMM Modules ............................................................ 2-6
Power Supply ....................................................................................... 2-7
ATX 20-Pin Power Supply ............................................................. 2-7
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................ 2-8
Back Panel ............................................................................................ 2-9
Mouse Connector ......................................................................... 2-9
Keyboard Connector ................................................................... 2-10
USB Connectors .......................................................................... 2-10
Parallel Port Connector ................................................................ 2-11
Serial Port Connectors: COM A & COM B .................................. 2-12
Joystick/Midi Connectors ........................................................... 2-12
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................... 2-12
Connectors ......................................................................................... 2-13
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 ........................................... 2-13
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ........................................... 2-14

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Case Connectors: JFP1 & F_P2 ................................................... 2-15
Wake On LAN Connector: JWOL1 .............................................. 2-17
Wake On Ring Connector: JMDM1 ............................................. 2-17
IrDA Infrared Module Connectors: J2 & IR1 ............................... 2-18
USB Front Panel Connectors: USB1 & USB3 .............................. 2-19
CD-In/Aux Line-In/Modem-In Connector: JCD1/JAUX1/J_PHN12-20
Fan Power Connectors: C_FAN1/S_FAN1 .................................. 2-21
Front Panel Audio Connector: JA10 ........................................... 2-22
D-Bracket™ Connector: J21 (Optional) ......................................... 2-24
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-27
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-27
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-28
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot ......................................... 2-28
PCI Slots ...................................................................................... 2-28
CNR (Communication Network Riser) Slot .................................. 2-28
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-29
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 .................................................................... 3-9
Advanced Chipset Features ............................................................... 3-14
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-19
Power Management Setup ................................................................. 3-23
PnP/PCI Configurations ..................................................................... 3-29
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-31
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-32
Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults ..................................................... 3-34

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Set Supervisor/User Password ........................................................... 3-36
Save & Exit Setup ............................................................................... 3-38
Exit Without Saving ........................................................................... 3-39

Introduction
1-1
Chapter 1.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the MS-6330 (v5.X) ATX motherboard.
The mainboard, based on VIA®KT133A (VT8363A & VT82C686B)
chipset, is a high-performance computer mainboard designed for AMD®
Athlon™/Athlon XP/Duron™ processor in the 462 pin package that provides
a cost-effective and professional desktop platform solution.
This chapter includes the following topics:
Mainboard Specification 1-2
Mainboard Layout 1-4
Quick Components Guide 1-5
Key Features 1-6
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Chapter 1
1-2
CPU
lSocket A for AMD®Athlon™/Athlon XP/Duron™ processor
lSupports 600MHz, 650MHz, 700MHz up to 1800+ MHz processor
Chipset
lVIA®KT133A chipset (552 BGA)
- FSB @266MHz
- AGP 4x and PCI Advanced high performance memory controller
- Supports PC100/133 SDRAM
lVIA®VT686B chipsets (352 BGA)
- Enhanced Power Management Features
- Integrated Super I/O (FDC, LPT, COM 1/2, and IR)
- Dual bus Master IDE Ultra DMA 33/66/100 (686B)
- Integrated Hardware Soundblaster
- Direct Sound AC97 Audio
- ACPI
Clock Generator
l133MHz clocks are supported.
Main Memory
lSupports six memory banks using three 168-pin unbuffered DIMM
lSupports a maximum memory size of 1.5GB (32M x 8)
lSupports 3.3v SDRAM DIMM
Slots
lOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot
- AGP specification compliant
- Supports AGP 2.0 1x/2x/4x
lOne CNR (Communication Network Riser) slot
lFive 32-bit Master PCI Bus slots
lSupports 3.3v/5v PCI bus Interface
On-Board IDE
lAn IDE controller on the VIA®VT686B chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-
ROM with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA 33/66/100 operation modes.
Mainboard Specification

Introduction
1-3
lCan connect up to four IDE devices
Audio
lChip Integrated
- Direct Sound AC97 Audio
On-Board Peripherals
lOn-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
2.88Mbytes
- 2 serial ports (COMA + COM B)
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 4 USB ports (2 Rear Connectors/USB Front Pin Header)
- 2 IrDA connectors for SIR/CIR/ASKIR/HPSIR
- 1 Audio/Game port
- Front Audio pin header
BIOS
lThe mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the
peripheral devices and expansion cards of the board automatically.
lThe mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) func-
tion which records your mainboard specifications.
Dimension
lATX Form Factor: 30.4cm x 21cm
Mounting
l6 mounting holes

Chapter 1
1-4
Mainboard Layout
MS-6330 (v5.X) ATX Mainboard
USB3
USB1
J17
S_FAN1
C_FAN1
JBAT1
J21(optional)
JWOL1
JMDM1
J2
USB
ports
F_P2 JFP1
IR1
JA10
A
GP Slot
BATT
+
VT686B
A
TX
Power Supply
JPW1
SOCKET 462
BIOS
PCI Slot 1
PCI Slot 5
PCI Slot 4
PCI Slot 3
PCI Slot 2
VIA
KT133A
IDE 1
IDE 2
DIMM2
DIMM1
DIMM3
CNR
To p : m o u se
Bottom: keyboard
Codec
JCD1
JAUX1
J_PHN1
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom:
COM A
COM B
To p :
Game port
Bottom:
Line-Out
Line-In
Mic

Introduction
1-5
Quick Components Guide
Component Function Reference
DIMM1~3 Installing DIMM modules See p. 2-5~2-6
Socket 462 Installing CPU See p. 2-2~2-4
C_FAN1 Connecting to CPU FAN See p. 2-21
S_FAN1 Connecting to SYSTEM FAN See p. 2-21
ATX Power Supply Installing power supply See p. 2-7
JPW1 Connecting to 12V ATX power supply See p. 2-8
IDE1& IDE2 Connecting to IDE hard disk drives See p. 2-14
FDD1 Connecting to floppy disk drive See p. 2-13
USB1/3 Connecting to USB interfaces See p. 2-19
PCI Slot 1~5 Installing PCI expansion cards See p. 2-28
AGP Slot Installing AGP cards See p. 2-28
CNR Slot Installing CNR cards See p. 2-28
JMDM1 Connecting to modem module See p. 2-17
JWOL1 Connecting to LAN module See p. 2-17
JBAT1 Clearing CMOS data See p. 2-27
JFP1 & F_P2 Connecting to case See p. 2-15
J2 & IR1 Connecting to IR modules See p. 2-18
J21 Connecting to D-Bracket™ See p. 2-24
J17 Setting CPU FSB clock See p. 2-4
JA10 Connecting to audio connector See p. 2-22

Chapter 1
1-6
lATX Form Factor
lCPU: Socket 462 for AMD®Duron™/Athlon™/Athlon XP Processors
lMemory: 3 SDRAM DIMMs
lSlot: 1 AGP slot, 1 CNR slot, 5 PCI slots
lI/O: 2 serial ports, 1 parallel port, 4 USB 1.1 ports, 1 floppy port, 2 IrDA
connectors, 1 Audio/Game port, 1 Front Audio connector, 1 D-Bracket™
connector (Optional)
lSupports Duron processors at 200/266MHz system bus frequencies
lLAN Wake up Function
lModem (External/Internal) Ring Wake up Function
lSupports PCI 2.2
lFuzzy Logic™ III overclocking utility
lPC Alert™ III system hardware monitor
lLive BIOS™ -- allows you to update BIOS online
lSupports D-Bracket™ (Optional)
lAudio: Chip integrated
Key Features

Hardware Setup
2-1
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup
procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the compo-
nents and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components.
Static electricity may damage the components.
This chapter contains the following topics:
Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2-2
Memory 2-5
Power Supply 2-7
Back Panel 2-9
Connectors 2-13
Jumpers 2-27
Slots 2-28
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Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

Chapter 2
2-2
1. Pull the lever sideways away
from the socket. Then, raise
the lever up to a 90-degree
angle.
3. Hold the CPU firmly, and
then press the lever down to
complete the installation.
Central Processing Unit: CPU
CPU Installation Procedures
2. Look for the cut edge. The
cut edge should point
towards the lever pivot. The
CPU will only fit in the
correct orientation.
The mainboard supports AMD®Athlon™/Athlon XP/Duron™ proces-
sors. It uses a CPU socket called Socket A for easy CPU installation. Make
sure the CPU has a Heat Sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to
prevent overheating. If you do not find the Heat Sink and cooling fan,
contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the
computer.
Open Lever
Cut edge
Sliding
Plate
Close
Lever

Hardware Setup
2-3
As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher performance,
thermal management becomes increasingly crucial when building computer
systems. Maintaining the proper thermal environment is key to reliable
operation. As such, the processor must be maintained in the specified thermal
requirements.
AMD Athlon™/Duron™/Athlon XP processor with a speed of 600MHz and
above requires 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 securely 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.
WARNING! Thermal Issue for CPU

Chapter 2
2-4
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
If CPU Clock = 100MHz
Core/Bus ratio = 7
then CPU core speed = Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
= 100MHz x 7
= 700MHz
CPU Clock Frequency Selection Jumper: J17
The default hardware configuration for CPU Front Side Bus frequency
is set at 100MHz. Therefore, to use a 133MHz CPU and have it run at 133MHz,
you need to adjust the CPU clock up to 133MHz by changing the setting of J17.
For CPU FSB 100MHz
(Short)
For CPU FSB 133MHz
(Open)
J17
Overclocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking.
However, please make sure your components are able
to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing
overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product
specifications is not recommended. We do not guaran-
tee the damages or risks caused by inadequate opera-
tion or beyond product specifications.
WARNING!

Hardware Setup
2-5
The mainboard provides 3 sockets for 168-pin unbuffered SDRAM
DIMM (Double In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports a maximum
memory size of 1.5GB.
Memory
DIMM Slots
(DIMM 1~3)
Introduction to SDRAM
Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) is a type of dynamic RAM memory
chip that has been widely used starting in the latter part of the 1990s. SDRAMs
are based on standard dynamic RAM chips, but have sophisticated features
that make them considerably faster. First, SDRAM chips are fast enough to be
synchronized with the CPU's clock, which eliminates wait states. Second, the
SDRAM chip is divided into two cell blocks, and data is interleaved between
the two so that while a bit in one block is being accessed, the bit in the other is
being prepared for access. This allows SDRAM to burst the second and
subsequent, contiguous characters at a rate of 10ns, compared to 60ns for the
first character.
SDRAM provides 800 MBps or 1 GBps data transfer depending on
whether the bus is 100MHz or 133MHz.

Chapter 2
2-6
DIMM Modules Combination
At least one DIMM module should be installed on the motherboard.
Memory modules can be installed on the slots in any order. The single-/
double-sided memory modules that each DIMM slot supports are listed as
below:
1. The DIMM slot has 2 Notch Keys “VOLT and DRAM”, so the DIMM
memory module can only fit in one direction.
2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then
push it in.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically
close.
VOLTDRAM
Front View Rear View
Installing DIMM Modules
S: Single Side D: Double Side
Socket Memory Module Total Memory
DIMM 1
(Bank0 & Bank1)
S/D 32MB ~ 512MB
DIMM 2
(Bank2 & Bank3)
S/D 32MB ~ 512MB
DIMM 3
(Bank4 & Bank5)
S/D 32MB ~ 512MB
Maximum System Memory Supported 32MB ~ 1.5GB

Hardware Setup
2-7
Power Supply
ATX 20-Pin Power Supply
This connector allows you to connect to an ATX power supply. To
connect to the ATX power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is
inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down
the power supply firmly into the connector.
ATX
Power Connector
The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system.
Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all compo-
nents are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused.
10
1
20
11
PIN SIGNAL
11 3.3V
12 -12V
13 GND
14 PS_ON
15 GND
16 GND
17 GND
18 -5V
19 5V
20 5V
PIN SIGNAL
1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
45V
5 GND
65V
7 GND
8 PW_OK
9 5V_SB
10 12V
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