MSI MS-6368 User manual

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Version 5.0
G52-MA00463
MS-6368 Micro-ATX Mainboard
MSI
MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL

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Manual Rev: 5.0
Release Date: October 2001
FCC-BRadioFrequencyInterferenceStatement
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-6368
Testedtocomply
withFCCStandard
ForHomeorOfficeUse

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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
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Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
PS/2 and OS/2 are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation.
Windows 98/2000/ME and Windows NT are registered trademarks of
Microsoft.
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Award is a registered trademark of Award Software Inc.
Revision History
Revision RevisionHistory Date
5.0 First release for PCB 5.X October2001

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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. DONOTCOVERTHEOPENINGS.
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. AlwaysUnplug the PowerCordbefore insertinganyadd-oncard ormodule.
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,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
Chapter1. Introduction ............................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specification ......................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ...............................................................................1-4
Quick Components Guide ....................................................................1-5
Key Features ........................................................................................1-6
Chapter2. HardwareSetup ...................................................................... 2-1
Central Processing Unit: CPU ..............................................................2-2
CPU Installation Procedures .........................................................2-2
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure .........................................2-3
Memory................................................................................................2-4
Introduction to SDRAM ...............................................................2-4
DIMM Modules Combination.......................................................2-5
Installing DIMM Modules ............................................................ 2-5
Power Supply .......................................................................................2-6
ATX 20-Pin Power Supply .............................................................2-6
BackPanel ............................................................................................2-7
Mouse Connector ......................................................................... 2-7
Keyboard Connector .....................................................................2-8
USB Connectors ............................................................................2-8
Parallel Port Connector ..................................................................2-9
Serial Port Connector: COM 1 & COM 2 ..................................... 2-10
VGA DB 15 Pin Connector .......................................................... 2-10
Joystick/Midi Connectors ........................................................... 2-11
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................... 2-11
LANJack(RJ-45)(Optional) ........................................................ 2-11
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD ............................................ 2-12
USB Front Panel Connector: USB2.............................................. 2-12
Connectors......................................................................................... 2-12
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ........................................... 2-13

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Case Connector: JFP1.................................................................. 2-14
Wake On Ring Connector: JMDM1............................................. 2-16
Wake On LAN Connector: WOL1 ............................................... 2-16
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN/SYSFAN ................................ 2-17
CD-In/Aux Line-In/Modem-In Connector: CD_IN/AUX_IN/
MODEM_IN ................................................................................ 2-18
IrDA Infrared Module Connector: JIR1 ....................................... 2-19
Front Panel Audio Connector: FRONT AUDIO .......................... 2-20
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-22
ClearCMOSJumper:JBIOS......................................................... 2-22
BIOSFlash Jumper:JBIOS1 ......................................................... 2-23
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-24
PCI Slots ...................................................................................... 2-24
CNR(CommunicationNetwork Riser) Slot .................................. 2-24
ISA Slot (Optional) ...................................................................... 2-24
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-25
Chapter3. AWARD®BIOSSetup........................................................... 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............................................................... 3-13
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-17
Power Management Setup ................................................................. 3-22
PnP/PCI Configurations ..................................................................... 3-28
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-30
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-31
LoadFail-Safe/OptimizedDefaults ..................................................... 3-32

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Set Supervisor/User Password........................................................... 3-34
Save & Exit Setup............................................................................... 3-36
Exit Without Saving ........................................................................... 3-37
Chapter 4. Installing Drivers ................................................................... 4-1
VIA Driver Installation for Windows® 98SE/2000/ME/NT4.0..............4-2
Realtek® 8100L Fast Ethernet Controller ............................................. 4-4
Glossary ....................................................................................................G-1

Introduction
1-1
Chapter 1.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the MS-6368 (v5.X) Micro-ATX
motherboard. The mainboard, based on VIA®Apollo PLE133T (VT8601T
& VT82C686B) chipsets, is a high-performance computer mainboard
designed for Intel®Celeron/Pentium®III (including Tualatin)/VIA C3™
processor in the 370 pin package that provides a cost-effective and profes-
sional value PC 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
zSocket 370 for Intel®Celeron™/ Tualatin / Pentium III (FC-PGA) proces-
sor and VIA C3™ processor
zSupports500MHZ,533MHz.,550MHz,667MHz,700Mhz,750MHz,
800MHz,850MHz,933MHz,950MHz,1GHz,1.13GHz,1.2GHzandabove
Chipset
zVIA®PLE133TVT8601Tchipset(552BGA)
-FSB@133MHz
- Integrated Trident Blade 2D/3D video accelerator
- PCI Advanced high performance memory controller
- Supports PC100/133 SDRAM, VCM & ESDRAM technology
zVIA®VT686Bchipset(352BGA)
- Enhanced Power Management Features
- Integrated Super I/O (FDC, LPT, COM 1/2, and IR)
- Dual bus Master IDE Ultra DMA33/66/100
- Integrated Hardware Soundblaster
- Direct Sound AC97 Audio
-ACPI
ClockGenerator
z66.6MHz, 100MHz and 133MHz clocks are supported
MainMemory
zSupports four memory banks using two 168-pin unbuffered DIMM
zSupportsamaximum memory sizeof1GB (32M x8)
zSupports 3.3v SDRAM DIMM
Slots
zOne CNR (Communication Network Riser) slot
zThree 32-bit Master PCI Bus slots
zSupports 3.3v/5v PCI bus Interface
zOne ISA slot (optional)
Mainboard Specification

Introduction
1-3
On-BoardIDE
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
Audio
zAudio controller integrated in 686B chipset
zSW Audio Codec VIA 1611A
- Front Audio Pin Header onboard
Network
zRealtek8100L (optional)
On-BoardPeripherals
zOn-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M,
1.44M and 2.88Mbytes.
- 2 serial ports (COMA + COMB)
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 4 USB ports (2 Rear Connectors/USB Front Pin Header)
- 1 IrDA connector for SIR/CIR/FIR/ASKIR/HPSIR
- 1 VGA connector
- 1 Audio/Game port
BIOS
zThe mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the
peripheral devices and expansion cards of the board automatically.
zThe mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) func-
tion which records your mainboard specifications.
Dimension
zMicro-ATX FormFactor:24.5cm (L)x21cm(W)
Mounting
z6 mounting holes

Chapter 1
1-4
Mainboard Layout
MS-6368 (v5.X) Micro-ATX Mainboard
BATT
+
VT82C
686B
VT8601T
Front Audio
JBIOS
JBIOS1
USB2
ATX
PowerSupply
JFP1
CPUFAN
SYSFAN
BIOS
PCI Slot 1
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 3
IDE1
IDE2
DIMM2
DIMM1
CNR
ISA (Optional)
Top :
Parallel Port
Bottom:
COM Port &
VGA Port
Top : mouse
Bottom :
keyboard
CD_IN
MODEM_IN
Codec
WOL1
JIR1
JMDM1
AUX_IN
Top :
Game Port
Bottom:
Line-Out
Line-In
Mic
SOCKET370
FDD
COM 2

Introduction
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Quick Components Guide
Component Function Reference
DIMM 1~2 Installing memory modules See p. 2-4~2-5
Socket 370 Installing CPU See p. 2-2~2-3
CPUFAN Connecting to CPUFAN See p. 2-17
SYSFAN Connecting to SYSFAN See p. 2-17
ATX Power Supply Installing power supply See p. 2-6
IDE1& IDE2 Connecting to IDE hard disk drive See p.2-13
FDD Connecting to floppy disk drive See p.2-12
USB2 Connecting to USB interfaces See p. 2-12
PCI Slot 1~3 Installing expansion cards See p. 2-24
ISA Slot Installing ISA cards See p. 2-24
CNR Slot Installing expansion cards See p. 2-24
JFP1 Connecting to the case See p. 2-14
JMDM1 Connecting to a modem card See p. 2-16
WOL1 Connecting to an LAN card See p. 2-16
JIR1 Connecting to IrDA infrared module See p. 2-19
JBIOS Clearing CMOS data See p. 2-22
JBIOS1 Setting BIOS flash function See p. 2-23
Front Audio Connecting to an Audio connector See p. 2-20

Chapter 1
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zMicro-ATX Form Factor
zCPU: Socket 370 for Intel®CeleronTM/Pentium®III (including Tualatin)/
VIA C3™ Processor
zMemory: 2 SDRAM DIMMs
zSlot: 1 CNR slot, 3 PCI slots, 1 ISA slot (optional)
zI/O: 2 serial ports (COM2 is the onboard pin header), 1 parallel port, 4
USB ports, 1 floppy port, 1 IrDA connector, 1 Audio/Game port, 1 VGA
port, 1 LAN jack (optional)
zLAN Wake up Function
zModem (External/Internal) Ring Wake up Function
zChip integrated audio
zPC2001compliant
zSupports PCI 2.2
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 2-4
Power Supply 2-6
BackPanel 2-7
Connectors 2-12
Jumpers 2-22
Slots 2-24
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Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

Chapter 2
2-2
The mainboard supports Intel®Celeron™, Pentium®III (including
Tualatin) and VIA C3™ processor. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called
Socket 370 for easy CPU installation. Make sure the CPU has a Heat Sink
and a cooling fan attached on 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.
Central Processing Unit: CPU
1. Pull the lever sideways away
from the socket. Then, raise
the lever up to a 90-degree
angle.
CPUInstallationProcedures
2. Look for the gold arrow.
The gold arrow should point
towards the end of lever.
The CPU will only fit in the
correct orientation.
3. Hold the CPU down firmly,
and then close the lever to
complete the installation.
Open Lever
Gold Arrow
Sliding
Plate
Close
Lever
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU
and system, always make sure the cooling fan can work
properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
WARNING!

Hardware Setup
2-3
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
The mainboard can automatically set the CPU Host Bus Frequency Clock.
If CPUClock = 100MHz
Core/Bus ratio = 7
then CPU core speed = Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
= 100MHzx7
= 700MHz
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 guarantee the damages or
risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product
specifications.
WARNING!

Chapter 2
2-4
The mainboard supports a maximum memory size of 1GB. It provides
two 168-pin unbuffered SDRAM DIMM (Double In-Line Memory Module)
sockets and supports 64MB to 512MB technology.
Memory
DIMM1
DIMM2
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.

Hardware Setup
2-5
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 module each DIMM slot supports is listed below:
S: Single Side D: Double Side
Socket Memory Module Total Memory
DIMM 1
(Bank0 & Bank1) S/D 64MB ~ 512MB
DIMM 2
(Bank2 & Bank3) S/D 64MB ~ 512MB
Maximum System Memory Supported 64MB ~ 1GB
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

Chapter 2
2-6
Power Supply
ATX20-PinPowerSupply
This connector allows you to connect to an ATX power supply. To
connect to the ATX power supply, make sure the power supply connector is
installed in the right orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the
power supply connector firmly into the power connector on the mainboard.
ATX
Power Connector
The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system.
Before connecting to the power supply, always make sure that all components
are installed properly and no damage will be caused.
10
1
11
20
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

Hardware Setup
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The Back Panel provides the following connectors:
Mouse
Keyboard USB
Parallel
COM 1 VGA L-out L-in
Mouse Connector
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2®mouse mini DIN connector
for attaching a PS/2®mouse. You can plug a PS/2®mouse directly into this
connector.
Back Panel
MIC
Midi/Joystick
PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female)
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3
4
5
6PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 Mouse DATA Mouse DATA
2 NC No connection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Mouse Clock Mouse clock
6 NC No connection
Pin Definition
LAN