MSI MS-6380 LE2 User manual

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Version 2.0
G52-MA00461
MS-6380 LE2 ATX Mainboard
MSI
MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL

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Manual Rev: 2.0
Release Date: September 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-6380LE2
Testedtocomply
withFCCStandard
ForHome or OfficeUse

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Edition
September 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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owners.
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Windows 98/2000/ME and Windows NT are registered trademarks of
Microsoft.
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AMI is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.
Revision History
Revision RevisionHistory Date
2.0 First release for PCB 2.X September2001

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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 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. AlwaysUnplug the Power Cord before inserting anyadd-oncardormodule.
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
Chapter 1. Introduction ...............................................................1-1
MainboardSpecification ............................................................1-2
MainboardLayout .....................................................................1-4
Quick Components Guide .........................................................1-5
Jumpers & Connectors..............................................................1-6
Back Panel ...............................................................................1-8
Chapter 2. AMI® BIOS Setup......................................................2-1
Entering Setup ..........................................................................2-2
Selecting the First Boot Device .................................................2-2
Control Keys .............................................................................2-3
Getting Help..............................................................................2-3
The Main Menu .........................................................................2-4
Standard CMOS Features .........................................................2-5
AdvancedBIOS Features ..........................................................2-6
Advanced Chipset Features ......................................................2-7
Power Management Setup ........................................................2-8
PNP/PCIConfigurations ............................................................2-9
IntegratedPeripherals .............................................................2-10
HardwareMonitorSetup.......................................................... 2-11
High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults ..................................2-12
Supervisor/UserPassword ......................................................2-14
IDE HDD AUTO Detection .......................................................2-16
Save & Exit Setup...................................................................2-17
Exit Without Saving.................................................................2-18