MSI MS-6390 User manual

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G52-M6390X2
MS-6390 (v3.X)
M-ATXMainboard

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ManualRev:3.0
Release Date: February 2004
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 responsible
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.
VOIRLANOTICED’INSTALLATIONAVANTDERACCORDERAURESEAU.
Micro-StarInternational MS-6390
Testedtocomply
withFCCStandard
ForHomeorOfficeUse

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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
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V3.0 First release with PCB 3.0 February2004
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.
hVisit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver
updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/
hContact 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. 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. Always Unplug the PowerCordbeforeinsertingany add-on card 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.
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 ............................................ii
Copyright Notice ........................................................................................... iii
Trademarks .................................................................................................... iii
Revision History ........................................................................................... iii
Technical Support ......................................................................................... iii
Safety Instructions ....................................................................................... v
Chapter1.GettingStarted ........................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specifications .................................................................... 1-3
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
Introduction to DDR SDRAM........................................................2-7
DIMM Module Combination.........................................................2-8
Installing DDR Modules ................................................................2-8
Power Supply .......................................................................................2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: CONN1 .........................................2-9
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................2-9
BackPanel .......................................................................................... 2-10
Mouse/Keyboard Connector ...................................................... 2-10
USB Connectors .......................................................................... 2-11
RJ-45LANJack ........................................................................... 2-11
Serial Port Connector: COM A .................................................... 2-12
VGADB15PinConnector ........................................................... 2-12

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Parallel Port Connector: LPT1...................................................... 2-13
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................... 2-14
Connectors......................................................................................... 2-15
Floppy DiskDrive Connector: FDD1 ............................................ 2-15
Internal Speaker Connector: JSP1................................................ 2-15
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2........................................... 2-16
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFA1/SYSFA1 .................................. 2-17
CD-InConnector:JCD1 ............................................................... 2-18
Aux Line-In Connector: JAUX1 .................................................. 2-18
Front Microphone Connector: JFMIC......................................... 2-18
Front Panel Connector: JFP1 ....................................................... 2-19
Front USB Connector: JUSB1...................................................... 2-20
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-21
Clear CMOSJumper: JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-21
FSBClockJumper: SW1 .............................................................. 2-22
ClearBIOSPasswordJumper:JPWD1 ......................................... 2-23
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-24
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot ......................................... 2-24
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots.......................... 2-24
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-25
Chapter3.BIOSSetup.............................................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup......................................................................................3-2
Control Keys ................................................................................. 3-2
Getting Help .................................................................................. 3-3
Main .....................................................................................................3-4
Advanced............................................................................................. 3-6
Power ................................................................................................. 3-10
Boot ................................................................................................... 3-11
Exit ...................................................................................................... 3-13

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the MS-6390 v3.X Micro ATX
mainboard. The MS-6390 is based on VIA®KM266 & VT8235
chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the ad-
vancedAMD®Athlon™,Athlon™XPor Duron™ processors,
the MS-6390 delivers a high performance and professional desk-
top platform solution.

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6390 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®KM266 North Bridge
-200/266MHzFSB.
- Integrated ProSavage8 2D/3D graphic controller.
- AGP 4x and high bandwidth V-link host controller.
- Advanced memory controller supports PC1600/2100 DDR.
hVIA®VT8235 South Bridge
- High bandwidth V-link client controller.
- Direct sound ready AC97 digital audio controller.
-UltraDMA66/100/133mastermodeEIDEcontroller.
- Supports both ACPI and legacy APM power management.
- Hi-Speed USB 2.0 controller, 480Mb/sec.
- Integrated Ethernet MAC.
MainMemory
hSupports four memory banks using two 184-pin DDR DIMMs.
hSupports up to 2GB PC2100/1600 DDR SDRAMs.
hSupports 2.5v DDR SDRAM.
Slots
hOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot.
hThree 32-bit Master PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface).
On-BoardIDE
hAn IDE controller on the VT8235 chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-ROM with
PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 operation modes.
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

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- One serial port (COM A)
-OneVGA port
- One parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- One RJ-45 LAN port
- Vertical audio ports
- One 3-pin internal speaker connector
- Six USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 2)
Audio
h5.1 channel AC’97 software audio integrated on VT8235 south bridge.
hRealTekALC6506-channelaudio.
LAN
hVIA®VT8235integrated MAC+VT6103PHY.
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
hMicroATX Form Factor: 24.5cm x 21.7cm.
Mounting
h6 mounting holes.

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Mainboard Layout
MS-6390 v3.X Micro ATX Mainboard
SOCKET462
JFMIC
Top: Mouse
Bottom: Keyboard
USB Ports
T: RJ45 LAN Jack
B: USB Ports
JCD1
JAUX1
JSP1
Codec
VIA
VT6103
AGP Slot
BATT
+
BIOS
Winbond
83697HF
VT8235
VIA
KM266
IDE1
IDE2FDD1
PCI Slot 1
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 3
JFP1 JUSB1
CPUFA1
SYSFA1
JPW1
CONN1
JBAT1
JPWD1
SW1
Line-Out
Line-In
Mic
Top: LPT
Bottom:
COM A
VGA Port
DIMM1
DIMM2

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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2. Hardware
Setup
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about hard-
ware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be careful
in holding the components 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.

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Quick Components Guide
CPU, p.2-3
CONN1,
p.2-9
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-10
CPUFA1, p.2-17
DIMM1/2,
p.2-7
FDD1,
p.2-15
IDE1/2,
p.2-16
SW1,p.2-22
JPWD1,
p.2-23
JBAT1,
p.2-21
JUSB1,p.2-20
JFP1,p.2-19
JFMIC,p.2-18
PCI Slots,
p.2-24
AGP Slot,
p.2-24
JSP1,p.2-15
JCD1,p.2-18
SYSFA1,
p.2-17
JPW1, p.2-9
JAUX1,p.2-18

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Hardware Setup
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports AMD®Athlon™, Athlon™ XP and Duron™
processors in the 462 pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called
Socket A for easy CPU installation. When you are installing the CPU, make
suretheCPUhasaheatsink and a coolingfanattachedonthetoptoprevent
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.
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
aboverequiresaLARGERheatsinkandfan. You also need toaddthermalgrease
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
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
If CPUClock = 100MHz
Core/Bus ratio = 14
then CPU core speed = Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
= 100MHz x 14
= 1.4GHz

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1. Please turn off the power and
unplug the power cord before
installing the CPU.
2. Pull the lever sideways away
from the socket. Make sure
to raise the lever up to a 90-
degree angle.
3. Look for the gold arrow. The
gold arrow should point to-
wards the lever pivot. The
CPU can only fit in the correct
orientation.
4. If the CPU is correctly
installed, the pins should be
completely embedded into the
socket and can not be seen.
Please note that any violation
of the correct installation pro-
cedures may cause permanent
damages to your mainboard.
5. PresstheCPUdownfirmlyinto
the socket and close the lever.
As the CPU is likely to move
whiletheleverisbeingclosed,
always close the lever with
your fingers pressing tightly
ontopof theCPUtomake sure
the CPU is properly and com-
pletely embedded into the
socket.
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 462
Open Lever
Gold arrow
Gold arrow
90 degree
Correct CPU placement
Incorrect CPU placement
Gold arrow
Sliding
Plate
Close
Lever
Press down
the CPU
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Hardware Setup
The following instructions will guide
you through the heat sink installation
procedures. Please consult your agent
for the proper CPU cooler set.
1. Position your CPU cooler set
onto the CPU.
2. Use one end of the clip to hook
the latch of the CPU sliding plate.
3. Hook the other latch to fix the
cooling fan set. You may need a
screw drive to press down the
other side of the clip.
4. Connect the fan to the fan power
connector provided on your
mainboard.
Installing AMD Athlon CPU (Socket 462) Cooler Set
Apply some heat
sink paste
NOTE:
Please apply some heat sink paste on top of CPU to dissipate
the heat more effectively.

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SettingCPUClockFrequencythroughJumper
The hardware configuration for CPU clock frequency of the motherboard
is set to 133MHz by default. Therefore, to make a 100MHz CPU run at 100MHz
when it is installed on the board, you have to adjust the CPU clock frequency
through jumper.
To set the clock frequency of the installed CPU, refer to Jumpers/FSB
Clock Jumper: SW1 in later section of this chapter.
NOTE:
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, al-
ways make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect
the CPU from overheating.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply
or unplug the power supply’s power cord from grounded outlet
first to ensure the safety of CPU.
Overclocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking.
However, please make sure your components are able to toler-
ate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any at-
tempt to operate beyond product specifications is not
recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or risks
caused by inadequate operation or beyond product
specifications.

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Hardware Setup
Themainboardprovides 2slotsfor 184-pinDDRSDRAM DIMM(Double
In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory size up to 2GB.
YoucaninstallPC2100/DDR266orPC1600/DDR200modulesontheDDRDIMM
slots (DIMM 1~2).
Memory
DDR DIMM Slots
(DIMM 1~2)
Introduction to DDR SDRAM
DDR(DoubleDataRate)SDRAMissimilartoconventionalSDRAM, but
doubles the rate by transferring data twice per cycle. It uses 2.5 volts as
opposed to 3.3 volts used in SDR SDRAM, and requires 184-pin DIMM mod-
ules rather than 168-pin DIMM modules used by SDR SDRAM. High memory
bandwidth makes DDR an ideal solution for high performance PC, workstations
and servers.

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6390 M-ATX Mainboard
DIMM Module Combination
Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. Memory modules can be
installed on the slots in any order. You can install either single- or double-sided
modules to meet your own needs.
Memory modules can be installed in any combination as follows:
Installing DDR Modules
1. The DDR DIMM has only one notch on the center of module. The module
will only fit in the right orientation.
2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then
push it in until the golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted
in the socket.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.
S: Single Side D: Double Side
Slot Memory Module Total Memory
DIMM 1
(Bank 0 & 1) S/D 64MB~1GB
DIMM 2
(Bank 2 & 3) S/D 64MB~1GB
Maximum System Memory Supported 64MB~2GB
NOTE:
You can barely see the golden finger if the module is properly
inserted in the socket.
Volt Notch

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Power Supply
The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Be-
fore inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all compo-
nents are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused.
ATX 20-PinPower Connector:CONN1
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.
ATX12V Power Connector:JPW1
This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
CONN1
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
CONN1 Pin Definition
JPW1
1
2
3
4
PIN SIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 12V
4 12V
JPW1 Pin Definition

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The back panel provides the following connectors:
Back Panel
Mouse/Keyboard Connector
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2®mouse/keyboard mini DIN
connector for attaching a PS/2®mouse/keyboard. You can plug a PS/2®mouse/
keyboard directly into this connector. The connector location and pin assign-
ments are as follows:
PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard
(6-pin Female)
21
3
4
5
6PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 Mouse/Keyboard Data Mouse/Keyboard data
2 NC Noconnection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Mouse/KeyboardClock Mouse/Keyboardclock
6 NC Noconnection
Pin Definition
Mouse
Keyboard USB
Parallel
COM A
L-Out
L-In
MIC
LAN
VGA USB