MSI MS-6570E User manual

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G52-M6570E9
MS-6570E (v1.X) ATX Mainboard
K7N2 Delta2 Series

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Manual Rev: 1.1
Release Date: July 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 equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance 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.
VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
Micro-StarInternational
MS-6570E
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation

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Copyright Notice
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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 without notice.
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RevisionHistory
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First release for PCB 1.X July 2004
with nVidia nForce2 Ultra 400/IGP
and nForce2 Gigabit MCP/RAID MCP
V1.1 First release for PCB 1.X July 2004
for standard version

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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 equip-
ment from overheating. Do not cover the openings.
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V be-
fore 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 electrical
shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service
personnel:
hThe power cord or plug is damaged.
hLiquid has penetrated into the equipment.
hThe equipment has been exposed to moisture.
hThe equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
hThe equipment has dropped and damaged.
hThe equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage
temperature above 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.
Technical Support
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 homepage & FAQ site for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver
updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw & http://www.msi.
com.tw/program/service/faq/faq/esc_faq_list.php
hContact our technical staff at: [email protected]

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CONTENTS
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........................................................ ii
Copyright Notice ........................................................................................................... iii
Revision History............................................................................................................ iii
Technical Support ........................................................................................................ iv
Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................... iv
Chapter 1. Getting Started...................................................................................1-1
Mainboard Specifications .................................................................................. 1-2
Mainboard Layout .............................................................................................. 1-5
Packing Contents ...............................................................................................1-7
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup ................................................................................. 2-1
Quick Components Guide .................................................................................. 2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU ............................................................................ 2-3
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 462.............................................2-4
Installing AMD Athlon CPU Cooler Set........................................................2-5
Memory ...............................................................................................................2-6
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix .................................................. 2-6
DIMMModuleCombination .......................................................................... 2-6
Installing DDR Modules ............................................................................... 2-7
Power Supply.....................................................................................................2-8
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 ........................................................2-8
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1............................................................ 2-8
Back Panel .......................................................................................................... 2-9
Mouse/Keyboard Connector....................................................................2-10
VGA Connector(optional).........................................................................2-10
Serial Port Connector ............................................................................... 2-11
USB Connectors ....................................................................................... 2-11
LAN (RJ-45) Jack .....................................................................................2-12
SPDIF-out Port Connector ........................................................................2-12
Audio Port Connectors.............................................................................2-13
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ..................................................................2-14
Connectors .......................................................................................................2-15
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 ........................................................2-15
Fan Power Connectors: CPU_FAN1/S_FAN1/S_FAN2/NB_FAN1 .........2-15
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2.........................................................2-16
Serial ATA RAID Connectors controlled by nForce2 RAID MCP:
SATA1~SATA2..........................................................................................2-17
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2.....................................................2-18

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CD-In Connector: JCD1 ............................................................................2-19
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 .....................................................2-19
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1 .............................................2-20
Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 ................................................2-20
IEEE 1394 Connectors: J1394_1, J1394_2, J1394_3 (optional) ............2-21
D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JLED1 ............................................................2-22
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 ..........................................................2-22
Jumpers ............................................................................................................2-23
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ....................................................................2-23
Slots ..................................................................................................................2-24
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot ...................................................2-24
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots......................................2-24
PCI Interrupt Request Routing..................................................................2-24
Chapter 3. BIOS Setup........................................................................................... 3-1
Entering Setup .................................................................................................... 3-2
Control Keys ............................................................................................... 3-2
Getting Help ................................................................................................3-2
The Main Menu ................................................................................................... 3-3
Standard CMOS Features.................................................................................. 3-5
Advanced BIOS Features.................................................................................. 3-7
Advanced Chipset Features ...........................................................................3-10
Integrated Peripherals...................................................................................... 3-11
Power Management Setup ..............................................................................3-17
PNP/PCIConfigurations ....................................................................................3-20
H/W Monitor ......................................................................................................3-22
CellMenu ..........................................................................................................3-24
Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults .................................................................3-28
Set Supervisor/User Password......................................................................3-29
Chapter 4. Introduction to DigiCell .................................................................... 4-1
Main .....................................................................................................................4-2
H/W Diagnostic ...................................................................................................4-4
Communication ...................................................................................................4-5
Software Access Point ..................................................................................... 4-6
Terminology................................................................................................. 4-6
Access Point Mode ....................................................................................4-7
WLAN Card Mode ....................................................................................... 4-8
Live Update......................................................................................................... 4-9
MEGASTICK .....................................................................................................4-10

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Basic Function ..........................................................................................4-10
Non-Unicode programs supported ..........................................................4-12
Core Center (for AMD K7 Processor).............................................................4-14
Audio Speaker Setting .....................................................................................4-16
Power on Agent ...............................................................................................4-18
Power On..................................................................................................4-18
Power Off / Restart..................................................................................4-19
Start With ..................................................................................................4-19
Auto Login.................................................................................................4-20
Chapter 5. nVIDIA RAID Introduction ................................................................. 5-1
IIntroduction ........................................................................................................5-2
System Requirement .................................................................................. 5-2
RAID Arrays................................................................................................5-2
Summary of RAID Configurations..............................................................5-2
RAID Configuration.............................................................................................5-3
Basic Configuration Instructions ...............................................................5-3
Setting Up the NVRAID BIOS .....................................................................5-3
NVIDIA RAID Untility Installation ......................................................................... 5-7
Installing the NVIDIA RAID Software Under Windows
(for Non-bootable RAID Array)................................................. 5-7
Installing the RAID Driver (for bootable RAID Array) ............................... 5-8
Initializing and Using the Disk Array ........................................................5-10
RAID Drives Management ................................................................................5-12
Viewing RAID Array Configurations .......................................................5-12
Setting Up a Spare RAID Disk..................................................................5-14
Rebuilding a RAID Mirrored Array............................................................5-20

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Thank you for purchasing the K7N2 Delta2 Series (MS-6570E
v1.X) ATX mainboard. The K7N2 Delta2 Series mainboard is based
on NVIDIA®nForce™2 Ultra 400/IGP & NVIDIA®Gigabit MCP/RAID
MCP for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced
AMD®Athlon™, Athlon™ XPor Duron™ processors, the K7N2 Delta2
Series mainboard delivers a high performance and professional desk-
top platform solution.
Getting Started

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MS-6570E ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD Athlon/Athlon XP /Duron processors
hSupports from 1100MHz to FSB 400 Athlon XP 3200+ processor
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/program/
products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php)
Chipset
hNVIDIA®nForce2 Ultra 400/nForce2 IGP
- FSB @266/333/400 MHz
- AGP 8X and PCI Advanced high performance memory controller
- Supports AGP 3.0 8x interface
- Integrated graphics controller (IGP only)
hNVIDIA nForce2 Gigabit MCP/RAID MCP
- Integrated Ethernet MAC
- Integrated Hardware Sound Blaster/Direct Sound AC97 audio
- Ultra DMA 66/100/133 master mode PCI EIDE controller
- Supports USB 2.0
- Integrated SATA Interface
Main Memory
hSupports six memory banks dual channel DDR, using three 184-pin DDR DIMMs
hSupports a maximum memory size up to 3GB
hSupports 2.5v DDR SDRAM DIMM
(For the updated supporting memory modules, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/
program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php.)
Slots
hOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot
- Supports AGP 3.0 8X
hFive 32-bit Master PCI bus slots
hSupports 3.3V/5V PCI bus Interface
USB Interface
h8 USB ports
- Controlled by Gigabit MCP/RAID MCP southbridge
- 4 ports in the rear I/O, 4 ports via external bracket
On-Board IDE
hTwo IDE controllers integrated on the nVIDIA nForce2 Gigabit MCP/RAID MCP chipset
providing IDE HDD/CD-ROM with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA66/100/133 opera-
tion modes
hCan connect up to four IDE devices

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Getting Started
On-Board Peripherals
hOn-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 1 FDD with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
2.88Mbytes
- 1 serial port
- 1 VGA port (IGP only)
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- audio ports in vertical
- 1 D-Bracket2 pinheader
hOn-Board 10/100/1000 (Optional) Ethernet
- A 802.3 NVIDIA MAC for 1000 BASE-T/100 BASE-T/10 BASE-T Gigabit/Fast
Ethernet/Ethernet
- RGMII for Gigabit/Fast Ethernet/Ethernet (Gigabit MCP south bridge)
- MII for Fast Ethernet/Ethernet (RAID MCP south bridge)
IEEE1394 (Optional)
hSupports up to 3 * 1394 ports (via external bracket). Transfer rate is up to
400Mbps.
Audio
hChip integrated (5.1 channel H/W audio)
- Direct Sound AC97 audio
- 6 channel analog output
- Digital SPDIF out signal compatible W/S-Bracket
SATA Interface
hIntegrated SATA Phy, supporting up to 2 ports
hOne SATA controller, supporting two drives in master mode
ATTENTION!!!
Please note that users cannot install OS, neither WinME nor Win98,
in their SATA hard drive. Under these two OSs, SATA can only be
used as a normal storage device.

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MS-6570E ATX Mainboard
NV RAID (Software)
hSupports 2 serial ATA plus 1 ATA 133
- RAID 0, or 1, 0+1, JBOD is supported
- Booting from RAID
- Cross controller RAID support
- Rebuilding on the Fly
- Spare Disk Allocation
hSupports Windows 2000 and later versions
BIOS
hThe mainboard BIOS provides “Plug & Play” BIOS which detects the peripheral
devices and expansion cards of the board automatically.
hThe mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) function which
records your mainboard specifications.
Dimension
hATX Form Factor: 30.4 cm (L) x 24 cm (W)
Mounting
h6 mounting holes
Others
hSuspend to RAM/Disk (S3/S4)
hSupports PCI 2.3
ATTENTION!!!
To create a bootable RAID volume for a Windows 2000 environment,
Microsoft’s Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 (SP4) is required. As
the end user cannot boot without SP4, a combination installation
CD must be created before attempting to install the operating sys-
tem onto the bootable RAID volume.
To create the combination installation CD, please refer to the fol-
lowing website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/
downloads/servicepacks/sp4/HFdeploy.htm

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Getting Started
Mainboard Layout
K7N2 Delta2 (MS-6570E v1.X) Series Mainboard
BATT
+
NVIDIA
nFORCE2
Gigabit MCP/
RAID MCP
nVIDIA
nFORCE2
Ultra 400/
IGP
DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3
ATX
Power Supply
JPW1
JCD1
Codec
JIR1
SOCKET 462
BIOS
PCI Slot 5
PCI Slot 4
PCI Slot 3
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 1
IDE 1
IDE2
JBAT1
JFP1
JLED1
JFP2
JAUD1
SATA1
SATA2
JCI1
C_FAN1
NB_FAN1
S_FAN2
S_FAN1
Winbond
W83627THF
FDD 1
AGP Slot
JUSB2
JUSB1
RTL8201BL/CL
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom:
COMA
VGA(Optional)
Top : mouse
Bottom: keyboard
T: LAN jack
B:USBports
T: SPDIF Out
B:USBports
T:
M:
B:Mic
Line-In
Line-Out
J1394_1
(optional) J1394_2
(
optional
)
J1394_3
(
optional
)
VIA
VT6306
(
optional
)
Type I

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MS-6570E ATX Mainboard
BATT
+
NVIDIA
nFORCE2
Gigabit MCP/
RAID MCP
nVIDIA
nFORCE2
Ultra 400/
IGP
DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3
ATX
Power Supply
JPW1
JCD1
Codec
JIR1
SOCKET 462
BIOS
PCI Slot 5
PCI Slot 4
PCI Slot 3
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 1
IDE 1
IDE 2
JBAT1
JFP1
JLED1
JFP2
JAUD1
SATA1
SATA2
JCI1
C_FAN1
NB_FAN1
S_FAN2
S_FAN1
Winbond
W83627THF
FDD1
AGP Slot
JUSB2
JUSB1
88E1111
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom:
COMA
VGA (Optional)
Top : mouse
Bottom:keyboard
T: LAN jack
B:USBports
T: SPDIF Out
B:USBports
J1394_1
(optional) J1394_2 (optional)
J1394_3
(optional)
VIA
VT6306
(optional)
T:
M:
B:Mic
Line-In
Line-Out
T:
M:
B:SPDIF Out
Line-Out
Line-Out
K7N2 Delta2 (MS-6570E v1.X) Series Mainboard
Type II

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Getting Started
Packing Contents
Power Cable
SATA Cable (Optional)
User’s Guide
D-Bracket 2 (Optional)
MSI motherboard MSI Driver/Utility CD
Round Cable of
IDE Devices
Back IO Shield Round Cable of
Floppy Disk

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MS-6570E ATX Mainboard

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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules,
and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jumpers on the
mainboard. Also, it provides the instructions on connecting the periph-
eral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc.
While doing the installation, be careful in holding the compo-
nents and follow the installation procedures.
Hardware Setup

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MS-6570E ATX Mainboard
Quick Components Guide
JBAT1, p.2-23
DDR DIMMs, p.2-6
CPU, p.2-3
CPU_FAN1, p.2-15
FDD1, p.2-15
SATA1/2, p.2-17
IDE1/2, p.2-16
JFP1/2, p.2-18
JUSB1/2, p.2-20
JAUD1, p.2-19
JIR1, p.2-22
J1394_1/2/3, p.2-21
JWR1, p.2-8
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-9
JPW1, p.2-8
JLED1, p.2-22
S_FAN2, p.2-15
JCD1, p.2-19
NB_FAN1, p.2-15
S_FAN1, p.2-15
JCI1, p.2-20
Different by types

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Hardware Setup
Central Processing Unit: CPU
MSI Reminds You...
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always 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 tolerate such abnor-
mal 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 be-
yond product specifications.
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 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.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/
program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php.
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
CPU Clock multiplied by Core/Bus ratio equals the CPU core speed.
For example:
If CPUClock = 100MHz
Core/Bus ratio = 14
then CPU core speed = Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
= 100MHz x 14
= 1.4 GHz

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MS-6570E ATX Mainboard
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-de-
gree angle.
3. Look for the gold arrow. The gold
arrow should point towards 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 procedures may
cause permanent damages to
your mainboard.
5. Press the CPU down firmly into
the socket and close the lever.
As the CPU is likely to move while
the lever is being closed, al-
ways close the lever with your
fingers pressing tightly on top of
the CPU to make sure the CPU is
properly and completely embed-
ded 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 power supply
connector provided on your
mainboard.
Installing AMD Athlon CPU (Socket 462) Cooler Set
Apply some heat
sink paste
MSI Reminds You...
Please apply some heat sink paste on top of CPU to dissipate the
heat more effectively.