MSI MS-6593 User manual

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K7T266 Pro2-U/UL
Version 1.2
G52-M6593X5
MS-6593 (v1.X) ATX Mainboard

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Manual Rev: 1.2
Release Date: Nov. 2002
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-StarInternational MS-6593
Testedtocomply
withFCCStandard
ForHomeor OfficeUse

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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.2 First release Nov. 2002
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.
Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver
updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/
Contact 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
equipmentfrom overheating. DO NOTCOVER THEOPENINGS.
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 UnplugthePower Cord beforeinsertingany add-on cardormodule.
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
Chapter1.GettingStarted ........................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specifications ....................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ............................................................................... 1-4
MSI Special Features ...........................................................................1-5
FuzzyLogic™ 4 .............................................................................1-5
LiveBIOS™/LiveDriver™ ............................................................1-7
Live Monitor™ ..............................................................................1-7
D-Bracket™2 (Optional) ............................................................... 1-8
PCAlert™4 ................................................................................. 1-10
Chapter2.HardwareSetup ....................................................................... 2-1
Quick Components Guide ....................................................................2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU .............................................................. 2-3
CPU Installation Procedures ......................................................... 2-3
Memory................................................................................................2-5
Installing DDR Modules ............................................................... 2-5
Power Supply .......................................................................................2-6
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 ............................................2-6
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................ 2-6
BackPanel ............................................................................................2-7
Connectors...........................................................................................2-8
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1............................................. 2-8
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ............................................. 2-8
Fan Power Connectors: CFAN1/SFAN1 ........................................2-9
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: J3........................................2-9
CD-In Connector: J10 ....................................................................2-9
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ......................................... 2-10
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ........................................ 2-11
Front USB Connectors: JUSB2/JUSB3 ........................................ 2-12

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D-Bracket™2 Connector:JLED .................................................. 2-13
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-14
Clear CMOS Jumper:JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-14
FSBClockJumper: SW3 .............................................................. 2-14
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-15
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-15
Chapter3.BIOS Setup.............................................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup......................................................................................3-2
Selecting the First Boot Device .....................................................3-2
Control Keys .................................................................................3-3
Getting Help .................................................................................. 3-3
The Main Menu ................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................... 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................... 3-7
Advanced Chipset Features............................................................... 3-11
Power Management Features............................................................. 3-15
PNP/PCI Configurations..................................................................... 3-18
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-19
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-21
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-22
Load High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults.................................... 3-22
Set Supervisor/User Password........................................................... 3-23
Appendix:Using4-or6-ChannelAudioFunction ....................................A-1
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function ...............................................A-2
Installing the Audio Driver...........................................................A-2
Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function ........................................A-2
Testing the Connected Speakers.........................................................A-6
Testing Each Speaker ...................................................................A-6
PlayingKaraOK ..................................................................................A-8
PlayingKaraOK............................................................................A-8

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Thank you for purchasing the K7T266 Pro2-U/UL (MS-
6593 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The K7T266 Pro2-U/UL are based
on VIA®Apollo KT266A & VT8235 chipsets for optimal sys-
tem efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced AMD®Athlon™,
Athlon™ XPor Duron™ processors, the K7T266 Pro2-U/UL
deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform
solution.
Getting Started

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MS-6593 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD®Athlon™/Athlon™ XP /Duron™
processors.
hSupports up to 2600+ (1.8GHz) or higher speed.
Chipset
hVIA®KT266A chipset
-FSB@200/266MHz.
-SupportsDDR200/266 memory.
- AGP 4X and PCI advanced high performance memory controller.
hVIA®VT8235 chipset
- Integrated Direct Sound AC97 audio.
- Dual channel Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 master mode EIDE controller.
- ACPI & PC2001 compliant enhanced power management.
- Integrated USB 2.0 controller.
- Integrated LAN 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.
-SupportsAGP 2.0 1x/2x/4x.
hSix 32-bit 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 DMA133/100/66/33 operation modes.
hCan connect up to four IDE devices.
On-BoardPeripherals
hOn-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
2.88Mbytes

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- 2 serial ports (COM A + COM B)
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 1 audio/game port
- 6 USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 2/ Front * 4)
Audio
hRealTek ALC650 6-channel audio.
LAN (Optional)
h10/100Mbps Ethernet onboard.
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
hATX Form Factor: 30.5 cm (L) x 20 cm (W).
Mounting
h6 mounting holes.
Others
hSuspend to RAM/Disk (S3/S4).
hPC2001compliant.
hVoltage independent adjustment in CPU, DDR, AGP.

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MS-6593 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Layout
K7T266 Pro2-U/UL (MS-6593 v1.X) ATX Mainboard
BATT
+
VT8235
VIA
KT266A
DDR1
DDR2
J3
ATX
PowerSupply
JBAT1
JAUD1
SOCKET 462
BIOS
PCI Slot 5
PCI Slot 6
PCI Slot 4
PCI Slot 3
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 1
JFP1 JFP2
JUSB2 JUSB3
JLED
T: LAN Jack
B: USB Ports
(Optional)
Top:
Parallel Port
Bottom:
COMA
COMB
Top: Mouse
Bottom: Keyboard
J10
CFAN1
JPW1
IDE2
IDE1
SFAN1
Winbond
W83697HF
RealTek
ALC650
Top:
GamePort
Bottom:
Line-Out
Line-In
Mic
FDD1
AGP Slot
SW3