MSI MS-6728 User manual

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865PE/G Neo3
G52-M6728XV
MS-6728 (v3.X) ATX Mainboard

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Manual Rev: 3.0
Release Date: August 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. Opera-
tion 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-6728

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RevisionHistory
Revision Revision History Date
V3.0 First release of PCB 3.0 with chipsets August 2004
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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 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 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
Trademarks.................................................................................................................... iii
Revision History ............................................................................................................ iii
Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................... iv
Technical Support......................................................................................................... iv
Chapter 1. Getting Started....................................................................................1-1
Mainboard Specifications ....................................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ................................................................................................ 1-4
Packing Contents ................................................................................................. 1-5
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup .................................................................................. 2-1
Quick Components Guide ....................................................................................2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU............................................................................... 2-3
Introduction to LGA 775 CPU ......................................................................2-3
CPU & Cooler Installation .............................................................................2-4
Memory.................................................................................................................2-7
Introduction to DDR SDRAM........................................................................2-7
DDR Population Rules ................................................................................. 2-7
Installing DDR Modules ................................................................................2-8
Power Supply .....................................................................................................2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: ATX1 ..........................................................2-9
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1.............................................................2-9
Back Panel ........................................................................................................2-10
Mouse/Keyboard Connector.....................................................................2-10
VGA Connector (Optional)........................................................................ 2-11
USB Connectors ....................................................................................... 2-11
Serial Port Connector ................................................................................2-12
Audio Port Connectors .............................................................................2-12
RJ-45 LAN Jack ........................................................................................2-13
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ...................................................................2-14
Connectors .......................................................................................................2-15
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 .........................................................2-15
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SFAN1/SFAN2/NBFAN1 ................... 2-15
ATA100 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1, IDE2 ..............................................2-16
Serial ATA/Serial ATA RAID Connectors controlled by
Intel ICH5/ICH5R: SATA1 & SATA2 .................................................2-17
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ......................................................2-18
D-BracketTM 2 Connector: JDB1 ...............................................................2-19

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IEEE 1394 Connectors: J1394_1, J1394_2 (Optional) .............................2-22
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 ...........................................................2-23
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1.......................................................2-23
CD-IN Connector: JCD1.............................................................................2-24
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1...............................................2-24
Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 .................................................2-24
Jumpers ............................................................................................................2-25
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 .....................................................................2-25
Slots ..................................................................................................................2-26
AGP (Accerlated Graphics Port) Slot.......................................................2-26
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots .......................................2-26
PCI Interrupt Request Routing ...................................................................2-26
Chapter 3. BIOS Setup ........................................................................................... 3-1
Entering Setup .................................................................................................... 3-2
Selecting the First Boot Device ..................................................................3-2
Control Keys ...............................................................................................3-3
Getting Help ................................................................................................. 3-3
MainMenu ................................................................................................... 3-3
Default Settings........................................................................................... 3-3
The Main Menu.................................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................................. 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................................. 3-8
Advanced Chipset Features ............................................................................3-12
Power Management Features ..........................................................................3-14
PNP/PCIConfigurations .....................................................................................3-17
Integrated Peripherals.......................................................................................3-20
PC Health Status ...............................................................................................3-25
Frequency/Voltage Control...............................................................................3-26
Set Supervisor/User Password.......................................................................3-29
Load High Performance/BIOS Setup Defaults .................................................3-25
Chapter 4. Introduction to DigiCell .....................................................................4-1
Main .....................................................................................................................4-2
Introduction: ................................................................................................4-2
H/W Diagnostic ...................................................................................................4-4
Communication .................................................................................................... 4-5
Software Access Point ......................................................................................4-6
Terminology ................................................................................................. 4-6
Access Point Mode ..................................................................................... 4-7

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WLAN Card Mode ....................................................................................... 4-8
Live Update .........................................................................................................4-9
MEGASTICK......................................................................................................4-10
Basic Function ..........................................................................................4-10
Non-Unicode programs supported ...........................................................4-12
Core Center (for Pentium 4 CPU) .....................................................................4-14
Left-wing: Current system status ............................................................4-15
Right-wing: PC hardware status during real time operation ...................4-15
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. Introdction to Intel ICH65 Serial ATA RAID .....................................5-1
Introduction .........................................................................................................5-2
BIOS Configuration ............................................................................................. 5-5
Installing Software............................................................................................5-13
Install Driver in Windows XP / 2000 .........................................................5-13
Installation of Intel Application Accelerator RAID Edition ..........................5-14
RAID Migration Instructions ..............................................................................5-19
Create RAID Volume from Existing Disk....................................................5-20
Chapter 6. Introduction to Realtek ALC850 ......................................................6-1
Installing the Audio Codec Driver .......................................................................6-2
Software Configuration......................................................................................6-4
Sound Effect ...............................................................................................6-5
Speaker Configuration ................................................................................6-7
HRTFDemo ................................................................................................. 6-9
General......................................................................................................6-10
SPDIF ......................................................................................................... 6-11
Using 2-, 4-, 6- & 8- Channel Audio Function ..................................................6-12

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the 865PE/G Neo3 (MS-6728) v3.X ATX
mainboard. The 865PE/G Neo3 is based on Intel®865PE/G &
ICH5/5R chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit
the advanced Intel®Pentium 4 Prescott LGA775 processor,
the 865PE/G Neo3 delivers a high performance and professional
desktop platform solution.
Getting Started

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MS-6728 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Intel®Pentium 4 Prescott LGA775 processors in LGA775 package.
hSupports up to Pentium 4 3XX, 5XX, 6XX & P4EE (Intel Pentium 4 Processor with
HT Technology Extreme Edition) sequence processor or higher speed.
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/program/
products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php)
Chipset
hIntel® 865PE/G chipset
- Supports FSB 800/533MHz.
- Supports AGP 8X interface.
- Supports DDR 400/333/266 memory interface.
- Integrated graphics controller (for 865G only).
hIntel®ICH5/ICH5R chipset
- Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) controller, 480Mb/sec, 8 ports.
- 2 Serial ATA/150 ports.
- 2 channel Ultra ATA 100 bus Master IDE controller.
- PCI Master v2.3, I/O APIC.
- Supports both ACPI and legacy APM power management.
- Serial ATA/150 RAID 0 and RAID 1 (Optional).
Main Memory
hSupports four unbuffered DIMM of 2.5 Volt DDR SDRAM.
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hSupports up to 4GB memory size without ECC.
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hSupports Dual channel DDR266/333/400 MHz.
Slots
hOne AGP slot supports 8x/4x.
hFive 32-bit v2.3 Master PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface).
On-Board IDE
hDual Ultra DMA 66/100 IDE controllers integrated in ICH5/ICH5R.
- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation modes.
- Can connect up to four Ultra ATA drives.
hSerial ATA/150 controller integrated in ICH5/ICH5R.
- Up to 150MB/sec transfer speeds.
- Can connect up to two Serial ATA drives.
- Supports SATA RAID 0/RAID 1 (Optional).

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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 COMA
- 1 VGA port (for 865G only)
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 8 USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 4)
- 1 Line-In / Line-Out / Mic-In / Real Speaker Out / Center-Subwoofer Speaker Out
/ SPDIF Out-Optical audio port
- 1 RJ45 LAN jack (Optional)
- 2 IEEE 1394 pinheaders (Optional)
Audio
hAC97 link controller integrated in Intel®ICH5/ICH5R chipset.
h8-channel audio codec Realtek ALC850.
- Compliance with AC97 v2.3 Spec.
- Meet PC2001 audio performance requirement.
LAN
hRealtek® 8100C / 8110S (Optional)
- Integrated Fast Ethernet MAC and PHY in one chip.
- Supports 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s and 1000Mb/s (1000Mb/s for 8110S only).
- Compliance with PCI 2.2.
- Supports ACPI Power Management.
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: 30.5 cm (L) x 24.5 cm (W).
Mounting
h9 mounting holes.