MSI MS-7015 User manual

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Thank you for purchasing MS-7015 v1.X Micro-ATX
mainboard. The MS-7015 v1.X is based on VIA®Apollo KT600 &
VT8237 chipsets, provides eight USB 2.0 ports for high-speed
data transmission and C-Media 9761 chip for 6-channel audio
output. Designed to fit the advanced AMD®Athlon™,Athlon™
XP or Duron™ processors, the MS-7015 v1.X delivers a high
performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Getting Started

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MS-7015 M-ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD®Athlon™/Athlon™ XP /Duron™
processors.
hSupports up to 3200+.
Chipset
hVIA®Apollo KT600 chipset
- FSB @200/266/333/400 MHz.
- Supports DDR200/266/333/400 DDR SDRAM.
-AGP 8X and PCI advanced high performance memory controller.
hVIA®VT8237 chipset
- Ultra DMA 66/100/133 master mode EIDE controller.
- ACPI & PC2001 compliant enhanced power management.
- Supports 8 USB 2.0 ports
MainMemory
hSupports four memory banks using two 184-pin 200/266/333/400 DDR
SDRAMs.
hDDR400 memory supports.
hSupports up to 2GB memory size.
Slots
hOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot.
- Supports AGP 8X.
hThree 32-bit PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface).
On-Board IDE
hAn IDE controller on the VT8237 chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-ROM with
PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA133/100/66 operation modes.
- Can connect up to four Ultra ATA drives.
On-Board Peripherals
hOn-Board Peripherals include:
- 1 floppy port supports 2 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and
2.88Mbytes
- 1 serial port (COM A)
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode

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- 1 audio port (SPDIF-in, SPDIF-out, Line-in, Line-out)
- 8 USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 4)
- 1394 port
- RJ45 LAN port
Audio
h6 channels software audio codec C-Media 9761.
- Compliance with AC97 v2.2 Spec.
- Meet PC2001 audio performance requirement.
LAN 10/100MBps (Optional)
hVIA 6103
- Integrated Ethernet MAC and PHY transceiver, auto-negotiation
operation.
- Supports 10MB/s and 100MB/s.
- Compliance with PCI v2.2 and LAN on Motherboard (LOM) standard.
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.
hACPI, 1.0a, APM1.2, PnP 1.0a, SMBIOS 2.3, USB 2.0, WFM 2.0, Overclock,
Boot from USB device.
Dimension
hATX Form Factor: 24.5 cm (L) x 24.5 cm (W).
Mounting
h6 mounting holes.

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Mainboard Layout
MS-7015 v1.X Micro-ATX Mainboard
DDR1
DDR2
AGP Slot
SOCKET 462
Top : mouse
Bottom: keyboard
T: R J 4 5 L AN j a c k
B: USB ports
T: 1394 Port
B: USB ports
JL_IN1
JVEDIO1
Codec
VIA
VT6103
VIA
VT6306
BATT
+
BIOS
Winbond
83697HF
VIA
VT8237
VIA
KT600
IDE1
IDE2
FDD1
PCI Slot 1
PCI Slot 2
PCI Slot 3
JAUDIO1 J9 JUSB2 JUSB1
CPUFA1
SYSFA1
JPW1
ATX
PowerSupply
F_P1
SW2
SW1
JBAT1
J7
JSLP1
SPDIF-In
-Out
Line-in
SPDIF-
Center/Subwoofer
Surrounding
Line-out
Top : L P T
Bottom:
COM A

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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 peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard,
etc.
While doing the installation, be careful in holding the
components and follow the installation procedures.
Hardware Setup

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MS-7015 M-ATX Mainboard
Quick Components Guide
JL_IN1,p.2-18
DDR DIMMs, p.2-6
CPU, p.2-3
Back Panel I/O,
p.2-9
CPUFA1, p.2-14
FDD1, p.2-14
JUSB1 & JSUB2,
p.2-17
J9, p.2-16
JSLP1, p.2-17
AGP Slot, p.2-22
PCI Slots, p.2-22
IDE1 & IDE2,
p.2-15
SW1, SW2, p.2-21
SYSFA1, p.2-14
JVEDIO1, p.2-18
F_P1, p.2-19
JPW1, p.2-8
CONN1, p.2-8
JBAT1, p.2-20
J7, p.2-18
JAUDIO1, p.2-19

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Central Processing Unit: CPU
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
If CPU Clock = 100MHz
Core/Bus ratio = 14
then CPU core speed = Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
= 100MHz x 14
= 1.4 GHz
The mainboard supports AMD®Athlon™, Athlon™ XP and Duron™
processors in the 462 pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called
Socket-462 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.
ThermalIssueforCPU
AMD Athlon™/Athlon™ XP/Duron™ processor with a speed
of 600MHz and above requires LARGER heatsink and fan.
You also need to add thermal grease 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
ensuringreliableoperation.Youcan checkAMD’s websitefor moreinformation.
!
WARNING!
Memory Speed/CPU Clock Support Matrix
○:Yes.
X: Not available .
CPUClock
Memory DDR 266
133MHz
DDR 333 DDR 400
166MHz
200MHz
○
○
○
○
○
○
DDR200
X○
100MHz ○X
○
X
X
X
○
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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. 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, always close the lever
with your fingers pressing
tightly on top of the CPU to
make sure the CPU is properly
and completely 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
X
O

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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 sup-
ply connector provided on your
mainboard.
Installing AMD Athlon CPU (Socket 462) Cooler Set
Apply some heat
sink paste
MSIRemindsYou...
Please apply some heat sink paste on top of CPU to dissipate
the heat more effectively.

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The mainboard provides 2 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM
(Double In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory size up
to2GB.YoucaninstallPC3200/DDR400,PC2700/DDR333,PC2100/DDR266or
PC1600/DDR200 modules on the DDR DIMM slots (DDR 1~2).
Memory
DIMM1 & DIMM2
Introduction to DDR SDRAM
DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM is similar to conventional SDRAM,
but doubles the rate by transferring data twice per cycle. It uses 2.5 volts as
opposedto 3.3volts usedin SDRSDRAM, andrequires 184-pinDIMM modules
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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Hardware Setup
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.
MSIRemindsYou...
You can barely see the golden finger if the module is properly
inserted in the socket.
Volt Notch
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:
DDR DIMM Module Combination
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

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Power Supply
The mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Before
inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all components
are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused.
ATX 20-PinPowerConnector: 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.
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1
This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
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
PIN SIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 12V
4 12V
JPW1 Pin Definition
CONN1
10
1
20
11
1
3
4
2

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The back panel provides the following connectors:
Back Panel
Mouse Connector
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2®mouse mini DIN connector
for attaching a PS/2®mouse. You can plug a PS/2®mouse directly into this
connector. The connector location and pin assignments are as follows:
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 Mouse DATA Mouse DATA
2 NC No connection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Mouse Clock Mouse clock
6 NC No connection
Pin Definition
PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female)
21
3
4
5
6
Mouse Parallel
USB Ports
COM A USB Ports
Keyboard Surrounding
C/S
L-out
LAN
(Optional) 1394 Port
S-out
S-in
L-in

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Keyboard Connector
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2®keyboard mini DIN connector
for attaching a PS/2®keyboard. You can plug a PS/2®keyboard directly into
this connector.
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 Keyboard DATA Keyboard DATA
2 NC No connection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Keyboard Clock Keyboard clock
6 NC No connection
Pin Definition
PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female)
21
3
4
5
6
USB 2.0 Connectors
The mainboard provides a UHCI (Universal Host Controller Interface)
Universal Serial Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse
or other USB-compatible devices. You can plug the USB device directly into
the connector.
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 VCC +5V
2 -Data 0 Negative Data Channel 0
3 +Data0 Positive Data Channel 0
4 GND Ground
5 VCC +5V
6 -Data 1 Negative Data Channel 1
7 +Data 1 Positive Data Channel 1
8 GND Ground
USB Port Description
USB Ports
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8

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Serial Port Connector: COM A
The mainboard offers one 9-pin male DIN connector as serial port COM
A. The port is 16550A high speed communication ports that sends/receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to
the connectors.
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 DCD Data Carry Detect
2 SIN Serial In or Receive Data
3 SOUT Serial Out or Transmit Data
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready)
5 GND Ground
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 RTS Request To Send
8 CTS Clear To Send
9 RI Ring Indicate
Pin Definition
9-Pin Male DIN Connector
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9
RJ-45 LAN Jack (Optional)
The mainboard provides one standard RJ-45 jack for connection to Local
Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to the LAN jack.
Pin Definition
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 TDP Transmit Differential Pair
2 TDN Transmit Differential Pair
3 RDP Receive Differential Pair
4 NC Not Used
5 NC Not Used
6 RDN Receive Differential Pair
7 NC Not Used
8 NC Not Used
RJ-45 LAN Jack

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13 1
14
25
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 STROBE Strobe
2 DATA0 Data0
3 DATA1 Data1
4 DATA2 Data2
5 DATA3 Data3
6 DATA4 Data4
7 DATA5 Data5
8 DATA6 Data6
9 DATA7 Data7
10 ACK# Acknowledge
11 BUSY Busy
12 PE Paper End
13 SELECT Select
14 AUTO FEED# Automatic Feed
15 ERR# Error
16 INIT# Initialize Printer
17 SLIN# Select In
18 GND Ground
19 GND Ground
20 GND Ground
21 GND Ground
22 GND Ground
23 GND Ground
24 GND Ground
25 GND Ground
Pin Definition
ParallelPortConnector:LPT1
The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT.
A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port
(EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

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Audio Port Connectors
Surrounding
Center/Subwoofer
Line-Out
SPDIF-Out
SPDIF-In
Line-in
1394 Port
There is one 1394 port on the back panel providing the connection for
1394 devices.
1394 port
MSIRemindsYou...
For advanced audio application, C-Media 9761 is provided to
offer support for 6-channel audio operation and can turn rear
audio connectors from 2-channel to 4-/6-channel audio.
Line Out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is used for
external CD player, Tape player, or other audio devices. Other four ports are for
the 6-channel audio operation.

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FanPowerConnectors:CPUFA1 / SYSFA1
The CPUFA1 (processor fan) and SYSFA1 (system fan) support system
cooling fan with +12V. It supports three-pin head connector. When connecting
the wire to the connectors, always take note that the red wire is the positive
and should be connected to the +12V, the black wire is Ground and should be
connected to GND. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset
on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with speed sensor to take
advantage of the CPU fan control.
MSIRemindsYou...
1. Always consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
2. CPUFA1 supports the fan control. You can install the Core
Center utility that will automatically control the CPU fan speed
according to the actual CPU temperature.
The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case,
LAN, USB Ports, IR module and CPU/System/Power Supply FAN.
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that
supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types.
Connectors
FDD1
CPUFA1
Sensor
+12V
GND
SYSFA1
Sensor
+12V
GND

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Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2
The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/
133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/
100/133 function. You can connect up to four hard disk drives, CD-ROM,
120MB Floppy and other devices.
IDE1 (Primary IDE Connector)
The first hard drive should always be connected to IDE1. IDE1 can connect a
Master and a Slave drive. You must configure second hard drive to Slave
mode by setting the jumper accordingly.
IDE2 (Secondary IDE Connector)
IDE2 can also connect a Master and a Slave drive.
MSI Reminds You...
If you install two hard disks on cable, you must configure the
second drive to Slave mode by setting its jumper. Refer to the
hard disk documentation supplied by hard disk vendors for jumper
setting instructions.
IDE1 IDE2

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IEEE 1394 Connector: J9
The mainboard provides one 1394 pin header that allows you to connect
optional IEEE 1394 ports.
J9
Foolproof
design
Connected to J9
IEEE1394 Bracket (Optional)
PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL
1 TPA+ 2 TPA-
3 Ground 4 Ground
5 TPB+ 6 TPB-
7 Cable power 8 Cablepower
9 Key (no pin) 10 Ground
J9 Pin Definition
1
92
10