MSI MS 7030 - K8N Neo Platinum Motherboard User manual

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G52-M7030X4
MS-7030 (v1.X) ATX Mainboard
K8N Neo Series

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Manual Rev: 1.1
Release Date: May 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-7030
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 March 2004
with nVidia nForce3 250 Gb
(Platinum version)
V1.1 Update description of BIOS May 2004
& DigiCell (Platinum 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
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 ............................................................................ 2-2
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 754.............................................2-4
Installing AMD Athlon64 CPU Cooler Set ...................................................2-5
Memory ...............................................................................................................2-7
Introduction to DDR SDRAM.......................................................................2-7
DIMMModuleCombination .......................................................................... 2-7
Installing DDR Modules ...............................................................................2-8
Power Supply.....................................................................................................2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 ........................................................2-9
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1............................................................ 2-9
Important Notification of Power Issue.....................................................2-10
Back Panel ........................................................................................................ 2-11
Mouse/Keyboard Connector.................................................................... 2-11
IEEE1394 Port (Optional) .......................................................................... 2-11
Serial Port Connector ...............................................................................2-12
USB Connectors .......................................................................................2-12
LAN (RJ-45) Jack .....................................................................................2-13
Audio Port Connectors.............................................................................2-13
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ..................................................................2-14
Connectors .......................................................................................................2-15
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 ........................................................2-15
Fan Power Connectors: C_FAN1/S_FAN1/S_FAN2/NB_FAN1 ..............2-15
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2.........................................................2-16
Serial ATA/Serial ATA RAID Connectors controlled
by nForce3 250Gb: SATA1~SATA4............................................2-17
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2.....................................................2-18

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D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JLED1 ............................................................2-19
CD-In Connector: JCD1 ............................................................................2-20
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 .....................................................2-20
IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 ..........................................................2-21
Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 ................................................2-21
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCASE1.......................................2-22
IEEE 1394 Connectors: J1394_1, J1394_0 .............................................2-22
Jumpers ............................................................................................................2-23
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ....................................................................2-23
Slots ..................................................................................................................2-24
PCI Interrupt Request Routing..................................................................2-24
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot ...................................................2-24
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots......................................2-24
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
The Main Menu ................................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features.................................................................................. 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features.................................................................................. 3-8
Advanced Chipset Features ........................................................................... 3-11
Integrated Peripherals......................................................................................3-12
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

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MEGASTICK .....................................................................................................4-10
Basic Function ..........................................................................................4-10
Non-Unicode programs supported ..........................................................4-12
Core Center (for AMD 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
Introduction.................................................................................................................5-2
System Requirement ..........................................................................................5-2
RAID Configuration .................................................................................................... 5-3
Basic Configuration Instructions .......................................................................5-3
Setting Up the NVRAID BIOS .............................................................................5-3
NVIDIA RAID Utility 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
Chapter 6. Installation of Driver & Utility.......................................................... 6-1
Utility Installation......................................................................................................... 6-2
Driver Installation ....................................................................................................... 6-3
NVIDIA nForce3 System Driver ......................................................................... 6-3
Realtek AC97 Audio Driver ................................................................................6-6

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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Thank you for choosing the K8N Neo Platinum (MS-7030)
v1.X ATX mainboard. The K8N Neo Platinum mainboard is based on
nVIDIA®nForce™3 250Gb chipset for optimal system efficiency.
Designed to fit the advanced AMD®K8 Athlon 64 processor, the
K8N Neo Platinum mainboard delivers a high performance and
professional desktop platform solution.
Getting Started

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7030 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Socket-754 for AMD K8 Athlon™ processor up to 3400+.
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/program/
products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php)
Chipset
hnVIDIA nForce3 250Gb
- Supports K8 Athlon64 processor S-754, 800MHz Hypertransport interface.
- Supports single memory channels, DDR 400/333/266 without ECC support.
- Supports external AGP 4X/8X
- Integrated Serial ATA interface: dual channel 4 S-ATA RAID controller and dual
channel ATA 133/100/66/33 master mode EIDE controller.
- Integrated nVIDIA MAC for Gigabit LAN.
- Supports 8 high speed USB2.0 ports.
- AC’97 2.3 compliance.
Main Memory
hSupports 3 slots for 184-pin DDR DIMM modules
hSupports the memory size up to 3GB (for DDR333/266) / 2GB (For DDR400) .
hSupports DDR 400/333/266.
(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) 1.5v 4X/8X slot
hFive 32-bit PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface)
On-Board IDE
hAn IDE controller on the nVIDIA nForce3 250Gb chipset provides IDE HDD/CD-ROM
with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA133/100/66 operation modes
hCan connect up to four IDE devices
SATA Interface
hIntegrated SATA PHY, supporting up to 4 ports
hOne SATA controller, supporting 4 drives in master mode
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 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 6 audio ports
- 8 USB ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 4)
- 1 RJ-45 LAN jack
- 3 IEEE 1394 connectors (Rear * 1/ Front * 2)

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Getting Started
LAN
hnVIDIA nForce3 250Gb LAN controller
- Integrated Fast Ethernet MAC and PHY in one chip.
- Supports 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s and 1000Mb/s auto-negotiation operation.
- Compliant with PCI v2.2.
- Supports ACPI Power Management.
Audio
hRealtek ALC850 7.1-channel audio codec
IEEE1394
hVIA PCI IEEE 1394 controller (3 ports supported)
NV RAID (Software)
hSupports 2 serial ATA plus 1 ATA 133
- RAID 1, or 1, o+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.
Mounting and Dimension
hATX Form Factor: 24.4 cm (L) x 30.5 cm (W)
h9 mounting holes
MSI Reminds You...
1. Please note that users cannot install OS, either WinME or Win98, in
their SATA hard drive. Under these two OSs, SATA can only be used
as a normal storage device.
2. 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 system
onto the bootable RAID volume.
To create the combination installation CD, please refer to the follow-
ing website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/downloads/
servicepacks/sp4/HFdeploy.htm

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7030 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Layout
K8N Neo (MS-7030) v1.X ATX Mainboard
DDR1
DDR3
DDR2
IDE1
IDE2
JWR1
JCASE1
SATA4
SATA2
SATA3
PCI Slot3
PCI Slot2
PCI Slot 1
PCI Slot 4
PCI Slot 5
JUSB2JUSB1
C_FAN1
S_FAN1
S_FAN2
NB_FAN1
JFP1
J1394_1 JFP2
JIR1
BATT
+
FDD 1
JBAT1
JAUD1
BIOS
VIA
VT6306
AGP1
Top : mouse
Bottom:keyboard
B: USB ports
T: LAN jack
B: USB ports
T:
M:
B:
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
T:RS-Out
M:CS-Out
B:SPDIFOut
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom:
COM A
1394 Port
SPDIF
JCD1
Winbond
W83627HF
88E1111-RC
JLED1
JPW1
ALC
850
J1394_0
nForce3
250Gb

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

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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-7030 ATX Mainboard
Quick Components Guide
BATT
+
DDR DIMMs, p.2-7
FDD1, p.2-15
JFP1, p.2-18
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-11
JPW1, p.2-9
IDE1/2, p.2-16
JWR1, p.2-9
JFP2, p.2-18
AGP1, p.2-24
PCI Slots 1~5,
p.2-24
S_FAN1, S_FAN2, p.2-15
JAUD1, p.2-20
SATA3, SATA4,
p.2-17
SATA1, SATA2,
p.2-17
JLED1, p.2-19
JUSB1, JUSB2,
p.2-21
NB_FAN1,
p.2-15
C_FAN1,
p.2-15
JCD1, p.2-20
J1394_1, p.2-22
J1394_0, p.2-22
JBAT1, p.2-23
JIR1, p.2-21
JCASE1,
p.2-22

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Hardware Setup
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports AMD®Athlon64 processor. The mainboard uses a
CPU socket called Socket-754 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 have 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.
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.

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MS-7030 ATX Mainboard
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 754
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.
OpenLever
90 degree
Sliding
Plate
Gold
arrow
Gold
arrow
Gold
arrow
C orrect
CPU
placem ent
Incorrect
CPU
placem ent
X
O
Close
Lever
Press
dow n
th e C P U

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Hardware Setup
Installing AMD Athlon64 CPU Cooler Set
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 have
the heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before
turning on the computer.
1. Detach the shield of the
backplate’s paster.
2. Turn over the mainboard, and
install the backplate to the
proper position.
3. Turn over the mainboard
again and place the
mainboard on the flat surface.
Locate the two screw holes
of the mainboard.
4. Align the retention mechanism
and the backplate. Fix the re-
tention mechanism and the
backplate with two screws.
retention mechanism

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MS-7030 ATX Mainboard
8. Fasten down the lever.
9. Make sure the safety hook
completely clasps the fixed
bolt of the retention
mechanism.
6. Press down the other end of the
clip to fasten the cooling set on
the top of the retention
mechanism.
5. Position the cooling set onto the
retention mechanism. Hook one
end of the clip to hook first.
7. Locate the Fix Lever, Safety Hook
and the Fixed Bolt. Lift up the in-
tensive fixed lever.
Safety Hook
Fixed Bolt
Fixed Lever
MSI Reminds You...
While disconnecting the Safety
Hook from the fixed bolt, it is
necessary to keep an eye on
your fingers, because once the
Safety Hook is disconnected
from the fixed bolt, the fixed
lever will spring back instantly.

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Hardware Setup
Memory
DDR3
The mainboard provides 3 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM (Double In-
Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory size up to 3GB (for DDR266/
333) / 2GB (for DDR400). You can install DDR266/333/400 modules on the DDR DIMM
slots (DDR 1~3).
For the updated supporting memory modules, please visit http://www.msi.
com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php.
DDR1
DDR2
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.
MSI Reminds You...
You can barely see the golden finger if the module is properly in-
serted in the socket.
Volt Notch

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MS-7030 ATX Mainboard
Recommended Memory Combination List
S: Single Side D: Double Side
DDR400
DDR1 DDR2 DDR3
S
DIMMSlot
Max Speed
--
S-
S
-
--
D--
D-
D
-
--
SS-
SS-
S
S
D
D
-
-
D
D
D
S
S
D
DD
--
--
-
-
S
D
S
S
-
-D D
SD
D
S
S
SSD
S
DD D
DD
D
S
S
DDD
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR400
DDR333
DDR333
DDR333
DDR333
DDR333
DDR333
DDR333
DDR333
DDR333
SSS
DDR400
DSSDDR400