MSI MS-7043 User manual

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EnglishVersion
G52-M7043X5
PT880 Neo (V2.0)
MS-7043(v1.X)ATXMainboard

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Manual Rev: 1.2
Release Date: April 2004
FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A 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-Star International
MS-7043
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
The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR
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.
Trademarks
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RevisionHistory
Revision Revision History Date
V1.2 First release for PT880 Neo (V2.0) April 2004
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.
Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates,
and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/program/service/faq/
faq/esc_faq_list.php
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 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:
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†The power cord or plug is damaged.
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†Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
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†The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
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†The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
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†The equipment has dropped and damaged.
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†The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DONOTLEAVETHISEQUIPMENTINANENVIRONMENTUNCONDITIONED,STOR-
AGETEMPERATUREABOVE600 C(1400F),ITMAYDAMAGETHEEQUIPMENT.
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
FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement .......................................................... ii
Copyright Notice ............................................................................................................ iii
Trademarks.................................................................................................................... iii
Revision History ............................................................................................................ iii
Technical Support.......................................................................................................... iii
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................ v
Chapter 1. Getting Started ....................................................................................1-1
Mainboard Specifications ................................................................................... 1-2
Mainboard Layout ............................................................................................... 1-4
MSI Special Features ..........................................................................................1-5
Color Management ......................................................................................1-5
CoreCenter .................................................................................................. 1-6
CoreCellTMChip .........................................................................................1-8
Round Cable (Optional)...............................................................................1-9
CPU Thermal Protection ..............................................................................1-9
Live BIOS™/Live Driver™......................................................................... 1-11
Live Monitor™ ........................................................................................... 1-11
D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional)...........................................................................1-12
S-Bracket (Optional)..................................................................................1-14
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup .................................................................................. 2-1
Quick Components Guide ...................................................................................2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU.............................................................................. 2-3
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure ......................................................2-3
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix ...................................................2-3
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 478 .............................................. 2-4
Installing the CPU Fan ................................................................................. 2-5
Memory ...............................................................................................................2-7
Memory Population Rules............................................................................ 2-7
InstallingDDR Modules ................................................................................2-8
Power Supply .....................................................................................................2-9
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: ATX1 .......................................................... 2-9
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1............................................................. 2-9
BackPanel.........................................................................................................2-10
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 .......................................................... 2-11
ATA133 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ............................................ 2-11
Connectors ....................................................................................................... 2-11
Serial ATA RAID 0, 1 Connectors: SATA1, SATA2 ...................................2-12
Fan Power Connector: CPUFA1 ..............................................................2-13

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Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1.......................................................2-13
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1 (Optional) ..............................2-14
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ......................................................2-14
CD-In Connector: JCD1 .............................................................................2-15
D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JDB1 (Optional) ..............................................2-15
S-Bracket (SPDIF) Connector: JSP1 (Optional) ........................................2-16
Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 (Optional) ................................2-17
Jumpers ............................................................................................................2-18
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 .....................................................................2-18
Slots ..................................................................................................................2-19
PCI Interrupt Request Routing ...................................................................2-19
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot .....................................................2-19
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots .......................................2-19
Chapter 3. BIOS Setup ............................................................................................ 3-1
Entering Setup .................................................................................................... 3-2
Selecting the First Boot Device................................................................... 3-2
Getting Help ................................................................................................. 3-3
Control Keys ...............................................................................................3-3
The Main Menu .................................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................................. 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................................. 3-8
Advanced Chipset Features ............................................................................ 3-11
Power Management Setup ...............................................................................3-15
PNP/PCIConfigurations .....................................................................................3-18
Integrated Peripherals.......................................................................................3-20
PC Health Status ...............................................................................................3-23
Frequency/Voltage Control...............................................................................3-24
Set Supervisor/User Password .......................................................................3-27
Load Optimal/High Performance Defaults.........................................................3-28
Appendix A: Using 2-, 4- & 6-Channel Audio Function................................... A-1
Installing the Audio Driver .................................................................................. A-2
Installation for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP .............................................. A-2
Special Notice during Installation ............................................................... A-2
Software Configuration..................................................................................... A-4
Playback ..................................................................................................... A-4
Recording ................................................................................................... A-4
SPDIF & Speaker Configuration ................................................................. A-5
Speaker Test .............................................................................................. A-5

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Information.................................................................................................. A-6
Using 2-, 4- & 6- Channel Audio Function ......................................................... A-7
Appendix B: VIA VT8237 Serial ATA RAID.......................................................... B-1
Introduction ........................................................................................................ B-2
BIOS Configuration ............................................................................................ B-4
Installing RAID Software & Drivers.................................................................. B-14
Using VIA RAID Tool ......................................................................................... B-17

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Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the PT880 Neo (V2.0) (MS-7043) v1.X
ATX mainboard. The PT880 Neo (V2.0) is a superior computer
mainboard based on VIA®PT880 Northbridge & VT8237
Southbridge for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the ad-
vanced Intel®Pentium®4 processors in 478-pin package, the PT880
Neo (V2.0) delivers a high performance and professional desktop
platform solution.
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Getting Started

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MS-7043 ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports Intel®P4 Northwood/Prescott (Socket 478) processors
hFSB 400 (for Northwood only), 533, 800MHz
hSupports up to 3.4GHz or higher speed (Please refer to the latest online news at
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/
pro_mbd_cpu_support.php)
Chipset
hVIA®PT880 chipset
- Supports FSB 800/533/400MHz
- Supports AGP 8X interface
- Supports DDR 400/333/266 memory interface
hVIA®VT8237 chipset
- High Bandwidth V-link Client controller
- Integrated Faster Ethernet LPC
- Integrated Hardware Sound Blaster/Direct Sound AC97 audio
- Ultra DMA 66/100/133 master mode PCI EIDE controller
-ACPI
- Supports Serial ATA
- Supports USB2.0
Main Memory
hSupports six memory banks using three 184-pin DDR DIMMs
hSupports dual-channel memory
hSupports a maximum memory size up to 3GB
hSupports 2.5v DDR SDRAM DIMM
Slots
hOne AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot supports 8x/4x at 0.8V (AGP 3.0) or 4x
at 1.5V (3.3V not supported)
hFive 32-bit Master PCI bus slots (support 3.3v/5v PCI bus interface)
Onboard IDE
hAn IDE controller integrated in the VIA®VT8237 chipset
- Supports IDE HDD/CD-ROM with PIO, Bus Master and Ultra DMA 66/100/133
operation modes
- Can connect up to four Ultra ATA drives
Onboard Serial ATA
hSerial ATA/150 controller integrated in the VIA®VT8237 chipset
- Up to 150MB/sec transfer rate
- Can connect up to two Serial ATA drives

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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
- 8 USB 2.0 ports (Rear x 4 / Front x 4)
- 1 RJ45 LAN jack
- 1 D-Bracket2 pinheader (Optional)
- 1 S-Bracket pinheader (Optional)
- 1 Line-In / Line-Out /Mic
- 1 Coaxial SPDIF out (Optional)
Audio
hAC97 link controller integrated in VT8237
hVIA®VT1617 6-channel audio codec
- Compliance with AC97 v2.2 Spec
- Meets PC2001 audio performance requirement
LAN
hVIA® VT6122 Gigabit LAN controller
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: 30.5cm x 20.4cm
Mounting
h6 standard mounting holes

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Mainboard Layout
PT880 Neo (V2.0) (MS-7043 v1.X) ATX Mainboard
BATT
+
DIMM1
DIMM3
DIMM2
JAUD1 JSP1 JUSB2
ATX1
CPUFA1
SATA1
SATA2
JFP1
JDB1 JFP2
VIA
Audio Codec
VT1617
Winbond
W83697HF
VIA
Gigabit LAN
VT6122
BIOS
PCI 5
PCI 4
PCI 3
PCI 2
PCI 1 IDE 2
IDE 1
JPW1
Top:
Parallel Port
Bottom:
COMA
Top: Mouse
Bottom: Keyboard
T: LAN Jack
B: USB Ports
JCD1
FDD1
AGP1
JBAT1
JUSB1
T: SPDIF Out
B: USB Ports
T:
M:
B: Mic
Line-In
Line-Out
VIA
VT8237
VIA
PT880

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MSI Special Features
Color Management
MSI has a unified color management rule for some connectors on the
mainboards, which helps you to install the memory modules, expansion cards and
other peripherals devices more easily and conveniently.
hDual Memory DDR DIMMs: Channel A is light green, Channel B is purple
hIntel spec IDE ATA133 connector: yellow
hSerial ATA150 connector: orange
hAGP 8X slot: red
hUSB 2.0 connector: yellow
hFront panel connector JFP1 : HDD LED is red, Reset Switch is blue, Power
Switch is black, Power LED is light green.
hFront panel connector JFP2: Power LED is light green.
Memory DDR DIMMs
Front Panel connector JFP1
USB 2.0 connector
AGP 8X Slot
Intel spec IDE ATA 133 connectors
Front Panel connector JFP2
Serial ATA150 connectors

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CoreCenter
CoreCenterTM- contains OC Menu panel, users can determine their processor
and memory type to optimize its memory capacity. This all-in-one hardware console is
advanced combination of the popular PC Alert and Fuzzy Logic. Including powerful
function with hardware monitor, system alert and instinctive UI of overclocking,
CoreCenter is just like your PC doctor that can detect, view and adjust the PC
hardware and system status during real time operation.
In the left side it shows the current system status including the Vcore, 3.3V,
+5V and 12V. In the right side it shows the current PC hardware status such as the
CPU & system temperatures and all fans speeds.
When you click the red triangles in the left and right sides, two sub-menus will
open for users to overclock, overspec or to adjust the thresholds of system to send
out the warning messages. If you click the Core Center button in the top, a screen
pops up for you to choose the “Auto mode” or “User mode” of CPU fan.

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Left-wing: Current system status
In the left sub-menu, you can configure the settings of FSB, Vcore, Memory
Voltage and AGP Voltage by clicking the radio button in front of each item and make it
available (the radio button will be lighted as yellow when selected), use the “+” and
“-” buttons to adjust, then click “OK” to apply the changes. Then you can click Save
to save the desired FSB you just configured.
Also you may click Auto to start testing the maximal CPU overclocking value,
The CPU FSB will automatically increase the testing value until the PC reboots. Or you
may click Default to restore the default values.
Right-wing: PC hardware status during real time operation
In the right sub-menu, you can configure the PC hardware status such as CPU
& system temperatures and fan speeds. You may use the scroll bars to adjust each
item, then click “OK” to apply the changes. The values you set for the temperatures
are the maximum thresholds for the system for warnings, and the value for fan
speeds are the minimum thresholds.
Top-side: User mode/Auto mode
Here you may adjust the CPU fan speed. If you choose User mode, you may
adjust the CPU fan speed in 8 different modes, from Low speed to High speed.
OC Menu
The exclusive OC Menu is fully developed to support DDR400+ memory modules.
By comprehensive validation of over 67 DDR400+ memory modules, MSI concluded
best parameters for DRAM voltage, Vio and other BIOS settings. You can select
DDR433, DDR450, DDR466 and DDR500 from DRAM frequency in BIOS setting. Or
you can just click on OC Menu button to configure in the OC Menu at CoreCenter. OC
Menu will adjust the necessary pa-
rameters of voltage and frequency
simultaneously. The only limitation was
the margin of processor from
overclocking.

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MS-7043 ATX Mainboard
BuzzFree
-- Diagnoses current sys-
tem utilization &
temperature.
-- Controls both CPU and
NorthBridge fans.
-- Cuts up to 50% of sys-
tem noise.
LifePro
-- Prolongs motherboard, CPU and fan life.
-- Maintains motherboard & CPU in constant temperature.
-- Prevents components from operating beyond
specifications.
Speedster
-- Advanced O.C. design.
-- Superior O.C. capability.
-- Greater O.C. method.
Features of CoreCell™
Core CellTM Chip
By diagnosing the current system utilization, the CoreCell™
Chip automatically tunes your motherboard to the optimal state,
leading to less noise, longer duration, more power-saving and higher
performance.
PowerPro
-- Saves up to 65% power.
-- Assures motherboard
stability.
-- Empowers O.C
Capability.

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Round Cable (Optional)
Round cable is an enhanced cable for PCI IDE and Ultra DMA controller. It has
the following benefits:
hData transfer rate started by 133MB/s
hBackward compatibility (ATA33/66/100/133)
hHigher performance than traditional Flat cable (data rate)
hImproved data robustness
hBetter airflow due to thinner ATA/133 cable
CPU Thermal Protection
Aimed to prevent the CPU from overheating, MSI has developed a CPU Thermal
Protection mechanism for Intel®CPU platform. This CPU Thermal Protection mechanism
works on a thermal signal sensor. If the mechanism senses an abnormal temperature
rise, it will automatically shut down the system and the CPU temperature will then
drop down and resume normal. With this unique feature, users can better protect
their CPU. Please note that this feature is for Intel® Pentium CPU only.
Connect one end to the
floopy disk drive
connector (FDD1) and
the other end to the
standard flooy disk.
Connect to the system
connectors on the mainboard.
Connect to the slave drive.
Connect to the master drive.

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Live BIOS™/Live Driver™
The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is a tool used to detect and
update your BIOS/drivers online so that you don’t need to search for
the correct BIOS/driver version throughout the whole Web site. To
use the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 3”
application. After the installation, the “MSI Live Update 3” icon (as
shown on the right) will appear on the screen.
Double click the “MSI Live Update 3” icon, and the following
screen will appear:
Five buttons are placed on the left column of the screen. Click the desired button to
start the update process.
ÜLive BIOS – Updates the BIOS online.
ÜLive Driver – Updates the drivers online.
ÜLive VGA BIOS – Updates the VGA BIOS online.
ÜLive VGA Driver – Updates the VGA driver online.
ÜLive OSD – Updates the firmware of the OSD products online.
ÜLive Utility – Updates the utilities online.
If the product you purchased does not support any of the functions listed above, a
“sorry” message is displayed. For more information on the update instructions, insert
the companion CD and refer to the “Live Update Guide” under the “Manual” Tab.

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Live Monitor™
The Live Monitor™ is a tool used to schedule the search for the
latest BIOS/drivers version on the MSI Web site. To use the function,
you need to install the “MSI Live Update 3” application. After installation,
the “MSI Live Monitor” icon (as shown on the right) will appear on the
screen. Double click this icon to run the application.
Double click the “MSI Live Monitor” icon at the
lower-right corner of the taskbar.
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zAuto Search – Searches for the BIOS/drivers version you need immediately.
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zView Last Result – Allows you to view the last search result if there is any.
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zPreference – Configures the Search function, including the Search schedule.
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zExit – Exits the Live Monitor™ application.
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zFAQ – Provides a link to a database which contains various possible ques-
tions about MSI's products for users to inquire.
If Preference is selected, you can specify how often the system will automatically
search for the BIOS/drivers version, or change the LAN settings right from the MSI
Live Monitor [Preference] dialog box .
Select Preference

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D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional)
D-Bracket™ 2 is a USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic LEDs, which use
graphic signal display to help users understand their system. The LEDs provide up to
16 combinations of signals to debug the system. The 4 LEDs can detect all problems
that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or other failures. This special feature is very
useful for overclocking users. These users can use the feature to detect if there are
any problems or failures. D-Bracket™ 2 supports both USB 1.1 & 2.0 spec.
D-Bracket™ 2
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3 4
Red Green
Description
System Power ON
- The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or
not installed properly.
Early Chipset Initialization
Memory Detection Test
- Testing onboard memory size. The D-LED will hang if the
memory module is damaged or not installed properly.
Decompressing BIOS image to RAM for fast booting.
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Initializing Keyboard Controller.
Testing VGA BIOS
- This will start writing VGA sign-on message to the screen.
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D-Bracket™ 2 Description
Processor Initialization
- This will show information regarding the processor
(like brand name, system bus, etc...)
Testing RTC (Real Time Clock)
Initializing Video Interface
- This will start detecting CPU clock, checking type of
video onboard. Then, detect and initialize the video
adapter.
BIOS Sign On
- This will start showing information about logo, proces-
sor brand name, etc...
Testing Base and Extended Memory
- Teting base memory from 240K to 640K and extended
memory above 1MB using various patterns.
Assign Resources to all ISA.
Initializing Hard Drive Controller
- This will initialize IDE drive and controller.
Initializing Floppy Drive Controller
- This will initialize Floppy Drive and controller.
Boot Attempt
- This will set low stack and boot via INT 19h.
Operating System Booting
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