MSI MS-7181 User manual

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MS-7181 (v10) Micro-ATX Mainboard
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CONTENTS
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
Memory ............................................................................................................... 2-6
Power Supply ..................................................................................................... 2-8
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 ............................................................... 2-8
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................................... 2-8
Back Panel ........................................................................................................ 2-9
View of the Back Panel ..................................................................................... 2-9
Serial Port: COM1 ............................................................................................... 2-9
Mouse Connector ............................................................................................. 2-10
Keyboard Connector ........................................................................................ 2-10
VGA Connector ................................................................................................ 2-10
USB Ports ......................................................................................................... 2-11
RJ-45 LAN Jack ................................................................................................ 2-11
Audio Port Connectors .................................................................................... 2-12
Parallel Port ....................................................................................................... 2-13
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 ................................................................ 2-14
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1, SFAN1 .................................................... 2-14
Connectors .................................................................................................... 2-14
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ................................................................ 2-15
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 ......................................................................... 2-16
Aux Line-In Connector: JAUX1 ....................................................................... 2-17
Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 ........................................................ 2-17
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ............................................................. 2-18
Jumpers ......................................................................................................... 2-19
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ............................................................................ 2-19
Slots ................................................................................................................. 2-20
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Slot ........................................................... 2-20
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots ............................................. 2-20
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .......................................................................... 2-20
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Chapter 3. BIOS Setup ........................................................................................... 3-1
Entering Setup .................................................................................................... 3-2
The Main Menu ................................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................................. 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................................. 3-8
Advanced Chipset Features ........................................................................... 3-10
Integrated Peripherals ...................................................................................... 3-13
Power Management Setup .............................................................................. 3-16
PNP/PCI Configurations .................................................................................... 3-19
H/W Monitor ...................................................................................................... 3-21
Load Optimized Defaults .................................................................................. 3-23
BIOS Setting Password ................................................................................... 3-24
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1-1
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the K8MM2 (MS-7181 v1.x) series, an
excellent Micro-ATX mainboard from MSI. Based on the innovative VIA
K8M800 and VIA VT8237R chipsets for optimal system efficiency, the
K8MM2 serias mainboard accommodates latest AMD K8 processor in
the 754-pin lidded ceramic micro PGA package, and supports up to 2
DIMMs to provide the maximum of 2 GB memory capacity. This mainboard
provides a high professional desktop platform solution.
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Getting Started
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MS-7181 Micro-ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
CPU
hSupports 64-bit AMD®K8 Athlon 64/ Sempron processor (Socket 754).
hSupports 3700+ or higher CPU.
Chipset
hVIA K8M800 Chipset
-HyperTransportTM connection to AMD K8 Athlon64/ Sempron processor
-8 or 16 bit control/address/data transfer both directions
-800/600/400/200 MHz “Double Data Rate” operation both direction
-AGP v3.0 compliant with 8x transfer mode
-Graphic integrated
hVIA VT8237R Chipset
- Integrated Hardware Sound Blaster/Direct Sound AC97 audio
- Ultra DMA 66/100/133 master mode PCI EIDE controller
- ACPI& PC2001 compliant enhanced power management
- Supports 8 USB2.0 ports
Main Memory
hSupports DDR266/333/400 DDR SDRAM, and unbuffered DIMMs for two
184- pin DDR DIMMs.
hSupports DIMM sizes up to 2GB of memory in total.
Slots
hOne AGP 8x/4x slot.
hThree 32-bit/33 MHz PCI slots.
On-Board IDE
hAn IDE controller on the VT8237R 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 1 FDDs with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88Mbytes
- 1 serial ports
- 1 VGA port onboard
- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
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Getting Started
- 1 Aux-In pinheader
- 1 audio port (Line-in/Line-out/MIC)
- 8 USB 1.1/2.0 ports (Rear * 4/ Front * 4)
Audio
hAC’97 link controller integrated in VIA VT8237R.
h6 channels software audio codec VIA VT1617A
- Compliance with AC97 v2.3 Spec.
- Meet PC2001 audio performance requirement.
LAN
hVIA VT8237R MAC + VIA 6103 Ethernet PHY
- Supports 10/100Mb/s auto-negotiation operation.
- Compliant with PCI v2.2 and PC99 standard.
- 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 and Mounting
hMicro-ATX Form Factor: 24.4 cm (L) x 21.5 cm (W).
h6 mounting holes
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MS-7181 Micro-ATX Mainboard
Mainboard Layout
K8MM2 (MS-7181 v1.X) Mainboard
A
GP1
BATT
+
IDE1
IDE2
FDD1
JWR2
BIOS
JBAT1
Winbond
W83627THF
CPUFAN1
PCI3
JAUD1 JAUX1
VIA
VIA
VIA
VT1617A
VT6103L
VT8237R
JUSB2 JUSB1
JFP1
SFAN1
JPW1
DDR1 DDR2
PCI2
PCI1
T:
Line-Out
B:Mic
Line-In
M:
Top : mouse
Bottom: keyboard
To p :
Parallel Port
Bottom:
COM Port
VGA Port
Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB
ports
USB ports
VIA
K8M800
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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2. Hardware
Setup
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup
procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the com-
ponents and follow the installation procedures. For some components,
if you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work
properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components.
Static electricity may damage the components.
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MS-7181 Micro-ATX Mainboard
Quick Components Guide
CPU,p.2-3
I/O Ports,
p.2-9
DIMM1-2,p.2-6
FDD1,p.2-14
JFP1,p.2-16
JUSB1/2,p.2-17
JPW1,p.2-8
IDE1, IDE2,
p.2-15
AGP slot,p.2-22
PCI slots,p.2-22
JWR1,p.2-8
JBAT1,p.2-21
SFAN1,
p.2-14
JAUX1,p.2-18
JAUD1,p.2-18
CPUFAN1,
p.2-14
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Hardware Setup
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports AMD®Athlon64/ Sempron 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.
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix
DDR 266
FSB 800
DDR 333
OK OK
DDR 400
OK
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.
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MS-7181 Micro-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 as picture
shown. 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.
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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.
4. Fasten down the lever.
5. Make sure the safety hook
completely clasps the fixed
bolt of the retention
mechanism.
2. Press down the other end of the
clip to fasten the cooling set on
the top of the retention
mechanism.
1. Position the cooling set onto the
retention mechanism. Hook one
end of the clip to hook first.
3. Locate the Fix Lever, Safety Hook
and the Fixed Bolt. Lift up the in-
tensive fixed lever.
Safety
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.
6. Connect the fan power cable
from the mounted fan to the
CPUFAN1 connector on the
board
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MS-7181 Micro-ATX Mainboard
The mainboard provides two slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM (Double In-Line
Memory Module) modules and supports up to 2GB memory size. You can install
PC3200/DDR400, PC2700/DDR333 & PC2100/DDR266 modules on the DDR DIMM slots
(DDR 1~2).
For the updated supporting memory modules, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/
program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_trp_list.php.
Memory
DDR DIMM Slots
(DIMM1~2)
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 opposed to 3.3 volts
used in SDR SDRAM, and requires 184-pin DIMM 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
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
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.
Volt Notch
MSI Reminds You...
You can barely see the golden finger if the module is properly inserted
in the socket.
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MS-7181 Micro-ATX Mainboard
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-Pin Power Connector: JWR1
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.
JPW1 JPW1 Pin Definition
JWR1
10
1
20
11
1
3
42 PIN SIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 12V
4 12V
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
JWR1 Pin Definition
MSI Reminds You...
There is a mechanism of this mainboard to protect it from being
damaged. The power will shut down automatically in two conditions: the
temperature of CPU reaches 100oC, or the low voltage occurs during
booting up. Please follow the instructions below for this issue:
1. The power LED will blink continously. You should unplug the power
cord or turn off the power switch.
2. After the power LED stop blinking, plug on the power cord or turn on
the power switch, then you can reboot your system again.
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Hardware Setup
View of the Back Panel
The back panel provides the following connectors:
Back Panel
Mouse
Parallel
USB Ports
COM 1 USB Ports
Keyboard L-out
LAN
L-in
MIC
VGA Port
Serial Port: COM1
The mainboard provides one 9-pin mail DIN connector as serial port COM1. The serial
port is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs.
You can attach a serial mouse or other serial device directly to it.
COM1
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9
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
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MS-7181 Micro-ATX Mainboard
VGA Connector
The mainboard provides a DB 15-pin female connector to connect a VGA monitor.
VGA Connector
(DB 15-pin)
1
5
11
15
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.
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. The
connector location and pin assignments are as follows.
PS/2 Keyboard
(6-pin Female)
21
3
4
5
6
PS/2 Mouse
(6-pin Female)
21
3
4
5
6PIN 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
Pin Signal Description
1 RED
2 GREEN
3 BLUE
4 N/C
5 GND
6 GND
7 GND
8 GND
Pin Signal Description
9 +5V
10 GND
11 N/C
12 SDA
13 Horizontal Sync
14 Vertical Sync
15 SCL
Pin Definition
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
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Hardware Setup
RJ-45 LAN Jack
The mainboard provides one standard RJ-45 jack for connection to Local Area Net-
work (LAN). You can connect a network cable to the LAN jack.
RJ-45 LAN Jack
Link Indicator
8 1
Activity Indicator
USB Ports
The mainboard provides a UHCI (Universal Host Controller Interface) Universal Serial
Bus root for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or other USB-compat-
ible devices. You can plug USB devices directly into the ports.
Pin Definition
USB Ports
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1 VCC +5V
2 -Data 0 Negative Data Channel 0
3 +Data 0 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
10/100 LAN 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
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MS-7181 Micro-ATX Mainboard
Audio Port Connectors
Line Out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is used for external
CD player, Tape player, or other audio devices. Mic is a connector for microphones.
Line Out
Line In
MIC
MSI Reminds You...
For advanced audio application, VIA VT1617 audio chip is provided
to offer support for 6-channel audio operation and can turn rear
audio connectors from 2-channel to 4-/6-channel audio.
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Hardware Setup
Parallel Port
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.
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
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