MSI P4M900M3-L User manual

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 in a residential installation. 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the measures listed below.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ television technician for help.
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’NSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
Micro-Star International
MS-7387
G52-73871X1
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First release August. 2007

Safety Instructions
Always read the safety instructions carefully.
Keep this User Manual for future reference.
Keep this equipment away from humidity.
Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment
from overheating. Do not cover the openings.
Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before
connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical shock.
If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service
personnel:
- The power cord or plug is damaged.
- Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
- The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
- The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to User
Manual.
- The equipment has dropped and damaged.
- The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage temperature
above 60° C (140°F), it may damage the equipment.
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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WEEE Statement
ENGLISH
To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you
that...
Under the European Union ("EU") Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive
2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of "electrical and electronic equipment"
cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will
be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take
back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return
these products to local collection points.
DEUTSCH
Hinweis von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer Umwelt
Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und
Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI hat europaweit
verschiedene Sammel- und Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in die Europäische Union in Verkehr
gebrachten Produkte, am Ende seines Lebenszyklus zurückzunehmen. Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses
Produkt zum gegebenen Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalenAltgerätesammelstelle in Ihrer Nähe.
FRANÇAIS
En tant qu’écologiste et afin de protéger l’environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci...
Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement électriques et
électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produits électriques et
électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement mis à la poubelle. Les
fabricants deces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en
compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la communauté européenne.
Par conséquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de collecte.
РУССКИЙ
Компания MSI предпринимает активные действия по защите окружающей среды, поэтому
напоминаем вам, что....
Всоответствии сдирективой Европейского Союза (ЕС) по предотвращению загрязнения
окружающей среды использованным электрическим иэлектронным оборудованием (директива
WEEE 2002/96/EC), вступающей всилу 13 августа 2005 года, изделия, относящиеся к
электрическому иэлектронному оборудованию, не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор,
поэтому производители вышеперечисленного электронного оборудования обязаны принимать его
для переработки по окончании срока службы. MSI обязуется соблюдать требования по приему
продукции, проданной под маркой MSI на территории EC, впереработку по окончании срока
службы. Вы можете вернуть эти изделия вспециализированные пункты приема.
ESPAÑOL
MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda:
Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos, con
fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clasificados como "eléctricos y equipos
electrónicos" no pueden ser depositados en los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los fabricantes
de equipos electrónicos, están obligados a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de su período
de vida. MSI estará comprometido con los términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en la Unión
Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted debe depositar estos productos en el punto limpio
establecido por el ayuntamiento de su localidad o entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de
estos residuos.
NEDERLANDS
Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan herinneren dat….
De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische
producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als
vervuiling.
Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun
levenscyclus. MSI zal overeenkomstig de richtlijn handelen voor de producten die de merknaam MSI
dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU. Deze goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale
inzamelingspunten.
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SRPSKI
Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduzeće koje vodi računa o okolini i prirodnoj sredini, MSI mora da
vas podesti da…
Po Direktivi Evropske unije ("EU") o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/EC,
koja stupa nasnagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod "elektronsku i električnu opremu" ne
mogu više biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove
proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka trajanja. MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih
proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode
možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
POLSKI
Aby chronićnasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako firma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypomina, że...
Zgodnie z DyrektywąUnii Europejskiej ("UE") dotyczącąodpadów produktów elektrycznych i
elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13 sierpnia 2005, tzw. “produkty oraz
wyposażenie elektryczne i elektroniczne " nie mogąbyćtraktowane jako śmieci komunalne, tak więc
producenci tych produktów będązobowiązani do odbierania ich w momencie gdy produkt jest
wycofywany z użycia. MSI wypełni wymagania UE, przyjmując produkty (sprzedawane na terenie Unii
Europejskiej) wycofywane z użycia. Produkty MSI będzie można zwracaćw wyznaczonych punktach
zbiorczych.
TÜRKÇE
Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır:
Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13
Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi
çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri
geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır. Avrupa Birliği’ne satılan MSI markalıürünlerin kullanım süreleri
bittiğinde MSI ürünlerin geri alınmasıisteği ile işbirliği içerisinde olacaktır. Ürünlerinizi yerel toplama
noktalarına bırakabilirsiniz.
ČESKY
Záleží nám na ochraněživotního prostředí - společnost MSI upozorňuje...
Podle směrnice Evropské unie ("EU") o likvidaci elektrických a elektronických výrobků2002/96/EC platné
od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat "elektrické a elektronické výrobky" v běžném komunálním
odpadu a výrobci elektronických výrobků, na které se tato směrnice vztahuje, budou povinni odebírat
takové výrobky zpět po skončení jejich životnosti. Společnost MSI splní požadavky na odebírání výrobků
značky MSI, prodávaných v zemích EU, po skončení jejich životnosti. Tyto výrobky můžete odevzdat v
místních sběrnách.
MAGYAR
Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, illetve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI
emlékezteti Önt, hogy ...
Az Európai Unió („EU") 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elektronikus
berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint az elektromos és elektronikus
berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként, és az ilyen elektronikus berendezések
gyártói kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavételére azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI
betartja a termékvisszavétellel kapcsolatos követelményeket az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül
értékesített termékek esetében, azok élettartamának végén.Az ilyen termékeket a legközelebbi
gyűjtőhelyre viheti.
ITALIANO
Per proteggere l’ambiente, MSI, da sempre amica della natura, ti ricorda che….
In base alla Direttiva dell’Unione Europea (EU) sullo Smaltimento dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici,
Direttiva 2002/96/EC in vigore dal 13Agosto 2005, prodotti appartenenti alla categoria dei Materiali
Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati come rifiuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali
saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto alla fine del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva
ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell＇Unione Europea alla fine del
loro ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più vicino punto di raccolta.

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Table of Content
English...........................1
Français.........................13
Deutsch .........................25
Русском.........................37
简体中文 ........................49
繁體中文 ........................61
日本語............................73

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the P4M900M3 series (MS-7387 v1.x) Micro-ATX mainboard. The
P4M900M3 series is design based on VIA®P4M900 / VIA®VT8237S chipsets for optimal
system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel®Pentium 4 processor, the P4M900M3
series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Layout
PCI 2
PCI 1
PCIE16X1
BATT
+
IDE1CONN1
DIMM1
DIMM2
CPU_FAN1
JPW1
JCI1
FDD 1
JAUD1 JSP1
SYS_FAN1 JUSB1 JUSB2
JBAT1
JFP1
JFP2
JCD1
SATA2SATA1
JSPI1
Top : mouse
Bottom:
keyboard
Top : LAN Port
Bottom:
USB Ports
T:
M:
B:
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
T:RS-Out
M:CS-Out
B:SS-Out
USB Ports
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom:
COM port
VGAport
VIA
P4M900
VIA
8237S
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SPECIFICATIONS
Processor Support
zSupports Intel®LGA 775 processor
zSupports 95W Cedarmill CPU (3xx, 6xx Non-D Stepping CPU)
zSupports 95W Smithfield CPU (8xx CPU)
zSupports 95W Presler CPU (9xx CPU)
zSupports 84W Prescott Celeron CPU (3xx CPU)
zSupports 84W Prescott CPU (5xx, 6xx CPU)
zSupports 65W Cedarmill CPU (3xx, 6xx D Stepping CPU)
zSupports 65W Conroe CPU (E6xx, E4xx, E2xx CPU)
zFMB 2005A and VRM11 support CPU TDP=95W
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit
http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=cpuform)
Supported FSB
z1066 / 800/ 533 MHz
Chipset
zNorth Bridge: VIA®P4M900 chipset
zSouth Bridge: VIA® VT8237S chipset
Memory Support
zDDR2 400/ 533/ 667 SDRAM (4GB Max)
z2 DDR2 DIMMs (240pin/ 1.8V)
(For more information on compatible components, please visit
http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=testreport)
LAN
zSupports 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by RTL8201CL / RTL8111B(optional)
Audio
zChip integrated by Realtek ALC888
zHD 7.1-channel audio
IDE
z1 IDE port
zSupports Ultra DMA 66/100/133 mode
zSupports PIO, Bus Master operation mode
SATA
z2 SATAII ports
zSupports 2 SATAII devices
zSupports storage and data transfers at up to 300 MB/s
Floppy
z1 floppy port
zSupports 1 FDD with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88Mbytes

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Connectors
zBack panel
- 1 PS/2 mouse port
- 1 PS/2 keyboard port
- 1 serial port (COM1)
- 1 parallel port supporting SPP/EPP/ECP mode
- 1 D-Sub VGA port
- 4 USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 LAN jack
- 6 flexible audio jacks
zOn-Board Pinheaders / Connectors
- 1 front Audio pinheader
- 1 CD-in pinheader
- 2 USB 2.0 pinheaders
- 1 Chassis Intrusion Switch pinheader
Slots
z1 PCI Express x16 slot
z2 PCI slots
zSupport 3.3V / 5V PCI bus Interface
Form Factor
zMicro-ATX (24.4cm X 20.0 cm)
Mounting
z6 mounting holes

REAR PANEL
The rear panel provides the following connectors:
Mouse
Ke
y
board
Parallel Port
Serial port VGAport USB ports
LAN
Line-In
Line-Out
MIC
RS-Out
CS-Ou
t
SS-Out
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. It also 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.
CPU & Cooler Installation Procedures for LGA775
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to
prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before
installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the
damage of your CPU & mainboard.
Introduction to LGA 775 CPU
The pin-pad side of LGA 775 CPU.
The surface of LGA 775 CPU.
1. The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it to protect the contact
from damage. Before you have installed the CPU, always
cover it to protect the socket pin.
2. Remove the cap from lever hinge side.
3. The pins of socket reveal.
4. Open the load lever.
5. Lift the load lever up and open the load plate.
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6. After confirming the CPU direction for correct mating, put
down the CPU in the socket housing frame. Be sure to grasp
on the edge of the CPU base. Note that the alignment keys
are matched.
7. Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If
not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall.
8. Cover the load plate onto the package.
9. Press down the load lever lightly onto the load plate, and
then secure the lever with the hook under retention tab.
10. Align the holes on the mainboard with the cooler. Push down
the cooler until its four clips get wedged into the holes of the
mainboard.
11. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. Then rotate
the locking switch (refer to the correct direction marked on it)
to lock the hooks.
12. Turn over the mainboard to confirm that the clip-ends are
correctly inserted.
Important:
Read the CPU status in BIOS.
Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the plastic cap
covered to avoid damaging.
Mainboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration of the CPU/cooler installation
only. The appearance of your mainboard may vary depending on the model you purchase.
Installing Memory Modules
1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right
orientation.
2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the
golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot. You can
barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted in the DIMM
slot.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.
V
o
lt
Notch
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Important:
DDR2 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR and the DDR2 standard is not
backwards compatible. You should always install DDR2 memory modules in the DDR2
DIMM slots.
To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules into the DIMM1
first.
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ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: CONN1
This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply.
To connect the ATX 24-pin 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.
You may use the 20-pin ATX power supply as you like. If you like to
use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply
along with pin 1 & pin 13 (refer to the image at the right hand).
GND
GND
GND
PS-ON#
GND
+3.3V
-12V
+3.3V
+3.3V
+3.3V
+5V
+5V
+5V
+5V
+5V
Res
PWR OK
GND
GND
GND
GND
5VSB
+12V
+12V
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1
This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
GNDGND
+12
V
+12V
Important:
Make sure that all the connectors are connected to proper ATX power supplies to ensure
stable operation of the mainboard.
Power supply of 350 watts (and above) is highly recommended for system stability.
ATX 12V power connection should be greater than 18A.
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB or
2.88MB floppy disk drive.
IDE Connector: IDE1
This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other
IDE devices.
Important:
If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the
drives to cable select mode or separately to master / slave mode by setting
jumpers. Refer to IDE device documentation supplied by the vendors for
jumper setting instructions.
Serial ATA Connector: SATA1 / SATA2
This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector
can connect to one Serial ATA device.

Important:
Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.
Fan Power Connectors: CPU_FAN1,
SYS_FAN1
The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V.
When connecting the wire to the connectors, always 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.
GND
+12V
Senso
r
Control
GND
+
12
V
Sensor
Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCI1
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the
chassis is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated.
The system will record this status and show a warning message on
the screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and
clear the record.
CINTRU GN
D
2
1
S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSP1
This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital
Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission.
GN
D
VCC
S
PDIF
CD-In Connector: JCD1
This connector is provided for external audio input.
G
ND
LR
Front Panel Audio
Connector: JAUD1
This connector allows you to connect the
front panel audio and is compliant with
Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design
Guide.
(2)GND
VCC5
MI
C
2_JD
NC
(1)MIC_L
Line-out
_
R
Line-out_L(9)
Line_JD(10)
(2)GND
MIC_R Front to Sense
Front USB Connector:
JUSB1/ JUSB2
This connector, compliant with Intel®I/O
Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for
connecting high-speed USB interface
peripherals such as USB HDD, digital
cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and
the like.
(10)N.C. VCC(2)
USB1-
US
B1+
GND
VCC(1)
USB0-
USB0+
GND
(9)Key,no pin
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JFP2
Powe
r
LED
Speaker
2
8
1
7
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1,
JFP2
These connectors are for electrical connection to the
front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant
with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
JFP1
HDD
LED Reset
S
wit
c
h
P
ower
Switch
Power
LED
19
1
0
2
+
+
+-
-
-
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1
There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply
from an external battery to keep the data of system
configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can
automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want
to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear
data.
Kee
p
Data Clear Dat
a
223311123
Important:
You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. Then return to 1-2 pin
position. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is on; it will damage the mainboard.
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express Slot
The PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express interface expansion card.
The PCI Express x 16 slot supports up to 4.0 GB/s transfer rate.
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot
The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that
comply with PCI specifications.
Important:
When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply
first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to configure any
necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers,
switches or BIOS configuration.
PCI Interrupt Request Routing
The IRQ, acronym of interrupt request line and pronounced I-R-Q, are hardware lines over
which devices can send interrupt signals to the microprocessor. The PCI IRQ pins are
typically connected to the PCI bus pins as follows:
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Order1 Order2 Order3 Order4
PCI Slot1 INT B# INT C# INT D# INT A#
PCI Slot2 INT C# INT D# INTA# INT B#
BIOS Setup
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When
the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to enter Setup.
Press DEL to enter SETUP
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the
system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button. You may also restart the
system by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> keys.
Main Page
Standard CMOS Features
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Advanced BIOS Features
Use this menu to setup the items of special enhanced features.
Integrated Peripherals
Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.
Power Management Setup
Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.
PNP/PCI Configurations
This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI.
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H/W Monitor
This entry shows the status of your CPU, fan, warning for overall system status.
Frequency/Voltage Control
Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control.
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Use this menu to load the BIOS default values that are factory settings for system
operations.
Load Optimized Defaults
Use this menu to load factory default settings into the BIOS for stable system performance
operations.
BIOS Setting Password
Use this menu to set BIOS setting Password.
Save & Exit Setup
Save changes to CMOS and exit setup.
Exit Without Saving
Abandon all changes and exit setup.
Frequency/Voltage Control
Current CPU/DRAM Frequency
It shows the current frequency of CPU/DRAM. Read-only.
Intel EIST
The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the
microprocessor whether the computer is running on battery or AC power. This field will
appear after you installed the CPU which support speedstep technology.
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Advance DRAM Configuration > DRAM Timing

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This field allows you to select the memory timing setting. Setting to [Auto] enables Max
Memclock (Mhz) automatically to be determined by SPD. Selecting [Manual] allows users to
configure these fields manually.
Advance DRAM Configuration > 1T CMD Support
This field allows you to enable/disable the memory 1T CMD rate support.
Adjust PCI/PCI Express Frequency
This field allows you to select the PCI/PCIE frequency (in MHz).
Auto Disable DIMM/PCI Clock
When set to [Enabled], the system will remove (turn off) clocks from empty DIMM and PCI
slots to minimize the electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Adjust DDR/NB Voltage
These items allow you to adjust the Memory/North Bridge voltage. Adjusting the voltage can
increase the speed. Any changes made to this setting may cause a stability issue, so
changing the voltage for long-term purpose is NOT recommended.
Spread Spectrum
When the motherboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses
create EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The Spread Spectrum function reduces the EMI
generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses are reduced to flatter
curves. If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at Disabled for optimal system
stability and performance. But if you are plagued by EMI, set to Enabled for EMI reduction.
Remember to disable Spread Spectrum if you are overclocking because even a slight jitter
can introduce a temporary boost in clock speed which may just cause your overclocked
processor to lock up.
Important:
If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at [Disabled] for optimal system
stability and performance. But if you are plagued by EMI, select the value of Spread
Spectrum for EMI reduction.
The greater the Spread Spectrum value is, the greater the EMI is reduced, and the system
will become less stable. For the most suitable Spread Spectrum value, please consult your
local EMI regulation.
Remember to disable Spread Spectrum if you are overclocking because even a slight jitter
can introduce a temporary boost in clock speed which may just cause your overclocked
processor to lock up.

Load Optimized Defaults
You can load the default values provided by the mainboard manufacturer for the stable
performance.
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INTRODUCTION
Félicitations, vous venez d’acquérir une carte mère des séries Micro-ATX P4M900M3
(MS-7387 v1.x). Les P4M900M3 séries sont basées sur les chipsets VIA®P4M900 /
VIA®VT8237S offrant un système très performant. La carte fonctionne avec les
processeurs Intel®Pentium 4. Les Séries P4M900M3 sont très performantes et offrent une
solution adaptée tant aux professionnels qu’aux particuliers.
Schéma
PCI 2
PCI 1
PCIE16X1
BATT
+
IDE1CONN1
DIMM1
DIMM2
CPU_FAN1
JPW1
JCI1
FDD 1
JAUD1 JSP1
SYS_FAN1 JUSB1 JUSB2
JBAT1
JFP1
JFP2
JCD1
SATA2SATA1
JSPI1
Top : mouse
Bottom:
keyboard
Top : LAN Port
Bottom:
USB Ports
T:
M:
B:
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
T:RS-Out
M:CS-Out
B:SS-Out
USB Ports
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom:
COM port
VGAport
VIA
P4M900
VIA
8237S
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SPÉCIFICITÉS
Processeurs Supportés
zSupporte Intel®LGA 775 processeur
zSupporte 95W Cedarmill CPU (3xx, 6xx Non-D Stepping CPU)
zSupporte 95W Smithfield CPU (8xx CPU)
zSupporte 95W Presler CPU (9xx CPU)
zSupporte 84W Prescott Celeron CPU (3xx CPU)
zSupporte 84W Prescott CPU (5xx, 6xx CPU)
zSupporte 65W Cedarmill CPU (3xx, 6xx D Stepping CPU)
zSupporte 65W Conroe CPU (E6xx, E4xx, E2xx CPU)
zFMB 2005A et VRM11 supportent CPU TDP=95W
(Pour les dernières mises à jours concernant les CPU, vous pouvez visiter :
http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=cpuform
FSB Supporté
z1066 / 800/ 533 MHz
Chipset
zNorth Bridge : chipset VIA®P4M900
zSouth Bridge : chipset VIA® VT8237S
Mémoire Supporté
zDDR2 400/ 533/ 667 SDRAM (4GB Max)
z2 DDR2 DIMMs (240pin/ 1.8V)
(Pour plus d’information, veuillez visiter
http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=testreport)
LAN
zSupporte 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet par RTL8201CL / RTL8111B(optionnel)
Audio
zPuce intégrée par Realtek ALC888
zCanaux Audio HD 7.1
IDE
z1 port IDE
zSupporte Ultra DMA 66/100/133 mode
zSupporte PIO, Bus Master operation mode
SATA
z2 ports SATAII
zSupporte 2 périphériques SATAII
zSupporte un stockage et un taux de transfert jusqu’à 300 MB/s
Disquette
z1 port de disquette
zSupporte 1 FDD avec 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M et 2.88Mbytes