MSI PT880 - Neo-FSR Motherboard - ATX User manual

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English/French/GermanVersion
G52-M7043X6
PT880 Neo (V2.0)
MS-7043(v1.X)ATXMainboard

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Manual Rev: 1.3
Release Date: May 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
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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
V1.3 Multilingual version May 2004
for PT880 Neo (V2.0)
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:
 The power cord or plug is damaged.
 Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
 The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
 The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
 The equipment has dropped and damaged.
 The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DONOTLEAVETHISEQUIPMENTINANENVIRONMENTUNCONDITIONED,STOR-
AGETEMPERATUREABOVE600 C(1400F),ITMAY 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.

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CONTENTS
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement .......................................................... ii
Copyright Notice ............................................................................................................ iii
Revision History ............................................................................................................ iii
Technical Support.......................................................................................................... iii
Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................... iv
English Version.....................................................................................................E1-1
1. Getting Started ...............................................................................................E1-3
2. Hardware Setup ............................................................................................E2-1
3. BIOS Setup.....................................................................................................E3-1
French Version .....................................................................................................F1-1
1. Introduction ....................................................................................................F1-3
2. Installation Matériel .........................................................................................F2-1
3. Setup du BIOS................................................................................................F3-1
German Version .................................................................................................. G1-1
1. Einleitung ....................................................................................................... G1-3
2. Einrichten der Hardware .............................................................................. G2-1
3. BIOS-Setup ................................................................................................... G3-1

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E1-1
Getting Started
PT880 Neo (V2.0)
User’s Guide
English

E1-2
MS-7043 ATX Mainboard

E1-3
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