MSI FX5200-T128 User manual

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USER’S GUIDE
Version 9.0
May 2004
G52-V1NFX11
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FX Series

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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 resi-
dential 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 responsi-
ble 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.
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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.
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hnVIDIA® / nfiniteFXTM is a registered trademark of nVIDIA Corporation.
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and other right owners. Use of this copy-
right protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation,
and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless other-
wise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disas-
sembly is prohibited.
MSI Patent Notice
MSI has been working on graphics products for years and has achieved a
superior accomplishment in various graphics series. MSI is not only devoted
to delivering the best product quality, but also to bringing up the most novel
solutions. Here MSI presents the patents that MSI obtained for users
reference.
Taiwan Patent number: 446864
Patent number: 192403
United State Patent number: 6629259B2
Mainland China Patent number: 605251

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Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling
any piece of electronic component.
1. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
2. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
3. Lay this equipment on a stable, flat surface before setting it up.
4. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection, hence they
protect the equipment from overheating.
5. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly
110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
6. Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on
it. Do not place anything on the power cord.
7. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card
or module.
8. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
9. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage the
equipment or cause an electrical shock.
10. If any of the following situations arise, 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 functioned properly or in accordance
with the User’s Guide
The equipment was dropped and damaged
The equipment has obvious signs of breakage
11. DO NOT LEAVE THE EQUIPMENT IN AN UNCONDITIONED
ENVIRONMENT WITH A STORAGE TEMPERATURE OF 600 C
(1400F) OR ABOVE. IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
Important Safety Precautions

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FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ......................................... ii
Copyright Notice ........................................................................................... iii
Trademarks .................................................................................................. iii
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice ..................................................... iii
MSI Patent Notice ......................................................................................... iii
Important Safety Precautions ....................................................................... iv
Chapter 1 Getting Started
1.1 How to Use this Guide .................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Conventions of this Guide ............................................................ 1-3
Chapter 2 Introduction
2.1 System Requirements .................................................................. 2-2
2.2 Card List ........................................................................................ 2-3
FX5750/FX5700 Series ............................................................ 2-3
FX5600/FX5600XT Series ...................................................... 2-30
FX5500 Series ........................................................................ 2-44
FX5200 Series ........................................................................ 2-52
Chapter 3 Hardware Installation
3.1 Card Installation ............................................................................ 3-2
3.2 D-Sub Port (DB 15-Pin) ................................................................ 3-4
3.3 Digital Panel Connector (DVI-I) .................................................... 3-5
3.4 TV_Out Connector (C) ................................................................... 3-6
3.5 TV_Out Connector (S) ................................................................... 3-6
3.6 Video_In Connector (C) ................................................................ 3-7
3.7 Video_In Connector (S) ................................................................ 3-7
3.8 TV_Out Connector (S & C) ............................................................ 3-8
3.9 TV_Out / Video_In Connector (S & C) ........................................... 3-9
Chapter 4 Software Installation
4.1 Installing the VGA Card Drivers .................................................... 4-2
4.2 Installing nVIDIA Capture Driver ................................................... 4-4
4.3 Installing Optional Software .......................................................... 4-5
4.4 Browsing the Web ......................................................................... 4-5
4.5 More Information ........................................................................... 4-6
4.6 Display Adjustment ....................................................................... 4-7
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Chapter 5 MSI Live Update 3
5.1 Installing the MSI Live Update 3 with MSI Live Monitor ................ 5-2
5.2 Using the MSI Live Update 3 ........................................................ 5-3
5.3 Live VGA Driver Update ................................................................. 5-4
5.4 Live VGA BIOS Update .................................................................. 5-8
5.5 Live Utility .................................................................................... 5-14
5.6 How to Use the MSI Live Monitor ................................................ 5-15
5.7 Contact Us .................................................................................. 5-22
5.8 Twin-BIOS™(Optional) ............................................................... 5-23
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
6.1 General Help ................................................................................. 6-2
6.2 Display Problem ........................................................................... 6-3

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GETTING STARTED
This user’s guide is designed for a series of VGA
cards. Read this chapter first, and it will give you a
clear instruction on how to use this guide.
1-1

Chapter 1
1-2
This user’s guide is designed for a series of VGA cards. Before you start
reading this guide, find out the product name of the VGA card you have just
purchased on the gift box, and look for the specification and function descrip-
tion in next chapter in accordance with the product name of your VGA card .
Chapter 2, INTRODUCTION, provides the brief specification and function of
each VGA card. For detailed description of all functions, you may refer to the
rest of the chapters. Note that the VGA card you purchased may not cover all
functions mentioned herein; therefore, it is recommended to read the “Refer-
ence” information first, which indexes the correspoding founction description
of each different VGA card, and then find the proper function description for
your VGA card in the other chapters.
Chapter 3, HARDWARE INSTALLATION, tells you how to install your VGA card
into your computer correctly, and the function of each connector on the VGA
card. Also note that your VGA card may not cover all functions mentioned in
this chapter. Check on Chapter 2, INTRODUCTION, for the specification of
the VGA card you purchased if you have any problem finding the proper func-
tion description for your card.
Chapter 4, SOFTWARE INSTALLATION, describes how to install MSI VGA
card software for Windows XP or 2000, including the driver and useful utilities.
Chapter 5, MSI LIVE UPDATE 3, a useful utility for you to upgrade your MSI
mainboard and VGA card. Because of this powerful capacity of this utility, you
are allowed to easily download and automatically upgrade the BIOS and the
up-to-date drivers on-line, without spending extra time on searching Web
sites to find the desired BIOS or drivers.
Chapter 6, TROUBLE SHOOTING, provides you the general methods to solve
problems that might happen to your system or VGA card.
1.1 How to Use this Guide

GettingStarted
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1.2 Conventions of this Guide
Read the conventions of this guide, and it will give you an idea about how this
guide is designed and how this guide should be used.
Layout
FX5200U-
TD128
MSI reminds you...
TV_Outfunctionsonlywork through S-Videoconnection.
nVIDIAGeForceFX GPU
128MBDDR RAM
FlashBIOS
AGP Interface
Fanconnector
D-SubPort (DB 15-Pin)
DVI-I connector
TV_Out Connector (S & C)
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Package Contents
Unpack the package and inspect all the items carefully. If any item
contained is damagedor missing, please contact your local dealer
as soon as possible. Also, keep the box and packing materials in
case you need to ship the unit in thefuture.
Your VGA cardpackage shouldcontain the following items:
VGA Card
Software Pack Cds
Users' Manual
Reference
2. Introduction.......................................................................2-1
3. Hardware Installation
3.1 Card Installation...........................................................3-2
3.2 VGA Connector (DB 15-Pin)............................................3-4
3.3 Digital Panel Connector (DVI-I).......................................3-5
3.5 TV_Out Connector (S).................................................... 3-6
4. Software Installation........................................................... 4-1
5. MSI Live Update 3
5.1 Installing the MSI Live Update 3 with MSI Live Monitor......... 5-2
5.2 Using the MSI Live Update 3 ........................................... 5-3
5.3 Live VGA Drive Update...................................................5-4
5.4 Live VGA BIOS Update....................................................5-8
5.5Live Utility....................................................................5-14
5.6 How to Use the MSI Live Monitor.....................................5-15
5.7Contact Us..................................................................5-22
6. Troubleshooting..................................................................6-1
The product name
of the VGA card
The layout of the
VGA card
The components
on the VGA card
Corresponding function for
each particular VGA card
The package con-
tents of this VGA
card
Important informa-
tion that should be
paid attention to

Chapter 1
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