PCchips M757MR User manual

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Safety Compliance
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However there is no guarantee that interference
will not 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 following
measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
 Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables and shielded AC power cable must be
employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF
emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following conditions:
 This device may not cause harmful interference, and
 This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.

Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction.............................................. 1
Welcome....................................................................... 1
About the Manual.......................................................... 2
Checklist ....................................................................... 3
Standard Items........................................................... 3
Recommendations........................................................ 3
Features........................................................................ 4
Chapter 2: Installation................................................ 7
Quick Installation Table ................................................ 7
Quick Jumper Setting Reference ................................. 8
Before You Begin.......................................................... 10
Static Electricity.......................................................... 10
Choosing a Case ....................................................... 10
How to Set Jumpers................................................... 11
Preparing the Mainboard .............................................. 12
Mainboard Guide........................................................ 12
I/O Ports Side View .................................................... 14
Check the Jumper Settings........................................ 15
Install the Mainboard in the Case................................. 17
Connecting Power, Chassis Fans,
and Switches and Indicators ...................................... 19
Install Other Hardware.................................................. 21
Install the Processor .................................................. 21
Installing a Socket-370 Processor ............................. 22
Install the Memory Modules ....................................... 24
Install a Hard Disk Drive and CD-ROM ..................... 25
Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive............................... 28
Using the Expansion Slots ......................................... 29
Add-in Card Options .................................................. 30
Install Options and Extension Brackets ..................... 31
Make the External Connections ................................... 36
External Connector Color Coding .............................. 37

Chapter 3: Setup ......................................................... 38
About the Setup Utility .................................................. 38
Starting the Setup Utility............................................. 38
How to Flash a New BIOS ......................................... 40
Standard CMOS Features Option ................................ 41
Advanced BIOS Features Setup Option....................... 43
Advanced Chipset Features Option ............................. 46
Integrated Peripherals Option....................................... 49
Power Management Setup Option ............................... 51
PNP/PCI Configuration Option ..................................... 54
PCI Health Status Option ............................................. 55
Frequency Control Option ............................................ 56
Load Fail-Safe Defaults Option .................................... 57
Load Optimized Defaults Option................................... 57
Set Password................................................................ 57
Save And Exit Setup Option ......................................... 58
Exit Without Saving Option........................................... 58
Chapter 4: Software.................................................... 59
About the Software ....................................................... 59
Folders for this Mainboard............................................ 59
Running the Support CD-ROM..................................... 61
Utility Folder Installation Notes ..................................... 61
CMI8X38 Folder Installation Notes............................... 62
Audio Software........................................................... 62
Modem Driver and Software ...................................... 63
Peripheral Folder Installation Notes ............................. 63
Mainboard (KOB 630e FSFx) Installation Notes .......... 63
Appendix 1: Quick Jumper Setting Reference ........ 64

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Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing the KOB 630e FSFx mainboard.
The KOB 630e FSFx mainboard is a Flex-ATX mainboard that uses 4-
layer printed circuit board and measures 228mm x 190mm. The
mainboard has a PPGA (Plastic Pin Grid Array) PGA370 processor
socket. This feature means that you can install the mainboard with a
PPGA Celeron or FC-PGA Coppermine processor.
The KOB 630e FSFx is installed with the very powerful SIS630 chipset,
which includes integrated built-in video, audio and communications
capabilities. Two 32-bit PCI expansion slots are provided. Two DIMM
sockets are available for the installation of up to 1 GB SDRAM memory.
This mainboard is an ideal platform for an inexpensive entry level or
business class multimedia personal computer.
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This chapter contains the following information:
 About the Manual explains how the information in this manual is
organized
 Checklist comprises a list of the standard and optional components
that are shipped with this mainboard
 Recommendations lists some Do’s and Don’ts from the
manufacturer to help ensure reliability and performance from this
product
 Features highlights the functions and components that make this
one of the best value mainboards on the market
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following chapters:
Introduction
Use the Introduction Chapter to learn about the features of the
mainboard, and the checklist of items that are shipped with the package.
Installation
Use the Installation Chapter to learn how to install the mainboard and
get your system up and running.
Setup
Use the Setup Chapter to configure the mainboard for optimum
performance.
Software
Use the Software Chapter to learn how to use the software drivers and
support programs that are provided with this mainboard.
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Checklist
Compare the contents of your mainboard package with the standard
checklist below. If any item is missing or appears damaged, please
contact the vendor of your mainboard package.
Standard Items
 1 x KOB 630e FSFx Mainboard
 1 x Cable/Bracket Pack
Diskette drive ribbon cable
IDE drive ribbon cable
 This User’s Manual
 Software Support CD-ROM Disc
Optional items
 1 x V.90 Fax/modem Card
Recommendations
This mainboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and
system bus frequency for the kind of processor that you install. You may
be able to change these automatic settings by changing the settings in
the system setup utility. We strongly recommend that you do not
overclock the mainboard to run processors or other components faster
than their rated speed.
Overclocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Overclocking can
permanently damage the mainboard by generating excess heat in
components that are run beyond the rated limits.
Components on this mainboard can be damaged by discharges of static
electricity. Handle the board carefully holding it by the edges. Don’t flex
or stress the circuit board. Keep the board in its static-proof packing until
you are ready to install it. Follow the static guidelines given at the
beginning of Chapter 2.
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Features
The key features of this mainboard are the wide range of processors that
can be installed, and the high level of integration, which includes built-in
audio, video, and communications.
Value-class Processors
As a platform for a value PC, the KOB 630e FSFx includes a socket-370
for the installation of the latest PGA and FC-PGA packaging processors
from Intel.
The new generation PGA Celeron processors ship in the familiar square
plastic package, and they install in a Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket
called a Socket-370. The new Celeron processors are close to Pentium-
II performance because they include a level-2 cache memory of 128K.
However, they operate over a 66 MHz system bus and they currently
ship at clock speeds of up to 533 MHz.
The FC-PGA Coppermine processor operates over a 66, 100 or 133
MHz system bus. The FC-PGA Coppermine ships with clock speeds
running from 500 MHz through to 750 MHz.
Assemblers can choose the processor they need to meet performance or
price targets. You can configure the system for any of the supported
processor clock speeds using the BIOS setup utility. It is not necessary
to set switches or jumpers.
Powerful Chipset Support
The processor is supported by the powerful SiS630 chipset. The SiS630
includes a built-in 128-bit AGP graphics accelerator, an integrated 3D
PCI audio controller. The SiS630 controls up to 1 GB of SDRAM memory.
The chipset also supports ACPI Ver.1.0 (Advanced Configuration and
Power Management Interface) and APM (Advanced Power Management)
power management. It provides two PCI IDE channels with UDMA 33/66,
a floppy diskette drive interface, and two bus-mastering PCI slots. The
chipset meets the requirements for the PC99 specification.
Inexpensive Memory
The board has two DIMM sockets for the installation of 168-pin, 3.3V
non-buffered DIMM memory modules. The DIMM memory modules must
be installed with SDRAM memory chips. The KOB 630e FSFx board
supports a memory bus of 100 MHz. Each installed memory module can
be populated with 16 MB up to 512 MB of memory, so a maximum total
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of 1 GB memory can be installed. The integrated video system uses a
shared memory architecture so that you must reserve some of the
installed memory as video memory using the system BIOS. You must
install at least one memory module, with a minimum capacity of 16 MB,
which can be installed in either available DIMM slot.
Highly Integrated Design
As well as the SIS630 chipset, the KOB 630e FSFx features other highly
integrated silicon chips. The SIS950 I/O controller handles the
mainboard’s I/O functions, as well as hardware monitoring. The
HT8738/PCI C3DX is a two-chip solution that provides an integrated
audio and fax/modem system.
Built-in AGP 3D-Graphics
The SiS630 chipset includes an integrated 128-bit 2D/3D graphics
accelerator. The graphics system uses the Ultra-AGP architecture and
uses a shared memory scheme that allows up to 64 MB of system
memory to be used as video memory. The graphics system includes
special accelerators for DVD playback and supports screen resolutions
up to 1920 x 1440 and color depths up to 16 M (True Color). Driver
support is provided for Windows 95/98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0,
and OS/2.
Built-in V.90 Fax/modem (DAA Module is optional)
The KOB 630e FSFx mainboard has a built-in 56 Kbps fax/modem. That
supports the V.90 protocol. The chip is integrated with the built-in audio
system to support voice as well as data transmissions. In order to use
the built-in fax/modem, you must install a DAA module that supplies the
RJ11 sockets for LINE and TELEPHONE.
Expansion Options
The KOB 630e FSFx mainboard is pre-installed with features such as
audio, video and a DAA module (optional) for a modem, that normally
requires add-in cards, so the two 32-bit PCI slots provide plenty of
expansion potential. The PCI slots support bus mastering.
Integrated I/O
The mainboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors. The I/O
template on the backplane includes two PS/2 ports for mouse and
keyboard, one serial port, one parallel port, one VGA monitor port, one
game/MIDI port, two USB ports and audio jacks for microphone, line-in
and line-out. The board has a header for the optional installation of an IR
port and a second serial port. It also includes two PCI IDE channels with
UltraDMA 33/66 support, and a floppy disk drive interface.
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Hardware Monitoring
Hardware monitoring is fully supported and the board ships with
hardware monitoring software. System assemblers and network
administrators can reduce downtime and repair costs by monitoring
critical temperatures and voltages on the system. The supplied hardware
monitoring software lets you set parameters that prompt warnings when
they are exceeded.
Keyboard Power On Feature
Using the system BIOS setup program, you can configure the system to
turn on by using a keyboard typed password or by pressing a hot-key
combination (Ctrl+Alt+Backspace). A green keyboard is not required.
Programmable Firmware
The mainboard includes Award BIOS that allows BIOS setting of CPU
parameters. The fully programmable firmware enhances the system
features and allows users to set power management, CPU and memory
timing, LAN and modem wake-up alarms, and so on. The firmware can
also be used to set parameters for different Celeron processor clock
speeds so that you don’t need to change mainboard jumpers and
switches.
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Quick Installation Table
This chapter explains how to successfully install the mainboard into a
computer case and build a working system. The installation procedure is
as follows:
Quick Jumper
Setting Reference
Provides a quick reference for the jumper
settings on this mainboard.
Before you Begin Provides advice on choosing a case,
avoiding static electricity damage, and setting
jumpers.
Preparing the
Mainboard
Provides a guide to the mainboard and I/O
port locations, full details on the jumper
settings, and advice on installing the
mainboard in the system case.
Install Other
Hardware
Provides guidance on installing essential
hardware: processor, memory, hard disk
drive, CD-ROM, floppy disk drive, and
expansion cards.
Make the External
Connections
Provides advice on using the external I/O
ports to install peripheral devices such as a
keyboard, a monitor, a mouse, a printer,
loudspeakers, and so on.
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Quick Jumper Setting Reference
If you are familiar with most of the material in this chapter, you can begin
preparing the mainboard for installation by using this quick reference to
begin the setting the jumpers. A detailed description of the jumper setting
appears later in this chapter.
JP1: Clear CMOS memory jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to clear all the current data stored in the CMOS
memory.
Function Jumper Cap
Clear CMOS Short pins 1-2
Normal operation Short pins 2-3
1 2 3
JP1
Note: If you need to Flash a new BIOS after Clearing the CMOS
memory, make sure to reboot the system first. The same rule
applies to Clearing the BIOS memory after you have just Flashed
it: always make sure to reboot the system before proceeding with
the next step.
JP2: Keyboard power on jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to enable keyboard power on with hot keys or
password.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable keyboard power on Short pins 1-2
Disable keyboard power on Short pins 2-3
JP2
1 2 3
JP9: Flash BIOS jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to allow the BIOS CMOS memory to be flashed, i.e.
a new BIOS version to written to the CMOS chip onboard.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable Flash BIOS Short pins 1-2
Normal operation Short pins 2-3
1 2 3
JP9
Note: JP3, JP4, JP5 and JP8 are featured on the board but are
currently not supported.
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PANEL1: Panel connectors for switches and indicators
Use the panel connector to implement the switches and indicators on
your system case.
Function Pins
Speaker +1, 3, 5, 7
Power Indicator +2, +4, 6
Keylock 8, 10
Green Indicator 13, 14
Hard Disk Indicator +15, 16
Reset Switch 17, 18
Suspend Switch 19, 20
Power Switch 21, 22
PANEL1
HDD LED
Green LED
Reset SW
Suspend SW
Power SW
KeyLock
Power LED Speaker
22 21
2 1
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Before You Begin
Before you begin to install your KOB 630e FSFx mainboard, take some
precautions to ensure that you avoid the possibility of damage to the
product from static electricity. Ensure too that you are installing the
mainboard into a suitable case.
Static Electricity
In adverse conditions, static electricity can accumulate and discharge
through the integrated circuits and silicon chips on this product. These
circuits and chips are sensitive and can be permanently damaged by
static discharge.
♦ If possible wear a grounding wrist strap clipped to a safely
grounded device during the installation.
♦ If you don’t have a wrist strap, discharge any static by touching
the metal case of a safely grounded device before beginning the
installation.
♦ Leave all components inside their static-proof bags until they are
required for the installation procedure.
♦ Handle all circuit boards and electronic components carefully.
Hold boards by the edges only. Do not flex or stress circuit
boards.
Choosing a Case
The mainboard complies with the specifications for the FlexATX system
case, although it can also be installed in most micro-ATX case designs.
The micro-ATX specifications include a maximum size of 9.0” x 7.5”
(228mm x 190mm), a reduced number of expansion slots, and support
for a smaller power supply unit.
Some features on the mainboard are implemented by cabling connectors
on the mainboard to indicators and switches on the system case. Ensure
that your case supports all the features required. The KOB 630e FSFx
mainboard can support one or two floppy diskette drives, and four
enhanced IDE drives. Ensure that your case has sufficient power and
space for all the drives that you intend to install.
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The mainboard has a set of I/O ports on the rear edge. Ensure that your
case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion slots.
How to Set Jumpers
A jumper consists of two or more pins mounted on the mainboard. Some
jumpers might be arranged in a series with each pair of pins numbered
differently. Jumpers are used to change the electronic circuits on the
mainboard. When a jumper cap is placed on two jumper pins, the pins
are SHORT. If the jumper cap is removed (or placed on just a single pin)
the pins are OPEN.
This illustration shows a 2-pin jumper. When the
jumper cap is placed on both pins, the jumper is
SHORT. If you remove the jumper cap, or place the
jumper cap on just one pin, the jumper is OPEN.
OPEN
SHORT
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. The jumper cap is
placed on pins 2 and 3, so this jumper setting is SHORT
PINS 2-3.
This illustration shows the same 3-pin jumper. The jumper
cap is placed on pins 1 and 2, so this jumper setting is
SHORT PINS 1-2.
In this manual, all the jumper illustrations clearly show the pin numbers.
When you are setting the jumpers, make sure that the jumper caps are
placed on the correct pins to select the function or feature that you want
to enable or disable.
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Preparing the Mainboard
Mainboard Guide
Use the following illustration and key to identify the components on your
mainboard.
JHD1
CPUFAN1
CASFAN1
DIMM1
DIMM2
FDD1
JP8
WOM1
JP9
Socket-370
PCI1
PCI2
A
TX1
COM2
JP3
JP5
JP2
JP6
J4
CD-IN
J3
WOl1
JP1
IDE2
IDE1
J6
J1
PANEL1
J5
SIR1
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Key to Mainboard Components
Component Description
Socket-370 Socket for PPGA Celeron Processors
PCI 1, 2 Two 32-bit PCI Slots
DIMM 1, 2 Two slots for 168-pin SDRAM memory module
FDD1 Connector for floppy disk drives
IDE1, IDE2 Primary and secondary IDE channels
ATX1 Connector for ATX power supply
SIR1 Connector for optional infrared port
PANEL1 Panel connector for switches and indicators
WOM1 Connector for modem wake up
WOL1 Connector for LAN wake up
*LED2 DIMM Power LED
COM2 Connector for serial port 2/4
CASFAN1 Power connector for case cooling fan
CPUFAN1 Power connector for CPU cooling fan
CD-IN Audio connector for CD-ROM/DVD drive
JHD1 Auxiliary keyboard connector
JP1 Clear CMOS jumper
JP2 Keyboard power on jumper
JP3, JP4, JP5,
and JP8
These jumpers are featured, but currently not
supported
JP9 Flash BIOS jumper
J1 Header for digital I/O port on front panel (optional)
J3 Auxiliary audio connector for CD-ROM/DVD drive
J4 Connector for modem DAA module
J5 Connector for two-color LED
J6 Header for analog I/O port on front panel (optional)
*LED2
The red indicator LED2 turns on if your system is still powered. It means
you can’t install or un-install your memory modules when it is turns on.
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I/O Ports Side View
PS2KBM
USB1 COM1 VGA1 JS
JS
LPT1
Key to I/O Ports
Component Description
PS2KBM PS/2 port for pointing device (upper port)
PS/2 port for keyboard (lower port)
LPT1 External parallel port
JS (Upper) External game/MIDI port
JS (Lower) Audio jacks for (from left to right) line out, line
in, microphone
VGA1 External monitor port
COM1 External serial port COM1/3
USB1 Two stacked Universal Serial Bus ports
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Check the Jumper Settings
Check all the mainboard jumpers to ensure that the board is configured
correctly.
JP1
JP2
JP9
JP1 Clear CMOS Memory Jumper
This jumper lets you erase the system setup settings that are stored in
CMOS memory. You might need to erase this data if incorrect settings
are preventing your system from operating. To clear the CMOS memory,
turn off the system, disconnect the power cable from the mainboard, and
short the appropriate pins for a few seconds.
1 2 3
JP1 Function Jumper Cap
Clear CMOS Short pins 1-2
Normal Operation Short pins 2-3
Note: If you need to Flash a new BIOS after Clearing the CMOS
memory, make sure to reboot the system first. The same rule
applies to Clearing the BIOS memory after you have just Flashed
it: always make sure to reboot the system before proceeding with
the next step.
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JP2: Keyboard Power On Jumper
This jumper lets you use a typed-in password as a power switch to turn
your system on. If you enable this property, you need to define the
password or the hot keys using the setup utility. See Chapter 3.
Function Jumper Cap
Enable keyboard power on Short pins 1-2
Disable keyboard power on Short pins 2-3
1 2 3
JP2
JP9: Flash BIOS Jumper
Use this 3-pin jumper to allow the BIOS CMOS memory to be flashed, i.e.
a new BIOS version to written to the CMOS chip onboard.
1 2 3
JP9
Function Jumper Cap
Enable Flash BIOS Short pins 1-2
Normal operation Short pins 2-3
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