Shuttle AK12 User manual

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AK12
AMD Socket-A Based
MAIN BOARD
User's Manual

77
M431
ShuttleAK12
AMDSocket-AbasedMainboard
ManualVersion 3.0
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Thermalissue ishighlyessentialforprocessorswithaspeed of600MHzand above.
Hence,werecommend youtousethe CPUfanqualified byAMDormotherboard
manufacturer.Meanwhile,pleasemakesureCPUand fanaresecurelyfastened well.
Otherwise,improperfaninstallationnotonlygetssystemunstablebutalsocould
damage bothCPUand motherboardbecauseinsufficientthermaldissipation.
If youwouldliketoknowmoreaboutthermaltopicpleasesee AMDwebsitefor
detailed thermalrequirementthroughthe address:
http://www.amd.com/products/athlon/thermals
http://www.amd.com/products/duron/thermals
WARNING

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WHATS IN THE MANUAL ...................................................................... 4
Quick Reference ................................................................................................ 4
About This Manual ............................................................................................ 4
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................. 5
1.1 TO DIFFERENT U ER ............................................................................... 5
FIRST-TIME DIY SYSTEM BUILDER ...................................................... 5
EXPERIENCED DIY USER ....................................................................... 5
SYSTEM INTEGRATOR ........................................................................... 5
1.2 ITEM CHECKLI T ........................................................................................6
2 FEATURES........................................................................................... 7
2.1 PECIFICATION ......................................................................................... 7
3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ............................................................ 10
3.1 TEP BY TEP IN TALLATION ................................................................ 10
Accessories Of AK 2.............................................................................. 0
STEP Install the CPU ...........................................................................
STEP 2 Set Jumpers .............................................................................. 2
STEP 3 Install SDRAM System Memory ................................................ 2
STEP 4 Install Internal Peripherals in System Case ................................ 3
STEP 5 Mount the Mainboard on the Computer Chassis ........................ 4
STEP 6 Connect Front Panel Switches/LEDs/Speaker ........................... 5
STEP 7 Connect IDE & Floppy Disk Drives ............................................ 7
STEP 8 Connect Other Internal Peripherals ............................................ 7
STEP 9 Connect the Power Supply ........................................................ 8
STEP 0 Install Add-on Cards in Expansion Slots................................... 8
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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STEP Connect External Peripherals to Back Panel ............................ 9
STEP 2 First Time System Boot Up....................................................... 2
STEP 3 Install Drivers & Software Components ..................................... 22
3.2 JUMPER ETTING .................................................................................. 23
Jumpers & Connectors Guide.................................................................. 24
USB port ~2 wake-up setting (JP2)....................................................... 27
Codec select setting (JP4) ...................................................................... 27
Onboard codec mode setting (JP7) ......................................................... 28
USB port 3~4 wake-up setting (JP6) ....................................................... 28
BIOS write protect setting (JP5) ............................................................... 29
Clear CMOS setting (JP ) ....................................................................... 29
FSB speed setting (JP 9, JP 0) ............................................................. 30
PS/2 Keyboard & PS/2 Mouse Connectors ............................................. 3
USB / USB2 Port Connectors ................................................................ 3
COM /COM2 Connectors ....................................................................... 3
Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... 3
Line_out and Line-In and Microphone ...................................................... 32
MIDI/GAME Port ...................................................................................... 32
POWER LED (PWR LED) ...................................................................... 33
Sleep switch (SLP SW) ........................................................................... 33
Green LED (GRN LED) ........................................................................... 33
Hardware reset connector (RST) ............................................................. 34
Speaker connector (SPEAKER) ............................................................. 34
HDD LED connector (HDD LED) ............................................................ 34
ATX power on/off switch connector (PWR SW) ........................................ 34
Enhanced IDE and Floppy Connectors .................................................... 35
ATX Power Connector (ATX ) ................................................................ 36
Audio_in header (CD & CD2)................................................................ 36

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Wake_on lan connector (WOL ) ............................................................. 37
Wake_on modem connector (WOM ) ..................................................... 37
IR connector (SIR )/USB ports 3~4 connector (USB2) ............................. 38
Dual color LED header (J4) ..................................................................... 39
CPU fan and housing fan connector (CPUFAN , PWRFAN ) ................. 39
Red 3VSB LED for SDRAM (LED )....................................................... 40
3.3 Y TEM MEMORY CONFIGURATION ......................................................41
Install Memory / Upgrade Memory ............................................................ 4
4 SOFTWARE UTILITY .......................................................................4 2
4.1 AK12 MAINBOARD CD OVERVIEW ........................................................ 42
4.2 IN TALL MAINBOARD OFTWARE ........................................................43
4.3 IN TALL Audio Device OFTWARE........................................................44
4.4 VIEW THE U ER' MANUAL ................................................................... 45
5 BIOS SETUP .....................................................................................46
5.1 ENTER THE BIO ......................................................................................46
5.2 THE MAIN MENU ....................................................................................... 47
Standard CMOS Setup ........................................................................... 49
Advanced BIOS Features ........................................................................ 5
Advanced Chipset Features .................................................................... 55
Integrated Peripherals ............................................................................. 59
Power Management Setup ...................................................................... 63
PnP / PCI Configurations ......................................................................... 68
PC Health Status ..................................................................................... 70
Frequency/Voltage Control ...................................................................... 7
Load Fail-safe/Optimized Defaults .......................................................... 72
User Password Setting ............................................................................ 73
Save & Exit Setup/Exit without Saving ..................................................... 75

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Q ick Reference
Hardware Installation >> tep-by- tep ................................................ Page 10
Jumper ettings >> A Closer Look ...................................................... Page 23
oftware Utility >> How to Install ......................................................... Page 42
BIO etup >> How to Configure ........................................................ Page 46
Abo t This Man al
For First-Time DIY ystem Builder......................................................... Page 5
For Experienced DIY User ...................................................................... Page 5
For ystem Integrator ............................................................................. Page 5
WHATS IN THE MANUAL

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 To Different Users
F rst-T me DIY System Bu lder
Welcome to the DIY world! Building your own computer system is not as
difficult as you may think. To make your first computer DIY experience
successful, right from the start, we have designed the 3 Hardware Instal-
lation section in a step-by-step fashion for all the first-time DIY system
builders. Prior to installation, we also suggest you to read the whole
manual carefully to gain a complete understanding of your new AK12
mainboard.
Exper enced DIY User
Congratulate on your purchase of the Shuttle AK12 mainboard. You will find
that installing your new Shuttle AK12 mainboard is just easy. Bundled with
an array of onboard functions, the highly-integrated AK12 mainboard pro-
vides you with a total solution to build the most stable and reliable system.
Refer to sections 3.2 Jumper Settings and Chapter 4 Software Utility to find
out how to get the best out of your new mainboard. Chapter 5 BIOS Setup
also contains the relevant information on how to tune up your system to
achieve higher performance.
System Integrator
You have wisely chosen Shuttle AK12 to construct your system. Shuttle
AK12 incorporates all the state-of-the-art technology of the VT8363A chipset
from VIA. It integrates the most advanced functions you can find to date in a
compact ATX board. Refer to sections3.2 Jumper Settings and Chapter 4
Software Utility for an in-depth view of system construction.

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1.2 Item Checklist
Check all items with your AK12 mainboard to make sure nothing is miss-
ing. The complete package should include:
!One Shuttle AK12 Mainboard
!One ATA 100/66 Ribbon Cable
!One Floppy Ribbon Cable
!AK12 User’s Manual
!One CD-ROM containing:
"AK12 user’s manual on PDF format
"VIA 4 IN 1 Drivers
"Audio Device Software
"Award Flashing Utility
JP6
J4
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VT8363
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AK12 mainboard is carefully designed for the demanding PC user who wants high
performance and maximum intelligent features in a compact package.
2.1 Specifications
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! CPU Support
Supports AMD Athlon processor with 100/133 MHz FSB.
and AMD Duron processor with 100 MHz FSB.
!!
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! Chipset
Features VIA Apollo KT133A Chipset VT8363A with super south I/O
bridge VT82C686B.
!!
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! Jumperless CPU Configuration
Soft-configure CPU Speed (CPU operating speed is software
configurable through Frequency/Voltage Control of BIOS Setup program).
!!
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! Versatile Memory Support
Equipped with three DIMM banks of PC 100/133 compliant SDRAM and
VCM SDRAM to provide up to 1.5GB of system memory.
!!
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! AGP Slot
A component level of device interconnected to AGP cards which sup-
ports up to 4x Accelerated Graphics Port cards for high performance
and is directed to the 3D graphical display application.
!!
!!
! PCI Expansion Slots
Provides five 32-bit PCI slots.
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!!
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! Super I/O Interfa e:
Provides a variety of I/O interfaces:
"1 × Floppy interface for 3.5-inch FDD with 720KB, 1.44MB, 2.88MB
format or for 5.25-inch FDD with 360KB or 1.2MB format.
"1 × PS/2 mouse connector
"1 × PS/2 Keyboard connector
"2 ports of USB connectors on back panel
"One set of 2-port USB headers on the mainboard
"2 × DB9 Serial connectors 16550 UART compatible
"1 × Infrared communication port ASKIR and HPSIR compatible.
(Serial port COM2 can also be redirected to an external IrDA Adapter
for wireless connection.)
"1 × DB25 Parallel port supporting Standard Parallel Port (SPP),
Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Port (ECP)
data transmission schemes.
"1 x DB15 MIDI/GAME port , and another 3 ports which are Line_out,
Line-In and Microphone.
!!
!!
! PCI Bus Master IDE Controller Onboard
Two Ultra DMA 33/66/100 Bus Master Dual-channel IDE ports provide sup-
port to a maximum of four IDE devices (one Master and one Slave per chan-
nel). The IDE Bus implements the data transfer speed up to 33/66/100 MB/
sec and also supports Enhanced PIO Modes 0 ~ 4.
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! ATX Power Supply Conne tor
ATX power supply unit can be connected to the onboard 20-pin ATX
power connector, supporting Suspend and Soft-On/Off by dual-function
power button.
!!
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! Advan ed Configuration and Power Interfa e
Features four power saving mode: Snoop, Suspend to RAM, Suspend to
Disk, and Soft-Off. ACPI provides more efficient Energy Saving Features
controlled by your operating system that supports OS Direct Power Man-
agement (OSPM) functionality.

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!!
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! System BIOS
Provides licensed Award BIOS on 2Mb Flash EEPROM.
Supports Green PC and Desktop Management Interface (DMI).
!!
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! ATX Form Factor
System board conforms to the ATX specification.
Board dimension: 305mm × 220mm
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! Advanced Features
"Dual Function Power Button - The system can be in one of two states;
one is Suspend mode and the other is Soft-Off mode. Pushing the
power button for less than 4 seconds places the system into Suspend
mode. When the power button is pressed for longer than 4 seconds, the
system enters the Soft-Off mode.
"Wake-on-LAN - The onboard WOL1 connector can be attached to anet
work card that supports this function to wake up the system via LAN.
"Modem Ring Power-On - The system can be powered on automati-
cally by the activation of modem ring.
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!!
! Other Features
"Voltage Monitoring - Monitors various voltages of key elements, such
as the CPU, and other critical system voltage levels to ensure stable
current reach to mainboard components. System voltages include
Vcore on CPU, and +2.5V, +3.3V, +5V, +12V etc. on system.
"Fan Status Monitoring - To prevent overheating of CPU, the CPU
fan is monitored for RPM and failure. (CPU cooling fan with RPM sen-
sor is required.)
"Temperature Monitoring - This item allows users to make sure
whether the CPU or system operates in a suitable temperature.

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Before removing or installing any of these devices including CPU, DIMMs, Add-On
Cards, Cables, please make sure to unplug the onboard power connector.
This section outlines how to install and configure your AK12 mainboard. Refer to the
following mainboard layout to help you identify various jumpers, connectors, slots,
and ports. Then follow these steps designed to guide you through a quick and correct
installation of your system.
3.1 Step-by-Step Installation
Accessor es Of AK12
3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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JP9
JP10
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JP6
J4
JP5 1
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IR Connector - SIR 1
2Mb Flash ROM
USB Port 3~4 Wake up Setting-JP6 USB Port 3~4
Connector- USB2
PS2 Keyboard /
PS/2 Mouse Connectors
CPU FAN1 Connector
USB1/USB2 Connectors
Socket 462
USB Port 1~2 Wake-up
setting -JP2
Serial Port
Connector (COM1)
Serial Port Connector
(COM2)
Parallel Connector
VIA KT133A Chipset
Line_out/Line_In/Microphone
MIDI/GAME Port Connectors
CODEC Select Jumper- JP4
Audio_in Connector- CD_1
Audio_in Connector- CD_2
AMR 1 Slot
VIA VT82C686B Chip
AGP 2x/4x Slot
ATX Power Connector
AC97 Audio CODEC
Dual Color LED Header- J4
On Board CODEC -JP7Mode
Five PCI Slots
Wake On Lan
Connector- WOL1
Wake On Modem
Connector- WOM1
Front Panel Connector -Pnel1 Floppy Connector
BIOS Write Protect- JP5
Clear CMOS- JP1 Two IDE Connectors
Three DIMM Sockets
3VSB LED for SDRAM- LED1
Power FAN 1 Connector FSB Speed Setting- JP9, JP10
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Step 1
Install the CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the upper-right sector of your mainboard
(between the back panel connectors and the DIMM memory banks).
2. Pull the CPU socket lever slightly sideways away from the socket
to unlock the lever, and then bring it to an upwardly vertical position.
3. Place your AMD 462 processor in the socket A. Note that the CPU’s
edges have been purposely designed non-symmetrically to prevent from
inserting the processor in the wrong direction. And the CPU will only
fit in the orientation as shown. The following diagram demonstrates the
correct placement of the CPU in socket A. You can see that the two
blunt-edged corners should be oriented toward the blank space on the
socket.
4. Slightly push the AMD 462 processor into the socket without applying
excessive force while making sure there is no gap between CPU and
socket. Then lower the socket-lever all the way down to the horizontal
position and lock it to secure the CPU in place.
5. The AMD 462 processor requires a set of heatsink/fan to ensure proper
cooling of the processor. If the heatsink/fan have not been mounted on
your CPU, you must purchase the heatsink/fan separately and have it
installed. Plug the cable through the heatsink/fan in the CPU fan
power connector located nearby. Note that there are several types of
CPU fan connectors. Normally, if your mainboard supports the hard
ware monitoring function, a 3-pin fan power connector should allow
your system to detect the CPU fan’s speed . The CPU fan can also run
with a 2-pin fan power connector, however, detection of CPU fan’s
speed is not supported. Another type of CPU fan may feature a large 4-
pin fan power connector, which does not support CPU fan's speed
detection and must be directly connected to the system’s power supply
unit.
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AMD CPU
SO C K ET4
ASS EMB LE D I N MA L AYS IA
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SOCKET462

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Step 2.
et Jumpers
The default jumper settings have been set for the common usage standard of
this mainboard. Therefore, you do not need to reset jumpers unless you
require special adjustments as any of following cases:
1. Clear CMOS
2. Enable wake-up function of USB ports
3. The read-only status of BIOS
4. Onboard CODEC mode
5. Codec select
6. FSB speed select
For first-time DIY system builders, we recommend that you should not
change the default jumper settings if you are not totally familiar with
mainboard configuration procedures. The factory-set default settings are
tuned for optimum system performance. For the advanced users who
wish to customize their system, section 3.2 Jumper Settings will provide
the detailed information on how to configure your mainboard manually.
Step 3
Install DRAM ystem Memory
To install memory, insert SDRAM or VCM SDRAM memory module(s) in
any one, two or three DIMM banks. Note that SDRAM modules are
directional and will not go in the DIMM slots unless they are properly
oriented. After the module is fully inserted into the DIMM socket, lift the
clips of both sides of the DIMM bank to lock the module in place.

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Step 4
Install Internal Peripherals in ystem Case
Before you install and connect the mainboard into your system case, we
recommend that you first assemble all the internal peripheral devices into
the computer housing, including but not limited to the hard disk drive
(IDE/HDD), floppy disk drive (FDD), CD-ROM drive, and ATX power
supply unit. This will greatly facilitate in making the connection to the
mainboard described below.
To install IDE & FDD drives, follow this procedure:
1. Set the required jumpers on each device according to the instructions
provided by the manufacturer. (IDE devices, HDD and CD-ROM, must
have jumpers on Master or Slave mode depending on your willing to
install more than one device for each kind.
2. Connect IDE cable and FDD cable to the back panel of the internal
peripheral devices. Note that the cable should be oriented with its
colored stripe (usually in red or magenta) connected to pin#1 both on
the mainboard IDE or FDD connector and on the device as well.
3. Connect an available power cable through your system power supply
unit to the back panel of each peripheral device. Note that the power
cable is directional and cannot fit in if not properly positioned.

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Step 5
Mount the Mainboard on the Computer Chassis
1. You may find that there are a lot of different mounting hole positions
both on your computer chassis and on the mainboard. To choose a
correct mounting hole, the key point is to keep the back panel of the
mainboard in a close fit with your system case, as shown below.
2. After deciding the proper mounting holes, position the studs between
the frame of chassis and the mainboard. The studs are used to fix the
mainboard and to keep a certain distance between the system chassis
and the mainboard, in order to avoid any electrical short between the
board and the metal frame of chassis. (If your computer case is already
equipped with mounting studs, you will need to tighten screws to
attach the mainboard.)
Note: In most computer housings, you will be able to find 4 or more
attachment points to install mounting studs and fix the
mainboard. If there aren’t enough matching holes, then make sure
to install at least 4 mounting studs to ensure proper attachment of
the mainboard.

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Step 6
Connect Front Panel witches/LEDs/ peaker
You can find there are several different cables already existing in the system
case and originating from the computer’s front panel devices (HDD LED,
Power LED, Reset Switch, PC Speaker, etc.) These cables serve to connect the
front panel switches and LEDs to the mainboard’s front panel connectors
group, as shown below :
1. Power LED (PWR LED)
2. Sleep switch (SLP SW)
3. Green LED (GRN LED)
PANEL 1
1
PWR LED SLP SW GRNLED RST SPEAKER HDDLED PWR SW
PANEL 1
1
PWR LED SLP SW GRNLED RST SPEAKER HDDLED PWR SW
PANEL 1
1
PWR LED SLP SW GRNLED RST SPEAKER HDDLED PWR SW
+
+
+
+
PWR LED
SLP SW
GRNLED
RST
SPEAKER
HDD LED
PWR SW
PANEL 1
1

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4. Hardware reset switch (RST)
5. PC speaker (SPEAKER)
6. HDD LED (HDD LED)
7. ATX soft power on/off (PWR SW)
PANEL 1
1
PWR LED SLP SW GRNLED RST SPEAKER HDDLED PWR SW
PANEL 1
1
PWR LED SLP SW GRNLED RST SPEAKER HDDLED PWR SW
PANEL 1
1
PWR LED SLP SW GRNLED RST SPEAKER HDDLED PWR SW
PANEL 1
1
PWR LED SLP SW GRNLED RST SPEAKER HDDLED PWR SW

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Step 7
Connect IDE & Floppy Disk Drives
1. IDE cable connector
2. Floppy cable connector
Step 8
Connect Other Internal Peripherals
1. IR connector
1
SIR1