Shuttle FT61 User manual

FT61
Pentium4/Celeron,478-pinProcessor
Based MAIN BOARD

Shuttle®FT61
Pentium 4/Celeron , 478-pin Processor Based Mainboard
Manual Version 1.1
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Statement of Shuttle Mainboard via the EMI Test
Shuttle mainboards have been via the EMI test in terms of series of regulations: EN55022/
CISPR22/AS/NZS3548 Class B, EN55024 (1998/AS/NZS), EN4252.1 (1994), EN61000,ANSI
C63.4 (1992), CFR47 Part 15 Subpart B, and CNS13438 (1997). The items tested are illus-
trated as follows:
(A)Voltage:AC110V/60HZ &AC230V/50HZ
(B) Tested Product Information:
Product Name: PC Mainboard
Status: Sample
ModelName: FT61
S/N:N/A
CPU:
External Frequency: 100 MHz
IntelPentium4: 1.6/ 1.8/2.0/2.2/2.4 GHz
External Frequency: 133 MHz
Intel Pentium4: 2.26/ 2.40/ 2.53/ 2.66/ 2.80/ 3.06 GHz
External Frequency: 200 MHz
Intel Pentium4: 2.8/ 3.0/ 3.2 GHz
Serial Port: one ports with 9 pins
VGA Port: one port with 15 pins
Keyboard Port: one port with 6 pins
Mouse Port: one port with 6 pins
S-Video Port: one port with 7 pins
USB 2.0 Port: four ports with 4 pins respectively
1394 Port: one port with 6 pins respectively
LAN Port: one port with 8 pins (10Mbps/100Mbps)
Center/Bass-Out & Line-Out & Line-In Ports: one port for each
Mic-In Ports: two ports
DIMM Memory (optional): DDR 400 256 MB *2
Power Cable: Detachable and Shielded (with a GND pin)
Monitor:CRT
Maximum Resolution: 1280 X 1024 V:60Hz
All CPUs have completely been tested, and values offered by the worst EMI combination of
CPU external frequency are listed as follows:
Test Mode External Frequency CPU CPU Open/Close
1100MHz P4 2.40 GHz Close
2100MHz P4 2.40 GHz Open
3133MHz P4 3.06 GHz Close
4133MHz P4 3.06 GHz Open

5200MHz P4 3.20 GHz Close
6200MHz P4 3.20 GHz Open
(C) Remedy for the Tested Product & Its EMI Interference:
Remedy:N/A
EMIInterference:
Crystal:14.318MHz(X1)/ 24.576MHz(X4)/25.00MHz(X5)/ 32.768KHz(X2)
25.00MHz(X3)/24.576MHz(X6)
Clock Generator: CLK1
(D) Supported Host Peripherals:
(E) Notices for Assembling Computers:
1. Cases should be made of iron or other metal that has good electric conductivity.
2. Cylinders in a case should be made of metal, and as having a mainboard mounted
in a case, make sure screws are all utilized and fastened on a mainboard.
3. An I/O shielding should be contacted with I/O metallic parts of a mainboard.
4. Cables should appropriately be arranged and fixed in a case. Follow instructions:
Ø Leave IDE cables not crossed upon CPU and SDRAM;
Ø Leave power cables minimum in length, and not crossed upon a mainboard;
Ø Leave CPU fan cables minimum in length, and not near CPU;
Ø Leave cables on panels and other spare cables tied in a computer case.
5. Make sure an EMI shielding attached to a case has properly been installed.
6. Make sure a 5.25" or 3.5" FDD and screws are fastened to an EMI shielding.
7. Make sure a case is closely in contact with EMI connected points.
8. Make sure there is no cleft in a case which is not deformed.
9. Make sure a PCI orAGP door is bound to a case.
10. Make sure cables of other devices (fans or some others) are fixed in a case.
Host Peripheral Product Name Model Name S/N FCC ID
#1 Case FT61 N/A
#2 Power Supply (300W) AM630BS20S 0005596 D33047
#3 Maxtor HDD (40 GB) D740X-6L N/A 3902B975
#4 Panasonic FDD JU-257A606P
#5 Pioneer DVD Player DVD-116 AAMS027197WL 3892D029

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHAT'S IN THE MANUAL.................................................................... 5
Quick Reference............................................................................................... 5
About This Manual ........................................................................................... 5
1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................ 6
1.1 TO DIFFERENT USERS ............................................................................. 6
FIRST-TIMEDIYSYSTEMBUILDER............................................................ 6
EXPERIENCEDDIY USER ........................................................................ 6
SYSTEMINTEGRATOR............................................................................... 6
1.2 ITEM CHECKLIST....................................................................................... 7
2 FEATURES ........................................................................................ 8
2.1 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................... 8
3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION.......................................................... 11
3.1 STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION................................................................11
Accessories of FT61 ..............................................................................11
STEP1CPUInstallation ........................................................................ 12
STEP 2 Set Jumpers............................................................................. 13
STEP3InstallDDRSDRAMSystemMemory........................................ 13
STEP 4Install InternalPeripheralsin System Case ................................ 14
STEP5MounttheMainboardontheComputerChassis........................ 15
STEP6ConnectFront-PanelLEDs/Switches/USBs.............................. 16
STEP 7 Connect IDE, Floppy, and SerialATA Disk Drives ..................... 17
STEP8Connect OtherInternalPeripherals............................................ 18
STEP9InstallAdd-on Cards inExpansion Slots .................................... 20
STEP10ConnectthePowerSupply...................................................... 20
STEP11ConnectExternal Peripherals to Back-Panel........................... 21
STEP 12 First Time System Boot Up ..................................................... 22
STEP13InstallDrivers& Software Components ................................... 23

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3.2 JUMPER SETTINGS ................................................................................. 24
JUMPERS&CONNECTORSGUIDE.................................................... 25
Jumpers
Clear CMOS Setting (JP1) ................................................................... 28
Back-Panel Connectors
COM1PortConnector ........................................................................... 29
VGAConnector ..................................................................................... 29
TV-OutConnector .................................................................................. 29
IEEE1394aPortConnector .................................................................. 29
LANPortConnector .............................................................................. 29
USBPort0/1Connectors ...................................................................... 29
PS/2Keyboard&PS/2MouseConnectors............................................ 30
Bass/Center-OutPortConnector ........................................................... 30
Rear-OutPortConnector ...................................................................... .30
Front-OutPortConnector....................................................................... 30
Front-Panel Connectors
ATXPowerOn/Off SwitchConnector(PWON) ....................................... 31
HDD LED Connector (HLED) ................................................................ 31
Power LED / Green LED Connector (PLED/GLED)............................... 32
HardwareResetConnector (RST) ......................................................... 32
FrontPanelAudioHeader(J5)............................................................... 33
FrontPanel1394aHeader(J5) ............................................................. 33
ExtendedUSBHeader(J4/J5)............................................................... 34
Internal Peripherals Connectors
EnhancedIDE,FloppyATAConnectors ................................................. 35
SerialATAConnectors........................................................................... 35
Other Connectors
ATXPowerSupplyConnectors(ATX1andATX2).................................. 36

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CPU,SystemandAGP FanConnectors(FAN1/2/3) .............................. 37
WirelessKeyboardandMouseConnectors (J3) ................................... 37
SPDIF-Out/InHeader(J10).................................................................... 38
AUXILIARYCD_INConnector(J11)(White)........................................... 38
AudioCD_INConnector(J9)(Black) ..................................................... 38
ParallelPortHeader-EXT.PrintPort(J6) .............................................. 39
IrDAHeader(J7).................................................................................... 40
3.3 SYSTEM MEMORY CONFIGURATION ..................................................... 41
INSTALLMEMORY................................................................................ 41
UPGRADEMEMORY............................................................................ 41
4 SOFTWARE UTILITY ......................................................................42
4.1 Mainboard CD Overview ......................................................................... 42
4.2 Install Mainboard Software ..................................................................... 43
4.2.A InstallATI Chipset Driver ...................................................................... 44
4.2.B Install ATI VGA Driver ........................................................................... 44
4.2.C Install Realtek Audio Driver ................................................................. 45
4.2.D Install Broadcom LAN Driver............................................................... 45
4.2.E Install Silicon RAID Driver.................................................................... 46
4.2.F Install ATI USB 2.0 Driver ...................................................................... 46
4.2.G Install Card Reader Driver (ST61G4 only) ........................................... 47
4.3 View the User's Manual........................................................................... 47
5 BIOS SETUP ................................................................................... 48
5.1 Enter the BIOS .......................................................................................... 48
5.2 THE MAIN MENU ...................................................................................... 49
STANDARD CMOS FEATURES ............................................................... 51
ADVANCED BIOS FEATURES................................................................. 54

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ADVANCED CHIPSET FEATURES .......................................................... 58
INTEGRATEDPERIPHERALS .................................................................. 62
POWERMANAGEMENTSETUP.............................................................. 66
PNP/PCICONFIGURATIONS .................................................................... 69
PCHEALTHSTATUS................................................................................ 71
LOAD FAIL-SAFE DEFAULTS .................................................................. 73
LOADOPTIMIZEDDEFAULTS ................................................................. 73
SET PASSWORD ..................................................................................... 73
SAVE & EXIT SETUP................................................................................ 74
EXITWITHOUTSAVING ............................................................................ 74

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WHAT'S IN THE MANUAL
Quick Reference
Hardware Installation >> Step-by-Step ................................................ Page 11
Jumper Settings >> A Closer Look.......................................................Page 24
Drivers/Software Utilities >> How to Install .........................................Page 42
BIOS Setup >> How to Configure.........................................................Page 48
About This Manual
For First-Time DIY System Builder.........................................................Page 6
For Experienced DIY User ......................................................................Page 6
For System Integrator .............................................................................Page 6

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1INTRODUCTION
1.1 To Different Users
First-Time DIY System Builder
Welcome to the DIY world! Building your own computer system is not as diffi-
cult as you may think. To make your first computer DIY experience successful,
right from the start, we have designed the 3.1 Hardware Installation section
in a step-by-step fashion for all the first-time DIY system builders. Prior to instal-
lation, we also suggest you to read the whole manual carefully to gain a com-
plete understanding of your new Shuttle FT61 mainboard.
Experienced DIY User
Congratulate on your purchase of the Shuttle FT61 mainboard. You will find
that installing your new Shuttle FT61 mainboard is just easy. Bundled with an
array of onboard functions, the highly-integrated FT61 mainboard provides you
with a total solution to build the most stable and reliable system. Refer to sec-
tions 3.2 Jumper Settings and Chapter 4 Drivers/Software Utilities 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 FT61 to construct your system. Shuttle FT61
incorporates all the state-of-the-art technology of the RS300+IXP150 chipset
from ATI. It integrates the most advanced functions you can find to date in a
compact Small Form Factor ATX board.

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1.2 Item Checklist
Check all items with your FT61 mainboard to make sure nothing is missing.
The complete package should include:
-One piece of Shuttle FT61 Mainboard
-One piece of ATA100/66/33 Ribbon Cable
-One piece of Floppy Ribbon Cable
-One piece of twin ports USB Cable (optional)
-One piece of Serial ATA Cable
-FT61 User's Manual
-SiI3512 RAID User's Manual
-One piece of Bundled CD-ROM with containing:
ØFT61 user's manual saved in PDF format
ØInstall ATI Chipset Driver
ØInstall ATI VGA Driver
ØInstall Realtek Audio Driver
ØInstall Broadcom LAN Driver
ØInstall Broadcom Advanced control Suite
ØInstall Silicon RAID Driver
ØInstall Silicon RAID configuration
ØInstall ATI USB 2.0 Driver
ØInstall Card Reader Driver (ST61G4 only)
ØAward Flashing Utility
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2 FEATURES
FT61 mainboard is carefully designed for the demanding PC user who wants high perfor-
mance and maximum intelligent features in a compact package.
2.1 Specifications
-CPU Support
Intel Pentium 4/Celeron, 478-pin supports both Northwood and Prescott
processors with 400/533/800MHz FSB.
-Chipset
Features ATI RS300 N.B. and ATI IXP150 S.B..
Onboard Lan
BCM4401 support 10Mb/s and 100Mb/s operation.
Onboard 1394a
VIA VT6307, support 400Mb/s, 200Mb/s, or100Mb/s data transfer rate.
Onboard SATA
Sil3512 supports 2 serial ATA connectors (devices) with Raid 0/1 function.
SATA host controller support Generation 1 up to 1.2Gb/s (150MB/S).
-Jumperless CPU Configuration
Soft-configuration FSB (The FSB speed is software configurable from (100MHz
to 233MHz) of BIOS setup program.
-On Board 6 Channel AC97 Audio
Realtek ALC650 supports 18bits ADC and DAC resolution and 6 channel
slot selec table DAC Output for multi-channel applications.
Compliant with AC'97 2.2 specifications.
-Versatile Memory Support
Features the dual-channel mode of 128 bit data transfer rate.
Two 184-pin DIMM slots to support up to 2GB of PC1600,PC2100, PC2700
or PC3200 compliant DDR SDRAM module.
-AGP Expansion Slot
Provides one 32-bit AGP slot which supports 8X AGP device.
-PCI Expansion Slot
Provides one 32-bit PCI slot.
-6 USB 1.1/2.0 Complaint Interface Onboard
Ø2 x USB connectors on back-panel and two sets of dual USB port
headers on mid-board.

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-I/O Interface
Provides a variety of I/O interfaces:
Ø1 x Floppy interface for 3.5-inch FDD with 720KB, 1.44MB, or 2.88MB
format or for 5.25-inch FDD with 360K or 1.2MB format.
Ø1 x DB9 Serial connector.
Ø1 x DB15 VGA connector.
Ø1 x AV & S-Video connector.
Ø1 x 1394a connector.
Ø2 x USB 1.1/2.0 ports.
Ø1 x RJ45 LAN connector.
Ø1 x PS/2 Mouse connector.
Ø1 x PS/2 Keyboard connector.
Ø1 x Front-Out port.
Ø1 x Rear-Out port.
Ø1 x Bass/Center port.
-PCI Bus Master IDE Controller Onboard
Two Ultra DMA 100/66/33 Bus Master Dual-channel IDE ports provide sup-
port to a maximum of four IDE devices (one Master and one Slave per channel).
The IDE Bus implements data transfer speeds of up to 100/66/33 MB/sec and
also supports Enhanced PIO Modes.
80-pin Cable Backward Compatible Legacy ATAPI Devices, ATAPI IDE CD-
ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, and LS-120 Supports.
-ATX Power Supply Connector
ATX power supply unit can connect to the onboard 20-pin Pentium 4 standard
ATX power connectors, supporting Suspend and Soft-On/Off by dual-function
power button.
The Pentium 4 ATX power include other 4-pin +12V ATX power connector.
-Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
Features four power saving modes: S1 (Snoop), S3 (Suspend to RAM), S4 (Sus-
pend to DISK), and S5 (Soft-Off). ACPI provides more efficient Energy Saving
Features controlled by your operating system that supports OS Direct Power
Management (OSPM) functionality.

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-System BIOS
Provides licensed Award BIOS V6.0 PG on 4Mb Flash core and supports Green
PC, Desktop Management Interface (DMI).
-Form Factor
System board conforms to Small from factor ATX specification.
Board dimension: 254mm x 185mm.
-Advanced Features
ØLow EMI - Built in spread spectrum to reduce EMI.
ØDual 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 Soft-Off mode.
ØModem Ring Power-On - The system can be powered on automatically
by the activation of modem ringing.
-Intelligent Features
ØVoltage Monitoring - Monitors various voltages of key elements, such
as the CPU, and other critical system voltage levels to ensure stable
current passing through mainboard components.
ØFan Status Monitoring -To prevent CPU from overheating, the CPU fan
is monitored for RPM and failure. (CPU Cooling FAN with RPM sensor is
required.)
ØTemperature Monitoring -This item allows users to make sure whether
the CPU or system runs in a suitable temperature.
ØCPU Fan AutoGuardian -This SMART Bios enabled 3 phase Variable
Fan Speed and CPU temperature Control feature.

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3HARDWAREINSTALLATION
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 mainboard. Refer to the following
mainboard layout to help you to 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
Accessories Of FT61
J4
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COM1 & VGA Connectors
TV-Out Connector
IrDAConnector-
J7
One PCI Slot
OneAGPSlot
Multi-Front Panel
Connector- J5
Clear CMOS- JP1
Front-Panel
Connector- J8
Extended USB 2.0
Headers- J4
Two184-pinDDR-SDRAMDIMM Sockets
Two IDE Connectors- IDE1/IDE2
One FloppyConnector
ATX Power Connector- ATX1
SystemFan Connector-
FAN2
SOCKET 478
Center/Bass/Rear-Out/Front-Out Header
SPDIF IN/OUT Connector- J10
ATX+12VPowerConnector-
ATX2
ATI IXP150 Chipset
ATI RS300 Chipset
SerialATA Connectors
- SATA1/SATA2
Paralle Port Connector- J6
Auxiliary CD-IN
Connecto r- J11
AGP Fan Connector- FAN3
LAN & USB 2.0 Connectors
CPU Fan Connector
- FAN1
Wireless KB/MS Connector-
J3
CD-IN Connector- J9
General Propose I/O- J2
DIMM Power LED (Green)
AGP Proof LED (Red)

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Step 1
CPU Installation:
This mainboard supports Intel Pentium 4/Celeron Socket 478 series CPU.
Please follow the steps as follows to finish CPU installation.
Note the CPU orientation when you plug it into CPU socket.
1. Pull up the CPU socket lever to 90-degree angle.
2. Locate Pin 1 in the socket and look for a black dot or cut edge on the CPU
upper interface. Match Pin 1 and cut edge, and insert the CPU into the
socket.
3. Press down the CPU socket lever and finish CPU installation.
4. Intel Pentium 4/Celeron processors require a set of heatsink and fan to cool
down the processor. You need to purchase a heatsink and fan if they are not
bundled with your CPU. Required is that install the set and plug its cable in
the CPU fan power connector. Note that there are kinds of CPU fan connec-
tors. Normally, if your mainboard supports a hardware monitoring function,
a 3-pin fan power connector can have your system detect the CPU fan's spe-
ed. A CPU fan with a 2-pin or 4-pin fan power connector does not support
the detection of the CPU fan's speed, and must directly be connected to the
system's power supply unit.
CPU socket lever up to
90-degree angle
CPU Pin 1 and cut edge
Note:The CPU might be damaged if you
do not match the CPU socket Pin 1
and cut edge well.

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Step 2.
Set Jumpers
This mainboard is jumperless! The default jumper settings have been set for the
common usage standard of this mainboard. Therefore, you do not need to reset
the jumpers unless you require special adjustments as any of the following cases:
1. Clear CMOS
For first-time DIY system builders, we recommend that you do not change the
default jumper settings if you are not totally familiar with the mainboard con-
figuration procedures. The factory-set default settings are tuned for optimum
system performance. For the advanced users who wish to customize their sys-
tem, section 3.2 Jumper Settings will provide detailed information on how to
configure your mainboard manually.
Step 3
Install DDR SDRAM System Memory
To install memory, insert DDR SDRAM memory module(s) in DIMM slot(s).
Note that DDR SDRAM modules are directional and will not go in the DIMM
slots unless properly oriented. After the module is fully inserted into the DIMM
slots, lift the clips of both sides of the DIMM slot to lock the module in place.
Do not remove memory modules while DIMM LED is on. It might cause short
or other unexpected damages due to the 2.5V stand by voltage. Remove memory
modules only when AC Power cord is disconnected.
DDR SDRAM DIMM Power LED
DIMM Power LED
(Green)

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Step 4
Install Internal Peripherals in System Case
Before you install and connect the mainboard into your system case, we rec-
ommend that you first assemble all the internal peripheral devices into the com-
puter 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 connections 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 pro-
vided by the manufacturer. (IDE devices, HDD, and CD-ROM, have to set
jumpers to Master or Slave mode depending on whether you install more
than one device of each kind.)
2. Connect IDE cable and FDD cable on the back-panel of the internal
peripheral devices to the corresponding headers on board. Note that the
cable should be oriented with its colored stripe (usually 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 from 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 correct mounting
holes, 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 on the proper mounting holes, position the studs between the
frame of the chassis and the mainboard. The studs are used to fix the main-
board and to keep a certain distance between the system's chassis and the
mainboard, in order to avoid any electrical shorts between the board and
the metal frame of the 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 then fix the main-
board. 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 LEDs/Switches/USBs
You can find there are several cables existing in the system case and originating
from the front-panel devices (HDD LED, Green LED, Reset switch, and USB
devices etc.). These cables serve to connect the front-panel LEDs, switches, and
USB connectors to J8 and J4/J5, as shown below.
1. ATX Soft Power On/Off (PWON)
2. HDD-LED (HLED)
3. Power-LED and Green-LED (PLED/GLED)
4. Hardware Reset Switch Button (RST)
5. Extended USB Header (J4/J5)
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