IM-945GSE Series
MS-9830 (V1.X) Mainboard
G52-98301X2
Safety Instructions
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 service
personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does 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. DONOT LEAVETHIS EQUIPMENT INANENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED,STOR-
AGE TEMPERATUREABOVE 600 C (1400F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
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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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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance 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 measures listed
below.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
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 LANOTICED’INSTALLATIONAVANTDE RACCORDERAU RESEAU.
Micro-Star International
MS-9830
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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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement
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CONTENTS
Copyright Notice ..............................................................................................................ii
Trademarks .......................................................................................................................ii
Revision History ..............................................................................................................ii
Technical Support ...........................................................................................................ii
Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................... iii
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........................................................ iv
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement.................................... v
Chapter 1 Product Overview ................................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specifications ................................................................................... 1-2
Block Diagram ....................................................................................................... 1-5
Mainboard Layout................................................................................................ 1-6
Board Dimension .................................................................................................1-11
Back Panel & I/O Shield Drawing ...................................................................... 1-12
Power Consumption .......................................................................................... 1-17
Safety Compliance & MTBF .............................................................................. 1-19
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup .................................................................................... 2-1
Quick Components Guide .................................................................................... 2-2
Memory................................................................................................................. 2-3
Power Supply ...................................................................................................... 2-4
Back Panel I/O ...................................................................................................... 2-5
Connector ...........................................................................................................2-11
Jumper................................................................................................................ 2-19
Slot ...................................................................................................................... 2-20
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup ..................................................................................................... 3-2
The Menu Bar ...................................................................................................... 3-4
Main ...................................................................................................................... 3-5
Advanced ............................................................................................................ 3-6
Boot .................................................................................................................... 3-17
Security .............................................................................................................. 3-19
Chipset ............................................................................................................... 3-20
Power ................................................................................................................. 3-25
Exit ...................................................................................................................... 3-26
Chapter 4 System Resources ............................................................................. 4-1
Watch Dog Timer Setting ..................................................................................... 4-2
AMI POST Code ................................................................................................... 4-3
Resource List ...................................................................................................... 4-7
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Product Overview
Chapter 1
Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the IM-945GSE Series (MS-
9830 v1.X) Mini ITX mainboards from MSI.
Based on the innovative Intel® 945GSE & ICH7M con-
trollers for optimal system efficiency, the IM-945GSE
Series accommodate the latest Intel® AtomTM processor
N270 (1.6GHz single core with HT) and support one
DDR2 533/667/800 SO-DIMM slot to provide the maxi-
mum of 1GB memory capacity.
Three options are available for the IM-945GSE Series:
ATX Power, High Rear I/O, DVI, VGA,
Option A
1 RS-232/422/485 Port, 5 RS-232 Ports
DC Power, Low Rear I/O, DVI-I,
Option B
1 RS-232/422/485 Port, 4 RS-232 Ports
DC Power, Low Rear I/O, VGA, LVDS,
Option C
1 RS-232/422/485 Port, 4 RS-232 Ports
DC Power, High Rear I/O, DVI, VGA,
Option D
1 RS-232/422/485 Port
DC Power, High Rear I/O, VGA, LVDS,
Option E
1 RS-232/422/485 Port, 4 RS-232 Ports
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MS-9830 Mainboard
Mainboard Specifications
Processor
- Intel Atom processor N270 (1.6GHz single core with HT)
FSB
- 533MHz
Chipset
- Northbridge: Intel 945GSE chipset
- Southbridge: Intel ICH7M chipset
M emory
- 1 unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 533/667/800 SO-DIMM slot
- Up to 1GB memory capacity
LAN
- Supports Gigabit Ethernet by Intel 82574L Controller
Audio
- HDA Codec by Realtek ALC888 7.1 channel (compliant with
Azalia 1.0 specs)
- TPA3005D2 amplifier (for Option C, E)
IDE
- 1 IDE port by Intel ICH7M
- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100 mode
- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode
SATA
- 2 SATA ports by Intel ICH7M
- Supports 2 SATA devices
- Supports up to 1.5Gb/s data transfer rate
Graphics
- Onboard graphics integrated in Intel 945GSE
1-2
Product Overview
Connectors
Option A Back Panel
- 1 double stack DB-9 connector
- 1 stack up VGA and DVI-D connector
- 1 stack up RJ45 and USB connector
- 1 double stack USB connector
- 1 Gigabit LAN jack
- 3 audio jacks
Option B Back Panel
- 1 DB-9 connector
- 1 DVI-I connector
- 2 double stack USB connectors
- 1 Gigabit LAN jack
- 2 audio jacks
Option C Back Panel
- 1 DB-9 connector
- 1 VGA connector
- 2 double stack USB connectors
- 1 Gigabit LAN jack
- 2 audio jacks
Option D Back Panel
- 1 DB-9 connector
- 1 stack up VGA and DVI-D connector
- 2 double stack USB connectors
- 1 Gigabit LAN jack
- 2 audio jacks
Option E Back Panel
- 1 DB-9 connector
- 1 VGA connector
- 1 stack up RJ45 and USB connector
- 1 double stack USB connector
- 1 Gigabit LAN jack
- 2 audio jacks
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Onboard Connectors
- 1 front audio pinheader
- 1 USB 2.0 pinheader (2 ports)
- 1 parallel port connector
- 4 serial port connectors (for option A, B, C, E only)
- 1 SPI Flash ROM pinheader (for debugging)
- 1 chassis intrusion switch pinheader
- 1 S/PDIF-Out pinheader
- 1 amplifier pinheader (for option C, E only)
- 1 LVDS connector (for option C, E only)
- 1 20-pin ATX power connector (for option A only)
- 1 4-pin DC 12V power connector (for option B, C, D, E only)
- 1 4-pin DC 5V/12V power connector (for option B, C, D, E only)
Slots
- 1 Mini PCI-E slot
- 1 32-bit/33MHz PCI slot
Form Factor
- Mini ITX: 170mm x 170mm
Mounting
- 4 mounting holes
Environmental
Storage Environment
- Temperature: -20oC ~ 80oC
- Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non condensing
Operation Environment
- Temperature: 0oC ~ 60oC
- Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non condensing
1-4
Product Overview
Block Diagram
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MS-9830 Mainboard
Mainboard Layout
ATX1
COM Ports
DIMM1
Top: VGA Port
Bottom: DVI Port
Intel
Atom CPU
Intel
945GSE
Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB Ports
USB Ports
JLAN1
JCI1
Intel
ICH7M
JRTC1
JSPDO1
T: Line-In
M: Line-Out
B: Mic-In
JSPI1
SATA2
SATA1
JUSB1
ALC888
JAUD1
JCOMP5
JCOMP4 JCOMP6
JCOMP3
PCI1
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option A
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Product Overview
COM5
DIMM1
JCOMP1
JPW1
(DC-IN)
JDVI1
Intel 945GSE
Intel Atom CPU
USB Ports
USB Ports
JPWR1
(For HDD)
JCI1
Intel ICH7M
JLAN1
JRTC1
JSPI1
SATA2
JSPDO1
T: Line-Out
B: Mic-In
SATA1
JUSB1
ALC888
JAUD1
JCOMP3 JCOMP5
JCOMP6
PCI1
JCOMP4
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option B
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MS-9830 Mainboard
COM5
DIMM1
JCOMP1
JPW1
(DC-IN)
JVGA1
Intel 945GSE
Intel Atom CPU
USB Ports
JPWR1
(For HDD)
JVDD1
JLVDS1
JCI1
USB Ports
J1
Intel ICH7M
JLAN1
JRTC1
JAMP1
JSPI1
SATA2
T: Line-Out
B: Mic-In
SATA1
JUSB1
ALC888
JAUD1
JSPDO1
JCOMP3 JCOMP5
JCOMP4 JCOMP6
PCI1
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option C
1-8
Product Overview
COM5
DIMM1
JCOMP1
JPW1
(DC-IN)
Top: VGA Port
Bottom: DVI Port
Intel 945GSE
Intel Atom CPU
USB Ports
USB Ports
JPWR1
(For HDD)
JCI1
Intel ICH7M
JLAN1
JRTC1
JSPI1
SATA2
JSPDO1
T: Line-Out
B: Mic-In
SATA1
JUSB1
ALC888
JAUD1
JCOMP3 JCOMP5
JCOMP6
PCI1
JCOMP4
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option D
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MS-9830 Mainboard
COM5
DIMM1
JCOMP1
JPW1
(DC-IN)
JVGA1
Intel 945GSE
Intel Atom CPU
Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB Ports
JPWR1
(For HDD)
JVDD1
JLVDS1
JCI1
USB Ports
J1
Intel ICH7M
JLAN1
JRTC1
JAMP1
JSPI1
SATA2
T: Line-Out
B: Mic-In
SATA1
JUSB1
ALC888
JAUD1
JSPDO1
JCOMP3 JCOMP5
JCOMP4 JCOMP6
PCI1
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option E
1-10
Product Overview
Board Dimension
1-11
MS-9830 Mainboard
Back Panel & I/O Shield Drawing
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option A
1-12
Product Overview
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option B
1-13
MS-9830 Mainboard
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option C
1-14
Product Overview
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option D
1-15
MS-9830 Mainboard
IM-945GSE Series Mini ITX Mainboard - Option E
1-16
Product Overview
Power Consumption
Component
CPU
Description
Intel Atom Processor 200 Series
Corsair 1G DDR2-800 x1
NA
Memory
Add-On VGA
Hard Disk
Western 80G IDE 7200rpm HDD x1
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
Total
Watt
Watt
3.3V input
5V input
12V input
5VSB
MS-9830-0A (ATX)
Current (A)
0.54
Current (A) Current (A)
Current (A)
0.06
1.03
0.30
10.83W
Enter DOS (stable)
Enter BIOS (stable)
Idle
0.56
0.54
0.54
1.03
1.10
1.18
0.30
0.27
0.31
0.06
0.05
0.05
10.90W
10.77W
11.65W
CPU Stress 100%
Windows stress
(3dMARK2006)
Windows Desktop
Standby S1 without
LAN connected
(stable)
0.55
1.11
0.36
0.05
11.94 W
0.48
1.03
0.25
0.05
9.98W
Windows Desktop
Standby S3 without
LAN connected
(stable)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0.22
0.13
0.15
1.10W
0.65W
0.75W
Windows Desktop
Hibernate S4 without
LAN connected
(stable)
Windows Desktop
Soft Off S5 without
LAN connected
(stable)
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MS-9830 Mainboard
Component
CPU
Description
Intel Atom Processor 200 Series
TRANSCEND 1G DDR2-800 x1
NA
Memory
Add-On VGA
Hard Disk
MAXTOR 40G IDE 7200rpm HDD x1
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
12V input
MS-9830-0A (DC)
Current (A)
Watt
Enter DOS (stable)
Enter BIOS (stable)
Idle
0.956A
0.952 A
0.934 A
1.02A
11.47W
11.42W
11.21W
12.24W
CPU Stress 100%
Windows stress
(3dMARK2006)
Windows Desktop
Standby S1 without
LAN connected
(stable)
1.28 A
15.36W
0.875 A
10.50W
Windows Desktop
Standby S3 without
LAN connected
(stable)
0.119 A
0.05A
1.43W
0.60W
0.60W
Windows Desktop
Hibernate S4 without
LAN connected
(stable)
Windows Desktop
Soft Off S5 without
LAN connected
(stable)
0.05A
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Product Overview
Safety Compliance & MTBF
Safety Compliance
Certification Standard number
Title of standard
Product family standard
EN 55022: 2006
Limits for harmonic current emission
EN 2006
RFI
CE
Limitation of voltage fluctuation and
flicker in low-voltage supply system
EN 1995+A1:2001+A2:2005
Immunity
EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003 Product family standard
月版
乙類
年
6
CNS 13438
(1995
)
BSMI
AS/NZS CISPR 22:2006
C-Tick
FCC CFR Title 47 Part 15 Subpart B: 2005 Class B
CISPR 22: 2006
FCC
VCCI V-3:2008 Class B
VCCI
VCCI V-4:2008 Class B
MTBF - Reliability Prediction
Operation
Temperature (°C) Environment
Operation
9830
Calculation Model
Duty Cycle MTBF (hr.)
GB, GC -
option A
Telcordia Issue 1
40
40
40
Ground Benign, 6,429.899614 155,523
Controlled
GB, GC -
option B, D Telcordia Issue 1
option C, E Telcordia Issue 1
6,311.357614 158,445
Ground Benign,
Controlled
GB, GC -
Ground Benign, 6,841.490152 146,167
Controlled
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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation,
be careful in holding the components and follow the
installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not
work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the
components.
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MS-9830 Mainboard
Quick Components Guide
CON1, p.2-18
JCOMP2, p.2-17
DIMM Slot, p.2-3
ATX1, p.2-4
JCOMP1, p.2-17
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-5
JPW1, p.2-4
CPUFAN1,
p.2-11
JCI1, p.2-10
JFP1, p.2-14
J1, p.2-12
JPWR1, p.2-4
JVDD1, p.2-17
JLVDS1, p.2-16
IDE1, p.2-9
JAMP1, p.2-14
JSPDO1, p.2-15
JLPT1, p.2-13
COM1~4, p.2-13
SATA1~2, p.2-10
JAUD1, p.2-15
JCOMP3~6,
JSPI1, p.2-11
JUSB1, p.2-12
PCI1, p.2-18
p.2-17
2-2
Hardware Setup
Memory
The DIMM slots are intended for system memory modules.
DDR2 SO-DIMM Slot
200-pin, 1.8V
Installing Memory Modules
1. Locate the SO-DIMM slots on the mainboard.
2. Align the notch on the DIMM with the key on the slot. Insert the DIMM vertically into
the SO-DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the DIMM is deeply
inserted in the SO-DIMM slot.
3. Manually check if the DIMM has been locked in place by the retaining clips at the
sides.
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MS-9830 Mainboard
Power Supply
System Power Connector: ATX1 (for option A)
This connector allows you to connect a 20-pin power supply. To connect the power
supply, make sure the power supply connector is inserted in the proper orientation
and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector.
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
ATX1
1
2
+3.3V
+3.3V
GND
+5V
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
+3.3V
-12V
20
10
11
1
3
GND
PS-ON#
GND
GND
GND
Res
4
5
GND
+5V
6
7
GND
PWROK
5VSB
+12V
8
9
+5V
+5V
10
12V System Power Connector: JPW1 (for option B, C, D, E)
This 12V power connector is used to provide power to the system & CPU.
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
4
1
1
2
3
4
12V
12V
GND
GND
JPW1
5V/12V HDD Power Connector: JPWR1 (for option B, C, D, E)
This connector provides power to the hard disk drives.
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
1
2
3
4
5V
GND
GND
12V
1
4
JPWR1
2-4
Hardware Setup
Back Panel I/O
Option A
COM6
RS-232
Serial Port
Line-In
LAN
VGA Port
Line-Out
LAN
DVI Port
USB Ports USB Ports
MIC
COM5
RS-232/422/485
Serial Port
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
DVI Port
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector allows you to connect a LCD monitor. It
provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display
device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug your monitor cable into the DVI
connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected to
your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information.)
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
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MS-9830 Mainboard
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for con-
nection to the Local Area Network (LAN).
You can connect a network cable to it.
ActivityIndicator
SpeedIndicator
Left LED
Right LED
Active LED
Yellow
100M/1000MSpeed LED
Green/Orange
OFF
LED Color
10M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Green (Lighting)
OFF
100M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Green(Lighting)
Green(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
OFF
1000M Cable Plug-in No Transmission
Transition
In S3/S4/S5 Standby State
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-In (Blue) - Line In, is used for external CD player, tapeplayer or other
audio devices.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
2-6
Hardware Setup
Line-Out
Option B
LAN
COM5
DVI Port
USB Ports USB Ports
MIC
RS-232/422/485
Serial Port
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
DVI Port
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector allows you to connect a LCD monitor. It
provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display
device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug your monitor cable into the DVI
connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected to
your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information.)
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
LAN
ActivityIndicator
SpeedIndicator
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for con-
nection to the Local Area Network (LAN).
You can connect a network cable to it.
Left LED
Right LED
Active LED
Yellow
100M/1000MSpeed LED
Green/Orange
OFF
LED Color
10M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Green (Lighting)
OFF
100M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Green(Lighting)
Green(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
OFF
1000M Cable Plug-in No Transmission
Transition
In S3/S4/S5 Standby State
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
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MS-9830 Mainboard
Option C
Line-Out
LAN
COM5
VGA Port
USB Ports USB Ports
MIC
RS-232/422/485
Serial Port
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for con-
nection to the Local Area Network (LAN).
You can connect a network cable to it.
ActivityIndicator
SpeedIndicator
Left LED
Right LED
Active LED
Yellow
100M/1000MSpeed LED
Green/Orange
OFF
LED Color
10M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Green (Lighting)
OFF
100M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Green(Lighting)
Green(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
OFF
1000M Cable Plug-in No Transmission
Transition
In S3/S4/S5 Standby State
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
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Hardware Setup
VGA Port
Line-Out
Option D
LAN
COM5
DVI Port
USB Ports USB Ports
MIC
RS-232/422/485
Serial Port
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
DVI Port
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector allows you to connect a LCD monitor. It
provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display
device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug your monitor cable into the DVI
connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected to
your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information.)
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
LAN
ActivityIndicator
SpeedIndicator
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for con-
nection to the Local Area Network (LAN).
You can connect a network cable to it.
Left LED
Right LED
Active LED
Yellow
100M/1000MSpeed LED
Green/Orange
OFF
LED Color
10M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Green (Lighting)
OFF
100M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Green(Lighting)
Green(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
OFF
1000M Cable Plug-in No Transmission
Transition
In S3/S4/S5 Standby State
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
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LAN
Option E
Line-Out
LAN
COM5
VGA Port
USB Ports USB Ports
MIC
RS-232/422/485
Serial Port
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for con-
nection to the Local Area Network (LAN).
You can connect a network cable to it.
ActivityIndicator
SpeedIndicator
Left LED
Right LED
Active LED
Yellow
100M/1000MSpeed LED
Green/Orange
OFF
LED Color
10M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Slow Blinking
SwiftlyBlinking
Green (Lighting)
OFF
100M Cable Plug-in
No Transmission
Transition
Green(Lighting)
Green(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
Orange(Lighting)
OFF
1000M Cable Plug-in No Transmission
Transition
In S3/S4/S5 Standby State
Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
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Connector
IDE Connector: IDE1
This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.
IDE1
Important
If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the drives
separately to master / slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to IDE device’s
documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting instructions.
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Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCI1
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is
opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record
this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you
must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
2
1
JCI1
Serial ATA Connector: SATA1, SATA2
This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can con-
nect to one Serial ATA device.
SATA1
SATA2
Important
Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.
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SPI Flash ROM Pinheader: JSPI1
This pinheader is used to flash SPI flash ROM.
Pin Definition
Pin
1
Description
Pin
2
Description
VCC3_SB
SPI_MOSI_F
SPI_CLK_F
GND
JSPI1
VCC3_SB
SPI_MISO_F
SPI_CS0_F#
GND
2
1
10
3
4
9
5
6
7
8
9
SPI_HOLD#
10
NC
Fan Power Connector: CPUFAN1
The fan power connector supports system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting
the wire to the connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should
be connected to the +12V; the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.
If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset onboard, you must use a
specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
GND
+12V
SENSOR
CONTROL
CPUFAN1
Important
Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at CPU vendor’s official website
or consult the mainboard vendor for proper CPU cooling fan.
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Backlight Connector: J1 (for option C, E)
This connector is provided for LCD backlight options.
J1
Pin Definition
PIN
SIGNAL
1
2
3
4
5
12V
GND
1
InverterOn
BacklightControl
5V
Front USB Pinheader: JUSB1
This pinheader, compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for con-
necting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras,
MP3 players, printers, modems and the like.
Pin Definition
PIN
1
SIGNAL
VCC
PIN
2
SIGNAL
VCC
JUSB1
2
1
10
9
3
USB0-
4
USB1-
USB1+
GND
5
USB0+
GND
6
7
8
9
Key(no pin)
10
USBOC
USB 2.0 Bracket
(Optional)
Important
Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid
possible damage.
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Serial Port Connector: COM1 ~ COM4 (for option A, B, C, E)
This connector is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device to it through the optional serial port
bracket.
Pin Definition
COM1~4
PIN
SIGNAL
DESCRIPTION
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
DCD
SIN
SOUT
DTR
GND
DSR
RTS
DataCarry Detect
Serial In or Receive Data
Serial Out or Transmit Data
DataTerminal Ready
Ground
DataSetReady
RequestToSend
Clear To Send
9
10
CTS
VCC_COM
PowerSource
Parallel Port Header: JLPT1
The mainboard provides a 26-pin header for connection to an optional parallel port
bracket. The parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel
Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.
JLPT1
26
25
2
1
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
PIN
SIGNAL
1
RSTB#
2
AFD#
15
PRND6
16
GND
3
PRND0
PRND1
PRND2
PRND3
PRND4
PRND5
4
ERR#
17
19
21
23
25
PRND7
ACK#
BUSY
PE
18
20
22
24
26
GND
GND
GND
GND
KEY
5
6
PINIT#
LPT_SLIN#
GND
7
8
9
10
12
14
11
13
GND
SLCT
GND
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Audio Amplifier Connector: JAMP1 (for option C, E)
The JAMP1 is used to connect audio amplifiers to enhance audio performance.
Pin Definition
JAMP1
PIN
SIGNAL
1
1
AMP_L-
2
3
4
AMP_L+
AMP_R-
AMP_R+
Front Panel Connector: JFP1
The mainboard provides one front panel connector for electrical connection to the
front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O
Connectivity Design Guide.
JFP1
2
1
+
-
Power
LED
HDD
LED
-
-
Power
Reset
+Switch
Switch+
10
9
Pin Definition
DESCRIPTION
PIN
SIGNAL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
HD_LED +
FPPWR/SLP
HD_LED -
Hard disk LED pull-up
MSG LED pull-up
Harddisk activeLED
FPPWR/SLP
RST_SW -
PWR_SW-
RST_SW +
PWR_SW+
RSVD_DNU
MSG LED pull-up
Reset Switch low reference pull-down toGND
PowerSwitchlowreferencepull-downtoGND
Reset Switchhigh reference pull-up
Power Switchhigh referencepull-up
Reserved. Donot use.
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S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSPDO1
This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format)
interface for digital audio transmission.
JSPDO1
VCC
GND
SPDIF
S/PDIF Bracket (Optional)
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1
This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with
Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.
JAUD1
2
1
10
9
HD Audio Pin Definition
DESCRIPTION
PIN
SIGNAL
1
2
3
4
MIC_L
Microphone -Left channel
GND
Ground
MIC_R
Microphone - Right channel
PRESENCE#
Activelowsignal-signalsBIOSthataHighDefinitionAudiodongle
is connected to the analogheader. PRESENCE# = 0 when a
HighDefinition Audio dongle is connected
Analog Port - Right channel
5
6
7
LINEout_R
MIC_JD
Jack detectionreturn from front panelmicrophone JACK1
Jackdetectionsenselinefrom theHighDefinitionAudioCODEC
jackdetectionresistornetwork
Front_JD
8
NC
No control
9
LINEout_L
LINEout_JD
Analog Port - Left channel
10
Jack detectionreturn from frontpanel JACK2
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LVDS Flat Panel Connector: JLVDS1 (for option C, E)
The LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signal) connector provides a digital interface
typically used with flat panels. After connecting an LVDS interfaced flat panel to the
JLVDS1, be sure to check the panel datasheet and set the JVDD1 LVDS Power
Selection Jumper (p. 2-17) to a proper voltage.
JLVDS1
39
40
1
2
SIGNAL
+12V
PIN
SIGNAL
+12V
2
1
+12V
4
3
+12V
GND
6
5
+12V
GND
8
7
VCC3/VCC5
LCD_VDD
LDDC_CLK
L_BKLTCTL
L_BKLTEN
LA_DATA0#
LA_DATA1#
LA_DATA2#
LA_CLK#
LCD_VDD
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
38
40
9
LDDC_DATA
LVDS_VDDEN
GND
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
37
39
LA_DATA0
LA_DATA1
LA_DATA2
LA_CLK
LA_DATA3
GND
LA_DATA3#
GND
LB_DATA0
LB_DATA1
LB_DATA2
LB_CLK
LB_DATA0#
LB_DATA1#
LB_DATA2#
LB_CLK#
LB_DATA3
GND
LB_DATA3#
GND
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Jumper
LVDS Power Selection Jumper: JVDD1 (for option C, E)
Use this jumper to specify the operation voltage of the LVDS interfaced flat panel.
1
JVDD1
1
1
1
+5V
+3.3V
+12V
COM Port Power Jumper: JCOMP2 (for option A),
JCOMP1, JCOMP3~6 (for option A, B, C, E)
These jumpers specify the operation voltage of the onboard serial ports.
1
1
1
JCOMP3~6
(for COM1~4)
+5V
+12V
1
1
1
JCOMP1
(for COM5)
JCOMP2
+5V
+12V
(for COM6)
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Slot
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express Slot
The CON1 is Mini PCI-E connector for wireless LAN, TV tuner, and Robson NAND
Flash.
Mini PCI-E Slot
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot
The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that
comply with PCI specifications.
32-bit PCI Slot
Important
When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the
power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion
card to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expan-
sion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.
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Chapter 3
BIOS Setup
This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup
program and allows you to configure the system for
optimum use.
You may need to run the Setup program when:
² An error message appears on the screen during the
system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.
² You want to change the default settings for cus-
tomized features.
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Entering Setup
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process.
When the message below appears on the screen, press <Del> key to enter Setup.
Press Del to enter SETUP
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup,
restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button. You may
also restart the system by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> keys.
Important
1. The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under
continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the descrip-
tion may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be held for
reference only.
2. Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is the BIOS
version. It is usually in the format:
A9830IMS V1.0 102708 where:
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD, and P =
PHOENIX.
2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number.
6th digit refers to the chipset as I = Intel, N = nVidia, A = ATi , K=AMD
and V = VIA.
7th - 8th digit refers to the customer as MS = all standard customers.
V1.0 refers to the BIOS version.
102708 refers to the date this BIOS was released.
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Control Keys
<↑>
Move to the previous item
Move to the next item
<↓>
<←>
<→>
<Enter>
<Esc>
Move to the item in the left hand
Move to the item in the right hand
Select the item
Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a
submenu
<+/PU>
<-/PD>
<F6>
Increase the numeric value or make changes
Decrease the numeric value or make changes
Load Optimized Defaults
<F7>
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
<F10>
Save all the CMOS changes and exit
Getting Help
After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu.
Main Menu
The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can use the
arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup
function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Sub-Menu
If you find a right pointer symbol (as shown in the right view)
appears to the left of certain fields that means a sub-menu
can be launched from this field. A sub-menu contains addi-
tional options for a field parameter. You can use arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to highlight the
field and press <Enter> to call up the sub-menu. Then you can use the control keys
to enter values and move from field to field within a sub-menu. If you want to return
to the main menu, just press the <Esc >.
General Help <F1>
The BIOS setup program provides a General Help screen. You can call up this screen
from any menu by simply pressing <F1>. The Help screen lists the appropriate keys
to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item. Press <Esc> to exit the
Help screen.
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The Menu Bar
Main
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Advanced
Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features.
Boot
Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices.
Security
Use this menu to set supervisor and user passwords.
Chipset
This menu controls the advanced features of the onboard Northbridge and Southbridge.
Power
Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.
Exit
This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into
the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.
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Main
BIOS Information, Processor, System Memory
These items show the firmware and hardware specifications of your system. Read
only.
System Time
The time format is <Hour> <Minute> <Second>.
System Date
The date format is <Day>, <Month> <Date> <Year>.
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Advanced
CPU Configuration
These items show the advanced specifications of your CPU. Read only.
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Max CPUID Value Limit
The Max CPUID Value Limit BIOS feature allows you to circumvent problems
with older operating systems that do not support the Intel Pentium 4 processor
with Hyper-Threading Technology. When enabled, the processor will limit the
maximum CPUID input value to 03h when queried, even if the processor sup-
ports a higher CPUID input value. When disabled, the processor will return the
actual maximum CPUID input value of the processor when queried.
Execute Disable Bit Capability
Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious
"buffer overflow" attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.
This functionality allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where
application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm
attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution,
preventing damage or worm propagation.
Hyper Threading Technology
The processor uses Hyper Threading technology to increase transaction rates
and reduces end-user response times. The technology treats the two cores
inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions
simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. If you
disable the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the
instructions. Please disable this item if your operating system doesn’t
support HT Function, or unreliability and instability may occur.
Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Tech
EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology) allows the system to dynamically
adjust processor voltage and core frequency, which can result in decreased
average power consumption and decreased average heat production.
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IDE Configuration
ATA/IDE Configuration
This setting specifies the operation mode of the onboard ATA/IDE controller.
Legacy IDE Channels
This setting specifies the IDE channels.
Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave
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[Type]
Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to select
[Manual], [None] or [Auto] type. Note that the
specifications of your drive must match with
the drive table. The hard disk will not work
properly if you enter improper information for
this category. If your hard disk drive type is
not matched or listed, you can use [Manual] to
define your own drive type manually.
Enabling LBA causes Logical Block Ad-
dressing to be used in place of Cylinders,
Heads and Sectors
[LBA/Large Mode]
[Block(Multi-Sector Transfer)] Any selection except Disabled determines
the number of sectors transferred per block
[PIO Mode]
Indicates the type of PIO (Programmed Input/
Output)
[DMA Mode]
[S.M.A.R.T.]
Indicates the type of Ultra DMA
This allows you to activate the S.M.A.R.T.
(Self-Monitoring Analysis & Reporting
Technology) capability for the hard disks. S.
M.A.R.T is a utility that monitors your disk sta
tus to predict hard disk failure. This gives you
an opportunity to move data from a hard disk
that is going to fail to a safe place before the
hard disk becomes offline.
[32 Bit Data Transfer]
Enables 32-bit communication between
CPU and IDE device
Hard Disk Write Protect
This option allows users to write protect boot sector on hard disk to protect
against viruses.
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec)
This setting allows you to set the time out value for the BIOS to delay the
initialization of IDE devices.
ATA(PI) 80Pin Cable Detection
This BIOS feature allows you to control whether both IDE controller and IDE
device should be allowed to detect the type of IDE cable used.
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Super IO Configuration
Option A
Option B
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Option C, E
Option D
Serial Port 1/2/3/4/5/6 Address, Serial Port 1/2/3/4 IRQ
Select an address and a corresponding interrupt for the serial port.
Serial Port5 Mode
This setting specifies the serial port5 mode.
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Parallel Port Address
Select an address for the parallel port.
Watch Dog
You can enable the system watch-dog timer, a hardware timer that generates
either an NMI or a reset when the software that it monitors does not respond as
expected each time the watch dog polls it.
Hardware Health Configuration
Chassis Intrusion
The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion
status and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened. To clear
the warning message, set the field to [Reset]. The setting of the field will
automatically return to [Enabled] later.
CPU Temperature, System Temperature, System Speed, VCORE,
5VSB, VCC5, 12V, VBAT
These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware de-
vices/components such as CPU voltage, temperatures and all fans’ speeds.
System Fan Pin Select
This setting specifies the pin numbers of the system fan power connector.
System Fan Mode Setting
This setting controls the Smart Fan feature. Smart Fan is an excellent feature
which will adjust the CPU/system fan speed automatically depending on the
current CPU temperature to prevent your CPU from overheating.
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Temperature Limit of Highest, Temperature Limit of Second
You can select a temperature tolerance value here for the specific range of
the Smart Fan function.
ACPI Settings
General ACPI Configuration
Suspend Mode
This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your oper-
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ating system supports ACPI, such as Windows 98SE, Windows ME and
Windows 2000, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1 (POS) or
S3 (STR) fashion through the setting of this field.
USB Device Wakeup From S3
The item allows the activity of the USB device to wake up the system from
S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state.
Advanced ACPI Configuration
ACPI Version Features
This setting allows you to select the ACPI version.
ACPI APIC Support
This BIOS feature is used to enable or disable the motherboard's APIC (Advanced
Programmable Interrupt Controller). The APIC provides multiprocessor support,
more IRQs and faster interrupt handling.
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USB Configuration
Legacy USB Support
Set to [Enabled] if your need to use any USB device in the operating system that
does not support or have any USB driver installed, such as DOS and SCO Unix.
Set to [Disabled] only if you want to use any USB device other than the USB
mouse.
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off
This setting allows you to enable or disable a workaround for operating sys-
tems without EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) hand-off support. The
Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI) specification describes the register-
level interface for a Host Controller for the Universal Serial Bus (USB) Revision
2.0.
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USB Mass Storage Device Configuration
USB Mass Storage Reset Delay
This setting controls the number of seconds the POST waits for the USB
mass storage device after the start unit command is sent.
Emulation Type
This setting enables you to set the type of device you want the USB mass
storage device to emulate.
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Boot
Boot Settings Configuration
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Quick Boot
Enabling this setting will cause the BIOS power-on self test routine to skip some
of its tests during bootup for faster system boot.
Quiet Boot
This BIOS feature determines if the BIOS should hide the normal POST mes-
sages with the motherboard or system manufacturer's full-screen logo.
When it is enabled, the BIOS will display the full-screen logo during the boot-up
sequence, hiding normal POST messages.
When it is disabled, the BIOS will display the normal POST messages, instead of
the full-screen logo.
Please note that enabling this BIOS feature often adds 2-3 seconds of delay to
the booting sequence. This delay ensures that the logo is displayed for a
sufficient amount of time. Therefore, it is recommended that you disable this
BIOS feature for a faster boot-up time.
Bootup Num-Lock
This setting is to set the Num Lock status when the system is powered on.
Setting to [On] will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on.
Setting to [Off] will allow users to use the arrow keys on the numeric keypad.
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error
When this setting is set to [Enabled] and the boot sequence encounters an
error, it asks you to press F1. If disabled, the system continues to boot without
waiting for you to press any keys.
Flash Write Protection
This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized
users or computer viruses.
Boot Device Priority, Removable Drives
The items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices/removable drives. First
press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Then you may use the arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to
select the desired device, then press <+>, <-> or <PageUp>, <PageDown> key to
move it up/down in the priority list.
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Security
Supervisor Password / Change Supervisor Password
Supervisor Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility. These settings allow
you to set or change the supervisor password.
User Password / Change User Password
User Password controls access to the system at boot. These settings allow you to
set or change the user password.
Boot Sector Virus Protection
This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized users or
computer viruses. When enabled, the BIOS’ data cannot be changed when attempt-
ing to update the BIOS with a Flash utility. To successfully update the BIOS, you’ll
need to disable this Flash BIOS Protection function.
You should enable this function at all times. The only time when you need to disable
it is when you want to update the BIOS. After updating the BIOS, you should immedi-
ately re-enable it to protect it against viruses.
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Chipset
North Bridge Configuration
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BIOS Setup
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD
Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence Detect)
EEPROM on the DRAM module. Setting to [Auto By SPD] enables DRAM timings
and the following related items to be determined by BIOS based on the configu-
rations on the SPD. Selecting [Manual] allows users to configure the DRAM
timings and the following related items manually.
Boot Graphics Adapter Priority
This item specifies which VGA card is your primary graphics adapter.
Internal Graphics Mode Select
The field specifies the size of system memory allocated for video memory.
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Video Function Configuration
Option A, D
Option B
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Option C, E
DVMT Mode Select
Intel's Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) allows the system to dy-
namically allocate memory resources according to the demands of the sys-
tem at any point in time. The key idea in DVMT is to improve the efficiency of
the memory allocated to either system or graphics processor.
It is recommended that you set this BIOS feature to DVMT Mode for maximum
performance. Setting it to DVMT Mode ensures that system memory is dy-
namically allocated for optimal balance between graphics and system
performance.
Boot Display Device
Use the field to select the type of device you want to use as the display(s)
of the system.
Flat Panel Type
Use the field to select the resolution of the flat panel display.
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South Bridge Configuration
USB Functions
This setting specifies the function of the onboard USB controller.
USB 2.0 Controller, Audio Controller, PRO-NIC Controller, SMBUS
Controller
These settings enable/disable the specified onboard controllers.
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Power
Restore on AC Power Loss
This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or
interrupt occurs. Available settings are:
[Power Off]
[Power On]
[Last State]
Leaves the computer in the power off state.
Leaves the computer in the power on state.
Restores the system to the previous status before power
failure or interrupt occurred.
Resume On LAN
This field specifies whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes
when activity or input signal of onboard LAN is detected.
Resume On PME#
When setting to [Enabled], this setting allows your system to be awakened from the
power saving modes through any event on PME (Power Management Event).
Resume On RTC Alarm
When [Enabled], your can set the date and time at which the RTC (real-time clock)
alarm awakens the system from Suspend mode.
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Exit
Save Changes and Exit
Save changes to CMOS and exit the Setup Utility.
Discard Changes and Exit
Abandon all changes and exit the Setup Utility.
Discard Changes
Abandon all changes and continue with the Setup Utility.
Load Optimal Defaults
Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifi-
cally for optimal performance of the mainboard.
Load Failsafe Defaults
Use this menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system
performance.
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System Resources
Chapter 4
System Resources
This chapter provides information on the following
system resources:
1. Watch Dog Timer Setting (p.4-2);
2. AMI POST Code (p.4-3);
3. Resource List (p.4-7).
4-1
MS-9830 Mainboard
Watch Dog Timer Setting
Software Code
SIO_IDX equ 4EH
SIO_DTAequ 4FH
Timer equ 10; reset after 10 seconds
1. Enter configuration mode
Mov
mov
out
dx, SIO_IDX
al, 87h
dx, al
out
dx, al
2. Set to LDN 07
Mov
mov
out
dx, SIO_IDX
al, 07h
dx, al
mov
mov
out
dx, SIO_DTA
al, 07h
dx, al
3. Set WatchDog Timer
Mov
mov
out
dx, SIO_IDX
al, 0f6h
dx, al
mov
mov
out
dx, SIO_DTA
al, Timer
dx, al
4. Exit configuration mode
Mov
mov
out
dx, SIO_IDX
al, 0AAh
dx, al
4-2
System Resources
AMI POST Code
Bootblock Recovery Code Checkpoints
The Bootblock recovery code gets control when the BIOS determines that a BIOS
recovery needs to occur because the user has forced the update or the BIOS
checksum is corrupt. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may
occur during the Bootblock recovery portion of the BIOS:
4-3
MS-9830 Mainboard
POST Code Checkpoints
The POST code checkpoints are the largest set of checkpoints during the BIOS pre-
boot process. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur
during the POST portion of the BIOS:
4-4
System Resources
4-5
MS-9830 Mainboard
4-6
System Resources
Resource List
ICH7M GPIO
Pin
GPIO
Type Multiplexed with
Power
Connect
AB18
C8
BM_BUSY#
REQ[5]#
GPIO0
GPIO1
GPIO2
I/O
I/O
VCC3
VCC5
VCC5
PM_BMBUSY#
PREQ#5
G8
PIRQE#
I/OD
VCC3
F7
F8
PIRQF#
PIRQG#
GPIO3
GPIO4
I/OD
I/OD
I/OD
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
VCC5
VCC5
VCC5
VCC3
VCC3
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
3VSB
VCC3
VCC3
G7
PIRQH#
GPIO5
VCC3
AC21
AC18
E21
E20
A20
B23
F19
E19
R4
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
SMBALERT#
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
DPRSLPVR
GNT5#
GPIO6
ATADET0
SIO_OVT#
3VSB
GPIO7
GPIO8
GPIO9
3VSB
GPIO10
GPIO11
GPIO12
GPIO13
GPIO14
GPIO15
GPIO16
GPIO17
GPIO18
GPIO19
GPIO20
GPIO21
GPIO22
GPIO23
GPIO24
GPIO25
GPIO26
GPIO27
GPIO28
GPIO29
3VSB
SMBALERT#
SPI_HOLD_GPO#
SIO_PME#
3VSB
E22
AC22
D8
3VSB
DPRSLPVR
PGNT#5
PM_STPPCI#
SATA1GP
PM_STPCPU#
SATA0GP
PREQ#4
NC
AC20
AH18
AF21
AF19
A13
AA51
B3
STPPCI#
SATA1GP
STPCPU#
SATA0GP
REQ4#
LDRQ1#
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
OC5#
BIOS_WP#
NC
D20
A21
B12
E23
C3
NC
DISABLE_LAN1
DISABLE_LAN2
3VSB
4-7
MS-9830 Mainboard
Pin
GPIO
Type Multiplexed with
Power
Connect
A2
B3
OC6#
GPIO30
GPIO31
GPIO32
GPIO33
GPIO34
GPIO35
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
3VSB
3VSB
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
3VSB
3VSB
OC7#
AG18
AC19
U2
CLKRUN#
CLKRUN#
PRES2
PRES3
PRES1
AZ_DOCK_EN#
AZ_DOCK_RST#
SATACLKREQ#
AD21
AH19
SATA2GP
GPIO36
I/O
VCC3
SATA2GP
AE19
AD20
AE20
A14
SATA3GP
Unmultiplexed
Unmultiplexed
GNT4#
SATA3GP
NC
GPIO37
GPIO38
GPIO39
GPIO48
GPIO49
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VCC3
VTT
WLAN_PWRON
PGNT#4
AG24
CPUPERGD
CPU_PWRGD
4-8
System Resources
SIO GPIO
Pin
49
GPIO
Type
Multi
VIDOUT0
Power
Default
Connection
NC
GPIO0
GPIO1
GPIO2
GPIO3
GPIO4
GPIO5
GPIO6
GPIO7
GPIO10
GPIO11
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VIDOUT0
VIDOUT1
VIDOUT2
VIDOUT3
VIDOUT4
VIDOUT5
SLOTOCC#
GPI
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
59
60
VIDOUT1
NC
VIDOUT2
NC
VIDOUT3
NC
VIDOUT4
NC
VIDOUT5 / SIC
SLOTOCC#
Turbo1#/ WDTRST#
SPI_SLK/FANIN4
NC
SKTOCC#
WDT#
EN232
#EN485
GPI
SPI_CS0#/ FANCTL4 VSB
GPI
SPI_MISO/
VSB
61
62
63
GPIO12
GPIO13
GPIO14
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
GPI
GPI
GPI
#EN422
BEEP
FANCTL1_1
SPI_MOSI/ BEEP
FWH_DIS/WDTRST#/
SPI_CS1#
LED_VSB/ ALERT#
LED_VCC/ Turbo2#
Unmultiplexed
PCIRST1#
PCIRST2#
PCIRST3#
RSTCON#
ATXPG_IN
PME#
VSB
VSB
AMP_EN
64
65
66
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
25
26
27
28
GPIO15
GPIO16
GPIO17
GPIO20
GPIO21
GPIO22
GPIO23
GPIO24
GPIO25
GPIO26
GPIO27
GPIO30
GPIO31
GPIO32
GPIO33
GPIO40
GPIO41
GPIO42
GPIO43
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
I/OOD
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VSB
VBAT
VCC
VCC
VCC
VSB
GPI
LED_VSB
LED_VCC
FAN_12V_SET#
PLTRST_BU#1
PLTRST_BU#2
PLTRST_BU#3
NC
GPI
GPI
PCIRST1#
PCIRST2#
PCIRST3#
GPIO
ATXPG_IN
PME#
ATX_PWR_OK
SIO_PME#
PSIN
PWSIN#
PWSIN#
PWSOUT#
S3#
PWSOUT#
S3#
PSOUT#
SLP_S3#
PSON#
PSON#
PWROK
RSMRST#
FANIN3
FAN_CTL3
IRTX
PS_ON#
PWROK
NC
RSMRST#
FANIN3
RSMRST#
AMP_GAIN0
SYS_FANOUT1
NC
FAN_CTL3
IRTX
IRRX
IRRX
AMP_GAIN1
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