MSI K7t266 Pro2u Manual
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1-5 Getting Started MSI Special Features Features: Ø MSI Logo links to the MSI Web site Ø CPU Speedallows users to adjust the CPU speed through CPU Multiplier and FSB Ø Voltage allows user to adjust the voltage of CPU/Memory/AGP Ø MSI Info provides information about the mainboard, BIOS and OS Ø CPU Infoprovides detailed information about the CPU Ø CPU Fan Speedshows the current running speed of CPU Fan Ø CPU Temp.shows the current CPU temperature Fuzzy Logic™ 4 The Fuzzy Logic™ 4 utility is a user friendly tool that allows users to view and adjust the current system status. To overclock the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) frequency under the Windows operating system, click FSB and use the right and left arrow keys to select the desired FSB, and then click Apply to apply the new setup value. To enable the system running at the specified FSB every time when you click Turbo, click Save to save the desired FSB first. If you want to know the maximal CPU overclocking value, click Auto to start testing. The CPU FSB will automatically increase the testing value until the PC reboots. After rebooting, click Turbo to apply the test result. Click Default to restore the default values. MSI Reminds You... To adjust the options under CPU Speed and Voltage, use the right and left arrow keys to select the desired value and then click Ap- ply to run the setup value.
1-6 MS-6593 ATX Mainboard Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is a tool used to detect and update your BIOS/drivers online so that you don’t need to search for the correct BIOS/driver version throughout the Web site. To use the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2” application. After installation, the “MSI Live Update 2” icon (as shown on the right) will appear on the screen. Double click the “MSI Live Update 2” icon, and the follow- ing screen will appear: Five buttons are placed on the leftmost pane of the screen. Click the desired button to start the update process. z zz z zLive BIOS – Updates the BIOS online. z zz z zLive Driver – Updates the drivers online. z zz z zLive VGA BIOS – Updates the VGA BIOS online. z zz z zLive VGA Driver – Updates the VGA driver online. z zz z zLive Utility – Updates the utilities online. If the product you purchased does not support any of the functions listed above, a “sorry” message is displayed. For more information on the update instructions, insert the companion CD and refer to the “Live Update Guide” under the “Manual” Tab.
1-7 Getting Started Live Monitor™ The Live Monitor™ is a tool used to schedule the search for the latest BIOS/drivers version on the MSI Web site. To use the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2” application. After installation, the “MSI Live Monitor” icon (as shown on the right) will appear on the screen. Double click this icon to run the application. Double click the “MSI Live Monitor” icon at the lower-right corner of the taskbar, and the following dialog box will appear. You can specify how often the system will automatically search for the BIOS/drivers version, or change the LAN settings right from the dialog box. You can right-click the MSI Live Monitor icon to perform the functions listed below: z zz z zAuto Search – Searches for the BIOS/drivers version you need immediately. z zz z zView Last Result – Allows you to view the last search result if there is any. z zz z zPreference – Configures the Search function, including the Search schedule. z zz z zExit – Exits the Live Monitor™ application. z zz z zFA Q – Provides a link to a database which contents various possible questions about MSIs products for users to inquire.
1-8 MS-6593 ATX Mainboard D-BracketTM2 Description System Power ON - The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or not installed properly. Early Chipset Initialization Memory Detection Test - Testing onboard memory size. The D-LED will hang if the memory module is damaged or not installed properly. Decompressing BIOS image to RAM for fast booting. Initializing Keyboard Controller. Testing VGA BIOS - This will start writing VGA sign-on message to the screen. 1 2 3 4 RedGreen D-Bracket™ 2 1 2 3 4 D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional) D-Bracket™ 2 is an external USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic LEDs, which use graphic signal display to help users understand their system. The LEDs provide up to 16 combinations of signals to debug the system. The 4 LEDs can debug all problems that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or other failures. This special feature is very useful for the overclocking users. These users can use the feature to detect if there are any problems or failures. D-Bracket™ 2 supports both USB 1.1 & 2.0 spec.
1-9 Getting Started D-BracketTM2 Description Processor Initialization - This will show information regarding the processor (like brand name, system bus, etc…) Testing RTC (Real Time Clock) Initializing Video Interface - This will start detecting CPU clock, checking type of video onboard. Then, detect and initialize the video adapter. BIOS Sign On - This will start showing information about logo, processor brand name, etc…. Testing Base and Extended Memory - Testing base memory from 240K to 640K and extended memory above 1MB using various patterns. Assign Resources to all ISA. Initializing Hard Drive Controller - This will initialize IDE drive and controller. Initializing Floppy Drive Controller - This will initializing Floppy Drive and controller. Boot Attempt - This will set low stack and boot via INT 19h. Operating System Booting 1 2 3 4
1-10 MS-6593 ATX Mainboard PC Alert™ 4 The PC AlertTM 4 is a utility you can find in the CD-ROM disk. The utility is just like your PC doctor that can detect the following PC hardware status during real time operation: Ø monitor CPU & system temperatures Ø monitor fan speeds Ø monitor system voltages If one of the items above is abnormal, the program main screen will be immediately shown on the screen, with the abnormal item highlighted in red. This will continue to be shown until the condition returns to the normal status. Users can use the Adjusting Keys to change the minimum and maximum threshold of each item for the system to send out a warning message. Click Temperature to select the temperature modes of either Fahrenheit ( ¢K) or Cel- sius ( ¢J). The PC Alert™ 4 icon on the Status Area will show the current CPU temperature. Temperature ModesAdjusting Keys COOLER XP
1-11 Getting Started To better protect the CPU from overheating, a new feature, COOLER XP, has been added to decrease the temperature of AMD Athlon™ XP CPU. To do so, simply click COOLER XP and the screen will show the Cute skin (as shown below) with information about the CPU and chipset. Right-click the mouse to select the skin you want to switch to. Cute MSI Reminds You... 1. The new feature COOLER XP will work only if your mainboard supports AMD Athlon XP CPU. 2. Items shown on PC Alert 4 vary depending on your system’s status. 3. Whenever the minimum or maximum threshold of each item has been changed, please close the PC Alert 4 program for the new settings to take effect.
2-1 Hardware Setup Chapter 2. Hardware Setup This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jump- ers on the mainboard. Also, it provides the instructions on con- necting the peripheral devices, such the mouse, keyboard, etc. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. Hardware Setup
2-2 MS-6593 ATX Mainboard Quick Components Guide JBAT1, p.2-14 JLED, p.2-13 DDR DIMMs, p.2-5 CPU, p.2-3 Back Panel I/O, p.2-7CFAN1, p.2-9 FDD1, p.2-8 SFAN1, p.2-9 SW3, p.2-14 IDE1 IDE2, p.2-8 JFP2, p.2-10 JFP1, p.2-10 JUSB3, p.2-12 JUSB2, p.2-12 JAUD1, p.2-11 J3, p.2-9 J10, p.2-9 JWR1, p.2-6 JPW1, p.2-6 AGP Slot, p.2-15 PCI Slots, p.2-15
2-3 Hardware Setup Central Processing Unit: CPU The mainboard supports AMD® Athlon™, Athlon™ XP and Duron™ processors in the 462 pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called Socket A for easy CPU installation. When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heat sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not find the heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer. 1.Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Then, raise the lever up to a 90-degree angle. 2.Look for the cut edge. The cut edge should point towards the lever pivot. The CPU will only fit in the correct orientation. 3. Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever to complete the installation. CPU Installation ProceduresOpen Lever Cut edge Sliding Plate Close Lever MSI Reminds You... Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, al- ways make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.