MSI MS-6526 User manual
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Version 2.0
G52-MA00604
MS-6526 (v2.X) Micro ATX Mainboard
MSI
MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL
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Manual Rev: 2.0
Release Date: April 2002
FCC-BRadioFrequencyInterferenceStatement
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 when the equip-
ment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon-
sible 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 LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU
RESEAU.
Micro-StarInternational MS-6526
Testedtocomply
withFCCStandard
ForHome orOfficeUse
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Edition
April 2002
Copyright Notice
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INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document,
but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products
are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes
without notice.
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V2.0 First release April 2002
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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
equipmentfrom overheating. DONOT COVERTHEOPENINGS.
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V
before 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. AlwaysUnplugthe Power Cordbefore inserting any add-oncard 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 electri-
cal shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:
zThe power cord or plug is damaged.
zLiquid has penetrated into the equipment.
zThe equipment has been exposed to moisture.
zThe equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according
to User’s Manual.
zThe equipment has dropped and damaged.
zIf the equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT
UNCONDITIONED,STORAGETEMPERATUREABOVE600C(1400F),IT
MAYDAMAGETHEEQUIPMENT.
Safety Instructions
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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CONTENTS
Chapter1.GettingStarted ........................................................................ 1-1
Mainboard Specification ......................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ...............................................................................1-5
Quick Components Guide ....................................................................1-6
MSI Special Features ...........................................................................1-7
PCAlert™ III .................................................................................1-7
Chapter2.HardwareSetup ....................................................................... 2-1
Central Processing Unit: CPU .............................................................. 2-2
CPU Installation Procedures ......................................................... 2-2
Installing the CPU Fan ..................................................................2-3
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure .........................................2-4
Memory................................................................................................2-5
Introduction to DDR SDRAM....................................................... 2-5
DDR Module Combination ............................................................ 2-6
Installing DDR Modules ............................................................... 2-6
Power Supply .......................................................................................2-7
ATX 20-Pin Power Supply .............................................................2-7
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW1 ................................................2-7
BackPanel ............................................................................................2-8
Mouse Connector ......................................................................... 2-8
Keyboard Connector .....................................................................2-9
USB Connectors ............................................................................2-9
Serial Port Connector: COM A .................................................... 2-10
VGA DB 15 Pin Connector .......................................................... 2-10
Joystick/Midi Connectors ........................................................... 2-11
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................... 2-11
RJ-45LAN Jack (Optional) .......................................................... 2-11
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1...................................................... 2-12
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Connectors......................................................................................... 2-13
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1........................................... 2-13
IrDA Infrared Module Header: IR2 .............................................. 2-13
Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ........................................... 2-14
CD-InConnector: CD_IN1 .......................................................... 2-15
Modem-In Connector: MDM_IN1 (Optional) ............................. 2-15
SPDIF Connector: JSPDIF1 (Optional) ....................................... 2-15
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/PWR_FAN/SYS_FAN ......... 2-16
TV-Out Connector: JTV1 (Optional) ............................................ 2-17
Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 ......................................... 2-18
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUDIO1 .................................... 2-19
Front USB Connectors: JUSB3/JUSB4 ........................................ 2-20
Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCASE .............................. 2-21
Jumpers .............................................................................................. 2-22
Clear CMOS Jumper:JBAT1 ........................................................ 2-22
BIOS Write-Protect Jumper: BIOS_WP ....................................... 2-23
Slots ................................................................................................... 2-24
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots.......................... 2-24
CNR(Communication NetworkRiser) ......................................... 2-24
PCI Interrupt Request Routing .................................................... 2-25
Chapter3. AWARD® BIOSSetup ............................................................. 3-1
Entering Setup......................................................................................3-2
Control Keys ................................................................................. 3-2
Getting Help .................................................................................. 3-3
The Main Menu ................................................................................... 3-4
Standard CMOS Features .................................................................... 3-6
Advanced BIOS Features .................................................................... 3-8
Advanced Chipset Features............................................................... 3-12
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................ 3-15
Power Management Setup ................................................................. 3-19
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PNP/PCI Configurations..................................................................... 3-23
PC Health Status ................................................................................ 3-25
Frequency/Voltage Control ................................................................ 3-26
LoadFail-Safe/OptimizedDefaults ..................................................... 3-28
Set Supervisor/User Password........................................................... 3-29
Glossary ....................................................................................................G-1
Getting Started
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Chapter 1. Getting Started 1
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the MS-6526 v2.X Micro ATX mainboard. The
MS-6526 is based on Intel®Brookdale-GL & ICH4 chipsets for optimal system
efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel®Pentium®4 processors in the
478 pin package, the MS-6526 delivers a high performance and professional
desktop platform solution.
TOPICS
Mainboard Specification 1-2
Mainboard Layout 1-5
Quick Components Guide 1-6
MSI Special Features 1-7
Chapter 1
1-2
CPU
Supports socket 478 for Intel®Pentium®4/Celeron®processors.
Supports 1.3GHz to 2.4GHz or higher speed.
Chipset
Intel®Brookdale-GLGMCH chipset(760mBGA)
-FSB400MHz.
- Multiplexed AGP and Intel®DVO port interface.
- Integrated 3D/2D graphic core.
(Core frequency=200 MHz, 350 MHz integrated 24-bit RAMDAC)
- Supports PC200/266 DDR technology.
Intel®ICH4chipset (421 mBGA)
- 6 ports Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) controller, 480Mb/sec.
- AC’97 3 Codec supported (6 channel).
- Supports both ACPI and legacy APM power management.
- Legacy free support.
MainMemory
Supports four memory banks using two 184-pin unbuffered DIMM.
Maximummemorysizeis 2GBw/oECC(1GB/slot).
Supports 2.5V DDR DIMM.
Slots
Three 32-bit Master PCI Bus slots.
One CNR (Communication Network Riser) slot.
On-BoardIDE
Dual IDE controllers integrated in ICH4.
Supports PIO, Bus Master, Ultra DMA 66/100 operation modes.
Can connect up to four IDE devices.
On-BoardPeripherals
External
- PS2 KBD + PS2 Mouse
-USB x 2 +RJ-45(LAN port)
-Parallel +Serial x 2
- Game port + Audio (Mic_in, Line_in, Line_out)
Mainboard Specification
Getting Started
1-3
Internal
- Front Panel (2 x 5 + 2 x 4) with Intel®& MSI pin-definition
- Front Audio (2 x5) with Intel®pin-definition
- Front IR with Intel®& MSI pin-definition
- Chassis Intrusion, Onboard buzzer
- IDE x 2, Floppy, ATX power connector
- TV-out pinheader (Optional)
Audio
AC’97 link controller integrated in ICH4
Two-channel software codec ALC 201A
- Compliance with AC’97 v2.2 spec.
- Meets PC 2001 audio performance requirement.
RealTekLAN(Optional)
PCI local single-chip Fast Ethernet Controller, RealTek RTL 8101L
- Integrated Fast Ethernet MAC and PHY in one chip.
- Supports 10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s auto-negotiation operation.
- Compliance with PCI v2.2.
- Compiance with PC99 standard.
- Supports ACPI Power Management.
Intel® LAN(Optional)
Intel® 82562ET chip
- Integrated Fast Ethernet MAC and PHY in one chip.
- Supports 10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s.
- Compliance with PCI v2.2.
- Supports ACPI Power Management.
OnboardTV-Out (Optional)
CHRONTEL CH7009chip
- Supports 1024 x 768 resolution.
Modem (Optional)
- Reserves 2 x 6 pin-out.
- Uses proprietary PCI modem card with PCTEL solution.
- Works with LAN chip (RealTek RTL 8101L).
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