TYAN TRINITY KT-A User manual
Tyan S2390B
Trinity KT-A
Motherboard User’s Manual
Revision 1.00
Copyright © Tyan Computer Corporation, 2001. All rights reserved. No part of this
manual may be reproduced or translated without prior written consent from Tyan
Computer Corp.
All registered and unregistered trademarks and company names contained in this
manual are property of their respective companies including, but not limited to the
following.
AwardBIOS is a trademark of Phoenix Software.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
IBM, PC, AT, PS/2 are trademarks of IBM Corporation.
Duron and Athlon are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices.
Trinity KT-A is a trademark of Tyan Computer Corporation.
Information contained in this publication has been carefully checked for accuracy and
reliability. In no event will Tyan Computer be held liable for any direct or indirect,
incidental or consequential damage, loss of use, loss of data, or other malady resulting
from errors or inaccuracies of information contained in this manual. The information
contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
TableofContents
1.Introduction............................................................................................... 4
Overview......................................................................................... 4
Icons................................................................................................ 5
HardwareSpecifications/Features.............................................. 6
SoftwareSpecifications................................................................ 8
TechnicalSupport......................................................................... 8
Returning MerchandiseforService............................................ 8
2.BoardInstallation.................................................................................. 10
Unpacking.................................................................................... 10
Installation................................................................................... 10
QuickReferenceforJumpers..................................................... 12
Mapof MotherboardJumpers.................................................. 13
SettingJumpers........................................................................... 15
ClearCMOSandReset PW........................................................ 15
SoftPowerConnector................................................................. 17
Mounting the Motherboard in the Chassis.............................18
InstallingMemory........................................................................18
Installingthe CPU and Cooling Fan.........................................21
ConnectingIDE and Floppy Drives.......................................... 21
InstallingAddon Cards............................................................ 24
Connecting PS/2,USB, SerialandParallel Devices................ 25
Connectingthe Power Supply................................................... 26
FrequentlyAsked Questions.................................................... 27
3.BIOSConfiguration.............................................................................. 28
MainSetup.................................................................................. 31
StandardCMOSFeatures.......................................................... 32
AdvancedBIOSFeatures.......................................................... 36
AdvancedChipset Features...................................................... 40
IntegratedPeripherals................................................................ 44
PowerManagementSetup......................................................... 48
PnP/PCIConfiguration............................................................. 53
PCHealthStatus......................................................................... 54
Frequency/Voltage.................................................................... 54
Supervisorand UserPassword................................................. 55
FlashUtility.................................................................................. 55
4.SystemResources.................................................................................... 56
BeepCodes..................................................................................... 56
TroubleshootingSystem Problems............................................. 57
DisplayedErrorMessages........................................................... 57
Appendix-Glossary...................................................................................... 60
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The Trinity KT-A is a quality, high performance motherboard designed for Socket A
AMDDuron™ and Athlon™ microprocessors. The Trinity KT-A utilizes the VIA
KT-133A chipset with AwardBIOS™, can support Duron CPU speeds of 600 MHz
through 800 MHz and Athlon CPU speeds of 750 MHz through 1+ GHz with 200/
266 MHz system bus interface speed. For CPU compatibility information and
updates, check the Tyan website for more details: http://www.tyan.com
The Trinity KT-A motherboard provides high performance capabilities that are ideal
for a wide range of demanding applications such as CAD, CAM, CAE, desktop
publishing, 3D modeling, animation, and video production.
This integrated high-performance system board in an ATX form factor offers more
features and expandability than other ATX boards in its class. Some of the features
included are onboard UltraDMA 33/66/100, and (optionally) onboard digital link sound
with VIA 686B sound chipset utilizing the AC’97 audio codec.
Flexibility and expandability have also been designed into the Trinity KT-A. With I/O
and drive controller support built onboard (along with the many onboard features
previously mentioned), the AGP 1x / 2x / 4x slot, six PCI slots, and ISA slot (shared
with a PCI) are free for more add-on expansion cards.
Remember to take a look at Tyan’s website located at http://www.tyan.com. There you
can find information on all of Tyan’s products along with FAQs, distributors list,
drivers, and BIOS setting explanations.
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Icons
In order to help you navigate this manual and set up your system, we have added
several icons to our format.
This icon alerts you to particularly important details regarding the setup or
maintenance of your system. This icon often appears next to information
that may keep you from damaging your board or system. While we will
often point out the most vital paragraphs in a chapter, you should always
read every word in the text. Failing to do so can lead to exasperation and
expense.
Wherever possible, we have included step-by-step instructions for setting
up your system, which are indicated by this icon. However, it is in your
best interest to read an entire section (and perhaps the entire manual) before
you begin to install your motherboard.
While we have alerted you to potential dangers in several places in the
manual with this icon, these warnings should not be regarded as the whole of
your safety regimen. Never forget that computers are electrical devices, and
are capable of delivering a shock. Prevent damage to yourself and to your
board: always ensure that your system is turned off and unplugged
whenever you are working with it, and that you are equipped with a static
safety device. If a static safety device is not available to you, remember to
touch any unpainted metal surface in your case before handling your board.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Hardware Specifications/Features
Processor Information •Single ZIF Socket A
•AMDAthlon™ 750 MHz to 1 GHz*
•AMDDuron™ 600 MHz to 750 MHz*
•200/266 MHz System Bus Interface Speed
•Auto-detect processor voltage
Expansion Slots •One 1x / 2x / 4x mode AGP v2.0 slot
•Six 32-bit PCI v2.1 compliant slots
•One 16-bit ISA slot (shared w/ a PCI slot***)
•Total seven usable slots
Chipset Information •VIA KT-133A™ chipset
(VT8363 and VT82C686B)
Hardware Monitoring •VIA 686B hardware monitoring chip
•3-pin fan monitoring headers
•Flexible temperature and voltage sensing
•3-pin Wake on LAN header
•3-pin Wake on Ring header
Memory •Three 168-pin 3.3V unbuffered DIMM sockets
•Supports up to 1.5GB
•ECC memory is NOT supported
•Supports PC100 / 133 SDRAM (unregistered,
non-ECC) and VCM SDRAM
IntegratedPCIIDE •Dual channel master mode
•Supports up to four Enhanced IDE devices
•Support for PIO Mode 4, UDMA 33/66/100 IDE
ATAPI compliant devices
Integrated I/O •One floppy connector for up to two drives
•Two 9-pin UART serial ports
•One 25-pin ECP / PPP parallel port
•PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports
•Four USB ports^ (two ports via cable; optional)**
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Integrated Audio •VIA 686B digital link audio
(Manufacturing Option) •AC’97 audio codec Rev 2.1
•One MIDI / Game port
•Line-in, MIC-in, and Line-out ports
•4-pin CD-ROM audio (ATAPI) header
•4-pin Video-in (ATAPI) header
BIOS •AwardBIOS™ 2 Mbit Flash RAM
•Supports APM 1.2 and ACPI 1.0
•Auto detection of memory size
•Auto configuration of IDE hard disk types
•User settings for hardware monitoring
•Mutliple boot options
•DMI 2.0 compliant
FormFactor •ATX 2.03 (12” x 8.2”)
•Four-layer board
•One 20-pin ATX power connector
•Stacked mouse and keyboard ports
•Stacked two serial ports and one parallel port
•Stacked two USB ports^
•Stacked audio and MIDI / Game ports (optional)
Regulatory •FCC Class B (Declaration of Conformity)
•European Community CE
(Declaration of Conformity)
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* Check the Tyan website for more CPU compatibility information: www.tyan.com
** Check p.16 for details about the frontside USB header
*** You can only install an ISA card if you did not install a card in the bottom PCI slot
^ Please be sure your chassis supports frontside USB ports before using this feature
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Software Specifications
OS •Operates with Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0
and Windows 2000
Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system, you should turn to your dealer for help first.
Your system has most likely been configured by them, and they should have the best
idea of what hardware and software your system contains. Hence, they should be of
the most assistance. Further, if you purchased your system from a dealer near you,
you can actually bring your system in to them to have it serviced, instead of attempt-
ing to do so yourself (which can have expensive consequences).
Help resources:
1. See FAQ and beep codes sections of this manual.
2. See Tyan website for FAQ, bulletins, driver updates, etc: http://www.tyan.com
3. Contact your dealer or distributor for help BEFORE calling Tyan.
4. Check the Tyan user group: alt.comp.periphs.mainboard.tyan
Returning Merchandise for Service
During the warranty period, contact your distributor or system vendor FIRST for any
product problems. This warranty only covers normal customer use and does not cover
damages incurred during shipping or failure due to the alteration, misuse, abuse, or
improper maintenance of products.
For Resellers Only:
A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before
any warranty service can be rendered. You can obtain service by calling the manufac-
turer for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number
should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton and the package
should be mailed prepaid to the manufacturer. Tyan will pay to have the board shipped
back to you.
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Chapter 2
Board Installation
chapter 2
Board Installation
Unpacking
The motherboard package should contain the following:
(1) Trinity KT-A mainboard
(1) 34-pin floppy cable pack
(1) 80-pin ATA-100 IDE cable* included
(1) Trinity KT-A User’s Manual
(1) Driver CD
Installation
You are now ready to install your motherboard. The mounting hole pattern of the
Trinity KT-A matches the ATX system board specifications. Your chassis should
support a standard ATX mainboard form factor.
How to install our products right... the first time.
What’s the first thing I should do?
The first thing you should do is read this user’s manual. It contains important
information which will make configuration and setup much easier.
* ATA-100 cables are identical to ATA-66 cables, therefore they are backward
compatible
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