AMI M920 Series Manual de usuario
Mainboard User’s Manual
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Copyright © 2002
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M920 Series, V1.3A
VT87 3/January 2002
Mainboard User’s Manual
Notice:
Owing to Microsoft’s certifying schedule is various to every
supplier, we might have some drivers not certified yet by
Microsoft. Therefore, it might happen under Windows XP that a
dialogue box (shown as below) pop out warning you this software
has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility
with Windows XP. Please rest assured that our RD department has
already tested and verified these drivers. Just click the “Continue
Anyway” button and go ahead the installation.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction...................................................................1
Key Features...........................................................................2
Package Contents....................................................................5
Static Electricity Precautions..................................................6
Pre-Installation Inspection......................................................6
Chapter 2: Mainboard Installation..................................................7
Mainboard Components..........................................................8
I/O Ports..................................................................................9
Installing the Processor.........................................................10
Installing Memory Modules..................................................11
Jumper Settings.....................................................................13
The Panel Connectors...........................................................15
Other Devices Installation.....................................................17
Expansion Slots Installation..................................................18
Connecting Optional Devices ..............................................19
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Utility......................................................23
Introduction..........................................................................23
Running the Setup Utility...........…………………………...24
Standard CMOS Setup Page.................................................25
Advanced Setup Page...........................................................26
Power Management Setup Page............................................29
PCI/Plug and Play Setup Page.............................................32
Load Optimal Settings..........................................................33
Load Best Performance Settings...........................................33
Features Setup Page..............................................................34
CPU PnP Setup Page............................................................36
Hardware Monitor Page........................................................37
Change Password..................................................................38
Exit.......................................................................................38
Chapter 4: Software & Applications.............................................39
Introduction..........................................................................39
Installing Support Software..................................................40
Bundled Software Installation...............................................42
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1: Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
This mainboard has a Socket 423 for the Intel Pentium 4 type
processors supporting front side bus (FSB) speeds up to 400 MHz.
This mainboard has the VIA VT87 3(P4X266) Northbridge and
T8233 Southbridge chipsets that support AC 97 audio codec,
and provide Ultra DMA 33/66/100 function. This mainboard has
four 32-bit PCI slots, one 4xAGP slot, one CNR (Communications
and Networking Riser) slot, and an onboard 10BaseT/100BaseTX
Network interface (optional). In addition, this mainboard has a full
set of I/O ports including two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard,
two serial ports, one parallel port, one MIDI/game port and six
USB ports (two backpanel ports, onboard USB headers providing
four extra ports).
By means of the Extended USB Module connected to the
mainboard, you can make four extra USB ports.
This mainboard is an ATX mainboard that uses a 4-layer printed
circuit board and measures 305 x 240mm.
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Key Features
This mainboard has these key features:
Socket 423 Processor
The PGA Socket 423
Accommodates Intel Pentium 4 CPUs
Supports a front-side bus (FSB) of 400 MHz
Chipset
There are T8753 Northbridge and T8233 Southbridge in this
chipset in accordance with an innovative and scalable architecture
with proven reliability and performance. A few of the chipset’s
advanced features are:
An advanced -Link memory controller architecture that
provides the bandwidth up to 266 MB/s and performance
necessary for even the most demanding Internet and 3D
graphics
Support for an 4xAGP interface providing vivid 3D
graphics and video performance
An ATA 100 interface on the chipset, which helps boost
system performance by providing a high-speed connection
to ATA 100 Hard Disk Drives, delivering maximum
sustained data transfer rates of 100 MB/sec
Additional key features include support for six USB ports, an AC
97 link for audio and modem, hardware monitoring, and
ACPI/OnNow power management.
Memor Support
The mainboard accommodates 2 DDR + 2 SDR 168 pin,
3.3 DIMM sockets with a total capacity of 1 GB system
memory.
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1: Introduction
VGA
This mainboard includes a 4xAGP slot that provides eight
times the bandwidth of the original AGP specification.
AGP technology provides a direct connection between the
graphics sub-system and memory so that the graphics do
not have to compete for processor time with other devices
on the PCI bus.
AC 97 Audio Codec
The AC 97 Audio codec is compliant with the AC 97 2.2
specification, and supports 18-bit ADC (Analog Digital
Converter) and DAC (Digital Analog Converter) resolution
as well as 18-bit stereo full-duplex codec with independent
and variable sampling rates. Further features include
support for four analog line-level stereo inputs.
Expansion Options
The mainboard comes with the following expansion options:
Four 32-bit PCI slots capable of Ultra DMA bus mastering
with transfer rates of 33/66/100 MB/sec
An 4xAGP slot
A CNR (Communications and Networking Riser) slot
Onboard I/O Ports
The mainboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
Two serial ports
One parallel port
One MIDI/game port
Six USB ports (two backpanel ports, onboard USB headers
providing four extra ports)
Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and line-out
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BIOS Firmware
This mainboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure
many system features including the following:
Power management
Wake-up alarms
CPU parameters and memory timing
CPU and memory timing
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different
processor clock speeds.
Built-in Ethernet LAN
Built-in 10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet LAN
T8233 integrates Fast Ethernet MAC and T6013 LAN
PHY in compliance with IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX,
10BASE-T and ANSI X3.263 TP-PMD standards
In compliance with ACPI 1.0 and the Network Device
Class Power Management 1.0
High Performance achieved by 100Mbps clock generator
and data recovery circuit for 100Mbps receiver
Bundled Software
PC-Cillin 2000 provides automatic virus protection under
Windows 95/98/NT/2000
MediaRing Talk provides PC to PC or PC to Phone
internet phone communication
3Deep delivers the precise imagery and displays accurate
color in your monitor
Recovery Genius 21st V .0 provides the function to
recover, reserve and transfer hard disk data.
CD Ghost is the software stimulating a real CD-ROM to
perform equivalent function.
Language Genius 21st is the software to provides learning
tools of language and singing.
PC DJ is a dual-MP3 player that enables users to actually
mix music right on their own personal computers.
Adobe Acrobat Reader V .0 is the software to help users
read .PDF files.
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1: Introduction
Dimensions
ATX form factor of 305 x 240mm
Package Contents
Attention : This mainboard serial has two models, M920LR(LAN
Ready) and M920(without LAN). Please contact your local
supplier for more information about your purchased model. Each
model will support different specification listed as below:
Model Specification
M920LR Onboard LAN PHY chip (U15),
USB + RJ-45 LAN connector
M920 USB connector only
Your mainboard package contains the following items:
The mainboard
The User’s Manual
One diskette drive ribbon cable
One IDE drive ribbon cable
Software support CD
Module Retention damp
Optional Accessories
You can purchase the following optional accessories for this
mainboard.
Extended USB module
CNR v.90 56K Fax/Modem card
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Static Electricity Precautions
Static electricity may damage components of this mainboard.
Please take the following precautions while unpacking the
mainboard and installing it in a system.
1. Keep the mainboard and other components in their original
static-proof packaging until you are ready to install them.
2. During installation, wear a grounded wrist strap if possible. If
you don’t have a wrist strap, you can discharge static
electricity by touching the bare metal of the system chassis.
3. Handle the mainboard carefully by the edges. Avoid touching
the components unless it is absolutely necessary. During
installation, put the mainboard on top of the static-protection
packaging that comes in with the component side facing up.
Pre-Installation Inspection
1. Inspect the mainboard whether there are any damages to the
components and connectors on the board.
2. If the mainboard seems damaged to you, please do not connect
power to the system. Contact your mainboard vendor and
show where the damages are.
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