E7501 Master Series MS-9125 (v1.X) SSI Mainboard Version 1.
Manual Rev: 1.0 Release Date: March 2003 FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. Do not cover the openings. 6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet. 7.
CONTENTS FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement .......................................... iii Copyright Notice .......................................................................................... iii Revision History ........................................................................................... iii Technical Support ......................................................................................... iii Safety Instructions ......................................................
USB Ports .................................................................................... 2-12 Connectors ......................................................................................... 2-13 Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD ............................................ 2-13 ATA100 Connector: PRI IDE ....................................................... 2-14 ATA133 RAID Connectors: RAID IDE1, RAID IDE2 .................. 2-14 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/2, SYSFAN1/2/3 ...................
Getting Help .................................................................................. 3-3 The Main Menu ................................................................................... 3-4 Standard CMOS Features .................................................................... 3-6 IPMI V1.5 BIOS Features ..................................................................... 3-8 Advanced BIOS Features ..................................................................
Getting Started Chapter 1. Getting Started Getting Started Thank you for purchasing the E7501 Master LRS2 (MS9125 v1.X) SSI (Server System Infrastructure) mainboard. The E7501 Master LRS2 is a superior computer mainboard based on Intel® E7500/E7501 & ICH3-S chipsets for optimal system efficiency.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Mainboard Specifications Target Segment h Target in the entry-level and mid-range, front-end and general purpose server market segments. CPU h The second-generation of microprocessors using the Intel® NetBurst™ microarchitecture. h Supports Single/Dual Intel® Xeon™ with 512KB L2 cache processors. Feature Xeon™ (Prestonia) L2 Cache L3 Cache Data Bus Transfer Rate Multi-Processor Support 512 KB None 3.2 GB/s or 4.
Getting Started Memory Bus Feature h Supports dual channel (144-bit wide) DDR200/266 memory interface. Each channel supports 3 DIMM slots. h Supports six 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets up to 12GB. h Supports ECC (x72) DDR200/266 DIMMs using 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, or 512MB DRAMs. I/O Feature h 266 MB/s point-to-point connection for ICH3-Switch parity protection. h 8-bit wide, 66 MHz base clock, 4X data transfer. h 1 GB/s point-to-point connection for I/O bridges with ECC protection.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Network h Intel® 82546EB Gigabit Ethernet Controller - Provides 1000, 100, and 10Mb/s data rates, 64-bit/100MHz PCI-X bus. - Dual ports. Power Management Features h Wake up on LAN (WOL), USB, PCI, Mouse. h RTC alarm. h Supports ACPI S1, S4, and S5 functions. System Management h SMBus (I2C). h Temperature, voltage and fan monitors. h Thermal protection. h Chassis Intrusion.
Getting Started Dimension h SSI EEB 3.0 Form Factor: 12” x 13” (W x H). Mounting h 18 mounting holes in total, including CPU fan mounting holes. MSI Reminds You...
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Table 1.
Getting Started Mainboard Layout USB Port CPUFAN2 PCIX1 SYSFAN3 J27 VGA Port Intel REG750MC Adaptec AIC-7902W SCSI 3 CPU2 CPUFAN1 SCSI 2 RJ-45 LAN Jacks DIMM 1 DIMM 2 Mouse/Keyboard DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 5 LAN Intel 82546EB CPU1 DIMM 6 SYSFAN1 PCIX3 USB Port SYSFAN2 FAN ATI RAGE XL Winbond Promise W83627HF-AWPDC20271 J33 Intel 82801CA JSSI J35 J30 BIOS JBAT1 J37 POWERJ1 D81 J23 J15 J1 (optio nal) PCI1 (optio nal) RAID IDE2 BATT + RAID IDE1 POWERJ2 J28 J34 J9 J36 J38 USB2
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard MSI Special Features PC Alert™ III The PC AlertTM III 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 speed(s) Ø monitor system voltage Ø monitor chassis intrusion 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.
Hardware Setup Chapter 2. Hardware Setup 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.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Quick Components Guide J27, p.2-25 SYSFAN3, p.2-15 PCIX1, p.2-27 CPU2, p.2-3 CPUFAN2, p.2-15 Back Panel I/O, p.2-9 CPUFAN1, p.2-15 SCSI2, p.2-17 DIMM1~6, p.2-5 CPU1, p.2-3 SYSFAN1, p.2-15 P C I X 3, p.2-27 POWERJ2, p.2-8 J28, p.2-25 SYSFAN2, p.2-15 D81, p.2-21 J23, p.2-21 FAN, p.2-22 POWERJ1, p.2-7 RAID IDE 1/2, p.2-14 J15, P.2-26 J1, P.2-18 J30, P.2-20 J34, P.2-23 J9, P.2-8 2-2 USB2, p.2-19 COM2, p.2-19 FDD, p.2-13 PRI IDE, p.2-14 J38, p.2-20 JLCD1, p.2-18 JSSI, p.
Hardware Setup Central Processing Unit: CPU The mainboard supports Single/Dual Intel® Xeon™ processor(s). The mainboard uses two CPU sockets called Socket 604 for easy CPU installation. You can install SINGLE or DUAL CPUs on the board to meet your own needs. Keep the following points in mind before installing CPU(s): 1. If SINGLE CPU is intended, always install the CPU on the CPU1 socket. Recommended inlet air direction CPU1 2.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 604 1. Please turn off the power and unplug the power cord before installing the CPU. 2. Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Make sure to raise the lever up to a 90degree angle. Open Lever Sliding Plate Dot / Cut Edge 3. Look for the cut edge. The cut edge should point towards the lever pivot. The CPU can only fit in the correct orientation. Correct CPU Placement 4.
Hardware Setup Memory The mainboard provides 6 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM (Double In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports up to 12GB memory size. You can install PC2100/DDR266 or PC1600/DDR200 modules on the DDR DIMM slots (DIMM 1~6). DDR DIMM Slots (DIMM1/2/3/4/5/6) Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix DDR200 400MHz FSB Yes 533MHz FSB No DDR266 Yes Yes DIMM Module Combination The mainboard supports dual channel (144-bit wide) DDR266/200 memory interface. Each channel supports 3 DIMM slots.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Memory modules can be installed in any combination as follows: Slot M em ory M od ule Population R u les D IM M 1 Install Install (1) Install (1) D IM M 2 Install Install (1) Install (1) D IM M 3 Install D IM M 4 Install Install (2) Install (2) Install (1) Install (1) Install (1) Install (2) Install (1) Install (2) D IM M 5 Install Install (2) Install (2) Install (3) D IM M 6 Install Install (2) Install (2) Install (3) MSI Reminds You...
Hardware Setup Power Supply The mainboard supports SSI power supply for the power system. Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all components are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. SSI 24-Pin Power Connector: POWERJ1 This connector allows you to connect an SSI power supply. To connect the SSI power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard SSI 8-Pin Power Connector: POWERJ2 This connector is an optional power connector to provide 12V power output. SSI 5-Pin Power Connector: J9 This connector provides power supply to the System Management Bus (SMB). 4 1 8 5 POWERJ2 5 1 J9 J9 Pin Definition 2-8 PIN SIGNAL 1 2 3 4 5 SMB clock SMB data PS alert GND 3.
Hardware Setup Back Panel The back panel provides the following connectors: LAN RJ-45/COM1 (with serial port converter) USB VGA Mouse/ Keyboard (with Y-type PS/2 converter) SCSI LAN USB Serial Port Connector: RJ-45/COM1 A serial port converter is provided in the mainboard package to convert the onboard RJ-45/COM1 port from the RJ-45 LAN jack into standard 9-pin serial port COM1. The serial port is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Mouse/Keyboard Connector The mainboard provides a standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard mini DIN connector for attaching a PS/2® mouse/keyboard. You can plug a PS/2® mouse/ keyboard directly into this connector or use the provided Y-type PS/2 converter to simultaneously connect to a mouse & a keyboard.
Hardware Setup RJ-45 LAN Jack: Giga-bit LAN The mainboard provides one standard RJ-45 jack for connection to Local Area Network (LAN). Giga-bit LAN enables data to be transferred at 1000, 100 or 10Mbps. Pin assignments vary depending on the transfer rates: 10/100Mbps or 1000Mbps. Note that Pin 1/2, 3/6, 4/5, 7/8 must work in pairs.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Ultra320 SCSI Connector: SCSI 3 (Channel A) SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a parallel interface standard for attaching peripheral devices to computers. Ultra320 SCSI is the seventh generation of SCSI I/O technology, and has a maximum data rate speed of 320 MB/sec.
Hardware Setup Connectors The mainboard provides connectors to connect FDD, IDE HDD, front panel of the system case, audio ports, USB Ports, and CPU/System FANs. Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard ATA100 Connector: PRI IDE The mainboard offers one Ultra ATA/100 hard drive connector. ATA133 RAID Connectors: RAID IDE1, RAID IDE2 The mainboard supports high-end Ultra ATA/133 RAID (0, 1, or 0+1) hard drive interface specifications as well. The Ultra ATA/133 interface boosts data transfer rates between the computer and the hard drive up to 133 megabytes (MB) per second.
Hardware Setup Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/2, SYSFAN1/2/3 The CPUFAN1/2 (processor fan) and SYSFAN1/2/3 (system fan) support system cooling fan with +12V. It supports three-pin head connector. When connecting the wire to the connectors, always take 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.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Front Panel Connector: JSSI The mainboard provides one front panel connector for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs.
Hardware Setup Ultra320 SCSI Connector: SCSI 2 (Channel B) SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a parallel interface standard for attaching peripheral devices to computers. Ultra320 SCSI is the seventh generation of SCSI I/O technology, and has a maximum data rate speed of 320 MB/sec.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard LCD Panel Connector: JLCD1 The connector is additionally provided for connection to a LCD panel, which shows information on the panel for you to identify the current status or mode of the connected system. JLCD1 5 6 1 2 PIN SIGNAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 TX RX NC GND1 GND0 VCC SCSI LED Connector: J1 (optional) The connector is used to connect to a LED for showing the activity of SCSI devices attached to either SCSI 2 or SCSI 3 connector.
Hardware Setup Front USB Connector: USB2 The mainboard provides one front Universal Serial Bus connector for users to connect to USB ports. Pin Definition Pin Description Pin Description 1 USBPWR 2 USBPWR 3 USBP2- 4 USBP3- 5 USBP2+ 6 USBP3+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 NC 10 GND 9 10 1 2 USB2 Serial Port Connector: COM 2 The mainboard offers one 9-pin header as serial port COM 2. The port is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard System ID LED Connector: J30 The connector is used to connect the System ID LED on the front panel. Please note that this connector is specifically designed for MSI MS-9206 & MS-9214 rackmount servers only. System ID Button Connector: J38 The connector is used to connect the System ID Button on the front panel to facilitate system management. Please note that this connector is specifically designed for MSI MS-9206 & MS-9214 rackmount servers only.
Hardware Setup System ID Button: J23 System ID LED: D81 A better understanding of any on-going service sharing action will help to enhance system management. When the J23 button is pressed and the D81 LED lights up, the server manager will immediately know that the remote subsystems are currently sharing certain services to his system. By pressing the J23 button again, the D81 LED will go out. Please note that this function is specifically designed for MSI MS-9206 & MS-9214 rackmount servers only.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Five-Fan Module Power Connector: FAN A module consisting of five 40mm, multi-speed fans provides the primary airflow for the system. A 12-wire cable/connector provides the fan module with power and tach lines, allowing each fan to be monitored independently by server management software. The power cable is connected to a 12pin header located on the mainboard. The fan module is a single component.
Hardware Setup 6-pin I2C Bus Connector: J34 The mainboard provides one I2C (also known as I2C) Bus connector for users to connect to System Management Bus (SMBus) interface.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Jumpers The motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set the computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through the use of jumpers. Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM on board that has a power supply from external battery to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on.
Hardware Setup PCIX Channel A Frequency Jumper: J27 The jumper is used to set the channel A of 64-bit PCI bus (PCIX) to run at PCI 66 Mode or PCI-X Mode. Channel A includes SCSI interface and 64bit PCIX1 slot. J27 PCI 66 Mode PCI-X Mode PCIX Channel B Frequency Jumper: J28 The jumper is used to set the channel B of 64-bit PCI bus (PCIX) to run at PCI 66 Mode or PCI-X Mode. Channel B includes Giga-bit LAN and 64-bit PCIX3 slot.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard VGA Disable/Enable Jumper: J15 This jumper is used to enable or disable the onboard VGA.
Hardware Setup Slots The motherboard provides two 64-bit Master PCI-X bus slots and one Mini PCI slot. 64-bit PCI-X Slot (ZCR) 64-bit PCI-X Slot Mini PCI Slot PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots The PCI slots allow you to insert the expansion cards to meet your needs. When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Mini PCI bus This bus is used to connect the optional MS-9518 SCSI card. MS-9518 SCSI card Installing the card: Mini PCI slot 1. Locate the Mini PCI slot on the mainboard. 2. Place the card over the Mini PCI slot and gently insert both ends of the card slantways (at an angle of 45 degrees) into the slot until the golden finger of the card gets fully inserted into the slot. MSI Reminds You... You can barely see the golden finger if the card is properly inserted in the socket.
Hardware Setup 3. Locate the supporters on the mainboard (one on the right end and the other on the left end). supporters 4. Align the two fixing holes on the card with the supporters and press the card carefully down until the fixing holes get locked by the supporters. Supporters lock into the fixing holes of the card. 5. Push the retaining clips (on two ends of the slot) inwards until they lock onto the notches in the ends of the card. The card should securely fit into the slot.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Removing the card: 1. Gently push the retaining clips outwards. Hold the card lightly but firmly. Use long nose pliers to clip one of the supporters and press it downwards until it withdraws from the fixing hole. 2. Clip the other supporter and press it downwards until it withdraws from the fixing hole. 3. The card will automatically bound upwards after being released from the supporters. 4. Remove the card from the Mini PCI slot.
Hardware Setup PCI Interrupt Request Routing The IRQ, acronym of interrupt request line and pronounced I-R-Q, are hardware lines over which devices can send interrupt signals to the microprocessor.
BIOS Setup Chapter 3. BIOS Setup 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: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard 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 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 , , and keys.
BIOS Setup 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 submenu can be launched from this field.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard The Main Menu Once you enter Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. The Main Menu displays thirteen configurable functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to enter the sub-menu. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. IPMI V1.
BIOS Setup Power Management Setup Use this menu to specify your settings for power management. PNP/PCI Configurations This entry appears if your system supports PnP/PCI. PC Health Status (for mainboards without mBMC chip) This entry shows your PC health status. Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS default values for minimal but stable system performance.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Standard CMOS Features The items inside Standard CMOS Features menu are divided into 10 categories. Each category includes none, one or more setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item you want to modify and use the or keys to switch to the value you prefer. Date (mm:dd:yy) This allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current date). The format is . day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS.
BIOS Setup your hard disk drive type is not matched or listed, you can use Manual to define your own drive type manually. If you select Manual, related information is asked to be entered to the following items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This information should be provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system manufacturer. If the controller of HDD interface is SCSI, the selection shall be “None”.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard IPMI V1.5 BIOS Features This setup screen appears only when the mBMC chip (for Server Management) is integrated on the mainboard. PEF Configuration Status This option shows the current Platform Event Filter (PEF) configuration status. (Read only) Setting PEF Configuration This setting is used to set the Platform Event Filter (PEF) configuration. When [Enabled] is selected, the server will send the event signal to the BMC. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled.
BIOS Setup able on expiration of the Watchdog Timer: No Action, Hard Reset, Power Down, Power Cycle. WatchDog Timer Counter This feature allows users to set the time interval to reboot the computer if a timeout event occurs. Setting options: 10 Sec, 20 Sec, 30 Sec, 40 Sec.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Advanced BIOS Features Fan Speed Control This setting is used to enable/disable the fan speed control function. Smart Fan Control This setting controls the Fan PWM Duty Cycle. When setting to MSI Def., the duty cycle will be controlled by BIOS. When setting to Auto, the duty cycle will be controlled by fans. Hard Disk Boot Priority This setting determines the boot priority of the installed hard disks.
BIOS Setup area is made, BIOS will display a warning message on screen and beep. Setting options: Disabled, Enabled. CPU L1 & L2 Cache Cache memory is additional memory that is much faster than conventional DRAM (system memory). When the CPU requests data, the system transfers the requested data from the main DRAM into cache memory, for even faster access by the CPU. The settings enable/disable the internal cache (also known as L1 or level 1 cache) and external cache (also known as L2 or level 2 cache).
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Quick Power On Self Test The option speeds up Power On Self Test (POST) after you power on the computer. When setting the item to Enabled, BIOS will shorten or skip some check items during POST. Settings: Enabled, Disabled. O/B SCSI & Slot Boot Order This setting determines the boot order of onboard SCSI & slots. Setting options: [SCSI, Slot], [Slot, SCSI].
BIOS Setup Floppy Disk Access Control This enables or disables the write protection for floppy drive. Settings: R/W, Read Only. Boot Up NumLock Status 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. Setting options: On, Off. Gate A20 Option This item is to set the Gate A20 status. A20 refers to the first 64KB of extended memory.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard MPS Version Control For OS This field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification) version to be used for the operating system. You need to select the MPS version supported by your operating system. To find out which version to use, consult the vendor of your operating system. Settings: 1.4, 1.1. OS Select For DRAM > 64MB This allows you to run the OS/2® operating system with DRAM larger than 64MB.
BIOS Setup IRQ6 when the system contains no floppy drive. When this setting is set to Yes, users have to select Disabled for the Onboard FDC Controller in the Integrated Peripherals menu. Setting options: Yes, No. Small Logo(EPA) Show This setting enables you to show the EPA logo (brand specific graphics) on the bootup screen. Setting options: Disabled Shows the normal POST screen at boot. Enabled Shows a still image (EPA logo) on the screen at boot.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Advanced Chipset Features MSI Reminds You... Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. DRAM Timing Control Press to enter the following sub-menu screen. DRAM Timing Configure Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) EEPROM on the DRAM module.
BIOS Setup figurations on the SPD. Selecting Manual allows users to configure these fields manually. --CAS Latency Time This controls the timing delay (in clock cycles) before SDRAM starts a read command after receiving it. Settings: 1.5, 2, 2.5 (clocks). 1.5 (clocks) increases the system performance the most while 2.5 (clocks) provides the most stable performance. --Active to Precharge Delay The field specifies the idle cycles before precharging an idle bank. Settings: 7, 6, 5 (clocks).
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard writes to this memory area, a system error may result. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled. Memory Hole At 15M-16M In order to improve performance, certain space in memory can be reserved for ISA peripherals. This memory must be mapped into the memory space below 16MB. When this area is reserved, it cannot be cached. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.
BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals OnChip IDE Device Press to enter the following sub-menu screen. IDE HDD Block Mode This allows your hard disk controller to use the fast block mode to transfer data to and from the hard disk drive. Block mode is also called block transfer, multiple commands or multiple sector read/write. Enabled enables IDE controller to use block mode; Disabled allows the controller to use standard mode.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard On-Chip Primary PCI IDE The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE interface with support for two IDE channels. Choose Enabled to activate each channel separately. IDE Primary Master/Slave PIO The four items allow you to set a PIO (Programmed Input/Output) mode for each of the four IDE devices that the onboard IDE interface supports. Modes 0~4 provide increased performance. In Auto mode, BIOS automatically determines the best mode for each IDE device.
BIOS Setup Onboard LAN The field determines whether the onboard Giga-bit LAN controller is activated. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled. Onboard SCSI The field determines whether the onboard SCSI controller is activated. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled. Onboard RAID Device This setting controls the onboard RAID device. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled. Onboard LAN/LAN2 Boot ROM This setting enables/disables the initialization of the onboard LAN/LAN2 Boot ROM during bootup.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard the field for the PS/2 keyboard to power on the system. Please note that this function will only work under S3 mode. Hot Key Power ON If POWER ON Function is set to Hot KEY, you can assign a hot key combination in the field for the PS/2 keyboard to power on the system. Settings: Ctrl-F1 through Ctrl-F12. Please note that this function will only work under S3 mode. Onboard FDC Controller The item is used to enable or disable the onboard Floppy controller.
BIOS Setup Power Management Setup MSI Reminds You... S3-related functions described in this section are available only when your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode. ACPI Function This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) function. If your operating system is ACPI-aware, such as Windows 98SE/2000/ME, select Enabled. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Blank Screen DPMS the vertical and horizontal synchronization ports and write blanks to the video buffer. This option only writes blanks to the video buffer. Initial display power management signaling. Video Off In Suspend This setting determines whether the monitor will be turned off during suspend mode. Setting options: Yes, No. Modem Use IRQ Name the interrupt request (IRQ) line assigned to the modem (if any) on your system. Activity of the selected IRQ always awakens the system.
BIOS Setup modes when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or component is detected. Resume By Alarm The field is used to enable or disable the feature of booting up the system on a scheduled time/date. Date (of Month) Alarm The field specifies the date for Resume by Alarm. Settings: 0~31. Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm The field specifies the time for Resume by Alarm. Format is . MSI Reminds You...
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard PNP/PCI Configurations This section describes configuring the PCI bus system and PnP (Plug & Play) feature. PCI, or Peripheral Component Interconnect, is a system which allows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses when communicating with its special components. This section covers some very technical items and it is strongly recommended that only experienced users should make any changes to the default settings.
BIOS Setup IRQ Resources The items are adjustable only when Resources Controlled By is set to Manual. Press and you will enter the sub-menu of the items. IRQ Resources list IRQ 3/4/5/7/9/10/11/12/14/15 for users to set each IRQ a type depending on the type of device using the IRQ. Settings are: PCI Device For Plug & Play compatible devices designed for PCI bus architecture. Reserved The IRQ will be reserved for further request.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard PC Health Status This setup screen shows the status of your CPU, fan, overall system status,.. etc. Monitor function is available only if there is hardware monitoring mechanism onboard. Chassis Intrusion Detect 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.
BIOS Setup Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control. CPU Clock Ratio This setting controls the multiplier that is used to determine the internal clock speed of the processor for overclocking purposes. Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk This item is used to auto detect the DIMM/PCI slots. When set to Enabled, the system will remove (turn off) clocks from empty DIMM/PCI slots to minimize the electromagnetic interference (EMI). Setting options: Enabled, Disabled.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to the default Fail-Safe or Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. The Fail-Safe Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance.
BIOS Setup Set Supervisor/User Password When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: Type the password, up to six characters in length, and press . The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password. Retype the password and press . You may also press to abort the selection and not enter a password.
SCSI BIOS Setup Chapter 4. SCSI BIOS Setup (optional) SCSI BIOS Setup (Optional) This chapter provides information on the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) BIOS setup utility and allows you to configure the SCSI subsystem for optimum use. You may need to run the SCSI BIOS setup utility when: You want to change the default SCSI controller settings for customized features. You intend to manage any of the attached SCSI devices.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Entering SCSI BIOS Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press + keys simultaneously to enter SCSI BIOS utility. YYY Press for SCSISelect(TM) Utility ZZZ Control Keys Use the following keys to navigate the SCSI BIOS menu items.
SCSI BIOS Setup AIC-7902 A at slot 0A, 03:07:00 Would you like to configure the SCSI controller, or run the SCSI Disk Utilities? Select the option and press . Options Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings SCSI Disk Utilities Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings Use this option for SCSI controller configurations. SCSI Disk Utilities Use this option to manage the attached SCSI device.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings There are 8 items in the “Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings” screen. These items display or allow you to change the SCSI controller’s settings. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then press to select the value you want in each item or enter each item’s sub-menu screen. AIC-7902 A at slot 0D, 03:07:00 Options SCSI Bus Interface Definitions SCSI Controller ID ................................... 7 SCSI Controller Parity ....
SCSI BIOS Setup SCSI Controller Termination In order to have the SCSI bus function properly and reliably, termination at the ends of the SCSI bus is necessary. Proper termination can ensure signal on the SCSI bus will not reflect and cause data loss or errors. Settings options: Enabled, Disabled. Additional Options Boot Device Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu screen. Boot Device Configuration Single Image Master SCSI Controller .....................
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard SCSI Device Configuration SCSI Device ID #0 Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec) ........ 320 Packetized......................................... Yes QAS................................................... Yes Initiate Wide Negotiation .............. Yes Enable Disconnection ..................... Yes Send Start Unit Command ............. Yes BIOS Multiple LUN Support ......... No Include in BIOS Scan ...................... Yes SCSI Device ID #8 Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec) ........
SCSI BIOS Setup SCSI device to disconnect during an I/O transfer operation. The disconnection ability frees the SCSI bus to allow other I/O processes and thus optimizes the SCSI bus performance. Setting options: Yes, No. Send Start Unit Command When set to Yes, the SCSI controller sends the Start Unit command to the specified SCSI device during bootup. The interface powers up the SCSI device on-at-a-time during bootup, reducing the load on the computer’s power supply. Setting options: Yes, No.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Display Message During BIOS Initialization When enabled, the message “Press for SCSISelect(TM) Utility” appears on the screen during bootup. If disabled, the message does not show up, but you can still press + key combination to enter the SCSI BIOS utility. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled.
SCSI BIOS Setup device, make sure no bootable CD-ROM is inserted or disable this option. BIOS Information Interrupt (IRQ) Channel Displays the IRQ line assigned to the SCSI channel. I/O Port Address Displays the I/O port address assigned to the SCSI channel.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Disk Utilities AIC-7902 A at slot 0A, 03:07:00 Select SCSI Disk and press SCSI ID#0: SCSI ID#1: SCSI ID#2: SCSI ID#3: SCSI ID#4: SCSI ID#5: SCSI ID#6: SCSI ID#7: SCSI ID#8: SCSI ID#9: SCSI ID#10: SCSI ID#11: SCSI ID#12: SCSI ID#13: SCSI ID#14: SCSI ID#15: No device No device No device No device No device No device No device Adaptec AIC-7902 No device No device No device No device No device No device No device No device AIC-7902 B at slot 0A, 03:07:00 Select SCSI Disk and pre
SCSI BIOS Setup Select the SCSI device which you want to manage by highlighting the item and press . The following dialog box appears. Select the function you want to perform. SCSI ID# 0: Firmware: Capacity: HITACHI DK32DJ-18MW G2G2 17GB Format Disk Verify Disk Media Format Disk The utility performs low-level formatting of a hard disk drive. The function might take several hours to complete. Verify Disk Media This utility verifies that the drive is functioning properly.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Q: Where can I find the model number of the mainboard? A: There are two places where you can find the model number of the mainboard: 1. Somewhere between the PCI slots you shall find MS-xxxx or the marketing name like “K7T Turbo”. You can also find the version number beside it. 2. At the back cover of the user's manual. Q: What do you mean by PCB version 1? A: PCB is printed circuit board. Saying PCB version 1 is the same as saying motherboard version 1.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard A: We strongly recommend that you do NOT connect those described CPU fan directly to your motherboard, as it draws so much power, that it could damage it. Please use a 3-Pin to 4-Pin Cable that comes together with the fan. Q: Can I use more than 512MB memory on Win9x or WinME? A: No, you can’t. You can only use more than 512MB memory on Win2000 or WinXP. This is a Microsoft OS issue. Please check http://support/microsoft. com/support/kb/articles/Q108/0/79.
Troubleshooting 2. New BIOS source code 3. Bugs are found 4. Customer-specific request When we release a new BIOS, there's usually a release note attached which lists the reason for the release. Refer to this release note and decide for yourself if upgrading to the new BIOS will be worth it. A word of advice, though, do not upgrade to the new BIOS, unless you really have to. Q: How do I update the BIOS? A: Please refer to http://www.msi.com.tw/support/bios/note.htm for details.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard Q: After I flashed the BIOS and rebooted the system, the screen went blank. A: For AMI BIOS Rename the desired AMI BIOS file to AMIBOOT.ROM and save it on a floppy disk. e.g. Rename A569MS23.ROM to AMIBOOT.ROM Insert this floppy disk in the floppy drive. Turn On the system and press and hold Ctrl-Home to force update. It will read the AMIBOOT.ROM file and recover the BIOS from the A drive. When 4 beeps are heard you may remove the floppy disk and restart the computer.
Glossary Glossary Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration & Power Interface) This power management specification enables the OS (operating system) to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer. Windows 98/98SE, Windows 2000 and Windows ME can fully support ACPI to allow users managing the system power flexibly. AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) A new, high-speed graphics interface that based on PCI construction and designed especially for the throughput demands of 3-D graphics.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard contents of frequently accessed RAM locations and the addresses where these data items are stored. Chipset A collection of integrated chips designed to perform one or more related functions. For example, a modem chipset contains all the primary circuits for transmitting and receiving data; a PC chipset provides the electronic interfaces between all subsystems. Clock Cycle Clock cycle (or tick) is the smallest unit of time recognized by a device.
Glossary ECC Memory (Error Correcting Code Memory) A type of memory that contains special circuitry for testing the accuracy of data and correcting the errors on the fly. EEPROM Acronym for Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An EEPROM is a special type of PROM that can be erased by exposing it to an electrical charge. Like other types of PROM, EEPROM retains its contents even when the power is turned off. Also like other types of ROM, EEPROM is not as fast as RAM.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) A type of disk-drive interface widely used to connect hard disks, CD-ROMs and tape drives to a PC, in which the controller electronics is integrated into the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card. The IDE interface is known as the ATA (AT Attachment) specification.
Glossary LBA (Logical Block Addressing) Logical block addressing is a technique that allows a computer to address a hard disk larger than 528 megabytes. A logical block address is a 28-bit value that maps to a specific cylinder-head-sector address on the disk. 28 bits allows sufficient variation to specify addresses on a hard disk up to 8.4 gigabytes in data storage capacity.
MS-9125 SSI Mainboard PS/2 Port A type of port developed by IBM for connecting a mouse or keyboard to a PC. The PS/2 port supports a mini DIN plug containing just 6 pins. Most modern PCs equipped with PS/2 ports so that the special port can be used by another device, such as a modem. RAID RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks; originally Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks) is a way of storing the same data in different places (thus, redundantly) on multiple hard disks.
