MS-96D2 (v1.
▍ Preface Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR 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. Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ MSI® is registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd.
MS-96D2 Safety Instructions ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ 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. ￭ Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
▍ Preface FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
MS-96D2 WEEE Statement ENGLISH To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that... Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life.
▍ Preface ESPAÑOL MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda: Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos, con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clasificados como “eléctricos y equipos electrónicos” no pueden ser depositados en los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los fabricantes de equipos electrónicos, están obligados a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de su período de vid
MS-96D2 TÜRKÇE Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır: Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır.
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Chapter 1 Overview Thank you for choosing the MS-96D2 v1.X, an excellent server board from MSI. Based on the innovative Intel® Ibexpeak chipset for optimal system efficiency, the MS-96D2 accommodates the latest Intel® Clarkdale / Lynnfield processor in LGA1156 package and supports up to 4 DDR3 800(for rigistered memory)/1066/1333 DIMM slots to provide the maximum of 16GB(unbuffered) / 32GB(rigistered) capacity.
▍ Overview Mainboard Specifications Processor Support ■ Intel® Clarkdale / Lynnfield processor in LGA1156 package. Chipset ■ Intel® Ibexpeak chipset Memory Support For Rigistered Memory ■ 4 DDR3 800/1066/1333 DIMM slots (240-pin / 1.5V) ■ Max 32GB (only for Lynnfield) ■ Support Dual Channels For Unbuffered Memory ■ 4 DDR3 1066/1333 DIMM slots (240-pin / 1.
MS-96D2 - 4 USB 2.0 connectors 6 SATAII connectors 1 Power SMBUS connector (Optional) 1 IPMB connector (Optional) 1 Front Panel pinheader 1 SPI Flash ROM pinheader (for debugging) 1 Clear CMOS jumper 1 Chassis Intrusion connector 1 TPM Module connector 1 Front Panel ID pinheader 1 Recovery jumper Slot ■ 1 PCI-Express x16 slot ■ 1 PCI-Express x8 slot (with x4 signal) ■ 2 PCI slots, support 3.
▍ Overview Mainboard Layout 1-4
MS-96D2 Block Diagram M/B Block Diagram CPU Lynnfield & Clarkdale LGA1156 (Socket H1) PCIe (x4)* Memory PCIe2(x16) 16GB/s PCIe2(x16) Unbuffered DIMM/ Register DIMM Intel® Intel® Processor Processor *Mechanical x8 DMI 2GB/s PCIe2(x4) 4GB/s Features ECC, Dual Channel Intel FDI *Single Port Connector 6x SATA2* (for HDD, Tape and ODD) (RAID0/1;SW RAID) PCI32/33 133MB/s PCI 6x USB2.0 (2x Rear, 4x Internal) PCH Intel Ibexpeak PCI Aspeed AST1100 MAC 1ch [ 36 .
Chapter 2 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.
▍ Hardware Setup Quick Components Guide JID1, p.2-12 J_VGA1, p.2-16 Back Panel I/O, p.2-10 Slots, p.2-17 JCOM2, p.2-11 JPWR2, p.2-9 JTPM1, p.2-15 JUSB1~4, p.2-12 JPWR1, p.2-9 J3, p.2-16 CPU, p.2-3 SATA0~5, p.2-13 JCASE1, p.2-14 DIMM Slots, p.2-7 JIPMB1, p.2-14 CPU_FAN1, p.2-11 JSMBUS1, p.2-14 2-2 SYS_FAN1, p.2-11 JFP1, p.2-15 SYS_FAN2, p.2-11 SYS_FAN3, p.2-11 J_CMOS1, p.
MS-96D2 CPU (Central Processing Unit) When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the computer. For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index. php?func=cpuform2 Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
▍ Hardware Setup CPU & Cooler Installation When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion. Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard. 1. Open the load level. 2. Lift the load lever up to fully open position 3.
MS-96D2 5. Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. 6. Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Alignment Key 7. Secure the lever near the hook end under the retention tab. 8. Make sure the four hooks are in porper position before you install the cooler. Important • Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system.
▍ Hardware Setup 9. Align the holes on the mainboard with the heatsink. Push down the cooler until its four clips get wedged into the holes of the mainboard. 10. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. 11. Turn over the mainboard to confirm that the clip-ends are correctly inserted. 12. Finally, attach the CPU Fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard. Mainboard Hook Important • Read the CPU status in BIOS.
MS-96D2 Memory These DIMM slots are intended for memory modules. DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Single-Channel Mode Population Rule 1 DIMM2 DIMM4 DIMM1 DIMM3 2 DIMM2 DIMM4 DIMM1 DIMM3 Dual-Channel Mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance the system performance. The following illustrations explain the population rules for Dual-Channel mode.
▍ Hardware Setup Important In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots. Installing Memory Modules 1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right orientation. 2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot.
MS-96D2 Power Supply ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector. You may use the 20-pin ATX power supply as you like. If you’d like to use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with pin 1 & pin 13.
▍ Hardware Setup Back Panel I/O Mouse USB Ports Serial Port VGA Port LAN LAN Keyboard ▶ Mouse/Keyboard The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard. ▶ USB Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices. ▶ Serial Port The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the connector.
MS-96D2 Connectors Fan Power Connector: CPU_FAN1 / SYS_FAN1~3 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting the wire to the connectors, always 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. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
▍ Hardware Setup Front USB Connector: JUSB1 / JUSB2 / JUSB3 / JUSB4 This connector, compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like. 1 2 9 10 PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL 1 3 5 7 9 VCC USB0USB0+ GND KEY 2 4 6 8 10 VCC USB1USB1+ GND NC USB 2.0 Bracket (Optional) Important Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.
MS-96D2 Serial ATA Connector: SATA0 ~ SATA5 This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. SATA5 SATA4 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 SATA0 Important Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission.
▍ Hardware Setup Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCASE1 This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record. 2 1 GND INTRUER_N IPMB Connector: JIPMB1 This connector is used to connect the IPMB (Intelligent Platform Management Bus) SMBus.
MS-96D2 Front Panel Connector: JFP1 These are proprietary front panel connectors that provide I2C bus connection, serial signal connection, and electrical connection to the front panel switches/ LEDs. 16 15 2 1 PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 HDD+ HDDGND SYS_RST_N NC FP_ID_LED_N P3V3_AUX P3V3_AUX 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 PLED SLED PWR_BTN_N GND NC SYS_FLT_LED LED2_ACT#_82578DM LED2_ACT#_82574L TPM Connector: JTPM1 This connector connects to an optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module).
▍ Hardware Setup Jumper BIOS Recovery Jumper: J3 Users can short connect pin#2-3 to recover the system BIOS. When the system is done with the job, the buzzer will beep to remind users to set the jumper to its normal state (pin#1-2 short connected). 1 J3 1 1 Normal Recovery VGA Control Jumper: J_VGA1 This jumper is used to enable or disable the VGA controller.
MS-96D2 Slot PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express Slot The PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express interface expansion card. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x8 Slot (with x4 signal) PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications. 32-bit PCI slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first.
Chapter 3 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.
▍ BIOS Setup 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 or key to enter Setup. Press or 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.
MS-96D2 Control Keys ←→ ↑↓ Enter Select Screen Select Item Select +- Change Option F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save Esc Exit 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.
▍ BIOS Setup The Menu Bar ▶ Main Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date, etc. ▶ Advanced Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features. ▶ Chipset This menu controls the advanced features of the onboard Northbridge and Southbridge. ▶ Boot Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices. ▶ Security Use this menu to set supervisor and user passwords.
MS-96D2 Main ▶ BIOS Information, Memory Information, Access Level These items show the firmware and hardware specifications of your system. Read only. ▶ System Language This setting controls the system language. ▶ System Date This setting allows you to set the system date. The date format is , . ▶ System Time This setting allows you to set the system time. The time format is .
▍ BIOS Setup Advanced ▶ Launch PXE OpROM, Launch Storage OpROM Use these settings to launch the PXE option ROM & storage option ROM.
MS-96D2 ▶ Enable ACPI Auto Configuration This setting is used to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Function. ▶ Resume On RTC Alarm When [Enabled], your can set the date and time at which the RTC (real-time clock) alarm awakens the system from suspend mode. ▶ Trusted Computing ▶ TPM Support This setting controls the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) designed by the Trusted Computing Group (TCG).
▍ BIOS Setup ▶ CPU Configuration ▶ Hyper-Threading The processor uses Hyper-Threading technology to increase transaction rates and reduces end-user response times. The technology treats the two cores inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. If you disable the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the instructions.
MS-96D2 ▶ Turbo Mode Intel Turbo Memory is a new Intel platform technology that uses non-volatile memory (Flash memory) to increase system responsiveness, make multitasking faster, and extend battery life. This technology is poised to eliminate many of the bottlenecks associated with HDD latency.
▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Super IO Configuration ▶ Serial Port 0 Configuration, Serial Port 1 Configuration ▶ Serial Port This setting enables/disables the specified serial port.
MS-96D2 ▶ Change Settings This setting is used to change the address & IRQ settings of the specified serial port. ▶ Serial Port Console Redirection ▶ Console Redirection Console Redirection operates in host systems that do not have a monitor and keyboard attached. This setting enables/disables the operation of console redirection. When set to [Enabled], BIOS redirects and sends all contents that should be displayed on the screen to the serial COM port for display on the terminal screen.
▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Terminal Type To operate the system’s console redirection, you need a terminal supporting ANSI terminal protocol and a RS-232 null modem cable connected between the host system and terminal(s). This setting specifies the type of terminal device for console redirection. ▶ Bits per second, Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits This setting specifies the transfer rate (bits per second, data bits, parity, stop bits) of Console Redirection.
MS-96D2 Chipset ▶ North Bridge 3-13
▍ BIOS Setup ▶ VT-d Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (Intel VT-d) provides the capability to ensure improved isolation of I/O resources for greater reliability, security, and availability. ▶ PCI Express Port This setting controls the PCI Express ports. ▶ South Bridge ▶ Restore AC Power Loss This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Available settings are: [Power Off] Leaves the computer in the power off state.
MS-96D2 Boot ▶ Setup Prompt Timeout This setting specifies the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. ▶ Bootup NumLock State 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. ▶ Boot Option Priorities The items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.
▍ BIOS Setup Security ▶ Administrator Password Administrator Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility. Users will be prompted for Administrator password only when they enter BIOS Setup. ▶ User Password User Password controls access to the system at boot and access to the BIOS Setup utility. Users will be prompted for User password when they power on the system or enter BIOS Setup. In BIOS Setup, users will have Administrator rights.
MS-96D2 Save & Exit ▶ Save Changes and Exit Save changes to CMOS and exit the Setup Utility. ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Abandon all changes and exit the Setup Utility. ▶ Save Changes and Reset Save changes to CMOS and reset the system. ▶ Discard Changes and Reset Abandon all changes and reset the system. ▶ Save Changes Save all changes and continue with the Setup Utility. ▶ Discard Changes Abandon all changes and continue with the Setup Utility. ▶ Restore Defaults Restore the factory defaults.
▍ BIOS Setup Server Mgmt ▶ 3pin/4pin Fan This setting specifies the number of fan connector pins.
MS-96D2 ▶ Configuration Source This setting selects whether to configure LAN channel parameters statically or dynamically (DHCP). [Do Nothing] will not modify any BMC network parameters in BIOS.
