MSI KT3 Ultra2 Instruction Manual

iKT3 Ultra2-CVersion 1.0G52-MA00624MS-6593 (v1.X) ATX Mainboard

1-3Getting Started- 1 parallel port supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode- 1 IrDA connector for SIR/ASKIR/HPSIR- 1 audio/game port- SPDIF output (1 x 3) with hous

1-4KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardMainboard LayoutKT3 Ultra2-C (MS-6593 v1.X) ATX MainboardBATT+VT8235VIAKT333DDR 1DDR 2J3ATXPower SupplyJBAT1JSP1(Optional

1-5Getting StartedPC Alert™ IIIThe PC AlertTM III is a utility you can find in the CD-ROM disk. Theutility is just like your PC doctor that can de-te

1-6KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardLive BIOS™/Live Driver™The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is a tool used to detectand update your BIOS/drivers online so that y

1-7Getting StartedYou can right-click the MSI Live Monitor icon to perform the functionslisted below:Ø Auto Search – Searches for the BIOS/drivers

1-8KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardD-BracketTM2 Description System Power ON - The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or not installed proper

1-9Getting StartedD-BracketTM2 Description Processor Initialization - This will show information regarding the processor (like brand name, system bus

1-10KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardFeatures:Ø MSI Logo links to the MSI Web siteØ CPU Speed allows users to adjust the CPU speed through CPUMultiplier an

1-11Getting StartedCPU Thermal ProtectionAimed to prevent the CPU from overheating, MSI has developed a CPUThermal Protection mechanism for AMD Athlon

2-1Hardware SetupChapter 2. HardwareSetupThis chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memorymodules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup th

iiManual Rev: 1.0Release Date: June 2002FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit

2-2KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardQuick Components GuideJBAT1, p.2-25JLED, p.2-24JSP1, p.2-17DDR DIMMs, p.2-6CPU, p.2-4Back PanelI/O, p.2-9CFAN1, p.2-16FDD

2-3Hardware SetupCentral Processing Unit: CPUThe mainboard supports AMD® Athlon™, Athlon™ XP and Duron™processors in the 462 pin package. The mainboar

2-4KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardAs processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher performance, ther-mal management becomes increasingly crucial

2-5Hardware SetupCPU Clock Frequency Selection through BIOSThe hardware configuration for CPU clock frequency of the motherboardis set to 100MHz by de

2-6KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardThe mainboard provides 2 slots for 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM(Double In-Line Memory Module) modules and supports the memory s

2-7Hardware SetupDIMM Module CombinationInstall at least one DIMM module on the slots. Memory modules can beinstalled on the slots in any order. You

2-8KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardPower SupplyThe mainboard supports ATX power supply for the power system. Be-fore inserting the power supply connector,

2-9Hardware SetupThe back panel provides the following connectors:Back PanelMouse ConnectorThe mainboard provides a standard PS/2® mouse mini DIN conn

2-10KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardKeyboard ConnectorThe mainboard provides a standard PS/2® keyboard mini DIN connec-tor for attaching a PS/2® keyboard.

2-11Hardware SetupSerial Port Connectors: COM A & COM BThe mainboard offers two 9-pin male DIN connectors as serial port COMA & COM B. The po

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2-12KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardParallel Port Connector: LPT1The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT.A parallel port is a stan

2-13Hardware SetupAudio Port ConnectorsLine Out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line In is usedfor external CD player, Tape player, or oth

2-14KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardThe mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case,modem, LAN, USB Ports, IR module and CPU/System/Power

2-15Hardware SetupATA133 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 controller that

2-16KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardFan Power Connectors: CFAN1/SFAN1The CFAN1 (processor fan) and SFAN1 (system fan) support systemcooling fan with +12V. I

2-17Hardware SetupCD-In Connector: J10The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector.SPDIF Connector: JSP1 (Optional)The connector is used to connect SPD

2-18KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardIrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1The connector allows you to connect to IrDA Infrared module. Youmust configure the sett

2-19Hardware SetupFront Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2The mainboard provides two front panel connectors for electrical con-nection to the front pan

2-20KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardFront Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1The JAUD1 front panel audio connector allows you to connect to thefront panel audio an

2-21Hardware SetupBluetooth Connector: JBT1 (Optional)This connector is used to connect a bluetooth module for wirelessconnection.Power Saving Switch

iv1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.4. Lay th

2-22KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardFront USB Connectors: JUSB2/JUSB3The mainboard provides two USB 2.0 pin headers JUSB2 & JUSB3(optional USB 2.0 brack

2-23Hardware SetupTo Attach the Optional USB 2.0 Ports:1. Take out the USB2.0 Bracket and D-Bracket™ 2 (optional accessoriesupon request).2. Locate t

2-24KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardD-Bracket™ 2Connected to JUSB3 (the yellowUSB pinheader)Connected to JLEDD-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JLEDThe mainboard comes

2-25Hardware SetupThe motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set thecomputer’s function. This section will explain how to change yourmo

2-26KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardFSB = 133MHz FSB = 100MHz3131FSB Clock Override Jumper: SW3This jumper provides 100MHz and 133MHz Front Side Bus frequen

2-27Hardware SetupSlotsAGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) SlotThe AGP slot allows you to insert the AGP graphics card. AGP is aninterface specification

2-28KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardPCI Interrupt Request RoutingThe IRQ, acronym of interrupt request line and pronounced I-R-Q, arehardware lines over whi

3-1BIOS SetupChapter 3. BIOS SetupThis chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup programand allows you to configure the system for optimum use.Y

3-2KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardEntering SetupPower on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On SelfTest) process. When the message below a

3-3BIOS SetupControl Keys<↑> Move to the previous item <↓> Move to the next item <←> Move to the item in the left hand <→> Mov

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3-4KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardThe Main MenuStandard CMOS FeaturesUse this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.Advanced BIOS Fe

3-5BIOS SetupIntegrated PeripheralsUse this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.PC Health StatusThis entry shows your PC health s

3-6KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardStandard CMOS FeaturesThe items inside STANDARD CMOS SETUP menu are divided into 9categories. Each category includes non

3-7BIOS Setupselection.Type Select how to define the HDD parametersCylinders Enter cylinder numberHeads Enter head numberWrite Precompensation Enter w

3-8KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardAdvanced BIOS FeaturesQuick BootSetting the item to Enabled allows the system to boot within 5 seconds sinceit will skip

3-9BIOS Setup1st/2nd/3rd Boot DeviceThe items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where AMIBIOSattempts to load the operating system. The s

3-10KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardOption DescriptionSetup The password prompt appears only when end users try torun Setup.Always A password prompt appears

3-11BIOS SetupBoot To OS/2This allows you to run the OS/2® operating system with DRAM larger than64MB. When you choose No, you cannot run the OS/2®

3-12KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardMPS Table VersionThis field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification)version to be used for the ope

3-13BIOS SetupAdvanced Chipset FeaturesDRAM Timing ControlPress <Enter> and the following sub-menu appears.Current Host ClockThis item shows the

viBack Panel ... 2-9Mouse Connector ...

3-14KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardConfigure SDRAM Timing bySelects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial PresenceDetect) EEPROM on the DRAM

3-15BIOS SetupSDRAM Bank InterleaveThis field selects 2-bank or 4-bank interleave for the installed SDRAM.Disable the function if 16MB SDRAM is instal

3-16KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardAGP ModeThe item sets an appropriate mode for the installed AGP card. Setting options:1x, 2x, 4x, Auto. Select 4x only

3-17BIOS SetupPCI Delay TransactionThe chipset has an embedded 32-bit posted write buffer to support delayedtransactions cycles so that transactions t

3-18KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardPower Management FeaturesIPCA FunctionThis item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Man-agement In

3-19BIOS Setupto restore the system when a “wake up” event occurs.Auto BIOS determines the best mode automatically.Call VGA at S3 ResumingSelecting En

3-20KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardCPU Critical TemperatureIf the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit preset in this setting, the warn-ing mechanism wi

3-21BIOS Setupsaving modes when activity or input signal of the specified hardwareperipheral or component is detected. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.Res

3-22KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardPNP/PCI ConfigurationsThis section describes configuring the PCI bus system and PnP (Plug & Play)feature. PCI, or P

3-23BIOS SetupPCI Latency TimerThis item controls how long each PCI device can hold the bus before anothertakes over. When set to higher values, every

viiCNR (Communication Network Riser) Slot ... 2-27PCI Interrupt Request Routing ...

3-24KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardIntegrated PeripheralsFDC FunctionThis is used to enable or disable the onboard Floppy controller.Serial Port 1/2These i

3-25BIOS SetupSerial Port2 ModeThis item sets the operation mode for Serial Port 2. Settings: Normal,1.6uS, 3/16 Baud and ASKIR (the last three opera

3-26KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardOnBoard IDEThis setting controls the onboard IDE controller. Setting options: Disabled,Primary, Secondary, Both.OnBoard

3-27BIOS SetupPC Health StatusThis section shows the status of your CPU, fan, overall system status, etc.Monitor function is available only if there i

3-28KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardUse this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control.Spread SpectrumWhen the motherboard’s clock generat

3-29BIOS Setupvoltage (Vcore). These settings offer users a tool to overclock the system.DDR Voltage (V)Adjusting the DDR voltage can increase the DDR

3-30KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardSet Supervisor/User PasswordWhen you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen:Type the passwor

3-31BIOS SetupLoad High Performance/BIOS Setup DefaultsThe two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOSsettings to High Perform

A-1Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio FunctionAppendix: Using 4- or 6-Channel AudioFunctionThe motherboard is equipped with Realtek ALC650 chip, whichprovide

A-2KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardInstalling the Audio DriverYou need to install the driver for Realtek ALC650 chip to function prop-erly before you can ge

1-1Getting StartedChapter 1. GettingStartedThank you for purchasing KT3 Ultra2-C (MS-6593 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The KT3 Ultra2-C is based on VIA® Apol

A-3Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function4. Click Finish to restart the system.Click hereClick hereSelect thisoption

A-4KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardAttaching SpeakersTo perform multichannel audio operation, connect multiple speakers tothe system. You should connect th

A-5Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function1232-Channel Analog Audio Output1 Line Out (Front channels)2 Line In3 MICDescription:Line Out, Line In and MIC

A-6KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardSelecting 4- or 6-Channel Setting1. Click the audio icon from the window tray at the bottom of thescreen.2. Select any

A-7Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio Function4. The following window appears.5. Select the multi-channel operation you prefer from No. of Speakers.6. Click

A-8KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardTesting the Connected SpeakersTo ensure 4- or 6-channel audio operation works properly, you mayneed to test each connecte

A-9Using 4- or 6-Channel Audio FunctionPlaying KaraOKThe KaraOK function will automatically remove human voice (lyrics)and leave melody for you to sin

T-1TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingQ: Where will I find the model number of the mainboard?A: There are two places where you can find the

T-2KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardQ: I have high speed CPU cooling fan like Taisol CGK760092, Vantec CCK-6035D & GlobalWin WBK38. Can I install the fan

T-3TroubleshootingQ: Should I update my BIOS, once a new BIOS is released?A: A new BIOS is usually released due to the following reasons:1. New functi

1-2KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardMainboard SpecificationsCPUh Supports Socket A (Socket-462) for AMD® Athlon™/Athlon™ XP /Duron™processors.h Supports up t

T-4KT3 Ultra2-C ATX Mainboard6th - 7th digit refers to the customer as MS = all standard customers.V1.0 refers to the BIOS version.091096 refers to th

G-1GlossaryGlossaryGlossaryACPI (Advanced Configuration & Power Interface)This power management specification enables the OS (operating system) to

G-2KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardDynamic RAM (DRAM) Memory Technologies TypeFPM (60,70ns)EDO (50,60,70ns)SDRAM (66MHz)SDRAM (100MHz)SDRAM (133MHz)R

G-3GlossaryECC Memory (Error Correcting Code Memory)A type of memory that contains special circuitry for testing the accuracy of data andcorrecting th

G-4KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardIDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)A type of disk-drive interface widely used to connect hard disks, CD-ROMs and tapedrive

G-5GlossaryLBA (Logical Block Addressing)Logical block addressing is a technique that allows a computer to address a hard disklarger than 528 megabyte

G-6KT3 Ultra2-C ATX MainboardPS/2 PortA type of port developed by IBM for connecting a mouse or keyboard to a PC. ThePS/2 port supports a mini DIN pl