MSI G31m3f User Manual
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MS-7528 Mainboard 1-2Mainboard SpecificationsProcessor Support - Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Core™2 Quad/Pentium Dual-Core E2XXX and Celeron 400 LGA775 processors in LGA775 package. - Supports 4 pin CPU Fan Pin-Header with Fan Speed Control. (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=cpuform) Supported FSB - 800/1066/1333 MHz Chipset - North Bridge: Intel® G31 chipset - South Bridge: Intel® ICH7/ ICH7R(optional) chipset Memory Support - DDR2 667/800 SDRAM (4GB Max) - 2 DDR2 DIMMs (240pin / 1.8V) (For more information on compatible components, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=testreport) LAN (Optional) - Supports Realtek® RTL8111C 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports Realtek® RTL8101E 10/100 Mb/s (optional) - Compliance with PCI 2.2 - Supports ACPI Power Management Audio - Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC888 - Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing To reach the 8-channel sound effect, the 7th and 8th channels must to output from front panel (pinheader) if you purchase the mainboard with 3 audio jacks. IEEE 1394 (optional) - Chip integrated by JMicron 381 - Transfer rate is up to 400Mbps IDE - 1 IDE port by ICH7/ICH7R - Supports Ultra DMA 66/100 mode - Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode SATA - SATA II ports by ICH7/ICH7R (optional) - Supports four SATA II devices - Supports storage and data transfers at up to 300MB/s - Supports RAID 0/1/0+1 (for ICH7R only)7528v1.0-1.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:302
1-3 Getting StartedFloppy - 1 floppy port - Supports 1 FDD with 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB Connectors Back panel - 1 PS/2 mouse port - 1 PS/2 keyboard port - 1 serial port (COM1) - 1 VGA port - 1 parallel port supporting SPP/EPP/ECP mode - 4 USB 2.0 Ports - 1 RJ-45 LAN Jack - 1 1394 port (optional) - 6 flexible audio jacks/ 3 flexible audio jacks (optional) On-Board Pinheaders/ Connectors - 2 USB 2.0 pinheaders - 1 CD-in pinheader - 1 SPDIF-Out pinheader - 1 IEEE 1394 pinheader (optional) - 1 Front Panel Audio pinheader - 1 serial port pinheader - 1 TPM (optional) - 1 Chassis Intrusion Switch pinheader Slots - 1 PCI Express x16 slot - 1 PCI Express x 1 slot - 2 PCI slots - Support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface Form Factor - Micro-ATX (24.4cm X 21.8cm) Mounting - 6 mounting holes7528v1.0-1.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:303
MS-7528 Mainboard 1-4G31M3 Series (MS-7528 v1.X) Micro-ATX MainboardMainboard LayoutBATT+IntelG31IntelICH7/ICH7R (optional) Top : mouse Bottom:keyboard Parallel port Bottom: COM portA VGA port Top: LAN Jack Bottom: USB ports T:Line-In M:Line-Out B:Mic T:RS-Out (optional) M:CS-Out (optional) B:SS-Out (optional) T: 1394 port B: USB ports(optional) PCI 1 PCI 2PCI _E2 PCI _E1 IDE1 FDD 1J1394_1(optional) JMicron 381 (optional) JTPM1(optional) JCI1 JPW1 SYSFAN1 JSPD1 JUSB1 JUSB2 JBAT1 JFP1JFP2 SYSFAN2 ATX1 DIMM1 DIMM2 CPUFAN1 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 JCOM1 JAUD1 CD_IN1ALC888RTL8111C /RTL8101E Fintek F71882FGRTM 876-6657528v1.0-1.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:304
1-5 Getting StartedPacking Checklist * The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the product you purchased.Power CableSATA Cable MSI motherboardMSI Driver/Utility CDBack IO ShieldStandard Cable for IDE DevicesUser’s Guide7528v1.0-1.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:305
2-1 Hardware SetupHardware Setup Chapter 2 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.7528v1.0CH2 Hardware Setup.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:301
MS-7528 Mainboard 2-2Quick Components GuideBATT+SYSFAN1, p.2-14JTPM1, p.2-17 JPW1, p.2-9CPU, p.2-3JSPD1, p.2-15 CPUFAN1, p.2-14 DIMM Slots, p.2-7 ATX1, p.2-9 IDE1, p.2-12 SYSFAN2, p.2-14 JFP2, p.2-16 SATA1~4, p.2-13 JFP1, p.2-16 JUSB1~2, p.2-18 JBAT1, p.2-19 J1394_1, p.2-15 FDD1, p.2-12 JCOM1, p.2-18 JAUD1, p.2-17 CD_IN1, p.2-16 PCI, p.2-20 JCI1, p.2-14PCIE, p.2-20 Back Panel, p.2-107528v1.0CH2 Hardware Setup.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:302
2-3 Hardware SetupCPU (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://global.msi.com.tw/index.php? func=cpuformIntroduction to LGA 775 CPU The surface of LGA 775 CPU. Remember to apply some ther- mal paste on it for better heat dispersion. Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicatorThe pin-pad side of LGA 775 CPU.Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicatorAlignment KeyAlignment KeyImportant Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make sure that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation. Replaceing the CPU While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug the power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the safety of CPU. Overclocking This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.7528v1.0CH2 Hardware Setup.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:303
MS-7528 Mainboard 2-4Important 1.Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system. 2. Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging. 3. The availability of the CPU land side cover depends on your CPU packing.2.Remove the cap from lever hinge side (as the arrow shows). 1.The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it to protect the contact from damage. Before you install the CPU, always cover it to protect the socket pin. 3.The pins of socket reveal. 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.4.Open the load lever.7528v1.0CH2 Hardware Setup.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:304
2-5 Hardware Setup 6.After confirming the CPU direction for correct mating, put down the CPU in the socket housing frame. Be sure to grasp on the edge of the CPU base. Note that the align- ment keys are matched. 8.Cover the load plate onto the package.7.Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall.alignment key 5.Lift the load lever up and open the load plate.7528v1.0CH2 Hardware Setup.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:305
MS-7528 Mainboard 2-610. 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. 12.Turn over the mainboard to con- firm that the clip-ends are cor- rectly inserted. 11.Press the four hooks down to fas- ten the cooler. Then rotate the lock- ing switch (refer to the correct di- rection marked on it) to lock the hooks.9.Press down the load lever lightly onto the load plate, and then se- cure the lever with the hook under retention tab.locking switchImportant 1. Read the CPU status in BIOS (Chapter 3). 2. Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the plastic cap covered (shown in Figure 1) to avoid damaging. 3. Mainboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration of the CPU/ cooler installation only. The appearance of your mainboard may vary depend- ing on the model you purchase.7528v1.0CH2 Hardware Setup.p65 2008/2/1, 下午 04:306