MSI K8n Neo V2 0 Manual

 
5 Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix 
Memory FSB DDR 266 DDR 333 DDR 400 800 MHz OK OK OK  CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 754 
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 
90-degree angle. 
3. Look for the gold arrow on the CPU. The CPU can only fit in the correct orientation. Lower 
the CPU down onto the socket. 
4. If the CPU is correctly installed, the pins should be...

 
6  6. Press down the other end of the clip to fasten the cooling set on the top of the retention 
mechanism. 
7. Locate the Fix Lever, Safety Hook and the Fixed Bolt. Lift up the intensive fixed lever. 
8. Fasten down the lever. 
9. Make sure the safety hook completely clasps the fixed bolt of the retention mechanism. 
 MSI Reminds You...  While disconnecting the Safety Hook from the fixed bolt, it is necessary to keep an eye on your fingers, because once the Safety Hook is disconnected from the fixed...

 
7 Power Supply 
The mainboard supports ATX 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. A 300W or above power supply is suggested. 
 ATX 20-Pin Power Connector: JWR1 
This connector allows you to connect to an ATX power supply. To 
connect to the ATX power supply, make sure the plug of the power 
supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned....

 
8 MSI Reminds You...  1. Always consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan. 2. C_FAN1 supports the fan control. You can install the PC Alert utility that will automatically control the CPU fan speed according to the actual CPU temperature.  IDE Connectors: IDE1/IDE2 
The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 controller 
that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 function. You can 
connect up to four hard disk drives, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy and other...

 
9 Front USB Connector: JUSB1/JUSB2 
The mainboard provides two standard USB 2.0 pin headers 
JUSB1&JUSB2. USB2.0 technology increases data transfer 
rate up to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps, which is 40 
times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such 
as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like. MSI Reminds You...  Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly, or it may cause some damage.  Serial ATA HDD...

 
10 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. If you want to clear the system configuration, use the JBAT1 (Clear 
CMOS Jumper) to clear data. Follow the instructions below to clear the data:  MSI Reminds You...  You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. Then return to 1-2 pin position. Avoid...

 
11 BIOS 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. Main Page 
 
Standard CMOS Features 
Use this menu for basic system...

 
12  Cell Menu 
Use this menu to specify your settings for frequency/voltage control. 
Load Optimized Defaults 
Use this menu to load factory default settings into the BIOS for stable system performance 
operations. 
BIOS Setting Password 
Use this menu to set BIOS setting Password. 
Save & Exit Setup 
Save changes to CMOS and exit setup. 
Exit Without Saving 
Abandon all changes and exit setup. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  

 
13 Cell Menu 
 
Current CPU/DDR Clock 
It shows the current clock of CPU/ DDR. Read-only. 
High Performance Mode 
This field allows you to select the DDR timing setting. Setting to [Optimized] enables Adjust DDR 
Memory Frequency automatically to be determined by SPD. Selecting [Manual] allows users to 
configure these fields manually. Setting options: [Optimized], [Manual]. 
Aggressive timing 
This item allows you to enable or disable the memory clock. When [Enabled] is selected, the 
timing delay of...

 
14  [Colonel]  4th level of overclocking, increasing the CPU frequency by 7%. 
[General]  5th level of overclocking, increasing the CPU frequency by 10%. 
[Commander] 6th level of overclocking, increasing the CPU frequency by 15%. MSI Reminds You...  Even though the Dynamic Overclocking Technology is more stable than manual overclocking, basically, it is still risky. We suggest user to make sure that your CPU can afford to overclocking regularly first. If you find the PC appears to be unstable or...