MSI Kt4avl Manual

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Mainboard Layout
MS-6712 v1.X ATX Mainboard
BATT
+
VIA
VT8235
VIA
KT400A
DDR 1
DDR 2
DDR 3
JAUD1
JLED1
ATX
Power Supply
CFAN1
JBAT1JIR1
SFAN1
JUSB1
JFP1JFP2 JSP3JCI1
CodecWinbond
W83697HFVIA
VT6103
BIOS
PCI Slot 5
PCI Slot 6 PCI Slot 4 PCI Slot 3 PCI Slot 2 PCI Slot 1
IDE 1
IDE 2
CNR
Top : Parallel Port
Bottom: 
COM A
COM BTo p : mo us e 
Bottom: keyboard
T:  L A N j a c k
B: USB portsUSB
 po r ts
JCD1
FDD 1
T:  M I C
M: Line-In
B: Line-Out
AGP Slot
SOCKET 462 
						

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MSI Special Features
Live Monitor™
The Live Monitor™ is a tool used to schedule the search
for the latest BIOS/drivers version on the MSI Web site.  To use
the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2”
application.  After the installation, the “MSI Live Monitor” icon
(as shown on the right) will appear on the screen.  Double click
this icon to run the application.
Double click the “MSI Live Monitor” icon 
 at the lower-right corner
of the taskbar, and the following dialog box will appear.  You can specify how
often the system will automatically search for the BIOS/drivers version, or
change the LAN settings right from the dialog box.
You can  right-click the MSI Live Monitor icon  to perform the functions
listed below:
z zz z
zAuto Search – Searches for the BIOS/drivers version you need immediately.
z zz z
zView Last Result – Allows you to view the last search result if there is any.
z zz z
zPreference – Configures the Search function, including the Search schedule.
z zz z
zExit – Exits the Live Monitor™ application.
z zz z
zFA Q– Provides a link to a database which contents various possible questions
          about MSIs products for users to inquire. 
						

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D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional)
D-Bracket™ 2 is a USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic LEDs, which
use graphic signal display to help users understand their system.  The LEDs
provide up to 16 combinations of signals to debug the system.  The 4 LEDs can
detect all problems that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or other failures.
This special feature is very useful for overclocking users.  These users can use
the feature to detect if there are any problems or failures. D-Bracket™ 2 sup-
ports both USB 1.1 & 2.0 spec.
D-Bracket™ 2 for mainboard with bluetooth
connector (1 port)
1   2
3  4
D-Bracket™ 2  Description 
  System Power ON 
- The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or 
not installed properly.
 
  Early Chipset Initialization 
 
 Memory Detection Test 
- Testing onboard memory size.    The D-LED will hang if the 
memory module is damaged or not installed properly. 
 
 Decompressing BIOS image to RAM for fast booting. 
 
 Initializing Keyboard Controller. 
  Testing VGA BIOS 
- This will start writing VGA sign-on message to the screen. 
D-Bracket™ 2 for mainboard without
bluetooth connector (2 ports) 
						

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RedGreen
D-Bracket™ 2  Description 
 Processor Initialization 
- This will show information regarding the processor (like 
brand name, system bus, etc…) 
 
 Testing RTC (Real Time Clock) 
  Initializing Video Interface 
- This will start detecting CPU clock, checking type of video 
onboard.    Then, detect and initialize the video adapter.
  
  BIOS Sign On 
- This will start showing information about logo, processor 
brand name, etc…. 
  Testing Base and Extended Memory 
- Testing base memory from 240K to 640K and extended 
memory above 1MB using various patterns. 
 
 Assign Resources to all ISA. 
  Initializing Hard Drive Controller 
- This will initialize IDE drive and controller. 
  Initializing Floppy Drive Controller 
- This will initializing Floppy Drive and controller. 
 Boot Attempt 
- This will set low stack and boot via INT 19h. 
 Operating System Booting 
  
						

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MSI DVD 5.1 Channel (Optional)
The motherboard comes with MSI DVD application which supports 5.1
channel (6-channel audio) operation.  The accompanying MSI DVD is a conve-
nient tool to meet increasing demands for home entertainment.
To play DVD with 6-channel audio output, you must configure both the
MSI DVD application and the audio codec’s software utility.  Otherwise, the 6-
channel audio function will not work properly.  For information on how to
select 6-channel mode in the audio software utility, refer to Appendix. Using 4-
or 6-Channel Audio Function.
Follow the procedures below to enable 6-channel support with MSI DVD:
1. Click on this button 
 from the control panel of MSI DVD.
2. Click  the Audio tab.
3. Select 6 speaker mode (5.1 channel).
MSI Reminds You...
MSI DVD supports Dolby Digital format only.  To view DTS-
formatted video, you should convert it to Dolby Digital format
first. 
						

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4. Click OK.
For more information about MSI DVD, you can refer to the online help coming
with the application.
To enter the online help:
1. Click on the icon 
 at the bottom-right corner of the control panel.
2. The following window appears.
3. Click MSIDVD FAQ.
Click here 
						

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Live BIOS™/Live Driver™
The  Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is a tool used to detect and
update your BIOS/drivers online so that you don’t need to search
for the correct BIOS/driver version throughout the Web site.  To
use the function, you need to install the “MSI Live Update 2”
application.  After the installation, the “MSI Live Update 2” icon
(as shown on the right) will appear on the screen.
Double click the “MSI Live Update 2” icon, and the follow-
ing screen will appear:
Five buttons are placed on the leftmost pane of the screen.  Click the desired
button to start the update process.
z zz z
zLive BIOS – Updates the BIOS online.
z zz z
zLive Driver – Updates the drivers online.
z zz z
zLive VGA BIOS – Updates the VGA BIOS online.
z zz z
zLive VGA Driver – Updates the VGA driver online.
z zz z
zLive Utility – Updates the utilities online.
If the product you purchased does not support any of the functions listed
above, a “sorry” message is displayed.  For more information on the update
instructions, insert the companion CD and refer to the “Live Update Guide”
under the “Manual” Tab. 
						

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CPU Thermal Protection
Aimed to prevent the CPU from overheating, MSI has developed a CPU
Thermal Protection mechanism for AMD Athlon™ XP CPU platform. This CPU
Thermal Protection  mechanism works on a thermal signal sensor.  If  the
mechanism senses an abnormal temperature rise, it will automatically shut down
the system and the CPU temperature will then drop down and resume normal.
With this unique feature, users can better protect their CPU.  Please note that
this feature is for AMD Athlon™ XP CPU only.
S-Bracket (Optional)
S-Bracket is a bracket which provides 2 SPDIF jacks for digital audio
transmission and 2 analog Line-Out connectors for additional 4-channel ana-
log audio output.  With the S-Bracket, your system will be able to perform 6-
channel audio operation for wonderful surround sound effect, or connect to
Sony & Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF) speakers for audio transmission with
better quality.
The S-Bracket offers two types of SPDIF connectors: one for optical
fiber and the other for coaxial connection.  Select the appropriate one to meet
your own need.  For more information on S-Bracket, refer to Appendix. Using
4- or 6-Channel Audio Function.
S-Bracket
SPDIF jack (optical)
SPDIF jack (coaxial)Analog Line-Out jacks
CEN/SUB    RL/RR 
						

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Hardware Setup
This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory
modules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jump-
ers on the mainboard.  Also, it provides the instructions on con-
necting the peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard,
etc.
While doing the installation, be careful in holding the
components and follow the installation procedures.
Hardware Setup 
						

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Quick Components Guide
JBAT1, p.2-26 JSP3, p.2-22
DDR DIMMs, p.2-7
CPU, p.2-3
CFAN1, p.2-17
FDD1, p.2-15
SFAN1, p.2-17
JLED1, p.2-21IDE1
IDE2, p.2-16
JFP1 & JFP2,
p.2-18
JUSB1, p.2-20 JAUD1, p.2-19 JIR1, p.2-24 JCI1, p.2-24 JCD1, p.2-25JWR1, p.2-9
AGP Slot, p.2-27
CNR Slot, p.2-27PCI Slots, p.2-27
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-10