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Diamond Multimedia Micronics C400 User Manual

Diamond Multimedia Micronics C400
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Micronics C400
Pentium II
System Board Manual
Document Number: 06-00351-01, Rev. B01
August 1998
2880 Junction Avenue, San Jose, CA. 95134-19228

Table of Contents

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Diamond Multimedia Micronics C400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDiamond Multimedia
ModelMicronics C400
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 - Quick Installation

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Provides a concise, step-by-step procedure for getting the system board up and running quickly.

Chapter 2 - Configuring the Micronics C400

ESD Precautions

Details essential precautions to prevent damage from static discharge when handling the board.

Jumper and Connector Configurations

Explains the function and settings for various jumpers and connectors on the system board.

Chapter 3 - Installing the Micronics C400

Pentium II CPU Installation

Details the process for installing a Pentium II processor and its retention mechanism.

PCI Card Installation Procedure

Guides users on how to install peripheral cards into the PCI expansion slots.

AGP Card Installation Procedure

Instructions for installing peripheral cards into the AGP expansion slot.

Chapter 4 - The BIOS Setup Utility

Standard CMOS Configuration

Details how to check and modify general system configuration information like date, time, and drives.

Advanced BIOS Feature Settings

Explains how to configure various enhanced BIOS options for system performance and behavior.

Intel 440BX Chipset Configuration

Details how to program the features of the Intel 440BX AGP chipset for optimal performance.

Automatic Hard Drive Detection

Provides automatic configuration for installed hard drives, supporting LBA, Large, and Normal modes.

Low Level Hard Drive Formatting

Utility for performing a low-level format on hard disk drives, recommended for trained technicians.

Chapter 5 - Special Features

Appendix A - Technical Information

System Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the Micronics C400 system board.

Appendix B: POST Codes

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Codes

Lists POST codes, their descriptions, and potential solutions for troubleshooting startup issues.

Appendix C: POST Messages

BIOS POST Error Messages

Details BIOS POST messages and their corresponding solutions for identifying and resolving errors.

Appendix D: Updating the System BIOS

System BIOS Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide on how to reprogram the system BIOS using a BIOS file.

Appendix E: Warranties and Notices

Diamond Limited Warranty Terms

Outlines the warranty period, coverage, exclusions, and service procedures.