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MSI K8MM3 Series User Manual

MSI K8MM3 Series
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MS-7181 (v2.X) Micro-ATX Mainboard
K8MM3 Series
G52-M7181X4

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MSI K8MM3 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMSI
ModelK8MM3 Series
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started

Mainboard Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the K8MM3 series mainboard, including CPU, chipset, and memory support.

Mainboard Layout

Illustrates the physical arrangement of components and connectors on the motherboard.

Packing Contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard package, such as cables, CDs, and manuals.

Hardware Setup

Quick Components Guide

Visual guide identifying major motherboard components and their page references in the manual.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Details CPU support and installation prerequisites for Socket 754.

CPU Installation Procedures

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU into Socket 754, including lever operation and orientation.

Installing CPU Cooler

Instructions for mounting the AMD Athlon64 CPU cooler set onto the motherboard securely.

Memory Installation

Covers DDR SDRAM installation, including slot descriptions and module compatibility.

Power Supply Connections

Details connecting the ATX 20-pin and 12V power connectors to the motherboard for system power.

Back Panel Connectors

Describes the various ports and connectors on the motherboard's back panel.

Serial Port (COM1)

Details the 9-pin serial port connector and its pin definition.

USB Ports

Explains the Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports and their pin definition.

Audio Port Connectors

Identifies the Line Out, Line In, and Mic connectors for audio devices.

SATA Connectors

Details the SATA1 & SATA2 connectors for connecting Serial ATA hard drives.

Front Panel Connectors

Describes connectors for front panel switches, LEDs, and chassis intrusion detection.

Jumpers Configuration

Explains the function and configuration of motherboard jumpers, including Clear CMOS.

Expansion Slots

Describes the AGP and PCI slots, and PCI interrupt request routing for expansion cards.

BIOS Setup

Entering Setup

Instructions on how to access the BIOS setup utility by pressing the DEL key during boot.

Control Keys and Navigation

Explains the keyboard keys used for navigating and making selections within the BIOS setup menus.

Standard CMOS Features

Covers basic system configurations like date, time, and IDE drive settings.

Advanced BIOS Features

Details options for optimizing boot sequence, boot device priority, and other advanced settings.

Advanced Chipset Features

Allows adjustment of chipset registers, AGP settings, and DRAM timings for performance tuning.

Integrated Peripherals

Configuration options for onboard devices like AC97 audio, LAN, USB, and IEEE 1394 controllers.

Power Management Setup

Configuration of ACPI states, suspend modes, and power button functions for energy saving.

H/W Monitor

Displays system hardware status, including CPU temperature, fan speeds, and voltages.

Introduction to DigiCell

DigiCell Utility Overview

Introduces DigiCell as MSI's system utility for monitoring and configuring hardware and software features.

Software Access Point Configuration

Guides users on configuring wireless network access point modes and security settings.

Live Update

Explains how to use Live Update to automatically download and install BIOS, driver, and utility updates online.

Audio Speaker Settings

Details how to configure multi-channel audio output, speaker tests, and sound environments.

VIA SATA RAID Introduction

RAID Basics

Provides foundational knowledge about RAID technology, levels, and benefits.

BIOS Configuration

Instructions on accessing and using the VIA Tech. RAID BIOS for configuring SATA RAID volumes.

Create Disk Array

Step-by-step guide for creating RAID 0 and RAID 1 arrays using Auto Setup or Select Disk Drives.

Install RAID Software & Drivers

Instructions for installing VIA SATA RAID drivers and utility software in Windows operating systems.

Using VIA RAID Tool

Guide on utilizing the VIA RAID Tool for managing RAID arrays, viewing logs, and controller details.

Using 2-, 4- & 6-Channel Audio Function

Installing the Audio Driver

Procedures for installing the VIA VT1617 audio driver for 4-/6-channel audio support.

Software Configuration

Explains how to configure speaker channels, equalizer, and sound effects using the VIA Audio Deck.

Connecting the Speakers

Illustrates how to connect speakers to the motherboard's audio jacks for different channel modes.

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