MSI MS-6378 ATX - Default Chapter; Table of Contents

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Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction ...............................................................1-1
Mainboard Specification ............................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout .....................................................................1-4
Quick Components Guide .........................................................1-5
Key Features ............................................................................1-6
MSI Special Features................................................................1-7
PC Alert™ III .......................................................................1-7
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup ........................................................2-1
Central Processing Unit: CPU ...................................................2-2
CPU Installation Procedures ...............................................2-2
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure................................2-4
CPU Clock Frequency Selection: JFSB1 ............................2-4
Memory ....................................................................................2-5
Introduction to SDRAM .......................................................2-5
DIMM Modules Combination ...............................................2-6
Installing DIMM Modules .....................................................2-6
Power Supply............................................................................2-7
ATX 20-Pin Power Supply....................................................2-7
Back Panel ...............................................................................2-8
Mouse Connector................................................................2-8
Keyboard Connector ...........................................................2-9
USB Connectors .................................................................2-9
Parallel Port Connector .....................................................2-10
Serial Port Connector: COM 1........................................... 2-11
VGA DB 15 Pin Connector ................................................ 2-11
Joystick/Midi Connectors ..................................................2-12
Audio Port Connectors ......................................................2-12
LAN Jack (RJ-45) ..............................................................2-12
Connectors .............................................................................2-13