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MSI MS-7042 User Manual

MSI MS-7042
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Getting Started
Chapter 1. Getting
Started
Thank you for purchasing the MS-7042 v1.X M-ATX
mainboard. The MS-7042 is based on VIA
®
PT800 & VIA
®
8237
chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the ad-
vanced Intel
®
Pentium 4 processor in the 478-pin package, MS-
7042 delivers a high performance and professional desktop plat-
form solution.
Getting Started
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MSI MS-7042 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMSI
ModelMS-7042
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started

Mainboard Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the MS-7042 mainboard, including chipsets and memory support.

Mainboard Layout Overview

Visual guide identifying key components and connectors on the mainboard.

Hardware Setup Guide

CPU Installation and Cooling

Instructions for installing the CPU and its cooling fan to prevent overheating.

Memory Module Installation

Guide for installing DDR SDRAM modules and understanding memory combinations.

Power Supply Connections

Details on connecting ATX 20-pin and 12V CPU power connectors.

Back Panel Connectors

Description of rear panel connectors like PS/2, Parallel, LAN, and USB.

USB, LAN, and IEEE1394 Ports

Explains USB, LAN, and IEEE1394 port functionality and pin definitions.

Serial and Audio Ports

Pin definitions for COM ports and audio connectors.

Parallel Port Connectivity

Details the 25-pin female centronic parallel port connector.

Internal Drive and Fan Connectors

Connectors for Floppy Disk Drive (FDD1) and CPU/System Fan (FANCPU1).

Hard Disk Connectors

Information on IDE1 and IDE2 connectors for hard drives and CD-ROMs.

Front Panel Audio and Input Connectors

Pin definitions for front panel audio (JAUD1), game (JGP1), and line-in (JL_IN1).

Front Panel Switch and USB Headers

Connectors for front panel switches (JFP1) and USB headers (JUSB1/JUSB2).

Jumpers and CMOS Configuration

Explains the use of jumpers, specifically the CMOS clear jumper (JBAT1).

Expansion Slots

Details the AGP and PCI slots for expansion cards.

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