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SOLTEK 75FRN2 Series - User Manual

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Series 75FRN2: 75FRN2, 75FRN2-L, 75FRN2-R, 75FRN2-RL
Contents
Item Checkup ...........................................................................7
Chapter 1 Specification ............................................. 8
1-1 75FRN2 / 75FRN2-R / 75FRN2-L / 75FRN2-RL Layout ...9
1-2 Mainboard Specifications .................................................... 10
1-2.1 CPU Socket ................................................................................... 10
1-2.2 System Chipsets ........................................................................... 10
1-2.3 Memory ......................................................................................... 10
1-2.4 BIOS............................................................................................... 10
1-2.5 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Interface........................... 11
1-2.6 Advanced System Power Management .................................... 11
1-2.7 Multi-I/O Functions .................................................................... 11
1-2.8 Expansion Slots ............................................................................ 11
1-2.9 AC’97 Audio Codec on board .................................................... 12
1-2.10 Hardware Monitor on board ................................................... 12
1-2.11 Serial ATA RAID Controller (75FRN2-R / RL only) ........... 12
1-2.12 LAN on board (75FRN2-L / 75FRN2-RL only).................... 12
1-2.13 Form Factor................................................................................ 12
1-3 Mainboard Specification Table ........................................... 13
1-4 Chipset System Block Diagram........................................... 14
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup..................................... 16
2-1 CPU Identification and Installation ................................... 17
2-1.1 CPU Identification Legends....................................................... 17
2-1.2 CPU Installation with Socket 462 ............................................. 18
2-2 Memory Installation ............................................................. 19
2-2.2 Dual Channel DDR DIMM configuration............................... 20
2-2.3 To Remove a DIMM ....................................................................20
2-3 AGP Slot Installation ............................................................ 21

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Overview

  1. Function Description
  2. Important Technical Specifications
  3. Usage Features
  4. Maintenance Features

This document is a user manual for the Series 75FRN2, 75FRN2-L, 75FRN2-R, and 75FRN2-RL motherboards, which are designed for AMD processors. The manual provides comprehensive information on the specification, hardware setup, BIOS setup, and RAID controller functionality of these motherboards.

Function Description:

The motherboards in this series are designed to support AMD Athlon, Athlon XP, and Duron processors using Socket 462. They feature an integrated NVIDIA nFORCE2 Ultra 400 (nFORCE2 SPP) plus South Bridge nFORCE2 MCP, or NVIDIA nFORCE2 SPP plus nFORCE2 MCP, which provides a robust system bus. These motherboards support a 400/333/266/200MHz Front Side Bus, AGP 8X/4X interface, LPC Super I/O, dual-channel DDR 400/333/266 MHz SDRAM, 6-channel AC'97 Audio interface, USB 2.0 interface, and ATA 133/100/66 data transfer rate. The RAID controller functionality is specifically available for the 75FRN2-R and 75FRN2-RL models.

Important Technical Specifications:

  • CPU Support: Socket 462 for AMD Athlon, Athlon XP, Duron CPUs.
  • Chipset: NVIDIA nFORCE2 Ultra 400 (nFORCE2 SPP) for North Bridge, and nFORCE2 MCP for South Bridge.
  • FSB: 400/333/266/200MHz.
  • Memory: Dual-channel DDR 400/333/266 SDRAM, up to 3GB in 3 DDR DIMM slots.
  • I/O Chip: Winbond W83627HF.
  • AGP Interface: AGP 8X/4X mode only.
  • Audio: AC'97 Audio Codec, 6-channel compliant.
  • IDE Interface: 2 ATA 133/100/66 IDE Connectors.
  • VGA: Not integrated on board.
  • PCI Slots: 5 PCI Master slots on board.
  • I/O Connectors: 6 USB V2.0, 1 FDD port, 2 COM ports, 1 LPT, 1 IrDA, 1 PS/2 K/B, 1 PS/2 Mouse.
  • SATA Interface: 2 SATA RAID Connectors and 1 RAID IDE Connector (75FRN2-R / RL Only).
  • Networking: LAN Controller nForce2 MCP and Connector RJ45 (75FRN2-L / RL Only).
  • Form Factor: ATX Form Factor, ATX Power Supply, Mainboard size: 305mm x 245mm.
  • RAID Controller (75FRN2-R / RL Only): Supports Serial ATA RAID Controller PDC20376.

Usage Features:

  • CPU Installation: Detailed instructions for installing the CPU into Socket 462, including proper orientation and securing the CPU fan.
  • Memory Installation: Supports dual-channel DDR SDRAM. Users are advised to install DIMMs in specific slots (DIM1 and DIM3) for optimal dual-channel performance. The memory controller supports up to 6.4GB/s with DDR400, 5.4GB/s with DDR333, and 4.2GB/s with DDR266.
  • AGP Slot Installation: Supports AGP 8X/4X cards. The AGP slot is keyed to prevent incorrect installation.
  • IDE Connector Installation: Instructions for connecting IDE devices (hard drives, CD-ROMs) as master or slave. The motherboards also support an optional Serial ATA RAID Controller PDC20376, with specific instructions for connecting SATA devices.
  • Floppy Drive Connector Installation: Standard FDD cable connection.
  • Serial ATA Connectors (75FRN2-R / RL Only): Detailed steps for installing SATA devices and configuring the RAID controller via jumpers (Jp4).
  • ATX Power Supply Installation: Requires a square-shaped +12V Power Connector in addition to the 20-pin Main Power Connector. ATX V2.03 ATX Power Supply is strongly recommended.
  • Jumper Settings: Comprehensive diagrams and descriptions for various jumpers, including CPU Clock Select (Jp2), Anti-burn Shield (ABSII) (Jp5), PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Power On (Jp1&Jp7), Serial ATA RAID Select (Jp4 for 75FRN2-R/RL Only), and Clear CMOS (JBAT1).
  • Other Connectors: Instructions for connecting onboard FAN connectors, USB ports, chassis panel connectors (PS/2 mouse/keyboard, COM, LPT, RJ45, Line In/Out, Front Speaker Out), CD-ROM audio connectors, thermal detectors, Wake On LAN connector, and complex pin-headers for front panel connectors (SMI, Power Switch, Infrared, HDD LED, Suspend LED, Keylock, Power LED, Reset Switch, Speaker).
  • BIOS Setup: The manual provides a detailed guide to the BIOS setup utility, including:
    • About BIOS: Explains BIOS functions like initializing hardware, loading OS, and managing system settings.
    • Run BIOS Setup: Instructions to access BIOS setup by pressing key during POST.
    • About CMOS: Explains CMOS memory and how to resolve "CMOS invalid" or "CMOS checksum invalid" messages.
    • POST (Power On Self Test): Describes the POST process and its role in system startup.
    • Upgrade BIOS: Step-by-step guide for upgrading BIOS using a floppy diskette and the AWDFLASH.EXE utility.
    • CMOS Setup Utility: Detailed descriptions of various BIOS settings categories: Standard CMOS Features, Advanced BIOS Features, Advanced Chipset Features, Integrated Peripherals, Power Management Setup, PnP/PCI Configurations, and SmartDoc Anti-Burn Shield.
    • Standard CMOS Setup: Settings for date, time, IDE primary/secondary master/slave, drive types, video, halt on, base/extended/total memory.
    • Advanced BIOS Features: Settings for virus warning, CPU internal/external cache, quick power on self test, boot device priority, boot up floppy seek, boot up NumLock status, typematic rate/delay, security option, APIC mode, and OS select for DRAM > 64MB.
    • Advanced Chipset Features: Settings for system performance, FSB frequency, CPU interface, memory frequency/timing, FSB spread spectrum, AGP spread spectrum, AGP aperture size, AGP frequency, AGP 8X support, AGP fast write capability, CPU thermal throttling, system BIOS cacheable, video BIOS cacheable, and USB20 HDD.
    • Integrated Peripherals: Settings for OnChip IDE channel, primary/secondary master/slave PIO/UDMA, IDE prefetch mode, Init display first, OnChip USB, USB keyboard support, AC97 audio, MAC LAN, IDE HDD block mode, power on function, KB power on password, hot key power on, onboard FDC controller, onboard serial port, UART mode select, RxD/TxD active, IR transmission delay, UR2 duplex mode, use IR pins, onboard parallel port, parallel port mode, EPP mode select, ECP mode use DMA, and PWRON after PWR-Fail.
    • Power Management Setup: Settings for ACPI function, ACPI suspend type, power management, max/min saving, user define, video off method, V/H sync+blank, blank screen, DPMS support, HDD power down, HDD down in suspend, soft-off by PBTN, WOL(PME#) from soft-off, WOR(RI#) from soft-off, power-on by alarm (day of month, time).
    • PnP/PCI Configuration: Settings for reset configuration data, resources controlled by, IRQ resources, PCI/VGA palette snoop, and PCI slot IRQ assignments.
    • SmartDoc Anti-Burn Shield: Displays CPU temperature, system temperature, CPUFAN speed, CPU Vcore, and various voltage readings (3.3V, +5V, +12V, -12V, VBAT).
    • CPU Ratio/Voltage Control: Settings for CPU ratio, CPU Vcore, AGP voltage, DIMM voltage, and VDD voltage.
    • Load Optimized Defaults: Option to load optimized BIOS default settings.
    • Set Supervisor/User Password: For setting BIOS passwords.
    • Save & Exit Setup / Exit Without Saving: Options to save changes and exit, or exit without saving.
  • RAID Controller (75FRN2-R / RL Only):
    • Before Creating Disk Array: Instructions for enabling the onboard Serial ATA RAID Controller PDC20376 via jumper Jp4.
    • Creating Your Disk Array: Guide to creating different types of RAID arrays (Stripe, Mirroring) using the FastTrak 376 (tm) BIOS Utility.
    • Creating Security Array With Existing Data Drive: Specific steps for creating a security array while preserving existing data.
    • Installing Drivers: Detailed instructions for installing FastTrak 376 drivers for Windows 2000/XP, Windows 95/98, DOS/Windows 3.1x, and Windows NT4.0.

Maintenance Features:

  • BIOS Upgrade: The manual provides a procedure for updating the BIOS, which can be crucial for system stability and compatibility with new hardware.
  • CMOS Reset: Instructions for clearing CMOS settings using the JBAT1 jumper, which can resolve boot issues caused by incorrect BIOS configurations.
  • CPU Overheating Protection: The Jp5 jumper allows users to enable or disable the Anti-burn Shield (ABSII) for CPU overheating protection, particularly for Athlon XP/Duron Morgan CPUs.
  • Troubleshooting Jumpers: The manual includes a section on how to properly handle and configure jumpers to avoid system damage.
  • Driver Installation: Comprehensive guides for installing RAID drivers across various operating systems, ensuring proper functionality of storage devices.
  • System Monitoring: The SmartDoc Anti-Burn Shield feature in BIOS allows users to monitor critical system parameters like CPU temperature, fan speed, and voltages, aiding in proactive maintenance and preventing hardware failures.
  • Power Management: BIOS settings allow for configuration of power-saving features, which can extend the lifespan of components and reduce energy consumption.
  • Password Protection: BIOS password features enable securing the system from unauthorized access to settings.

SOLTEK 75FRN2 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSOLTEK
Model75FRN2 Series
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

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