TYAN Tiger MPX S2466 - User Manual

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Summary

Before You Begin

Check the Box Contents

Lists essential components included in the retail motherboard package for installation.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Hardware Specifications

Details the physical and electrical characteristics of the motherboard, including processor, chipset, memory, and expansion slots.

Software Specifications

Outlines supported operating systems and tested software configurations for the motherboard.

Chapter 2: Board Installation

Board Overview

Provides a visual representation and identification of the S2466 Tiger MPX motherboard's layout and key components.

Board Jumpers

Explains the purpose and configuration of various jumpers on the motherboard for system setup.

Front Panel Connector

Describes the function of the front panel connector (J12) for chassis LEDs and switches.

CMOS Reset

Details the procedure for resetting the CMOS settings using the J21 header.

CPU Front Side Bus and PCI Bus Configuration

Guides on setting CPU front side bus speed jumpers and forcing the PCI bus to 33MHz.

Optional LAN, USB, and SMBus Connectors

Describes connector functions for optional LAN, secondary USB, and reserved SMBus.

Chassis Intrusion and LAN LED Headers

Explains headers for chassis intrusion detection and front panel LAN activity LED.

Drive Power and Fan Connectors

Details the auxiliary drive power connector (J98) and the locations of fan connectors for cooling systems.

Motherboard Mounting

Provides instructions and diagrams for correctly installing the motherboard into a computer chassis using support studs.

Installing the Memory

Explains RAM types, key considerations, and the procedure for installing memory modules into the motherboard slots.

Installing Processors and Heatsinks

Guides on installing AMD processors and their corresponding heatsinks, ensuring proper seating and cooling.

Attaching Drive Cables

Covers attaching IDE cables to drives and connecting them to the motherboard's primary and secondary IDE channels.

Installing Add-in Cards

Describes how to identify and install expansion cards into the appropriate PCI and AGP slots on the motherboard.

Connecting External Devices

Details the motherboard's rear ATX port stack for connecting keyboards, mice, USB, serial, and printer devices.

Installing the Power Supply

Details the motherboard's power connector requirements and options for installing various ATX power supplies.

Finishing Up Hardware Installation

Final checks for cable connections and jumper settings before closing the computer chassis.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

BIOS Setup Navigation and Basics

Explains how to navigate the BIOS setup utility, access help, and general advice on configuration changes.

Main BIOS Setup

Covers basic system time, date, and floppy drive settings in the BIOS.

Advanced BIOS Setup

Details BIOS options for I/O device interfaces, USB, serial, and parallel port configurations.

Chipset Configuration

Details BIOS settings related to graphics aperture, ECC memory, and SERR signal conditions.

Keyboard and I;O Configuration

Covers BIOS settings for keyboard behavior, auto-repeat rate/delay, and I/O device configurations.

PCI and IRQ Configuration

Explains BIOS options for PCI slots, bus mastering, latency, and PCI/PnP IRQ assignments.

Security Setup

Covers BIOS settings for system security, including supervisor and boot passwords.

Power Setup and Management

Details BIOS settings for power saving features like ACPI, standby, and system resume.

Boot Setup

Details BIOS settings for boot device order and priority.

Exit BIOS Setup

Explains how to save or discard changes and exit the BIOS setup utility.

Chapter 4: System Resources

Troubleshooting Beep Codes

Provides information on interpreting audible beep codes to diagnose hardware errors during system startup.

BIOS Flash Utility

Explains the use of the BIOS flash utility for updating the motherboard's firmware and where to find necessary files.

Appendix I: Glossary

Technical Support

Help Resources

Lists available support channels, including FAQs, website, dealer contact, and user groups.

Returning Merchandise for Service

Outlines the process for returning products for warranty service, including RMA requirements.

Regulatory and Safety Notices

TYAN Tiger MPX S2466 Specifications

General

Form Factor	ATX
CPU Socket Type	Socket A
Chipset	AMD 760MPX
Memory Slots	4
Memory Type	DDR SDRAM
Maximum Memory	4 GB
Onboard Video	No
Onboard Audio	No
SATA	0
Expansion Slots	1 AGP Pro, 5 PCI
IDE	2 x IDE