Manual Revision History Revision Manual Revision History Date of Release Rev 2.0 First released copy of Mother 01/02/2004 Boards adopts Intel chipsets: Intel 875P and Intel ICH5 Copyright Announcement All materials mentioned and described in this manual are the literary property of the manufacturer.
Safety Instructions 1. Please read these safety instructions carefully. 2. Please keep this User‘s Manual for later reference. 1. Please place the equipment on a reliable flat surface before installation. 4. Make sure the voltage of the power source when you try to connect the equipment to the power outlet.
Packing Item Checklist 875PMAX Motherboard Cable for IDE/Floppy Cable for Serial ATA IDE Port x 2 CD for motherboard utilities Cable for 1394 Ports (One port) SPDIF-IN/SPDIF-OUT Adaptor Cable for USB Port 3/4 (Option) □ 875PMAX User’s Manual Intel Pentium 4 Processor Family Cooling Solutions As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher performance, thermal management becomes increasingly crucial when building computer...
Chapter 1 Introduction of 875PMAX motherboard Thank you for purchasing 875PMAX which provides extremely performance and meets future specification demand. This chapter describes the features of the 875PMAX motherboard. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
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Multi-RAID solution The motherboard has the Promise PDC20378 controller to support multi-RAID ® solution by using Serial ATA/150 and Ultra ATA/133 hard disks. The RAID0 (striping), RAID1 (mirroring), and RAID 0+1 provide a cost-effective high-performance solution for added system performance and reliability. AGP 8X support The motherboard supports the latest graphic architecture, the AGP Pro/8X interface (AGP 3.0), offering 2.1GB/s bandwidth which is twice that of its...
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CPU Over Heat Protection The built-in circuitry will detect fan status (speed, improper installed) and processor temperature to determine if there will be possible overheat on the processor. The mechanism will automatically shut down power to protect the processor from possible heat damage. Over Current/Under Voltage Protection Any faulty mechanical actions causing over current or under voltage on processor, AGP and DRAM socket will be detected and accordingly trigger...
Performance List The following performance data list is the testing result of some popular benchmark testing programs. These data are just referred by users, and there is no responsibility for different testing data values gotten by users (the different Hardware & Software configuration will result in different benchmark testing results.) Performance Test Report CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.53GHz (533MHz FSB)/3GHZ (800MHz FSB) mPGAB package...
Motherboard Overview PRINT PS/2 Mouse LINE-IN PS/2 Keyboard LINE-OUT COM1 COM2 USB1 UL_B CPU Socket PS2 KB/Mouse Port CPU FAN K/B Power ON Jumper ATX 12V Power Connector (JP1) ATX Power Connector PC99 Back Panel USB Power ON Jumper (JP2) DDR DIMMx4 USB Port ATA 100 IDE Connector...
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Jumpers Jumper Name Description Page CMOS RAM Clear 3-pin Block Keyboard Power On Enable/Disabled 3-pin Block P.10 USB Power On Enable/Disabled 3-pin Block P.10 Connectors Connector Name Description Page ATXPWR ATX Power Connector 20-pin Block P.18 ATX12V ATX 12V Power Connector 4-pin Block P.18 USB1, JUSB1, JUSB2...
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation This chapter describes the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes details on the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. Motherboard Installation Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Steps of Hardware Installation Before using your computer, you had better complete the following steps: Check motherboard setting Install CPU Install memory Install expansion cards Connect ribbon cables, panel wires, and power supply Setup BIOS Install software driver & utility Checking Motherboard’s Jumper Setting (1) CMOS RAM Clear (3-pin) : JP3 A battery must be used to retain the motherboard configuration in CMOS RAM short...
(2) Keyboard Power On function Enabled/Disabled: JP1 USB Power on function Enabled/Disabled: JP2 When set as Enabled you can use keyboard to power on the system by password key-in, and use USB device to wake up the system. JP1 1-2 closed K/B Power ON Disabled (Default) JP1 2-3 closed K/B Power ON Enabled 1-2 closed USB Power On Disabled (Default) 2-3 closed USB Power On Enabled...
Note! To use the Hyper-Threading Technology on this motherboard: 1. Buy an Intel Pentium 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. Install the CPU. 2. Power up the system and enter BIOS Setup (see Chapter 4). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled.
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Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Note! 1). The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase.
Caution: 1). Make sure that the fan and retention mechanism assembly perfectly fits the heatsink and module base, otherwise you cannot snap the hooks into the holes. 2). Keep the retention locks lifted upward while fitting the retention mechanism to the module base. 3.
For Dual channel Limited! 1. Dual channel function only supports when 2 DIMM Modules plug in either both DIMM1 & DIMM3 or DIMM2 &DIMM4, or four DIMM Modules plug in DIMM1~DIMM4. 2. DIMM1 & DIMM3, or DIMM2 & DIMM4 must be the same type, same size, same frequency for dual channel function.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2-6-4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
2-7-2 Assigning IRQs For Expansion Card Some expansion cards need an IRQ to operate. Generally, an IRQ must be exclusively assigned. In a standard design, there are 16 IRQs available, but most of them might already be in use. Standard Interrupt Assignments Priority Standard function System Timer...
2-7-4 AGP Slot This motherboard provides an AGP Slot, only support the 1.5V 4X/0.8V 8X AGP VGA card. Do not use AGP 2X card (3.3V) in this motherboard. It will burn and damage the motherboard due to Intel® 875 chipset can not support AGP 2X (3.3V). The AGP Slot also supports AGP Digital Display Card for digital display and TV-out.
2-8 Connectors, Headers 2-8-1 Connectors (1) Power Connector (20-pin block) : ATXPWR ATX Power Supply connector. This is a new defined 20-pins connector that usually comes with ATX case. The ATX Power Supply allows to use soft power on momentary switch that connect from the front panel switch to 2-pins Power On jumper pole on the motherboard.
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(3) USB Port connector: USB1, JUSB1, JUSB2 USB1 UL_B JUSB1 JUSB2 (4) USB Port connector: UL _ B (USB) The connectors are 4-pin connector that connect USB devices to the system board. (5) LAN Port connector: LAN This connector is standard RJ45 connector for Network connector. (6) PS/2 Mouse &...
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(10) Floppy drive Connector (34-pin block): FDD This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. After connecting the single plug end to motherboard, connect the two plugs at other end to the floppy drives. Pin 1 Floppy Drive Connector (11) Primary IDE Connector (40-pin block): IDE1 This connector supports the provided IDE hard disk ribbon cable.
(13) Third IDE Connector (40-pin block): IDE3 This connector supports the provided IDE hard disk ribbon cable. After connecting the single plug end to motherboard, connect the two plugs at other end to your hard disk(s). Please refer to the documentation of your hard disk for the jumper settings. IDE3 Pin 1 Third IDE Connector...
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(2) USB Port Headers (9-pin) : USB2 The header is used for connecting the additional USB port plug. By attaching an option USB cable, your can be provided with two additional USB plugs affixed to the back panel. USB2 Pin 1 USB Port Headers (3) 1394 Port Headers (9-pin): 1394A, 1394B 1394A...
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JW_FP SPEAK Pin 1 Pin 1 System Case Connections (9) Wake On-LAN Headers (3-pin) : WOL This connector connects to a LAN card with a WAKE ON-LAN output. This connector power up the system when a wake up signal is received through the LAN card. NOTE: This feature requires that Wake On LAN or Ring In Wake up is enabled.
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(11) IR infrared module Headers (5-pin) : IR This connector supports the optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. You must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to use the IR function. Pin 1 IR infrared module Headers (12) CD Audio-In Headers (4-pin) : CDIN CDIN are the connectors for CD-Audio Input signal.
Starting Up Your Computer After all connection are made, close your computer case cover. Be sure all the switch are off, and check that the power supply input voltage is set to proper position, usually in-put voltage is 220V∼240V or 110V∼120V depending on your country’s voltage used.
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Introducing BIOS The BIOS is a program stored in a flash memory on the motherboard. The program serves as a bridge between motherboard and operating system.
Getting Help Main Menu The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen. Status Page Setup Menu/Option Page Setup Menu Press F1 to pop up a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item.
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Use this Menu for basic system configurations. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to set the Advanced Features available on your system. Advanced Chipset Features Use this menu to change the values in the chipset registers and optimize your system’s performance.
The items in Standard CMOS Setup Menu are divided into categories. There might be no, one, or more than one setup items in the category. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> keys to select the value you want in each item. CMOS Setup Utility –...
Precomp write precomp Landing Zone landing zone number of sectors Sector Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility – Copyright(C) 1984-2003 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features Anti-Virus Protection Disabled CPU L1 & L2 Cache Enabled Item Help CPU Hyper Threading Disabled Quick Power On Self Test Enabled Menu Level >...
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Enabled (default) Enable cache Disable cache Disabled Note: The internal cache is built in the processor. External Cache Choose Enabled or Disabled. This option enables the Level 2 cache memory. CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking Choose Enabled or Disabled. This option enables the Level 2 cache memory ECC (error check correction).
Sets the number of times a second to repeat a keystroke when you hold the key down. The settings are: 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24, and 30. Typematic Delay (Msec) Sets the delay time after the key is held down before is begins to repeat the keystroke. The settings are 250, 500, 750, and 1000.
System BIOS Cacheable Selecting Enabled allows caching of the system BIOS ROM at F0000h-FFFFFh, resulting in better system performance. However, if any program writes to this memory area, a system error may result. The settings are: Enabled and Disabled. Video RAM Cacheable Select Enabled allows caching of the video BIOS, resulting in better system performance.
When synchronous DRAM is installed, the number of clock cycles of CAS latency depends on the DRAM timing. The settings are: 2T and 2.5T. Note: Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. SDRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay This field let’s you insert a timing delay between the CAS and RAS strobe signals, used when DRAM is written to, read from, or refreshed.
CMOS Setup Utility – Copyright(C) 1984-2003 Award Software Onboard IDE Function OnChip Primary PCI IDE Enabled Item Help OnChip Secondary PCI IDE Enabled Primary Master Auto Primary Slave Auto Menu Level >> Secondary Master PIO Auto Secondary Slave PIO Auto Primary Master UDMA Auto...
The settings are: Disabled, Auto, Combined Mode, Enhanced Mode, SATA Only. Default setting is Auto. Due to the Intel ICH5 Specification limited only provided two controllers. When plug the Serial ATA hard drive in SATA1 or SATA2 only can support either IDE1 or IDE2 can works in Windows 9X/ME/2000.
CMOS Setup Utility – Copyright(C) 1984-2003 Award Software Onboard Super IO Function Onboard FDD Controller Enabled Item Help Onboard Serial Port 1 3F8/IRQ4 Onboard Serial Port 2 2F8/IRQ3 Menu Level >> UART2 Mode Select Normal RxD, TxD Active Hi, Lo IR Transmission Delay Enabled IR Duplex Mode...
To operate the onboard parallel port as Standard Parallel Port only, choose “SPP.” To operate the onboard parallel port in the EPP modes simultaneously, choose “EPP.” By choosing “ECP”, the onboard parallel port will operate in ECP mode only. Choosing “ECP+EPP”...
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This determines the manner in which the monitor is blanked. The choice are Yes → Video will off , and No→ Video always On. Video Off Method This determines the manner in which the monitor is blanked. DPMS (default) Initial display power management signaling. This option only writes blanks to the video buffer.
Reset Configuration Data Normally, you leave this field Disabled. Select Enabled to reset Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) when you exit Setup if you have installed a new add-on and the system reconfiguration has caused such a serious conflict that the operating system can not boot. The settings are: Enabled and Disabled.
3-11 PC Health Status This section shows the Status of you CPU, Fan, Warning for overall system status. This is only available if there is Hardware Monitor onboard. CMOS Setup Utility – Copyright(C) 1984-2003 Award Software PC Health Status Shutdown Temperature Disabled Item Help CPU Warning Temperature...
3-12 Miscellaneous Control This section is for setting CPU Frequency/Voltage Control. CMOS Setup Utility – Copyright(C) 1984-2003 Award Software Miscellaneous Control CPU Clock Ratio Item Help Auto Detect PCI Clk Enabled Spread Spectrum Disabled ** Current Host Clock is 100/33MHz ** Menu Level >...
3-13 Load Standard/Optimized Defaults Load Standard Defaults When you press <Enter> on this item, you get confirmation dialog box with a message similar to: Load Standard Defaults (Y/N)? N Pressing <Y> loads the BIOS default values for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations.
Driver & Free Program Installation Check your package and there is A MAGIC INSTALL CD included. This CD consists of all DRIVERS you need and some free application programs and utility programs. In addition, this CD also include an auto detect software which can tell you which hardware is installed, and which DRIVERS needed so that your system can function properly.
After you have completed the installation of your operation system (WINDOWS 98SE). You will find an UNKNOWN DEVICE in the device manager (START/SETTING/CONTROL PANEL/ SYSTEM/DEVICE MANAGER). You have to install INF driver as shown below: 1. Click INF when MAGIC INSTALL 2.
1. Click SOUND when MAGIC INSTALL 2. Click Install Device Driver and Applications MENU appears 3. Choose English when Setup Language screen 4. Click Next when copyright Issue appears, appears and Click OK click Next or choose BROWSE to change the path for the file to be store 5.
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9. This is the C-Media Audio Rack Play table 10. Click Start\Program\PCI Audio Application\ Multi-Channel Audio Demo to test the 6CH Speaker position 11. Click C-Media Mixer\Advanced\Speakers, 12. Enable USING Xear 3D, you can select 4/6 this is the C-Media Audio speaker Speakers Xear Functions Configuration setting.
4-5 Install Promise PDC20378 SERIAL ATA Controller Driver Windows 98SE/ME Driver installation 1. Click SATA when Magic Install Menu appears 2. Install Promise PDC20378 serial ATA Driver 3. Click YES and restart your computer Windows 2000/XP Driver installation 1. Boot from Windows 2000/XP,and go to: Control panel\System\Hardware\Device Manager 2.
Install Promise PDC20378 FastTrak Controller Driver 1. Click RAID when Magic Install Menu appears 2. Install Promise PDC20378 RAID Driver 3. Click YES and restart your computer Windows 2000/XP Driver installation 1. Boot from Windows 2000/XP , go to: Control panel\System\Hardware\Device Manager 2.
PC-HEALTH Intel 875 PC-Health Monitor The path of the file is X:\INTEL865\HW30\SETUP.EXE (Only support WINDOWS 98SE/ME) In Windows 98,Winbond Hardware Doctor Monitoring Software needs some system files to copy in utility that’s why it needs install PC-HEALTH twice to complete the setup. Click PC-Health when Magic Install Menu Click Next when Winbond Hardware Doctor appears...
7. This is a CPU/System Fan Speed and 8. This is a CPU and System Memory status Temperature status information information MBIOS&DX9 Install BIOS Live Update Utility and DIRECTX9 1. Click Magic BIOS when Magic Install MENU 2. Click Next to install the Magic BIOS in appears Destination Folder 3.
Click Yes if you want to update the BIOS When System programming BIOS don’t turn otherwise choose No to exit off power after finish update BIOS, the system will clear CMOS and automatically Restart When choose From Local Driver to update 10.
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3. This is the license agreement, select "I Accept 4. Click NEXT and Enter your Customer the terms" and then click NEXT Information, then click NEXT or choose change the path for the file to be stored 5. Click INSTALL, and start to install the 6.
4-10 HOW TO UPDATE BIOS Before update BIOS please choose Disabled in “Flash Part Write Protect” item on “Miscellaneous Control” in BIOS Setup. Please refer to page for detail. Method 1. Use “Magic BIOS” to update BIOS in Windows 98 (refer page Method 2.
4-11 RAID configurations The motherboard includes the Promise® PDC20378 controller chipset to support Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) configurations. Using two Serial ATA hard disks on SATA_RAID1/SATA_RAID2 interfaces, and two ATA133 hard disks on the PRI_RAID interface, you may set up RAID0, RAID1, RAID0+1, and Multi-RAID configurations. Use the MBFastTrak378™...
4-11-1 Install the hard disks The PDC20378 chipset supports Ultra ATA/133/100/66 hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. • If you are creating a RAID 0 (striping) array for performance, use two new drives. •...
4-11-2 Enter the MBFastBuild™ utility 1. Boot the system. If this is the first time you boot the system with the new hard disks installed and connected to the ATAIDE connectors on the motherboard, the MBFastTrak378™ BIOS displays the following: SATA378 TX2plus ™...
4-11-3 Creating a RAID 0 array (Performance) 1. In the FastBuild™ utility main menu, press “1” to select Auto Setup. The following screen appears. FastBuild ™ Utility 2.00 2002-2005 Promise Technology, Inc. [Auto Setup Options Menu] Optimize Array for: Performance [Array Setup Configuration] Mode..........Stripe...
4-11-4 Creating a RAID 1 array (Security) Creating a Security Array with New Drives 1. In the FastBuild™ utility main menu, press “1” to select Auto Setup. FastBuild ™ Utility 2.00 2002-2005 Promise Technology, Inc. [Auto Setup Options Menu] Optimize Array for: Security [Array Setup Configuration]...
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6. Press any key to reboot the system. During the boot process, the MBFastTrak376 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information. MBFastTrak376 ™ BIOS Version 1.00 2002-2005 Promise Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Mode SIZE TRACK-MAPPING STATUS 1x2 Mirror 1628M 027/64/63 Functional...
6. Press <Ctrl-Y> to save the selection and start the duplication. The following message appears: Start to duplicate the image... Do you want to continue? (Yes/No) Y – Continue N - Abort 7. Select Y to continue. Select N to return to the main menu. 8.