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...; Supports 32/64/128/256/512MB DIMM module socket. − Supports Synchronous DRAM (3.3V). − Support a maximum memory size of any key or any mouse activity. 1-2 Motherboard Description 1.1 Features 1.1.1 Hardware CPU − − Single AMD Socket-A for Athlon TM (Thunderbird TM )/ Athlon TM ... AMD Athlon TM XP 2000+ CPU core speeds. Chipset − Chipset - VIA VT8361/ VT82C686B. − Chipset - LAN Chip Realtek RTL 8100 (Optional). Shadow RAM − A memory controller provide shadow RAM and supports 8-bit ROM BIOS.
...; Supports 32/64/128/256/512MB DIMM module socket. − Supports Synchronous DRAM (3.3V). − Support a maximum memory size of any key or any mouse activity. 1-2 Motherboard Description 1.1 Features 1.1.1 Hardware CPU − − Single AMD Socket-A for Athlon TM (Thunderbird TM )/ Athlon TM ... AMD Athlon TM XP 2000+ CPU core speeds. Chipset − Chipset - VIA VT8361/ VT82C686B. − Chipset - LAN Chip Realtek RTL 8100 (Optional). Shadow RAM − A memory controller provide shadow RAM and supports 8-bit ROM BIOS.
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.... − Supports one Infrared transmission (IR). − Supports PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard. − Supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB floppy disk drivers. 1-3 Flash Memory − Supports flash memory. − Supports ESCD Function.
.... − Supports one Infrared transmission (IR). − Supports PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard. − Supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB floppy disk drivers. 1-3 Flash Memory − Supports flash memory. − Supports ESCD Function.
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Operating System − Offers the highest performance for MS-DOS, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 95/98, Windows ME, Windows XP, SCO UNIX etc. 1.1.3 Accessories − HDD Cable. − FDD Cable. − Flash Memory Writer for BIOS Update. − USB2 Cable (Optional). − Rear I/O Panel for Micro ATX Case (Optional). − Fully Setup Driver CD. 1-6 Supports ACPI. Supports USB Function. Supports APM1.2. Chapter 1 Motherboard Description 1.1.2 Software BIOS AWARD legal BIOS.
Operating System − Offers the highest performance for MS-DOS, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 95/98, Windows ME, Windows XP, SCO UNIX etc. 1.1.3 Accessories − HDD Cable. − FDD Cable. − Flash Memory Writer for BIOS Update. − USB2 Cable (Optional). − Rear I/O Panel for Micro ATX Case (Optional). − Fully Setup Driver CD. 1-6 Supports ACPI. Supports USB Function. Supports APM1.2. Chapter 1 Motherboard Description 1.1.2 Software BIOS AWARD legal BIOS.
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... ICW 230 CONTROL HOST BUS ADD DATA HOST BUS VGA RGB VIA VT8361 KLE 133 CNTL ADDR MEMORY D ATA I DE I DE AMR SLOT AC' 97 CODEC FLASH BIOS VT82C686B PCI BUS 2 USB CONN. CONN. M7VKQ Micro ATX(FSB: 133/100MHz) SUPPORTS 2 DIMMS SUPPORT 1 ISA SLOT SUPPORTS 3 PCI SLOTS SUPPORT TELEPHONY SUPPORT 1 AMR...
... ICW 230 CONTROL HOST BUS ADD DATA HOST BUS VGA RGB VIA VT8361 KLE 133 CNTL ADDR MEMORY D ATA I DE I DE AMR SLOT AC' 97 CODEC FLASH BIOS VT82C686B PCI BUS 2 USB CONN. CONN. M7VKQ Micro ATX(FSB: 133/100MHz) SUPPORTS 2 DIMMS SUPPORT 1 ISA SLOT SUPPORTS 3 PCI SLOTS SUPPORT TELEPHONY SUPPORT 1 AMR...
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.../ 256MB/ 512MB DIMM Module (168pin). Chapter 1 Motherboard Description 1.4 RAM Module Installation 1.4.1 DIMM DRAM Access Time: 3.3V Unbuffered SDRAM PC66/ PC100 and PC133 Type required. Total Memory Size (MB) 64 M 128 M 256 M 512 M 128 M 256 M 512 M 1024 M 160 M 288 M 544 M 192 M 320 M 576 M 192 M 384 M 640 M 320 M 384 M 768 M 576 M 640 M 768...
.../ 256MB/ 512MB DIMM Module (168pin). Chapter 1 Motherboard Description 1.4 RAM Module Installation 1.4.1 DIMM DRAM Access Time: 3.3V Unbuffered SDRAM PC66/ PC100 and PC133 Type required. Total Memory Size (MB) 64 M 128 M 256 M 512 M 128 M 256 M 512 M 1024 M 160 M 288 M 544 M 192 M 320 M 576 M 192 M 384 M 640 M 320 M 384 M 768 M 576 M 640 M 768...
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The Mounting Holes and plastic tabs should fit over the edge and hold the DIMM memory modules in one direction. 2. The DIMM socket has a " Plastic Safety Tab", and the DIMM memory module has an "Asymmetrical notch", so the DIMM memory module can only fit into the place. 3. Insert the DIMM memory modules into the socket at a 90-degree angle, and then push down vertically so that it will fit into the slot in place. 1-14 Push the tabs out. Chapter 1 Motherboard Description 1.4.2 How to install a DIMM Module 1.
The Mounting Holes and plastic tabs should fit over the edge and hold the DIMM memory modules in one direction. 2. The DIMM socket has a " Plastic Safety Tab", and the DIMM memory module has an "Asymmetrical notch", so the DIMM memory module can only fit into the place. 3. Insert the DIMM memory modules into the socket at a 90-degree angle, and then push down vertically so that it will fit into the slot in place. 1-14 Push the tabs out. Chapter 1 Motherboard Description 1.4.2 How to install a DIMM Module 1.
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... power management modes are implemented via the System Management Interrupt (SMI). This special information is a custom version of configuring your computer system's ROM (Read Only Memory) is then stored in your system by using Setup. Power management features are supported. The Award BIOS™ installed in battery-backed RAM so that...
... power management modes are implemented via the System Management Interrupt (SMI). This special information is a custom version of configuring your computer system's ROM (Read Only Memory) is then stored in your system by using Setup. Power management features are supported. The Award BIOS™ installed in battery-backed RAM so that...
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.... Confirmation message will be displayed before proceeding. Update BIOS This submenu allows you to update bios. 2-5 Exit Without Saving Abandon all configuration changes to CMOS (memory) and exit setup. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Set User Password If the Supervisor Password is set , then the User Password will function in the same way...
.... Confirmation message will be displayed before proceeding. Update BIOS This submenu allows you to update bios. 2-5 Exit Without Saving Abandon all configuration changes to CMOS (memory) and exit setup. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Set User Password If the Supervisor Password is set , then the User Password will function in the same way...
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Displays the total memory available in which you want the BIOS to stop the POST process and notify you. Displays the amount of conventional memory detected during boot up . Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Item Halt On Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory Options All Errors No Errors All, but Keyboard All, but Diskette All, but Disk/ Key N/A N/A N/A Description Select the situation in the system. 2-8 Displays the amount of extended memory detected during boot up .
Displays the total memory available in which you want the BIOS to stop the POST process and notify you. Displays the amount of conventional memory detected during boot up . Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Item Halt On Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory Options All Errors No Errors All, but Keyboard All, but Diskette All, but Disk/ Key N/A N/A N/A Description Select the situation in the system. 2-8 Displays the amount of extended memory detected during boot up .
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... selected in use, you may improve performance. External Cache This option you to enable or disable "Level 2" secondary cache which may be able to increase memory access time with two floppy drives, this option will cause an abridged version of the Power On Self-Test (POST) to execute after you power...
... selected in use, you may improve performance. External Cache This option you to enable or disable "Level 2" secondary cache which may be able to increase memory access time with two floppy drives, this option will cause an abridged version of the Power On Self-Test (POST) to execute after you power...
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... Control For OS The BIOS supports versions 1.1 and 1.4 of the Intel multiprocessor specification. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Security Option This option will enable only individuals with memory exceeding 64MB. This will only apply if passwords are set from the BIOS to access the Setup Utility only.
... Control For OS The BIOS supports versions 1.1 and 1.4 of the Intel multiprocessor specification. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Security Option This option will enable only individuals with memory exceeding 64MB. This will only apply if passwords are set from the BIOS to access the Setup Utility only.
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... manages bus speeds and access to configure the specific features of the chipset installed on your system have been changed unless you to the system memory resources, such as DRAM and external cache. Figure 4. The Choices: Enabled (default), Disabled. DRAM Clock This item determines DRAM Clock following 100 or 133MHz. It...
... manages bus speeds and access to configure the specific features of the chipset installed on your system have been changed unless you to the system memory resources, such as DRAM and external cache. Figure 4. The Choices: Enabled (default), Disabled. DRAM Clock This item determines DRAM Clock following 100 or 133MHz. It...
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...is reserved, it cannot be cached. Do not reset this area is installed, the number of clock cycles of the PCI memory address range dedicated for more information. Memory Hole When enabled, you are forwarded to the AGP without any program writes to system BIOS ROM addressed at F0000H-FFFFFH is... cached, provided that hit the aperture range are installing for graphics memory address space. When this field from the default value specified by the system designer. System BIOS Cacheable When enabled, accesses to this...
...is reserved, it cannot be cached. Do not reset this area is installed, the number of clock cycles of the PCI memory address range dedicated for more information. Memory Hole When enabled, you are forwarded to the AGP without any program writes to system BIOS ROM addressed at F0000H-FFFFFH is... cached, provided that hit the aperture range are installing for graphics memory address space. When this field from the default value specified by the system designer. System BIOS Cacheable When enabled, accesses to this...
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The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. The Choices: 300-303H, 310-313H, 320-323H, 330-333H (default). The Choices: Enabled (default), Disabled. 2-21 MPU-401 Enable or Disable MPU-401 function. Game Port (200-207H) Change the joystick connects port address. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup SB DMA Select Change the SoundBlaster Pro direct memory access setting. The Choices: DMA0, DMA1 (default), DMA2, DMA3. MPU-401 I/O Address Change the SoundBlaster Pro MPU-401 I/O address.
The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. The Choices: 300-303H, 310-313H, 320-323H, 330-333H (default). The Choices: Enabled (default), Disabled. 2-21 MPU-401 Enable or Disable MPU-401 function. Game Port (200-207H) Change the joystick connects port address. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup SB DMA Select Change the SoundBlaster Pro direct memory access setting. The Choices: DMA0, DMA1 (default), DMA2, DMA3. MPU-401 I/O Address Change the SoundBlaster Pro MPU-401 I/O address.
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... is chosen, the system is forced to the "Disabled" mode. The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. PCI / ISA PnP signifies that there are assigned to the memory locations. Be sure that a resource is chosen, the system's ESCD will detect the system resources and automatically assign the relative IRQ and DMA channel for...
... is chosen, the system is forced to the "Disabled" mode. The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. PCI / ISA PnP signifies that there are assigned to the memory locations. Be sure that a resource is chosen, the system's ESCD will detect the system resources and automatically assign the relative IRQ and DMA channel for...
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... OK, but system is spinning. Trouble Shooting PROBLEM No power to breaker or fuse blown. Make sure power cable is unplugged. PROBABLE CAUSE DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Memory DIMM is securely module snaps into place. Indicator light on keyboard does not turn on . Power light does not illuminate, fan inside power supply does...
... OK, but system is spinning. Trouble Shooting PROBLEM No power to breaker or fuse blown. Make sure power cable is unplugged. PROBABLE CAUSE DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Memory DIMM is securely module snaps into place. Indicator light on keyboard does not turn on . Power light does not illuminate, fan inside power supply does...
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PROBABLE CAUSE Screen saver is disconnected. DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Disable screen saver. Check keys again, if no improvement replace keyboard. 3-4 DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Reboot computer. Computer virus. DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Reconnect keyboard. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Memory problem. PROBLEM Screen goes blank periodically. Reinstall memory, make sure that all memory modules are installed in correct sockets. Chapter 3 Trouble Shooting No screen. Use anti-virus programs to detect and clean viruses. Keyboard failure. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Keyboard is enabled.
PROBABLE CAUSE Screen saver is disconnected. DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Disable screen saver. Check keys again, if no improvement replace keyboard. 3-4 DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Reboot computer. Computer virus. DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION Reconnect keyboard. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Memory problem. PROBLEM Screen goes blank periodically. Reinstall memory, make sure that all memory modules are installed in correct sockets. Chapter 3 Trouble Shooting No screen. Use anti-virus programs to detect and clean viruses. Keyboard failure. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Keyboard is enabled.
M7VKQ compatibility test report
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CONTENTS PRODUCT INFORMATION 5 Motherboard General Information 5 Chipset Details ...5 BIOS Details ...5 CPU Supports...5 Memory Supports...5 On-board Features and Devices 5 Mechanical ...6 DESIGN REVIEW 8 Mainboard Voltage Measurement 8 Bus Clock ...8 REQUIRED BIOS DEFAULT SETTINGS 9 BIOS FEATURES SETUP 9 CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP 9 POWER ...
CONTENTS PRODUCT INFORMATION 5 Motherboard General Information 5 Chipset Details ...5 BIOS Details ...5 CPU Supports...5 Memory Supports...5 On-board Features and Devices 5 Mechanical ...6 DESIGN REVIEW 8 Mainboard Voltage Measurement 8 Bus Clock ...8 REQUIRED BIOS DEFAULT SETTINGS 9 BIOS FEATURES SETUP 9 CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP 9 POWER ...
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Joystick...43 Keyboard ...44 LAN Card...44 LAN HUB ...45 Memory ...45 Modem Card...46 Mouse ...46 Monitor...47 Power Supply ...47 Printer ...48 Scanner ...48 SCSI Card...48 Sound Card...49 USB HUB...49 ZIP/...
Joystick...43 Keyboard ...44 LAN Card...44 LAN HUB ...45 Memory ...45 Modem Card...46 Mouse ...46 Monitor...47 Power Supply ...47 Printer ...48 Scanner ...48 SCSI Card...48 Sound Card...49 USB HUB...49 ZIP/...
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...Support CNR Slot Support 1 2 3 4 None Yes No Yes No ACR Slot Support Yes No Number of Memory Supported ECC Support SDRAM 1024 (MB) DIMM 2 . PRODUCT INFORMATION Motherboard General Information Vendor Biostar Model Number Version Number Platform M7 VKQ V0.90/V0.92/V1.0/V1.1 AT ATX Micro ATX Flex ATX... XP AMD Duron Max =1400 MHz Max =2000+ Max =1300 MHz Max =133 MHz Max =133 MHz Max =100 MHz Memory Supports Maximum Memory Support Number of Memory Slots Type of Shared Slots 1 None 100/133 MHz Front Side Bus Supports Yes No PCI v2.2 Compliance Yes No ATA-3 Compliance...
...Support CNR Slot Support 1 2 3 4 None Yes No Yes No ACR Slot Support Yes No Number of Memory Supported ECC Support SDRAM 1024 (MB) DIMM 2 . PRODUCT INFORMATION Motherboard General Information Vendor Biostar Model Number Version Number Platform M7 VKQ V0.90/V0.92/V1.0/V1.1 AT ATX Micro ATX Flex ATX... XP AMD Duron Max =1400 MHz Max =2000+ Max =1300 MHz Max =133 MHz Max =133 MHz Max =100 MHz Memory Supports Maximum Memory Support Number of Memory Slots Type of Shared Slots 1 None 100/133 MHz Front Side Bus Supports Yes No PCI v2.2 Compliance Yes No ATA-3 Compliance...