User Guide
Page 2
... 15 of this equipment in a residential area is operated in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Micro-Star International MS-6580 Tested to correct the interference at his own expense. Operation of the FCC rules. VOIR LA NOTICE D'INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Manual Rev...
... 15 of this equipment in a residential area is operated in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Micro-Star International MS-6580 Tested to correct the interference at his own expense. Operation of the FCC rules. VOIR LA NOTICE D'INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Manual Rev...
User Guide
Page 8
Getting Started Chapter 1. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® Pentium 4/Celeron processor in the 478-pin package, the 845GE Max mainboard delivers a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. 1-1 Getting Started Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. The 845GE Max mainboard is based on Intel® 845GE & ICH4 chipsets for purchasing the 845GE Max (MS-6580 v2.X) ATX mainboard.
Getting Started Chapter 1. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® Pentium 4/Celeron processor in the 478-pin package, the 845GE Max mainboard delivers a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. 1-1 Getting Started Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. The 845GE Max mainboard is based on Intel® 845GE & ICH4 chipsets for purchasing the 845GE Max (MS-6580 v2.X) ATX mainboard.
User Guide
Page 9
...- Integrated LAN controller Main Memory h Supports two 184-pin DDR200/DDR266/DDR333 DIMMs h Supports Max. memory size of 2GB Slots h One AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) 4x slot (support ...ATA66/100 operation modes h Can connect up * (*not tested yet) Chipsets h Intel® 845GE chipsets - Integrated graphic controller - AC'97 2.2 interface - 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports - 2 channel... - Support 400/533 MHz Intel NetBurst micro-architecture bus h Intel® ICH4 chipset - MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Mainboard Specifications CPU h Supports Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium 4/Celeron processors h...
...- Integrated LAN controller Main Memory h Supports two 184-pin DDR200/DDR266/DDR333 DIMMs h Supports Max. memory size of 2GB Slots h One AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) 4x slot (support ...ATA66/100 operation modes h Can connect up * (*not tested yet) Chipsets h Intel® 845GE chipsets - Integrated graphic controller - AC'97 2.2 interface - 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports - 2 channel... - Support 400/533 MHz Intel NetBurst micro-architecture bus h Intel® ICH4 chipset - MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Mainboard Specifications CPU h Supports Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium 4/Celeron processors h...
User Guide
Page 11
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Mainboard Layout Top : mouse Bottom: keyboard JPW1 T:LAN jack (optional) B:USB ports CPUFAN1 ATX Power Supply Top : Game port Bottom: Line-Out Line-In Mic Intel 845GE chipset AGP Slot BIOS DDR 1 DDR 2 JIR1 W i n b o nd W 8 36 2 7 H F- A W CD_IN1 Codec PCI Slot 1 PCI Slot 2 PCI Slot 3 PCI Slot 4 PCI Slot 5 ICH 4 BATT + IDE 1 JBAT1 IDE 2 SYS_FAN1 JSP1 JAUD1 JDB1 PCI Slot 6 CNR FDD1 JUSB1 JUSB2 JBT1 MS-6580 v2.X ATX Mainboard JFP2 JFP1 1-4
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Mainboard Layout Top : mouse Bottom: keyboard JPW1 T:LAN jack (optional) B:USB ports CPUFAN1 ATX Power Supply Top : Game port Bottom: Line-Out Line-In Mic Intel 845GE chipset AGP Slot BIOS DDR 1 DDR 2 JIR1 W i n b o nd W 8 36 2 7 H F- A W CD_IN1 Codec PCI Slot 1 PCI Slot 2 PCI Slot 3 PCI Slot 4 PCI Slot 5 ICH 4 BATT + IDE 1 JBAT1 IDE 2 SYS_FAN1 JSP1 JAUD1 JDB1 PCI Slot 6 CNR FDD1 JUSB1 JUSB2 JBT1 MS-6580 v2.X ATX Mainboard JFP2 JFP1 1-4
User Guide
Page 13
... value, click Auto to view and adjust the current system status. shows the current CPU temperature MSI Reminds You... If you click Turbo, click Save to select the desired value and then click Ap- MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Fuzzy Logic™ 4 The Fuzzy Logic™ 4 utility is a user friendly ...tool that allows users to start testing. Click Default to apply the new setup value. Features: Ø MSI Logo links to the MSI Web site Ø CPU Speed allows...
... value, click Auto to view and adjust the current system status. shows the current CPU temperature MSI Reminds You... If you click Turbo, click Save to select the desired value and then click Ap- MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Fuzzy Logic™ 4 The Fuzzy Logic™ 4 utility is a user friendly ...tool that allows users to start testing. Click Default to apply the new setup value. Features: Ø MSI Logo links to the MSI Web site Ø CPU Speed allows...
User Guide
Page 15
... their system. These users can debug all problems that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or other failures. Early Chipset Initialization Memory Detection Test - MS-6580 ATX Mainboard D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional) D-Bracket™ 2 is an external USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic LEDs, which use the feature to RAM for the overclocking...
... their system. These users can debug all problems that fail the system, such as VGA, RAM or other failures. Early Chipset Initialization Memory Detection Test - MS-6580 ATX Mainboard D-Bracket™ 2 (Optional) D-Bracket™ 2 is an external USB bracket integrating four Diagnostic LEDs, which use the feature to RAM for the overclocking...
User Guide
Page 17
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is displayed. To use the function, you need to install the "MSI Live Update Series 2" application. After the installation, the "MSI Live Update Series 2" icon (as shown on the right) will appear: Five.... Ø Live Driver - For more information on the screen. Updates the drivers online. Ø Live VGA BIOS - Double click the "MSI Live Update Series 2" icon, and the following screen will appear on the update instructions, insert the companion CD and refer to start the update process...
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ The Live BIOS™/Live Driver™ is displayed. To use the function, you need to install the "MSI Live Update Series 2" application. After the installation, the "MSI Live Update Series 2" icon (as shown on the right) will appear: Five.... Ø Live Driver - For more information on the screen. Updates the drivers online. Ø Live VGA BIOS - Double click the "MSI Live Update Series 2" icon, and the following screen will appear on the update instructions, insert the companion CD and refer to start the update process...
User Guide
Page 19
... utility, refer to meet increasing demands for home entertainment. To view DTSformatted video, you must configure both the MSI DVD application and the audio codec's software utility. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard MSI DVD 5.1 Channel (Optional) The motherboard comes with 6-channel audio output, you should convert it to Dolby Digital format first. 1-12 Using 4or 6-Channel...
... utility, refer to meet increasing demands for home entertainment. To view DTSformatted video, you must configure both the MSI DVD application and the audio codec's software utility. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard MSI DVD 5.1 Channel (Optional) The motherboard comes with 6-channel audio output, you should convert it to Dolby Digital format first. 1-12 Using 4or 6-Channel...
User Guide
Page 24
... Correct CPU placement O Incorrect CPU placement X Close Lever 2-4 Gold arrow Gold arrow Press down firmly into the socket and close the lever with your mainboard. 5. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard CPU Installation Procedures for the gold arrow. Please turn off the power and unplug the power cord before installing the CPU. 2. Please note...
... Correct CPU placement O Incorrect CPU placement X Close Lever 2-4 Gold arrow Gold arrow Press down firmly into the socket and close the lever with your mainboard. 5. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard CPU Installation Procedures for the gold arrow. Please turn off the power and unplug the power cord before installing the CPU. 2. Please note...
User Guide
Page 26
fan power cable NOTES 2-6 MS-6580 ATX Mainboard 5. Connect the fan power cable from the mounted fan to the 3-pin fan power connector on the board.
fan power cable NOTES 2-6 MS-6580 ATX Mainboard 5. Connect the fan power cable from the mounted fan to the 3-pin fan power connector on the board.
User Guide
Page 28
... can install either single- The DDR DIMM has only one DIMM module on the center of the DIMM slot will only fit in any order. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard DIMM Module Combination Install at each side of module. You can barely see the golden finger if the module is deeply inserted in...
... can install either single- The DDR DIMM has only one DIMM module on the center of the DIMM slot will only fit in any order. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard DIMM Module Combination Install at each side of module. You can barely see the golden finger if the module is deeply inserted in...
User Guide
Page 30
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Back Panel The back panel provides the following connectors: Mouse LAN Parallel Midi/Joystick Keyboard USB COM A VGA L-out L-in MIC Keyboard Connector: KBMS1 The mainboard provides a standard PS/2® keyboard mini DIN connector for attaching a PS/2® keyboard. You can plug a PS/2® keyboard directly into this connector. 6 5 4 3 2 1 PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) Pin Definition PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION 1 Keyboard DATA Keyboard DATA 2 NC No connection 3 GND Ground 4 VCC +5V 5 Keyboard Clock Keyboard clock 6 NC No connection 2-10
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Back Panel The back panel provides the following connectors: Mouse LAN Parallel Midi/Joystick Keyboard USB COM A VGA L-out L-in MIC Keyboard Connector: KBMS1 The mainboard provides a standard PS/2® keyboard mini DIN connector for attaching a PS/2® keyboard. You can plug a PS/2® keyboard directly into this connector. 6 5 4 3 2 1 PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) Pin Definition PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION 1 Keyboard DATA Keyboard DATA 2 NC No connection 3 GND Ground 4 VCC +5V 5 Keyboard Clock Keyboard clock 6 NC No connection 2-10
User Guide
Page 32
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard RJ-45 LAN Jack (Optional) The mainboard provides a RJ-45 connector that allows your computer to be connected to connect a VGA monitor. 5 1 15 ...
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard RJ-45 LAN Jack (Optional) The mainboard provides a RJ-45 connector that allows your computer to be connected to connect a VGA monitor. 5 1 15 ...
User Guide
Page 34
... 18 GND Ground 19 GND Ground 20 GND Ground 21 GND Ground 22 GND Ground 23 GND Ground 24 GND Ground 25 GND Ground 2-14 MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Parallel Port Connector The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT.
... 18 GND Ground 19 GND Ground 20 GND Ground 21 GND Ground 22 GND Ground 23 GND Ground 24 GND Ground 25 GND Ground 2-14 MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Parallel Port Connector The mainboard provides a 25-pin female centronic connector as LPT.
User Guide
Page 36
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Connectors The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, modem, LAN, USB Ports, IR module and CPU/System FAN. Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types. 2-16 FDD1
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Connectors The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, modem, LAN, USB Ports, IR module and CPU/System FAN. Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types. 2-16 FDD1
User Guide
Page 38
... be connected to the +12V, the black wire is Ground and should be connected to the connectors, always take advantage of the CPU fan control. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SYS_FAN1 The CPUFAN1 (processor fan), SYS_FAN1 (system fan) support system cooling fan with speed sensor to take note that... fan control. Always consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan. 2. When connecting the wire to GND. GND +12V SENSOR CPUFAN1 GND +12V SENSOR SYS_FAN1 MSI Reminds You... 1. It supports three-pin head connector.
... be connected to the +12V, the black wire is Ground and should be connected to the connectors, always take advantage of the CPU fan control. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/SYS_FAN1 The CPUFAN1 (processor fan), SYS_FAN1 (system fan) support system cooling fan with speed sensor to take note that... fan control. Always consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan. 2. When connecting the wire to GND. GND +12V SENSOR CPUFAN1 GND +12V SENSOR SYS_FAN1 MSI Reminds You... 1. It supports three-pin head connector.
User Guide
Page 40
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 The mainboard provides two front panel connectors for establishing electrical connection to GND Reserved. JFP1 is compliant with ...
MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Front Panel Connectors: JFP1 & JFP2 The mainboard provides two front panel connectors for establishing electrical connection to GND Reserved. JFP1 is compliant with ...
User Guide
Page 42
... to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps, which is 40 times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for users to connect to Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 The mainboard provides two USB2.0 pinheaders for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital...
... to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps, which is 40 times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for users to connect to Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard Front USB Connectors: JUSB1 & JUSB2 The mainboard provides two USB2.0 pinheaders for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital...
User Guide
Page 44
... various combinations of 16 signal combinations, please refer to JUSB1 (the USB pinheader in Chapter 1. It integrates four LEDs and allows users to DBracket™ 2. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JDB1 The mainboard comes with a JDB1 connector for red color) 9 Key 10 NC 2 10 1 9 JDB1 Connected to JDB1 D-Bracket™...
... various combinations of 16 signal combinations, please refer to JUSB1 (the USB pinheader in Chapter 1. It integrates four LEDs and allows users to DBracket™ 2. MS-6580 ATX Mainboard D-Bracket™ 2 Connector: JDB1 The mainboard comes with a JDB1 connector for red color) 9 Key 10 NC 2 10 1 9 JDB1 Connected to JDB1 D-Bracket™...
User Guide
Page 46
The JIR1 is compliant to IrDA Infrared modules. L GND R CD_IN1 2-26 MS-6580 ATX Mainboard IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 This connector allows you to connect to Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. 1 2 5 6 JIR1 JIR1 Pin Definition Pin Signal 1 VCC 2 NC 3 IRRX 4 GND 5 IRTX CD-In Connector: CD_IN1 The connectors are for CD-ROM audio connectors. You must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to use the IR function.
The JIR1 is compliant to IrDA Infrared modules. L GND R CD_IN1 2-26 MS-6580 ATX Mainboard IrDA Infrared Module Header: JIR1 This connector allows you to connect to Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. 1 2 5 6 JIR1 JIR1 Pin Definition Pin Signal 1 VCC 2 NC 3 IRRX 4 GND 5 IRTX CD-In Connector: CD_IN1 The connectors are for CD-ROM audio connectors. You must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to use the IR function.