EPOX EP-3VBM+ Manuals

TRADEMARK All products and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. These specifications are subject to change without notice. Manual Revision 1.0 December 20, 1999 EP-3VBM+ EP-3VBM+ EP-3VBM+ EP-3VBM+ EP-3VBM+ A Soc A Soc A Soc A Soc A Sockkkkket 370 Pr et 370 Pr et 370 Pr et 370 Pr et 370 Processor based ocessor based ocessor based ocessor based ocessor based AAAAAGP Mainboar GP Mainboar GP Mainboar GP Mainboar GP Mainboard (133/100/66MHz) d (133/100/66MHz) d (133/100/66MHz) d (133/100/66MHz) d (133/100/66MHz) EP-3VBM+ User Notice No part of this product, including the product and software may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form without the express written permission of EPoX Computer Company (hereinafter referred to as EPoX) except for documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes. We provide this manual “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchant- ability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall EPoX be liable for any loss of profits, loss of business, loss of use or data, interruption of business or for indirect, special incidental, or consequential damages of any kind, even if EPoX has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the manual or product. EPoX may revise this manual from time to time without notice. For updated BIOS, drivers, or product release information you may visit our websites at http://www. epox.com or http://www.epox.com.tw. Products mentioned in this manual are mentioned for identification purposes only. Product names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies. The product name and revision number are both printed on the mainboard itself. Handling Procedures Static electricity can severely damage your equipment. Handle the EP-3VBM+ and any other device in your system with extreme care and avoid unnecessary contact with system components on the mainboard. Always work on an antistatic surface to avoid possible damage to the mainboard from static discharge. Always have the power supply unplugged and powered off when inserting and removing devices within the computer chassis. EPoX assumes no responsibility for any damage to the EP-3VBM+ mainboard that results from failure to follow instruction or failure to observe safety precautions. CAUTION The EP-3VBM+ mainboard is subject to damage by static electricity. Always observe the handling procedures. EP-3VBM+ Technical Support Services If you need additional information, help during installation or normal use of this product, please contact your retailer. Your retailer will have the most current informa- tion about your configuration. If your retailer cannot help, you may visit our online technical support website and/or contact our support technicians at the locations listed below. Record your serial number before installing your EP-3VBM+ mainboard. (The serial number is located near the ISA slots at the edge of the board.) EP-3VBM+ serial number: _________________________________ Contacting Technical Support EPoX technical support is working hard to answer all of your questions online. From our website you can find answers to many common questions, drivers, BIOS updates, tech notes, and important technical bulletins. If you are still unable to locate the solution you are seeking, you always have the option to contact our support technicians directly. North American website (English language) http://www.epox.com [email protected] [email protected] European website (Multi-language) http://www.epox.nl [email protected] [email protected] Taiwan website (Chinese language) http://www.epox.com.tw [email protected] [email protected] Thank you for using EPoX mainboards! Copyright 1999 EPoX Computer Company. All rights reserved. EP-3VBM+ Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction Components Checklist ....................................... 1-1 Overview EP-3VBM+ Form-factor.................................... 1-2 I/O Shield Connector ......................................... 1-3 Power-On/Off (Remote) .................................... 1-3 System Block Diagram ...................................... 1-4 Section 2 Features EP-3VBM+ Features ......................................... 2-1 Section 3 Installation EP-3VBM+ Detailed Layout ............................. 3-1 Easy Installation Procedure CPU Insertion .................................................... 3-3 Jumper Settings.................................................. 3-5 System Memory Configuration .......................... 3-6 Device Connectors ............................................ 3-9 External Modem Ring-in Power On and Keyboard Power On Function (KBPO) ............. 3-11 Section 4 Award BIOS Setup BIOS Instructions .............................................. 4-1 Standard CMOS Setup....................................... 4-2 BIOS Features Setup ......................................... 4-3 Chipset Features Setup ...................................... 4-8 Power Management Setup ................................. 4-11 PNP/PCI Configuration ..................................... 4-15 Load Setup Defaults .......................................... 4-17 Integrated Peripherals........................................ 4-17