M6Dpi Pentium Pro Pci/Isa: System Board Manual

M6DPi Pentium Pro
PCI/ISA
System Board Manual
Document Number: 06-00285-01, Rev. 3A

June 1997
45365 Northport Loop West., Fremont, CA 94538-6417
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M6DPi System Board Manual

Table of Contents
Introduction 5
Features 6
Software Compatibility 7
Before You Begin 8
Chapter 1 - Quick Installation 9

Installing the M6DPi 9
Chapter 2 - Configuring the M6DPi 11

Static Electricity 11
Environment Considerations 11
M6DPi System Board 12
Jumper Settings 13
Chapter 3 - Installing the M6DPi 17

Introduction 17
System Memory Support 17
Installing the M6DPi 18
Tools Required 18
Equipment Required 18
System Memory 19
Adding Memory 19
Memory Type 20
Memory Configurations 21
i960 SIMM Memory Configurations 24
Installing the DIMMs 25
Removing DIMMs 25
Installing the SIMMs 26
Removing SIMMs 26
Installing a CPU 27
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Installing a PCI Peripheral Card 28
Installing an ISA Peripheral Card 29
Connecting the Graphics Option 30
Connecting the SCSI Option 31
Chapter 4 - The BIOS Setup Utility 33

Configuration 33
Initial Bootup 33
Setup 33
Running the Setup Procedure 35
Setting the Main Screen 35
Setting the Advanced Screen 40
Security Screen 43
Power Screen 46
Boot Screen 48
Exit Screen 49
Chapter 5 - Installing Device Drivers 51

About Device Drivers 51
Installing the Graphics Drivers 51
Installing the SCSI Drivers 52
Appendix A - Technical Information 53

Specifications 53
Environmental Specifications 55
Temperature Range 55
Relative Humidity 55
Power Supply Specifications 55
Battery Disposal 56
Support and Information Services 57
Technical Support 57
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Appendix B - Post Messages 59
Appendix C - Beep and POST Codes 61
Appendix D - Hard Disk Drive Types 65
Appendix E - Updating the System BIOS 67
Appendix F - Warranties and Notices 69

Limited Warranty 69
Non-Warranty Service 70
FCC Statement 71
Glossary 72
Index 76

List of Figures
Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen 10
Figure 2.1: M6DPi System Board 12
Figure 3.1: Installing a 168-Pin DIMM 25
Figure 3.2: Installing a 72-Pin SIMM 26
Figure 3.3: Installing a PCI Card 28
Figure 3.4: Installing an ISA Peripheral Card 29
Figure 4.1: Power-Up Screen 34
Figure 4.2: CMOS Main Screen 35
Figure 4.3: IDE Device Submenu 38
Figure 4.4: Advanced Screen 40
Figure 4.5: Security Setup Screen 43
Figure 4.6: Supervisor Password Submenu 44
Figure 4.7: Power Screen 46
Figure 4.8: Boot Screen 48
Figure 4.9: Exit Screen 49
List of Tables
Table 2.1: CPU Speed Selection 13
Table 2.2: Clock Ratio Selection 13
Table 2.3: Soft Power Settings 14
Table 2.4: Clear CMOS Settings 14
Table 2.5: VGA Selection 14
Table 2.6: Fast SCSI Selection 15
Table 2.7: Wide SCSI Selection 15
Table 2.8: ECC Selection 15
Table 2.9: i960 Processor Settings 15
Table 2.10: Connector Settings & Functions 16
Table 3.1: Memory Configurations 21
Table 3.2: i960 Memory Configurations 24

Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the M6DPi system board. The
M6DPi supports the most advanced Dual Pentium Pro
processor technology to provide the latest high-perfor-
mance high-capacity server and workstation solution.
The M6DPi features Wide SCSI, Universal Serial Bus

(USB), RAID-ready support and optional 64-bit graphics
accelerator. The USB interface has a maximum band-
width of 12Mbps and can connect as many as 127 devices
to a host system. USB supports both standard devices that
operate at the full 12Mbps rate and low-end devices that
use only a 1.5Mbps subchannel. Based on the Intel
440FX PCIset and i960 processor, the M6DPi supports
the PCI to PCI Bridge and I2O technology that sets
valuable resources free.
Designed to fit into the AT form factor, the versatile

M6DPi features support for Fast Page Mode (FPM) and
Extended Data Out (EDO) DRAM advanced memory,
and Error Checking and Correction (ECC) when using
parity memory.
Micronics builds all products to exacting standards, using

the highest quality components available. We are proud
to provide this system board and believe you will be
pleased with your purchase.

Introduction
Features
The M6DPi includes the following features:
▲ Dual ZIF Socket 8

Intel Pentium Pro - 150-200MHz
Two VRM headers to supply CPU-specific voltages
▲ PCI-to-PCI Bridge
Intelligent I/O (I2O)
i960RP - 33MHz or
i960RD - 66MHz
Inter-integrated circuit (I2C) onboard
▲ Seven 32-bit PCI slots

Two 16-bit ISA slots
One is a shared PCI/ISA slot
One RAID Port (ARO 1130) attached to PCI slot
▲ Maximum memory - 1 Gbyte (primary memory)

Four 3.3V unbuffered 64/72-bit 168-pin DIMM sockets
Maximum memory - 128MB memory (for i960 processor)
Two 32/36-bit 72-pin SIMM sockets
▲ Supports FPM and EDO DRAM memory

ECC support via chipset when using parity memory
▲ Fast/Wide SCSI Bus Mastering controller w/ 50-pin S C S I

connector, 68-pin SCSI connector and EZ-SCSI drivers
(optional)
▲ Cirrus Logic 5436/5440 PCI graphics accelerator

(optional)
▲ Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) headers

Introduction
Software Compatibility
The M6DPi system board has been thoroughly tested for
compatibility with a variety of operating systems and envi-
ronments, including:
▲ Microsoft
DOS 5.0
DOS 6.2
Windows 95
Windows NT 3.51
Windows NT 4.0
▲ IBM
OS/2 Warp 3.0
OS/2 Warp 4.0
▲ SCO
UNIXWare 2.1.1
Open Server 5.02
UNIX 3.2, 4.2
▲ Novell NetWare 3.12

Novell NetWare 4.11

Introduction
Before You Begin

This manual will familiarize you with the features, installa-
tion and use of your M6DPi. There are several symbols and
conventions used throughout this manual to help draw your
attention to a feature or to focus on important information:
When you see the Magnifying Glass, it refers

to something you should take a closer look at
before proceeding further.
When you see the Exclamation Mark, it gives

important information on avoiding damage.
Common Names
DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module
DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory
DTMF Desktop Management Task Force
ECC Error Checking and Correction
EDO Extended Data Out
FPM Fast Page Mode
IDE Integrated Drive Electronics
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect
RAID Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks
SCSI Small Computer System Interface
SIMM Single Inline Memory Module
USB Universal Serial Bus
VRM Voltage Regulator Module

Chapter 1: Quick Installation
Chapter
Quick Installation
1 We know that many experienced people prefer to read as

little of the documentation as possible. If this sounds like
you, here’s the short form to get up and running quickly.
Installing the M6DPi

1. Make backup copies of your installation and configu-
STATIC!
ration diskettes.
Before
handling the
2. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static dis-
M6DPi, be charge, then remove the M6DPi from its packaging.
properly
grounded by 3. Configure and verify the system board’s jumper set-
using a tings (refer to Jumper Settings in Chapter 2).
special wrist
or ankle
strap, or 4. Install the CPU and the system memory (refer to
touch a Chapter 3).
safely
grounded 5. Install the system board into the chassis and make all
object.
necessary case connections.
6. Install any ISA and/or PCI add-on peripherals (refer

to Chapter 3).
7. Now you can connect any optional devices (refer to

Chapter 3).
8. Turn the computer on and press the <F2> key

when you see the screen in Figure 1.1.

Chapter 1: Quick Installation
Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen
9. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to

match your configuration. If installing an IDE drive,
select the IDE device you wish to configure. Press
ENTER with Autotype Fixed Disk selected and the
BIOS will automatically configure the drive for you
(refer to Chapter 4).
10. After you have configured the Main Setup menu,

make any desired setting configurations in the Ad-
vanced and Security menu. When finished, go to the
exit screen, select “Save Changes and Exit” and you
are finished with the BIOS configuration (see Chap-
ter 4).
11. Install the video controller device drivers (optional).

Refer to Chapter 5.
12. Install the SCSI device drivers (optional). Refer to

Chapter 5.

Chapter 2: Configuring the M6DPi
Chapter Configuring the M6DPi
2 Although the M6DPi system board is packaged in pro-

tective materials, it is important to use care while un-
packing and setting up.
Static Electricity
The M6DPi is shipped from the factory in an antistatic
bag. To reduce the possibility of damage, it is important
to neutralize any accumulated static charges on your
body before handling the board. The best way to do this
is to ground yourself using a special wrist or ankle strap.
If you do not have a strap, you should touch both of your
hands to a safely grounded object. After you have
grounded yourself, ground the M6DPi via the solder
pads surrounding one of its mounting holes.
Once the M6DPi is removed from its packaging, place it

on top of the antistatic bag. Carefully inspect the board
for damage which may have occurred during shipment.
Environment Considerations
Make sure the finished computer system is in an area
with good ventilation. The system should not be in direct
sunlight, near heaters, or exposed to moisture, dust or
dirt.

M6DPi System Board
Figure 2.1: M6DPi System Board

Jumper Settings
This chapter gives you the jumper settings used for the M6DPi system
board.
Table 2-1 lists the jumper settings to select the system-speed settings.
Jumper
System Speed (Intel Processors) W7 W7 W7 W7 W8
1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8
150 MHz External, 60 MHz Internal Close Close Close Open Close
166 MHz External, 66 MHz Internal Close Close Close Open Open
180 MHz External, 60 MHz Internal Close Close Open Close Close
200 MHz External, 66 MHz Internal Close Close Open Close Open
Table 2-1: CPU Speed Selections
Table 2-2 lists the available clock ratios (internal/external) and the
corresponding jumper settings. Note that these settings are also in-
cluded in Table 2-1.
Clock Ratio (Internal:External)

W7 2:1 2.5:1 3:1 3.5:1 4:1 4.5:1 5:1 5.5:1
1-2 Close Close Close Close Close Close Close Close
3-4 Close Close Close Close Open Open Open Open
5-6 Close Close Open Open Close Close Open Open
7-8 Close Open Close Open Close Open Close Open
Table 2-2: Clock Ratios

Table 2-3 lists the settings for the Soft Power selection.
Jumper Soft Power Setting

Normal 1-2
W12
Forced Cycling On 2-3
Table 2-3: Soft Power Settings
Table 2-4: Jumper settings to clear the CMOS settings. With your
computer's power off, close pins 2-3, wait ten seconds and place the
jumper back on pins 1-2. (The jumper must be placed back on pins
1-2 for the system to function properly.)
NOTE: This will reset all BIOS default settings. Any changes you have
made will be lost.
Reset RTC W13
Normal (default) 1-2
Reset RTC 2-3
Table 2-4: Clear CMOS Settings
Table 2-5 lists the settings to select the optional onboard VGA.
Video W11
Disable VGA 2-3
Table 2-5: VGA Selection

Table 2-6 lists the settings to select the optional onboard Fast SCSI.
Fast SCSI W10
Disable SCSI 2-3
Table 2-6: Fast SCSI Selection
Table 2-7 lists the settings to select the optional onboard Wide SCSI.
Wide SCSI W14
Auto-Detect 1-2
Wide SCSI 2-3
Table 2-7: Wide SCSI Selection
Table 2-8 lists the settings to enable or disable Error Checking and
Correction.
Memory Error Corrections W2
Enable ECC Open
Disable ECC Close
Table 2-8: ECC Selection
Table 2-9 lists the settings for the i960 processor support.
Jumper i960 Setting

Normal (default) Open
W17, W18
Disable Close
Mode 3 (default) Open
W19, W20
Mode 0 Close
Normal (do not change
W23 1-2
setting)
Table 2-9: i960 Processor Settings

Table 2-10 lists the connectors and their functions.

Connector Function Notes
J3-J6 DIMM Sockets Unbuffered
J14 Speaker 24 - +5V; 25 - Key; 26 - Speaker Data
Connect; 27 - PC Speaker Output
J15 Primary IDE Port
J16 Raid Port Connector
J21 Keylock Switch 1 - Power; 2 - No Connect; 3 - Ground; 4 -
Keyboard Lock; 5 - Ground
J22 Infrared (IR) 6 - +5V; 7 - Key; 8 - Receive Data; 9 - Ground;
10 - Transmit Data; 11 - No connect
J24 Parallel Port Connector Can be disabled at the CMOS configuration
screen
Serial Port (COM 1) Can be disabled at the CMOS configuration
J26 Serial Port (COM 2) screen
J27 Floppy Drive Connector
J28 Mouse PS/2 compatible
J29 External PS/2 Mouse
J30, J31 PS/2 Keyboard Connector
AT Keyboard Connector Optional
J33 IDE & SCSI LED 13 - +5V; 14 - Key; 15 - HDD Active; 16 - +5V
J34, J53 AT Power Connector
J35 3.3V AT Power Connector
J36, J37 Primary & Secondary VRM
J38 Turbo LED
J39, J40, J48, Cooling Fan Connectors
J49, J50
J41 Reset Switch 22 - Ground; 23 - FP_Reset
J42 Normal SCSI Connector
J43 Wide SCSI Connector
J45 VGA Connector
J46 Soft Power Connector
J47 Soft Power Switch 1 - FPPwr; 2 - Switch On
J58 i960 Serial Port
J60 I2C Bus Connector Inter-Integrated Circuit
Table 2-10: Connector Settings and Functions

Chapter 3: Installing the M6DPi
Chapter
3 Introduction
This chapter explains how to install the M6DPi system
board, memory, CPU and peripherals.
WARNING: Before installing or removing any peripherals

or components, make sure you have a clear work space and
that you adhere to all anti-static precautions described in
Chapter 1. Micronics recommends only trained technicians
install and configure the system board.
Damage which occurs to the board while adding or removing

peripherals or components may void the warranty. If prob-
lems arise while installing peripherals, contact the computer
dealer where you purchased the peripheral or Micronics’
Technical Support Department.
System Memory Support

The flexibility of the M6DPi is augmented by its support
for EDO and FPM DRAM memory and ECC. The
M6DPi supports ECC (with 72-bit DIMMs or 36-bit
SIMMs) via the chipset.
EDO memory is designed to keep data available to the

processor for an extended period of time. The EDO
memory support extends the performance of conven-
tional DRAM memory. The result is an improvement in
memory-access performance on the M6DPi system
board.


Installation of the M6DPi system board depends on the
type of case you use. The M6DPi is designed for the full-
size AT form factor and is likely to be limited to tower
cases. NOTE: If you are unfamiliar with installing a
system board, Micronics highly recommends that you
read the computer user’s manual or contact your dealer’s
technical support department.
Tools Required
Micronics recommends using the following tools to in-
stall the M6DPi:
❏ Small Phillips screwdriver
❏ Tweezers or a pair of needle-nose pliers
❏ Tray (to hold loose screws)
Equipment Required
Micronics recommends using the following equipment
with the M6DPi for a typical configuration:
❏ Chassis with standard hardware (tower case prefer-
able).
❏ A high-quality power supply capable of providing
continuous power within a 5 volt range. A power
filter may be used with a noisy AC power source.
❏ PS/2 mouse and compatible keyboard.
❏ Eight ohm speaker.
❏ Standard ribbon cables for internal connections.
❏ Standard power cord (grounded).
❏ Heat sink with cooling fan for each CPU (required).

System Memory
System memory is necessary to operate the M6DPi sys-
tem board. The M6DPi supports DIMM modules for the
main memory. There are four 168-pin 3.3V unbuffered
DIMM sockets for a maximum of 1 Gbyte of memory.
Each socket provides a 64/72-bit wide data path.
The M6DPi also supports SIMM modules for the i960

processor. There are two 72-pin SIMM sockets for a
maximum of 128MB of memory. Each socket provides a
32/36-bit wide data path. These sockets are needed only
when using the i960 processor.
Support is provided for EDO and FPM DRAM memory.
This section lists the rules for adding memory to the
M6DPi, give some examples of common memory con-
figurations and show how to physically install the memory.
Adding Memory
The following is a list of rules to follow when upgrading

DIMMs and SIMMs. If you follow these rules, your
upgrade should be trouble-free:
❏ Use 70ns or faster DIMMs and SIMMs. NOTE: For

long term reliability, Micronics recommends using DIMMs
with gold-plated contacts and SIMMs with tin-plated
contacts.
❏ Both SIMM and DIMM (unbuffered) memory mod-
ules support FPM and EDO memory types.
❏ Singled-sided and double-sided memory modules

supported.
❏ Use the same type and size of memory for every bank.
Different memory types and sizes in separate banks
will cause performance of the memory to run at the
speed of the slowest RAM installed.

Memory Type
SIMM and DIMM memory descriptions are described
below. Note that two (2) SIMM slots make up one (1)
bank whereas only one (1) DIMM slot makes up one (1)
bank.
72-Pin SIMM 168-Pin DIMM

Memory Configurations
There is no
need to set DIMM memory configuration is auto-banking and there-
any jumpers. fore does not need to be installed in any particular order.
When you
reboot, the
The following table lists the most common memory
size and configuration possibilities.
type of
memory are
automatically Memory Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4
detected.
8MB 1Mx64
16MB 2Mx64
16MB 1Mx64 1Mx64
24MB 2Mx64 1Mx64

When
installing
memory, 24MB 1Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
consider
using the 32MB 2Mx64 2Mx64
same speed.
Mixing 32MB 4Mx64
memory
speed will 32MB 1Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
force all
memory to 40MB 2Mx64 2Mx64 1Mx64
operate at
the slowest
speed.
40MB 2Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
40MB 4Mx64 1Mx64
48MB 2Mx64 2Mx64 2Mx64
48MB 2Mx64 2Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
48MB 4Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
56MB 4Mx64 2Mx64 1Mx64
56MB 4Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
64MB 2Mx64 2Mx64 2Mx64 2Mx64
Table 3-1: Memory Configurations

Memory Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4
64MB 4Mx64 4Mx64
64MB 8Mx64
80MB 4Mx64 2Mx64 2Mx64 2Mx64
80MB 4Mx64 4Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
80MB 8Mx64 2Mx64
80MB 8Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
96MB 4Mx64 4Mx64 2Mx64 2Mx64
96MB 4Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64
96MB 8Mx64 2Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
112MB 4Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64 2Mx64
112MB 8Mx64 4Mx64 2Mx64
112MB 8Mx64 4Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
128MB 16Mx64
128MB 4Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64
128MB 8Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64
128MB 8Mx64 8Mx64
160MB 16Mx64 2Mx64 1Mx64 1Mx64
160MB 8Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64
160MB 16Mx64 4Mx64
Table 3-2a: Memory Configurations

Memory Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4
192MB 16Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64
192MB 8Mx64 8Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64
192MB 8Mx64 8Mx64 8Mx64
224MB 16Mx64 8Mx64 2Mx64 2Mx64
224MB 16Mx64 8Mx64 4Mx64
256MB 16Mx64 16Mx64
256MB 16Mx64 8Mx64 4Mx64 4Mx64
256MB 16Mx64 8Mx64 8Mx64
256MB 8Mx64 8Mx64 8Mx64 8Mx64
288MB 16Mx64 16Mx64 4Mx64
320MB 16Mx64 8Mx64 8Mx64 8Mx64
384MB 16Mx64 16Mx64 16Mx64
384MB 16Mx64 16Mx64 8Mx64 8Mx64
448MB 16Mx64 16Mx64 16Mx64 8Mx64
512MB 16Mx64 16Mx64 16Mx64 16Mx64
1024MB 32Mx64 32Mx64 32Mx64 32Mx64
Table 3-2b: Memory Configurations

i960 SIMM Memory Configurations
The i960 I/O processor requires two (2) 72-pin SIMMs

to operate. The maximum memory is 128 megabytes.
The processor supports 32/36-bit FPM and EDO memory
types. Make sure that the memory is the same size and
speed. Below are some typical memory configurations.
Memory Bank 0 Bank 1
8MB 1MBx32/36 1MBx32/36
16MB 2MBx32/36 2MBx32/36
32MB 4MBx32/36 4MBx32/36
64MB 8MBx32/36 8MBx32/36
128MB 16MBx32/36 16MBx32/36
Table 3.3: i960 Memory Configurations

Installing the DIMMs

The M6DPi uses DIMM modules for the main memory.
To install the DIMMs, locate the memory banks on the
system board and follow the steps below:
1. Hold the DIMM so that the notched edge is aligned

with the notch on the DIMM socket (Figure 3-1).
2. Insert the DIMM at a 90 degree angle.
3. Gently push the DIMM straight down until it locks

into place (past the release tabs).
Figure 3-1: Installing a 168-Pin DIMM
Removing DIMMs
To remove DIMMs, follow the steps below:
1. With both thumbs (or fingers), press the release tabs

away from the socket.
2. With the DIMM free from the release tabs, lift the
module up and place in an anti-static bag or package.

Installing the SIMMs

The M6DPi uses SIMM modules only for the i960RP
processor. To install the SIMMs, locate the memory
banks on the system board and follow the steps below:
1. Hold the SIMM so that the notched edge is aligned

with the notch on the SIMM socket (Figure 3-1).
2. Insert the SIMM at a 45 degree angle.
3. Gently push the SIMM into an upright position until

it locks into place (past the release tabs).
Figure 3-2: Installing a 72-Pin SIMM
Removing SIMMs
To remove SIMMs, follow the steps below:
1. With both thumbs (or fingers), press the release tabs

away from the socket.
2. With the SIMM free from the release tabs, lift the
module up and place in an anti-static bag or package.

Installing a CPU
The M6DPi is designed to support dual Pentium Pro
processors. Follow the steps below to install the
processor(s):
1. Turn off the computer and remove its cover.
2. Locate the ZIF socket illustrated in Figure 2-1.
3. Lift the lever of the socket.
4. Locate pin 1 on the processor and pin 1 on the socket

(refer to Figure 2-1). Gently place the processor into
the socket, making sure pin 1 on the processor and
pin 1 on the socket are aligned.
5. Push the lever down until it locks into place.
6. Make sure the speed and the voltage selection jump-

ers are set correctly (refer to Chapter 2 - Jumper
Settings).
7. If you are installing a second processor, you do not

need to change any jumpers or BIOS settings. The
system will automatically recognize the new proces-
sor.
8. A VRM module must be installed on header J36

(primary CPU) and J37 (secondary CPU) for each
CPU installed. In addition, the second processor
should have the same speed rating as the main
processor.
WARNING: Pentium Pro processors require a heat-sink

with a cooling fan. Failure to provide adequate cooling of the
processor may seriously affect system performance or cause
permanent damage to the processor.
NOTE: If your operating system supports dual processors, you

may need to reconfigure or reinstall your operating system.
Refer to your software documentation for more information.

Installing a PCI Peripheral Card

Micronics PCI slots accommodate all PCI peripherals
that meet the PCI 2.1 specifications. Follow the steps
below to install a PCI card:
1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover.
2. Choose an unused PCI slot and remove the slot

cover.
3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot.
Never insert the card at an angle.
4. Carefully push the card straight down, making sure

the card is fully inserted.
5. Replace the screw which holds the card into place.
6. Replace the computer cover.
7. Refer to the PCI card’s documentation additional

instructions regarding installation and software driv-
ers.
Figure 3-3: Installing a PCI Card

Installing an ISA Peripheral Card

Micronics ISA slots accommodate all standard ISA pe-
ripherals. Follow the steps below to install a PCI card:
1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover.
2. Choose an unused ISA slot and remove the slot

cover.
3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot.
Never insert the card at an angle.
4. Carefully push the card straight down, making sure

the card is inserted fully.
5. Replace the screw that holds the card into place.
6. Replace the computer cover.
7. Refer to the ISA card’s documentation for additional

instructions regarding installation and software driv-
ers.
Figure 3-4: Installing an ISA Card

Connecting the Graphics Option

The M6DPi is designed to accommodate an optional
VGA video connector and comes with a 15-pin monitor
cable. The connector pin-outs for both the 15-pin VGA
onboard connector and monitor cable connector are the
same as the standard 15-pin D-shell connector pin-outs.
The graphics option comes with 1MB of DRAM memory.

The 64-bit graphics processor provides high-speed accel-
eration in all graphic modes. It uses a full 64-bit non-
interleaved DRAM interface, which is twice the through-
put of 32-bit controllers. Full motion digital video can be
scaled up to full screen at 1024x768 resolution.
Connecting the Video Cable
1. Turn the computer system off.
2. Locate the monitor's power switch and make sure it

is turned OFF.
3. Plug the end of the video cable with the 15-pin

connector (which is larger than the other connec-
tor) into the video socket on the back of your
monitor. Then tighten the two thumbscrews on the
cable connector.
4. Plug the other end of the video cable into the video
socket on the M6DPi and tighten the thumbscrews
(see Figure 2.1).
See Chapter 5 for information on installing video device

drivers.

Connecting the SCSI Option

Some versions of the M6DPi include an integrated Ultra
Wide SCSI PCI throughput (up to 40MBytes/sec data
rate). Connectors are provided for Normal SCSI (50-pin
connector) and Wide SCSI (68-pin connector).
The Wide SCSI configuration allows up to 15 SCSI

peripherals to be connected. The M6DPi SCSI interface
is Plug and Play compliant and is fully compatible with
the PCI 2.1 specification.
Refer to the "Adaptec AHA-2940Ultra/2940Ultra Wide

User's Guide" for information on installing and connect-
ing SCSI devices.


Chapter 4: The BIOS Setup Utility
Chapter The BIOS Setup Utility
4 Configuration
After the M6DPi system board and all hardware is
installed, the system is ready for configuration. Before
turning on the computer, make sure all cables are cor-
rectly connected and all jumpers are correctly set.
It is recommended you keep the computer cover off the

first time you boot the system. This will make it easier to
correct any difficulties that might arise.
Initial Boot Up
Power up the M6DPi. If the system does not properly
boot, check all your cables and peripherals for bad
connections. You may also get beep codes or error
messages. If this occurs, consult Appendices B and/or C
for a guide to possible solutions.
After the system properly boots, it is ready to be config-

ured. The following information explains the proper
procedures for BIOS configuration.
Setup
The Setup program is used to configure the computer’s
BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). The computer’s
BIOS is responsible for configuring the system board and
providing hardware information to the operating system.
In order for the computer to run properly, run the Setup
procedure after first installing the system board and
whenever you make a hardware change to the system.

After the system is turned on and goes through a memory

test, the Power-Up screen (Figure 4-1) will appear on
your monitor:
Figure 4-1: Power-Up Screen
When “Press <F2> to enter SETUP” appears at the

bottom of the screen, press the <F2> key to start the
Setup program. The main CMOS Setup screen (Figure
4-2) appears. The Setup program can only be activated
during the boot sequence.

Running the Setup Procedure

The M6DPi system board has six primary CMOS configu-
ration screens: Main Screen, Advanced Screen, Security
Screen, Power Screen, Boot Screen and Exit Screen. To
toggle between the screens, press the right arrow <→>
and the left arrow < ←> keys.
Setting the Main Screen

The CMOS Main screen (Figure 4-2) is used to set the
time and date, to set the floppy drive types, to configure
IDE hard disks and to configure the video. This chapter
explains how to configure each of these categories. To
move between the categories, use the up and down arrow
<↑/↓> keys.
Figure 4-2: CMOS Main Screen

System Time and Date

To set the Time, use the <-> key to decrease the number
and the <+> key to increase the number. To move the
prompt forward, use the <Tab> key; to move the
prompt backward, use the <Shift-Tab> key. To set the
date, use the up and down arrows<↑/↓> to highlight the
System Date and follow the same procedure used to set
the time.
Diskette A or B
To configure a floppy drive added to or removed from
your computer, use the up and down arrow keys <↑/↓>
to select the desired drive. Use the <+/-> keys to
change the setting until it matches the floppy drive you
installed. The BIOS supports 2.88MB, 1.44MB, 1.2MB,
720KB, and 360KB floppy drives.
Primary IDE Devices

If you are setting up a SCSI hard disk, select None in the
IDE Device parameters (see your SCSI card manual for
more details). To install an IDE device, select the device
to configure and press ENTER. An IDE Device submenu
will appear (see Figure 4-3).
Numlock
Setting this to ON activates Numlock upon boot. Setting
this to Auto (default) activates Numlock if the BIOS
detects a numeric keyboard. It may also be set to OFF.
External Cache
This selection allows you to enable the external memory
cache. For optimal performance, select Enabled.

Video BIOS
The Video BIOS category allows you to Shadow or
Shadow & Cache the video BIOS. Choosing Shadowed
& Cached (default) caches the shadowed video BIOS for
even higher performance. Choosing Shadowed copies
the video BIOS into RAM for faster execution. To
disable the Video BIOS category, select Disabled.
System BIOS
The System BIOS category allows you to Shadow or
Shadow & Cache the system BIOS. Choosing Shadowed
& Cached (default) caches the shadowed system BIOS
for even higher performance. Choosing Shadowed copies
the system BIOS into RAM for faster execution.
System Memory
The System Memory category identifies the size of the
base memory. It cannot be changed.
Extended Memory
The Extended Memory category automatically detects
the amount of memory installed above the amount in the
System Memory category. Because the BIOS automati-
cally calculates the amount of memory installed in your
system, you cannot change this category without adding
or removing memory.

Figure 4-3: IDE Device Submenu
Type
This category selects the drive type installed in the

system. The options are Auto (default), 1-39, User and
None. If Autotype Fixed Disk does not find your drive’s
parameters, fill this information in manually under the
User category. This information may be in the manual
which came with your system. If not, contact your dealer
or the hard drive manufacturer to fill in this category. If
you are using a SCSI hard drive, select None and refer to
the documentation which came with the SCSI adapter.
Multiple-Sector Transfers
This category determines the number of sectors per

block for multiple sector transfers. The options are Auto
(default), Disabled, 2 Sectors, 4 Sectors, 6 Sectors, 8
Sectors and 16 Sectors.

LBA Transfer Mode
Enabling this selection causes LBA (Logical Block Ad-

dressing) to be used in place of Cylinders, Heads and
Sectors. The default setting is Enabled.
32-Bit I/O
This category allows you to enable the 32-bit I/O function

of the PCI IDE controller. Select Disabled if your drive
will not run at this speed. The default setting is Disabled.
Transfer Mode
This category sets the transfer speeds for IDE devices.

The Standard option is the default setting. The Fast PIO
1, Fast PIO 2, Fast PIO 3 and Fast PIO 4 options are for
higher speed devices.
Smart Monitoring
This feature will monitor your hard drive and report any
problems detected. This option is automatically detected
based on the hard drive's ability to support it. This setting
cannot be changed.

Setting the Advanced Screen

To move to the Advanced screen, use the left and right
arrow keys <←/→> keys until you see the screen below.
Figure 4-4: Advanced Screen
Serial Port A
Serial Port A may be configured using the following
options: Disabled (No configuration), Enabled (User
configuration), Auto (BIOS configuration) and PnP
O/S (O/S configuration).
Serial Port B
Serial Port B may be configured using the following

Parallel Port
The parallel port may be configured using the following
Floppy Disk Controller

The selection allows you to enable or disable the floppy
disk controller.
Integrated PCI IDE

Enables or disables the integrated Local Bus IDE adapter.
The IDE controller may be set for Primary (default) or
Disabled.
Use MP Specs
Select the Multiprocessor specification. The default set-
ting is 1.1.
Plug & Play O/S

This selection, when set to Yes, allows the system to work
with a Plug and Play operating system such as Windows
95. The default setting is No. NOTE: This selection
should be set to No when using Windows 3.1 or Windows
NT.
Reset Configuration Data

Select Yes if you want to clear the system configuration
data. The default setting is No.

PCI Configuration
Use this selection for additional setup menus to configure
PCI devices. It's also useful to check whether or not
various IRQ's are available for PCI devices or if they are
reserved for legacy ISA devices.
PS/2 Mouse
When disabled, this selection prevents the PS/2 mouse
from functioning. Selecting Enabled (default) allows the
operating system to determine whether to enable or
disable the mouse.
Secured Setup Configuration

Select Yes if you want the system settings to be secured
from change by a Plug and Play operating system. The
default setting is No.
Large Disk Access Mode

If you are using a MicrosoftTM operating system (MS-
DOS, Windows, NT) or any other form of DOS (Novell
DOS or PC-DOS), set to DOS (default). If you are using
other operating systems such as OS/2 or Unix, set to
Other.

Security Screen
The Security screen controls access to the computer. The
security screen allows for settings of two passwords. The
Supervisor Password allows access to the system and
Setup. The User Password allows access to the system, but
not to all Setup features.
Figure 4-5: Security Setup Screen
Set Supervisor Password

This selection controls access to the Setup utility. Press
the ENTER key to enter the Supervisor Password
submenu. The screen on the following page appears.

Figure 4-6: Supervisor Password Submenu
Type the password and press the ENTER key. Retype

the password and press the ENTER key again. Write
down the password somewhere safe so it will not be
forgotten. The password may be disabled by setting the
new password to nothing (pressing the ENTER key
without first typing a password).
WARNING: If you forget the Supervisor Password, it

cannot be disabled without discharging the CMOS.
Set User Password

This selection controls access to the Setup utility.
Follow the same procedure used to set the Supervisor
Password.
NOTE: After a password is entered, it is saved immedi-
ately. All other changes may still be discarded (see Exit
Screen).

Password on Boot
When enabled, the system requires a password upon
power up. Either the Supervisor or User Password may
be entered.
Fixed Disk Boot Sector

This selection allows the boot sector of the fixed disk to
be write protected. The default setting is Normal. When
set for Write Protected, it serves as a form of virus
protection. If the passwords are enabled, this option
may only be changed by the supervisor.
Diskette Access
This selection allows floppy disk access with an option of
the supervisor or user. Selecting Supervisor (default)
gives floppy disk access to the supervisor only. Selecting
User gives floppy disk access to both the user and the
supervisor. If the passwords are enabled, this option may
only be changed by the supervisor.

Power Screen
The Power screen controls the power management func-
tions of the system. To move to the Power screen, use the
left and right arrow <←/→> keys until it appears. To
move between the categories, use the up and down arrow
keys <↑/↓>.
Figure 4-7: Power Screen
Power Management
This selection allows you to change the system power
management settings. Maximum Power Savings con-
serves the greatest amount of system power. Maximum
Performance conserves power but allows greatest system
performance. To alter these settings, choose Customize.
To turn off power management, choose Disabled (de-
fault).

Standby Time-out
The Standby Time-out selection sets the amount of time
that elapses for the system to enter Standby Mode.
Standby Mode turns off various devices in the system,
including the display screen, until you start using the
system again. The options are Off (default), 1 min., 2
min., 4 min., 6 min., 8 min., 12 min. or 16 min.
Auto Suspend Time-out

The Standby Time-out selection sets the amount of time
that elapses for the system to enter Suspend Mode. The
options are Off (default), 5 min., 10 min., 15 min., 20
min., 30 min., 40 min. or 60 min. Before making changes,
"Customized" must be selected in the Power Manage-
ment Mode selection.
Hard Disk Time-out

This selection sets the amount of time that elapses before
the IDE drive enters spin-down mode to conserve power.
The options are Disabled (default), 2 min., 4 min., 6
min., or 8 min., 10 min. and 15 min. Before making
changes, "Customized" must be selected in the Power
Management Mode selection. NOTE: Do not enable this
selection unless your IDE drive supports spin-down mode.

Boot Screen
The Boot screen allows you to configure the power up
system configuration settings.
Figure 4-8: Boot Screen
Boot Device Priority

This feature will set the search order for the types of
bootable devices.
Hard Drive
The system will attempt to boot to the operating system
from the first hard drive listed. If no operating system is
found, the system will attempt to boot from the next
drive listed until an operating system is found.

Exit Screen
After you complete configuring the BIOS, select the Exit
screen.
Figure 4-9: Exit Screen
Choose “Save Changes and Exit” and reboot the com-

puter. Your computer is ready for use.


Chapter 5: Installing Device Drivers
Chapter
Installing Device Drivers
5 This chapter explains how to install the software device

drivers and utilities necessary to utilize the optional
graphics and Fast/ Wide SCSI support. Other drivers and
utilities are available through our online services.
About Device Drivers

Device drivers are necessary for the computer system to
communicate with devices such as CD-ROM drives,
sound controllers, graphics adapters or devices that are
not natively supported by the system BIOS. Once started,
device drivers remain active in the background of the
computer system. Usually a device driver is added to the
CONFIG.SYS file, the AUTOEXEC.BAT file or both.
Installing the Graphics Drivers

Windows 95
1. Start Microsoft Windows 95. The New Hardware
Found screen appears.
2. Insert the M6DPi Drivers and Utilities disk into your

floppy drive.
3. From the New Hardware Found screen, select the

Driver From Disk Provided by Hardware Manufac-
turer option. Click on Next.
4. Type in the driver location: A:\ (where A is the

floppy drive letter). Click on OK.
5. Windows 95 copies the M6DPi video drivers and

utilities to your hard drive.

Chapter 5: Installing Device Drivers
Windows NT
1. Boot Windows NT in VGA mode.
2. From the Main group, double-click on Control Panel,

then double-click on Display.
3. Select Change Display Type.
4. From the Change Display Type screen, select Change

for the adapter type.
5. Select the Other button.
6. Insert the M6DPi Drivers and Utilities disk into your

floppy drive. Click on OK.
7. Click on the Install button.
8. Click on Yes to install the driver.
9. When the Windows NT Setup dialog box appears,

select drive A:\, then click on Continue.
10. When a message appears stating that the drivers

were successfully installed, click on OK.
11. Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
Installing the SCSI Drivers

Refer to the "Adaptec 7800 Family Manager Set User's
Guide" for information on installing and configuring
drivers for your operating system.

Appendix A: Technical Information
Appendix
Specifications
A Part Number:
Processor:
09-00285
Dual ZIF Socket 8

Intel Pentium Pro 150-200MHz
Two VRM headers to supply CPU-
specific voltages.
i960RP: PCI-to-PCI Bridge

Intelligent I/O (I2O)
Inter-integrated circuit (I2C) onboard
Chipset: Intel 440FX PCIset

Intel i960RP - 33MHz or
Intel i960RD - 66MHz.
SMC FDC37C93x Ultra I/O chip
CPU Clock Select: Support for 60 and 66MHz CPU bus

speeds.
Form Factor: Full AT form factor (12"x 13.8")
Expansion: Seven 32-bit PCI slots

Two 16-bit ISA slots
One is a shared PCI/ISA slot
One RAID Port (ARO 1130)
attached to PCI slot.
BIOS: Phoenix 4.0X Plug and Play BIOS on

2MB Flash.
Auto-detection of memory size.
Auto-detection and display of ECC
and EDO memory.
Auto-configuration of IDE hard disk
types.
PCI auto-configuration
Soft Power Down
DMI/SMI
Multi-boot

Memory Capacity: Maximum memory - 1 Gbyte (primary memory)

Four 3.3V unbuffered 64-bit/72-bit
168-pin DIMM sockets.
Supports FPM and EDO DRAM memory
ECC supported via chipset when using parity
Maximum memory - 128MB memory (for i960)

Two 32/36-bit 72-pin SIMM sockets
Onboard Video: Cirrus Logic 5436/5440 PCI graphics accele-

rator with 1MB of memory (optional).
Video cable with VGA monitor connector
Fast/Wide SCSI: Adaptec 7880 Fast/Wide SCSI Bus Mastering

controller (optional).
50-pin SCSI connector
68-pin SCSI connector
Keyboard/Mouse: PS/2 compatible

AT keyboard connector (optional)
Cache: 16K Level 1 Write Back on CPU chip

256K, 512K or 1MB Level 2 cache in CPU
package.
I/O Ports: Two high speed serial ports (16550 compatible)

Enhanced Parallel Port with ECP and EPP
support.
IrDA compliant IR header
Two USB headers
Floppy Port: Auto-detection and support of two floppy drives

(2.88MB, 1.44MB, 1.2MB, 720K, 360K).
PCI IDE: One 40-pin IDE connectors

(Primary IDE).
Multiple sector transfer support
Auto detection of add-in IDE board

Environmental Specifications
The environment in which the M6DPi is located is critical.
Make sure the finished computer system is in an area with
good ventilation. The system should not be in direct sun-
light, near heaters, or exposed to moisture, dust or dirt.
Micronics recommends the following environmental speci-
fications:
Temperature Range
Operating: 50 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 40 degrees
Celsius).
Non -Operating: 50 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 60

degrees Celsius).
Shipping: -22 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit (-30 to 60 degrees

Celsius).
Relative Humidity
Operating: 20% to 80%.
Non-Operating: 5% to 90%.
Power Supply Specifications

The M6DPi requires a 3.3Volt AT power supply. You can
purchase this power supply from most computer vendors.
When purchasing this power supply, ask for a (Split Volt-
age) 3.3 volt AT power supply with the traditional AT
connectors to the system board.
This power supply will have the traditional P8 and P9 for

standard AT sources and P10 and P11 for the 3.3 volt
source. Make sure the power supply also has a +5 volt
Standby Power and Soft Power connection (P13), which is
the ATX standard. In addition, it would be advisable to
request an extra +5 volt source for P12.

Battery Disposal
WARNING:
Please do not open battery, dispose of in fire, recharge, put in
backwards or mix with used or other battery types. The battery
may explode or leak and cause personal injury.

Support and Information Services

Micronics offers a variety of support and information ser-
vices to help you get the most from your product. The
following services are available:
▲ Technical Support
▲ Electronic Bulletin Board Service (BBS)
▲ Return Materials Authorization (RMA)
▲ Fax-On-Demand
▲ World Wide Web
▲ Customer Service
Refer to Table A-1 for details on these services.
Technical Support
If you need technical assistance, our Technical Support
Engineers will be glad to help you. You can contact us via
telephone, fax or BBS. Before calling Technical Support
please have the following information ready:
❏ The model name and 09 part number of your Micronics

product.
❏ Your computer information such as CPU type, operat-

ing system, amount of installed memory and other
peripherals installed in your computer.
❏ Try to call from the location of your computer.
NOTE: For Return Material Authorization purposes, please

keep a copy of your product receipt.

Service Hours Country Telephone Number
Technical Support - Live phone help M-F: 7:00am to USA (510) 661-3000
from Technical Support Engineers 5:00pm (PST) (510) 651-6982 (Fax)
France +33 (1) 45 43 56 26
+33 (1) 45 43 17 78 (Fax)
UK +44 (1256) 844899
+44 (1256) 364222 (Fax)
Electronic Bulletin Board Service 24 hours a day USA (510) 651-6837
(BBS) - Information on software 7 days a week 14400 baud rate, Parity=N,
upgrades, new releases and other Data Bits=8, Stop Bits=1
helpful information YMODEM and ZMODEM
(recommended file transfer
protocols)
" UK +44 (1256) 363373
RMA (Return Materials M-F: 8:00am to USA (510) 661-3030
Authorization) - Return products for 4:45pm (PST) (510) 683-0543 (Fax)
repair
Fax-On-Demand - Automated 24 hours a day USA (510) 661-3199
system for product literature, 7 days a week
technical bulletins and other helpful
information
World Wide Web - Product 24 hours a day USA http://www.micronics.com
information, technical support, press 7 days a week
releases and other helpful
information " Europe http://www.mcrni.com
Customer Service - Order Micronics M-F: 8:00am to USA (800) 577-0977
and Orchid products 5:00pm (PST) (510) 651-3666 (Fax)
France +33 (1) 45 43 56 26
+33 (1) 45 43 17 78 (Fax)
UK +44 (1256) 479 898
+44 (1256) 364222 (Fax)
Germany +49 (89) 58 09 82 55
+49 (89) 58 09 82 25 (Fax)
Taiwan +886 2 918 5005
+886 2 911 5472 (Fax)
Table A1: Support and Information Services

Appendix B: Post Messages
Appendix
POST Messages
B The following table lists the Power On Self Test (POST)

messages, possible causes and solutions.
Message Possible Cause Solution

DISKETTE DRIVE A Drive A failed or is Check Setup and cable
FAILURE missing. connections.
DISKETTE DRIVE B Drive B failed or is Check Setup and cable
FAILURE missing. connections.
EXTENDED RAM Extended memory not Replace defective
FAILED AT working or configured memory.
OFFSET: nnnn properly.
FAILING BITS: nnnn Memory failure in Replace defective
System, Extended, or memory.
Shadow memory.
FIXED DISK X The hard disk is not Rerun SETUP and check
FAILURE (where X configured or working connections, or replace
=0 or 1) properly. hard disk.
FIXED DISK The controller card has Check configuration and
CONTROLLER failed. connections, or replace
FAILURE controller card.
INCORRECT DRIVE Floppy drive A: not set Run Setup.
A TYPE correctly in Setup.
INCORRECT DRIVE Floppy drive A: not set Run Setup.
B TYPE correctly in Setup.
INVALID NVRAM NVRAM chip is bad. Requires repair of system
MEDIA TYPE board.
KEYBOARD The keyboard or Check connections. You
ERROR, or keyboard controller may have to replace the
KEYBOARD failed. keyboard or controller.
CONTROLLER
ERROR
KEYBOARD A key is jammed or was Make sure the keys are
ERROR nn held down during boot. not jammed or dirty.
KEYBOARD Keyswitch on the front of Unlock the keyswitch.
LOCKED the case is locked.

Appendix B: Post Messages
Message Possible Cause Solution

MONITOR TYPE Monitor type not Run Setup and enter
DOES NOT MATCH correctly identified in correct monitor type.
CMOS Setup.
OPERATING Operating system Check Setup to see if
SYSTEM NOT cannot be located on Drive A: and C: are
FOUND Drive C: or Drive A: properly configured, or
put a bootable disk in
Drive A:
PARITY CHECK 1 Parity error found in the Check Setup. Board
nnnn system bus. repair may be required.
PARITY CHECK 2 Parity error found in the Check Setup. Board
nnnn I/O bus. repair may be required.
PREVIOUS BOOT Previous POST did not Run Setup, load default
INCOMPLETE - complete successfully. BIOS settings, make any
DEFAULT necessary adjustments,
CONFIGURATION and save the changes
USED
REAL TIME CLOCK Real-time clock failed May require battery
ERROR BIOS test. replacement or board
repair.
SHADOW RAM Shadow RAM failed. May require repair of
FAILED AT OFFSET system board.
SYSTEM BATTERY System battery died. Replace the system
IS DEAD battery and run Setup to
reconfigure the system.
SYSTEM CACHE External (L2) cache System will still run, but
ERROR - CACHE failed BIOS test. slower. Replace cache
DISABLED at convenience.
SYSTEM CMOS System CMOS has been Run Setup and
CHECKSUM BAD - corrupted or modified reconfigure the system.
RUN SETUP incorrectly.
SYSTEM RAM System RAM failed. Replace defective RAM.
FAILED AT
OFFSET: nnnn
SYSTEM TIMER Timer test failed. Requires repair of system
ERROR board.

Appendix C: Beep and Post Codes
Appendix
Beep and POST Codes
C Beep codes are a series of beeps sent through the speaker

which indicate a problem during the Power On Self Test
(POST). If text appears on the video screen, the M6DPi
has completed POST; any other tone from the speaker
indicates something other than a POST error. These
tones are not described in the tables on the following
pages.
The beep error codes are a series of beeps. The duration

of the beep tones are constant, but the length of the
pauses between the beeps varies. For example: a 1-3-3
beep code will sound like one beep, a pause; three beeps
consecutively, another pause and then three more beeps.
One beep code is often misunderstood. If a video card is

not installed or is failing, the system board will generate
a long-short-long-short beep code. This is often inter-
preted as a 1-2-1 beep code. But POST errors always
vary in the length of the pause and not the duration of
the beep tone.
Another way of identifying a POST error is to use a

device called a POST card. This peripheral card is
inserted into one of the ISA slots and has an LED (or
LCD) read out showing the contents of port 80h.
The following tables list all beep codes and POST

routines.

Code Beeps POST Routine Description

02 Verify Real Mode.
04 Get CPU type.
06 Initialize system hardware.
08 Initialize chipset registers with initial POST values.
09 Get in POST Reg.
0A Initialize CPU registers.
0C Initialize cache initial POST values.
OE Initialize I/O.
OF Initialize the localbus IDE.
10 Initialize Power Management.
11 Load alternate registers with initial POST values.
12 Jump to UserPatch0.
14 Initialize keyboard controller.
16 2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum.
18 8254 timer initialization.
1A 8237 DMA controller initialization.
1C Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller.
20 3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh.
22 3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller.
24 Set ES segment register to 4 GB.
28 Autosize DRAM.
2A Clear 512K base RAM.
2C 3-4-1 Test 512K base address lines.
2E 3-4-3 Test 512K base memory.
32 Test CPU bus-clock frequency.
34 Test CMOS RAM.
35 Initialize alternate chipset registers.
37 Reinitialize the chipset (MB only).
38 Shadow system BIOS ROM.
39 Reinitialize the cache (MB only).
3A Autosize cache.
3C Configure advanced chipset registers.
3D Load alternate registers with CMOS values.
40 Set initial CPU speed.
42 Initialize interrupt vectors.
44 Initialize BIOS interrupts.
46 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice.
47 Initialize manager for PCI Option ROMs.
48 Check video configuration against CMOS.
49 Initialize PCI bus and devices.


4A Initialize all video adapters in system.
4C Shadow video BIOS ROM.
4E Display copyright notice.
50 Display CPU type and speed.
51 Initialize EISA board.
52 Test keyboard.
54 Set key click if enabled.
56 Enable keyboard.
58 2-2-3-1 Test for unexpected interrupts.
5A Display prompt “Press F2 to enter SETUP”.
5C Test RAM between 512 and 640k.
60 Test extended memory.
62 Test extended memory address lines.
66 Configure advanced cache registers.
68 Enable external and CPU caches.
6A Display external cache size.
6C Display shadow message.
6E Display non-disposable segments.
70 Display error messages.
72 Check for configuration errors.
74 Test real-time clock.
76 Check for keyboard errors.
7C Set up hardware interrupt vectors.
7E Test coprocessor if present.
80 Disable onboard I/O ports.
82 Detect and install external RS232 ports.
84 Detect and install external parallel ports.
86 Re-initialize on-board I/O ports.
88 Initialize BIOSData Area.
8A Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area.
8C Initialize floppy controller.
90 Initialize hard-disk controller.
91 Initialize localbus hard-disk controller.
93 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards.
94 Disable A20 address line.
96 Clear huge ES segment register.
98 Search for option ROMs.
9A Shadow option ROMs.


9C Set up Power Management.
9E Enable hardware interrupts.
A0 Set time of day.
A2 Check key lock.
A4 Initialize typematic rate.
A8 Erase F2 prompt.
AA Scan for F2 keystroke.
AC Enter SETUP.
AE Clear in-POST flag.
B0 Check for errors.
B2 POST done - prepare to boot operating system.
B4 One beep.
B6 Check password (optional).
B8 Clear global descriptor table.
BC Clear parity checkers.
BE Clear screen (optional).
BF Check virus and backup reminders.
C0 Try to boot with INT 19.
D0 Interrupt handler error.
D2 Unknown interrupt error.
D4 Pending Interrupt.
D6 Initialize option ROM error.
D8 Shutdown error.
DA Extended Block Move.
DC Shutdown 10 error.
The following are for boot block in Flash ROM:
E2 Initialize the chipset.
E3 Initialize refresh counter.
E4 Check for Forced Flash.
E5 Check HW status of ROM.
E6 BIOS ROM is OK.
E7 Do a complete RAM test.
E8 Do OEM initialization.
E9 Initialize interrupt controller.
EA Read in the bootstrap code.
EB Initialize all vectors.
EC Boot the Flash program.
ED Initialize the boot device.
EE Boot code was read OK.

Appendix D: Hard Disk Drive Types
Appendix
Hard Disk Drive Types
D The following table lists the IDE hard disk types sup-
ported by the M6DPi.
Type Cylinders Heads Write Sectors Size

Precomp
1 306 4 128 17 10
2 615 4 300 17 21
3 615 6 300 17 32
4 940 8 512 17 65
5 940 6 512 17 99
6 615 4 none 17 21
7 462 8 256 17 32
8 733 5 none 17 31
9 900 15 none 17 117
10 820 3 none 17 21
11 855 5 none 17 37
12 855 7 none 17 52
13 306 8 128 17 21
14 733 7 none 17 44
15 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
16 612 4 0 17 21
17 977 5 300 17 42
18 977 7 none 17 59
19 1024 7 512 17 62
20 733 5 300 17 31
21 733 7 300 17 94
22 733 5 300 17 31
23 306 4 0 17 10
24 612 4 305 17 21
25 612 2 300 17 10
26 614 4 none 17 21
27 820 6 none 17 42
28 977 5 none 17 42
29 1218 15 none 36 336
30 1224 15 none 17 159

Appendix D: Hard Disk Drive Types
Type Cylinders Heads Write Sectors Size

Precomp
31 823 10 512 17 71
32 809 6 128 17 42
33 830 7 none 17 50
34 830 10 none 17 72
35 1024 5 none 17 44
36 1024 8 none 17 71
37 615 8 128 17 42
38 1024 8 none 26 109
39 925 9 none 17 72

Appendix E: Updating the System BIOS
Appendix Updating the System BIOS
E
The Micronics system boards are designed so that the
BIOS can be reprogrammed using a BIOS file. You can
easily FLASH a BIOS by following the steps below:
1) After downloading the appropriate BIOS file from

our BBS or Website, extract it to a bootable MS-
DOS 6.X diskette.
2) Reboot your system with the MS-DOS 6.X diskette

in the A: drive. To make sure a clean DOS environ-
ment is loaded, press the F5 key while “Starting MS-
DOS” is displayed. After the system has rebooted,
the cursor will appear at the A:> prompt.
3) Now you can run the FLASH utility. The filename

should be “PHLASH.EXE.” Type this filename at
the A:> prompt (but don’t include its extension),
followed by a space and the BIOS ROM image’s
filename. This file will be included in the download
and has a file length of about 131K or 262K. For
If you example, to update the M6DPi to BIOS version 01,
encounter you would type:
any
problems
during this PHLASH M6DPi_01.ROM [ENTER]
process, or
if you have 4) After the update process has completed and the
questions system reboots, verify that the new BIOS version
about the
procedure,
appears on-screen. If you have problems during this
please call process, or if you have questions about the proce-
Technical dure, please call Technical Support.
Support.
NOTE: If you prefer to send your system board in for the

upgrade, the Micronics RMA department offers this
service free of charge if your system board is under
warranty.

Appendix E: Updating the System BIOS

Appendix F: Warranties and Notices
Appendix
Limited Warranty
F
Except as described below, Micronics warrants the prod-
ucts to be free from defects in material and workmanship
in normal use for a period of one (1) year from date of
purchase. Should any product fail to perform according
to this warranty at any time during the warranty period,
except as provided below, Micronics or its authorized
service centers will, at Micronics’ option, repair or re-
place the product at no additional charge.
The warranty does not cover loss or damage which occurs

in shipment or which is due to: (1) improper installation
or maintenance, misuse, neglect or any cause other than
ordinary commercial application, including without limi-
tation, accidents or acts of God; (2) adjustment, repair,
or modification by other than a Micronics authorized
service center; (3) improper environment, excessive or
inadequate heating or air conditioning, or electrical
power failures, surges or other irregularities; (4) any
statement about the product other than those set forth in
this warranty; or (5) nonconformity to models or samples
shown to the purchaser. Any models or samples were for
the sole purpose of suggesting the character of the
product and are not intended to form the basis of the
bargain.
A receipt or copy of the invoice with the date of purchase

from a Micronics reseller is required before any warranty
service can be rendered. Service can be obtained by
calling Micronics for a Return Merchandise Authoriza-
tion (RMA) Number.
The RMA Number should be prominently displayed on

the outside of the shipping carton of the returned prod-
uct. Returned product should be shipped prepaid or hand
carried to Micronics. The purchaser assumes risk of loss
or damage in transit, and unless otherwise agreed to in
writing by Micronics, will pay inbound shipping charges.

The exclusive remedy of the purchaser under this war-

ranty above will be repair or replace at Micronics’ option,
but if for any reason that remedy should fail of its essential
purpose, the exclusive remedy of the purchaser shall then
be actual damages up to amounts paid for the defective
product by the purchaser. This limited warranty shall be
deemed to “fail of its essential purpose” if, after repeated
efforts, Micronics is unable to make the product operate
as warranted. Micronics’ liability for damages to the
purchaser for any cause whatsoever; regardless of the
form of action and whether in contract or in tort, shall be
limited to the purchase price in effect when the cause of
action arose for the product that is the basis of the claim.
Micronics will not be liable for any lost profits or any

indirect, special incidental or consequential damages in
connection with the product, even if Micronics has been
advised of the possibility of such damages.
Micronics makes no warranties or representations as to

performance of products or as to service to distributor or
to any person, except as set forth in Micronics; limited
warranty accompanying delivery of product.
Micronics disclaims all other warranties whether oral,

written, expressed, or implied, including without limita-
tion, the warranties of design, merchantability, or fitness
for a particular purpose, if applicable, or arising from a
course of dealing, usage or trade practice.
Non-Warranty Service
After the one year warranty service is no longer in effect,
repair service is still available for Micronics products. For
more information, contact Micronics’ RMA department
at (510) 661-3030. The RMA department is open be-
tween 8:30 A.M. and 4:45P.M. Pacific Standard Time.

FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
within the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Interfer-
ence to radio or television reception can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on. You are encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
▲ Reorient the receiving antenna.
▲ Increase the separation between the equipment

and the receiver.
▲ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is con-
nected.
▲ Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.
To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables are required.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

Micronics could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Glossary
Glossary
16550 UART - A high speed chip for Byte - A group of adjacent bits treated
controlling serial ports. Although un- as a unit. Eight bits are typically con-
necessary for a mouse, it is required sidered one byte. Also called a char-
for modems that are 14,400 baud or acter.
faster.
Cache - A process where information
ATX - A system board size measuring is copied from the slower memory
approximately 12” x 9.6”. (DRAM) to the faster memory
(SRAM). Information that is likely to
Asynchronous - Operations that do be read or edited is stored in the cache
not require the clocks of communi- providing significant performance in-
cating devices to be coordinated. See creases.
Synchronous.
Cache Hit - The percentage of re-
Bidirectional Parallel Port - A type of quest for data from memory that can
parallel port that can send and receive be served from the cache.
information.
Cache Miss - A memory access which
BIOS - An Acronym for Basic Input/ cannot be supplied from cache.
Output System. Configures the sys-
tem board and provides hardware in- Cold Boot - Starting the computer by
formation to the operating system. turning on the power or pressing the
RESET button. A cold boot makes the
Bit - A contraction of Binary digit. processor execute all of the diagnos-
The smallest unit of information in a tics. See boot and warm boot.
binary number system. A bit repre-
sents a choice between either zero or CPU - An acronym for Central Pro-
one. cessing Unit. A CPU performs arith-
metic calculations, makes logical de-
Boot - To start up the computer and cisions, and directs the operation of
load the operating system software. the computer in conjunction with the
See cold boot and warm boot. operating system.
Bus - A group of electronic paths used DIMM - An acronym for Dual Inline
to send data between parts of the sys- Memory Module. A small printed cir-
tem. On a system board, the bus con- cuit board containing memory chips.
nects the peripheral cards with the
microprocessor via the expansion Disk Drive - A hardware device
slots. which provides for the storage of data
on diskettes or hard metal disks that
Bus Mastering - The ability of an pe- have a magnetic coating. A disk drive
ripheral card to control the bus with- functions by spinning at high speed
out requiring intervention of the CPU. while moving a device called the read/

Glossary
write head across the disk’s surface in type of ROM chip that can be pro-
order to read or write data in mag- grammed with relatively simple tools
netic code. that will retain its data until erased. It
can only be erased by exposing the cir-
DRAM - An acronym for Dynamic cuitry in the chip to ultraviolet light.
Random Access Memory. A type of See also Flash ROM.
memory chip that only keeps its
memory if supplied with regular clock Fast SCSI - A SCSI data transfer rate
pulses and a chance to regularly re- standard that allows a rate of up to 10
fresh its data. It is slower and more MBytes/sec on an 8-bit SCSI bus and
cost effective than SRAM. See up to 20 MBytes/sec on a 16-bit
SRAM. (Wide) SCSI bus.
ECC - An acronym for Error Check- Flash ROM - A type of ROM chip
ing and Correction. ECC enables par- that will retain its data until erased. It
ity checking and can detect and cor- can be erased or reprogrammed by
rect memory errors on the system supplying it with +12V of voltage. See
board. ROM and EPROM.
ECP - An acronym for Expanded Ca- Gigabyte - A disk storage capacity

pabilities Port. A standard set by measurement. Approximately one
Hewlett Packard and Microsoft Cor- thousand megabytes or 1,073,741,824
poration to expand the capabilities of bytes.
the parallel port.
IDE - An acronym for Integrated De-
EDO Memory - An acronym for Ex- vice Electronics. A standard for com-
tended Data Out. A type of DRAM municating between a hard drive and
with built-in cache for enhanced per- a computer.
formance.
Internal Cache - Cache which is built
EISA - An acronym for Extended In- into the CPU. See Cache.
dustry Standard Architecture. EISA
is a bus design standard which is fully ISA - An acronym for Industry Stan-
backward compatible with the ISA dard Architecture. A well-established
bus. Although it is a 32-bit bus, it only bus standard that originated with the
runs at 8MHz. See PCI, VESA Local IBM AT. See PCI, VESA Local Bus
Bus and ISA. and EISA.
EPP - An acronym for Enhanced Par- Parallel - A form of data transmission

allel Port. A standard which increases in which the data is sent one byte at a
the capabilities of the parallel port. time over several wires that each carry
one byte. In parallel transmission, all
EPROM - Acronym for Erasable Pro-
grammable Read Only Memory. A

Glossary
the bytes arrive simultaneously, as op- ROM - An acronym for Read Only
posed to serial transmission in which Memory. A type of memory that re-
bits arrive one by one. tains its data without requiring power.
Once written, it cannot be modified.
Parallel Port - A connection for a See EPROM and Flash ROM.
printer or similar peripheral. Gener-
ally, parallel ports are output only. See SCSI - Small computer system inter-
Bidirectional Parallel Port and ECP. face. A bus interface standard that
defines physical and electrical char-
PCI - An acronym for Peripheral acteristics for hardware devices. SCSI
Component Interconnect. A high per- provides a standard interface that en-
formance 32-bit or 64-bit bus devel- ables many different kinds of devices,
oped by Intel Corporation. PCI is de- such as disk drives and CD-ROM
signed to be independent of the hard- drives to interface with the host com-
ware architecture to ensure compat- puter.
ibility with future computer systems.
See EISA, VESA Local Bus and ISA. Serial - A type of data transmission
in which the data is sent one bit at a
Pentium - A high performance 64-bit time over a single wire. See Parallel.
CISC processor designed and manu-
factured by Intel Corporation. Serial Port - A communications port
used to connect peripherals such as
Plug and Play - A standard developed modems and mice.
to ensure easy installation of periph-
erals. Theoretically, a newly installed Setup - A program that allows you to
card will automatically configure itself make changes to the system configu-
and work properly without requiring ration.
jumper configuration or device driv-
ers. Shadow RAM - A technique used to
load a duplicate copy of BIOS from
POST - An acronym for Power On slower ROM into faster RAM. This
Self Test. A diagnostic program that enhances system performance be-
is run whenever the system is cold cause it provides higher access speed
booted. to the BIOS.
RAM - An acronym for Random Ac- SIMM - An acronym for Standard

cess Memory. A type of memory that Inline Memory Module. A small
is used as the “working memory” of a printed circuit board containing
computer system. See DRAM and memory chips.
SRAM.
Small Computer System Interface -
See SCSI.

Glossary
SRAM - An acronym for Static Ran- operates at the speed of the

dom Access Memory. A type of computer’s CPU. See PCI, EISA and
memory that can retain data without ISA.
requiring a regular clock signal. Al-
though they are faster than DRAM, VRM - Voltage Regulator Module.
they hold less data and are more ex- Supplies CPU specific voltages for the
pensive. Secondary CPU.
Synchronous - Protocols that require Warm Boot - Restarting the system

the clocks of communicating ma- by simultaneously pressing the
chines or devices to be coordinated. <Ctrl>, <Alt> and <Delete> keys.
Synchronous Cache - A type of cache Wide SCSI - A SCSI-2 enhancement

that uses a clock signal to latch the that allows data to be transferred 16
inputs and the data output. This struc- or 32 bits at a time on the SCSI bus
ture spreads the cache access across instead of 8 bits at a time.
two or three cycles while maintaining
a bandwidth of one access per cycle. Write-Back Cache - Upon a cache
Improves performance by 5-10%. hit, the cache is updated and the main
memory is not affected. Upon a cache
Terabyte - A measurement for very miss, only the main memory is up-
large storage capacity. One Terabyte dated.
is equivalent one-thousand gigabytes,
one -million megabytes, or Write -Through Cache - Upon a
1,099,511,627,766 bytes. cache hit, the cache and the main
memory are updated. Upon a cache
Unbuffered DIMMs - The unbuffered miss, only the main memory is up-
DIMM modules do not use any buffer dated.
logic chips, thus achieving faster op-
eration due to the elimination of the
propagation delay of the logic buffer.
This increase in speed comes at the
cost of reducing the maximum num-
ber of modules on the same system
board.
VESA - An acronym for Video Elec-

tronics and Standards Association.
VESA Local Bus (VL-Bus) - A high

performance bus designed by VESA.
A 32-bit version of the ISA bus which

Index
Index
A
AT
Chassis - 18
Form Factor - 53
Power Supply - 55
B
Battery Disposal - 56
Beep and POST Codes - 61
BIOS
Configuration - 33
Setup - 33
Updating - 67
Bulletin Board System (BBS) - 58
C
Configuring the M6DPi - 11
Connecting
Graphics Option - 30
SCSI Option - 31
D
Diagram (M6DPi) - 12
E
Extended Data Out (EDO) Memory - 17, 19
Environmental Specifications - 55

Index
Error Checking (ECC) - 17, 19
F
Fast Page Mode (FPM) Memory - 17, 19
H
Hard Disk Drive Types - 65
Help
Bulletin Board System (BBS) - 58
Telephone Numbers - 58
Troubleshooting - 59, 61
I
Installation
CPU - 27
Installing the M6DPi - 17
ISA Peripheral Card - 29
PCI Peripheral Card - 28
Quick Installation - 9
Graphics Drivers - 30
SCSI Drivers - 50
J
Jumper Settings - 13
M
M6DPi System Board Diagram - 12

Index
Memory
Adding - 19
Configurations - 21
Installing - 25, 26
Removing - 25, 26
Supported - 17, 19
O
Online Services - 58
P
POST Messages - 59
S
SCSI Option - 31
Specifications - 53
System BIOS - 33, 67
T
Technical Specifications - 53
Technical Support - 57
Troubleshooting - 59, 61
U
Updating the System BIOS - 67
Utility Programs
Advanced Screen - 40
BIOS Setup - 33

Index
Boot Screen - 48
Exit Screen - 49
IDE Device Submenu - 38
Main Screen - 35
Security Screen - 43
W
World Wide Web - 58

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Portions of the Manual

M6DPi System Board Manual

Chapter 1 - Quick Installation 9

Chapter 2 - Configuring the M6DPi 11

Chapter 3 - Installing the M6DPi 17

M6DPi System Board Manual 1

Chapter 4 - The BIOS Setup Utility 33

Chapter 5 - Installing Device Drivers 51

Appendix A - Technical Information 53

2 M6DPi System Board Manual

Appendix C - Beep and POST Codes 61

Appendix D - Hard Disk Drive Types 65

Appendix E - Updating the System BIOS 67

Appendix F - Warranties and Notices 69

M6DPi System Board Manual 3

4 M6DPi System Board Manual

The M6DPi features Wide SCSI, Universal Serial Bus

Designed to fit into the AT form factor, the versatile

Micronics builds all products to exacting standards, using

M6DPi System Board Manual 5

▲ Dual ZIF Socket 8

▲ Seven 32-bit PCI slots

▲ Maximum memory - 1 Gbyte (primary memory)

▲ Supports FPM and EDO DRAM memory

▲ Fast/Wide SCSI Bus Mastering controller w/ 50-pin S C S I

▲ Cirrus Logic 5436/5440 PCI graphics accelerator

▲ Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) headers

6 M6DPi System Board Manual

▲ Novell NetWare 3.12

M6DPi System Board Manual 7

Before You Begin

When you see the Magnifying Glass, it refers

When you see the Exclamation Mark, it gives

8 M6DPi System Board Manual

1 We know that many experienced people prefer to read as

Installing the M6DPi

6. Install any ISA and/or PCI add-on peripherals (refer

7. Now you can connect any optional devices (refer to

8. Turn the computer on and press the <F2> key

M6DPi System Board Manual 9

Figure 1.1: Power-Up Screen

9. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to

10. After you have configured the Main Setup menu,

11. Install the video controller device drivers (optional).

12. Install the SCSI device drivers (optional). Refer to

10 M6DPi System Board Manual

Chapter Configuring the M6DPi

2 Although the M6DPi system board is packaged in pro-

Once the M6DPi is removed from its packaging, place it

M6DPi System Board Manual 11

M6DPi System Board

Figure 2.1: M6DPi System Board

12 M6DPi System Board Manual

Table 2-1: CPU Speed Selections

Clock Ratio (Internal:External)