MSI RD480 Neo2 User Manual
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CONTENTS
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement .......................................................... ii
Copyright Notice .............................................................................................................. iii
Technical Support .......................................................................................................... iv
Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................... iv
WEEE Statement .............................................................................................................. v
Chapter 1. Getting Started .................................................................................... 1-1
Mainboard Specifications ................................................................................... 1-2
Mainboard Layout ................................................................................................ 1-5
Packing Checklist ................................................................................................. 1-6
MSI Special Feature ............................................................................................ 1-7
Core Cell
TM
Chip ........................................................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup .................................................................................. 2-1
Quick Components Guide ................................................................................... 2-2
Central Processing Unit: CPU ............................................................................. 2-3
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 939 ............................................. 2-4
Installing AMD Athlon64 CPU Cooler Set .................................................... 2-5
Memory ................................................................................................................. 2-6
DIMM Module Combination ........................................................................... 2-6
Power Supply ...................................................................................................... 2-8
ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: ATX1 ......................................................... 2-8
ATX 12V Power Connector: JPW R1/ JPRW 2 ............................................ 2-8
Back Panel ........................................................................................................... 2-9
Mouse/Keyboard Connector ...................................................................... 2-9
IEEE 1394 Port (optional) ............................................................................. 2-9
Serial Port Connector ................................................................................ 2-10
USB Connectors ........................................................................................ 2-10
LAN (RJ-45) Jacks ..................................................................................... 2-11
Audio Port Connectors ............................................................................... 2-11
Parallel Port Connector: LPT1 ................................................................... 2-12
Connectors ........................................................................................................ 2-13
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 ........................................................ 2-13
Fan Power Connectors: CPU_FAN1 / SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN1 ............. 2-13
ATA133 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ........................................... 2-14
Serial ATA Connectors: SATA1~SATA4 ................................................... 2-15
CD-In Connector: JCD1 ............................................................................. 2-16
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 ...................................................... 2-16