Page 4 - Chapter 1: Introduction; Integrated S3 Graphics UniChorme
4 http://www.TYAN.com Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 – Congratulations! You have just bought one of the most advanced platforms as a high Quality/reliable single board computer. The Tomcat K7M is based on VIA KN400A chipset, supporting the AMD Geode NX Processor with 133MHz FSB, DDR memory, VIA integra...
Page 6 - Chapter 2: Board Installation; Installation; board was shipped in.; NOTE
6 http://www.TYAN.com Chapter 2: Board Installation Installation You are now ready to install your motherboard. The mounting hole pattern of the Tomcat K7M matches the ATX system board specifications. Your chassis should support a standard ATX motherboard form factor. How to install our products rig...
Page 7 - The following is an image of the Tomcat K7M 2498AGNN.
7 http://www.TYAN.com 2.1 – Board Image The following is an image of the Tomcat K7M 2498AGNN. This picture is representative of the latest board revision available at the time of publishing. The board you receive may or may not look exactly like the above picture. The following page includes details...
Page 12 - Default; Clear; disconnect; Reconnect power & power on system
12 http://www.TYAN.com 2.5– CMOS Reset (JP13) Pin_3 Pin_1 Default Pin_3 Pin_1 Clear You can reset the CMOS settings by using this jumper if you have forgotten your system/setup password or need to clear system BIOS setting. - Power off system and disconnect both power connectors from the motherboard...
Page 16 - – Mounting the Motherboard
16 http://www.TYAN.com 2.13 – Mounting the Motherboard Before installing your motherboard, make sure your chassis has the necessary motherboard support studs installed. These studs are usually metal and are gold in color. Usually, the chassis manufacturer will pre-install the support studs. If you’r...
Page 17 - work if you are required to run the
17 http://www.TYAN.com 2.14 – Installing the Memory Before attempting to install any memory, make sure that the memory you have is compatible with the motherboard as well as the processor. For example, while PC1600 DDR modules are compatible with all DDR based motherboards, they will not work if you...
Page 18 - unplug the power connector to the
18 http://www.TYAN.com Once the memory modules are firmly seated in the slot, two latches on either side will close and secure the module into the slot. Sometimes you may need to close the latches yourself. To remove the memory module, simply push the latches outwards until the memory module pops up...
Page 19 - Heatsink Installation
19 http://www.TYAN.com 2. Align the processor with the socket. There are keys underneath the processor just like on memory modules to ensure that they insert the correct way. 3. Seat the processor firmly into the socket by gently pressing down until the processor sits flush with the socket. 4. Place...
Page 20 - Floppy Drives; The first floppy drive (sometimes denoted as
20 http://www.TYAN.com Simply plug in the BLUE END of the IDE cable into the motherboard IDE connector, and the other ends into the drive(s). Each standard IDE cable has three connectors, two being close to each other. The BLUE connector that is far on its own is the end that plugs into the motherbo...
Page 21 - Symptoms of incorrectly installed floppy drives; Drive is not automatically detected; Before continuing onto; Connecting External Devices; , make sure everything is
21 http://www.TYAN.com Below are some symptoms of incorrectly installed floppy drives. While they are minor and installing them incorrectly doesn’t cause severe problems, it may cause your system to freeze or crash when trying to read and or write to disks. Symptoms of incorrectly installed floppy d...
Page 22 - unplug the power connector to the motherboard before performing
22 http://www.TYAN.com 2.18 – Installing Add-In Cards Before installing add-in cards, it’s good to be aware if they’re fully compatible with your motherboard. For this reason, we’ve provided a chart, listing the most common slots that may appear on your motherboard. Not all the slots in this diagram...
Page 23 - Connect power cable to power supply to power outlet
23 http://www.TYAN.com 2.19 – Connecting External Devices The standard devices you should expect to plug into the motherboard are keyboards, mice, and printer cables. The following diagram will detail the ATX port stack for the following board: Although primarily to connect printers, the parallel pr...
Page 24 - calling
24 http://www.TYAN.com 2.21 – Finishing Up Congratulations on making it this far! You’re finished setting up the hardware aspect of your computer. Before closing up your chassis, make sure that all cables and wires are connected properly, especially IDE cables and most importantly, jumpers. You may ...
Page 25 - Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
25 http://www.TYAN.com Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Installation The BIOS is the basic input/output system, the firmware on the motherboard that enables your hardware to interface with your software. This chapter describes different settings for the BIOS that can be used to configure your system. The BIOS ...
Page 26 - On the following pages, options written in; bold type; represent the BIOS Setup default.
26 http://www.TYAN.com Getting Help Pressing [ F1 ] will display a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item. To exit the Help Window, press [ ESC ] or the [ F1 ] key again. In Case of Problems If you discover that you have trou...
Page 27 - – Main BIOS Setup
27 http://www.TYAN.com 3.1 – Main BIOS Setup When you enter Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the following screen will appear as below: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility ► Standard CMOS Features ► Advanced BIOS Features ► Advanced Chipset Features ► Integrated Peripherals ► Power Managem...
Page 28 - Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.
28 http://www.TYAN.com Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the BIOS default values that are factory settings for optimal performance system operations. While Award has designed the custom BIOS to maximize performance, the factory has the right to change these defaults to meet their needs. ...
Page 29 - – Standard CMOS Features; Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
29 http://www.TYAN.com 3.2 – Standard CMOS Features In this section, you can alter general features such as the date and time, as well as access to the IDE configuration options. Note that the options listed below are for options that can directly be changed within the Main Setup screen. User can Us...
Page 31 - – Advanced BIOS Features; Item Help; CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking:
31 http://www.TYAN.com 3.3 – Advanced BIOS Features In Advanced BIOS features, you will be able to adjust many of the feature that effect system speed and boot-up options. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced BIOS Features Virus Warning CPU Internal Cache External Cache CPU L2 Cache ECC c...
Page 33 - Hard Disk Boot Priority:; Select
33 http://www.TYAN.com Disabled / Enabled Small Logo (EPA) Show: Toggles the display of the EPA Energy Star logo at POST. Enabled / Disabled Boot Sequence: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced BIOS Features ► Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device B...
Page 34 - – Advanced Chipsets Features; DRAM Clock/Drive Control; Memory Hole
34 http://www.TYAN.com 3.4 – Advanced Chipsets Features In Advanced Chipset Features, you will be abled to adjust many of the chipset special features. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Chipset Features ► DRAM Clock/Drive Control ► AGP & P2P Bridge Control ► CPU & PCI Bus Contr...
Page 35 - Current FSB Frequency:; Select setting for DRAM clock
35 http://www.TYAN.com Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility DRAM Clock/Drive Control Current FSB Frequency Current DRAM Frequency DRAM Clock DRAM Timing DRAM CAS Latency Bank Interleave Precharge to Active (Trp) Tras Non-DDR400/DDR400 Active to CMD (Trcd) DRAM Command Rate DRAM Burst Len Write Rec...
Page 37 - Write to frame buffer directly; AGP Master 1 WS Write:; Enable / Disable AGP Master 1 WS Write function; AGP Master 1 WS Read:; Show panel type
37 http://www.TYAN.com AGP Fast Write: Write to frame buffer directly Disabled/Enabled AGP Master 1 WS Write: Enable / Disable AGP Master 1 WS Write function Disabled/Enabled AGP Master 1 WS Read: Enable / Disable AGP Master 1 WS Read function Disabled/Enabled AGP 3.0 Calibration Cycle: Enable / Dis...
Page 38 - PCI Delay Transaction:
38 http://www.TYAN.com Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU & PCI Bus Control PCI1 Master 0 WS Write PCI2 Master 0 WS Write PCI1 Post Write PCI2 Post Write VLink 8X Support PCI Delay Transaction [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help _________________________...
Page 39 - – Integrated Peripherals
39 http://www.TYAN.com 3.5 – Integrated Peripherals Options related to onboard peripheral features can be altered through the following: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals ► VIA OnChip IDE Device ► VIA OnChip PCI Device ► SuperIO Device Init Display First [Press Enter] [Pr...
Page 41 - Modem; USB Keyboard Support:
41 http://www.TYAN.com AC97 Audio: Enable / Disable onchip AC97.audio Auto / Disabled MC97 Modem: Enable / Disable onchip MC97. Modem Auto / Disabled Onchip USB Controller: This item allows you to decide to “All Disabled” or “All Enabled” the USB device. All Disabled / All Enabled / 1&2 USB Port...
Page 42 - IR Transmission Delay:; This item allows you to select IR “Half” or “Full” duplex function.
42 http://www.TYAN.com Super IO Device: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Super IO Device Onboard FDC Controller Onboard Serial Port 1 Onboard Serial Port 2 UART Mode Select RxD, TxD Active IR Transmission Delay UR2 Duplex Mode Use IR Pins Onboard Parallel Port Parallel Port Mode EPP Mode Selec...
Page 44 - – Power Management Setup; IRQ/Event Activity Detect; Power Management Option:; User Define / Maximum Saving / Minimum Saving
44 http://www.TYAN.com 3.6 – Power Management Setup Options related to power management can be altered through the following: Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup ACPI Function ACPI Suspend Type Power Management Option HDD Power Down Suspend Mode Video Off Option Video Off M...
Page 49 - – PC Health Status; CPU Warning Temperature:; Set the CPU Warning Temperature.; Shutdown Temperature:; The onboard Winbond
49 http://www.TYAN.com 3.8 – PC Health Status This menu is related to detecting system temperature, voltage, fan and speed. Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility PC Health Status CPU Warning Temperature Current SYS Temperature Current CPU Temperature Current CPUFAN Speed Current SYSFAN Speed VCORE ...
Page 51 - – Load Optimized Defaults
51 http://www.TYAN.com 3.10 – Load Fail-Safe Defaults Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility ► Standard CMOS Features ► Advanced BIOS Features ► Advanced Chipset Features ► Integrated Peripherals ► Power Management Setup ► PnP/PCI Configurations ► PC Health Status ► Frequency/Voltage Control Load Fa...
Page 53 - PASSWORD; – Exit Selecting
53 http://www.TYAN.com Type the password, up to eight characters in length, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will clear any previously entered password from CMOS memory. You will be asked to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You may also press <...
Page 56 - Appendix I: Glossary; a power management specification that
56 http://www.TYAN.com Appendix I: Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface): a power management specification that allows the operating system to control the amount of power distributed to the computer’s devices. Devices not in use can be turned off, reducing unnecessary power expe...
Page 61 - Technical Support
61 http://www.TYAN.com Technical Support If a problem arises with your system, you should first turn to your dealer for direct support. Your system has most likely been configured or designed by them and they should have the best idea of what hardware and software your system contains. Hence, they s...
Page 62 - Notice for the USA; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
62 http://www.TYAN.com Notice for the USA Compliance Information Statement (Declaration of Conformity Procedure) DoC FCC Part 15: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device...