SOYO SY-6BA+ manual Save and Exit Setup, Exit Without Saving

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BIOS Setup Utility

SY-6BA+

Hot Keys: Function keys give you access to a group of commands throughout the BIOS utility.

Function

Command

Description

F1

Help

Gives the list of options available for each item.

 

 

Shift F2

Color

Change the color of the display window.

F5

Old values

Restore the old values. These are the values that

 

the user started the current session with.

 

 

F6

Load BIOS

Loads all options with the BIOS Setup default

Defaults

values.

 

F7

Load Setup

Loads all options with the Power-On default values.

Defaults

 

 

 

F10

Save & Exit

Saves your changes and reboots the system.

Setup

 

 

 

[Esc]

Quit

Lets you return at anytime and from any location to

 

the Main Menu.

 

 

SAVE AND EXIT SETUP

Select the [SAVE & EXIT SETUP] option from the Main Menu to save data to CMOS and exit the setup utility. This option saves all your changes and causes the system to reboot.

 

 

 

R O M P C I / I S A B I O S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C M O S S E T U P U T I L I T Y

 

 

 

 

 

A W A R D S O F T W A R E , I N C .

 

 

S T A N D

A R D C M O S S E T U P

I N T E G R A T E D P E R I P H E R A L S

 

B I O S F E

A T U R E S S E T U P

S U P E R V I S O R P A S S W O R D

 

C H I P S E

T F E A T U R E S S E T U P

U S E R P A S S W O R D

 

P O W E R

SAVE to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)?

 

M A N A G E M N T S E T U P

I D E H D D A U T O D E T E C T I O N

 

P N P / P C

I C O N F I G U R A T I O N

S A V E & E X I T S E T U P

 

L O A D S

 

E T U P D E F A U L T S

E X I T W I T H O U T S A V I N G

 

L O A D B I O S D E F A U L T S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E s c

: Q u i t

− ↓ → ←

: S e l e c t I t e m

F 1 0

: S a v e & E x i t S e t u p

( S h i f t ) F 2

: C h a n g e C o l o r

 

 

 

T i m e , D a t e , H a r d D i s k T y p e …

 

 

Type [Y] to save the changes and exit or [N] to return to the Main Menu and keep current values.

EXIT WITHOUT SAVING

Selecting the [EXIT WITHOUT SAVING] option allows you to

abandon all data and exit setup, therefore ignoring all your changes.

 

 

 

R O M P C I / I S A B I O S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C M O S S E T U P U T I L I T Y

 

 

 

 

 

 

A W A R D S O F T W A R E , I N C .

 

 

 

S T A N D A R D C M O S S E T U P

I N T E G R A T E D P E R I P H E R A L S

B I O

 

S F E A T U R E S S E T U P

S U P E R V I S O R P A S S W O R D

 

C H

I

P S E T F E A T U R E S S E T U P

U S E R P A S S W O R D

 

 

P O

W E R M A N A G E M E N T S E T U P

I D E H D D A U T O D E T E C T I O N

 

P N

 

 

Quit Without Saving (Y/N)?

_

 

P / P C I C O N F I G U R A T I O N

S A V E & E X I T S E T U P

 

 

L O

A D S E T U P D E F A U L T S

E X I T W I T H O U T S A V I N G

 

L O

A D B I O S D E F A U L T S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E s c

: Q u i t

− ↓ → ←

: S e l e c t I t e m

F 1 0

: S a v e & E x i t S e t u p

( S h i f t ) F 2

: C h a n g e C o l o r

 

 

 

T i m e , D a t e , H a r d D i s k T y p e …

 

 

 

Type [Y] to abandon changes and exit or [N] to return to the Main Menu and keep current values.

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Contents SY-6BA+ Version SY-6BA+Edition February 6BA+ SerialTable of Contents SY-6BA+ Motherboard Layout Back Panel SY-6BA+ PlatformKEY Features IntroductionSY-6BA+ Platform Features SY-6BA+ BACK-PANEL Features Electrostatic Discharge Precautions Handling the MotherboardHardware Setup PreparationsUnpacking the Motherboard This Quick Start GuideInstallation Guide CPU InstallationSY-6BA+ SY-6BA+ CPU Fan Installation Sdram Memory Module Installation DimmSdram IDE Device Installation HDD, CD-ROM Floppy Drive InstallationFront Panel Connections Speaker Power LED & KeyLockReset Turbo LEDATX Power On/Off Switch Back Panel ConnectionsPS/2 Keyboard Onboard Serial Ports COM1/COM2Parallel Port PRT PS/2 MouseInfrared IR1 Other ConnectionsWake-On-LAN WOL Other Display CardsCooling Fan Installation CPU Cooling FanChassis Cooling Fan ATX Power Supply AGP VGA CardPCI Audio Card SY-6BA+ Pay special care to the directionalityJP5 Power-On by Keyboard Jumper JP10Cmos Clearing JP5 At least 5 secondsPower On ROM PCI/ISA Bios Cmos Setup Utility Award SOFTWARE, INCSelect Standard Cmos Setup Quick Bios SetupSelect Load Setup Default Select Soyo Combo SetupTroubleshooting at First Start Select Save & Exit SetupWhat should I do if the Motherboard refuses to start? Power Off Suspend ModeSelecting items Modifying selected itemsSave and Exit Setup Exit Without SavingSoyo Combo Setup ROM PCI/ISA Bios Soyo Combo Setup Award SOFTWARE, INCClock Quick CPU Frequency Setup Setting DescriptionCPU Host/PCI CPU Ratio AGP ClockBios Setup Utility Quick Power On Self TestSoft-Off by Power-On by Ring/LANPower-On by Alarm PWR-BTTNCpufan Off In Suspend ROM PCI/ISA Bios Standard Cmos Setup Award SOFTWARE, INC Standard Cmos SetupDate & Time Display Setting Please Note TimeFloppy Drives Setting Description Drives a & B Hard Disks Type & ModePrimary Setting Description Secondary Master & Slave Type ModeVideo Halt OnBios Features Setup ROM PCI/ISA Bios Bios Features Setup Award SOFTWARE, INCVirus Warning Setting Description Typematic Settings Description Rate SettingTypematic Rate HDD S.M.A.R.T. capability Video or Adapter Bios ShadowAssign IRQ For VGA OS Select for DRAM64MB Report No FDD For WINChipset Features Setup ROM PCI/ISA Bios Chipset Features Setup Award SOFTWARE, INCChipset Features Setup Video RAM Cacheable BIT I/O Recovery TimePassive Release Delayed Transaction AGP Aperture Size Chipset Features SetupChipset Features Spread Spectrum ModulatedPower Management Setup ROM PCI/ISA Bios Power Management Setup Award SOFTWARE, INCFunction Power Management Controls Setting DescriptionPower ManagementStandby Mode PM Timers Setting DescriptionDoze Mode HDD Power DownSerial Port IDE0, IDE1Floppy Disk Parallel PortPNP/PCI Configuration Setup ROM PCI/ISA Bios PNP/PCI Configuration Award SOFTWARE, INCInstalled 1 PNP/PCI Configuration ControlsSetting Description Controls PnP OS Reset Configuration DataPNP/PCI 2 PNP/PCI Configuration SetupSetting Description Setup Assign IRQ For USBLoad Setup Defaults ROM PCI/ISA Bios Cmos Setup Utility Award SOFTWARE, INCROM PCI/ISA Bios Integrated Peripherals Award SOFTWARE, INC Integrated PeripheralsOn-Chip PCI IDE Primary Secondary Keyboard Controls Setting Description USB Keyboard SupportIDE Init Display FirstUR2 Duplex Mode ECP/EPP Multi I/O AddressesLPT1 COM1Supervisor Password Enter Password User PasswordROM PCI/ISA Bios Cmos Setup Utility Award SOFTWARE, INC IDE HDD Auto DetectionDrivers Installation Insert the Soyo CD into the CD-ROM driveInstall Drivers Intel Southbridge Drivers Intel Busmaster Drivers for OS/2 Core voltageSelect which driver you want to install and click OK Fan speed

SY-6BA+ specifications

The SOYO SY-6BA+ motherboard, launched during the late 1990s, became renowned for its exceptional features and performance capabilities, capturing the attention of PC enthusiasts and builders at the time. Designed to support Intel’s Socket 370 processors, including the popular Pentium III, it provided a robust foundation for high-performance systems.

One of the key features of the SOYO SY-6BA+ is its versatility in memory support. It supports up to 1 GB of SDRAM with a 100 MHz front-side bus, allowing users to leverage enhanced memory bandwidth for improved performance. The board supports both single-sided and double-sided memory modules, offering flexibility to accommodate a range of memory configurations.

The architecture of the SY-6BA+ includes a VIA Apollo 100 chipset, which significantly boosts system stability and manages data effectively between the CPU and connected peripherals. The inclusion of a PCI expansion slot architecture ensures ample expansion capabilities, allowing users to add various add-on cards, such as graphics cards, sound cards, and network cards, catering to diverse computing needs.

An interesting feature of the SOYO SY-6BA+ is its onboard hardware monitoring system. This technology provides users with real-time updates on critical system parameters such as CPU temperature, fan speed, and system voltage. The health monitoring features enhance system reliability and longevity, making it an attractive option for users who crave stability in their builds.

In terms of connectivity, the motherboard is equipped with an integrated IDE controller that supports Ultra DMA/66, enabling faster data transfer rates with compatible hard drives. Additionally, the board has multiple USB ports, providing modern connectivity options for peripheral devices, even at a time when USB technology was still on the rise.

The SOYO SY-6BA+ also boasts a user-friendly BIOS interface, granting users access to various configuration options to optimize performance. Its support for overclocking provides experienced users with the tools necessary to push their systems beyond standard specifications, enhancing overall performance while still prioritizing system stability.

In conclusion, the SOYO SY-6BA+ remains a testament to its era’s innovative approach to PC architecture and design. Its combination of robust features, versatile memory support, and expansion capabilities rendered it a desirable choice for both casual builders and serious enthusiasts during the late 1990s. As a historical piece, it reflects a significant transition in computer hardware technology, paving the way for future advancements in motherboard design.