SOYO SOYOTM SY-KT880DRAGON2 System Perf. & OverClocking, Setting Description System, Performance

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BIOS Setup UtilitySY-KT880 DRAGON 2

System Perf. & OverClocking

 

 

 

Setting

Description

Note

 

 

 

 

System

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Normal

Adjust your computer performance.

Default

 

Performance

 

Fast

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turbo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU Ratio Selection

Auto The available CPU ratio you Default

5.0, 5.5, 6.0, 6.5, can select will depends on you 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, CPU ID.

9.0, 9.5, 10.0, 10.5, 11.0, 11.5, 12.0, 12.5, 13.0, 13.5, 14.0, 15.0, 16.0, 16.5, 17.0, 18.0, 19.0, 20.0, 21.0, 22.5

 

CPU FSB Select

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto

Choose the pre-defined CPU

Default

 

 

Manual

frequency setting or auto for auto

 

 

 

100 MHz

CPU Freq. detects. For experienced

 

 

 

120 MHz

overcloker, set the field to “Manual”

 

 

 

133 MHz

to overclock the CPU Freq. by 1

 

 

 

140 MHz

MHz stepping. Don’t forget to set the

 

 

 

150 MHz

correct CPU to PCI divider.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

166 MHz

 

 

 

 

200 MHz

 

 

If [CPU FSB Select] is set to [Manual]

Frequency 1MHz Stepping

100~327 Press “Page Up” / “Page Down” key to Over Clock the CPU Front Side Bus in 1MHz increment or Press “Enter” key, then type the desired CPU Front Side Bus.

CPU to PCI Divider

Auto

/3

/4

/5

/6

This option determines how fast your PCI slot run at; default PCI speed is 33MHz.

Default

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Contents Motherboard Edition April Version P1.0Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Unpacking the MotherboardMotherboard Description KEY Features CPUHandling the Motherboard SoundElectrostatic Discharge Precautions SY-KT880 Dragon 2 Motherboard Layout SY-KT880 Dragon 2 Motherboard Components CPU Cooling Fan CPUFAN3 connector Front panel I/O Connector J30ATX Power Supply connector +12V Power ConnectorCPU Cooling Fan CPUFAN1, 2 connectors ABR Anti Burn Regulator JumperDDR Dimm Banks Bus Mastering EIDE/ATAPI Ports3V Lithium Battery Floppy disk connector5V Stand-By Indicator LED Onboard buzzerIEEE1394 Firewire connector Sata ConnectorsVIA VT6307 Ieee 1394 Firewire controller USB 2.0 connectorsFlash Bios Cdin Cdrom Audio In connectorsAuxin Cdrom Audio In connectors ITE IT8705F Super I/O ChipVIA VT6122 LAN Chip Hardware Installation PreparationsInstallation Guide Install the CPUHardware Installation CPU Fan Installation Hardware Installation Hardware Installation FOC Fan-Off Control FOC only works on CpufanABR Anti Burn Regulator ABR JumperInstall Memory Module Memory Configuration Table Install Expansion CardAGP Pro Slot Connect cables, case wires, and power supply IDE Device Installation HDD, CD-ROMParallel ATA connectors Floppy Drive Installation Power LED + +Reset SpeakerATX Power On/Off Switch Back Panel ConnectionsOnboard Serial Ports COM Parallel Port PRT LPTPS/2 Keyboard PS/2 Mouse+Data Power Onboard audio Audio Speakers connections Other Connections Standard Infrared SirconCPUFAN1, CPUFAN2, CPUFAN3 Chassis Cooling Fan CHAFAN1,CHAFAN2, CHAFAN3 CD Line-in/AUXIN CDIN1,AUXIN1 Front panel I/O Connector J30 Ieee 1394 Firewire Connector FW1/FW2 ATX12V Power Supply StepsPay special care to the directionality Cmos Power OnCmos Clear JP5 Quick Bios Setup Select Save Changes and Exit Select Standard Bios FeaturesSelect Load Optimal Defaults Bios Setup Utility PC Health Status Save Changes and Exit Bios Setup Utility Soyo Combo Feature Soyo Combo FeatureSoyo Combo Feature DDR Voltage Select Soyo Combo FeatureSetting Description Clock Generator Configuration OnboardOnboard Onboard AC 97 Audio Onboard LAN System Perf. & OverClockingSetting Description System System Perf. & OverClockingPerformance CPU Ratio SelectionClockMhz Spread Spectrum Auto PCI ClockAdvanced Tune-up Settings Advanced Tune-up SettingsAGP Master 1 W/S Write Fast CommandAGP Master 1 W/S Read Standard Bios Features Standard Bios FeaturesSystem Time/System Date ProcessorAdvanced Bios Features Advanced Bios FeaturesPrimary IDE Master IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration Setting Description Onboard PCI IDE ControllerHard Disk Write Protect IDE Detect Time Out SecFloppy Configuration Floppy ConfigurationFloppy Drives Setting Description Drives a Floppy DrivesSuperIO Configuration Acpi Configuration Acpi ConfigurationSetting Description Suspend Mode Repost VideoOn S3 Resume USB DeviceAPM Configuration Setting Description Power Power ButtonRestore on AC/PowerAdvanced Monitor Events Controls Advanced Resume Events Controls MPS Configuration USB ConfigurationMPS Configuration Setting Description MPS RevisionSetting Description USB 1.1 Ports ConfigurationUSB 2.0 Ports Legacy USBPCI/PNP Resource Management PCI/PNP Resource ManagementAdvanced PCI/PnP Settings Setting Description Controls Plug & Play OSPCI Latency Timer Allocate IRQ toSetting Description FOC Fan-Off PC Health StatusCPU Device Monitoring PC Health StatusVcore, +3.3V +5V, +12V, DDR Voltage, AGP CPU Temp External Setting Description ABR Anti Burn RegulatorTemperature CPU Temp. On Die Boot Settings Configuration Boot Configuration SetupBoot Configuration Setup Boot Device Priority Hard Disk DrivesCD/DVD Drives Removable Drives4 CD/DVD Drives Bios Security Features Bios Security FeaturesBoot Menu VIA 8237 Serial ATA Driver Installation You can use your VIA 8237 SATA1, SATA2 asInstall VIA 8237 Sata during OS Installation Install driver during Windows XP installationInstall driver during Windows 2000 installation To boot from the IDE 3/IDE4 You can use your IDE3/IDE4 asInstalling ALi M5281 during OS Installation Install driver during Windows XP installationInstall driver during Windows 2000 installation M5281 Sata RAID controller Windows 2000 to continueALI M5281 SATA3/SATA4 Driver Installation You can use your ALi M5281 SATA3/SATA4 asTo boot from the SATA3/SATA4 Install driver during Windows 2000 installation SOYO-CD will Auto Run only in Windows Base Operating System Soyo CD Start Up Program MenuDrivers Installation VIA Gigabit Ethernet Driver for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XP VIA 4 in 1 Driver Package for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XPVIA USB2.0 Driver for Win 98SE/ME VIA Serial ATA driver for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XP Media Audio Driver for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XPALi ATA/SATA RAID Driver for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XP KT880 Dragon 2 hardware monitor for Win 98SE/ME/2000Wasay Data Processing Utility Panda Anti Virus TitaniumDrivers Installation Drivers Installation Drivers directory list in the CD driver Windows XP Service Pack1 Include USB2.0 Driver Windows 2000 Service Pack4 Include USB2.0 DriverALi M5281 What is ALi M5281 controller ALi RAID BiosRAID Bios Setup Menu 100 Main MenuCreate RAID 0 Striping for Performance Create RAID 1 Mirroring for Reliability 101102 Create Jbod for integrated CapacityStripe Size Delete RAID Setting & Partition Delete All RAID Setting & PartitionRebuild RAID Array 103Select Boot Drive 104Drive Select Menu 105Troubleshooting 106System power-up, no video, beeping heard 107108 System turns on for some seconds then shutdown by itselfDo? My system intermittently locks up, very unstable 109110 Where can I find the Bios revision of my mainboard?After flashing the BIOS, my system will not boot-up How can I disable the on-board Audio? Cannot set my VGA to go higher than 16 color 640xCannot get the sound working on my system 111My Western digital HDD is not detected during boot-up Have problem installing Novell NetWareSometimes the system finds my CD-ROM, sometimes not 112Contact Information 113How to contact us 114115

SOYOTM SY-KT880DRAGON2 specifications

The SOYO SOYOTM SY-KT880DRAGON2 is a motherboard that made waves in the early 2000s as a reliable platform for AMD processors, particularly the Athlon XP series. Designed for enthusiasts, this motherboard offered a range of features and technologies that appealed to both gamers and professionals seeking robust performance.

One of the standout features of the SY-KT880DRAGON2 is its support for the KT880 chipset. This chipset was known for its stability and compatibility with various AMD processors, ensuring users could make the most of their computing power. It supports Socket A/462 processors and provides a dual-channel DDR memory architecture, accommodating up to 3GB of PC3200/PC2700 DDR SDRAM. This memory flexibility allowed users to enjoy enhanced multitasking capabilities and faster application performance, which were crucial for gaming and content creation back in its prime.

The motherboard also boasted an impressive array of expansion slots, including AGP 8X for graphics cards and several PCI slots for additional peripherals. This expansion capability made the SY-KT880DRAGON2 a versatile option for building high-performance systems. Furthermore, it included onboard features such as integrated audio and network support, allowing users to connect to the internet and enjoy high-quality sound without needing additional hardware.

Another notable characteristic of the SY-KT880DRAGON2 is its Advanced Thermal Management system. This system is designed to ensure optimal cooling of the CPU and surrounding components, enhancing overall system stability and performance. With such thermal control, users could push their systems to higher performance levels while maintaining safety and reliability.

The layout of the motherboard also deserves mention, as its user-friendly design made installation and upgrades easier for users. With clear labeling and sensible component placement, even those new to building PCs could navigate the assembly process without frustration.

Overall, the SOYO SOYOTM SY-KT880DRAGON2 represents a significant chapter in the history of computer hardware, combining advanced features, solid support for AMD processors, and user-friendly design. Its legacy lies in its contribution to the evolution of enthusiast PC builds, paving the way for future generations of motherboards that continue to prioritize performance and reliability.