SOYO SOYOTM SY-KT880DRAGON2 manual ClockMhz Spread Spectrum, Auto PCI Clock

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BIOS Setup Utility

SY-KT880 DRAGON 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

Description

 

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AGP/PCI

Clock(Mhz)

Spread Spectrum

Shows the current bus speed of

AGP/PCI.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enabled

This item allows you to

 

Disabled

Disabled/Enabled the spread

Default

 

spectrum modulate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto PCI Clock

Enabled

When enabled, this item will auto

 

Disabled

detect if the PCI socket have devices

Default

 

and will send clock signal to PCI

 

 

devices. When disabled, it will send

 

 

the clock signal to all PCI socket.

 

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Contents Motherboard Version P1.0 Edition AprilTable of Contents Table of Contents Unpacking the Motherboard IntroductionMotherboard Description CPU KEY FeaturesSound Handling the MotherboardElectrostatic Discharge Precautions SY-KT880 Dragon 2 Motherboard Layout SY-KT880 Dragon 2 Motherboard Components Front panel I/O Connector J30 CPU Cooling Fan CPUFAN3 connectorATX Power Supply connector +12V Power ConnectorABR Anti Burn Regulator Jumper CPU Cooling Fan CPUFAN1, 2 connectorsDDR Dimm Banks Bus Mastering EIDE/ATAPI PortsFloppy disk connector 3V Lithium Battery5V Stand-By Indicator LED Onboard buzzerSata Connectors IEEE1394 Firewire connectorVIA VT6307 Ieee 1394 Firewire controller USB 2.0 connectorsCdin Cdrom Audio In connectors Flash BiosAuxin Cdrom Audio In connectors ITE IT8705F Super I/O ChipVIA VT6122 LAN Chip Preparations Hardware InstallationInstall the CPU Installation GuideHardware Installation CPU Fan Installation Hardware Installation Hardware Installation FOC only works on Cpufan FOC Fan-Off ControlABR Jumper ABR Anti Burn RegulatorInstall Memory Module Install Expansion Card Memory Configuration TableAGP Pro Slot IDE Device Installation HDD, CD-ROM Connect cables, case wires, and power supplyParallel ATA connectors Floppy Drive Installation + + Power LEDSpeaker ResetBack Panel Connections ATX Power On/Off SwitchParallel Port PRT LPT Onboard Serial Ports COMPS/2 Mouse PS/2 Keyboard+Data Power Onboard audio Audio Speakers connections Standard Infrared Sircon Other ConnectionsCPUFAN1, 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 Steps ATX12V Power SupplyPay special care to the directionality Power On Cmos Clear JP5Cmos Quick Bios Setup Select Standard Bios Features Select Load Optimal DefaultsSelect Save Changes and Exit Bios Setup Utility PC Health Status Save Changes and Exit Bios Setup Utility Soyo Combo Feature Soyo Combo FeatureSoyo Combo Feature Soyo Combo Feature Setting DescriptionDDR Voltage Select Onboard Clock Generator ConfigurationOnboard Onboard AC 97 Audio Onboard LAN System Perf. & OverClockingSystem Perf. & OverClocking Setting Description SystemPerformance CPU Ratio SelectionAuto PCI Clock ClockMhz Spread SpectrumAdvanced Tune-up Settings Advanced Tune-up SettingsFast Command AGP Master 1 W/S ReadAGP Master 1 W/S Write Standard Bios Features Standard Bios FeaturesSystem Time/System Date ProcessorAdvanced Bios Features Advanced Bios FeaturesIDE Configuration IDE ConfigurationPrimary IDE Master IDE Controller Setting Description Onboard PCIHard Disk Write Protect IDE Detect Time Out SecFloppy Configuration Floppy ConfigurationFloppy Drives Setting Description Drives a Floppy DrivesSuperIO Configuration Acpi Configuration Acpi ConfigurationRepost Video Setting Description Suspend ModeOn S3 Resume USB DeviceAPM Configuration Power Button Setting Description PowerRestore on AC/PowerAdvanced Monitor Events Controls Advanced Resume Events Controls USB Configuration MPS ConfigurationMPS Configuration Setting Description MPS RevisionConfiguration Setting Description USB 1.1 PortsUSB 2.0 Ports Legacy USBPCI/PNP Resource Management PCI/PNP Resource ManagementSetting Description Controls Plug & Play OS Advanced PCI/PnP SettingsPCI Latency Timer Allocate IRQ toPC Health Status Setting Description FOC Fan-OffCPU Device Monitoring PC Health StatusSetting Description ABR Anti Burn Regulator Temperature CPU Temp. On DieVcore, +3.3V +5V, +12V, DDR Voltage, AGP CPU Temp External Boot Configuration Setup Boot Configuration SetupBoot Settings Configuration Hard Disk Drives Boot Device PriorityRemovable Drives 4 CD/DVD DrivesCD/DVD Drives Bios Security Features Bios Security FeaturesBoot Menu You can use your VIA 8237 SATA1, SATA2 as VIA 8237 Serial ATA Driver InstallationInstall driver during Windows XP installation Install VIA 8237 Sata during OS InstallationInstall driver during Windows 2000 installation You can use your IDE3/IDE4 as To boot from the IDE 3/IDE4Install driver during Windows XP installation Installing ALi M5281 during OS InstallationM5281 Sata RAID controller Windows 2000 to continue Install driver during Windows 2000 installationYou can use your ALi M5281 SATA3/SATA4 as ALI M5281 SATA3/SATA4 Driver InstallationTo boot from the SATA3/SATA4 Install driver during Windows 2000 installation Soyo CD Start Up Program Menu SOYO-CD will Auto Run only in Windows Base Operating SystemDrivers Installation VIA 4 in 1 Driver Package for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XP VIA USB2.0 Driver for Win 98SE/MEVIA Gigabit Ethernet Driver for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XP Media Audio Driver for Win 98SE/ME/2000/XP VIA Serial ATA 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/2000Panda Anti Virus Titanium Wasay Data Processing UtilityDrivers Installation Drivers Installation Drivers directory list in the CD driver Windows 2000 Service Pack4 Include USB2.0 Driver Windows XP Service Pack1 Include USB2.0 DriverALi M5281 ALi RAID Bios What is ALi M5281 controllerRAID Bios Setup Menu Main Menu Create RAID 0 Striping for Performance100 101 Create RAID 1 Mirroring for ReliabilityCreate Jbod for integrated Capacity Stripe Size102 Delete All RAID Setting & Partition Delete RAID Setting & PartitionRebuild RAID Array 103104 Select Boot Drive105 Drive Select Menu106 Troubleshooting107 System power-up, no video, beeping heardSystem turns on for some seconds then shutdown by itself Do?108 109 My system intermittently locks up, very unstableWhere can I find the Bios revision of my mainboard? After flashing the BIOS, my system will not boot-up110 Cannot set my VGA to go higher than 16 color 640x How can I disable the on-board Audio?Cannot get the sound working on my system 111Have problem installing Novell NetWare My Western digital HDD is not detected during boot-upSometimes the system finds my CD-ROM, sometimes not 112113 Contact Information114 How to contact us115

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.