SOYO SY-KT333 quick start Key Features

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SY-KT333 DRAGON Lite Quick Start Guide

Key Features

Supports SocketA AMD®K7 processors

-Supports 200/266 MHz Front Side Bus Athlon /XPCPU (750MHz ~ 2100+)

-Duron/Morgan CPU (650MHZ ~ 1.2GHz)

Supports 200/266/333 DDR (Double Data Rate) module

PC99,ACPI

Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133 (ATA 33/66/100/133)

Supports Wake-On-LAN (WOL)

Power-on by modem and alarm and PS/2 Keyboard

Supports onboard hardware monitoring

Easy CPU settings in BIOS with the “SOYO COMBO Setup”

-CPUFSBfrequency

-CPUmultiplier

-CPUVcorevoltage

-DDRRAMClock

-DDRVoltage

-AGPVoltage

Supports suspend to RAM (STR)

Supports 5 sets of voltage monitoring

On-board hardware audio

Power failure resume

Supports multiple-boot function

Smart Card Reader

-Compliant with Personal Computer Smart CardPC/SCWorking Group standard

-Compliant with smart cardISO 7816protocols

-Supports card present detect

-Supports Smart Card insertion power-on feature

1 x IrDA port

3 x DIMM slots for DDR RAM memory

5 x 32-bit bus master PCI slots

1 xAGPslot

4 x USB ports onboard ATX power connector

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Contents Quick Start Guide KT333 Dragon Lite Serial Version 1.3- Edition July SY-KT333 Dragon Lite MotherboardUnpacking IntroductionSY-KT333 Dragon Lite Motherboard Layout Key Features Installation Assembling the motherboard to the case Install the MotherboardInstall the CPU CPU Fan Installation DIMM3 DIMM1 FOCincludesthefollowingfunctions FOC Fan-Off ControlConnections to the Motherboard Configure MemoryInstall Expansion Card ATXPowerSupplyATXPW ATXPowerOn/OffPWRBTAudio Speakers connections Cmos Clear JP5Select Standard Cmos Setup Quick Bios SetupSelect Load Optimized Defaults Select Soyo Combo FeatureInsert the Soyo CD into the CD-ROM drive Soyo CDSOYO-CD will Auto Run only in Windows Base OperatingSystem Soyo CD Start Up Program MenuInstall Drivers and Utilities  Bus Master PCI IDE Driver Driver InstallationMenuCheck the Latest Releases KT333 Dragon Lite hardware monitor for Win 9x/ME/2000/NT/XPAudio Driver Installation for Windows 98/98se Audio Driver InstallationThesystemturnsonforsomesecondsthenshutdownbyitself Boot-up IssuesThesystempower-up,novideo,beepingheard Mysystemintermittentlylocksup,veryunstable Stability IssueMysystemintermittentlylocksup,duringWindowsinstallation Bios IssueWherecanIfindtheBIOSrevisionofmymainboard? AfterflashingtheBIOS,mysystemwillnotboot-upAudio Issue VGAIssueHowcanIdisabletheon-boardAudio? IcannotsetmyVGA togohigherthan16color640x480SometimesthesystemfindsmyCD-ROM,sometimesnot Hard disk/FDD/CD-ROM issueMyWesterndigitalHDDisnotdetectedduringboot-up Howtocontactus TaiwanPage Edition July2002 Version SY-KT333DRAGONLite

SY-KT333 specifications

The SOYO SY-KT333 is a motherboard that was designed to cater to the needs of both mainstream and enthusiast users during the early 2000s. Targeting the AMD Athlon and Duron processors, this board capitalized on the performance advancements of the time, supporting the Socket A (also known as Socket 462) architecture, and taking full advantage of the VIA KT333 chipset.

One of the main features of the SY-KT333 is its impressive memory support. The motherboard can accommodate up to 1.5 GB of DDR SDRAM, which was a considerable amount during its peak usage. With support for DDR266 and DDR333 memory, it offered users the flexibility to utilize high-speed memory modules, enhancing overall system performance. Additionally, the motherboard supports dual-channel mode, allowing for increased bandwidth when two memory sticks are used in tandem.

Another significant technology embedded in the SOYO SY-KT333 is its implementation of a 333 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). This allowed for improved data transfer rates between the CPU and the memory, making it an attractive option for gamers and power users who demanded efficient performance. The SY-KT333 was equipped with a VIA VT8233 Southbridge chip, which provided IDE RAID support, delivering advanced storage solutions for users looking for enhanced data management.

Moreover, the SY-KT333 featured a rich array of expansion slots, including five PCI slots and one AGP 4x slot. This allowed users to expand their systems with additional cards, such as sound cards, graphics cards, and network interfaces, making it suitable for various applications from general computing to gaming. The AGP 4x slot was particularly appealing at the time, offering compatibility with a wide range of graphics cards that could leverage the faster bus for enhanced graphical output.

The onboard I/O capabilities of the SY-KT333 are noteworthy as well, featuring support for 6 USB 1.1 ports, an onboard 10/100 Ethernet controller, and standard audio outputs. This variety of connectivity options made it easy for users to connect peripherals and enjoy multimedia experiences without needing multiple expansion cards.

With its combination of cutting-edge technologies and robust features, the SOYO SY-KT333 offered an appealing solution for those looking to build a powerful AMD-based system in its era. Its ability to support newer components, coupled with its user-friendly design and expandability, made it a notable choice among enthusiasts and general users alike.