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The feature packed platform also gives you an exciting PC experience. The Axis 690 Series barebone is your best Slim PC choice. Chapter 1 Getting Started Congratulations for purchasing the Axis 690 Series (MS-6478) barebone. W ith the fantastic appearance and ultra-small form factor, it can easily be set anywhere.
The feature packed platform also gives you an exciting PC experience. The Axis 690 Series barebone is your best Slim PC choice. Chapter 1 Getting Started Congratulations for purchasing the Axis 690 Series (MS-6478) barebone. W ith the fantastic appearance and ultra-small form factor, it can easily be set anywhere.
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... (240 pin/ 1.8V) LAN - Supports PCI Express LAN 10/ 100/ 1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek® ALC888 - Flexible 8-channel audio with Azalia 1.0 spec - MS-6478 Barebone Mainboard Specifications Processor Support - Supports 3 pin System Fan Pinheader with Fan Speed Control - Chip integrated by Realtek® RTL8111C Audio - Meet Microsoft Vista Premium spec...
... (240 pin/ 1.8V) LAN - Supports PCI Express LAN 10/ 100/ 1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek® ALC888 - Flexible 8-channel audio with Azalia 1.0 spec - MS-6478 Barebone Mainboard Specifications Processor Support - Supports 3 pin System Fan Pinheader with Fan Speed Control - Chip integrated by Realtek® RTL8111C Audio - Meet Microsoft Vista Premium spec...
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HDD LED 5. Card Reader (Optional) 7. USB Ports 3. Audio Jacks 2. Power Button 4. MS-6478 Barebone System Configuration Front View 1. Optical Disk Drive (ODD) (Optional) 1-4 Power LED 8. Eject/ Close Button (for ODD) 6.
HDD LED 5. Card Reader (Optional) 7. USB Ports 3. Audio Jacks 2. Power Button 4. MS-6478 Barebone System Configuration Front View 1. Optical Disk Drive (ODD) (Optional) 1-4 Power LED 8. Eject/ Close Button (for ODD) 6.
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Minimized screw structure - CPU Fan Ventilation Hole 2. Detachable bay housing - Multiple ventilation holes Back Side Bottom 1. Power Supply Ventilation Hole 4. MS-6478 Barebone Chassis Design - Dimension: 363mm (D) x 300mm (W ) x 72mm (H) (w/o stand) - System Ventilation Hole 3. System Ventilation Hole 1-6
Minimized screw structure - CPU Fan Ventilation Hole 2. Detachable bay housing - Multiple ventilation holes Back Side Bottom 1. Power Supply Ventilation Hole 4. MS-6478 Barebone Chassis Design - Dimension: 363mm (D) x 300mm (W ) x 72mm (H) (w/o stand) - System Ventilation Hole 3. System Ventilation Hole 1-6
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...-degree angle. Gold arrow 3. Gold arrow Press down Gold arrow onto the socket. 4. If the CPU is being closed, always close the lever. MS-6478 Barebone Installing AMD® Socket AM2 CPU 1. Please turn off the power and unplug the power cord before installing the CPU. Look for the gold arrow...
...-degree angle. Gold arrow 3. Gold arrow Press down Gold arrow onto the socket. 4. If the CPU is being closed, always close the lever. MS-6478 Barebone Installing AMD® Socket AM2 CPU 1. Please turn off the power and unplug the power cord before installing the CPU. Look for the gold arrow...
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... if the memory module is deeply inserted in the DDR2 DIMM slots. You should always install DDR2 memory modules in the DIMM slot. MS-6478 Barebone Memory This DIMM slot is used for installing memory module. 64x2=128 pin Important 56x2=112 pin DDR2 240 pin/ 1.8V DDR2 memory modules are...
... if the memory module is deeply inserted in the DDR2 DIMM slots. You should always install DDR2 memory modules in the DIMM slot. MS-6478 Barebone Memory This DIMM slot is used for installing memory module. 64x2=128 pin Important 56x2=112 pin DDR2 240 pin/ 1.8V DDR2 memory modules are...
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MS-6478 Barebone Front Panel The front panel provides the following connectors: Audio Jacks USB Ports Audio Jacks These audio jacks are used for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices. 2-8 Mic, is a jack for microphones. Mic-In (Pink) - Headphone-Out (Green) - Headphone, is a jack for speakers or h eadp h on es . USB Ports The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is easy to differentiate between audio effects according to the color of audio jacks. It is for audio devices.
MS-6478 Barebone Front Panel The front panel provides the following connectors: Audio Jacks USB Ports Audio Jacks These audio jacks are used for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices. 2-8 Mic, is a jack for microphones. Mic-In (Pink) - Headphone-Out (Green) - Headphone, is a jack for speakers or h eadp h on es . USB Ports The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is easy to differentiate between audio effects according to the color of audio jacks. It is for audio devices.
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MS-6478 Barebone LAN The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for microphones. On (steady state) LAN link is selected. Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is established. ...
MS-6478 Barebone LAN The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for microphones. On (steady state) LAN link is selected. Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is established. ...
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Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission. 2-12 MS-6478 Barebone Serial ATA Connector: SATA1/ SATA2 This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. SATA1 SATA2 Important Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle.
Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission. 2-12 MS-6478 Barebone Serial ATA Connector: SATA1/ SATA2 This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. SATA1 SATA2 Important Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle.
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.... 9 1 10 2 JAUD1 HD Audio Pin Definition PIN SIGNAL 1 MIC_L 2 GND 3 MIC_R 4 PRESENCE# 5 LINE out_R 6 MIC_JD 7 Front_JD 8 NC 9 LINE out_L 10 LINEout_JD DESCRIPTION Microphone - MS-6478 Barebone Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to the analog header.
.... 9 1 10 2 JAUD1 HD Audio Pin Definition PIN SIGNAL 1 MIC_L 2 GND 3 MIC_R 4 PRESENCE# 5 LINE out_R 6 MIC_JD 7 Front_JD 8 NC 9 LINE out_L 10 LINEout_JD DESCRIPTION Microphone - MS-6478 Barebone Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to the analog header.
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Then return to keep the data of system configuration. it is on . MS-6478 Barebone Jumper Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is off. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear data. 1 1 1 3 3 3 JBAT1 Keep Data Clear Data Important You can automatically boot OS every time it will damage the mainboard. 2-16 W ith the CMOS RAM, the system can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to 1-2 pin position. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is turned on ;
Then return to keep the data of system configuration. it is on . MS-6478 Barebone Jumper Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is off. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear data. 1 1 1 3 3 3 JBAT1 Keep Data Clear Data Important You can automatically boot OS every time it will damage the mainboard. 2-16 W ith the CMOS RAM, the system can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to 1-2 pin position. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is turned on ;
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... Forceps, can be used to pick up tiny screws or set up the jumpers. Installation Screws Two types of screws are used in assembling the barebone: Screw type 1: M3XL4 This screw is used to lock the Top Cover, Card Reader and Optical Disk Drive. Installation Tools Cross type screwdriver, ...show you how to do most of the installation. Rubber gloves, can be better. Screw type 2: 6#32 This screw is designed for Axis 690 Series (MS-6478) barebone only. Electric screwdriver, can be used as an auxiliary tool to connect some connectors or cables. Except the mainboard, the built-in ...
... Forceps, can be used to pick up tiny screws or set up the jumpers. Installation Screws Two types of screws are used in assembling the barebone: Screw type 1: M3XL4 This screw is used to lock the Top Cover, Card Reader and Optical Disk Drive. Installation Tools Cross type screwdriver, ...show you how to do most of the installation. Rubber gloves, can be better. Screw type 2: 6#32 This screw is designed for Axis 690 Series (MS-6478) barebone only. Electric screwdriver, can be used as an auxiliary tool to connect some connectors or cables. Except the mainboard, the built-in ...
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Removing Top Cover Unlock the two screws (screw type 1) on the Front Panel. Remove the front panel from the system. Important Be careful with hands or the damages can be made easily. 3-4 MS-6478 Barebone Installation Procedures 1. Remember to release all the cages. Follow the steps to remove the top cover from the system to remove them gently with the three hooks on the back panel.
Removing Top Cover Unlock the two screws (screw type 1) on the Front Panel. Remove the front panel from the system. Important Be careful with hands or the damages can be made easily. 3-4 MS-6478 Barebone Installation Procedures 1. Remember to release all the cages. Follow the steps to remove the top cover from the system to remove them gently with the three hooks on the back panel.
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Press Unlock the four screws (screw type 1) to be a 3 in 1 device with f ingers pressing the bracket. Remove the card reader tray from the system with three different choices for installtion which includes the Card Reader itself, HDD and FDD. 3-6 Press Important This multi-function Card Reader tray is designed to release the card reader. Removing Card Reader Disconnect the cable. MS-6478 Barebone 3.
Press Unlock the four screws (screw type 1) to be a 3 in 1 device with f ingers pressing the bracket. Remove the card reader tray from the system with three different choices for installtion which includes the Card Reader itself, HDD and FDD. 3-6 Press Important This multi-function Card Reader tray is designed to release the card reader. Removing Card Reader Disconnect the cable. MS-6478 Barebone 3.
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MS-6478 Barebone 6. Installing Card Reader Insert the card reader tray into the system with fingers pressing the bracket. (Remember to lock the four screws to fix the Card Reader before inserting.) Press Connect the cable. Press 3-8
MS-6478 Barebone 6. Installing Card Reader Insert the card reader tray into the system with fingers pressing the bracket. (Remember to lock the four screws to fix the Card Reader before inserting.) Press Connect the cable. Press 3-8
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Restoring Top Cover Restore the front panel to the system to the system. Follow the steps to restore the top cover to fix all the cages. MS-6478 Barebone 8. Lock the two screws (screw type 1) on the back panel. 3-10
Restoring Top Cover Restore the front panel to the system to the system. Follow the steps to restore the top cover to fix all the cages. MS-6478 Barebone 8. Lock the two screws (screw type 1) on the back panel. 3-10
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... message disappears before you respond and you still wish to the customer as MS = all standard customers. It is the BIOS version. Important 1. MS-6478 Barebone Entering Setup Power on the screen, press key to the date this chapter are under each BIOS category described in the format: A7409IMS V1.0 011108...
... message disappears before you respond and you still wish to the customer as MS = all standard customers. It is the BIOS version. Important 1. MS-6478 Barebone Entering Setup Power on the screen, press key to the date this chapter are under each BIOS category described in the format: A7409IMS V1.0 011108...
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Chipset This menu controls the advanced features of boot devices. Ad v a nc e d Use this menu to specify your system. Power Use this menu to set Supervisor and User Passwords. MS-6478 Barebone The Menu Bar Main Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features available on your settings for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. Security Use this menu for power management. 4-4 Boot Use this menu to specify the priority of the onboard Northbridge and Southbridge.
Chipset This menu controls the advanced features of boot devices. Ad v a nc e d Use this menu to specify your system. Power Use this menu to set Supervisor and User Passwords. MS-6478 Barebone The Menu Bar Main Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features available on your settings for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. Security Use this menu for power management. 4-4 Boot Use this menu to specify the priority of the onboard Northbridge and Southbridge.
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MS-6478 Barebone Main - System Overview AMI BIOS This item shows the information of AMI® BIOS. (Read-only) Processor This item shows the information of Processor. (Read-only) System Memory This item shows the information of System Memory. (Read-only) System Time This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current time). The time format is . 4-6
MS-6478 Barebone Main - System Overview AMI BIOS This item shows the information of AMI® BIOS. (Read-only) Processor This item shows the information of Processor. (Read-only) System Memory This item shows the information of System Memory. (Read-only) System Time This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current time). The time format is . 4-6
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Advanced Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. MS-6478 Barebone Advanced - CPU Configuration Press and the following sub-menu appears: 4-8
Advanced Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. MS-6478 Barebone Advanced - CPU Configuration Press and the following sub-menu appears: 4-8