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Saturn 900 / 945 Series

G52-64661X1


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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer ence thatmay cause undesired operation.


FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested andfound to comply with the limits for aclass B digital device, pursuant topart 15 of the FCC rules. These limitsare designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipmentgenerates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference toradio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of themeasures listed below.

=Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.=Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.=Connec the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.=Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Notice 1The changes or modif ications not expressly approved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.Notice 2Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order tocomply with the emission limits.

VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

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TrademarkAll trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.Intel® and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.PS/2 and OS®/2 are registered trademarks of International Business MachinesCorporation.Windows® 95/98/2000/NT/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.Netware® is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc.Award® is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.AMI® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.

U.S. Patent Numbers4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132.This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technol-ogy must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limitedviewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering

or disassembly is prohibited.

Revision HistoryRevision Revision History DateV1.0 First Release April 2007

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1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the

equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V

before connecting the equipment to the power inlet. Rating: 110-120V / 220-240V, 8/4.5A, 60/50Hz or 220-240V, 4A, 50Hz.

7. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do notplace anything over the power cord.

8. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical

shock.11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service

personnel:- The power cord or plug is damaged.- Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.- The equipment has been exposed to moisture.- The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to User’s Manual.- The equipment has dropped and damaged.- The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED,STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 400 C (1020F), IT MAY DAMAGE THEEQUIPMENT.

Safety Instructions

CAUTION: Danger of explos ion if battery is incorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the

manufacturer.

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Warning:1. For every changes in powercord’s usage, please use an approved power

cord with condition greater or equal to H05VV-F,3G , 0.75mm2.2. Internal part is hazardous moving parts, please keep fingers and other

body parts away.3. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the

equipment and shall be easily accessible.4. Do not disable the protective earth pin from the plug, the equipment must

be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.

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WEEE Statement

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CONTENTS

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement................................iiTrademark......................................................................................iiiU.S. Patent Numbers......................................................................iiiRevision History..............................................................................iiiSafety Instructions..........................................................................ivWEEE Statement...........................................................................viChapter 1. Getting Started.........................................................1-1

System Configuration..............................................................1-2Front View.......................................................................1-2Back View.......................................................................1-3Internal Placement............................................................1-4

Chapter 2. System Assembly......................................................2-1Overview.................................................................................2-2

Installation Tools...............................................................2-2Installation Screws............................................................2-2Checking the Items...........................................................2-3

Installation Procedures............................................................2-4Removing Covers..............................................................2-4Installing Optical Disk Drive (ODD).....................................2-7Installing Card Reader (CR) or Floppy Disk Drive (FDD).........2-9Installing IDE Hard Disk Drive (HDD).................................2-10Installing SATA Hard Disk Drive (HDD)...............................2-12Installing PCI Card............................................................2-14Installing PCI Express Card..............................................2-16Restoring Covers...............................................................2-18Complete Installation.........................................................2-21

Chapter 1

Getting Started

Congratulations for purchasing MSI® Saturn 900 / 945Series (MS-6469 / MS-6466). MSI® Saturn 900 / 945Series is your best Mini-Tower PC choice.

For more information about the built-inmainboard's specification, please referto the mainboard manual in the package.

ONLY FOR SERVICE PERSONEL


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System Configuration

Front View

1. 5.25” Driver Bay (for ODD) 5. Microphone (Pink)2. 3.5” Driver Bay (for CR or FDD) 6. Power Button / Power LED3. Headphone / Speaker (Green) 7. Reset Button4. USB 2.0 Ports

* This picture is for your reference only and may vary from the different item youinstalled.

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Getting Started

Back View

1. Voltage Selector 7. Parallel Port2. Power Jack 8. VGA Port (D-Sub15)3. Power Switch 9. LAN Jack (RJ45)4. PS/2 Mouse (Green) 10. USB 2.0 Ports5. PS/2 Keyboard (Purple) 11. Audio Jacks6. Serial Port 12. Expansion Slots

* The Input/Output (I/O) part in this picture is for your reference only and may slightlyvary from the different mainboard you purchased.


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Internal Placement- Dimension: 190mm (W) x 350mm (H) x 380mm (D)- Minimized screw structure- Multiple ventilation design- Detachable bay housing

MSI® Saturn 900 Series (MS-6469) Mini-Tower PCwith built-in (MS-7255) Micro-ATX Mainboard

ATX Power SupplySystem FanExpansion Slots

3.5” Driver Bayx2 (For HDD)

3.5” Driver Bayx2 (For CR or FDD)

5.25” Driver Bayx2 (For ODD)

Mainboard

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Getting Started

MSI® Saturn 945 Series (MS-6466) Mini-Tower PCwith built-in (MS-7267) Micro-ATX Mainboard

ATX Power SupplySystem FanExpansion Slots

3.5” Driver Bayx2 (For HDD)

3.5” Driver Bayx2 (For CR or FDD)

5.25” Driver Bayx2 (For ODD)

Mainboard

Internal Placement- Dimension: 190mm (W) x 350mm (H) x 380mm (D)- Minimized screw structure- Multiple ventilation design- Detachable bay housing

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System Assembly

Chapter 2

System Assembly

This chapter provides you with the information aboutsystem assembly procedures. While doing the installation,be careful in holding the components and follow theinstallation procedures.

Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computercomponents. Static electr ic ity may damage thecomponents.

Always unplug the power cord beforeinserting any add-on card or module.

ONLY FOR SERVICE PERSONEL


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Overview

Installation ScrewsThree types of screws are used in assembling the barebone:Screw type 1: Round-headed screw (M3)Screw type 2: Button-headed screw (6#32)Screw type 3: Hexagonal screw with washer (6#32)

Installation Tools

The built-in mainboard is designed for MSI® Saturn 900 / 945 Series only. Except themainboard, the built-in components of the barebone include ATX Power Supply andSystem Fan. In this chapter, we will show you how to install Optical Disk Drive(ODD),Card Reader(CR), Floppy Disk Drive(FDD), Hard Disk Drive(HDD), PCI Card and PCI-Express Card.

Cross type screwdriver , can be used to do most of theinstallation. Choose one with a magnetic head would be better.

Pliers, can be used as an auxiliary tool to connect some con-nectors or cables.

Forceps, can be used to pick up tiny screws or set up thejumpers.

Rubber gloves, can prevent yourself from being incised andsuffering the static charge.

Screw type 1: Round-headed screw (M3)

This screw is used to lock the ODD, CR or FDD (x16)

Screw type 2: Button-headed screw (6#32)

This screw is used to lock the HDD (x8)

Screw type 3: Hexagonal screw with washer (6#32)

This screw is used to lock the system covers and PCI expansionslots (x9)

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System Assembly

Checking the ItemsBefore assembling the system, please check the items listed below for basic systemoperation. We highly suggest that the users should install retail box CPU heat sink orstandard CPU cooler.

Optical Disk Drive (Optional) Floppy Disk Drive (Optional)

Hard Disk Drive (Optional) Card Reader (Optional)

Memory Module (Optional)CPU (Optional)

PCI Express x1 Card (Optional)

PCI Card (Optional)

PCI Express x16 Card (Optional)


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Installation Procedures

Removing Covers

Pull the cover (right side) forward.

Remove the cover from system.

Unlock the two screws (screw type 3) onthe back panel with a screwdriver.

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System Assembly

(Continue...)

Pull the cover (left side) forward.

Remove the cover from system.

Again, unlock the two screws (screw type3) on the back panel with a screwdriver.


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(Continue...)Pull these three hooks with the directionshown on the picture to release the frontpanel.

UpDown Down

Remove the front panel from system to re-lease all the driver bays.

After disassembly.

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System Assembly

Installing Optical Disk Drive (ODD)Insert the ODD into the 5.25” driver bay.

Lock the two screws (screw type 1) to fixthe ODD.

Turn the system to the other side and lockthe other two screws (screw type 1).


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Connect the cable.

Connect the power cord.

(Continue...)

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System Assembly

Installing Card Reader (CR) or Floppy Disk Drive (FDD)

Lock the two screws (screw type 1) to fixthe CR or FDD.


Insert the CR or FDD into the 3.5” driverbay.

Connect the cable.


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Installing IDE Hard Disk Drvie (HDD)

Lock the two screws (screw type 2) to fixthe IDE HDD.


Insert the IDE HDD into the 3.5” driver bay.

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System Assembly

(Continue...)Connect the cable.

Connect the power cord.


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Installing SATA Hard Disk Drvie (HDD)

Lock the two screws (screw type 2) to fixthe SATA HDD.


Insert the SATA HDD into the 3.5” driverbay.

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System Assembly

(Continue...)Connect the cable.

Connect the SATA power cord.


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Installing PCI CardUnlock the screw (screw type 3) on thelock bracket with a screwdriver.

Remove the lock bracket from back panelto release all the expansion slots.

Push to remove the metal cover to releasethe PCI slot.

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System Assembly

Insert the PCI card vertically into the PCIslot.

Lock the screw (screw type 3) on the sup-port bracket.

(Continue...)


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Installing PCI Express CardUnlock the screw (screw type 3) on thesupport bracket and remove the metal coverto release the PCI express slot.

Insert the PCI express card vertically intothe PCI express slot.

Lock the screw (screw type 3) on the sup-port bracket.

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System Assembly

Restore the lock bracket to back panel tofix all the expansion slots.

Lock the screw (screw type 3) on the lockbracket with a screwdriver.

(Continue...)


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Restoring CoversPush to remove the plastic cover on thefront panel for ODD with fingers carefully.

Push to remove the plastic cover on thefront panel for CR or FDD with f ingerscarefully.

Restore the front panel to system to fix allthe driver bays.

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System Assembly

Restore the cover (left side) to system.

Lock the two screws (screw type 3) onthe back panel with a screwdriver.

Push the cover backward.

(Continue...)


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Again, restore the cover (right side) tosystem.

Push the cover backward.

Lock the two screws (screw type 3) onthe back panel with a screwdriver.

(Continue...)

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System Assembly

Complete Installation

* These pictures are for your reference only and may vary from the different item youinstalled.

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