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MSI MS-9129 Rev 00a 00b 10a 100 020 Schematic
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MSI MS-9129 motherboard is based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket478 package with VRM 9.1. The platform utilizes an ATI RAGE XL GPU and features a Firmware Hub (FWH) for BIOS storage. Memory architecture consists of three DDR DIMM slots for Double Data Rate SDRAM. The board integrates dual LAN controllers, including the Intel 82540/82551, and an additional 82551 for wireless networking. Audio is handled by the SC1205 codec, while power management and thermal monitoring are managed by SC1547 and SC2433 ICs. The ICH4 southbridge provides LPC, USB, and PCI connectivity, with a Winbond Super I/O for legacy interfaces.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the BIOS storage type on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH).
Q: What CPU socket and chipset does this motherboard use?
A: It uses a Socket478 for Pentium 4 Northwood processors with the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset.
Q: What graphics solution is implemented?
A: The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU.
Q: What LAN controllers are present?
A: The board includes Intel 82540/82551 and an additional 82551 LAN controller.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MICRO-STAR MS-9129-020 revision 10A motherboard, dated February 11, 2004, is built around the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket478 package. The platform utilizes an MCH memory controller hub paired with an ICH4 I/O controller hub, and features an ATI RAGE XL GPU. System memory consists of DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots. The board incorporates a Winbond I/O controller for legacy PS2 keyboard and mouse functions, and a Firmware Hub (FWH) for BIOS storage. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and a separate 82551. Audio, thermal monitoring, and card reader functions are handled by the SC1205 codec. Power management is supported by the SC1547 charging IC and SC2433 power IC, with a VRM 9.1 voltage regulator for the processor core.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129-020, revision 10A.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard use?
A: It uses an Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket478 package.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH).
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board features two LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and a separate 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MICRO-STAR MS-9129 100 is a Pentium 4 Socket 478 motherboard based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting Northwood processors with VRM 9.1. The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU on the AGP bus, a Winbond I/O controller, and a Firmware HUB (FWH) for BIOS storage. Memory architecture consists of three DDR SDRAM DIMM slots. Audio is handled by a SC1205 codec, while power management includes SC1547 and SC2433 regulators. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers: an Intel 82540/82551 for LAN1 and an Intel 82551 for LAN2. The system integrates an ICH4 southbridge with LPC, USB 2.0, and PCI bus support, alongside a CK-408 clock synthesizer.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 100 with a revision of Custom.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Pentium 4 in a 478-pin package (Northwood) with Socket 478 and VRM 9.1.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH).
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board includes an Intel 82540/82551 for LAN1 and an Intel 82551 for LAN2.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MS-9129 10A is a Micro-Star motherboard designed for the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package, utilizing the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset. The platform supports DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots and features an ATI RAGE XL GPU for integrated graphics. System management is handled by a Winbond Super I/O controller, while audio is provided by an AD1981B codec. The firmware is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH) device. Power regulation is managed by SC1205 and SC2434 charging ICs alongside an SC1547 power IC. Networking capabilities include dual LAN controllers, specifically the Intel 82540/82551 and 82551. The board layout includes a VRM 9.1 for processor core voltage, an LPC Super I/O bus, and a CK-408 clock synthesizer.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A with a revision of Custom.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package.
Q: What type of BIOS/SPI flash is used on this motherboard?
A: The firmware is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH) device.
Q: What is the EC/KBC controller on this motherboard?
A: The EC/KBC is a Winbond I/O controller.
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board features dual LAN controllers: an Intel 82540/82551 and an Intel 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MS-9129 10A is a Micro-Star motherboard based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in Socket 478 with VRM 9.1. Graphics are handled by an ATI RAGE XL via AGP. The system uses DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots. The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH). An onboard Winbond I/O controller manages legacy interfaces, while audio is provided by an AD1981B codec. Networking is supported by dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and an 82551. Power management is handled by SC1205, SC2434, and SC1547 regulators. The board includes a Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with SMBUS isolation and a dedicated GIGALAN ground plane.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, revision Custom.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports an Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in Socket 478.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH).
Q: What graphics solution is implemented on this board?
A: The board uses an ATI RAGE XL GPU connected via AGP.
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board features dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and an 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MS-9129 10A is a Micro-Star motherboard designed for the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package, utilizing the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset. The platform supports DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots and features an ATI RAGE XL graphics controller. Integrated I/O is managed by a Winbond Super I/O controller, while audio is handled by an AD1981B codec. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers, with LAN1 supporting either an Intel 82540 or 82551, and LAN2 using an Intel 82551. The board incorporates SC1205 and SC2433 controllers for USB hub, thermal sensing, and card reader functions. Power delivery is based on the VRM 9.1 architecture, with a SC1547 power IC managing voltage regulation. The firmware hub (FWH) is used for BIOS storage, and the system includes a Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with SMBus isolation for management functions.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision for this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, dated Wednesday, September 18, 2002.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package.
Q: What chipset is used on this motherboard?
A: The chipset is the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4, with the MCH (Memory Controller Hub) and ICH4 (I/O Controller Hub).
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: LAN1 uses either an Intel 82540 or 82551 controller, and LAN2 uses an Intel 82551 controller.
Q: What is the audio codec and Super I/O controller on this board?
A: The audio codec is an AD1981B, and the Super I/O controller is a Winbond I/O.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
This MSI MS-9129 10A motherboard is built around the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package with VRM 9.1. The platform features an MCH (Memory Controller Hub) and ICH4 I/O Controller Hub, with system memory provided by three DDR DIMM slots. Integrated graphics is handled by an ATI RAGE XL GPU via an AGP interface. The system BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH). Peripheral and I/O management is handled by a Winbond Super I/O controller. Audio and card reader functions are managed by a SC1205 codec, while power management and charging are handled by SC2433 and SC1547 power ICs. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers, including an 82540/82551 and an 82550. The board also includes a Baseboard Management Controller with SMBus isolation.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and chipset architecture of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, and it uses the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset with a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in Socket 478.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH), as indicated in the block diagram.
Q: What graphics solution is integrated on this board?
A: The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU connected via an AGP interface.
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board includes dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and an 82550.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MICRO-STAR MS-9129 10A is a motherboard based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting the Pentium 4 in Socket 478 (Northwood). The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU for AGP graphics and utilizes a Winbond I/O controller. System memory is provided via two DDR SDRAM DIMM slots. The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH). Power management is handled by SC1205, SC2434, and SC1547 regulators. Networking is supported by dual LAN controllers, models 82540/82551 and 82551. The audio solution is an AD1980 codec. The board also includes a CNR slot and IDE RAID support.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, revision 1.0.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Intel Pentium 4 in Socket 478 (Northwood).
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH).
Q: What is the graphics solution on this motherboard?
A: It uses an ATI RAGE XL GPU on the AGP bus.
Q: What LAN controllers are used on this motherboard?
A: It uses dual LAN controllers: 82540/82551 and 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MSI MS-9129 10A motherboard is based on the Intel Brookdale-E / ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package. The platform utilizes an MCH (Memory Controller Hub) and ICH4 (I/O Controller Hub) architecture. Graphics are handled by an ATI RAGE XL GPU. System memory consists of two DDR SDRAM DIMM slots. The board integrates a Winbond I/O controller for legacy peripherals, an AD1980 audio codec, and dual LAN controllers (82540/82551 and 82551). The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH). Power management is handled by SC1205, SC2434, and SC1547 voltage regulators. The board includes a CK_408 clock synthesizer and supports VRM 9.1 for processor core voltage delivery.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard use?
A: It uses an Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package.
Q: What type of BIOS flash is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH).
Q: What is the EC/KBC controller on this motherboard?
A: The EC/KBC is a Winbond I/O controller.
Q: What LAN controllers are used on this motherboard?
A: The board uses 82540/82551 and 82551 LAN controllers.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI / MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 |
| Board Number | MS-9129 00A |
| Revision | A |
| Date | Sunday, May 12, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package / Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | AD1981B |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH (Firmware HUB) |
| Charging IC | SC1205 |
| Power IC(s) | SC2434, SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 |
| LAN IC | 82550 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | None |
| Card Reader IC | None |
| USB Hub IC | None |
| HDMI Level Shifter | None |
| Thermal Sensor | None |
| Charger Architecture | None |
| dGPU Chip Number | ATI RAGE XL |
| dGPU to UMA Conversion Support | None |
| EC/KBC Package | None |
| EC/KBC Programmable | None |
| BIOS Flash Exact Model | None |
| BIOS Flash Manufacturer | None |
| BIOS Flash Capacity | None |
| BIOS Flash Package | None |
| Compatible BIOS IC Models | None |
| EC Flash / ROM | None |
| Platform Alias | Brookdale-E |
| CPU Model | Pentium 4 |
| Graphics Architecture | ATI RAGE XL |
| MCH | Memory Controller HUB (Brookdale) |
| Clock Synthesizer | CK_408 |
| Super I/O | Winbond I/O |
| VRM | VRM 9.1 |
| IDE Controller | IDE RAID |
| Floppy Controller | Floppy Disk Drive CONN |
| Parallel Port | Parallel Port |
| Serial Port | Serial Port |
| PS2 Port | PS2 Mouse & Keyboard |
| USB Ports | USB Port 1:2, USB Port 3:4, USB Port 5:6 |
| LAN Ports | LAN1, LAN2 |
| PCI Slots | PCI1, PCI2, PCI3, PCI4, PCI5 |
| AGP Slot |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI (MICRO-STAR) |
| Model | MS-9129 |
| Board Number | MS-9129 |
| Revision | 0B |
| Date | Saturday, July 06, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package/Northwood Processor |
| CPU Socket | Socket478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| Graphics Architecture | Brookdale Chipset |
| Audio Codec | SC1205 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| Charging IC | SC2433 |
| Power IC(s) | SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DOUBLE DATA RATE SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 3 |
| LAN IC | 82540/82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | 82551 |
| Card Reader IC | SC2433 |
| USB Hub IC | SC2433 |
| Thermal Sensor | SC2433 |
Technical Summary
The MSI MS-9129 motherboard is based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket478 package with VRM 9.1. The platform utilizes an ATI RAGE XL GPU and features a Firmware Hub (FWH) for BIOS storage. Memory architecture consists of three DDR DIMM slots for Double Data Rate SDRAM. The board integrates dual LAN controllers, including the Intel 82540/82551, and an additional 82551 for wireless networking. Audio is handled by the SC1205 codec, while power management and thermal monitoring are managed by SC1547 and SC2433 ICs. The ICH4 southbridge provides LPC, USB, and PCI connectivity, with a Winbond Super I/O for legacy interfaces.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the BIOS storage type on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH).
Q: What CPU socket and chipset does this motherboard use?
A: It uses a Socket478 for Pentium 4 Northwood processors with the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset.
Q: What graphics solution is implemented?
A: The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU.
Q: What LAN controllers are present?
A: The board includes Intel 82540/82551 and an additional 82551 LAN controller.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 |
| Board Number | MS-9129-020 |
| Revision | 10A |
| Date | Wednesday, February 11, 2004 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package/Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | SC1205 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| LAN IC | 82540/82551 |
| LAN IC | 82551 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | Double Data Rate |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | DIMM 1 & 2 |
| Charging IC | SC1547 |
| Power IC(s) | SC2433 |
| Thermal Sensor | SC1205 |
| Card Reader IC | SC1205 |
Technical Summary
The MICRO-STAR MS-9129-020 revision 10A motherboard, dated February 11, 2004, is built around the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket478 package. The platform utilizes an MCH memory controller hub paired with an ICH4 I/O controller hub, and features an ATI RAGE XL GPU. System memory consists of DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots. The board incorporates a Winbond I/O controller for legacy PS2 keyboard and mouse functions, and a Firmware Hub (FWH) for BIOS storage. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and a separate 82551. Audio, thermal monitoring, and card reader functions are handled by the SC1205 codec. Power management is supported by the SC1547 charging IC and SC2433 power IC, with a VRM 9.1 voltage regulator for the processor core.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129-020, revision 10A.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard use?
A: It uses an Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket478 package.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH).
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board features two LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and a separate 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 100 |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | MICRO-STAR |
| Board Number | MS-9129 100 |
| Revision | Custom |
| Date | Thursday, August 15, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package/Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| Graphics Architecture | AGP |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | SC1205 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| Charging IC | SC2433 |
| Power IC(s) | SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 3 |
| LAN IC | 82540/82551 |
| LAN IC | 82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | LAN1 82540/82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | LAN2 82551 |
Technical Summary
The MICRO-STAR MS-9129 100 is a Pentium 4 Socket 478 motherboard based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting Northwood processors with VRM 9.1. The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU on the AGP bus, a Winbond I/O controller, and a Firmware HUB (FWH) for BIOS storage. Memory architecture consists of three DDR SDRAM DIMM slots. Audio is handled by a SC1205 codec, while power management includes SC1547 and SC2433 regulators. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers: an Intel 82540/82551 for LAN1 and an Intel 82551 for LAN2. The system integrates an ICH4 southbridge with LPC, USB 2.0, and PCI bus support, alongside a CK-408 clock synthesizer.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 100 with a revision of Custom.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Pentium 4 in a 478-pin package (Northwood) with Socket 478 and VRM 9.1.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH).
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board includes an Intel 82540/82551 for LAN1 and an Intel 82551 for LAN2.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI / MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 10A |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | MICRO-STAR |
| Board Number | MS-9129 10A |
| Revision | Custom |
| Date | Wednesday, September 18, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package/Northwood Processor |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | AD1981B |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| Charging IC | SC1205, SC2434 |
| Power IC(s) | SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 |
| LAN IC | 82540/82551, 82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | None |
| Card Reader IC | None |
| USB Hub IC | None |
| HDMI Level Shifter | None |
| Thermal Sensor | None |
Technical Summary
The MS-9129 10A is a Micro-Star motherboard designed for the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package, utilizing the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset. The platform supports DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots and features an ATI RAGE XL GPU for integrated graphics. System management is handled by a Winbond Super I/O controller, while audio is provided by an AD1981B codec. The firmware is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH) device. Power regulation is managed by SC1205 and SC2434 charging ICs alongside an SC1547 power IC. Networking capabilities include dual LAN controllers, specifically the Intel 82540/82551 and 82551. The board layout includes a VRM 9.1 for processor core voltage, an LPC Super I/O bus, and a CK-408 clock synthesizer.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A with a revision of Custom.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package.
Q: What type of BIOS/SPI flash is used on this motherboard?
A: The firmware is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH) device.
Q: What is the EC/KBC controller on this motherboard?
A: The EC/KBC is a Winbond I/O controller.
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board features dual LAN controllers: an Intel 82540/82551 and an Intel 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI / MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 10A |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | MICRO-STAR |
| Board Number | MS-9129 10A |
| Revision | Custom |
| Date | Wednesday, September 18, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package / Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| Graphics Architecture | AGP |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | AD1981B |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| Charging IC | SC1205 |
| Power IC(s) | SC2434, SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 |
| LAN IC | 82540/82551, 82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | None |
| Card Reader IC | None |
| USB Hub IC | None |
| HDMI Level Shifter | None |
| Thermal Sensor | None |
Technical Summary
The MS-9129 10A is a Micro-Star motherboard based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in Socket 478 with VRM 9.1. Graphics are handled by an ATI RAGE XL via AGP. The system uses DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots. The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH). An onboard Winbond I/O controller manages legacy interfaces, while audio is provided by an AD1981B codec. Networking is supported by dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and an 82551. Power management is handled by SC1205, SC2434, and SC1547 regulators. The board includes a Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with SMBUS isolation and a dedicated GIGALAN ground plane.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, revision Custom.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports an Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in Socket 478.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware Hub (FWH).
Q: What graphics solution is implemented on this board?
A: The board uses an ATI RAGE XL GPU connected via AGP.
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board features dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and an 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI / MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 10A |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | MICRO-STAR |
| Board Number | MS-9129 10A |
| Date | Wednesday, September 18, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package / Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | AD1981B |
| LAN IC | 82540 / 82551 (LAN1), 82551 (LAN2) |
| Charger Architecture | VRM 9.1 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | SC1205, SC2433 |
| Card Reader IC | SC1205, SC2433 |
| USB Hub IC | SC1205, SC2433 |
| Thermal Sensor | SC1205, SC2433 |
| Power IC(s) | SC1547 |
Technical Summary
The MS-9129 10A is a Micro-Star motherboard designed for the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package, utilizing the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset. The platform supports DDR SDRAM across two DIMM slots and features an ATI RAGE XL graphics controller. Integrated I/O is managed by a Winbond Super I/O controller, while audio is handled by an AD1981B codec. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers, with LAN1 supporting either an Intel 82540 or 82551, and LAN2 using an Intel 82551. The board incorporates SC1205 and SC2433 controllers for USB hub, thermal sensing, and card reader functions. Power delivery is based on the VRM 9.1 architecture, with a SC1547 power IC managing voltage regulation. The firmware hub (FWH) is used for BIOS storage, and the system includes a Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with SMBus isolation for management functions.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision for this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, dated Wednesday, September 18, 2002.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package.
Q: What chipset is used on this motherboard?
A: The chipset is the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4, with the MCH (Memory Controller Hub) and ICH4 (I/O Controller Hub).
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: LAN1 uses either an Intel 82540 or 82551 controller, and LAN2 uses an Intel 82551 controller.
Q: What is the audio codec and Super I/O controller on this board?
A: The audio codec is an AD1981B, and the Super I/O controller is a Winbond I/O.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI / MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 10A |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | MICRO-STAR |
| Board Number | MS-9129 10A |
| Date | Thursday, December 12, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package/Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| Graphics Architecture | AGP |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | SC1205 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| Charging IC | SC2433 |
| Power IC(s) | SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 3 |
| LAN IC | 82540/82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | 82550 |
| Card Reader IC | SC1205 |
| USB Hub IC | SC2433 |
Technical Summary
This MSI MS-9129 10A motherboard is built around the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package with VRM 9.1. The platform features an MCH (Memory Controller Hub) and ICH4 I/O Controller Hub, with system memory provided by three DDR DIMM slots. Integrated graphics is handled by an ATI RAGE XL GPU via an AGP interface. The system BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH). Peripheral and I/O management is handled by a Winbond Super I/O controller. Audio and card reader functions are managed by a SC1205 codec, while power management and charging are handled by SC2433 and SC1547 power ICs. Networking is provided by dual LAN controllers, including an 82540/82551 and an 82550. The board also includes a Baseboard Management Controller with SMBus isolation.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and chipset architecture of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, and it uses the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset with a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in Socket 478.
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH), as indicated in the block diagram.
Q: What graphics solution is integrated on this board?
A: The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU connected via an AGP interface.
Q: What LAN controllers are present on this motherboard?
A: The board includes dual LAN controllers: an 82540/82551 and an 82550.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 10A |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | MICRO-STAR |
| Board Number | MS-9129 10A |
| Revision | 1.0 |
| Date | Wednesday, September 18, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package/Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| Graphics Architecture | AGP |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | AD1980 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| Charging IC | SC1205 |
| Power IC(s) | SC2434, SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 |
| LAN IC | 82540/82551, 82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | None |
| Card Reader IC | None |
| USB Hub IC | None |
| HDMI Level Shifter | None |
| Thermal Sensor | None |
Technical Summary
The MICRO-STAR MS-9129 10A is a motherboard based on the Intel Brookdale-E/ICH4 chipset, supporting the Pentium 4 in Socket 478 (Northwood). The board features an ATI RAGE XL GPU for AGP graphics and utilizes a Winbond I/O controller. System memory is provided via two DDR SDRAM DIMM slots. The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH). Power management is handled by SC1205, SC2434, and SC1547 regulators. Networking is supported by dual LAN controllers, models 82540/82551 and 82551. The audio solution is an AD1980 codec. The board also includes a CNR slot and IDE RAID support.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A, revision 1.0.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard support?
A: It supports the Intel Pentium 4 in Socket 478 (Northwood).
Q: What type of BIOS storage is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH).
Q: What is the graphics solution on this motherboard?
A: It uses an ATI RAGE XL GPU on the AGP bus.
Q: What LAN controllers are used on this motherboard?
A: It uses dual LAN controllers: 82540/82551 and 82551.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI / MICRO-STAR |
| Model | MS-9129 |
| Board Number | MS-9129 10A |
| Revision | 10A |
| Date | Wednesday, September 18, 2002 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Pentium 4 in 478 pin Package / Northwood |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| PCH / Southbridge | ICH4 |
| GPU Type | ATI RAGE XL |
| EC / KBC | Winbond I/O |
| Audio Codec | AD1980 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | FWH: Firmware HUB |
| Charging IC | SC1205 |
| Power IC(s) | SC2434, SC1547 |
| RAM Type | DDR SDRAM |
| RAM Architecture | DDR DIMM 1 & 2 |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 |
| LAN IC | 82540 / 82551, 82551 |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | Not explicitly present in source |
| HDMI Level Shifter | Not explicitly present in source |
| Card Reader IC | Not explicitly present in source |
| USB Hub IC | Not explicitly present in source |
Technical Summary
The MSI MS-9129 10A motherboard is based on the Intel Brookdale-E / ICH4 chipset, supporting a Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package. The platform utilizes an MCH (Memory Controller Hub) and ICH4 (I/O Controller Hub) architecture. Graphics are handled by an ATI RAGE XL GPU. System memory consists of two DDR SDRAM DIMM slots. The board integrates a Winbond I/O controller for legacy peripherals, an AD1980 audio codec, and dual LAN controllers (82540/82551 and 82551). The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH). Power management is handled by SC1205, SC2434, and SC1547 voltage regulators. The board includes a CK_408 clock synthesizer and supports VRM 9.1 for processor core voltage delivery.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the board number and revision of this motherboard?
A: The board number is MS-9129 10A.
Q: What CPU platform and socket does this motherboard use?
A: It uses an Intel Pentium 4 Northwood processor in a Socket 478 package.
Q: What type of BIOS flash is used on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is stored on a Firmware HUB (FWH).
Q: What is the EC/KBC controller on this motherboard?
A: The EC/KBC is a Winbond I/O controller.
Q: What LAN controllers are used on this motherboard?
A: The board uses 82540/82551 and 82551 LAN controllers.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
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