Acer 6300 Motherboard
Jumper and Connector Layout
Jumper Settings
| Jumper | Setting | Function |
|---|---|---|
| JP2 - CPU/DRAM Frequency | 1-2, 4-5 2-3, 5-6 | 100/100 MHz 66/100 MHz (default) |
| JP6 - Password Check | 1-2 2-3 | Check password Bypass password (default) |
Connector Functions
| Connector | Function |
|---|---|
| CN2 | USB |
| CN3 | Upper port: mouse; Lower port: keyboard |
| CN4 | COM 1 |
| CN5 | Upper: parallel/printer; Lower left: COM2; Lower right: VGA |
| CN6 | ATX power |
| CN7 | Speaker |
| CN8 | Hard disk drive (HDD) LED |
| CN9 | PC speaker |
| CN10 | Upper: game/MIDI; Lower left: line-out Lower center: line-in; Lower right mic-in |
| CN11 | IDE 2 |
| CN12 | IDE 1 |
| CN13 | Floppy disk drive (FDD) |
| CN17 | CPU temperature sensor |
| CN18 | Intrusion alarm |
| CN19 | Voice modem |
| CN20 | Modem ring-in |
| CN21 | CD-in |
| CN22 | Wake-on LAN (WOL) |
| CN23 | Power button |
| CN24 | Reset button |
| CN25 | Turbo LED |
| DIMM 1 DIMM 2 | Memory module sockets |
| FN1 | 3-pin CPU fan |
| FN2 | 2-pin CPU fan |
| JP5 | Power LED |
Memory Upgrade
The computer has two DIMM sockets. Memory is upgradeable to a maximum of 256 MB, employing 8-/16-/32-/64-/128-MB DIMMs.
Note - DIMMs in both slots should be of the same type. Do not mix different DIMM types, EDO and SDRAM, together.
Adding RAM is the most cost effective way to boost your computer's performance.
BIOS
How do I enter the BIOS Setup Utility?
You can access the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing CTRL+ALT+ESC as the system is booting. At the bottom of the second start up screen you should see "To enter setup, press CTRL_ALT_ESC".
Note: If the system displays the Acer Splash Screen, once you hear the beep, you should begin pressing CTRL+ALT+ESC. You may need to press CTRL+ALT+ESC continuously until you access the BIOS setup screen.