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GA-945GCMX-S2
Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme dual-core / CoreTM 2 Duo /
Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D LGA775 Processor Motherboard
User's Manual
Rev. 6602
12ME-945CMX2R-6602R
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Motherboard
GA-945GCMX-S2
Motherboard
GA-945GCMX-S2
Mar. 23, 2007
Mar. 23, 2007
Motherboard
GA-945GCM-S2
Motherboard
GA-945GCM-S2
Jan. 12, 2007
Jan. 12, 2007
Copyright
© 2007 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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Notice
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means without Gigabyte's prior written permission. Specifications and features are subject to
change without prior notice.
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"Product User Manual".
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Table of Contents
Item Checklist ................................................................................................................. 7
Optional Accessories ...................................................................................................... 7
GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout ......................................................................... 8
GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout ........................................................................... 9
Block Diagram .............................................................................................................. 10
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Chapter 3 Install Drivers ............................................................................................. 53
3-1 Install Chipset Drivers .................................................................................... 53
3-2 Software Applications ..................................................................................... 54
3-3 Driver CD Information .................................................................................... 54
3-4 Hardware Information ..................................................................................... 55
3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 55
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Item Checklist
IDE Cable x 1 and FDD Cable x 1
SATA 3Gb/s Cable x 2
I/O Shield
* The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice.
Optional Accessories
2 Ports USB 2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-51/R)
4 Ports USB 2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-21/R)
S/PDIF In and Out Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1SPINO-11/R)
SATA bracket (Part No. 12CF1-3SATPW-11R)
COM Port Cable (Part Number: 12CF1-1CM001-31/12CF1-1CM001-12R)
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GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout
CPU_FAN
KB_MS
ATX_12V
IT8718
LGA775
COMA
LPT
VGA
GA-945GCMX-S2
ATX
R_USB
USB
LAN
SYS_FAN
Intel ® 945
AUDIO F_AUDIO
PCIE_16
DDRII1
FDD
IDE
DDRII2
RTL8110SC PCI1
SATAII0 SATAII2
PCI2
SATAII1 SATAII3
Intel ® ICH7
PCIE_4 BATTERY
BIOS
CLR_CMOS CI
CODEC F_USB1
CD_IN COMB F_USB2 PWR_LED F_PANEL
SPDIF_IO
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GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout
CPU_FAN
KB_MS
ATX_12V
IT8718
LGA775
COMA
LPT
VGA
GA-945GCM-S2
ATX
R_USB
USB
LAN
SYS_FAN
Intel ® 945
AUDIO F_AUDIO
PCIE_16
DDRII1
FDD
IDE
DDRII2
RTL8110SC
PCI1
SATAII0 SATAII2
PCI2
SATAII1 SATAII3
Intel ® ICH7
BATTERY
PCI3
BIOS
CLR_CMOS CI
CODEC F_USB1
CD_IN COMB F_USB2 PWR_LED F_PANEL
SPDIF_IO
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Block Diagram
D-Sub Host
Interface
DDRII 667/533 MHz DIMM (Note 2)
RTL
8110SC
Floppy
RJ45 CODEC LPT Port
LAN IT8718
COM Ports
Surround Speaker Out
SPDIF In
MIC
Side Speaker Out
Line-Out
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
Line-In
SPDIF Out
(Note 1) Enable use of a CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking. You must install the
FSB 1333 MHz Core TM 2 CPU with DDR2 533 (or above) memory module(s).
(Note 2) Use of a 1066/800 MHz FSB CPU is required if you wish to install DDR2 667 MHz memory.
Only for GA-945GCMX-S2.
Only for GA-945GCM-S2.
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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
English
1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation
Preparing Your Computer
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please follow the
instructions below:
1. Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.
2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
3. It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components
(CPU, RAM).
4. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic pad or
within a electrostatic shielding container.
5. Please verify that the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector
from the motherboard.
Installation Notices
1. Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers are required
for warranty validation.
2. Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the information
in the provided manual.
3. Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.
4. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
5. Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
6. Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
7. Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.
8. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product,
please consult a certified computer technician.
Instances of Non-Warranty
1. Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.
2. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.
3. Damage due to improper installation.
4. Damage due to use of uncertified components.
5. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.
6. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.
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1-2 Feature Summary
English
CPU LGA775 for Intel ® Core 2 Extreme dual-core / Core 2 Duo / Pentium ® D /
TM TM
Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D
L2 cache varies with CPU
Front Side Bus Supports 1333 (Note 1) /1066/800/533 MHz FSB
Chipset Northbridge: Intel® 945 Express Chipset
Southbridge: Intel® ICH7
LAN Onboard RTL8110SC chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Audio Onboard Realtek ALC888 CODEC chip
Supports High Definition Audio
Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio
Supports S/PDIF In/Out connection
Supports CD In connection
Storage Intel® ICH7 Southbrigde
- 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD device
- 1 IDE connector with Ultra ATA-33/66/100 support, allowing connection
of 2 IDE devices
- 4 SATA 3Gb/s connectors, allowing connection of 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices
O.S Support Microsoft Windows ® XP/Vista
Memory 2 DDRII DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4 GB memory) (Note 2)
Supports dual channel DDRII 667/533 unbuffered DIMMs (Note 3)
Supports 1.8V DDRII DIMMs
Expanstion Slots 1 PCI Express x16 slot
1 PCI Express x4 slot
2 PCI slots
3 PCI slots
Internal Connectors 1 24-pin ATX power connector
1 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 floppy connector
1 IDE connector
4 SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 CPU fan connector
1 system fan connector
1 front panel connector
1 front audio connector
1 CD In connector
1 S/PDIF In/Out connector
2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 ports by cables
1 COMB connector
1 Chassis Intrusion connector
1 power LED connector
(Note 1) Enable use of a Core TM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking. You must install the
FSB 1333 MHz Core TM 2 CPU with DDR2 533 (or above) memory module(s).
(Note 2) Due to Windows XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB.
(Note 3) Use of a 1066/800 MHz FSB CPU is required if you wish to install DDR2 667 MHz memory.
(Note 4) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards.
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1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler
English
Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions:
1. Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong
direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If this occurs, please change the insert direction
of the CPU.
3. Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and CPU cooler.
4. Please make sure the CPU cooler is installed on the CPU prior to system use,
otherwise overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur.
5. Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It
is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifica-
tions since it does not meet the required standards for the peripherals. If you wish to set
the frequency beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hard-
ware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Notice the small gold Once the CPU is
colored triangle located properly inserted,
on the edge of the CPU please replace the
socket. Align the load plate and push the
indented corner of the metal lever back into
its original position.
CPU with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into
position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between your
thumb and forefinger, carefully place it into the socket
in a straight and downwards motion. Avoid twisting or
bending motions that might cause damage to the CPU
during installation.)
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1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler
English
Male Push Pin
Fig.1 Fig. 2
Please apply an even layer of CPU cooler paste (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to
on the surface of the installed CPU. remove the CPU cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)
Please note the direction of arrow sign on the male
push pin doesn't face inwards before installation. (This
instruction is only for Intel boxed fan)
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Place the CPU cooler atop the CPU and make Please make sure the Male and Female push pin
sure the push pins aim to the pin hole on the are joined closely. (for detailed installation
motherboard.Pressing down the push pins instructions, please refer to the CPU cooler instal-
diagonally. lation section of the user manual)
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
Please check the back of motherboard after Finally, please attach the power connector of the
installing. If the push pin is inserted as the picture, CPU cooler to the CPU fan header located on the
the installation is complete. motherboard.
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between
the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler
may damage the CPU.
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1-4 Installation of Memory
English
Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:
1. Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is
recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.
2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer
power is switched off to prevent hardware damage.
3. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed
in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory
capacity and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one direction.
The memory capacity used can differ with each slot.
Notch
DDR2
Fig.1
The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory mod-
ule can only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory
module vertically into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.
Fig.2
Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to
lock the DIMM module.
Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove
the DIMM module.
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Dual Channel Memory Configuration
English
The GA-945GCMX-S2/GA-945GCM-S2 supports the Dual Channel
Technology. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of
memory bus will double.
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1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards
English
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1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction
English
PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector
To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the
keyboard to the lower port (purple).
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.
Serial Port
Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
D-Sub Port
Monitor can be connected to VGA port.
USB Port
Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such
as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface. Also
make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller, please
contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your
OS or device(s) vendors.
LAN Port
The provided Internet connection is Gigabit Ethernet , providing data transfer speeds of 10/100/
1000 Mbps.
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
The default Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out jack. Center/Subwoofer speakers can be connected to
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out jack.
Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out)
The default Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) jack. Rear surround speakers can be
connected to Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) jack.
Side Speaker Out
The default Side Speaker Out jack. Surround side speakers can be connected to Side Speaker Out
jack.
Line In
The default Line In jack. Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. can be connected to Line In jack.
Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
The default Line Out (Front Speaker Out) jack. Stereo speakers, earphone or front surround
speakers can be connected to Line Out (Front Speaker Out) jack.
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MIC In
English
In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform
different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the
default Mic In jack ( ). Please refer to the 2-/4-/6-/8- channel audio setup steps for detailed
software configuration information.
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6
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1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector)
English
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the
components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that
all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper
location on the motherboard and connect tightly.
The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power
connector is not connected, the system will not start.
Caution! Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. It is
recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or
greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an
unstable system or a system that is unable to start. If you use a power supply that provides a 24-pin
ATX power connector, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard
before plugging in the power cord; otherwise, please do not remove it.
ATX
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3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)
English
The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin(CPU_FAN)
power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design.
Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire
indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is
the ground wire (GND).
Remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to pre-
vent CPU damage or system hanging caused by overheating.
CPU_FAN :
Pin No. Definition
1
1 GND
CPU_FAN
2 +12V / Speed Control
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
SYS_FAN :
Pin No. Definition
1
1 GND
SYS_FAN 2 +12V
3 Sense
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6) IDE (IDE Connector)
English
An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one
IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive).
If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the
other as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).
Before attaching the IDE cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the IDE connector.
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8) PWR_LED
English
The PWR_LED connector is connected with the system power indicator to indicate whether the
system is on/off. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode(S1).
9) BATTERY
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10) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)
English
Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc. of your chassis
front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.
MSG+
PW+
SPEAK+
SPEAK-
MSG-
PW-
2 20
1 19
RES+
HD-
NC
HD+
RES-
Reset Switch
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11) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Connector)
English
This connector supports either HD (High Definition) or AC'97 front panel audio module. If you wish
to use the front audio function, connect the front panel audio module to this connector. Check the pin
assignments carefully while you connect the front panel audio module. Incorrect connection
between the module and connector will make the audio device unable to work or even damage it.
For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer.
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HD Audio: AC'97 Audio:
Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 MIC2_L 1 MIC
2 GND 2 GND
3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power
4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC
5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R)
6 FSENSE1 6 NC
7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC
8 No Pin 8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L)
10 FSENSE2 10 NC
By default, the audio driver is configured to support HD Audio. To connect an AC'97 front panel
audio module to this connector, please refer to the instructions on page 68 about the software
settings.
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13) SPDIF_IO (S/PDIF In/Out Connector)
English
The S/PDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3
data to an external Dolby Digital Decoder. Use this feature only when your stereo system has
digital input function. Use S/PDIF IN feature only when your device has digital output function.
Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IO connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while
you connect the S/PDIF cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the
device unable to work or even damage it. For optional S/PDIF cable, please contact your local
dealer.
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15) COMB (COMB Connector)
English
Be careful with the polarity of the COMB connector. Check the pin assignments while you connect
the COMB cable. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional COMB cable.
Open: Normal
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17) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open)
English
This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can
check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup.
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English
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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
English
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure
required settings or to activate certain system features.
The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS SRAM of the motherboard.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS
SRAM.
When the power is turned on, press the <Del> button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will
take you to the CMOS SETUP screen. You can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1".
If you wish to upgrade to a new BIOS, either GIGABYTE's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can be used.
Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating
system.
@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that does not require users to boot to DOS before upgrading BIOS but
directly download and update BIOS from the Internet.
CONTROL KEYS
< >< >< >< > Move to select item
<Enter> Select Item
<Esc> Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu
and Option Page Setup Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu
<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu
<F2> Item Help
<F5> Restore the previous CMOS value from CMOS, only for Option Page Setup
Menu
<F6> Load the Fail-safe default CMOS value from BIOS default table
<F7> Load the Optimized Defaults
<F8> Q-Flash utility
<F9> System Information
<F10> Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu
Main Menu
The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu
Press <F1> to pop up a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the possible
selections for the highlighted item. To exit the Help Window press <Esc>.
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution and avoid inadequate
operation that may result in system malfunction.
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<F12>: Boot Menu
English
<DEL>:BIOS Setup/Q-Flash <F9>:XpressRecovery2 <F12>:Boot Menu <End>:Qflash <F12>: For Boot Menu
05/25/2007-I945-6A79TG0OC-00
Use < > or < > to select a device, then press enter to accept . Press <ESC> to exit this menu.
Boot Menu
Floppy
LS120
Hard Disk
CDROM
ZIP
USB-FDD
USB-ZIP
USB-CDROM
USB-HDD
LAN
KL:Move Enter :Accept ESC:Exit
1. If you don't find the settings you want, press "Ctrl+F1" to access advanced options.
2. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item in the BIOS Setup when somehow the system
is not stable as usual. This action makes the system reset to the default settings for
stability.
3. The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from
the exact settings for your motherboard.
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Standard CMOS Features
English
This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS.
Advanced BIOS Features
This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features.
Integrated Peripherals
This setup page includes all onboard peripherals.
Power Management Setup
This setup page includes all the items of Green function features.
PnP/PCI Configuration
This setup page includes all the configurations of PCI & PnP ISA resources.
PC Health Status
This setup page is the System auto detect Temperature, voltage, fan, speed.
Frequency/Voltage Control
This setup page is control CPU clock and frequency ratio.
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Fail-Safe Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in safe
configuration.
Load Optimized Defaults
Optimized Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in
best performance configuration.
Set Supervisor Password
Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just
to Setup.
Set User Password
Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system.
Save & Exit Setup
Save CMOS value settings to CMOS and exit setup.
Exit Without Saving
Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.
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2-1 Standard CMOS Features
English
KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults
Date
The date format is <week>, <month>, <day>, <year>.
Week The week, from Sun to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is display-only
Month The month, Jan. Through Dec.
Day The day, from 1 to 31 (or the maximum allowed in the month)
Year The year, from 2000 through 2099
Time
The times format in <hour> <minute> <second>. The time is calculated base on the 24-hour
military-time clock. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0.
IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave
IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press "Enter" to select this option for automatic device detection.
IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave
IDE devices setup. You can use one of three methods:
• Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST. (Default
value)
• None Select this if no IDE/SATA devices are used and the system will skip the
automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up.
• Manual User can manually input the correct settings.
Access Mode Use this to set the access mode for the hard drive. The four options are:
CHS/LBA/Large/Auto(default:Auto)
Capacity Capacity of currectly installed hard drive.
IDE Channel 2, 3 Master/Slave
IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press "Enter" to select this option for automatic device detection.
Extended IDE Drive You can use one of the two methods:
• Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST(default)
• None Select this if no IDE/SATA devices are used and the system will skip the
automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up.
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Access Mode Use this to set the access mode for the hard drive. The two options are:
English
Large/Auto(default:Auto)
Capacity Capacity of currently installed hard drive.
Hard drive information should be labeled on the outside drive casing. Enter the appropriate option
based on this information.
Cylinder Number of cylinders
Head Number of heads
Precomp Write precomp
Landing Zone Landing zone
Sector Number of sectors
Drive A
The category identifies the types of floppy disk drive A that has been installed in the computer.
None No floppy drive installed
360K, 5.25" 5.25 inch PC-type standard drive; 360 KB capacity.
1.2M, 5.25" 5.25 inch AT-type high-density drive; 1.2 MB capacity
(3.5 inch when 3 Mode is Enabled).
720K, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 720 KB capacity
1.44M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44 MB capacity.
2.88M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 2.88 MB capacity.
Floppy 3 Mode Support (for Japan Area)
Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value)
Drive A Drive A is 3 mode Floppy Drive.
Halt on
The category determines whether the computer will stop if an error is detected during power up.
No Errors The system boot will not stop for any error that may be detected and you
will be prompted.
All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be stopped.
All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error; it will stop for all other
errors. (Default value)
All, But Diskette The system boot will not stop for a disk error; it will stop for all other errors.
All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or disk error; it will stop for all
other errors.
Memory
The category is display-only which is determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the BIOS.
Base Memory
The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of base (or conventional) memory installed in the
system.
The value of the base memory is typically 512 K for systems with 512 K memory installed on the
motherboard, or 640 K for systems with 640 K or more memory installed on the motherboard.
Extended Memory
The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during the POST.
This is the amount of memory located above 1 MB in the CPU's memory address map.
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2-2 Advanced BIOS Features
English
KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults
(Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which supports this function.
Only for GA-945GCMX-S2.
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HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability
English
This feature allows your hard disk to report read/write errors and to issue warnings when third-
party hardware monitor utility is installed.
Enabled Enable HDD S.M.A.R.T. capability.
Disabled Disable HDD S.M.A.R.T. capability. (Default value)
Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note)
Enabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4.
Disabled Disable CPUID Limit for windows XP. (Default value)
No-Execute Memory Protect (Note)
Enabled Enable No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable No-Execute Memory Protect function.
Init Display First
Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card,
PCI Express graphics card, or the onboard VGA.
PCI Set Init display first to PCI. (Default value)
Onboard Set Init Display First to onboard VGA.
PEG Set Init display first to PCI Express x16 VGA card.
PEG2 Set Init display first to PCI Express x4 VGA card.
On-Chip Frame Buffer Size
1MB Set on-chip frame buffer size to 1 MB.
8MB Set on-chip frame buffer size to 8 MB. (Default value)
CPU Hyper-Threading (Note)
Enabled Enable CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Please note that this feature is only
working for operating system with multi processors mode supported.
(Default value)
Disabled Disable CPU Hyper Threading.
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)
Enabled Enable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function.
CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note)
Enabled Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function.
CPU EIST Function (Note)
Enabled Enable CPU EIST function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable EIST function.
Virtualization Technology (Note)
Enabled Enable Virtualization technology function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable this function.
(Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which supports this function.
Only for GA-945GCMX-S2.
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2-3 Integrated Peripherals
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USB 2.0 Controller
English
You can disable this function if you are not using onboard USB 2.0 feature.
Enabled Enable USB 2.0 controller. (Default value)
Disabled Disable USB 2.0 controller.
USB Keyboard Support
Enabled Enable USB keyboard support.
Disabled Disable USB keyboard support. (Default value)
USB Mouse Support
Enabled Enable USB mouse support.
Disabled Disable USB mouse support. (Default value)
Legacy USB storage detect
This option allows users to decide whether to detect USB storage devices, including USB flash
drives and USB hard drives during POST.
Enabled BIOS will scan all USB storage devices. (Default value)
Disabled Disable this function.
Azalia Codec
Auto Auto detect Azalia audio function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable Azalia audio function.
Onboard H/W LAN
Enabled Enable onboard H/W LAN function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable this function.
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SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function)
English
KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults
This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the attached LAN
cable. This feature will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to the fault or short.
Refer to the following information for diagnosing your LAN cable:
Note: The Gigabit hub will only operate at a speed of 10/100 Mbps in MS-DOS mode; it will operate
at a normal speed of 10/100/1000 Mbps in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is
activated.
Note: Pair 4-5 and Pair 7-8 are not used in a 10/100 Mbps environment, their Status fields will
show Open, and the length shown is the approximate length of the attached LAN cable.
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Onboard LAN Boot ROM
English
This function decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip.
Enabled Enable this function.
Disabled Disable this function. (Default value)
Onboard Serial Port 1
Auto BIOS will automatically setup the port 1 address.
3F8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3F8/IRQ4. (Default value)
2F8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 2F8/IRQ3.
3E8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3E8/IRQ4.
2E8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 2E8/IRQ3.
Disabled Disable onboard Serial port 1.
Onboard Serial Port 2
Auto BIOS will automatically setup the port 2 address.
3F8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 3F8/IRQ4.
2F8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 2F8/IRQ3. (Default value)
3E8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 3E8/IRQ4.
2E8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 2E8/IRQ3.
Disabled Disable onboard Serial port 2.
Onboard Parallel Port
Disabled Disable onboard LPT port.
378/IRQ7 Enable onboard LPT port and address is 378/IRQ7. (Default value)
278/IRQ5 Enable onboard LPT port and address is 278/IRQ5.
3BC/IRQ7 Enable onboard LPT port and address is 3BC/IRQ7.
Parallel Port Mode
SPP Using Parallel port as Standard Parallel Port. (Default value)
EPP Using Parallel port as Enhanced Parallel Port.
ECP Using Parallel port as Extended Capabilities Port.
ECP+EPP Using Parallel port as ECP & EPP mode.
ECP Mode Use DMA
This item will be available when "Parallel Port Mode" set to "ECP" or "ECP+EPP".
3 Set ECP Mode Use DMA to 3. (Default value)
1 Set ECP Mode Use DMA to 1.
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2-4 Power Management Setup
English
KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults
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Power On By Keyboard
English
Disabled Disable this function. (Default value)
Password Enter from 1 to 5 characters to set the keyboard power on password.
Keyboard 98 If your keyboard have "POWER Key" button, you can press the key to power
on the system.
KB Power ON Password
When "Power On by Keyboard" set at Password, you can set the password here.
Enter Input password(from 1 to 5 characters) and press Enter to set the password.
AC BACK Function
Soft-Off When AC-power back to the system, the system will be in "Off" state.
(Default value)
Full-On When AC-power back to the system, the system always in "On" state.
Memory When AC-power back to the system, the system will return to the Last state
before AC-power off.
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2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations
English
KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults
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2-6 PC Health Status
English
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software
PC Health Status
Reset Case Open Status [Disabled] Item Help
Case Opened Yes Menu Level`
Vcore OK
DDR18V OK
+3.3V OK
+12V OK
Current CPU Temperature 43 oC
Current CPU FAN Speed 2880 RPM
Current SYSTEM FAN Speed 0 RPM
CPU Warning Temperature [Disabled]
CPU FAN Fail Warning [Disabled]
SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning [Disabled]
CPU Smart FAN Control [Enabled]
CPU Smart FAN Mode [Auto]
KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults
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CPU Smart FAN Control
English
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2-7 Frequency/Voltage Control
English
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software
Frequency/Voltage Control
CPU Clock Ratio (Note) [18X] Item Help
O.C FSB1333 Core. 2 CPU1 [Disabled] Menu Level`
CPU Host Clock Control [Disabled]
x CPU Host Frequency(Mhz) 200
x PCI Express Frequency Auto
System Memory Multiplier [Auto]
Memory Frequency (Mhz) 667
DIMM OverVoltage Control1 [Normal]
FSB OverVoltage Control1 [Normal]
CPU Voltage Control1 [Normal]
Normal CPU Vcore1 1.30000V
KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults
(Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which supports this function.
Only for GA-945GCMX-S2.
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PCI Express Frequency (Mhz)
English
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2-8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults
English
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software
Fail-Safe defaults contain the most appropriate values of the system parameters that allow minimum
system performance.
Selecting this field loads the factory defaults for BIOS and Chipset Features which the system automati-
cally detects.
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2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password
English
When you select this function, the following message will appear at the center of the screen to assist
you in creating a password.
Type the password, up to eight characters, and press <Enter>. You will be asked to confirm the
password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort the
selection and not enter a password.
To disable password, just press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter password. A message
"PASSWORD DISABLED" will appear to confirm the password being disabled. Once the password is
disabled, the system will boot and you can enter Setup freely.
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords:
SUPERVISOR PASSWORD and a USER PASSWORD. When disabled, anyone may access all BIOS
Setup program function. When enabled, the Supervisor password is required for entering the BIOS
Setup program and having full configuration fields, the User password is required to access only basic
items.
If you select "System" at "Password Check" in Advance BIOS Features Menu, you will be prompted
for the password every time the system is rebooted or any time you try to enter Setup Menu.
If you select "Setup" at "Password Check" in Advance BIOS Features Menu, you will be prompted only
when you try to enter Setup.
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2-11 Save & Exit Setup
English
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software
Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility and save the user setup value to RTC CMOS.
Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.
Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility without saving to RTC CMOS.
Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.
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Chapter 3 Install Drivers
English
Pictures below are shown in Windows XP.
Insert the driver CD-title that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive, the driver
CD-title will auto start and show the installation guide. If not, please double click the CD-ROM
device icon in "My computer", and execute the Run.exe.
After insert the driver CD, "Xpress Install" will scan automatically the system and then list all the drivers that
recommended to install. Please pick the item that you want and press "install" followed the item; or you can
press "Xpress Install" to install all items defaulted.
• Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. the Found New Hardware Wizard) dis-
played when "Xpress Install" is installing the drivers. Failure to do so may affect the driver
installation.
• Some device drivers will restart your system automatically during the driver installation.
After the system restart, "Xpress Install" will continue to install other drivers.
• After the drivers are installed, follow the onscreen instructions to restart your system. You
can install other applications included in the motherboard driver disk.
• For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the
Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still
exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in Device Manager, please remove the
question mark (by right-clicking your mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system.
(The system will then autodetect and install the USB 2.0 driver.)
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3-2 Software Applications
English
This page displays all the tools that Gigabyte developed and some free software, you can choose anyone
you want and press "install" to install them.
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3-4 Hardware Information
English
This page lists all device you have for this motherboard.
3-5 Contact Us
Please see the last page for details.
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Chapter 4 Appendix
English
4-1 Unique Software Utilities
(Not all model support these Unique Software Utilities, please check your MB features.)
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4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction
English
System requirements:
1. Intel x86 platforms
2. At least 64M bytes of system memory
3. VESA-supported VGA cards
.
.
Boot from CD/DVD: Boot from CD/DVD:
Press any key to startup XpressRecovery2.....
1. If you have already entered Xpress Recovery2 by booting from the CD-ROM, you can
enter Xpress Recovery2 by pressing the <F9> key in the future.
2. System storage capacity and the reading/writing speed of the hard disk will affect
the data backup speed.
3. It is recommended that Xpress Recovery2 be immediately installed once you com-
plete installations of OS and all required drivers as well as software.
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The Main Screen of Xpress Recovery2 1. RESTORE:
English
Restore the backed-up data to your hard disk.
(This button will not appear if there is no backup
file.)
2. BACKUP:
Back up data from hard disk.
3. REMOVE:
Remove previously-created backup files
to release disk space.
(This button will not appear if there is no backup
file.)
4. REBOOT:
Exit the main screen and restart the system.
Limitations:
1. Not compatible to Xpress Recovery.
2. For the use of Xpress Recovery2, a primary partition must be reserved.
3. Xpress Recovery2 will store the backup file at the end of the hard disk, so free space available
on the hard disk for the backup file must be allocated in advance. (A minimum 4GB is recom-
mended but the actual space is dependent on the size of the data to be backed up)
4. Capable of backing up hard disks installed with Windows operating systems including DOS and
Windows XP/2000/NT/9x/Me.
5. USB hard disks are currently not supported.
6. Does not support RAID/AHCI (class code 0104/0106) hard disks.
7. Capable of backing up and restoring only the first physical hard disk.
Hard disks detection sequence is as follows:
a. PATA IDE primary channel
b. PATA IDE secondary channel
c . SATA IDE channel 1
d. SATA IDE channel 2
e. SATA IDE channel 3
f. SATA IDE channel 4
Precautions:
1. When using hard disks with more than 128 G under Windows 2000, be sure to execute the
EnableBigLba.exe program from the driver CD before data backup.
2. It is normal that data backup takes longer time than data restoration.
3. Xpress Recovery2 is compliant with the GPL regulations.
4. On a few motherboards based on Nvidia chipsets, BIOS update is required for Xpress Recovery2
to correctly identify RAID and SATA IDE mode. Please contact your motherboard manufacturer.
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4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction
English
Method 1 : Q-Flash TM
Q-Flash is a BIOS update tool that allows the user to update BIOS
TM
Before Use:
Follow the steps below before using Q-Flash to update BIOS:
1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your
motherboard model.
2. Extract the downloaded BIOS files and save the new BIOS file (e.g. 9gcmxs2.F1) to your floppy
disk or hard disk. Note: Q-Flash only supports hard disks or flash drives using FAT32/16/12 file system.
3. Restart the system. During BIOS POST, press the End key to enter Q-Flash. NOTE: Press the
End key to enter Q-Flash if you wish to use hard drives in RAID/AHCI mode or hard drives
attached to the independent IDE/SATA controller.
Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally
Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc.
Intel I945 BIOS for 945GCMX-S2 F5a
.
.
.
.
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution and avoid inadequate
operation that may result in system malfunction.
If you wish to back up the current BIOS file, use the Save BIOS to Drive function.
b. Select the floppy drive or hard drive where the BIOS file is saved, such as "Floppy A" and
press ENTER.
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c. Select the BIOS file and press ENTER.
English
Make sure again the BIOS file matches your motherboard model.
Step 2: The process of system reading the BIOS file from the floppy disk is displayed on the screen.
When the message "Are you sure to update BIOS?" appears, press ENTER. The BIOS update
will begin and the current process will be displayed.
1. Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading/updating the BIOS.
2. Do not remove the floppy disk or hard drive/USB drive when the system is updating the BIOS.
Step 3: When the update process is complete, press any key to return to the Q-Flash main menu.
Q-Flash Utility v2.02
Flash Type/Size.................................PMC 25LV040 512K
Step 4: Press ESC and then ENTER to exit Q-Flash and the system will restart. As the system reboots,
you will see the new BIOS version during POST.
Step 5: As the system reboots, press DELETE to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults
and press ENTER to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripherals devices after
BIOS update, so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults.
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software
Step 6: Select Save & Exit Setup and then press Y to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup.
When the system restarts, the whole update process is complete.
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Method 2 : @BIOSTM Utility
English
If you do not have a DOS startup disk, we recommend that you use the
new @BIOS utility. @BIOS allows users to update their BIOS under
Windows. Just select the desired @BIOS server to download the latest
version of BIOS.
Fig 1. Installing the @BIOS utility Fig 2. Installation Complete and Run @BIOS
Fig 3. The @BIOS Utility Fig 4. Select the desired @BIOS server
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III. Save BIOS
English
In the very beginning, there is "Save Current BIOS" icon shown in dialog box. It means to save the
current BIOS version.
2. Note:
I. In method I, if it shows two or more motherboard's model names to be selected, please make
sure your motherboard's model name again. Selecting wrong model name will cause the
system unbooted.
II. In method II, be sure that motherboard's model name in BIOS unzip file are the same as your
motherboard's. Otherwise, your system won't boot.
III. In method I, if the BIOS file you need cannot be found in @BIOS TM server, please go onto
Gigabyte's web site for downloading and updating it according to method II.
IV. Please note that any interruption during updating will cause system unbooted.
V. Do not use @BIOS and C.O.M. (Corporate Online Management) at the same time.
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4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function
English
Introduction
Note that if you wish to connect a microphone, you MUST connect it to the default Mic In jack
for the microphone to work correctly.
HD Audio
With multiple built-in high quality digital-to-analog converters (DACs) that support audio output at up to
192 kHz/24-bit quality and multi-streaming applications, HD Audio is able to handle multiple audio
streams (in and out) simultaneously. Multi-channel audio experiences have become a reality so you
can, for instance, listen to MP3 music, have an Internet chat, make a telephone call over the Internet,
and etc. all at the same time.
STEP 1 :
After installation of the audio driver, you should find
an Audio Manager icon in your system tray
(you can also find the icon in Control Panel). Double-
click the icon to open the Audio Control Panel.
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STEP 2:
English
In the Audio Control Panel, click the Audio I/O tab.
In the upper left list, click 2CH Speaker.
STEP 3:
Connect a speaker or headphone to the rear Line
Out jack, a small window will pop up and ask
you what type of equipment is connected.
Choose Headphone or Line Out depending on
the device connected and click OK. The 2-chan-
nel audio setup is completed.
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STEP 2:
English
STEP 3:
Connect the 4-channel speakers to the audio jacks
on the motherboard and the surround cable, a
small window will pop up and ask you what type
of equipment is connected. Choose a device de-
pending on the type of speaker connected (4-
channel audio consists of Front Speaker Out (Line
Out) and Rear Speaker Out) and then click OK.
The 4-channel audio setup is completed.
STEP 1 :
After installation of the audio driver, you should find
an Audio Manager icon in your system tray
(you can also find the icon in Control Panel). Double-
click the icon to open the Audio Control Panel.
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STEP 2:
English
In the Audio Control Panel, click the Audio I/O tab.
In the upper left list, click 6CH Speaker.
STEP 3:
Connect the 6-channel speakers to the audio jacks
on the motherboard and the surround cable, a
small window will pop up and ask you what type
of equipment is connected. Choose a device de-
pending on the type of speaker connected (6-
channel audio consists of Front Speaker Out (Line
Out), Rear Speaker Out, and Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out) then click OK. The 6-channel audio
setup is completed.
STEP 1 :
After installation of the audio driver, you should find
an Audio Manager icon in your system tray
(you can also find the icon in Control Panel). Double-
click the icon to open the Audio Control Panel.
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STEP 2:
English
STEP 3:
Connect the 8-channel speakers to the audio jacks
on the motherboard and the surround cable, a
small window will pop up and ask you what type
of equipment is connected. Choose a device de-
pending on the type of speaker connected (8-
channel audio consists of Front Speaker Out (Line
Out), Rear Speaker Out, Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out, and Side Speaker Out) then click
OK. The 8-channel audio setup is completed.
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4-2 Troubleshooting
English
Below is a collection of general asked questions. To check general asked questions based on a specific
motherboard model, please log on to http://www.gigabyte.com.tw
Question 1: I cannot see some options that were included in previous BIOS after updating BIOS. Why?
Answer: Some advanced options are hidden in new BIOS version. Please press Ctrl and F1 keys after
entering BIOS menu and you will be able to see these options.
Questions 2: Why is the light of my keyboard/optical mouse still on after computer shuts down?
Answer: In some boards, a small amount of electricity is kept on standby after computer shuts down and
that's why the light is still on.
Question 4: Why do I still get a weak sound after turning up the speaker to the maximum volume?
Answer: Please make sure the speaker you are using is equipped with an internal amplifier. If not, please
change another speaker with power/amplifier and try again later.
Question 5: Sometimes I hear different continuous beeps from computer after system boots up. What do
these beeps usually stand for?
Answer: The beep codes below may help you identify the possible computer problems. However, they are
only for reference purposes. The situations might differ from case to case.
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English
Contact Us
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English
Germany Russia
G.B.T. TECHNOLOGY TRADING GMBH Moscow Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.de Co., Ltd.
U.K. WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.ru
G.B.T. TECH. CO., LTD. Latvia
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.co.uk GIGA-BYTE Latvia
The Netherlands WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.lv
GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY B.V. Poland
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.nl Office of GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY Co., Ltd. in POLAND
Sweden WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.pl
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.se Ukraine
France WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.kiev.ua
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY FRANCE Romania
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.fr Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd.
Italy in Romania
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.it WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.ro
Spain Serbia & Montenegro
GIGA-BYTE SPAIN Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd.
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.es in SERBIA & MONTENEGRO
Czech Republic WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.co.yu
Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd.
You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language
in CZECH REPUBLIC in the language list on the top right corner of the website.
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.cz
Turkey
Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd.
in TURKEY
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.tr
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