Gigabyte GA-945G-S3 Manual de usuario

GA-945G-S3

Intel®CoreTM 2 Extreme / CoreTM 2 Duo

Intel®Pentium®D / Pentium®4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-945GS3-1001R

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Motherboard

GA-945G-S3

Aug. 4, 2006

Motherboard

GA-945G-S3

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Notice

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No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any

means without Gigabyte's prior written permission. Specifications and features are subject to

change without prior notice.

Product Manual Classification

In order to assist in the use of this product, Gigabyte has categorized the user manual in the

following:

For quick installation, please refer to the "Hardware Installation Guide" included with the

product.

For detailed product information and specifications, please carefully read the

"Product User Manual".

For detailed information related to Gigabyte's unique features, please go to "Technology

Guide" section on Gigabyte's website to read or download the information you need.

For more product details, please click onto Gigabyte's website at www.gigabyte.com.tw

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Table of Contents

ItemChecklist ................................................................................................................. 6

OptionalAccessories ...................................................................................................... 6

GA-945G-S3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................................. 7

Block Diagram ................................................................................................................ 8

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................................................................................... 9

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation .................................................................... 9

1-2 Feature Summary .......................................................................................... 10

1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler ....................................................... 12

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ......................................................................................... 12

1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler ............................................................................ 13

1-4 Installation of Memory .................................................................................... 14

1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards ...................................................................... 16

1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction ........................................................................... 17

1-7 Connectors Introduction .................................................................................. 18

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................ 29

The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : E2) ....................................................... 30

2-1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 32

2-2 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 34

2-3 IntegratedPeripherals ..................................................................................... 36

2-4 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 39

2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations ................................................................................. 41

2-6 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 42

2-7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ....................................................................... 44

2-8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ................................................................................... 46

2-9 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 46

2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password ..................................................................... 47

2-11 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 48

2-12 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 48

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Chapter 3 Install Drivers ............................................................................................. 49

3-1 Install Chipset Drivers .................................................................................... 49

3-2 SoftwareApplications ..................................................................................... 50

3-3 Driver CD Information .................................................................................... 50

3-4 Hardware Information ..................................................................................... 51

3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 51

Chapter 4 Appendix ................................................................................................... 53

4-1 Unique Software Utilities ................................................................................ 53

4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction ..................................................................................... 53

4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction ......................................................................... 54

4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction ........................................................................ 56

4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Introduction ...................................................... 65

4-2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 71

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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 USB2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-51/R)

4 Ports USB2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-21/R)

SPDIF In and Out Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1SPINO-11/R)

5.1/7.1 Surround Cable (Part Number: 12CF1-1AU004-01R)

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GA-945G-S3 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

CPU_FAN

LGA775

ATX

GA-945G-S3

USB

LAN

F_AUDIO

AUDIO

BIOS

PCIE_16

PCIE_3

F_USB1

IDE1

PCIE_1

CD_IN

DDRII1

DDRII2

DDRII3

DDRII4

F_USB2

BATTERY

F_PANEL

IT8718

SATAII0

ATX_12V

Intel®945G

Intel®ICH7

FDD

PCIE_2

SATAII1

SATAII2

SATAII3

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

USB

CLR_CMOS

COMA

LPT

CODEC

RTL8111B

SPDIF_IO

HDA_SUR

SYS_FAN

VGA

PWR_LED

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Block Diagram

(Note) To use a DDR II 667 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800/1066MHz

FSB processor.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Line-Out

MIC

CPU CLK+/-(266/200/133 MHz)

PCI Express x16

Host

Interface

GMCH CLK (266/200/133 MHz)

DDRII 667(Note)/533/400 MHz DIMM

IT8718

Line-In

3 PCI

PCI Bus

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

3 PCI Express x1

PCI Express Bus

8 USB

Ports

Dual Channel Memory

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

RTL8111B

LAN

RJ45

PCI CLK(33 MHz)

CODEC

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

Intel®

945G

Intel®

ICH7

LGA775

Processor

4 SATA 3Gb/s

ATA33/66/100

IDE Channel

BIOS

PS/2 KB/Mouse

COM Port

LPT Port

Floppy

VGA

Hardware Installation- 9 -

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.

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

GA-945G-S3 Motherboard - 10 -

English

1-2 Feature Summary

CPU Supports LGA775 Intel®CoreTM 2 Extreme / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium®D /

Pentium®4

L2 cache varies with CPU

Front Side Bus Supports 1066/800/533MHz FSB

Chipset Northbridge: Intel®945G Express Chipset

Southbridge: Intel®ICH7

LAN Onboard RTL8111B chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Audio Onboard Realtek ALC883 chip

Supports High Definition Audio

Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio (Note 1)

Supports SPDIF In/Out connection

Supports CD In connection

Storage ICH7 Southbrigde

- 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD device

- 1 IDE connector with UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 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 2000/XP

Memory 4 DDRII DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 2)

Supports dual channel DDRII 667/533/400 unbuffered DIMMs (Note 3)

Supports 1.8V DDRII DIMMs

Expanstion Slots 1 PCI Express x16 slot

3 PCI Express x1 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 HDA_SUR connector

1 CD In connector

2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 ports by cables

1 SPDIF In/Out connector

1 power LED connector

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