Gigabyte GA-945PL-S3 Manual de usuario

GA-945PL-S3

Intel®CoreTM 2 Extreme / CoreTM 2 Duo

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

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-945PLS3-1001R

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Motherboard

GA-945PL-S3

Jul. 07, 2006

Motherboard

GA-945PL-S3

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Notice

The written content provided with this product is the property of Gigabyte.

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 the

"Technology Guide" section on Gigabyte's website to read or download the information

you need.

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

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Table of Contents

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

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

GA-945PL-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. : E6) ....................................................... 30

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

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

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

2-4 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 38

2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations ................................................................................. 40

2-6 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 41

2-7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ....................................................................... 43

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, 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)

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

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GA-945PL-S3 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

COMA

LPT

CPU_FAN

ATX_12V

LGA775

IT8718

GA-945PL-S3

ATX

Intel®945PL

USB_LAN

USB

SPDIF_IO

FDD

PWR_LED

PCI3

F_USB2 F_PANEL

F_USB1

CODEC

HDA_SUR

CD_IN

SATAII0

IDE1

BIOS

SYS _FAN

Intel®ICH7

PCI2

PCIE_16

BAT

F_AUDIO

DDRII1

PCIE_3

CLR_CMOS

AUDIO

DDRII2

RTL

8111B

SATAII3

SATAII2

SATAII1

DDRII3

DDRII4

PCIE_1

PCIE_2

PCI1

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Block Diagram

LGA775

Processor

CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz)

PCI Express x16

Host

Interface

Intel®

945PL

MCHCLK(200/133MHz)

DDRII 400/533MHz DIMM

Dual Channel Memory

COM Port

Floppy

PS/2 KB/Mouse

4 SATA 3Gb/s

ATA33/66/100

IDE1 Channel

BIOS

8 USB

Ports

PCI CLK

(33MHz)

3 PCI

PCI Bus LPT Port

PCIe CLK

(100MHz)

RJ45

RTL

8111B

Line-Out

MIC

CODEC

Line-In

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

PCI Express Bus

IT8718

Intel®

ICH7

3 PCI Express x1

PCIe CLK

(100MHz)

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 1Hardware Installation

GA-945PL-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 800/533MHz FSB

Chipset Northbridge: Intel®945PL Express Chipset

Southbridge: Intel®ICH7

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

Audio Onboard Realtek ALC883 CODEC chip

Supports High Definition Audio

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

Supports SPDIF In/Out connection

Supports CD In connection

Storage Intel®ICH7

- 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD devices

- 1 IDE connector (IDE1) with UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100 support,

allowing connection of 2 IDE devices

- 4 SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATAII0, SATAII1, SATAII2, SATAII3),

allowing connection of 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices

O.S Support Microsoft Windows 2000/XP

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

Supports dual channel DDRII 400/533(Note 2) DIMMs

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 CD In connector

1 power LED connector

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

1 SPDIF In/Out connector

1 HDA_SUR connector

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