Gigabyte GA-945PL-S3E Manual de usuario

GA-945PL-S3E

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-945PLS3E-6602R

* The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste

and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!!

* The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.

Motherboard

GA-945PL-S3E

Feb. 7, 2007

Motherboard

GA-945PL-S3E

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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 click onto Gigabyte's website at www.gigabyte.com.tw

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Table of Contents

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

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

GA-945PL-S3E 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 Cooler ...................................................................................... 13

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

1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards ...................................................................... 15

1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction ........................................................................... 16

1-7 Connectors Introduction .................................................................................. 17

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ................................................................................................ 27

The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : FAc) ..................................................... 29

2-1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 31

2-2 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 33

2-3 Integrated Peripherals ..................................................................................... 35

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 Function Introduction ...................................... 60

4-2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 65

4-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................. 65

4-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ................................................................................ 66

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Item Checklist

IDE Cable x 1, FDD Cable x 1

SATA 3Gb/s Cable x 1

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 Number: 12CF1-3SATPW-11R)

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GA-945PL-S3E Motherboard Layout

KB_MS CPU_FAN

LGA775

ATX

GA-945PL-S3E

F_AUDIO

SYS_FAN

PCIE_16

IDE

BATTERY

IT8718

ATX_12V

Intel®945

Intel®ICH7

USB

LAN

AUDIO

LPT

USB COMA

CLR_CMOS

FDD

SATAII0

F_PANEL

PWR_LED

SATAII1

CD_IN

F_USB1

CODEC

SPDIF_IO

DDRII1

DDRII2

BIOS

PCI1

PCI2

RTL

8111B

F_USB2

PCI3

SATAII2

SATAII3

COMB

PCI4

PCI5

PCIE_1

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Block Diagram

(Note 1) Enable use of a CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking. You must install the

FSB 1333 MHz CoreTM 2 CPU with DDR2 533 (or above) memory module(s).

(Note 2) To use a DDR2 667 memory module on the motherboard, you must install a FSB 800 MHz

(or above) CPU.

LGA775

Processor

Host

Interface

Intel®945

DDR2 667(Note 2)/533/400 MHz DIMM

Intel®ICH7

5 PCI

PCI Bus

Dual Channel Memory

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

PCI Express x16

IT8718

Floppy

PS/2 KB/Mouse

LPT Port

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Line-Out

MIC

Line-In

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

CODEC

CPU CLK+/-

(333(Note 1)/266/200/133 MHz)

COM Ports

ATA-33/66/100 IDE Channel

BIOS

4 SATA 3Gb/s

8 USB Ports

RJ45

RTL

8111B

PCI Express Bus

1 PCI Express x1

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

MCH CLK(333(Note 1)/266/200/133 MHz)

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

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English

1-2 Feature Summary

CPU LGA775 for Intel®CoreTM 2 Extreme dual-core / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium®D /

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 RTL8111B 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 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®2000/XP/Vista

Memory 2 DDR2 DIMM memory slots (supports up to 2 GB memory)

Supports dual channel DDR2 667(Note 2)/533/400 unbuffered DIMMs

Supports 1.8V DDR2 DIMMs

Expanstion Slots 1 PCI Express x16 slot

1 PCI Express x1 slot

5 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 Chassis Intrusion connector

1 power LED connector

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