Gigabyte GA-K8NS Pro Manual de usuario

GA-K8NS(rev. 2.0)

AMD Socket 754 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 2002

12ME-K8NS-2002

Jun. 1, 2005

Motherboard

GA-K8NS(2.0)

Motherboard

GA-K8NS(2.0)

Jun. 1, 2005

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Product Manual Classification

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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

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Table of Contents

GA-K8NS(rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout ....................................................................... 6

Block Diagram ............................................................................................................... 7

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

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

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

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

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

1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink ................................................................................... 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. : F13) ..................................................... 28

2-1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 30

2-2 Advanced BIOS Features ............................................................................. 32

2-3 Integrated Peripherals ................................................................................... 34

2-4 Power Management Setup ............................................................................ 37

2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations ................................................................................ 39

2-6 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 40

2-7 Frequency/Voltage Control ........................................................................... 41

2-8 Top Performance ........................................................................................... 42

2-9 Load Optimized Defaults ............................................................................... 42

2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password ..................................................................... 43

2-11 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 44

2-12 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 44

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ..................................................................................... 45

3-1 Install Chipset Drivers ................................................................................... 45

3-2 Software Application ...................................................................................... 46

3-3 Software Information ..................................................................................... 46

3-4 Hardware Information .................................................................................... 47

3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 47

Chapter 4 Appendix ................................................................................................... 49

4-1 Unique Software Utilities ............................................................................... 49

4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction ....................................................................................... 49

4-1-2 Xpress Recovery Introduction .............................................................................. 50

4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction .......................................................................... 53

4-1-4 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction ......................................................... 62

4-1-5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction ........................................... 68

4-2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 76

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GA-K8NS(rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout

ATX_12V

CPU_FAN

CODEC

IT8712

nVIDIA®

nForceTM 3 250

BIOS

DDR1

F_USB2

F_USB1

DDR2

DDR3

BATTERY

ATX

IDE2

FDD

SYS_FAN

GA-K8NS

KB_MS

Socket 754

AUDIO1

COMB

USB

LAN

F_AUDIO

CD_IN

F_PANEL

PWR_LED

IDE1

PCI1

PCI2

COMA

LPT

SATA0_SB

R_USB

PCI3

PCI4

PCI5

SPDIF_IO

SUR_CEN

ICS 1883

SATA1_SB

AGP

CLR_CMOS

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Block Diagram

Line-Out

MIC

Line-In

AMD K8

Socket 754

CPU

CPUCLK+/-(200MHz)

Hyper Transport Bus

nVIDIA®

nForce3 250

DDR 400/333MHz DIMM

24MHz

33MHz

IT8712

2 Serial ATA

ATA33/66/100/133

IDE Channels

PCICLK

(33MHz)

5 PCI

PCI Bus

8 USB Ports

DDR RAM

Floppy

PS/2 KB/Mouse

LPT Port

AGP Slot

4X / 8X

LPC BUS

CODEC

RJ45

ICS 1883

BIOS

COM Ports

AGPCLK

(66MHz)

LAN

AC97 Link

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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-K8NS(rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 10 -

English

Motherboard GA-K8NS rev. 2.0

CPU Socket 754 for AMD AthlonTM 64 processor (K8)

1600MHz system bus

Supports core frequencies in excess of 2800+ and faster

Chipset nVIDIA®nForce3TM 250 Chipset

Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems

Memory 3 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 3GB memory)

Supports DDR 400/333/266/200 DIMM

Supports DDR DIMM

Slots 1 AGP slot supports 8X/4X(1.5V) mode

5 PCI slots

IDE Connections 2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), allows connection of

4 IDE devices

Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems

FDD Connections 1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices

Onboard SATA 2 Serial ATA connections

Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems

Peripherals 1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode

2 serial ports (COMA, COMB)

8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)

1 front audio connector

1 PS/2 keyboard port

1 PS/2 mouse port

Onboard LAN Onboard ICS 1883 chip (10/100 Mbit)

1 RJ 45 port

Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems

Onboard Audio ALC850 CODEC (UAJ)

Supports Jack Sensing function

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

Supports Line In ; Line Out ;MIC In

Surround Back Speaker (by optional Audio Combo Kit)

SPDIF In/Out connection

CD In connection

Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems

1-2 Feature Summary

(Note 1) To set up an 8 channel audio configuration, you must use Audio Combo Kit (optional device).

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