GA-EG41M-S2H/ GA-EG41M-S2 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev.
Motherboard GA-EG41M-S2H/GA-EG41M-S2 Oct. 20, 2008 Motherboard GA-EG41M-S2H/ GA-EG41M-S2 Oct.
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Table of Contents Box Contents ................................................................................................................. 6 Optional Items ................................................................................................................. 6 GA-EG41M-S2H/S2 Motherboard Layout ...................................................................... 7 Block Diagram ................................................................................................................
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ...................................................................................... 63 3-1 3-2 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 63 Application Software ....................................................................................... 64 3-3 3-4 Technical Manuals .......................................................................................... 64 Contact ..............................
Box Contents GA-EG41M-S2H or GA-EG41M-S2 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No.
GA-EG41M-S2H/S2 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS PHASE LED IT8718 LGA775 DVI VGA ATX_12V SiI1392* BATTERY LAN USB R_USB OPTICAL Intel ® G41 CLR_CMOS AUDIO GA-EG41M-S2H/S2 HDMI* Level Shifter IDE ATX F_AUDIO RTL 8110SC PCI1 DDR2_2 DDR2_1 PCIEX4 SYS_FAN B_BIOS PCI2 Intel® ICH7 SPDIF_O M_BIOS CI PWR_LED SATA2_3 PCI3 SATA2_2 CODEC SATA2_1 CD_IN SATA2_0 SPDIF_I FDD COMA * Only for GA-EG41M-S2H.
Block Diagram LGA775 Processor HDMI* CPU CLK+/(333/266/200 MHz) SiI1392* Level Shifter DVI-D Host Interface DDR2 800/667 MHz D-Sub Dual Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 Intel ® G41 GMCH CLK (333/266/200 MHz) Dual BIOS ATA-100/66/33 IDE Channel 4 SATA 3Gb/s x4 Intel® ICH7 8 USB Ports PCI Express Bus PCI Bus Floppy LPC BUS IT8718 RTL8110SC RJ45 CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out LAN 3 PCI COM Port
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or • warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for an Intel® Core 2 Extreme processor/ Intel ® Core 2 Quad processor/Intel ® Core 2 Duo processor/ Intel ® Pentium ® Dual-Core processo/Intel ® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB North Bridge: Intel ® G41 Chipset South Bridge: Intel ® ICH7 2 x 1.
Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller Hardware Monitor 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x CD In connector 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.
BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly.
B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the load plate.
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel ® boxed cooler as the example cooler.) Male Push Pin Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin The Top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction on the male push pin.
1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design.
1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR2 DIMM A DDR2 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory module.
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1.
PCI Express x4 Graphics Card Support List The items below are supported under Windows XP operating system only. When using an add-on graphics card, please first delete the onboard graphics driver before installing the driver for the add-on graphics card.
Graphics Chip NVIDIA Geforce 6500 NVIDIA Geforce 7100 GS NVIDIA Geforce 7300 GS NVIDIA Geforce 7300 GT NVIDIA Geforce 7300 LE NVIDIA Geforce 7600 GS NVIDIA Geforce 7600 GT NVIDIA Geforce 7800 GT NVIDIA Geforce 7800 GTX NVIDIA Geforce 7900 GS NVIDIA Geforce 7900 GT NVIDIA Geforce 8600 GT NVIDIA Geforce 8500 GT NVIDIA Geforce 7200GS NVIDIA Geforce 8400GS NVIDIA Geforce 8800 Ultra NVIDIA Geforce 8800 GT(PCIE 2.0) NVIDIA Geforce 9600 GT(PCIE 2.0) NVIDIA Geforce 9800 GT(PCIE 2.
1-6 Back Panel Connectors * PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port. DVI-D Port The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specifictation. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port.
B. Playback of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs: In order to get better playback quality, when playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below. • CPU: Intel® Dual-Core processor • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • HDCP compliant monitor(s) Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 19 6 2 9 18 11 4 17 8 14 10 12 13 16 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) ATX_12V ATX CPU_FAN SYS_FAN FDD IDE SATA2_0/1/2/3 PWR_LED BATTERY F_PANEL 5 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 15 7 F_AUDIO CD_IN SPDIF_I SPDIF_O F_USB1/F_USB2 COMA CI CLR_CMOS PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) 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, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header and a 4-pin system fan header (CPU_FAN/ SYS_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design.
6) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling according to the role of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.
8) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header) This header can be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to indicate system power status. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). Pin No.
10) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker and system status indicator on the chassis front panel to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. 1 2 Hard Drive Activity LED Reset Switch MSG+ MSGPW+ PW- HD+ HDRESRES+ NC Message/Power/ Sleep LED Power Switch SPEAK+ Speaker SPEAK19 20 • MSG (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow): Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel.
11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it. 10 9 2 1 For HD Front Panel Audio: Pin No.
13) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF in and can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No.
15) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 1 9 2 10 Pin No. 1 Definition Power (5V) 2 3 Power (5V) USB DX- 4 5 USB DYUSB DX+ 6 7 USB DY+ GND 8 9 GND No Pin 10 NC • Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header.
17) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. Pin No. 1 1 2 Definition Signal GND 18) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults.
19) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. The higher the CPU loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs. To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced," for more details.
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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features.
2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EG41M-S2H D1 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 09/23/2008-G41-ICH7-7A89PG0XC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.
2-2 The Main Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EG41M-S2H D1) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
The Functions of the and keys (For the Main Menu Only) F11 : Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles (Profile 1-8) and name each profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use the SPACE key) and then press to complete.
2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Robust Graphics Booster CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Fine CPU Clock Ratio (Note) CPU Frequency [Auto] [7X] [+0.5] 3.
Robust Graphics Booster Robust Graphics Booster (R.G.B.) helps to enhance the performance of the graphics chip and memory. Auto allows the BIOS to automatically set the R.G.B. mode based on system configurations. Options are: Auto (default), Fast, Turbo. CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The item is present only if a CPU with unlocked clock ratio is installed.
>>>>> Advanced Clock Control Advanced Clock Control CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive PCI Express Clock Drive CPU Clock Skew MCH Clock Skew : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values [800mV] [800mV] [0ps] [0ps] +/-/PU/PD: Value F6: Fail-Safe Defaults Item Help Menu Level F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CPU Clock Drive Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the CPU and North Bridge clock.
System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Options are dependent on CPU FSB and the (G)MCH Frequency Latch settings. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) Memory Frequency (Mhz) The first memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; the second is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings.
******** Advanced Timing Control ******** tRRD Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. tWTR Options are: Auto (default), 1~31. tWR Options are: Auto (default), 1~31. tRFC Options are: Auto (default), 1~255. tRTP Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Command Rate(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~3.
Trd2rd(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Twr2wr(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Twr2rd(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Trd2wr(Same/Diff Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. DIMM1 Clock Skew Control Options are: Auto (default), +800ps~-700ps. DIMM2 Clock Skew Control Options are: Auto (default), +800ps~-700ps. DDR Write Training Allows you to determine whether to fine-tune memory parameters to enhance memory compatibility.
Ctrl Driving Pull-Up Level Options are: Auto (default), +8~-7. Clk Driving Pull-Up Level Options are: Auto (default), +8~-7. Data Driving Pull-Down Level Options are: Auto (default), +8~-7. Cmd Driving Pull-Down Level Options are: Auto (default), +8~-7. Ctrl Driving Pull-Down Level Options are: Auto (default), +8~-7. Clk Driving Pull-Down Level Options are: Auto (default), +8~-7. ******** Mother Board Voltage Control >>> CPU ******** CPU Vcore The default is Auto.
2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Time (hh:mm:ss) Fri, Sep 5 2008 22:31:24 IDE Channel 0 Master IDE Channel 0 Slave IDE Channel 2 Master IDE Channel 2 Slave IDE Channel 3 Master IDE Channel 3 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.
The following fields display your hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to the information on the hard drive. Capacity Approximate capacity of the currently installed hard drive. Cylinder Number of cylinders. Head Number of heads. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Landing Zone Landing zone. Sector Number of sectors. Drive A Allows you to selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in your system.
2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability CPU Multi-Threading (Note) Limit CPUID Max.
CPU Multi-Threading (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable all CPU cores and multi-threading function when using an Intel ® CPU that supports multi-core technology. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Enabled Enables all CPU cores and multi-threading capability. (Default) Disabled Enables only one CPU core. Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note) Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value.
2-6 Advanced Chipset Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Advanced Chipset Features Onboard VGA Init Display First PAVP Mode PAVP Lite Mode x Paranoid PAVP Mode : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values [Enable If No Ext PEG] [PCI] [PAVP Lite Mode] [32MB] (32+96)128MB +/-/PU/PD: Value F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F10: Save Item Help Menu Level ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Onboard VGA Enables or disables the onboard VGA function.
PAVP Lite Mode This item is configurable only if the PAVP Mode option is set to PAVP Lite Mode. Options are: 32MB (default), 48MB, 64MB, 128MB and 256MB. Paranoid PAVP Mode This item is configurable only if the PAVP Mode option is set to Paranoid PAVP. Options are: (32+96)128MB (default), (48+96)144MB, (64+96)160MB, (128+96)224MB and (256+96)352MB. The table below shows the supported features of the PAVP Lite and Paranoid modes.
2-7 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Integrated Peripherals On-Chip Primary PCI IDE On-Chip SATA Mode x PATA IDE Set to SATA Port 0/2 Set to SATA Port 1/3 Set to USB Controller USB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard Support USB Mouse Support Legacy USB storage detect Azalia Codec Onboard H/W LAN SMART LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard Serial Port 1 : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values [Enabled] [Auto] Ch.0 Master/Slave Ch.2 Master/Slave Ch.
SATA Port 1/3 Set to This value is dependent on the On-Chip SATA Mode and PATA IDE Set to settings. When PATA IDE Set to is configured to Ch. 0 Master/Slave, this option will be automatically set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) Disabled will turn off all of the USB functionalities below. USB 2.0 Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB 2.0 controller.
When No LAN Cable Is Attached... If no LAN cable is attached to the motherboard, the Status fields of all four pairs of wires will show Open and the Length fields show 0m, as shown in the figure above. When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... If no cable problem is detected on the LAN cable connected to a Gigabit hub or a 10/100 Mbps hub, the following message will appear: Start detecting at Port.....
2-8 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Power Management Setup x x x x ACPI Suspend Type Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN PME Event Wake Up Power On by Ring Resume by Alarm Date (of Month) Alarm Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm HPET Support (Note) HPET Mode (Note) Power On By Mouse Power On By Keyboard KB Power ON Password AC Back Function : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values [S3(STR)] [Instant-Off] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Everyday 0:0:0 [Disabled] 32-bit mode [Dis
Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Date (of Month) Alarm : Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm : Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically. Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be effective.
2-9 PnP/PCI Configurations CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software PnP/PCI Configurations PCI1 IRQ Assignment PCI2 IRQ Assignment PCI3 IRQ Assignment : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] +/-/PU/PD: Value F6: Fail-Safe Defaults Item Help Menu Level F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults PCI1 IRQ Assignment Auto 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the first PCI slot.
2-10 PC Health Status CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status Case Opened Vcore DDR18V +3.3V +12V Current System Temperature Current CPU Temperature Current CPU FAN Speed Current SYSTEM FAN Speed CPU Warning Temperature CPU FAN Fail Warning SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning CPU Smart FAN Control : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values [Disabled] No 1.316V 1.808V 3.264V 12.
2-11 Load Fail-Safe Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
2-13 Set Supervisor/User Password CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
2-14 Save & Exit Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot below.
3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
3-4 Contact Click the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. Or read the last page of this manual to check the contact information for GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices. 3-5 System This page provides the basic system information.
3-6 Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed.
Chapter 4 Unique Features 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 Xpress Recovery2 is a utility that allows you to quickly compress and back up your system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress Recovery2 can back up data on PATA and SATA hard drives and restore it. Before You Begin: • Xpress Recovery2 will check the first physical hard drive* for the operating system.
Installation and Configuration (The following procedure uses Windows XP as the example operating system.) A. Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard Drive 1. 2. Set CD-ROM drive as the first boot device under "Advanced BIOS Features" in the BIOS Setup program. Save the changes and exit. When partitioning your hard drive (Figure 1), make sure to leave unallocated space for Xpress Recovery2 (10 GB or more is recommended; actual size requirements vary, depending on the amount of data) (Figure 2).
4. After the operating system is installed, right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop and select Manage (Figure 4). Go to Computer Management to check disk allocation. Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup file to the unallocated space (black stripe along the top)(Figure 5). Please note that if there is no enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the backup file. Figure 4 5.
B. Accessing Xpress Recovery2 1. Boot from the motherboard driver disk to access Xpress Recovery2 for the first time. When you see the following message: Press any key to startup Xpress Recovery2 (Figure 8), press any key to enter Xpress Recovery2. . . Boot from CD/DVD: Press any key to startup XpressRecovery2..... 2. Figure 8 After you use the backup function in Xpress Recovery2 for the first time, Xpress Recovery2 will stay permanent in your hard drive.
D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2 Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present if no backup is created before (Figure 13, 14). Figure 13 Figure 14 E. Removing the Backup 1. 2. If you wish to remove the backup file, select REMOVE (Figure 15). After the backup file is removed, no backup image file will be present in Disk Management and hard drive space will be freed up (Figure 16). Figure 15 Figure 16 F.
4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash TM and @BIOS TM. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MSDOS mode. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOSTM design, which enhances protection for the safety and stability of your computer by adding one more physical BIOS chip. What is DualBIOS TM? Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS.
B. Updating the BIOS When updating the BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS file is saved. The follow procedure assumes that you save the BIOS file to a floppy disk. Step 1: 1. Insert the floppy disk containing the BIOS file into the floppy disk drive. In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the up or down arrow key to select Update BIOS from Drive and press . • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file.
Step 4: Press and then to exit Q-Flash and reboot the system. As the system boots, you should see the new BIOS version is present on the POST screen. Step 5: During the POST, press to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults and press to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripherals devices after a BIOS update, so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults. CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.
4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility A. Before You Begin: 1. 2. 3. 4. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is stable and do NOT interrupt the Internet connection (for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). Failure to do so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is unable to start.
4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also includes tabbed pages for CPU and memory information, lettings users read their systemrelated information without the need to install additional software. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Tab Function The CPU tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard.
4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced (Note 1) is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings with a click of the button. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced is able to provide exceptional power savings and enhanced power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. The Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced Interface A.
B. Total Mode In Total Mode, users are able to see how much total power savings they have accumulated in a set period of time since activating Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced for the first time (Note 4).
4-5 Q-Share Q-Share is an easy and convenient data sharing tool. After configuring your LAN connection settings and Q-Share, you are able to share your data with computers on the same network, making full use of Internet resources. Directions for using Q-Share After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE> in your system tray and right-click Q-Share.exe to launch the Q-Share tool. Find the Q-Share icon on this icon to configure the data sharing settings.
4-6 Time Repair Based on the Microsoft Volume Shadow Copy Services technology, Time Repair allows you to quickly back up and restore your system data in the Windows Vista operating system. Time Repair supports NTFS file system and can restore system data on PATA and SATA hard drives. System Restore Choose a system restore point using the navigation bar on the right or at the bottom of the screen to view the system data backed up at different time.
Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides six audio jacks on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio. Center/Subwoofer Line In The picture to the right shows the default audio jack Speaker Out assignments.
Step 2: Click the Audio I/O tab. In the speaker list on the left, select 2CH Speaker, 4CH Speaker, 6CH Speaker, or 8CH Speaker according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up. Step 3: Everytime you connect an audio device to an audio jack, the Connected device box appears. Select the device according to the type of device you connect. Then click OK to complete the configuration. B. Configuring Sound Effect: You may configure an audio environment on the Sound Effect tab. C.
5-1-2 Installing the S/PDIF In Cable (Optional) The S/PDIF in cable provides S/PDIF in functionality. Optical S/PDIF In Coaxial S/PDIF In S/PDIF In: The S/PDIF in jacks allow you to input digital audio signals to the computer for audio processing. A. Installing the S/PDIF In Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the cable to the SPDIF_I header on your motherboard. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
C. Configuring S/PDIF out: Click the tool icon in the DIGITAL section. In the S/PDIF In/Out Settings dialog box, select an output sampling rate and select (or disable) the output source. Click OK to complete the configuration. 5-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in your system tray. Doubleclick the icon to access the Audio Control Panel.
Step 4: To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process when using the microphone function on the front panel, do not select the Mute check box under Front Pink In or Front Green In in Master Volume. It is recommended that you set the volume at a middle level. or To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process when using the microphone function on the back panel, do not select the Mute check box under Rear Pink In in Master Volume.
Step 6: To raise the recording and playing sound for the microphone, go to Options in Master Volume and select Advanced Controls. Click the Advanced button under a volume control option (e.g. Front Green In, Front Pink In). In the Other Controls field, select the 1 Microphone Boost check box. Step 7: After completion, click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to Entertainment, and then click Sound Recorder to begin the sound recording.
5-2 Troubleshooting 5-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support\Motherboard\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's website. Q: In the BIOS Setup program, why are some BIOS options missing? A: Some advanced options are hidden in the BIOS Setup program. Press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST. In the Main Menu, press + to show the advanced options.
5-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and power cord etc. Make sure the motherboard does not short-circuit with the chassis or other metal objects. No Isolate the short circuit. The problem is verified and solved. Check if the CPU cooler is attached to the CPU securely.
A When the computer is turned on, is the CPU cooler running? Yes No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Check if there is display on your monitor. Yes No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer. Plugg in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Check if the keyboard is working properly. No The keyboard or mouse might fail. Yes Press to enter BIOS Setup.
5-3 Regulatory Statements Regulatory Notices This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose. Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text.
Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.
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