GA-8I865GME-775

Intel Pentium 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1002 12ME-865GMET-1002R
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Motherboard GA-8I865GME-775

Motherboard

Feb. 13, 2006

Copyright

2006 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in the manual are legally registered to their respective companies.

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Table of Contents

Item Checklist..... 6 GA-8I865GME-775 Motherboard Layout... 7 Block Diagram.... 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation... 9
1-1 1-2 1-3 Considerations Prior to Installation... 9 Feature Summary... 10 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink.. 12
1-3-1 1-3-2 Installation of the CPU.... 12 Installation of the Heatsink.... 13

1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7

Installation of Memory... 14 Installation of Expansion Cards... 15 I/O Back Panel Introduction... 16 Connectors Introduction.... 17
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup... 27
The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : D5).. 28 2-1 Standard CMOS Features.... 30 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8 2-9 2-10 2-11 2-12 Advanced BIOS Features... 32 Integrated Peripherals... 34 Power Management Setup.... 37 PnP/PCI Configurations... 39 PC Health Status... 40 Frequency/Voltage Control.... 42 Load Fail-Safe Defaults... 43 Load Optimized Defaults... 43 Set Supervisor/User Password... 44 Save & Exit Setup.... 45 Exit Without Saving.... 45
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation... 47
3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5 Install Chipset Drivers... 47 Software Applications... 48 Driver CD Information... 48 Hardware Information... 49 Contact Us.... 49
Chapter 4 Appendix.... 51
4-1 Unique Software Utilities... 51
4-1-1 4-1-2 4-1-3 4-1-4 EasyTune 5 Introduction... 52 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction... 53 Flash BIOS Method Introduction.. / 4 / 6 Channel Audio Function Introduction.. 64

Troubleshooting.... 67

Item Checklist
IDE Cable x 1 Serial ATA 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 USB2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-51)
GA-8I865GME-775 Motherboard Layout

The motherboard supports DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one direction. The memory capacity used can differ with each slot.

DDR memory module

Fig.1 The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.

Fig. 1

Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to lock the DIMM module. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.

Fig. 2

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Installation of Expansion Cards
You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below: 1. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before installing the expansion card into the computer. 2. Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. 3. Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard. 4. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot. 5. Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card. 6. Replace your computer's chassis cover. 7. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS. 8. Install related driver from the operating system. Installing a AGP expansion card:
Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the AGP slot when you try to install/uninstall the VGA card. Please align the VGA card to the onboard AGP slot and press firmly down on the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked by the small white-drawable bar.

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I/O Back Panel Introduction
PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector
To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the lower port (purple).

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.

Serial Port (COMA)

Devices like mouses, modems, and etc. can be connected to Serial port.

VGA Port

Monitor can be connected to VGA port.

USB port

Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker.etc. have a standard USB interface. Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

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13) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open)
This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup.

Definition Signal GND

14) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS)
You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by this jumper. To clear CMOS, temporarily short pins 1-2. To prevent improper use of this header, we do not include a jumper on it.

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS

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15) BAT (Battery)
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. If you want to erase CMOS. 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Take out the battery gently and put it aside for about 10 minutes (Or you can use a metal object to connect the positive and negative pins in the battery holder to make them short for one minute). 3. Re-install the battery. 4. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required settings or to activate certain system features. The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS SRAM of the motherboard. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM. When the power is turned on, pushing the <Del> button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you to the CMOS SETUP screen. You can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". When setting up BIOS for the first time, it is recommended that you save the current BIOS to a disk in the event that BIOS needs to be reset to its original settings. If you wish to upgrade to a new BIOS, either GIGABYTE's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can be used. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that does not require users to boot to DOS before upgrading BIOS but directly download and update BIOS from the Internet.

CONTROL KEYS

< >< >< <Enter> <Esc> >< > Move to select item Select Item Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu Item Help Restore the previous CMOS value from CMOS, only for Option Page Setup Menu Load the file-safe default CMOS value from BIOS default table Load the Optimized Defaults Q-Flash utility System Information Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu

Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check # CPU Hyper-Threading Limit CPUID Max. to 3 No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Init Display First On-Chip Frame Buffer Size
: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values
+/-/PU/PD: Value F6: Fail-Safe Default

F10: Save

ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults

Hard Disk Boot Priority

Select boot sequence for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. Use < > or < > to select a device, then press<+> to move it up, or <-> to move it down the list. Press <ESC> to exit this menu.
First / Second / Third Boot Device
Floppy LS120 Hard Disk CDROM ZIP USB-FDD USB-ZIP USB-CDROM USB-HDD LAN Disabled System Setup Select your boot device priority by Floppy. Select your boot device priority by LS120. Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk. Select your boot device priority by CDROM. Select your boot device priority by ZIP. Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP. Select your boot device priority by USB-CDROM. Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD. Select your boot device priority by LAN. Disable this function. The system can not boot and can not access to Setup page will be denied if the correct password is not entered at the prompt. The system will boot, but access to Setup will be denied if the correct password is not entered at the prompt. (Default value)

Password Check

(Note)
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CPU Hyper-Threading

Enabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Please note that this feature is only working for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disables CPU Hyper Threading. Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4. Disables CPUID Limit for windows XP. (Default value) Enable No-Execute Memory Protect function.(Default value) Disable No-Execute Memory Protect function. Enable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function.(Default value) Disable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function.(Default value) Disable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. Enable CPU EIST function.(Default value) Disable CPU EIST function.
Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled

Limit CPUID Max. to 3

No-Execute Memory Protect (Note)
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)
CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note)

CPU EIST Function (Note)

Init Display First
Select the first initiation of the monitor display from onboard/AGP or PCI VGA card. PCI Set Init Display First to PCI VGA card. (Default value) Onboard/AGP Set Init Display First to onboard/AGP VGA card.

KB Power ON Password

When "Power On by Keyboard" set at Password, you can set the password here. Enter Input password(from 1 to 5 characters) and press Enter to set the password.

AC BACK Function

Soft-Off Full-On When AC-power back to the system, the system will be in "Off" state. (Default value) When AC-power back to the system, the system always in "On" state.

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PnP/PCI Configurations
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2006 Award Software PnP/PCI Configurations PCI1 IRQ Assignment PCI2 IRQ Assignment PCI3 IRQ Assignment [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] Item Help Menu Level Device(s) using this INT:

PCI1 IRQ Assignment

Auto 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Auto assign IRQ to PCI1. (Default value) Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI1. Auto assign IRQ to PCI2. (Default value) Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI2. Auto assign IRQ to PCI3. (Default value) Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI3.

PCI2 IRQ Assignment

Auto 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15

PCI3 IRQ Assignment

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CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2006 Award Software PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status Case Opened Vcore DDR25V +3.3V +12V 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 CPU Smart FAN Mode [Disabled] No OK OK OK OK 45 oC 3245 RPM 0 RPM [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Item Help Menu Level
+/-/PU/PD: Value F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save ESC: Exit F7: Optimized Defaults

F1: General Help

Reset Case Open Status
Disabled Enabled Don't reset case open status. (Default value) Clear case open status at next boot.

Case Opened

If the case is closed, "Case Opened" will show "No". If the case have been opened, "Case Opened" will show "Yes". If you want to reset "Case Opened" value, set "Reset Case Open Status" to "Enabled" and save CMOS, your computer will restart.
Current Voltage(V) Vcore / DDR25V / +3.3V / +12V

Detect system's voltage status automatically.

Current CPU Temperature

Detect CPU temperature automatically.
Current CPU/SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM)
Detect CPU/SYSTEM Fan speed status automatically.

CPU Warning Temperature

60 o C / 140 o F 70 o C / 158 o F 80 o C / 176 o F 90 o C / 194 o F Disabled Disabled Enabled Monitor CPU temperature at 60o C / 140oF. Monitor CPU temperature at 70o C / 158oF. Monitor CPU temperature at 80o C / 176oF. Monitor CPU temperature at 90o C / 194oF. Disable this function. (Default value) Fan warning function disable. (Default value) Fan warning function enable.
CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning

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CPU Smart FAN Control
Disabled Enabled Disable this function. When this function is enabled, CPU fan will run at different speed depending on CPU temperature. Users can adjust the fan speed with Easy Tune based on their requirements. (Default Value)

CPU Smart FAN Mode

This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. Auto BIOS autodetects the type of CPU fan you installed and sets the optimal CPU Smart FAN control mode for it. (Default Value) Voltage Set to Voltage when you use a CPU fan with a 3-pin fan power cable. PWM Set to PWM when you use a CPU fan with a 4-pin fan power cable. Note: In fact, the Voltage option can be used for CPU fans with 3-pin or 4-pin power cables. However, some 4-pin CPU fan power cables are not designed following Intel 4-Wire fans PWM control specifications. With such CPU fans, selecting PWM will not effectively reduce the fan speed.

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CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2006 Award Software Frequency/Voltage Control CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Memory Frequency For Memory Frequency (Mhz) [18X] [Auto] 266 Item Help Menu Level
+/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
Incorrect using these features may cause your system broken. For power end-user use only.

CPU Clock Ratio (Note)

This setup option will automatically assign by CPU detection. The option will display "Locked" and read only if the CPU ratio is not changeable.

Memory Frequency For

Wrong frequency may make system can't boot, clear CMOS to overcome wrong frequency issue. for FSB(Front Side Bus) frequency=533MHz, 2.0 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.0. 2.5 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.5. Auto Set Memory frequency by DRAM SPD data. (Default value) for FSB(Front Side Bus) frequency=800MHz, 2.0 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.0. 1.66 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 1.66. 1.33 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 1.33. Auto Set Memory frequency by DRAM SPD data. (Default value)

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2-11 Save & Exit Setup
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2006 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations PC Health Status Frequency/Voltage Control ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Save Data to CMOS Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y Saving Exit Without : Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup
Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility and save the user setup value to RTC CMOS. Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.

2-12 Exit Without Saving

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2006 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations PC Health Status Frequency/Voltage Control ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Abandon all Data Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? NExit Setup Save & Exit Without Saving : Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup
Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility without saving to RTC CMOS. Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation
Pictures below are shown in Windows XP. (1) Please make sure to install the latest service pack for Windows after OS installation and before installing motherboard drivers. (2) Insert the driver CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive, the driver CD will auto start and installation screen will appear. If not, please double click the CD-ROM device icon in My computer or execute the Setup.exe in the root directory of the driver CD.

Install Chipset Drivers

After insert the driver CD, "Xpress Install" will scan automatically the system and then list all the drivers that recommended to install. The "Xpress Install" uses the"Click and Go" technology to install the drivers automatically. Just select the drivers you want then click the "GO" button. The "Xpress Install" will execute the installation for you automatically.
Some device drivers will restart your system automatically. After restarting your system the "Xpress Install" will continue to install other drivers. System will reboot automatically after install the drivers, afterward you can install others application. For USB2.0 driver support under Windows XP operating system, please use Windows Service Pack. After install Windows Service Pack, it will show a question mark "?" in "Universal Serial Bus controller" under "Device Manager". Please remove the question mark and restart the system (System will auto-detect the right USB2.0 driver).

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Drivers Installation

Software Applications

This page displays all the tools that Gigabyte developed and some free software. You can click an item to install it.

Driver CD Information

This page lists the contents of software and drivers in this CD-title.

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Hardware Information
This page lists all device you have for this motherboard.

Contact Us

You can also see the last page of this manual for contacts information details.

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Chapter 4 Appendix

4-1 Unique Software Utilities
U-PLUS D.P.S. (Universal Plus Dual Power System)
The U-Plus Dual Power System (U-Plus DPS) is a revolutionary eight-phase power circuit built for ultimate system protection. Designed to withstand varying current levels and changes, the U-Plus D.P.S. provides an immensely durable and stable power circuit to the CPU for solid system stability. These characteristics make it the ideal companion with the latest LGA775 Intel Pentium 4 Processor as well as future Intel processors. As well, 4 blue LED's are mounted on the U-Plus D.P.S. for intelligent indication of system loading.
(Not all model support these Unique Software Utilities, please check your MB features.)
M.I.T. (Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker)
Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker (M.I.T.) allows user to access and change BIOS feature settings with relative speed and ease. Through GIGABYTE M.I.T. feature the user is no longer required to switch into different modes within BIOS setup in order to change system settings such as the CPU system bus, memory timings or to enabled Gigabyte's unique C.I.A. 2 and M.I.B. 2 features. M.I.T.'s integration of all platform performance settings into a single mode now gives any user the ability to control and enhance their computer system to the desired level.
C.I.A.2 (CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2)
GIGABYTE CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2(C.I.A. 2) is designed to automatically adjust CPU computing power to maximize system performance. When enabled, the program detects the current CPU loading and automatically accelerates the CPU computing performance to allow for a faster and smoother execution of programs. When the function is disabled, the CPU is returned to its initial status.

M.I.B.2 (Memory Intelligent Booster 2)
Built on the original M.I.B., the new Memory Intelligent Booster 2 (M.I.B. 2) is designed especially to maximize memory performance and boost memory bandwidth up to 10%. With added branded memory module information, users are able to optimize memory performance by selecting from a recommended memory module list.
S.O.S. (System Overclock Saver)
System Overclock Saver (S.O.S.) is a unique feature that eliminates system boot-up errors resulting from system over-enhancement by the user. With GIGABYTE's proprietary S.O.S. feature, users no longer need to open up the PC chassis and short-circuit the "Clear CMOS" pins or the battery on the motherboard to reset the system back to factory default settings. Instead, S.O.S. automatically resets the overclocked system settings back to their factory defaults to provide a more user-friendly and reliable platform for users.

Download Center

Download Center allows users to quickly download and update their BIOS as well as the latest drivers for their system. Download Center automatically runs a system check of the user PC and provides the user with the current system information as well as displaying a detailed list of all new drivers with the option for download.
C.O.M. (Corporate Online Management)
A web-based system management tool that allows system hardware information such as CPU, memory, graphics card, etc. to be monitored and controlled via the Internet, C.O.M. allows corporate MIS engineers to easily maintain corporate computers such as providing the most up-to-date drivers and BIOS. (Do not use C.O.M. and @BIOS at the same time.)

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Appendix
4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction
EasyTune 5 presents the most convenient Windows based system performance enhancement and manageability utility. Featuring several powerful yet easy to use tools such as 1) Overclocking for enhancing system performance, 2) C.I.A. and M.I.B. for special enhancement for CPU and Memory, 3) Smart-Fan control for managing fan speed control of both CPU cooling fan and North-Bridge Chipset cooling fan, 4) PC health for monitoring system status.(Note)

User Interface Overview

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
Button / Display Overclocking C.I.A./C.I.A.2 and M.I.B./M.I.B.2 Smart-Fan PC Health GO "Easy Mode" & "Advance Mode" Display screen Function display LEDs GIGABYTE Logo Help button Exit or Minimize button

Description Enters the Overclocking setting page Enters the C.I.A./2 and M.I.B./2 setting page Enters the Smart-Fan setting page Enters the PC Health setting page Confirmation and Execution button Toggles between Easy and Advance Mode Display panel of CPU frequency Shows the current functions status Log on to GIGABYTE website Display EasyTuneTM 5 Help file Quit or Minimize EasyTune TM 5 software
EasyTune 5 functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

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4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction
Xpress Recovery2 is designed to provide quick backup and restoration of hard disk data. Supporting Microsoft operating systems including Windows XP/2000/NT/98/Me and DOS, and file systems including FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS, Xpress Recovery2 is able to back up data on hard disks on PATA and SATA IDE controllers. After Xpress Recovery2 is executed from CD-ROM for the first time, it will stay permanent in your hard disk. If you wish to run Xpress Recovery2 later, you can simply press F9 during system bootup to enter Xpress Recovery2 without the CD-ROM.

System requirements:

1. Intel x86 platforms 2. At least 64M bytes of system memory 3. VESA-supported VGA cards
How to use the Xpress Recovery2
Initial access by booting from CD-ROM and subsequent access by pressing the F9 key: Steps: After entering BIOS Setup, go to Advanced BIOS Feature and set to boot from CD-ROM. Save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup. Insert the provided driver CD into your CD-ROM drive. Upon system restart, the message which says "Boot from CD/DVD:" will appear in the bottom left corner of the screen. Press any key to enter Xpress Recovery2. After the steps above are completed, subsequent access to Xpress Recovery2 can be made by simply pressing the <F9> key during system power-on.
. Boot from CD/DVD: Press any key to startup XpressRecovery2.. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2006, Award Software, Inc. GA-8I865GME-775 D5. <DEL>:BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, <F9>: Xpress Recovery2, <F12>For Boot Menu 01/27/2006-i865G-6A79AG0UC-00

You can repeat Step 1 to 4 to flash the backup BIOS, too.
Press Esc and then Y button to exit the Q-Flash utility. The computer will restart automatically after you exit Q-Flash.
Wide Range Protection Disable Boot From Main Bios Auto Recovery Enable Are you sure to RESET ? Halt On Error Disable Copy Main ROM Data to Backup [Enter] to continure or [Esc] to abort. Load Default Settings Save Settings to CMOS Q-Flash Utility Load Main BIOS from Floppy Load Backup BIOS from Floppy Save Main BIOS to Floppy Save Backup BIOS to Floppy Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off
After system reboots, you may find the BIOS version on your boot screen becomes the one you flashed.
The BIOS file becomes Fab after updating.
Intel i875P AGPset BIOS for 8KNXP Ultra Fba Check System Health OK , VCore = 1.5250 Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.6GHz (133x12) <CPUID : 0F27 Patch ID : 0027> Memory Testing : 131072K OK Memory Frequency 266 MHz in Single Channel Primary Master : FUJITSU MPE3170AT ED-03-08 Primary Slave : None Secondary Master : CREATIVEDVD-RM DVD1242E BC101 Secondary Slave : None
Press DEL to enter SETUP / Dual BIOS / Q-Flash / F9 For Xpress Recovery 09/23/2003-i875P-6A79BG03C-00

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Press Del to enter BIOS menu after system reboots. When you are in BIOS menu, move to Load Fail-Safe Defaults item and press Enter to load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults. Normally the system redetects all devices after BIOS has been upgraded. Therefore, we highly recommend reloading the BIOS defaults after BIOS has been upgraded.
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations Select Language Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N)? Y Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving F3: Change Language F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type.
PC Health Status MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ESC: Quit F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash
Press Y on your keyboard to load defaults. 7. Select Save & Exit Setup item to save the settings to CMOS and exit the BIOS menu. System will reboot after you exit the BIOS menu. The procedure is completed.
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations PC Health Status ESC: Quit F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash Select Language Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving F3: Change Language F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type.

Press Y button on your keyboard after you are sure to update BIOS. Then it will begin to update BIOS. The progress of updating BIOS will be shown at the same time.
Keep DMI Data BIOS Now Updating Enable Update BIOS from Floppy >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.. Save BIOS to Floppy Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off Don't Turn Off Power or Reset System
Press any keys to return to the Q-Flash menu when the BIOS updating procedure is completed.
Keep DMI Data Enable !! Copy BIOS completed - Pass !! Update BIOS from Floppy Save BIOS to Floppy Please press any key to continue :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off
Keep DMI Data Enable Are you sure to RESET ? Update BIOS from Floppy Save BIOS to Floppy [Enter] to continure or [Esc] to abort. Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off
The BIOS file becomes F4 after updating
Intel 845GE AGPSet BIOS for 8GE800 F4 Check System Health OK Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.7GHz (100x17.0) <CPUID : 0F0A Patch ID : 0009> Memory Testing : 122880K OK + 8192K Shared Memory Primary Master : FUJITSU MPE3170AT ED-03-08 Primary Slave : None Secondary Master : CREATIVEDVD-RM DVD1242E BC101 Secondary Slave : None
Press DEL to enter SETUP / Q-Flash 03/18/2003-I845GE-6A69YG01C-00
Press Del to enter BIOS menu after system reboots and "Load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults". See how to Load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults, please kindly refer to Step 6 to 7 in Part One.
Congratulation!! You have updated BIOS successfully!!

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Method 2 : @BIOSTM Utility
If you do not have a DOS startup disk, we recommend that you use the new @BIOS utility. @BIOS allows users to update their BIOS under Windows. Just select the desired @BIOS server to download the latest version of BIOS. Fig 1. Installing the @BIOS utility Fig 2. Installation Complete and Run @BIOS
Click Sart/ Programs/ GIGABYTE/@BIOS

Select @BIOS item

Fig 3. The @BIOS Utility
Fig 4. Select the desired @BIOS server

Click " "

Click "Update New BIOS"

1. Methods and steps:

I. Update BIOS through Internet a. Click "Internet Update" icon b. Click "Update New BIOS" icon c. Select @BIOSTM sever d. Select the exact model name on your motherboard e. System will automatically download and update the BIOS. II. Update BIOS NOT through Internet: a. Do not click "Internet Update" icon b. Click "Update New BIOS" c. Please select "All Files" in dialog box while opening the old file. d. Please search for BIOS unzip file, downloading from internet or any other methods (such as: 8I865GME-775.D5). e. Complete update process following the instruction.

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III. Save BIOS In the very beginning, there is "Save Current BIOS" icon shown in dialog box. It means to save the current BIOS version. IV. Check out supported motherboard and Flash ROM: In the very beginning, there is "About this program" icon shown in dialog box. It can help you check out which kind of motherboard and which brand of Flash ROM are supported.

2. Note:

In method I, if it shows two or more motherboard's model names to be selected, please make sure your motherboard's model name again. Selecting wrong model name will cause the system unbooted. II. In method II, be sure that motherboard's model name in BIOS unzip file are the same as your motherboard's. Otherwise, your system won't boot. III. In method I, if the BIOS file you need cannot be found in @BIOS TM server, please go onto Gigabyte's web site for downloading and updating it according to method II. IV. Please note that any interruption during updating will cause system unbooted. V. Do not use @BIOS and C.O.M. (Corporate Online Management) at the same time. I.

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4-1-/ 4 / 6 Channel Audio Function Introduction

2 Channel Audio Setup

We recommend that you use speakers with amplifier to get the best sound effect if the stereo output is applied. STEP 1: Connect the stereo speakers or earphone to "Line Out."

Line Out

STEP 2: After installing the audio driver, you'll find a Sound Effect icon on the lower right hand taskbar. Click the icon to select the function.
STEP 3: On the AC97 Audio Configuration menu, click the Speaker Configuration tab and select the 2-channel mode for stereo speaker output check box.

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4 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode
STEP 1: Connect the front channels to "Line Out," the rear channels to "Line In." Line Out Line In
STEP 3: On the AC97 Audio Configuration menu, click the Speaker Configuration tab and select the 4-channel mode for 4 speaker output check box. Clear the Only SURROUND-KIT check box and press OK.
When the Environment setting is None, the sound would be performed as stereo mode (2-channel output). Please select other settings (ex: Living Room) for 4-channel output.

English

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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual. Damage due to improper installation. Damage due to use of uncertified components. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.

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Feature Summary
Support for an Intel Core 2 Quad processor/Intel Core 2 Duo processor/ Intel Pentium processor Extreme Edition/Intel Pentium D processor/ Intel Pentium 4 processor Extreme Edition/Intel Pentium 4 processor/ Intel Celeron D processor in the LGA 775 package Support for Intel Hyper-Threading Technology L2 cache varies with CPU Supports 800/533 MHz FSB Northbridge: Intel 865G Southbridge: Intel ICH5 Onboard Intel 82562G chip (10/100 Mbit) Onboard Realtek ALC655 CODEC chip Supports 2 / 4 / 6 channel audio Supports CD In connection Intel ICH5 Southbrigde - 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD device - 2 IDE connectors with ATA-100/66/33 support, allowing connection of 4 IDE devices - 2 SATA connectors, allowing connection of 2 SATA devices Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista 2 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 2 GB memory) Supports dual channel DDR400/333/266 DIMM Supports 2.5V DDR DIMMs 1 AGP slot 4X/8X 3 PCI slots 1 20-pin ATX main power connector 1 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 floppy connector 2 IDE connectors 2 SATA connectors 1 CPU fan connector 1 system fan connector 1 front panel connector 1 front audio connector 1 CD In connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 ports by cables 1 Chassis Intrusion connector 1 power LED connector

Front Side Bus Chipset LAN Audio

Storage

O.S Support Memory
Expanstion Slots Internal Connectors
GA-8I865GME-775-RH Motherboard

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Rear Panel I/O
I/O Control Hardware Monitor

Additional Features

Bundle Software Form Factor
1 PS/2 keyboard port 1 PS/2 mouse port 1 parallel port 1 serial port 1 VGA port 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 RJ-45 port 3 audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In) IT8718 chip System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System fan failure warning CPU smart fan control Mbit flash ROM Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b Supports @BIOS Supports Download Center Supports Q-Flash Supports EasyTune (Note) Supports Xpress Install Supports Xpress Recovery2 Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 21.2cm

(Note)

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Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler
Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions: 1. Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU. 3. Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and CPU cooler. 4. Please make sure the CPU cooler is installed on the CPU prior to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur. 5. Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the required standards for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your computer system requires all of the following platform components: - CPU: An Intel Pentium 4 Processor with HT Technology - Chipset: An Intel Chipset that supports HT Technology - BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled - OS: An operation system that has optimizations for HT Technology
1-3-1 Installation of the CPU
Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU socket to the upright position. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket.
Fig. 3 Notice the small gold colored triangle located on the edge of the CPU socket. Align the indented corner of the CPU with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between your thumb and forefinger, carefully place it into the socket in a straight and downwards motion. Avoid twisting or bending motions that might cause damage to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I865GME-775-RH Motherboard - 12 -

Serial Port

Use the serial port to connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals.

VGA Port

The VGA port supports a 15-pin VGA connector (D-Sub). Connect the monitor's VGA cable to this port.

USB Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 100 Mbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Activity LED Connection LED Activity LED: State Blinking Off LAN Port Description Data transmission or receiving is occurring No data transmission or receiving is occurring Connection LED: State On Off Description LAN link is established LAN link is not established

Line In Jack (Blue)

The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/6-channel audio configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack. You can use audio software to configure 2-/4-/6- channel audio functioning.

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Connectors Introduction

1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8)

ATX_12V ATX (Power Connector) CPU_FAN SYS_FAN IDE1 / IDE2 FDD SATA0 / SATA1 F_PANEL
9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15)
PWR_LED F_AUDIO CD_IN F_USB1 / F_USB2 CI CLR_CMOS BATTERY

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1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (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, please make sure that all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard and connect tightly. The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power connector is not connected, the system will not start. Caution! Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. It is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable system or a system that is unable to start.

Pin No. 3 4

Definition GND GND +12V +12V

Pin No. 9

Definition 3.3V 3.3V GND +5V GND +5V GND Power Good 5V SB (stand by +5V) +12V 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft on/off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V

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3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)
The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin(CPU_FAN) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire (GND). Remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to prevent CPU damage or system hanging caused by overheating.

CPU_FAN : 1 CPU_FAN

SYS_FAN :
Definition GND +12V / Speed Control Sense Speed Control

1 SYS_FAN

Pin No. 3
Definition GND +12V Sense
5) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector)
An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).

2 IDE2 IDE1

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6) FDD (FDD Connector)

The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other end of the cable connects to the FDD drive. The types of FDD drives supported are: 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB and 2.88 MB. Before attaching the FDD cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector.
7) SATA0/SATA1 (Serial ATA Connector,)
Serial ATA can provide up to 150 MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

Pin No. 7

Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND

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8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Connector)
Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc. of your chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.
Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED Speaker Connector Power Switch

MSG+ MSGPW+ PW-

SPEAK+

RES+ NC HD-

IDE Hard Disk Active LED
MSG (Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) PW (Power Switch) SPEAK (Speaker Connector)
Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) Open: Normal Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: Power Pin 2- Pin 3: NC Pin 4: Data(-)

HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED) RES (Reset Switch) NC
Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) Open: Normal Close: Reset Hardware System NC

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Reset Switch

SPEAK-

9) PWR_LED
The PWR_LED connector is connected with the system power indicator to indicate whether the system is on/off. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode(S1).

Pin No.

Definition MPD+ MPDMPD-
10) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Panel Connector)
If you want to use Front Audio connector, you must remove 5-6, 9-10 Jumper. In order to utilize the front audio header, your chassis must have front audio connector. Also please make sure the pin assigments on the cable are the same as the pin assigments on the MB header. To find out if the chassis you are buying support front audio connector, please contact your dealer. Please note, you can have the alternative of using front audio connector or of using rear audio connector to play sound.
Pin No. Definition MIC GND MIC_BIAS POWER FrontAudio(R) Rear Audio (R)/ Return R NC No Pin FrontAudio (L) Rear Audio (L)/ Return L

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11) CD_IN (CD IN Connector)
Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.
Definition CD-L GND GND CD-R
12) F_USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connectors)
Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer.
Pin No. Definition Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DXUSB DYUSB DX+ USB DY+ GND GND No Pin NC

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13) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open)
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 2

Definition Signal GND
14) 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. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on the two pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS

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15) BATTERY
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. If you want to erase CMOS. 1. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Gently take out the battery and put it aside for about one minute. (Or you can use a metal object to connect the positive and negative pins in the battery holder to make them short for five seconds.) 3. Re-install the battery. 4. Plug the power cord in and turn on the computer.

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required settings or to activate certain system features. The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS SRAM of the motherboard. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM. When the power is turned on, pressing the <Del> button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you to the CMOS SETUP screen. You can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". If you wish to upgrade to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can be used. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that does not require users to boot to DOS before upgrading BIOS but directly download and update BIOS from the Internet.

CONTROL KEYS

< >< >< <Enter> <Esc> >< > Move to select item Select Item Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu Item Help Restore the previous CMOS value from CMOS, only for Option Page Setup Menu Load the fail-safe default CMOS value from BIOS default table Load the Optimized Defaults Q-Flash utility System Information Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu
<Page Up> <Page Down> <F1> <F2> <F5> <F6> <F7> <F8> <F9> <F10>

Main Menu

The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu
Press <F1> to pop up a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item. To exit the Help Window press <Esc>.
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution and avoid inadequate operation that may result in system malfunction.

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BIOS Setup

<F12> : Boot Menu

Select boot sequence for onboard (or add-on cards) device.
Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc. Intel 865G AGPSet BIOS for 8I865GME-775-RH R2.0/3.9/6.6 FBC. <DEL>: BIOS Setup/Q-Flash <F9>: XpressRecovery2 <F12>: Boot Menu <End>: Qflash 04/10/2007-i865G-6A79YG0MC-00
Use < > or < > to select a device, then press enter to accept. Press <ESC> to exit this menu.

Hard Disk Boot Priority

Select boot sequence for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. Use < > or < > to select a device, then press<+> to move it up, or <-> to move it down the list. Press <ESC> to exit this menu.
First / Second / Third Boot Device
Floppy LS120 Hard Disk CDROM ZIP USB-FDD USB-ZIP USB-CDROM USB-HDD LAN Disabled System Setup Select your boot device priority by Floppy. Select your boot device priority by LS120. Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk. Select your boot device priority by CDROM. Select your boot device priority by ZIP. Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP. Select your boot device priority by USB-CDROM. Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD. Select your boot device priority by LAN. Disable this function. The system can not boot and can not access to Setup page will be denied if the correct password is not entered at the prompt. The system will boot, but access to Setup will be denied if the correct password is not entered at the prompt. (Default value)

Password Check

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CPU Hyper-Threading (Note)
Enabled Enable CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Please note that this feature is only working for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disable CPU Hyper Threading. Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4. Disable CPUID Limit for windows XP. (Default value) Enable No-Execute Memory Protect function.(Default value) Disable No-Execute Memory Protect function. Enable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function.(Default value) Disable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function.(Default value) Disable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. Enable CPU EIST function.(Default value) Disable CPU EIST function. Enable Virtualization Technology function. (Default value) Disable Virtualization Technology function.
Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled
Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note)
No-Execute Memory Protect (Note)
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)
CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note)

CPU EIST Function (Note)

Virtualization Technology (Note)

Init Display First

Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card or the onboard VGA. PCI Set the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default value) Onboard/AGP Set the onboard VGA as the first display.

Power LED in S1 state

Off by Power button
Instant-off Press power button then Power off instantly. (Default value) Delay 4 Sec. Press power button 4 sec. to Power off. Enter suspend if button is pressed less than 4 seconds.

PME Event Wake Up

This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead. Disabled Disable this function. Enabled Enable PME as wake up event. (Default value)

ModemRingOn/WakeOnLan

An incoming call via modem can awake the system from any suspend state or an input signal comes from the other client server on the LAN can awake the system from any suspend state. Disabled Disable Modem Ring On / Wake On LAN function. Enabled Enable Modem Ring On / Wake On LAN function. (Default value)

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Resume by Alarm
You can set "Resume by Alarm" item to Enabled and key in Date/Time to power on system. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Enabled Enable alarm function to POWER ON system. If Resume by Alarm is Enabled. Date (of Month) Alarm : Everyday, 1~31 Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm : (0~23) : (0~59) : (0~59)

Power On By Mouse

Disabled Double Click Disable this function. (Default value) Double click on PS/2 mouse left button to power on the system.

Power On By Keyboard

Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Password Enter from 1 to 5 characters to set the keyboard power on password. Keyboard 98 If your keyboard have "POWER Key" button, you can press the key to power on the system.

KB Power ON Password

When "Power On by Keyboard" set at Password, you can set the password here. Enter Input password(from 1 to 5 characters) and press Enter to set the password.

AC BACK Function

Soft-Off Full-On When AC-power back to the system, the system will be in "Off" state. (Default value) When AC-power back to the system, the system always in "On" state.

60 oC / 140 o F 70 oC / 158 o F 80 oC / 176 o F 90 oC / 194 o F Disabled Disabled Enabled Monitor CPU temperature at 60 o C / 140 oF. Monitor CPU temperature at 70 o C / 158 oF. Monitor CPU temperature at 80 o C / 176 oF. Monitor CPU temperature at 90 o C / 194 oF. Disable this function. (Default value) Disable the fan fail warning function. (Default value) Enable the fan fail warning function.
CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning

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CPU Smart FAN Control
Disabled Enabled Disable this function. When this function is enabled, CPU fan will run at different speed depending on CPU temperature. Users can adjust the fan speed with Easy Tune based on their requirements. (Default Value)

CPU Smart FAN Mode

This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. Auto BIOS autodetects the type of CPU fan you installed and sets the optimal CPU Smart FAN control mode for it. (Default Value) Voltage Set to Voltage when you use a CPU fan with a 3-pin fan power cable. PWM Set to PWM when you use a CPU fan with a 4-pin fan power cable. Note: In fact, the Voltage option can be used for CPU fans with 3-pin or 4-pin power cables. However, some 4-pin CPU fan power cables are not designed following Intel 4-Wire fans PWM control specifications. With such CPU fans, selecting PWM will not effectively reduce the fan speed.

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CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Frequency/Voltage Control [18X] [Disabled] [Disabled] 200 66/33 [Auto] 400 66/33/100 Item Help Menu Level
CPU Clock Ratio (Note) O.C. FSB1066 Core.2 CPU CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Host Frequency(Mhz) x AGP/PCI/SRC Fixed Memory Frequency For Memory Frequency(Mhz) AGP/PCI/SRC Frequency(Mhz)
+/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
Incorrectly using these features may result in system instability or corruption. Doing a overclock or overvoltage on CPU, chipsets and memory modules may result in damages or shortened life expectancy to these components. Please be aware that the menu items are for power users only.

CPU Clock Ratio (Note)

This setup option will automatically assign by CPU detection. The option will display "Locked" and read only if the CPU ratio is not changeable.

O.C. FSB1066 Core.2 CPU

Enable use of Core TM 2 CPUs with 1066 MHz FSB through overclocking. To enable this feature, you must install DDR 400 memory module(s), a Core TM 2 CPU and a AGP graphics card. Disabled Disable the use of Core TM 2 CPU (1066 MHz FSB). (Default value) Enabled Enable the use of Core TM 2 CPU (1066 MHz FSB).

When you select this function, the following message will appear at the center of the screen to assist you in creating a password. Type the password, up to eight characters, and press <Enter>. You will be asked to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection and not enter a password. To disable password, just press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter password. A message "PASSWORD DISABLED" will appear to confirm the password being disabled. Once the password is disabled, the system will boot and you can enter Setup freely. The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords: SUPERVISOR PASSWORD and a USER PASSWORD. When disabled, anyone may access all BIOS Setup program function. When enabled, the Supervisor password is required for entering the BIOS Setup program and having full configuration fields, the User password is required to access only basic items. If you select "System" at "Password Check" in Advance BIOS Features Menu, you will be prompted for the password every time the system is rebooted or any time you try to enter Setup Menu. If you select "Setup" at "Password Check" in Advance BIOS Features Menu, you will be prompted only when you try to enter Setup.

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2-11 Save & Exit Setup
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations PC Health Status Frequency/Voltage Control ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y Saving Exit Without : Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Save Data to CMOS
Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility and save the user setup value to RTC CMOS. Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.

2-12 Exit Without Saving

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations PC Health Status Frequency/Voltage Control ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? N Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving : Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Abandon all Data

Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility without saving to RTC CMOS. Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation
Pictures below are shown in Windows XP. (1) Please make sure to install the latest service pack for Windows after OS installation and before installing motherboard drivers. (2) After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optional drive. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)

Install Chipset Drivers

After insert the driver CD, "Xpress Install" will scan automatically the system and then list all the drivers that recommended to install. The "Xpress Install" uses the"Click and Go" technology to install the drivers automatically. Just select the drivers you want then click the "GO" button. The "Xpress Install" will execute the installation for you automatically.
Some device drivers will restart your system automatically during the driver installation. After the system restart, Xpress Install will continue to install other drivers. After the drivers are installed, follow the onscreen instructions to restart your system. You can install other applications included in the motherboard driver disk. For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in Device Manager, please remove the question mark (by right-clicking your mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will then autodetect and install the USB 2.0 driver.)

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Drivers Installation

Software Applications

This page displays all the tools that Gigabyte developed and some free software. You can click an item to install it.

Driver CD Information

This page lists the contents of software and drivers in this CD-title.

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Hardware Information
This page lists all device you have for this motherboard.

Contact Us

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Germany G.B.T. TECHNOLOGY TRADING GMBH WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.de U.K. G.B.T. TECH. CO., LTD. WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.co.uk The Netherlands GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY B.V. WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.nl Sweden WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.se France GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY FRANCE WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.fr Italy WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.it Spain GIGA-BYTE SPAIN WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.es Czech Republic Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd. in CZECH REPUBLIC WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.cz Turkey Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd. in TURKEY WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.tr
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GIGABYTE Global Service System
To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/ Marketing) question, please link to : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Then select your language to enter the system.

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