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G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.1 Published September 2008 Copyright©2008 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.1 Published September 2008 Copyright©2008 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
User Manual
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...for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD... CD. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. You may find the latest VGA cards and...
...for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD... CD. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. You may find the latest VGA cards and...
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... Express x16 slot - 1 x PCI Express x1 slot - 2 x PCI slots - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Max. Supports EM64T CPU - Supports DDR2 800/667 non-ECC, un...see CAUTION 7) - 5.1 CH Windows® VistaTM Premium Level HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 5) - Max. G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - Compatible with all...
... Express x16 slot - 1 x PCI Express x1 slot - 2 x PCI slots - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Max. Supports EM64T CPU - Supports DDR2 800/667 non-ECC, un...see CAUTION 7) - 5.1 CH Windows® VistaTM Premium Level HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 5) - Max. G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - Compatible with all...
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..., and/or components. 12 Doing so may cause severe damage to you install or remove any component, ensure that comes with the component. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. 2. Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Do not over-tighten the...
..., and/or components. 12 Doing so may cause severe damage to you install or remove any component, ensure that comes with the component. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. 2. Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Do not over-tighten the...
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... place and the DIMM is unable to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Step 3. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 16 Step 1. Installing...
... place and the DIMM is unable to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Step 3. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 16 Step 1. Installing...
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... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
User Manual (VIA)
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G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.0 Published February 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.0 Published February 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
User Manual (VIA)
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... be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial...
... be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial...
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... Audio Codec) - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 3) - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I ... Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Max. Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 2) - Supports EM64T CPU - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in / Front Speaker / Microphone
... Audio Codec) - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 3) - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I ... Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Max. Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 2) - Supports EM64T CPU - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in / Front Speaker / Microphone
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..., study the configuration of the following precautions before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to unplug the power cord before you handle components. 3. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that comes with the component. Hold components by circles...
..., study the configuration of the following precautions before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to unplug the power cord before you handle components. 3. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that comes with the component. Hold components by circles...
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... activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 3. It will operate at single channel mode. 1. It is properly seated. 16 Step 2. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you install only one...
... activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 3. It will operate at single channel mode. 1. It is properly seated. 16 Step 2. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you install only one...
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... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
Quick Installation Guide
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... purchaser for informational use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this guide are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' ... but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in Perchlorate Best Management Practices...
... purchaser for informational use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this guide are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' ... but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in Perchlorate Best Management Practices...
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... Slot (PCIE2) 11 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4; Red) 27 OC 800 / FSB0 / FSB1 Jumper 14 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, 28 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) Purple) 2 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard Orange) 25 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 12 Secondary SATAII Connector (SATAII_2; Yellow) 20 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 21 Front Panel...
... Slot (PCIE2) 11 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4; Red) 27 OC 800 / FSB0 / FSB1 Jumper 14 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, 28 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) Purple) 2 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard Orange) 25 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 12 Secondary SATAII Connector (SATAII_2; Yellow) 20 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 21 Front Panel...
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... reboot your system. Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. For Windows® VistaTM: After restarting your system. 3 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English I/O Panel 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (Pink) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01...
... reboot your system. Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. For Windows® VistaTM: After restarting your system. 3 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English I/O Panel 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (Pink) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01...
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... occur, the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable... (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this motherboard...
... occur, the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable... (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this motherboard...
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...; VistaTM Premium Level HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in / Front Speaker / Microphone 5 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 5) - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs (see CAUTION 3) - Supports Untied...
...; VistaTM Premium Level HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in / Front Speaker / Microphone 5 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 5) - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs (see CAUTION 3) - Supports Untied...
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... (see CAUTION 12) - Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 8) - 1 x ATA100 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 x Floppy connector - 1 x Print port header - CPU Quiet Fan - Connector - 4 x ..., AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique Feature - CPU Fan Tachometer - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard
... (see CAUTION 12) - Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 8) - 1 x ATA100 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 x Floppy connector - 1 x Print port header - CPU Quiet Fan - Connector - 4 x ..., AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique Feature - CPU Fan Tachometer - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard
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..., including adjusting the setting in overclocking mode. Please check Intel® website for possible damage caused by overclocking. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English CAUTION! 1. Besides, if you want to overclock the CPU you adopt from FSB800 to FSB1066, ... Untied Overclocking Technology. Please check the table below for system usage under Windows® environment. It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to adjust your own risk and expense. Due to...
..., including adjusting the setting in overclocking mode. Please check Intel® website for possible damage caused by overclocking. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English CAUTION! 1. Besides, if you want to overclock the CPU you adopt from FSB800 to FSB1066, ... Untied Overclocking Technology. Please check the table below for system usage under Windows® environment. It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to adjust your own risk and expense. Due to...
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... and improve power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. Before you install the PC system. 8 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Please visit our website for the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 13. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 12. 11. In other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability...
... and improve power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. Before you install the PC system. 8 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Please visit our website for the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 13. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 12. 11. In other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability...