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GA-8I915MD-G/ GA-8I915MD-GV Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8I915MDS-1003R
GA-8I915MD-G/ GA-8I915MD-GV Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8I915MDS-1003R
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Table of Contents GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G 8 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV 9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary ... I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-7 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : GA-8I915MD-G F3a 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 40 2-5 PnP/PCI ... & Exit Setup 47 2-12 Exit Without Saving 47 "*" Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 5 -
Table of Contents GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G 8 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV 9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary ... I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-7 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : GA-8I915MD-G F3a 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 40 2-5 PnP/PCI ... & Exit Setup 47 2-12 Exit Without Saving 47 "*" Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 5 -
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Only for GA-8I915MD-G. GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ATX CI IDE1 IT8712 COMA GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV LPT LAN VGA USB DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL USB AUDIO Intel 915G / Intel 915GV PCIE_16 RTL8110S / RTL8100C CD_IN CODEC AUX_IN F_AUDIO SUR_CEN SPDIF_IO COMB PCI1 PCI2 Intel ICH6 PCI3 SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 DDRII1 FDD SATA1 SATA0 BIOS BAT CLR_CMOS Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 7 -
Only for GA-8I915MD-G. GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ATX CI IDE1 IT8712 COMA GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV LPT LAN VGA USB DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL USB AUDIO Intel 915G / Intel 915GV PCIE_16 RTL8110S / RTL8100C CD_IN CODEC AUX_IN F_AUDIO SUR_CEN SPDIF_IO COMB PCI1 PCI2 Intel ICH6 PCI3 SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 DDRII1 FDD SATA1 SATA0 BIOS BAT CLR_CMOS Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 7 -
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Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G) PCI-ECLK (100MHz) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) PCI Express x16 VGA PCI Bus RTL8110S RJ45 Host Interface DDRII 600(Note)/533/400MHz DIMM Intel 915G MCH Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 8 -
Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G) PCI-ECLK (100MHz) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) PCI Express x16 VGA PCI Bus RTL8110S RJ45 Host Interface DDRII 600(Note)/533/400MHz DIMM Intel 915G MCH Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 8 -
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Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) VGA PCI-ECLK (100MHz) PCI Express x4 PCI Bus RTL8100C RJ45 Host Interface Intel 915GV MCH DDRII 600(Note)533/400MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 9 -
Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) VGA PCI-ECLK (100MHz) PCI Express x4 PCI Bus RTL8100C RJ45 Host Interface Intel 915GV MCH DDRII 600(Note)533/400MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 9 -
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...use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Installation Notices 1. Damage due to installation, please follow the instructions below: 1. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any hardware, please first carefully read the information in the user manual. 3. It is switched off the computer ... antistatic pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 11 - Please turn off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard. Prior to the use exceeding the permitted parameters. 6. Product determined to natural disaster...
...use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Installation Notices 1. Damage due to installation, please follow the instructions below: 1. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any hardware, please first carefully read the information in the user manual. 3. It is switched off the computer ... antistatic pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 11 - Please turn off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard. Prior to the use exceeding the permitted parameters. 6. Product determined to natural disaster...
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... 2000/XP operating systems Realtek ALC655 CODEC Supports Line In ; English 1-2 Feature Summary Motherboard CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard VGA Onboard LAN Onboard Audio I/O Control GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU Supports 800/533MHz FSB...
... 2000/XP operating systems Realtek ALC655 CODEC Supports Line In ; English 1-2 Feature Summary Motherboard CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard VGA Onboard LAN Onboard Audio I/O Control GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU Supports 800/533MHz FSB...
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English Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System fan failure warning CPU smart fan control BIOS Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports Q-Flash Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 (only supports Hardware Monitor function)(Note 3) Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 21.5cm (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 13 - Hardware Installation
English Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System fan failure warning CPU smart fan control BIOS Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports Q-Flash Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 (only supports Hardware Monitor function)(Note 3) Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 21.5cm (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 13 - Hardware Installation
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... 4 Processor with the following platform components: - Fig. 4 Once the CPU is installed on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 14 - Avoid twisting or bending motions that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. Please make sure the heatsink is properly...
... 4 Processor with the following platform components: - Fig. 4 Once the CPU is installed on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 14 - Avoid twisting or bending motions that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. Please make sure the heatsink is properly...
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...Hardware Installation Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the heatsink to install.) Please note the direction of arrow sign on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. Fig. 2 (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the heatsink, on...occurrence, it is complete. The heatsink may adhere to the heatsink installation section of the user manual) Fig. 5 Please check the back of motherboard after installing. English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Fig.1 Please apply an ...
...Hardware Installation Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the heatsink to install.) Please note the direction of arrow sign on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. Fig. 2 (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the heatsink, on...occurrence, it is complete. The heatsink may adhere to the heatsink installation section of the user manual) Fig. 5 Please check the back of motherboard after installing. English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Fig.1 Please apply an ...
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...the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to remove the DIMM module. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 16 - It is recommended that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. Memory modules are unable to prevent hardware damage. 3. Notch DDR II Fig.1 The... conditions: 1. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. The motherboard supports DDR II memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Reverse the installation steps when you are...
...the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to remove the DIMM module. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 16 - It is recommended that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. Memory modules are unable to prevent hardware damage. 3. Notch DDR II Fig.1 The... conditions: 1. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. The motherboard supports DDR II memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Reverse the installation steps when you are...
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..., setup BIOS utility of the expansion card. 6. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 18 - To be continued... English 1-5 Installation...motherboard. 4. Make sure your computer's chassis cover. 7. Installing a PCI Express x 16 expansion card: Please align the VGA card to release the card. 1-5-1 Graphics Card Support List * (The items below : 1. Install related driver from the operating system. PCI Express x16 Cards Graphics Chip Nvidia Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Model Name GV-NX53128D GV-NX57128D GV-NX59128D GV-NX62128D GV-NX66256D GV...
..., setup BIOS utility of the expansion card. 6. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 18 - To be continued... English 1-5 Installation...motherboard. 4. Make sure your computer's chassis cover. 7. Installing a PCI Express x 16 expansion card: Please align the VGA card to release the card. 1-5-1 Graphics Card Support List * (The items below : 1. Install related driver from the operating system. PCI Express x16 Cards Graphics Chip Nvidia Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Model Name GV-NX53128D GV-NX57128D GV-NX59128D GV-NX62128D GV-NX66256D GV...
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... audio software to VGA port. LAN Port The LAN port provides Internet connection. Line Out Connect the stereo speakers or earphone to Line In jack. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 20 - Parallel Port The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices. COMA (Serial Port) Connects to serial-based mouse or data...
... audio software to VGA port. LAN Port The LAN port provides Internet connection. Line Out Connect the stereo speakers or earphone to Line In jack. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 20 - Parallel Port The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices. COMA (Serial Port) Connects to serial-based mouse or data...
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... +12V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 23 +5V (Only for 24-pin ATX) 1 13 12 3.3V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 24 GND(Only for 24-pin ATX) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 22 - Please use a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead...to start . It is recommended that a power supply that is unable to an unstable system or a system that all the components on the motherboard. Definition Pin No. English 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable ...
... +12V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 23 +5V (Only for 24-pin ATX) 1 13 12 3.3V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 24 GND(Only for 24-pin ATX) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 22 - Please use a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead...to start . It is recommended that a power supply that is unable to an unstable system or a system that all the components on the motherboard. Definition Pin No. English 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable ...
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... (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 1 7 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 24 - One IDE connector can connect to one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for the Serial ATA and install the proper...
... (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 1 7 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 24 - One IDE connector can connect to one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for the Serial ATA and install the proper...
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... Switch) (Red) MSG(Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) (Yellow) NC ( Purple) Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) Pin 1: Power Pin 2- Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. Speaker Connector Power Switch Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED SPEAK- 20 19 SPEAK+ PWPW+ MSGMSG+ 21 NCRES+ RES- English 10) F_PANEL (Front...
... Switch) (Red) MSG(Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) (Yellow) NC ( Purple) Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) Pin 1: Power Pin 2- Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. Speaker Connector Power Switch Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED SPEAK- 20 19 SPEAK+ PWPW+ MSGMSG+ 21 NCRES+ RES- English 10) F_PANEL (Front...
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Definition 1 Power 9 1 2 Power 10 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB Dy- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB Dy+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 28 - English 14) SUR_CEN Please contact your local dealer. Pin No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your nearest dealer for optional SUR_CEN cable. ...
Definition 1 Power 9 1 2 Power 10 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB Dy- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB Dy+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 28 - English 14) SUR_CEN Please contact your local dealer. Pin No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your nearest dealer for optional SUR_CEN cable. ...
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... gently and put it aside for one minute). 3. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 30 - Re-install the battery. 4. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. English 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to the manufacturer...
... gently and put it aside for one minute). 3. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 30 - Re-install the battery. 4. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. English 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to the manufacturer...