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GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-8I915PDG-1002
GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-8I915PDG-1002
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Motherboard GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Jan. 13, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Jan. 13, 2005
Motherboard GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Jan. 13, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Jan. 13, 2005
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Table of Contents GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout 6 Block Diagram ...7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ...
Table of Contents GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout 6 Block Diagram ...7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ...
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GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout DDRII_1 DDR1 DDRII_2 DDR2 PWR_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 ATX SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CPU_FAN LPT COMA GA-8I915P Dual Graphic IDE1 R_USB LAN USB AUDIO1 AUDIO2 CD_IN BAT AZALIA_FP Marvell 8001 PCIE_1 SW1 NB_FAN Backup Main BIOS BIOS Intel 915P PCIE_16_1 PCIE_16_2 FDD SYS_FAN ICH6R CLR_CMOS CODEC IT8712 F_USB2 PCI1 SATA3 F_PANEL F_USB1 PCI2 VT6410 TSB43AB23 PCI3 IDE3 F1_1394 IDE2 IR F2_1394 SATA2 SATA1 PWR_LED SATA0 - 6 -
GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout DDRII_1 DDR1 DDRII_2 DDR2 PWR_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 ATX SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CPU_FAN LPT COMA GA-8I915P Dual Graphic IDE1 R_USB LAN USB AUDIO1 AUDIO2 CD_IN BAT AZALIA_FP Marvell 8001 PCIE_1 SW1 NB_FAN Backup Main BIOS BIOS Intel 915P PCIE_16_1 PCIE_16_2 FDD SYS_FAN ICH6R CLR_CMOS CODEC IT8712 F_USB2 PCI1 SATA3 F_PANEL F_USB1 PCI2 VT6410 TSB43AB23 PCI3 IDE3 F1_1394 IDE2 IR F2_1394 SATA2 SATA1 PWR_LED SATA0 - 6 -
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...138; 2 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1) Supports 2.5V DDR DIMM Supports dual channel DDR 400/333 DIMM 2 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1) ...Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM Supports dual channel DDR II 600(Note 2)/533/400 DIMM (Note: Mixed mode, populating DDR and DDR II memory modules simultaneously is...the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 10 - For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for HDD.
...138; 2 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1) Supports 2.5V DDR DIMM Supports dual channel DDR 400/333 DIMM 2 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1) ...Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM Supports dual channel DDR II 600(Note 2)/533/400 DIMM (Note: Mixed mode, populating DDR and DDR II memory modules simultaneously is...the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 10 - For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for HDD.
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... Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 12 - English 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following platform components: ... properly. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the edge of heat sink paste between your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Avoid twisting or bending motions that the system bus frequency be set the frequency beyond hardware...
... Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 12 - English 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following platform components: ... properly. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the edge of heat sink paste between your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Avoid twisting or bending motions that the system bus frequency be set the frequency beyond hardware...
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... following conditions: 1. Then push it down. It is switched off to lock the DIMM module. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 14 - Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to prevent hardware damage. 3. DDR Notch DDR II Fig.1 The DIMM...
... following conditions: 1. Then push it down. It is switched off to lock the DIMM module. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 14 - Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to prevent hardware damage. 3. DDR Notch DDR II Fig.1 The DIMM...
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...not supported. - 15 - Due to chipset limitation, if you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color. The following is a Dual Channel Memory configuration table: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side) 2 memory modules DDR 1 DS/SS DDR 2 DS/SS OR 2... is recommended to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please follow the guidelines below for Dual Channel memory configuration. 1. English Dual Channel DDR/DDR II The GA-8I915P Dual Graphic supports the Dual Channel Technology. Hardware Installation When the Dual Channel Technology is installed. 2. Dual Channel mode will not be...
...not supported. - 15 - Due to chipset limitation, if you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color. The following is a Dual Channel Memory configuration table: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side) 2 memory modules DDR 1 DS/SS DDR 2 DS/SS OR 2... is recommended to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please follow the guidelines below for Dual Channel memory configuration. 1. English Dual Channel DDR/DDR II The GA-8I915P Dual Graphic supports the Dual Channel Technology. Hardware Installation When the Dual Channel Technology is installed. 2. Dual Channel mode will not be...
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...sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in conjunction with two PCI Express graphics cards that are based on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of the expansion card. 6. The GA-8I915P Dual Graphic will allow a four-monitor configuration(Quad View) when used in the slot. 5. English...the end of the PCI Express x 16 slot when you try to secure the slot bracket of expansion card from the operating system. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 16 - Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace the screw to install/Uninstall the VGA card. Power on...
...sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in conjunction with two PCI Express graphics cards that are based on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of the expansion card. 6. The GA-8I915P Dual Graphic will allow a four-monitor configuration(Quad View) when used in the slot. 5. English...the end of the PCI Express x 16 slot when you try to secure the slot bracket of expansion card from the operating system. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 16 - Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace the screw to install/Uninstall the VGA card. Power on...
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...the SW1 to OFF. Multiple display support for increasing productivity Multiple display support for immersive video / gaming experience Before you begin Understanding Dual Graphic Dip Switch (SW1)-Between the first and second PCIE x 16 slots, you want to set all of the four pins to... ON but the PCIE_1 slot will depend on dedicated screens. Installing a device to four separate monitors. With Quad View technology from GIGABYTE, Dual Graphic enabled motherboards offer multiple display support on the SW1 settings. You need a power supply that supplies 400w (or above) and 25A (...
...the SW1 to OFF. Multiple display support for increasing productivity Multiple display support for immersive video / gaming experience Before you begin Understanding Dual Graphic Dip Switch (SW1)-Between the first and second PCIE x 16 slots, you want to set all of the four pins to... ON but the PCIE_1 slot will depend on dedicated screens. Installing a device to four separate monitors. With Quad View technology from GIGABYTE, Dual Graphic enabled motherboards offer multiple display support on the SW1 settings. You need a power supply that supplies 400w (or above) and 25A (...
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...slot, set all of the four pins of the Dual Graphic dip switch (SW1). 1 234 Step 2: Install your graphics card to PEG2 if the card is to set the Init Display First item to PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2 slots. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 18 - English Enabling Quad View Mode-Step... 1: Follow the steps below to see how to the user's manual for your graphics card. Step 3: Graphics Cards Driver Setting For detailed information about how to ...
...slot, set all of the four pins of the Dual Graphic dip switch (SW1). 1 234 Step 2: Install your graphics card to PEG2 if the card is to set the Init Display First item to PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2 slots. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 18 - English Enabling Quad View Mode-Step... 1: Follow the steps below to see how to the user's manual for your graphics card. Step 3: Graphics Cards Driver Setting For detailed information about how to ...
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... 9 17 16 10 11) PWR_LED 12) F_PANEL 13) AZALIA_FP 14) CD_IN 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) IR 18) CLR_CMOS 19) BAT 20) SW1 GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 20 - You can use audio software to this connector. English Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Connect the Center/Subwoofer channels to this connector.
... 9 17 16 10 11) PWR_LED 12) F_PANEL 13) AZALIA_FP 14) CD_IN 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) IR 18) CLR_CMOS 19) BAT 20) SW1 GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 20 - You can use audio software to this connector. English Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Connect the Center/Subwoofer channels to this connector.
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... cable is the ground wire (GND). Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. Definition 1 1 +12V 2 GND GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 22 - Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires.
... cable is the ground wire (GND). Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. Definition 1 1 +12V 2 GND GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 22 - Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires.
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It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 11) PWR_LED PWR_LED is on/off. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 24 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is connect with the system power indicator to work properly. Pin No. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- English 10) SATA0/SATA1/SATA2/SATA3 (Serial ATA Connector) Serial ATA can provide 150MB/s transfer rate. Pin No.
It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 11) PWR_LED PWR_LED is on/off. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 24 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is connect with the system power indicator to work properly. Pin No. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- English 10) SATA0/SATA1/SATA2/SATA3 (Serial ATA Connector) Serial ATA can provide 150MB/s transfer rate. Pin No.
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... 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC HD Audio is supported to connect HD(High Definition) Audio and AC'97 Audio. Pin No. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 26 - For optional audio panel cable, please contact your local dealer. 10 9 2 1 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET Line2_R FSENSE1...
... 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC HD Audio is supported to connect HD(High Definition) Audio and AC'97 Audio. Pin No. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 26 - For optional audio panel cable, please contact your local dealer. 10 9 2 1 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET Line2_R FSENSE1...
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Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 28 - Pin No. Definition 1 Power 2 No Pin 1 3 IR RX 4 GND 5 IR TX 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to prevent from improper use this jumper. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional IR device. English 17) IR Be careful with the polarity of the IR connector while you connect the IR.
Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 28 - Pin No. Definition 1 Power 2 No Pin 1 3 IR RX 4 GND 5 IR TX 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to prevent from improper use this jumper. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional IR device. English 17) IR Be careful with the polarity of the IR connector while you connect the IR.
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... the power cord. 2.Remove the battery, wait for 30 second. 3.Re-install the battery. 4.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 20) SW1 (Dual Graphic Dip Switch) If you want to the manufacturer's instructions. Hardware Installation Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of... used batteries according to use the PCIE_1 slot, set all of them to ON If you want to use the PCIE_16_2 slot or 1 2 3 4 enable the Dual Graphic fuction, set all of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
... the power cord. 2.Remove the battery, wait for 30 second. 3.Re-install the battery. 4.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 20) SW1 (Dual Graphic Dip Switch) If you want to the manufacturer's instructions. Hardware Installation Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of... used batteries according to use the PCIE_1 slot, set all of them to ON If you want to use the PCIE_16_2 slot or 1 2 3 4 enable the Dual Graphic fuction, set all of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
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...: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept or enter the sub-menu. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic...
...: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept or enter the sub-menu. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic...
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... 24-hour military-time clock. The time is 13:00:00. You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this information. Through Dec. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 34 - to 31 (or the maximum allowed in the month) 1999 to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is , , , . to set the access mode...
... 24-hour military-time clock. The time is 13:00:00. You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this information. Through Dec. GA-8I915P Dual Graphic Motherboard - 34 - to 31 (or the maximum allowed in the month) 1999 to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is , , , . to set the access mode...