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GA-8I945P Pro/ GA-8I945P-G Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1005 12ME-8I945PP-1005 * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
GA-8I945P Pro/ GA-8I945P-G Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1005 12ME-8I945PP-1005 * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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Motherboard GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G Apr. 18, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G Apr. 18, 2005
Motherboard GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G Apr. 18, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G Apr. 18, 2005
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Table of Contents GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G 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 ...Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-7 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-8 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : GA-8I945P Pro F2a 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 36 2-4 Power Management Setup 39 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 41 2-6 PC Health Status 42...
Table of Contents GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G 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 ...Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-7 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-8 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : GA-8I945P Pro F2a 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 36 2-4 Power Management Setup 39 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 41 2-6 PC Health Status 42...
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Channel Audio Function Introduction 77 4-2 Troubleshooting 81 Only for GA-8I945P Pro. - 5 - Chapter 3 Install Drivers 51 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 51 3-2 SoftwareApplications 52 3-3 Driver CD Information 52 3-4 Hardware Information 53 3-5 Contact Us ...53 Chapter 4 Appendix 55 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 55 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 56 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 57 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 59 4-1-4 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction 70 4-1-5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8-
Channel Audio Function Introduction 77 4-2 Troubleshooting 81 Only for GA-8I945P Pro. - 5 - Chapter 3 Install Drivers 51 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 51 3-2 SoftwareApplications 52 3-3 Driver CD Information 52 3-4 Hardware Information 53 3-5 Contact Us ...53 Chapter 4 Appendix 55 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 55 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 56 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 57 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 59 4-1-4 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction 70 4-1-5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8-
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Only for GA-8I945P Pro. GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN COAXIAL LGA775 ATX OPTICAL PWR_FAN LPT LAN COMA GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) R_USB USB FDD AUDIO1 AUDIO2 F_AUDIO Intel 945P Broadcom 5789 CD_IN CODEC IT8712 NB_FAN PCIE_16 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 Main BIOS Back BIOS ICH7R / ICH7 PCI1 TSB82AA2 PCI2 SATAII0 IT8212 SATAII1 DDRII1 DDRII2 SATAII2 SATAII3 DDRII3 DDRII4 IDE1 IDE3 IDE2 SYS_FAN PCI3 TSB81BA3 BAT F_USB GREEN_USB F1_1394 F2_1394 CI SPDIF_I F_PANEL RF_ID PWR_LED (Optional) CLR_CMOS Only for GA-8I945P-G. - 7 -
Only for GA-8I945P Pro. GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN COAXIAL LGA775 ATX OPTICAL PWR_FAN LPT LAN COMA GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) R_USB USB FDD AUDIO1 AUDIO2 F_AUDIO Intel 945P Broadcom 5789 CD_IN CODEC IT8712 NB_FAN PCIE_16 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 Main BIOS Back BIOS ICH7R / ICH7 PCI1 TSB82AA2 PCI2 SATAII0 IT8212 SATAII1 DDRII1 DDRII2 SATAII2 SATAII3 DDRII3 DDRII4 IDE1 IDE3 IDE2 SYS_FAN PCI3 TSB81BA3 BAT F_USB GREEN_USB F1_1394 F2_1394 CI SPDIF_I F_PANEL RF_ID PWR_LED (Optional) CLR_CMOS Only for GA-8I945P-G. - 7 -
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... In SPDIF Out PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 667 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800/1066MHz FSB processor . Only for GA-8I945P-G. - 8 - Only for GA-8I945P Pro.
... In SPDIF Out PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 667 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800/1066MHz FSB processor . Only for GA-8I945P-G. - 8 - Only for GA-8I945P Pro.
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...(10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 RJ 45 port Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems (Note 1) For further CPU support information, please go to GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) Due to 4GB memory) (Note 2) Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM Supports dual channel DDR II 667(Note 3)/533/400 DIMM 1...architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. Only for GA-8I945P-G. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 10 - Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems 2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), compatible with...
...(10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 RJ 45 port Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems (Note 1) For further CPU support information, please go to GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) Due to 4GB memory) (Note 2) Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM Supports dual channel DDR II 667(Note 3)/533/400 DIMM 1...architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. Only for GA-8I945P-G. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 10 - Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems 2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), compatible with...
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... EasyTune 5 Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE/FSB) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 22.0cm Only for GA-8I945P Pro. - 11 - Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) ; Hardware Installation MIC ; English Onboard Audio On-Board SATA 3Gb...
... EasyTune 5 Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE/FSB) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 22.0cm Only for GA-8I945P Pro. - 11 - Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) ; Hardware Installation MIC ; English Onboard Audio On-Board SATA 3Gb...
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.... Chipset: An Intel® Chipset that the system bus frequency be set beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 12 - HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of the following conditions: 1.
.... Chipset: An Intel® Chipset that the system bus frequency be set beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 12 - HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of the following conditions: 1.
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...comply with the following conditions: 1. Memory modules are unable to the top of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used. 2. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 14 - The memory capacity used is recommended that memory of the fan, carefully use a screwdriver to dislodge the extension... damage. 3. The motherboard supports DDR II memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Only for GA-8I945P Pro. Fig.2 Once the fan is disconnected. It is supported by the motherboard. Notch DDR II Firmly press down until it...
...comply with the following conditions: 1. Memory modules are unable to the top of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used. 2. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 14 - The memory capacity used is recommended that memory of the fan, carefully use a screwdriver to dislodge the extension... damage. 3. The motherboard supports DDR II memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Only for GA-8I945P Pro. Fig.2 Once the fan is disconnected. It is supported by the motherboard. Notch DDR II Firmly press down until it...
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.... After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of the DIMM sockets to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following is installed. 2. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR II 1, DDR II 2 Channel B : DDR...SS DS/SS DDR II 3 DS/SS X DS/SS DDR II 4 X DS/SS DS/SS - 15 - Dual Channel Memory Configuration GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) supports the Dual Channel Technology. Hardware Installation Reverse the installation steps when you wish to the limitation of the same color. Then push it ...
.... After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of the DIMM sockets to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following is installed. 2. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR II 1, DDR II 2 Channel B : DDR...SS DS/SS DDR II 3 DS/SS X DS/SS DDR II 4 X DS/SS DS/SS - 15 - Dual Channel Memory Configuration GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) supports the Dual Channel Technology. Hardware Installation Reverse the installation steps when you wish to the limitation of the same color. Then push it ...
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... slot and press firmly down on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS. 8. Replace the screw to release the card. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 16 - English 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards You can install your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. 3. Install related driver from...
... slot and press firmly down on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS. 8. Replace the screw to release the card. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 16 - English 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards You can install your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. 3. Install related driver from...
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... 15 16 20 11 12 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) PWR_FAN 6) NB_FAN 7) FDD 8) IDE1/IDE2/IDE3 9) SATAII0 / SATAII1 / SATAII2 / SATAII3 10) F_AUDIO Only for GA-8I945P Pro. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) - 18 - Please refer to the de- Only microphones still MUST be reconfigured to Side...
... 15 16 20 11 12 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) PWR_FAN 6) NB_FAN 7) FDD 8) IDE1/IDE2/IDE3 9) SATAII0 / SATAII1 / SATAII2 / SATAII3 10) F_AUDIO Only for GA-8I945P Pro. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) - 18 - Please refer to the de- Only microphones still MUST be reconfigured to Side...
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...PWR_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin (only for GA-8I945P Pro. The black connector wire is GND) Pin No. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. Please remember to connect... the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 20 - Caution! Definition 1 +12V 2 GND 1 Only for CPU_FAN) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design....
...PWR_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin (only for GA-8I945P Pro. The black connector wire is GND) Pin No. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. Please remember to connect... the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 20 - Caution! Definition 1 +12V 2 GND 1 Only for CPU_FAN) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design....
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... 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 Line Out (R) 6 NC 7 NC 8 No Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC By default, the audio driver is configured to 300MB/s transfer rate. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 22 - To connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, please refer to this connector. If you connect the front panel audio...
... 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 Line Out (R) 6 NC 7 NC 8 No Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC By default, the audio driver is configured to 300MB/s transfer rate. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 22 - To connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, please refer to this connector. If you connect the front panel audio...
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...) CD_IN (CD IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to work or even damage it. Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 Power 1 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 24 - For optional SPDIF cable, please contact your device has digital output function. Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IN connector. Definition 1 CD...
...) CD_IN (CD IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to work or even damage it. Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 Power 1 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 24 - For optional SPDIF cable, please contact your device has digital output function. Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IN connector. Definition 1 CD...
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... careful with the polarity of the IEEE1394 connector. The GREEN_USB connector provides no standby power when system is shut down the standby power(note) for GA-8I945P Pro. 1 F1_1394 2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 15 10 9 Definition TPA2+ TPA2GND GND TPB2+ TPB2No Pin Power Power GND 2 Power 3 TPA0+ 4 TPA0- 5 GND 6 GND 7 TPB0+ 8 TPB0- 9 Power 10...
... careful with the polarity of the IEEE1394 connector. The GREEN_USB connector provides no standby power when system is shut down the standby power(note) for GA-8I945P Pro. 1 F1_1394 2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 15 10 9 Definition TPA2+ TPA2GND GND TPB2+ TPB2No Pin Power Power GND 2 Power 3 TPA0+ 4 TPA0- 5 GND 6 GND 7 TPB0+ 8 TPB0- 9 Power 10...
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..., Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your nearest dealer for the optional GIGABYTE external device. Pin No. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Pin No. Please contact your system to use extra function. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 26 - English 17) RF_ID This connector allows you connect the...
..., Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your nearest dealer for the optional GIGABYTE external device. Pin No. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Pin No. Please contact your system to use extra function. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 26 - English 17) RF_ID This connector allows you connect the...
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... Menu The on , pushing the button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you wish to upgrade to pop up BIOS for GA-8I945P Pro. - 29 - Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes General help... configure required settings or to select item Select Item Main Menu - Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Press F1 to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". To exit the Help Window press . Only for the first ...
... Menu The on , pushing the button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you wish to upgrade to pop up BIOS for GA-8I945P Pro. - 29 - Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes General help... configure required settings or to select item Select Item Main Menu - Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Press F1 to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". To exit the Help Window press . Only for the first ...