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GA-8I945PMF Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8I945PMF-1003 * 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-8I945PMF Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8I945PMF-1003 * 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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Table of Content GA-8I945PMF 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 Content GA-8I945PMF 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-8I945PMF Motherboard Layout COMA LPT KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN IT8712F RF_ID ATX COMB GA-8I945PMF USB USB 1394 LAN AUDIO1 AUDIO2 F_AUDIO PCIE_16 PCI1 Marvell 8053 PCI2 CD_IN PCIE_1 CODEC SPDIF_IO Intel 945P DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 IDE FDD BIOS SATAII2_3 ICH7 BATTERY TSB43AB23 SATAII0_1 CI SYS_FAN F1_1394 F2_1394 GREEN_USB F_USB CLR_CMOS PWR_LED F_PANEL - 6 -
GA-8I945PMF Motherboard Layout COMA LPT KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN IT8712F RF_ID ATX COMB GA-8I945PMF USB USB 1394 LAN AUDIO1 AUDIO2 F_AUDIO PCIE_16 PCI1 Marvell 8053 PCI2 CD_IN PCIE_1 CODEC SPDIF_IO Intel 945P DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 IDE FDD BIOS SATAII2_3 ICH7 BATTERY TSB43AB23 SATAII0_1 CI SYS_FAN F1_1394 F2_1394 GREEN_USB F_USB CLR_CMOS PWR_LED F_PANEL - 6 -
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...3) To use a DDRII 667 memory module 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 dual channel DDRII 667(Note 3)/533/400 DIMM Supports 1.8V DDR II ... operating systems 1 FDD connection, allows connection of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots ...
...3) To use a DDRII 667 memory module 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 dual channel DDRII 667(Note 3)/533/400 DIMM Supports 1.8V DDR II ... operating systems 1 FDD connection, allows connection of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots ...
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... your computer system requires all of the following conditions: 1. Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 12 - Please make sure that might cause damage to the upright position. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the processor specifications. Avoid twisting...
... your computer system requires all of the following conditions: 1. Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 12 - Please make sure that might cause damage to the upright position. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the processor specifications. Avoid twisting...
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... be inserted only in one direction. Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of similar capacity, specifications and brand be installed in one direction. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 14 - If you wish to insert the module, please switch the direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Reverse the...
... be inserted only in one direction. Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of similar capacity, specifications and brand be installed in one direction. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 14 - If you wish to insert the module, please switch the direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Reverse the...
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English Dual Channel DDR II GA-8I945PMF supports the Dual Channel Technology. We'll strongly recommend our user to slot two DDR II memory modules into the DIMMs with the same color ... Technology, the bandwidth of Intel chipset specifications. 1. Dual channel memory cannot function if both DDR II memory modules are installed, please use dual channel memory. GA-8I945PMF includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR II 1, DDR II 2 Channel B : DDR II 3, DDR II 4 If you want...
English Dual Channel DDR II GA-8I945PMF supports the Dual Channel Technology. We'll strongly recommend our user to slot two DDR II memory modules into the DIMMs with the same color ... Technology, the bandwidth of Intel chipset specifications. 1. Dual channel memory cannot function if both DDR II memory modules are installed, please use dual channel memory. GA-8I945PMF includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR II 1, DDR II 2 Channel B : DDR II 3, DDR II 4 If you want...
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Remove your expansion card by the small white-drawable bar. Replace your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined below: 1. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 16 - Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Be sure the metal contacts on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of ...
Remove your expansion card by the small white-drawable bar. Replace your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined below: 1. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 16 - Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Be sure the metal contacts on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of ...
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... audio setup steps for detailed software configuration information. 1-7 Connectors Introduction 1 3 17 2 9 11 14 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0_1 / SATAII2_3 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO GA-8I945PMF Motherboard 4 13 5 6 7 18 15 16 12 10 8 10) PWR_LED 11) CD_IN 12) GREEN_USB/F_USB 13) F1_1394 / F2_1394 14) SPDIF_IO 15) CI 16) CLR_CMOS 17) RF_ID...
... audio setup steps for detailed software configuration information. 1-7 Connectors Introduction 1 3 17 2 9 11 14 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0_1 / SATAII2_3 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO GA-8I945PMF Motherboard 4 13 5 6 7 18 15 16 12 10 8 10) PWR_LED 11) CD_IN 12) GREEN_USB/F_USB 13) F1_1394 / F2_1394 14) SPDIF_IO 15) CI 16) CLR_CMOS 17) RF_ID...
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Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to the pin1 position. 34 33 GA-8I945PMF Motherboard 2 1 - 20 - Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +12V ...
Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to the pin1 position. 34 33 GA-8I945PMF Motherboard 2 1 - 20 - Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +12V ...
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... assignment below. Pin 3: NC Pin 4: Data(-) Open: Normal Close: Reset Hardware System Open: Normal Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) NC GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 22 - Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED Power Switch Speaker Connector SPEAK-
... assignment below. Pin 3: NC Pin 4: Data(-) Open: Normal Close: Reset Hardware System Open: Normal Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) NC GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 22 - Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED Power Switch Speaker Connector SPEAK-
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... polarity of the front USB connector. English 11) CD_IN (CD IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to wake up from S3 mode. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 24 - Check the pin assignments carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will not light on...
... polarity of the front USB connector. English 11) CD_IN (CD IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to wake up from S3 mode. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 24 - Check the pin assignments carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will not light on...
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To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to prevent from improper use this jumper. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to enable or disable the "Case Open" item in BIOS, if the system case begin remove. Pin No. English 15) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short :Clear CMOS GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 26 -
To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to prevent from improper use this jumper. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to enable or disable the "Case Open" item in BIOS, if the system case begin remove. Pin No. English 15) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short :Clear CMOS GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 26 -
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Please Load Optimized Defaults in best performance configuration. Set Supervisor Password Change, set, or disable password. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to the default for stability. Standard CMOS Features This setup page includes ...
Please Load Optimized Defaults in best performance configuration. Set Supervisor Password Change, set, or disable password. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to the default for stability. Standard CMOS Features This setup page includes ...
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... The week, from 1999 through 2098 Time The times format in the month) < Ye a r > 1999 to 31 (or maximum allowed in . For example, 1 p.m. Through Dec. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 32 -
... The week, from 1999 through 2098 Time The times format in the month) < Ye a r > 1999 to 31 (or maximum allowed in . For example, 1 p.m. Through Dec. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 32 -
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... system. This is typically 512K for systems with 512K memory installed on the motherboard, or 640K for a disk error; it will stop for a keyboard error; GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 34 - All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be prompted. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not...
... system. This is typically 512K for systems with 512K memory installed on the motherboard, or 640K for a disk error; it will stop for a keyboard error; GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 34 - All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be prompted. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not...
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...-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enabled Enables No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) Disabled Disables No-Execute Memory Protect function. Please note that this function. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 36 - to 3 Enabled Disabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4.
...-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enabled Enables No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) Disabled Disables No-Execute Memory Protect function. Please note that this function. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 36 - to 3 Enabled Disabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4.
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... Support. (Default value) USB Mouse Support Enabled Disabled Enable USB Mouse Support. English USB Controller Enabled Enable USB Controller. (Default value) Disabled Disable USB Controller. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 38 -
... Support. (Default value) USB Mouse Support Enabled Disabled Enable USB Mouse Support. English USB Controller Enabled Enable USB Controller. (Default value) Disabled Disable USB Controller. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 38 -
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... is pressed less than 4 sec. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Double Click Double click on PS/2 mouse left button to power on the system. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 40 - PME Event Wake Up Disabled Enabled Disable this function. Press power button 4 sec. English 2-4 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2005...
... is pressed less than 4 sec. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Double Click Double click on PS/2 mouse left button to power on the system. GA-8I945PMF Motherboard - 40 - PME Event Wake Up Disabled Enabled Disable this function. Press power button 4 sec. English 2-4 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2005...