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... the Q-Flash Utility 62 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 65 4-3 EasyTune 5 ...67 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 68 Chapter 5 Appendix ...69 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 69 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio 69 5-1-2 Installing the S/PDIFOut Cable (Optional 72 5-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 74 5-1-4 Using the Sound Recorder 76 5-2 Troubleshooting 77 5-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions 77...
... the Q-Flash Utility 62 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 65 4-3 EasyTune 5 ...67 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 68 Chapter 5 Appendix ...69 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 69 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio 69 5-1-2 Installing the S/PDIFOut Cable (Optional 72 5-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 74 5-1-4 Using the Sound Recorder 76 5-2 Troubleshooting 77 5-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions 77...
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GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA CI GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C DDRII1 DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL LPT LAN VGA R_USB ATX IDE USB AUDIO F_AUDIO RTL8111C RTL8101E PCIE_1 PCIE_16 IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_O FDD Intel® 945GC BAT CLR_CMOS MBIOS SYS_FAN F_USB1F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 Only for GA-945GCM-S2C. - 7 - Only for GA-945GCM-S2L.
GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA CI GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C DDRII1 DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL LPT LAN VGA R_USB ATX IDE USB AUDIO F_AUDIO RTL8111C RTL8101E PCIE_1 PCIE_16 IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_O FDD Intel® 945GC BAT CLR_CMOS MBIOS SYS_FAN F_USB1F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 Only for GA-945GCM-S2C. - 7 - Only for GA-945GCM-S2L.
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GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface USB Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme processor/ Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo processor/Intel® Pentium...architecture Support for DDR2 667/533/400 MHz memory modules (Note 3) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge Realtek ALC662 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1-channel Support for S/PDIF Out Support for CD In ...
GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface USB Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme processor/ Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo processor/Intel® Pentium...architecture Support for DDR2 667/533/400 MHz memory modules (Note 3) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge Realtek ALC662 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1-channel Support for S/PDIF Out Support for CD In ...
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...138; 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x CD In connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x power... 1 x serial port 1 x D-Sub port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller iTE IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU/System fan...
...138; 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x CD In connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x power... 1 x serial port 1 x D-Sub port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller iTE IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU/System fan...
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.... Refer to 100 Mbps data rate. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - RJ-45 LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." The following describes the states of the... line in jack. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in jack. Microphones must be used to this audio jack for GA-945GCM-S2C. Use this jack. Only for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED Connection/Speed LED: State...
.... Refer to 100 Mbps data rate. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - RJ-45 LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." The following describes the states of the... line in jack. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in jack. Microphones must be used to this audio jack for GA-945GCM-S2C. Use this jack. Only for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED Connection/Speed LED: State...
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...8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 FAUDIO_JD 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector...the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R - 27 - 11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Hardware Installation Incorrect connection ...
...8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 FAUDIO_JD 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector...the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R - 27 - 11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Hardware Installation Incorrect connection ...
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... header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio in damage to the device. 14) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers) The headers conform to the USB bracket. Via an optional S/PDIF out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF...
... header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio in damage to the device. 14) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers) The headers conform to the USB bracket. Via an optional S/PDIF out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF...
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...and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. PnP/PCI ...menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Frequency/Voltage Control Use this task.) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, floppy disk...
...and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. PnP/PCI ...menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Frequency/Voltage Control Use this task.) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, floppy disk...
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Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to settings. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 40 - When PATA IDE Set to is dependent on the On-Chip SATA Mode and PATA IDE Set to install a 3rd party add-in ..., including USB flash drives and USB hard drives during the POST. (Default: Enabled) Azalia Codec Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Auto) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this option will turn off all of using the onboard...
Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to settings. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 40 - When PATA IDE Set to is dependent on the On-Chip SATA Mode and PATA IDE Set to install a 3rd party add-in ..., including USB flash drives and USB hard drives during the POST. (Default: Enabled) Azalia Codec Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Auto) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this option will turn off all of using the onboard...
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..., have an Internet chat, make sure the "Microsoft UAA Bus driver for High Definition Audio" has been installed from the motherboard driver disk and your system tray. HD Audio features multistreaming capabilities that support 44.1KHz/ 48KHz/ 96KHz sampling rate. Configuring Speakers: (The...out, and Center/Subwoofer speaker out. - 69 - Appendix High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to access the Audio Control Panel. A. all at the same time. Before installing the audio driver, make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. The ...
..., have an Internet chat, make sure the "Microsoft UAA Bus driver for High Definition Audio" has been installed from the motherboard driver disk and your system tray. HD Audio features multistreaming capabilities that support 44.1KHz/ 48KHz/ 96KHz sampling rate. Configuring Speakers: (The...out, and Center/Subwoofer speaker out. - 69 - Appendix High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to access the Audio Control Panel. A. all at the same time. Before installing the audio driver, make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. The ...
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... Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 70 - Step 2: Click the Audio I/O tab. Select the device according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to complete the configuration. Step 3: The pictures to an audio jack, the Connected device box appears. ...the speaker list on the left, select 2CH Speaker, 4CH Speaker, or 6CH Speaker according to the type of device you connect an audio device to the right show the 2-, 4-, 5.1-channel speaker configurations. 2-Channel Speakers: 4-Channel Speakers: Speakers or Headphones Front Speaker Out...
... Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 70 - Step 2: Click the Audio I/O tab. Select the device according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to complete the configuration. Step 3: The pictures to an audio jack, the Connected device box appears. ...the speaker list on the left, select 2CH Speaker, 4CH Speaker, or 6CH Speaker according to the type of device you connect an audio device to the right show the 2-, 4-, 5.1-channel speaker configurations. 2-Channel Speakers: 4-Channel Speakers: Speakers or Headphones Front Speaker Out...
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Muting the Back Panel Audio (For HD Audio Only): Click the tool icon on the Audio I /O tab. Activating an AC'97 Front Panel Audio Module: If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, to activate the AC'97 functionality, click the tool icon on the Audio I /O tab. On...jack detection check box. D. Click OK to complete. C. B. Click OK to complete. - 71 - Configuring Sound Effect: You may configure an audio environment on the Sound Effect tab. On the Connector Settings box, select the Mute rear panel output when front headphone plugged in check box. Appendix
Muting the Back Panel Audio (For HD Audio Only): Click the tool icon on the Audio I /O tab. Activating an AC'97 Front Panel Audio Module: If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, to activate the AC'97 functionality, click the tool icon on the Audio I /O tab. On...jack detection check box. D. Click OK to complete. C. B. Click OK to complete. - 71 - Configuring Sound Effect: You may configure an audio environment on the Sound Effect tab. On the Connector Settings box, select the Mute rear panel output when front headphone plugged in check box. Appendix
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... Out Coaxial S/PDIFOut S/PDIF out: The S/PDIF out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to the SPDIF_O header on your motherboard. Pin 1 (the red wire) of the S/PDIF out cable must align with a screw. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 72 - Installing the S/PDIF Out Cable: Step 1: First, attach the...
... Out Coaxial S/PDIFOut S/PDIF out: The S/PDIF out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to the SPDIF_O header on your motherboard. Pin 1 (the red wire) of the S/PDIF out cable must align with a screw. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 72 - Installing the S/PDIF Out Cable: Step 1: First, attach the...
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Click OK to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Appendix S/PDIF Optical Cable B. In the S/PDIF Settings dialog box, select an output sampling rate and select (or disable) the output source. Configuring S/PDIF out: Click the tool icon in the DIGITAL section. S/PDIF Coaxial Cable Step 3: Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to complete the configuration. - 73 -
Click OK to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Appendix S/PDIF Optical Cable B. In the S/PDIF Settings dialog box, select an output sampling rate and select (or disable) the output source. Configuring S/PDIF out: Click the tool icon in the DIGITAL section. S/PDIF Coaxial Cable Step 3: Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to complete the configuration. - 73 -
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...or the Line in your system tray. Step 3: Locate the Volume icon in jack on the front panel. Double-click the icon to access the Audio Control Panel. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the front panel ...and back panel cannot be used at the same time. 5-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in your system tray and click it to open the volume control panel GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 74 -
...or the Line in your system tray. Step 3: Locate the Volume icon in jack on the front panel. Double-click the icon to access the Audio Control Panel. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the front panel ...and back panel cannot be used at the same time. 5-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in your system tray and click it to open the volume control panel GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 74 -
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...not select the Mute check box under Front Pink In or Front Green In in Master Volume. In the Mixer device list, select Realtek HD Audio Input. To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process when using the microphone function on the back panel, do not select the ...choose Properties. Then set the volume at its middle level. (Note) If you cannot find the volume control options you just made. Select Realtek HD Audio Input in Master Volume, go to complete. Step 4: To hear the sound being recorded during the record- It is recommended that you wish to ...
...not select the Mute check box under Front Pink In or Front Green In in Master Volume. In the Mixer device list, select Realtek HD Audio Input. To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process when using the microphone function on the back panel, do not select the ...choose Properties. Then set the volume at its middle level. (Note) If you cannot find the volume control options you just made. Select Realtek HD Audio Input in Master Volume, go to complete. Step 4: To hear the sound being recorded during the record- It is recommended that you wish to ...
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... the Open dialog box, select the sound (.wav) file you have connected the audio input device (e.g. You may use the Fast Forward button to move to the beginning of a file or the Fast Backward button to the computer. 2. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 76 - On the File menu, choose New. 3. Front Green In, Front...
... the Open dialog box, select the sound (.wav) file you have connected the audio input device (e.g. You may use the Fast Forward button to move to the beginning of a file or the Fast Backward button to the computer. 2. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 76 - On the File menu, choose New. 3. Front Green In, Front...