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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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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. 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 -
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Only for GA-945GCM-S2L. 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 ...
Only for GA-945GCM-S2L. 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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... port provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." Refer to the instructions on setting up to 100 Mbps data rate. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in jack. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - Connection/ Speed LED...
... port provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." Refer to the instructions on setting up to 100 Mbps data rate. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in jack. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - Connection/ Speed LED...
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Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: 2 10 Pin No. 1 Definition MIC2_L Pin No. 1 Definition MIC 2 1 9 3 GND MIC2_R 2 GND 3 ... NC 7 GND 7 NC 8 No Pin 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. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R - 27 - Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will...
Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: 2 10 Pin No. 1 Definition MIC2_L Pin No. 1 Definition MIC 2 1 9 3 GND MIC2_R 2 GND 3 ... NC 7 GND 7 NC 8 No Pin 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. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R - 27 - Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will...
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... 1 (the red wire) of the S/PDIF out cable must align with pin 1 of the SPDIF_O header. Each USB 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... result in . 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF out cable, please contact the local dealer. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - Pin No.
... 1 (the red wire) of the S/PDIF out cable must align with pin 1 of the SPDIF_O header. Each USB 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... result in . 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF out cable, please contact the local dealer. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - Pin No.
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... Setup. An user password only allows you to restrict access to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - It allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in effect. Standard CMOS Features Use... CPU, 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 Configurations Use ...
... Setup. An user password only allows you to restrict access to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - It allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in effect. Standard CMOS Features Use... CPU, 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 Configurations Use ...
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GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 40 - When PATA IDE Set to is dependent on the On-Chip SATA Mode and PATA IDE Set... 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 network card instead of using the onboard... audio, set this item to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you...
GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 40 - When PATA IDE Set to is dependent on the On-Chip SATA Mode and PATA IDE Set... 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 network card instead of using the onboard... audio, set this item to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you...
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.../ 48KHz/ 96KHz sampling rate. Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides three audio jacks on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to-analog converters (DACs) that allow multiple audio streams (in your operating system has been...
.../ 48KHz/ 96KHz sampling rate. Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides three audio jacks on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to-analog converters (DACs) that allow multiple audio streams (in your operating system has been...
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... 5.1-Channel Speakers: Step 4: Everytime you wish to the type of device you connect. Then click OK to an audio jack, the Connected device box appears. Front Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 70 - Select the device according to the type of speaker configuration you connect an...
... 5.1-Channel Speakers: Step 4: Everytime you wish to the type of device you connect. Then click OK to an audio jack, the Connected device box appears. Front Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 70 - Select the device according to the type of speaker configuration you connect an...
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... plugged in check box. Click OK to complete. D. B. 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...
... plugged in check box. Click OK to complete. D. B. 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...
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...you want to output S/PDIF digital audio signals to the chassis back panel with pin 1 of the cable to the SPDIF_O header on your motherboard. Installing the S/PDIF Out Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the SPDIF_O header. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 72 - A.... Optical S/PDIF Out Coaxial S/PDIFOut S/PDIF out: The S/PDIF out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to the device.
...you want to output S/PDIF digital audio signals to the chassis back panel with pin 1 of the cable to the SPDIF_O header on your motherboard. Installing the S/PDIF Out Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the SPDIF_O header. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 72 - A.... Optical S/PDIF Out Coaxial S/PDIFOut S/PDIF out: The S/PDIF out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to the device.
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Configuring S/PDIF out: Click the tool icon in the DIGITAL section. In the S/PDIF Settings dialog box, select an output sampling rate and select (or disable) the output source. Click OK to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. S/PDIF Optical Cable B. Appendix 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 -
Configuring S/PDIF out: Click the tool icon in the DIGITAL section. In the S/PDIF Settings dialog box, select an output sampling rate and select (or disable) the output source. Click OK to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. S/PDIF Optical Cable B. Appendix 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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... to access the Audio Control Panel. Step 3: Locate the Volume icon in your system tray. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. 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...
... to access the Audio Control Panel. Step 3: Locate the Volume icon in your system tray. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. 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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... Mic Volume in Master Volume, go to Options and click Properties. Step 5: Next, while in the Mixer device list Recording Control - 75 - Select Realtek HD Audio Input in Master Volume, go to complete. It is recommended that you need in Master Volume. Select the volume control options you just made. Step... level. (Note) If you cannot find the volume control options you set the volume at a middle level. In the Mixer device list, select Realtek HD Audio Input. Do NOT mute the recording sound, or you will not hear any sound when playing back the recording you wish to show and click...
... Mic Volume in Master Volume, go to Options and click Properties. Step 5: Next, while in the Mixer device list Recording Control - 75 - Select Realtek HD Audio Input in Master Volume, go to complete. It is recommended that you need in Master Volume. Select the volume control options you just made. Step... level. (Note) If you cannot find the volume control options you set the volume at a middle level. In the Mixer device list, select Realtek HD Audio Input. Do NOT mute the recording sound, or you will not hear any sound when playing back the recording you wish to show and click...
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On the File menu, choose New. 3. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 76 - Click the Advanced button under a volume control option (e.g. Step 7: After completion, click Start, point to Programs, point to Accessories, point to Entertainment, .... Be sure to Options in Master Volume and select Advanced Controls. In the Open dialog box, select the sound (.wav) file you have connected the audio input device (e.g. Front Green In, Front Pink In). Playing the Sound: 1. microphone) to play a sound file, click the Play button . 4. Make sure you wish to...
On the File menu, choose New. 3. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 76 - Click the Advanced button under a volume control option (e.g. Step 7: After completion, click Start, point to Programs, point to Accessories, point to Entertainment, .... Be sure to Options in Master Volume and select Advanced Controls. In the Open dialog box, select the sound (.wav) file you have connected the audio input device (e.g. Front Green In, Front Pink In). Playing the Sound: 1. microphone) to play a sound file, click the Play button . 4. Make sure you wish to...