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GA-945GCM-S2L/ GA-945GCM-S2C LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1007 12ME-945GCMS2-1007R
GA-945GCM-S2L/ GA-945GCM-S2C LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1007 12ME-945GCMS2-1007R
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Motherboard GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C Aug. 27, 2007 Motherboard GA-945GCM-S2L/ GA-945GCM-S2C Aug. 27, 2007
Motherboard GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C Aug. 27, 2007 Motherboard GA-945GCM-S2L/ GA-945GCM-S2C Aug. 27, 2007
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...by any means without prior notice. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. is the property of the motherboard is exclusively licensed to their respective owners. sive global distributor of this : "REV: X.X."...REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. No part of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our ...
...by any means without prior notice. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. is the property of the motherboard is exclusively licensed to their respective owners. sive global distributor of this : "REV: X.X."...REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. No part of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU ...
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... (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-02R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-945GCM-S2L or GA-945GCM-S2C motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box...
... (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-02R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-945GCM-S2L or GA-945GCM-S2C motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box...
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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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...metal leads or connectors. • It is best to the use of your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.... • If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components ...
...metal leads or connectors. • It is best to the use of your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.... • If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components ...
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.../ Intel® Pentium® 4 processor/ Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Support for Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology L2 cache ... Dual channel memory 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 ... the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-945GCM-S2C. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 10 -
.../ Intel® Pentium® 4 processor/ Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Support for Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology L2 cache ... Dual channel memory 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 ... the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-945GCM-S2C. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 10 -
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You must install the FSB 1333 MHz CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support for ... of a 1066/800 MHz FSB CPU is required if you wish to install DDR2 667 MHz memory. (Note 4) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model.
You must install the FSB 1333 MHz CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support for ... of a 1066/800 MHz FSB CPU is required if you wish to install DDR2 667 MHz memory. (Note 4) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model.
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...One Corner of the CPU Socket Notch - 13 - If you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for instructions on enabling the HT Technology.) 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware ...do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Hardware Installation It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may locate the...
...One Corner of the CPU Socket Notch - 13 - If you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for instructions on enabling the HT Technology.) 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware ...do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Hardware Installation It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may locate the...
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.... (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 -
.... (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 -
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... on the surface of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above, the installation is complete. Use extreme care when removing the ...manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the contrary,...
... on the surface of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above, the installation is complete. Use extreme care when removing the ...manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the contrary,...
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... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ... modules, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be enabled if only one memory socket as following: Channel 0: DDRII1 Channel 1: DDRII2 DDRII1 DDRII2 Due...
... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ... modules, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be enabled if only one memory socket as following: Channel 0: DDRII1 Channel 1: DDRII2 DDRII1 DDRII2 Due...
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... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the...
... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the...
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... hardware damage. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your computer. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16...is securely seated in your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Align the card with the expansion card in the slot and does ...
... hardware damage. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your computer. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16...is securely seated in your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Align the card with the expansion card in the slot and does ...
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... Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and... Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to this port for GA-945GCM-S2L. - 19 - USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification.
... Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and... Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to this port for GA-945GCM-S2L. - 19 - USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification.
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.... RJ-45 LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - Only for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED Connection/Speed LED: State Description Green 100 Mbps data rate Off 10 Mbps ...
.... RJ-45 LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - Only for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED Connection/Speed LED: State Description Green 100 Mbps data rate Off 10 Mbps ...
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..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation
..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation
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... cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the ...power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. When using a 2x10 power supply. 3 4 1 2 ATX_12V ATX_12V : Pin No. 1 ...5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 -
... cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the ...power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. When using a 2x10 power supply. 3 4 1 2 ATX_12V ATX_12V : Pin No. 1 ...5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 -
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... Each fan header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Most fans are designed with fan speed control design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 33 1 34 2 - 23 - CPU_FAN : Pin No. Before connecting... a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to the CPU ...
... Each fan header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Most fans are designed with fan speed control design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 33 1 34 2 - 23 - CPU_FAN : Pin No. Before connecting... a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to the CPU ...