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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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... rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website. The logo is the property of this manual may be made by GIGA-BYTE...
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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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... power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-02R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. 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...
... power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-02R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. 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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...allow screws to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. ...• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • ...
...allow screws to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. ...• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • ...
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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 ...; 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 ... brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-945GCM-S2C. Only for GA-945GCM-S2L. 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 ...; 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 ... brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-945GCM-S2C. Only for GA-945GCM-S2L. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 10 -
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... 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. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 - You must install the FSB 1333 MHz CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking.
... 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. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 - You must install the FSB 1333 MHz CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking.
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.... 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Notch Triangle Pin...
.... 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Notch Triangle Pin...
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... socket lever. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. B. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket...
... socket lever. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. B. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket...
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...above, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 -... removing the CPU cooler may adhere to remove the cooler, on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the push pins diagonally...
...above, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 -... removing the CPU cooler may adhere to remove the cooler, on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the push pins diagonally...
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...are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. If you are divided into two...memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from ...capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - It is recommended that the...
...are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. If you are divided into two...memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from ...capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - It is recommended that the...
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... are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to correctly install your memory modules in the picture on the left, place your fingers on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the socket. Hardware Installation 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to...
... are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to correctly install your memory modules in the picture on the left, place your fingers on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the socket. Hardware Installation 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to...
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...BIOS changes for your expansion card in your computer. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the ... 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. ...
...BIOS changes for your expansion card in your computer. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the ... 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. ...
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... the lower port (purple) to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port for GA-945GCM-S2L. - 19 - USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port. Do not rock it straight out from the connector...LAN port provides Internet connection at up to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect a PS/2 keyboard. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port...
... the lower port (purple) to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port for GA-945GCM-S2L. - 19 - USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port. Do not rock it straight out from the connector...LAN port provides Internet connection at up to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect a PS/2 keyboard. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port...
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... Audio." Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Refer to 100 Mbps data rate. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - Only for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Use this...
... Audio." Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Refer to 100 Mbps data rate. GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - Only for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Use this...
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... devices and 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 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 6 2 11 9 10 15 8 12 7 13 5 4 16 14 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 8) PWR_LED 9) BAT 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO...
... devices and 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 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 6 2 11 9 10 15 8 12 7 13 5 4 16 14 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 8) PWR_LED 9) BAT 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO...
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...-12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 - Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from ...the main power connector on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can withstand...
...-12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 - Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from ...the main power connector on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can withstand...
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... and possesses a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 1 GND 2 +12V CPU_FAN 3 Sense 4 Speed Control...
... and possesses a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 1 GND 2 +12V CPU_FAN 3 Sense 4 Speed Control...