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GA-945GCM-S2 GA-945GCMX-S2 Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme dual-core / CoreTM 2 Duo / Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 6602 12ME-945CMX2R-6602R * 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-945GCM-S2 GA-945GCMX-S2 Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme dual-core / CoreTM 2 Duo / Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 6602 12ME-945CMX2R-6602R * 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 Contents ItemChecklist ...7 OptionalAccessories ...7 GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout 8 GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout 9 Block Diagram ...10 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary ...1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 18 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 19 1-7 Connectors Introduction 20 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GCMX-S2 BIOS Ver. : F5a 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 42 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations...
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...7 OptionalAccessories ...7 GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout 8 GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout 9 Block Diagram ...10 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary ...1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 18 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 19 1-7 Connectors Introduction 20 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GCMX-S2 BIOS Ver. : F5a 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 42 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations...
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GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA775 IT8718 COMA LPT VGA GA-945GCMX-S2 ATX R_USB LAN USB AUDIO SYS_FAN F_AUDIO Intel® 945 DDRII1 DDRII2 IDE FDD PCIE_16 RTL8110SC PCI1 SATAII0 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 PCI2 Intel® ICH7 PCIE_4 BIOS CODEC CD_IN COMB SPDIF_IO F_USB1 F_USB2 BATTERY CLR_CMOS CI PWR_LED F_PANEL - 8 -
GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA775 IT8718 COMA LPT VGA GA-945GCMX-S2 ATX R_USB LAN USB AUDIO SYS_FAN F_AUDIO Intel® 945 DDRII1 DDRII2 IDE FDD PCIE_16 RTL8110SC PCI1 SATAII0 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 PCI2 Intel® ICH7 PCIE_4 BIOS CODEC CD_IN COMB SPDIF_IO F_USB1 F_USB2 BATTERY CLR_CMOS CI PWR_LED F_PANEL - 8 -
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GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA775 IT8718 COMA LPT VGA GA-945GCM-S2 ATX R_USB LAN USB AUDIO SYS_FAN F_AUDIO PCIE_16 RTL8110SC CODEC CD_IN COMB SPDIF_IO Intel® 945 DDRII1 DDRII2 IDE FDD PCI1 SATAII0 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 PCI2 Intel® ICH7 PCI3 BIOS F_USB1 F_USB2 BATTERY CLR_CMOS CI PWR_LED F_PANEL - 9 -
GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA775 IT8718 COMA LPT VGA GA-945GCM-S2 ATX R_USB LAN USB AUDIO SYS_FAN F_AUDIO PCIE_16 RTL8110SC CODEC CD_IN COMB SPDIF_IO Intel® 945 DDRII1 DDRII2 IDE FDD PCI1 SATAII0 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 PCI2 Intel® ICH7 PCI3 BIOS F_USB1 F_USB2 BATTERY CLR_CMOS CI PWR_LED F_PANEL - 9 -
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You must install the FSB 1333 MHz CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking. Only for GA-945GCM-S2. - 10 - Only for GA-945GCMX-S2. Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(333(Note 1) /266/200/133 MHz) Host Interface DDRII 667/533 ...
You must install the FSB 1333 MHz CoreTM 2 CPU with 1333 MHz FSB through overclocking. Only for GA-945GCM-S2. - 10 - Only for GA-945GCMX-S2. Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(333(Note 1) /266/200/133 MHz) Host Interface DDRII 667/533 ...
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...; 1 S/PDIF In/Out connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 ports by cables 1 COMB connector 1 Chassis Intrusion connector 1 power LED connector Only for GA-945GCM-S2. Only for GA-945GCMX-S2. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 12 -
...; 1 S/PDIF In/Out connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 ports by cables 1 COMB connector 1 Chassis Intrusion connector 1 power LED connector Only for GA-945GCM-S2. Only for GA-945GCMX-S2. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 12 -
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Please make sure the CPU cooler is installed on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 14 - If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU socket. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set beyond the ...
Please make sure the CPU cooler is installed on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 14 - If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU socket. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set beyond the ...
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... memory module can be installed in one direction. Then push it down. Reverse the installation steps when you are designed so that the memory used . 2. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 16 - Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. If you wish to insert the module, please switch the direction. The memory capacity used can...
... memory module can be installed in one direction. Then push it down. Reverse the installation steps when you are designed so that the memory used . 2. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 16 - Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. If you wish to insert the module, please switch the direction. The memory capacity used can...
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... Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due to the limitation of memory bus will not be used. - 17 - English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-945GCMX-S2/GA-945GCM-S2 supports the Dual Channel Technology. The GA-945GCMX-S2/GA-945GCM-S2 includes 2 DIMM sockets. Hardware Installation
... Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due to the limitation of memory bus will not be used. - 17 - English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-945GCMX-S2/GA-945GCM-S2 supports the Dual Channel Technology. The GA-945GCMX-S2/GA-945GCM-S2 includes 2 DIMM sockets. Hardware Installation
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... prevent damage to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card. 6. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the expansion slot in the slot. 5. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 18 - Disconnect your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from its power source and read the expansion card's installation manual before installing...
... prevent damage to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card. 6. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the expansion slot in the slot. 5. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 18 - Disconnect your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from its power source and read the expansion card's installation manual before installing...
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... Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 8) PWR_LED 9) BATTERY 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) CD_IN 13) SPDIF_IO 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 15) COMB 16) CLR_CMOS 17) CI GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 20 - English MIC In The default MIC In jack.
... Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 8) PWR_LED 9) BATTERY 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) CD_IN 13) SPDIF_IO 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 15) COMB 16) CLR_CMOS 17) CI GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 20 - English MIC In The default MIC In jack.
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... design. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The types of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector. 34 33 2 1 GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 22 - Most coolers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB and 2.88 MB.
... design. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The types of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector. 34 33 2 1 GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 22 - Most coolers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB and 2.88 MB.
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Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- 9) BATTERY GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard Danger of used batteries according to indicate whether the system is on the computer. - 24 - If you can use a metal object to erase CMOS... 1. ...
Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- 9) BATTERY GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard Danger of used batteries according to indicate whether the system is on the computer. - 24 - If you can use a metal object to erase CMOS... 1. ...
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... about the software settings. 12) CD_IN (CD IN Connector) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to this connector. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 26 - For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer. 10 9 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET...
... about the software settings. 12) CD_IN (CD IN Connector) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to this connector. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 26 - For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer. 10 9 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET...
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... 15) COMB (COMB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of this header. To clear CMOS, temporarily short the two pins. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 28 - Default doesn't include the jumper to its default values by this header. Check the pin assignments while you connect the COMB cable.
... 15) COMB (COMB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of this header. To clear CMOS, temporarily short the two pins. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 28 - Default doesn't include the jumper to its default values by this header. Check the pin assignments while you connect the COMB cable.
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...Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... 1. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 32 - If you don't find the settings you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. Boot Menu == Select a ... LS120 Hard Disk CDROM ZIP USB-FDD USB-ZIP USB-CDROM USB-HDD LAN KL:Move Enter :Accept ESC:Exit The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GCMX-S2 BIOS Ver. : F5a) Once you want, press "Ctrl+F1" to accept . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item in this menu. Award Modular BIOS...
...Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... 1. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 32 - If you don't find the settings you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. Boot Menu == Select a ... LS120 Hard Disk CDROM ZIP USB-FDD USB-ZIP USB-CDROM USB-HDD LAN KL:Move Enter :Accept ESC:Exit The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GCMX-S2 BIOS Ver. : F5a) Once you want, press "Ctrl+F1" to accept . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item in this menu. Award Modular BIOS...
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... Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE devices setup. You can manually input the correct settings. Extended IDE Drive You can use one of currectly installed hard drive. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 34 - Access Mode Use this option for faster system start up . Week The week, from 2000 through 2099 Time The times format in...
... Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE devices setup. You can manually input the correct settings. Extended IDE Drive You can use one of currectly installed hard drive. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 34 - Access Mode Use this option for faster system start up . Week The week, from 2000 through 2099 Time The times format in...