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... 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 41 2-6 PC Health Status 42 2-7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I /O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945P-DS3 BIOS Ver. Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the...
... 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 41 2-6 PC Health Status 42 2-7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I /O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945P-DS3 BIOS Ver. Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the...
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Chapter 3 Install Drivers 49 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 49 3-2 SoftwareApplications 50 3-3 Driver CD Information 50 3-4 Hardware Information 51 3-5 Contact Us ...51 Chapter 4 Appendix 53 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 53 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 53 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 54 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 56 4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction 60 4-2 Troubleshooting 65 - 5 -
Chapter 3 Install Drivers 49 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 49 3-2 SoftwareApplications 50 3-3 Driver CD Information 50 3-4 Hardware Information 51 3-5 Contact Us ...51 Chapter 4 Appendix 53 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 53 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 53 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 54 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 56 4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction 60 4-2 Troubleshooting 65 - 5 -
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GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA LPT GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 USB USB LAN ATX F_AUDIO AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® 945P RTL8111B CODEC CI IT8718 PCIE_16 PCIE_3 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 CD_IN SPDIF_IO SYS_FAN CLR_CMOS BATTERY Intel® ICH7 PWR_FAN SATAII0 SATAII2 BIOS SATAII1 SATAII3 IDE1 PWR_LED F_PANEL FDD F_USB1 F_USB2 - 7 -
GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA LPT GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 USB USB LAN ATX F_AUDIO AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® 945P RTL8111B CODEC CI IT8718 PCIE_16 PCIE_3 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 CD_IN SPDIF_IO SYS_FAN CLR_CMOS BATTERY Intel® ICH7 PWR_FAN SATAII0 SATAII2 BIOS SATAII1 SATAII3 IDE1 PWR_LED F_PANEL FDD F_USB1 F_USB2 - 7 -
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...) LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/-(266/200/133 MHz) PCI Express x16 LAN RJ45 RTL8111B Host Interface DDRII 667(Note)/533/400 MHz DIMM Intel® 945P Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (266/200/133 MHz) PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 x1 PCIe CLK Intel® (100 MHz) ICH7 3 PCI Express... x1 PCI Bus CODEC BIOS ATA 33/66/100 IDE Channel 4 SATA 3Gb/s IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side...
...) LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/-(266/200/133 MHz) PCI Express x16 LAN RJ45 RTL8111B Host Interface DDRII 667(Note)/533/400 MHz DIMM Intel® 945P Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (266/200/133 MHz) PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 x1 PCIe CLK Intel® (100 MHz) ICH7 3 PCI Express... x1 PCI Bus CODEC BIOS ATA 33/66/100 IDE Channel 4 SATA 3Gb/s IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side...
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...138; CPU/System/Power fan failure warning CPU smart fan control BIOS 1 4 Mbit flash ROM Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports Download Center Supports Q-Flash Supports EasyTune... (Note 3) Supports Xpress Install Supports Xpress Recovery2 Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue Bundle Software Norton Internet Security (OEM revision) Form Factor ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 19.3cm (Note...
...138; CPU/System/Power fan failure warning CPU smart fan control BIOS 1 4 Mbit flash ROM Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports Download Center Supports Q-Flash Supports EasyTune... (Note 3) Supports Xpress Install Supports Xpress Recovery2 Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue Bundle Software Norton Internet Security (OEM revision) Form Factor ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 19.3cm (Note...
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...the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 CPU with the CPU specifications. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set the CPU host frequency in accordance with HT Technology - Align the indented corner of ... comply with the following platform components: - Please set beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 - HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for the peripherals. If this occurs,...
...the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 CPU with the CPU specifications. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set the CPU host frequency in accordance with HT Technology - Align the indented corner of ... comply with the following platform components: - Please set beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 - HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for the peripherals. If this occurs,...
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....2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to prevent hardware damage. 3. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - A memory module can only fit in only one direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure...
....2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to prevent hardware damage. 3. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - A memory module can only fit in only one direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure...
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... the steps outlined below: 1. Make sure your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. 3. Install related driver from BIOS. 8. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace your expansion card by the latch at the end of the PCI Express x16...BIOS utility of expansion card from the operating system. Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. When you try uninstall the VGA card, please gently press the latch as the picture to the left shows to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. GA-945P-DS3...
... the steps outlined below: 1. Make sure your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. 3. Install related driver from BIOS. 8. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace your expansion card by the latch at the end of the PCI Express x16...BIOS utility of expansion card from the operating system. Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. When you try uninstall the VGA card, please gently press the latch as the picture to the left shows to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. GA-945P-DS3...
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Pin No. Definition 1 MPD+ 1 2 MPD- 3 MPD- GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to work properly. 7 1 SATAII0 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP ...
Pin No. Definition 1 MPD+ 1 2 MPD- 3 MPD- GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to work properly. 7 1 SATAII0 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP ...
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... the cable and connector will make the device unable to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. 2 10 1 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power(5V) Power(5V) USB DXUSB ...Pin NC 16) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to work or even damage it. Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - English 15) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector.
... the cable and connector will make the device unable to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. 2 10 1 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power(5V) Power(5V) USB DXUSB ...Pin NC 16) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to work or even damage it. Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - English 15) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector.
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... Main Menu Main Menu The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the motherboard. If you to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup...
... Main Menu Main Menu The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the motherboard. If you to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup...
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... select among the items and press to select the first boot device. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - Startup Screen: English :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu : POST Screen Press the TAB key to see BIOS POST screen. (To show the BIOS POST screen at system startup, refer to the instructions on the Full...
... select among the items and press to select the first boot device. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - Startup Screen: English :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu : POST Screen Press the TAB key to see BIOS POST screen. (To show the BIOS POST screen at system startup, refer to the instructions on the Full...
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.... Load Optimized Defaults Optimized Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in standard compatible BIOS. Advanced BIOS Features This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features. Integrated Peripherals This setup page includes all ...the items of Green function features. PnP/PCI Configurations This setup page includes all CMOS value changes and exit setup. - 31 - BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system. Save & Exit Setup Save CMOS value settings to Setup. Set...
.... Load Optimized Defaults Optimized Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in standard compatible BIOS. Advanced BIOS Features This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features. Integrated Peripherals This setup page includes all ...the items of Green function features. PnP/PCI Configurations This setup page includes all CMOS value changes and exit setup. - 31 - BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system. Save & Exit Setup Save CMOS value settings to Setup. Set...
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...BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST(default) None Select this if no IDE/SATA devices are used and the system will skip the automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up . IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE/SATA Device Setup. IDE/SATA Device Setup. For example, 1 p.m. GA-945P-DS3...the automatic detection step and allow for automatic device detection. Manual User can use one of the two methods: Auto Allows BIOS to set the access mode for automatic device detection. You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this to ...
...BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST(default) None Select this if no IDE/SATA devices are used and the system will skip the automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up . IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE/SATA Device Setup. IDE/SATA Device Setup. For example, 1 p.m. GA-945P-DS3...the automatic detection step and allow for automatic device detection. Manual User can use one of the two methods: Auto Allows BIOS to set the access mode for automatic device detection. You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this to ...
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...the system. Halt on The category determines whether the computer will not stop for a keyboard or disk error; All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will stop for all other errors. it will be prompted. Floppy 3 Mode Support (for...Diskette The system boot will stop for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive A is 3 mode Floppy Drive. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is Enabled). 720K, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 720K byte capacity 1.44M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44M ...
...the system. Halt on The category determines whether the computer will not stop for a keyboard or disk error; All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will stop for all other errors. it will be prompted. Floppy 3 Mode Support (for...Diskette The system boot will stop for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive A is 3 mode Floppy Drive. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is Enabled). 720K, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 720K byte capacity 1.44M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44M ...
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... Priority Select boot sequence for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - If you install a processor which supports this function. English 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device...
... Priority Select boot sequence for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - If you install a processor which supports this function. English 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device...
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...CPU Hyper Threading. If you install a processor which supports this function. - 35 - Virtualization Technology (Note) Enabled Enable Virtualization Technology. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function. BIOS Setup CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. (Default value) Disable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. Enabled...like NT4. to 3(Note) Enabled Disabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to "Disabled". (Note) This item will show up when you wish to see BIOS POST screen, set this feature is installed.
...CPU Hyper Threading. If you install a processor which supports this function. - 35 - Virtualization Technology (Note) Enabled Enable Virtualization Technology. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function. BIOS Setup CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. (Default value) Disable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. Enabled...like NT4. to 3(Note) Enabled Disabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to "Disabled". (Note) This item will show up when you wish to see BIOS POST screen, set this feature is installed.
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...Ch. 1 Master/Slave. If PATA IDE were set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave,this function will auto set to Non-Combined, SATA will be simulated to ". GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - Support a maximum of 4 SATA devices. PATA IDE Set to Ch.1 Master/Slave Ch.0 Master/Slave Set PATA IDE to USB Controller USB...SATA Port 0/2 Set to SATA Port 1/3 Set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. On-Chip SATA Mode Disabled Auto Disable this function. PATA devices will be ignored. BIOS will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to PATA mode. Set PATA IDE to Ch. 0 Master/Slave. (Default...
...Ch. 1 Master/Slave. If PATA IDE were set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave,this function will auto set to Non-Combined, SATA will be simulated to ". GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - Support a maximum of 4 SATA devices. PATA IDE Set to Ch.1 Master/Slave Ch.0 Master/Slave Set PATA IDE to USB Controller USB...SATA Port 0/2 Set to SATA Port 1/3 Set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. On-Chip SATA Mode Disabled Auto Disable this function. PATA devices will be ignored. BIOS will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to PATA mode. Set PATA IDE to Ch. 0 Master/Slave. (Default...
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...Mouse Support. (Default value) Legacy USB storage detect This option allows users to decide whether to the fault or short. Enabled BIOS will scan all four pairs of wires will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to detect USB storage devices, including ...USB flash drives and USB hard drives during POST. BIOS Setup Pair1-2 Status = Open Pair3-6 Status = Open Pair4-5 Status = Open Pair7-8 Status = Open / Length = / Length = / Length = / Length = 0.0m 0....
...Mouse Support. (Default value) Legacy USB storage detect This option allows users to decide whether to the fault or short. Enabled BIOS will scan all four pairs of wires will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to detect USB storage devices, including ...USB flash drives and USB hard drives during POST. BIOS Setup Pair1-2 Status = Open Pair3-6 Status = Open Pair4-5 Status = Open Pair7-8 Status = Open / Length = / Length = / Length = / Length = 0.0m 0....
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... LAN chip. Disabled Disable this function. When a Cable Problem Occurs... Enabled Enable this function. (Default value) Onboard Serial Port 1 Auto BIOS will show Short and the length shown will appear: Start detecting at about 1.6m on the LAN cable connected to a Gigabit hub or .... Parallel Port Mode SPP Using Parallel port as Standard Parallel Port. (Default value) EPP Using Parallel port as ECP & EPP mode. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 - English When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... If a cable problem occurs on a specified pair of the attached LAN...
... LAN chip. Disabled Disable this function. When a Cable Problem Occurs... Enabled Enable this function. (Default value) Onboard Serial Port 1 Auto BIOS will show Short and the length shown will appear: Start detecting at about 1.6m on the LAN cable connected to a Gigabit hub or .... Parallel Port Mode SPP Using Parallel port as Standard Parallel Port. (Default value) EPP Using Parallel port as ECP & EPP mode. GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 - English When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... If a cable problem occurs on a specified pair of the attached LAN...