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Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-945PL-DS3/GA-945PL-S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 ... Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945PL-DS3 BIOS Ver.: F1a 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 36 2-4 Power Management Setup 39 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 41 2-6 PC Health...
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-945PL-DS3/GA-945PL-S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 ... Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945PL-DS3 BIOS Ver.: F1a 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 36 2-4 Power Management Setup 39 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 41 2-6 PC Health...
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Channel Audio Function Introduction 67 4-2 Troubleshooting 72 - 5 - Chapter 3 Install Drivers 51 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 51 3-2 SoftwareApplications 52 3-3 Driver CD Information 52 3-4 Hardware Information 53 3-5 Contact Us ...53 Chapter 4 Appendix 55 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 55 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 55 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 56 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 58 4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8-
Channel Audio Function Introduction 67 4-2 Troubleshooting 72 - 5 - Chapter 3 Install Drivers 51 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 51 3-2 SoftwareApplications 52 3-3 Driver CD Information 52 3-4 Hardware Information 53 3-5 Contact Us ...53 Chapter 4 Appendix 55 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 55 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 55 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 56 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 58 4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8-
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REV: 2.0 IT8718 GA-945PL-DS3/GA-945PL-S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN GA-945PL-DS3/GA-945PL-S3 COMA LPT ATX USB USB_LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® 945PL RTL 8111B PCIE_3 PCIE_16 DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 PWR_FAN CODEC PCIE_1 PCIE_2 CI CD_IN SYS _FAN SPDIF_IO CLR_CMOS BATTERY Intel® ICH7 PCI1 SATAII0 BIOS PCI2 SATAII1 PCI3 FDD F_USB2 SATAII2 SATAII3 IDE1 F_PANEL F_USB1 PWR_LED - 7 -
REV: 2.0 IT8718 GA-945PL-DS3/GA-945PL-S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN GA-945PL-DS3/GA-945PL-S3 COMA LPT ATX USB USB_LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® 945PL RTL 8111B PCIE_3 PCIE_16 DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 PWR_FAN CODEC PCIE_1 PCIE_2 CI CD_IN SYS _FAN SPDIF_IO CLR_CMOS BATTERY Intel® ICH7 PCI1 SATAII0 BIOS PCI2 SATAII1 PCI3 FDD F_USB2 SATAII2 SATAII3 IDE1 F_PANEL F_USB1 PWR_LED - 7 -
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Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/-(200/133 MHz) PCI Express x16 RJ45 RTL 8111B x1 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 3 PCI Express x1 PCI Bus Host Interface Intel® 945PL DDRII 400/533 MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK(200/133 MHz) BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s Intel® ATA33/66/100 ICH7 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8718 LPT Port COM Port CODEC 8 USB Ports PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 3 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) - 8 -
Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/-(200/133 MHz) PCI Express x16 RJ45 RTL 8111B x1 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 3 PCI Express x1 PCI Bus Host Interface Intel® 945PL DDRII 400/533 MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK(200/133 MHz) BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s Intel® ATA33/66/100 ICH7 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8718 LPT Port COM Port CODEC 8 USB Ports PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 3 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) - 8 -
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... temperature CPU / Power / System fan failure warning Supports CPU Smart Fan function BIOS 1 4 Mbit flash ROM Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports Download Center Supports Q-Flash Supports EasyTune(Note 2) Supports... Xpress Install Supports Xpress Recovery2 Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue Bundle Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Form Factor ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 19.3cm ...
... temperature CPU / Power / System fan failure warning Supports CPU Smart Fan function BIOS 1 4 Mbit flash ROM Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports Download Center Supports Q-Flash Supports EasyTune(Note 2) Supports... Xpress Install Supports Xpress Recovery2 Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue Bundle Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Form Factor ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 19.3cm ...
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... Pentium 4 Processor with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between the CPU and CPU cooler. 4. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set the CPU host frequency in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. Fig. 3 Notice ...HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 12 - Align the indented corner of the CPU with HT Technology - If this occurs, please change the insert ...
... Pentium 4 Processor with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between the CPU and CPU cooler. 4. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set the CPU host frequency in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. Fig. 3 Notice ...HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 12 - Align the indented corner of the CPU with HT Technology - If this occurs, please change the insert ...
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...: 1. The memory capacity used can be used is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 14 -
...: 1. The memory capacity used can be used is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 14 -
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... the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of Expansion Cards You can install your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the operating system. Installing a PCI Express x16 expansion card: ... cover. 7. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into expansion slot in the slot. 5. Install related driver from the computer. 3. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 16 -
... the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of Expansion Cards You can install your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the operating system. Installing a PCI Express x16 expansion card: ... cover. 7. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into expansion slot in the slot. 5. Install related driver from the computer. 3. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 16 -
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... No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND 10) PWR_LED The PWR_LED connector is on/off. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 22 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is connected with the...
... No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND 10) PWR_LED The PWR_LED connector is on/off. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 22 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is connected with the...
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... 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. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. English 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connectors) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector...
... 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. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. English 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connectors) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector...
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...selections for Main Menu Main Menu The on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". CONTROL KEYS Enter> Move to activate certain system features. Because... BIOS flashing is turned off, the battery on -line description of the highlighted setup function is a ...
...selections for Main Menu Main Menu The on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". CONTROL KEYS Enter> Move to activate certain system features. Because... BIOS flashing is turned off, the battery on -line description of the highlighted setup function is a ...
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...to accept or enter the sub-menu. Startup Screen: (For example: GA-945PL-DS3 BIOS Ver.: F1a) 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 ...Screen LOGO Show item on the screen. The Main Menu (For example: GA-945PL-DS3 BIOS Ver.: F1a) Once you want, press "Ctrl+F1" to access advanced options. 2. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item in this chapter are...
...to accept or enter the sub-menu. Startup Screen: (For example: GA-945PL-DS3 BIOS Ver.: F1a) 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 ...Screen LOGO Show item on the screen. The Main Menu (For example: GA-945PL-DS3 BIOS Ver.: F1a) Once you want, press "Ctrl+F1" to access advanced options. 2. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item in this chapter are...
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BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to CMOS and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all .... Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. English Standard CMOS Features This setup page includes all the items 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 onboard peripherals. ...
BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to CMOS and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all .... Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. English Standard CMOS Features This setup page includes all the items 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 onboard peripherals. ...
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... will skip the automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up . You can use one of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST(default) Select this option for automatic device detection. IDE Channel 0 Master, Slave IDE ...mode for faster system start up . Week The week, from 1999 through 2098 Time The times format in . Through Dec. For example, 1 p.m. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 32 - You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this to select this if no IDE/SATA devices ...
... will skip the automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up . You can use one of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST(default) Select this option for automatic device detection. IDE Channel 0 Master, Slave IDE ...mode for faster system start up . Week The week, from 1999 through 2098 Time The times format in . Through Dec. For example, 1 p.m. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 32 - You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this to select this if no IDE/SATA devices ...
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... is 3 mode Floppy Drive. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for all other errors. Base Memory The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of currently installed hard disk. Floppy 3 Mode Support (for a keyboard or disk error; it will stop for Japan Area)...may be detected and you All Errors will be stopped. it will stop for all other errors. Halt on the motherboard. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is detected during the POST. None 360K, 5.25" No floppy drive installed 5.25 inch PC-type standard drive;...
... is 3 mode Floppy Drive. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for all other errors. Base Memory The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of currently installed hard disk. Floppy 3 Mode Support (for a keyboard or disk error; it will stop for Japan Area)...may be detected and you All Errors will be stopped. it will stop for all other errors. Halt on the motherboard. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is detected during the POST. None 360K, 5.25" No floppy drive installed 5.25 inch PC-type standard drive;...
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...-Copyright (C) 1984-2006 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. First / Second / Third Boot Device Floppy Select your boot device priority by Floppy. USB-FDD Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 34...
...-Copyright (C) 1984-2006 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. First / Second / Third Boot Device Floppy Select your boot device priority by Floppy. USB-FDD Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 34...
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... Memory Protect (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) Disable No-Execute Memory Protect function. BIOS Setup Enabled Disabled Enable HDD S.M.A.R.T. Disable CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. If you wish to see... BIOS POST screen, set this item to "Disabled". (Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which supports ...
... Memory Protect (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) Disable No-Execute Memory Protect function. BIOS Setup Enabled Disabled Enable HDD S.M.A.R.T. Disable CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. If you wish to see... BIOS POST screen, set this item to "Disabled". (Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which supports ...
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...-Chip SATA mode to Non-Combined, SATA will auto set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave,this function will be ignored. If PATA IDE were set to ". GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 36 - Support a maximum of 4 SATA devices. On-Chip SATA Mode Disabled Auto Disable this function will auto make by the ...to Ch. 1 Master/Slave,this function. SATA Port 1/3 Set to This value will auto detect. (Default value) Combined Set On-Chip SATA mode to ". BIOS will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to Combined, you can use ; 4 SATA HDDs plus PATA HDDs. ...
...-Chip SATA mode to Non-Combined, SATA will auto set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave,this function will be ignored. If PATA IDE were set to ". GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 36 - Support a maximum of 4 SATA devices. On-Chip SATA Mode Disabled Auto Disable this function will auto make by the ...to Ch. 1 Master/Slave,this function. SATA Port 1/3 Set to This value will auto detect. (Default value) Combined Set On-Chip SATA mode to ". BIOS will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to Combined, you can use ; 4 SATA HDDs plus PATA HDDs. ...
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... Enabled Enable USB Keyboard Support. This feature will scan all USB storage devices. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function. Enabled BIOS will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to detect USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard drives... the status of the attached LAN cable. English USB Controller Enabled Enable USB Controller. (Default value) Disabled Disable USB Controller. BIOS Setup Disabled Disable USB Mouse Support. (Default value) Legacy USB storage detect This option allows users to decide whether to the ...
... Enabled Enable USB Keyboard Support. This feature will scan all USB storage devices. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function. Enabled BIOS will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to detect USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard drives... the status of the attached LAN cable. English USB Controller Enabled Enable USB Controller. (Default value) Disabled Disable USB Controller. BIOS Setup Disabled Disable USB Mouse Support. (Default value) Legacy USB storage detect This option allows users to decide whether to the ...
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... Status fields will operate at a speed of wires will show Open and the Length fields show Open, and the length shown is detected on Pair 1-2. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 38 - it will show 0.0m, as shown in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is 2E8/IRQ3. ...the boot ROM of the attached LAN cable. Example: Pair1-2 Status = Short / Length = 1.6m Explanation: A fault or short might occur at Port..... Auto BIOS will appear: Start detecting at about 1.6m on the LAN cable connected to the fault or short. When a Cable Problem Occurs... English When No LAN...
... Status fields will operate at a speed of wires will show Open and the Length fields show Open, and the length shown is detected on Pair 1-2. GA-945PL-(D)S3 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 38 - it will show 0.0m, as shown in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is 2E8/IRQ3. ...the boot ROM of the attached LAN cable. Example: Pair1-2 Status = Short / Length = 1.6m Explanation: A fault or short might occur at Port..... Auto BIOS will appear: Start detecting at about 1.6m on the LAN cable connected to the fault or short. When a Cable Problem Occurs... English When No LAN...