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... install the Infineon TPM driver and the Smart TPM utility altogether. - 4 - Click the Install button on the "Xpress Install" main menu to install it. Some motherboard driver disks include the Smart TPM utility in "Xpress Install." Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the Smart TPM Utility Before you 'll be directed... the tab at the bottom of the left pane of the selected drivers, including the Infineon TPM driver. 2.2. 2. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk.
... install the Infineon TPM driver and the Smart TPM utility altogether. - 4 - Click the Install button on the "Xpress Install" main menu to install it. Some motherboard driver disks include the Smart TPM utility in "Xpress Install." Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the Smart TPM Utility Before you 'll be directed... the tab at the bottom of the left pane of the selected drivers, including the Infineon TPM driver. 2.2. 2. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk.
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... the initialization of the TPM chip and the setups of the TPM User Password, your phone. Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn on the search and Bluetooth functions on your cell phone for pairing with your cell phone. Create a USB key: Select...
... the initialization of the TPM chip and the setups of the TPM User Password, your phone. Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn on the search and Bluetooth functions on your cell phone for pairing with your cell phone. Create a USB key: Select...
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... TPM User Password that you set "Security Chip" to let Smart TPM re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn off or reset your computer when a USB key is being created. • If you enter the TPM User Password incorrectly...
... TPM User Password that you set "Security Chip" to let Smart TPM re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn off or reset your computer when a USB key is being created. • If you enter the TPM User Password incorrectly...
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... Install All button. "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system. Method 1: Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM Utility To use GIGABYTE's Ultra TPM, ensure that the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility have been installed in your system and list all of...
... Install All button. "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system. Method 1: Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM Utility To use GIGABYTE's Ultra TPM, ensure that the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility have been installed in your system and list all of...
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GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-EP43DS3R-1004R
GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-EP43DS3R-1004R
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Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008
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...manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. No part of this manual is protected by copyright laws and is exclusively ...specifications and features in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Copyright...
...manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. No part of this manual is protected by copyright laws and is exclusively ...specifications and features in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Copyright...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 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 ... 60 2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password 61 2-13 Save & Exit Setup 62 2-14 Exit Without Saving 62 2-15 Security Chip Configuration (Note 63 Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 4 -
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 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 ... 60 2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password 61 2-13 Save & Exit Setup 62 2-14 Exit Without Saving 62 2-15 Security Chip Configuration (Note 63 Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 4 -
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...01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3R or GA-EP43-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O ...Shield Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain...
...01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3R or GA-EP43-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O ...Shield Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain...
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GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED USB_1394_1 ATX R_USB GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCI1 Intel® P43 FDD PWR_FAN DDR2_3 CLR_CMOS DDR2_4 SYS_FAN2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 SPDIF_I CODEC PCI2 SPDIF_O ... IT8213 TPM IC (Note) TSB43AB23 CI F_USB2 F_USB1 BAT M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 COMA LPT F_PANEL F1_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-EP43-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3R.
GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED USB_1394_1 ATX R_USB GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCI1 Intel® P43 FDD PWR_FAN DDR2_3 CLR_CMOS DDR2_4 SYS_FAN2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 SPDIF_I CODEC PCI2 SPDIF_O ... IT8213 TPM IC (Note) TSB43AB23 CI F_USB2 F_USB1 BAT M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 COMA LPT F_PANEL F1_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-EP43-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3R.
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... Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an ... any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the user. • If you do not ...
... Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an ... any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the user. • If you do not ...
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...16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In.../100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (Note 2) (The PCI ...
...16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In.../100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (Note 2) (The PCI ...
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GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.... supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) This feature is optional due to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows XP/Vista 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical...
GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.... supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) This feature is optional due to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows XP/Vista 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical...
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... turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance...
... turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance...
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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-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU ... always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. B. Before installing the CPU, make sure to the CPU. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one ...
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-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU ... always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. B. Before installing the CPU, make sure to the CPU. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one ...
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... sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above, the installation is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the... the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push ...
... sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above, the installation is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the... the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push ...
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... DDR2 memory module is operating in Dual Channel mode/performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of different capacity..., the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you begin to be populated and remain in Flex Memory Mode will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/...
... DDR2 memory module is operating in Dual Channel mode/performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of different capacity..., the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you begin to be populated and remain in Flex Memory Mode will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/...
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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. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory module. Hardware Installation Notch DDR2 DIMM A DDR2...
... , 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. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory module. Hardware Installation Notch DDR2 DIMM A DDR2...
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... inserted into the PCI Express slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x4 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to ...Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Align the card with your operating system. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the chassis back panel. 2. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Make sure the metal...
... inserted into the PCI Express slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x4 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to ...Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Align the card with your operating system. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the chassis back panel. 2. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Make sure the metal...
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... supply. nector on Step 5: the bracket. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on your motherboard. the external SATA con- 1-6 Installing the SATA Bracket The SATA bracket allows you only need to the power connector on the bracket. Step 3: Step 4: Connect... SATA Connector Power Connector External SATA Connector The SATA bracket includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one SATA power cable. Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 19 - Connect the other ends of the external enclosure.
... supply. nector on Step 5: the bracket. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on your motherboard. the external SATA con- 1-6 Installing the SATA Bracket The SATA bracket allows you only need to the power connector on the bracket. Step 3: Step 4: Connect... SATA Connector Power Connector External SATA Connector The SATA bracket includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one SATA power cable. Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 19 - Connect the other ends of the external enclosure.