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GA-EP45-UD3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-EP45U3-1101R
GA-EP45-UD3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-EP45U3-1101R
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-EP45-UD3 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-EP45-UD3 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 ...
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.... 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF In cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EP45-UD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to...
.... 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF In cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EP45-UD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to...
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GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_1 R_USB PWR_FAN LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE_LED ATX GA-EP45-UD3 USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16 CODEC PCIEX1_3 BAT SPDIF_O CI PCI1 IT8718 PCI2 SPDIF_I PCI3 CD_IN Intel® P45 IDE SYS_FAN2 Intel® ICH10 GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 TSB43AB23 FDD SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 M_BIOS B_BIOS PWR_LED CLR_CMOS COMA LPT F1_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 GSATA2_0 GSATA2_1 - 7 -
GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_1 R_USB PWR_FAN LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE_LED ATX GA-EP45-UD3 USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16 CODEC PCIEX1_3 BAT SPDIF_O CI PCI1 IT8718 PCI2 SPDIF_I PCI3 CD_IN Intel® P45 IDE SYS_FAN2 Intel® ICH10 GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 TSB43AB23 FDD SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 M_BIOS B_BIOS PWR_LED CLR_CMOS COMA LPT F1_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 GSATA2_0 GSATA2_1 - 7 -
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...x PCI Express x1 slots w 3 x PCI slots Storage Interface w South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4, SATA2_5) supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices w GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_0, GSATA2_1) supporting up to 16 GB...- TSB43AB23 chip w Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 4 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 10 -
...x PCI Express x1 slots w 3 x PCI slots Storage Interface w South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4, SATA2_5) supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices w GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_0, GSATA2_1) supporting up to 16 GB...- TSB43AB23 chip w Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 4 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 10 -
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... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 12 -
... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 12 -
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... the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. B. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches...
... the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. B. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches...
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...mode 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. Intel Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be installed in...memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 16 - The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as ...
...mode 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. Intel Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be installed in...memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 16 - The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as ...
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...: Gently push back on the lever on your card. Install the driver provided with your expansion card(s). 7. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion...
...: Gently push back on the lever on your card. Install the driver provided with your expansion card(s). 7. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion...
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... still MUST be connected to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Use this audio jack to this audio jack for line in jack. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 20 - Microphones must be connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio con- Use this jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic...
... still MUST be connected to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Use this audio jack to this audio jack for line in jack. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 20 - Microphones must be connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio con- Use this jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic...
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.../Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V 12 24 1 13 ATX GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard ATX: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Definition Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V 14 GND 15 +5V 16 GND 17 +5V 18 GND 19 Power...
.../Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V 12 24 1 13 ATX GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard ATX: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Definition Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V 14 GND 15 +5V 16 GND 17 +5V 18 GND 19 Power...
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... SATA2_3 Pin No. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. Definition SATA2_0 1 GND 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 1 4 GND SATA2_1 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 24 - Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the...
... SATA2_3 Pin No. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. Definition SATA2_0 1 GND 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 1 4 GND SATA2_1 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 24 - Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the...
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... positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. Message/Power/ Power Sleep LED Switch Speaker MSG+ MSG- The system reports system startup status by chassis. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 26 -
... positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. Message/Power/ Power Sleep LED Switch Speaker MSG+ MSG- The system reports system startup status by chassis. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 26 -
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... connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 28 - For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your expansion card.
... connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 28 - For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your expansion card.
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Definition 1 NDCD- 9 1 10 2 2 NSIN 3 NSOUT 4 NDTR- 5 GND 6 NDSR- 7 NRTS- 8 NCTS- 9 NRI- 10 No Pin GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 30 - Pin No. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Definition ...
Definition 1 NDCD- 9 1 10 2 2 NSIN 3 NSOUT 4 NDTR- 5 GND 6 NDSR- 7 NRTS- 8 NCTS- 9 NRI- 10 No Pin GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 30 - Pin No. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Definition ...
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Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one . The higher the CPU loading, the more details. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 32 - Plug in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. 23) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the ...
Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one . The higher the CPU loading, the more details. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 32 - Plug in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. 23) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the ...
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... Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 34 - The LOGO Screen (Default) B. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EP45-UD3 F7a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/02/2009-P45-ICH10-7A69PG01C-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function Keys...
... Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 34 - The LOGO Screen (Default) B. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EP45-UD3 F7a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/02/2009-P45-ICH10-7A69PG01C-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function Keys...
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... this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 36 - It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and...
... this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 36 - It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and...
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... to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) (Note) This item appears only if you to increase clock ratio by 0.5 for the installed CPU. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 38 - The item is present only if a CPU with unlocked clock ratio is installed. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. ******** Clock Chip...
... to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) (Note) This item appears only if you to increase clock ratio by 0.5 for the installed CPU. GA-EP45-UD3 Motherboard - 38 - The item is present only if a CPU with unlocked clock ratio is installed. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. ******** Clock Chip...