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... of the motherboard is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of documentations: For detailed product information, carefully...
... of the motherboard is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of documentations: For detailed product information, carefully...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP45-UD3R/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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP45-UD3R/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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
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GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme processor/ Intel® ... - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 101 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 the internal IEEE 1394a header) 1 Only for GA-EP45-UD3R. 2 Only for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD iTE IT8718...
GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme processor/ Intel® ... - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 101 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 the internal IEEE 1394a header) 1 Only for GA-EP45-UD3R. 2 Only for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD iTE IT8718...
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...the CPU: • Make sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the ..., etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the CPU. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
...the CPU: • Make sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the ..., etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the CPU. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
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...memory module can be used . (Go to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. DS/SS - - GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 16 - If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be populated and remain in only one DDR2 memory module is recommended that the...guidelines before installing the memory to be enabled if only one direction. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode/performance.
...memory module can be used . (Go to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. DS/SS - - GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 16 - If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be populated and remain in only one DDR2 memory module is recommended that the...guidelines before installing the memory to be enabled if only one direction. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode/performance.
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...connector provides digital audio out to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State... the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital coaxial audio. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS...
...connector provides digital audio out to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State... the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital coaxial audio. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS...
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... to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 17) F1_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header, Gray) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 30 - 16) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow) The headers conform to IEEE 1394a specification. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power...
... to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 17) F1_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header, Gray) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 30 - 16) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow) The headers conform to IEEE 1394a specification. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power...
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... components. CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the CPU host frequency. For a 1333 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications.
... components. CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the CPU host frequency. For a 1333 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications.
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... The default is Auto. Disabled sets the CPU voltage following Intel specifications. (Default: Disabled) CPU Vcore The default is Auto. CPU Reference The default is Auto. >>> MCH/ICH MCH Core The default is Auto. MCH Reference The default is Auto. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 46 - Enabling this feature adjusts Vdroop, keeping the CPU...
... The default is Auto. Disabled sets the CPU voltage following Intel specifications. (Default: Disabled) CPU Vcore The default is Auto. CPU Reference The default is Auto. >>> MCH/ICH MCH Core The default is Auto. MCH Reference The default is Auto. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 46 - Enabling this feature adjusts Vdroop, keeping the CPU...
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... installed on the hard drive. Extended Memory The amount of cylinders. Total Memory The total amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 48 - Drive A Allows you to autodetect the parameters of the device during the POST for an error during the POST. All Errors All... boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but stop for faster system startup. Halt On Allows you to manually enter the specifications of heads. Allows you to None. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode.
... installed on the hard drive. Extended Memory The amount of cylinders. Total Memory The total amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 48 - Drive A Allows you to autodetect the parameters of the device during the POST for an error during the POST. All Errors All... boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but stop for faster system startup. Halt On Allows you to manually enter the specifications of heads. Allows you to None. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode.
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... Southbridge) 2 Configures the SATA controllers integrated in Legacy IDE mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to operate in the Intel ICH10 Southbridge to...in the Intel ICH10R Southbridge or configures the SATA controllers to install operating systems that support Native mode. 1 Only for GA-EP45-UD3R. 2 Only for GA-EP45-UD3. (Note) Supported on Windows Vista operating system only. 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008...
... Southbridge) 2 Configures the SATA controllers integrated in Legacy IDE mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to operate in the Intel ICH10 Southbridge to...in the Intel ICH10R Southbridge or configures the SATA controllers to install operating systems that support Native mode. 1 Only for GA-EP45-UD3R. 2 Only for GA-EP45-UD3. (Note) Supported on Windows Vista operating system only. 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008...
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...Part 4-5 and Part 7-8 are not used in the figure above. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to a Gigabit hub or a 10/100 Mbps hub, the following message will show ... you to decide whether to AHCI mode. RAID/IDE Enables RAID for the SATA controller integrated in the GIGABYTE SATA 2 chip or configures the SATA controller to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. ... at a normal speed of 10/100/1000 Mbps in PATA mode) GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 54 - When No LAN Cable Is Attached...
...Part 4-5 and Part 7-8 are not used in the figure above. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to a Gigabit hub or a 10/100 Mbps hub, the following message will show ... you to decide whether to AHCI mode. RAID/IDE Enables RAID for the SATA controller integrated in the GIGABYTE SATA 2 chip or configures the SATA controller to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. ... at a normal speed of 10/100/1000 Mbps in PATA mode) GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 54 - When No LAN Cable Is Attached...
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... which the system will be effective. The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. (Note) Supported on a specific day in a month. Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set to Password. Note: When... password when Power On by Keyboard is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm : Set the time at a specific time on each day or on Windows Vista operating system only. - 57 -
... which the system will be effective. The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. (Note) Supported on a specific day in a month. Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set to Password. Note: When... password when Power On by Keyboard is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm : Set the time at a specific time on each day or on Windows Vista operating system only. - 57 -
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... fan speed control function. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 60 - Enabled allows the CPU fan to run at full speed. (Default: Auto) CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to the CPU temperature. This item is configurable only if CPU Smart FAN Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may...
... fan speed control function. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 60 - Enabled allows the CPU fan to run at full speed. (Default: Auto) CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to the CPU temperature. This item is configurable only if CPU Smart FAN Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may...
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... in Windows environment. The HW Monitor tab allows you to be changed linearly based on a specific slot to specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 78 - Smart Fan Advance Mode allows the CPU fan speed to monitor hardware temperature, voltage and fan speed and set . 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported.
... in Windows environment. The HW Monitor tab allows you to be changed linearly based on a specific slot to specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. GA-EP45-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 78 - Smart Fan Advance Mode allows the CPU fan speed to monitor hardware temperature, voltage and fan speed and set . 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported.
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... in Master Volume, go to the Options menu and then choose Properties. Select the volume control options you just made. (Note) Based on the audio specifications, to adjust the recording sound, use the Recording option to complete. Step 4: To hear the sound being recorded during the record- ing process when using...
... in Master Volume, go to the Options menu and then choose Properties. Select the volume control options you just made. (Note) Based on the audio specifications, to adjust the recording sound, use the Recording option to complete. Step 4: To hear the sound being recorded during the record- ing process when using...