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GA-EX38-DS4 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-EX38DS4-1101R
GA-EX38-DS4 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-EX38DS4-1101R
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... as the exclu- For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in... product. For detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on how to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. The logo is designated by copyright laws and is 1.0. is exclusively licensed to use of...
... as the exclu- For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in... product. For detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on how to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. The logo is designated by copyright laws and is 1.0. is exclusively licensed to use of...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX38-DS4 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX38-DS4 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 ...
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... COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EX38-DS4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb.../s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield • 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.
... COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EX38-DS4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb.../s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield • 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-EX38-DS4 Motherboard Layout KB_MS RCA_SPDIF USB_1394_1 SYS_FAN1 ATX_12V_2X LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX USB_1394_2 USB_LAN1 USB_LAN2 AUDIO RTL8111B F_AUDIO PCIE_1 NB_FAN RTL8111B CODEC CD_IN PCIE_16_1 PCIE_2 PCIE_3 BP_BIOS MAIN_BIOS PCIE_16_2 Intel® X38 GA-EX38-DS4 BAT CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH9R DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 PWR_FAN FDD SATAII0 IDE SATAII1 SPDIF_O PCI1 IT8718 PCI2 LPT CI COM TPM F_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 TSB43AB23 GIGABYTE SATA2 SATAII4 PWR_LED SATAII2 SATAII3 SPDIF_IN SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL SATAII5 - 7 -
GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard Layout KB_MS RCA_SPDIF USB_1394_1 SYS_FAN1 ATX_12V_2X LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX USB_1394_2 USB_LAN1 USB_LAN2 AUDIO RTL8111B F_AUDIO PCIE_1 NB_FAN RTL8111B CODEC CD_IN PCIE_16_1 PCIE_2 PCIE_3 BP_BIOS MAIN_BIOS PCIE_16_2 Intel® X38 GA-EX38-DS4 BAT CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH9R DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 PWR_FAN FDD SATAII0 IDE SATAII1 SPDIF_O PCI1 IT8718 PCI2 LPT CI COM TPM F_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 TSB43AB23 GIGABYTE SATA2 SATAII4 PWR_LED SATAII2 SATAII3 SPDIF_IN SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL SATAII5 - 7 -
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...or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on top of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to... 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 an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •...
...or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on top of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to... 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 an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •...
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... of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for DTS... RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 10 - Support for Teaming 2 x...
... of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for DTS... RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 10 - Support for Teaming 2 x...
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... 2) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 4) The adjustable CPU voltage range depends on the CPU being used. (Note 5) Due to chipset limitation, Intel ICH9R RAID driver does not support... increment Frequency adjustments in BIOS Setup (CPU/DDR2/PCIe/FSB/(G)MCH) allow you to: - Increase FSB voltage by 0.05V to 0.35V with 0.05V increment - GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 12 - Increase PCIe voltage by 0.05V to 0.75V with 0.05V increment -
... 2) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 4) The adjustable CPU voltage range depends on the CPU being used. (Note 5) Due to chipset limitation, Intel ICH9R RAID driver does not support... increment Frequency adjustments in BIOS Setup (CPU/DDR2/PCIe/FSB/(G)MCH) allow you to: - Increase FSB voltage by 0.05V to 0.35V with 0.05V increment - GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 12 - Increase PCIe voltage by 0.05V to 0.75V with 0.05V increment -
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... and damage of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 CPU Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket Notch Notch... inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 -
... and damage of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 CPU Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket Notch Notch... inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 -
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... socket. Step 2: Remove the protective socket cover. Follow the steps below to the CPU. Step 3: Lift the metal load plate on the CPU socket. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 14 - Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU ...
... socket. Step 2: Remove the protective socket cover. Follow the steps below to the CPU. Step 3: Lift the metal load plate on the CPU socket. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 14 - Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU ...
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... pin holes on the push pins diagonally. Push down each push pin. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Inadequately...If 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 your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the...
... pin holes on the push pins diagonally. Push down each push pin. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Inadequately...If 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 your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the...
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... memory modules, it is recommended that memory of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says memory is installed. 2. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be installed in only ...double the original memory bandwidth. When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. After the memory is recommended that memory of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect ...
... memory modules, it is recommended that memory of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says memory is installed. 2. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be installed in only ...double the original memory bandwidth. When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. After the memory is recommended that memory of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect ...
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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 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Hardware...
... , 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 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Hardware...
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Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines ...below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Locate an expansion slot that came with your operating system. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your expansion card. • ...
Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines ...below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Locate an expansion slot that came with your operating system. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your expansion card. • ...
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... SATA bracket includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one SATA power cable. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to your motherboard.
... SATA bracket includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one SATA power cable. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to your motherboard.
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...Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect a PS/2 keyboard. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit ... The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 20 - 1-7 Back Panel Connectors * PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and...
...Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect a PS/2 keyboard. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit ... The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 20 - 1-7 Back Panel Connectors * PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and...
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... devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 22 - 1-8 Internal Connectors 4 1 3 23 2 7 6 12 5 22 24 9 13 15 8 21 10 18 14 19 20 4 17 16 11 9 1) ATX_12V_2X 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) NB_FAN... 17) F_1394 18) LPT 19) TPM 20) COM 21) CI 22) CLR_CMOS 23) PHASE LED 24) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard.
... devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 22 - 1-8 Internal Connectors 4 1 3 23 2 7 6 12 5 22 24 9 13 15 8 21 10 18 14 19 20 4 17 16 11 9 1) ATX_12V_2X 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) NB_FAN... 17) F_1394 18) LPT 19) TPM 20) COM 21) CI 22) CLR_CMOS 23) PHASE LED 24) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard.
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...providing a 2x4 12V and power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation... Hardware Installation Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. To prevent system instability or system's failure to all devices are properly installed. The main power connector is compatible with power ...
...providing a 2x4 12V and power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation... Hardware Installation Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. To prevent system instability or system's failure to all devices are properly installed. The main power connector is compatible with power ...
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... a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. Most fans are not configuration jumper blocks. ... the chassis. The black connector wire is the ground wire. 1 Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 24 - When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation.
... a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. Most fans are not configuration jumper blocks. ... the chassis. The black connector wire is the ground wire. 1 Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation. GA-EX38-DS4 Motherboard - 24 - When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation.