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...on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to the ...the property of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual are legally registered to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. „ For instructions on how to their respective owners. Copyright © 2008 ...
...on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to the ...the property of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual are legally registered to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. „ For instructions on how to their respective owners. Copyright © 2008 ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...7 OptionalItems...7 GA-G31M-S2L/GA-G31M-S2C Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU... Memory 19 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 20 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-7 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 37 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 39 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 42 2-6 Power Management Setup 45 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 47 2-8 PC Health Status...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...7 OptionalItems...7 GA-G31M-S2L/GA-G31M-S2C Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU... Memory 19 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 20 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-7 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 37 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 39 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 42 2-6 Power Management Setup 45 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 47 2-8 PC Health Status...
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... 56 3-3 Driver CD Information 56 3-4 Hardware Information 57 3-5 Contact Us ...57 Chapter 4 Unique Features 59 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 59 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 69 Chapter 5 Appendix ...71 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 71 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio 71...
... 56 3-3 Driver CD Information 56 3-4 Hardware Information 57 3-5 Contact Us ...57 Chapter 4 Unique Features 59 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 59 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 69 Chapter 5 Appendix ...71 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 71 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio 71...
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Only for GA-G31M-S2L. Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x1 LAN RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 RTL8111C RTL8102E PCI Express .../266/200 MHz) Intel® ICH7 CODEC BIOS ATA-100/66/33 IDE Channel 4 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB Ports IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) MIC(Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line-Out(Front Speaker Out) Line-In(Rear Speaker Out) SPDIF Out Only for GA-G31M-S2C. - 9 -
Only for GA-G31M-S2L. Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x1 LAN RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 RTL8111C RTL8102E PCI Express .../266/200 MHz) Intel® ICH7 CODEC BIOS ATA-100/66/33 IDE Channel 4 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB Ports IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) MIC(Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line-Out(Front Speaker Out) Line-In(Rear Speaker Out) SPDIF Out Only for GA-G31M-S2C. - 9 -
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... Š CPU temperature detection Š CPU/System fan speed detection Š CPU overheating warning Š CPU/System fan fail warning Š CPU fan speed control BIOS Š 1 x 4 Mbit flash Š Use of licensed AWARD...
... Š CPU temperature detection Š CPU/System fan speed detection Š CPU overheating warning Š CPU/System fan fail warning Š CPU fan speed control BIOS Š 1 x 4 Mbit flash Š Use of licensed AWARD...
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... GB during system startup. (Note 2) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Š Support for @BIOS Š Support for Download Center Š Support for Q-Flash Š Support for EasyTune (Note 2) Š Support for Xpress Install Š Support for Xpress Recovery2 Š... Virtual DualBIOS Š Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Š Support for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 -
... GB during system startup. (Note 2) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Š Support for @BIOS Š Support for Download Center Š Support for Q-Flash Š Support for EasyTune (Note 2) Š Support for Xpress Install Š Support for Xpress Recovery2 Š... Virtual DualBIOS Š Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Š Support for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 -
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...if only one DDR2 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before...design. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is installed. 2. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be used . GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you begin to ...
...if only one DDR2 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before...design. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is installed. 2. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be used . GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you begin to ...
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...expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Make sure the metal contacts on the top...with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card in your expansion card(s). 7. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always ...
...expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Make sure the metal contacts on the top...with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card in your expansion card(s). 7. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always ...
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... accordance with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the power cord and restart your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Turn off . System Status LED S0 On...
... accordance with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the power cord and restart your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Turn off . System Status LED S0 On...
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...LED keeps blinking when S1 Blinking the system is operating. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the pin assignments... and etc. If a problem is detected at system startup. The system reports system startup status by chassis. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (IDE Hard Drive Activity LED...
...LED keeps blinking when S1 Blinking the system is operating. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the pin assignments... and etc. If a problem is detected at system startup. The system reports system startup status by chassis. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (IDE Hard Drive Activity LED...
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...from the jumper. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn off your computer, be sure to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 16) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This ...Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to clear the CMOS values (e.g. 15) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper ...
...from the jumper. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn off your computer, be sure to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 16) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This ...Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to clear the CMOS values (e.g. 15) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper ...
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... this chapter or introductions of the BIOS Setup program. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that allows...to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. • BIOS will emit a beep code during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Its major functions include conducting the...
... this chapter or introductions of the BIOS Setup program. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that allows...to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. • BIOS will emit a beep code during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Its major functions include conducting the...
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..., Award Software, Inc. Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive... back up arrow key < > or the down arrow key< > to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. Intel G31 BIOS for G31M-S2L D9a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 08/21/2007-G31-ICH7-6A79OG0VC-00 Function Keys Function Keys...
..., Award Software, Inc. Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive... back up arrow key < > or the down arrow key< > to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. Intel G31 BIOS for G31M-S2L D9a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 08/21/2007-G31-ICH7-6A79OG0VC-00 Function Keys Function Keys...
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... arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-G31M-S2L D9a) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software ` Standard CMOS Features ` Advanced BIOS Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` PC Health Status ` MB ... Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the submenu. • If...
... arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-G31M-S2L D9a) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software ` Standard CMOS Features ` Advanced BIOS Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` PC Health Status ` MB ... Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the submenu. • If...
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... and date, hard drive types, floppy disk drive types, and the type of errors that stop the system boot, etc. „ Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. „ Integrated ... system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you to make changes in BIOS Setup. „ Set User Password Change, set , or disable password. You can create up to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 -
... and date, hard drive types, floppy disk drive types, and the type of errors that stop the system boot, etc. „ Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. „ Integrated ... system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you to make changes in BIOS Setup. „ Set User Password Change, set , or disable password. You can create up to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 -
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... Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the two methods below : • Auto • None • Manual Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this channel. Access Mode Sets... date. IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to autodetect the parameters of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set to set the time. IDE Channel...
... Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the two methods below : • Auto • None • Manual Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this channel. Access Mode Sets... date. IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to autodetect the parameters of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set to set the time. IDE Channel...
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... but stop for all other errors. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Head Number of extended memory. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will not stop for any error. Extended Memory The amount of heads. If you...mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will stop for all other errors. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 38 - The following fields display your system. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Cylinder Number of sectors. Drive A Allows you to...
... but stop for all other errors. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Head Number of extended memory. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will not stop for any error. Extended Memory The amount of heads. If you...mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will stop for all other errors. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 38 - The following fields display your system. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Cylinder Number of sectors. Drive A Allows you to...
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...] [Setup] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [PCI] [Enable If No Ext PEG] [8MB+1~2MB for entering the BIOS Setup program. Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the minus key (or ) to...exit this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. BIOS Setup 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device ...
...] [Setup] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [PCI] [Enable If No Ext PEG] [8MB+1~2MB for entering the BIOS Setup program. Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the minus key (or ) to...exit this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. BIOS Setup 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device ...
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...), 1MB+1~2MB for GTT. - 41 - PCI Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default) Onboard Sets the onboard VGA as the first display. BIOS Setup MS-DOS, for example, will use only this item to set up a dual view configuration, set this memory for display. Init Display First Specifies...
...), 1MB+1~2MB for GTT. - 41 - PCI Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default) Onboard Sets the onboard VGA as the first display. BIOS Setup MS-DOS, for example, will use only this item to set up a dual view configuration, set this memory for display. Init Display First Specifies...
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...-Chip SATA Mode is selected. Disabled Disables the integrated IDE controller when Non-Combined is set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave. Only for GA-G31M-S2L. Auto Lets BIOS set to Combined. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 42 - Combined allows a maximum of 4 ATA devices to be automatically set SATA devices to operate in PATA mode. Ch.0 Master...
...-Chip SATA Mode is selected. Disabled Disables the integrated IDE controller when Non-Combined is set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave. Only for GA-G31M-S2L. Auto Lets BIOS set to Combined. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 42 - Combined allows a maximum of 4 ATA devices to be automatically set SATA devices to operate in PATA mode. Ch.0 Master...
