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GA-G31M-S2L/ GA-G31M-S2C LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1103 12ME-G31MS2L-1103R
GA-G31M-S2L/ GA-G31M-S2C LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1103 12ME-G31MS2L-1103R
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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 Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 15 1-3-2 Installing ...
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 Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 15 1-3-2 Installing ...
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Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-02R) - 7 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-G31M-S2L or GA-G31M-S2C motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables 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.
Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-02R) - 7 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-G31M-S2L or GA-G31M-S2C motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables 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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CI CLR_CMOS GA-G31M-S2L/GA-G31M-S2C DDRII1 DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL GA-G31M-S2L/GA-G31M-S2C Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA LPT LAN VGA R_USB ATX IDE USB AUDIO F_AUDIO RTL8111C RTL8102E PCIE_1 PCIE_16 IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_O FDD Intel® G31 BAT MBIOS SYS_FAN F_USB1F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 Only for GA-G31M-S2C. - 8 - Only for GA-G31M-S2L.
CI CLR_CMOS GA-G31M-S2L/GA-G31M-S2C DDRII1 DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL GA-G31M-S2L/GA-G31M-S2C Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA LPT LAN VGA R_USB ATX IDE USB AUDIO F_AUDIO RTL8111C RTL8102E PCIE_1 PCIE_16 IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_O FDD Intel® G31 BAT MBIOS SYS_FAN F_USB1F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 Only for GA-G31M-S2C. - 8 - Only for GA-G31M-S2L.
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GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 - Only for GA-G31M-S2L. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics ...® Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1333/1066/800 MHz...memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge Realtek ALC662 codec ...
GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 - Only for GA-G31M-S2L. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics ...® Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1333/1066/800 MHz...memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge Realtek ALC662 codec ...
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... PC architecture, a certain amount of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 -
... PC architecture, a certain amount of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 -
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... touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with..., 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.
... touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with..., 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.
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... (Go to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - A memory module can be used . After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips ...memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet...
... (Go to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - A memory module can be used . After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips ...memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet...
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... PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your operating system. Make sure the metal contacts on your expansion card(s). 7. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure the card is fully ...is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5....
... PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your operating system. Make sure the metal contacts on your expansion card(s). 7. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure the card is fully ...is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5....
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... connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this port for GA-G31M-S2L. - 21 - USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port. RJ-45 LAN Port The...
... connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this port for GA-G31M-S2L. - 21 - USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port. RJ-45 LAN Port The...
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... default line out jack. Microphones must be used to this jack. Only for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack for GA-G31M-S2C. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. Refer to 100 Mbps data rate. The following describes ... audio jack for line in jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 - RJ-45 LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1-channel...
... default line out jack. Microphones must be used to this jack. Only for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack for GA-G31M-S2C. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. Refer to 100 Mbps data rate. The following describes ... audio jack for line in jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 - RJ-45 LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1-channel...
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...Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 24 - Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the... power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If a power supply is compatible with power supplies with 2x10 power connectors. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V...
...Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 24 - Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the... power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If a power supply is compatible with power supplies with 2x10 power connectors. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V...
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... drives and optical drives. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 1 SATAII3 7 1 SATAII2 7 1 7 1 SATAII1 SATAII0 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 26 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
... drives and optical drives. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 1 SATAII3 7 1 SATAII2 7 1 7 1 SATAII1 SATAII0 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 26 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
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... Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (IDE Hard Drive Activity LED) Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 -
... Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (IDE Hard Drive Activity LED) Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 -
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... the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 30 -
... the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 30 -
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... following screen may appear when the computer boots. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the motherboard driver disk, the key can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. : ...Q-Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu. Intel G31 BIOS for G31M-S2L D9a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 08/21/2007-G31-ICH7-6A79OG0VC-00 Function .... Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to accept. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 -
... following screen may appear when the computer boots. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the motherboard driver disk, the key can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. : ...Q-Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu. Intel G31 BIOS for G31M-S2L D9a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 08/21/2007-G31-ICH7-6A79OG0VC-00 Function .... Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to accept. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 -
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... Status Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 - First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes and the previous...
... Status Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 - First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes and the previous...
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..., But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error but stop for the MS-DOS operating system. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 38 - No Errors The system boot will be reserved for an error during the POST. Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by...
..., But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error but stop for the MS-DOS operating system. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 38 - No Errors The system boot will be reserved for an error during the POST. Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by...
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... system. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in independent partitions. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 40 - Enabled Enables all CPU cores and multi-threading function when using an Intel® CPU that support multi-processor mode. Virtualization enhanced by Intel...
... system. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in independent partitions. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 40 - Enabled Enables all CPU cores and multi-threading function when using an Intel® CPU that support multi-processor mode. Virtualization enhanced by Intel...