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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 ...
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 ...
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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. The box contents are for reference only. 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 -
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. The box contents are for reference only. 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 -
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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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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 .../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 .../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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...174; 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 ...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 ... via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-G31M-S2C. Only for GA-G31M-S2L. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 -
...174; 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 ...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 ... via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-G31M-S2C. Only for GA-G31M-S2L. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 12 -
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GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 - For example, 4 GB of memory is less than the stated amount. Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS ...
GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 - For example, 4 GB of memory is less than the stated amount. Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS ...
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... socket lever. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from...
... socket lever. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from...
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... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity 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...same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can be used . It is installed. 2. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket ...
... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity 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...same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can be used . It is installed. 2. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket ...
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... from the slot. Align the card with a screw. 5. Turn on the top edge of the card until it is fully seated in the slot. 3. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your computer. Install the driver provided...
... from the slot. Align the card with a screw. 5. Turn on the top edge of the card until it is fully seated in the slot. 3. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your computer. Install the driver provided...
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... receiving is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring LAN Port Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this jack. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 - The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Microphones must be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration... LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." Use this audio jack for GA-G31M-S2C.
... receiving is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring LAN Port Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this jack. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 - The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Microphones must be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration... LAN Port The Fast Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." Use this audio jack for GA-G31M-S2C.
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... 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 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using...
... 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 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using...
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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 -
... 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 -
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... • MSG (Message/Power/Sleep LED): System Status LED Connects to the power status indicator on when the hard drive is detected at system startup. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 -
... • MSG (Message/Power/Sleep LED): System Status LED Connects to the power status indicator on when the hard drive is detected at system startup. 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 - Pin No. 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out. Via an optional S/PDIF out cable, this header can...
... 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 - Pin No. 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out. Via an optional S/PDIF out cable, this header can...
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... to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. 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: : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the... time only. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to set the first boot device without having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 -
... to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. 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: : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the... time only. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to set the first boot device without having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 -
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... settings for optimal-performance system operations. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. First select the profile you can use this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 - It allows you to restrict access to configure all changes and the previous settings remain in effect. An user password only allows you...
... settings for optimal-performance system operations. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. First select the profile you can use this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 - It allows you to restrict access to configure all changes and the previous settings remain in effect. An user password only allows you...
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... : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". Base Memory Also called conventional memory. The following fields display your system. Sector Number of cylinders. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 38 - Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Capacity Approximate capacity of heads. Halt On Allows you to...
... : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". Base Memory Also called conventional memory. The following fields display your system. Sector Number of cylinders. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 38 - Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Capacity Approximate capacity of heads. Halt On Allows you to...