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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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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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.../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.
.../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.
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...Intel® 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 FSB...system 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 High... panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-G31M-S2C. Only for GA-G31M-S2L.
...Intel® 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 FSB...system 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 High... panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-G31M-S2C. Only for GA-G31M-S2L.
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For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support ...
For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 14 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support ...
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CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into its ...
CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 16 - Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into its ...
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...insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, ...memory to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. A memory module can 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 ...
...insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 18 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, ...memory to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. A memory module can 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 ...
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... does not rock. • Removing the Card: Gently push back on the lever on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: • Make sure the...
... does not rock. • Removing the Card: Gently push back on the lever on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 20 - PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: • Make sure the...
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... The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to this port for GA-G31M-S2L. - 21 - The parallel port is occurring • When removing the cable connected to connect devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash...
... The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to this port for GA-G31M-S2L. - 21 - The parallel port is occurring • When removing the cable connected to connect devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash...
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... this audio jack for line in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." Use this jack. Refer to the instructions on setting up to this audio jack for GA-G31M-S2C. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 -
... this audio jack for line in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio." Use this jack. Refer to the instructions on setting up to this audio jack for GA-G31M-S2C. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 22 -
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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 - Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from...
... 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 - Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from...
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... groove on the connector. 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 -
... groove on the connector. 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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... panel. The LED keeps blinking when S1 Blinking the system is reading or writing data. • RES (Reset Switch): Connects to the pin assignments below. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. One single short beep...
... panel. The LED keeps blinking when S1 Blinking the system is reading or writing data. • RES (Reset Switch): Connects to the pin assignments below. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 28 - A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. One single short beep...
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Incorrect connection may render the device unusable or even result in . For purchasing the optional S/PDIF out cable, please contact the local dealer. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 30 - 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out. Pin No. Definition 10 2 1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 4 USB DY- 5 ...
Incorrect connection may render the device unusable or even result in . For purchasing the optional S/PDIF out cable, please contact the local dealer. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 30 - 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out. Pin No. Definition 10 2 1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 4 USB DY- 5 ...
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...Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. The system will still be used for one time only. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu. You can be ... during the POST. To exit Boot Menu, press . Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to accept. 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: : ...
...Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. The system will still be used for one time only. GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 34 - After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu. You can be ... during the POST. To exit Boot Menu, press . Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to accept. 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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Use 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 ...
Use 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 ...
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.... Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. You can also carry out this function to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 -
.... Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. You can also carry out this function to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 36 -