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... INC. Copyright © 2007 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in...
... INC. Copyright © 2007 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-G33M-S2H 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... Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-7 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 39 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 41 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 43 2-6 Power Management Setup 46 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 48 2-8 PC Health Status ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-G33M-S2H 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... Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-7 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 39 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 41 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 43 2-6 Power Management Setup 46 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 48 2-8 PC Health Status ...
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... 58 3-3 Driver CD Information 58 3-4 Hardware Information 59 3-5 Contact Us ...59 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 66 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 69 4-3 EasyTune 5 ...71 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 73 5-1-1 Configuring...
... 58 3-3 Driver CD Information 58 3-4 Hardware Information 59 3-5 Contact Us ...59 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 66 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 69 4-3 EasyTune 5 ...71 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 73 5-1-1 Configuring...
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... MHz Intel® G33 Dual Channel Memory GMCH CLK (333/266/200 MHz) 4 SATA 3Gb/s Intel® ICH9 12 USB Ports LPC BUS IT8718 CODEC BIOS Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 PCI Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF...
... MHz Intel® G33 Dual Channel Memory GMCH CLK (333/266/200 MHz) 4 SATA 3Gb/s Intel® ICH9 12 USB Ports LPC BUS IT8718 CODEC BIOS Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 PCI Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF...
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...; CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control BIOS 1 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b - 11 - Hardware Installation
...; CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control BIOS 1 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b - 11 - Hardware Installation
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... Vista only) and configure the SATA connectors for details on the GIGABYTE website. (Note 6) Available functions in Easytune may differ by adapter. (Note 5) Due to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals," for AHCI mode. (Refer to an Intel G33 graphics driver limitation, the GA-G33M-S2H does not currently support Blu-ray/ HD DVD format playback.
... Vista only) and configure the SATA connectors for details on the GIGABYTE website. (Note 6) Available functions in Easytune may differ by adapter. (Note 5) Due to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals," for AHCI mode. (Refer to an Intel G33 graphics driver limitation, the GA-G33M-S2H does not currently support Blu-ray/ HD DVD format playback.
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...CPU that supports HT Technology • A chipset that supports HT Technology • An operating system that is optimized for HT Technology • A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. mended that the system bus frequency be inserted if... Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and...
...CPU that supports HT Technology • A chipset that supports HT Technology • An operating system that is optimized for HT Technology • A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. mended that the system bus frequency be inserted if... Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and...
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... DS/SS - - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes ...8226; Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When memory modules of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says ... only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth.
... DS/SS - - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes ...8226; Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When memory modules of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says ... only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth.
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...completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 18 - Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 ...card in the slot. 3. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card's metal bracket to release the card and then pull the...
...completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 18 - Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 ...card in the slot. 3. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card's metal bracket to release the card and then pull the...
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System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off 9) BAT (BATTERY) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a ... 3. You may be used to indicate system power status. Plug in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 28 - The LED keeps blinking when the system is turned off when the system is operating. The LED is off . The LED is on...
System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off 9) BAT (BATTERY) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a ... 3. You may be used to indicate system power status. Plug in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 28 - The LED keeps blinking when the system is turned off when the system is operating. The LED is off . The LED is on...
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...). • SPEAK (Speaker): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. 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) Connects to the hard drive activity LED on .../Power/ Power Sleep LED Switch Speaker Connector MSG+ MSG- Hardware Installation The S0 On LED is on when the system 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 this header according to...
...). • SPEAK (Speaker): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. 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) Connects to the hard drive activity LED on .../Power/ Power Sleep LED Switch Speaker Connector MSG+ MSG- Hardware Installation The S0 On LED is on when the system 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 this header according to...
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... CMOS values (e.g. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 20) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 34 - To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer, be sure...
... CMOS values (e.g. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 20) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 34 - To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer, be sure...
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... the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. If this occurs, try to...
... the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. If this occurs, try to...
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... device configured in Boot Menu. You can be based on BIOS Setup settings. Intel G33 BIOS for G33M-S2H F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 06/26/2007-G33-ICH9-6A79OG0OC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu...< > to select the first boot device, then press to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. English 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 36 - To exit Boot Menu, press .
... device configured in Boot Menu. You can be based on BIOS Setup settings. Intel G33 BIOS for G33M-S2H F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 06/26/2007-G33-ICH9-6A79OG0OC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu...< > to select the first boot device, then press to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. English 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 36 - To exit Boot Menu, press .
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... settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... Help for each item is in the Item Help block on the right side of ...Save & Exit 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 not stable as shown below) appears on the screen. English 2-2 The ...
... settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... Help for each item is in the Item Help block on the right side of ...Save & Exit 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 not stable as shown below) appears on the screen. English 2-2 The ...
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... IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 38 - It allows you to save the current BIOS settings to make changes in effect. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this menu...boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal...
... IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 38 - It allows you to save the current BIOS settings to make changes in effect. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this menu...boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal...
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...Sets the hard drive access mode. Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST for faster system startup. English 2-3 Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Time (hh:mm:ss) ... to None so the system will • Manual Access Mode skip the detection of the two methods below : • Auto • None Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this item to CHS. Options are : ...
...Sets the hard drive access mode. Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST for faster system startup. English 2-3 Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Time (hh:mm:ss) ... to None so the system will • Manual Access Mode skip the detection of the two methods below : • Auto • None Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this item to CHS. Options are : ...
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...The system boot will be reserved for an error during the POST. Memory These fields are read-only and are : Disabled (default), Drive A. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 40 - English The following fields display your system. Sector Number of heads. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you to None. Extended ... If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will stop for all other errors. Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will not stop for all other errors. Capacity Approximate capacity of cylinders. Halt on Allows...
...The system boot will be reserved for an error during the POST. Memory These fields are read-only and are : Disabled (default), Drive A. GA-G33M-S2H Motherboard - 40 - English The following fields display your system. Sector Number of heads. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you to None. Extended ... If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will stop for all other errors. Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will not stop for all other errors. Capacity Approximate capacity of cylinders. Halt on Allows...
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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. Password Check Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that support multi-processors mode...Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability CPU Hyper-Threading (Note) Limit CPUID Max. BIOS Setup Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the minus ...
...[Setup] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [PCI] [Enable If No Ext PEG] [8MB+1~2MB for entering the BIOS Setup program. Password Check Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that support multi-processors mode...Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability CPU Hyper-Threading (Note) Limit CPUID Max. BIOS Setup Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the minus ...
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...® operating system only. - 43 - Set this option to Disabled if you wish to install operating systems that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. BIOS Setup
...® operating system only. - 43 - Set this option to Disabled if you wish to install operating systems that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. BIOS Setup