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GA-K8N51GMF/ GA-K8N51GMF-RH AMD Socket 754 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-N51GMF-1004R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
GA-K8N51GMF/ GA-K8N51GMF-RH AMD Socket 754 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-N51GMF-1004R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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Motherboard GA-K8N51GMF / GA-K8N51GMF-RH Oct. 26, 2005 Motherboard GA-K8N51GMF GA-K8N51GMF-RH Oct. 26, 2005
Motherboard GA-K8N51GMF / GA-K8N51GMF-RH Oct. 26, 2005 Motherboard GA-K8N51GMF GA-K8N51GMF-RH Oct. 26, 2005
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Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-K8N51GMF/GA-K8N51GMF-RH Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU 12 1-3-2 ...
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-K8N51GMF/GA-K8N51GMF-RH Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU 12 1-3-2 ...
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.... 3. Product determined to use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Installation Notices 1. Please do not place the computer system on the motherboard. Prior to the installation of violating the conditions recommended in the provided manual. 3. Prior to installation, please do not allow ... permitted parameters. 6. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - These stickers are connected. 4. Damage due to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its power cord. 2. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not remove the stickers on an uneven surface...
.... 3. Product determined to use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Installation Notices 1. Please do not place the computer system on the motherboard. Prior to the installation of violating the conditions recommended in the provided manual. 3. Prior to installation, please do not allow ... permitted parameters. 6. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - These stickers are connected. 4. Damage due to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its power cord. 2. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not remove the stickers on an uneven surface...
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... audio connector 1 CD In connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cable 1 SPDIF In/Out connector 1 power LED connector GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 10 - Line Out (Front Speaker Out) ; Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) ; English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Socket 754 for additional 1 port by cables ...
... audio connector 1 CD In connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cable 1 SPDIF In/Out connector 1 power LED connector GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 10 - Line Out (Front Speaker Out) ; Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) ; English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Socket 754 for additional 1 port by cables ...
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Hardware Installation For more detailed information please check at the FAQ section on GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) EasyTune 5 functions may vary depending on the CPU you install. English Rear Panel I/O 1 PS/2 keyboard port 1 PS/2 mouse port 1 parallel ...) Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 22.0cm (Note 1) Whether the CPU Smart FAN Control function is supported will depend on different motherboards. - 11 -
Hardware Installation For more detailed information please check at the FAQ section on GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) EasyTune 5 functions may vary depending on the CPU you install. English Rear Panel I/O 1 PS/2 keyboard port 1 PS/2 mouse port 1 parallel ...) Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 22.0cm (Note 1) Whether the CPU Smart FAN Control function is supported will depend on different motherboards. - 11 -
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...the CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly. Please make sure the heatsink is designated on the processor by a copper triangle that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. Once the CPU is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set the CPU host frequency in Figure 1.(...down on the socket as shown in accordance with the following conditions: 1. The pin 1 location is installed on the socket and processor. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 12 - It is positioned into its socket, place one indented corner of the CPU and gently press themetal lever back into the ...
...the CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly. Please make sure the heatsink is designated on the processor by a copper triangle that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. Once the CPU is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set the CPU host frequency in Figure 1.(...down on the socket as shown in accordance with the following conditions: 1. The pin 1 location is installed on the socket and processor. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 12 - It is positioned into its socket, place one indented corner of the CPU and gently press themetal lever back into the ...
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English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Fig.1 Before installing the heat sink, please first add an even layer of heat sink paste on the motherboard so that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for detailed installation instructions). To prevent such an occurrence, it is suggested that ...
English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Fig.1 Before installing the heat sink, please first add an even layer of heat sink paste on the motherboard so that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for detailed installation instructions). To prevent such an occurrence, it is suggested that ...
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...direction. Then push it down. Reverse the installation steps when you are designed so that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. Please make sure that they can differ with the following conditions: 1. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure ...off to remove the DIMM module. A memory module can only fit in only one direction. If you wish to prevent hardware damage. 3. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 14 - It is recommended that the memory used . 2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Fig.2 Close...
...direction. Then push it down. Reverse the installation steps when you are designed so that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. Please make sure that they can differ with the following conditions: 1. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure ...off to remove the DIMM module. A memory module can only fit in only one direction. If you wish to prevent hardware damage. 3. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 14 - It is recommended that the memory used . 2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Fig.2 Close...
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... related driver from the computer. 3. Remove your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined below: 1. Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Installing a PCI Express x 16 expansion card: Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end...
... related driver from the computer. 3. Remove your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined below: 1. Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Installing a PCI Express x 16 expansion card: Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end...
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... of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like CD-ROM, walkman etc. If your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 16 -
... of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like CD-ROM, walkman etc. If your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 16 -
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... plugging in the power cord ; Otherwise, please do not remove it. 42 31 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND GND +12V +12V GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard Pin No. The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to handle the system voltage requirements. English 1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the ...! It is able to the CPU. If you use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard and connect tightly. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all the components on the...
... plugging in the power cord ; Otherwise, please do not remove it. 42 31 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND GND +12V +12V GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard Pin No. The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to handle the system voltage requirements. English 1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the ...! It is able to the CPU. If you use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard and connect tightly. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all the components on the...
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English 6) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to work properly. 1 7 7 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 20 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on one IDE cable, and the single IDE ...
English 6) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to work properly. 1 7 7 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 20 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on one IDE cable, and the single IDE ...
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... to the connector. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Power (5V) 2 10 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 1 9 4 USB Dy- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB Dy+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 22 - Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 11) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector.
... to the connector. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Power (5V) 2 10 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 1 9 4 USB Dy- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB Dy+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 22 - Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 11) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector.
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... holder to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS 15) BATTERY GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard Danger of used batteries according to make them short for about one minute. (Or you want to connect the positive and negative pins in and...
... holder to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS 15) BATTERY GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard Danger of used batteries according to make them short for about one minute. (Or you want to connect the positive and negative pins in and...
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.... - 27 - Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM. Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the... is recommended that you wish to upgrade to use and the possible selections for Main Menu Main Menu The on-line description of the motherboard. To exit the Help Window press . The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the event that describes the appropriate keys to a new BIOS...
.... - 27 - Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM. Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the... is recommended that you wish to upgrade to use and the possible selections for Main Menu Main Menu The on-line description of the motherboard. To exit the Help Window press . The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the event that describes the appropriate keys to a new BIOS...
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...reset to exit this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. English : For Boot Menu Select boot sequence for onboard (or add-on the screen. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 28 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept . The BIOS... figure below) will appear on cards) device. If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. GA-K8N51GMF-RH F4 . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, For Boot Menu 01/16/2006-C51-MCP51-6A61HG0BC-00 For Boot Menu Use < > or < > to...
...reset to exit this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. English : For Boot Menu Select boot sequence for onboard (or add-on the screen. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 28 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept . The BIOS... figure below) will appear on cards) device. If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. GA-K8N51GMF-RH F4 . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, For Boot Menu 01/16/2006-C51-MCP51-6A61HG0BC-00 For Boot Menu Use < > or < > to...
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.... IDE Device Setup. You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this if no IDE devices are : CHS/LBA/Large/Auto(default:Auto) GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 30 - time clock. Manual User can use one of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default) None Select...
.... IDE Device Setup. You can manually input the correct settings Access Mode Use this if no IDE devices are : CHS/LBA/Large/Auto(default:Auto) GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 30 - time clock. Manual User can use one of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default) None Select...
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This is typically 512K for systems with 512K memory installed on the motherboard, or 640K for systems with 640K or more memory installed on the motherboard. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 32 - Base Memory The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of base (or conventional) memory installed in the CPU's memory address map. Total ...
This is typically 512K for systems with 512K memory installed on the motherboard, or 640K for systems with 640K or more memory installed on the motherboard. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 32 - Base Memory The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of base (or conventional) memory installed in the CPU's memory address map. Total ...
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... is a graphics card on the PCI Express slot. (Default value) Always Enable Onboard GPU will always be enabled whether there is a graphics card on the motherboard. English Password Check System The system can not boot and can not access to Setup page will be Setup denied if the correct password is... is not entered at the prompt. Onboard GPU Note: Please set to Setup will boot, but access to "Always Enable" when use dual view function. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 34 -
... is a graphics card on the PCI Express slot. (Default value) Always Enable Onboard GPU will always be enabled whether there is a graphics card on the motherboard. English Password Check System The system can not boot and can not access to Setup page will be Setup denied if the correct password is... is not entered at the prompt. Onboard GPU Note: Please set to Setup will boot, but access to "Always Enable" when use dual view function. GA-K8N51GMF(-RH) Motherboard - 34 -