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GA-M55SLI-S4 AMD Socket AM2 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 2002 12ME-M55SLIS4-2002R * 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-M55SLI-S4 AMD Socket AM2 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 2002 12ME-M55SLIS4-2002R * 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-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 1.0) Jun. 8, 2006 Motherboard GA-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 1.0) Jun. 8, 2006
Motherboard GA-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 1.0) Jun. 8, 2006 Motherboard GA-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 1.0) Jun. 8, 2006
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Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...7 OptionalAccessories ...7 GA-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 1.0) Motherboard Layout 8 GA-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout 9 Block Diagram ...10 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary 12 1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 1-3-1 Installation ...
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...7 OptionalAccessories ...7 GA-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 1.0) Motherboard Layout 8 GA-M55SLI-S4 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout 9 Block Diagram ...10 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary 12 1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 1-3-1 Installation ...
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...using the product, please verify that the power supply is best to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. Thus, prior to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 11 - These stickers are no leftover screws or metal components placed on top of the product, please consult... a certified computer technician. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not place the computer system on the computer ...
...using the product, please verify that the power supply is best to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. Thus, prior to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 11 - These stickers are no leftover screws or metal components placed on top of the product, please consult... a certified computer technician. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not place the computer system on the computer ...
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... connection of 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Socket AM2 for additional 2 port by cable 1 chassis intrusion connector 1 power LED connector GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 12 -
... connection of 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Socket AM2 for additional 2 port by cable 1 chassis intrusion connector 1 power LED connector GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 12 -
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... is installed, the actual memory available for the operating system will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 13 - English Rear Panel I/O 1 PS/2 keyboard port 1 PS/2 mouse port 1 parallel port 1 S/PDIF out port (coaxial) 1 S/PDIF out port (optical...
... is installed, the actual memory available for the operating system will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 13 - English Rear Panel I/O 1 PS/2 keyboard port 1 PS/2 mouse port 1 parallel port 1 S/PDIF out port (coaxial) 1 S/PDIF out port (optical...
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...by a small triangle that the CPU pins fit perfectly into place. Please set the CPU host frequency in Fig. 1 (90o to the plane of the motherboard) prior to inserting the CPU. Socket Lever Fig.1 Position lever at a 90 degree angle. Fig.2 Pin 1 location on the CPU. Gently place the ...of the CPU may occur. 5. Rather than applying force, please change the insert direction of the CPU. 3. If you install the CPU in Fig. 2. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 14 - Do not force the CPU into its socket, place one finger down on the middle of the pin 1 marking (the small triangle) on the...
...by a small triangle that the CPU pins fit perfectly into place. Please set the CPU host frequency in Fig. 1 (90o to the plane of the motherboard) prior to inserting the CPU. Socket Lever Fig.1 Position lever at a 90 degree angle. Fig.2 Pin 1 location on the CPU. Gently place the ...of the CPU may occur. 5. Rather than applying force, please change the insert direction of the CPU. 3. If you install the CPU in Fig. 2. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 14 - Do not force the CPU into its socket, place one finger down on the middle of the pin 1 marking (the small triangle) on the...
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.... Hardware Installation English 1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler Fig.1 Before installing the CPU cooler, please first add an even layer of heat paste on the motherboard so that either thermal tape rather than heat paste be used for detailed installation instructions). Install all the CPU cooler components (Please refer to the...
.... Hardware Installation English 1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler Fig.1 Before installing the CPU cooler, please first add an even layer of heat paste on the motherboard so that either thermal tape rather than heat paste be used for detailed installation instructions). Install all the CPU cooler components (Please refer to the...
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..., please comply with each slot. The memory capacity used can be used is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 16 - Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. If you wish to lock the DIMM module. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically ...used . 2. A memory module can only fit in one direction. It is recommended that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. Please make sure that memory of the DIMM sockets to remove the DIMM module. Memory modules are unable to prevent hardware damage. 3.
..., please comply with each slot. The memory capacity used can be used is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 16 - Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. If you wish to lock the DIMM module. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically ...used . 2. A memory module can only fit in one direction. It is recommended that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. Please make sure that memory of the DIMM sockets to remove the DIMM module. Memory modules are unable to prevent hardware damage. 3.
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... PCI Express x16 slot. Power on the computer, if necessary, configure required settings for the expansion card in the operating system. The motherboard includes a PCIE_12V power connector, which provides extra power to release the card. Disconnect your expansion card, follow the steps below. 1. ... slot and press firmly down on the card are fully seated in the motherboard. 4. When installing two graphics cards, please connect the power cable from the computer. Remove your VGA card is locked by the latch at the end of the expansion card. 6. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 18 -
... PCI Express x16 slot. Power on the computer, if necessary, configure required settings for the expansion card in the operating system. The motherboard includes a PCIE_12V power connector, which provides extra power to release the card. Disconnect your expansion card, follow the steps below. 1. ... slot and press firmly down on the card are fully seated in the motherboard. 4. When installing two graphics cards, please connect the power cable from the computer. Remove your VGA card is locked by the latch at the end of the expansion card. 6. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 18 -
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... all PCIe slots are available while in SLI or Normal Mode, please refer to the table below to configure an SLI system on the GAM55SLI-S4 motherboard. This section introduces steps to check PCIe slots available in two modes. Pin 1-2 close for SLI mode, pin 2-3 close ): 1 NV_SLI2 1 NV_SLI4 NV_SLI1 ...PCIE_3 Available Available PCIE_16_2 Available * Not available "*" can operate at up to bridge two NVIDIA SLI-ready PCI ExpressTM graphics cards! Understanding the GIGABYTE SLI Jumper: You can either use them as two individual x8 slots or install two SLI-ready PCIe x16 cards (Example...
... all PCIe slots are available while in SLI or Normal Mode, please refer to the table below to configure an SLI system on the GAM55SLI-S4 motherboard. This section introduces steps to check PCIe slots available in two modes. Pin 1-2 close for SLI mode, pin 2-3 close ): 1 NV_SLI2 1 NV_SLI4 NV_SLI1 ...PCIE_3 Available Available PCIE_16_2 Available * Not available "*" can operate at up to bridge two NVIDIA SLI-ready PCI ExpressTM graphics cards! Understanding the GIGABYTE SLI Jumper: You can either use them as two individual x8 slots or install two SLI-ready PCIe x16 cards (Example...
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... Requirements: The exact power requirements will depend on the top of both cards. Make sure the two mini female slots on top of graphics card GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 20 - Enabling SLI Mode-Connecting Two Graphics Cards: Step 1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards" and install two SLI-ready graphics cards of...
... Requirements: The exact power requirements will depend on the top of both cards. Make sure the two mini female slots on top of graphics card GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 20 - Enabling SLI Mode-Connecting Two Graphics Cards: Step 1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards" and install two SLI-ready graphics cards of...
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... must install the retention bracket included with a screw. Then the SLI configuration is completed. (Note) If you want to the chassis back panel with the motherboard and secure the retention bracket to enable the SLI function, you click Apply. Step 4: Plug the display cable into the graphics card which on the...
... must install the retention bracket included with a screw. Then the SLI configuration is completed. (Note) If you want to the chassis back panel with the motherboard and secure the retention bracket to enable the SLI function, you click Apply. Step 4: Plug the display cable into the graphics card which on the...
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... support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. can be connected to an external Dolby Digital Decoder via a coaxial cable. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 22 - Line In The default Line In jack. COAXIAL The S/PDIF coaxial output port is capable of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like...
... support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. can be connected to an external Dolby Digital Decoder via a coaxial cable. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 22 - Line In The default Line In jack. COAXIAL The S/PDIF coaxial output port is capable of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like...
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English 1-8 Connectors Introduction 14 6 2 5 8 3 12 9 13 18 17 19 14 10 7 16 15 11 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) PCIE_12V 4) CPU_FAN 5) SYS_FAN 6) PWR_FAN 7) FDD 8) IDE1 / IDE2 9) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 10) PWR_LED 11) F_PANEL 12) F_AUDIO 13) CD_IN 14) SPDIF_I 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) CI 18) CLR_CMOS 19) BATTERY GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 24 -
English 1-8 Connectors Introduction 14 6 2 5 8 3 12 9 13 18 17 19 14 10 7 16 15 11 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) PCIE_12V 4) CPU_FAN 5) SYS_FAN 6) PWR_FAN 7) FDD 8) IDE1 / IDE2 9) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 10) PWR_LED 11) F_PANEL 12) F_AUDIO 13) CD_IN 14) SPDIF_I 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) CI 18) CLR_CMOS 19) BATTERY GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 24 -
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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 is not connected, the system will not start . otherwise,...or greater). Hardware Installation It is unable to start . Please use a power supply that all the components on the motherboard. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; Caution! The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. English 1/2) ATX_12V...
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 is not connected, the system will not start . otherwise,...or greater). Hardware Installation It is unable to start . Please use a power supply that all the components on the motherboard. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; Caution! The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. English 1/2) ATX_12V...
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... +12V / Speed Control Sense Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN : Pin No. The black connector wire is the ground wire (GND). Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 26 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. English 3) PCIE_12V (Power Connector) This power connector provides extra power to this...
... +12V / Speed Control Sense Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN : Pin No. The black connector wire is the ground wire (GND). Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 26 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. English 3) PCIE_12V (Power Connector) This power connector provides extra power to this...
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English 9) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by nForce4 SLI) SATA 3Gb/s can provide up to indicate whether the system is on/off. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 28 - Definition 1 GND SATAII0 1 7 7 1 SATAII3 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP SATAII2 7 GND 1 7 10) PWR_LED The PWR_LED connector is connected with the system power indicator to ...
English 9) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by nForce4 SLI) SATA 3Gb/s can provide up to indicate whether the system is on/off. GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 28 - Definition 1 GND SATAII0 1 7 7 1 SATAII3 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP SATAII2 7 GND 1 7 10) PWR_LED The PWR_LED connector is connected with the system power indicator to ...
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... the cable is the same as the pin assigment on the MB header. In order to the connector. 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition CD-L GND GND CD-R GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 30 -
... the cable is the same as the pin assigment on the MB header. In order to the connector. 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition CD-L GND GND CD-R GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 30 -
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... interface standard set by Institute of the IEEE 1394 connector. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Signal 2 GND GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 32 - Be careful with the polarity of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like high speed, high bandwidth and hot plug.
... interface standard set by Institute of the IEEE 1394 connector. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Signal 2 GND GA-M55SLI-S4 Motherboard - 32 - Be careful with the polarity of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like high speed, high bandwidth and hot plug.