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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA74GM-S2H/GA-MA74GM-S2 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 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA74GM-S2H/GA-MA74GM-S2 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 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
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Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR2 1066/800/667/533 MHz Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport Bus PCI Express x16 GFX CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus ... BIOS Floppy COM Port 2 PCI PS/2 KB or Mouse MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out PCI CLK (33 MHz) j (Note) Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. - 8 -
Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR2 1066/800/667/533 MHz Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport Bus PCI Express x16 GFX CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus ... BIOS Floppy COM Port 2 PCI PS/2 KB or Mouse MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out PCI CLK (33 MHz) j (Note) Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. - 8 -
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ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the ...
ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the ...
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... for S/PDIF In Support for GA-MA74GM-S2H Hardware Installation - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3/AM2+/AM2 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus...
... for S/PDIF In Support for GA-MA74GM-S2H Hardware Installation - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3/AM2+/AM2 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus...
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...pin ATX main power connector w 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 1 x system fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In/Out header... detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control (Note 5) 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H ...
...pin ATX main power connector w 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 1 x system fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In/Out header... detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control (Note 5) 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H ...
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... 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable themulti-channel audio feature through the audio driver. (Note 5) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
... 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable themulti-channel audio feature through the audio driver. (Note 5) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
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.... (Or you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU 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...
.... (Or you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU 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...
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...occurs. Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into their holes. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the socket...the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • Do not force the CPU into the fully locked position. Hardware Installation - 14 - Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark ...
...occurs. Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into their holes. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the socket...the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • Do not force the CPU into the fully locked position. Hardware Installation - 14 - Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark ...
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... on the surface of the installed CPU. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above...
... on the surface of the installed CPU. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above...
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...to install the memory: • Make sure that memory 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 ...the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels as following: Channel 0: DDR2_1 Channel 1: DDR2_2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 Due to CPU limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory ...
...to install the memory: • Make sure that memory 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 ...the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels as following: Channel 0: DDR2_1 Channel 1: DDR2_2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 Due to CPU limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory ...
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A. The table below . • CPU: AMD Phenom™ X3 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At ...
A. The table below . • CPU: AMD Phenom™ X3 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At ...
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.... 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to the CPU. Connect the power supply cable to all devices are properly installed. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is recommended that...
.... 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to the CPU. Connect the power supply cable to all devices are properly installed. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is recommended that...
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...the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to connect it is typically designated by a stripe of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 -... 23 - 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN) system fan headers. Overheating may hang. • These fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB,...
...the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to connect it is typically designated by a stripe of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 -... 23 - 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN) system fan headers. Overheating may hang. • These fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB,...
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...for the menu. BIOS Setup Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-MA74GM-S2H FAa) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features...Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup ...
...for the menu. BIOS Setup Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-MA74GM-S2H FAa) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features...Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup ...
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...that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio... Only) F11: Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, ...
...that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio... Only) F11: Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, ...
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... 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } Advanced Clock Calibration (Note) HT Link Frequency CPU Clock Ratio CPU NorthBridge Freq. (Note) CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock ...} DRAM Configuration System Voltage Control x DDR2 Voltage Control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [Press Enter] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] 200 [Auto] [400] [Auto] x3.33 ...
... 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } Advanced Clock Calibration (Note) HT Link Frequency CPU Clock Ratio CPU NorthBridge Freq. (Note) CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock ...} DRAM Configuration System Voltage Control x DDR2 Voltage Control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [Press Enter] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] 200 [Auto] [400] [Auto] x3.33 ...
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...Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow for the installed CPU. CPU Frequency(MHz) Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) (Note) ...Normal Uses the standard AMD EC firmware version. (Default) Hybrid Uses the specific AMD EC firmware version. Configures Advanced Clock Calibration for each CPU core. Value (Core 0), Value (Core 1), Value (Core 2), Value (Core 3) This option is configurable only when Advanced Clock Calibration is...
...Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow for the installed CPU. CPU Frequency(MHz) Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) (Note) ...Normal Uses the standard AMD EC firmware version. (Default) Hybrid Uses the specific AMD EC firmware version. Configures Advanced Clock Calibration for each CPU core. Value (Core 0), Value (Core 1), Value (Core 2), Value (Core 3) This option is configurable only when Advanced Clock Calibration is...
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...X5.33. X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. Options are: Auto (default), Manual. (Note) This item appears only if you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to be configurable. Set Memory Clock Determines whether to DDR 533. When you to X3.33. DDR 533 Sets Memory.../PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you use an AM3/AM2+ CPU: X2.00 Sets Memory Clock to Manual. Unganged Sets memory control mode to two single-channel. (Default) DDRII Timing Items Manual allows all DDR2 Timing...
...X5.33. X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. Options are: Auto (default), Manual. (Note) This item appears only if you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to be configurable. Set Memory Clock Determines whether to DDR 533. When you to X3.33. DDR 533 Sets Memory.../PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you use an AM3/AM2+ CPU: X2.00 Sets Memory Clock to Manual. Unganged Sets memory control mode to two single-channel. (Default) DDRII Timing Items Manual allows all DDR2 Timing...
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... be configurable. (Default: Manual) DDR2 Voltage Control Allows you to set the CPU Northbridge VID voltage. CPU Voltage Control Allows you to set the CPU voltage. Auto sets the CPU voltage as required. Normal Supplies the South Bridge voltage as required. NorthBridge Volt ...appears only if you to set the South Bridge voltage. Auto lets the BIOS automatically set the system voltages. CPU NB VID Control (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 39 - ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to manually ...
... be configurable. (Default: Manual) DDR2 Voltage Control Allows you to set the CPU Northbridge VID voltage. CPU Voltage Control Allows you to set the CPU voltage. Auto sets the CPU voltage as required. Normal Supplies the South Bridge voltage as required. NorthBridge Volt ...appears only if you to set the South Bridge voltage. Auto lets the BIOS automatically set the system voltages. CPU NB VID Control (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 39 - ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to manually ...
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... (Default: Disabled) AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control Auto Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to exit this feature. First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from your ...program. (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to...Password Check Specifies whether a password is required for booting the system and for GA-MA74GM-S2H. (Note) This item appears only if you enter BIOS Setup.
... (Default: Disabled) AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control Auto Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to exit this feature. First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from your ...program. (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to...Password Check Specifies whether a password is required for booting the system and for GA-MA74GM-S2H. (Note) This item appears only if you enter BIOS Setup.