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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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...8482; 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 2000 MT/s Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ...) j Only for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for GA-MA74GM-S2H Hardware Installation - 10 -
...8482; 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 2000 MT/s Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ...) j Only for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for GA-MA74GM-S2H Hardware Installation - 10 -
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... 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...voltage 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 ...
... 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...voltage 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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...w w w w w Bundled Software w Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 6) Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/...supported. (Note 4) To configure 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...
...w w w w w Bundled Software w Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 6) Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/...supported. (Note 4) To configure 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...
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... recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the Socket AM2 Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes CPU Pin One AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU - 13 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always...
... recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the Socket AM2 Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes CPU Pin One AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU - 13 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always...
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It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If 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 you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of... direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 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 ...
It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If 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 you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of... direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 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 ...
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...receiving is occurring Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Dual Display Combination DVI-D + D-Sub DVI-D + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported or Not Yes No Yes B. Hardware Installation - 20 - Line Out Jack (Front Speaker Out, Green) The default line out jack. Mic In ... provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. The table below . • CPU: AMD Phenom™ X3 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz memory modules with dual channel mode enabled •...
...receiving is occurring Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Dual Display Combination DVI-D + D-Sub DVI-D + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported or Not Yes No Yes B. Hardware Installation - 20 - Line Out Jack (Front Speaker Out, Green) The default line out jack. Mic In ... provides Internet connection at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. The table below . • CPU: AMD Phenom™ X3 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz memory modules with dual channel mode enabled •...
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... connector and the floppy disk drive cable. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 - 23 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. Hardware Installation Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense...
... connector and the floppy disk drive cable. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 - 23 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. Hardware Installation Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense...
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... to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in red, it is recommended that supports this feature. - 35 - BIOS Setup If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values... Utility-Copyright (C) 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 ...
... to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in red, it is recommended that supports this feature. - 35 - BIOS Setup If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values... Utility-Copyright (C) 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 ...
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... Manual allows the CPU Frequency (MHz) item below to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. Important It is dependent on the CPU being used . Auto BIOS will automatically restart for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is highly recommended that supports this function. (...BIOS Is Updating EC Firmware!!! Don't Turn Off Or Reset System" will appear. Per Core Individually configures Advanced Clock Calibration for all CPU cores. Value (Core 0), Value (Core 1), Value (Core 2), Value (Core 3) This option is configurable only when Advanced Clock Calibration...
... Manual allows the CPU Frequency (MHz) item below to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. Important It is dependent on the CPU being used . Auto BIOS will automatically restart for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is highly recommended that supports this function. (...BIOS Is Updating EC Firmware!!! Don't Turn Off Or Reset System" will appear. Per Core Individually configures Advanced Clock Calibration for all CPU cores. Value (Core 0), Value (Core 1), Value (Core 2), Value (Core 3) This option is configurable only when Advanced Clock Calibration...
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... Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 - X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 667. DDR 667 Sets Memory Clock to X5.33. Options are: Auto (default), Manual. ...X3.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you use an AM3/AM2+ CPU: X2.00 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. When you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to be configurable. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to single dual-channel. Ganged ...
... Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 - X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 667. DDR 667 Sets Memory Clock to X5.33. Options are: Auto (default), Manual. ...X3.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you use an AM3/AM2+ CPU: X2.00 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. When you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to be configurable. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to single dual-channel. Ganged ...
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... adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to ... your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as required. CPU NB...CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU (Note) This item appears only if you to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Auto lets the BIOS automatically set the CPU...voltage by 0.1V to 0.3V at 0.1V increment. Auto sets the CPU voltage as required. Normal Supplies the memory voltage as required. (Default)...
... adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to ... your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as required. CPU NB...CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU (Note) This item appears only if you to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Auto lets the BIOS automatically set the CPU...voltage by 0.1V to 0.3V at 0.1V increment. Auto sets the CPU voltage as required. Normal Supplies the memory voltage as required. (Default)...
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.... Press to move it up or down on the list. 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. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award ...for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in independent partitions. Capability Away Mode Backup BIOS Image to HDD...
.... Press to move it up or down on the list. 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. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award ...for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in independent partitions. Capability Away Mode Backup BIOS Image to HDD...
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... is installed. (Default: Enabled) Away Mode Enables or disables Away Mode in a low-power mode that supports this item will show the memory size you install a CPU that appears off. (Default: Disabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS ...disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of your system to Auto, this memory for the onboard graphics controller. j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H. (Note) This item appears only if you set to report read/write errors of system memory allocated solely for display. HDD S.M.A.R.T. MS...
... is installed. (Default: Enabled) Away Mode Enables or disables Away Mode in a low-power mode that supports this item will show the memory size you install a CPU that appears off. (Default: Disabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS ...disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of your system to Auto, this memory for the onboard graphics controller. j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H. (Note) This item appears only if you set to report read/write errors of system memory allocated solely for display. HDD S.M.A.R.T. MS...
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... speed to be sure to click Set for CPU and memory information, letting users read their system settings or do the overclock/overvoltage, make sure that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. The HW Monitor tab allows you do overclock/...EasyTune 6 interface also includes tabbed pages for these components. Select Auto overclock last tune on the CPU temperature thresholds you to work with the optimum overclocking configuration after restart. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their...
... speed to be sure to click Set for CPU and memory information, letting users read their system settings or do the overclock/overvoltage, make sure that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. The HW Monitor tab allows you do overclock/...EasyTune 6 interface also includes tabbed pages for these components. Select Auto overclock last tune on the CPU temperature thresholds you to work with the optimum overclocking configuration after restart. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their...
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...and connect the IDE/SATA devices. Select "Load Fail-Safe Defaults" (or "Load Optimized Defaults"). Turn off the computer. Or go to the Support&Downloads\Technical Service Zone page to submit your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Appendix - 90 - A When the... computer is turned on, is display on your monitor. Yes Check if there is the CPU cooler running? Yes Reinstall the operating system. No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. The problem is unable to ...
...and connect the IDE/SATA devices. Select "Load Fail-Safe Defaults" (or "Load Optimized Defaults"). Turn off the computer. Or go to the Support&Downloads\Technical Service Zone page to submit your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Appendix - 90 - A When the... computer is turned on, is display on your monitor. Yes Check if there is the CPU cooler running? Yes Reinstall the operating system. No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. The problem is unable to ...