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GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-US2H AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-MA785M2-1001R
GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-US2H AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-MA785M2-1001R
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... number on our website. Example: No part of this : "REV: X.X." Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved. For example, "REV: 1.0" means...
... number on our website. Example: No part of this : "REV: X.X." Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved. For example, "REV: 1.0" means...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/GA-MA78GM-UD2H(US2H 7 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/GA-MA78GM-UD2H(US2H 7 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 ...
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Box Contents GA-MA785GPM-UD2H, GA-MA785GM-UD2H, or GA-MA785GM-US2H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain...
Box Contents GA-MA785GPM-UD2H, GA-MA785GM-UD2H, or GA-MA785GM-US2H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain...
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... this port to connect a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. - 7 - GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/GA-MA785GM-UD2H(US2H) Motherboard Layout DVI VGA KB(Note)_USB ATX_12V_2X4 Socket AM2 M_BIOS B_BIOS CI IT8718 ATX HDMI USB ESATA 1394 OPTICAL CPU_FAN FDD USB LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX1 GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-US2H AMD 785G SidePort Memoryj NB_FAN RTL8111C PCI1 CD_IN CODEC PCI2...
... this port to connect a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. - 7 - GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/GA-MA785GM-UD2H(US2H) Motherboard Layout DVI VGA KB(Note)_USB ATX_12V_2X4 Socket AM2 M_BIOS B_BIOS CI IT8718 ATX HDMI USB ESATA 1394 OPTICAL CPU_FAN FDD USB LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX1 GA-MA785GPM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-UD2H/ GA-MA785GM-US2H AMD 785G SidePort Memoryj NB_FAN RTL8111C PCI1 CD_IN CODEC PCI2...
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...are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to... installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - ponents such as a result of ...
...are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to... installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - ponents such as a result of ...
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... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 7) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install the AMD AM3/ AM2+ Series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver.
... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 7) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install the AMD AM3/ AM2+ Series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver.
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...sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the CPU. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU... the CPU socket.) • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. The CPU ...
...sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the CPU. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU... the CPU socket.) • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. The CPU ...
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Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent ...
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent ...
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... Installation 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 shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step... 5: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the retention frame. Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the surface of...
... Installation 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 shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step... 5: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the retention frame. Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the surface of...
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... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity 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 ... in Dual Channel mode. 1. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. The four DDR2 memory sockets are unable to CPU limitations, read the following :...
... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity 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 ... in Dual Channel mode. 1. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. The four DDR2 memory sockets are unable to CPU limitations, read the following :...
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... orientation of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the left, place your memory...
... orientation of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the left, place your memory...
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Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to prevent hardware damage. Locate an expansion slot that came with your expansion card in ...
Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to prevent hardware damage. Locate an expansion slot that came with your expansion card in ...
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...256MB or 512MB. (Note 3) - Set Init Display First to the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Configuring the Graphics Driver After installing the motherboard driver in the operating system first. - 19 - Select CrossFire™ on the Graphics menu on the back panel. Connecting the Graphics Cards ...Step 1: Observe the steps in - Set UMA Frame Buffer Size to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported graphics card on configuring an ATI...
...256MB or 512MB. (Note 3) - Set Init Display First to the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Configuring the Graphics Driver After installing the motherboard driver in the operating system first. - 19 - Select CrossFire™ on the Graphics menu on the back panel. Connecting the Graphics Cards ...Step 1: Observe the steps in - Set UMA Frame Buffer Size to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported graphics card on configuring an ATI...
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Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for an IEEE 1394a device. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect an ... monitor(s) Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to the recom mended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations...
Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for an IEEE 1394a device. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect an ... monitor(s) Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to the recom mended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations...
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...) SPDIF_IO 14) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 15) F_1394_1 16) LPT 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BATTERY Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 23 -
...) SPDIF_IO 14) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 15) F_1394_1 16) LPT 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BATTERY Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 23 -
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... a 2x4 12V and a 2x12 power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Definition Pin No. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, ...it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to an unstable or unbootable system. • The power connectors are properly installed. Definition 1 3.3V 13 3....
... a 2x4 12V and a 2x12 power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Definition Pin No. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, ...it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to an unstable or unbootable system. • The power connectors are properly installed. Definition 1 3.3V 13 3....
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...wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the correct orientation. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN)and a 4-pin system fan header(SYS_FAN). When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is...hang. • These fan headers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. The fan header has a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with colorcoded power connector wires. Pin No. Do not place...
...wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the correct orientation. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN)and a 4-pin system fan header(SYS_FAN). When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is...hang. • These fan headers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. The fan header has a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with colorcoded power connector wires. Pin No. Do not place...
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... AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R - 29 - Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of the motherboard header. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the header. For information about connecting the...
... AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R - 29 - Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of the motherboard header. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the header. For information about connecting the...
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... 1 1 Signal 2 GND Hardware Installation - 32 - Definition 1 NDCD- 9 1 2 NSIN 10 2 3 NSOUT 4 NDTR- 5 GND 6 NDSR- 7 NRTS- 8 NCTS- 9 NRI- 10 No Pin 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer...
... 1 1 Signal 2 GND Hardware Installation - 32 - Definition 1 NDCD- 9 1 2 NSIN 10 2 3 NSOUT 4 NDTR- 5 GND 6 NDSR- 7 NRTS- 8 NCTS- 9 NRI- 10 No Pin 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer...