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...174; P31 Express Chipset South Bridge: Intel® ICH7 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz memory modules (Note 2) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)...drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Integrated in the South Bridge Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) "*" Only the GA-P31-DS3/DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L ...
...174; P31 Express Chipset South Bridge: Intel® ICH7 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz memory modules (Note 2) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)...drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Integrated in the South Bridge Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) "*" Only the GA-P31-DS3/DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L ...
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...Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP/2000 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.0cm (Note 1) Based on standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Some memory configurations will result in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L.../S3L Motherboard - 12 - For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for more information.) (Note 3) Available functions in memory frequency being reduced...
...Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP/2000 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.0cm (Note 1) Based on standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Some memory configurations will result in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L.../S3L Motherboard - 12 - For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for more information.) (Note 3) Available functions in memory frequency being reduced...
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... cord from the power outlet 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 CPU. English 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following... guidelines before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Notch Triangle ...
... cord from the power outlet 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 CPU. English 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following... guidelines before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Notch Triangle ...
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...SS SS SS SS DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) Due to the configurations in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed. 2. DS/SS - - DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 Two Modules SS SS - - -... the power outlet before installing the memory in the first table for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the original frequency. DS/SS - - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 3....
...SS SS SS SS DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) Due to the configurations in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed. 2. DS/SS - - DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 Two Modules SS SS - - -... the power outlet before installing the memory in the first table for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the original frequency. DS/SS - - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 3....
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... Channel 2 Master ` IDE Channel 2 Slave ` IDE Channel 3 Master ` IDE Channel 3 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 510M 512M KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Default ESC...
... Channel 2 Master ` IDE Channel 2 Slave ` IDE Channel 3 Master ` IDE Channel 3 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 510M 512M KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Default ESC...
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.... Options are determined by the BIOS POST. No Errors The system boot will stop for any error. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 36 - Capacity Approximate capacity of extended memory. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Halt on Allows you to selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in.... Typically, 640 KB will not stop for a floppy disk drive error but stop for the MS-DOS operating system. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to specify whether the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a ...
.... Options are determined by the BIOS POST. No Errors The system boot will stop for any error. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 36 - Capacity Approximate capacity of extended memory. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Halt on Allows you to selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in.... Typically, 640 KB will not stop for a floppy disk drive error but stop for the MS-DOS operating system. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to specify whether the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a ...
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... the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. Press to move it up or down on the list. After configuring this menu when finished. to 3 (Note) No-Execute... Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Virtualization Technology (Note) Full Screen LOGO Show Init Display ...
... the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. Press to move it up or down on the list. After configuring this menu when finished. to 3 (Note) No-Execute... Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Virtualization Technology (Note) Full Screen LOGO Show Init Display ...
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... operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function...card. This feature only works for operating systems that supports this item to Disabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. This function may enhance ...CPU overheating protection function. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 38 - When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is present only if you install a CPU that support multi-processors mode. ...
... operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function...card. This feature only works for operating systems that supports this item to Disabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. This function may enhance ...CPU overheating protection function. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 38 - When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is present only if you install a CPU that support multi-processors mode. ...
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... the 5VSB lead. The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Full-On Memory The system is set to Password. Note: To use this item and set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system. Keyboard 98 Press ... turn on this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on Windows® Vista® operating system only. - 43 - HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for the password, press again without entering the password to clear the password settings. English Resume...
... the 5VSB lead. The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Full-On Memory The system is set to Password. Note: To use this item and set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system. Keyboard 98 Press ... turn on this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on Windows® Vista® operating system only. - 43 - HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for the password, press again without entering the password to clear the password settings. English Resume...
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...Control [Disabled] x CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) 200 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) [Auto] C.I.A. 2 [Disabled] Performance Enhance [Turbo] System Memory Multiplier (SPD) [Auto] Memory Frequency (Mhz) 800 800 High Speed DRAM DLL Settings [Option 1] ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control [Manual] DDR2 OverVoltage Control... based on system configurations. This item is configurable only if the CPU Host Clock Control option is highly recommended that supports this feature. - 47 - Important It is enabled. For an 800 MHz FSB CPU, set the CPU host ...
...Control [Disabled] x CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) 200 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) [Auto] C.I.A. 2 [Disabled] Performance Enhance [Turbo] System Memory Multiplier (SPD) [Auto] Memory Frequency (Mhz) 800 800 High Speed DRAM DLL Settings [Option 1] ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control [Manual] DDR2 OverVoltage Control... based on system configurations. This item is configurable only if the CPU Host Clock Control option is highly recommended that supports this feature. - 47 - Important It is enabled. For an 800 MHz FSB CPU, set the CPU host ...
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...operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard drive access speed may affect the speed at the end of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® 2000 with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are..., the hard drive on the amount of data). • It is recommended to quickly compress and back up a hard drive than to restore it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress Recovery2 can only back up/restore the first physical hard drive that allows you to back up data...
...operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard drive access speed may affect the speed at the end of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® 2000 with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are..., the hard drive on the amount of data). • It is recommended to quickly compress and back up a hard drive than to restore it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress Recovery2 can only back up/restore the first physical hard drive that allows you to back up data...
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...from the Support\Motherboard\Utility page on our website.) The EasyTune 5 Interface Button Information Table Button/Display 1. GO 6. Display Field 8. GIGABYTE Logo 10. and M.I .B. EASY MODE/ADVANCED MODE 7. and M.I .B. SMART FAN 4. may provide optimizations for CPU and memory, enhancing ...and Execution button Toggles between Easy and Advance Mode Displays panel of CPU frequency Shows the information of the current function Visits GIGABYTE website Displays EasyTuneTM 5 help screen Quits or minimizes EasyTuneTM 5 Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in EasyTune 5 may ...
...from the Support\Motherboard\Utility page on our website.) The EasyTune 5 Interface Button Information Table Button/Display 1. GO 6. Display Field 8. GIGABYTE Logo 10. and M.I .B. EASY MODE/ADVANCED MODE 7. and M.I .B. SMART FAN 4. may provide optimizations for CPU and memory, enhancing ...and Execution button Toggles between Easy and Advance Mode Displays panel of CPU frequency Shows the information of the current function Visits GIGABYTE website Displays EasyTuneTM 5 help screen Quits or minimizes EasyTuneTM 5 Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in EasyTune 5 may ...
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.... A: If your motherboard has a clearing CMOS jumper, refer to the instructions on GIGABYTE's website. Replace the battery. 4. Saves changes and exit BIOS Setup (select "Save... your computer. 5. Q: What do I have this jumper, refer to the Support\Motherboard\FAQ page on the CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 1. A: Some motherboard provides ...Memory or motherboard error 1 long, 2 short: Monitor or graphics card error 1 long, 3 short: Keyboard error 1 long, 9 short: BIOS ROM error Continuous long beeps: Graphics card not inserted properly Continuous short beeps: Power error GA-P31-DS3/DS3L...
.... A: If your motherboard has a clearing CMOS jumper, refer to the instructions on GIGABYTE's website. Replace the battery. 4. Saves changes and exit BIOS Setup (select "Save... your computer. 5. Q: What do I have this jumper, refer to the Support\Motherboard\FAQ page on the CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 1. A: Some motherboard provides ...Memory or motherboard error 1 long, 2 short: Monitor or graphics card error 1 long, 3 short: Keyboard error 1 long, 9 short: BIOS ROM error Continuous long beeps: Graphics card not inserted properly Continuous short beeps: Power error GA-P31-DS3/DS3L...