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... Chapter 5 Appendix...79 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 79 5-1-1 Configuring Intel P55 SATA Controllers 79 5-1-2 Configuring GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 87 5-1-3 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 93 5-1-4 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 94 ...5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 105 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 105 5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF In/Out 107 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 109 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 111...
... Chapter 5 Appendix...79 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 79 5-1-1 Configuring Intel P55 SATA Controllers 79 5-1-2 Configuring GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 87 5-1-3 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 93 5-1-4 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 94 ...5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 105 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 105 5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF In/Out 107 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 109 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 111...
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GA-P55M-UD2 Motherboard Layout KB_USB R_SPDIF R_USB_2 CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1156 PHASE LED ATX IT8720 GA-P55M-UD2 DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 R_USB_1 USB_1394_ESATA USB_LAN RTL8111D AUDIO BAT F_AUDIO PCIEX16 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN PCIEX4 SPDIF_O SPDIF_I FDD B_BIOS M_BIOS IDE GIGABYTE SATA2 TSB43AB23 Intel® P55 SATA2_4 CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN GSATA2_1 GSATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 COMA F1_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL - 7 -
GA-P55M-UD2 Motherboard Layout KB_USB R_SPDIF R_USB_2 CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1156 PHASE LED ATX IT8720 GA-P55M-UD2 DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 R_USB_1 USB_1394_ESATA USB_LAN RTL8111D AUDIO BAT F_AUDIO PCIEX16 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN PCIEX4 SPDIF_O SPDIF_I FDD B_BIOS M_BIOS IDE GIGABYTE SATA2 TSB43AB23 Intel® P55 SATA2_4 CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN GSATA2_1 GSATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 COMA F1_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL - 7 -
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...Intel® Core™ i5 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset w Intel® P55 Express Chipset Memory Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB ...for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888B codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out Support for CD In LAN...
...Intel® Core™ i5 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset w Intel® P55 Express Chipset Memory Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB ...for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888B codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out Support for CD In LAN...
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... x floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 7 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x CD In connector 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x IEEE 1394a header 1 x serial port header 1 x... x optical S/PDIF Out connector 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x RJ-45 port 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/ Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) iTE IT8720 chip Hardware Monitor w w w w w ...
... x floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 7 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x CD In connector 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x IEEE 1394a header 1 x serial port header 1 x... x optical S/PDIF Out connector 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x RJ-45 port 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/ Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) iTE IT8720 chip Hardware Monitor w w w w w ...
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... the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use this port to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to connect a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. eSATA 3Gb/s Port The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms... Use the port to SATA 3Gb/s standard and is occurring • When removing the cable connected to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to prevent an electrical short inside ...
... the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use this port to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to connect a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. eSATA 3Gb/s Port The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms... Use the port to SATA 3Gb/s standard and is occurring • When removing the cable connected to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to prevent an electrical short inside ...
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... as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack. Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Microphones must... default Mic in jack ( ). In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this jack. Rear Speaker...
... as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack. Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Microphones must... default Mic in jack ( ). In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this jack. Rear Speaker...
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... connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition 1 2 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 9 10 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD...
... connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition 1 2 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 9 10 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD...
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...expansion card. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF In cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF In cable, please...1 Power 1 2 SPDIFI 3 GND 14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time.
...expansion card. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF In cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF In cable, please...1 Power 1 2 SPDIFI 3 GND 14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time.
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... 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, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this menu...
... 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, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this menu...
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... --> 100Mbps Cable Length= 30m Link Detected Displays transmission speed. Note: The Gigabit hub will show Open and the Length fields show 0m, as shown in audio card instead of 10/100 Mbps in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. Azalia Codec Enables or disables the onboard.... (Default: Auto) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. Onboard H/W 1394 Enables or disables the onboard IEEE 1394 function. (Default: Enabled) Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN ...
... --> 100Mbps Cable Length= 30m Link Detected Displays transmission speed. Note: The Gigabit hub will show Open and the Length fields show 0m, as shown in audio card instead of 10/100 Mbps in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. Azalia Codec Enables or disables the onboard.... (Default: Auto) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. Onboard H/W 1394 Enables or disables the onboard IEEE 1394 function. (Default: Enabled) Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN ...
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...instructions use Windows Vista as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will be simultaneously processed. High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to change Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out ... out, Center/Subwoofer speaker out, and Side speaker out. - 105 - A. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configurations: Refer to MP3 music, have an Internet chat, make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. all at ...
...instructions use Windows Vista as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will be simultaneously processed. High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to change Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out ... out, Center/Subwoofer speaker out, and Side speaker out. - 105 - A. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configurations: Refer to MP3 music, have an Internet chat, make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. all at ...
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... type of device you wish to set up. Click OK to complete. The The current connected device is completed. Step 2: Connect an audio device to open the Device advanced settings dialog box. In the Speaker Configuration list, select Stereo, Quadraphonic, 5.1 Speaker, or 7.1 Speaker ...according to activate the AC'97 functionality, click the tool icon on the Sound Effects tab. C. Configuring Sound Effect You may configure an audio environment on the Speaker Configuration tab. Appendix - 106 - Then click OK. D. Select the Mute the rear output device, when a front headphone...
... type of device you wish to set up. Click OK to complete. The The current connected device is completed. Step 2: Connect an audio device to open the Device advanced settings dialog box. In the Speaker Configuration list, select Stereo, Quadraphonic, 5.1 Speaker, or 7.1 Speaker ...according to activate the AC'97 functionality, click the tool icon on the Sound Effects tab. C. Configuring Sound Effect You may configure an audio environment on the Speaker Configuration tab. Appendix - 106 - Then click OK. D. Select the Mute the rear output device, when a front headphone...
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5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF In/Out A. S/PDIF In The S/PDIF In cable (optional) allows you to input digital audio signals to select the default format. Installing the S/PDIF In Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the S/PDIF In and S/PDIF ...Out connectors may differ by model. - 107 - Configuring S/PDIF In: On the Digital Input screen, click the Default Format tab to the computer for audio processing. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the SPDIF_I header on your motherboard. Click OK to complete. (Note) The actual locations of the cable to...
5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF In/Out A. S/PDIF In The S/PDIF In cable (optional) allows you to input digital audio signals to select the default format. Installing the S/PDIF In Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the S/PDIF In and S/PDIF ...Out connectors may differ by model. - 107 - Configuring S/PDIF In: On the Digital Input screen, click the Default Format tab to the computer for audio processing. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the SPDIF_I header on your motherboard. Click OK to complete. (Note) The actual locations of the cable to...
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S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. 2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Digital Output screen, click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth. Appendix - 108 - Click OK to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: S/PDIF Coaxial Cable S/PDIF Optical Cable Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to an external decoder for decoding to complete. B.
S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. 2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Digital Output screen, click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth. Appendix - 108 - Click OK to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: S/PDIF Coaxial Cable S/PDIF Optical Cable Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to an external decoder for decoding to complete. B.
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... Microphone and select Set Default Device. - 109 - Double-click the icon to the Microphone screen. Step 3: Go to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to record the sound. Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be able... being recorded during the recording process, do not mute the playback volume. Appendix 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in jack (pink) on the front panel. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. If you set...
... Microphone and select Set Default Device. - 109 - Double-click the icon to the Microphone screen. Step 3: Go to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to record the sound. Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be able... being recorded during the recording process, do not mute the playback volume. Appendix 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in jack (pink) on the front panel. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. If you set...
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..., click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, and then click Sound Recorder to begin the sound recording. * Enabling Stereo Mix If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you want to the steps below. Select Recording Devices. Appendix - 110 - Step 2: On the Recording tab, right-click...
..., click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, and then click Sound Recorder to begin the sound recording. * Enabling Stereo Mix If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you want to the steps below. Select Recording Devices. Appendix - 110 - Step 2: On the Recording tab, right-click...
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... the Start Recording button . 3. Appendix microphone) to save the recorded audio file upon completion. Playing the Recorded Sound You can access the HD Audio Manager to configure Stereo Mix and use Sound Recorder to record the sound. 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder A. Then set it ... device (e.g. Make sure you can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format. - 111 - Be sure to the computer. 2. Recording Sound 1. To stop recording audio, click the Stop Recording button . Step 3: When the Stereo Mix item appears, right-click on...
... the Start Recording button . 3. Appendix microphone) to save the recorded audio file upon completion. Playing the Recorded Sound You can access the HD Audio Manager to configure Stereo Mix and use Sound Recorder to record the sound. 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder A. Then set it ... device (e.g. Make sure you can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format. - 111 - Be sure to the computer. 2. Recording Sound 1. To stop recording audio, click the Stop Recording button . Step 3: When the Stereo Mix item appears, right-click on...
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...shuts down and that's why the light is still on High Definition Audio Bus or Unknown device is equipped with power/amplifier. A: For motherboards that have this jumper, refer to the instructions on GIGABYTE's website. For motherboards that have turned my speaker to the maximum volume...? Q: Why cannot I install the onboard HD audio driver successfully? (For Windows XP only) A: Step 1: First, make sure ...
...shuts down and that's why the light is still on High Definition Audio Bus or Unknown device is equipped with power/amplifier. A: For motherboards that have this jumper, refer to the instructions on GIGABYTE's website. For motherboards that have turned my speaker to the maximum volume...? Q: Why cannot I install the onboard HD audio driver successfully? (For Windows XP only) A: Step 1: First, make sure ...