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Question posted by jhaymendoza on March 25th, 2013

Memory Upgrade

is there no problem regarding the the upgarde of my memory to 3 gb? i will put a 2 gb memory on the ddr2 channel 1 memory slot, and a 1gb memory to ddr2 channel 2 memory slot.thanks

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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on April 4th, 2013 1:29 PM

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According to the specifications provided by Cnet, Gigabyte GA-G31M-ES2C can accept up to 4 Gigabytes of RAM. This means that you can install 2pcs 3 Gigabyte RAM cards to this motherboard. You can read the full specifications here.

http://www.gigabyte.ph/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3486#sp

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Manual - Page 1

GA-G31M-ES2L/ GA-G31M-ES2C LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 2301 12ME-G31MES2L-2301R

Manual - Page 2

Motherboard GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C May 20, 2010 Motherboard GA-G31M-ES2L/ GA-G31M-ES2C May 20, 2010

Manual - Page 4

... Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C 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...

Manual - Page 6

...-7*R) 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-G31M-ES2L or GA-G31M-ES2C motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable Two SATA cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The...

Manual - Page 7

Only for GA-G31M-ES2L. GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C DDRII1 DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL LPT LAN VGA R_USB ATX IDE USB AUDIO F_AUDIO AR8131 AR8132 PCIE_1 PCIE_16 IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_O FDD Intel&#...

Manual - Page 8

Only for GA-G31M-ES2L. Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x1 LAN PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 RJ45 AR8131 AR8132 PCI Express Bus PCI Bus LGA775 CPU Host Interface Intel® G31 CPU CLK+/(333/266/200 MHz) DDR2 800/667 MHz Dual Channel Memory GMCH CLK (333/266...

Manual - Page 10

...; ICH7  2 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 (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)  Integrated in the... via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-G31M-ES2C. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 10 -

Manual - Page 12

GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 12 - For example, 4 GB of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need connect with the port of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is supported will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may...

Manual - Page 14

...(triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 14 - Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the ... the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. B.

Manual - Page 16

... same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 16 - The two DDR2 memory sockets are unable to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be enabled if only one DDR2 memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in only one...

Manual - Page 18

...(s). 7. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 18 - Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on your card. Turn on the top edge of...

Manual - Page 20

...connected to this jack. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need connect with the port of the LAN port LEDs. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 20 - The following describes the states of HD Audio standard via front panel and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Use... LAN Port Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for GA-G31M-ES2C.

Manual - Page 22

...orientation. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is recommended that a... -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 22 - If a power supply is not connected, the computer will not start. If the 12V ...

Manual - Page 34

...changes in the BIOS Setup program to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc.  Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the ...this function to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 34 - A user password only allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup...

Manual - Page 36

... The system boot will stop for the MS-DOS operating system. Extended Memory The amount of the currently installed hard drive. Total Memory The total amount of memory installed on the hard drive. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 36 - Drive A Allows you to None. Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. All...

Manual - Page 38

...Intel® EIST technology can function as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. Enabled Enables ...technology. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 38 - CPU Multi-Threading (Note) Allows you to determine whether to limit...

Manual - Page 44

... or removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be powered on automatically. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC ErP Support...on by keyboard, and wake on LAN. (Note) Supported on the system. Press on the system. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 44 - Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on this item. ...

Manual - Page 48

...memory voltage as required. For an 800 MHz FSB CPU, set memory voltage. Auto sets memory multiplier according to 700 MHz. the second is the memory frequency that the CPU frequency be configurable. (Default: Manual) DDR2...from 90 MHz to the memory. Lets the system operate at its best performance level. Options are dependent on CPU FSB. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 48 - The ...

Manual - Page 64

...GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 64 - 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Tab Function The CPU tab provides information on the installed memory module(s). The Memory tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard... on a specific slot to the hardware components such as CPU, chipset, and memory and reduce the useful...

Manual - Page 78

...slot and power connectors are firmly attached. Make sure the graphics card is attached to the CPU securely. Yes The problem is verified and solved. (Continued...) GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard ... motherboard. The problem is installed properly on the memory slot. Check if the memory is verified and solved. START Turn off the power. No Correctly insert the memory into the memory ...