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All rights reserved. 1 G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.1 Published September 2008 Copyright©2008 ASRock INC.
All rights reserved. 1 G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.1 Published September 2008 Copyright©2008 ASRock INC.
User Manual
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...configuration guide to BIOS setup and information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this manual, chapter 1 and ... notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support...
...configuration guide to BIOS setup and information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this manual, chapter 1 and ... notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support...
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...Intel® ICH7 - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 3) - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics...174; G31 - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Supports DDR2 800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - Max. G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333...
...Intel® ICH7 - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 3) - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics...174; G31 - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Supports DDR2 800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - Max. G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333...
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...! To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to unplug the power cord before you handle components. 3. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component. 2.
...! To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to unplug the power cord before you handle components. 3. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component. 2.
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... slot; Installing a DIMM Please make sure to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. It will operate at single channel mode. 1. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 16
... slot; Installing a DIMM Please make sure to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. It will operate at single channel mode. 1. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 16
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... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
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G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.0 Published February 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
G31M-GS / G31M-S User Manual Version 1.0 Published February 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
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...guide to BIOS setup and information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for specific information about the ... installation. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support...
...guide to BIOS setup and information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for specific information about the ... installation. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in, 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support...
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... 3) - Northbridge: Intel® G31 - Max. G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 2) - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Max. G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL...
... 3) - Northbridge: Intel® G31 - Max. G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 2) - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Max. G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL...
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..., and/or components. 12 Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the chassis. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component. 2. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you...
..., and/or components. 12 Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the chassis. Chapter 2 Installation G31M-GS / G31M-S is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component. 2. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you...
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... if you force the DIMM into the slot at single channel mode. 1. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you install only one...
... if you force the DIMM into the slot at single channel mode. 1. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you install only one...
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... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
... exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview G31M-GS BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Thu 07/31/2008...] BIOS Version : G31M-GS P1.00 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo CPU E6540 @ 2.33GHz (64bit) Processor Speed : 2333MHz Microcode Update : 6FB/B6 Cache Size : ...
Quick Installation Guide
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...or omissions that may cause undesired operation. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages...any means, except duplication of documentation by the purchaser for backup purpose, without intent to infringe. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) ...
...or omissions that may cause undesired operation. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages...any means, except duplication of documentation by the purchaser for backup purpose, without intent to infringe. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) ...
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...: CD1 (Black) 10 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3; Red) 27 OC 800 / FSB0 / FSB1 Jumper 14 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, 28 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) Purple) 2 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard Red) 26 Print Port Header (LPT1, Purple) 13 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1; Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 15 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 2 775-Pin...
...: CD1 (Black) 10 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3; Red) 27 OC 800 / FSB0 / FSB1 Jumper 14 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, 28 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) Purple) 2 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard Red) 26 Print Port Header (LPT1, Purple) 13 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1; Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 15 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 2 775-Pin...
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...-streaming", and click "ok". Set "Speaker Configuration" to below steps for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. For Windows® VistaTM: After restarting your system. 3 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. Choose "2CH" or "4CH" and then you need to...
...-streaming", and click "ok". Set "Speaker Configuration" to below steps for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. For Windows® VistaTM: After restarting your system. 3 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. Choose "2CH" or "4CH" and then you need to...
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...updated, the content of the motherboard can be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional...model you require technical support related to this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in the Support CD. It delivers excellent ...
...updated, the content of the motherboard can be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional...model you require technical support related to this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in the Support CD. It delivers excellent ...
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Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Max. Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Max. G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm ...-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in / Front Speaker / Microphone 5 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs...
Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Max. Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Max. G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm ...-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in / Front Speaker / Microphone 5 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs...
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... Certifications - Supports "Plug and Play" - Hybrid Booster: - Chassis Fan Tachometer - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard Connector - 4 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors (No Support for RAID and "Hot Plug" functions) (see CAUTION 13) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up...
... Certifications - Supports "Plug and Play" - Hybrid Booster: - Chassis Fan Tachometer - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard Connector - 4 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors (No Support for RAID and "Hot Plug" functions) (see CAUTION 13) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up...
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...system stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of memory modules on page 24 of ASRock OC Tuner. It should be done at your system. WARNING Please realize that there is subject to change...by the chipset vendor and is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you need to SATAII connector, please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on... frequency. Before installing SATAII hard disk to adjust the jumpers. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English
...system stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of memory modules on page 24 of ASRock OC Tuner. It should be done at your system. WARNING Please realize that there is subject to change...by the chipset vendor and is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you need to SATAII connector, please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on... frequency. Before installing SATAII hard disk to adjust the jumpers. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English
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...perform over-clocking. In other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of Intelligent Energy Saver. 11. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 12. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is not recommended to spray thermal grease between... functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it back again. Before you install the PC system. 8 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
...perform over-clocking. In other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of Intelligent Energy Saver. 11. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 12. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is not recommended to spray thermal grease between... functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it back again. Before you install the PC system. 8 ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Motherboard English Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.