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GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-8AENXPDG-1001
GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-8AENXPDG-1001
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Motherboard GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Feb. 4, 2005 Motherboard GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Feb. 4, 2005
Motherboard GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Feb. 4, 2005 Motherboard GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Feb. 4, 2005
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Table of Contents GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout 6 Block Diagram ...7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink 12 1-3-1 Installation ...(Northbridge Cooling Fan 14 1-5 Installation of Memory 14 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-7 Configuring a Quad View System 17 1-8 Installation of U-Plus DPS (Universal Plus Dual Power System 19 1-9 I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-10 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : E15 32 ...
Table of Contents GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard Layout 6 Block Diagram ...7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink 12 1-3-1 Installation ...(Northbridge Cooling Fan 14 1-5 Installation of Memory 14 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-7 Configuring a Quad View System 17 1-8 Installation of U-Plus DPS (Universal Plus Dual Power System 19 1-9 I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-10 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : E15 32 ...
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...; Northbridge: Intel® 925XE Express Chipset Southbridge: Intel® ICH6R 4 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1) Supports dual channel DDR II 711/600(Note 2)/533/400 unbrffered DIMM Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM 2 PCI Express x 16 slots 1 PCI Express x 1 slot... overclock in BIOS. For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 10 -
...; Northbridge: Intel® 925XE Express Chipset Southbridge: Intel® ICH6R 4 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1) Supports dual channel DDR II 711/600(Note 2)/533/400 unbrffered DIMM Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM 2 PCI Express x 16 slots 1 PCI Express x 1 slot... overclock in BIOS. For example, 4 GB of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 10 -
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... damage of the CPU may occur. 5. Fig. 3 Notice the small gold colored triangle located on the CPU socket to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Avoid twisting or bending motions that has optimizations for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift... conditions: 1. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the processor specifications. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 12 -
... damage of the CPU may occur. 5. Fig. 3 Notice the small gold colored triangle located on the CPU socket to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Avoid twisting or bending motions that has optimizations for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift... conditions: 1. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the processor specifications. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 12 -
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... module, please switch the direction. Then, while applying pressure to the top of the fan, carefully use a screwdriver to dislodge the extension on one direction. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 14 - Exerting too much pressure on both sides with the grooves in the heatsink as shown. It is recommended that memory of Memory Before...
... module, please switch the direction. Then, while applying pressure to the top of the fan, carefully use a screwdriver to dislodge the extension on one direction. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 14 - Exerting too much pressure on both sides with the grooves in the heatsink as shown. It is recommended that memory of Memory Before...
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... memory modules. Reverse the installation steps when you want to slot two DDR II memory modules into the DIMM socket. The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has 2 DIMM sockets as following is activated, the bandwidth of the DIMM sockets to... module vertically into the DIMMs with the same color in order for Dual Channel Technology to use dual channel memory and for Dual Channel memory configuration. 1. Dual Channel DDR II Memory Configuration The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic supports the Dual Channel Technology. If two DDR II memory modules are installed (same ...
... memory modules. Reverse the installation steps when you want to slot two DDR II memory modules into the DIMM socket. The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has 2 DIMM sockets as following is activated, the bandwidth of the DIMM sockets to... module vertically into the DIMMs with the same color in order for Dual Channel Technology to use dual channel memory and for Dual Channel memory configuration. 1. Dual Channel DDR II Memory Configuration The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic supports the Dual Channel Technology. If two DDR II memory modules are installed (same ...
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... a PCI Express x 16 expansion card: Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the expansion card. 6. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 16 - Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined...the slot. Power on identical chips and support dual view. English 1-6 Installation of expansion card from BIOS. 8. The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic will allow a four-monitor configuration(Quad View) when used in conjunction with two PCI Express graphics cards that are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. ...
... a PCI Express x 16 expansion card: Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the expansion card. 6. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 16 - Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined...the slot. Power on identical chips and support dual view. English 1-6 Installation of expansion card from BIOS. 8. The GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic will allow a four-monitor configuration(Quad View) when used in conjunction with two PCI Express graphics cards that are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. ...
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... the PCIE_1 slot when it is recommended to ensure better display performance. For example: GIGABYTE GV-NX66T128D). With Quad View technology from GIGABYTE, Dual Graphic enabled motherboards offer multiple display support on up a single graphics card system, we recommend installing the graphics card on Windows XP operating system. Multiple display support for increasing productivity Multiple display...
... the PCIE_1 slot when it is recommended to ensure better display performance. For example: GIGABYTE GV-NX66T128D). With Quad View technology from GIGABYTE, Dual Graphic enabled motherboards offer multiple display support on up a single graphics card system, we recommend installing the graphics card on Windows XP operating system. Multiple display support for increasing productivity Multiple display...
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If you must connect four different monitors to all four video output ports (D-Sub/DVI). GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 18 - Step 1-1: Observe the steps in BIOS Setup to PEG2 if the card is installed in the PCIE_16_2 slot. Step 1-2: In order to ... system and install it in the PCIE_16_1 slot, set this item to PEG; Step 2: Graphics Cards Driver Setting For detailed information about how to install the graphics card driver, please refer to the user's manual for your graphics cards to PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2 slots. English Enabling Quad View Mode-- Step 1: Install your...
If you must connect four different monitors to all four video output ports (D-Sub/DVI). GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 18 - Step 1-1: Observe the steps in BIOS Setup to PEG2 if the card is installed in the PCIE_16_2 slot. Step 1-2: In order to ... system and install it in the PCIE_16_1 slot, set this item to PEG; Step 2: Graphics Cards Driver Setting For detailed information about how to install the graphics card driver, please refer to the user's manual for your graphics cards to PCIE_16_1 and PCIE_16_2 slots. English Enabling Quad View Mode-- Step 1: Install your...
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... controller. can be connected to MIC In jack. COM A (Serial Port) Connects to the lower port (purple). Line In Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 20 - For more information please contact your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. MIC...
... controller. can be connected to MIC In jack. COM A (Serial Port) Connects to the lower port (purple). Line In Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 20 - For more information please contact your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. MIC...
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... 14 -12V 15 GND 16 PS_ON(soft On/Off) 17 GND 18 GND 19 GND 20 -5V 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 22 - Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that can withstand high power consumption be used that does not provide the required power...
... 14 -12V 15 GND 16 PS_ON(soft On/Off) 17 GND 18 GND 19 GND 20 -5V 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 22 - Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that can withstand high power consumption be used that does not provide the required power...
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... or optical drive). If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on the IDE device). 40 39 IDE1 2 1 2 40 IDE2 1 39 GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 24 - English 7) FDD (FDD Connector) The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other as Slave (for information on settings...
... or optical drive). If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on the IDE device). 40 39 IDE1 2 1 2 40 IDE2 1 39 GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 24 - English 7) FDD (FDD Connector) The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other as Slave (for information on settings...
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... Operation Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) Open: Normal Operation Close: Reset Hardware System Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) NC GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 26 - HDHD+ Reset Switch IDE Hard Disk Active LED SPEAK (Speaker Connector) (Amber) PW (Power Switch) (Red) MSG (Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) (Yellow...
... Operation Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) Open: Normal Operation Close: Reset Hardware System Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) NC GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 26 - HDHD+ Reset Switch IDE Hard Disk Active LED SPEAK (Speaker Connector) (Amber) PW (Power Switch) (Red) MSG (Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) (Yellow...
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... between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it . Be careful with the polarity of the IEEE1394 connector. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 28 - English 15) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. For optional IEEE1394 cable, please...
... between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it . Be careful with the polarity of the IEEE1394 connector. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 28 - English 15) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. For optional IEEE1394 cable, please...
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If you want to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. English 19) BATTERY Danger of used batteries according to erase CMOS... 1. Remove the battery, wait for 30 seconds. 3. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 30 - Re-install the battery. 4. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
If you want to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. English 19) BATTERY Danger of used batteries according to erase CMOS... 1. Remove the battery, wait for 30 seconds. 3. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 30 - Re-install the battery. 4. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
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...Language This setup page is the System auto detect Temperature, voltage, fan, speed. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) ESC: Quit F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash Select Language Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving F3:...enter the sub-menu. If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 32 - Please Load Optimized Defaults in standard compatible BIOS. Advanced BIOS Features This setup page includes all the ...
...Language This setup page is the System auto detect Temperature, voltage, fan, speed. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) ESC: Quit F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash Select Language Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving F3:...enter the sub-menu. If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 32 - Please Load Optimized Defaults in standard compatible BIOS. Advanced BIOS Features This setup page includes all the ...
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... Zone Landing zone Sector Number of three methods: • Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default) • None Select this information. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 34 - to 31 (or the maximum allowed in the month) Year The year, from Sun. For example, 1 p.m. IDE Channel 0 Master, Slave IDE HDD Auto...
... Zone Landing zone Sector Number of three methods: • Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default) • None Select this information. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 34 - to 31 (or the maximum allowed in the month) Year The year, from Sun. For example, 1 p.m. IDE Channel 0 Master, Slave IDE HDD Auto...
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... Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP. to exit this function. First / Second / Third Boot Device Floppy Select your boot device priority by Floppy. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 36 - Use < > or < > to select a device, then press to move it up when you install the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with HT Technology...
... Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP. to exit this function. First / Second / Third Boot Device Floppy Select your boot device priority by Floppy. GA-8AENXP Dual Graphic Motherboard - 36 - Use < > or < > to select a device, then press to move it up when you install the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with HT Technology...
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... value) (Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which card when you have to connect the display cable to the graphics card in the PCIE_16_2 slot and set this item to PEG2. English Password Check Setup The system will boot but will not access to Setup...Express VGA card (Slot2). PEG Set Init Display First to PCI Express VGA card (Slot1). (Default value) PEG2 Set Init Display First to enable the Dual Graphic function correctly, you install a PCI card and a PCI Express VGA card on the motherboard. Disabled Disables CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. (Default value...
... value) (Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which card when you have to connect the display cable to the graphics card in the PCIE_16_2 slot and set this item to PEG2. English Password Check Setup The system will boot but will not access to Setup...Express VGA card (Slot2). PEG Set Init Display First to PCI Express VGA card (Slot1). (Default value) PEG2 Set Init Display First to enable the Dual Graphic function correctly, you install a PCI card and a PCI Express VGA card on the motherboard. Disabled Disables CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. (Default value...