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GA-8I915MD-G/ GA-8I915MD-GV Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8I915MDS-1003R
GA-8I915MD-G/ GA-8I915MD-GV Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8I915MDS-1003R
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Motherboard GA-8I915MD-G Sept. 1, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I915MD-G Sept. 1, 2005
Motherboard GA-8I915MD-G Sept. 1, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I915MD-G Sept. 1, 2005
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Motherboard GA-8I915MD-GV Sept. 1, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I915MD-GV Sept. 1, 2005
Motherboard GA-8I915MD-GV Sept. 1, 2005 Motherboard GA-8I915MD-GV Sept. 1, 2005
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Table of Contents GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G 8 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV 9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary ... I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-7 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : GA-8I915MD-G F3a 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 40 2-5 PnP/PCI ... & Exit Setup 47 2-12 Exit Without Saving 47 "*" Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 5 -
Table of Contents GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G 8 Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV 9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary ... I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-7 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : GA-8I915MD-G F3a 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 40 2-5 PnP/PCI ... & Exit Setup 47 2-12 Exit Without Saving 47 "*" Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 5 -
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Only for GA-8I915MD-G. GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ATX CI IDE1 IT8712 COMA GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV LPT LAN VGA USB DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL USB AUDIO Intel 915G / Intel 915GV PCIE_16 RTL8110S / RTL8100C CD_IN CODEC AUX_IN F_AUDIO SUR_CEN SPDIF_IO COMB PCI1 PCI2 Intel ICH6 PCI3 SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 DDRII1 FDD SATA1 SATA0 BIOS BAT CLR_CMOS Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 7 -
Only for GA-8I915MD-G. GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ATX CI IDE1 IT8712 COMA GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV LPT LAN VGA USB DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL USB AUDIO Intel 915G / Intel 915GV PCIE_16 RTL8110S / RTL8100C CD_IN CODEC AUX_IN F_AUDIO SUR_CEN SPDIF_IO COMB PCI1 PCI2 Intel ICH6 PCI3 SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 DDRII1 FDD SATA1 SATA0 BIOS BAT CLR_CMOS Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. - 7 -
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Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G) PCI-ECLK (100MHz) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) PCI Express x16 VGA PCI Bus RTL8110S RJ45 Host Interface DDRII 600(Note)/533/400MHz DIMM Intel 915G MCH Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 8 -
Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-G) PCI-ECLK (100MHz) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) PCI Express x16 VGA PCI Bus RTL8110S RJ45 Host Interface DDRII 600(Note)/533/400MHz DIMM Intel 915G MCH Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 8 -
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Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) VGA PCI-ECLK (100MHz) PCI Express x4 PCI Bus RTL8100C RJ45 Host Interface Intel 915GV MCH DDRII 600(Note)533/400MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 9 -
Block Diagram (GA-8I915MD-GV) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) VGA PCI-ECLK (100MHz) PCI Express x4 PCI Bus RTL8100C RJ45 Host Interface Intel 915GV MCH DDRII 600(Note)533/400MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (200/133MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz BIOS 2 Serial ATA Intel ATA33/66/100 ICH6 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8712 LPT Port COM Ports 3 PCI CODEC 8 USB Ports 24MHz 33MHz PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC Line-Out Line-In PCICLK (33MHz) (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. - 9 -
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... not allow screws to come in the user manual. 3. Instances of uncertified components. 5. Please do not place the computer system on the motherboard. Thus, prior to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 11 - It is switched off the computer and unplug its components. 5. English Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation Preparing Your...
... not allow screws to come in the user manual. 3. Instances of uncertified components. 5. Please do not place the computer system on the motherboard. Thus, prior to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 11 - It is switched off the computer and unplug its components. 5. English Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation Preparing Your...
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...GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 12 - The GA-8I915MD-G supports up to PCI Express x 4 mode (please refer to PCI Express x16 mode. Only for GA-8I915MD-G. Line Out ; Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. English 1-2 Feature Summary Motherboard CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard VGA Onboard LAN Onboard Audio I/O Control GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV... port 1 PS/2 mouse port Built-in BIOS. (Note 2) The GA-8I915MD-GV supports up to the VGA cards support list on the Win 2000/XP operating systems Realtek ALC655...
...GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 12 - The GA-8I915MD-G supports up to PCI Express x 4 mode (please refer to PCI Express x16 mode. Only for GA-8I915MD-G. Line Out ; Only for GA-8I915MD-GV. English 1-2 Feature Summary Motherboard CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard VGA Onboard LAN Onboard Audio I/O Control GA-8I915MD-G or GA-8I915MD-GV... port 1 PS/2 mouse port Built-in BIOS. (Note 2) The GA-8I915MD-GV supports up to the VGA cards support list on the Win 2000/XP operating systems Realtek ALC655...
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English Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System fan failure warning CPU smart fan control BIOS Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports Q-Flash Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 (only supports Hardware Monitor function)(Note 3) Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 21.5cm (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 13 - Hardware Installation
English Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System fan failure warning CPU smart fan control BIOS Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports Q-Flash Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 (only supports Hardware Monitor function)(Note 3) Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 21.5cm (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 13 - Hardware Installation
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... for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 14 - BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology - Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. 3. It is installed on the CPU socket... card, memory, hard drive, etc. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the edge of the CPU may occur. 5. Avoid twisting or bending motions that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2.
... for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 14 - BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology - Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. 3. It is installed on the CPU socket... card, memory, hard drive, etc. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the edge of the CPU may occur. 5. Avoid twisting or bending motions that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2.
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...Fig. 4 Please make sure the push pins aim to the heatsink installation section of the user manual) Fig. 5 Please check the back of motherboard after installing. Hardware Installation Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the heatsink to the CPU as the picture, the installation is ...suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for detailed installation instructions, please refer to the pin hole on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. The heatsink may adhere to the CPU fan header located on the surface of the installed CPU....
...Fig. 4 Please make sure the push pins aim to the heatsink installation section of the user manual) Fig. 5 Please check the back of motherboard after installing. Hardware Installation Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the heatsink to the CPU as the picture, the installation is ...suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for detailed installation instructions, please refer to the pin hole on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. The heatsink may adhere to the CPU fan header located on the surface of the installed CPU....
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The motherboard supports DDR II memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Reverse the installation steps when you are designed so that the .... Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. It is supported by the motherboard. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 16 - Please make sure that they can be inserted only in only one direction. If you wish to prevent hardware damage. 3. English 1-4 Installation of the...
The motherboard supports DDR II memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Reverse the installation steps when you are designed so that the .... Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. It is supported by the motherboard. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 16 - Please make sure that they can be inserted only in only one direction. If you wish to prevent hardware damage. 3. English 1-4 Installation of the...
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... 7. When using an add-on graphics card.) Figure 1-1. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 18 - To be continued... PCI Express x16 Cards Graphics Chip Nvidia Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Model Name GV-NX53128D GV-NX57128D GV-NX59128D GV-NX62128D GV-NX66256D GV-NX66T128VP "*" Only for the add-on graphics card, please... the PCI Express x 16 slot. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before installing the driver for GA-8I915MD-GV. Replace the screw to the onboard PCI Express x 16 slot and press firmly down on the computer, if...
... 7. When using an add-on graphics card.) Figure 1-1. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 18 - To be continued... PCI Express x16 Cards Graphics Chip Nvidia Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Model Name GV-NX53128D GV-NX57128D GV-NX59128D GV-NX62128D GV-NX66256D GV-NX66T128VP "*" Only for the add-on graphics card, please... the PCI Express x 16 slot. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before installing the driver for GA-8I915MD-GV. Replace the screw to the onboard PCI Express x 16 slot and press firmly down on the computer, if...
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... Microphone can be connected to configure 2-/4-/6-channel audio functioning. Also make sure your OS or device(s) vendors. Line In Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 20 - English 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port...
... Microphone can be connected to configure 2-/4-/6-channel audio functioning. Also make sure your OS or device(s) vendors. Line In Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 20 - English 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port...
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... 22 +5V 11 +12V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 23 +5V (Only for 24-pin ATX) 1 13 12 3.3V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 24 GND(Only for 24-pin ATX) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 22 - Please use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the... motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; It is not connected, the system will not start . Definition Pin No. Otherwise, please do not remove it. 42 ...
... 22 +5V 11 +12V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 23 +5V (Only for 24-pin ATX) 1 13 12 3.3V(Onlyfor24-pinATX) 24 GND(Only for 24-pin ATX) GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 22 - Please use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the... motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; It is not connected, the system will not start . Definition Pin No. Otherwise, please do not remove it. 42 ...
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... as Slave (for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to 150MB/s transfer rate. Definition 1 GND 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 1 7 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 24 - If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on the IDE device). 40 39 2 1 7) SATA0/SATA1 (SATA Connector) SATA can...
... as Slave (for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to 150MB/s transfer rate. Definition 1 GND 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 1 7 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 24 - If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on the IDE device). 40 39 2 1 7) SATA0/SATA1 (SATA Connector) SATA can...
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Speaker Connector Power Switch Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED SPEAK- 20 19 SPEAK+ PWPW+ MSGMSG+ 21 NCRES+ RES- Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. Pin 3: NC Pin 4: Data(-) Open: Normal Close: Reset Hardware System Open: Normal Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) ...
Speaker Connector Power Switch Message LED/ Power/ Sleep LED SPEAK- 20 19 SPEAK+ PWPW+ MSGMSG+ 21 NCRES+ RES- Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. Pin 3: NC Pin 4: Data(-) Open: Normal Close: Reset Hardware System Open: Normal Close: Power On/Off Pin 1: LED anode(+) Pin 2: LED cathode(-) ...
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Definition 1 Power 9 1 2 Power 10 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB Dy- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB Dy+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 28 - For optional front USB cable, please contact your nearest dealer for optional SUR_CEN cable. 26 15 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Definition SUR OUTL SUR OUTR GND ...
Definition 1 Power 9 1 2 Power 10 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB Dy- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB Dy+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 28 - For optional front USB cable, please contact your nearest dealer for optional SUR_CEN cable. 26 15 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Definition SUR OUTL SUR OUTR GND ...
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... recommended by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS 19) BAT(Battery) Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Re-install the battery. 4. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 30 - English 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by the manufacturer. If you can use this jumper...
... recommended by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS 19) BAT(Battery) Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Re-install the battery. 4. GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard - 30 - English 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by the manufacturer. If you can use this jumper...