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GA-8I915ME Series Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-I915MES-1003 * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
GA-8I915ME Series Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-I915MES-1003 * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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Table of Content GA-8I915ME Series 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 ...G.E.A.R 17 1-5-2 Graphics Card Support List 17 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-7 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 The Main Menu ...34 (For example: GA-8I915ME-GV / BIOS Ver.: F2 34 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 36 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 38 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 40 2-4 Power Management Setup 42 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 44 ...
Table of Content GA-8I915ME Series 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 ...G.E.A.R 17 1-5-2 Graphics Card Support List 17 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 20 1-7 Connectors Introduction 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 The Main Menu ...34 (For example: GA-8I915ME-GV / BIOS Ver.: F2 34 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 36 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 38 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 40 2-4 Power Management Setup 42 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations 44 ...
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Only for GA-8I915ME-C. Only for GA-8I915ME-GL. Only for GA-8I915ME-GV. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard Layout IT8712F CI KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN COM1 LPT GA-8I915ME ATX SYS_FAN FDD VGA LGA775 R_USB LAN USB F_AUDIO AUDIO1 SUR_CEN PCIE_16 Intel 915GV Intel 915GL Intel 910GL Intel 915G DIMM1 DIMM2 IDE RTL8100C RTL8110S PCI1 GEAR ICH6 -C -G -GL -GV PCI2 CODEC SPDIF_IO BUZZER F_USB1 F_USB2 BAT COM2 WOL CLR_CMOS BIOS SATA2 SATA0 BIOS_WP PWR_LED CD_IN AUX_IN F_PANEL Only for GA-8I915ME-G. - 6 -
Only for GA-8I915ME-C. Only for GA-8I915ME-GL. Only for GA-8I915ME-GV. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard Layout IT8712F CI KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN COM1 LPT GA-8I915ME ATX SYS_FAN FDD VGA LGA775 R_USB LAN USB F_AUDIO AUDIO1 SUR_CEN PCIE_16 Intel 915GV Intel 915GL Intel 910GL Intel 915G DIMM1 DIMM2 IDE RTL8100C RTL8110S PCI1 GEAR ICH6 -C -G -GL -GV PCI2 CODEC SPDIF_IO BUZZER F_USB1 F_USB2 BAT COM2 WOL CLR_CMOS BIOS SATA2 SATA0 BIOS_WP PWR_LED CD_IN AUX_IN F_PANEL Only for GA-8I915ME-G. - 6 -
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..., please follow the instructions below: 1. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Hardware Installation Installation Notices 1. Please do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its power cord. 2. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted... parameters. 6. Product determined to natural disaster, accident or human cause. 2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have these items on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage...
..., please follow the instructions below: 1. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Hardware Installation Installation Notices 1. Please do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its power cord. 2. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted... parameters. 6. Product determined to natural disaster, accident or human cause. 2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have these items on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage...
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Line Out ; Only for GA-8I915ME-GV. English 1-2 Feature Summary Motherboard CPU GA-8I915ME Series motherboard -GA-8I915ME-GV / GA-8I915ME-GL / GA-8I915ME-C / GA-8I915ME-G Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU Supports 800 / ...In connection Supports Jack-Sensing function Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems IT8712F Only for GA-8I915ME-C. Only for GA-8I915ME-GL. Only for GA-8I915ME-G. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 10 - slot (Note 3) 2 PCI slots 1 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100),...
Line Out ; Only for GA-8I915ME-GV. English 1-2 Feature Summary Motherboard CPU GA-8I915ME Series motherboard -GA-8I915ME-GV / GA-8I915ME-GL / GA-8I915ME-C / GA-8I915ME-G Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU Supports 800 / ...In connection Supports Jack-Sensing function Supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems IT8712F Only for GA-8I915ME-C. Only for GA-8I915ME-GL. Only for GA-8I915ME-G. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 10 - slot (Note 3) 2 PCI slots 1 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100),...
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... system requires all of the following conditions: 1. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 12 - Align the indented corner of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following platform components: -... located on the CPU socket. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the processor specifications. OS: An operation system that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. If you wish to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage of the CPU. Please add an even layer...
... system requires all of the following conditions: 1. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 12 - Align the indented corner of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following platform components: -... located on the CPU socket. CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the processor specifications. OS: An operation system that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. If you wish to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage of the CPU. Please add an even layer...
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... 3 Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure the push pins aim to the CPU fan header located on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of motherboard after installing. Fig. 2 (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the heatsink, on the... contrary, is to install.)Please note the direction of arrow sign on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. Hardware Installation If the push pin is only for detailed installation instructions, please refer to the heatsink ...
... 3 Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure the push pins aim to the CPU fan header located on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of motherboard after installing. Fig. 2 (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the heatsink, on the... contrary, is to install.)Please note the direction of arrow sign on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. Hardware Installation If the push pin is only for detailed installation instructions, please refer to the heatsink ...
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.... Close the plastic clip at both edges of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 14 - It is recommended that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. The DIMM slot has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can be installed in one direction. Reverse the...
.... Close the plastic clip at both edges of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 14 - It is recommended that the computer power is supported by the motherboard. The DIMM slot has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can be installed in one direction. Reverse the...
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... whitedrawable bar. Installing a PCI Express x 16/G.E.A.R. Remove your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined below: 1. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 16 - Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Power on the slot .Make sure your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the operating system...
... whitedrawable bar. Installing a PCI Express x 16/G.E.A.R. Remove your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined below: 1. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 16 - Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Power on the slot .Make sure your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the operating system...
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...driver for traditional AGP Graphics card on Intel chipset based PCI Express solution motherboard. Please view the graphics cards support list currently validated by GIGABYTE enginneers. It is G.E.A.R.? English 1-5-1 What is suggested to use PCI ...Figure 1-1. 4X AGP Card Graphics Chip Nvidia Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Model Name GA-620 GA-622 GA-660 Plus GA-GF2560 Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte GA-GF2000 GA-GF1280 GV-GF2010D GA-GF3000D GV-GF1280-32E GV-GF1280T-32P Gigabyte Gigabyte ELSA G V-GF3200TF G V-GF3500TF-GH Gladiac Ultra...
...driver for traditional AGP Graphics card on Intel chipset based PCI Express solution motherboard. Please view the graphics cards support list currently validated by GIGABYTE enginneers. It is G.E.A.R.? English 1-5-1 What is suggested to use PCI ...Figure 1-1. 4X AGP Card Graphics Chip Nvidia Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Model Name GA-620 GA-622 GA-660 Plus GA-GF2560 Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte GA-GF2000 GA-GF1280 GV-GF2010D GA-GF3000D GV-GF1280-32E GV-GF1280T-32P Gigabyte Gigabyte ELSA G V-GF3200TF G V-GF3500TF-GH Gladiac Ultra...
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Parallel Port The parallel port allows connection of 10/100/ 1000Mbps. have a standard USB interface. can be connected to MIC In jack. GA-8I915ME Series 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,...Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for GA-8I915ME-GL. For more information please contact your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. Only for possible ...
Parallel Port The parallel port allows connection of 10/100/ 1000Mbps. have a standard USB interface. can be connected to MIC In jack. GA-8I915ME Series 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,...Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for GA-8I915ME-GL. For more information please contact your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. Only for possible ...
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... the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; If the ATX_12V power connector is used (300W or greater). Definition 3 4 1 GND 1 2 2 GND 3 +12V 4 +12V GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard 13 24 - 22 - Align the power connector with... its proper location on the motherboard. If you use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to start . Caution! If a ...
... the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; If the ATX_12V power connector is used (300W or greater). Definition 3 4 1 GND 1 2 2 GND 3 +12V 4 +12V GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard 13 24 - 22 - Align the power connector with... its proper location on the motherboard. If you use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to start . Caution! If a ...
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... Connector, Controlled by ICH6) Serial ATA can then connect to the computer via an IDE connector. Definition 1 GND 1 7 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 24 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on one IDE cable, and the single IDE...
... Connector, Controlled by ICH6) Serial ATA can then connect to the computer via an IDE connector. Definition 1 GND 1 7 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 24 - Please refer to the BIOS setting for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on one IDE cable, and the single IDE...
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Pin No. Pin No. To find out if the chassis you must remove the jumpers on the motherboard. If you want to indicate whether the system is on/off. Definition 1 MPD+ 1 2 MPD- 3 MPD- 11) F_AUDIO (Front Audio ...dealer. Definition 1 MIC 10 9 2 GND 3 MIC_BIAS 4 POWER 2 1 5 FrontAudio(R) 6 Rear Audio (R)/ Return R 7 NC 8 No Pin 9 FrontAudio (L) 10 Rear Audio (L)/ Return L GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 26 - English 10) PWR_LED PWR_LED is connect with the system power indicator to use "Front Audio" connector, you are the same as the pin assignments...
Pin No. Pin No. To find out if the chassis you must remove the jumpers on the motherboard. If you want to indicate whether the system is on/off. Definition 1 MPD+ 1 2 MPD- 3 MPD- 11) F_AUDIO (Front Audio ...dealer. Definition 1 MIC 10 9 2 GND 3 MIC_BIAS 4 POWER 2 1 5 FrontAudio(R) 6 Rear Audio (R)/ Return R 7 NC 8 No Pin 9 FrontAudio (L) 10 Rear Audio (L)/ Return L GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 26 - English 10) PWR_LED PWR_LED is connect with the system power indicator to use "Front Audio" connector, you are the same as the pin assignments...
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... No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. Definition 1 NDCD B- 2 NSIN B 2 10 3 NSOUT B 4 NDTR B- 1 9 5 GND 6 NDSR B- 7 NRTS B- 8 NCTS B- 9 NRI B- 10 No Pin GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 28 - For optional COM cable, please contact your local dealer.
... No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. Definition 1 NDCD B- 2 NSIN B 2 10 3 NSOUT B 4 NDTR B- 1 9 5 GND 6 NDSR B- 7 NRTS B- 8 NCTS B- 9 NRI B- 10 No Pin GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 28 - For optional COM cable, please contact your local dealer.
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Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to prevent from improper use this jumper. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short :Clear CMOS GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 30 - To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. English 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. Pin No.
Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to prevent from improper use this jumper. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short :Clear CMOS GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 30 - To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. English 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. Pin No.
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... Menu The on , pushing the button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you wish to upgrade to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". BIOS Setup Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily... update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is displayed at the bottom of the motherboard. English Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required settings or to ...
... Menu The on , pushing the button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you wish to upgrade to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". BIOS Setup Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily... update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is displayed at the bottom of the motherboard. English Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required settings or to ...
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... you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 34 - The Main Menu (For example: GA-8I915ME-GV / BIOS Ver.: F2) Once you want, please press "Ctrl+F1" to accept or enter the sub-menu. Use arrow keys to select among the ...
... you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 34 - The Main Menu (For example: GA-8I915ME-GV / BIOS Ver.: F2) Once you want, please press "Ctrl+F1" to accept or enter the sub-menu. Use arrow keys to select among the ...
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... use one of sectors If a hard disk has not been installed, select NONE and press . For example, 1 p.m. IDE Channel 0 ~2 Master(Slave) IDE Device Setup. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 36 - Week The week, from 1 to 2098 KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Save Default ESC: Exit...
... use one of sectors If a hard disk has not been installed, select NONE and press . For example, 1 p.m. IDE Channel 0 ~2 Master(Slave) IDE Device Setup. GA-8I915ME Series Motherboard - 36 - Week The week, from 1 to 2098 KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Save Default ESC: Exit...