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GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1303 12ME-8I915PUP-1303
GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1303 12ME-8I915PUP-1303
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Motherboard GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Jul. 2, 2004 Motherboard GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Jul. 2, 2004
Motherboard GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Jul. 2, 2004 Motherboard GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Jul. 2, 2004
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Table of Contents GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) 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 of the CPU ...
Table of Contents GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) 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 of the CPU ...
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Chapter 3 Install Drivers 49 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 49 3-2 Software Applications 50 3-3 Driver CD Information 50 3-4 Hardware Information 51 3-5 Contact Us ...51 Chapter 4 Appendix 53 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 53 4-1-1 Xpress Recovery Introduction 54 4-1-2 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 57 4-1-3 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction 68 4-1-4 2 / 4 / 5.1 / 7.1 Channel Audio Function Introduction 75 4-2 Troubleshooting 81 Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 5 -
Chapter 3 Install Drivers 49 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 49 3-2 Software Applications 50 3-3 Driver CD Information 50 3-4 Hardware Information 51 3-5 Contact Us ...51 Chapter 4 Appendix 53 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 53 4-1-1 Xpress Recovery Introduction 54 4-1-2 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 57 4-1-3 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction 68 4-1-4 2 / 4 / 5.1 / 7.1 Channel Audio Function Introduction 75 4-2 Troubleshooting 81 Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 5 -
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Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard Layout DDRII_2 DDRII_1 DDR1 DDR2 PWR_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 ATX SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CPU_FAN COMA LPT IDE1 GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) USB USB LAN2 LAN1 AUDIO1 AUDIO2 CD_IN AZALIA_FP Broadcom 5751 /5789 NB_FAN Broadcom 5751/5789 PCIE_1 CODEC PCIE_2 IT8712 IR Intel 915P PCIE_16 CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN Main BIOS Backup BIOS BAT PCI1 PCI2 TSB43AB23 PCI3 F1_1394 ICH6 / ICH6R S_ATA3 S_ATA2 S_ATA1 S_ATA0 VT6410 IDE3 FDD F_USB2 F_PANEL F_USB1 IDE2 F2_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-8I915P Duo. - 6 -
Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard Layout DDRII_2 DDRII_1 DDR1 DDR2 PWR_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 ATX SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CPU_FAN COMA LPT IDE1 GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) USB USB LAN2 LAN1 AUDIO1 AUDIO2 CD_IN AZALIA_FP Broadcom 5751 /5789 NB_FAN Broadcom 5751/5789 PCIE_1 CODEC PCIE_2 IT8712 IR Intel 915P PCIE_16 CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN Main BIOS Backup BIOS BAT PCI1 PCI2 TSB43AB23 PCI3 F1_1394 ICH6 / ICH6R S_ATA3 S_ATA2 S_ATA1 S_ATA0 VT6410 IDE3 FDD F_USB2 F_PANEL F_USB1 IDE2 F2_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-8I915P Duo. - 6 -
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Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Block Diagram PCI-ECLK (100MHz) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) PCI-ECLK (100MHz) PCI Express x16 Host Interface Intel 915P MCH 2 PCI Express x 1 Ports RJ45 ... SPDIF Out (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. Only for GA-8I915P Duo. - 7 -
Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Block Diagram PCI-ECLK (100MHz) LGA775 Processor CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz) PCI-ECLK (100MHz) PCI Express x16 Host Interface Intel 915P MCH 2 PCI Express x 1 Ports RJ45 ... SPDIF Out (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. Only for GA-8I915P Duo. - 7 -
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... 45 port--LAN1 / LAN2 (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 10 - Only for GA-8I915P Duo. Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro.
... 45 port--LAN1 / LAN2 (Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB processor and overclock in BIOS. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 10 - Only for GA-8I915P Duo. Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro.
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... Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCI-E) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 11 - Line Out ;
... Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCI-E) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 11 - Line Out ;
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... for the peripherals. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 12 - If you install the CPU in accordance with the following platform components: - Align the indented corner of the following conditions: 1. If you wish...
... for the peripherals. BIOS: A BIOS that the system bus frequency be set beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 12 - If you install the CPU in accordance with the following platform components: - Align the indented corner of the following conditions: 1. If you wish...
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... recommended that they can differ with the following conditions: 1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. It is supported by the motherboard. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 14 - If you wish to prevent hardware damage. 3. English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. Please make...
... recommended that they can differ with the following conditions: 1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. It is supported by the motherboard. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 14 - If you wish to prevent hardware damage. 3. English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. Please make...
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... when two memory modules are installed (the same memory size and type): The Dual Channel Technology will add double up to 6.4GB/s(DDR) ; 8.5GB(DDRII) GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR 1 or Channel A : DDR II 1 Channel B : DDR ... can't operate when only one DDR/DDR II memory module is not supported. - 15 - English Dual Channel DDR/DDR II GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) supports the Dual Channel Technology. We'll strongly recommend our user to work. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of...
... when two memory modules are installed (the same memory size and type): The Dual Channel Technology will add double up to 6.4GB/s(DDR) ; 8.5GB(DDRII) GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR 1 or Channel A : DDR II 1 Channel B : DDR ... can't operate when only one DDR/DDR II memory module is not supported. - 15 - English Dual Channel DDR/DDR II GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) supports the Dual Channel Technology. We'll strongly recommend our user to work. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of...
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... system. Please align the VGA card to install/Uninstall the VGA card. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 16 - English 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards You can install your expansion card by the small white-drawable bar. Read the related expansion card's instruction...
... system. Please align the VGA card to install/Uninstall the VGA card. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 16 - English 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards You can install your expansion card by the small white-drawable bar. Read the related expansion card's instruction...
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... upgrade. COM A (Serial Port) Connects to an external Dolby Digital Decoder. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS ven dor for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 17 - Hardware Installation USB port Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip...
... upgrade. COM A (Serial Port) Connects to an external Dolby Digital Decoder. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS ven dor for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 17 - Hardware Installation USB port Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip...
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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Connect the Center/Subwoofer channels to this connector. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 18 - Surround Speaker Out Connect the surround channels to this connector. You can use audio software to this connector. English Back Surround Speaker Out ... / S_ATA1 / S_ATA2 / S_ATA3 11) PWR_LED 12) F_PANEL 13) AZALIA_FP 14) CD_IN 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) IR 18) CLR_CMOS 19) BAT Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro.
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Connect the Center/Subwoofer channels to this connector. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 18 - Surround Speaker Out Connect the surround channels to this connector. You can use audio software to this connector. English Back Surround Speaker Out ... / S_ATA1 / S_ATA2 / S_ATA3 11) PWR_LED 12) F_PANEL 13) AZALIA_FP 14) CD_IN 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) IR 18) CLR_CMOS 19) BAT Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro.
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... power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. Caution! Definition 1 1 +12V 2 GND GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 20 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. English 3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan...
... power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. Caution! Definition 1 1 +12V 2 GND GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 20 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. English 3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan...
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Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 11) PWR_LED PWR_LED is connect with the system power indicator to work properly. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 22 - English 10) S_ATA0/S_ATA1/S_ATA2/S_ATA3 (Serial ATA Connector) Serial ATA can provide 150MB/s transfer rate. Pin No. Pin No. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is on/off.
Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 11) PWR_LED PWR_LED is connect with the system power indicator to work properly. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 22 - English 10) S_ATA0/S_ATA1/S_ATA2/S_ATA3 (Serial ATA Connector) Serial ATA can provide 150MB/s transfer rate. Pin No. Pin No. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is on/off.
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... Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 N/A HD Audio is supported to connect HD(High Definition) Audio and AC'97 Audio. Pin No. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 24 - For optional audio panel cable, please contact your local dealer. 10 9 2 1 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET Line2_R FSENSE1...
... Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 N/A HD Audio is supported to connect HD(High Definition) Audio and AC'97 Audio. Pin No. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 24 - For optional audio panel cable, please contact your local dealer. 10 9 2 1 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET Line2_R FSENSE1...
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... make the device unable to work or even damage it . Hardware Installation Definition 1 15 F2_1394 1 Power 2 Power 2 10 3 TPA0+ 4 TPA0- 1 9 F1_1394 5 GND 6 GND Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to...
... make the device unable to work or even damage it . Hardware Installation Definition 1 15 F2_1394 1 Power 2 Power 2 10 3 TPA0+ 4 TPA0- 1 9 F1_1394 5 GND 6 GND Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to...
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English 17) IR Be careful with the polarity of the IR connector while you connect the IR. Pin No. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 26 - Definition 1 VCC 2 No Pin 1 3 IR RX 4 GND 5 IR TX 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to prevent from improper use this jumper. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional IR device.
English 17) IR Be careful with the polarity of the IR connector while you connect the IR. Pin No. To clear CMOS, temporarily short 1-2 pin. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to its default values by this jumper. 1 Open: Normal 1 Short: Clear CMOS GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 26 - Definition 1 VCC 2 No Pin 1 3 IR RX 4 GND 5 IR TX 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS) You may clear the CMOS data to prevent from improper use this jumper. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional IR device.