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...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 12 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink 13 1-4 Installation of Memory 14 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS... Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : F5 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 Integrated...
...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 12 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink 13 1-4 Installation of Memory 14 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS... Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : F5 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 Integrated...
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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 .../333MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory DDRII 600(Note)/533/400MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (133/200MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz Dual BIOS 4 Serial ATA ATA33/66/100 IDE1 Channels Floppy IT 8712 LPT Port IDE2/IDE3 3 PCI CODEC COM Port 8 USB Ports 24MHz ...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 .../333MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory DDRII 600(Note)/533/400MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCHCLK (133/200MHz) 66MHz 33MHz 14.318MHz 48MHz Dual BIOS 4 Serial ATA ATA33/66/100 IDE1 Channels Floppy IT 8712 LPT Port IDE2/IDE3 3 PCI CODEC COM Port 8 USB Ports 24MHz ...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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Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Only for GA-8I915P Duo. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard LAN Supports the latest Intel® Pentium...; 2 RJ 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.
Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Only for GA-8I915P Duo. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard LAN Supports the latest Intel® Pentium...; 2 RJ 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.
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...messages during boot-up Mirroring supports automatic background rebuilds Features LBA and Extended Interrupt 13 drive translation in controller onboard BIOS IT8712 System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System / Power fan speed detection ...control Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports Dual BIOS /Q-Flash/Multilanguage Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 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 -
...messages during boot-up Mirroring supports automatic background rebuilds Features LBA and Extended Interrupt 13 drive translation in controller onboard BIOS IT8712 System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System / Power fan speed detection ...control Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports Dual BIOS /Q-Flash/Multilanguage Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 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 -
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...CPU in accordance with the following platform components: - Chipset: An Intel® Chipset that might cause damage to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 12 - Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the edge of the following conditions: 1. It is not recommended that ... direction of the CPU with HT Technology - HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of the CPU may occur. 5. BIOS: A BIOS that has optimizations for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on ...
...CPU in accordance with the following platform components: - Chipset: An Intel® Chipset that might cause damage to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 12 - Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the edge of the following conditions: 1. It is not recommended that ... direction of the CPU with HT Technology - HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of the CPU may occur. 5. BIOS: A BIOS that has optimizations for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on ...
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...A memory module can be installed in one direction. Memory modules are unable to remove the DIMM module. Then push it down. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 14 - Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer power is supported by the motherboard....vertically into the DIMM socket. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports DDR II & DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. The memory capacity used is switched off to lock the DIMM module. Fig.2 Close the...
...A memory module can be installed in one direction. Memory modules are unable to remove the DIMM module. Then push it down. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 14 - Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer power is supported by the motherboard....vertically into the DIMM socket. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports DDR II & DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. The memory capacity used is switched off to lock the DIMM module. Fig.2 Close the...
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...2. Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x 16 slot and press firmly down on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of the expansion card. 6. Replace your expansion card by the small white-drawable bar. Power on the slot .Make sure your ... install your computer's chassis cover. 7. English 1-5 Installation of the PCI Express x 16 slot when you try to install/Uninstall the VGA card. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 16 - Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Install related driver from the computer. 3. ...
...2. Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x 16 slot and press firmly down on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of the expansion card. 6. Replace your expansion card by the small white-drawable bar. Power on the slot .Make sure your ... install your computer's chassis cover. 7. English 1-5 Installation of the PCI Express x 16 slot when you try to install/Uninstall the VGA card. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 16 - Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Install related driver from the computer. 3. ...
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Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 11) PWR_LED PWR_LED is on/off. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. 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. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is connect with the system power indicator to work properly. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD-
Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 11) PWR_LED PWR_LED is on/off. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. 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. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to indicate whether the system is connect with the system power indicator to work properly. Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD-
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Pin No. To enable AC'97 Audio, from BIOS settings, set Front Panel Type under Integrated Peripherals to AC97. 14) CD_IN (CD IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to work or ... connect the audio panel cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to the connector. 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 No. To enable AC'97 Audio, from BIOS settings, set Front Panel Type under Integrated Peripherals to AC97. 14) CD_IN (CD IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to work or ... connect the audio panel cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to the connector. 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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...or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that BIOS needs to be used. Exit current page and return to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". English Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic ...changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu - Quit and not save the current BIOS to use and the possible selections for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 29 - You can be reset to its original settings. CONTROL KEYS Enter> Move to activate certain...
...or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that BIOS needs to be used. Exit current page and return to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". English Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic ...changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu - Quit and not save the current BIOS to use and the possible selections for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 29 - You can be reset to its original settings. CONTROL KEYS Enter> Move to activate certain...
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...will appear on the screen. If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. This action makes the system reset to the default for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press... to search the advanced option hidden. English The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : F5) Once you want, please press "Ctrl+F1...
...will appear on the screen. If you can't find the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. This action makes the system reset to the default for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press... to search the advanced option hidden. English The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : F5) Once you want, please press "Ctrl+F1...
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BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system. Save & Exit Setup Save CMOS value settings to Setup. Set User Password Change, set , or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to CMOS and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup. - 31 - English Load Optimized Defaults Optimized Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in best performance configuration. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password.
BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system. Save & Exit Setup Save CMOS value settings to Setup. Set User Password Change, set , or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to CMOS and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup. - 31 - English Load Optimized Defaults Optimized Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in best performance configuration. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password.
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... zone Sector Number of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to 31 (or maximum allowed in . to Sat. The four options are used and the system will skip the automatic detection step and allow for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Enter the appropriate option based on this if...time clock. Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 127M 128M 1 to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default) None Select this information. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 32 - is calculated base on the outside drive casing. Only for faster system start up. For example, 1 p.m. IDE Channel...
... zone Sector Number of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to 31 (or maximum allowed in . to Sat. The four options are used and the system will skip the automatic detection step and allow for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. Enter the appropriate option based on this if...time clock. Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 127M 128M 1 to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default) None Select this information. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 32 - is calculated base on the outside drive casing. Only for faster system start up. For example, 1 p.m. IDE Channel...
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... 1.44M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44M byte capacity. 2.88M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 2.88M byte capacity. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be stopped. This is 3 mode Floppy Drive. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for... prompted. Floppy 3 Mode Support (for a keyboard or disk error; Both Drive A & B are 3 mode Floppy Drives. Base Memory The POST of the BIOS will not stop for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive B Drive A is the amount of memory located above 1 MB ...
... 1.44M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44M byte capacity. 2.88M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 2.88M byte capacity. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be stopped. This is 3 mode Floppy Drive. All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for... prompted. Floppy 3 Mode Support (for a keyboard or disk error; Both Drive A & B are 3 mode Floppy Drives. Base Memory The POST of the BIOS will not stop for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive B Drive A is the amount of memory located above 1 MB ...
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...priority by USB-ZIP. LS120 Select your boot device priority by Floppy. Only for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 34 - USB-ZIP Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD. LAN Select your boot device priority by LS120. USB-... priority by USB-CDROM. USB-CDROM Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk. English 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check # ...
...priority by USB-ZIP. LS120 Select your boot device priority by Floppy. Only for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 34 - USB-ZIP Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD. LAN Select your boot device priority by LS120. USB-... priority by USB-CDROM. USB-CDROM Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk. English 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check # ...
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... Enabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Disabled Disables CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disabled Disables CPU Hyper Threading. BIOS Setup Limit CPUID Max. Disabled Disables No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enabled Enables CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function...
... Enabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Disabled Disables CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disabled Disables CPU Hyper Threading. BIOS Setup Limit CPUID Max. Disabled Disables No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enabled Enables CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function...
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... HD Audio. USB 2.0 Controller Disable this item to AC97. AC97 HD Audio Set front audio panel type to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. BIOS Setup If PATA IDE were set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave, this function will auto set this function. Disabled Disable USB Keyboard Support. ...HDDs on the Enhanced motherboard; 2 for SATA and the other for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 37 - Front Panel Type If you can use . USB Controller Enabled Enable USB Controller. (Default value) Disabled Disable USB Controller. Auto Combined BIOS will be simulated to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. Non-Combined Set ...
... HD Audio. USB 2.0 Controller Disable this item to AC97. AC97 HD Audio Set front audio panel type to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. BIOS Setup If PATA IDE were set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave, this function will auto set this function. Disabled Disable USB Keyboard Support. ...HDDs on the Enhanced motherboard; 2 for SATA and the other for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. - 37 - Front Panel Type If you can use . USB Controller Enabled Enable USB Controller. (Default value) Disabled Disable USB Controller. Auto Combined BIOS will be simulated to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. Non-Combined Set ...
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...1394 function.(Default value) Disable this function. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Onboard Serial Port 1 Auto 3F8/IRQ4 BIOS will automatically setup the port 1 address. Enabled Enable this function. Enable onboard IrDA port and address is 3F8. 2F8/IRQ3 3E8...address is 3E8. 2E8/IRQ3 Disabled Enable onboard IrDA port and address is 3E8. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 38 - ASKIR Set onboard I /O chip UART to IrDA Mode. (Default value) Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. IrDA Set onboard I /O chip UART to determine which Infra Red(IR) function ...
...1394 function.(Default value) Disable this function. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Onboard Serial Port 1 Auto 3F8/IRQ4 BIOS will automatically setup the port 1 address. Enabled Enable this function. Enable onboard IrDA port and address is 3F8. 2F8/IRQ3 3E8...address is 3E8. 2E8/IRQ3 Disabled Enable onboard IrDA port and address is 3E8. GA-8I915P Duo (Pro) Motherboard - 38 - ASKIR Set onboard I /O chip UART to IrDA Mode. (Default value) Only for GA-8I915P Duo Pro. IrDA Set onboard I /O chip UART to determine which Infra Red(IR) function ...