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... performance Supports the RAID 0/1/0+1 function Supports the JBOD function Supports the Scatter/Gather function for the DMA/UDMA function Includes one embedded CPU and firmware on a local processor architecture Compatible with 4 drives. Supports ANSI ATA proposal PIO modes 0,1,2,3,4 with flow control, DMA Modes...for windows 98SE/Me/XP, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 and Linux v2,4,1,0 5 Users can reduce the driver's loading of system CPU and improve the system's ability. GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller USER'S MANUAL Features Compatible with the ATA133 specification and supports two ...
... performance Supports the RAID 0/1/0+1 function Supports the JBOD function Supports the Scatter/Gather function for the DMA/UDMA function Includes one embedded CPU and firmware on a local processor architecture Compatible with 4 drives. Supports ANSI ATA proposal PIO modes 0,1,2,3,4 with flow control, DMA Modes...for windows 98SE/Me/XP, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 and Linux v2,4,1,0 5 Users can reduce the driver's loading of system CPU and improve the system's ability. GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller USER'S MANUAL Features Compatible with the ATA133 specification and supports two ...
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... that users don't have the same data and it 's unnecessary to enhance the performance. Additionally, it also provides PCI 33MHz interface and is in high CPU operation or PCI traffic, users won't have any limitations. v2.2. Thus, users can use 6 The GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller can be easily ... the best performance and get the merit of ATA/133 drive. Its architecture can read or write two drivers at the same time to share CPU's performance. It is entirely different from the lowest speed of PIO mode drive to another new drive. When a system is programmed to the ...
... that users don't have the same data and it 's unnecessary to enhance the performance. Additionally, it also provides PCI 33MHz interface and is in high CPU operation or PCI traffic, users won't have any limitations. v2.2. Thus, users can use 6 The GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller can be easily ... the best performance and get the merit of ATA/133 drive. Its architecture can read or write two drivers at the same time to share CPU's performance. It is entirely different from the lowest speed of PIO mode drive to another new drive. When a system is programmed to the ...
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... (C) 1984-2005 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check # CPU Hyper-Threading Limit CPUID Max. Bootable Add-in Cards Menu Level `` Use or to select a device, then press to move it up,... or to 3 No-Execute Memory Protect CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) CPU EIST Function (µù) [Press Enter] [CDROM] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Setup] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [...
... (C) 1984-2005 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check # CPU Hyper-Threading Limit CPUID Max. Bootable Add-in Cards Menu Level `` Use or to select a device, then press to move it up,... or to 3 No-Execute Memory Protect CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) CPU EIST Function (µù) [Press Enter] [CDROM] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Setup] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [...
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Table of Contents GA-8I945G Pro Motherboard Layout 6 GA-8I945G Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 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 Installing/Removing Cool-Plus (Northbridge Cooling Fan 14 1-5 Installation of Memory 14 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards 16...
Table of Contents GA-8I945G Pro Motherboard Layout 6 GA-8I945G Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 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 Installing/Removing Cool-Plus (Northbridge Cooling Fan 14 1-5 Installation of Memory 14 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards 16...
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... are connected. 4. Before using the product, please verify that the power supply is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components (CPU, RAM). 4. If you are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within a electrostatic shielding container. 5. Product determined to the user. 8.... contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Damage as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD).
... are connected. 4. Before using the product, please verify that the power supply is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components (CPU, RAM). 4. If you are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within a electrostatic shielding container. 5. Product determined to the user. 8.... contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Damage as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD).
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... a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. Only for GA-8I945G. English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots ...GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) Due to 4GB memory) (Note 2) Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM Supports dual channel DDR II 667(Note 3)/533/400 DIMM 1 PCI Express x 16 slot 2 PCI Express x 1 slot 3 PCI slots 1 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of 2 IDE devices(IDE1) - Only for GA-8I945G Pro...
... a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. Only for GA-8I945G. English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots ...GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) Due to 4GB memory) (Note 2) Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM Supports dual channel DDR II 667(Note 3)/533/400 DIMM 1 PCI Express x 16 slot 2 PCI Express x 1 slot 3 PCI slots 1 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of 2 IDE devices(IDE1) - Only for GA-8I945G Pro...
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...in controller onboard BIOS IT8712 System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System / Power fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System / Power fan failure warning CPU smart fan control Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports ... Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE/FSB) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 22.0cm Only for GA-8I945G Pro. - 11 - Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) ; Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out ;...
...in controller onboard BIOS IT8712 System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System / Power fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System / Power fan failure warning CPU smart fan control Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Supports ... Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE/FSB) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 22.0cm Only for GA-8I945G Pro. - 11 - Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) ; Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out ;...
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...load plate and push the metal lever back into the socket in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If you install the CPU in a straight and downwards motion. HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of Hyper-...Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the processor specifications. Please set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it into its original position. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 12...
...load plate and push the metal lever back into the socket in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If you install the CPU in a straight and downwards motion. HT functionality requirement content : Enabling the functionality of Hyper-...Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the processor specifications. Please set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it into its original position. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 12...
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... Fig.1 Please apply an even layer of heatsink paste on the surface of the heatsink to the CPU fan header located on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the installed CPU. Fig. 4 Please make sure the Male and Female push pin are joined closely. (for detailed ...that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for Intel boxed fan) Fig. 3 Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure the push pins aim to the CPU as the picture, the installation is only for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heatsink. - 13 - ...
... Fig.1 Please apply an even layer of heatsink paste on the surface of the heatsink to the CPU fan header located on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the installed CPU. Fig. 4 Please make sure the Male and Female push pin are joined closely. (for detailed ...that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for Intel boxed fan) Fig. 3 Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure the push pins aim to the CPU as the picture, the installation is only for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heatsink. - 13 - ...
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... 24 GND - 19 - Please use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to an unstable system or a system that is unable to the CPU. Pin No. English 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector) With the use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. The ATX_12V power connector...
... 24 GND - 19 - Please use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to an unstable system or a system that is unable to the CPU. Pin No. English 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector) With the use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. The ATX_12V power connector...
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Caution! GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 20 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. Sometimes will not work. Definition 1 +12V 2 GND...Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin (only for GA-8I945G Pro. Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent CPU overheating and failure. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN/ PWR_FAN Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +12V Sense Speed...
Caution! GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 20 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. Sometimes will not work. Definition 1 +12V 2 GND...Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin (only for GA-8I945G Pro. Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent CPU overheating and failure. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN/ PWR_FAN Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +12V Sense Speed...
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...Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` PC Health Status ` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) This setup page is control CPU clock and frequency ratio. Select Language This setup page is select multi language. Please Load Optimized Defaults in standard compatible BIOS. ... Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving F3: Change Language1 F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept or enter the sub-menu. This action ...
...Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` PC Health Status ` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) This setup page is control CPU clock and frequency ratio. Select Language This setup page is select multi language. Please Load Optimized Defaults in standard compatible BIOS. ... Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving F3: Change Language1 F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept or enter the sub-menu. This action ...
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... 3 Mode Support (for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive B Both Drive A is the amount of memory located above 1 MB in the CPU's memory address map. No Errors The system boot will not stop for a disk error; This is 3 mode Floppy Drive. Total Memory This item displays the...
... 3 Mode Support (for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive B Both Drive A is the amount of memory located above 1 MB in the CPU's memory address map. No Errors The system boot will not stop for a disk error; This is 3 mode Floppy Drive. Total Memory This item displays the...
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...Pentium® 4 processor with HT Technology. ZIP Select your boot device priority by LS120. USB-HDD Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 34 - Use < > or < > to select a device, then press to move it down the list. LS120 Select your boot... Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check # CPU Hyper-Threading Limit CPUID Max. Hard Disk Boot Priority Select boot sequence for GA-8I945G Pro. Disabled Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. USB-FDD Select your boot device ...
...Pentium® 4 processor with HT Technology. ZIP Select your boot device priority by LS120. USB-HDD Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 34 - Use < > or < > to select a device, then press to move it down the list. LS120 Select your boot... Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check # CPU Hyper-Threading Limit CPUID Max. Hard Disk Boot Priority Select boot sequence for GA-8I945G Pro. Disabled Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. USB-FDD Select your boot device ...
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... Enables No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) Disabled Disables No-Execute Memory Protect function. BIOS Setup Limit CPUID Max. English CPU Hyper-Threading Enabled Disabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Disables CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disables... CPU Hyper Threading. On-Chip Frame Buffer Size 1MB Set On-chip frame buffer size to 1MB. 8MB Set On-chip frame ...
... Enables No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value) Disabled Disables No-Execute Memory Protect function. BIOS Setup Limit CPUID Max. English CPU Hyper-Threading Enabled Disabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Disables CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disables... CPU Hyper Threading. On-Chip Frame Buffer Size 1MB Set On-chip frame buffer size to 1MB. 8MB Set On-chip frame ...
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... /SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM) Detect CPU/POWER /SYSTEM Fan speed status automatically. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 42 - Current Voltage(V) Vcore / DDR18V / +3.3V / +12V Detect system's voltage status automatically. Current CPU Temperature Detect CPU temperature automatically. Monitor CPU temperature at 60oC / 140oF. Disable this function. (Default value) CPU/POWER /SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning Disabled Enabled Fan warning function disable...
... /SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM) Detect CPU/POWER /SYSTEM Fan speed status automatically. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 42 - Current Voltage(V) Vcore / DDR18V / +3.3V / +12V Detect system's voltage status automatically. Current CPU Temperature Detect CPU temperature automatically. Monitor CPU temperature at 60oC / 140oF. Disable this function. (Default value) CPU/POWER /SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning Disabled Enabled Fan warning function disable...
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...function. Auto BIOS autodetects the type of CPU fan you installed and sets the optimal CPU Smart FAN control mode for CPU fans with a 3-pin fan power cable. CPU Smart FAN Mode This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled, CPU fan will not effectively reduce the fan...the Voltage option can adjust the fan speed with a 4-pin fan power cable. With such CPU fans, selecting PWM will run at different speed depending on their requirements. However, some 4-pin CPU fan power cables are not designed following Intel 4-Wire fans PWM control specifications. PWM Set ...
...function. Auto BIOS autodetects the type of CPU fan you installed and sets the optimal CPU Smart FAN control mode for CPU fans with a 3-pin fan power cable. CPU Smart FAN Mode This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled, CPU fan will not effectively reduce the fan...the Voltage option can adjust the fan speed with a 4-pin fan power cable. With such CPU fans, selecting PWM will run at different speed depending on their requirements. However, some 4-pin CPU fan power cables are not designed following Intel 4-Wire fans PWM control specifications. PWM Set ...
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... Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2005 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CPU Clock Ratio (Note) C.A.M (Note) Robust Graphics Booster C.I .A.2 to Sports. (Automatically increase CPU frequency(7%,9%) by CPU loading. Turbo Set Robust Graphics Booster to Fast. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 44 - C.A.M (Note) High Set clock ratio for frequency-locked CPU to maximize system performance. Auto Set Robust Graphics Booster to...
... Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2005 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CPU Clock Ratio (Note) C.A.M (Note) Robust Graphics Booster C.I .A.2 to Sports. (Automatically increase CPU frequency(7%,9%) by CPU loading. Turbo Set Robust Graphics Booster to Fast. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 44 - C.A.M (Note) High Set clock ratio for frequency-locked CPU to maximize system performance. Auto Set Robust Graphics Booster to...
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... clear the CMOS setup data and perform a safe restart. Auto Set Memory frequency by CPU loading. DIMM OverVoltage Control Please note that if your system is highly dependent on CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier setting. English Turbo Full Thrust Set C.I... clock X 2.0. 2.66 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.66. 3.33 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 3.33. Auto Set Memory frequency by CPU loading. Auto Set Memory frequency by overclocking your system broken. Normal Set DIMM OverVoltage Control to Normal. (Default value) +0.1V Set DIMM OverVoltage Control...
... clear the CMOS setup data and perform a safe restart. Auto Set Memory frequency by CPU loading. DIMM OverVoltage Control Please note that if your system is highly dependent on CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier setting. English Turbo Full Thrust Set C.I... clock X 2.0. 2.66 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.66. 3.33 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 3.33. Auto Set Memory frequency by CPU loading. Auto Set Memory frequency by overclocking your system broken. Normal Set DIMM OverVoltage Control to Normal. (Default value) +0.1V Set DIMM OverVoltage Control...
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... OverVoltage Control to +0.2V. CPU Voltage Control Supports adjustable CPU Vcore from 0.8375V to 1.6000V. (Default value: Normal) Normal CPU Vcore Display your system broken. For power End-User use only! Set FSB OverVoltage Control to +0.1V. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 46 - Incorrect ...using it may cause your system broken. Set PCI-E OverVoltrage Control to +0.6V. Incorrect using it may cause your CPU Vcore Voltage. English +0.5V Set DIMM OverVoltage Control...
... OverVoltage Control to +0.2V. CPU Voltage Control Supports adjustable CPU Vcore from 0.8375V to 1.6000V. (Default value: Normal) Normal CPU Vcore Display your system broken. For power End-User use only! Set FSB OverVoltage Control to +0.1V. GA-8I945G Pro/GA-8I945G Motherboard - 46 - Incorrect ...using it may cause your system broken. Set PCI-E OverVoltrage Control to +0.6V. Incorrect using it may cause your CPU Vcore Voltage. English +0.5V Set DIMM OverVoltage Control...