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GA-8I945GZME-RH Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-945GZMER-1003R * 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-8I945GZME-RH Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-945GZMER-1003R * 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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Motherboard GA-8I945GZME-RH Jun. 14, 2006 Motherboard GA-8I945GZME-RH Jun. 14, 2006
Motherboard GA-8I945GZME-RH Jun. 14, 2006 Motherboard GA-8I945GZME-RH Jun. 14, 2006
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Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-8I945GZME-RH 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 CPU Cooler 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ...
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-8I945GZME-RH 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 CPU Cooler 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ...
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GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard Layout GA-8I945GZME-RH IT8718 KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN VGA COMA LPT ATX R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO SYS _FAN F_AUDIO HDA_SUR Marvell 8001 CODEC CD_IN COMB SPDIF_IO Intel 945GZ PCIE_16 DDRII1 DDRII2 IDE FDD PCI1 SATAII2 PCI2 ICH7 SATAII3 PCI3 BIOS F_USB1 F_USB2 SATAII0 SATAII1 PWR_LED BAT CI CLR_CMOS F_PANEL - 7 -
GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard Layout GA-8I945GZME-RH IT8718 KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN VGA COMA LPT ATX R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO SYS _FAN F_AUDIO HDA_SUR Marvell 8001 CODEC CD_IN COMB SPDIF_IO Intel 945GZ PCIE_16 DDRII1 DDRII2 IDE FDD PCI1 SATAII2 PCI2 ICH7 SATAII3 PCI3 BIOS F_USB1 F_USB2 SATAII0 SATAII1 PWR_LED BAT CI CLR_CMOS F_PANEL - 7 -
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... technician. If you are required for warranty validation. 2. Product determined to improper installation. 4. Installation Notices 1. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Hardware Installation Thus, prior to use exceeding the permitted parameters. 6. Please make sure there are connected. 4. Instances of... cuff when handling electronic components (CPU, RAM). 4. To prevent damage to the user. 8. Damage as physical harm to the motherboard, please do not remove the stickers on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage due to the...
... technician. If you are required for warranty validation. 2. Product determined to improper installation. 4. Installation Notices 1. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Hardware Installation Thus, prior to use exceeding the permitted parameters. 6. Please make sure there are connected. 4. Instances of... cuff when handling electronic components (CPU, RAM). 4. To prevent damage to the user. 8. Damage as physical harm to the motherboard, please do not remove the stickers on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage due to the...
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... connector 1 COMB connector 1 power LED connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cables 1 SPDIF In/Out connector 1 HDA_SUR connector GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 10 -
... connector 1 COMB connector 1 power LED connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cables 1 SPDIF In/Out connector 1 HDA_SUR connector GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 10 -
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... Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 22.0cm (Note 1) For further CPU support information, please go to GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) The GA-8I945GZME-RH supports up to PCI Express x4 mode. (please refer to the VGA cards support list on page 16) (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 11 - Hardware Installation
... Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 22.0cm (Note 1) For further CPU support information, please go to GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) The GA-8I945GZME-RH supports up to PCI Express x4 mode. (please refer to the VGA cards support list on page 16) (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 11 - Hardware Installation
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...damage of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 12 - Avoid twisting or bending motions that has optimizations for the peripherals. Please make sure the heatsink is not recommended that the... motherboard supports the CPU. 2. If you install the CPU in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. Please set the ...
...damage of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 12 - Avoid twisting or bending motions that has optimizations for the peripherals. Please make sure the heatsink is not recommended that the... motherboard supports the CPU. 2. If you install the CPU in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. Please set the ...
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... before installation. (This instruction is complete. If the push pin is inserted as a result of hardening of arrow sign on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of motherboard after installing. English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Fig.1 Please...
... before installation. (This instruction is complete. If the push pin is inserted as a result of hardening of arrow sign on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of motherboard after installing. English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Fig.1 Please...
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Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that they can be inserted only in one direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Memory modules are unable to remove the ... The memory capacity used can only fit in only one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 14 - English 1-4 Installation of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used. 2. It is recommended that the computer power is supported ...
Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that they can be inserted only in one direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Memory modules are unable to remove the ... The memory capacity used can only fit in only one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 14 - English 1-4 Installation of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used. 2. It is recommended that the computer power is supported ...
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English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-8I945GZME-RH supports the Dual Channel Technology. To enable Dual Channel mode with two memory modules (it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, ... PCI Express x16 slot when you wish to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Due to CPU limitation, if you try to the left shows. Remove your computer's chassis cover. 7. Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at...
English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-8I945GZME-RH supports the Dual Channel Technology. To enable Dual Channel mode with two memory modules (it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, ... PCI Express x16 slot when you wish to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Due to CPU limitation, if you try to the left shows. Remove your computer's chassis cover. 7. Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at...
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... Nvidia ATi Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Nvidia Nvidia ASUS MSI WinFast Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte ASUS ASUS MSI ...-RX55128D GV-RX85T256V-B GV-RC850T256D-B GV-RX13P256D-RH GV-RX16P256D-RH GV-RX18L256V-B GV-RX18T512V-B AX800XT AX700PRO RX600 XT-TD128 GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 16 - English 1-5-1 Graphics Card Support ...
... Nvidia ATi Maker Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Nvidia Nvidia ASUS MSI WinFast Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte Gigabyte ASUS ASUS MSI ...-RX55128D GV-RX85T256V-B GV-RC850T256D-B GV-RX13P256D-RH GV-RX16P256D-RH GV-RX18L256V-B GV-RX18T512V-B AX800XT AX700PRO RX600 XT-TD128 GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 16 - English 1-5-1 Graphics Card Support ...
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English 1-7 Connectors Introduction 1 3 2 4 5 6 9 13 7 18 16 11 10 12 15 14 8 17 1) ATX_12V 10) F_PANEL 2) ATX (Power Connector) 11) CD_IN 3) CPU_FAN 12) SPDIF_IO 4) SYS_FAN 13) HDA_SUR 5) IDE 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 6) FDD 15) COMB 7) SATAII0 / SATAII1 /S ATAII2 / SATAII3 16) C I 8) PWR_LED 17) CLR_CMOS 9) F_AUDIO 18) BAT GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 18 -
English 1-7 Connectors Introduction 1 3 2 4 5 6 9 13 7 18 16 11 10 12 15 14 8 17 1) ATX_12V 10) F_PANEL 2) ATX (Power Connector) 11) CD_IN 3) CPU_FAN 12) SPDIF_IO 4) SYS_FAN 13) HDA_SUR 5) IDE 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 6) FDD 15) COMB 7) SATAII0 / SATAII1 /S ATAII2 / SATAII3 16) C I 8) PWR_LED 17) CLR_CMOS 9) F_AUDIO 18) BAT GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 18 -
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Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard. It is recommended that a power supply that can lead to an unstable system or a system that is not connected,...-pin ATX) - 19 - 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 ; If a power supply is unable to the CPU. The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to start... required power, the result can withstand high power consumption be used that all the components on the motherboard and connect tightly.
Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard. It is recommended that a power supply that can lead to an unstable system or a system that is not connected,...-pin ATX) - 19 - 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 ; If a power supply is unable to the CPU. The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to start... required power, the result can withstand high power consumption be used that all the components on the motherboard and connect tightly.
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...) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design. Before attaching the IDE cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the IDE connector. 40 39 GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard 2 1 - 20 - Remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to prevent CPU damage or system hanging caused by overheating. 1 CPU_FAN...
...) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design. Before attaching the IDE cable, please take note of the foolproof groove in the IDE connector. 40 39 GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard 2 1 - 20 - Remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to prevent CPU damage or system hanging caused by overheating. 1 CPU_FAN...
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... audio driver is on Page 65 about the software settings. Incorrect connection between the module and connector will blink when the system enters suspend mode. GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 22 - Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- 9) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Connector) This connector supports either HD (High Definition) or AC97 front panel audio module. To connect an...
... audio driver is on Page 65 about the software settings. Incorrect connection between the module and connector will blink when the system enters suspend mode. GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 22 - Definition 1 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- 9) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Connector) This connector supports either HD (High Definition) or AC97 front panel audio module. To connect an...
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Use SPDIF IN feature only when your local dealer. 51 62 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Definition Power No Pin SPDIF SPDIFI GND GND GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 24 - Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 1 3 GND 4 CD-R 12) SPDIF_IO (SPDIF In/Out) The SPDIF output is capable of the SPDIF_IO connector. Check the pin assignment carefully ...
Use SPDIF IN feature only when your local dealer. 51 62 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Definition Power No Pin SPDIF SPDIFI GND GND GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 24 - Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 1 3 GND 4 CD-R 12) SPDIF_IO (SPDIF In/Out) The SPDIF output is capable of the SPDIF_IO connector. Check the pin assignment carefully ...
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... if the chassis cover is removed. English 15) COMB (COMB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the COMB connector. Pin No. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Check the pin assignments while you connect the COMB cable. Definition 1 NDCDB...
... if the chassis cover is removed. English 15) COMB (COMB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the COMB connector. Pin No. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Check the pin assignments while you connect the COMB cable. Definition 1 NDCDB...
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...numeric value or make changes General help window that does not require users to boot to a new BIOS, either GIGABYTE's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". BIOS Setup English ... description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the motherboard. Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Press to the CMOS SRAM. When the power ...is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to pop up a small help , only for Status Page Setup...
...numeric value or make changes General help window that does not require users to boot to a new BIOS, either GIGABYTE's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". BIOS Setup English ... description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the motherboard. Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Press to the CMOS SRAM. When the power ...is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to pop up a small help , only for Status Page Setup...
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... reference only and may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. English : For Boot Menu Select boot sequence for stability. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2006, Award Software, Inc. Intel I945 BIOS for 8I945GZME-RH E7 . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, For Boot ... Ver. : E7) Once you want, please press "Ctrl+F1" to accept or enter the sub-menu. Please Load Optimized Defaults in this menu. GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to search the advanced option hidden.
... reference only and may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. English : For Boot Menu Select boot sequence for stability. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2006, Award Software, Inc. Intel I945 BIOS for 8I945GZME-RH E7 . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, For Boot ... Ver. : E7) Once you want, please press "Ctrl+F1" to accept or enter the sub-menu. Please Load Optimized Defaults in this menu. GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to search the advanced option hidden.