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... 4 drives. Supports PCI power Management v1.0 to your PCs. Users can reduce the driver's loading of system CPU and improve the system's ability. Supports the drivers for the DMA/UDMA function Includes one embedded CPU and firmware on a local processor architecture Compatible with PCI Local bus specification v2.2. GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID.../Gather function for windows 98SE/Me/XP, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 and Linux v2,4,1,0 5 It can easily install our systems to reduce power consumption. Low CPU utilization based on system to handle the RAID function.
... 4 drives. Supports PCI power Management v1.0 to your PCs. Users can reduce the driver's loading of system CPU and improve the system's ability. Supports the drivers for the DMA/UDMA function Includes one embedded CPU and firmware on a local processor architecture Compatible with PCI Local bus specification v2.2. GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID.../Gather function for windows 98SE/Me/XP, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 and Linux v2,4,1,0 5 It can easily install our systems to reduce power consumption. Low CPU utilization based on system to handle the RAID function.
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.... This is programmed to the highest speed of ATA/133 drive. v2.2. When a system is because this system embeds a local CPU to deal with low CPU utilization. Similarly, this characteristic to achieve the best performance and get the merit of PIO mode drive to the RAID0 mode, it... 's unnecessary to another new drive. It includes one RAID Chip combining CPU, firmware, advanced PCI controller and IDE controller. Additionally, it also provides users more system stability. This GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller can ...
.... This is programmed to the highest speed of ATA/133 drive. v2.2. When a system is because this system embeds a local CPU to deal with low CPU utilization. Similarly, this characteristic to achieve the best performance and get the merit of PIO mode drive to the RAID0 mode, it... 's unnecessary to another new drive. It includes one RAID Chip combining CPU, firmware, advanced PCI controller and IDE controller. Additionally, it also provides users more system stability. This GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller can ...
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Table of Contents GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G 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 Installing/Removing Cool-Plus (Northbridge Cooling Fan 14 1-5 Installation of Memory 14 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-7 I/O Back...
Table of Contents GA-8I945P Pro/GA-8I945P-G 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 Installing/Removing Cool-Plus (Northbridge Cooling Fan 14 1-5 Installation of Memory 14 1-6 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-7 I/O Back...
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...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. Please do not remove the stickers on top of electrostatic discharge (ESD). English Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Considerations Prior to... the motherboard circuit or its power cord. 2. Damage due to come in the user manual. 3. Thus, prior to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - If you are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the computer power during the installation process can become...
...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. Please do not remove the stickers on top of electrostatic discharge (ESD). English Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Considerations Prior to... the motherboard circuit or its power cord. 2. Damage due to come in the user manual. 3. Thus, prior to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - If you are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the computer power during the installation process can become...
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...startup. (Note 3) To use a DDRII 667 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800/1066MHz FSB processor . 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-8I945P Pro. GA-8I945P...
...startup. (Note 3) To use a DDRII 667 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800/1066MHz FSB processor . 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-8I945P Pro. GA-8I945P...
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...13 drive translation 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 Q-Flash/...Multilanguage /Dual BIOS Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE/FSB) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 22.0cm Only for GA-8I945P...
...13 drive translation 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 Q-Flash/...Multilanguage /Dual BIOS Supports @BIOS Supports EasyTune 5 Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE/FSB) Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCIE) ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 22.0cm Only for GA-8I945P...
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... beyond hardware specifications since it enabled - Fig. 3 Notice the small gold colored triangle located on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 12 - English 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the processor specifications. Please make sure the heatsink is not recommended that supports HT...
... beyond hardware specifications since it enabled - Fig. 3 Notice the small gold colored triangle located on the CPU socket to the CPU during installation.) GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 12 - English 1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Before installing the CPU, please comply with the processor specifications. Please make sure the heatsink is not recommended that supports HT...
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...such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for detailed installation instructions, please refer to the CPU fan header located on the surface of arrow sign on the male push pin doesn't face inwards before installation. (This instruction is only for... Intel boxed fan) Fig. 3 Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure the Male and Female push pin are joined closely. (for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heatsink. - 13 -...
...such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for detailed installation instructions, please refer to the CPU fan header located on the surface of arrow sign on the male push pin doesn't face inwards before installation. (This instruction is only for... Intel boxed fan) Fig. 3 Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure the Male and Female push pin are joined closely. (for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heatsink. - 13 -...
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... is unable to all components and devices are properly installed. Otherwise, please do not remove it. If the ATX_12V power connector is able to the CPU. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; Please use a power supply that all the components...
... is unable to all components and devices are properly installed. Otherwise, please do not remove it. If the ATX_12V power connector is able to the CPU. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; Please use a power supply that all the components...
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.... English 3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN / PWR_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin (only for GA-8I945P Pro. Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. 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 connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin (only for GA-8I945P Pro. Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent system overheating and failure. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage.
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... Advanced BIOS 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. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe Defaults indicates the value... the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. Please Load Optimized Defaults in safe configuration. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to the default for...
... Advanced BIOS 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. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe Defaults indicates the value... the setting you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as usual. Please Load Optimized Defaults in safe configuration. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 30 - Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to the default for...
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... power up. All, But Keyboard The system boot will be prompted. Total Memory This item displays the memory size that has been installed in the CPU's memory address map. English Landing Zone Landing zone Sector Number of sectors Drive A / Drive B The category identifies the types of floppy disk drive A or drive...
... power up. All, But Keyboard The system boot will be prompted. Total Memory This item displays the memory size that has been installed in the CPU's memory address map. English Landing Zone Landing zone Sector Number of sectors Drive A / Drive B The category identifies the types of floppy disk drive A or drive...
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... Max. Use < > or < > to select a device, then press to move it up, or to 3 No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) [Press Enter] [Floppy] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Setup] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled]... install a processor which supports this menu. to move it down the list. ZIP USB-FDD Select your boot device priority by LS120. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 34 - Press to Setup page if the correct password is not entered at the prompt. Select your boot device ...
... Max. Use < > or < > to select a device, then press to move it up, or to 3 No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) [Press Enter] [Floppy] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Setup] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled]... install a processor which supports this menu. to move it down the list. ZIP USB-FDD Select your boot device priority by LS120. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 34 - Press to Setup page if the correct password is not entered at the prompt. Select your boot device ...
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.... to 3 Enabled Disabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4. English CPU Hyper-Threading Enabled Disabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. CPU EIST Function (Note) Enabled Enable CPU EIST function. (Default value) Disabled Disable EIST function. (Note) This item will show up when ...this function. - 35 - Disables CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disables CPU Hyper Threading. CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. (Default value) Disable...
.... to 3 Enabled Disabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4. English CPU Hyper-Threading Enabled Disabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. CPU EIST Function (Note) Enabled Enable CPU EIST function. (Default value) Disabled Disable EIST function. (Note) This item will show up when ...this function. - 35 - Disables CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. (Default value) Disables CPU Hyper Threading. CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. (Default value) Disable...
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..." will show "No". Current CPU/POWER /SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM) Detect CPU/POWER /SYSTEM Fan speed status automatically. Current CPU Temperature Detect CPU temperature automatically. Monitor CPU temperature at 90oC / 194oF. Only for GA-8I945P Pro. Monitor CPU temperature at 80oC / 176oF. Disable this function. (Default value) CPU/POWER /SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning...Case Open Status Disabled Don't reset case open status. (Default value) Enabled Clear case open status at next boot. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 42 - Case Opened If the case is closed, "Case Opened" will restart.
..." will show "No". Current CPU/POWER /SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM) Detect CPU/POWER /SYSTEM Fan speed status automatically. Current CPU Temperature Detect CPU temperature automatically. Monitor CPU temperature at 90oC / 194oF. Only for GA-8I945P Pro. Monitor CPU temperature at 80oC / 176oF. Disable this function. (Default value) CPU/POWER /SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning...Case Open Status Disabled Don't reset case open status. (Default value) Enabled Clear case open status at next boot. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 42 - Case Opened If the case is closed, "Case Opened" will restart.
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... or 4-pin power cables. PWM Set to Voltage when you installed and sets the optimal CPU Smart FAN control mode for CPU fans with a 3-pin fan power cable. However, some 4-pin CPU fan power cables are not designed following Intel 4-Wire fans PWM control specifications. BIOS Setup Auto... speed with a 4-pin fan power cable. With such CPU fans, selecting PWM will run at different speed depending on their requirements. (Default Value) CPU Smart FAN Mode This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled, CPU fan will not effectively reduce the fan speed. - 43...
... or 4-pin power cables. PWM Set to Voltage when you installed and sets the optimal CPU Smart FAN control mode for CPU fans with a 3-pin fan power cable. However, some 4-pin CPU fan power cables are not designed following Intel 4-Wire fans PWM control specifications. BIOS Setup Auto... speed with a 4-pin fan power cable. With such CPU fans, selecting PWM will run at different speed depending on their requirements. (Default Value) CPU Smart FAN Mode This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled, CPU fan will not effectively reduce the fan speed. - 43...
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... Frequency (Mhz) x PCI Experss Frequency (Mhz) System Memory Multiplier Memory Frequency (Mhz) DIMM OverVoltage Control PCI-E OverVoltage Control FSB OverVoltage Control CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [16X] [High] [Auto] [Disabled] [Disabled] 200 Auto [Auto] 533 [Normal] [Normal] [Normal] [Normal] 1.3875V Item ... these features may cause your system broken. C.A.M (Note) High Set clock ratio for frequency-locked CPU to High. (Default value) Low Set clock ratio for GA-8I945P Pro. Disabled Disable this function. For power end-user use only. Auto Set Robust Graphics Booster ...
... Frequency (Mhz) x PCI Experss Frequency (Mhz) System Memory Multiplier Memory Frequency (Mhz) DIMM OverVoltage Control PCI-E OverVoltage Control FSB OverVoltage Control CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [16X] [High] [Auto] [Disabled] [Disabled] 200 Auto [Auto] 533 [Normal] [Normal] [Normal] [Normal] 1.3875V Item ... these features may cause your system broken. C.A.M (Note) High Set clock ratio for frequency-locked CPU to High. (Default value) Low Set clock ratio for GA-8I945P Pro. Disabled Disable this function. For power end-user use only. Auto Set Robust Graphics Booster ...
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... 2.0 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.0. 2.5 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.5. Full Thrust Set C.I .A.2 to Turbo. (Automatically increase CPU frequency(15%,17%) by overclocking your system through the increase of the DIMM voltage, damage to the memory may make system can't boot, clear CMOS... Frequency = Host clock X 3. 4 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 4. English Turbo Set C.I .A.2 to Full Thrust. (Automatically increase CPU frequency(17%, 19%) by DRAM SPD data. (Default value) Memory Frequency (Mhz) The values depend on system components. for automatic system restart...
... 2.0 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.0. 2.5 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.5. Full Thrust Set C.I .A.2 to Turbo. (Automatically increase CPU frequency(15%,17%) by overclocking your system through the increase of the DIMM voltage, damage to the memory may make system can't boot, clear CMOS... Frequency = Host clock X 3. 4 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 4. English Turbo Set C.I .A.2 to Full Thrust. (Automatically increase CPU frequency(17%, 19%) by DRAM SPD data. (Default value) Memory Frequency (Mhz) The values depend on system components. for automatic system restart...
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... to +0.1V. +0.2V +0.3V Set PCI-E OverVoltrage Control to +0.4V. For power End-User use only! CPU Voltage Control Supports adjustable CPU Vcore from 0.8375V to 1.6000V. (Default value: Normal) Normal CPU Vcore Display your system broken. Incorrect using it may cause your system broken. Set FSB OverVoltage Control to +0.3V...OverVoltage Control to +0.1V. Set DIMM OverVoltage Control to +0.5V. +0.6V Set DIMM OverVoltage Control to +0.3V. Incorrect using it may cause your CPU Vcore Voltage. Set PCI-E OverVoltrage Control to +0.6V. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 46 -
... to +0.1V. +0.2V +0.3V Set PCI-E OverVoltrage Control to +0.4V. For power End-User use only! CPU Voltage Control Supports adjustable CPU Vcore from 0.8375V to 1.6000V. (Default value: Normal) Normal CPU Vcore Display your system broken. Incorrect using it may cause your system broken. Set FSB OverVoltage Control to +0.3V...OverVoltage Control to +0.1V. Set DIMM OverVoltage Control to +0.5V. +0.6V Set DIMM OverVoltage Control to +0.3V. Incorrect using it may cause your CPU Vcore Voltage. Set PCI-E OverVoltrage Control to +0.6V. GA-8I945P (Pro)(-G) Motherboard - 46 -
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... order to change BIOS feature settings with relative speed and ease. With GIGABYTE's proprietary S.O.S. Download Center Download Center allows users to maximize system performance. Designed to the desired level. for ultimate system protection. M.I .A. 2) is designed to automatically adjust CPU computing power to quickly download and update their BIOS as well as the...
... order to change BIOS feature settings with relative speed and ease. With GIGABYTE's proprietary S.O.S. Download Center Download Center allows users to maximize system performance. Designed to the desired level. for ultimate system protection. M.I .A. 2) is designed to automatically adjust CPU computing power to quickly download and update their BIOS as well as the...