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GA-8VT880P Combo Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8VT880PCO-1003 * 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-8VT880P Combo Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-8VT880PCO-1003 * 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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... Contents GA-8VT880P Combo 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 1-5-1 Recommended PCI Express x 16 graphics cards for the GA-8VT880 Combo17...
... Contents GA-8VT880P Combo 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 1-5-1 Recommended PCI Express x 16 graphics cards for the GA-8VT880 Combo17...
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GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 COMA LPT LAN ATX COMB GA-8VT880P Combo R_USB F_AUDIO USB AUDIO CD_IN CPU_FAN SUR_CEN VIA PT880 Pro IDE2 CLR_CMOS DDRII_2 DDR2 IDE1 DDRII_1 DDR1 IT8705F RTL8110S CODEC SPDIF_IO BIOS AGP BAT PCIE_16 PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 F_USB1 F_USB2 VT8237R CI FDD SATA1 SATA0 SYS_FAN PWR_LED F_PANEL - 6 -
GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 COMA LPT LAN ATX COMB GA-8VT880P Combo R_USB F_AUDIO USB AUDIO CD_IN CPU_FAN SUR_CEN VIA PT880 Pro IDE2 CLR_CMOS DDRII_2 DDR2 IDE1 DDRII_1 DDR1 IT8705F RTL8110S CODEC SPDIF_IO BIOS AGP BAT PCIE_16 PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 F_USB1 F_USB2 VT8237R CI FDD SATA1 SATA0 SYS_FAN PWR_LED F_PANEL - 6 -
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... technician. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Hardware Installation It is switched off the computer and unplug its components. 5. Prior to installation, please do not place the computer system on the motherboard or within a electrostatic shielding container. 5. ... user manual. 3. Thus, prior to improper installation. 4. Please turn off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have a problem related to use of uncertified components. 5. Installation Notices 1. ...
... technician. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - Hardware Installation It is switched off the computer and unplug its components. 5. Prior to installation, please do not place the computer system on the motherboard or within a electrostatic shielding container. 5. ... user manual. 3. Thus, prior to improper installation. 4. Please turn off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have a problem related to use of uncertified components. 5. Installation Notices 1. ...
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GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard LAN Onboard Audio Supports the latest Intel® ...
GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Feature Summary CPU Chipset Memory Slots IDE Connections FDD Connections Onboard SATA Peripherals Onboard LAN Onboard Audio Supports the latest Intel® ...
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... and gently insert the CPU into its original position. Chipset: An VIA Chipset that might cause damage to the CPU during installation.) GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 12 - Avoid twisting or bending motions that supports HT Technology - If you wish to your computer system requires all of the... standards for the peripherals. If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU. OS: An operation system that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage...
... and gently insert the CPU into its original position. Chipset: An VIA Chipset that might cause damage to the CPU during installation.) GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 12 - Avoid twisting or bending motions that supports HT Technology - If you wish to your computer system requires all of the... standards for the peripherals. If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU. OS: An operation system that the motherboard supports the CPU. 2. Fig. 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage...
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... 13 - Hardware Installation If the push pin is inserted as a result of hardening of the heatsink to the CPU fan header located on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the heatsink paste.To prevent 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 pin hole on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin...
... 13 - Hardware Installation If the push pin is inserted as a result of hardening of the heatsink to the CPU fan header located on the motherboard. Fig. 6 Finally, please attach the power connector of the heatsink paste.To prevent 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 pin hole on the motherboard.Pressing down the push pins diagonally. English 1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin...
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...automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. It is supported by the motherboard. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the memory used is recommended that they can only fit ... it down. Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to insert the module, please switch the direction. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 14 - English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. Memory modules have a foolproof ...
...automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. It is supported by the motherboard. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the memory used is recommended that they can only fit ... it down. Fig.2 Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to insert the module, please switch the direction. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 14 - English 1-4 Installation of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with each slot. Memory modules have a foolproof ...
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...related driver from BIOS. 8. Please align the VGA card to install/Uninstall the VGA card. Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Be sure the metal contacts on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility...small white-drawable bar. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into expansion slot in the slot. 5. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the expansion card. 6. Make sure your VGA card is locked ...
...related driver from BIOS. 8. Please align the VGA card to install/Uninstall the VGA card. Power on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Be sure the metal contacts on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility...small white-drawable bar. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into expansion slot in the slot. 5. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the expansion card. 6. Make sure your VGA card is locked ...
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...) and the keyboard to this connector. For more information please contact your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. channel audio functioning. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 18 - can use audio software to serial-based mouse or data processing devices. Line Out Connect the stereo speakers, earphone or front surround channels to...
...) and the keyboard to this connector. For more information please contact your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. channel audio functioning. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 18 - can use audio software to serial-based mouse or data processing devices. Line Out Connect the stereo speakers, earphone or front surround channels to...
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Caution! Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can withstand high power... Connector) With the use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 GND 3 4 2 GND 1 2 3 +12V 4 +12V GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard 12 1 - 20 - The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all the components on...
Caution! Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can withstand high power... Connector) With the use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 GND 3 4 2 GND 1 2 3 +12V 4 +12V GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard 12 1 - 20 - The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all the components on...
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... drive or optical drive). English 6) IDE1/IDE2 (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to 150MB/s transfer rate. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 22 - Pin No. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on the IDE device). 40 39 2 1 7) SATA0/SATA1 (Serial ATA...
... drive or optical drive). English 6) IDE1/IDE2 (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to 150MB/s transfer rate. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 22 - Pin No. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on the IDE device). 40 39 2 1 7) SATA0/SATA1 (Serial ATA...
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... IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to use Front Audio connector, you can have front audio connector. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 24 - Pin No. English 10) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Connector) If you want to the connector. Also please make sure the pin assigment on the cable...
... IN) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to use Front Audio connector, you can have front audio connector. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 24 - Pin No. English 10) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Connector) If you want to the connector. Also please make sure the pin assigment on the cable...
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...) This 2-pin connector allows your system to work or even damage it. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 26 - Pin No.
...) This 2-pin connector allows your system to work or even damage it. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 26 - Pin No.
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...current BIOS to a disk in the CMOS SRAM of the highlighted setup function is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to its original settings. Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase ... is recommended that you to pop up BIOS for Main Menu Main Menu The on-line description of the motherboard. Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Press F1 to the CMOS SETUP screen. CONTROL KEYS... event that describes the appropriate keys to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1".
...current BIOS to a disk in the CMOS SRAM of the highlighted setup function is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to its original settings. Exit current page and return to Main Menu Increase ... is recommended that you to pop up BIOS for Main Menu Main Menu The on-line description of the motherboard. Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Press F1 to the CMOS SETUP screen. CONTROL KEYS... event that describes the appropriate keys to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1".
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... Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 30 - It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to accept or enter the sub-menu.
... Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 30 - It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to accept or enter the sub-menu.
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... up. Both Drive A & B are : Large/Auto(default:Auto) Capacity Capacity of currently installed hard disk. Enter the appropriate option based on the outside drive casing. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 32 - You can use one of floppy disk drive A or drive B that has been installed in the computer. The two options are 3 mode Floppy Drives...
... up. Both Drive A & B are : Large/Auto(default:Auto) Capacity Capacity of currently installed hard disk. Enter the appropriate option based on the outside drive casing. GA-8VT880P Combo Motherboard - 32 - You can use one of floppy disk drive A or drive B that has been installed in the computer. The two options are 3 mode Floppy Drives...
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... - The value of the base memory is typically 512K for systems with 640K or more memory installed on the motherboard. it will stop for systems with 512K memory installed on the motherboard, or 640K for all other errors. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during power up...
... - The value of the base memory is typically 512K for systems with 640K or more memory installed on the motherboard. it will stop for systems with 512K memory installed on the motherboard, or 640K for all other errors. Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during power up...