Manual
Page 1
GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme / CoreTM 2 Duo Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-945GMS2R-1002R * 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-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme / CoreTM 2 Duo Intel® Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-945GMS2R-1002R * 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.
Manual
Page 5
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...7 OptionalAccessories ...7 GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram ...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary 12 1-3 Installation ...16 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 18 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 19 1-7 Connectors Introduction 20 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GMF-S2 BIOS Ver. : E1 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 41 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations ...
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...7 OptionalAccessories ...7 GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram ...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 11 1-2 Feature Summary 12 1-3 Installation ...16 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 18 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 19 1-7 Connectors Introduction 20 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GMF-S2 BIOS Ver. : E1 32 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 34 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 36 2-3 IntegratedPeripherals 38 2-4 Power Management Setup 41 2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations ...
Manual
Page 8
GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard Layout IT8718 KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN VGA COMA LPT GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 DDRII1 DDRII2 USB 1394* USB LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO BATTERY CLR_CMOS HDA_SUR SYS_FAN PCIE_16 RTL8111B PCI1 PCI2 CD_IN PCIE_1 CODEC SPDIF_IO FDD Intel® 945G BIOS Intel® ICH7 TSB43AB23* COMB F1_1394* F2_1394* DDRII3 DDRII4 SATAII0 SATAII2 IDE ATX F_PANEL SATAII1 SATAII3 CI F_USB1 F_USB2 PWR_LED "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2. - 8 -
GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard Layout IT8718 KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN VGA COMA LPT GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 DDRII1 DDRII2 USB 1394* USB LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO BATTERY CLR_CMOS HDA_SUR SYS_FAN PCIE_16 RTL8111B PCI1 PCI2 CD_IN PCIE_1 CODEC SPDIF_IO FDD Intel® 945G BIOS Intel® ICH7 TSB43AB23* COMB F1_1394* F2_1394* DDRII3 DDRII4 SATAII0 SATAII2 IDE ATX F_PANEL SATAII1 SATAII3 CI F_USB1 F_USB2 PWR_LED "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2. - 8 -
Manual
Page 9
Only for GA-945GMF-S2. - 9 - Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) VGA PCI Express x16 PCI Express x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 LAN RJ45 RTL 8111B x1 PCI Express ...
Only for GA-945GMF-S2. - 9 - Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) VGA PCI Express x16 PCI Express x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 LAN RJ45 RTL 8111B x1 PCI Express ...
Manual
Page 12
GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 12 - TSB43AB23 chip 3 IEEE 1394a ports Storage Intel® ICH7 Southbrigde - 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD device - 1 IDE connector (IDE) with ... additional 4 ports by cables 2 IEEE 1394a connectors for additional 2 ports by cables* 1 COMB connector 1 CI connector 1 power LED connector "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2.
GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 12 - TSB43AB23 chip 3 IEEE 1394a ports Storage Intel® ICH7 Southbrigde - 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD device - 1 IDE connector (IDE) with ... additional 4 ports by cables 2 IEEE 1394a connectors for additional 2 ports by cables* 1 COMB connector 1 CI connector 1 power LED connector "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2.
Manual
Page 13
... MHz FSB processor. (Note 4) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. "*" Only for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is reserved for GA-945GMF-S2. - 13 -
... MHz FSB processor. (Note 4) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. "*" Only for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is reserved for GA-945GMF-S2. - 13 -
Manual
Page 14
... for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 14 - Align the indented corner of the CPU with the processor specifications. Avoid twisting or bending motions that the motherboard supports the CPU...
... for HT Technology 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU Metal Lever Fig. 1 Gently lift the metal lever located on the CPU prior to the CPU during installation.) GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 14 - Align the indented corner of the CPU with the processor specifications. Avoid twisting or bending motions that the motherboard supports the CPU...
Manual
Page 16
... memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be installed in only one direction. Memory modules are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be inserted only in one direction. Notch DDRII Fig.1 The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module...
... memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be installed in only one direction. Memory modules are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be inserted only in one direction. Notch DDRII Fig.1 The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module...
Manual
Page 17
... explanations due to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed), you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color. The GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel 0 : DDRII1, DDRII2 Channel 1 : DDRII3, DDRII4 If you want to operate the.../SS DS/SS DDR II3 DS/SS - After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of Intel chipset specifications. 1. English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 supports the Dual Channel Technology.
... explanations due to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed), you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color. The GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel 0 : DDRII1, DDRII2 Channel 1 : DDRII3, DDRII4 If you want to operate the.../SS DS/SS DDR II3 DS/SS - After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of Intel chipset specifications. 1. English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 supports the Dual Channel Technology.
Manual
Page 18
...: 1. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace the screw to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 18 - Install related driver from BIOS. 8. Please align the VGA card to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card. 6. Make sure your...
...: 1. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Replace the screw to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 18 - Install related driver from BIOS. 8. Please align the VGA card to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card. 6. Make sure your...
Manual
Page 19
... USB connector(s), please make sure your OS or device(s) vendors. Also make sure your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for GA-945GMF-S2. - 19 - Hardware Installation Microphone must use 5.1/7.1 Surround Cable (optional). COMA (Serial Port) Connects to MIC In jack.
... USB connector(s), please make sure your OS or device(s) vendors. Also make sure your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for GA-945GMF-S2. - 19 - Hardware Installation Microphone must use 5.1/7.1 Surround Cable (optional). COMA (Serial Port) Connects to MIC In jack.
Manual
Page 20
English 1-7 Connectors Introduction 1 3 18 6 9 2 11 14 4 7 12 19 13 5 17 16* 15 8 10 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 8) PWR_LED 9) BATTERY 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) CD_IN 13) SPDIF_IO 14) HDA_SUR 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394* / F2_1394* 17) COMB 18) CLR_CMOS 19) CI "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 20 -
English 1-7 Connectors Introduction 1 3 18 6 9 2 11 14 4 7 12 19 13 5 17 16* 15 8 10 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 8) PWR_LED 9) BATTERY 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) CD_IN 13) SPDIF_IO 14) HDA_SUR 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394* / F2_1394* 17) COMB 18) CLR_CMOS 19) CI "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 20 -
Manual
Page 22
... +12V Sense 5) FDD (Floppy Connector) The FDD connector is the ground wire (GND). The types of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector. 33 1 34 2 GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 22 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. Most coolers are : 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB. English...
... +12V Sense 5) FDD (Floppy Connector) The FDD connector is the ground wire (GND). The types of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector. 33 1 34 2 GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 22 - A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. Most coolers are : 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB. English...
Manual
Page 24
... positive and negative pins in and turn on /off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 24 - Dispose of explosion if battery is on the computer. Turn off . Re-install the battery. 4. Definition 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 1 3 MPD- 9) BATTERY Danger of...
... positive and negative pins in and turn on /off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode. GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 24 - Dispose of explosion if battery is on the computer. Turn off . Re-install the battery. 4. Definition 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 1 3 MPD- 9) BATTERY Danger of...
Manual
Page 26
... assignments carefully while you wish to use the front audio function, connect the front panel audio module to the connector. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 26 - For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer. 10 9 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET...
... assignments carefully while you wish to use the front audio function, connect the front panel audio module to the connector. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 26 - For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer. 10 9 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET...
Manual
Page 28
...1 10 2 1 TPA+ 2 TPA- 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power (12V) 8 Power (12V) 9 No Pin 10 GND "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2. Pin No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect... connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it . GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 28 - Be careful with the polarity of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like high speed, highbandwidth...
...1 10 2 1 TPA+ 2 TPA- 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power (12V) 8 Power (12V) 9 No Pin 10 GND "*" Only for GA-945GMF-S2. Pin No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect... connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it . GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 28 - Be careful with the polarity of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features like high speed, highbandwidth...
Manual
Page 30
Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 30 - English 19) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. Pin No. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup.
Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND GA-945GM-S2 / GA-945GMF-S2 Motherboard - 30 - English 19) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. Pin No. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup.
Manual
Page 32
.... Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to access advanced options. 2. This action makes the system reset to the default settings for 945GMF-S2 E1 . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, : Boot Menu 08/16/2006-I945-6A79HG08C-00 : Boot Menu Use < > or < > to select a device, then press enter ... LS120 Hard Disk CDROM ZIP USB-FDD USB-ZIP USB-CDROM USB-HDD LAN KL:Move Enter :Accept ESC:Exit The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GMF-S2 BIOS Ver. : E1) Once you want, press "Ctrl+F1" to accept or enter the sub-menu. The BIOS Setup menus described in the BIOS Setup...
.... Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to access advanced options. 2. This action makes the system reset to the default settings for 945GMF-S2 E1 . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, : Boot Menu 08/16/2006-I945-6A79HG08C-00 : Boot Menu Use < > or < > to select a device, then press enter ... LS120 Hard Disk CDROM ZIP USB-FDD USB-ZIP USB-CDROM USB-HDD LAN KL:Move Enter :Accept ESC:Exit The Main Menu (For example: GA-945GMF-S2 BIOS Ver. : E1) Once you want, press "Ctrl+F1" to accept or enter the sub-menu. The BIOS Setup menus described in the BIOS Setup...