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...GA-945PL-DS3P / GA-945PL-S3P 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 12 1-3-2 Installation of the Cooler 13 1-4 Installation of Memory 14 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS... Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945PL-DS3P BIOS Ver.: E1 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 ...
...GA-945PL-DS3P / GA-945PL-S3P 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 12 1-3-2 Installation of the Cooler 13 1-4 Installation of Memory 14 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards 16 1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction 17 1-7 Connectors Introduction 18 Chapter 2 BIOS... Setup 29 The Main Menu (For example: GA-945PL-DS3P BIOS Ver.: E1 30 2-1 Standard CMOS Features 32 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features 34 2-3 ...
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Chapter 3 Install Drivers 51 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 51 3-2 SoftwareApplications 52 3-3 Driver CD Information 52 3-4 Hardware Information 53 3-5 Contact Us ...53 Chapter 4 Appendix 55 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 55 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 55 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 56 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 58 4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction 62 4-2 Troubleshooting 67 - 5 -
Chapter 3 Install Drivers 51 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers 51 3-2 SoftwareApplications 52 3-3 Driver CD Information 52 3-4 Hardware Information 53 3-5 Contact Us ...53 Chapter 4 Appendix 55 4-1 Unique Software Utilities 55 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction 55 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction 56 4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction 58 4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction 62 4-2 Troubleshooting 67 - 5 -
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GA-945PL-DS3P / GA-945PL-S3P Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN GA-945PL-DS3P/GA-945PL-S3P COMA LPT ATX USB USB_LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® 945 RTL 8111B PCIE_3 PCIE_16 DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 PWR_FAN CODEC PCIE_1 PCIE_2 IT8718 CI CD_IN SYS _FAN SPDIF_IO CLR_CMOS BATTERY Intel® ICH7 PCI1 SATAII0 BIOS PCI2 SATAII1 PCI3 FDD F_USB2 SATAII2 SATAII3 IDE1 F_PANEL F_USB1 PWR_LED - 7 -
GA-945PL-DS3P / GA-945PL-S3P Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN GA-945PL-DS3P/GA-945PL-S3P COMA LPT ATX USB USB_LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® 945 RTL 8111B PCIE_3 PCIE_16 DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 PWR_FAN CODEC PCIE_1 PCIE_2 IT8718 CI CD_IN SYS _FAN SPDIF_IO CLR_CMOS BATTERY Intel® ICH7 PCI1 SATAII0 BIOS PCI2 SATAII1 PCI3 FDD F_USB2 SATAII2 SATAII3 IDE1 F_PANEL F_USB1 PWR_LED - 7 -
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... PCI Bus Host Interface Intel® 945 DDRII 667(Note 2)/533/400 MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK(333(Note 1)/266/200/133 MHz) BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s Intel® ATA-33/66/100 ICH7 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8718 LPT Port COM Port CODEC 8 USB Ports PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker...
... PCI Bus Host Interface Intel® 945 DDRII 667(Note 2)/533/400 MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK(333(Note 1)/266/200/133 MHz) BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s Intel® ATA-33/66/100 ICH7 IDE1 Channel Floppy IT8718 LPT Port COM Port CODEC 8 USB Ports PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker...
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... Power / System fan failure warning Supports CPU Smart Fan function BIOS 1 4 Mbit flash ROM Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports Download Center Supports Q-Flash Supports EasyTune(...Note 4) Supports Xpress Install Supports Xpress Recovery2 Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue Bundle Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Form Factor ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 19.3cm (...
... Power / System fan failure warning Supports CPU Smart Fan function BIOS 1 4 Mbit flash ROM Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b Additional Features Supports @BIOS Supports Download Center Supports Q-Flash Supports EasyTune(...Note 4) Supports Xpress Install Supports Xpress Recovery2 Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue Bundle Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Form Factor ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 19.3cm (...
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... proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 12 - CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between the CPU and CPU cooler. 4. BIOS: A BIOS that might cause damage to your thumb and forefinger, carefully place...
... proper specifications, please do so according to the CPU during installation.) GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 12 - CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between the CPU and CPU cooler. 4. BIOS: A BIOS that might cause damage to your thumb and forefinger, carefully place...
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... the motherboard. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. The memory capacity used is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 14 - Before installing or removing memory modules, please...
... the motherboard. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. The memory capacity used is switched off to insert the module, please switch the direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 14 - Before installing or removing memory modules, please...
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...GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 16 - Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into expansion slot in the slot. 5. Installing a PCI Express x16 expansion card: Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS... utility of expansion card from BIOS. 8. English 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards You can install your expansion card by the latch at the end of the...
...GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 16 - Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into expansion slot in the slot. 5. Installing a PCI Express x16 expansion card: Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS... utility of expansion card from BIOS. 8. English 1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards You can install your expansion card by the latch at the end of the...
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...+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- It will blink when the system enters suspend mode(S1). Please refer to the BIOS setting for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the proper driver in order to 300 MB/s transfer rate. Pin No. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 22 - SATAII0 7 17 SATAII2 1 1 71 7 SATAII1 SATAII3 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND...
...+ 2 MPD- 3 MPD- It will blink when the system enters suspend mode(S1). Please refer to the BIOS setting for the SATA 3Gb/s and install the proper driver in order to 300 MB/s transfer rate. Pin No. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 22 - SATAII0 7 17 SATAII2 1 1 71 7 SATAII1 SATAII3 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND...
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You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Pin No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. 2 10 1 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DXUSB DyUSB ... GND No Pin NC 16) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to work or even damage it. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 26 - English 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connectors) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while...
You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Pin No. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. 2 10 1 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DXUSB DyUSB ... GND No Pin NC 16) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to work or even damage it. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 26 - English 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connectors) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while...
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...CONTROL KEYS Enter> Move to activate certain system features. To exit the Help Window press . If you to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". When the power is turned off, the battery on , pushing the button during... the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you wish to upgrade to the CMOS SETUP screen. Exit current...
...CONTROL KEYS Enter> Move to activate certain system features. To exit the Help Window press . If you to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". When the power is turned off, the battery on , pushing the button during... the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you wish to upgrade to the CMOS SETUP screen. Exit current...
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Startup Screen: (For example: GA-945PL-DS3P BIOS Ver.: E1) English :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu
Startup Screen: (For example: GA-945PL-DS3P BIOS Ver.: E1) English :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu
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English Standard CMOS Features This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS. Advanced BIOS Features This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features. Integrated Peripherals This setup page includes all onboard peripherals. ... the value of the system parameters which the system would be in best performance configuration. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system. Save & Exit Setup Save CMOS value settings to Setup. Set User Password...
English Standard CMOS Features This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS. Advanced BIOS Features This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features. Integrated Peripherals This setup page includes all onboard peripherals. ... the value of the system parameters which the system would be in best performance configuration. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. BIOS Setup It allows you to limit access to the system. Save & Exit Setup Save CMOS value settings to Setup. Set User Password...
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...Dec. The time is 13:0:0. IDE Channel 0 Master IDE/SATA Device Setup. You can use one of the two methods: Auto None Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST(default) None Select this if no IDE/SATA devices are : CHS/LBA/Large/Auto(default:Auto...used and the system will skip the automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up . GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 32 - Manual User can use one of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is , , , . The four options are used and the system will skip the ...
...Dec. The time is 13:0:0. IDE Channel 0 Master IDE/SATA Device Setup. You can use one of the two methods: Auto None Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during POST(default) None Select this if no IDE/SATA devices are : CHS/LBA/Large/Auto(default:Auto...used and the system will skip the automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up . GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 32 - Manual User can use one of three methods: Auto Allows BIOS to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is , , , . The four options are used and the system will skip the ...
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... for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive A is determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the BIOS. Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be prompted. The value of base (or conventional) memory installed in the system. Halt on the .... it will be stopped. Memory The category is display-only which is 3 mode Floppy Drive. BIOS Setup Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is the amount of the BIOS will stop for all other errors. (Default value) All, But Diskette The system boot will stop...
... for Japan Area) Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value) Drive A Drive A is determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the BIOS. Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be prompted. The value of base (or conventional) memory installed in the system. Halt on the .... it will be stopped. Memory The category is display-only which is 3 mode Floppy Drive. BIOS Setup Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is the amount of the BIOS will stop for all other errors. (Default value) All, But Diskette The system boot will stop...
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...the correct password is not entered at the prompt. to exit this function. USB-ZIP Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 34 - USB-HDD Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD. Press to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (...-FDD Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. Disabled Disable this function. English 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check ...
...the correct password is not entered at the prompt. to exit this function. USB-ZIP Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 34 - USB-HDD Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD. Press to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (...-FDD Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD. Disabled Disable this function. English 2-2 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check ...
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... Disable CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. Virtualization Technology (Note) Enabled Enable Virtualization technology function. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function. BIOS Setup Capability This feature allows your hard disk to report read/write errors and to issue warnings when thirdparty hardware monitor utility is only working... Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. CPU EIST Function (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable CPU EIST function. (Default value) Disable EIST function. If you wish to see BIOS POST screen, set this function. - 35 -
... Disable CPUID Limit for operating system with multi processors mode supported. Virtualization Technology (Note) Enabled Enable Virtualization technology function. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function. BIOS Setup Capability This feature allows your hard disk to report read/write errors and to issue warnings when thirdparty hardware monitor utility is only working... Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. CPU EIST Function (Note) Enabled Disabled Enable CPU EIST function. (Default value) Disable EIST function. If you wish to see BIOS POST screen, set this function. - 35 -
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... onboard 1st channel IDE port. (Default value) Disabled Disable onboard 1st channel IDE port. If PATA IDE were set to ". Support a maximum of 4 SATA devices. BIOS will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave,this function will be ignored. Ch.0 Master... the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to use; 4 SATA HDDs plus PATA HDDs. If PATA IDE were set to PATA mode. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 36 - SATA Port 1/3 Set to This value will be simulated to Ch. 1 Master/Slave,this function.
... onboard 1st channel IDE port. (Default value) Disabled Disable onboard 1st channel IDE port. If PATA IDE were set to ". Support a maximum of 4 SATA devices. BIOS will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave,this function will be ignored. Ch.0 Master... the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to use; 4 SATA HDDs plus PATA HDDs. If PATA IDE were set to PATA mode. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 36 - SATA Port 1/3 Set to This value will be simulated to Ch. 1 Master/Slave,this function.
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.... (Default value) Legacy USB storage detect This option allows users to decide whether to detect the status of the attached LAN cable. Enabled BIOS will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to the following information for diagnosing your LAN cable: - 37 - SMART LAN (LAN ...Onboard H/W LAN Enabled Enable Onboard H/W LAN function. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function if you are not using onboard USB 2.0 feature. BIOS Setup Disabled Disable USB Keyboard Support. (Default value) USB Mouse Support Enabled Enable USB Mouse Support.
.... (Default value) Legacy USB storage detect This option allows users to decide whether to detect the status of the attached LAN cable. Enabled BIOS will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to the following information for diagnosing your LAN cable: - 37 - SMART LAN (LAN ...Onboard H/W LAN Enabled Enable Onboard H/W LAN function. (Default value) Disabled Disable this function if you are not using onboard USB 2.0 feature. BIOS Setup Disabled Disable USB Keyboard Support. (Default value) USB Mouse Support Enabled Enable USB Mouse Support.
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.../IRQ3 Auto Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3BC/IRQ7. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 38 - OnBoard LAN Boot ROM This function decide whether to the motherboard, the Status fields of all four pairs of 10/100 Mbps in the figure above. BIOS will show Open and the Length fields show Open, and the...
.../IRQ3 Auto Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3BC/IRQ7. GA-945PL-(D)S3P Motherboard - 38 - OnBoard LAN Boot ROM This function decide whether to the motherboard, the Status fields of all four pairs of 10/100 Mbps in the figure above. BIOS will show Open and the Length fields show Open, and the...