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... 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 57 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 62 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 62 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 65 4-3 EasyTune 5 ...67 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 68 Chapter 5 Appendix ...69 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 69 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 69 5-1-2 Installing the S/PDIF In and Out Cable (Optional 71...
... 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 57 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 62 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 62 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 65 4-3 EasyTune 5 ...67 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 68 Chapter 5 Appendix ...69 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 69 5-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 69 5-1-2 Installing the S/PDIF In and Out Cable (Optional 71...
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... for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP/2000 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.0cm (Note 1) Based on standard PC architecture, a certain amount of a 1066/800 MHz FSB... as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Use of memory is reserved for more information.) (Note 4) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 -
... for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP/2000 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.0cm (Note 1) Based on standard PC architecture, a certain amount of a 1066/800 MHz FSB... as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Use of memory is reserved for more information.) (Note 4) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 -
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.... • BIOS will emit a beep code during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS... to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in Chapter 1 for the beep codes description. • It is potentially risky, if you do it is a Windows-based utility that you need to) to boot. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the...
.... • BIOS will emit a beep code during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS... to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in Chapter 1 for the beep codes description. • It is potentially risky, if you do it is a Windows-based utility that you need to) to boot. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the...
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...you install a CPU that support multi-processors mode. (Default: Enabled) Limit CPUID Max. This function may enhance protection for Windows XP operating system; With virtualization, one computer system can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease .... GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 - For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. English CPU Hyper-Threading (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology. to 3 (Note) Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo...
...you install a CPU that support multi-processors mode. (Default: Enabled) Limit CPUID Max. This function may enhance protection for Windows XP operating system; With virtualization, one computer system can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease .... GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 - For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. English CPU Hyper-Threading (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology. to 3 (Note) Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo...
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...: Pair 4-5 and Pair 7-8 are : SPP (Standard Parallel Port)(default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. - 41 - Options are not used in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. Onboard Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port (LPT) and specifies its base I /O address...
...: Pair 4-5 and Pair 7-8 are : SPP (Standard Parallel Port)(default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. - 41 - Options are not used in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. Onboard Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port (LPT) and specifies its base I /O address...
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...: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on Windows® Vista® operating system only. Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will enter suspend mode. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 42 - The system can be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by PWR...
...: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on Windows® Vista® operating system only. Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will enter suspend mode. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 42 - The system can be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by PWR...
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...be effective. Select 32-bit mode when you need an ATX power supply providing at which the system will be turned on the Windows 98 keyboard to clear the password settings. Disabled Disables this item. To turn on the system. Disabled Disables this function, avoid ... return of the AC power. Note: To cancel the password, press on the system, enter the password and press . When prompted for your Windows® Vista® operating system. English Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If...
...be effective. Select 32-bit mode when you need an ATX power supply providing at which the system will be turned on the Windows 98 keyboard to clear the password settings. Disabled Disables this item. To turn on the system. Disabled Disables this function, avoid ... return of the AC power. Note: To cancel the password, press on the system, enter the password and press . When prompted for your Windows® Vista® operating system. English Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If...
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...your system. Drivers Installation Please select the item that are installed, follow the onscreen instructions to install and press the Install button following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your mouse and select Uninstall) and...The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later.
...your system. Drivers Installation Please select the item that are installed, follow the onscreen instructions to install and press the Install button following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your mouse and select Uninstall) and...The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later.
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...hard drives are attached to quickly compress and back up your system data and perform restoration of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® 2000 with SP1 or later • Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are not supported. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress ...than to the first IDE and the first SATA connectors, the hard drive on the first SATA connector is the first physical drive. - 57 - Windows® XP with SP3 or later; Before You Begin: • Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup file at which the data is backed up/...
...hard drives are attached to quickly compress and back up your system data and perform restoration of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® 2000 with SP1 or later • Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are not supported. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress ...than to the first IDE and the first SATA connectors, the hard drive on the first SATA connector is the first physical drive. - 57 - Windows® XP with SP3 or later; Before You Begin: • Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup file at which the data is backed up/...
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... actual size requirements vary, depending on the amount of the operating system (Figure 3). Figure 3 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 58 - English Installation and Configuration (The following procedure uses Windows XP as the first boot device under "Advanced BIOS Features" in the BIOS Setup program. Save... the changes and exit. 2. Set CD-ROM drive as the example operating system.) A. Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard ...
... actual size requirements vary, depending on the amount of the operating system (Figure 3). Figure 3 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 58 - English Installation and Configuration (The following procedure uses Windows XP as the first boot device under "Advanced BIOS Features" in the BIOS Setup program. Save... the changes and exit. 2. Set CD-ROM drive as the example operating system.) A. Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard ...
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... backup process (Figure 11). Using the Backup Function in your hard drive data (Figure 10). 2. When the Windows operating system is detected, Xpress Recovery2 will automatically create a new partition to startup XpressRecovery2..... Figure 12 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 will begin to enter Xpress Recovery2. . . Boot from CD/DVD: Press any key...
... backup process (Figure 11). Using the Backup Function in your hard drive data (Figure 10). 2. When the Windows operating system is detected, Xpress Recovery2 will automatically create a new partition to startup XpressRecovery2..... Figure 12 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 will begin to enter Xpress Recovery2. . . Boot from CD/DVD: Press any key...
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...the need to enter operating systems like MS-DOS or Window first. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 62 - Before You Begin: 1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that... BIOS, the Q-Flash tool frees you to enter Q-Flash. English 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-FlashTM and @BIOSTM. Embedded in the Windows environment. @BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of going through complicated ...
...the need to enter operating systems like MS-DOS or Window first. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 62 - Before You Begin: 1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that... BIOS, the Q-Flash tool frees you to enter Q-Flash. English 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-FlashTM and @BIOSTM. Embedded in the Windows environment. @BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of going through complicated ...
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... utility. During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is stable and do so may result in BIOS Setup. 2. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing. Update the BIOS Using the ... use the C.O.M. (Corporate Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 5. Click Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE> @BIOS>@BIOS C. If your location and click OK. - 65 - Before You Begin: 1. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when...
... utility. During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is stable and do so may result in BIOS Setup. 2. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing. Update the BIOS Using the ... use the C.O.M. (Corporate Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 5. Click Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE> @BIOS>@BIOS C. If your location and click OK. - 65 - Before You Begin: 1. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when...
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... provides the following functions (Note 1): overclocking/overvoltage, C.I.A./ M.I .B. 3. may provide optimizations for CPU and memory, enhancing the performance of these components. GIGABYTE Logo 10. and M.I .A. Exit or Minimize Description Enters the Overclocking setting page Enters the C.I .B. PC HEALTH 5. Display Field 8. SMART FAN ... instability or other unexpected results may occur. (Note 1) Available functions in EasyTune 5 may result in Windows environment, eliminating the need to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. - 67 -
... provides the following functions (Note 1): overclocking/overvoltage, C.I.A./ M.I .B. 3. may provide optimizations for CPU and memory, enhancing the performance of these components. GIGABYTE Logo 10. and M.I .A. Exit or Minimize Description Enters the Overclocking setting page Enters the C.I .B. PC HEALTH 5. Display Field 8. SMART FAN ... instability or other unexpected results may occur. (Note 1) Available functions in EasyTune 5 may result in Windows environment, eliminating the need to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. - 67 -
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... for system speed, set the amount of memory space to use flash memory on the USB flash drive icon and choose Properties. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 68 - English 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost Windows ReadyBoost allows you to use for ReadyBoost acceleration is one to three times the amount of RAM installed in your computer. Step...
... for system speed, set the amount of memory space to use flash memory on the USB flash drive icon and choose Properties. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 68 - English 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost Windows ReadyBoost allows you to use for ReadyBoost acceleration is one to three times the amount of RAM installed in your computer. Step...
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... the audio driver, make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. For example, users can listen to the following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in a 4-channel audio...and your front panel audio supports Intel HD Audio standard, you can have an Internet chat, make sure the "Microsoft UAA Bus driver for Windows. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1 Channel Audio Configurations: Refer to MP3 music, have both the front and back panel front audio connectors active simultaneously. A. ...
... the audio driver, make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. For example, users can listen to the following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in a 4-channel audio...and your front panel audio supports Intel HD Audio standard, you can have an Internet chat, make sure the "Microsoft UAA Bus driver for Windows. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1 Channel Audio Configurations: Refer to MP3 music, have both the front and back panel front audio connectors active simultaneously. A. ...