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GA-946-DS3/ GA-946-S3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 3301 12ME-946DS3-3301R * 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-946-DS3/ GA-946-S3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 3301 12ME-946DS3-3301R * 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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Motherboard GA-946-DS3/GA-946-S3 Jun. 1, 2007 Motherboard GA-946-DS3/GA-946-S3 Jun. 1, 2007
Motherboard GA-946-DS3/GA-946-S3 Jun. 1, 2007 Motherboard GA-946-DS3/GA-946-S3 Jun. 1, 2007
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Table of Contents OptionalItems ...6 Box Contents ...6 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the ...
Table of Contents OptionalItems ...6 Box Contents ...6 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the ...
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Box Contents GA-946-DS3 or GA-946-S3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two ...
Box Contents GA-946-DS3 or GA-946-S3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two ...
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GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN GA-946-DS3/S3 COMA LPT PWR_FAN USB USB LAN AUDIO1 AUDIO2 RTL8111B CODEC F_AUDIO DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 NB_FAN Intel® 946GZ PCIE_3 ATX PCIE_16 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 PCI1 PCI2 CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH7 BAT SATAII0 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 BIOS SYS_FAN IT8718 PCI3 CI FDD IDE1 PWR_LED F_PANEL CD_IN SPDIF_IO F_USB1 F_USB2 "*" Only the GA-946-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN GA-946-DS3/S3 COMA LPT PWR_FAN USB USB LAN AUDIO1 AUDIO2 RTL8111B CODEC F_AUDIO DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 NB_FAN Intel® 946GZ PCIE_3 ATX PCIE_16 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 PCI1 PCI2 CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH7 BAT SATAII0 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 BIOS SYS_FAN IT8718 PCI3 CI FDD IDE1 PWR_LED F_PANEL CD_IN SPDIF_IO F_USB1 F_USB2 "*" Only the GA-946-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
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...; Pentium® 4 processor/ Intel® Celeron® D processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Support for Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology L2...Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 667 (Note 2)/533 MHz memory modules (Note 3) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel... connected to the internal USB headers) "*" Only the GA-946-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 10 -
...; Pentium® 4 processor/ Intel® Celeron® D processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Support for Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology L2...Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 667 (Note 2)/533 MHz memory modules (Note 3) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel... connected to the internal USB headers) "*" Only the GA-946-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 10 -
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... memory. (Note 3) Some memory configurations will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Use of memory is less than the stated amount. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 -
... memory. (Note 3) Some memory configurations will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup. (Note 2) Use of memory is less than the stated amount. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 -
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GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into position. Step 2: Remove the ...
GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into position. Step 2: Remove the ...
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... to prevent system's failure to start or incorrect detection of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 3. DS/SS SS SS Four Modules SS SS SS SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "-...insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS DDRII4 - - It is...
... to prevent system's failure to start or incorrect detection of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 3. DS/SS SS SS Four Modules SS SS SS SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "-...insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS DDRII4 - - It is...
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... computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 18 - English 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Remove the metal slot cover...
... computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 18 - English 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Remove the metal slot cover...
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... Audio." In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in jack ( ). GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 20 - Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Microphones must be...
... Audio." In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in jack ( ). GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 20 - Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Microphones must be...
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... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation...
... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation...
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... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 2 40 1 39 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 24 - Before connecting a floppy disk drive, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 2 40 1 39 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 24 - Before connecting a floppy disk drive, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
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... RXN RXP GND 10) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header) This header can be used to connect a system power LED on when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off (S5). Hardware Installation English 9) SATAII0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb... ICH7, Orange) The SATA connectors conform to indicate system power status. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off - 25 - Pin No.
... RXN RXP GND 10) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header) This header can be used to connect a system power LED on when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off (S5). Hardware Installation English 9) SATAII0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb... ICH7, Orange) The SATA connectors conform to indicate system power status. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off - 25 - Pin No.
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...the reset switch on the chassis front panel to the power switch on the chassis front panel. PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - The S0 On LED is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. You may configure the way to turn off (S5... computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • NC (Purple): No connection The front panel design may issue beeps in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the speaker on the chassis front panel. RESRES...
...the reset switch on the chassis front panel to the power switch on the chassis front panel. PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - The S0 On LED is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. You may configure the way to turn off (S5... computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • NC (Purple): No connection The front panel design may issue beeps in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the speaker on the chassis front panel. RESRES...
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... headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Via an optional S/PDIF in and out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 28 -
... headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Via an optional S/PDIF in and out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 28 -
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... unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. • Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. Danger of explosion if the battery is turned off. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - Plug in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to a low level, or the CMOS values may not...
... unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. • Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. Danger of explosion if the battery is turned off. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - Plug in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to a low level, or the CMOS values may not...
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After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 32 - The LOGO Screen (Default) :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash Function Keys B. To exit Boot Menu, press ... POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Intel 946GZ BIOS for 946-DS3 E1 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/04/2007-946GZ-ICH7-6A89LG00C-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST ...
After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 32 - The LOGO Screen (Default) :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash Function Keys B. To exit Boot Menu, press ... POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Intel 946GZ BIOS for 946-DS3 E1 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/04/2007-946GZ-ICH7-6A89LG00C-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST ...
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... CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use this task.) GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - First select the profile you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in the BIOS Setup program to a profile. An...
... CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use this task.) GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - First select the profile you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in the BIOS Setup program to a profile. An...
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... stop for all other errors. All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error but stop . Base Memory Also called conventional memory. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - Cylinder Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Drive A Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to...
... stop for all other errors. All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error but stop . Base Memory Also called conventional memory. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - Cylinder Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Drive A Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to...