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...Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For example, "REV: 1.0" means... the revision of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be made by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order...
...Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For example, "REV: 1.0" means... the revision of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be made by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order...
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Table of Contents GA-E240N Motherboard Layout 5 GA-E240N Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the Memory 10 1-4 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-5 Back Panel Connectors 11 1-6 Internal Connectors 13 ...
Table of Contents GA-E240N Motherboard Layout 5 GA-E240N Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the Memory 10 1-4 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-5 Back Panel Connectors 11 1-6 Internal Connectors 13 ...
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GA-E240N Motherboard Layout CI KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN iTE Super I/O B_BIOS M_BIOS VGA COM LPT AMD E-240 APU GA-E240N USB_HDMI F_USB2 USB_LAN SPDIF_O AUDIO Realtek F_USB1 GbE LAN BAT F_AUDIO CODEC PCI AMD A45 FCH SATA2 0 1 2 3 DDR3_0 DDR3_1 SYS_FAN ATX PWR_LED CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-E240N motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. - 5 - The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
GA-E240N Motherboard Layout CI KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN iTE Super I/O B_BIOS M_BIOS VGA COM LPT AMD E-240 APU GA-E240N USB_HDMI F_USB2 USB_LAN SPDIF_O AUDIO Realtek F_USB1 GbE LAN BAT F_AUDIO CODEC PCI AMD A45 FCH SATA2 0 1 2 3 DDR3_0 DDR3_1 SYS_FAN ATX PWR_LED CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-E240N motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. - 5 - The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
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GA-E240N Motherboard Block Diagram D-Sub HDMI AMD E-240 APU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1333 (O.C.)/1066 MHz Single Channel LAN PCIe CLK (100 MHz) RJ45 Realtek GbE LAN x1 PCI Express Bus PCI Bus PCI CLK (33 MHz) 1 PCI UMI 4 SATA 3Gb/s AMD A45 FCH 8 USB 2.0/1.1 Dual BIOS LPC Bus iTE Super I/O CODEC LPT COM PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications." - 6 -
GA-E240N Motherboard Block Diagram D-Sub HDMI AMD E-240 APU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1333 (O.C.)/1066 MHz Single Channel LAN PCIe CLK (100 MHz) RJ45 Realtek GbE LAN x1 PCI Express Bus PCI Bus PCI CLK (33 MHz) 1 PCI UMI 4 SATA 3Gb/s AMD A45 FCH 8 USB 2.0/1.1 Dual BIOS LPC Bus iTE Super I/O CODEC LPT COM PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications." - 6 -
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...can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. -... 7 - Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the ...
...can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. -... 7 - Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the ...
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...XP Form Factor Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit... GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for EasyTune * Available functions in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software... Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
...XP Form Factor Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit... GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for EasyTune * Available functions in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software... Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
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... an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. A memory module can be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug... from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •• Memory modules have a foolproof design. Carefully read the manual that the motherboard supports the memory.
... an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. A memory module can be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug... from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •• Memory modules have a foolproof design. Carefully read the manual that the motherboard supports the memory.
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... (Blue) The default line in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. This jack can be connected to 1 Gbps data rate. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect front speakers in jack. The following describes the states of the LAN...
... (Blue) The default line in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. This jack can be connected to 1 Gbps data rate. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect front speakers in jack. The following describes the states of the LAN...
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... 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 6) PWR_LED 7) BAT 13 4 8 6 2 5 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) SPDIF_O 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) CI 13) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 -
... 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 6) PWR_LED 7) BAT 13 4 8 6 2 5 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) SPDIF_O 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) CI 13) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 -
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... mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start. If a power supply is recommended that...
... mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start. If a power supply is recommended that...
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... is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it in damage to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 3-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis.
... is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it in damage to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 3-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis.
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... (L) 10 GND 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to your chassis front panel audio module to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same ...time. Pin No. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your expansion card. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND 1 - 18 - For HD Front Panel Audio...
... (L) 10 GND 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to your chassis front panel audio module to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same ...time. Pin No. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your expansion card. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND 1 - 18 - For HD Front Panel Audio...
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11) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to the USB bracket. 12) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Pin No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an ...
11) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to the USB bracket. 12) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Pin No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an ...
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...BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the ...and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is recommended that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to boot. A. Motherboard Model BIOS Version GA-E240N E1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 06/29/2012-Zacate-Hudson-7A66EG05C-00 - 21 - Function ...
...BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the ...and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is recommended that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to boot. A. Motherboard Model BIOS Version GA-E240N E1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 06/29/2012-Zacate-Hudson-7A66EG05C-00 - 21 - Function ...
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...; Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to AHCI. This feature will speed up the hot plug detection of the connected SATA device. (Default: Disabled) && Onboard LAN...
...; Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to AHCI. This feature will speed up the hot plug detection of the connected SATA device. (Default: Disabled) && Onboard LAN...
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... show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No" at next boot. && Case Opened Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header.
... show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No" at next boot. && Case Opened Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header.
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... settings. In case system instability occurs, you may try to load Fail-Safe defaults, which are the safest and most stable BIOS settings for the motherboard. 2-10 Load Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2012 Award Software `` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) `` Standard CMOS Features `` Advanced BIOS Features `` Integrated Peripherals `` Power Management...
... settings. In case system instability occurs, you may try to load Fail-Safe defaults, which are the safest and most stable BIOS settings for the motherboard. 2-10 Load Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2012 Award Software `` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) `` Standard CMOS Features `` Advanced BIOS Features `` Integrated Peripherals `` Power Management...
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... Main Menu. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in the screen...
... Main Menu. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in the screen...
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.... When your effort. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all respects at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to your local or regional waste collection administration for RoHS (Restriction of properly. To prevent releases of harmful...product was accurate in this document is on the product or on how you purchased the product for errors or omissions in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for recycling. If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life...
.... When your effort. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all respects at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to your local or regional waste collection administration for RoHS (Restriction of properly. To prevent releases of harmful...product was accurate in this document is on the product or on how you purchased the product for errors or omissions in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for recycling. If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life...