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... 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. All rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to... written permission. In order to their respective owners. Example: Disclaimer Information in the use of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this : "REV:...
... 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. All rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to... written permission. In order to their respective owners. Example: Disclaimer Information in the use of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this : "REV:...
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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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... system in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation,... make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are uncertain about...
... system in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation,... make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are uncertain about...
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... 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.
... 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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...DIMM 1-4 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. DDR3_0 DDR3_1 1-3 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: ••...the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. - 10 - 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 the power cord ...
...DIMM 1-4 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. DDR3_0 DDR3_1 1-3 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: ••...the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. - 10 - 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 the power cord ...
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... or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect front speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Use...
... or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect front speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Use...
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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 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
... 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 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
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..., the result can supply enough stable power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (300W or greater).
..., the result can supply enough stable power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (300W or greater).
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... a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 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).
... a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 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).
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...expansion cards) for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. •• Some chassis provide a front... panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Pin No. 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC...
...expansion cards) for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. •• Some chassis provide a front... panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Pin No. 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC...
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... requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. 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. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB...
... requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. 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. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB...
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The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2012, Award Software, Inc. A. Motherboard Model BIOS Version GA-E240N E1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 06/29/2012-Zacate-Hudson-7A66EG05C-00 - 21 - Inadequately altering the settings... and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is turned on the motherboard. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to keep the configuration values in the CMOS ...
The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2012, Award Software, Inc. A. Motherboard Model BIOS Version GA-E240N E1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 06/29/2012-Zacate-Hudson-7A66EG05C-00 - 21 - Inadequately altering the settings... and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is turned on the motherboard. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to keep the configuration values in the CMOS ...
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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 mode. && OnChip SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && OnChip SATA Type Configures the...
...; 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 mode. && OnChip SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && OnChip SATA Type Configures the...
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... whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the motherboard CI header. When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will be powered on automatically. If the system chassis cover is overheated. (Default: Enabled) && Reset...
... whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the motherboard CI header. When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will be powered on automatically. If the system chassis cover is overheated. (Default: Enabled) && Reset...
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... function. 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...
... function. 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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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. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that are recommended ...
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. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that are recommended ...
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...our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to maximize the use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on its packaging, which indicates that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals. The WEEE ...safe from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any unauthorized purpose. Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal ...
...our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to maximize the use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on its packaging, which indicates that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals. The WEEE ...safe from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any unauthorized purpose. Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal ...