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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 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 Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 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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Only for GA-EP35-DS3R. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS RCA_SPDIF R_USB1 R_USB2 R_USB3 ATX_12V LGA775 PHASE LED CPU_FAN ATX GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 DDRII1 USB_LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIE_3 PCIE_16 RTL8111B PCIE_1 SPDIF_O PCIE_2 CODEC PCI1 SPDIF_I PCI2 IT8718 CD_IN PCI3 COMA Intel® P35 FDD DDRII3 DDRII4 DDRII2 PWR_FAN BATTERY Intel® ICH9R Intel® ICH9 SATAII2 CLR_CMOS SATAII3 GSATAII0 GIGABYTE SATA2 GSATAII1 SATAII0 SATAII1 SATAII4 SATAII5 IDE1 F_USB2 F_USB1 M_BIOS CI F_PANEL LPT B_BIOS PWR_LED SYS_FAN2 Only for GA-EP35-DS3. - 7 -
Only for GA-EP35-DS3R. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS RCA_SPDIF R_USB1 R_USB2 R_USB3 ATX_12V LGA775 PHASE LED CPU_FAN ATX GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 DDRII1 USB_LAN F_AUDIO AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIE_3 PCIE_16 RTL8111B PCIE_1 SPDIF_O PCIE_2 CODEC PCI1 SPDIF_I PCI2 IT8718 CD_IN PCI3 COMA Intel® P35 FDD DDRII3 DDRII4 DDRII2 PWR_FAN BATTERY Intel® ICH9R Intel® ICH9 SATAII2 CLR_CMOS SATAII3 GSATAII0 GIGABYTE SATA2 GSATAII1 SATAII0 SATAII1 SATAII4 SATAII5 IDE1 F_USB2 F_USB1 M_BIOS CI F_PANEL LPT B_BIOS PWR_LED SYS_FAN2 Only for GA-EP35-DS3. - 7 -
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... SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Only for GA-EP35-DS3. Only for GA-EP35-DS3R. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In RTL 8111B chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot 3... Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATAII0, GSATAII1)...
... SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Only for GA-EP35-DS3. Only for GA-EP35-DS3R. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In RTL 8111B chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot 3... Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATAII0, GSATAII1)...
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GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - The requirements above do not apply to the SATA connectors (GSATAII0, GSATAII1) controlled by the GIGABYTE SATA2 controller. (Refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals," for details on enabling AHCI.) (Note 3) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will ...
GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - The requirements above do not apply to the SATA connectors (GSATAII0, GSATAII1) controlled by the GIGABYTE SATA2 controller. (Refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals," for details on enabling AHCI.) (Note 3) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will ...
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... one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position. Before...
... one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position. Before...
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...allowing different memory sizes to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode/performance. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of different capacity and chips ... memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before...
...allowing different memory sizes to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode/performance. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of different capacity and chips ... memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before...
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... BIOS changes for your computer. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your operating system. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the graphics card is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. Align the card with a screw. 5. Install the driver provided with your...
... BIOS changes for your computer. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your operating system. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the graphics card is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. Align the card with a screw. 5. Install the driver provided with your...
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... occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring • When removing the cable connected to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then...
... occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring • When removing the cable connected to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then...
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GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external ... devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. Only for GA-EP35-DS3R.
GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external ... devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. Only for GA-EP35-DS3R.
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... Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is used to locate pin 1 of different color. 34 33 GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting...
... Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is used to locate pin 1 of different color. 34 33 GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting...
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.... A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. The GIGABYTE SATA2 controller supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Pin No. Only for instructions on configuring a RAID array. If more than two hard drives are to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP35-DS3. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP... GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND 10) GSATAII0/1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by ICH9, Orange) The SATA connectors conform to your SATA hard drive. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 26 -
.... A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. The GIGABYTE SATA2 controller supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Pin No. Only for instructions on configuring a RAID array. If more than two hard drives are to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP35-DS3. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP... GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND 10) GSATAII0/1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by ICH9, Orange) The SATA connectors conform to your SATA hard drive. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 26 -
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... (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow): System Status LED Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. If a problem is on the chassis front panel. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 - When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD...
... (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow): System Status LED Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. If a problem is on the chassis front panel. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 - When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD...
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... a S/PDIF digital audio cable for your motherboard to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND 17) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header...
... a S/PDIF digital audio cable for your motherboard to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND 17) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header...
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... the two pins for BIOS configurations). 20) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 -
... the two pins for BIOS configurations). 20) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 -
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...to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on BIOS Setup settings. The system will still be used for one time only. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 36 - The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, ...Award Software, Inc. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. EP35-DS3R F1b . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 12/04/2007-P35-ICH9-6A89OG0NC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST...
...to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on BIOS Setup settings. The system will still be used for one time only. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 36 - The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, ...Award Software, Inc. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. EP35-DS3R F1b . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 12/04/2007-P35-ICH9-6A89OG0NC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST...
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... Status Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this task.) GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 38 - A supervisor password allows you to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this menu to configure the clock, frequency...
... Status Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this task.) GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 38 - A supervisor password allows you to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this menu to configure the clock, frequency...
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... selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in your system. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. No Errors The system boot will stop. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 40 - Options are : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". Cylinder Head Precomp Landing Zone Number of memory installed on the hard drive...
... selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in your system. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. No Errors The system boot will stop. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 40 - Options are : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". Cylinder Head Precomp Landing Zone Number of memory installed on the hard drive...
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..., the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to Enabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 42 - Limit CPUID Max. PCI Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default) PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card...
..., the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to Enabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. GA-EP35-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 42 - Limit CPUID Max. PCI Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default) PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card...