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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP35-DS3P 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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Installing the SATA...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP35-DS3P 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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Installing the SATA...
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...x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LAN RJ45 x1 x1 x1 Switch RTL8111B x1 PCI Express Bus 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/ 33 IDE Channel GIGABYTE SATA2 PCI Bus TSB43AB23 3 IEEE 1394a LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400 (O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) Host Interface DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/ 800/667 MHz Intel...174; P35 Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (400 (O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) Intel® ICH9R CODEC Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port ...
...x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LAN RJ45 x1 x1 x1 Switch RTL8111B x1 PCI Express Bus 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/ 33 IDE Channel GIGABYTE SATA2 PCI Bus TSB43AB23 3 IEEE 1394a LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400 (O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) Host Interface DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/ 800/667 MHz Intel...174; P35 Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (400 (O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) Intel® ICH9R CODEC Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port ...
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... metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. 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...
... metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. 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...
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...; T.I. TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394 bracket connected to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out ... to 8 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to the internal IEEE 1394 header) GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x...
...; T.I. TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394 bracket connected to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out ... to 8 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to the internal IEEE 1394 header) GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x...
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GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for Dual BIOSTM ...; ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm (Note 1) Due to Windows XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) When the second PCI Express x16 slot (PCIE_16_2) is in use, the three PCI Express...
GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for Dual BIOSTM ...; ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm (Note 1) Due to Windows XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) When the second PCI Express x16 slot (PCIE_16_2) is in use, the three PCI Express...
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... if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to...
... if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to...
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... - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to 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-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 16 - DS...; Memory modules have a foolproof design. After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR2 memory sockets are installed, a message which says memory is...
... - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to 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-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 16 - DS...; Memory modules have a foolproof design. After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR2 memory sockets are installed, a message which says memory is...
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... so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in the memory sockets. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in one... direction. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to ...
... so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in the memory sockets. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in one... direction. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to ...
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... exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 38 - A supervisor password allows you to restrict access to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most...
... exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 38 - A supervisor password allows you to restrict access to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most...
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...: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Default ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features 640K 511M 512M Item Help Menu Level` KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous...
...: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Default ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features 640K 511M 512M Item Help Menu Level` KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous...
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...for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but it will stop for faster system startup. Typically, 640 KB will be reserved for any error. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 40 - • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA ... access mode. Capacity Approximate capacity of cylinders. Drive A Allows you do not install a floppy disk drive, set to None. Total Memory The total amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. If you ...
...for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but it will stop for faster system startup. Typically, 640 KB will be reserved for any error. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 40 - • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA ... access mode. Capacity Approximate capacity of cylinders. Drive A Allows you do not install a floppy disk drive, set to None. Total Memory The total amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. If you ...
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..., set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. Capability Limit CPUID Max. BIOS Setup to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Virtualization Technology (Note) Full Screen LOGO Show Init Display...
..., set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. Capability Limit CPUID Max. BIOS Setup to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Virtualization Technology (Note) Full Screen LOGO Show Init Display...
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...) PEG Sets PCI Express graphics card on the second PCIe x16 slot (PCIE_16_2) as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 42 - Depending on CPU loading, Intel® EIST technology can function as the first display. For more information.... (Default: Enabled) Virtualization Technology (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology. Set this item to Enabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup.
...) PEG Sets PCI Express graphics card on the second PCIe x16 slot (PCIE_16_2) as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 42 - Depending on CPU loading, Intel® EIST technology can function as the first display. For more information.... (Default: Enabled) Virtualization Technology (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology. Set this item to Enabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup.
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... On By Keyboard Allows the system to clear the password settings. Press on this function. (Default) Double Click Double click on left button on automatically. Memory The system returns to turn on the system. Disabled Disables this item and set the date and time as following: Date (of Month) Alarm : Turn...
... On By Keyboard Allows the system to clear the password settings. Press on this function. (Default) Double Click Double click on left button on automatically. Memory The system returns to turn on the system. Disabled Disables this item and set the date and time as following: Date (of Month) Alarm : Turn...
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...(M.I.T.) Robust Graphics Booster CPU Clock Ratio (Note) CPU Frequency CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) C.I.A. 2 Performance Enhance System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 533 DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) ******** Standard Timing Control ******** x CAS Latency Time 4 x DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay 4 x DRAM RAS# Precharge ... prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components.
...(M.I.T.) Robust Graphics Booster CPU Clock Ratio (Note) CPU Frequency CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) C.I.A. 2 Performance Enhance System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 533 DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) ******** Standard Timing Control ******** x CAS Latency Time 4 x DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay 4 x DRAM RAS# Precharge ... prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components.
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... 800 MHz FSB CPU, set the R.G.B. Important It is highly recommended that supports this item to enhance the performance of the graphics chip and memory. The adjustable range is enabled. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) C.I.A.2 CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2 (C.I...333 MHz. Turbo Increases CPU frequency by 5% or 7% depending on CPU loading through the use of your system bus to 150 MHz. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 52 - CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to manually set in accordance with unlocked clock ratio is designed to automatically adjust...
... 800 MHz FSB CPU, set the R.G.B. Important It is highly recommended that supports this item to enhance the performance of the graphics chip and memory. The adjustable range is enabled. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) C.I.A.2 CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2 (C.I...333 MHz. Turbo Increases CPU frequency by 5% or 7% depending on CPU loading through the use of your system bus to 150 MHz. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 52 - CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to manually set in accordance with unlocked clock ratio is designed to automatically adjust...
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... operate at three different performance levels. System Memory Multiplier Allows you to the CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. the second is the memory frequency that is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; Refresh to ACT Delay Options ...DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Manual allows all DRAM Timing items below to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) Memory Frequency (Mhz) The first memory frequency value is automatically adjusted according to set the system memory multiplier. Precharge delay (tRAS) Options are: Auto (default), 1~63...
... operate at three different performance levels. System Memory Multiplier Allows you to the CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. the second is the memory frequency that is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; Refresh to ACT Delay Options ...DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Manual allows all DRAM Timing items below to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) Memory Frequency (Mhz) The first memory frequency value is automatically adjusted according to set the system memory multiplier. Precharge delay (tRAS) Options are: Auto (default), 1~63...
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... be configurable. (Default: Manual) DDR2 OverVoltage Control Allows you to set the system voltages as required. (Default) +0.05V ~ +1.55V Increases memory voltage by 0.025V to set the North Bridge voltage. FSB OverVoltage Control Allows you to 0.35V at 0.05V increment. Normal Supplies the North ... Control Allows you to manually set the system voltages. PCI-E OverVoltage Control Allows you to 1.55V at 0.025V increment. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 54 - ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to set the CPU voltage.
... be configurable. (Default: Manual) DDR2 OverVoltage Control Allows you to set the system voltages as required. (Default) +0.05V ~ +1.55V Increases memory voltage by 0.025V to set the North Bridge voltage. FSB OverVoltage Control Allows you to 0.35V at 0.05V increment. Normal Supplies the North ... Control Allows you to manually set the system voltages. PCI-E OverVoltage Control Allows you to 1.55V at 0.025V increment. GA-EP35-DS3P Motherboard - 54 - ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to set the CPU voltage.
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... in RAID/AHCI mode are installed. • The amount of data and hard drive access speed may affect the speed at the end of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® 2000 with SP3 or later;
... in RAID/AHCI mode are installed. • The amount of data and hard drive access speed may affect the speed at the end of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® 2000 with SP3 or later;
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...Help 11. and M.I .B. 3. C.I.A./M.I .B. PC HEALTH 5. Before you fully know how to enter the BIOS Setup program. may provide optimizations for CPU and memory, enhancing the performance of these components. - 73 - SMART FAN 4. GO 6. Function LEDs 9. Turbo Boost Description Enters the OVERCLOCKING setting page Enters the ... Toggles among Easy Mode, Advanced Mode, and Graphics Mode Displays the CPU frequency Shows the supported function(s) Go to GIGABYTE website to update EasyTune 5 Pro Opens EasyTune 5 Pro help file Quits or minimizes the EasyTune 5 Pro interface Performance...
...Help 11. and M.I .B. 3. C.I.A./M.I .B. PC HEALTH 5. Before you fully know how to enter the BIOS Setup program. may provide optimizations for CPU and memory, enhancing the performance of these components. - 73 - SMART FAN 4. GO 6. Function LEDs 9. Turbo Boost Description Enters the OVERCLOCKING setting page Enters the ... Toggles among Easy Mode, Advanced Mode, and Graphics Mode Displays the CPU frequency Shows the supported function(s) Go to GIGABYTE website to update EasyTune 5 Pro Opens EasyTune 5 Pro help file Quits or minimizes the EasyTune 5 Pro interface Performance...