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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP43-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 ... 60 2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password 61 2-13 Save & Exit Setup 62 2-14 Exit Without Saving 62 2-15 Security Chip Configuration (Note 63 Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 4 -
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP43-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 ... 60 2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password 61 2-13 Save & Exit Setup 62 2-14 Exit Without Saving 62 2-15 Security Chip Configuration (Note 63 Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 4 -
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... KB_MS ATX_12V R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED USB_1394_1 ATX R_USB GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCI1 Intel® P43 FDD PWR_FAN DDR2_3 CLR_CMOS DDR2_4 SYS_FAN2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 SPDIF_I CODEC PCI2 SPDIF_O PCIEX4_1 PCI3 ...; ICH10 IT8213 TPM IC (Note) TSB43AB23 CI F_USB2 F_USB1 BAT M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 COMA LPT F_PANEL F1_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-EP43-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3R.
... KB_MS ATX_12V R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED USB_1394_1 ATX R_USB GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCI1 Intel® P43 FDD PWR_FAN DDR2_3 CLR_CMOS DDR2_4 SYS_FAN2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 SPDIF_I CODEC PCI2 SPDIF_O PCIEX4_1 PCI3 ...; ICH10 IT8213 TPM IC (Note) TSB43AB23 CI F_USB2 F_USB1 BAT M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 COMA LPT F_PANEL F1_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-EP43-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3R.
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...GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In...133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (Note 2) (The ...
...GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (O.C.)/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In...133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (Note 2) (The ...
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GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of physical memory is optional due to Windows XP/... will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) If you are installing one PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to different regional policy.
GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of physical memory is optional due to Windows XP/... will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) If you are installing one PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to different regional policy.
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... you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. Before installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into position. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. B. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the...
... you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. Before installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into position. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. B. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the...
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..., a message which says memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you begin to be enabled if only one direction. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four ...and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be populated and remain in only one DDR2 memory module is installed. 2. DS/SS - - - - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be used and installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. DS/SS - - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following ...
..., a message which says memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you begin to be enabled if only one direction. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four ...and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be populated and remain in only one DDR2 memory module is installed. 2. DS/SS - - - - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be used and installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. DS/SS - - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following ...
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... slot. Turn on the card until it is securely seated in your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the slot. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics...
... slot. Turn on the card until it is securely seated in your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the slot. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics...
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... occurring • When removing the cable connected to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Before using this port for an IEEE 1394a device. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial...
... occurring • When removing the cable connected to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Before using this port for an IEEE 1394a device. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial...
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GA-EP43-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 ...
GA-EP43-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 ...
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... correct orientation (the black connector wire is typically designated by a stripe of the cable is the ground wire). The pin 1 of different color. 34 33 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system fan be sure to...
... correct orientation (the black connector wire is typically designated by a stripe of the cable is the ground wire). The pin 1 of different color. 34 33 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system fan be sure to...
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... or powered off when the system is operating. Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 26 - Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3R. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED is on configuring a RAID array. The...
... or powered off when the system is operating. Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 26 - Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3R. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED is on configuring a RAID array. The...
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... or even damage it. You may connect the audio cable that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 -
... or even damage it. You may connect the audio cable that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 -
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... to prevent damage to the IEEE 1394a bracket. • To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one IEEE 1394a port via an optional USB bracket. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - Each USB header can provide one end of the cable to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The IEEE 1394a header can provide two USB ports via...
... to prevent damage to the IEEE 1394a bracket. • To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one IEEE 1394a port via an optional USB bracket. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - Each USB header can provide one end of the cable to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The IEEE 1394a header can provide two USB ports via...
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GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 - Pin No. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory ...
GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 - Pin No. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory ...
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...in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EP43-DS3R D2 . . . . In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the motherboard driver disk, the key can access ...as needed. : Q-Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 36 - The LOGO Screen (Default) :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash Function Keys B. 2-1 Startup Screen...
...in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EP43-DS3R D2 . . . . In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the motherboard driver disk, the key can access ...as needed. : Q-Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 36 - The LOGO Screen (Default) :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash Function Keys B. 2-1 Startup Screen...
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... you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. Only for optimal-performance system operations. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 38 - The Functions of the and keys (For the Main Menu Only) ` F11 : Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to make... Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-EP43-DS3R.
... you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. Only for optimal-performance system operations. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 38 - The Functions of the and keys (For the Main Menu Only) ` F11 : Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to make... Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-EP43-DS3R.
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... to allow the CPU Host Frequency item below to be configurable. CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to increase the CPU clock ratio set the R.G.B. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 40 - Note: If your overall system configurations. This page is installed. Fine CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to alter the clock ratio for...
... to allow the CPU Host Frequency item below to be configurable. CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to increase the CPU clock ratio set the R.G.B. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 40 - Note: If your overall system configurations. This page is installed. Fine CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to alter the clock ratio for...
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.... (Default: Auto) Memory Frequency (Mhz) The first memory frequency value is automatically adjusted according to the CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 42 - CPU Clock Skew Allows you to set the CPU clock prior to fix the chipset frequency at three different performance levels. Options are...
.... (Default: Auto) Memory Frequency (Mhz) The first memory frequency value is automatically adjusted according to the CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 42 - CPU Clock Skew Allows you to set the CPU clock prior to fix the chipset frequency at three different performance levels. Options are...
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...(Different Rank) Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRD Phase1 Adjustment Options are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase2 Adjustment Options are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 44 - Command Rate(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~3. >>>>> Channel A Static tRead Value Options are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase3 Adjustment Options are : Auto...
...(Different Rank) Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRD Phase1 Adjustment Options are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase2 Adjustment Options are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 44 - Command Rate(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~3. >>>>> Channel A Static tRead Value Options are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase3 Adjustment Options are : Auto...