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GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-EP43DS3R-1004R
GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-EP43DS3R-1004R
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Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3R/ GA-EP43-DS3 May 15, 2008
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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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... (Optional 100 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 102 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 104 5-3 Troubleshooting 105 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 105 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 106 Regulatory Statements 108 Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 5 -
... (Optional 100 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 102 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 104 5-3 Troubleshooting 105 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 105 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 106 Regulatory Statements 108 Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 5 -
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Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3R or GA-EP43-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and...
Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3R or GA-EP43-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and...
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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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... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 4 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) Only for GA-EP43-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 8 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3R.
... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 4 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) Only for GA-EP43-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 8 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3R.
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...x1 slot 4 x PCI slots South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel®.../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/Out Support for GA-EP43-DS3R. Support for GA-EP43-DS3. Only for SATA RAID 0, RAID ...
...x1 slot 4 x PCI slots South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel®.../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/Out Support for GA-EP43-DS3R. Support for GA-EP43-DS3. Only for SATA RAID 0, RAID ...
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...OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Only for optimum performance. 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 installed... (Note 5) This feature is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows XP/Vista 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. (Note 2) If you are installed, ...
...OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Only for optimum performance. 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 installed... (Note 5) This feature is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP43-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows XP/Vista 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. (Note 2) If you are installed, ...
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... from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the...
... from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the...
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... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS - - - - Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in the same colored DDR2 sockets...DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Flex Memory Mode will appear during the POST. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction....
... memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS - - - - Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in the same colored DDR2 sockets...DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Flex Memory Mode will appear during the POST. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction....
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... and unplug the power cord from the slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the card until it is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the PCIEX4_1 slot: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is fully inserted...
... and unplug the power cord from the slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the card until it is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the PCIEX4_1 slot: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is fully inserted...
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... cable, and one free PCI slot and secure the SATA bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. nector on your SATA device. Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 19 - Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket SATA signal cable into the corresponding connectors when installing. Step 3: Step 4: Connect the power Plug one...
... cable, and one free PCI slot and secure the SATA bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. nector on your SATA device. Only for GA-EP43-DS3R. - 19 - Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket SATA signal cable into the corresponding connectors when installing. Step 3: Step 4: Connect the power Plug one...
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... that your device and then remove it from your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Connection/ Speed LED Activity...
... that your device and then remove it from your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Connection/ Speed LED Activity...
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. 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...
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. 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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... is recommended that a system fan be sure to locate pin 1 of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. The types of different color. 34 33 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN2 1 SYS_FAN1/ PWR_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No...
... is recommended that a system fan be sure to locate pin 1 of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. The types of different color. 34 33 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN2 1 SYS_FAN1/ PWR_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No...
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...Off If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- 8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb...to indicate system power status. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3R. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). 1 Only for instructions on configuring a...
...Off If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- 8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb...to indicate system power status. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3R. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). 1 Only for instructions on configuring a...
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... make the device unable to this header. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 - Definition Pin No. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 12...
... make the device unable to this header. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 - Definition Pin No. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 12...
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... power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 16) F1_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header, Gray) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow) The headers conform to IEEE 1394a specification. Each USB header can provide one end of the cable...
... power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 16) F1_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header, Gray) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow) The headers conform to IEEE 1394a specification. Each USB header can provide one end of the cable...
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...) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 - To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer, be sure to remove the jumper cap from the jumper. Pin No...
...) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. GA-EP43-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 - To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer, be sure to remove the jumper cap from the jumper. Pin No...