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GA-EP43-DS3LR/ GA-EP43-DS3L/ GA-EP43-S3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1006 12ME-EP43DS3L-1006R
GA-EP43-DS3LR/ GA-EP43-DS3L/ GA-EP43-S3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1006 12ME-EP43DS3L-1006R
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...7 OptionalItems...7 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...7 OptionalItems...7 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU ...
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... (Optional 94 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 96 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 98 5-3 Troubleshooting 99 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 99 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 100 5-4 Regulatory Statements 102 Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 6 -
... (Optional 94 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 96 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 98 5-3 Troubleshooting 99 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 99 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 100 5-4 Regulatory Statements 102 Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 6 -
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... cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 7 - Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3LR or GA-EP43-DS3L or GA-EP43-S3L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield...
... cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 7 - Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3LR or GA-EP43-DS3L or GA-EP43-S3L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield...
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Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 8 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF COAXIAL R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX LGA775 DDR2_1 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 FDD SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO Intel® P43 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PWR_FAN CODEC SPDIF_O CD_IN ...® ICH10 Intel® ICH10R SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_ 1 JMicron 368 IDE SATA2_5 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED COMA LPT F_USB2 "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43-DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. Only for...
Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 8 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF COAXIAL R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX LGA775 DDR2_1 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 FDD SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO Intel® P43 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PWR_FAN CODEC SPDIF_O CD_IN ...® ICH10 Intel® ICH10R SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_ 1 JMicron 368 IDE SATA2_5 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED COMA LPT F_USB2 "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43-DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. Only for...
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Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 9 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400(O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 ... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) Only for GA-EP43-DS3L.
Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 9 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400(O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 ... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) Only for GA-EP43-DS3L.
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... Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 12 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 JMicron 368 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting...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/Out Support for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Only for CD In 1 ...
... Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 12 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 JMicron 368 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting...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/Out Support for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Only for CD In 1 ...
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.../System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 2) Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 13 - Hardware Installation Only for GA-EP43-DS3L.
.../System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 2) Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 13 - Hardware Installation Only for GA-EP43-DS3L.
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GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 14 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM ...
GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 14 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM ...
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... installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 16 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU...
... installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 16 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU...
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..."- -"=No Memory) DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode/performance. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - DS/SS - - - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is installed.... This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets ...
..."- -"=No Memory) DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode/performance. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - DS/SS - - - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is installed.... This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets ...
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... Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Make sure the card is...
... Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Make sure the card is...
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...device and then remove it from the connector. Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Before using this port for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 21 - Use this feature, ensure that supports digital coaxial audio. Only for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse,...Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect a PS/2 keyboard. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower...
...device and then remove it from the connector. Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Before using this port for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 21 - Use this feature, ensure that supports digital coaxial audio. Only for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse,...Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect a PS/2 keyboard. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower...
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Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 22 - Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in jack. Use this audio jack for ...
Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 22 - Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in jack. Use this audio jack for ...
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... Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 24 - Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover...
... Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 24 - Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover...
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Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 7 17 17 1 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND Only for GA-EP43-S3L. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling ....) 39 1 40 2 8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 26 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 7 17 17 1 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND Only for GA-EP43-S3L. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling ....) 39 1 40 2 8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 26 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
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...) This header can be an even number.) • A RAID 10 configuration requires at least two hard drives. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 27 - The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is operating. Each SATA connector...
...) This header can be an even number.) • A RAID 10 configuration requires at least two hard drives. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 27 - The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is operating. Each SATA connector...
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... damage it. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to this header. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 28 - Definition Pin No. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the front and...
... damage it. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to this header. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 28 - Definition Pin No. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the front and...
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For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in and can connect to an audio device that came with your optical drive to the header. 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 13) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header, Red) This header supports digital S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 30 -
For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in and can connect to an audio device that came with your optical drive to the header. 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 13) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header, Red) This header supports digital S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 30 -