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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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Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3L/GA-EP43-S3L May 23, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3L/ GA-EP43-S3L May 23, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3L/GA-EP43-S3L May 23, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3L/ GA-EP43-S3L May 23, 2008
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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 15 1-3-2 ...
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 15 1-3-2 ...
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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 • The ...
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 • The ...
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... 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 IT8718 SPDIF_I... Intel® 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 GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 8 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L.
... 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 IT8718 SPDIF_I... Intel® 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 GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 8 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L.
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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 MHz) 4 ... 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 MHz) 4 ... 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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... 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 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...- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43-DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 12 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion...
... 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 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...- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43-DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 12 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion...
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... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 14 -
... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 14 -
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... with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. 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...
... with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. 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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... memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No ...and chips be used . (Go to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. DS/SS - - If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be populated and remain in the same colored DDR2 sockets...
... memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No ...and chips be used . (Go to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. DS/SS - - If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be populated and remain in the same colored DDR2 sockets...
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Locate an expansion slot that came with your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power ...
Locate an expansion slot that came with your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power ...
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... drive, walkman, etc. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be connected to the default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 22 - Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration...
... drive, walkman, etc. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be connected to the default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 22 - Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration...
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... 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 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. If a power supply is used that can withstand high...
... 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 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. If a power supply is used that can withstand high...
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... 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. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 26 - Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings ... (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to ...
... 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. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 26 - Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings ... (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to ...
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... default. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 28 - For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. If your chassis front panel audio module to activate...
... default. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 28 - For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. If your chassis front panel audio module to activate...
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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. 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. Pin No.
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. 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. Pin No.
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... optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition NDCD NSIN NSOUT NDTR GND NDSR NRTS NCTS NRI No Pin GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 32 - For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 Definition STBAFDPD0...
... optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition NDCD NSIN NSOUT NDTR GND NDSR NRTS NCTS NRI No Pin GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 32 - For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 Definition STBAFDPD0...
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... holder, making them short for more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced," for 5 seconds.) 3. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 34 - Plug in accordance with local environmental regulations. 21) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs. 20) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep...
... holder, making them short for more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced," for 5 seconds.) 3. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 34 - Plug in accordance with local environmental regulations. 21) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs. 20) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep...
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... settings. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to set the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 36 - A. EP43-DS3L F1da . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/21/2008-P43-ICH10-7A89PG0FC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST Screen Press the key...
... settings. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to set the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 36 - A. EP43-DS3L F1da . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/21/2008-P43-ICH10-7A89PG0FC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST Screen Press the key...
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... allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 38 - It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. You can also carry out this menu to load the...
... allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 38 - It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. You can also carry out this menu to load the...