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... product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard... BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2008 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Documentation Classifications In ...
... product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard... BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2008 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Documentation Classifications In ...
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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 ... 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 20 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-7 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 39 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 46 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 48 2-6 IntegratedPeripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 54 2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations 56 2-9 PC...
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 ... 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 20 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-7 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 39 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 46 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 48 2-6 IntegratedPeripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 54 2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations 56 2-9 PC...
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...Technical Manuals 62 3-4 Contact ...63 3-5 System ...63 3-6 Download Center 64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 70 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 70 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 73 4-3 EasyTune 6 ...74 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced 75 4-5 Q-Share ...77 4-6 Time Repair ...78 Chapter 5 Appendix ... 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 -
...Technical Manuals 62 3-4 Contact ...63 3-5 System ...63 3-6 Download Center 64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 70 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 70 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 73 4-3 EasyTune 6 ...74 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced 75 4-5 Q-Share ...77 4-6 Time Repair ...78 Chapter 5 Appendix ... 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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... Channel JMicron 368 Host Interface Intel® P43 DDR2 1200/1066/ 800/667 MHz Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (400(O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) Dual BIOS Intel® ICH10 Intel® ICH10R 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports PCI Bus CODEC LPC Bus IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse... 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-DS3LR. - 9 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L.
... Channel JMicron 368 Host Interface Intel® P43 DDR2 1200/1066/ 800/667 MHz Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (400(O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) Dual BIOS Intel® ICH10 Intel® ICH10R 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports PCI Bus CODEC LPC Bus IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse... 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-DS3LR. - 9 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L.
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... Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress... 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 -
... Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress... 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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...mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, ...-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. After the memory is installed. 2. When enabling Dual Channel... Channel mode/performance. If you begin to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - DS/SS - - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following : Channel ...
...mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, ...-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. After the memory is installed. 2. When enabling Dual Channel... Channel mode/performance. If you begin to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - DS/SS - - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following : Channel ...
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... metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Make sure the metal contacts on your operating system. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the...7. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in your computer. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently ...
... metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Make sure the metal contacts on your operating system. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the...7. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in your computer. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently ...
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...(Purple): No connection The front panel design may issue beeps in S1 sleep state. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the speaker on the chassis front... 20 1 19 HD+ HD- If a problem is in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to this header according to...
...(Purple): No connection The front panel design may issue beeps in S1 sleep state. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the speaker on the chassis front... 20 1 19 HD+ HD- If a problem is in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to this header according to...
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...the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 33 - 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature... may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion ...
...the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 33 - 18) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature... may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion ...
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... battery when the battery voltage drops to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 34 - 20) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with an incorrect model...
... battery when the battery voltage drops to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 34 - 20) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with an incorrect model...
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... on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in Chapter 1 for the beep codes description. ... system instability or other unexpected results. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is turned on the motherboard. If this chapter or ...
... on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in Chapter 1 for the beep codes description. ... system instability or other unexpected results. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is turned on the motherboard. If this chapter or ...
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... An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. A. To show the BIOS POST screen. To exit Boot Menu, press . The system will still be used for one time only. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 36 - After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from... the device configured in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to set the first boot device without having ...
... An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. A. To show the BIOS POST screen. To exit Boot Menu, press . The system will still be used for one time only. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 36 - After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from... the device configured in BIOS Setup. : Xpress Recovery2 If you to set the first boot device without having ...
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...the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for reference only and may differ by BIOS version. - 37 - BIOS Setup Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP43-DS3L F1da) CMOS Setup Utility-...Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software ` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ` Standard CMOS Features ` Advanced BIOS Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` ...
...the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for reference only and may differ by BIOS version. - 37 - BIOS Setup Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP43-DS3L F1da) CMOS Setup Utility-...Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software ` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ` Standard CMOS Features ` Advanced BIOS Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` ...
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...(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this function to load...(For the Main Menu Only) ` F11 : Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you can also carry out this task.) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 38 - A supervisor password allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in BIOS Setup. Set User Password Change, set , or disable ...
...(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this function to load...(For the Main Menu Only) ` F11 : Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you can also carry out this task.) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 38 - A supervisor password allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in BIOS Setup. Set User Password Change, set , or disable ...
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BIOS Setup 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Robust Graphics Booster CPU Clock Ratio (Note 1) Fine CPU Clock ...
BIOS Setup 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Robust Graphics Booster CPU Clock Ratio (Note 1) Fine CPU Clock ...
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Auto allows the BIOS to enhance the performance of the graphics chip and memory. The item is present only if a CPU with the overclock/overvoltage settings you to be ... Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. ******** Clock Chip Control Standard Clock Control CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of these components. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 40 - Options are: Auto (default), Fast, Turbo. Fine CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you made is dependent on system configurations. Enabled will...
Auto allows the BIOS to enhance the performance of the graphics chip and memory. The item is present only if a CPU with the overclock/overvoltage settings you to be ... Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. ******** Clock Chip Control Standard Clock Control CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of these components. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 40 - Options are: Auto (default), Fast, Turbo. Fine CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you made is dependent on system configurations. Enabled will...
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... to maximize system performance. Turbo Full Thrust Increases CPU frequency by 7% or 9% depending on CPU loading. The adjustable range is highly dependent on your CPU. BIOS Setup For an 800 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Sports Racing Increases CPU frequency by 15% or 17% depending on...
... to maximize system performance. Turbo Full Thrust Increases CPU frequency by 7% or 9% depending on CPU loading. The adjustable range is highly dependent on your CPU. BIOS Setup For an 800 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Sports Racing Increases CPU frequency by 15% or 17% depending on...
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... Allows you to fix the chipset frequency at its best performance level. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU FSB and the (G)MCH Frequency Latch settings. DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Manual allows all DRAM Timing items below... adjusted according to the CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. Options for adjusting memory multiplier below to enhance memory performance when enabled. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 42 -
... Allows you to fix the chipset frequency at its best performance level. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU FSB and the (G)MCH Frequency Latch settings. DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Manual allows all DRAM Timing items below... adjusted according to the CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. Options for adjusting memory multiplier below to enhance memory performance when enabled. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 42 -
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... Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 43 - tRAS Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. BIOS Setup >>>>> Standard Timing Control CAS Latency Time Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRCD Options are : Auto (default), 3~7.
... Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 43 - tRAS Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. BIOS Setup >>>>> Standard Timing Control CAS Latency Time Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRCD Options are : Auto (default), 3~7.
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... are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. CPU Termination The default is Auto. tRD Phase3 Adjustment Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. CPU PLL The default is Auto. BIOS Setup Twr2rd(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. CPU Reference The default is Auto. >>> MCH/ICH MCH Core The default is Auto. ******** - 45 - ICH...
... are : Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. CPU Termination The default is Auto. tRD Phase3 Adjustment Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. CPU PLL The default is Auto. BIOS Setup Twr2rd(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. CPU Reference The default is Auto. >>> MCH/ICH MCH Core The default is Auto. ******** - 45 - ICH...